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- December 6th, 2019, 10:16 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Balanced, non fruit bomb cabernets?
- Replies: 26
- Views: 1003
Re: Balanced, non fruit bomb cabernets?
Ridge Estate Cab. These are the lots that don't go into the Monte Bello bottling. It's also $65, not $150-$200. However, like Monte Bello, it can definitely stand some time in the cellar. We opened a 2010 of this a week or so ago and I was pleasantly surprised that it was not a fruit bomb, nor too ...
- December 3rd, 2019, 9:30 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Layout my wine cellar
- Replies: 42
- Views: 1877
Re: Layout my wine cellar
Your layout is very similar to mine, except mine may be 6 to 12" wider. I went with single bottles racks down each side, with one three foot area with racks below and a shelf at about 42". The shelf is now filled with boxes. If I had it to do over again, I would install two deep individual bottle ra...
- November 28th, 2019, 5:27 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Virtual Tasting for Charity - Empty My Wallet, Help Me Support Laura's House (11/22 - 12/1)
- Replies: 144
- Views: 4733
Re: Virtual Tasting for Charity - Empty My Wallet, Help Me Support Laura's House (11/22 - 12/1)
Bob, I like your choice of wines. 2017 Goodfellow Family Cellars Pinot Noir Berserker Cuvée - USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley (11/28/2019) There is a lot of flavor here, but the wine is lighter bodied and elegant. I’m very happy with this purchase from last year’s Berserker Day and I look forward to ...
- November 23rd, 2019, 8:11 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: New plantings in Barolo to be halted for 3 years starting in 2020
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1367
Re: New plantings in Barolo to be halted for 3 years starting in 2020
Brig, good point! There’s not much unplanted land. Maybe they are replacing hazelnuts with vines.brigcampbell wrote: ↑November 23rd, 2019, 5:11 pmActually, I'm shocked there's any place left to plant new vines.
- November 23rd, 2019, 3:57 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: New plantings in Barolo to be halted for 3 years starting in 2020
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1367
Re: New plantings in Barolo to be halted for 3 years starting in 2020
I agree with Eric. Who knows where the best sites may be 50 years from now. The best sites 50 years ago were in warm spots, where the snow melted first. Now some of those sites are challenging in the hot years. Hard to say 50 or 100 years from now.
- November 20th, 2019, 9:22 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: New plantings in Barolo to be halted for 3 years starting in 2020
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1367
Re: New plantings in Barolo to be halted for 3 years starting in 2020
Rich, good question. You would think they would be able replace dead/sick vines. Makes more sense if it relates to expansions of existing vineyards.
- October 31st, 2019, 1:45 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Drinking a bit less wine.
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2822
Re: Drinking a bit less wine.
That article hits close to home for me. My wife has decided to try to cut back on weekday drinking for many of the same reasons. Much like the woman in the article, one glass of wine is enough for my wife lose her will power over her diet, especially when it comes to cheeses. Often one glass at dinn...
- October 24th, 2019, 2:12 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: 2002 Léoville Barton
- Replies: 25
- Views: 2225
Re: 2002 Léoville Barton
I have one lone 2002. A La Mission Haut-Brion. I have no idea when to open it so I am curious as well.
- September 15th, 2019, 4:47 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: 2016 barbaresco buying intentions?
- Replies: 49
- Views: 5134
Re: 2016 barbaresco buying intentions?
Mike, where did you taste the 15 Paje and Pora?
- August 29th, 2019, 1:13 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: 8 Favourite Varieties (4 red, 4 white)
- Replies: 59
- Views: 1977
Re: 8 Favourite Varieties (4 red, 4 white)
Sangiovese
Nebbiolo
Pinot Noir
Bordeaux Blend/Cabernet
Chardonnay
Riesling
Chenin Blanc
Tough call on the 4th but I'll go with Sauv Blanc
Nebbiolo
Pinot Noir
Bordeaux Blend/Cabernet
Chardonnay
Riesling
Chenin Blanc
Tough call on the 4th but I'll go with Sauv Blanc
- August 28th, 2019, 6:58 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Châteauneuf-du-Pape producers
- Replies: 46
- Views: 2069
Re: Châteauneuf-du-Pape producers
I like Bois de Boursan, Pegau, Beaucastel and Vieux Donjon, especially in cooler vintages.
- August 25th, 2019, 7:50 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Which Barolo/Barbaresco should I open?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1459
Re: Which Barolo/Barbaresco should I open?
I’d open the Produttori.
- August 16th, 2019, 5:17 am
- Forum: Travel and Restaurants Forum
- Topic: PSA: Rehoboth Beach, Delaware is nearly the perfect east coast beach town
- Replies: 41
- Views: 2582
Re: PSA: Rehoboth Beach, Delaware is nearly the perfect east coast beach town
I'd recommend Boardwalk Plaza Hotel. Right on the beach and you can walk to everything.
