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Excellent Times in Tiburon, California

Posted on May 19, 2013 by

Well, at yesterday’s Tiburon Wine & Food Festival, wonderful times were had. Reconnected with a few peeps from the old days and, as anticipated, met several new ones. I haven’t crawled out from under my rock much of late because … Continue reading →

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On Demand and Discounts and Demanding Damned Discounts

Posted on January 26, 2013 by

In these exciting times, small businesses everywhere need your support, from the service industry to software, agriculture to acupuncture. A few words about discounts, if I may… Discounts are a part of any free market economy. In a perfectly competitive … Continue reading →

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Longer, Fresher and Easier on the Eyes. Ooh La La!

Posted on January 16, 2013 by

There’s been talk. Talk about the future, talk about the past…talk about tastings, talk about private labels, talk about export….and this (almost past) winter – talk about line spacing and cover design. So, folks, here’s a brand new re-do of … Continue reading →

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Simple Math – that Irreverent Wine Ebook Wine Country Tasting Room note:  I have a friend who manages a Napa Valley tasting room. I visited him once and was reminded of why we’re friends. I had to applaud his quiet … Continue reading →

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The eBook is Ready for Download

Posted on July 25, 2012 by

“Simple Math: Deconstructing How We Talk About Wine” – It’s now available for download! (Click marks the spot) Here’s a blurb: “Are you tired of being talked down to – and being encouraged to talk – about wine in such … Continue reading →

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News from the Press

Posted on April 11, 2012 by

It’s been a while since I said anything HERE but, mind you, I’ve been saying it elsewhere. Mostly tete a tete, in person or by phone, via email or via social media. Largely, much time has been spent with my … Continue reading →

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Beating the Bushes – A Practicum

Posted on January 3, 2012 by

A hallmark of being in the right place at the right time is the wisdom of carrying the right stick with which to scare up opportunity. If it’s a 14th Century Nordic cudgel (and you’re more softspoken than you’d like … Continue reading →

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A “Meet the Makers” Chat on ToutSuite

Posted on September 15, 2011 by

Excellent times on toutsuite.com The next show (just me doing an intensive interactive pinot tasting) will be on the same site on October 25th at 6 pm. You can chime in via telephone or Twitter. Just remember to sign up … Continue reading →

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Hello 2011, Looking Good

Posted on January 30, 2011 by

My friends and compatriots in the wine business report that consumer enthusiasm (and participation) have increased with the turn of a new year. It’s anyone’s guess how and why wine purchase trends fluctuate but, realistically, I perceive the following: holiday … Continue reading →

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Testimonials from Family Winemakers SF 2010

Posted on August 28, 2010 by

“My wife and I both agree. This is the best chardonnay of the whole festival this year. You’re gonna give David Ramey a run for the money.”
~ Paul Kronenberg, Organizer & Executive Director of Family Winmakers of California Continue reading →

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