I think I am back on the You Tube train. After changing editing programs and learning how to use it (I still need some help), and figuring out what was causing the noise distortion on some of my episodes, I am happy to say that I am back at it. I appreciate your patience and support during this time. I recently published episode 321 which is featuring wines partially aged in whiskey barrels. Check it out.
My services as a wine professional and entertainer were auctioned off at an event to further education of children. I am always happy to donate my time for a good cause. We held the single blind tasting at a beautiful spot outside of someones home. It was a very fun event and I am sure the group that attended walked away with just a little more knowledge about the wine world and how to analyze the wine in their glass. I want to thank the group for their participation and for being such a fun bunch.
I have to say that the weather this July has been phenomenal. Because of the sunshine and despite the dismal ferry service to the San Juans, Rose` sales have been out of sight. I have sold more Rose` this summer than ever before and it doesn’t look like the trend will end anytime soon. I had mentioned in the past that Rose` sales were strong this past winter, which is a sign that folks are really understanding its value as a food wine. I love Rose` for that very reason. It’s fantastic with shellfish, salmon, salads and fowl among other things. And yes, it is one of the best wines to enjoy outside on a warm summer day.
I tasted a Pinot Grigio recently that blew my mind! I know that’s hard to believe considering my comments about this wine in the past. However, I am an open-minded wine drinker, so I gave this New Zealand white a chance. It was amazing and made my pick of the week on my Seattle P.I. blog “The Blue Collar Wine Guy”. Take a few minutes to read my review.
Lastly, my girlfriend and I are planning a trip to South Africa in April of 2018. I am really looking forward to checking out this side of the world and taking my camcorder along to shoot a few You Tube episodes, hopefully including an interview or two with local wine makers or winery owners. It will be harvest time there which is always one of the best times to visit wineries. I have been looking into putting more SA wines into my set at the store and have found some amazing values and quality juice. I discovered a Pinot Noir from this region called “The Goose” which I believe stands up to most Willamette Valley Pinot Noir I have tasted in the past year. It’s only $25. bucks and it rocks! If you’re looking for a solid Pinot, I encourage you to give this a try. I believe you will be surprised at how good it really is.
Cheers!
Stan The Wine Man
