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Thought Experiment. Build a Collection on $100 a month

Last post by Markus S « December 1st, 2020, 6:51 am
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by michael_holmstrom » November 30th, 2020, 10:28 pm » in Wine Talk

Thought Experiment. You wake up tomorrow on your 50th birthday and your wine cellar and bank account has been emptied by an invasive wine drinking...

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Last post by Markus S
December 1st, 2020, 6:51 am
Do you clean your worm?

Last post by Markus S « December 1st, 2020, 6:47 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Jeremy C » November 30th, 2020, 5:00 pm » in Wine Talk

So, do you clean your corkscrew after each use, or just if you happen to notice TCA? I forgot to clean mine after using it previously on a tainted...

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Last post by Markus S
December 1st, 2020, 6:47 am
Wine Refrigerators

Last post by Donnie B « December 1st, 2020, 6:45 am
Posted in Wine 101: The Basics
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by j. rosen » February 4th, 2011, 2:28 pm » in Wine 101: The Basics
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Does anybody have a suggestion for a good wine refrigerator / cooler to store 50+ bottles at home?
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Last post by Donnie B
December 1st, 2020, 6:45 am
GLASVIN a new handmade glass for $25!

Last post by HoosJustinG « December 1st, 2020, 6:40 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Peter Petersen » April 14th, 2020, 1:37 pm » in Wine Talk
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I've been looking for a nice light glass that not only allows wines to shine but also won't break the bank when I invariably crack one while washing...
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Last post by HoosJustinG
December 1st, 2020, 6:40 am
Your favorite Thomas Rivers Brown wine?

Last post by A1ex H « December 1st, 2020, 6:37 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mitchell Fenton » November 15th, 2020, 9:52 am » in Wine Talk
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I am a big Outpost freak but recently tried Casa Piena 16, blew me away. Now wondering what else I'm missing from TRB...
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Last post by A1ex H
December 1st, 2020, 6:37 am
TN: 2005 Joh Jos Prum Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spatlese

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « December 1st, 2020, 6:36 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by G. Curd » November 29th, 2020, 4:33 pm » in Wine Talk

We took a little mini vacation to a hotel this weekend because my 6 year old just loves hotels. We got a great deal on a suite and saw two other...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
December 1st, 2020, 6:36 am
WineAccess Thread - Wines, Tasting Notes, Deals, etc.

Last post by David Crow « December 1st, 2020, 6:26 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Peter C. » August 13th, 2020, 11:35 am » in Wine Talk
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Figured I'd start a thread unless there's one out there so we're not ruining the fun within the de Negoce thread. I'm also lazy and searching the...
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Last post by David Crow
December 1st, 2020, 6:26 am
Holiday Gift Food Delivery Ideas

Last post by Dennis Atick « December 1st, 2020, 6:15 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

by Dennis Atick » December 1st, 2020, 6:15 am » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

Hi all- My wife and I decided to forego trying to buy our parents (late 70s-80s) gifts for xmas and decided to do food gifts. This has turned out to...

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Last post by Dennis Atick
December 1st, 2020, 6:15 am
de Negoce offer

Last post by Peter C. « December 1st, 2020, 6:14 am
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by Len Stevens » April 30th, 2020, 8:14 am » in Wine Talk
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Only $120 case for Napa fruit plus shipping? I'm in for a case...not much risk....
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Last post by Peter C.
December 1st, 2020, 6:14 am
Monthly check-in: Cellar inventory reduction plan

Last post by ehrlichdy « December 1st, 2020, 6:10 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by maureen nelson » April 1st, 2018, 11:53 am » in Wine Talk
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Ok we (well, the old farts among us) talk about owning too much wine, stopping buying, reducing our holdings, etc. So i challenge those of us to post...
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Last post by ehrlichdy
December 1st, 2020, 6:10 am
Black Friday Sales

Last post by Max S. « December 1st, 2020, 6:09 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Glas » November 25th, 2020, 1:35 pm » in Wine Talk
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Please post any after you get yours first! champagne.gif

I have not seen much buzz on some of the sites I buy from but I am sure there will be some...
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Last post by Max S.
December 1st, 2020, 6:09 am
Favorite Cabernet Producers Under $75

Last post by Otto Forsberg « December 1st, 2020, 5:53 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Alex G » May 17th, 2020, 3:36 pm » in Wine Talk
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Searched and couldn’t find a recent thread...

What are your favorite Cabernet producers for under $75? Bonus points for under $50, and also with a...
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Last post by Otto Forsberg
December 1st, 2020, 5:53 am
TN: 2016 Isole e Olena Chianti Classico

Last post by Tom G l a s g o w « December 1st, 2020, 5:39 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Tim Heaton » September 6th, 2019, 2:28 pm » in Wine Talk

Association (Viticoltori di) San Donato in Poggio (Castello della Paneretta, località Monsanto II, Barberino val d'Elsa, FI): Very impressive, and...

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Last post by Tom G l a s g o w
December 1st, 2020, 5:39 am
Does anyone else really look forward to Monday AM on CellarTracker?

