African wines the shop carries, which was the primary reason I wanted to visit the country so I can explore the region and hopefully, do my part in popularizing imports. Now owned by Anthony Russell (son of the founder) and producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Hermanus is a coastal town about in the most southern part of S. link]. MORE >>

While there Shirley toured the battlefield for about the umpteenth time and both did the famous Gettysburg ghost tour along with some fine dining and shopping. Shirley was also kind enough to bring home some Adams County wines she found at a downtown wine shop. blend of Vidal Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris named after Jennie Wade. MORE >>

The hope is that you may be able to find Greek wine at your local wine shop or favorite restaurant, as it goes with so many dishes and is affordable. Have you tried a Greek wine recently|? The news is that Greece is offering incredibly well made wines, very dry, citrus-oriented, and delicius with food. News all about greek wines. MORE >>

We did get in to do a little shopping while a make shift tasting area was being moved back indoors. Mark was smiling widely tasting both the Dr. Frank and the Salmon Run Chardonnay while I could just not believe the 2008 Dr. Konstantin Frank Meritage. Finally got to do something other than working around the house on my week off. MORE >>

When you are shopping at these stores and you have a question, the people who work there will answer it honestly or tell you that they don't know the answer. I'm speaking of the people who work in our friendly neighborhood wine retail shops. Ready for some more strange retail stories? Weird advice from the folks in the trenches? MORE >>