- August 9th, 2019, 8:04 am
- Forum: Travel and Restaurants Forum
- Topic: PSA: Rehoboth Beach, Delaware is nearly the perfect east coast beach town
- Replies: 41
- Views: 2582
Re: PSA: Rehoboth Beach, Delaware is nearly the perfect east coast beach town
Josh, I believe that technically that is Lewes and not Rehoboth Beach? You can ride a bike to that from Rehoboth, though.
Sarah, was that Espuma?
Sarah, was that Espuma?
- August 8th, 2019, 6:47 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Ridge American Oak Article
- Replies: 48
- Views: 2603
Re: Ridge American Oak Article
I was going to post that link but you beat me to it. I found it interesting, particularly the quotes Robert posted. Back in the the 70’s, maybe the American oak made sense with lower ripeness and more green character? I have not had any 70’s Ridge, but I have had close to thirty year old Ridge that ...
- August 7th, 2019, 1:56 pm
- Forum: Travel and Restaurants Forum
- Topic: PSA: Rehoboth Beach, Delaware is nearly the perfect east coast beach town
- Replies: 41
- Views: 2582
Re: PSA: Rehoboth Beach, Delaware is nearly the perfect east coast beach town
It is also the best town/city for dining in Delaware. Traffic out on route 1 is brutal at times, though.
- August 7th, 2019, 12:19 pm
- Forum: BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
- Topic: Veleta EVOO & Gourmets of Spain Berserker Day 10 Deals
- Replies: 216
- Views: 10614
Re: Veleta EVOO & Gourmets of Spain Berserker Day 10 Deals
Mine showed up today. Thanks Nola!
- August 5th, 2019, 9:26 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: The Future of Oregon Wine: It Ain’t Pinot
- Replies: 165
- Views: 8206
Re: The Future of Oregon Wine: It Ain’t Pinot
Because tastes change. Chardonnay has a specific core market that won’t drink anything else. I never run into people who say they only drink Pinot Noir. I only drink Pinot Noir. Ok, and Chardonnay too, I guess, but less. I am late to this thread, but there is no greater red varietal than Pinot Noir...
- July 31st, 2019, 4:33 pm
- Forum: Travel and Restaurants Forum
- Topic: Bar Harbor, Maine / Acadia National Park
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2715
Re: Bar Harbor, Maine / Acadia National Park
We are having a great trip so far. The weather has been outstanding. We have been active during the days and my body is starting to feel it. We have spent all our time on Mt. Desert Island so far. Best hikes have been Gotham Mtn/Bee hive, Norumbega Mountain Loop and Perpendicular Trail/Mansell Mt. W...
- July 26th, 2019, 11:48 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Complex wines and simple ingredients are kind of boring!
- Replies: 33
- Views: 1393
Re: Complex wines and simple ingredients are kind of boring!
I love wine with food. I love wine without food. I have no problem drinking a beer, cheap rosé, or cocktail with dinner and opening something nice afterward to sip on its own. I think the best wines are often best without food anyway. Plus, artichokes, vinegar, really spicy foods, etc. are so delic...
- July 25th, 2019, 10:06 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Who's going to wear the black hat?
- Replies: 121
- Views: 4747
Re: Who's going to wear the black hat?
I simply do not understand the fairly common desire to have board trolls. The board is a better place when people are respecting each other instead of insulting one another. This is a persistent theme here, and I have never understood it. You can find assholes by the bushel-full everywhere you turn...
- July 25th, 2019, 5:43 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Who's going to wear the black hat?
- Replies: 121
- Views: 4747
Who's going to wear the black hat?
There are a lot people here who's contributions I really enjoy. Some of these people I have met, and some I would like to meet. Some I feel like I know, even though I've never met them. I love this community, but sometimes it gets a little sleepy. Bill Klapp and Alan Eden each had their own ways of ...
- July 23rd, 2019, 4:42 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: R.I.P. Alan Eden
- Replies: 138
- Views: 9968
Re: R.I.P. Alan Eden
Alan's posts usually ruffled my feathers, but that was probably his intention. He kept things interesting around here and I'm sorry to see him go. My condolences to his friends and family. It is a reminder that life is short and you never know how much time you have left.
- July 17th, 2019, 10:02 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Favorite ACTUAL pizza and wine pairings
- Replies: 62
- Views: 3787
Re: Favorite ACTUAL pizza and wine pairings
With pizza (actually with most foods), I like wines with higher acidity. Chianti and Brunello usually. I also like Nebbiolo. Sometimes a higher acid white like Sancerre, Verdicchio, Soave and an occasional crisp rose of Canaiuolo or Pinot, depending on what's on the pizza.