Last post by C. Mc Cart « December 1st, 2020, 5:20 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by HoosJustinG » November 30th, 2020, 7:57 am » in Wine Talk

The weekend often offers either an opportunity or an excuse to open pricier bottles, and I always look forward to the right hand side of...

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Last post by C. Mc Cart
December 1st, 2020, 5:20 am
TN: 2007 Trimbach Riesling Cuvée Frédéric Emile (France, Alsace)

Last post by maureen nelson « December 1st, 2020, 5:02 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by B. Buzzini » June 24th, 2020, 4:26 pm » in Wine Talk

Thought I'd crack open another bottle after seeing Brodie's poxed bottle thread here...

My last bottle of this back in Dec was poxed as well...but...

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Last post by maureen nelson
December 1st, 2020, 5:02 am
The Cocktail Thread

Last post by Kelly Walker « December 1st, 2020, 4:58 am
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by John Liotta » April 30th, 2011, 11:56 am » in Beer and Spirits
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I noticed that while we have threads devoted to Bourbon, Scotch and Rye, and a very very vibrant one dedicated to Beer, we don't have one dedicated...
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Last post by Kelly Walker
December 1st, 2020, 4:58 am
Immense Pleasure Or Profundity?

Last post by Markus S « December 1st, 2020, 4:47 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Michael S. Monie » November 29th, 2020, 8:19 am » in Wine Talk

A wine that is a current subject of discussion here was described as, delivering immense pleasure but lacking in profundity . So, if you had to...

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Last post by Markus S
December 1st, 2020, 4:47 am
What are your current favorite cookbooks?

Last post by TimF « December 1st, 2020, 4:30 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by Jeremy C » November 30th, 2020, 7:58 pm » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

My wife is the foodie between us, and I have traditionally gotten her various books over the years. I’m looking for something to give her (among...

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Last post by TimF
December 1st, 2020, 4:30 am
Week 2 Virtual Tasting Series for Charity - Aussie Aussie Aussie - Jay H for Food Bank - Nov30 - DEC9

Last post by Paul Fountain « December 1st, 2020, 4:05 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by J a y H a c k » November 29th, 2020, 12:58 pm » in Wine Talk

My theme this year will be Aussie Aussie Aussie Down Under My charity will be a food bank to be chosen by my wife, who is making up for our lack of...

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Last post by Paul Fountain
December 1st, 2020, 4:05 am
TN: 2014 Vietti Castiglione - pretty but very lightweight

Last post by F.Daner « December 1st, 2020, 3:35 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by D@vid Bu3ker » March 11th, 2019, 5:10 am » in Wine Talk

Braised some lamb shanks and checked out a test bottle of the 2014 Vietti Barolo Castiglione . It definitely showed as a lighter vintage, and...

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Last post by F.Daner
December 1st, 2020, 3:35 am
Small under the radar high quality Napa area wineries

Last post by F.Daner « December 1st, 2020, 3:29 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by FMansfield » November 30th, 2020, 7:51 am » in Wine Talk

Curious if anyone knows of high quality wineries in the Napa area (including all the AVAs). Interested in cab based wines.

I tried searching for...

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Last post by F.Daner
December 1st, 2020, 3:29 am
WOTYs 2020 Edition -- and your Discovery of the Year

Last post by Andy Sc « December 1st, 2020, 2:53 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Sh@n A » November 25th, 2020, 2:03 pm » in Wine Talk
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My WOTY is locked in at this point: the 1989 Lynch Bages. I absolutely loved this wine's silky texture, grip and mouth coating flavors (with a seam...
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Last post by Andy Sc
December 1st, 2020, 2:53 am
Schloss Johannisberg - God save the Queen

Last post by Martin Zwick « December 1st, 2020, 1:30 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Martin Zwick » November 30th, 2020, 12:43 am » in Wine Talk

Abbaye of Johnsberg is the best made on the Rhine without comparison … That of the year 1775 is the best.

Thomas Jefferson

One of the highlights...

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Last post by Martin Zwick
December 1st, 2020, 1:30 am
Do world-class California Rieslings exist?

Last post by Marcus Goodfellow « December 1st, 2020, 1:08 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by M. Dildine » November 25th, 2011, 3:04 pm » in Wine Talk
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I just received an offering from Navarro. Included in the release is a '10 Riesling. It got me thinking. Are there wineries (Navarro or others) that...
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Last post by Marcus Goodfellow
December 1st, 2020, 1:08 am
CAULIFLOWER CARBONARA

Last post by Martin Zwick « November 30th, 2020, 11:21 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

by Martin Zwick » November 30th, 2020, 11:21 pm » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

First, if you have problems with butter, then skip this recipe.

Its a heavy&rustic and in a certain way also sophisticated dish by the...

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Last post by Martin Zwick
November 30th, 2020, 11:21 pm
WTB 1991 Dominus

Last post by Justin W ells « November 30th, 2020, 9:50 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Justin W ells » November 30th, 2020, 9:50 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Looking for 1991 Dominus in all formats.

