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The Bourbon Thread

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « November 20th, 2019, 11:48 am
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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 Mich@el Ch@ng
November 20th, 2019, 11:48 am
Le Calandre

Last post by Sarah Kirschbaum « November 20th, 2019, 11:37 am
Posted in Travel and Restaurants Forum
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by Philip Ente » November 19th, 2019, 7:56 am » in Travel and Restaurants Forum

Recently had one of the five or six most remarkable restaurant experiences of my life.
I do not believe in these classifications of 1-2 3 because...

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Last post by Sarah Kirschbaum
November 20th, 2019, 11:37 am
New York City, aka Manhattan and the boroughs BYO

Last post by Michel Abood « November 20th, 2019, 11:34 am
Posted in BYO Forum - Wine at Restaurants
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by Dan Hammer » May 17th, 2010, 9:42 pm » in BYO Forum - Wine at Restaurants
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Welcome to the New York City , aka Manhattan and the boroughs, BYO forum.

Check out post 481 re: grubstreet and BYO. edit 7/5/17.

edit 2/26/14...
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Last post by Michel Abood
November 20th, 2019, 11:34 am
Château Meyney - Saint Estèphe - 2003

Last post by Robert.A.Jr. « November 20th, 2019, 11:20 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Julian Marshall » November 20th, 2019, 9:03 am » in Wine Talk

The recent cud chewing about Bordeaux 2003 made me feel like trying one, so I fished my last bottle of Meyney out, mindful of Chris Seiber's advice...

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Last post by Robert.A.Jr.
November 20th, 2019, 11:20 am
Gallo Purchases Pahlmeyer

Last post by J3ff S@g@n « November 20th, 2019, 11:19 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by larry schaffer » November 19th, 2019, 10:52 am » in Wine Talk

Was just reported by wine spectator. I'm certain they'll be plenty more details to come shortly.

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Last post by J3ff S@g@n
November 20th, 2019, 11:19 am
Fukushima’s Nuclear Signature Found in California Wine

Last post by Kelly Walker « November 20th, 2019, 11:13 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Subu Ramachandran » November 20th, 2019, 5:31 am » in Wine Talk

Hubert and his colleagues found measurable amounts of cesium-137 above background levels in the wine produced after 2011. “It seems there is an...

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Last post by Kelly Walker
November 20th, 2019, 11:13 am
TN- 2015 Vietti Barbaresco and Barolos, 2016 Barbera, 2018 Roero Arneis

Last post by Mark Y « November 20th, 2019, 10:56 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Tom Reddick » November 16th, 2019, 8:26 pm » in Wine Talk

Notes from a public tasting. Reds double decanted about 90 minutes in advance. Limited notes given the setting, but a generous gesture that was most...

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Last post by Mark Y
November 20th, 2019, 10:56 am
Advice Needed: Young Nervi

Last post by Tim Heaton « November 20th, 2019, 10:55 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Stephen Chen » October 24th, 2019, 7:21 pm » in Wine Talk

Thinking of trying a bottle of the 2015 Nervi Gattinara tomorrow for dinner and, having never had it before, was wondering if I should (a) pop and...

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Last post by Tim Heaton
November 20th, 2019, 10:55 am
Homemade pasta...tips for making it a day ahead?

Last post by Kenny H « November 20th, 2019, 10:54 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by Brandon R » November 19th, 2019, 8:51 am » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

Hi, Folks. My wife and I (and kids) love making pasta from scratch. That said, I think without exception, we consume said pasta right after we make...

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Last post by Kenny H
November 20th, 2019, 10:54 am
Suit against Bryant Family alleges falling sales

Last post by R M Kriete « November 20th, 2019, 10:49 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Morris » June 6th, 2019, 7:21 am » in Wine Talk
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You always have to take allegations in a civil complaint with a grain of salt, since they're unproven at this stage. But there's a lot of financial...
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Last post by R M Kriete
November 20th, 2019, 10:49 am
Chateau Palmer 2016 for $274, what the what?

