Category Archives: Wine Blog

Ever since Robert Parker blew the lid off by pronouncing Rutherford’s Rhiannon Blend the best buy around, the spotlight has been shining brightly on Rutherford Wine Co. Their Cabernet has been so hot, they’re increasing the price by $6 bottle … Continue reading →

Since it’s origin in 1972 the Wagner Family has been one of the most successful families in the Napa Valley,  Their Cabernet has set the standards for all Cabs produced since and currently.  Their production now includes many other labels … Continue reading →

Granted  “organic” is a real buzzword in selling many products but in the farming industry it is a life style.  These farmers aren’t concerned about what the public buys, they are concerned with saving mother Earth and doing the right … Continue reading →

Since we live in one of the greatest wine producing regions in the world, I thought it might be fun to taste the competition.  We’ll visit France, Spain, Italy, Australia and Argentina to see how they hold up to us. … Continue reading →

Hartley-Ostini Hitching Post wines are made by Buellton Hitching Post Restaurant owner/chef Frank Ostini and his good friend, former fisherman Gray Hartley.  Their project was to make wine exclusively for the restaurant But beginning in 1990 they began selling their wine … Continue reading →

Tis the season for July 4th celebrations, graduations, weddings and backyard gatherings.  Every party needs bubbles and here are 5 examples of which to choose ranging from every day drinkers to special bottles. The Champagne and Sparkling Wine Tasting Event Tasting … Continue reading →

For some time now those of us in the wine industry have realized Spain is the greatest wine value in the world today.  There are tons of 90+ point wines from Spain for under $20!  We will taste some of … Continue reading →

We all know Cabernet Sauvignon is king of the reds so here is your opportunity to try the rest of the red family.  You may not have tried these wines in some time so sit back, relax and enjoy. The … Continue reading →

Everyone seems to enjoy these tastings where you can test yourself and find out where your preferences lie without letting labels sway your judgment.  There are a lot of similarities here so have fun and good luck. California vs Oregon … Continue reading →

It’s officially summer and time for graduations, weddings, Holiday celebrations and family gatherings.  There is a need for high quality, affordable wines and we are going to give you 6 choices this evening. If you calculate this evenings savings on … Continue reading →