Thanks!

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Last post by Justin W ells
November 30th, 2020, 9:50 pm
What de Négoce wine are you drinking tonight?

Last post by Mike R « November 30th, 2020, 9:18 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by MatthewT » October 1st, 2020, 6:43 pm » in Wine Talk
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If you can, please post as much as you are willing about the background of the # wine you are drinking. Most don't know what the #s are so...
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Last post by Mike R
November 30th, 2020, 9:18 pm
Wine Guardian ductless system?

Last post by Jeremy C « November 30th, 2020, 9:05 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by SeanHarding » November 30th, 2020, 5:09 pm » in Wine Talk

Does anyone here have experience with the Wine Guardian ductless split system ? I have seen some other posts here talking about Wine Guardian, but I...

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Last post by Jeremy C
November 30th, 2020, 9:05 pm
Residential HVAC System for Cellar

Last post by JDavisRoby « November 30th, 2020, 8:50 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Kyle Zeman » November 30th, 2020, 8:33 pm » in Wine Talk

My local HVAC guy is recommending we install a Daikin mini-split 1-ton system FTK12AXVJU for a new cellar. Would anyone recommend going this route,...

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Last post by JDavisRoby
November 30th, 2020, 8:50 pm
FS; 4x2013 Schrader Sparky and 2003 Hennessey Paradis

Last post by Otto Dobre « November 30th, 2020, 7:53 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Otto Dobre » November 30th, 2020, 7:53 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

All together 4 magnums plus one Cognac for $4k. Only pick up in San Diego. Basically all bottles priced at $800 each, which is at least 20% less than...

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Last post by Otto Dobre
November 30th, 2020, 7:53 pm
2016 Mayacamas cab-Verify what you are buying!

Last post by Brent S « November 30th, 2020, 7:49 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brent S » November 29th, 2020, 6:49 pm » in Wine Talk

Beware-Mayacamas supposedly issued a new Cabernet Sauvignon this year.

I found a nice “deal” on the 2016 mt veeder the other day. When I picked the...

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Last post by Brent S
November 30th, 2020, 7:49 pm
It's critic bingo! ("Lifted by metallic minerality")

Last post by GregT « November 30th, 2020, 7:45 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Morris » April 13th, 2017, 10:41 am » in Wine Talk
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Pity the poor wine critic. So many wines, so few words.

The problem was brought home by this blurb in one of those e-mails:

The 2012 Barolo...
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Last post by GregT
November 30th, 2020, 7:45 pm
What BEER are you drinking?

Last post by TimF « November 30th, 2020, 7:29 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 TimF
November 30th, 2020, 7:29 pm
Official WTSO thread

Last post by joejolesch « November 30th, 2020, 7:23 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Eric Rose » July 10th, 2013, 11:44 am » in Wine Talk
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I can't find ANY reviews on CT or elsewhere. The website for the winery given in the WTSO blurb doesn't even appear to be the right winery!
But I...
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Last post by joejolesch
November 30th, 2020, 7:23 pm
More Home Cellar Suggestions/Questions

Last post by Brian Tuite « November 30th, 2020, 7:19 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Brian Tuite » November 30th, 2020, 7:19 pm » in Wine Talk

I didn’t want to hijack Vamsi’s thread.

I am in the planning stages of doing something in my garage as well but have an issue with heat because it’s...

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Last post by Brian Tuite
November 30th, 2020, 7:19 pm
Chateauneuf-du-Pape Offer

Last post by Rob Weaver « November 30th, 2020, 7:18 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by k s h i n » November 22nd, 2020, 4:18 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

This is a commercial offer from Winovisor. Please email info@winovisor.com.

Most of them are from one cellar, turning capsules and excellent ullage....

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Last post by Rob Weaver
November 30th, 2020, 7:18 pm
Non-wine wine related gifts for the seasons

Last post by G. Curd « November 30th, 2020, 7:10 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by G. Curd » November 30th, 2020, 9:22 am » in Wine Talk

Hi All. I know that that title is a mouthful. I was wondering what gifts, knickknacks, corckscrews, glasses, etc you would suggest for people to buy...

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Last post by G. Curd
November 30th, 2020, 7:10 pm
NYTimes: Asimov on Grape Variety Caste System

Last post by Ian Brand « November 30th, 2020, 6:57 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by TomHill » November 23rd, 2020, 9:43 am » in Wine Talk
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On why some grape varieties are noble and others are not. He argues that...
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Last post by Ian Brand
November 30th, 2020, 6:57 pm
Teeny Tiny Wineries of... Oregon

Last post by Todd Hamina « November 30th, 2020, 6:51 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Todd Hamina » January 29th, 2018, 10:32 am » in Wine Talk
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After reading the Pinot noir, in a warmer world thread in which a publicist places some excellent drivel into Bloomberg I wondered what about the...
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Last post by Todd Hamina
November 30th, 2020, 6:51 pm
US 25% tariff on European wines; 100% "digital" tariff on French products called off for the moment

Last post by AndrewH « November 30th, 2020, 6:35 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Morris » October 2nd, 2019, 2:32 pm » in Wine Talk
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Uh-oh. Time to stock up.

