SuziWow I haven't signed on here in a long time. Life's kept me busy!
November 4, 2011
jordanofVA: Hey: Great to hear you made it out here. Next time you are going to be at Tarara let me know in advance so I can some and say hi. We could also do some barrel tastings or try some different wines. I am glad you enjoyed the wines. I only wish there wa... moreHey: Great to hear you made it out here. Next time you are going to be at Tarara let me know in advance so I can some and say hi. We could also do some barrel tastings or try some different wines. I am glad you enjoyed the wines. I only wish there was more Syrah, well, maybe soon. We decided to leave the 2008 eight in barrel for a long time, trying to take the Guigal LA LA wines as a benchmark and looking at about 36 months in oak. The 2009 is going into barrel today and we will likely have two levels, one like the one you tried and one with the extra time in barrel. Very exciting. I hope all is going well with you. less
November 20, 2009
Suzi → jordanofVA: Hey! How are you? I finally made it to Tarara this past weekend. It's so pretty and I can't wait to come back. I brought a well known wine blogger (who's a friend) with me and we both loved the wines, esp the Syrah. I hope you're doing well and having a g... moreHey! How are you? I finally made it to Tarara this past weekend. It's so pretty and I can't wait to come back. I brought a well known wine blogger (who's a friend) with me and we both loved the wines, esp the Syrah. I hope you're doing well and having a good week so far.
November 9, 2009
Suzi → liz22BE: Hey Elizabeth! Thanks for the friend add. Hope you're having a good week!
August 12, 2009
Suzi → jordanofVA: Sounds busy but great! My summer's been good for the most part. Got out of here for a little bit to see the fam and I move into a new apartment this weekend. I hope to get to the vineyard to see you and taste some more wines soon. I'll let you know! Hope ... moreSounds busy but great! My summer's been good for the most part. Got out of here for a little bit to see the fam and I move into a new apartment this weekend. I hope to get to the vineyard to see you and taste some more wines soon. I'll let you know! Hope you're having a good morning!
August 12, 2009
jordanofVA: Hi Suzi: Summer has been great. We are just rampming up now and bottling a bunch of the wines this week to get ready for our harvest. You should come out. we would love to have you come by some time. I am glad you are enjoying the wines. How has your... moreHi Suzi: Summer has been great. We are just rampming up now and bottling a bunch of the wines this week to get ready for our harvest. You should come out. we would love to have you come by some time. I am glad you are enjoying the wines. How has your summer been?
Suzi → Riggers: Hey Peter! Thanks for the add. How are things over in Margaret River? I'd be interested in reading your newsletter. Hope you're having a good week! Cheers!
July 2, 2009
UCBeau: Hey :-) I'm enjoying my night, watching Scrubs reruns on WGN..Thrilling life right? Hmm new wines..well I had the Howell Mountain Zin earlier in the week. I had a Lorca Pinot Noir the other day that was amazing too, very Californian but still delicious... moreHey :-) I'm enjoying my night, watching Scrubs reruns on WGN..Thrilling life right? Hmm new wines..well I had the Howell Mountain Zin earlier in the week. I had a Lorca Pinot Noir the other day that was amazing too, very Californian but still delicious. Those two are the first I thought of, been staying away from Cab and Syrah for a little bit, but that'll be this weekend's libations, especially with BBQ and steak on the menu :-)
To answer your question, I do get two days off, it's every Thursday/Friday. Other than that, I'm usually at work, or asleep. It's not all gloom and doom though, my job is pretty fun. I work for Trader Joe's, out here in San Diego. If you've ever shopped at one of our stores, and you see someone in a Hawaiian shirt running around, that's what I do too. I supervise stuff. One of my responsibilities is the wine ordering for the store I work at, in addition to the merchandising, customer/crewmember education, stuff like that.
So you've got a PR agency following you on Twit... less
July 1, 2009
Suzi → UCBeau: Hey Beau! I hope you're enjoying your night. So tell me what are the new wines you've had?? Your weekend has started? So are you off today and tomorrow? I wish I could get two days off in a row but it doesn't happen often. I too am working on the 4th but ... moreHey Beau! I hope you're enjoying your night. So tell me what are the new wines you've had?? Your weekend has started? So are you off today and tomorrow? I wish I could get two days off in a row but it doesn't happen often. I too am working on the 4th but will make it out in time for fireworks.
The most noteable, yummy wine I've had lately is the 06 Domaine Drouhin Pinot Noir. Wow, is all I can say to that wine. It was a gift and I can only hope I get another bottle. It was delicious!
You said it perfect! Life is all about following your passion! I'd love to wite about wine and plan to start blogging. PR is always an option as well. I have a PR agency in San Fran. following me on Twitter. Not something that ever really occurred to me and I'm just ready to see where this road takes me. :)
How's the Rose? I can't get into those. Would you recommend the one you are drinking? How'd the flatbread turn out? I am so impressed with how much you cook! I am sure you hear that alot.
