J & J Cellars in Paso Robles
J & J is a bit out in the boonies but then again half the wineries around Paso are in the boonies and that is part of the adventure. A nice drive back through the vineyards and up a hill … Continue reading
Tag Archives: Syrah
A good time + food + wine = Addamo Vineyards
We wandered into the small town of Orcutt south of Santa Maria, Santa Barbara County, to visit and map Addamo and CORE tasting rooms. Addamo was the last tasting room of the day so we followed our ancient tradition and … Continue reading
Tenuta Vineyards and Winery Stands Out in Livermore
We recently finished Tenuta’s 05 Livermore Syrah. It is a full-bodied robust wine but doesn’t bite. We found it interesting to explore from the nose through to the finish. It oxidizes well and tasted great the second day the bottle … Continue reading
Stage Left Cellars in the SF East Bay
Stage Left is a tiny winery in an Oakland industrial area that is only open the first Saturday of the month, usually. While I wouldn’t make this a destination for winery ambiance it is perfect for a quickie day trip … Continue reading
Vino Tabi – a tiny Santa Cruz winery to discover
I’ve tasted at quiet little Vino Tabi a couple of times. The tasting room is in a working winery in a spiffed up industrial building. It is in a very nice neighborhood though. On one side is Bonny Doon Vineyards’ … Continue reading
Meeker Sonoma County 05 Syrah
Chuck Meeker’s tasting room is in little Geyserville in California’s Alexander Valley. Geyserville is one of our favorite wine country hangouts but avoid the place at night if you want action. In the evening it is a place for quiet … Continue reading