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Score one for the Goalie

Posted on January 23, 2023 by Roger Harmston Posted in Terroir Leave a comment

The region is located in an almost contiguous area of hills, the Mecsekalja and the Villány Hills, which is characterised by plenty of sunshine and a strongly Mediterranean mesoclimate. Its soils are varied, comprising limestone blocks in the Mecsek, loess-loam in Villány or clayey hills.

The areas south of Lake Balaton, clearly yields softer acidity and riper, more balanced black grapes than the wine districts north of Lake Balaton. White wines from here are less vibrant, rather soft and subdued. The soils are diverse, with areas of loess, luvisol brown forest soils and limestone typical. It is the home of full-bodied wines with big tannins. Varieties that have difficulty in ripening in other parts of the country can happily be grown here.

Extra dry and medium bodied; flavours of citrus, apple and other tree fruit; medium finish.

Simply: A Fun wine!  Just the ticket to partner with seafood, poultry, or pastas.

Dunavar Pinot Grigio

$10.99 regularly $11.99

11% Alcohol

UPC: 05998623530026

Hungary mystery case Pinot Grigio

Full Tank

Posted on January 22, 2023 by Roger Harmston Posted in Humour Leave a comment

I don’t often reconnect with old college buddies but when I do it’s because my wife asked me to get their new address because our Christmas card came back.

A minute of silence for all those husbands who believed in their wife saying, “no gifts for Christmas this year”

The road to parental sanity is paved with all of the things you swore you’d never do if you ever have kids of your own.

My 5yo asked my 9yo if he was eating spaghetti. My 9yo very disappointed, “it’s rigatoni… learn your pasta.” I didn’t know it was that serious.

Me: Completely silent for an hour. Husband: *turns on the tv* Me: Immediately asks him 20 questions.

So excited for my kids to go back to school and I especially like the part where they bring home a new illness for the next month.

I think the reason it’s cloudy is because the sun wanted to sleep longer. -my 4yo, the meteorologist.

wife: could you clear the table? me: ok but I’ll need a running start wife: what

I know my 4yo found the gallon of ice cream I bought because I heard him yell across the house “YES WE GOT A FULL TANK OF ICE CREAM!!”

I never really thought about couple’s therapy until my husband entered his third week of having a cough.

Secret to peaceful parenting is to never tell your child the plans for the day

waiting for my wife to approve my new year’s resolution of making independent decisions

Dating romance: share a candlelight dinner Married romance: devour a slice of cake together over the sink so you don’t have to share with your kids.

Enjoyable Rascals

Posted on January 21, 2023 by Roger Harmston Posted in Terroir Leave a comment

The 250-acre Fontanafredda property is the single largest contiguous wine estate in the Langhe and includes 247 acres of vineyards, 30 acres of woodland and 10 acres on which the cellars and village buildings lie.

If you enjoy the cleanliness of Pinot Grigio and the depth of a chardonnay, this is the best of both worlds in wine. Arneis means the little rascal in Italian and that’s exactly what it is, a rascal that will woo you away from your normal white.

The grapes are harvested into small containers and immediately undergo soft pressing when they reach the winery. The must is transferred into cool, stainless steel tanks, where – after chilling and static racking – it ferments at a low temperature (64 °C). Following fermentation, the wine is stored at 41 °F to avoid malolactic fermentation.

The wine refines in steel for 4-5 months at a low temperature and left on its fine lees to increase aromatic complexity and fullness on the palate. The wine is then cold-stabilized and bottled.

Intense straw-yellow with greenish highlights. Soft, sweet and nicely mouth-filling on the palate, with a crispy fresh.

LANGHE ARNEIS – FONTANAFREDDA BRICCOTONDO

$17.99 regularly $19.99

13% alcohol

UPC: 08000174350026

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Light, Crisp and VERY dry

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Roger Harmston Posted in Terroir Leave a comment

The diverse vineyard sites (Solano, Monterey, and Santa Barbara) span several hundred miles, and even subtle differences in temperature and the strength of the wind leave their mark on the grapes. 

The result is a wine that combines characteristics of this varietal, with fruit flavors, oak, and acidity in harmony and balance; this wine suits a wide range of palates. There is just enough acidity to help balance it out. 

I think it’s food versatile, and we had it with Chicken Cordon Bleus.

Sea Sun Chardonnay

$27.99

14.3% Alcohol

California Chardonnay mystery case

Royalty – Not, Camelot – Not, Unique – Not

Posted on January 19, 2023 by Roger Harmston Posted in Terroir Leave a comment

HOWEVER, this is a fascinating, incredibly well researched background story of three women who married into the Kennedy family.  It’s a look at the relationship shared among these three women and how they deal with infidelity, politics and promoting the family legacy: how they raised their children, confronted assassination, death and survival.

Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, Ethel Skakel Kennedy and Joan Bennett Kennedy.

While this book does have many “private details”, the difference here is that the author painstakingly documented every item written about. Instead of simply referring to anonymous sources, most tidbits here were backed up by conversations with specific friends and family members. This made the reading much more honest rather than the idle gossip which many Kennedy biographers have depended on in the past. While a number of the very public “secrets” were discussed, there were many more less-known facts and details discovered in this book.

There is dirt, gossip, tragedy, and epic grief.  But it also bears proof to “You bought it, you own it” and You are accountable.