Last post by bdlsmoran « November 20th, 2019, 10:49 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by bdlsmoran » November 20th, 2019, 10:49 am » in Wine Talk

Wine.com has the 2016 Chateau Palmer for $359.99. Use the promo code WINEABR1 for $100 off $300. Comes out to around $274 including shipping and...

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Last post by bdlsmoran
November 20th, 2019, 10:49 am
Andremily #6

Last post by Andre M « November 20th, 2019, 10:47 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by David Kaufman » November 17th, 2019, 3:58 pm » in Wine Talk

Seems like it's about that time of year. Anyone know when we can expect the latest offering?

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Last post by Andre M
November 20th, 2019, 10:47 am
TN: an outstanding icewine from WA State ('03 Ste. Michelle)

Last post by Brandon R « November 20th, 2019, 10:44 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brandon R » November 18th, 2019, 9:40 am » in Wine Talk

2003 Chateau Ste. Michelle White Riesling Icewine Reserve Columbia Valley

After reading about the Rogue Creamery Blue winning an international...

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Last post by Brandon R
November 20th, 2019, 10:44 am
Wine Cellar Question #71

Last post by Jeremy C « November 20th, 2019, 10:41 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Jeremy C » November 19th, 2019, 8:25 pm » in Wine Talk

Hey there,

I’m aware that if one uses spray foam (e.g., closed cell) insulation that a separate vapor barrier isn’t needed. My question is, would...

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Last post by Jeremy C
November 20th, 2019, 10:41 am
Vigna rionda ester canale giovanni rosso

Last post by Lorenzo F « November 20th, 2019, 10:36 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Lorenzo F » November 11th, 2019, 10:18 am » in Wine Talk

Coming from the same parcel as the legendary Giacosa's Collina Rionda expectations I guess will be very high .Any of you guys tried it ?
Thanks

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Last post by Lorenzo F
November 20th, 2019, 10:36 am
Christmas Roasts (non-beef)

Last post by PeterH « November 20th, 2019, 10:25 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by Joe Chanley » November 20th, 2019, 10:16 am » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

Curious if people have suggestions on the best place to get high quality rack of lamb or pork for an Xmas roast? Would also do a leg of lamb as well....

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Last post by PeterH
November 20th, 2019, 10:25 am
Ponsot Margaux and Clos de Papes

Last post by A1ex H « November 20th, 2019, 10:05 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 4
by K John Joseph » November 19th, 2019, 2:04 pm » in Wine Talk

I had the pleasure of getting together with a good friend and his buddy and a former colleague on Friday to drink a little wine. We usually set some...

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Last post by A1ex H
November 20th, 2019, 10:05 am
The Stream of Consciousness Wine Thread - or, a wine thread about nothing

Last post by R. Frankel « November 20th, 2019, 10:02 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 45
by Robert.A.Jr. » November 19th, 2019, 4:07 pm » in Wine Talk

Do you ever feel like saying something or making a comment and either not knowing where it fits, or just too inept to do a search function to see...

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Last post by R. Frankel
November 20th, 2019, 10:02 am
best easy mashed potatoes recipe?

Last post by Joe Chanley « November 20th, 2019, 9:53 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by mark rudner » November 20th, 2019, 9:08 am » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

and how early can i buy the potatoes for thanksgiving?
thanks all

(i'd love them to taste like robuchon's but i know my limits in the kitchen)

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Last post by Joe Chanley
November 20th, 2019, 9:53 am
Cellar advice

Last post by Ron Erickson « November 20th, 2019, 9:38 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 21
by Degarmo.j » November 19th, 2019, 1:28 pm » in Wine Talk

I am curious about everyone’s opinions on here about a cellar at a house I’m moving into. I’m not really the biggest fan of the diamond bins and...

