Wine Tasting Notes of Nan & Michael
"Wine Lovers"
No. California & Oregon Wines and Wineries

BASICS FOR BEGINNERS

MarkSquires.com
Find information on storage, selecting wines, preserving open wines, and more.
AffairsofTheVine.com
Learn all about wine. Sign up for seminars on Aromatics, Varietals, Food & Wine, and a Wine Boot Camp.
IntoWine.com
Find out about how wine is made, how to enjoy wine, wine regions, wine and health, wine and the Bible, storing wine, and more.
CellarNotes.net
An extremely comprehensive website for learning about wine.
WineLust.com
From beginners to advanced, the Wine School of Philadelphia offers classes to meet your needs.

TASTING TIPS

KLWines.com
Information on balance, body, finish, etc.

WINE AND FOOD

KLWines.com
How to choose a wine to go with your meal.
AmbrosiaWine.com
Basic suggestions for wine and food.
California Wine and Food Magazine
An online magazine that includes restaurant recipes, seasonal chef menus, wine reviews, culinary events, and food facts.

WINE TASTING PARTIES (see our Rating Sheet)

Wine-Lovers-Page.com
Excellent pointers for hosting your own wine tasting party.
SwillParty.com
Swill™ wine tasting party kits. Learn how to host a great wine tasting party, get wine tasting supplies, wine info, fun trivia, recipes and more.
SmartsCo.com
Everything you need to throw an entertaining and informative wine tasting party for four or thrity four.

SEARCH TOOLS

WineSearch-Online.com
Search for books, magazines, wine traders, wine producers, wine regions, wine clubs & associations, etc.
LocalWineEvents.com
Largest wine and spirits calendar in the world. Learn about events in your area.
Tastings.com
Great resource for finding wine, wine producers, wineries, wine stores, and more. Plus they share insights on beer and spirits.
WineZone.com
Everything you need to know to plan your trip to Northern California’s wine country. Make online reservations for Bed and Breakfast lodging or your hot air balloon flight.
CaWineMall.com
The largest directory of California web wineries on the Internet.
WineWeb.com
Worldwide database of over 20,000 wineries.
WeekendWinery.com
The essential guide to American wineries, covering all 50 states and well over 2000 wineries.
CellarTastings.com
Detailed information on worldwide food and wine events including: cooking classes, wine appreciation courses, exclusive winemaker dinners, winery open house days, more.
WineGiftClubs.com
Find wine gifts and clubs online.
DrinkProfessor.com
Learn all about wine, pairing food and wine, the world of beer, and regional spirits.

WINE PUBLICATIONS

TheGrapeEscapes.com
A money-saving user's guide to the best of Paso Robles wineries and tasting rooms. Includes wineries that offer free tastings and special discounts.
MakingGreatWine.com
Over 150 pages of detailed, specific instructions on how to make great wine. Includes nearly 200 of the best-tasting wine recipes in the world!
WineCellarSecrets.com
A simple, straightforward guide that you can use to start your own wine cellar. Learn how to store your wine to guarantee its aging potential -- and much, much more.
Spivak on Wine
Wine talk in plain English! A site offering a unique vision of the world of wine and food, featuring restaurant reviews, travel essays, and reviews of wine ranging from supermarket labels to collectibles.
WineReader.com
An online source for wine books.
GrapeandBarrel.com
Offers "Sip in Sonoma," a book with all the information you need to enjoy the Sonoma County wine tasting experience. Includes offers for free tastings and other savings.
WinePocketList.com
Wine review website and book that helps you find the perfect wine, every time. Wine listing of over 1700 top-rated wines under $30 a bottle.
WineBlueBook.com
A wine buying guide that compares wine scores to price, uncovering good (and bad) wine values. Sample issue available.
NatalieMacLean.com
Named the 2003 World’s Best Drink Writer at the World Food Media Awards in Australia, Natalie offers a free newsletter that includes wine picks, articles, and humor.
Decanter.com
"Required reading for everyone with an interest in wine." This publication offers news, recommendations, a wine finder, and more. Sold in 92 countries and also available online.

