Tag Archives: Spain

International Albariño Day

Posted on August 1, 2017 by

It’s International Albariño Day! I’m so glad they give this grape its due course and deservedly so! It’s crisp, refreshing tropical fruit wines are perfect for a hot summer day to sip on the patio, share a glass with a … Continue reading →

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Fear Revisited

Posted on August 23, 2016 by

Sometimes one works so hard toward something, only to have fear kick in and then it becomes unfinished. I’m sure many can certainly relate. Fear kicks my butt more times than I could ever tell you…just check out a previous blog … Continue reading →

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Getting Over Myself

Posted on July 11, 2016 by

As I was coming in to work today, I had many thoughts about life. Things such as what I’m doing, where I’m going in life, and just life in general. Thoughts that I want to share with you even though it makes … Continue reading →

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Thirsty Thirty-Something Thursday #20 – Toro, Spain

Posted on June 16, 2016 by

If I’m gonna drink Tempranillo, I’d rather have Toro. Seriously. Tempranillo takes on many hats in Spain and in Toro, it’s called Tinto de Toro, and a Tempranillo taste of its own. There’s not a lot of Tinto de Toro’s … Continue reading →

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Thirsty Thirty Something Thursday #8- Spain

Posted on March 11, 2016 by

Besides Italy, I’m in love with Spanish wines. Spain is doing some cool things, using more modern winemaking methods, going easy on the oak treatments, and the geek grapes are making comebacks (much like Italy).  Although today’s wine may not … Continue reading →

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