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Classic French Wines <$100 | Dinner Budget Help

Last post by Greg K « September 20th, 2018, 1:48 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by J.Vizuete » September 19th, 2018, 9:25 pm » in Wine Talk

I am curating wines for a group dinner and wanted to solicit some suggestions. I have received very helpful feedback on other similar threads and...

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Last post by Greg K
September 20th, 2018, 1:48 am
2018 Keller Schubertslay Kabinett - first impressions

Last post by Martin Zwick « September 20th, 2018, 1:42 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by Martin Zwick » September 20th, 2018, 1:42 am » in Wine Talk

On Monday the first grapes of 2018 Keller Schubertslay Kabinett were harvested. Here we have liquid history, the first Mosel Riesling from the estate...

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Last post by Martin Zwick
September 20th, 2018, 1:42 am
2017 Willi Schaefer "Graacher Domprobst" Spätlese - Holy shit!

Last post by Martin Zwick « September 20th, 2018, 1:36 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Martin Zwick » September 17th, 2018, 12:55 pm » in Wine Talk

2017 Willi Schaefer Graacher Domprobst Spätlese #5

Holy shit! Spectacular juice.

What a purity, elegance, balance and lightness of being...

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Last post by Martin Zwick
September 20th, 2018, 1:36 am
Representative wines from the 10 cru Beaujolais

Last post by William Kelley « September 20th, 2018, 1:28 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Rama Roberts » September 18th, 2018, 9:11 pm » in Wine Talk

I find myself drinking more and more cru Beaujolais. That said, its all been from just 3 of the 10 crus: Fleurie (Chignard) when I want something...

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Last post by William Kelley
September 20th, 2018, 1:28 am
Help understand bordeaux future pricing

Last post by Julian Marshall « September 20th, 2018, 12:59 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Dinesh Goyal » September 18th, 2018, 6:45 am » in Wine Talk

hey guys

I have a separate thread going to get recommendations on what to buy/ store. I had a question which was quite specific and didn't to have...

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Last post by Julian Marshall
September 20th, 2018, 12:59 am
What bottle of wine did you open today?

Last post by Michael Bowden « September 20th, 2018, 12:24 am
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by Aubrey Lloyd » March 7th, 2012, 2:47 pm » in Wine Talk
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Happy Wednesday everyone!
I really didn't know what to open this evening so i closed my eyes ( after I was in my cellar) and blindly pulled out a...
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Last post by Michael Bowden
September 20th, 2018, 12:24 am
Consolidated off-the-beaten-path Burgundy TNs

Last post by Jeremy Holmes « September 19th, 2018, 11:24 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Martin Steinley » September 28th, 2015, 10:26 pm » in Wine Talk
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Kermit Lynch said many years ago that if one is looking for the best values, one must look where others aren't looking. Never has that been more true...
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Last post by Jeremy Holmes
September 19th, 2018, 11:24 pm
SF Bay Area/Peninsula OL - September 24

Last post by dteng « September 19th, 2018, 10:47 pm
Posted in Offline Planner
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by dteng » August 22nd, 2018, 8:21 pm » in Offline Planner
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Another month, another drunk.
Let’s look at Sept.
I will assume most will be back from summer vaca, but harvest may eat up time.

I’m thinking mid to...
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Last post by dteng
September 19th, 2018, 10:47 pm
In The Pantheon of Great Bordeaux QPRs: 1986 Chateau Meyney

Last post by Mike S. « September 19th, 2018, 10:33 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Robert.A.Jr. » September 15th, 2018, 4:55 pm » in Wine Talk

I know that I’m probably preaching to the choir, but this one is it. The 1986 Meyney is the greatest Bordeaux QPR of the last 30+ years. I’m guessing...

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Last post by Mike S.
September 19th, 2018, 10:33 pm
Lamy's '17's

Last post by Jeremy Holmes « September 19th, 2018, 10:26 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Jeremy Holmes » April 28th, 2018, 4:37 am » in Wine Talk
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I generally run a bit of a blog on the board each year we are in Burgundy and must apologise for not doing so this year. We have been so bloody busy....
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Last post by Jeremy Holmes
September 19th, 2018, 10:26 pm
What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?

Last post by Robert M yers « September 19th, 2018, 10:11 pm
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by Roy Hersh » May 11th, 2012, 5:54 pm » in Wine Talk
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I think it would be interesting to see what others are buying these days.

This week, I found 2 bottles of Hanzell Chardonnay from 1997 and a 3 pack...
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Last post by Robert M yers
September 19th, 2018, 10:11 pm
2015 MACDONALD Tuesday, September 18th Release

Last post by blarmston « September 19th, 2018, 10:03 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Steve L Gellman » September 11th, 2018, 9:28 am » in Wine Talk
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Dear Friends and Family,

We are excited to announce that our 2015 MACDONALD Oakville Cabernet Sauvingon will be released on Tuesday,...
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Last post by blarmston
September 19th, 2018, 10:03 pm
Nextbottle - retailer out of Oregon

Last post by Robert M yers « September 19th, 2018, 10:02 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Robert M yers » September 19th, 2018, 10:47 am » in Wine Talk

Anybody know these guys? Two things (and a generic looking website) had me close the browser before researching,
1) $5 handling fee ?!
2) allow...