FORUMS

CellarTasting.com
A practical, fun, and helpful forum to discuss, debate, and learn about wine. Run by a group of enthusiasts who love wine.
eRobertParker.com
A wide-ranging forum that covers a number of wine-related topics. Administered/owned by highly regarded wine enthusiast, Mark Squires.
HomeBrewTalk.com
Discussion community for promoting home brewing of beer and wine.
Lisa's Forums
Ask questions and share your opinion on wine-related topics.

WINE AREAS

OregonWines.com
A site focused exclusively on Oregon wines, wineries, and events.
VirtualSLO.com
Information on the world class wines of Paso Robles and San Luis Obispo (California Central Coast).
SanLuisObispoCounty.com
Comprehensive information on the SLO area, including wine country maps, wine tours, and winery listings.
BordeauxCentral
Vintage information, tasting notes, and news about Bordeaux wines.
ItalianWinesDirectClub.com
A constantly updated guide to Italian Wines with reviews, news, articles, and wine tips.
WineryAdventures.com
Reviews of wines and wineries in Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, and Pennsylvania wineries.
AshlandWineTours.com
Includes transportation, a four-course progressive lunch, and tastings at four different wineries. Choose from Rogue Valley or Applegate appelations.
Winelandia.com
Information and history on wines from Slovakia.
Vinilazio.org
Wines from Italy.
NewEnglandVine.com
An online directory of wineries, dining, lodging, shopping, entertainment, and events in New England.
PasoWineries.com
Wineries located in Paso Robles, California and the surrounding Central Coast.
Espavino.com
Information about all Spanish wine regions and their wine.

TASTING NOTES

CellarGeek.com
Personal tasting notes on wines from Australia, France, and the U.S.
WineSlob.org
General notes on California and Australia wines put together by a guy who enjoys wine.
WineGeeks.com
Specializing in wine reviews and food pairing.

MISCELLANEOUS

WineLoversPage.com
The primo of wine sites! Everything you could ever want to know about wine and wine-related topics.
FreetheGrapes.org
A national, grassroots coalition of consumers and wineries who seek to remove restrictions in 28 states that still prohibit consumers from purchasing wines directly from out-of-state wineries. Don't miss this one!
Vineyard Tracker
Keep track of your wine inventory, make notes on your favorite (or not-so-favorite) wines, manage your wine budget, and more with this easy-to-use wine tracking desktop software.
Online Wine-Related Games
Try your skills on these challenging online tile games!
UCDavis
Learn about the "Aroma Wheel."
TasteTour.com
"Your guide to instant wine expertise."
WineRelease.com
Informs wine enthusiasts about upcoming U.S. wine release dates.
California-WineOnline.com
A vast collection of wine information at your fingertips.
WineLabelsWorld
Interesting site about a Belgium wine-lover's collection of wine labels from around the world.
The Uncorked Cellar
Excellent wine information and wine collector software.
ABWine.com
Resource directory, articles on wine, and a message board.
WineCommune.com
The #1 wine auction community. Buy or sell rare and special wines.
MapMuse.com
Interactive mapping of wineries and wine shops across the US.
WineInfoNet.com
Free information on wine, grape varieties, history, and wine terms. Links to thousands of wineries all over the world!
GiftyBox.com
A unique gift for winelovers that includes 1 complimentary gift pass for a private tour, a tasting for 2 people, and a complimentary bottle of wine at the winery of choice, as well as a guidebook. Choose from over 60 wineries throughout the U.S.

PURCHASE -- WINE, ACCESSORIES, BASKETS, ETC.

