#PizzaFriday with this pepperoni pizza from @amicisbayarea with a @WrathWines pinot noir from the KW Ranch in the @SLHWine This shows notes of bright cherry, white pepper and cassis on the nose with flavors of black raspberry, cinnamon and blackberry. Happy Weekend.

#MerryChristmas everyone! Celebrating with this 2019 @DutcherCrossing pinot noir from the Petaluma Gap. There is a nose of blueberry, lavender and hay with flavors of Santa Rosa plum, clove and black tea. Wishing you all a wonderful day with those you love.

#ChristmasEve with a Nativity Scene and a @SchugWinery pinot noir Carneros area of Sonoma County. There are aromas of bright cherry, fresh roses and mushroom with flavors of Santa Rosa plum, tobacco and leather. Remember what Christmas is all about!

#TacoTuesday with this 2021 Riserva @chianticlassico by CantinevColi in Tuscany. This Sangiovese blend displays aromas of red cherry, leather and rose petals with tastes of red plum, tobacco and violets. Tacos courtesy Don Julio’s Taqueria in Union City.

#ChristmasWeek starts with March of the Wooden Soldiers and this @KoblerWines pinot noir. This is drinking nicely with aromas of cranberry, violets and white pepper with tastes of black raspberry, allspice and fresh mushrooms. Found this at @klwines in Redwood City.

#SundayFunday with this 2023 La Prenda pinot noir from the TNT Vineyard on Sonoma Mountain. This displays a nose of blueberry, cocoa and wet rock with tastes of black cherry, cardamom and pomegranate. It definitely outplays its price point. Found this one at @BtlBarn.

#SaturdaySelection is this 2023 pinot noir from Tondré Grapefield. This shows aromas of Santa Rosa plum, anise and orange peel with a palette full of blackberry, hibiscus and cocoa. Enjoy the last Saturday before Christmas

#PizzaFriday with this 2019 La Magia Brunello de Montalcino ftom Tuscany, Italy. This one displays aromas of dark cherry, tobacco and leather with tastes of black plum, mushroom and cinnamon. Fabian Schwarz is the winemaker for his family’s winery. Grab a slice & join in. Cheers

One week until Christmas with this @MatrixWinery pinot noir from Russian River Valley. This Pommard clone pinot is displaying aromas of blueberry, vanilla wafers and pie crust with flavors of Santa Rosa Plum, clove and cinnamon. Cheers.

#WineWednesday among the poinsettias with this 2023 @BrewerClifton pinot noir from Santa Barbara County. This shows a nose of black cherry, rose petals and cinnamon with a palette full of strawberry, blood orange and violets. Cheers.

#TacoTuesday with a Transcedence tempranillo from the Adobe Canyon Vineyard in the Los Olivos District. This one has a nose of blueberry, tobacco and tar with flavors of black plum, leather and light pepper. Tacos courtesy of Don Julio’s Taqueria in Union City. Cheers.

#NationalCupcakeDay with a 2022 Baker Family pinot noir from the @SLHWine region of Monterey County. This one has an aromas of black cherry, hibiscus and rosebuds with tastes of pomegranate, clove and red licorice. Go Giants.

#SundayFunday with 49ers football & this 2021 @rombauervino pinot noir from the @sIhwine. This displays aromas of red cherry, violets and rose petals with tastes of pomegranate, cinnamon and blood orange. Big and bold but not overpowering. Get some

#SaturdaySelection is this 2021 Stolo Vineyards pinot noir from the Cambria area of SLO County. This producer has recently been taken over by Rajat Parr This one displays a nose of cranberry, rose petals and cinnamon with a palette of raspberry, clove and mushroom. Cheers

#PizzaFriday with a 2023 Grand Scheme pinot noir from the Barnyard Vineyard in Carneros. There are aromas of cranberry, cola and nutmeg with flavors of black cherry, toffee and earth. Pizza courtesy of @RoundTablePizza in Hayward. Cheers.

A holiday wreath with a 2023 @EnfieldWineCo pinot noir from the Merk Vineyard in Carmel Valley. This one shows a nose of pomegranate, thyme and dark raspberry with tastes of cranberry, mushroom and cherry cola. It’s a good one!

#WineWednesday, holiday season edition, with a 2023 Panther Ridge “The Cub” pinot noir the @PetalumaGap. There is a nose of blueberry, cocoa and wet rock with tastes of black cherry, cardamom and pomegranate. The Cub is the newest Panther Ridge Pinot Noir blend. Cheers.

