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STAN’S PICK FOR OCTOBER 2023

What a summer we had! I can’t remember the last time we went that long without hardly a trace of rain. For those who seemed concerned, I always mention that we live in the Pacific NW, which means we will … Continue reading

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STAN’S PICK FOR AUGUST ’23

I often search for summer whites from the Gascogne region in southwest France. They are often a blend of grapes that we don’t see in whites from the U.S. Ugni Blanc, Colombard and Gros Manseng are grapes often used, along … Continue reading

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BITS & BOBS

What is wrong is when you feel you have to say those are your favorites so that you fit into a specific wine culture. You’re not a hipster wine person if you don’t like petrol-driven, high-acid Rieslings or obscure sparkling wines from the Jura. Continue reading

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BITS & BOBS

First and foremost, I would like to thank all my new subscribers. My content output is not what it should be, so I appreciate the support. Bits & Bobs is one of my favorite pieces and I hope to start … Continue reading

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