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JAMES BARLOW’S ‘THE THIRTEEN’ PICKS OF AUGUST 2015

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I hope everyone is braving the dog days of summer with high spirits.  As you all know, I have been splitting time between the new Oak Ridge and the Rayford/Sawdust location so it has been harder … Continue reading

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JAMES BARLOW’S ‘STEALS OF THE MONTH’ AND A FREE ITALIAN WINE CONSUMER TASTING ON JULY 29TH

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I am extremely excited to be able to give you all an inside look of what all goes into choosing the wines that come into our portfolio.  Join me Wednesday, July 29th from 6:30-8:00 PM where we will be featuring Spec’s … Continue reading

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JAMES BARLOW’S ‘THE THIRTEEN’ PICKS OF JULY 2015

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, The dog days of summer have really just been an extension of the rainy May showers this year.  I almost welcome the heat if it gives us a reprieve from the rain!  I have been fielding … Continue reading

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JAMES BARLOW’S ‘STEALS OF THE MONTH’ FOR JUNE 2015

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I have some spectacular value wines for your perusal this month.  I had dinner with Ken Forrester several years ago in South Africa and am very pleased to be able to offer his quality wines at … Continue reading

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JAMES BARLOW’S ‘THE THIRTEEN’ PICKS OF JUNE 2015

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I hope everyone was able to brave the torrential rain that has pounded Texas this past month.  On the bright side, most of our lakes are finally back to normal after the long drought that Texas … Continue reading

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CONSUMER TASTING WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10TH WITH WINEMAKERS FROM MURPHY GOODE & EDMEADES

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I have a rare treat coming up Wednesday, June 10th from 6:30-8pm at the New Spec’s Oak Ridge North location.  I will have not one, but TWO California winemakers in house to sample and talk about … Continue reading

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JAMES BARLOW’S ‘STEALS OF THE MONTH’ FOR MAY 2015/ DIRECTIONS FOR TASTING

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I really love these picks for the month of May.  As the heat rises, my wine selections become fresh and vivacious.   I am excited to hear everyone’s feedback!  Also,  The Tasting at the New Spec’s Oak … Continue reading

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Consumer Wine Tasting at the New Spec’s Oak Ridge North next Thursday, May 21st.

This event is free for our valued customers.  Seating is limited and an RSVP is required.  The tasting will be Thursday, May 21st from 6:30-8:00pm.  Call me (281)-362-9131 or email me to reserve a seat.  See you next Thursday!   … Continue reading

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JAMES BARLOW’S ‘THE THIRTEEN’ PICKS OF MAY 2015

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, The heat and humidity are quickly descending upon us. As the temperature rises, my palate begins to gravitate towards lighter wines with higher acidity that will quench my core. Mind you, I still have plenty of … Continue reading

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JAMES BARLOW’S ‘THE THIRTEEN’ PICKS AND ‘STEALS OF THE MONTH’ COMBINED

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, Tax season is upon us and many are penny pinching to get through this trying time of the year.  Nothing pairs better with writing your friendly government representative a check than a nice glass of wine to … Continue reading

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