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Last post by Robert M yers
September 19th, 2018, 10:02 pm
Philadelphia Friday Sep 21st - OP UPDATE 9-17

Last post by Brian Tuite « September 19th, 2018, 10:00 pm
Posted in Offline Planner
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by Brian Tuite » July 1st, 2018, 7:35 pm » in Offline Planner
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Where: Will BYOB
When: Friday 9/21/18 8:00pm
Roster:
Ted and Joann - Cabernet
Jonathan - 1 Champagne 1 Bdx
Brian - 1 Cali Rt Bank, 1 Cali Left Bank,...
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Last post by Brian Tuite
September 19th, 2018, 10:00 pm
SPAGHETTI alla NERANO

Last post by Todd F r e n c h « September 19th, 2018, 9:53 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by Martin Zwick » September 19th, 2018, 12:11 am » in Epicurean Exploits

Spaghetti alla Nerano is a dish that was born on the Sorrentine Peninsula. It is believed to be the invention of a lady called Maria Grazia, the...

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Last post by Todd F r e n c h
September 19th, 2018, 9:53 pm
Hypothetical: If you're hosting a bunch of Berserkers...

Last post by Todd F r e n c h « September 19th, 2018, 9:52 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by K John Joseph » September 19th, 2018, 8:25 am » in Wine Talk

Let's say, hypothetically, if you're hosting a bunch of berserkers at your house, what kind of food and wine setup would you lay out to prime the...

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Last post by Todd F r e n c h
September 19th, 2018, 9:52 pm
TN: 2016 Kirkland Signature Series, Stags Leap District Cabernet

Last post by Todd F r e n c h « September 19th, 2018, 9:50 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Rich Brown » September 7th, 2018, 8:23 pm » in Wine Talk

This $20 Kirkland cab has no business being this good. I honestly wasnt expecting much but am pretty damned impressed. Dark fuschia in color, with...

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Last post by Todd F r e n c h
September 19th, 2018, 9:50 pm
Ray Walker & Maison Ilan updates - the saga has ended...(updated)

Last post by Todd F r e n c h « September 19th, 2018, 9:49 pm
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by Todd F r e n c h » July 14th, 2016, 11:04 am » in Wine Talk
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Seems like Zach Velcoff is no longer with Maison Ilan?
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Last post by Todd F r e n c h
September 19th, 2018, 9:49 pm
Great night of wines including great flight of 86 Bordeaux

Last post by Mike Evans « September 19th, 2018, 9:47 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Pat Martin » September 18th, 2018, 6:10 pm » in Wine Talk

Krug Grand Cuvee NV
Quite mature and barely bubbling, but like a gorgeous dry white wine, with nuance, a suave texture, almost bitter but somehow...

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Last post by Mike Evans
September 19th, 2018, 9:47 pm
Michael Browne - CIRQ Estate - New Chapter

Last post by Jim Clary « September 19th, 2018, 9:34 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by TonyLombardi » September 19th, 2018, 1:47 pm » in Wine Talk

PRESS RELEASE>>

MICHAEL BROWNE RECLAIMS PASSION PROJECT CIRQ ESTATE

(September 18, 2018 - Windsor, CA) — CIRQ, the winery created in 2009 by...

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Last post by Jim Clary
September 19th, 2018, 9:34 pm
Lyon

Last post by Ted Erfer « September 19th, 2018, 8:48 pm
Posted in Travel Forum
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by Steven Miller » March 17th, 2016, 4:53 pm » in Travel Forum
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I don't see any recent threads focused on Lyon. We'll have a few days there -- mixed biz & vacation.

Our first visit to Lyon too, so we're open to...
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Last post by Ted Erfer
September 19th, 2018, 8:48 pm
Chicago Restaurant Thread

Last post by Clayton Wai-Poi « September 19th, 2018, 8:39 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by Corey N. » March 6th, 2017, 10:05 am » in Epicurean Exploits
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I thought it made sense to have a catchall thread to post about interesting restaurants in town, whether or not they BYO.

Speaking of...

I was able...
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Last post by Clayton Wai-Poi
September 19th, 2018, 8:39 pm
Is a VitaMix worth it?

Last post by c fu « September 19th, 2018, 8:36 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by alan weinberg » September 13th, 2018, 5:22 pm » in Epicurean Exploits

I don’t see myself drinking veggie smoothies, don’t use a blender often, have a food processor. What are other reasons to spend the $ for a VitaMix?...

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Last post by c fu
September 19th, 2018, 8:36 pm
TN: 2013 Rhys - Pinot Noir Skyline Vineyard (USA, California, San Francisco Bay, Santa Cruz Mountains)

Last post by Jeff Filippi « September 19th, 2018, 8:19 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian G r a f s t r o m » September 19th, 2018, 11:46 am » in Wine Talk

2013 Rhys Pinot Noir Skyline Vineyard - USA, California, San Francisco Bay, Santa Cruz Mountains (9/15/2018)
-- cork pulled and a very small sample...