- July 12th, 2019, 6:06 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: 2010 Vincent Dauvissat (René & Vincent) Chablis 1er Cru La Forest
- Replies: 43
- Views: 2309
Re: TN: 2010 Vincent Dauvissat (René & Vincent) Chablis 1er Cru La Forest
Thanks for the note. At what age do generally like to drink the VD Forest? I've never had one with more than 10 years of age and I am sitting on some 08, 09 and 10.
- July 8th, 2019, 7:00 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: 2010 Cambon la Pelouse
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1597
Re: 2010 Cambon la Pelouse
Thanks Robert. I look forward to hearing about the 2016.
- July 8th, 2019, 6:27 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: 2010 Cambon la Pelouse
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1597
Re: 2010 Cambon la Pelouse
I opened one of these over the weekend. It put a smile on my face and my wife loved it. I am kicking myself for only buying one case. Crazy QPR. Has anyone tried the 14, 15 or 16?
- July 5th, 2019, 12:25 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Total Wine-Winery and Spirits Direct Coupon
- Replies: 47
- Views: 2820
Re: Total Wine-Winery and Spirits Direct Coupon
My TW purchases are limited to Bordeaux and Nada Fiorenzo (Barbaresco).
- June 30th, 2019, 11:27 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Sunday discussion time only $17.73 to spend today.
- Replies: 38
- Views: 1399
Re: Sunday discussion time only $17.73 to spend today.
Reds - Produttori Langhe Nebbiolo, Lanessan Whites - Peppiere Muscadet, Collestefano Verdicchio Man I wish I could find Produttori Langhe near me for this price. I know it exists... but its at least $4-5 more by me. I would consider lining a wall in my house with it at $17. $28.99 at the plcb. And ...
- June 30th, 2019, 9:02 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Sunday discussion time only $17.73 to spend today.
- Replies: 38
- Views: 1399
Re: Sunday discussion time only $17.73 to spend today.
Reds - Produttori Langhe Nebbiolo, Lanessan
Whites - Peppiere Muscadet, Collestefano Verdicchio
Whites - Peppiere Muscadet, Collestefano Verdicchio
- June 28th, 2019, 9:08 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: 2018 Montenidoli Canaiuolo Rose', 2017 Montenidoli Vernaccia di San Gimignano Fiore
- Replies: 6
- Views: 343
Re: TN: 2018 Montenidoli Canaiuolo Rose', 2017 Montenidoli Vernaccia di San Gimignano Fiore
I don't think I'm a fan of the Carato, though I have only had it once, and it was a small pour. From memory, it seemed oaky and oxidized. Neither of which I am a big fan of. I like the Fiore, though.
- June 27th, 2019, 8:04 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: 2018 Montenidoli Canaiuolo Rose', 2017 Montenidoli Vernaccia di San Gimignano Fiore
- Replies: 6
- Views: 343
Re: TN: 2018 Montenidoli Canaiuolo Rose', 2017 Montenidoli Vernaccia di San Gimignano Fiore
I’m a big fan of that rose.
- June 27th, 2019, 5:38 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: 2018 Bordeaux Futures - What Did Everyone Buy?
- Replies: 78
- Views: 4242
Re: 2018 Bordeaux Futures - What Did Everyone Buy?
But monopoly pricing structures aren't subject to supply and demand! They're just subject to whatever price the monopolist sets as the price it considers appropriate! How is this a monopoly? That's sort of like complaining about the cost of a Ferrari or other high end product. There are always othe...
- June 27th, 2019, 5:25 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Some random thoughts, mainly about alcohol...
- Replies: 145
- Views: 7168
Re: Some random thoughts, mainly about alcohol...
I like scotch, but I tend to only have one smallish pour, when I am not drinking anything else. I don't drink enough to really feel it. When I drink Port, it is usually a very small pour, almost always after a longer night of eating and drinking, where I have already had many glasses of wine. It wou...
- June 26th, 2019, 11:33 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Some random thoughts, mainly about alcohol...
- Replies: 145
- Views: 7168
Re: Some random thoughts, mainly about alcohol...
At 15%, drinking and entire bottle of wine yields 3.75 oz of alcohol. 13% takes it down to 3.25 oz of alcohol. If you killed two entire bottles on your own, the difference would be 1 oz of alcohol consumed. It wouldn’t seem that from drinking an entire bottle’s worth of wine the extra half ounce wo...
- June 25th, 2019, 6:17 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Some random thoughts, mainly about alcohol...
- Replies: 145
- Views: 7168
Re: Some random thoughts, mainly about alcohol...