SolanoCellars.com
Ships nationally over 400 premium, small production, and hard-to-find Zinfandels, Pinot Noir, and more. Located in Albany, CA
MissionLiquors.com
Online liquor store offering fine wine and spirits, cigars and cigarettes. Located in Pasadena, CA.
2020wines.com
Luxury wine shop located in Los Angeles, CA.
WallyWine.com
Zagat Guide’s #1-rated wine store in Los Angeles, CA.
Wine-Wall.com
Innovative wine racks and storage solutions for your home or business.
BarParts.com
Wine accessories, decanters, barware.
WineRackShop.com
Offers wood wine racks for home wine cellars and wine rooms
TheWineGift.com
Handcrafted collectible wine accessories for the wine aficionados in your life.
PacificWineClub.com
A wine club for all budgets and palates. Choose wines from California, Oregon, Washington, and Italy.
PrimeWines.com
Wine buying made simple.
GiftTree.com
Beautiful gift baskets filled with fresh fruit, premium wine & champagne, gourmet treats, & more!
WineStuff.com
Crystal wine glassware and other wine essentials.
CountryWines.com
Wine-making (and beer brewing) supplies.
SpiritedShipper.com
Wine shipping boxes and supplies. Boxes have unique locking mechanism that keeps your wine bottles safe during shipping.
WineGiftClub.com
Specializing in unique wine gift baskets, a superb Wine of the Month Club, and your very own private label wines.
WineCellars4Home.com
Wine cellars, wine racks, and wine accessories to meet your every need. Find the right wine storage solution for your available space.
CellarsWineClub.com
Offering wine club memberships which include nonthly delivery of two bottles of hand-selected wines from International and California wineries.
WineTiles.com
Unique, handcrafted wine-themed ceramic tiles by Cindy Wallace.
ATasteofCalifornia.com
Join any one of several wine clubs and receive two bottles of premium wine each month. Special introductory pricing of 50% off on first shipment.
GrapesWine.com
Shop online for great wines, gift baskets, and accessories. All wines tasted and hand selected by team of wine specialists. Free shipping in Connecticut.
PersonalWine.com
Bottles of prize winning wines and products labeled with personal messages, logos, or graphics.
AWShadows.com
Hand carved wine barrels. One-of-a-kind heirlooms to be passed on to future generations.
Craft-Owl.com
Hand carved signs for wine cellars & tasting rooms, wine barrel carvings, wooden goblets, carved wine bottle stoppers, and other carved wine art by Maryland Artist Tom Crowl.
TheWineEncounter.com
A San Diego, California wiine bar offering 150+ wines by the glass and wine tastings.
WineOpeners.com
Customer imprinted corkscrews.
WinoWear101.com
"Wino Wear"™ apparel. The only attire to wear when tasting, drinking, or sharing wine with friends.
GourmetFoodStore.com
Ossetra and Asetra caviars in various sizes, colors, and flavors to enjoy with fine champagne.
D'VineWineRooms.com
Residential and commercial wine cellars. Design, refrigeration, service, and installation available.
Denis-Art.com
Photorealistic images featuring wine bottles.
HomeGardenDecor.com
Unique selection of wall-mounted wine racks, ceiling mount hanging wine racks, stemware and wine bottle storage combination racks.
WineRackSuperStore.com
Everything outside the bottle -- wine racks, glassware, home decor, accessories, and more.
Mr.WineCabinet.com
Wine cabinet specialist. Choose the temperature-controlled wine cabinet or wine cellar that's right for you.
Wine-Racks.ws
An online guide to wine storage racks, cabinets, and wine cellar equipment.
CorksOut.com
Independent wine specialist offers wines to a discerning market.
ShoppersVineyard.com
Buy online. Based in New Jersey, this site ships wine to nearly every state. Discounted prices on wine and spirits.
WinesOfInterest.com.uk
Top quality wines from around the world. Also vintage port, dated spirits, beer, champagne, and nibbles. Fast UK delivery.
Le-Cache.com
Handcrafted wine cabinets designed to showcase your wine collection while creating optimal wine storage conditions for preserving and aging fine wine.
WineRackStation.com
Wine racks, wine storage, and accessories for commercial and residential use.
GreatWesternWine.co.uk.com
Specializing in wine gift delivery to any part of the United Kingdom.
RioJoes.com
Wines exclusively from Brazil (individual bottles and wine baskets).
SimplyClassicGiftBaskets.com
Specializing in gourmet food & wine gift baskets.
Busted Grapes.com
Online wine accessory store that specilizes in every day wine needs.

Please let us know if any of the links are no longer active. Thanks!