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Last post by Jeff Filippi
September 19th, 2018, 8:19 pm
Intro Holy Grail Steak Co. plus special Berserker discount code

Last post by c fu « September 19th, 2018, 8:17 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Cameron Hughes » September 5th, 2018, 10:04 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Dear Berserker Friends,

As many of you know, Cameron Hughes Wine was sold to Vintage Wine Estates in early 2017. I still source all the wine and...

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Last post by c fu
September 19th, 2018, 8:17 pm
SF BYOB Update?

Last post by Cindy W a n « September 19th, 2018, 7:49 pm
Posted in BYO Forum - Wine at Restaurants
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by Gary Margol » November 2nd, 2016, 1:59 pm » in BYO Forum - Wine at Restaurants

The forum info here is a little too ancient to be useful. Any new news on BYOB in SF?

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Last post by Cindy W a n
September 19th, 2018, 7:49 pm
TN: 2000 Ramonet Vergers

Last post by Joel Deutsch « September 19th, 2018, 7:40 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by alan weinberg » September 19th, 2018, 6:37 pm » in Wine Talk

really a wow wine, super focus and brightness, a softness on the palate while retaining acidity and freshness. Ramonet pricing has, like other...

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Last post by Joel Deutsch
September 19th, 2018, 7:40 pm
Just had minor surgery and everything tastes salty

Last post by Anton D « September 19th, 2018, 7:38 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by Mark Golodetz » September 17th, 2018, 1:44 pm » in Epicurean Exploits

Got to the point where it is hard to find anything edible

Is this normal?

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Last post by Anton D
September 19th, 2018, 7:38 pm
TNs: Vietti Perbacco Vertical: 2005-2011

Last post by David_K « September 19th, 2018, 7:37 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Keith A k e r s » September 28th, 2014, 7:24 pm » in Wine Talk

VIETTI PERBACCO VERTICAL: 2005-2011 - My place, Chicago IL (9/21/2014)

I've slowly been working on this Vertical. It all happened by accident as I...

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Last post by David_K
September 19th, 2018, 7:37 pm
TN: 2013 Elio Grasso Ginestra Casa Maté Barolo

Last post by J Dove « September 19th, 2018, 7:35 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by J Dove » September 19th, 2018, 7:35 pm » in Wine Talk

Started with a glass of 2012 Produttori del Barbaresco. The Grasso comes off much darker, riper, and richer, comparatively. It's a bit volatile on...

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Last post by J Dove
September 19th, 2018, 7:35 pm
Scarecrow Monsieur Etain release

Last post by M. Taylor « September 19th, 2018, 7:33 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Frank Z » September 15th, 2018, 10:02 pm » in Wine Talk

Got the postcard in the mail for the Oct 4th release.

Anyone know anything about the 2016 vintage?

Is it worth the $195 per bottle?

Thanks!

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Last post by M. Taylor
September 19th, 2018, 7:33 pm
Tn: 2016 Jean Foillard Morgon Côte du Py

Last post by Marcus Dean « September 19th, 2018, 7:27 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Jeremy Holmes » June 25th, 2018, 10:25 pm » in Wine Talk

Quite possibly the best young Py from Foillard that I have seen. So bright and detailed with aromas of fresh flowers, sandalwood and red fruits. It...

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Last post by Marcus Dean
September 19th, 2018, 7:27 pm
Laphroaig 18 year and suggestions

Last post by Anton D « September 19th, 2018, 7:26 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Will Lewis » September 15th, 2018, 11:08 am » in Beer and Spirits

After reading a WSJ article that Laphroaig 18 was disappearing and wouldn't be available for several years, I bought a 6-bottle case, and stored it...

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Last post by Anton D
September 19th, 2018, 7:26 pm
TN: 2008 Dom Perignon Champagne (France, Champagne)

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « September 19th, 2018, 7:08 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by A. So » September 15th, 2018, 7:38 am » in Wine Talk

2008 Dom Perignon Champagne - France, Champagne (9/15/2018)
One of the best young Doms ever? The nose is moderately reductive, and shows quite a bit...

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Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng
September 19th, 2018, 7:08 pm
What BEER are you drinking?

Last post by BRhoades « September 19th, 2018, 6:58 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Brian G r a f s t r o m » December 13th, 2009, 10:28 am » in Beer and Spirits
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New Belgium -- Wild Ale (Lips of Faith series)
Bear Republic -- Racer 5 IPA
Stone -- Arrogant Bastard
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Last post by BRhoades
September 19th, 2018, 6:58 pm
TN: 2015 Nusserhof - Lagrein Rosato Kretzer, Alto Adige

Last post by A S K R O B A C K « September 19th, 2018, 6:31 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by A S K R O B A C K » September 19th, 2018, 6:31 pm » in Wine Talk

TN: 2015 Nusserhof - Lagrein Rosato Kretzer, Alto Adige. I enjoyed this enough for what it is, but at $30, I could name four dozen roses of better...

