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About Kellie Stargaard

Wine blogger

Frank Family Vineyards Napa Valley Chardonnay 2011

Second week of 2013 and things are already looking better for me. My job search is over! I’ll be working from home with the-412″ /> same company, just working with the Chicago office, such a relief. My husband and I … Continue reading

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2012 Bubbly Report!

Doesn’t seem possible but 2012 is coming to a close. This year brought many changes to our household. After 17 years together I had to put my 19 year old cat Katundra down just days after the start of 2012. A … Continue reading

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Christmas at Biltmore Wine 2012

I’m struggling with this post, usually the words just pour out, but not today. I had intended to talk about Christmas and my trip to Colonial Williamsburg last week but in light of recent events the words on my screen … Continue reading

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Milbrandt Vineyards Traditions Cabernet Sauvignon 2009

Sigh, Saturday December 1 was my 13th employment anniversary at my company. Unlucky 13 since this will be my last anniversary with the company as my position will be eliminated with the retirement of the product I work on.  Since … Continue reading

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Dr. Beckeman Auslese Rheinhessen 2011

With nothing left of Thanksgiving but assorted leftovers and Christmas still hurtling toward us faster than the speed of ringing bells, I think it’s time we all take a break and enjoy another bottle of wine. My husband and I … Continue reading

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Vezza d’Alba Langhe Nebbiolo

I have great respect for adults who go back to school. After five weeks of intense study, occurring even during sleep, I finally have my life back and my free time is just that, free. If I ever begin to … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving Wines 2012

How could it be Thanksgiving already? Wasn’t it just Halloween? Christmas items went up in retailers in early October and I’ve sort of just ignored them not wanting to acknowledge its existence until after the ghosts and goblins had been … Continue reading

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I’ve been a bad blogger these past few weeks but I have a good excuse. I’m studying for my Wine Spirit Education Trust Level 2 Exam so I can provide an even better wine experience to all of you. My … Continue reading

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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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