Central Coast, Paso Robles, and More!
I remember one day tasting about 65 wines. Yes. Tasting. Not drinking. And my budget died. What can I say? The wines were spectacular, and I simply had to have them!
Updates! Let’s Start with 2020. Part 2.
Ah. 2020. Can I use the word “shitshow” on my own site? Well, I am.
In March, I had packed up all of my (paid for) vacation stuff, reserved a wonderful house in Paso Robles...
2016 Hug Cellars Pinot Noir – The Best This Year
Now that I've sipped a glass or two of this lovely Pinot, excuse me while I get a towel and a cigarette. Yeah. It's that good.
So. Where Ya Been?
So what's going on now in my life? In a word, reboot. Reset. You know it feels when you've had a great nap and wake up refreshed? Yeah. That.
Tin City Block Party, Part One – Before the Party
Who knew that you'd have to have an appointment to interview some wineries on BLOCK PARTY WEEKEND?! Sheesh!
My Favorite Winery(ish) – Part Deux
Several years ago I wrote an article about the "largest winery" in Paso Robles. That "winery" is Albertsons, located at 3rd and Niblick, near the 101. That was Part One. We're baaaack!
Leftover Wine and Screwcap Coravin. Wait. What?
For those of us who can't (or won't) drink an entire bottle of wine in one sitting, "Leftover Wine" is a way of life.
A Weekend in Napa – A Phoenix Rises!
Michael invited me to join them at the winery for their 2016 vintage release party.
What Wine Pairs with Ironing?
My favorite wine to pair with ironing is Rosé, no matter the season. In the summer, it's usually a Côtes de Provence because it's a light wine perfect for summer.
“Can” You Drink Wine? Yummy or No?
On more than one occasion, my nose has been known to tip upward a degree or two.
