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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 ...

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...

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 ...

brigcampbell wrote: ↑
November 23rd, 2019, 5:11 pm
Actually, I'm shocked there's any place left to plant new vines.

Brig, good point! There’s not much unplanted land. Maybe they are replacing hazelnuts with vines.

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.

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.

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...

I have one lone 2002. A La Mission Haut-Brion. I have no idea when to open it so I am curious as well.

Mike, where did you taste the 15 Paje and Pora?

Sangiovese
Nebbiolo
Pinot Noir
Bordeaux Blend/Cabernet

Chardonnay
Riesling
Chenin Blanc
Tough call on the 4th but I'll go with Sauv Blanc

I like Bois de Boursan, Pegau, Beaucastel and Vieux Donjon, especially in cooler vintages.

I’d open the Produttori.

I'd recommend Boardwalk Plaza Hotel. Right on the beach and you can walk to everything.

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?

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 ...

It is also the best town/city for dining in Delaware. Traffic out on route 1 is brutal at times, though.

Mine showed up today. Thanks Nola!

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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.

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.

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.

Thanks Robert. I look forward to hearing about the 2016.

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?

My TW purchases are limited to Bordeaux and Nada Fiorenzo (Barbaresco).

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 ...

Reds - Produttori Langhe Nebbiolo, Lanessan
Whites - Peppiere Muscadet, Collestefano Verdicchio

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.

I’m a big fan of that rose.

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...

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...

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...

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.

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.

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Jeff Vaughan wrote: ↑
June 24th, 2019, 5:43 am
4 x 2000 Chateau Lanessan. I thought that might have been you bidding on them.
Haha, yes. I didn’t counter. Good buys for both of us!

Ha! I was hoping you would see it that way.

4 x 2000 Chateau Lanessan. I thought that might have been you bidding on them.

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.

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.

ChadG wrote: ↑
June 18th, 2019, 12:35 pm
Looking to pick up some good chardonnay if there are any deals to be had.
Chad

It depends on your tastes for Chardonnay, but for me it is hard to beat most 1er Cru Chablis. Especially those that don't use any or much wood.

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...

I like that bottling. What did you think of it?

Thanks for all the recommendations. I'll report back once we get further into our planning.

Welcome Len!

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...

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...

I love these threads. Thanks for posting.

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 ...

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