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Graham Sorry that you & Pauline have to deal with this. I am impressed at how responsive your Water Board is. Do anticipate any damage to your lawn, trees, bushes or flowers?

You were nicer in your teasing than I was. Sorry Rich!

Thank you for today’s FR & D, Rich! Today in History: on this date in 2023 CC’s Dailyites learned that NOTHING HAPPENED! It was 57 already when Bindi & I headed out, so perhaps we will return to more seasonal temps for a bit. Would love to get more kayaking in before winter arrives. Vanessa thank you for keeping up with us. Praying that you soon find relief for your pain. I marvel at what you accomplish, in spite of it. Gym, Bindi walks, a visit from a couple of arborists to look at a few of my trees. 🤞🏻 my two oldest oaks can be saved with a really good trim. BTW - red wine lovers if you ever have a chance to taste a Pinotage - do it. The one I tried was amazing. A super fruity nose, but it had amazing body and taste. Chores should fill out my day. Prayers for all who need our support. Especially those who are dealing with debilitating pain or conditions. Cheers to all who are celebrating. @rafinmd Roy, safe travels today. Rest well. May we each find a reason to smile today! ********* Octopoda Pinot Noir Consumers love this California Pinot Noir. Always willing to try a Pinot Noir, though I prefer a fuller bodied PN, which is rare for them. Widely available, with online prices starting at $17.99. Distributor notes What makes the Russian River Valley so special? For starters this sub-appellation in Sonoma County is home to some of the top producers of California Pinot Noir & Chardonnay. The seasonal fog and tempering effects of the Pacific Ocean gives this region an uncommonly long growing season, and creates ideal conditions for cool climate varietals. The Wine Buyer: 91 Points "Complex, lively and well-balanced. This Russian River Pinot Noir features pure flavors of plum, pomegranate, loganberry and strawberry which are lined with spice, shades of mineral and a hint of tea. Engaging finish supported by supple tannins." The Wine Buyer, 91 Points

Lorraine! I can almost see Murphy’s determination in her look! Precious. A true miracle!❤️

Thank you!

Oh yeah! Well here is Santa in Florida! 😎 That is one HUGE flamingo!

Thank you for today’s FR & D, Rich! It was 42 this morning when Bindi and I headed out. But if today is anything like yesterday, I will be thrilled. Clear, cloudless, bright blue, sunny sky with a hint of a breeze. Picture perfect. Vanessa, thank you for capturing & sharing our happenings! I was shocked to read what you endured yesterday. I hope today is 1,000 times better for you. Praying that you get permanent relief for your pain - soon. Gym, Bindi walks, lots of chores & maybe a visit to my local wine bar. One of their featured wines this week is a Pinotage. A unique wine created by a hybrid grape made from Pinot Noir & Cinsault. Sounds fascinating. Anyone familiar with this wine? Prayers for all who need our support. Especially those with debilitating pain or conditions. Cheers to all who are celebrating. @rafinmd Roy, I am cheering the fact that you were discharged, but I am praying that you make it home safely & without any of the crazy stuff that travel often exposes us to. May we each find a reason to smile today! ************ 2019 Rebellious red blend This is an amazing red blend whose list of varietals reads like “everything but the kitchen sink”. But don’t let that fool you, it is smooth, dry and a bit on the bold side. Consumers give it an excellent review. Readily available with online prices starting at $16.99. Winemaker Notes This wine presents abundant aromas of dark cherry and strawberry jam, brown sugar, dark chocolate and cola with hints of cardamom, black pepper, sandalwood and licorice. The bright and vibrant entry accentuates flavors of fresh blueberries and allspice that linger into a creamy, rich mid-palate and ends with a luxurious finish. Blend: 42% Zinfandel, 27% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 7% Petite Sirah, 7% Syrah, 7% Mourvèdre, 1% Sauvignon Blanc

Thank you so much!

Have you ever visited the Salt room? I was thinking that might a good activity on a port day, when fewer folk were on the ship. My app does not show the charge to visit it. I could not find it listed on the Dailies. Any clue?

Thank you for today’s FR & D, Rich! Tis a nippy 40 this morning, but the skies are clear and it looks to be a beautiful day. Yesterday was off and on sunny and just windy enough to make the low 50s temp feel cooler. Vanessa, thank you for keeping up with all of us. I won’t belittle what other contributors post, but you have to hit a moving target. Things are always changing with us. Praying that you get relief for your pain. - soon. @rafinmd Roy, loved reading you took a test walk! You probably know better than I do how critical getting up & moving is to recovery. Praying you are on your way home soon. Today I get a manicure, wash my area rugs, walk with Bindi, do my HIIT class and just a bunch of normal chores. This is dedicated to those in Upstate New York…. Prayers for all who need our support. Especially those with debilitating pain and conditions. @smitty34877 you and Tana are often in my thoughts. Cheers to all who are celebrating. May we each find a reason to smile today. ********* Barba I Vasari Old Vines Montepulciano This Italian red has lots of consumer fans, is widely available and reasonably priced. Check your local Total Wine - mine is offering it on special for $9.99. Online prices start at $16.99. Wine Enthusiast 91 Savory aromas of olive and tomato paste meld with a rich blackberry jam core. The medium-bodied palate blends sweet and savory accents on top of plush berry flavors. Glossy tannins and bright acidity provide a well-meshed frame.

