Sep 13, 2014

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Sparkling Wine in a Flute? Not for Me.

Sparkling Wine in a Flute? Not for Me.

When someone gives you a look that clearly indicates dissatisfaction, it’s a look that tends to stick with you for a while.  Around nine years ago, I can vividly recall the discontented looks I received from a bartender and surrounding imbibers when I asked that the glass of Champagne I had just ordered be served in a wine glass rather than a flute.  I was in a trendy,...

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Sep 1, 2014

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Pair This: LaVelle Vineyards Willamette Valley 201...

Pair This: LaVelle Vineyards Willamette Valley 2013 Pinot Gris and a 1956 Austin-Healey

LaVelle Vineyards is a family owned and operated winery and vineyard located in Oregon’s southern Willamette Valley just outside the city of Eugene.  It’s the oldest bonded winery in the area, bonded in 1972.  Vines on the property range in age from 40-years-old to just recently planted and consist of Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Riesling. Founder Doug LaVelle and his...

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Aug 24, 2014

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Oregon Olive Mill’s Quest for ...

Oregon Olive Mill’s Quest for Cool Climate EVOO Culture

Oregon is an amazing state, and I’m continuously marveled by what surrounds...

Aug 17, 2014

Posted by | Comments Off on 1/2 Day Vacation: Je t’aime, Vouvray! Loving the Loire Valley

1/2 Day Vacation: Je t’aime, V...

1/2 Day Vacation: Je t’aime, Vouvray! Loving the Loire Valley

The Loire Valley holds a special place in my heart.  Back in 1999, my sister...

Aug 16, 2014

Posted by | Comments Off on In The Glass: A New Kind of Red in My Glass – Anthem Cherry Cider

In The Glass: A New Kind of Red in M...

In The Glass: A New Kind of Red in My Glass – Anthem Cherry Cider

Every once in a while , a wine gal just has to have a cider, especially when...

Aug 6, 2014

Posted by | Comments Off on Mercer Estates Tasting and Lunch at Portland’s Andina

Mercer Estates Tasting and Lunch at ...

Mercer Estates Tasting and Lunch at Portland’s Andina

Just say the word, Andina, and my heart starts to race.  Andina is a Peruvian...

Aug 4, 2014

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Hello Again World!

Hello Again World!

From partnership to sole proprietorship, welcome to the all new...

Jun 16, 2014

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Pair This: Sequoia Grove 2012 Chardo...

Pair This: Sequoia Grove 2012 Chardonnay with Frantoio Toasted Pine Nut Hummus

I absolutely love it when food and wine marries in perfect harmony, and this...

Jun 10, 2014

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Tales From a Tent: Vineyard Camping

Tales From a Tent: Vineyard Camping

For years, I’ve often wondered what it would be like to set up camp in...

Jun 7, 2014

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Outdoor Enthusiasts: Meet Juniper Ri...

Outdoor Enthusiasts: Meet Juniper Ridge

Just take in these three words for a moment: Wilderness Fragrance Distillery....

Jun 5, 2014

Posted by | Comments Off on The History, Ecosystem, Vineyard, Soils and Wines of Keeler Estate Vineyard

The History, Ecosystem, Vineyard, So...

The History, Ecosystem, Vineyard, Soils and Wines of Keeler Estate Vineyard

In continuation of my ever-popular weekly column on Eugene Daily News, Wine...