#TacoTuesday with a 2020 @RidgeVineyards Syrah from Dry Creek Valley. It displays a nose of blackberry, leather and milk chocolate with tastes of blueberry, anise and mocha. Tacos courtesy of my favorite spot, Don Julio’s , in Union City. Cheers all.

The week begins with a cheeseburger and fries paired with a 2023 Typicite Wines pinot noir from the Santa Lucia Highlands. There is a nose of black plum, rose petals and clove with tastes of black cherry, cinnamon and blood orange. Cheers.

My Sunday Funday among the pottery vases is this 2021 Parea pinot noir from the Klopp Ranch Vineyard in Russian River Valley. This one shows a nose of raspberry, nutmeg and pie crust with tastes of dark cherry, cola and light cocoa. It’s a good one.

My #SaturdaySelection with cannoli is this 2018 Corral pinot noir from the KW Ranch in the Santa Lucia Highlands of Monterey County. This one displays a nose of Santa Rosa plum, clove and oregano with tastes of black cherry, nutmeg and pomegranate. Check them out.

#PizzaFriday with a real gem of a 2021 pinot noir by @StannersWines from Prince Edward County in Hillier, Ontario, Canada. This is a gorgeous pinot noir, displaying aromas of red plum, cinnamon and fresh cut roses with a palette of black cherry, clove and mushroom. Cheers

Celebrating #CabFrancDay with Evie and this 2014 @StSupery vintage from their estate vineyard in the Rutherford area of Napa Valley. This one displays aromas of dark red plum, pepper and nilla wafers with flavors of cranberry, cocoa and leather. Evie enjoys this one! Cheers.

#WineWednesday special with @TakisUSA & a 2021 @ArgotWines pinot noir from Sonoma Mountain. This is showing a nose of cranberry, clove and cinnamon with a palette of black cherry, mushroom and violets. Found this one at @BtlBarn in Santa Rosa.

#TacoTuesday with a 2017 Gali reserve tempranillo from the Santa Cruz Mountains. This cool climate gem shows a nose of blackberry, thyme and leather with tastes of black cherry, lilac and crushed rocks.   Tacos courtesy of my favorite spot, Don Julios, in Union City

#MondayMotivation with a rack of St. Louis ribs with @ridgevineyards “East Bench” zinfandel from the Funsten Ranch in Dry Creek Valley. This one has a nose blueberry, potpourri & clove with tastes of red plum, pepper & mocha. Perfectly smoked St. Louis Ribs and this Ridge zin.

My Saturday Selection is this 2019 @caraccioliwines brut rosé from their Escolle Vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands. This is a blend of chardonnay and pinot noir that shows a nose of nectarine, red apple and kiwi with tastes of peaches, citrus peel and cherries. Cheers.

#PizzaFriday with a cheese pie paired with a 2022 Private Property pinot noir from the Santa Lucia Highlands.This is showing a nose of raspberry, hibiscus and orange peel with a palate full of Santa Rosa plum, sage and nutmeg. Enjoy your weekend.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone, Celebrating with a 2023 Grape Culture Napa pinot noir from the Roberts Road Vineyard. There are aromas of orange peel, raspberry and graphite with full rounded flavors of black tea, pomegranate, clove and ripe red cherry. Definitely a winner!

My #WineWednesday choice is this 2023 Darling “Den Chosta” syrah from the Sonoma Coast. This is displaying aromas of black raspberry, black olive and light pepper with tastes of black plum, black tea and anise. Getting ready for the feast tomorrow.

Taco Tuesday with this 2013 @tercerowines Mourvèdre from Santa Barbara County. This one is hanging tough with a nose of black cherry, damp soil and mint chocolate with tastes of blackberry, tobacco and light pepper. Go visit Larry next time your are in Los Olivos.

Starting off Thanksgiving Week with a 2019 @PeakeRanchWines syrah from the Sta Rita Hills. This beauty is Côte-Rôtie like with a nose of dark raspberry, violets and smoked meat with a palette of blueberry, leather and clove. Found this one at @klwines in Redwood City. Cheers

Ending the wine week with a 2019 @ektimovineyards Pommard clone pinot noir from their estate vineyard in Russian River Valley. This is a big one showing a nose of blackberry, leather and cardamom with tastes of black cherry, orange peel and clove. Cheers!

