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BITS & BOBS

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

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…

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…

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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