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!

BRINGING IN THE NEW YEAR DIONYSUS STYLE…

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Stan The Wine Man

When the invitation came my way to go to the lair of Dionysus and bring in the New Year with his family and friends, my heart started beating harder in my chest and I felt a flush of excitement over … Continue reading →

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STAN’S PICK FOR JANUARY 2012… FIRST OF THE NEW YEAR!

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Stan The Wine Man

2010 Apothic Red … $10.99 In my search for wines that are above average for a good price I often stumble across a blend. It doesn’t matter what part of the world it is from, blends seem to deliver a … Continue reading →

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WHAT BUBBLES FOR THIS WEEKEND?

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Stan The Wine Man

Sparkling wine is what it is called, and it carries a different label depending on where it is from. From the prestigious appellation of Champagne France, it is called of course … Champagne. In Spain it is called Cava, in … Continue reading →

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STAN’S TOP 4O WINES UNDER TWENTY BUCKS… 2011

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Stan The Wine Man

Not a whole lot changed in 2011 as far as wine trends. Malbec, especially from Argentina continues to dominate the market and it seems as if a higher price point is being tolerated. The consumer doesn’t seem to mind going … Continue reading →

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