Unlike "jumbo shrimp" or even "military intelligence", I can now
assert that "Texas wine" is not an oxymoron.

The previously announced visit to the Texas Hill Country took place
this past weekend, and I'm willing to confess astonishment and very
pleasant surprise at the offerings of Texas wines that I encountered.

I'd previously tasted some wines grown in the Denison region, which
despite the historical link to the Thomas Munson research that saved
Europe from Phylloxera, were not very good.

I started out in Fredericksburg (without benefit of local advice) at
the Fredericksburg winery in the heart of town. Lots of varietals
offered, with apparently knowledgable staff pointing out the alignment
from dry to sweet and mandating "no dry to be tasted after sweet..." I
started at the dry flight, since I don't particularly like sweet(ish)
wines. Alas, the cabernet sauvignon was a wine that would make Mogan
David Concord look good. Watery, pale, sweet. The Pinot Noir was a bit
better, sort of like a diluted Kendall-Jackson. There was a dry rose
of cabernet that was almost drinkable. Bad start.

Then was a visit to Torre di Pietra, about half-way between
Fredericksburg and Stonewall. This looked almost too contrived--stone,
Burgundy-style winery building, fields of vines arrayed behind, fire
in the fireplace, and tables arrayed for sipping and talking either
inside or out. Minor off-putting moment with a $5 charge for five
tastes, but them's the rules.

Very nice array of varietals. Cabernet, Malbec, Mourvedre, Gewurz,
Chard, Fume Blanc, etc. No Pinot, but that was reasonable. Some
unusual grapes such as Touriga Nacional, Carignan and Grenacha. Some
blends focussed on style, such as a five grape Spanish style they call
Parada. Also some very pleasant sippers--a red called "Red Flirt" and
a white called "Dirty Girl".

Good news. The wines were excellent, with the exception of the Gewurz
which somehow managed to capture the essence of gas-station restroom
disinfectant. But,other than that, I found the reds almost uniformly
impressive, particularly the Mourvedre. Came away with a
case--Mourvere, Parada and Touriga Nacional.

Next stop, the following day, was Becker. These folks had been
mentioned here as worth visiting. Good advice!!! Another attempt at
faux-Burgundy stone manor, warm and inviting. Broad range of varietals
and again no Pinot Noir--a wisdom that Fredericksburg Winery would be
wise to note.

A great cabernet sauvignon they call Iconoclast--at about $10 a
bottle, it is a real find! Surprisingly their whites really won my
favor. They were already sold out of their '05 Chard--which I'd
enjoyed the previous night at our small hotel for dinner (Rose Hill
Manor in Stonewall--of which more in another post). But, they still
had a Reserve Chard which reminded me a bit of Schug or Neyer in
style.

Then a delicate Chenin Blanc, clear, crisp, green apple and pear with
the cleanest finish I think I've ever experienced in a dry white. Also
a Viognier--maybe I'm becoming a convert.

Overall Becker showed me some really fine wines--products that
wouldn't be embarrassed in a blind tasting next to CA, OZ or Euro
offerings.

The Lagniappe:

Talking with the folks who run Rose Hill on our departure the next
morning about wines and wineries in the area, they offered me a bottle
of a wine produced by the winemaker at Grape Creek Vineyard (a stop
for next visit). This one was an '04 Cabernet/Syrah blend (74/26%)
labeled "Quivis". It indicates they are in Lubbock TX, but don't look
for them online (yet.)

The wine was deep, dark, more brown than red. Wonderful huge nose of
black cherries, deep spices and maybe a tinge of cedar. Huge mouthful
of fruit and spices with some of that toastiness from judicious use of
oak. Well balanced, very viscous, long legs, and extended finish. Just
released, but without any sense of immaturity. One of the best wines
I've had in a very long time! (If I were looking for comparison in my
recent encounters, I'd say Cakebread '01 Cab, or Monte Bello '92 as
the sort of wine this was.)