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Last post by Ron Erickson
November 20th, 2019, 9:38 am
2012 $50 California Cab-off

Last post by Jonathan Sirot « November 20th, 2019, 9:37 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Dennis Kanagie » August 23rd, 2015, 7:30 pm » in Wine Talk

6 of us did a blind tasting of 4 well rated Cabernets tonight at Farm & Fisherman in Philly. The wines:

2012 Adaptation
2012 Ridge Estate
2012...

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Last post by Jonathan Sirot
November 20th, 2019, 9:37 am
Random single bottles - NEW ADDITIONS/Price drops Hirtzberger, Allemand, Marcarini, Vernay, Bartolo, etc.

Last post by MikeL238 « November 20th, 2019, 9:37 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by DanielP » November 19th, 2019, 10:05 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

2015 Allemand Cornas Chaillot - 200 - PENDING
2011 Bartolo Mascarello Barolo (2) - 170
2013 Marcarini Barolo Brunate - 40
2012 Marcarini Barolo...

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Last post by MikeL238
November 20th, 2019, 9:37 am
TN: 2015 Von Schubert Maximin Grünhäuser Abtsberg Riesling Spätlese

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « November 20th, 2019, 9:31 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Dale McClaran » June 2nd, 2018, 10:06 am » in Wine Talk

2015 Von Schubert Maximin Grünhäuser Abtsberg Riesling Spätlese - Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer (6/2/2018)
My oh My this was good. Such a light clear...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
November 20th, 2019, 9:31 am
Young cdp

Last post by Adam Lee « November 20th, 2019, 9:25 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 15
by Mich@el Ch@ng » November 19th, 2019, 6:42 pm » in Wine Talk

If you were going to open young cdp at the moment what would you pop?

15-17 pegau
15-16 beaucastel
17 donjon
17 Clos des papes

I have some other...

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Last post by Adam Lee
November 20th, 2019, 9:25 am
Are there objectively good and bad wines?

Last post by Rudi Finkler « November 20th, 2019, 9:24 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mark Golodetz » November 16th, 2019, 8:51 am » in Wine Talk
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Part of the Burgundy 2018 thread, I think it deserves a wider audience.
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Last post by Rudi Finkler
November 20th, 2019, 9:24 am
New plantings in Barolo to be halted for 3 years starting in 2020

Last post by Jeff Vaughan « November 20th, 2019, 9:22 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Joe Chanley » November 20th, 2019, 9:08 am » in Wine Talk

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Last post by Jeff Vaughan
November 20th, 2019, 9:22 am
2017 Beaujolais

Last post by Robert.A.Jr. « November 20th, 2019, 9:18 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Chad R » January 22nd, 2019, 8:53 am » in Wine Talk
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As the 2017 cru Beaujolais are showing up in email offers and on shelves, anyone have observations on specific wines and/or the vintage you can...
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Last post by Robert.A.Jr.
November 20th, 2019, 9:18 am
2020 Falltacular BYOB Friday Night Kick-Off Dinner--2/21/2020 @ 6PM

Last post by Frank Murray III « November 20th, 2019, 9:13 am
Posted in Offline Planner

by Frank Murray III » November 20th, 2019, 9:13 am » in Offline Planner

Happy holidays everyone. In support of 2020 Falltacular's main event, we will once again do our traditional Friday night kick-off dinner. This year...

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Last post by Frank Murray III
November 20th, 2019, 9:13 am
Does Storing OWC Make (Financial) Sense?

Last post by A1ex H « November 20th, 2019, 9:07 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Sh@n A » November 19th, 2019, 3:00 pm » in Wine Talk

Background
I store with offsite and just got my 2016 Bordeaux futures in, and I am assessing my storage costs, etc. What I learned, is they treat...

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Last post by A1ex H
November 20th, 2019, 9:07 am
Falltacular 2020--Saturday, 2/22/2020 at my place in the OC

Last post by Frank Murray III « November 20th, 2019, 9:03 am
Posted in Offline Planner

by Frank Murray III » November 20th, 2019, 9:03 am » in Offline Planner

Happy holidays everyone. This is a heads-up to the Wine Berserker community about February's event, this to be our 13th annual. For those who want to...