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Last post by A S K R O B A C K
September 19th, 2018, 6:31 pm
TN: 2000 Kalin Cellars Sémillon

Last post by Charles Weiss « September 19th, 2018, 5:57 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by T Wills » September 19th, 2018, 5:09 pm » in Wine Talk

2000 Kalin Cellars Sémillon - USA, California, San Francisco Bay, Livermore Valley (9/19/2018)
Wow this is what I was hoping for. Coconut and...

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Last post by Charles Weiss
September 19th, 2018, 5:57 pm
2000 Lanessan

Last post by Charles Weiss « September 19th, 2018, 5:55 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Dan Kravitz » September 14th, 2018, 5:17 pm » in Wine Talk

Cool pizza night, seemed like a good choice to last two days.

Medium dark ruby color. Nicely intense aromas are more secondary than primary with red...

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Last post by Charles Weiss
September 19th, 2018, 5:55 pm
2018 Vintage West Coast Weather Thread

Last post by Casey Hartlip « September 19th, 2018, 5:53 pm
Posted in Cellar Rats (ITB)
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by R M Kriete » January 1st, 2018, 11:24 am » in Cellar Rats (ITB)
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Last post by Casey Hartlip
September 19th, 2018, 5:53 pm
Steak Porn

Last post by jordan whitehead « September 19th, 2018, 5:37 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by Bill Tex Landreth » January 27th, 2009, 12:18 pm » in Epicurean Exploits
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Last post by jordan whitehead
September 19th, 2018, 5:37 pm
TN: 2010 Bartlett Blueberry Winemaker's Reserve

Last post by Kirk.Grant « September 19th, 2018, 5:31 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Kirk.Grant » September 19th, 2018, 5:31 pm » in Wine Talk

2010 Bartlett Blueberry Winemaker's Reserve - USA, Maine (9/19/2018)
This is ready to go with 30 minutes in the decanter. An almost exotic nose...

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Last post by Kirk.Grant
September 19th, 2018, 5:31 pm
TN: 1971 Charles Noellat Clos Vougeot, Grand Cru

Last post by Jeremy Holmes « September 19th, 2018, 5:06 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Jeremy Holmes » September 19th, 2018, 5:06 pm » in Wine Talk

A beautiful, ethereal wine that is complex. It starts off with some forest floor, floral spice and nuttiness and really builds in the glass. The...

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Last post by Jeremy Holmes
September 19th, 2018, 5:06 pm
Myriad 2018 release 8/7

Last post by Brian Tuite « September 19th, 2018, 4:49 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mich@el Ch@ng » August 7th, 2018, 10:03 am » in Wine Talk

Release is up. In for round pound, napa, and steltzner.

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Last post by Brian Tuite
September 19th, 2018, 4:49 pm
Filter old wine?

Last post by A S K R O B A C K « September 19th, 2018, 4:38 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Sh@n A » September 15th, 2018, 7:04 pm » in Wine Talk

Was thinking about the recommendation to stand up Nebbiolo for a month before decanting it. Why not run it through a filter:
. It claims 5 micron...

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Last post by A S K R O B A C K
September 19th, 2018, 4:38 pm
TN: Mostly Bedrock/Carlisle Zins...(long/boring)

Last post by Marc Hauser « September 19th, 2018, 4:35 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by TomHill » September 19th, 2018, 8:46 am » in Wine Talk

We tried last week (9/12/18) Some (mostly) Carlisle/Bedrock Zins:
1. DryCreekVnyd Zin OldVine (Hrvstd: Aug 18 & Sept 14; 22% PS/2% Carignane; 14.5%;...

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Last post by Marc Hauser
September 19th, 2018, 4:35 pm
Dakota Shy "Zen Master" release

Last post by Tom Garrett « September 19th, 2018, 4:33 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Frank Z » September 13th, 2018, 9:40 am » in Wine Talk

I got an email today with a new wine release from Dakota Shy. Does anyone know anything about this wine? Thanks! I copied below a description from...

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Last post by Tom Garrett
September 19th, 2018, 4:33 pm
Sleight of Hand

Last post by John Glas « September 19th, 2018, 3:08 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Glas » September 18th, 2018, 6:17 pm » in Wine Talk

I have never tasted a Sleight of Hand wine. Seems like their price point is solid what do Berserkers think of the wines?

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Last post by John Glas
September 19th, 2018, 3:08 pm
WTB: 1 X 1988 Champagne Magnum (BUELLER?)

Last post by jordan whitehead « September 19th, 2018, 2:56 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by jordan whitehead » September 17th, 2018, 10:21 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Need for an upcoming event in November. Prefer chicago hand-off. Could also pick up in NY in early november pre-event. Of course would pay for...

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Last post by jordan whitehead
September 19th, 2018, 2:56 pm
TNs: The worst tasting we've done in years (CA Pinots)

Last post by T. Melloni « September 19th, 2018, 2:34 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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Last post by T. Melloni
September 19th, 2018, 2:34 pm
ISO: Macdonald below release cost

Last post by Bill Tex Landreth « September 19th, 2018, 2:32 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by ericskitei » September 19th, 2018, 12:40 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Any help would be appreciated. I'll even take a bottle off your hands for free if they are too heavy to carry all at once. I will praise your...