I’m with you one the alcohol. I feel it more than ever. We have cut back on drinking during the week and have gravitated to lower alcohol wines in general, including Champagne.
I’ve also started spitting at trade tastings and make sure I drink a lot of water.
I’ve also started spitting at trade tastings and make sure I drink a lot of water.
- June 25th, 2019, 5:35 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Expressions of Tempranillo - Ribera vs Rioja
- Replies: 17
- Views: 1167
Re: Expressions of Tempranillo - Ribera vs Rioja
Otto, thanks for that summary. Can you recommend Rioja made with french oak barrels? I like some LdH, and feel like I would like more Tempranillo based wines if there was less oak, especially American oak.
- June 24th, 2019, 7:51 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?
- Replies: 12215
- Views: 587534
Re: What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?
Ha! I was hoping you would see it that way.Robert.A.Jr. wrote: ↑June 24th, 2019, 5:56 amHaha, yes. I didn’t counter. Good buys for both of us!Jeff Vaughan wrote: ↑June 24th, 2019, 5:43 am4 x 2000 Chateau Lanessan. I thought that might have been you bidding on them.
- June 24th, 2019, 5:43 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?
- Replies: 12215
- Views: 587534
Re: What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?
4 x 2000 Chateau Lanessan. I thought that might have been you bidding on them.
- June 22nd, 2019, 6:52 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: 2018 Bordeaux Futures - What Did Everyone Buy?
- Replies: 78
- Views: 4242
Re: 2018 Bordeaux Futures - What Did Everyone Buy?
I’m getting too old, so I swore I wasn’t going to buy any. But then I got weak and bought 6 Leoville Barton. At my age (51) it makes more sense to buy older vintages.
- June 20th, 2019, 10:28 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?
- Replies: 12215
- Views: 587534
Re: What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?
They are different in style. Which is "better" depends on the style of wine you like. I think 14 is leaner, crunchier and a little more red fruited. 15 is darker toned and more fruity. I haven't tried 16 yet. Buy one/some of each and report back with your thoughts.
- June 19th, 2019, 5:45 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Any good Chardonnay deals out there?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1733
- June 11th, 2019, 12:59 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: bead and mousse
- Replies: 12
- Views: 804
Re: bead and mousse
I am not an expert, but I think fine bubbles are a hallmark of better made sparklers. Tell your daughter it is a slippery slope...
- June 11th, 2019, 9:36 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: bead and mousse
- Replies: 12
- Views: 804
Re: bead and mousse
I like that bottling. What did you think of it?
- June 4th, 2019, 5:29 am
- Forum: Travel and Restaurants Forum
- Topic: Bar Harbor, Maine / Acadia National Park
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2715
Re: Bar Harbor, Maine / Acadia National Park
Thanks for all the recommendations. I'll report back once we get further into our planning.
- June 3rd, 2019, 5:43 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Where please?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1790
Re: Where please?
Welcome Len!
- June 1st, 2019, 4:22 am
- Forum: BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
- Topic: Grassl Wine Glasses, and a few Zaltos if you need them
- Replies: 247
- Views: 18502
Re: Grassl Wine Glasses, and a few Zaltos if you need them
Just wanted to pass along a great experience. I purchased some of the Grassl 1855 glasses. They are great. One broke however, but Chris replaced as promised for $10 shipping. Glass came within a week of order! Makes me wish I got some of the Cru… I had the the same thing happen, and also wish I bou...
- May 31st, 2019, 9:32 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Is Bordeaux supposed to have a laxative effect?
- Replies: 69
- Views: 5869
Re: Is Bordeaux supposed to have a laxative effect?
I feel like I just ate a bacon wrapped hot dog from a street vendor in Tiajuana. Ill be needing an IV soon if it keeps up. Especially if I go for another glass tonight to see how it tastes on day two. Glad I wasn't drinking anything when I read that. I would have spit it all over my monitor. When t...
- May 31st, 2019, 8:19 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Wine visits - Chablis, Burgundy, Northern Rhone and Barolo (Update)
- Replies: 57
- Views: 5802
Re: Wine visits - Chablis, Burgundy, Northern Rhone and Barolo
I love these threads. Thanks for posting.
- May 31st, 2019, 7:11 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: 2018 Bordeaux - What are you buying (and why)?
- Replies: 245
- Views: 16682
Re: 2018 Bordeaux - What are you buying (and why)?
I swore I wasn't going to buy. Just buy more 14, 15 and 16. Then, this morning I tried to buy more 2016 Leoville Barton and struggled to find it near me. What I am finding is in nearby states and close to $120. Then I have shipping issues in PA and DE. I became weak and I broke down and bought six ...