The US government announced this this afternoon. It's 10% on aircraft and 25% on other EU industrial and agricultural...
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Last post by AndrewH
November 30th, 2020, 6:35 pm
Best deal/coupon for on-line wine shopping.

Last post by bretrooks « November 30th, 2020, 6:30 pm
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by Jin F » January 11th, 2020, 2:44 pm » in Wine Talk
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Last post by bretrooks
November 30th, 2020, 6:30 pm
TN: 2011 Domaine Georges Mugneret-Gibourg Nuits St. Georges 1er Cru Les Chaignots

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « November 30th, 2020, 6:27 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Todd Tucker » November 29th, 2020, 3:57 pm » in Wine Talk

2011 Domaine Georges Mugneret-Gibourg Nuits St. Georges 1er Cru Les Chaignots - France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Nuits St. Georges 1er Cru...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
November 30th, 2020, 6:27 pm
Home Cellar Suggestions

Last post by Rich K0rz€nk0 « November 30th, 2020, 6:14 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Vamsi Kaipa » November 28th, 2020, 10:34 am » in Wine Talk

Subject: Home Cellar
Hello Berserkers,
I am looking into building a cellar at home. Thinking of dimensions of about 6ft wide and 8ft high. I live in...

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Last post by Rich K0rz€nk0
November 30th, 2020, 6:14 pm
2019 Beaujolais

Last post by Jayson Cohen « November 30th, 2020, 5:51 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Bryan Price » August 19th, 2020, 7:31 pm » in Wine Talk
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I'm late to the Beaujolais game. My friend recently opened a bottle from Moulin a Vent at dinner and I thought it tasted like a ~$60 California...
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Last post by Jayson Cohen
November 30th, 2020, 5:51 pm
Ravenswood library offer

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « November 30th, 2020, 4:27 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by robert creth » October 2nd, 2019, 3:47 pm » in Wine Talk
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Got a notification of an upcoming offer thru the Once and Future site. Hopefully I can get in on some aged Zinfandel.
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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
November 30th, 2020, 4:27 pm
AHA's online wine (and wine-adjacent) fundraising auction Dec 3-4

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « November 30th, 2020, 4:20 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by maureen nelson » November 30th, 2020, 1:25 pm » in Wine Talk

I hope it is ok for me to post this here. As many of you know, the DC-area chapter of the American Heart Association hosts a 4 day wine event every...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
November 30th, 2020, 4:20 pm
1996 Domaine Huet: Vouvray Le Mont Sec (Loire, France).

Last post by Rich Brown « November 30th, 2020, 4:18 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Nicos Neocleous » November 29th, 2020, 7:41 am » in Wine Talk

1996 Domaine Huet: Vouvray Le Mont Sec (Loire, France).

Domaine Huet needs no introduction from me. The older style label is pleasing to the eye....

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Last post by Rich Brown
November 30th, 2020, 4:18 pm
What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?

Last post by maureen nelson « November 30th, 2020, 4:11 pm
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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 maureen nelson
November 30th, 2020, 4:11 pm
Better to store wine warm or cold...

Last post by Alex N « November 30th, 2020, 3:52 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Matt Anderson » November 30th, 2020, 2:14 pm » in Wine Talk

I recently moved from Minnesota to Florida. While in Minnesota I kept my wine in a Eurocave. At one time I had around 100 bottles in the Eurocave,...

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Last post by Alex N
November 30th, 2020, 3:52 pm
Cyber Monday / Zalto's $50/glass in 6 packs

Last post by Chris Freemott « November 30th, 2020, 3:50 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Chris Freemott » November 30th, 2020, 3:11 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Zalto's available in 6 pack quantities only (6,12,18, 24 etc)

www.cjfselections.com

code needed is CYBERMONDAY

Bordeaux and Burgundy - stock is...

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Last post by Chris Freemott
November 30th, 2020, 3:50 pm
Gaja For A Steal!! Happy Cyber Monday

Last post by Justin Bonner « November 30th, 2020, 3:42 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Justin Bonner » November 30th, 2020, 1:01 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

I have multiple 6pks of each for sale along with loose bottles. All well below market. Have fun.

2014 San Lorenzo $275/ea
2015 San Lorenzo $300/ea...

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Last post by Justin Bonner
November 30th, 2020, 3:42 pm
Costco $550 Belota Iberico

Last post by Betty C « November 30th, 2020, 3:36 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by brianmcbrearty » November 1st, 2019, 10:15 am » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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Last post by Betty C
November 30th, 2020, 3:36 pm
Shout out to your local wine shop gal/guy!

Last post by Sjmotta « November 30th, 2020, 3:23 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Jim Stewart » November 4th, 2020, 6:17 am » in Wine Talk

Before the relatively recent times of being able to ship wine to my home state, I frequented a couple of local wine shops for wine purchases for many...

