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Tremendous Tuesday

By: Philip Robert 94 Diamond Creek Lake Vineyard – A little history I didn’t know about but this vineyard is, from what I can tell something like .3 HA, and only 8 vintages were made from 1972 to 2003. Pop … Continue reading

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Let’s Talk Science

By: Philip Robert 09 Rhys Santa Cruz Mountains Chard – Fresh from the latest shipment I read the insert which said good for current consumption. After having the RM Theriot the day before this was a disappointment. Just flabby and … Continue reading

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Abiouness

By: AJ McClellan Nicole Abiouness is always a good time when she comes into Graileys to try us on her new wines. We started the night with her wonderful Rose and finished with a Sangiovese that was quite impressive for … Continue reading

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Jones Family Aftermath

By: AJ McClellan After we finished with the Jones Family tasting, Jimmy fired up his new stereo system and sang a few songs for us. All the while our members dug into their cellars and pulled out some great jewels … Continue reading

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Jones Family Tasting

By: AJ McClellan Dan Bailey is one of my favorite proprietors to come into Graileys. Every time Dan comes by we have a great night, not only is he very knowledgeable with regards to wine, but he is also a … Continue reading

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Ridge Tasting

By: AJ McClellan We had the winemaker of Ridge vineyards, John Olney, in to taste us on the new lineup of Ridge wines. I have to tell you every time I try these wines I am impressed. Everything from the … Continue reading

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Epic Dinner Party.

By: AJ McClellan Saturday night we had a private party with Sharon Hage catering a seven course dinner in the back room. The event was wonderful, the wines were perfect and the food was superb. I think Saturday was one … Continue reading

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Capture Wines

By: AJ McClellan Yesterday was an unexpected day.  It all started as a typical Tuesday… put together an offer; sell some wine, blah blah blah… Then in walks Andre Boada, the VP brand manager of Capture wines, and he plops … Continue reading

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I Will Show You Mine If You Show Me Yours….

By: AJ McClellan “You Show Me Yours’, I’ll Show You Mine” has always been one of our favorite tastings here at Graileys. Ten behemoth wines come together in a coliseum comprised of a great wooden table scarred by use and … Continue reading

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You Show Me Yours… Aftermath…

By: AJ McClellan After the tasting, as usual, some great bottles were opened. Some to celebrate a great victory others would help nurse the wounds of defeat….   1994 Dalla Valle – This was a very nice bottle of wine … Continue reading

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