Wine Tasting Notes of Nan & Michael
"Wine Lovers"
No. California & Oregon Wines and Wineries

BASICS FOR BEGINNERS

MarkSquires.com
Find information on storage, selecting wines, preserving open wines, and more.
AffairsofTheVine.com
Learn all about wine. Sign up for seminars on Aromatics, Varietals, Food & Wine, and a Wine Boot Camp.
IntoWine.com
Find out about how wine is made, how to enjoy wine, wine regions, wine and health, wine and the Bible, storing wine, and more.
CellarNotes.net
An extremely comprehensive website for learning about wine.
WineLust.com
From beginners to advanced, the Wine School of Philadelphia offers classes to meet your needs.

TASTING TIPS

KLWines.com
Information on balance, body, finish, etc.

WINE AND FOOD

KLWines.com
How to choose a wine to go with your meal.
AmbrosiaWine.com
Basic suggestions for wine and food.
California Wine and Food Magazine
An online magazine that includes restaurant recipes, seasonal chef menus, wine reviews, culinary events, and food facts.

WINE TASTING PARTIES (see our Rating Sheet)

Wine-Lovers-Page.com
Excellent pointers for hosting your own wine tasting party.
SwillParty.com
Swill™ wine tasting party kits. Learn how to host a great wine tasting party, get wine tasting supplies, wine info, fun trivia, recipes and more.
SmartsCo.com
Everything you need to throw an entertaining and informative wine tasting party for four or thrity four.

SEARCH TOOLS

WineSearch-Online.com
Search for books, magazines, wine traders, wine producers, wine regions, wine clubs & associations, etc.
LocalWineEvents.com
Largest wine and spirits calendar in the world. Learn about events in your area.
Tastings.com
Great resource for finding wine, wine producers, wineries, wine stores, and more. Plus they share insights on beer and spirits.
WineZone.com
Everything you need to know to plan your trip to Northern California’s wine country. Make online reservations for Bed and Breakfast lodging or your hot air balloon flight.
CaWineMall.com
The largest directory of California web wineries on the Internet.
WineWeb.com
Worldwide database of over 20,000 wineries.
WeekendWinery.com
The essential guide to American wineries, covering all 50 states and well over 2000 wineries.
CellarTastings.com
Detailed information on worldwide food and wine events including: cooking classes, wine appreciation courses, exclusive winemaker dinners, winery open house days, more.
WineGiftClubs.com
Find wine gifts and clubs online.
DrinkProfessor.com
Learn all about wine, pairing food and wine, the world of beer, and regional spirits.

WINE PUBLICATIONS

TheGrapeEscapes.com
A money-saving user's guide to the best of Paso Robles wineries and tasting rooms. Includes wineries that offer free tastings and special discounts.
MakingGreatWine.com
Over 150 pages of detailed, specific instructions on how to make great wine. Includes nearly 200 of the best-tasting wine recipes in the world!
WineCellarSecrets.com
A simple, straightforward guide that you can use to start your own wine cellar. Learn how to store your wine to guarantee its aging potential -- and much, much more.
Spivak on Wine
Wine talk in plain English! A site offering a unique vision of the world of wine and food, featuring restaurant reviews, travel essays, and reviews of wine ranging from supermarket labels to collectibles.
WineReader.com
An online source for wine books.
GrapeandBarrel.com
Offers "Sip in Sonoma," a book with all the information you need to enjoy the Sonoma County wine tasting experience. Includes offers for free tastings and other savings.
WinePocketList.com
Wine review website and book that helps you find the perfect wine, every time. Wine listing of over 1700 top-rated wines under $30 a bottle.
WineBlueBook.com
A wine buying guide that compares wine scores to price, uncovering good (and bad) wine values. Sample issue available.
NatalieMacLean.com
Named the 2003 World’s Best Drink Writer at the World Food Media Awards in Australia, Natalie offers a free newsletter that includes wine picks, articles, and humor.
Decanter.com
"Required reading for everyone with an interest in wine." This publication offers news, recommendations, a wine finder, and more. Sold in 92 countries and also available online.