Thank you for today’s FR & D, Rich! Well it is 47 and our cold water is cold! Winter is coming. I had to wear socks with my Tevas this morning. I have turned into a Florida wimp!😎 Yesterday turned into a spectacular day: sunny and low sixties. It is a bit cloudy right now, so not sure what to expect. Vanessa, thank you for keeping up with our happenings. Praying that you find relief for your pain - soon! @rafinmd Roy, praying that the medical folk get you back on your feet soon. Have you let your niece know what is happening? You might not want to worry her, but you know she would want to know. Gym, Bindi walks, chores and meeting with neighbors to discuss decorating the cul de sac. Maybe there will be some wine. 😉 Prayers for all who need our support. Especially those suffering from debilitating pain or conditions. Cheers to all who are celebrating! May we each find a reason to smile today! ************* Parcelica Chica Monastrell 2019 I admit I had no clue what to expect when I started to research this Spanish red blend. Its name gave away nothing to me. 😎. But I would definitely love to taste this one! Might be a bit too bold for me, but maybe not. I used the 2019 vintage info, since it is still very available and is ready to enjoy now. Online prices start at a very reasonable $9.99 - which makes it an easy one to try! 91 James Suckling James Suckling-Murcia, Spain - "A very rich, juicy wine with the alcohol coming through, but there's plenty of blue fruit and polished, chewy tannins. Flavorful finish. New wood comes through. Yet, I like the opulence and the flavors here." Product Details Spain: Region Yecla Red blend ABV 14.5% Fruity, Oak Full-bodied

Thank you for today’s FR & D, Rich! Florida had a record number of turtle nests that survived the season this year! We adopt nests and help tend them through hatching. If really lucky, we get to witness a hatching. May record numbers of hatchlings survive! Yesterday was warm, but it rained off & on most of the day. Bindi kept looking at me as if she expected me to stop it! If only. Vanessa, thank you for keeping up with us. I pray that you get relief from your pain - soon. Gym, Bindi walks - though it was still spitting here this morning. Cooler temps coming. Lots of chores. Need to wash the Christmas linens & towels. Prayers for all who need our support. Especially those with debilitating pain or conditions. @rafinmd Roy, hope you are back on your feet soon. Cheers to all who are celebrating. @smitty34877 Terry, glad you survived the endless I-84 trek. How I dreaded that drive. If you ever drive I-4 in Florida, you will see back-ups that challenge the worst of I-84s. May we each find a reason to smile today. *********** Primaterra Pinot Nero 2019 This light, dry red from Italy has quite a few consumer fans who think it is very good - excellent. I used the 2019 vintage info, since it seems to be the most recent vintage with info available. I would love a sip. Quite a few online distributors with prices starting at $9.99. Distributor’s notes COLOR: Red colored, not overly pronounced, generally bright. FRAGRANCE: Distinctive aroma of red berries, currant, blackberry, raspberry. FLAVOUR: Excellent versatility thanks to its good drinkability and refinement over time. Medium bodied, lively, elegant and with good freshness.

Roy Thank you for letting us know. And thank you for knowing yourself well enough to know when something is not quite right. Ann

Thank you for today’s FR & D, Rich! Yesterday turned out to be a lovely day. A couple of really long Bindi walks. And a great dinner with friends. The frozen Argentinian red shrimp from Aldi are as amazing as their frozen scallops. A little lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic and a tiny bit of butter - yummo! Vanessa, thank you for keeping up with us. I still can’t believe some of the things you keep track of! Praying that you find a solution to your pain. Gym, Aldi, Bindi walks & Christmas decorating are on the agenda today. It is already 66 & I hope the rain holds off until later tonight. Praying for all who need our support. Especially those with debilitating pain and conditions. @StLouisCruisers Sandi, hope you feel better. Cheers to all who are celebrating. @smitty34877 Terry, hope you made it home safely. Glad you got away for awhile to rejuvenate your spirit. May we each find a reason to smile today! *********** 2020 Bread & Butter Pinot Noir This Pinot Noir has thousands of consumer fans that give it a very good - excellent review! Easy to find and easy on the budget. Online distributor prices start at $13.99. BTW this vintner makes a great Chardonnay! Distributor notes NOSE: This Pinot Noir is all about that juicy red fruit. Think cherries and raspberries with a touch of cassis. Delicate hints of cedar and bay leaf balance the sweetness of the fruit, creating an enduring bouquet. MOUTH: That luscious fruit bouquet continues onto the palate, where it’s joined by soft flavors of oak and savory notes. The rich mouth feel is complemented by a long and beautifully smooth finish. PAIRINGS: This Pinot Noir pairs lovingly with flavor-rich dishes like barbeque, salmon, quail, and lamb.

