March 2009

Last night I had a walk down memory lane. A friend cooked dinner for my husband and I, and when she told me what she was serving a huge smile came across my face, Coq au Vin (music to my ears and stomach). Ever since dinner I’ve been daydreaming about my recent trip to France […]

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2001 Gloria Ferrer Royal Cuvee Brut

by on March 20, 2009

Back when I lived in San Francisco, when I would frequent Sonoma Valley wineries much more often than I get to do now, Gloria Ferrer was one of my favorite wineries that I would visit (almost) each visit. In my opinion, it is the greatest place to either start or finish your Sonoma Valley wine […]

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Helfrich 2001 Alsace Grand Cru Gewurztraminer Steinklotz

by on March 17, 2009

As I continue to study for my certified exam through The Court of Master Sommeliers I’ve decided to challenge myself to buy and taste new and unfamiliar wines from each region as I am studying.  If anything to make it more fun when studying regions new to me. Today I reviewed Alsace. A region, quite […]

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Great ideas for local wine shops collaborating with local restaurants during tough times

by on March 6, 2009

I love it when local businesses can work together and collaborate on ways to promote each others success.  I think its especially important now, during these crazy economic times, for businesses and consumers alike to work together to support each other in whatever ways they can.To me, It's not about "stop the world and hide […]

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GOOD CUSTOMER SERVICE STILL EXISTS!

by on March 5, 2009

Last night a girlfriend of mine and I stopped into Blue Hour (at 250 NW 13th at Everett Street in Portland) for a glass of wine and a snack.  We sat at the bar since we were just getting a couple of appetizers.  Upon ordering the ever so delicious Tuna Tartare & the Pizza Margherita […]

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