Monthly Archives: October 2012

Spooktacular Vampire wine

Ghosts, witches and scary tales abound this time of year but don’t let all the witches brew distract you from great inexpensive wines. Halloween screams for some scary and spooktacular wines, one of my all time favorites to drink on … Continue reading

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Naked Winery Merlot and Toad Hollow NV Risque French Sparkling Wine

Looking at ads and commercials for Halloween costumes it’s apparent, the holiday is not just for kiddies. Based on some of the “adult” costumes I’ve seen “pimped”, you’d think an over 21 identification would be required just to look at … Continue reading

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Ravenswood SonomaCounty Old Vine Zinfandel 2009 and Big River Single Vineyard Zinfandel

While many stores have pushed the Halloween décor aside in favor of jamming commercial Christmas down our throats, I’m not letting go of the Halloween spirit (pun intended) until November 1. Ghost, goblin and witch season ranks right up there … Continue reading

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Reata Chardonnay and Whiplash Chardonnay 2010

Colder temps have me grasping and holding onto to those summer whites with both hands. This week I’ve had to put away my shorts, t-shirts and flip flops in favor of jeans, long sleeves and socks. While the windows are … Continue reading

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