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J. Ashourian

Word on the street is there will be an 08 Krug released but very very small quantities. They will be bottled only in Magnum and packaged in previously unsold (last seasons) Louis Vuitton handbags.

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Agree on Krug 164. Have stocked up on mags.

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A couple thoughts here. How could the Domain process refunds? Would it be like a class action, where every single person who consumed a bottle of Leflaive comes out of the wood work and winds up with $12 each? Hard to prove your loss, is my point. Secondly, id bet the Domain is going to begin some l...

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No question. 1995 heidsieck.

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I know what you're talking about. I get it too in older rioja. No clue what it is.

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Oh, and the pricing on the 08 Salon is silly. Wouldn't surprise me one bit if its announced LP group gets gobbled up by a luxury conglomerate in the coming months and they are actually buying these cases from the marketplace as a ploy to improve valuation. 8,000 cases at $8,000 is 64 balloons. Would...

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Very surprised at the claim there wont be any 2008 Krug. Very hard for me to believe that they would elect to conserve capital but still make a 164 with '08 base, and no vintage at all, even thought the vintage sells for 2x the mv. Conceptually, if the decision was about $, their decision is not ali...

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Doubtful we will ever see an end to this phenomenon. Until people stop trying to out-douche each other, uneducated luxury-seekers will continue to believe that price (alone) is indicative of quality.

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BBR accepts amex. I believe they convert at the spot rate. Also, their website is very easy to use and pay. Wiring is such a hassle.

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R@y.Tupp@+sch wrote: ↑
August 2nd, 2019, 6:48 am
All saved for later disgorgement.

They'll be able to charge that much more for P2 and P3.

So they're holding them for ransom?

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Anyone know why these werent released or produced?

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I would avoid Leoville Las Cases, a magnum was pretty dried out 10 +years ago. Agree 100% with Beaucastel and LdH. Also, if you want to try something unique and fantastic, try the 1981 Barbeito Verdelho. I think Rare Wine Co may have. My favorite young Madeira.

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I wonder if over time we will see most of the Grand Cru vineyards sold or leased to the producers who achieve the highest prices for their wines. You can buy a Chambertin, for example, on release for $150, or one for $1,000. I realize the price that the domaine achieves is far less than what the mar...

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2019 Bordeaux, and then 2020 Bordeaux followed closely by the once in a lifetime 2021 Bordeaux.

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I have had the Markys "00" Filet of Cantabrian anchovy. They are very similar to Don Bocarte. Order from Markys.com

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Vampire wine is undead at retail.

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Although it has been discussed before, some old Riojas can age gracefully even though they are grocery store level wines. One that comes to mind is Campo Viejo. Can easily be found for less than $10. I bought a large parcel of original cases of 1973 a year ago and they are astonishingly good even if...

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1 bottle $2200

PM me.

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Totally Premoxed.

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Final bump.

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Perhaps they never reached the reserve, and are now relisted?

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Mostly 19th century wines from Blandys, Cossart Gordon, Leacock, and Acciaioly for sale at the moment. Pm me if you are looking for something specific.

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The 1993 Pajzos is really good. Everyone I offer it to seems to like its viscosity and aromas. It is beyond sugary sweet. Too much will leave you with a scratchy throat. Im not sure what you mean by never to be repeated because I think Pajos bottled a 1999 and 2000 Essenzia that seems similar to the...

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I think this is the normal color and darkness for a 18 yr old Essenzia. I bought some 1993 Pajzos which were all similarly dark on release which was about 4-5 years ago or so.

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Alan- Drank a bottle two nights ago and i'm still in shock.

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Looking for 4 bottle minimum. Thanks

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Updated.

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Yes, I have 2. In my opinion, wise to have redundancy.

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3x 1996 Clos des Ducs
2x 1971 Champans

$1650

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bump.

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Good list if I were a visiting dignitary and didn't know where my country stood with the Kingdom.

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I would recommend Madeira. Reach out to Rare Wine Co. and ask what they have from that year. You wont be disappointed.

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Scott,
I live in Jax Beach. LMK if you wanna meet up!

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Got some and would be happy to trade for champagnes.

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Maybe i'm the odd man out but have tried this bottle twice this week. Tasted incredibly sweet. Like too much dosage. Im not an expert on how this will resolve over time, but would be curious to know if anyone has opinion.

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Lots of interest on these. Some bottles left of the younger ones if anyone desires.

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Have some from Gomes. 1931, 1934, 1969.

$275 per for the 1931
$200 per for the 1934
$100 per for the 1969

PM me.

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Ive always had a soft spot for '96 Lynch

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still have some left.

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Yes. I kept some pata negra (sealed in plastic) in my cellar for quite a while. Some penicillin looking white stuff formed on the outer skin of the ham, but it was easily wiped off.

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I have been eyeballing some champagnes but didn't pull the trigger. Was curious what everyone bought in the 10% off sale.

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Had a 2004 Corton Charlemagne that blew my mind. Need to seek some of this out.

Thanks for the notes.

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Hi Barry,
Where did you buy the Guillaume Seloss champer?

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Anyone?

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any offers?

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