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As the owner of several, I hope you're right!

Thanks, Howard. I had heard that, which accounts for the gap between 2009 and 2015. But, I still enjoyed the wine.

A 2007 a couple of nights ago was drinking very well. Even better on day two.

I just tried using a coffee filter for the first time and it was a fail. Very little of the residual wine dripped into the decanter (most just “traveled” up the filter). Is there a special technique to this?

From Maximillian Riedel: “That our high-end glassware can be perfectly and gently washed in a Miele machine is nothing new to us. A Miele dishwasher makes it easy to care for your glasses perfectly. To ensure that our glasses are cleaned gently, we specifically recommend that they are washed in a Mi...

I think both hand washing and using the dishwasher are fine options. I used to be in the hand washing group but I’ve discovered over the last several years that putting my stems in the dishwasher saves hassle and injury. Plenty of other anecdotal stories seem to corroborate this. Greg, are you sayin...

I’m wondering why the majority seem to think that Miele is superior. What is it about Miele vs. the field that sets them apart? I’m in the market for a new dishwasher and currently have a Bosch, which is fine, but it like others I’ve had doesn’t do as good a job of drying as I’d like. I often have r...

alan weinberg wrote: ↑
November 22nd, 2019, 8:47 pm
last cellar was mahogany. New one will be alder, 25% cheaper and looks great.

Alan, was this a custom job? I have alder now and I do like it but it was a custom job and I don't desire to spend that again for my next space.

2011 Sojourn Sangiacomo

My last of these. A bit burly out of the gate, but it settles farily quickly. What it has given up in fruit, it is yielding in some yummy savory flavors. I really like this producer.

Sorry for the sideways shot.

I’ve seen plenty of cellars with pine racking and I haven’t noticed any warping or mold.

My current cellar has alder cubes but I plan on using unfinished pine for the next.

I’m loath to wade in here - actually, not true at all, Alfert likes drama - but will regardless. Just got my 2015s yesterday from Panzer. FWIW, his delivery is pristine. Perfect storage. P&P. Just got back from a business function, am a bit wired, figured I’d play with this wine a bit tonight and t...

Ok...What about placing the studs 24” on center vs. standard 16”? They aren’t load bearing, and it would allow for more efficient insulation.

Thanks, Andrew. I was thinking the same. My only reason for considering it was that, if the spray foam doesn’t completely cover the studs (I’m building out a room with concrete walls) then there would be gaps where the vapor barrier existed.

Many thanks for the notes, Tom. I have a couple of the 2015 Ravera which I have tucked away for a long nap.

2011 Jean Edwards Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

A very pleasant wine, with restrained but very present fruit. Really, I enjoy the 2011 Napa cabs much more than the critics predicted.

I like my cube bins, despite many naysayers. Prolly more functional than diamond bins.

And, it’s kinda cool that you joined ten years to the day after this Board started.

Hey there, I’m aware that if one uses spray foam (e.g., closed cell) insulation that a separate vapor barrier isn’t needed. My question is, would there be a downside (aside from cost/labor) to installing a 6mm vapor barrier in addition to the spray foam? And if you did install one, I’m assuming it w...

No worries. While this accolade may very well impact the pricing of this vintage, LB will remain a stalwart in the category of well-priced Bordeaux for years to come, and there remain and will remain plenty of good back vintages at reasonable pricing to enjoy.

alan weinberg wrote: ↑
November 15th, 2019, 4:54 pm
Shitty in past but allegedly improving. Be careful of the cheap old stuff. Same w Camus.

When did they allegedly begin to turn around (for both Pierre Bouree et Fils and Camus)?

We have something similar locally but it’s a full-on restaurant plus retail wine store. Food is very good, one of our favorite local places. Wine selection is very good, prices are ok but I do better elsewhere when buying for the cellar. It’s easy to find something good (if not aged) to accompany d...

It’s not hot in El Paso, that’s for sure. PHX, I don’t know.

From what I've been told a cellar is unlikely to increase the value of the home, and it could well eliminate some prospective buyers who don't want the expense/work necessary to tear it all out. agree. Kidding oneself that home value is increased by a cellar. I just sold my home—the buyer will be r...

Any restaurant not offering corkage is not worth going to. I will pay $50 or more as I know I will enjoy the food and pay way less on the wines I bring in. I do love Minneapolis as many restaurants are corkage friendly and if you bring in a bunch of wine geeks they might even wave corkage on an off...

1997 Leoville Barton

Much more enjoyable than I had anticipated, given the vintage. Perhaps I need to seek out others of this year.