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Last post by Sjmotta
November 30th, 2020, 3:23 pm
Madeira newbie, looking for advice

Last post by Eric Ifune « November 30th, 2020, 3:00 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Nate Simon » November 26th, 2020, 3:03 pm » in Wine Talk

Madeira seems a magical mystery wine. Made on islands in the middle of nowhere, intentionally and severely oxidized, off-dry or even sweet.
I feel...

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Last post by Eric Ifune
November 30th, 2020, 3:00 pm
2016 Barolo Notes (added E. Pira Via Nuova and Vajra Bricco delle Viole)

Last post by F.Daner « November 30th, 2020, 2:49 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by J D o v e » November 2nd, 2020, 6:34 pm » in Wine Talk

Couple more F. Alessandria 2016s tasted over a couple of nights this weekend. Did Osso Buco (sous vide) last tonight with Risotto Milanese — great...

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Last post by F.Daner
November 30th, 2020, 2:49 pm
LTB SQN Eleven Confessions - 2016 Collector Case

Last post by William Gladstone « November 30th, 2020, 2:41 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by William Gladstone » November 30th, 2020, 2:41 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Hoping all had a pleasant Thanksgiving holiday,
for us the 4 day break was wonderful...

We have a request for 19/cs of the 2016 SQN eleven...

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Last post by William Gladstone
November 30th, 2020, 2:41 pm
Forgive me WB...for I have sinned. I'm mailing it in for Thanksgiving

Last post by Tom G l a s g o w « November 30th, 2020, 2:25 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by Chris Freemott » November 24th, 2020, 7:17 pm » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

yeah....I'm exhausted.

I just bought a pre-packed meal kit for Thanksgiving.

It feels like the ultimate sin.

But, now, coming clean...I feel...

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Last post by Tom G l a s g o w
November 30th, 2020, 2:25 pm
TN: 2016 Clothing Optional Wine Co. (USA, California, Central Coast, Chalone)

Last post by Brian Tuite « November 30th, 2020, 2:16 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian Tuite » November 26th, 2020, 12:50 pm » in Wine Talk

2016 Clothing Optional Wine Co. - USA, California, Central Coast, Chalone (11/26/2020)
Man has this got it going on! Banana on the nose, bright...

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Last post by Brian Tuite
November 30th, 2020, 2:16 pm
The Bourbon Thread

Last post by Andrew Kotowski « November 30th, 2020, 1:19 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Scott Butler » March 23rd, 2010, 7:13 pm » in Beer and Spirits
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What are you drinking, what do you like? Oh, and let me clarify - it doesn't have to just be the legal definition of bourbon, but the style. I'd like...
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Last post by Andrew Kotowski
November 30th, 2020, 1:19 pm
FS: Kutch McDougall

Last post by Ross W « November 30th, 2020, 1:09 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Ross W » November 30th, 2020, 1:09 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

I have the following Kutch McDougall for sale for $50 per bottle. All are well below cost:

8 bottles of 2012
12 bottles of 2013
12 bottles 2014
4...

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Last post by Ross W
November 30th, 2020, 1:09 pm
Virtual Tasting for Charity - Empty My Wallet, Help Me Support Laura's House (11/20 - 11/29)

Last post by Margaret Bayston « November 30th, 2020, 1:06 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Frank Murray III » November 14th, 2020, 4:13 pm » in Wine Talk
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This has been a tough year for many. We all know those challenges, some have felt them personally. To help with that, let's do something positive and...
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Last post by Margaret Bayston
November 30th, 2020, 1:06 pm
Grand Cru requirement for Commerce Corner? (poll)

Last post by Todd F r e n c h « November 30th, 2020, 12:39 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 58
by mattcitrang » November 16th, 2020, 12:51 pm » in Wine Talk
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Should Commerce Corner posts for sale items require Crand Cru Cru membership?
I’m sure this will get a few responses. Please state your reasons....
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Last post by Todd F r e n c h
November 30th, 2020, 12:39 pm
What SCOTCH are you drinking?

Last post by Edward H. Earles « November 30th, 2020, 12:10 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
Replies: 769
by Brian G r a f s t r o m » December 13th, 2009, 10:30 am » in Beer and Spirits
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It's actually been a while since I've had a pour, but for the purposes of starting this I'll toss-out my favorite, Lagavulin.
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Last post by Edward H. Earles
November 30th, 2020, 12:10 pm
Christmas Comes Early! WineBid Rebates ONLY for Wine Berserkers!

Last post by Rodrigo B « November 30th, 2020, 12:01 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 61
by Todd F r e n c h » November 18th, 2020, 1:59 pm » in Wine Talk
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Let's brighten up this terrible year with a fantastic gift from WineBid and WineBerserkers, shall we???

WineBid.com's new CEO, Russ Mann, has been...
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Last post by Rodrigo B
November 30th, 2020, 12:01 pm
Your Gin?