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Last post by Bill Tex Landreth
September 19th, 2018, 2:32 pm
Save Time & Hassel of Receiving & Opening Shipments

Last post by NED VALOIS « September 19th, 2018, 1:39 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by NED VALOIS » September 19th, 2018, 1:39 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Make $165 dollars, per bottle, & send your MacDonald wines directly to me ! flirtysmile

PM asap !

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Last post by NED VALOIS
September 19th, 2018, 1:39 pm
MUSINGS FROM AMSTERDAM

Last post by mark rudner « September 19th, 2018, 1:37 pm
Posted in Travel Forum
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by Blake Brown » October 30th, 2017, 5:08 pm » in Travel Forum
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* Spending a month in Amsterdam seems to be the minimal amount of time to actually call it a vacation. Jet lag, climate acclimation,...
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Last post by mark rudner
September 19th, 2018, 1:37 pm
New Winemaker - Limerick Lane Cellars

Last post by Ian Dorin « September 19th, 2018, 1:34 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Rich Brown » August 27th, 2018, 3:04 pm » in Wine Talk

Surprised this hasn't been posted yet, but got the email this AM. Curious to hear others thoughts:

Since our purchase of Limerick Lane in 2011 it...

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Last post by Ian Dorin
September 19th, 2018, 1:34 pm
Eurotrip 2018 report: Mostly Italy and France

Last post by Jeff Vaughan « September 19th, 2018, 1:30 pm
Posted in Travel Forum
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by IlkkaL » August 25th, 2018, 4:50 am » in Travel Forum

Since 2012 I have been spending the large majority of my summer holidays driving around Central Europe with my girlfriend. Early on we (I) were very...

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Last post by Jeff Vaughan
September 19th, 2018, 1:30 pm
2015 Chaleur Estate Blanc - Junior Under-Assistant Winehunter

Last post by Bryan Carr « September 19th, 2018, 12:52 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Dan Kravitz » September 18th, 2018, 4:49 pm » in Wine Talk

IIRC $17.95.

New Hampshire state store heading south off of I95 just before Massachusetts.

Dan Kravitz

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Last post by Bryan Carr
September 19th, 2018, 12:52 pm
Corks, closures and premature oxidation in Burgundy ("premox").

Last post by D. Mowe « September 19th, 2018, 12:45 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Stuart BeauneHead Niemtzow » September 17th, 2018, 10:08 am » in Wine Talk

In May 2017, I attempted to gather some information and answers about the possible role of the corks in creating poor seals in the prem-oxed white...

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Last post by D. Mowe
September 19th, 2018, 12:45 pm
Noma - Disappointing...... (long)

Last post by WvanGorp « September 19th, 2018, 12:39 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by George Hejna » August 19th, 2018, 5:59 am » in Epicurean Exploits

This past Friday we attended dinner at Noma in Copenhagen. Have been thinking about it a lot and trying to put it in perspective as both my wife and...

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Last post by WvanGorp
September 19th, 2018, 12:39 pm
Any Tea Aficionados Out There?

Last post by Justin B. « September 19th, 2018, 11:56 am
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by Linda Baehr » April 19th, 2010, 2:51 pm » in Epicurean Exploits
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What are your favorite teas? Any you cannot stand?
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Last post by Justin B.
September 19th, 2018, 11:56 am
Preferred method of drinking (and saving) partial bottles

Last post by AndrewH « September 19th, 2018, 11:53 am
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by J Dove » September 16th, 2018, 4:45 pm » in Wine Talk

I'm looking to understand how people approach opening older (not very old) wines when they have no intention of consuming the whole bottle....

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Last post by AndrewH
September 19th, 2018, 11:53 am
Poll: Pourover Coffee

Last post by Chris S p i k e s « September 19th, 2018, 11:48 am
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by RyanC » September 18th, 2018, 6:38 pm » in Epicurean Exploits

Because I'm bored traveling: for the Nth time I just tried to enjoy watery pourover coffee, pitched as always as having incredible clarity of flavor....

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Last post by Chris S p i k e s
September 19th, 2018, 11:48 am
Flagship Friulian White -- New Arrival!

Last post by Michael Weiss « September 19th, 2018, 11:34 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Michael Weiss » September 19th, 2018, 11:34 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Here's a link to our recent offering for the La Castellada Bianco della Castellada Collio, 2011 -

As always, receive a 10% discount on any 12+...

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Last post by Michael Weiss
September 19th, 2018, 11:34 am
Seattle (gauging interest): Aged Oregon Pinot Noir offline?

Last post by Ron Slye « September 19th, 2018, 11:12 am
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by Brandon R » July 26th, 2018, 1:26 pm » in Offline Planner
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Based on Ron's thread over in Wine Talk about OR Pinots and going 10+ years, I wanted to start a thread to see about interest in an offline here in...
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Last post by Ron Slye
September 19th, 2018, 11:12 am
Will pay premium for MacDonald.