#SaturdaySelection is this 2022 Samuel Louis Syrah from the Nelson Vineyard in the Santa Cruz Mountains. This is showing a nose of black plum, white pepper and violets with flavors of blackberry, beef jerky and clove. Enjoy the last weekend before Thanksgiving.

#PizzaFriday with this 2018 Caparzo Brunello di Montalcino. There are aromas of black cherry, orange peel and leather with a palette of blueberry, rose petals and creamy dark chocolate. I’ve had an Italian wine lesson recently so expect to see more like this one. Happy Weekend.

#ThirstyThursday with chips and queso paired with a 2013 Storm pinot noir sourced from the John Sebastiano Vineyard in the Sta Rita Hills. This one is drinking well with a nose of black cherry, sage and mushroom with a palette of pomegranate, clove and cherry cola. Cheers!

Today is #ZinfandelDay. What better way to highlight this wine holiday than with one by @RidgeVineyards this one a 2021 vintage from the Bob Ponzo Vineyard. This one is shows aromas of raspberry, clove and anise with tastes of cranberry, basil & cocoa. Evie gives this 4 paws up.

Taco Tuesday with this 2020 Tinto Pesquera from Familia Fernandez Rivera in the Ribera del Duero area of Spain. This is 100% Tempranillo that displays a nose of black plum, anise and toasted coffee beans with a palette blackberry, toffee and clove. Cheers & grab a taco.

Home from an awesome wine weekend and enjoying this 2021 @RidgeVineyards zinfandel from the Benito Dusi Ranch in Paso Robles. This one is shows a nose of red plum, cinnamon and tobacco with tastes of pomegranate, orange peel and white pepper. Cheers to a great week.

A fantastic wine weekend in Toronto with wine friend Julia Clarke. You can’t put a price tag on wine, food and friends.

#SaturdaySelection choice is this 2018 @longmeadowranch pinot noir from Anderson Valley. There is a nose of red raspberry, violets and graphite with a palette of Santa Rosa plum, orange peel and cinnamon. This is drinking beautifully right now.

#PizzaFriday with this @foglinevineyard syrah from the @PetalumaGap. There's a nose of black plum, sandalwood & thyme with deep flavors of black raspberry, rosemary & sage. Fogline is headed by Evan Pontiriero who does tastings in Santa Rosa. Happy Weekend

Let’s celebrate #TempranilloDay with one from California. I’ve opened this one from @morganwinery from the Arroyo Seco section of Monterey County. There are aromas of Santa Rosa plum, tobacco & nutmeg with flavors of black cherry, dried fig & mocha. Which Tempranillo for you?

It’s an Art & Wine Appreciation Wednesday. By the talented Julia Clarke from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This one of Queen Rôtie. There is a nose of black cherry, violets & fresh ground pepper with a palette of black plum, clove & black olive. Appreciate the art & enjoy the wine!

To all of those who served honorably in the military, Thank you. Honoring all veterans with this 2020 @RidgeVineyards zinfandel from Lytton Springs. There are aromas of black cherry, black tea & mint with tastes of raspberry, licorice & black pepper. Cheers.

Today is #SesameStreetDay. Celebrating with a 2023 Peju pinot noir from the Russian River Valley in Sonoma County. This shows a nose of black cherry, cinnamon & red licorice with flavors of Santa Rosa plum, nutmeg & forest floor. Who is your favorite Sesame Street character?

#SundayFunday with NFL football and a 2021 @dustynaborwines syrah from the Ballard Canyon AVA. Paired with interesting corn dogs from Ya Darbak in downtown Fremont. There is a nose of red plum, sage and rosemary with flavors of blueberry, clove and leather. Cheers.

#SaturdaySelection amongst the fallen leaves is a Truckee River pinot noir from the Tondré Grapefield in the @shwine area. Aromas of Santa Rosa plum, anise & orange peel with tastes of blackberry, hibiscus and cocoa. It’s a colorful time in NorCal with the leaves changing colors.

Today we celebrate National Nacho Day with a 2023 Lyndon Fog grenache from Monterey County. This one has aromas of cranberry, fresh cut roses & cinnamon with tastes of bright cherry, red plum & cherry cola. Found this one at Star Market Salinas & nachos courtesy of @tacobell.

#WineWednesday with a bowl of rice & orange chicken paired with this 2022 Story of Soil Syrah from Ballard Canyon. This one has aromas of blackberry, clove and leather with tastes of black plum, bacon fat and black olive. All good stuff! Found this one @klwines in Redwood City