Step Rd

• August 2012

  We're heading to Russian River in a couple of weeks for a long weekend.  I have the first couple of days planned out fairly well with a good idea of the local wineries we're going to visit. We're giong to take a day trip on that Sunday and do some traveling and either head to Mendocino or the Clear Lake area. We'd like to take in some sites plus... Read More

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• July 2012

  I'm planning on being in Napa on Wednesday the 25th and will probably visit at least two wineries while there. Anyone care to meet up, just let me know.My first priority seems to be Outpost Winery, though there are a few others I'm considering, I'll probably start at Outpost at 2pm if they can accommodate. Read More

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  June 2012

  Step Rd Shiraz Blackwing 2007

  Snoothrank:

  Nice, spicy, Australian Shiraz with lots of black fruit and a really nice finish. Really good with anything off the grill. Read More

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• May 2012

  Thought I'd start a new thread rather than clog the Rosé thread with a drift.As I was telling you Fox, bloom is iminent. I took these shots this afternoon at Copain.Ready to burst at any time. Hopefully we have a normal weather year for a change. Read More

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• April 2012

  I know what I like to sip...   I know what cheeses I like... How to marry these?   I have searched high and low, mostly on the net, and i typically find generalities and a lot of useless info.  I am looking for someone who knows their stuff and thinks outside the box...  For example,  I have an amazing stilton I bought at a wine shop, paired wel... Read More

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• January 2012

  I've recently discovered my interest in wine since turning 21, and I've been learning some of the lingo through this great site.  I'm about to graduate from college in May, and I hope to leave my days of Franzia and refrigerated Yellow Tail out of a solo cup behind.I have a lot to learn, but I just wanted some input from you on how to become a w... Read More

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• August 2011

  Just secured my tickets to the Taste of Sonoma on Sept 3rd, day 2 of a 3 day wine and food event that will knock your collective socks off. Anyone else planning on attending?Sonoma Wine Country Weekend Read More

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• June 2011

  So who goes to a Mexican restaurant thinking about wine?Not many people, but Salpicon restaurant in Chicago is working to change that. I’ve never been to Salpicon and frankly I’ve already forgotten how I found out about it, but wow, what a wine list!I know what you’re saying. Yes, great wine list, but Mexican food can be difficult to pair with w... Read More

  From the article Pick It Apart

  
  

• February 2011

  I have finally got my hands on some Californian WinesJustin 08 Justification 65% Cab Franc 35% Merlot - Paso RoblesZD 08 California Chardonnay - Napa ValleyGroth 07 Cabernet Sauvignon - Oakville Napa ValleyFlowers 08 Pinot Noir - Sonoma CoastI am keen to get opinions on what I should expect from these wines.Also what you would eat with these win... Read More

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• October 2010

  Perhaps Bordeaux? My schedule ios frightening, but I do have time free right around the 4th-5th-6th of November.What say we? Read More

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