Napa River Merlot 2005 $4.99 (78 pts.)
The flavor itself is unbalanced, with a mix of unpleasant tannins, with occasional hints of blackberry trying to break through. I also found it slightly…
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Final Clue: Mystery weekend getaway
The final clue to the StarkSilverCreek mystery weekend getaway location: “Words are only painted fire; a book is the fire itself.”
Academy Awards Oscar predictions 2009
Will you struggle to watch the whole 81st Academy Awards show tonight, or just FF with your DVR? I will probably do the latter, work…
How to tell the deal from the hype
The latest issue of Money magazine (March 2009) just arrived and amidst articles about investing in the recession and how to get the most of…
Paella with seafood, chicken, chorizo and my sister Wendy
Carl also smoked some brisket for the first which was very tasty.
Clue #4: Mystery weekend getaway location
Here is a recap of the previous clues. Clue #1: “Never hate your enemies, it affects your judgement” Clue #2: “I hope life treats you…
Clue #3: Mystery weekend getaway location
Well ladies and gentlemen, it is time for another clue to the location of the StarkSilverCreek Mystery Weekend Getaway. The last two clues have been…
Sequoia Grove, Napa CA: Majestic Sequoias dominate the tasting room, not their wines
While at the Turnbull reserve tasting room, we met a couple from Fremont, California who were absolute fans of Turnbull. When I meet fellow fans…
“All Things Canadian” re-visited: Obama BeaverTail edition
Last December we ran our “All Things Canadian” series as we enjoyed a snowy week with family and friends up in my hometown of Ottawa,…
Twitter and the wine industry: Micro-blogging, marketing and waxing poetic
Today, the Napa Valley Marriott asked on Twitter if a list of wineries that use Twitter existed. I’m guessing plenty of responses came in, as…