Category Archives: Summer wines

Eden Ridge Chardonnay and Eden Ridge Red Blend

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Kellie Stargaard

I swear it’s been July for at least four weeks now! At least it’s felt like July or maybe even August. On Saturday my area hit 98 degrees. It’s not supposed to be that hot, not yet! I also learned … Continue reading →

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Dearly Beloved I Thee Red

Posted on June 9, 2016 by Kellie Stargaard

Summers always make me nostalgic. It starts around the time the seniors are getting out of school and graduation is approaching. I remember the feeling of freedom after my last exam, the excitement that life was about to change. I … 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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Girl and Dragon Wines

Posted on July 17, 2015 by Kellie Stargaard

Not having kids, summer really just means those months where it’s warm and the days are long. It also means lighter traffic for my husband’s commute which is good but I miss the summers I had when I was younger. … Continue reading →

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2014 Giesen Estate Winery Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough

Posted on July 2, 2015 by Kellie Stargaard

Summer is in full swing. The heat wave my area was experiencing has finally broken and we’re beginning to get some rain again. As I type this I’m listening to the sound of distant thunder and watching the skies darken … Continue reading →

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Giesen Pinot Gris Marlborough, New Zealand 2014

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Kellie Stargaard

There’s no place like home, there’s no place like home, there’s no… You get the picture. Two weekends ago, my husband and I packed up the family  truckster, our dog Rooster and set out for some R&R in Raleigh, NC. Travelling … Continue reading →

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