Category Archives: Wines under $30

2011 Cesari “Mara” Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Kellie Stargaard

Back to school. This time always signified the winding down of summer. Growing up in Southwest Florida, just minutes from a multitude of beaches, my friends and I spent as much time as possible soaking up rays Ft. Myers Beach. … Continue reading →

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Treana White Wine, Hope Family Wines

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Kellie Stargaard

I love this time of year Christmas bells ringing, Carolers singing, and Halloween candy strung on the tree. So festive putting away my Halloween ghosts, skulls and witches and seeing Christmas decorations in yards and decorated trees in homes…(imagine record … Continue reading →

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Montaluce Winery & Estates, Dahlonega, Georgia

Posted on September 20, 2013 by Kellie Stargaard

“There’s gold in them thar hills.” These are the famously misquoted words spoken by Dr. MF Stephenson in 1849 as he stood on the Dahlonega Court House steps attempting to persuade miners to stay in Dahlonega instead of joining the … Continue reading →

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Simi Sonoma County Pinot Noir 2010

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Kellie Stargaard

Change. Feels like that should be my word for the New Year. This week I began training for a new position at work, this will be my third reincarnation at my employment. In addition I’m changing my eating and drinking … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Wines 2012

Posted on November 15, 2012 by Kellie Stargaard

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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Naked Winery Merlot and Toad Hollow NV Risque French Sparkling Wine

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Kellie Stargaard

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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Reata Chardonnay and Whiplash Chardonnay 2010

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Kellie Stargaard

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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Simi Winery Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2009

Posted on September 13, 2012 by Kellie Stargaard

On the eve of 9/11 I sat on my front porch rocking my cares away while overlooking towering trees. Three hummingbirds jockeyed for position at the feeder while our closest neighbor unleashed rounds of high power ammunition from his Uzi … Continue reading →

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