While at drinks last night with a couple of friends at a swanky San Francisco bar, I drank a glass of wine that was utterly horrible.  Although it certainly didn’t ruin my evening — I had a great time catching up with my buddies — the purchase of this glass at $9 represented to me […]

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Here are events happening in wine country this weekend that we think are worth checking out:

Silver Oak Release Day, February 2, 9:00a.m. - 3:30p.m., at Silver Oak Cellars.  This Saturday, Silver Oak Cellars is celebrating the release of its 2003 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.  The tasting fee is $20 (usually $30), which is probably well worth the money if you’re […]

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As many of you know, the Italian version of the Pinot Gris grape is Pinot Grigio, and this unoaked version hails from the Isonzo appellation of Italy’s Friuli region, which is located in the extreme northeast of the country.   
On sipping, I found tart pear, green apple and lemon citrus flavors that lingered on, and even resurged momentarily, through a long finish.  True to the […]

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You might drive past the front entrance to Lazy Creek three or four times before you see it, but even when you turn into the driveway, you’re likely going to wonder whether you’re in the right spot.  That’s because when you arrive at the Lazy Creek property, you still have to drive another five minutes down a dusty, one-lane dirt road before reaching the […]

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