While at Verite a few weeks ago with some friends, Monique had asked Chris if we were attending the Fête de la Fleur, The Flower Festival they would be hosting at Verite. We absolutely were! Monique mentioned that there was going to be a picnic on the lake at the Verite property and invited us …
Chris and I received a bottle of 2006 Stag Leaps Merlot as a gift last year. I think I have told you that the “Merlot” Varietal was the first red we both enjoyed and started our crusade to find more great wines!! Chris was preparing a light dinner the other day. She was making fresh …
We visited Peju Winery during a recent visit to the Valley in May. Dan and Cynthia scheduled a tasting with Alan (Yodelmeister) Arnopole. If you have not been to Peju, I encourage you to set up a tasting and be sure to request Alan. He is pretty witty and as the name above implies, he …
I have always said that I would have a short story for each bottle I have tasted…. I feel this one will be a very short story. (well maybe!) Last weekend Chris and I spent some time in Sonoma with some coworkers and friends Denis (from Canada) and Richard (a Brit from where else!). The …
When we were in Napa a few weeks back, Dave was able to score a pretty good deal on a case of 2006 Cosentino “The Cab”. Since he is not home during the day he has his wine shipped to Chris’ office. Last Friday Dave’s case of wine showed up. We called Dave and he …
Happy Friday. It’s hard to believe it is Memorial Weekend! It feels like it was just Easter last week. I hope you all pay tribute to all of our veterans. If you see a veteran on the street, store or airport, make sure you thank them. Many have lost their lives for our freedom. Its …
I was perusing through my cellar trying to find a bottle from a winery that I have not had in quite some time. After a few minutes I came across a 2006 Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. After doing some research on the internet, there was very little information on the winery. I do know the …
Now that the Bachelorette has started again, Chris and her friends are getting together weekly. All of the girls bring something to drink and an appetizer. I usually stick around for the appetizers, load up a plate and head to the bedroom for my own TV viewing. One of Chris’ friends brought a bottle 2010 …
Chris and I have been members of Joseph Phelps since the first time we visited the winery. I immediately fell in love with Insignia. I have to admit the Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are pretty damn amazing too! Every spring, members of the winery have to call to reserve a pair of tickets. It is …