Thank you for today’s FR & D, Rich! Yesterday was wet & raw. I had hoped to kayak, but no luck. But I got all the Christmas stuff out & deep cleaned all the areas they’ll go, so when my family is here on Sunday, we can get started. Vanessa, thank you for taking such amazing care of our lists. I noticed you didn’t believe you had any hidden talents. But you are WRONG. You have the amazing talent for ferreting out birthdays, anniversaries, important happenings and reasons to smile. And then sharing them. I pray that you will soon have a permanent relief to your pain. Zumba, Bindi walks, chores, cooking some garlic lemon shrimp for supper at a friends & picking up Panera Baja bowls on the way. And we will try some dark chocolate balls filled with limoncello from The Vermont Country store for dessert. Her oldest daughter is in town, and we will be decorating her place for Christmas. Prayers for all who need our support. Especially those suffering from debilitating pain or conditions. Cheers to all who are celebrating! @smitty34877 Terry, safe travels home today. Smart to go today. May we each find a reason to smile today! *********** 2020 Cass Viognier I would love to try this Paso Robles Viognier. It sounds interesting. A “racy” wine- c’mon! I usually see Viognier in a blend, or helping to smooth out a Syrah, not sure if I have ever had one as the star attraction. Available from a decent number of online distributors with prices starting at $19.99. 91 Wine Enthusiast REGION Central Coast ALCOHOL 14.5% Sour lime cuts right through the opulently floral aromas of gardenia, daffodil and tuberose on the nose of this bottling. The acidity is very racy on the palate, setting up tight and bright flavors of jasmine, mango and guava that retain freshness rather than ripeness.

It is time to play “Find the Buck”….. weird the pic wouldn’t load when I tried to reduce the size. 🤔

Debbie I loved your pictures of your family & feast. You are giving River some wonderful memories!

Safe travels, Roy!

Thank you for today’s FR & D, Rich! It was a few degrees warmer this morning, and our sunrise was a gorgeous red-orange. Showers are expected, but the past two times showers were predicted, they never showed up. Yesterday was a great day and though not totally decorated - my Christmas tree is up. Vanessa, thank you for keeping up with our happenings. Praying that your medical team finds permanent relief for you. Today is filled with gym, Bindi walks and chores. I also need to do some Daily wine list work. To close out our Thanksgiving Day….. Prayers for all who need our support, especially those suffering from debilitating pain. @smitty34877 Terry, praying for you, Tana, your family & support teams. I hope you were able to enjoy yesterday. Cheers to all who are celebrating! May we each find a reason to smile today! ****** 2016 Arboleda Cabernet Sauvignon This Chilean Cab has lots of consumer fans. It is available from a decent number of brick & mortar stores starting with a reasonable price of $24.95. Winemaker Notes This bright, deep ruby-red Cabernet Sauvignon is very appealing on the nose with a complex character of black fruits. Pleasing aromas of black cherry, raspberry, tea leaf, tobacco, clove, chocolate and a soft smoky touch appear as it opens. This is a wine with great balance and structure, and its firm, fine-grained tannins contribute to its elegant texture, complemented by a full mid-palate and delightful juiciness. 92James Suckling Blackcurrants and fresh herbs such as basil on the nose. Medium body, firm and silky tannins. Subtle complexity. Understated. 90Robert Parker's Wine Advocate The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon contains 5% Cabernet Franc and 4% Syrah from vines planted in 1999 on alluvial soils. It fermented in stainless steel with selected yeasts and matured in French barriques (25% new) for 12 months. It's serious, classical and balanced, produced in a more elegant and harmonious style. It's nicely textured, with elegance and high drinkability. Rating: 90+

