Monthly Archives: July 2011

CLOS DE LOS SIETE 2005

Posted on July 28, 2011 by John Galea

I’ve had this one in the cellar for the last 4 years and decided it was time to give it a whirl. The wine is dark inky in color. Mild black berries come through on the nose. On the mid … Continue reading →

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2010 Greenlane Old Vines Riesling

Posted on July 26, 2011 by CanadianWineGuy

On such a nice summer day it is difficult not to want a fresh crisp white wine to relax with. Today is one of those days and a 2010 Greenlane Estates Winery Old Vines Riesling is the wine of choice. … Continue reading →

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Epilogue Part 2 of the Route 66 Drive: Gertrude

Posted on July 25, 2011 by CanadianWineGuy

As John continues with reviews I will continue my post Route 66 trip with part two of what appears to be a three part epilogue. A great many folks have asked me how and why I would name the Ferrari … Continue reading →

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2003 30 Bench Cab Franc

Posted on July 24, 2011 by John Galea

Managing a wine cellar means keeping an eye on the expected life of the wine to insure that you don’t keep it so long as to be past it’s prime. I brought out a 2002 Peter Lehman and discovered to … Continue reading →

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Epilogue Part 1 of the Route 66 Drive: How I came to want a 308 GTB

Posted on July 19, 2011 by CanadianWineGuy

So it is the Tuesday after the adventure of buying a classic Ferrari sight unseen then driving it 2700+ miles across the USA during one of the hottest weeks of the year. Guess it is time to put on my … Continue reading →

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Final Day (aka day 6 part deux)

Posted on July 14, 2011 by CanadianWineGuy

We are home. I am exhausted. 2757 miles, 10 states, 1 province with a 22 week pregnant navigator, all in 6 days, I am done. Full write up to follow in the coming days, till then, the welcome photo!

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Day 6

Posted on July 14, 2011 by CanadianWineGuy

Very short post (will do a full blog this evening): Gertrude is officially Canadian now. We are pit-stopping currently in Strathroy, Ontario to refuel Preggers. A few pics from today.

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Day 5, Epilogue

Posted on July 13, 2011 by CanadianWineGuy

Nothing more to talk about drive wise as we spent all day enjoying Chicago. Maternity clothes and skin care took over the shopping with great food (Frankie’s Scaloppine and Blackbird’s) to close the deal. Thank you to the Park Hyatt … Continue reading →

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Day 5

Posted on July 13, 2011 by CanadianWineGuy

No sooner did it begin then it ended! Some 150 miles and we are in the heart of Chicago, checked into the Park Hyatt and Gertrude valet’d. Rest of the day is pampering and no driving, all involved I think … Continue reading →

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Day 4

Posted on July 12, 2011 by CanadianWineGuy

What a day, what a Looooong day. Gertrude the GTB’s air conditioning is officially dead. Not the fuse, not freezing and not the r134 charge (done less than a week ago), just dead, put a nail in that coffin till … Continue reading →

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end of Day 3

Posted on July 11, 2011 by CanadianWineGuy

What a day! Early start, lots of historic Route 66, a meet up with a fellow Canadian Ferrari owner (shout out to Glen aka ‘Otis’) in Oklahoma City and an amazingly complete trek along 66′ to end of Tulsa. Half … Continue reading →

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day 3

Posted on July 11, 2011 by CanadianWineGuy

Nice early start, sunny and cooler (80s). Even with the sun in our eyes it is a magical start, with the understated growl of Gertrude and the backside of Tucumcari in the review mirror. Amarillo TX was disappointing for route … Continue reading →

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end of Day 2

Posted on July 10, 2011 by CanadianWineGuy

Well that was a long day! From Flagstaff we covered 525 miles with a few rain showers and high heat. Route 66 in New Mexico is a bit less picturesque than Arizona. We are settled into Tucumcari New Mexico for … Continue reading →

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Day 2

Posted on July 10, 2011 by CanadianWineGuy

Just landed in Gallop after an early start. All good, though it is HOT!

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Final Day 1

Posted on July 9, 2011 by CanadianWineGuy

End of a great first day.nThe 308 handled itself beautifully despite 114F temperatures, sea level to 7200 feet and a few rain storms. We are safe and sound in Flagstaff and all involved (including the as yet unnamed GTB) needed … Continue reading →

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Day 1 part 2

Posted on July 9, 2011 by CanadianWineGuy

We are past Kingman and on Route 66. Amazing drive so far with a stop at Hoover Dam!

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Day 1: Pickup

Posted on July 9, 2011 by CanadianWineGuy

Car is exactly as expected, minus radio not working, idles great, drives even better. Mrs CWG is landing in 90 and we are about to roll. First stops: Ferrari-Wynn at the Wynn resort to get two official hats Hoover Dam … Continue reading →

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Well here we go

Posted on July 7, 2011 by CanadianWineGuy

Since I was a child I have always loved the famous song by Bobby Troup, “(Get Your Kicks On) Route 66.” The thought of traveling along the road to all those cities interested and nagged at me. Well many years … Continue reading →

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NAPA CREEK CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2009

Posted on July 5, 2011 by John Galea

When I hear Napa Cab my taste buds get started. Yum. This one is dark in color with a slightly sweet nose with some cherries and dark fruits coming through. On the mid pallet the wine starts out with varietal … Continue reading →

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