Monthly Archives: October 2009

In Search of the Perfect Paella — Gerard the Paella Guy

Posted on October 26, 2009 by Joe

Soon after returning from a visit to Spain in the Spring of 1994 I began my trials and tribulations of attempting to cook the perfect Paella dish. Here we are some 15 years later and even though I think I … Continue reading →

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Harvest and Fall Colors Update

Posted on October 13, 2009 by Joe

By the end of this month, the 2009 grape harvest will be 99 percent over. The last grapes to be picked this month are usually Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. The reports from vineyards managers, winemakers, and winery owners indicate that … Continue reading →

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The Next Growing Region for Pinot Noir?

Posted on October 9, 2009 by Joe

Once again the Vintage Wine Tasters discover yet another amazing wine bargain. This time, a Pinot Noir wine for $17 from a wine-growing area in California unknown to almost any wine expert or critic. The Vintage Wine Tasters met on … Continue reading →

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Argentine Wines in San Francisco

Posted on October 7, 2009 by Joe

It was just this past March that we visited Argentina and this wine tasting event at the Regency Center in San Francisco brought back many memories of our wonderful trip. We quickly found the Tapiz table where we were surprised … Continue reading →

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Visit to Merriam Vineyards in Healdsburg

Posted on October 3, 2009 by Joe

Merriam Vineyards is one of the newest wineries in Healdsburg wine country. Owners Peter and Diana purchased several vineyards in 2000 and this year opened a very attractive New England style winery and tasting room. We visited this winery on … Continue reading →

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