Last post by Justin Wittkopf « September 19th, 2018, 11:00 am
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by Justin Wittkopf » September 19th, 2018, 11:00 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Hi,
Looking for 2015 MacDonald. Happy to pay premium prices. Will keep confidential.

PM if interested.

Thanks,
Justin

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Last post by Justin Wittkopf
September 19th, 2018, 11:00 am
Salt Cod...worth it?

Last post by Andrew Kotowski « September 19th, 2018, 10:41 am
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by John Chapman » September 18th, 2018, 3:35 pm » in Epicurean Exploits

I've walked by those little boxes in Whole Foods, and sometimes the larger bins filled with baccala, and been intrigued. I also recently read the...

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Last post by Andrew Kotowski
September 19th, 2018, 10:41 am
CT microbrews

Last post by W. Leonard « September 19th, 2018, 10:31 am
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Peter Baird » September 18th, 2018, 10:58 am » in Beer and Spirits

The microbrewery industry in CT has just exploded in the last 5 years, with breweries opening up seemingly in every town. The quality seems uniformly...

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Last post by W. Leonard
September 19th, 2018, 10:31 am
Best Value $100-$150 US wines

Last post by Scott G r u n e r « September 19th, 2018, 10:25 am
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by Alan Eden » September 18th, 2018, 8:09 am » in Wine Talk
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A very specific question

Which US wines jump out at this specific price point, give or take a few dollars. The first jump out to me are Saxum JBV...
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Last post by Scott G r u n e r
September 19th, 2018, 10:25 am
1996 Jadot Horizontal

Last post by Ian Dorin « September 19th, 2018, 10:01 am
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by A. So » September 17th, 2018, 10:05 pm » in Wine Talk

Arranged in order from most favourite to least.

1996 Louis Jadot Bonnes Mares - France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Bonnes Mares Grand Cru (9/17/2018)...

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Last post by Ian Dorin
September 19th, 2018, 10:01 am
TN: 2017 Bartlett Estate Blueberry Winemaker's Reserve

Last post by Doug Schulman « September 19th, 2018, 9:37 am
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by Kirk.Grant » September 17th, 2018, 6:53 pm » in Wine Talk

2017 Bartlett Blueberry Winemaker's Reserve - USA, Maine (9/17/2018)
BARREL SAMPLE: This was the most impressive young Reserve wine I've ever...

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Last post by Doug Schulman
September 19th, 2018, 9:37 am
TN: 2011 Contrade di Taurasi (Cantine Lonardo) Taurasi Vigne d'Alto

Last post by Oliver McCrum « September 19th, 2018, 9:05 am
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by Dale McClaran » September 16th, 2018, 10:24 am » in Wine Talk

2011 Contrade di Taurasi (Cantine Lonardo) Taurasi Vigne d'Alto - Italy, Campania, Taurasi DOCG (9/16/2018)
My new producer discovery of 2017, this...

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Last post by Oliver McCrum
September 19th, 2018, 9:05 am
Maine Lobster Crawl

Last post by ERPark « September 19th, 2018, 8:47 am
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by c fu » May 22nd, 2018, 3:27 pm » in Travel Forum
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My wife's dream trip right now is to go eat her way through maine during lobster season.

I need tips.

What city should we stay in?
What are the...
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Last post by ERPark
September 19th, 2018, 8:47 am
New Coravin - "Model 11" $1000

Last post by Hank Victor « September 19th, 2018, 8:41 am
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by Hank Victor » September 18th, 2018, 3:55 pm » in Wine Talk

Whose buying?

Coravin rep just stopped by to show me the new model and wow its impressive.

- Bluetooth and battery operated
- Uses an app to...

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Last post by Hank Victor
September 19th, 2018, 8:41 am
Envoyer Thread #2: Everything else

Last post by Neal.Mollen « September 19th, 2018, 8:17 am
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by c fu » April 17th, 2018, 10:05 pm » in Wine Talk
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Here you guys go. A space to discuss other wines from Envoyer. I see that when people bring up non champagne in the champagne thread people always...
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Last post by Neal.Mollen
September 19th, 2018, 8:17 am
TN: Massican gemina '15...(short/boring)

Last post by Marc Hauser « September 19th, 2018, 8:13 am
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by TomHill » September 19th, 2018, 7:26 am » in Wine Talk

Inspired by David's TN on the '17, I cracked last night:
1. Massican gemina Calif WW (69% PinotGrigio/31% Greco; 12.8%) DanPetroski/Calistoga 2015 :...

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Last post by Marc Hauser
September 19th, 2018, 8:13 am
Petrus 1985 And 1982 For Sale

Last post by Linda Johnson « September 19th, 2018, 8:10 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Linda Johnson » September 14th, 2018, 4:47 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

I have 4 bottles of 1985 Petrus and 2 bottles of 1982 Petrus for sale.
Open to offers.
Anybody in Europe is welcome to inspect the wine from Sunday...

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Last post by Linda Johnson
September 19th, 2018, 8:10 am
TN: Frenchie's Grower Bubbly Event In the OC

Last post by Brad Baker « September 19th, 2018, 7:42 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Frank Murray III » September 16th, 2018, 6:20 pm » in Wine Talk

Thanks for a great evening last night, Frenchy. I know you have some photos and there were a few other WB taking notes last night so let's see if...

