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Monthly Archives: July 2016

Pairings Portland! What a Find!

July 27, 2016 – 12:08 pm

Pairings Portland is a wine shop and bar located in the NE area of Portland, Oregon. On a whim we stopped by this boutique wine shop just across the street from some local food restaurants. In the past we had walked past the building several times but this time decided to stop in to see […]

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Portland’s New Century Bar

July 26, 2016 – 10:55 am

Spending some time in South East Portland, we visited the recently opened Century Bar on Sandy Boulevard. Although new, and only a bit after its 3:00 pm opening, there were already people in the two outdoor areas. As we were there, several other patrons entered. One outdoor area is on the main level. Tables and […]

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Make-shift Mimosa at Cruising Altitude

July 24, 2016 – 9:23 am

I recently had an early morning flight on Delta. Although the flight served wine, they did not have a sparkling wine. One has to become creative to have a mimosa with breakfast. The flight attendant was very accommodating and poured a glass with half Chardonnay and half orange juice. The orange juice somewhat overpowered the […]

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Summertime Wine Events!

July 21, 2016 – 1:31 am

Summer is a great time to visit wineries as they frequently have fun and music events for the public. Below is a sample of events at wineries in a variety of locations around the US. Thursday, July 21 Orfila Vineyards and Winery, California Event: Trivia Night Website Info Pearmund Cellars, Virginia Event: Teacher Appreciations Day […]

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Fun Olympic Events at Virginia Winery!

July 19, 2016 – 12:17 pm

The 2016 Olympics will be starting soon! We hope everyone attending and participating will be safe. Unfortunately  many people will not be able to attend the event. Many of us will be watching the games at home. A Virginia winery, is offering fun Olympic-type events in August. Pearmund Cellars in Broad Run, Virginia has developed […]

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May There be Peace in the World!

July 18, 2016 – 8:44 am

All people throughout the world deserve to live in peace. So the song that was sung this week, is particularly important – if only all people would listen to it.

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Visit Ohio Wineries this Summer

July 15, 2016 – 6:47 am

For wine enthusiasts and wine lovers who enjoy exploring wine, when traveling through Ohio this summer, it’s a good idea to discover what the Ohio’s wine.

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CASA Wine and Craft Beer Festival

July 13, 2016 – 12:56 pm

This Saturday, July 16, be prepared to enjoy wine and beer while helping to support CASA in Allegany County, Maryland.

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Bonny Doon Vineyard Syrah Le Pousseur 2013

July 12, 2016 – 10:05 am

On Sunday I was looking forward to barbecued pork tenderloins. In late afternoon I developed a craving for wine. I decided on a Bonny Doon Vineyard Syrah Le Pousseur 2013. Right out of the screw capped bottle, the aroma was noticeable. The dark ruby colored wine had a purple hue, The wonderful aroma suggested black […]

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Washington State University’s Viticulture and Enology Trip to Sicily

July 11, 2016 – 6:26 am

Kathy and I have been on two trips with Washington State University’s Viticulture and Enology Program. Our first was in 2010 to New Zealand and in 2013 we went with the group to France. In 2017, the VE program will travel to Sicily. On our previous trips we were with a great group of winemakers, […]

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