Recently had Kalyra's 2006 Merlot. It was quite tasty. I'm giving this winery a second chance. When I was first introduced to the wines about 5 years ago, I wasn't overly impressed. Now, I'm tempted to … more
I joined the Babcock Winery wine club, which is about the highest compliment I can give a winery. I have since cancelled, but that's only because I wanted to leave room in my budget … more
I wish there was a wine bar like Wandering Dog in my hometown. Since there's not, I plan to visit Wandering Dog whenever I'm in Solvang. The #1 advantage Wandering Dog has … more
Unlike some tasting rooms, the Ballard Inn doesn't feel like you're at a party. The party is in your mouth. Friends often ask me for recommendations of where to go wine tasting … more
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jrjohnson posted a Quick Tip about The Ballard Inn.
March 26, 2010
I'll be honest, I visited the Sarrloos and Sons (from now on known as SaS) because I wanted to eat some delicious treats from Enjoy Cupcakes, which shares a corner of the tasting room. A friend and … more
As most of us know, the west side of Paso Robles is definitely known for their Rhone varietals. But I would like to draw your attention to an east side winery with a relatively new tasting room … more
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trailblazer posted a Quick Tip about Lincourt.
March 19, 2010
When Roblar Winery first appeared off Highway 154 in Santa Ynez, I thought it seemed out of place. I was so used to frequenting small, boutique, family-run wineries that I was thrown off to see such a … more
Top Ten Tasting Room Tips Wine tasting as a "vacation focus" is a growing segment of the travel industry, in no small part spurred on by the popularity of the film "Sideways (2004)". Many vineyards … more