Author Archives: TheWineEpicure

RSVP CORRECTION

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, It looks as tho the RSVP sight is having some issues. To RSVP to the Cousino Macul free consumer tasting email me at jamesbarlow25@hotmail.com I apologize for any confusion! Thank you, James C. Barlow Certified Wine … Continue reading

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Cousino Macul Chilean Tasting at Oak Ridge North

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, We have a unique opportunity to try some dynamic Chilean wines and learn from a Wine Professional at Spec’s Oak Ridge North. When: Thursday, May 19th from 6:30-8:00 PM What: Free Consumer Wine Tasting and Educational Seminar … Continue reading

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Barlow in Bordeaux Part 2

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I have completed my Part 2 in the Barlow in Bordeaux series.  As you all know, I had to cancel the 101 classes recently.  I am available to do these classes at private locations if any of … Continue reading

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Caymus/Wagner Tasting at Oak Ridge North

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I have a rare delight available to my blog subscribers!  I have the representative of Caymus (YEAH THAT CAYMUS!) wines in the area and she wants to pour and talk about her wines with you all!  … Continue reading

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101 Wine Classes are cancelled!

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I am ,unfortunately, going to have to cancel the 101 wine classes at the Spec’s Oak Ridge North location due to unforeseen circumstances.  I apologize for any scheduling issues this may cause.  Hopefully, I will be able … Continue reading

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‘Barlow in Bordeaux’ Part 1. Bear Dalton

BEAR DALTON “A person couldn’t recreate this trip with a million dollars.” I just quoted a person that was on this trip with me.  He stole it from another person that had previously been on the same trip that we were … Continue reading

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Back in town with a new role!

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I am back in Houston after spending the past two weeks traveling through Bordeaux trying the new 2015’s at the best chateaus to test the quality level of the vintage.  I am extremely excited to report … Continue reading

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JAMES BARLOW’S ‘STEALS OF THE MONTH’ FOR MARCH 2016

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, Happy St. Patrick’s Day!  I hope everyone saved some room for wine to go with your pints and whiskeys today!  Here are three little jewels that are sure to be stellar daily drinkers for you. Honoro … Continue reading

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JAMES BARLOW’S ‘THE THIRTEEN’ PICKS OF MARCH 2016

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, The next couple of months will be a very exciting time for me!  I am taking a trip to Bordeaux for ‘En Primeur’ at the end of the month and April will most likely see the … Continue reading

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WINE 101 CLASSES UPDATE

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I have firmed up the dates of the 101 classes.  Please email me @ jamesbarlow25@hotmail.com to RSVP.  Please specify which class (or all) that you would like to attend.  I have 40 seats available per class.  … Continue reading

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