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Author: Chrissa Chase

Domaine D’Orfeuilles Touraine Brut Rose, Loire Valley NV

I love a handcrafted sparkling rose for $16, it screams weekend picnic.  Especially when it kicks you in the face…
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Posted on: October 29, 2015 Last updated on: October 29, 2015 Written by: Chrissa Chase

2014 Chehalem “INOX” Chardonnay, WVA

All this ridiculous summer weather in November has got me thinking about Mission Beach.  I think it’s time to grab…
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Posted on: October 29, 2015 Last updated on: October 29, 2015 Written by: Chrissa Chase

Cantina Terlan Alton Adige Pinot Grigio DOC

Did you spend a week at work this afternoon?  The good news it’s Wine Wednesday. There is a daunting number…
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Posted on: October 29, 2015 Last updated on: October 29, 2015 Written by: Chrissa Chase

2010 Scott Paul “La Paulee” Pinot Noir WVA, Biodynamic Demeter Certified

There is pretty Pinot, but this little lady is drop dead gorgeous. Perfumed of violets (characteristic of Maresh Vineyard’s Willakenzie…
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Posted on: October 29, 2015 Last updated on: October 29, 2015 Written by: Chrissa Chase

Montinore Estate “Borealis”   WVA

   When you visit Montinore at harvest, the winery is filled with the gorgeous scent of freshly cut white flowers…
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Posted on: October 29, 2015 Last updated on: October 29, 2015 Written by: Chrissa Chase

2011 Les Faverelles Bourgogne Vezelay “Les nez de Muse” Organic/Biodynamic 12% No Oak

   You have to love a wine named after a vineyard dog.  They swear she knows exactly when the grapes…
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Posted on: March 28, 2015 Last updated on: March 28, 2015 Written by: Chrissa Chase

2010 Argyle Brut, Willamette Valley, Oregon

Behold the most beautifully made sparkler under $25 US and my “In the Mood” selection for everyday celebrations that never…
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Posted on: March 28, 2015 Last updated on: March 28, 2015 Written by: Chrissa Chase

I’m returning to PDX.

First trip to PDX of the new year.  I’m so excited and very hungry for seafood.    Razor clams and…
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Posted on: March 28, 2015 Last updated on: March 28, 2015 Written by: Chrissa Chase

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