Lulu Roberts - Executive Coordinator, Writer/SF
Lulu joined the purely domestic wine blog in Spring 2009 shortly after arriving from London. Her enthusiasm for all things food and wine oriented and the fact that she lives in San Francisco led me to appoint her in November 2009 as my official eyes, ears and ‘pen’ for essentially all urban activities related to this website.
The Wilder Napa Valley Bulletin Board
In an effort to give the wine loving community another forum that is open to spirited discussion on all things related to wine, I decided to create a bulletin board. It is not that sophisticated but should allow registered members of this website an opportunity to talk about what is on their minds. There are only a few things to be aware of before you register. Become a registered user by filling out the registration form, with the title of Bulletin Board.
Ground rules:
Generally this forum is for the noncommercial discussion of events, ideas and discourse among those in the wine industry, and those who enjoy wine lifestyle. I encourage opinionated passionate posting and exchange of information and ideas. If you are a winery and wish to talk about your wines, that is fine, (you may want to be considered for the Guest Winemaker Blogs, let me know.) Some have asked if posting personal tasting notes is OK and the answer is an emphatic yes!
Here are some general policies for posting here:
At no time will any posting be approved that is derogatory or biased to an individual’s political, cultural, religious, racial, gender, socioeconomic or sexual orientation.
Acceptable content includes, but is not limited to:
Wilder Napa Valley, and Doug Wilder do not endorse personal opinions or vouch for the accuracy of any posting made on this bulletin board.
Wilder Napa Valley and Doug Wilder are not responsible for the fulfillment of any agreement or transaction that may result between parties using this board.
By registering, you agree to comply with all of the above. You are free to close your registered account at any time by contacting Lulu Roberts, the BB Moderator.
I have been involved in the wine business for twenty years and don’t intend to police this site 24/7, If it becomes something that would lead me to become a potentate instead of a facilitator, then the project will be a failure and therefore discontinued.
Thanks for your interest,
Doug Wilder, Founder Wilder Napa Valley
If you haven't had time to pickup your wines for Thanksgiving yet, which way are you leaning? We usually start out with a dry Gewurztraminer or Riesling. The exotic aromas of these two varietals are a festive way to introduce guests to the feast that awaits. They are generally low in alcohol too. I am a huge fan of the examples of these created by Claiborne & Churchill who have been making impeccable wines in San Luis Obispo since 1983. I discovered them in 1985 when living there. Next up are the Pinot Noir, two of my favorites, Auteur Manchester Ridge, and Dierberg Estate are likely candidates. Inevitably, a deep rich Zinfandel makes it to the table as well - Something like a Robert Craig Howell Mountain, or Ridge Geyserville. With dessert, if we still have room, I look forward to a Pedro Ximenez Sherry from Dios Baco. A delightful way to end the meal.
What are you planning for Thanksgiving, and will you change things up for the December holidays?