Last post by K John Joseph « November 30th, 2020, 12:00 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
Replies: 443
by Jim Karegeannes » March 20th, 2010, 2:03 pm » in Beer and Spirits
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Nice article from David Wondrich in the current Saveur about various types of gins available now.

I'm a London Dry person, Plymouth if I get it...
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Last post by K John Joseph
November 30th, 2020, 12:00 pm
Whining.

Last post by Rodrigo B « November 30th, 2020, 11:32 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 20
by Paul Flynn » November 19th, 2020, 11:51 am » in Wine Talk

That's right. this is a whine about a producer. Feel free to move along.

Earlier in the year I opened one of a 6-pack of wines from this producer....

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Last post by Rodrigo B
November 30th, 2020, 11:32 am
TN: 2003 Argyle Pinot Noir Nuthouse Willamette Valley (USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley) - it's a screwcap!

Last post by Brandon R « November 30th, 2020, 11:28 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by Brandon R » November 30th, 2020, 11:28 am » in Wine Talk

2003 Argyle Pinot Noir Nuthouse Willamette Valley - USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley (11/27/2020)
This wine is bottled under screwcap, purchased on...

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Last post by Brandon R
November 30th, 2020, 11:28 am
Shipping rates 2 Bottles from California to Colorado?

Last post by PeterJ « November 30th, 2020, 10:51 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 12
by J Murphy » November 29th, 2020, 1:09 pm » in Wine Talk

Hello

I would like to ship two bottles of wine to a friend in Colorado.

I already have a box from wine.com that hold two bottles so I am good...

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Last post by PeterJ
November 30th, 2020, 10:51 am
2020 West Coast Weather and Farming Thread

Last post by Casey Hartlip « November 30th, 2020, 10:47 am
Posted in Cellar Rats (ITB)
Replies: 577
by Merrill Lindquist » January 1st, 2020, 3:08 pm » in Cellar Rats (ITB)
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Just got in from my New Year's Eve celebration, was poking around the Board, and realized we needed a new thread for the new year. Happy New Year to...
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Last post by Casey Hartlip
November 30th, 2020, 10:47 am
When does the matchstick in chardonnay blow off?

Last post by Michael O'Brien « November 30th, 2020, 10:46 am
Posted in Wine 101: The Basics
Replies: 3
by Glen Gold » November 24th, 2020, 10:20 pm » in Wine 101: The Basics

The first time I had Dujac (their Bourgogne blanc) was the first time I smelled and tasted sulfur. COOL, I thought, because I didn't know wine could...

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Last post by Michael O'Brien
November 30th, 2020, 10:46 am
TN: Larmandier, ZH Hengst, Harlan, de Malle

Last post by D Lieberman « November 30th, 2020, 10:27 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 10
by Brian Pinci » November 29th, 2020, 4:14 am » in Wine Talk

I’m guilty of opening wines I don’t think will be that good but want to drink up for non wine geek friends who’d normally prefer chugging beer or...

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Last post by D Lieberman
November 30th, 2020, 10:27 am
What did you cook tonight?

Last post by LMD Ermitaño « November 30th, 2020, 10:24 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
Replies: 1741
by Mark B » March 3rd, 2016, 4:12 pm » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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I just finished off a plate of oven-baked salmon in a soy/honey/lime glaze, pan-seared asparagus cooked in butter, and pilaf rice with my second...
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Last post by LMD Ermitaño
November 30th, 2020, 10:24 am
Which Champagne are you drinking?

Last post by Blake Brown « November 30th, 2020, 10:20 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 1608
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Seems like this might be a good thread for the bubbleheads here.

I'll start it with three

2004 Jacquesson Champ Cain - love this, deep Chardonnay...
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Last post by Blake Brown
November 30th, 2020, 10:20 am
What bottle of wine did you open today?

Last post by Jake Dvoskin « November 30th, 2020, 10:20 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 12544
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 Jake Dvoskin
November 30th, 2020, 10:20 am
Coffee maker recommendations?

Last post by Robert Ferguson « November 30th, 2020, 9:32 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
Replies: 278
by Kyle Schlachter » February 7th, 2015, 7:43 am » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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We have a Capresso CoffeeTec 471 that seems to be on its last gasping breath. Does anyone have a recommendation for a replacement/upgrade? The things...
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Last post by Robert Ferguson
November 30th, 2020, 9:32 am
Truffles 2020

Last post by Barry L i p t o n « November 30th, 2020, 9:26 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
Replies: 27
by Clayton Wai-Poi » October 12th, 2020, 2:38 pm » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

Any early word on the truffle season for 2020.

I know in the current circumstances it may seem a little perverse to indulge in truffles, but my wife...

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Last post by Barry L i p t o n
November 30th, 2020, 9:26 am
The cork is depressed...should I be as well?

Last post by JackW e i s s b e r g « November 30th, 2020, 9:15 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 28
by Eric Lundblad » March 13th, 2012, 2:20 pm » in Wine Talk

While going through my cellar, I noticed something possibly concerning with my 02 D'Angerville Clos des Ducs': Looking up under the foil, I saw the...

