Author Archives: TheWineEpicure

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I always find hope in March.  The promise of spring is just around the corner.  People and things come buzzing to life with new, energetic attitudes.  Bright sunny days with temperatures that are just right seem … Continue reading →

Guest Post:  Modern Wines from Ancient Santorini   By  admin |  4 March, 2014 – 1:40 pm | A Sense of Place, Guest Blogger, The Old World Today we have a guest post from Houston-based Wine Educator James Barlow, CS, … Continue reading →

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I hope you all have enjoyed the slightly warmer weather in the past week.  I often find some of the best values in the world of wine to be in France.  The 2009 and 2010 vintages … Continue reading →

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I hope everyone is getting into the swing of the new year.  I typically find that January is a lost month for me because I am always trying to get all my ducks in a row … Continue reading →

THE WINERY FOR ‘CIMARRON’ IS VIGILANCE NOT CROSS SPRINGS! I APOLOGIZE FOR THE ERROR!   VIGILANCE ‘CIMARRON’ RED BLEND 2011 LAKE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA CASH PRICE $10.39   James C. Barlow

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I hope you all are enjoying my new website.  I will be hosting a educational class on the wines of Washington and Oregon at Crescent Moon Wine Bar on February 19th from 7-9 PM.  Food will … Continue reading →

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, Happy New Year! I would like to welcome you all to my new blog website, thewineepicure.com. It is roughly the same format as the YahooGroups version, but much easier to navigate and direct. Thank You to … Continue reading →

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen,   Happy Holidays to all of my wonderful readers and customers!  This month’s blog will focus on several uber geeky wines that will be perfect presents and stocking stuffers for Christmas. I will also give you some great value selections … Continue reading →

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen,     Thank you all for joining me this year on our journey through the wonderful world of wine.  I have tasted over a thousand wines this year and have narrowed my favorites down to thirteen.  … Continue reading →

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen,   The holiday season is in full swing!  This blog will focus on food friendly wines that are built to pair with your Thanksgiving Day meals.  These wines are a sure-fire hit and will make you … Continue reading →