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My wife is not a fan of char like myself and nearly the whole pizza loving world is, so this one is what I call the happy medium. It is probably one of the best pizzas I have made in the last few years and believe me, I have made a few. Simple: My 48 hour dough of 600g Caputo Americana and 200g Maio...

I have not made dough since right before New Years eve and have only had pizza maybe 3 times since. SInce December 23rd I have lost 17 pounds and dropped about 20 points on my sugar, so something is working I guess. Seemed like it was as good a time to dive back in. Nothing special, just a plain old...

Hello Members. Below is an idea how our winery can support charitable organizations working on the front lines for covid19 related relief. Normally at this time of year our warehouse is busy fulfilling out-of-State distributor orders. But this Spring nearly all of our distributors have been unable ...

I have a different take, Jeff. I have rescheduled my trip for October 26-November 7th. I suspect things should be as near normal by then, or at least I hope so. Seven months from this week. I have my AirB&B in place. The tickets will follow after this situation calms. The way I see it, Italy can use...

I'm in

Night two and I know what this reminds me of now.
Littorai Les Larmes.

Well done Michael! I just requested a Heli-12 pack

Just noted on this earlier today (Just got it today too!). It's awesome. Purple tinged 'majesty' edges, this has some prettiness on first sight. Fragrant and hi-toned blue/red fruitson nose; quite fragrant at that. Palate shows some deeply entwined cranberries, sassafras and orange peel which I do '...

Mike Pobega might remember exactly when, but at a SLONYC dinner many years ago, we attempted to stream the event. As I recall, there were some technical difficulties. But we were ahead of the curve, apparently. North Square, 12 of us and yes we were. 11 years https://clonyc.blogspot.com/2009/09/slo...

2016 Franny Beck Pinot Noir - USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley (3/18/2020) My first 'me' of the season. I was very excited to try this since hearing about them this past Berserkerday. FEDEX brings at 1:30 and I waited the obligatory 1 hour to insert my Coravin. Purple tinged 'majesty' edges, this has...

These is my Myriad, there are many like them but these are mine. lol

Which brings me to the most important question of the morning: as mine will be inbound next week, which should I share with the FedEx driver upon arrival?

I will be rebooking Italy for October 25-November 7th

Delta just changed its options and my kids tickets are much less flexible than mine. I will reimburse my kids and add Delta to my ban list quite soon. 4 hour wait for a call back right now.

thoughts on 2015 reserves?

The Booker Tempranillo EXT is awesome.

I have lost my 14 month planned Rome/Modena/Bologna/Orvieto/Casserta/Naples trip to the Coronavirus yesterday. Was March 31-April 15. Sad as it was with both of my adult children. Delta gave a full value voucher until end of year so they were great. My biggest hit was small tour operations in Modena...

I have seen someone pour from the dump-decanter (many varietals mixed) and taste what was believed to be Lafite. Unreal.

The guy who tunes up my heating system in October. Yes, here's that Nero D'Avola I ain't liking these days. My haircutter Giuseppe that loves jug wine, here you go-Joe, try this Barbaresco that's not spinning my fagiole anymore. The guy that tunes up my A/C in April, have this Pinot Noir I have fall...

I concur.

Congratulations Todd and team!

Would definitely do any of the Cabs on your list. 14 MACDONALD is awesome but needs a 6 hour double decant which you don't have.

I tried my hand at the Momofuko SSam Bar Brussel Sprouts. Pretty pretty good. Like any great dish, it's all about balance and I need to fine tune a bit next time.

Kevin, your pizzas look amazing!
Bravo!

I went from 130 bottles last year from Winelibrary alone to 6, maybe 10 once my LibraryPass ended.
I am giving most almost ALL of that business to WTSO. They have really stepped up their game in the last few years.
#freeshippingmatters

Jay, all jokes aside (why?

) this is a good crowd. You'll enjoy and eat and drink well.

I can certainly vouch for Jeff but not sure I am able to vouch for Jay at this time...

2016 Brick and Mortar Pinot Noir Cougar Rock Vineyard - USA, California, Napa Valley (2/11/2020) Grabbed a deal on WTSO and Just HAD to try it. Pretty on pour, light color with pretty purple tinges. Nose of exotic tea, baking spices with a tiny note of orange peel which I really dig. Creamy red ras...