UCBeau: Hey Suzi what's up? Long weekend? I wish! I only get two days off a week, Thursday/Friday. On those days I just caught up on errands and did some wine tasting. Nothing of great note, just some random stuff that needed to be tasted. A few French, Spanis... moreHey Suzi what's up? Long weekend? I wish! I only get two days off a week, Thursday/Friday. On those days I just caught up on errands and did some wine tasting. Nothing of great note, just some random stuff that needed to be tasted. A few French, Spanish, and California wines. I tried cooking up a few new dishes, a pesto encrusted/reggiano stuffed burger, and a spicy couscous stuffed tilapia. They turned out pretty well, a few tweaks are needed but I suspect they'll be good summer type dishes to make for my friends. Another phase for the pup huh? I remember those days fondly, definitely need to get another dog soon :)
So what would you like to know? Through the family biz I caught the "bug" for wine and figured I should get a few certifications, which led to the Sommelier classes. They were interesting, I learned a ton about wine, from very specific things to broader concepts about the nature of what we love about wine. I guess in a way it was a fun personal journey..not to get all sappy on you. ... less
June 28, 2009
Suzi → UCBeau: Hey! How are you? How was your day? Yes, I was having a great time this afternoon not only meeting Jeff Gordon, from the Gordon Brother's Winey but also the winemaker for Red Knot and Shingleback from Australia. I tasted some truly delicious wines and mad... moreHey! How are you? How was your day? Yes, I was having a great time this afternoon not only meeting Jeff Gordon, from the Gordon Brother's Winey but also the winemaker for Red Knot and Shingleback from Australia. I tasted some truly delicious wines and made some new friends. I need to go to Australia. Brought home a signed bottle of the Shingleback Cab and might have to go back and get the shiraz tomorrow. I love learning from the winemakers and hearing about the different growing seasons. And yes I'm a dork when it comes to wine. I just love to learn.
Sonoma sounds great and I totally agree with you abotu Paso Robles. There are so many hidden gems out there and I'm jealous you are close to them!
How awesome that your dad is in the business and I take it that's where you learned about wine? I've heard the Santa Rita reserve is good and will have to try that myself. I was enjoying the Tilia malbec. Cook anything fun tonight?
I bet you have great wine bars out there and I loved going to those... less
June 23, 2009
Suzi → jordanofVA: Hey Jordan! How are you? How's your summer going? I've been meaning to get out there and hope to soon. Loving the wines. Opened the Meritage this past weekend. Hope you're having a good summer!
August 11, 2009
Suzi → bfantasma: Hey Danny. Thanks for the add! Cheers!
June 23, 2009
Suzi → bridgehorse: Hey! Thanks for the add. Do you prefer Daniel or Dan? Hope you're have a good week. Cheers!
June 23, 2009
Len: Hi Suzi! Thanks for adding me as a friend. I love trying new wines, especially form other countries.
June 22, 2009
jbird231: Hi Suzie. Thank-you for the friend add. That Aussie blend you were drinking last night sounds really interesting. Have a great week. Salud!
June 22, 2009
UCBeau: Excellent, thank you for the link, I'll check it out. I get pretty giddy when I try new wines, there's just something about experiencing a new taste or flavor, and you know someone's really put all their efforts into making it. If that '06 is great I'll d... moreExcellent, thank you for the link, I'll check it out. I get pretty giddy when I try new wines, there's just something about experiencing a new taste or flavor, and you know someone's really put all their efforts into making it. If that '06 is great I'll definitely hit you up for some. If the winery still has the 2005 I might just order some and see what the fuss is about ;-) True VA is a bit limited in terms of shipping...but...it also depends on who you know..I have a hookup from a retailer I used to work for so I can always help if need be. UPS/FedEx, whichever. Sounds like you want to visit, so I say do it! Cruise out here, see what we have..Eat, drink, discover some new places..Wine sure does seem to make life better :-)
It was amazing to be back in NYC, made me miss it so much more! The energy, the people, the complexity, everything fascinates me about that city. Walking around downtown Manhattan is an experience that is uniquely American yet a mix of so much of the rest of the world. Seeing n... less
June 21, 2009
Suzi → jbird231: Hey Jay. Thanks for the add. Hope you had a great weekend. Cheers!
