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The Coin Flip That Came Up Wine
From a bottle of wine and a coin toss to a thriving Red Mountain estate, Greg and Shae Frichette have built a winery and a life in Washington wine…
Nov 6
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James Nokes
October 2025
Rex Hill Is An Old Friend Worth Rediscovering
A reunion with an old friend imparts many emotions.
Oct 29
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James Nokes
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Garden Creek Winery: A Story Etched in Soil and Time
At Garden Creek Winery, the story begins in the soil — nine shades of Alexander Valley earth that shape every vine, every vintage and every bottle.
Oct 29
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James Nokes
From Golf Greens to Volcano Vines: Jonathan Walters Builds a Lake County Legacy
Texas-born Jonathan Walters brings hands-on grit, restaurant roots and a passion for real wine from real people to the volcanic slopes of Brassfield…
Oct 16
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James Nokes
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CJ and Elise McCollum Balance the NBA and the Vineyard Life
Harvest calls, wine sales and a growing Oregon winery keeps the McCollum family busy.
Oct 15
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James Nokes
Can You Guess What’s in Your Glass? Truluck’s Launches the Sommelier’s Secret Red Wine Challenge
This October guests that guess their $20 mystery pour get the glass free.
Oct 7
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James Nokes
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Alto Adige Harvest 2025: Sunshine, Steady Weather and Optimism in the Cellar
After a challenging 2024, Alto Adige growers celebrate a balanced 2025 vintage shaped by steady sunshine, early harvest and healthy yields.
Oct 3
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James Nokes
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September 2025
Merriam Vineyards Marks 25 Years in the Russian River Valley
What began as an East Coast retailer’s love affair with the Russian River Valley has grown into a sustainable, family-run estate crafting balanced…
Sep 27
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James Nokes
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Come Over October: Pizza, Pinot & Good Company
A cozy fall gathering with razor-thin mushrooms, creamy white sauce pizza and Pinot Noirs built for sharing.
Sep 23
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James Nokes
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Come Over October: Wine’s Best Story
Karen MacNeil reminds us that wine’s essence lies in generosity, authenticity and human connection
Sep 18
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James Nokes
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Luce 2022 Marks Three Decades of Innovation and Identity in Montalcino
Luce 2022 reflects a legacy built on contrasts — elegance and power, patience and progress.
Sep 12
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James Nokes
2
Why “Tasty” Is the Only Tasting Note That Matters
Stripping away wine’s gatekeeping language and bringing the joy back to the glass.
Sep 10
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James Nokes
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