Tag Archives: Oregon

Rewarding to befriend the “small new stranger”

Posted on January 23, 2013 by storiesbygary

Having just finished devouring the latest issue of Wine Spectator, I sit back reflecting on specific articles within this ever so popular “Wine Geek Bible”. I myself anticipate it’s arrival, and pour through it’s pages, therefore I do include myself … Continue reading →

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A Visit to the “King”, King Estate Winery, Oregon

Posted on January 22, 2013 by storiesbygary

One of the largest production wineries and production facilities in Oregon,with perhaps the most recognized is that of King Estate Winery in Eugene Oregon. I find it amazing that after many years living here, I had never been to the … Continue reading →

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Get out of that gloomy kind of funk ! Sip some Oregon Wine !

Posted on January 4, 2013 by storiesbygary

Now that we have survived the holidays, and things are getting back to “normal”, we find ourselves in a more “gloomy” kind of funk. Nothing really exciting going on, weather is cold, raining, snowing, and just can be king of … Continue reading →

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My New Years Wish for everybody, even you !

Posted on December 31, 2012 by storiesbygary

Here I sit this New Years Eve morning in my suite at the Overleaf Lodge and Spa on the Oregon Coast, sipping Champagne, and watching the waves crash into the rocks below. The sun is shining, people are out walking … Continue reading →

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Hey “Bubbles” what’s up your flute ?

Posted on December 21, 2012 by storiesbygary

Let’s face it, New Years Eve and Champagne are a married couple ! Who doesn’t associate celebrating New Year’s with the pop of a cork, the flow of the fizz (not really the correct result wanted” and a toast for … Continue reading →

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Gives the term “Bite Me” a whole new meaning

Posted on December 20, 2012 by storiesbygary

Life as a writer I have found over the past few years to be a unique sort of animal. After the launch of my Wine Consultant e-Commerce website, http://www.awinetodiefor.com, I began writing reviews and articles for a few magazines and … Continue reading →

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Hate Me if ya want ! that’s just my opinion !

Posted on December 12, 2012 by storiesbygary

As I draw to the end of 2012 I find myself thinking of all the great things that happened to me this year, the people I met and new friends I now have. The places I traveled to in 2012, … Continue reading →

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“What the Hell did Ya Put in the @@@ Pasta?!!!)

Posted on December 11, 2012 by storiesbygary

Today is one of the two days of the year that are well into becoming traditional special event menu days for myself and love of my life. The “other day” would be Christmas Day, one that over the years was … Continue reading →

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When did you last ask for some of Santa’s “Little Black Homo” ?

Posted on December 4, 2012 by storiesbygary

As I entered the tent for the first time, it was quite evident that this was to be one of my best adventures in hops, second only to a week at Octoberfest in Munich a few years ago. The scent … Continue reading →

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Why my “Cheesy Balls” taste like GOAT ?

Posted on December 3, 2012 by storiesbygary

As I walked into the back room of the kitchen store, I felt my pulse quicken, that slight nervousness combined with unknown anticipation. I would be performing in an arena of strangers, an act I had never endeavored upon before. … Continue reading →

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