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TimF wrote: ↑
December 6th, 2018, 7:08 am
The only thing this thread is missing is a photo of a dirty toilet for pouring the wine out.

I have tried Robert Mondavi Cabernet aged in Bourbon Barrels, 19 crimes and it just happens Im currently drinking Beringer merlot. I like the 19 crimes most. Other 2 I would not buy again. A wine friend tried 19 Crimes chardonnay and said it was the worst chardonnay he's tasted but he liked the lab...

Scott Fitzgerald wrote: ↑
December 5th, 2018, 11:48 am

Here's to the Not Normals!

We are like audiophiles being asked to shop at Best Buy.

We are a subsect.

Maybe a subsect of a subsect.

When civilians ask me, I tell them, don't drink wines that have barcodes integrated on the original labels. In general, it helps.

Genius idea, Paul. Thank you!

Ceritas makes absolutely fabulous wine.

Introduced it to the in-laws over the holiday....then laughed my evil laugh. Spoiling palates is a fun pass-time.

As of this moment, there are 56 liars on this poll.

It's baaaack https://countrystore.tabasco.com/products/150th-anniversary-diamond-reserve-red-sauce?utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter&utm_campaign=150th_restock How interesting! I grabbed some more to give as Christmas gifts. I have enjoyed it and both my sons already went through the bottles I...

I admit to planning to Pobega a bottle over the holidays.

Large (but not crazy large) Brandy snifter.

K John Joseph wrote: ↑
November 14th, 2018, 10:38 am
Peter Michael L'Apres-Midi
Mostly sav blanc with a hint of semillon, nice body without the chard fatness. Decent acidity, no malo. I think it's a lovely pairing with crab.

That is one fine wine.

#8 and #7 announced today: 10. Bedrock Heritage 2016 9. 2016 Terre Nere Etna Rosso San Lorenzo 8. 2016 Le Vieux Donjon, CdP 7. 2015 Colene Clemens Dopp Creek Pinot Noir, Chehalem Mountains, OR 6. 2016 Aubert Chardonnay, Larry Hyde and Sons, Careros, CA 5. 2008 Dom Perignon Legacy Edition So far thi...

N. Justl wrote: ↑
November 13th, 2018, 9:07 pm
It seems like there is typically a thread speculating what #1 will be, but haven’t seen one this year. Any guesses?

A fanfare for the common man.

I think wine #1 works in rotation. Are we due for a Sauternes or Spatlese this year?

Bill H o o p e r wrote: ↑
November 13th, 2018, 11:14 am
I've also always found Pinot Blanc to be perfect.

Cheers,
Bill

Great call.

1) K & L
2) I have had nice interactions with Vino Quest

A. So wrote: ↑
November 13th, 2018, 10:04 am
If God hadn't meant for us to eat Tide Pods, He wouldn't have made them look so delicious.

One of my favorite pairings for richer CA Chardonnay, e.g. Ramey or Littorai SVDs. [thumbs-up.gif] Aubert chard, Tres Perlas (the brown Ranch is awesome,) Williams Selyem chards, Alpha Omega's chard lineup, Rochioli, Peter Michael, Robert Young (and the Robert Young from Chateau St. Jean) ....mmmmm...

One of my favorite pairings for richer CA Chardonnay, e.g. Ramey or Littorai SVDs. [thumbs-up.gif] Aubert chard, Tres Perlas (the brown Ranch is awesome,) Williams Selyem chards, Alpha Omega's chard lineup, Rochioli, Peter Michael, Robert Young (and the Robert Young from Chateau St. Jean) ....mmmmm...

Great note!

Spottswoode is my wife’s favorite Cali cab!

Go with the lowest alcohol content of your options. It would likely be nice to have a “cooler” wine with the heat from the food.

I like that brand, as well.

Fake news, eh?

I blame Jim Acosta!

alan weinberg wrote: ↑
November 7th, 2018, 1:18 pm
her Maison Leroy cellar contains over a million bottles. At “just” $250 per bottle, there’s a quarter billion. Wonder if those are included.

Wow, I am trying to picture that.

Having some friends over on Sat. There will be cheeses and snacks to start with whites or champagne to start. Then my current thinking is to then serve these two courses - what would you serve for wines to accompany?: • Marinated octopus salad done sous vide to tender and then crisped just enough i...

