The year of 2015 was a seriously difficult year for me. Why? I was leaving the military after four years of service (not as long as most people I know) but in those four years I had seen and experienced A LOT. Transitioning out of the military wasn't the hardest part - it was learning how to survive...

The Wine Highlight of the Week: 2016 Purple Heart Wine

The 2016 Purple Heart wine is crafted from hand-selected lots of pristine Sonoma County fruit, with both Alexander Valley and Dry Creek Valley vineyards figuring prominently. This medium-bodied offering opens with bright aromas of raspberries and cedar that precede richly textured notes of dark fruit and black currant on the palate. The wine’s finely balanced tannins give it a long, velvety mouthfeel with hints of caramelized brown sugar lingering through the finish. Drinking beautifully upon release, it will continue to gain complexity and grace with 4-5 years of cellaring. To purchase your bottle you can find this wine at most Kroger stores in the United States or on their website www.purpleheartwines.com

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