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news2026-09-27
Merlot On My Mind
Being obsessed over a grape lately? I have. Not even sure why, but I have. Merlot had been on my mind. Why Merlot? Why now? I don’t know. I’m sure something triggered it, but I really have no clue as to what and why. Merlot’s name might not be around since the 13th century as […]
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news2026-09-19
Kirkland Signature Sonoma County Chardonnay – Still Butterlicious?
Today we’re checking out the latest vintage of the Kirkland Signature Sonoma County Chardonnay from Costco to see if it ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen16 views
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news2026-09-18
INSIDER DEAL! 97-Point Tooth & Nail Amor Fati Grenache 70% OFF
Save an incredible $48 a bottle on the Bulk Buy Rated 2022 Tooth & Nail Amor Fati Grenache – all ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen17 views
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news2026-09-18
Roustabout Meritage From Trader Joe’s – Easy-Going
An easy to drink red blend with a blue-collar price, we review the latest vintage of the Roustabout Meritage from ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen15 views
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news2026-09-17
Thomas Fogarty Winery Marks 45 Years with the Opening of the Redwood Room
The heritage-inspired tasting space pairs sweeping Bay views with a new year-round way to experience the Santa Cruz Mountains estate September 17, 2026 (Woodside, CA) — Thomas Fogarty Winery will [...]
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news2026-09-17
Hawks Hill Ranch Named Top Central Coast Winery Tour by “the Zoe Report”
Cult Paso Robles Producer Ranks #2 Overall for “Best U.S. Winery Tour” in Readers’ Choice Poll September 17, 2026 (Paso Robles, CA) — Hawks Hill Ranch Winery proudly announces that [...]
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news2026-09-17
Oceano Wines Inaugurates New Era for Premium Non-Alcoholic Wine with Single-Vineyard Releases
With a refreshed look and category-defining aroma recovery, Oceano Zero unveils California coastal Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, expanded national availability September 17, 2026 (Healdsburg, CA) — As the wine industry [...]
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news2026-09-17
INSIDER DEAL! 52% OFF Tin Barn Zin!
Save $22 a bottle on the 91-93 point Tin Barn Vineyards Los Chamizal Vineyard Moon Mountain Zinfandel. Tin Barn Zinfandel ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen14 views
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news2026-09-15
J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines Introduces ARIEL Sauvignon Blanc, Expanding Its Premium, Alcohol-Removed Wine Portfolio
New Sauvignon Blanc Brings a Bright, Refreshing Expression to the Pioneering ARIEL Vineyards Collection September 15, 2026 (San Jose, CA) — Family-owned and operated J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines announces [...]
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news2026-09-15
INSIDER DEAL! 92-93 Point Tooth & Nail The Stand Petite Sirah 62% OFF
Save $24 a bottle on this Bulk Buy rated, big, deep, dark and tannic Petite Sirah. Don’t miss your chance ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen16 views
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news2026-09-14
INSIDER DEAL! 93-Point Drive Canihan Vineyard Syrah 58% OFF!
Save almost $25 a bottle on this organic, dry-farmed Syrah that has it all. Smooth, structured, balanced and deep – ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen15 views
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news2026-09-12
INSIDER DEAL! SAVE $94 A BOTTLE On Torcia Atlas Peak Napa Cab!
Big time Napa Cab at a big time discount! Get this splurgeworthy wine, aged to perfection, for 70% off the ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen11 views
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news2026-09-11
Kirkland Signature Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon – A $9 No-Brainer?
And now it’s only $8! You really can’t go wrong with this kind of quality at such a low price, we ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen18 views
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news2026-09-09
INSIDER DEAL! 54% OFF Roche Carneros Pinot Noir
SAVE almost $25 a bottle on this 91-93 point Pinot Noir from the estate Longford and Tipperary vineyards. Don’t miss ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen15 views
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news2026-09-08
Trader Joe’s Grand Reserve Paso Robles Meritage Review
A jammy, juicy crowd-pleaser, we review the latest vintage of the Trader Joe’s Grand Reserve Paso Robles Meritage Lot 129. ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen25 views
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news2026-09-04
INSIDER DEAL! 69% OFF 94+ Point Rutherford Ranch Reserve Napa Cab
An unheard of discount on this big-time wine! Don’t miss our incredible savings of $48 a bottle on the 2019 ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen22 views
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news2026-09-04
The Random Samples—9/4/2026
It is time for another edition of “Random Samples”–I occasionally get samples from marketing agencies and/or producers. These can often be grouped together into some sort of overarching theme: Muret-Gaston is French for Old Friends (not really, but it should … Continue reading →
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news2026-09-03
St. Francis Sonoma County Pinot Noir Review
A solid, widely available example of Pinot Noir. We review the St. Francis Sonoma County Pinot Noir. 100% Pinot Noir ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen16 views
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news2026-09-02
INSIDER DEAL! SAVE 65% on the 94-Point 13 Rams Petite Sirah
The 13 Rams Red is BACK! Don’t miss our incredible DISCOUNT of over $35 a bottle on this BIG, chewy ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen16 views
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news2026-08-31
INSIDER DEAL! Scott Harvey InZINerator – Deliciously Decadent
91-93 point Zinfandel fit for a Superhero! Save over $12 a bottle on the Highly Recommended Scott Harvey InZINerator from ... Read more
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news2026-08-29
67% OFF INSIDER DEAL! 92-93 Point Tooth & Nail Amor Fati Murmur Vineyard Chardonnay
Save $40 a bottle on this big-time Chardonnay! This weekend’s deal is the 2023 Tooth & Nail Amor Fati Murmur ... Read more
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news2026-08-26
INSIDER DEAL! 58% OFF Clay Shannon Winemakers Series Touriga Nacional
A Perfect 10 Taste Rating (94+ Points) on this big, smooth and delicious wine! Don’t miss your chance to SAVE ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen19 views
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news2026-08-25
Sonoma-Cutrer Sonoma Coast Chardonnay Review
A very nice example of Chardonnay with a buttery edge, we review the Sonoma-Cutrer Sonoma Coast Chardonnay. Chardonnay from the ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen14 views
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news2026-08-24
INSIDER DEAL! 65% OFF Fifth Hill Indian Springs Ranch Semillon
Save $29 a bottle on this smooth and vibrant single vineyard Semillon from Fifth Hill Wines, but only for next ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen14 views
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Merlot On My Mind

