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 DECEMBER 2011

2007 GORDON BROTHERS SYRAH COLUMBIA VALLEY, WASHINGTON … $16.99    Anyone who knows me, knows that I love syrah. I have been saddened by the decline in sales over the last couple of years and I have written a few … Continue reading

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PARKER SENDS JAY WALKING…MAYBE.

I have been telling my friends for the last eight months that Dr. Jay Miller would be parting ways with the Wine Advocate. Well what do you know, it happened …http://bit.ly/vy1ehF. Did Mr. Parker ask him to leave after the … Continue reading

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FROM THE SOIL TO YOUR GLASS, THE UNIQUE APPELLATIONS OF WASHINGTON STATE.

I was struck with a sort of awe as the bus pulled up to the famous DuBrul Vineyards in Washington State. I had heard of this land over and over again in my career as a wine guy. Many excellent … Continue reading

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FROM MY MOLESKINE TO YOU… NOVEMBER 27,2011

Another two weeks of evaluating the product of the vine and I am here to let you know what I found. During this time, Thanksgiving came and went. I had opportunity to taste some premium wines (At least that’s what … Continue reading

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