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      This article was originally written in 2014 and has been updated twice.  UPDATED: October 2, 2020 Please read this message from Castello di Amorosa owner, Dario Sattui, then, order…

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    Perhaps because I can not travel to Italy right now, (I was scheduled to travel to Venice in April)  all things Italian feel very precious to me.  I revel in…

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    Minimal Intervention Produces Exceptional Pinot Noir: Lenné Estate, Willamette Valley

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    “Organic and biodynamic are the way to go, especially for small farmers,” says Daniel Warnshuis, owner at Utopia Vineyards in Willamette Valley, Oregon. What makes Willamette Valley unique, aside from…

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Good morning everyone. I am off on another road tr Good morning everyone. I am off on another road trip adventure in the beautiful Texas Hill country. This time I am visiting Fall Creek Vineyards. It’s a pretty day, the sun is shining and so, that’s all for now. I’ll be back with more soon.

In my glass is the 2019 Savignon Blanc which I must say is one of the best I’ve tasted. I’m not a huge fan of Sauvignon Blanc but this one has more fruit forward notes some pear and a hint of stone fruit while maintaining great acidity. 

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Cooperatives often get a bad rap. But the truth is Cooperatives often get a bad rap. But the truth is they provide farmers with access to more opportunities not only to sell their fruit but to grow higher quality grapes. 

In Campania, a region known for cooperatives and not necessarily high quality wines, @vini_la_guardiense has broken the mold by hiring top talent to oversee every aspect of the winemaking process.

They have received multiple Tre Bicchieri awards, one of the most coveted Italian wine awards. 

This is a great story and i put a lot of emotion to writing it when i had a broken knuckle, pecking away with my fingers. 

Please have a read to learn more about the wines and wine maker Marco Giulioli. The article is on the site theVintner Project . 
Thank you!  @thevintnerproject 

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Ok I really did do something in the Hill Country a Ok I really did do something in the Hill Country aside from drinking wine. There’s plenty to do and a lot of nature to explore as well.

My latest article on @travelawaitsnow has some suggestions.

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Did you know that Humboldt County north of Mendoci Did you know that Humboldt County north of Mendocino is producing great wine? I had no idea. 

The fog , Pacific Ocean , Eel River and coastal redwood trees are all indicators of great terroir for Pinot Noir. 

I did a virtual tasting with @josephjewellwines on behalf of @grandreserverewards  a couple of months ago. Fantastic and an excellent value! 

These wines get more phenolic ripeness and balance from being able to hang longer in the vine due to the cooler climate, ie, fog! 

Finally, if you like buying wine gadgets and good wine with the Grand reserve card you earn points for every purchase no matter whose wine you buy. 

I will put the link in stories! Or read it in the blog! Cheers !🍷

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“But my darling, there is no such thing as the l “But my darling, there is no such thing as the light at the end of the tunnel. You must realize that you are the light. “

There was no attribution for this quote - But it seems perfect for me, for the day, and I maybe for you, too.

Often we who shine bright dim our light so others will not be uncomfortable;  so they can feel special.  I have done this all my life. And in doing so I forgot who I am. 

If there is one thing positive out of 2020, for me it’s recognizing my own light. 
I can help others more by letting my light shine bright. In this way I light the path for those who need it. 

Thank you for being here with me this year. Some I have gotten to know a bit better and it has been a real pleasure. I’m not sure what 2021 will bring but I will be sure to leave the light on so that I can see it when it shows up.

Feel free to leave a comment about what 2020 has been for you - good or otherwise.
 
Happy New Year! 

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“The way I see it, if you want the rainbow you g “The way I see it, if you want the rainbow you gotta put up with the rain.”
Dolly Parton 

I’ve taken a cue from Dolly this year. I will look at life with eyes of gratitude even in the midst of a pandemic. I will do what I can for others who have less. I will make the most of what I have at hand in this moment. 

What about you? Has anyone inspired you in 2020? Have you made any shifts in your perspective? 

I haven’t left Texas since March. An important European trip was cancelled. But, I’ve gotten to know my home state better and I’ve made some new connections that I plan to nourish in 2021. 

Happiness depends on being where you are! 
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#adventuresofacarryon #dallasites #texastodo #visitdallas  #downtowndallas #citystreets #cityscapes #architecture_hub #texashighways #texasstyle #visittexas #locallove #texasblogger #dallasblogger #dallasites101 #texashighways #texasstyle #visittexas #whiterocklakedallas #urbanoasis #inspiretexasnow
You’d be smiling too if you had a glass of what You’d be smiling too if you had a glass of what I had, Cremant from @emilebeyer1580 🥂 

have you tried a cremant 
Yet? It’s a sparkling wine made in the style of champagne but in this case of course, made with grapes from Alsace. This one is extra brut and I am guessing that it’s made from some Chardonnay and possibly some other local varietals, I’m hoping Valerie will comment.!

Emile Beyer has been a family wine makers Alsace for over 400 years. They’ve a nice tasting room in Equisheim. 

early on in the pandemic I wanted to share food and wine recipes from my friends a far that I was unable to visit. So if you go to my website you’ll find a delicious seafood recipe paired with more wines from Emile Beyer and other winemakers in Alsace. 

this year they were certified 100% biodynamic. This is some thing that’s near and dear to my heart and I love supporting these smaller wine makers that are doing their part for the planet.

what’s in your glass this Christmas? I think 2020 has been such a shit year we should drink as well as we can.! 

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Are you looking for nice parks with handicap acces Are you looking for nice parks with handicap access ? In Fredericksburg I found this gem of a park, the Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park. 

This is a part of the loop on the nature trail that is wheelchair accessible.

The rest of the loop is very easy but enjoyable and I highly recommend it if you’re traveling to the Hill Country near Fredericksburg Texas!
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