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Herman Syrah is the “story” of tall tales, Wrangler Jeans, and bold wines crafted by [...]

09
Feb
In case you missed it.  The Highly Rated Paul Lato’s “Rhône” releases are here – VERY LIMITED

The much-anticipated releases of Paul Lato’s Rhône releases (Syrah & Grenache) have arrived, and they [...]

26
Oct
A wine to take the road – NO need to pay for expensive  gas…

Herman Story is the “story” of tall tales, Wrangler Jeans, and bold wines crafted by [...]

01
Jul
LAST CALL 4   this  Bordeaux Blend at a Bargain $

Vailia From owner/winemaker, might be the wife of Russell From the owner/winemaker of Herman Story, [...]

25
Jun
Sans Liege
A MUST HAVE  Cali Grenache, Very limited…

Owner and Winemaker Curt Schalchlin has been producing high-quality Rhone blends at a very respectable [...]

04
Jun
The Nuts & Bolts to make a good wine…

For many, Nuts & Bolts functions as the Herman Story Gateway Drug. Each vintage delivers [...]

13
May
A 150 Cases production White for RED wine lovers!

Herman Syrah is the “story” of tall tales, Wrangler Jeans, and bold wines crafted by [...]

23
Apr
95 Point under $50 Red Gem

  Giovanni Grandinetti worked his way up the wine ladder, learning the wine trade literally [...]

11
Mar
A Gold Rush Era Wine at Gold Rush Prices

  James Skinner grew up in Scotland and became an engineer. In 1842 he brought [...]

29
Dec
98 Point Paul Lato “Rhône” Selections JUST ARRIVED. They are stunning, but VERY LIMITED!
September 21, 2021

  The much-anticipated releases of Paul Lato’s Rhône releases (Syrah & Grenache) have finally arrived, and [...]

Grand-Cru from one of California’s Best Single Vineyard Sites!
September 18, 2019

“Site” is a new venture from  Jeremy Weintraub (longtime Seavey winemaker).  He sources from the [...]

Former Spottswoode Winemaker’s Expressive Grenache that will wow you!
July 5, 2019

Winemaker/owner Rosemary Cakebread has earned her stripes after 30 years in the Napa Valley (Spottswoode, [...]

Musings On Grenache
October 21, 2018

Musings on Grenache Contributed by David Morrison The Wine Gourd I have always thought that [...]

4 Barrel, 95 Point Red Gem
February 8, 2018

Giovanni Grandinetti worked his way up the wine ladder, learning the wine trade literally from [...]

And here comes the “Gedi” with FREE SHIPPING
December 16, 2017

  Owner and Winemaker Curt Schalchlin has been producing high quality Rhone varietals for years [...]

The Evolution of Rhone Varietals in California
August 4, 2016

Many new winemakers in California are choosing to work with the Rhone varieties instead of [...]

Tiny producer wins blind tasting
January 11, 2016

Our Tasting Group lined up an amazing lineup of hard-to-find Grenaches: Carlisle (Rossi) 93 WS [...]

A 94 Point wine to take on the road!
December 15, 2015

Herman Story is the “story” of tall tales, Wrangler Jeans, and bold wines crafted by Russell [...]

Last Call for this Winning Grenache
December 12, 2015

Two brothers (John & Steve Dragonette) teamed up with their good buddy Brandon Sparks-Gillis to [...]

95 Points – 175 case Grenache Surprise
November 23, 2015

Matthias Pippig is not your everyday mainstream winemaker. He’s an “artist” in the true sense [...]

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