Ed Rasimus
Fighter Pilot (USAF-Ret)
"When Thunder Rolled"
www.thunderchief.org
www.thundertales.blogspot.com

On Feb 7, 9:31 am, Ed Rasimus > wrote:
> Unlike "jumbo shrimp" or even "military intelligence", I can now
> assert that "Texas wine" is not an oxymoron.
>
> The previously announced visit to the Texas Hill Country took place
> this past weekend, and I'm willing to confess astonishment and very
> pleasant surprise at the offerings of Texas wines that I encountered.
>
> I'd previously tasted some wines grown in the Denison region, which
> despite the historical link to the Thomas Munson research that saved
> Europe from Phylloxera, were not very good.
>
> I started out in Fredericksburg (without benefit of local advice) at
> the Fredericksburg winery in the heart of town. Lots of varietals
> offered, with apparently knowledgable staff pointing out the alignment
> from dry to sweet and mandating "no dry to be tasted after sweet..." I
> started at the dry flight, since I don't particularly like sweet(ish)
> wines. Alas, the cabernet sauvignon was a wine that would make Mogan
> David Concord look good. Watery, pale, sweet. The Pinot Noir was a bit
> better, sort of like a diluted Kendall-Jackson. There was a dry rose
> of cabernet that was almost drinkable. Bad start.
>
> Then was a visit to Torre di Pietra, about half-way between
> Fredericksburg and Stonewall. This looked almost too contrived--stone,
> Burgundy-style winery building, fields of vines arrayed behind, fire
> in the fireplace, and tables arrayed for sipping and talking either
> inside or out. Minor off-putting moment with a $5 charge for five
> tastes, but them's the rules.
>
> Very nice array of varietals. Cabernet, Malbec, Mourvedre, Gewurz,
> Chard, Fume Blanc, etc. No Pinot, but that was reasonable. Some
> unusual grapes such as Touriga Nacional, Carignan and Grenacha. Some
> blends focussed on style, such as a five grape Spanish style they call
> Parada. Also some very pleasant sippers--a red called "Red Flirt" and
> a white called "Dirty Girl".
>
> Good news. The wines were excellent, with the exception of the Gewurz
> which somehow managed to capture the essence of gas-station restroom
> disinfectant. But,other than that, I found the reds almost uniformly
> impressive, particularly the Mourvedre. Came away with a
> case--Mourvere, Parada and Touriga Nacional.
>
> Next stop, the following day, was Becker. These folks had been
> mentioned here as worth visiting. Good advice!!! Another attempt at
> faux-Burgundy stone manor, warm and inviting. Broad range of varietals
> and again no Pinot Noir--a wisdom that Fredericksburg Winery would be
> wise to note.
>
> A great cabernet sauvignon they call Iconoclast--at about $10 a
> bottle, it is a real find! Surprisingly their whites really won my
> favor. They were already sold out of their '05 Chard--which I'd
> enjoyed the previous night at our small hotel for dinner (Rose Hill
> Manor in Stonewall--of which more in another post). But, they still
> had a Reserve Chard which reminded me a bit of Schug or Neyer in
> style.
>
> Then a delicate Chenin Blanc, clear, crisp, green apple and pear with
> the cleanest finish I think I've ever experienced in a dry white. Also
> a Viognier--maybe I'm becoming a convert.
>
> Overall Becker showed me some really fine wines--products that
> wouldn't be embarrassed in a blind tasting next to CA, OZ or Euro
> offerings.
>
> The Lagniappe:
>
> Talking with the folks who run Rose Hill on our departure the next
> morning about wines and wineries in the area, they offered me a bottle
> of a wine produced by the winemaker at Grape Creek Vineyard (a stop
> for next visit). This one was an '04 Cabernet/Syrah blend (74/26%)
> labeled "Quivis". It indicates they are in Lubbock TX, but don't look
> for them online (yet.)
>
> The wine was deep, dark, more brown than red. Wonderful huge nose of
> black cherries, deep spices and maybe a tinge of cedar. Huge mouthful
> of fruit and spices with some of that toastiness from judicious use of
> oak. Well balanced, very viscous, long legs, and extended finish. Just
> released, but without any sense of immaturity. One of the best wines
> I've had in a very long time! (If I were looking for comparison in my
> recent encounters, I'd say Cakebread '01 Cab, or Monte Bello '92 as
> the sort of wine this was.)
>
> Ed Rasimus
> Fighter Pilot (USAF-Ret)
> "When Thunder Rolled"
> www.thunderchief.org
> www.thundertales.blogspot.com

Very nice notes, thanks!

falon

What about that famous Georgia wine "Macon Village"?

Fred.

