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!

STAN’S PICK FOR MAY 2013…

2011 Barahonda Monastrell Sin-Madera (Yecla, Spain) … $12.99 I am constantly amazed at the good wines that come out of Spain for next to nothing! I could probably pick a Spanish wine every month, but that would be a little … Continue reading

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RANDALL…A MAN WHO DANCES TO A DIFFERENT DOON.

Actually, this is old news but I will share it nonetheless. Randall Grahm of Bonny Doon fame is in search of a new persona. Long held as the court jester/Rhone Ranger of winedom from Santa Cruz California and a gifted … Continue reading

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WASHINGTON WINE MONTH MID-TERM REPORT CARD…

This week I tasted through a number of Washington wines. Since March is the official “Washington Wine Month” (I don’t really pay much attention to August) I thought it would be a good idea to devote my mid-month tasting notes … Continue reading

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SO I TOOK A MONTH OFF… KILL ME!

Time has some seriously effective wings, because it flies by swiftly. I looked back to see that last time I posted any wine reviews from the trusty Moleskine and yes, it has been a little over a month. I’m not … Continue reading

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