Jan 3, 2013

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Exploring France on a Budget: Domaine du Tariquet

Exploring France on a Budget: Domaine du Tariquet

I’ve often thought, “if it’s from France, and it’s really good, the price will be high.” If someone had offered me a blind tasting of the Classic white wine and the Chenin Chardonnay blend, both from  Domaine du Tariquet out of Gascony, France,  I would have guessed their prices to be between $25 and $35 dollars a bottle. Not so – their prices...

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Jan 1, 2013

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In The Glass: 2013 Begins With Stellar Oregon Spar...

In The Glass: 2013 Begins With Stellar Oregon Sparkling Wines

Happy New Year! I am a lucky wine gal – ringing in 2013 with 4 incredibly outstanding sparkling wines from Oregon was, indeed, the ultimate way to say farewell to the wonderful year of 2012. Saying hello to 2013 was done with the sound of popping corks, the festive clinks of wine glasses, embracing hugs and romantic kisses. Here’s what our little party had in our...

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Jan 1, 2013

Posted by | Comments Off on New Year’s Eve – Oregon Style

New Year’s Eve – Oregon ...

New Year’s Eve – Oregon Style

Tonight I’ll be ringing in 2013 with a toast to Oregon, Oregon wine and...

Dec 29, 2012

Posted by | Comments Off on Adventures in McMinnville & Yamhill-Carlton AVAs

Adventures in McMinnville & Yam...

Adventures in McMinnville & Yamhill-Carlton AVAs

Earlier this month, I was offered an opportunity to visit two sub AVAs of the...

Dec 28, 2012

Posted by | Comments Off on Wine on the Go: CalNaturale & Outdoor Vino

Wine on the Go: CalNaturale & O...

Wine on the Go: CalNaturale & Outdoor Vino

Oregon is a blissful haven for people who love the outdoors – there is...

Dec 28, 2012

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Exploring France: Jaillance Offers B...

Exploring France: Jaillance Offers Bubbles on a Budget

It’s not very often that I run into a Sparkling Wine that is both...

Dec 27, 2012

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Pinteresting: Infographics for Wine ...

Pinteresting: Infographics for Wine Lovers

I’m trying to think if I ever saw an infographic before the birth of...

Dec 27, 2012

Posted by | Comments Off on In The Glass: Cornerstone Oregon Stepping Stone Pinot Noir 2010

In The Glass: Cornerstone Oregon Ste...

In The Glass: Cornerstone Oregon Stepping Stone Pinot Noir 2010

Once again, Cornerstone Cellars Oregon brand blows me away. The last two...

Dec 25, 2012

Posted by | Comments Off on T’was The Night Before Christmas in the Willamette Valley

T’was The Night Before Christm...

T’was The Night Before Christmas in the Willamette Valley

T’was the night before Christmas, in the famed Willamette Valley, The corks...

Dec 24, 2012

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Exploring France: Alsace

Exploring France: Alsace

I love exploring wines from regions around the world that grow varietals...

Dec 21, 2012

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Oregon Wine Board: New Website Soft ...

Oregon Wine Board: New Website Soft Launch

The Oregon Wine Board just launched their new and improved...