Ed,
Thanks for the report. I'll be in the Texas Hill Country early this April
and look forward to trying some of the wines you reported on.
Any restaurants or places to eat that you would recommend.
Cheers,
Rick



"Ed Rasimus" > wrote in message
...
> Unlike "jumbo shrimp" or even "military intelligence", I can now
> assert that "Texas wine" is not an oxymoron.
>
> The previously announced visit to the Texas Hill Country took place
> this past weekend, and I'm willing to confess astonishment and very
> pleasant surprise at the offerings of Texas wines that I encountered.
>
> I'd previously tasted some wines grown in the Denison region, which
> despite the historical link to the Thomas Munson research that saved
> Europe from Phylloxera, were not very good.
>
> I started out in Fredericksburg (without benefit of local advice) at
> the Fredericksburg winery in the heart of town. Lots of varietals
> offered, with apparently knowledgable staff pointing out the alignment
> from dry to sweet and mandating "no dry to be tasted after sweet..." I
> started at the dry flight, since I don't particularly like sweet(ish)
> wines. Alas, the cabernet sauvignon was a wine that would make Mogan
> David Concord look good. Watery, pale, sweet. The Pinot Noir was a bit
> better, sort of like a diluted Kendall-Jackson. There was a dry rose
> of cabernet that was almost drinkable. Bad start.
>
> Then was a visit to Torre di Pietra, about half-way between
> Fredericksburg and Stonewall. This looked almost too contrived--stone,
> Burgundy-style winery building, fields of vines arrayed behind, fire
> in the fireplace, and tables arrayed for sipping and talking either
> inside or out. Minor off-putting moment with a $5 charge for five
> tastes, but them's the rules.
>
> Very nice array of varietals. Cabernet, Malbec, Mourvedre, Gewurz,
> Chard, Fume Blanc, etc. No Pinot, but that was reasonable. Some
> unusual grapes such as Touriga Nacional, Carignan and Grenacha. Some
> blends focussed on style, such as a five grape Spanish style they call
> Parada. Also some very pleasant sippers--a red called "Red Flirt" and
> a white called "Dirty Girl".
>
> Good news. The wines were excellent, with the exception of the Gewurz
> which somehow managed to capture the essence of gas-station restroom
> disinfectant. But,other than that, I found the reds almost uniformly
> impressive, particularly the Mourvedre. Came away with a
> case--Mourvere, Parada and Touriga Nacional.
>
> Next stop, the following day, was Becker. These folks had been
> mentioned here as worth visiting. Good advice!!! Another attempt at
> faux-Burgundy stone manor, warm and inviting. Broad range of varietals
> and again no Pinot Noir--a wisdom that Fredericksburg Winery would be
> wise to note.
>
> A great cabernet sauvignon they call Iconoclast--at about $10 a
> bottle, it is a real find! Surprisingly their whites really won my
> favor. They were already sold out of their '05 Chard--which I'd
> enjoyed the previous night at our small hotel for dinner (Rose Hill
> Manor in Stonewall--of which more in another post). But, they still
> had a Reserve Chard which reminded me a bit of Schug or Neyer in
> style.
>
> Then a delicate Chenin Blanc, clear, crisp, green apple and pear with
> the cleanest finish I think I've ever experienced in a dry white. Also
> a Viognier--maybe I'm becoming a convert.
>
> Overall Becker showed me some really fine wines--products that
> wouldn't be embarrassed in a blind tasting next to CA, OZ or Euro
> offerings.
>
> The Lagniappe:
>
> Talking with the folks who run Rose Hill on our departure the next
> morning about wines and wineries in the area, they offered me a bottle
> of a wine produced by the winemaker at Grape Creek Vineyard (a stop
> for next visit). This one was an '04 Cabernet/Syrah blend (74/26%)
> labeled "Quivis". It indicates they are in Lubbock TX, but don't look
> for them online (yet.)
>
> The wine was deep, dark, more brown than red. Wonderful huge nose of
> black cherries, deep spices and maybe a tinge of cedar. Huge mouthful
> of fruit and spices with some of that toastiness from judicious use of
> oak. Well balanced, very viscous, long legs, and extended finish. Just
> released, but without any sense of immaturity. One of the best wines
> I've had in a very long time! (If I were looking for comparison in my
> recent encounters, I'd say Cakebread '01 Cab, or Monte Bello '92 as
> the sort of wine this was.)
>
>
> Ed Rasimus
> Fighter Pilot (USAF-Ret)
> "When Thunder Rolled"
> www.thunderchief.org
> www.thundertales.blogspot.com