Mattstolz wrote: ↑
November 6th, 2018, 3:22 pm
Beckstoffer "The Debate" seems most appropriate given the state of politics at this point.

but maybe we should be hopeful and drink "The Discussion" instead?

personally, my choice for elections is whiskey. American Bourbon Whiskey.

Great list.

An assortment of Krug for when the Blue takes the house? or when the Red retains the Senate? ;) (kidding, not trying to be political).. “In victory, you deserve Champagne; in defeat, you need it." Or, another variation: “I drink Champagne when I win, to celebrate… and I drink Champagne when I lose,...

Field Book Albariño, Alpha Omega Toyon vineyard and Drew vineyard chardonnays.

Not watching any news, gonna watch the last two Harry Potter movies with my wife and her mom.

I'd pick the First Growth so I could post a tasting note about how great the Chateau is, even in 'off years.'

32 dollars if you shop around, you can call it a small white lie about 30 dollars.

What a great note, and then great replies! Thanks! I am a Dominus fan, as well. We've still been tasting through some 1983-1986 bottles that we acquired new and they are holding up very well. I agree about almost thinking they could be Bordeaux at this stage. Dominus sort of price drifted above me i...

Santa Cruz Mountain Winery!!!!

Tom, I appreciate the note but here the Court has openly acknowledged a problem. The Court disclosed the nature of the leak. The Court took steps to preclude bad actors from admission. The Court is offering testing opportunities and cost covering. The Court has openly noted that it is taking action...

I've had that. Had that, too. YUM! I was being a smart ass. My dad’s from the Philippines. When we were growing up he made avocado ice cream; avocado shakes; a cold dessert of ripe avocado chunks, lime juice, and condensed milk;even avocado on pan de sal bread, but we would sprinkle a little sure o...

But it is, in fact, the only major spirit we don't keep in the house. I'm in the same boat. I don't drink it. I used to keep a bottle for when friends came over, but since it's also the liquor of choice for teens I've stopped keeping it in the house. My sister was telling me... She and her husband ...

For a $60 Pott wine try this “Little Jesus in velvet underpants” single vineyard Coombsville Cabernet: https://www.missionliquor.com/product/barrel-ink-aaron-pott-and-invisible-creature-2012/19639 Ack!!! My phone won’t let me in!! I’m going when I can get to a computer in the morning! Thanks for th...

I think Victor spends more time thinking about Avocado toast than people who actually eat avocado toast.

Mike Evans wrote: ↑
October 30th, 2018, 6:50 am
It’s the “fading traces of damned souls” that really takes the review to perfection. I’m going to have to steal that.

Ditto!

That note was art!

Another Burgundy vote.

Great note.

That area is the sleeper candidate for greatest area for wine in California.

Todd F r e n c h wrote: ↑
October 30th, 2018, 9:03 am
the 'revolutionary' 100-point scale started as a 40-point scale, really, quickly became a 25-point scale, now is an 18-point scale.

I would call it even smaller, sadly.

I'd say we are in the times of the 87-100 point scale.

A B+ is now a "wine participation" grade.

Are these wines all cabs?

In order to qualify for the US trials in 2016 for the 1500 meter run, a runner had to post a time in the 1500 of 3:38 or in the mile of 3:54. That's just to qualify to run in the trials! When Roger Bannister ran a mile in under 4 minutes in May 1954, it was news throughout the world. Is it possible...

These are some of the best wines out there, I love them.

Call me a fanboy on this one! Nothing but adulation!

Great notes, Phil, thank you for posting them.

Looks like we have 7 participants: Tom Hill: Teroldego/Syrah Jim Stewart: Syrah/Eleve Tom Wheltle: Petit Verdot/Port Danny Lo: Merlot/Riesling Mike Evans: Plum/Tempranillo Bruce Klein: Gewurztraminer/Rose Carlton McCrindle: Franc/Franc Please PM me with shipping info and I can get those bottles out...

Bud Carey wrote: ↑
October 29th, 2018, 10:19 am
2003 Kosta Browne 4-Barrel

Ouch.

It was 1989, tasting at Solano Cellars, had an Eyrie Reserve and Ponzi reserve, which were current releases.

My nose must have been having an "on" night, because they rocked my world. I recall the sensation to this day.

I agree with Patricia Green and Eyrie.

I haven't had one in a while, but when the Oregon wave started, the Ponzi Reserve really captured my imagination. (Late 1980's.)

That is a candidate for TNOY (Tasting Note Of The Year.)

Oh, man, Merrill, your day sucked!

Looking forward to your later updates!

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