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To take a Danube River Wine Cruise..or Not

Posted on February 15, 2013 by storiesbygary

I have recently been giving the thought of what larger trips I will make over the next couple of years, being larger international travel takes careful planning, for your time, as well as your money. As of yesterday, the plan … Continue reading →

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WTF ! Was that Thomas Jefferson?

Posted on February 13, 2013 by storiesbygary

If your already dreaming of your next vacation, maybe this summer or spring even, maybe visiting our nations capitol comes to mind. Whether you have visited Washington DC, and or Virginia, these two destinations can easily be enjoyed with a … Continue reading →

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Sip Southern Oregon wines, in a historic Stage Stop.

Posted on February 11, 2013 by storiesbygary

It’s been some time since I have written about our Southern wineries, below Douglas County that is. I did recently talk about Troon Vineyards and their participation in this years ZAP Festival in San Francisco a week ago (see previous … Continue reading →

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Piece of Tail & Brazilian Steak and wine at Melrose Vineyard Valentines Winemaker Dinner

Posted on February 10, 2013 by storiesbygary

Last evening I attended an event at one of my local wineries, Melrose Vineyards Valentines Celebration Dinner, in Roseburg, Oregon. I have attended many winemaker dinners throughout the country , but I have to say that the experience that I … Continue reading →

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The Signature White Wine from Argentina – Torrontes

Posted on February 7, 2013 by storiesbygary

Not long ago, while researching wines of Argentina for articles I had just been contracted to write about, I was surprised as well as honored to be contacted by Jim Caudill, from Hess Collection Wineries in Napa. Jim asked if … Continue reading →

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My “Top Ten” Choices from the San Francisco Zinfandel Festival

Posted on February 4, 2013 by storiesbygary

After just spending a delightful three days in San Francisco attending the 22nd Annual ZAP Zinfandel Festival, for the first time I might add, I sit here reflecting on mind and notes. What I tried to do at this event … Continue reading →

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I got “Jam Bombed” at ZAP Zinfandel Festival, San Francisco

Posted on February 1, 2013 by storiesbygary

I have just been “Jam Bombed!” Last night I attended for the 1st time, the 22nd Annual Zinfandel Festival in San Francisco. Four days on the road of Zin adventures in tasting the finest Zinfandels created on the West Coast … Continue reading →

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Cold and Professionally tapped Guinness in Old Sacramento

Posted on January 31, 2013 by storiesbygary

Yesterday afternoon was pure pleasure for me, with the sun shining, smiling visitors walking the streets, and new adventures around each corner, I was in Old Sacramento, California. Being in Northern California a couple days before attending this years ZAP … Continue reading →

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If “things go better with Coke” why not try wine?

Posted on January 27, 2013 by storiesbygary

Wine has been used many times in many fashions together with another beverage, to make a cocktail. But have you ever heard of Kalimotxo before? The name alone is a challenge in itself to try to pronounce, probably more after … Continue reading →

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’09 Tempranillo Release Party with Earl Jones at Abacela Vineyards Winery, Oregon

Posted on January 26, 2013 by storiesbygary

I had the well anticipated pleasure of attending a “release party” at Abacela Vineyard & Winery in Roseburg, Oregon last evening for their 2009 Estate Tempranillo. I have known these owners and staff since they first re-located here and planted … Continue reading →

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