Brian Tuite wrote: ↑
October 27th, 2019, 8:33 pm

Jeremy C wrote: ↑
October 27th, 2019, 8:01 pm
Good luck to you all who are directly impacted by this. I do hope that it gets contained soon.
Containment isn’t expected for 2 weeks.

I’m sorry to learn that. I do sincerely hope that the destruction is on the low end of the potential.

Good luck to you all who are directly impacted by this. I do hope that it gets contained soon.

bryan c wrote: ↑
October 26th, 2019, 5:05 pm
Had about 1.5 cases of the '10 Murgers opened in Feb for my wedding for one of the "red dinner wines". Across the board, the bottles all had indications of some seepage. Wine itself was fine though of the bottles I tried before/during/after wedding.

Please invite me to your next wedding.

Thanks, John. Interesting. I’ll have to open one of mine to compare notes.

How is DavidZ?

Mich@el Ch@ng wrote: ↑
October 14th, 2019, 3:05 pm
New cellar is pretty pricey.

Agreed. Seems to be a pattern.

Jim, great note. Thanks for sharing.

Merrill Lindquist wrote: ↑
October 11th, 2019, 2:05 pm
Power was just restored here after 3 days of no water and no electricity.

Glad to learn!

Has anyone been in contact with Envoyer to ascertain how they will be handling this with respect to existing outstanding/pre arrival wines?

How long ago was it “cheap” and roughly what was it going for?

Many thanks, Adrian. I’ve enjoyed every Allemand I’ve had the opportunity to try.

I'm not trying to be argumentative, but I don't think it would be all that horrible. I'm enjoying the process now, it's not like it is some chore for future gain. If my tastes change when I age, I'll simply sell what I no longer want and enjoy something new.

I thought Aeris was declassified Rhys or other CA grapes he bought. Does he have vineyards in Sicily?? David, as Al stated, the wine is from Etna DOC and is not comprised of California fruit. As an aside, I very much enjoyed a 2014 last night. It was fresh and lively and showed no hint of oxidation.

This and the retirement thread in Asylum go hand in hand. We need a Monte Carlo simulation for cellaring Bordeaux. If I (and my palate) outlive my cellar I’ll have to buy aged Bordeaux at auction. Assuming I haven’t outlived my money. With this I agree: Who the heck knows? I have enjoyed this threa...

It would be nice to get a heads up post here the day before this goes live, aka Morgan style, so we can all put together some sort of game plan. It just won’t be fun frantically adding items to the cart just hoping it won’t sell out before paying. I might not be able to sleep till the 15th. Hi Carr...

While this may very well hit many of us, I'm very sorry for those of you whose livelihoods will be impacted.

R_Gilbane wrote: ↑
October 2nd, 2019, 7:27 pm

Jeremy C wrote: ↑
October 2nd, 2019, 7:19 pm
Has Kevin previously addressed any concerns about the 2014 vintage?
Would be awesome to get a refund on the 14s. The bottles I had were deeply troubled.

I encourage you (and Diane et al) to reach out to him on this issue and report back.

Has Kevin previously addressed any concerns about the 2014 vintage?

At least from my perspective it is impossible to have extraordinary wine all or most of the time. Even if I were drinking “the very best” wine daily, over time, my critique of it would simply recalibrate such that I would view it as more ordinary. I like having the variety of both, well, variety as ...

Hi Justin. I'm sorry, I'm not really following your point. What part of "the above" are you referencing?

Cheers,

Jeremy

I believe that their pricing model was an attempt to mimic Bordeaux, and thus have prices go up or down based on scores, demand, etc. Though it does seem that it's more of a one way street.

2014 Sandlands Chenin Blanc

Just a good, yummy wine. There's a waxy, lemony feel to the taste that has a nice complexity to it.

Well, for my tastes I've found their wines to be some of the most well-crafted examples from Napa.

Cathay First has rotated to Comtes de Champagne 2007 in F, at least as of a few weeks ago. About to find out what ANA F currently has on offer. I have proper glasses in my carry-on in anticipation. You bring your own stemware on a plane? Sure. We usually bring a two pack of Riedel Os when on vacati...

Wow. Envoyer offering '15 Benetiere for $160/btl. I've never paid more than $75 for Cordeloux and I purchased '11 Dolium on release for $150. Greg told me that his wines being offered are coming directly from the domaine. Interesting that he claimed that they are the only ones currently available i...

I thought that "variety" referred to the grape and that "varietal" referred to the wine.

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