I know this isn't a pic of the Colson Canyon |
Photo cred to Lindsay. She's good at lots of things. |
That's Russel, the owner and winemaker gifting Beth a Magnum in July because he found out they share a birthday. |
I know this isn't a pic of the Colson Canyon |
Photo cred to Lindsay. She's good at lots of things. |
That's Russel, the owner and winemaker gifting Beth a Magnum in July because he found out they share a birthday. |
I'm sure for Niner Winery, they know when making their flagship wine, Fog Catcher, each year they're creating something special. To make only 27 barrels of something so beautiful, is, well, beautiful. They do it really well, too.
Sure, you could scroll through the Purple Tooth archives 8 years and find some helpful hints, but I'll save you the work, provide a refresher, and keep myself productive on a Saturday morning. I have 2 products and a philosophy to share, perfectly timed with the fast approaching holiday season and stay-at-home orders, suggesting we drink more wine from the comforts of our couch.
Product Number 1:
I've been adding this chemical to our pool weekly for three years and every weekend I chuckle at the design flaw of the bottle. It's comical to me and I wonder if other people share my thoughts (but don't tell me. I'm sure I could look it up).
This pic may not do the drippage justice |
I could probably report my complaint to the Leslie's Product Police, but I'll just share with you. And try to better make a point. No, I'm not telling you to add Perfect Weekly to your wine glass. Keep reading.
Previously, I hailed this as the best $4 investment of all time, and I stand by it today. In fact, I'm taking it a step further to say, invest $8 for a 50 pack of disc pour spouts, then give some away to improve the lives of those you love. If you don't use these, can we even really be friends?
Why people tolerate wine dripping down the bottle is beyond me. Do they do that with the milk carton too? Gross.
These discs are cheap, reusable and super reliable.
Ridiculous. Pick up one of these guys. The little hinge thing makes it super easy to use, and you'll look cool. Well, at least it makes me think that I look cool. I've purchased 2. Not because I broke one, but my sister's fancy opener was causing problems, so I got her one too. Game changer. Philosophy: We recently went to Kingman, Arizona for a baseball tournament. No shortage of reliable options for fast food and goods. But a quick Yelp search led us to Rickety Cricket Brewing for lunch. If you're the type of traveler that seeks out a Rickety Cricket over Del Taco, consider buying wine from somewhere other than Albertson's. Nothing wrong with the selection at the grocery store. You know what you'll get and the prices will be competitive. But, live a little. Check out your local wine shop or liquor store. There are so many quality (highly rated), well priced wines that never make it to the grocery store shelves. Try some. Hi-Time Wine Cellars in Costa Mesa is awesome, and delivers. And if you live near me, don't let the sketchy building & parking lot of El Cerrito Liquor fool ya. The place is an absolute gem. Happy holidays, friends. Cheers! |
"I am a firm believer that an empty bottle of wine is worth much more than a full one. Empty bottles remind us of the laughter, food, and friends that we enjoyed them with."
- Anthony Yount, Denner Winemaker
My grand reunion with Purple Tooth was going to be a witty one. I had a plan, man! But, sometimes life ain't fair. Yesterday was sometimes.
So, today, I creep back in, thanking you for empty bottles. And my neighbors, whose kitchen window is next to our recycling bin but never complain, I'll thank them too. Some bottles get recycled, some turned into candles, but all create a memory that we just might be able to hold on to.
Drink the good stuff. Empty bottles are better. Cheers!