The local Rhone Ranger misfits put this “Hot Tuesdays” event on from time to time but I must say, there was nothing hot about last night. For some reason the HOT weather we normally have this time of year in Paso took the evening off and when you add the breeze into the mix I was … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2013
Paso Robles Wine: Pinot Noir
I’ve been asked about Pinot Noir as a Paso Robles wine variety several times recently so I thought I’d put together a list of wineries in Paso Robles that have Pinot Noir. These Pinot’s may or may not be grown in Paso, I’m simply trying to find anyone in the area with a Pinot … [Read more...]
The iPhone – To Ditch or Not To Ditch?
I was recently asked if I wanted to partake (be an “ambassador” for the product I receive) in a Verizon project that is known as #VZWBuzz on Twitter. The way the project works is they send out gadgets to different folks to try out and talk about. I said 'yes' and not long after I … [Read more...]
Paso Robles, Social Media, and ROI (I've got your ROI)
Another post about Paso Robles and social media, Matt…really? Yep, sorry, but I need to get Paso Robles to understand the importance of social media. When I say Paso Robles I of course mean the wineries but this applies to the wine groups and organizations, the city, the Chamber … [Read more...]
Wine: Let’s Educate Ourselves
There are many aspects of wine that can be difficult to know or understand especially for beginners into the wine world. I thought I would put together some links that could help with some of the basics like how to pronounce different grape varieties, how to read wine labels, … [Read more...]
Here We Go Again: Social Media and the Wine Business
The forever doubting, Mr. Steve Heimoff, had another blog post about social media. I will let you read it here if you choose. I actually do not visit his blog, ever, but Paul Mabray from Vintank posted it on Facebook and I was stupid enough to bite. … [Read more...]
How to Plant Grapevines At Home
I like to drink wine; I think that’s been abundantly obvious. I am not a farmer; I think this too is abundantly obvious. That being said, I planted a grapevine. It was one that we’ve had for over 3.5 years, probably over 4 years, and we got it from Tablas Creek Vineyards. … [Read more...]
Paso Robles Wine: Burbank Ranch
About a week or so ago we decided to head into the new tasting room called Burbank Ranch in downtown Paso Robles after having lunch at Pappy McGregor’s. Now, I do not regret having lunch at Pappy’s, and I never will, but I had no idea Burbank Ranch served food!! … [Read more...]
Paso Robles: Paso Fork & Corks Festival
It’s been an interesting time to see the evolution of wine events here in Paso Robles. There has been a lot of growth to the point where it seems like many of the events are really trying to up the game over the previous one. My opinion…I think it’s great to see more creativity … [Read more...]
Our Three Favorite Wines from June
Seems I’ve been a bit lazy, it’s already July 10 and I’m just now getting our favorite wines from June up here. Oh well, I suppose working from home four days a week and having an almost nine month old little dude to watch soaks up some time.. … [Read more...]