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Last post by JackW e i s s b e r g
November 30th, 2020, 9:15 am
The Garagiste Thread (The Great Enabler) Back to Life

Last post by loren.grossman « November 30th, 2020, 9:11 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 3979
by Yoni O v a d i a » January 27th, 2009, 1:38 pm » in Wine Talk
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Someone else started on the last Berserker forum, so I figured I'd get it going over here....

Anyone biting on the 2004 Le Ragnaie Brunello di...
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Last post by loren.grossman
November 30th, 2020, 9:11 am
Selections from my local rural wine shop

Last post by TimF « November 30th, 2020, 8:45 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 5
by Dan Kravitz » October 8th, 2020, 6:10 pm » in Wine Talk

Black Sheep Wine Shop in Harpswell, Maine. Owner John Verplanck will admit that he is far from a wine expert, but he loves the stuff and puts his...

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Last post by TimF
November 30th, 2020, 8:45 am
Von Strasser Reserve Diamond Mountain

Last post by Jeremy Charmak « November 30th, 2020, 7:23 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Jeremy Charmak » November 30th, 2020, 7:23 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

2010 Von Strasser Reserve Diamond Mountain Multiple packages available
2 pack $125 shipped
3 pack $175 shipped Sold
4 pack $220 shipped

Add a 2000...

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Last post by Jeremy Charmak
November 30th, 2020, 7:23 am
TN: 2019 Trediberri Dogliani "Bricco Mollea" (Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Dogliani)

Last post by Rich Salsano « November 30th, 2020, 6:53 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 3
by Todd Tucker » November 29th, 2020, 4:35 pm » in Wine Talk

2019 Trediberri Dogliani Bricco Mollea - Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Dogliani (11/25/2020)
A nose that makes me happy. Fresh snappy fruit, some tar,...

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Last post by Rich Salsano
November 30th, 2020, 6:53 am
French Wine Guide

Last post by melvinyeo « November 30th, 2020, 6:38 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 2
by Perone Michael » November 28th, 2020, 8:23 pm » in Wine Talk

My brother has been a fan of wine for a good ten years, and I am looking for a book that I could offer for Christmas. I am looking for something...

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Last post by melvinyeo
November 30th, 2020, 6:38 am
Weekend in Rioja

Last post by Ramon C « November 30th, 2020, 5:26 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 8
by Alex Rychlewski » June 26th, 2012, 1:50 am » in Wine Talk

Rioja's just a 4 hour drive from my house and it's really surprising that I have only been there once before.

On Thursday my wife and I stopped off...

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Last post by Ramon C
November 30th, 2020, 5:26 am
RUDY KURNIAWAN & GLOBAL WINE AUCTION FRAUD THREAD (MERGED)

Last post by NJBruce « November 30th, 2020, 3:09 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 8969
by Don Cornwell » February 4th, 2012, 12:16 am » in Wine Talk
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In the last 48 hours I have confirmed from multiple sources that Rudy Kurniawan is once again offering millions of dollars worth of wine for auction...
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Last post by NJBruce
November 30th, 2020, 3:09 am
TN: 01 Lignier Clos de la Roche and 02 Chevillon "Perrieres"

Last post by PCLIN « November 30th, 2020, 1:54 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 4
by Todd Tucker » November 28th, 2020, 2:39 pm » in Wine Talk

2002 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits St. Georges 1er Cru Les Perrières - France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Nuits St. Georges 1er Cru (11/26/2020)...

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Last post by PCLIN
November 30th, 2020, 1:54 am
TN: Champagne Vouette & Sorbée Blanc d'Argile R14

Last post by Stas Medvedev « November 30th, 2020, 12:58 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by Stas Medvedev » November 30th, 2020, 12:58 am » in Wine Talk

⁣Lovely yellow gold colour. Slightly iodine, bruised apples. Oxidative in style. Like it's breadth and vinousity. 100% Chardonnay from 2ha vineyard...

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Last post by Stas Medvedev
November 30th, 2020, 12:58 am
TN: Two La Basia Reds...(short/boring)

Last post by Tomás Costa « November 30th, 2020, 12:35 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 2
by TomHill » November 29th, 2020, 2:36 pm » in Wine Talk

Tried these two over the last two days:
1. LaBasia Marzemino IGT: Benaco Bresciano LaMorene (12.5%: Frmtd in SS tank; www.labasia.it) Puegnago del...

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Last post by Tomás Costa
November 30th, 2020, 12:35 am
The big Mission/Pais/Listan Prieto thread.

Last post by Adam Frisch « November 29th, 2020, 11:51 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 89
by Adam Frisch » July 18th, 2019, 8:24 am » in Wine Talk
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I've had pretty much all the Missions produced in CA (as well as...
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Last post by Adam Frisch
November 29th, 2020, 11:51 pm
WTB:any back vintages of Château Haut-Ferrand (Pomerol)

Last post by jordan jacobs « November 29th, 2020, 9:47 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by jordan jacobs » November 29th, 2020, 9:26 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Looking to buy any vintage 2016-1982 of this Château. Any quantity. TIA

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Last post by jordan jacobs
November 29th, 2020, 9:47 pm
What Santa Barbara County/South Coast Wine Are You Drinking?