Oh, Jack! ❤️

Thank you for today’s FR & D, Rich! Happy Thanksgiving to my fellow celebrants! It is 17 degrees cooler here this morning. And at 51 - it feels like Fall! Highs will only be in the mid-60s. But sunny & clear! Vanessa, thank you for keeping up with our happenings. Praying that you find relief from your pain. Heading to the gym for a quick workout, then Bindi walks, Thanksgiving dinner & putting up the Christmas tree should keep me busy the rest of the day. Prayers for all who need our support. @ger_77 Gerry, praying that all is well with DH. May all suffering from debilitating pain find relief - soon. Cheers to all who are celebrating. @smitty34877 Terry, thinking if you today. Lou is all around you. May we each find a reason to smile today! *********** 2019 Matt Parish Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Sorry everyone - another Naked wine. But this is an amazing Cab, so if you are a Member, or know one - try this. Consumers think it is excellent - superb! It can be yours for $39.99. Distributor’s notes Iconic 99% rated Napa Cabernet This decadent Reserve Cabernet is as luxurious and elegant as Napa Cabernet gets, with rich, complex flavors of dark fruits and a toasty touch of oak from barrel aging that unfold into a long, velvety-smooth finish. Your support helped Napa legend Matt Parish select grapes for his Reserve Cabernet from top tier vineyards set in the valley's historic Rutherford and Oakville regions, home to some of the most sought-after Cabernet in the U.S. Angels snatch up every vintage of this Napa Cabernet as soon as it’s released. With a lifetime 95% rating, you can bet it’s bound to sell out this year just as quickly. Blink and you'll miss it! This Cabernet was made to age for 10+ years, with an ideal drinking time between 3 and 7 years after release. Serve at around 58ºF, uncork and let it rest for 30 minutes to an hour, then decant it and enjoy. Definitely pair with heartier fare - filet mignon and other fine cuts of beef are ideal food partners.

Have a wonderful trip!

Happy Birthday @1ANGELCAT May your new year & decade be filled with laughter, love & great health!

Thank you for today’s FR& D, Rich! It is a lovely morning, though we expect rain sometime today. Yesterday was gorgeous. Vanessa, thank you for keeping up with all of us, in spite of your pain. I pray that you and everyone suffering from the debilitating pain finds permanent relief. I marvel at what each of you is able to accomplish in spite of the pain. Gym, haircut, Bindi walks, chores and pulling out the Christmas tree & it’s decorations so we can put it up tomorrow. Who knows we might have enough energy to decorate it too! Prayers for all who need our support. Cheers to all who are celebrating. @smitty34877 Terry, thank you for sharing the picture of your precious charge. May we each find a reason to smile today. ********* Maggio Family Vineyards Merlot 2020 Today’s wine has a lot of fans in the consumer leagues, is available in a decent number of places and comes with a price that makes it easy to try. Online prices start at $9.99. I used the 2020 vintage info, because I found this neat fact sheet! Distributor notes Rich black fruit, chocolate and a touch of baking spice. Concentrated flavors with hints of dried cherry and raspberry on the palate with a plush mouth feel and round tannins. THE VINEYARDS The fruit for our Maggio Family Vineyards wine is sourced entirely from our sustainably farmed, family-owned estate vineyards in Lodi, CA. Lodi enjoys warm days and cool nights which allows the grapes to fully ripen while maintaining their natural acidity. THE VINTAGE The season got off to a slightly later start, with a delayed bud break across the region. Weather impacts on bloom contributed to a lighter crop for some varieties. Excellent quality fruit, with great freshness and vibrancy, and good flavors at lower sugar levels. COMPOSITION 86% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot 4% Malbec AGING 9 months 60% French oak, 40% American oak

Thank you for today’s FR & D, Rich! Odd Socks Day?🤔 Yesterday was another perfect weather day. Today is a bit cloudy but much warmer. Vanessa, thank you for keeping up with our happenings. Praying that you and all the Dailyites suffering from debilitating pain find permanent relief - soon. Gym, Bindi walks, a visit to the HOA, and chores. I might even wash my car. It has spent a few hours near the ocean & it shows. Should keep me busy. Prayers for all who need our support. Cheers to all who are celebrating! @smitty34877Terry hope you are enjoying yourself! May we each find a reason to smile today. ********** 2020 Dave Harvey GSMmm Walla Walla Note the additional “mm”s in this GSM. It is intentional. This is another Naked wine and red blend lovers who are members or know a member might just want try this one. It can be yours for $15.99. Distributor notes Ripe, juicy Syrah from your champion of Washington reds This rich red blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre packs a ripe punch of blackberries and blueberries that ride a smooth, juicy texture into a soft, lingering finish. With a winemaker this adventurous, this big, brooding red is anything but your standard Syrah. Sip through to try and spot the extra mmm’s (Merlot and Malbec) that give this red its layers of complexity and elegance. Wines this unique wouldn’t exist without the support of Angels like you. Your funding helps Dave make his dream wines, and you get to taste the delicious rewards. GS”Mmm” indeed! This GSM is delicious now and will keep aging well for up to 5 years. Decant this red after opening and give it about 30 minutes or so to open up. Montana-raised lamb chops marinated in garlic rosemary and oregano would be the perfect match.