In article >,
says...
>
>Unlike "jumbo shrimp" or even "military intelligence", I can now
>assert that "Texas wine" is not an oxymoron.
[SNIP some very nice, and entertaining insights]
>
>Ed Rasimus
>Fighter Pilot (USAF-Ret)
>"When Thunder Rolled"
> www.thunderchief.org
> www.thundertales.blogspot.com

Ed,

Thanks for the report. My experience with TX wines is limited, but the ones,
that I had the opportunity to try, were a big surprise and very nice. Also,
thanks for the humor (humour for our friends across the Pond) in the post, I
got a few good laughs, as well as info. Keep the reports coming.

Hunt

On Feb 7, 10:31�am, Ed Rasimus > wrote:
> Unlike "jumbo shrimp" or even "military intelligence", I can now
> assert that "Texas wine" is not an oxymoron.
>
> The previously announced visit to the Texas Hill Country took place
> this past weekend, and I'm willing to confess astonishment and very
> pleasant surprise at the offerings of Texas wines that I encountered.
>
> I'd previously tasted some wines grown in the Denison region, which
> despite the historical link to the Thomas Munson research that saved
> Europe from Phylloxera, were not very good.
>
> I started out in Fredericksburg (without benefit of local advice) at
> the Fredericksburg winery in the heart of town. Lots of varietals
> offered, with apparently knowledgable staff pointing out the alignment
> from dry to sweet and mandating "no dry to be tasted after sweet..." I
> started at the dry flight, since I don't particularly like sweet(ish)
> wines. Alas, the cabernet sauvignon was a wine that would make Mogan
> David Concord look good. Watery, pale, sweet. The Pinot Noir was a bit
> better, sort of like a diluted Kendall-Jackson. There was a dry rose
> of cabernet that was almost drinkable. Bad start.
>
> Then was a visit to Torre di Pietra, about half-way between
> Fredericksburg and Stonewall. This looked almost too contrived--stone,
> Burgundy-style winery building, fields of vines arrayed behind, fire
> in the fireplace, and tables arrayed for sipping and talking either
> inside or out. Minor off-putting moment with a $5 charge for five
> tastes, but them's the rules.
>
> Very nice array of varietals. Cabernet, Malbec, Mourvedre, Gewurz,
> Chard, Fume Blanc, etc. No Pinot, but that was reasonable. Some
> unusual grapes such as Touriga Nacional, Carignan and Grenacha. Some
> blends focussed on style, such as a five grape Spanish style they call
> Parada. Also some very pleasant sippers--a red called "Red Flirt" and
> a white called "Dirty Girl".
>
> Good news. The wines were excellent, with the exception of the Gewurz
> which somehow managed to capture the essence of gas-station restroom
> disinfectant. But,other than that, I found the reds almost uniformly
> impressive, particularly the Mourvedre. Came away with a
> case--Mourvere, Parada and Touriga Nacional.
>
> Next stop, the following day, was Becker. These folks had been
> mentioned here as worth visiting. Good advice!!! Another attempt at
> faux-Burgundy stone manor, warm and inviting. Broad range of varietals
> and again no Pinot Noir--a wisdom that Fredericksburg Winery would be
> wise to note.
>
> A great cabernet sauvignon they call Iconoclast--at about $10 a
> bottle, it is a real find! Surprisingly their whites really won my
> favor. They were already sold out of their '05 Chard--which I'd
> enjoyed the previous night at our small hotel for dinner (Rose Hill
> Manor in Stonewall--of which more in another post). But, they still
> had a Reserve Chard which reminded me a bit of Schug or Neyer in
> style.
>
> Then a delicate Chenin Blanc, clear, crisp, green apple and pear with
> the cleanest finish I think I've ever experienced in a dry white. Also
> a Viognier--maybe I'm becoming a convert.
>
> Overall Becker showed me some really fine wines--products that
> wouldn't be embarrassed in a blind tasting next to CA, OZ or Euro
> offerings.
>
> The Lagniappe:
>
> Talking with the folks who run Rose Hill on our departure the next
> morning about wines and wineries in the area, they offered me a bottle
> of a wine produced by the winemaker at Grape Creek Vineyard (a stop
> for next visit). This one was an '04 Cabernet/Syrah blend (74/26%)
> labeled "Quivis". It indicates they are in Lubbock TX, but don't look
> for them online (yet.)
>
> The wine was deep, dark, more brown than red. Wonderful huge nose of
> black cherries, deep spices and maybe a tinge of cedar. Huge mouthful
> of fruit and spices with some of that toastiness from judicious use of
> oak. Well balanced, very viscous, long legs, and extended finish. Just
> released, but without any sense of immaturity. One of the best wines
> I've had in a very long time! (If I were looking for comparison in my
> recent encounters, I'd say Cakebread '01 Cab, or Monte Bello '92 as
> the sort of wine this was.)
>
> Ed Rasimus
> Fighter Pilot (USAF-Ret)
> "When Thunder Rolled"
> *www.thunderchief.org
> *www.thundertales.blogspot.com

