Author Archives: Stan The Wine Man

About Stan The Wine Man

I am a blue collar wine guy who has been in the biz for over twenty years. I work at a store in a tourist destination stop. I work hard at finding the best wine for the money. I love the challenge of learning my customer's palate so I can find the best wine for them, whether it is Petrus or white zinfandel. Cheers!

BITS & BOBS

Posted on October 17, 2016 by Stan The Wine Man

I think it most appropriate to start this by saying I am very sad that Arnold Palmer has died. I know that we all die eventually, but this guy inspired me with his style of golf. His dad was a … Continue reading →

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STAN’S PICK FOR OCTOBER 2016

Posted on October 16, 2016 by Stan The Wine Man

It’s nice to see a trend towards appreciation of wines that are not bombastic. Wines that show finesse and character, rather than big bold fruit flavors. Mind you, I have nothing against the later. I find myself craving a big, … Continue reading →

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STAN’S PICK FOR SEPTEMBER 2016…

Posted on September 6, 2016 by Stan The Wine Man

For September, I go to Spain for my pick. I also go to a varietal that most folks are not familiar with…Mencia. Mencia was once thought to be an ancient clone of Cabernet Franc, but that was found to be … Continue reading →

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FRIDAY’S THIRTEEN…

Posted on August 26, 2016 by Stan The Wine Man

In a weeks time, I taste a boatload of wine (seriously). I lot of my friends think that I’m lucky. Well, they’re right, and I wouldn’t give this job up for the world. The only thing that makes my job … Continue reading →

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