Up until recently California’s Central Coast has suffered from what some would call “an identity crisis”. This was largely because a small number of large producers used the area as a source for a vast quantity of uninspiring, inexpensive wine. It was also a region that large Sonoma and Napa producers used as a grape…
The title is self explanatory. I wrote about the Neyen not too long ago, so it should still be fresh in people’s minds. I wanted to know what our customers thoughts on this wine are, since it was so well received. It sold out about four hours after I sent an email that we had…
For those who aren’t aware, my position in the store changed recently, I moved to a new role as the craft beer buyer. Of course, Tim remains very involved with the beer department that he essentially constructed, but there’s a new set of eyes looking at everything we do with beer now. Of course, my…
I want to know what everyone thinks about Washington State Cabs. If you have recently asked me to recommend a Cab, you more than likely heard me mention how I think WA Cabs outshine CA cabs and how they will some day get more attention than their CA counterparts. I still believe it to be…
The Mayans predict that the world will come to an end in 2012. At Colonial Spirits, we thought this would be a great time to discuss what drink we’d want to go out with. In this video, Nicolay, Nic, and Tim tell us what they’d be sipping on that final day. Nicolay would enjoy a…
I love drinking beer. I also love being a purveyor of beer. There are so many enthusiasts out there who I have been pleased to meet and talk beer with. Finding great beer and getting it to these people is a lot of fun. A recent trend in the beer market is one that marketing…
Most of you know me as an advocate for the wines of Alsace when it comes to riesling, but even I have to admit that Germany produces some stunning rieslings. Germany has recently been blessed with a string of good vintages, it seems that year after year German vintners are having great success in making…
You might find it odd that I’m writing about cigars instead of my co-worker Dave, but I thought it would be appropriate given the time of year. This is the time of year that people look to get the best gift possible for that special someone. Even if it’s not for a special someone, a…
Christmas is almost here, and I thought I would spend some time writing about a few spirits I think would either make great holiday gifts or beverages worth enjoying with family and friends during this holiday season. Personally, I love brown spirits during the cold winter months. Scotch, bourbon and cognac make wonderful gifts or…
Nicolay and I had a lovely…conversation… about his post over a glass of wine last Friday, so, here I am with my opinion, click the “back” button if you dislike people waxing poetic. I’d like to start by saying that everything Nicolay stated is valid, and I think he makes some very strong points. Of…
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