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Last post by Brad Baker
September 19th, 2018, 7:42 am
2018 vintage throughout France.

Last post by Marcus Stanley « September 19th, 2018, 7:41 am
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by Victor Hong » September 17th, 2018, 12:11 pm » in Wine Talk

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Last post by Marcus Stanley
September 19th, 2018, 7:41 am
Older Robert Groffier . . .

Last post by patrick c albright « September 19th, 2018, 7:09 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by patrick c albright » September 19th, 2018, 7:09 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Groffier Les Amoureuses:
One x 1993 at $350--/bottle
Two x 1996 at $325--/bottle
Two x 1998 at $275--/bottle
Two x 2000 at $275--/bottle

Groffier...

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Last post by patrick c albright
September 19th, 2018, 7:09 am
TN: 2012 Rhys Horseshoe Vineyard

Last post by Jud Reis « September 19th, 2018, 6:48 am
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by Jud Reis » September 18th, 2018, 5:18 pm » in Wine Talk

From 375 - this wine is all about salinity and minerality at this point in its life. Sea salt, a hint of caramel and white peaches on the nose....

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Last post by Jud Reis
September 19th, 2018, 6:48 am
Central NJ Supper Club - September (date changed)

Last post by ChristopherSK « September 19th, 2018, 6:08 am
Posted in Offline Planner
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by C h r i s t i n e Z u b r i s » September 6th, 2018, 1:06 pm » in Offline Planner

Reservations have been made for our second NJ Supper Club meal. If you're interested in joining the September reservation please respond here (PM...

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Last post by ChristopherSK
September 19th, 2018, 6:08 am
7hrs in Frankfurt?

Last post by ClarkstonMark « September 19th, 2018, 6:03 am
Posted in Travel Forum
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by p. raghib » September 17th, 2018, 4:43 pm » in Travel Forum

I have a 6-7hr layover in Frankfort. Is there anything to do other than kill time in the lounge? It would be fairly early in the am as well.

Thanks...

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Last post by ClarkstonMark
September 19th, 2018, 6:03 am
Ferren Wines release: are you buying?

Last post by ykwon « September 19th, 2018, 5:52 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brandon R » August 22nd, 2017, 10:04 am » in Wine Talk

I just got the heads-up email from the folks at Ferren Wines regarding their upcoming release of the 2015 wines. It looks like they'll be releasing...

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Last post by ykwon
September 19th, 2018, 5:52 am
Mexico City... cheap eats?

Last post by geoffpm « September 19th, 2018, 5:46 am
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by Phil Smith » September 16th, 2018, 3:15 pm » in Epicurean Exploits

Heading to CDMX in a bit and staying just east of Polanco. I have reservations covered but if there's anywhere not to miss for in-betweens that's...

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Last post by geoffpm
September 19th, 2018, 5:46 am
TN: 1989 Nebbiolo at Cinghiale

Last post by Laurent Gibet « September 19th, 2018, 5:11 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Todd Tucker » September 16th, 2018, 8:33 pm » in Wine Talk

1989 NEBBIOLO AT CINGHIALE - Cinghiale, Baltimore (9/14/2018)

This was an evening with close friends who share a passion for nebbiolo. Tom had...

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Last post by Laurent Gibet
September 19th, 2018, 5:11 am
07`Maybach,10`Insignia,12`Schrader LPV,,05`Pride,03` Colgin, 06`Forman, Champers, Climens

Last post by Blake Brown « September 19th, 2018, 4:47 am
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by Blake Brown » September 17th, 2018, 1:12 pm » in Wine Talk

Our dinner group got in last minute dinners at the soon to be closed Sly`s, a top fav located in Carpinteria.

James Sly has long been considered one...

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Last post by Blake Brown
September 19th, 2018, 4:47 am
TN: 2011 Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco (Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barbaresco)

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « September 19th, 2018, 4:40 am
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by D@vid Bu3ker » September 19th, 2018, 4:40 am » in Wine Talk

2011 Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco - Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barbaresco (9/18/2018)
Early days of pleasurable drinking for this wine from a...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
September 19th, 2018, 4:40 am
50th birthday wines

Last post by Markus S « September 19th, 2018, 4:39 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by crickey » September 18th, 2018, 8:20 pm » in Wine Talk

Not all in one night; I spread them out over several dinners. I had planned to open a 1978 Barolo, but as I was unable to adequately prepare it, I...

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Last post by Markus S
September 19th, 2018, 4:39 am
WTN: 2014 vintage Theise German portfolio event (with a bonus Austrian wine)

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « September 19th, 2018, 4:11 am
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by D@vid Bu3ker » June 21st, 2015, 10:32 am » in Wine Talk

Last Tuesday, Laura and I were privileged to once again attend the Terry Theise German/Austrian portfolio event, put on by the folks at Skurnik wines...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
September 19th, 2018, 4:11 am
2007 Roulot Meursault Perrieres $1,150/btl??!