I had a Becker red that was pretty good once. Thanks for notes!

On Wed, 7 Feb 2007 15:24:57 -0800, "Rigaboy" >
wrote:

>Ed,
>Thanks for the report. I'll be in the Texas Hill Country early this April
>and look forward to trying some of the wines you reported on.
>Any restaurants or places to eat that you would recommend.
>Cheers,
>Rick

Since you asked, I'll offer the highest endorsement for Rose Hill
Manor (http://www.rose-hill.com/home.htm)

They are a small, luxury hotel--about twelve rooms total between the
main building and four small cottages--located just outside Stonewall,
which is a wide spot in the road between Fredericksburg and Johnson
City. Excellent lodging and not unreasonably priced. Comes with a
multi-course gourmet, sit-down, breakfast included.

The dining room operates evenings from Wed-Sun each week and offers a
five course prix fixe menu which is simply outstanding. And it's only
$39/person. Honestly some of the finest food I've found in the states
(that's all 50, not just TX.)

They've got an excellent wine list including not only TX wines but
some very good US wines. A bit short on Euro offerings, but most
wouldn't find that a deterrent. Names like Justin, Cakebread, Stag's
Leap and Schug were noted with nothing over $100 US/bottle. I had a
Stag's Leap Artemis with dinner one night and the couple at the next
table went through two bottles of Ch. St. Jean Cinq Cepages.

You can experience the dinner without staying at the hotel, but make a
a reservation because seating is limited.

Fredericksburg has a nice upscale restaurant in town called Navajo
Grill which gets good reviews. Unfortunately a lot of the other
eateries in F'burg cater to the T-shirt and bumper-sticker crowd.

Should you get to San Antonio, an absolute must is Le Reve downtown
just over the Riverwalk. Reserve as far in advance as you can.


Ed Rasimus
Fighter Pilot (USAF-Ret)
"When Thunder Rolled"
www.thunderchief.org
www.thundertales.blogspot.com

Buy a bottle of 'Kick Butt Cab'
(http://www.texashillsvineyard.com/winery2.html) and head
to the Salt Lick (http://www.saltlickbbq.com/) for a taste of Texas hill
country. BTW, the Salt Lick is BYOB.