FORUMS

CellarTasting.com
A practical, fun, and helpful forum to discuss, debate, and learn about wine. Run by a group of enthusiasts who love wine.
eRobertParker.com
A wide-ranging forum that covers a number of wine-related topics. Administered/owned by highly regarded wine enthusiast, Mark Squires.
HomeBrewTalk.com
Discussion community for promoting home brewing of beer and wine.
Lisa's Forums
Ask questions and share your opinion on wine-related topics.

WINE AREAS

OregonWines.com
A site focused exclusively on Oregon wines, wineries, and events.
VirtualSLO.com
Information on the world class wines of Paso Robles and San Luis Obispo (California Central Coast).
SanLuisObispoCounty.com
Comprehensive information on the SLO area, including wine country maps, wine tours, and winery listings.
BordeauxCentral
Vintage information, tasting notes, and news about Bordeaux wines.
ItalianWinesDirectClub.com
A constantly updated guide to Italian Wines with reviews, news, articles, and wine tips.
WineryAdventures.com
Reviews of wines and wineries in Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, and Pennsylvania wineries.
AshlandWineTours.com
Includes transportation, a four-course progressive lunch, and tastings at four different wineries. Choose from Rogue Valley or Applegate appelations.
Winelandia.com
Information and history on wines from Slovakia.
Vinilazio.org
Wines from Italy.
NewEnglandVine.com
An online directory of wineries, dining, lodging, shopping, entertainment, and events in New England.
PasoWineries.com
Wineries located in Paso Robles, California and the surrounding Central Coast.
Espavino.com
Information about all Spanish wine regions and their wine.

TASTING NOTES

CellarGeek.com
Personal tasting notes on wines from Australia, France, and the U.S.
WineSlob.org
General notes on California and Australia wines put together by a guy who enjoys wine.
WineGeeks.com
Specializing in wine reviews and food pairing.

MISCELLANEOUS

WineLoversPage.com
The primo of wine sites! Everything you could ever want to know about wine and wine-related topics.
FreetheGrapes.org
A national, grassroots coalition of consumers and wineries who seek to remove restrictions in 28 states that still prohibit consumers from purchasing wines directly from out-of-state wineries. Don't miss this one!
Vineyard Tracker
Keep track of your wine inventory, make notes on your favorite (or not-so-favorite) wines, manage your wine budget, and more with this easy-to-use wine tracking desktop software.
Online Wine-Related Games
Try your skills on these challenging online tile games!
UCDavis
Learn about the "Aroma Wheel."
TasteTour.com
"Your guide to instant wine expertise."
WineRelease.com
Informs wine enthusiasts about upcoming U.S. wine release dates.
California-WineOnline.com
A vast collection of wine information at your fingertips.
WineLabelsWorld
Interesting site about a Belgium wine-lover's collection of wine labels from around the world.
The Uncorked Cellar
Excellent wine information and wine collector software.
ABWine.com
Resource directory, articles on wine, and a message board.
WineCommune.com
The #1 wine auction community. Buy or sell rare and special wines.
MapMuse.com
Interactive mapping of wineries and wine shops across the US.
WineInfoNet.com
Free information on wine, grape varieties, history, and wine terms. Links to thousands of wineries all over the world!
GiftyBox.com
A unique gift for winelovers that includes 1 complimentary gift pass for a private tour, a tasting for 2 people, and a complimentary bottle of wine at the winery of choice, as well as a guidebook. Choose from over 60 wineries throughout the U.S.

PURCHASE -- WINE, ACCESSORIES, BASKETS, ETC.