Last post by Jeremy Holmes « September 18th, 2018, 11:51 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Gary Rust » September 18th, 2018, 1:40 pm » in Wine Talk

This is offered on Winebid for $990/btl plus 17% buyer's premium.

What happened to Roulot white burgundy pricing? Seems I used to buy this wine for...

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Last post by Jeremy Holmes
September 18th, 2018, 11:51 pm
Oy...Now We Have TEPF in Wine...

Last post by David Glasser « September 18th, 2018, 9:56 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by TomHill » September 18th, 2018, 6:57 am » in Wine Talk

The recent AndrewJefford column in Decanter:
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in which he talks about TEPF (Tension/Energy/Precision/Focus) in describing a wine
is one of the most...

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Last post by David Glasser
September 18th, 2018, 9:56 pm
Which Review Sites Do You Subscribe To?

Last post by Tom Reddick « September 18th, 2018, 9:10 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Leonard Taylor » September 16th, 2018, 7:34 am » in Wine Talk

Curious which sites you pay for

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Last post by Tom Reddick
September 18th, 2018, 9:10 pm
The 2017 Rose Thread

Last post by Arv R « September 18th, 2018, 8:20 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Michae1 P0wers » April 9th, 2017, 2:53 pm » in Wine Talk
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So, there is been some discussion here this year about rose, with much centered on the virtues of California vs France, or else designed for a...
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Last post by Arv R
September 18th, 2018, 8:20 pm
TN: 2004 Cantina del Pino Barbaresco Ovello - Spectacular!!

Last post by Todd F r e n c h « September 18th, 2018, 8:09 pm
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by Todd F r e n c h » September 18th, 2018, 5:27 pm » in Wine Talk

2004 Cantina del Pino Barbaresco Ovello - Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barbaresco (9/18/2018)
Wow, what a gorgeous nose! Somehow it captures one of the...

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Last post by Todd F r e n c h
September 18th, 2018, 8:09 pm
TN: 2009 Domaine de la Côte de l'Ange Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Last post by Arv R « September 18th, 2018, 7:40 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Glas » September 18th, 2018, 4:16 pm » in Wine Talk

2009 Domaine de la Côte de l'Ange Châteauneuf-du-Pape - France, Rhône, Southern Rhône, Châteauneuf-du-Pape (9/16/2018)
Day 1: Very much an Old...

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Last post by Arv R
September 18th, 2018, 7:40 pm
Wine storage in the Nashville area?

Last post by SeanHarding « September 18th, 2018, 6:38 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by JJ Seiters » June 10th, 2011, 4:23 pm » in Wine Talk

Hi All,
We are relocating to the Nashville area (Franklin) later this Summer and I was wondering if there are any good off site wine storage...

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Last post by SeanHarding
September 18th, 2018, 6:38 pm
German and Austrian Reds

Last post by James Wright « September 18th, 2018, 5:57 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by CoryA » September 13th, 2018, 8:21 pm » in Wine Talk

Can anyone recommend a few exceptional German or Austrian reds that can be purchased for less than $150/bottle?

My palate is typically Bordeaux,...

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Last post by James Wright
September 18th, 2018, 5:57 pm
7 ways to open up a wine bottle without a corkscrew or 7 ways not to

Last post by Markus S « September 18th, 2018, 5:56 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Blake Brown » September 16th, 2018, 7:30 am » in Wine Talk

Quick disclaimer: most of these methods aren’t 100% foolproof. In fact, they are all prone to screw up your bottle of wine if done incorrectly or...

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Last post by Markus S
September 18th, 2018, 5:56 pm
Kosta Browne is live

Last post by John M Richards « September 18th, 2018, 5:55 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Jim Clary » September 12th, 2018, 12:27 pm » in Wine Talk

I had received a save the date note from KB that today was the fall release. Since I hadn't gotten an e-mail, I went online and found I could place...

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Last post by John M Richards
September 18th, 2018, 5:55 pm
TN: 2017 Massican Gemina (USA, California)

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « September 18th, 2018, 5:09 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by D@vid Bu3ker » September 18th, 2018, 1:27 pm » in Wine Talk

2017 Massican Gemina - USA, California (9/17/2018)
A blend of 77% Pinot Grigio and 23% Greco, the 2017 Massican Gemina takes what could be a...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
September 18th, 2018, 5:09 pm
Envoyer is crushing it with Champagne these days

Last post by Brad Baker « September 18th, 2018, 4:17 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Frank Murray III » June 1st, 2017, 5:59 pm » in Wine Talk
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It seems week after week that Envoyer has been offering one cool Champagne after another. Just today, the Vilmart Cuvee Rubis '10. Earlier this week...
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Last post by Brad Baker
September 18th, 2018, 4:17 pm
DALLAS FORT WORTH Berserker Event in November

Last post by RyanC « September 18th, 2018, 4:13 pm
Posted in Offline Planner
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by K John Joseph » August 15th, 2018, 4:07 pm » in Offline Planner

I'd like to organize a big Berserker event in Dallas in early November. Please PM me if you're interested. Goal is to finally get a big get together...

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September 18th, 2018, 4:13 pm

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