Aug 6, 2014

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Mercer Estates Tasting and Lunch at Portland’s Andina

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

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

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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...

May 27, 2014

Posted by | Comments Off on Pair This: Cornerstone Cellars 2011 Chardonnay and Spiced Popcorn

Pair This: Cornerstone Cellars 2011 ...

Pair This: Cornerstone Cellars 2011 Chardonnay and Spiced Popcorn

If you’re an avid reader of my website, you’ll know by now that...

May 17, 2014

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Bombing Range Red 2010 from McKinley...

Bombing Range Red 2010 from McKinley Springs

Located in Washington’s uniquely beautiful and bountiful Horse Heaven...

May 6, 2014

Posted by | Comments Off on Great Content Abounds for Wine Julia in 2014

Great Content Abounds for Wine Julia...

Great Content Abounds for Wine Julia in 2014

We’re into the fifth month of the year, but 2014 seems, for me, like...

Apr 12, 2014

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First Annual Pacific Northwest Cool ...

First Annual Pacific Northwest Cool Climate Extra Virgin Olive Oil Conference

You read that correctly, folks:  Cool Climate Extra Virgin Olive Oil...

Apr 11, 2014

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Malbec World Day 2014 #WineChat

Malbec World Day 2014 #WineChat

If Malbec World Day isn’t yet on the schedule for wine lovers out...

Mar 31, 2014

Posted by | Comments Off on California Based Foley Family Wines Purchases Oregon’s The Four Graces

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California Based Foley Family Wines Purchases Oregon’s The Four Graces

Bill Foley and Foley Family Wines announced the purchase of The Four Graces,...

Mar 30, 2014

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3 Days in Cannon Beach: A Photo Essa...

3 Days in Cannon Beach: A Photo Essay

I recently participated in one of the most incredible opportunities that have...

Mar 22, 2014

Posted by | Comments Off on Best Case Scenario: Brooks Ara Riesling 2010

Best Case Scenario: Brooks Ara Riesl...

Best Case Scenario: Brooks Ara Riesling 2010

I’ve popped the cork on the second bottle of Riesling from my Best Case...