SolanoCellars.com
Ships nationally over 400 premium, small production, and hard-to-find Zinfandels, Pinot Noir, and more. Located in Albany, CA
MissionLiquors.com
Online liquor store offering fine wine and spirits, cigars and cigarettes. Located in Pasadena, CA.
2020wines.com
Luxury wine shop located in Los Angeles, CA.
WallyWine.com
Zagat Guide’s #1-rated wine store in Los Angeles, CA.
Wine-Wall.com
Innovative wine racks and storage solutions for your home or business.
BarParts.com
Wine accessories, decanters, barware.
WineRackShop.com
Offers wood wine racks for home wine cellars and wine rooms
TheWineGift.com
Handcrafted collectible wine accessories for the wine aficionados in your life.
PacificWineClub.com
A wine club for all budgets and palates. Choose wines from California, Oregon, Washington, and Italy.
PrimeWines.com
Wine buying made simple.
GiftTree.com
Beautiful gift baskets filled with fresh fruit, premium wine & champagne, gourmet treats, & more!
WineStuff.com
Crystal wine glassware and other wine essentials.
CountryWines.com
Wine-making (and beer brewing) supplies.
SpiritedShipper.com
Wine shipping boxes and supplies. Boxes have unique locking mechanism that keeps your wine bottles safe during shipping.
WineGiftClub.com
Specializing in unique wine gift baskets, a superb Wine of the Month Club, and your very own private label wines.
WineCellars4Home.com
Wine cellars, wine racks, and wine accessories to meet your every need. Find the right wine storage solution for your available space.
CellarsWineClub.com
Offering wine club memberships which include nonthly delivery of two bottles of hand-selected wines from International and California wineries.
WineTiles.com
Unique, handcrafted wine-themed ceramic tiles by Cindy Wallace.
ATasteofCalifornia.com
Join any one of several wine clubs and receive two bottles of premium wine each month. Special introductory pricing of 50% off on first shipment.
GrapesWine.com
Shop online for great wines, gift baskets, and accessories. All wines tasted and hand selected by team of wine specialists. Free shipping in Connecticut.
PersonalWine.com
Bottles of prize winning wines and products labeled with personal messages, logos, or graphics.
AWShadows.com
Hand carved wine barrels. One-of-a-kind heirlooms to be passed on to future generations.
Craft-Owl.com
Hand carved signs for wine cellars & tasting rooms, wine barrel carvings, wooden goblets, carved wine bottle stoppers, and other carved wine art by Maryland Artist Tom Crowl.
TheWineEncounter.com
A San Diego, California wiine bar offering 150+ wines by the glass and wine tastings.
WineOpeners.com
Customer imprinted corkscrews.
WinoWear101.com
"Wino Wear"™ apparel. The only attire to wear when tasting, drinking, or sharing wine with friends.
GourmetFoodStore.com
Ossetra and Asetra caviars in various sizes, colors, and flavors to enjoy with fine champagne.
D'VineWineRooms.com
Residential and commercial wine cellars. Design, refrigeration, service, and installation available.
Denis-Art.com
Photorealistic images featuring wine bottles.
HomeGardenDecor.com
Unique selection of wall-mounted wine racks, ceiling mount hanging wine racks, stemware and wine bottle storage combination racks.
WineRackSuperStore.com
Everything outside the bottle -- wine racks, glassware, home decor, accessories, and more.
Mr.WineCabinet.com
Wine cabinet specialist. Choose the temperature-controlled wine cabinet or wine cellar that's right for you.
Wine-Racks.ws
An online guide to wine storage racks, cabinets, and wine cellar equipment.
CorksOut.com
Independent wine specialist offers wines to a discerning market.
ShoppersVineyard.com
Buy online. Based in New Jersey, this site ships wine to nearly every state. Discounted prices on wine and spirits.
WinesOfInterest.com.uk
Top quality wines from around the world. Also vintage port, dated spirits, beer, champagne, and nibbles. Fast UK delivery.
Le-Cache.com
Handcrafted wine cabinets designed to showcase your wine collection while creating optimal wine storage conditions for preserving and aging fine wine.
WineRackStation.com
Wine racks, wine storage, and accessories for commercial and residential use.
GreatWesternWine.co.uk.com
Specializing in wine gift delivery to any part of the United Kingdom.
RioJoes.com
Wines exclusively from Brazil (individual bottles and wine baskets).
SimplyClassicGiftBaskets.com
Specializing in gourmet food & wine gift baskets.
Busted Grapes.com
Online wine accessory store that specilizes in every day wine needs.

Please let us know if any of the links are no longer active. Thanks!