In many ways, the book confirms some of what you thought,   but does give perspective to the dynamics of power. It is thought provoking.  It doesn’t answer the question of does money make grief more manageable.  There are millions of stories in the naked city of family history that haven’t been told – but should be – because their stories are just as real – but the participants aren’t made famous.

Jackie, Ethel, Joan: Women of Camelot

J. Randy Taraborrelli

Mixed Message

Posted on January 18, 2023 by Roger Harmston Posted in Humour Leave a comment

What were they thinking/smoking/drinking/eating when they named their Band/Singing Group?

Ocean Parrot

Door Chime

The Saggy Baggies

The Streekin Badgers

Opposing Bums

Not Wearing Pants

He’s Dead Jim

The Phoneups

Minor Murders

Eggplant Revenge

Nobody for President

Psycho Tsunami

Bare Wiz

Armageddon Day

Boot Knockers

Pink Slip

Expired Days

Slug Face

Quarterly Loss

Estrogen Express

Itsy Bitsy Spikers

Buckle Bunnies

The Salted Caramels

The Toothless Owls

The Disagreeable Grapes

The Vomiting Eagles

Dopey Dorks

Sisters before Misters

The Roadkill Souls

Smudged Windows

Purple Bunnies

What to expect in the Year of the Rabbit

Posted on January 17, 2023 by Roger Harmston Posted in Terroir Leave a comment

Rabbit (born in 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999)

2023 is the year of the Rabbit, and those entering their zodiac birth year must be prepared for adversity. Astrologers suggest making “extra efforts everywhere and face challenges” head on. Rabbit people, this year won’t be such a smooth one, but “a rainbow will come after the storm”.

Dragon (born in 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000)

Dragons’ fortune, according to Chinese astrology, will be affected, but experts say there is “no need to worry much” because the lucky stars will guide you. Career-wise, development will be smooth sailing, and love will be “relatively flat”. 

Snake (born in 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001)

2023 will “develop smoothly in a good direction” and Snake’s luck “will be generally stable”. However, there are good and bad stars this year, so their influence of them will fluctuate the amont of luck available. 

Horse (born in 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990)

Those born with in the Chinese zodiac year of the Horse will “enter a year in conflict” with the age star, which “will have a great impact on your fortunes”. 2023 is going to be full of ups and downs, and greater care needs to be taken at work. 

Goat (born in 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991)

2023 is “relatively turbulent” for Goat, so it’s best to approach it with “optimism” and a view of taking advantage of the good times. Career prospects are said to be good as Goat is going to be influenced by the four ‘pillar Gods’. 

Monkey (born in 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004)

Overall, 2023 includes “plenty of ups and downs”, that being said, Monkey will be “taken care of by lucky stars”. If attention to the horoscope’s advice is taken, the year will be smooth. 

Rooster (born in 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005)

Roosters are said to “suffer from the opposition” in 2023, with luck being “particularly unfavourable”. To overcome various challenges, maintain an optimistic attitude and “put in more effort than last year”. Experts added: “Although your career and financial predictions are not so good, your love forecast is good.” 

Dog (born in 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006)

Those born in the Chinese zodiac year of the Dog is set to experience more decline in health and wealth – so pay more attention to these areas over the next 12 months. In work and love, Dogs are advised to do their “own thing in a down-to-earth manner” so overall prospects gradually become smoother. 

Pig (born in 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007)

Fortune for the Pig “continues to be good”, but attention should be paid to health and the risk of loss of property. It’s advisable to “work hard” to have “unexpected pleasant surprises and gains”,

Rat (born in 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996)

The Rat is the first sign among the 12 zodiacs, whereas the Rabbit is the fourth. The first and fourth branches tend to overcome each other, experts say. Therefore, Rat people “will encounter many difficult troubles” in the new year. 

Ox (born in 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997)

According to Chinese astrology, among the 12 animal signs, the Ox is second and the Rabbit is fourth. The second and fourth positions help each other, indicating good luck this year. But anyone with the sign Ox is encouraged to work hard and” seize every opportunity to make your year more successful”.

Tiger (born in 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2022)

Tiger’s overall fortune is on the rise compared to 2022, and they are said to be “destined to be very comfortable in life and work”. Overall, Tiger’s horoscope is good, but there are going to be “some twists and turns in the process”. Tiger people are encouraged to learn useful lessons from failures, and be the calm in difficult situations to avoid strife. 

Spanish master of relaxation

Posted on January 16, 2023 by Roger Harmston Posted in Music Leave a comment

Tips for a smarter life

Posted on January 15, 2023 by Roger Harmston Posted in Humour Leave a comment

Why Wait for Summer?

Posted on January 14, 2023 by Roger Harmston Posted in Terroir Leave a comment

Chardonnay from the mountainous area of Trentino, Sauvignon Blanc grown near the warm shores of the Adriatic Sea, and a touch of Venetian Pinot Nero. 

Santa Margherita Rosé is lively and vibrant with fresh acidity and balance, with a pale pink hue and a uniquely light, floral taste.

Santa Margherita Rosé pairs well with salads, appetizers, pasta and risotto dishes, grilled meats, seafood, and soft cheeses.

AND, pork/lamb/beef meatloaf! First night was just as yummy – egg noodle pasta with lots of garlic flavour peppers/mushrooms and grilled scallops.

ROSE – SANTA MARGHERITA

$17.99 regularly $19.99

2.5% Alcohol

UPC: 08003930001323

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