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Announcing a unique wine club just for my friends!

Posted on February 22, 2016 by kortvb

One of the benefits of living in wine country and occasionally writing about wine is that I meet a lot of great people, some of whom own wineries or make wine. I also get to sample some unique wines at … Continue reading →

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National Geographic: No More Juice in The Camera

Posted on November 5, 2015 by kortvb

I was saddened to learn of layoffs this week at The National Geographic Society as Rupert Murdoch’s takeover went into effect. Although staffers had been promised that no changes in direction would take place, a number of the magazine’s most … Continue reading →

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Starmont: A “New” Carneros Winery Worth A Visit

Posted on August 2, 2015 by kortvb

Yesterday afternoon we visited Starmont, a “new” winery in the Carneros region of the Napa Valley that I predict will become an instant hit due to its combination of location, ambience, and delicious affordable wines. Although the building and property … Continue reading →

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My Secret Life As An Uber Driver

Posted on July 22, 2015 by kortvb

It’s time to confess: for the past six weeks I have been driving for Uber here in the Napa Valley. Up to this point only a handful of people have been in on this little secret, but it ‘s finally … Continue reading →

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Do You Deserve Good Service?

Posted on March 18, 2015 by kortvb

It is my belief that there are two kinds of people in the world: those that get good service when they travel, and those that don’t. I have often wondered why some people report getting great service at an establishment while … Continue reading →

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