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David Kaufman

From the save the date email this morning. One of my favorite producers. Who else is buying next week? Greetings from the Winery. With pleasure we announce our upcoming annual release. Time: Tuesday, January 22, 2019 -- NOON (EST) Wines: 2016 Materium Cabernet 2016 Amoenus Cabernet 2017 Eterium Sono...

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Going to Catch at Aria this weekend. Can't find anything about their wine list or corkage policy. Anyone been?

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Updated for sold

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Bump, with some new additions

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RobertM. wrote: ↑
October 16th, 2018, 10:33 pm
I got an email that my 2012 Pinot Noir is shipping out on October 22nd (weather permitting). I emailed Jennifer regarding the 2013 Chardonnay and she said there is no ETA on it just yet.

Thank you Robert!

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Daniel Kim wrote: ↑
October 15th, 2018, 8:49 am
The 2012 Chardonnay shipped last year. Did you mean the 13?

Yes, thank you. Corrected

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The ‘12 Pinot mailer suggested that the 100pt 2013 chardonnnay would be offered in the fall and that shipping for both the Pinot and chard would take place in time for Dungeness crab season. I received word that the pinots will be shipping mid-Nov, but have yet to receive the Chardonnay mailer. Anyo...

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Anyone make it to the active list this year?

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I ate lunch there earlier this year and the service was terrible. Sat at the bar and the bartender was unpleasant and rolled his eyes when my wife asked to accommodate an allergy. And I remember it was literally freezing in the restaurant (it was cold outside so as though they didn’t bother to turn ...

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Had the pleasure of sharing a bottle of the 2015 with Alex at their property earlier this year. It is really fantastic stuff!

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Assuming a 750ml, I’d say $150 is a fair valuation. If it has “raised wheat” embossing on the glass, maybe a bit higher.

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BUMP with updates and price reductions

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Take your pick:

2017 Release (usual small hairline crack in wax) - SOLD
2018 Release (perfect) - SOLD

Plus actual shipping cost or you provide a label. Typical WB seller terms apply...

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1982 Biondi-Santi Riserva from my boss a Xmas

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I'm not arguing the truth of your statement, but where in the OP did he say anything about the friend or groomsmen being novices? I didn't see a reason to assume he valued a label, since it wasn't one of the stated criteria. I know the groom is far from a Scotch novice, but I can’t speak to the res...

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Kris Patten wrote:Balvenie 21 Portwood is one of my absolute favorites, wins my vote.

*we sell Balvenie along with most others listed by OP.

This inspired me to pour a dram of this from my collection. I forgot just how smooth and delicious this is. Great pour; great suggestion

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Peter Petersen wrote:Springbank 18 sounds like it’d fit all the criteria.

Only had this once but I recall it was on the peatier side. Is that true or am I misremembering?

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One of my best friends is getting married next month and the groomsmen want to get a bottle of scotch for us to drink beforehand while we get ready for the event. Here are my criteria: -Must be under $250 -Must NOT be peated -Must NOT be a sherry-bomb (a little sherry is OK) -Must be age stated (fee...

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Pending

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Alan - it’s a limited release similar to the RR1998 that came out a few years ago. I think retail is around $300-350. If you don’t buy it for yourself, I’d gladly take it at that price.

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Bump; a few inquiries thus far but nothing solidified

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Will take no kids in trade as I have enough of those already, but will consider wine/champagne/whisky!

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Received this as a gift from a good friend with a deep luxury watch collection. Case and band are in excellent condition, and I just had it in for a routine service/cleaning about 90 days ago. Condition: Excellent (there is a tiny speck of dust or similar b/w the 9 and 10 on the face -- see pics) Mo...

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Bump with a Pappy thrown in the mix

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Thanks for all the advice here. We are still trying to decide if it’s worth fighting the crowds or just watching it with friends/family on their couch (on tv)

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Thanks Mike.

I echo these same sentiments for Mike. He bought from me and paid instantly and was very communicative the whole time!

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Taking the family to NYC the week of the Fourth. I just read that the Macy's fireworks show is being held on the East River this year (apparently it alternates between there and the Hudson). Anyone have tips for the best place to view the show with 2 younger (5, 6) children? Are there restaurants in...

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I didn't receive anything

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Grilled turned out fantastic. The 08 Jadot Puligny-Monty didn’t disappoint either!

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Thanks all!

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My local fish market swears Monchong has been a customer favorite over the past couple weeks, so I decided to pick some up to cook for Mother's Day tomorrow. He suggested grilling due to high oil content, which I can certainly do with some olive oil, S&P and lemon. When I look online, there are very...

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Thanks for the recs. Arizona is really tough for BYO. I am able to polish off a case of wine I bring to medical meetings between all of my dinners but ended up bring back almost half. I was able to open a few bottles sitting outside my hotel. Atlas was a great choice for me an my wife. Excellent me...

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They went through a BK if I’m not mistaken. Perhaps liquidating the cellar was one of the requirements of the restructure?

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Thanks David. I am staying at the Desert Ridge location but plan on driving to Scottsdale a few times. I have reservations for Atlas. I am trying to plan a group dinner perhaps not to far from the hotel as I don't know if everyone in my group has transportation. My house backs to the Wildfire golf ...

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So I know there are dozens of threads on NYC restaurants, but didn't see many mentions on suggestions for where to eat out with kids (5 and 6). We will be in the city for 4th of July week and staying near CP South. Any "fun" or interesting places that are kid friendly? Maybe something Italian, Medit...

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Sometime in next few weeks would be my guess

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I have an upcoming trip for a medical conference in two weeks. Staying at JW Marriott resort but will have a car I made reservations for Atlas. Any other places that allow corkage that are decent? Flemings steakhouse seemed possible but I know it's tough like my home state. I need one night to do a...

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Stopped by my local AJ's today, and my wife pointed out they were having their annual 25% off wine sale. I found 3 2014 SQN Piranha Waterfall Syrah, and 3 2014 SQN Shakti Grenache for $159 each, less than the cost off the mailing list. Also found Spottswoode 2013 for $159. Bought all they had, but ...

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Updated for sold

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Bump for updated pricing

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ericskitei wrote:Wine trades?

Normally, yes, but I just got back from Napa with too much wine and too big a credit card bill

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Addendum's website still has "gone into hibernation for winter and will return in spring" posted on the front page. You should confirm if they're open this Friday. I saw that, but if I'm reading correctly their buckets of chicken will still be available for pickup... I'll be sure to check in the mo...

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Virtu is the best restaurant in Old Town scottsdale

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Thanks for the notes Tom. I am dining at TFL in 3 weeks and it’s nice to see a recent write up. Interested to know how you chose your wines? I always hear conflicting stories on a pairing option or if you just tell the somm the budget and let them do their thing. David, you may or may not know that...

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