"Rigaboy" > wrote in message
...
> Ed,
> Thanks for the report. I'll be in the Texas Hill Country early this April
> and look forward to trying some of the wines you reported on.
> Any restaurants or places to eat that you would recommend.
> Cheers,
> Rick
>
>
>
> "Ed Rasimus" > wrote in message
> ...
>> Unlike "jumbo shrimp" or even "military intelligence", I can now
>> assert that "Texas wine" is not an oxymoron.
>>
>> The previously announced visit to the Texas Hill Country took place
>> this past weekend, and I'm willing to confess astonishment and very
>> pleasant surprise at the offerings of Texas wines that I encountered.
>>
>> I'd previously tasted some wines grown in the Denison region, which
>> despite the historical link to the Thomas Munson research that saved
>> Europe from Phylloxera, were not very good.
>>
>> I started out in Fredericksburg (without benefit of local advice) at
>> the Fredericksburg winery in the heart of town. Lots of varietals
>> offered, with apparently knowledgable staff pointing out the alignment
>> from dry to sweet and mandating "no dry to be tasted after sweet..." I
>> started at the dry flight, since I don't particularly like sweet(ish)
>> wines. Alas, the cabernet sauvignon was a wine that would make Mogan
>> David Concord look good. Watery, pale, sweet. The Pinot Noir was a bit
>> better, sort of like a diluted Kendall-Jackson. There was a dry rose
>> of cabernet that was almost drinkable. Bad start.
>>
>> Then was a visit to Torre di Pietra, about half-way between
>> Fredericksburg and Stonewall. This looked almost too contrived--stone,
>> Burgundy-style winery building, fields of vines arrayed behind, fire
>> in the fireplace, and tables arrayed for sipping and talking either
>> inside or out. Minor off-putting moment with a $5 charge for five
>> tastes, but them's the rules.
>>
>> Very nice array of varietals. Cabernet, Malbec, Mourvedre, Gewurz,
>> Chard, Fume Blanc, etc. No Pinot, but that was reasonable. Some
>> unusual grapes such as Touriga Nacional, Carignan and Grenacha. Some
>> blends focussed on style, such as a five grape Spanish style they call
>> Parada. Also some very pleasant sippers--a red called "Red Flirt" and
>> a white called "Dirty Girl".
>>
>> Good news. The wines were excellent, with the exception of the Gewurz
>> which somehow managed to capture the essence of gas-station restroom
>> disinfectant. But,other than that, I found the reds almost uniformly
>> impressive, particularly the Mourvedre. Came away with a
>> case--Mourvere, Parada and Touriga Nacional.
>>
>> Next stop, the following day, was Becker. These folks had been
>> mentioned here as worth visiting. Good advice!!! Another attempt at
>> faux-Burgundy stone manor, warm and inviting. Broad range of varietals
>> and again no Pinot Noir--a wisdom that Fredericksburg Winery would be
>> wise to note.
>>
>> A great cabernet sauvignon they call Iconoclast--at about $10 a
>> bottle, it is a real find! Surprisingly their whites really won my
>> favor. They were already sold out of their '05 Chard--which I'd
>> enjoyed the previous night at our small hotel for dinner (Rose Hill
>> Manor in Stonewall--of which more in another post). But, they still
>> had a Reserve Chard which reminded me a bit of Schug or Neyer in
>> style.
>>
>> Then a delicate Chenin Blanc, clear, crisp, green apple and pear with
>> the cleanest finish I think I've ever experienced in a dry white. Also
>> a Viognier--maybe I'm becoming a convert.
>>
>> Overall Becker showed me some really fine wines--products that
>> wouldn't be embarrassed in a blind tasting next to CA, OZ or Euro
>> offerings.
>>
>> The Lagniappe:
>>
>> Talking with the folks who run Rose Hill on our departure the next
>> morning about wines and wineries in the area, they offered me a bottle
>> of a wine produced by the winemaker at Grape Creek Vineyard (a stop
>> for next visit). This one was an '04 Cabernet/Syrah blend (74/26%)
>> labeled "Quivis". It indicates they are in Lubbock TX, but don't look
>> for them online (yet.)
>>
>> The wine was deep, dark, more brown than red. Wonderful huge nose of
>> black cherries, deep spices and maybe a tinge of cedar. Huge mouthful
>> of fruit and spices with some of that toastiness from judicious use of
>> oak. Well balanced, very viscous, long legs, and extended finish. Just
>> released, but without any sense of immaturity. One of the best wines
>> I've had in a very long time! (If I were looking for comparison in my
>> recent encounters, I'd say Cakebread '01 Cab, or Monte Bello '92 as
>> the sort of wine this was.)
>>
>>
>> Ed Rasimus
>> Fighter Pilot (USAF-Ret)
>> "When Thunder Rolled"
>> www.thunderchief.org
>> www.thundertales.blogspot.com
>
>

On Mon, 12 Feb 2007 22:22:09 GMT, "Ben" >
wrote:

>Buy a bottle of 'Kick Butt Cab'
>(http://www.texashillsvineyard.com/winery2.html) and head
>to the Salt Lick (http://www.saltlickbbq.com/) for a taste of Texas hill
>country. BTW, the Salt Lick is BYOB.

The Texas Hills Vineyard wines have a pretty good reputation, although
I didn't get to taste any during my short visit. They were very well
represented on the wine list at Rose Hill Manor.

They're available through Serendipity Distributing in San Antonio TX
which handles a pretty high quality boutique global winery list.


Ed Rasimus
Fighter Pilot (USAF-Ret)
"When Thunder Rolled"
www.thunderchief.org
www.thundertales.blogspot.com