Kirkland Signature Sonoma County Chardonnay – Still Butterlicious?

INSIDER DEAL! 97-Point Tooth & Nail Amor Fati Grenache 70% OFF

Roustabout Meritage From Trader Joe’s – Easy-Going

Thomas Fogarty Winery Marks 45 Years with the Opening of the Redwood Room

Hawks Hill Ranch Named Top Central Coast Winery Tour by “the Zoe Report”

Oceano Wines Inaugurates New Era for Premium Non-Alcoholic Wine with Single-Vineyard Releases

INSIDER DEAL! 52% OFF Tin Barn Zin!

J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines Introduces ARIEL Sauvignon Blanc, Expanding Its Premium, Alcohol-Removed Wine Portfolio

INSIDER DEAL! 92-93 Point Tooth & Nail The Stand Petite Sirah 62% OFF

INSIDER DEAL! 93-Point Drive Canihan Vineyard Syrah 58% OFF!

INSIDER DEAL! SAVE $94 A BOTTLE On Torcia Atlas Peak Napa Cab!

Kirkland Signature Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon – A $9 No-Brainer?

INSIDER DEAL! 54% OFF Roche Carneros Pinot Noir

Trader Joe’s Grand Reserve Paso Robles Meritage Review

INSIDER DEAL! 69% OFF 94+ Point Rutherford Ranch Reserve Napa Cab

The Random Samples—9/4/2026

St. Francis Sonoma County Pinot Noir Review

INSIDER DEAL! SAVE 65% on the 94-Point 13 Rams Petite Sirah

INSIDER DEAL! Scott Harvey InZINerator – Deliciously Decadent

67% OFF INSIDER DEAL! 92-93 Point Tooth & Nail Amor Fati Murmur Vineyard Chardonnay

INSIDER DEAL! 58% OFF Clay Shannon Winemakers Series Touriga Nacional

Sonoma-Cutrer Sonoma Coast Chardonnay Review

INSIDER DEAL! 65% OFF Fifth Hill Indian Springs Ranch Semillon