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My friend went to grab a few things in Doylestown Saturday and the workers were saying that they were confident they'd stay open because they were 'essential' state employees. By the time he got home they made the announcement... Closing down completely and not taking online orders for delivery just...

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NYC, got mine on Monday.

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Danby.

I have this model:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing ... 17&sr=8-12

It's more expensive now than it was 15 years ago, but through two owners and a half dozen plus moves it's still going strong. Highly recommend.

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I love Molettieri's wines. I have never had anything really old, and agree the 06's are still quite young.

I was there during harvest 2016. What an amazing visit. His older brother died just a couple of weeks ago.

My friends just had their May tour cancelled, what a bummer.

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I finally pulled out a tasting glass purchased on BD. It is a great glass. I like that it's more compact, but probably twice the weight of the other glasses and it feels quite sturdy. Thanks Chris!

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I am confirmed. See everyone soon. Coming in heavy with Soliste Syrah & Sauvignon Blanc.

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Is there still room for me?

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Dan, Thanks again for organizing! There was quite a bit of wine not reported. The 2011 Mascarello was nice but a little flat, probably needed some time. Tooting my own horn, the 2010 Fanti Riserva Brunello di Montalcino Vigna le Macchiarelle out of magnum was pretty damn good. The 2004 Cerbaie Brune...

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Ethan Abraham wrote: ↑
February 21st, 2020, 12:13 pm
They did recently do a bunch of large consumer and trade tastings focussed on the theise book. Coincidence?

No. They always do a Theise-focused tasting in Jan-Feb, usually more Champagne. June is the annual Germany/Austria tasting. It’s been a similar schedule for a decade or more.

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Skurnik has not ‘always been the importer.’ IIRC Terry started in 1988 and used various regional Importers. I recall the Kronheim import label from the wines we sold in MA during the 90’s. Skurnik gradually became a bigger partner as their business grew in NY and nationally. From some conversations ...

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Currently $75-125 on shelves in NYC.

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I use the Liberte for beer, particularly hazy/hoppy IPA's

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The Liberte is also great for beer in general, hoppy/hazy IPA's in particular. I gave one to a guy who owns a beer shop here in NYC and he loved it. Broke it within 2 months, but loved it. He then went out and found an inexpensive alternative with a similar shape to use for the bar.

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Sorry I have to bail out. Moving 2/1 and a lot to do.

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Count me as a maybe, with Burgundy.

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Todd,

LA March 2.

http://gamberorosso.us/

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Hi, 3bot 2014 J Davies Cabernet Sauvignon Diamond Mtn (one btl stained label) $80ea 4bot 2012 Olivier Bernstein Clos Vougeot $325ea 4bot 2012 dal Forno Amarone $275ea 3bot 2012 dal Forno Valpolicella $75ea 1bot 2013 Domaine Leflaive Puligny Clavoillon $175 9bot 2014 Poderi Sanguineto I & II Vino Nob...

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Feb 28 2020. It's a bit early to be fishing, check back after the first of the year.

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I finally settled down to give one a try while getting my oil changed Sunday. I was one of the first customers in an empty restaurant-no line, no hassles. I like it. I think the bun is ok, not the best but not terrible. Nice spice to the sauce which has a dry cayenne note. I still prefer the Wendy's...

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Mark,

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/04/05/obit ... at-90.html

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Nice!

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Basilisco is the bomb. They now bottle three 'crus' as well, single vineyard sites with different soil types and vine age. The regular can be found at $30-40, the Cru's have two in the ~$50 range and the Storico is more in the $75-90 range. Also Luigi Maffini from Cilento. The Kleos is more an every...

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It’s a long story, but Gary’s dad Sasha always was the owner. It’s his business, and when his son left it just seemed like a gradual decline. Not because they didn’t have good people, but there was definitely a ‘magic’ era under Gary.

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Neal.Mollen wrote: ↑
November 16th, 2019, 12:41 pm
Chris >>>>>> Barney

^^^This

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Yeah, no deal here, but 4% back with Rakuten.

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If I have a 90’s Ravenswood not purchased from the library offer can I still attend?

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All Clad VIP sale is back! https://homeandcooksales.com/?trk_msg=O5S9FSVA393KD26C3LV8AAH5DO&trk_contact=KQCIJ7LF5K2THNTOK2JD0R34T0&trk_sid=MHS5FI9BDHNCTC8D9FS76RI9LK&utm_source=listrak&utm_medium=email&utm_term=SHOP+NOWpushing+it+to+FP.+I+just+bought+two+deal+positions+for+the+weekend!&utm_campaign=...

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Bump. One bottle sold.

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NC is a control state. Can't ship liquor.

I'm in NYC, and I have plenty of options for you, if you can tell me how you want to skirt the law and have it shipped.

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Hi,

***Updated 10/27/19***

I have ONE bottle available. $2500. Buyer arranges/pays shipping, assumes risk etc. or NYC/Metro handoff in person.

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Can he have his sentence reduced for 'good behavior?'

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We had a great dinner at Nice Matin last week. Always no corkage on Monday, and they have a great table for 8-10 that works for wine dinners. We had 2 courses and split some desserts and the food and tax was only like $60pp. We left a big tip.

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Blanton's currently retails in NYC for $100-130 on the reg. Another one I will source if I feel the need.

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High West Midwinter Nights Dram is ~$100 retail in NYC. I don't recall it being that good. [shrug.gif] I would rather work with undesirables from TX who can still buy various Weller bottlings off the shelf for under $40 and have them ship. That said, I have a decent strategic reserve holding so I re...

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Grape Eugenics

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Whatever you choose to do in terms of your opening windows, you will learn something about aging wine and what your preferences are!

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Monday 10/21 is Patriots at Jets, I'm surprised Jay hadn't mentioned this already.

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This was out there on the cheap back in the day. I’m glad it held up well!

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Richard, I'd say you're about 5 years behind the curve. The hazy style has been around for at least a decade and has been really hot the last 5 years or so. It's been really big in the northeast but has spread all over the country. I am not a big Tired Hands fan and I think their sours and farmhouse...

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Can someone explain the background/relevancy of "Todd?" Todd Anderson, son of Gus & Phyllis, owner of Conn Valley Vineyards, who started his own mega-premium side project Ghost Horse about 15 years ago. Though from what I'm reading in this thread the Jancis article seems to reference the other guy,...

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I store my wine there as does Mikhail L. (The Count). I live less than 10min away so easy in/out for me. Of course they offer full services for intake and pickup/delivery in NYC. They're not the cheapest in the area but you will not be disappointed. Note: This is not a 'shop', it's the storage/logis...

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Victor,

You don't have an avocado tree in your rooftop garden?

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David,

You know better, but what I've had has been pretty meh, both from Richter and other producers.

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Well, if this *is* the thread, how about an update for confirmed venue, date and time?

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2016 is a meh vintage. *I work for one of their distributors and sell the wine* but that said even before I worked for the distributor I always considered them one of the best values in the Mosel and the 2018's are impressive.

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This thread has gone on way too long and is becoming and eggistential threat.

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The organized chaos is not as fun as it used to be. Fewer people and more focused themes tend to be more enjoyable.

Let’s face it, for certain individuals/groups it’s also about being with the ‘right’ people and the ‘right’ bottles.

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I just checked the Blue Jays Schedule--The Indians are in town Fri-Sun and the Red Sox follow Mon-Wed! Looks like I'll be planning my stay into the following week.

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