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Stay Rad Wine Blog TV Episode 99: Gris is the Word

May 21, 2013

In this episode, Jeff talks about the difference between Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio, as well as a little news about this here little blog…

Wine Tasted:

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A to Z 2010 Oregon Pinot Gris

Here’s a few links for ya…

1. Click HERE to vote for your favorite wine blogs.

2. Click HERE to learn more about how to win what’s in that Silver Oak bag.

Stay Rad,

Jeff

Which do you like more… Pinot Gris or Pinot Grigio?  Leave a comment, and let us know what you think.

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Another Stay Rad Free Stuff Giveaway… or… What’s in that Silver Oak Bag?

May 19, 2013

For those of you who haven’t been keeping track, the last post on this blog was episode number 98 of Stay Rad Wine Blog TV.

Ninety-Freaking-Eight!

I’ve been racking my brain for something special to do for episode number 100 (which should be up in about a week) for a while now.  I’ve had some ideas, but nothing really stuck until just recently…

Remember when Kara and I visited Silver Oak Napa Valley last month?

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A place that some folks know for making killer Cabernet, like this one…

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As well as a place that some folks know for having this killer water tower on its labels…

Well…

At the end of our visit, Erin (our amazing host), left us with a bag full of Silver Oak schwag to give away to readers like YOU…

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Here’s the bag!

What’s in that Silver Oak bag?

Well…

Let’s take a look…

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Two Silver Oak 2013 Calendars!

These Silver Oak calendars are packed full of some amazing pictures that were taken when they took a miniature model of their water tower on tour.

Do you want to see the tower next to the Golden Gate Bridge?

Have you ever wanted to look at the tower next to the Seattle Space Needle?

Are you wondering what the tower would look like next to the Statue of Liberty?

You’re going to want to check out this calendar.

Lucky you… I’m giving both of these calendars away!

To be eligible to win one of these Silver Oak calendars, just do one (or all) of the following things:

1. “Like” the Stay Rad Wine Blog Facebook page.  You can do this from the homepage of StayRadWineBlog.com.  Next, go to the Stay Rad Facebook page and leave a comment, telling me what your favorite post or episode on Stay Rad is.  You can reach the Facebook page here.

2. Follow @JeffIsRad on Twitter.  You can do this from the homepage of StayRadWineBlog.com.  Tweet me @JeffIsRad, telling me what your favorite post or episode on Stay Rad is.

3. Leave a comment below this post, including a link to your favorite post or episode on Stay Rad.

4. Leave a comment below this post, telling me what you want to see on the 100th episode of Stay Rad Wine Blog TV.

I will pick two winners on episode 100 of Stay Rad Wine Blog TV.

To guarantee your entry into the giveaway, please make sure to get your comments in by the end of the day on Friday, May 24th.

Good luck, y’all.

Stay Rad,

Jeff

Stay Rad Wine Blog TV Episode 98: Pairing Wine with a Big Bag O’ Grease

May 17, 2013

In this episode, Jeff picks the perfect wine to go with a greasy cheeseburger…

Wine Tasted:

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Stepping Stone 2011 North Coast Red Rocks

After the Fact:

Jeff was WAY off.  This wine saw NO OAK… Just 5 months in a stainless steel tank.

Stay Rad,

Jeff

Have you had any of the Stepping Stone Rocks wines?  What’s your cheeseburger and wine pairing?  Leave a comment and let us know.

Stay Rad Wine Blog TV Episode 97: Layer Cake on a #ThirstyThursday

May 16, 2013

In this episode, Jeff finally tries the Layer Cake Shiraz…

Wine Tasted:

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Layer Cake 2011 Shriaz

Stay Rad,

Jeff

Have you ever had any of the Layer Cake wines?  Leave a comment, and let us know what you think.

Stay Rad Wine Blog TV Episode 96: Happy #AlbarinoDay

May 9, 2013

In this episode, Jeff tries two fantastic Albarinos from the Rias Baixas region of Spain for #AlbarinoDay…

Wine Tasted:

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Mar de Frades 2011 Albarino and Pazo Torrado 2011 Albarino

Check out the article that Jeff wrote for the Albarino Explorers Club here.

Stay Rad,

Jeff

What’s your favorite Albarino?  Leave a comment, and tell us about it.

Stay Rad Wine Blog TV Episode 95: Trader Jooooooohhhh Noooo!!!!!

April 18, 2013

In this episode, Jeff tries another Trader Joe’s Reserve.  He’s had good luck in the past.  What’s the worst that could happen?

Wine Tasted:

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Trader Joe’s Reserve 2010 Mendocino County Cabernet Sauvignon

Stay Rad,

Jeff

In Honor

April 16, 2013

I’m in a mood.

I’ve been in a mood since yesterday.

As a runner, and as a human, learning of the bombing at the Boston Marathon yesterday really hit me hard.

Here’s what I did today to help me feel just a little bit better.

First, I went to RedCross.org and made a donation of $26.20 to their Disaster Relief Fund.

Then, after work I went for a run.

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You can tell from the Golden Poppies that I am in California, but my heart is in Boston.

My 26.2 is for you.

Stay Rad,

Jeff

Please donate $26.20 to the Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund.

Stay Rad Wine Blog TV Episode 94: Don’t let hot dogs and Barbera scare ya’.

April 13, 2013

In this episode, Jeff uncovers what could be the best wine pairing for a hot dog…

Wine Tasted:

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Damilano 2009 Barbera d’Asti

Food Tasted:

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All Beef Hot Dog with Lagunitas Maximus IPA Braised Onions and Peppers

After the Fact:

I was so exited about the wine and food, I forgot to score the wine on video.  Give it a 90+.

Stay Rad,

Jeff

What is your go-to wine and hot dog pairing?  What is your favorite food to pair with Barbera d’Asti?  Leave a comment, and let us know.

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Stay Rad Wine Blog TV Episode 93

April 11, 2013

In this episode, Jeff does another blind tasting…

Wine Tasted:

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C’mon foo! You know this is a blind tasting. If you really want to see what it is, watch the video, or scroll down.

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Domaine La Milliere 2009 Vin de Pays de Vaucluse

After the Facts:

1. This wine was a GV Special.

2. This wine is available for $15 on various online retailers.

3. Vaucluse is in the Southern Rhone of France.

4. This Vin de Pays is not made of a typical Rhone grape.  It’s Merlot!

Stay Rad,

Jeff

What is your go-to value region for old world wines?  Leave a comment and let us know.

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Stay Rad Wine Blog TV Episode 92: Monkeying Around With My Dog

April 5, 2013

In this episode, Jeff and Angel taste another Colorado wine from The Infinite Monkey Theorem

Wine Tasted:

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The Infinite Monkey Theorem 2012 Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon

After the Fact:

Check out Jeff’s review of The Infinite Monkey Theorem 2011 Cabernet Franc here.

Stay Rad,

Jeff