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The Wines of Mark Clarin: McGrail Family Vineyards & Picazo Vineyards
Mark started out working for Wente in 1979. Thus, over the years, he’s come to know the Livermore Valley quite intimately. That knowledge base has served him...
Tenaya Lodge High Bloody Mary
This delightful drink was a favorite during my visit to Tenaya Lodge in Yosemite, and many thanks to their mixologist who was gracious enought to share this...
George’s Rants and Raves: Ocean Vodka
Vodka is not the first thing that comes to mind when Hawaii is mentioned. First and foremost are sandy beaches and pure blue water followed by gorgeous native girls...
Dutcher Crossing: Finding the Right Blend
For Kerry Damskey, winemaker at Dutcher Crossing in the Dry Creek Valley of California, a key element of making wine is the ability to be very honest with yourself....
Castoro Cellars – “Dam Fine Wines”
The husband and wife team of Niels and Bimmer Udsen established Castoro Cellars with the goal of producing world-class wines from Paso Robles-appellation grapes....
New Year’s Eve Cocktail: NYE Sparkler
Tired of plain Champagne? Here’s a wonderful way to spice things up for a great New Year’s Eve cocktail. Enjoy! NYE Sparkler 1 oz. 1800 Silver Tequila...
De La Ron Ultra Premium Vodka Review
Apparently De La Ron has quite a few irons in the proverbial fire. They are actually a cosmetics company and they produce clothing and are into modeling as well...
New Year’s Eve Cocktail: Bubbly Pomtini
Why drink plain old Champagne at midnight when you can liven things up a bit? Try out this creation when you’re ringing in the new year. Enjoy! Bubbly Pomtini 1...
Wines of the Week: Valencia, Spain
The Valencia growing region, on the east coast of Spain, may not have attained the international recognition of an area like the Rioja, but it is gaining more and...
George’s Rants and Raves: Jim Beam Black and Red Stag
When these bottles of Jim Beam Bourbon showed up at my doorstep, it got me to pondering about the barrels that were used in aging this spirit. I had recently tried...