Last post by G. Bienstock « November 29th, 2020, 7:45 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 130
by Michael Martin » January 13th, 2016, 4:08 pm » in Wine Talk
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It's no secret that I like SBC wines. There are some good ones: Tercero, Tensley, Jaffurs, Ojai, Paul Lato, SQN, etc. I know others here enjoy them...
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Last post by G. Bienstock
November 29th, 2020, 7:45 pm
TN: Chateau Musar 2012-1997 vertical

Last post by jordan jacobs « November 29th, 2020, 6:55 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 52
by Otto Forsberg » February 11th, 2020, 6:54 am » in Wine Talk
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Awhile back I mentioned I arranged a tasting on Chateau Musar's past 16 vintages. Jim Stewart asked me to post the notes, but since I didn't have...
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Last post by jordan jacobs
November 29th, 2020, 6:55 pm
Criminal (EDIT: or silly, if you like) pricing on 2016 Produttori Crus

Last post by Dav1d S@wyer « November 29th, 2020, 6:20 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 38
by J D o v e » November 9th, 2020, 1:12 pm » in Wine Talk

EDIT: For those new to this post — my use of the word criminal is hyperbolic. While I didn’t imagine that would require clarification, I don’t want...

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Last post by Dav1d S@wyer
November 29th, 2020, 6:20 pm
The 1999 Dom Perignon Heat Damage Challenge - The Results

Last post by Jim F « November 29th, 2020, 6:11 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 35
by brigcampbell » November 26th, 2020, 8:32 am » in Wine Talk

My homage to the GOAT (greatest of all threads) by Mark B (Drinkxie) The 16-bottle Chardonnay Blowout Challenge If you have not read this thread then...

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Last post by Jim F
November 29th, 2020, 6:11 pm
Andremily Release: No. 7 + 2018 Mourvèdre

Last post by Tyler F. « November 29th, 2020, 5:50 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 29
by KyleC » November 18th, 2020, 9:02 am » in Wine Talk

Who's biting on this release? This is my first year on the list and I read some old WB threads, but curious people's thoughts on their more recent...

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Last post by Tyler F.
November 29th, 2020, 5:50 pm
TN: 2013 Rhys Alesia Chardonnay Alder Springs Vineyard

Last post by Rich K0rz€nk0 « November 29th, 2020, 5:34 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Rich K0rz€nk0 » November 29th, 2020, 5:34 pm » in Wine Talk

2013 Rhys Alesia Chardonnay Alder Springs Vineyard - USA, California, North Coast, Mendocino County (11/29/2020)
Random selection to go with Turkey...

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Last post by Rich K0rz€nk0
November 29th, 2020, 5:34 pm
Favorite food gifts?

Last post by Stan Y. « November 29th, 2020, 5:29 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
Replies: 14
by Z Scheiner » November 28th, 2020, 5:47 am » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

Vendors in general or specific items? Looking to branch out from my usual holiday gift souces...

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Last post by Stan Y.
November 29th, 2020, 5:29 pm
Alsatian Pinot Noir Recommendation ?

Last post by Andrew Bair « November 29th, 2020, 5:02 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 27
by Gary Schulte » January 18th, 2020, 6:25 am » in Wine Talk

Early next month a bunch of local wine industry friends are getting together to taste through different Alsatian wines. Pinot noir seems to be the...

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Last post by Andrew Bair
November 29th, 2020, 5:02 pm
TN: Bischoflich Riesling ??...(short/boring)

Last post by TomHill « November 29th, 2020, 4:59 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 2
by TomHill » November 29th, 2020, 2:11 pm » in Wine Talk

Tried this w/ Sue at our Fri Thanksgiving dinner:
1. Bischoflich Riesling Trier ?? : med.light gold color that deepened overnight; strong...

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Last post by TomHill
November 29th, 2020, 4:59 pm
Cyber Monday!!! Biggio Hamina Cellars 2017 Johnson Ridge vineyard Pinot noir

Last post by Todd Hamina « November 29th, 2020, 4:58 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
Replies: 4
by Todd Hamina » November 22nd, 2020, 10:21 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

This wine is all 777 grown on volcanic soils in the Eola-Amity Hills AVA. So it is red fruited and gorgeous. 100% whole cluster and done in neutral...

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Last post by Todd Hamina
November 29th, 2020, 4:58 pm
FS or FT: 2013 Faiveley Mazi $140/btl

Last post by Justin Bonner « November 29th, 2020, 4:45 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Justin Bonner » November 27th, 2020, 11:05 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

I have up to four 6pks plus five bottles available. Recent auction at $189/btl and lowest price on WS Pro is $216/btl. Selling for $140/btl. Will...

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Last post by Justin Bonner
November 29th, 2020, 4:45 pm

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