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Title: Tobin James - excellent wine out of Paso Robles
Post by: pz on November 09, 2013, 06:57:04 PM
We like to travel to just about any wine area we can, and fortunately the excellent Washington wineries are right next door.  I can't count the number of places we've visited, but we never purchase at the winery (unless it is not distributed).  Here's a funny story: we were visiting the Waterbrook tasting room in Walla Walla, and I asked the gal at the counter why their bottle price was more expensive than the same bottle at Albertson's (grocery store) - she replied "they can afford to sell it cheaper"  ;D

This is our latest shipment
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-h9_1tSPYqB0/Un7Jh1pSHMI/AAAAAAAAE-Y/5bHfDuWIyI4/w1347-h898-no/IMG_2723.JPG)
Title: Re: Tobin James - excellent wine out of Paso Robles
Post by: SiFumar on November 09, 2013, 07:25:28 PM
How you like the free gift?  ;D I like their wine a lot....I get 2 shipments from them, twice a year. My son worked out in Paso so we visited a lot.  Disappointed no "Fat Boy" this time....well hopefully in the Spring!  Enjoy!
Title: Re: Tobin James - excellent wine out of Paso Robles
Post by: muebe on November 09, 2013, 07:53:14 PM
My aunt would always stop at their winery on the way from Lake San Antonio. I am not a wine drinker but she really seemed to be fond of it. She would leave with a couple cases.
Title: Re: Tobin James - excellent wine out of Paso Robles
Post by: drholly on November 09, 2013, 09:47:05 PM
Quote from: pz on November 09, 2013, 06:57:04 PM
We like to travel to just about any wine area we can, and fortunately the excellent Washington wineries are right next door.  I can't count the number of places we've visited, but we never purchase at the winery (unless it is not distributed).  Here's a funny story: we were visiting the Waterbrook tasting room in Walla Walla, and I asked the gal at the counter why their bottle price was more expensive than the same bottle at Albertson's (grocery store) - she replied "they can afford to sell it cheaper"  ;D

This is our latest shipment
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-h9_1tSPYqB0/Un7Jh1pSHMI/AAAAAAAAE-Y/5bHfDuWIyI4/w1347-h898-no/IMG_2723.JPG)

Great story!
Title: Re: Tobin James - excellent wine out of Paso Robles
Post by: pz on November 10, 2013, 12:36:47 AM
Quote from: SiFumar on November 09, 2013, 07:25:28 PM
How you like the free gift?  ;D I like their wine a lot....I get 2 shipments from them, twice a year. My son worked out in Paso so we visited a lot.  Disappointed no "Fat Boy" this time....well hopefully in the Spring!  Enjoy!

Wow, I never thought I'd find another Tobin James aficionado! Have you stayed in their B&B?  For those that have not visited, if you purchase a case of wine at the winery, you can stay in their B&B, which is fantastic.

We love the current gift!  Tobin James pillow this time that matches the Tobin James blankies we received on two prior shipments (we used the blankies for his and hers in the RV).  We're also disappointed that Fat Boy was not included this time, but we drank the 2010 James Gang Reserve Syrah the day we opened the box - was absolutely delicious, and about as good as Fat Boy.  One thing we noted however, is that it is best to drink the bottle the same day, because the next day it was not nearly as good.

I've devoted an entire rack in the cellar for TJ wines - which go back to 2003, including a few Fat Boys.

When visiting Paso, we always stop at the Albertson's because they carry most of the wines of the area, and their buyer has been quite knowledgeable.  We've never left that grocery store with less than 5 cases of wine - good thing we travel in an RV  ;D
Title: Re: Tobin James - excellent wine out of Paso Robles
Post by: sliding_billy on November 10, 2013, 05:57:11 AM
Nice looking stash.
Title: Re: Tobin James - excellent wine out of Paso Robles
Post by: fishingbouchman on November 10, 2013, 01:12:56 PM
Darn wife again.  Can't do bacon and doesn't like wine.  so I limit my consumption of both.  Would love to do a wine tour but don't because she wouldn't go. 
Title: Re: Tobin James - excellent wine out of Paso Robles
Post by: Old Hickory on November 10, 2013, 02:10:19 PM
Have you tried the Paso Robles J. Lohr wines?  Their reds are awesome.  ( I live 12 miles South of Paso Robles,,,,, yes it's truly " wine country " ).
Title: Re: Tobin James - excellent wine out of Paso Robles
Post by: pz on November 10, 2013, 03:25:03 PM
Quote from: Old Hickory on November 10, 2013, 02:10:19 PM
Have you tried the Paso Robles J. Lohr wines?  Their reds are awesome.  ( I live 12 miles South of Paso Robles,,,,, yes it's truly " wine country " ).

Yes, indeed, and in fact, we used J. Lohr cab as our wine of choice for our wedding - long enough ago so that it was only $9 per bottle
Title: Re: Tobin James - excellent wine out of Paso Robles
Post by: SiFumar on November 11, 2013, 02:27:17 AM
Quote from: fishingbouchman on November 10, 2013, 01:12:56 PM
Darn wife again.  Can't do bacon and doesn't like wine.  so I limit my consumption of both.  Would love to do a wine tour but don't because she wouldn't go.

My husband doesn't like wine...but he enjoys going with me.  A lot of the winery's sell cheese, crackers, sandwiches, etc. and have nice picnic areas where you can just sit and enjoy the views.  Or even bring your own snacks.  My husband even brings a beer or two to enjoy.  If she doesn't drink she can tell them them she's the DD and they'll give her a free bottle of water or soda for free!  There is a lovely winery call Sculpterra that has a beautiful sculpture garden.  I hope she'll change her mind!

Quote from: pz on November 10, 2013, 12:36:47 AM
Quote from: SiFumar on November 09, 2013, 07:25:28 PM
How you like the free gift?  ;D I like their wine a lot....I get 2 shipments from them, twice a year. My son worked out in Paso so we visited a lot.  Disappointed no "Fat Boy" this time....well hopefully in the Spring!  Enjoy!

Wow, I never thought I'd find another Tobin James aficionado! Have you stayed in their B&B?  For those that have not visited, if you purchase a case of wine at the winery, you can stay in their B&B, which is fantastic.

We love the current gift!  Tobin James pillow this time that matches the Tobin James blankies we received on two prior shipments (we used the blankies for his and hers in the RV).  We're also disappointed that Fat Boy was not included this time, but we drank the 2010 James Gang Reserve Syrah the day we opened the box - was absolutely delicious, and about as good as Fat Boy.  One thing we noted however, is that it is best to drink the bottle the same day, because the next day it was not nearly as good.

I've devoted an entire rack in the cellar for TJ wines - which go back to 2003, including a few Fat Boys.

When visiting Paso, we always stop at the Albertson's because they carry most of the wines of the area, and their buyer has been quite knowledgeable.  We've never left that grocery store with less than 5 cases of wine - good thing we travel in an RV  ;D

We usually stayed with our son while out there...so didn't have a chance to try their  B&B. We bought a lot at Albertsons too!  Lucky you to have a wine cellar!  I just have a wine refrigerator.