June 21, 2009
Suzi → UCBeau: The 05 vintages are all around great everywhere! From what I've been told, the 06 Tannat will be just as good. The seasons have been great out here as far as Cab Franc, meritages and Voigner go. Chateau O'Brien is the vineyard I've been talking about. I l... moreThe 05 vintages are all around great everywhere! From what I've been told, the 06 Tannat will be just as good. The seasons have been great out here as far as Cab Franc, meritages and Voigner go. Chateau O'Brien is the vineyard I've been talking about. I love the owners! They are becoming good friends! www.chateauobrien.com
Buddy's Red is a great one to try. As soon as the 06 Tannat comes out I'll let you know how it is and I can always send the wine to you too. I hear you on old world style although I love California Cabs. Fife is delicious! You have so many you can enjoy out there that don't ship this far unless I'm in a wine club. There is always a reason to come West. I want to tour the vineyards so badly as well as enjoy some of the delicious cuisine. How did it feel to be back in NYC? less
June 21, 2009
UCBeau: How were the 2005/2006 vintages in VA? What's the name of the place you are loving so much? If they ship to California I'd me interested in ordering some. The Uruguayan Tannats I've had have been bold, Tannic, and dark wines..Perfect for a juicy cut of st... moreHow were the 2005/2006 vintages in VA? What's the name of the place you are loving so much? If they ship to California I'd me interested in ordering some. The Uruguayan Tannats I've had have been bold, Tannic, and dark wines..Perfect for a juicy cut of steak or some other savory type dish. Lately I've been drinking a lot of Lorca Pinot Noir 2006 and Fife Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2004..I took a break from Italy & Spain to have some local stuff and reconnect with this state's wines. That being said, I do miss Old World wines and plan to jump back in pretty soon. Have you found any reasons to come out here? You know there's a lot of delicious wines to try..and some fun foods! :-) less
June 21, 2009
Suzi → UCBeau: I too have created some random dishes that turned out to be great. Tannat is delicious if done right and I am fortunate to know the owners of a vineyard here in VA who opened the 05 Tannat for me and wow, I can't wait to have the 06! You are right, Tannat... moreI too have created some random dishes that turned out to be great. Tannat is delicious if done right and I am fortunate to know the owners of a vineyard here in VA who opened the 05 Tannat for me and wow, I can't wait to have the 06! You are right, Tannat grows great in Uruguay. What's been your favorite wine to drink these days? I am always looking for reasons to come West and yes I do get out that way as often as I can.
June 21, 2009
UCBeau: I agree, I've luckily found a few fun recipes through just screwing around in the kitchen. Cooking is fun, it relieves stress (if that can be believed) and makes people happy, what's not to like? Tannat! Wow, haven't had that in ages..Doesn't it also g... moreI agree, I've luckily found a few fun recipes through just screwing around in the kitchen. Cooking is fun, it relieves stress (if that can be believed) and makes people happy, what's not to like? Tannat! Wow, haven't had that in ages..Doesn't it also grow well in South America? Paraguay/Uruguay if I recall correctly. Out here I don't know if I have a favorite, I'm fortunate to have some family friends who own vineyards/wineries so they probably get my picks as faves. I've found lately that I really want to do a Paso Robles trip and see what's cooking in the central part of the state. Do you ever get out here to the West?
Suzi → UCBeau: Experimenting is how great recipes are discovered and yes mistakes are part of that. It's great you cook! You are lucky to have access to so many wonderful vineyards. I've been a member of the California Wine Club and that's helped me to taste many wines ... moreExperimenting is how great recipes are discovered and yes mistakes are part of that. It's great you cook! You are lucky to have access to so many wonderful vineyards. I've been a member of the California Wine Club and that's helped me to taste many wines from small vineyards. Absolutely I get to the vineyards here in VA. The newest ones are some of the best! Tannat, Cab Franc and Voigner grapes grow the best here in VA but I've had some other really interesting and delicious wines. I try to go as much as I can! Do you have a favorite out there? less
June 21, 2009
UCBeau: Sometimes those experiements fill the kitchen with smoke..or taste like burnt rubber wrapped in old banana peels..but sometimes they are amazing and your friends get to share something that's really fun and special. When I get another pup, I want a Wei... moreSometimes those experiements fill the kitchen with smoke..or taste like burnt rubber wrapped in old banana peels..but sometimes they are amazing and your friends get to share something that's really fun and special. When I get another pup, I want a Weimeramer (sp) really badly..I don't think I could get another Dalmation, the one I had was so amazing and fun that nothing could replace her..The other breed I'd thought about would be something fun like a Beagle. I think I could put up with the barking from them. The vineyards out here in Cali? I go as often as I can! Part of the fun of living out here is finding those new wineries/vineyards that aren't on the map yet, and meeting the people behind the concept. Granted, there are some stunning established places too, so I really can't complain..Do you get to the VA vineyards often? less
June 21, 2009
Suzi → UCBeau: I agree! It is one of lifes great pleasures and I miss cooking for friends! Cooking is all about experimenting and everything you've told me about sounds delicious. My friends are all out west and VA is not friendly although I'm not shy. I like the Branco... moreI agree! It is one of lifes great pleasures and I miss cooking for friends! Cooking is all about experimenting and everything you've told me about sounds delicious. My friends are all out west and VA is not friendly although I'm not shy. I like the Brancott for the money although Kim Crawford is a favorite. I also love the Villa Maria and Whitehaven Sav. Blanc. I will for sure let you know about the sancerre. I'm glad I found a way to get it! Baxter is my best friend for sure! We run and he talks up a storm for a dog. LOL. What kind of dog do you want once you get a house? Next marathon is in November pending I'm still here in VA. I love snow! Grew up skiing. Love the beach too. Do you ever get to the vineyards out there? less
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I just moved from Colorado and love the mountains. I'm a girl who lives to be outside and I just ran my 6th half marathon. I am a skier, snowmobiler, runner, I love to cook, drink wine, spend time with my family and friends and play with my dog! I love music and I am always reading something.
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