Braise or pressure cooker. Like Mike, I also like to let them sit overnight and defat the next day, but if you are pressed for time, you can pour off most of it after a short cool down just by eyeballing. Daniel Boulud's years old recipe with celery duo is an excellent all purpose prep. Threw the p...

I myself find a low slow braise works best for these. 3 hours at 300 is perfect. Let chill over night, remove fat and 30 minutes roasted at 375-385 and these will just fall apart. I like to braise in red wine (Barolo?) after a decent salting and a roll in flour and quick brown all sides. Baby carrot...

Check Vine restaurant in San Clemente.

First opportunity to get to SSam Bar and I won't put too much time between now and my next. We decided to do everything family style. We started with a few orders of each, Steamed Buns (pork belly) and Shiitake Buns. These were both amazing. I am a big fan of anything pork belly. A great start indee...

Sherri, thats funny. I did just pick this up from FEDEX on Wednesday, so I also threw caution, and travel shock to the wind.
Robert, I agree.
Rich, you are right about the bricking.
Great wine. Wish I had more.

2009 Gaja Barbaresco - Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barbaresco (2/8/2020) Coravined & sampled 4 hours before opening at Momofuko Ssam Bar. Made me smile. Deep color that showed some age that I almost thought we had an issue just on sight. I was wrong. Nose of pure red raspberry and fragrant dried cranb...

2 for me. lol

Andrew M wrote: ↑
February 4th, 2020, 9:44 pm
I assume this needs a decant? If so, how long?

Good to do but not necessary. I am using my Coravin right into a small decanter and right into glass.

Yeah, my 2009 Gaja arrived today in top shape. Quick and easy seller. Thanks!

Just opened my fifth bottle leaving me 13. I just went back for six more. I thought this was closing but when served at the right temperature, this is quite amazing. 2016 Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco - Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barbaresco (9/11/2019) Such a pretty wine; balanced and fragrant....

Maybe just me. I had two Giacosa's in the cart and decided not to pull trigger a few times over the last couple of days.

Historically 20-30% higher, so, yeah, $100 off $300 is a wash.

While it has been touched upon in other threads, I want to share another personal story that has been sent to me, showing just how significant BerserkerDay can be for a small winery. It really has become a way to champion tiny producers, and connect eager wine lovers with promising young winemaking...

2015 Ehlers Estate Cabernet Sauvignon "1886"

Doesn't Champagne just go with EVERYTHING?

'11 was always the odd bird in Steve's flock.
To me, it was atypical Coombsville and it was probably due to a few things happening all at once the largest influence was vintage and maybe oak treatment, but what do I know. He has always kept it close to his heart.

Consistent that Pobega. Lol

2010 Congruence Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve - USA, California, Napa Valley, Coombsville (1/29/2020) What an amazing expression of pure Napa Cabernet this is. Steve must be quite proud. Dark and ominous without much brown edges, this has a nose of pure black cassis and cardamom with just a bit of pen...

AndrewH wrote: ↑
January 29th, 2020, 7:34 am
I did well . . . at moderating my purchases somewhat. Cabot, Soujourn, Sandler, Ladd, Liquid Farm, and Ridge . . . .with the last one arriving today! [paging Mr. Pobega . . . ]

lol. Go nuts. I'd start with the Sandler ...

I'm a 'middle-world' guy and am quite happy with the SALT Vine (3) and Franny Beck Pinots (6) i grabbed. I like to try new wines during this celebration. The really good news is that there were no Barolo & Barbaresco offerings as I have spent the last 2 years acquiring all I could, upwards of 150 b...

I'm a 'middle-world' guy and am quite happy with the SALT Vine (3) and Franny Beck Pinots (6) i grabbed. I like to try new wines during this celebration. The really good news is that there were no Barolo & Barbaresco offerings as I have spent the last 2 years acquiring all I could, upwards of 150 bo...

After much deliberation on where my Pinot dollars are going, I have pulled the trigger on the Showcase 6 pack pinot. First time and excited.

Cheers!

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