Author Archives: TheWineEpicure

BURGUNDY ‘IN FOCUS’ MASTERCLASS: FOCUS ON MACONNAIS

    Hello all, I still have seats available for this event.  Don’t miss out on this ‘LIGHT BULB’ experience with Chardonnay!  RSVP to Jamesbarlow25@hotmail.com  See you there! The best, and most expensive, Chardonnay in the world comes from the prestigious … Continue reading

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JAMES BARLOW’S ‘THE THIRTEEN’ PICKS OF SEPTEMBER 2018

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, The kids are back in school. Vacations are mostly over. But here comes Labor Day!  I know that we have all had to penny pinch for the last couple of months, but that doesn’t mean you can’t … Continue reading

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BURGUNDY ‘IN FOCUS’ MASTERCLASS: FOCUS ON MACONNAIS

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, The best, and most expensive, Chardonnay in the world comes from the prestigious Burgundy region in France.  As you all know if you read this blog, I became a Bourgogne Wine Ambassador earlier this year.  I … Continue reading

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THE TWELVE UNDER TWELVE FOR AUGUST 2018

Encore Cabernet 2016 Lodi, California Cash Price $11.99 Looking for excessively ripe and opulent Cabernet? Try this plush wine that offers plum, stewed fruits and blackberry pie with supple and inviting tannins. The finish is jammy with hints of cobbler … Continue reading

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WOODFORD BOURBON CUSTOMER APPRECIATION EVENT

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I am pleased to announce a FREE Bourbon tasting at the Spec’s Oak Ridge location on Tuesday, August 21st from 6-8pm. Please RSVP to RSVP_Woodlands@Specsonline.com. Here are the details: Experience all the flavors of Woodford Reserve Bourbon … Continue reading

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Riedel Wine Glass Sensory Tasting

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I have the extreme pleasure of offering another Spec’s Riedel Consumer Event here in The Woodlands! The last consumer event sold out and was a huge success!  We have a rare opportunity for you all to … Continue reading

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JAMES BARLOW’S ‘THE THIRTEEN’ PICKS OF AUGUST 2018

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, Good Gravy it’s hot out there this summer! I am super excited about the list this month.  I’ve had the pleasure to taste through some amazing wines lately and am pleased to be able to share … Continue reading

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FREE CUSTOMER APPRECIATION CAYMUS TASTING AT SPEC’S OAK RIDGE

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I have quite a treat in store for you on Thursday, August 9th from 6:30-8:30pm at Spec’s Oak Ridge Location.  We will be pouring wines from the Wagner family (Caymus) for you all to enjoy!  Let … Continue reading

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THE TWELVE UNDER TWELVE FOR JULY 2018

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I am pleased to announce that I have taken over the ‘Twelve Under Twelve’ for Spec’s.  I am going to officially replace the ‘Steals of the Month’ with the ‘Twelve Under Twelve’ from now on.  It will … Continue reading

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JAMES BARLOW’S ‘THE THIRTEEN’ PICKS OF JULY 2018

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, Holy Heat Waves!  It is hot outside!  I have picked thirteen dynamic summer style wines that are sure to be rock stars at your Independence Day party or just a good way to impress friends and … Continue reading

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