Category Archives: United States

Toad Hollow 2016 Dry Rosé of Pinot Noir – Eye of the Toad

Posted on March 24, 2017 by Kellie Stargaard

As much as I’m in denial, the time for sitting on the porch while sipping wine has arrived. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy sitting on the porch, relaxing in our rocking chairs, watching the birds, or the bats (depending … Continue reading →

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Taralyn Brut Sparkling Wine California

Posted on February 17, 2017 by Kellie Stargaard

Ever have a go to wine that you can only get at one store and said store NEVER seems to keep enough in stock? Aldi’s Herres Brut is my go to, don’t need a special occasion to pop a bottle … Continue reading →

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Cartlidge and Browne Merlot and Chardonnay

Posted on August 19, 2015 by Kellie Stargaard

Is it the destination or is it the journey? My husband will tell you he’s all about the journey and mostly I just want to get to the destination. Sometimes it’s both. Just a few weeks ago I embarked on … Continue reading →

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Black Box Cabernet, Travels and Nashville

Posted on April 7, 2015 by Kellie Stargaard

I recently met up with my cousin in Music City, AKA Nashville. We used AirBNB and booked an apartment in Midtown. Surrounded by bars, restaurants and Vanderbilt University just down the street, the area is bustling with people of all … Continue reading →

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Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling Columbia Valley

Posted on December 22, 2014 by Kellie Stargaard

Did someone put a time warp speed on Christmas? How can it be here when the last I checked it was still 15 days away. Did I sleep through a week? Anyway, it’s here. My last post I told you … Continue reading →

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Kumbaya Red Wine Blend Sonoma County 2011

Posted on August 7, 2014 by Kellie Stargaard

Kumbaya my Lord, kumbaya, Kumbaya my Lord, kumbaya, Kumbaya my Lord, kumbaya, Oh Lord, kumbaya. When I hear those famous lyrics by Peter, Paul & Mary, I immediately begin slowly swaying left and right. That song seems to make everything … Continue reading →

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The Great American Wine Company, Cabernet Sauvignon, Rosenblum Cellars 2012

Posted on July 17, 2014 by Kellie Stargaard

A scene on the front porch of Any Town USA. Two wooden rocking chairs, a man, a woman in each of the chairs. A dog lying on the wooden with his head between the railings, eyes closed. A cat curled … Continue reading →

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Bonny Doon Black & White & Red All Over, Central Coast 2011

Posted on June 26, 2014 by Kellie Stargaard

This year’s Wine Blogger’s Conference is being held in July in Santa Barbara County. I’m sitting this one out and spending vacation time with my husband this year. Though I loved exploring areas I was familiar with and love as … Continue reading →

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Lake Chelan Valley, WA Wine Region

Posted on June 5, 2014 by Kellie Stargaard

It was one year ago that I left on a big ole jet airliner and flew out to Seattle for two days of eating, drinking and exploration. From there I piled onto a bus with 49 other wine bloggers to … Continue reading →

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Toad Hollow Vineyards Unoaked Chardonnay, Francine’s Selection 2012

Posted on May 22, 2014 by Kellie Stargaard

After the long brutal winter so much of the country experienced, it’s hard to believe   Memorial Day and the long days of summer are finally upon us. On Friday, my parents will arrive and will stay with us through the … Continue reading →

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