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HillCrest Winery (yes you do eventually have to leave.)
When wine tasting in the Umpqua valley stopping in at HillCrest Winery is a must (get it?). The Catz… [more]
5 Reasons Why You Should Join a Wine Club
Wine Club? You bet! What could be better than a small army of wine professionals traveling the world… [more]
Bouquet of Gasoline a Good Thing?
I just read a review of a highly rated wine that smelled of, and I quote, "petrol and old parchment with… [more]
Move over Pinot
Say "Oregon Wine" and Pinot Noir rolls off the tongue. But we're here to say that Tempranillo, (yes I… [more]
Oenophile to English Translator
Have you ever bought a bottle of wine that described itself on the label as "bright", which you came… [more]
Latest Yowls on Wine
5 Reasons Why You Should Join a Wine Club
Wine Club? You bet! What could be better than a small army of wine professionals traveling the world picking out the best wines in the categories you select? It is a leap of faith to hand over your … [Read More...]
Bouquet of Gasoline a Good Thing?
I just read a review of a highly rated wine that smelled of, and I quote, "petrol and old parchment with a hint of waxiness." Oh wow. Sign me up for a bottle of that... Not. I know some wine lovers … [Read More...]
Move over Pinot
Say "Oregon Wine" and Pinot Noir rolls off the tongue. But we're here to say that Tempranillo, (yes I said Tempranillo) in the right hands is a wine capable of reaching the same lofty heights as the … [Read More...]
Wine Reviews
Time to Check Out Paso Robles Wine Country!
With all the hoo-ha about Napa and Sonoma there are many regions of California that get short shrift from un-adventerous wine lovers. However, those in the know are quietly snapping up wines from … [Read More...]
2009 Ex Umbris Syrah
Christmas is a season for surprises for sure, but not all come from under the tree. The Catz had their traditional prime rib roast for Christmas dinner and the surprise was the wine I took a chance … [Read More...]
Sofia Rosé 2010 by Francis Ford Coppola Winery
Craig and Judy (collectively, the Catz) had a fine time this summer exploring rosé wines from all over the globe. We learned that we really, really love rosé, and are a bit miffed at wine … [Read More...]
Bonterra Chardonnay 2009 – organically grown
I have been a chard lover from the day my dear departed Dad and I tried our first Chardonnay together when I was just barely of legal drinking age. (Never mind how long ago that was... none of your … [Read More...]
