The Grove Vineyard

• January 2015

  In case you haven't heard the news, Oregon is a lot more than Ducks and Trailblazers. The Portland Business Journal (PBJ) published an article yesterday noting the state's continued emergence as an American wine titan whose northern and southern neighbors tend to get all the libation-related love. “The Oregon wine juggernaut shows no sign of slo... Read More

  From the article Westward, Ho! Oregon Wine Industry Continues to Grow

  
  

• October 2014

  I began my wine journey mining for hidden gems in little known regions along the east coast of the United States. A common response to many of the wines I shared and wrote about back then went something like this; “What, they make wine there?” In fact, wine is produced in all 50 states, but many people can count on one hand the wines they have t... Read More

  From the article The United States of Wine

  
  

• August 2014

  I haven't tasted a Zinfandel in many years and would like to get reacquainted.  Any recommendations for a fruit-forward one around $25? Read More

  Forum post in the topic Zinfandel for a Beginner

  
  

• June 2014

  Hello All,We're traveling from Portland to Napa along the Oregon Coast. Would love your recommendations for:1.  An exceptional vineyard tasting room near McMinnville.2. An association or coop, or other tasting facility that represents numerous Willamette Valley Pinot Noirs, again near McMinnville.Thanks very much, Carbonunit1 Read More

  Forum post in the topic Willamette Valley Pinot Noirs

  
  

• July 2013

  So I am sneaking away to Sonoma for a few days.  I have spent tons of time up in RRV and Sebastopol, and I think I want to revisit the lower valley this time- Kenwood, Glen Ellen...  I would love recommendations for wineries, hotels, motels, vac. rentals, and restaurants.  Sonoma proper would be ok to stay, as is close to those areas.  Plan on h... Read More

  Forum post in the topic SONOMA! Give me your...

  
  

• May 2013

  I ran up to Napa for a few days to get away and taste some wines from places I'd never been (most of them).  I went during BottleRock Napa, but alas, didn't partake in an y of those festivities.  Some great finds, so I have listed/linked any of the wines I rated over 90 points, should anyone have interest, or their own thoughts on the wines. Wit... Read More

  Forum post in the topic Napa Highlights May 2013

  
  

• June 2012

  As many of my fellow Snoothers know, I'm a big fan of the wines of the Dry Creek Valley and particularly of a few of the winemakers up there.  Most of them specialize to a degree in Zinfandel, a grape that has its hard-core fans, but does not get all the recognition of more widely-planted varieties like Cabernet, Syrah, Pinot Noir.  A lot of fol... Read More

  Forum post in the topic Winemaker's Dinner at...

  
  

• March 2011

  Hello fellow "snoothers",My fiancee and I are getting married this May and we are looking to plan a small honeymoon like trip after the wedding to the Alexander/ Russian River Valley area and do some wine tastings. We are both graduating medical school and have tons of loans and no money. We are looking to have a good experience but try to stay ... Read More

  Forum post in the topic Alexander & Russian River Valley

  
  

• February 2011

  Merlot has had a rough time over the past few years. Once everyone’s favorite easy-drinking red, Merlot was stigmatized by Miles’ famous line in Sideways: “We are not drinking any %^@#ing Merlot!” So, what were we drinking before we had this group infatuation with Pinot Noir then? Well, it was Merlot!So, where is Merlot today? It’s a good questi... Read More

  From the article Merlot Makes a Comeback

  
  

• January 2011

  My wife and I are heded to Sonoma in Feb and I have read a number of posts and I have ben doing some research.  The info here is great!  I'm looking for a Zin close by Healdsburg and anything else we should do.  We really enjoy Zins, Cabs and good food.  Thanks! Read More

  Forum post in the topic Healdsburg in February

  
  

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