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Last post by Frank Murray III
November 20th, 2019, 9:03 am
TN: Two DryCreekVnyds SauvBlancs '18..(short/boring)

Last post by TomHill « November 20th, 2019, 8:56 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by TomHill » November 20th, 2019, 8:56 am » in Wine Talk

Tried from my latest DCV VSP shipment:
1. DryCreekVnyds SauvBlanc Taylor'sVnyd/DryCreekVlly/SonomaCnty (SauvBlanc/MusqueClone; 14.2%) Healdsburg 2018...

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Last post by TomHill
November 20th, 2019, 8:56 am
Breweries to hit in the Tempe/Phoenix area?

Last post by ClarkstonMark « November 20th, 2019, 8:42 am
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Joe Raymond » November 19th, 2019, 8:34 am » in Beer and Spirits

Topic kind of asks the question, looking for some family friendly breweries to hit up in the area that are noteworthy or if Phoenix gives me more...

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Last post by ClarkstonMark
November 20th, 2019, 8:42 am
What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?

Last post by LMD Ermitaño « November 20th, 2019, 8:34 am
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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 LMD Ermitaño
November 20th, 2019, 8:34 am
Bordeaux 2016 vintage

Last post by David Glasser « November 20th, 2019, 8:25 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Victor Hong » March 31st, 2017, 4:05 am » in Wine Talk
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Reportedly, big in volume and quality. (As usual. neener )
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Last post by David Glasser
November 20th, 2019, 8:25 am
Back to Barcelona -- new recommendations?

Last post by mark rudner « November 20th, 2019, 8:21 am
Posted in Travel and Restaurants Forum
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by Kevin Sidders » May 31st, 2019, 6:30 am » in Travel and Restaurants Forum

Was there 6 months ago and prior threads here provided some excellent wine and food recommendations (Gresca and Monvinic, specifically). Curious if...

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Last post by mark rudner
November 20th, 2019, 8:21 am
FS: Rare German Riesling Auction Gems (Prum, Schaefer) + Huet + more

Last post by David_K « November 20th, 2019, 8:20 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by David_K » November 18th, 2019, 9:12 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Some rare German + Loire goodies here. Auction wine where indicated, otherwise non-auction. Buyer pays shipping within CONUS, assumes risk, but I...

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Last post by David_K
November 20th, 2019, 8:20 am
Your favorite town in Provence, and your favorite Bandol not named Tempier

Last post by Thomas De Waen « November 20th, 2019, 8:08 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 44
by Evan Dawson » February 18th, 2013, 11:18 am » in Wine Talk

10 days in France doesn't seem like nearly enough. Going to be traveling with my wife and one-year-old son. Part vacation, part work and...

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Last post by Thomas De Waen
November 20th, 2019, 8:08 am
2017 Andremily (@ Cost)

Last post by Andre M « November 20th, 2019, 8:08 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Andre M » November 20th, 2019, 8:08 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

I have these available at cost.
Preference given to someone who could take all:
2 pack syrah ($279 ea)
2 pack mourvedre ($279 ea)
1 Magnum set $410...

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Last post by Andre M
November 20th, 2019, 8:08 am
Announcing the Formation of a Wine, Beer and Spirits Law Committee

Last post by J a y H a c k « November 20th, 2019, 7:56 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by J a y H a c k » November 20th, 2019, 7:56 am » in Wine Talk

At its meeting yesterday morning, the New York State Bar Association Business Law Section Executive Committee unanimously approved the formation of a...

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Last post by J a y H a c k
November 20th, 2019, 7:56 am
I’m getting too old to buy more wine!

Last post by Mike Evans « November 20th, 2019, 7:49 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 77
by D@ve D y r 0 f f » November 12th, 2019, 9:37 pm » in Wine Talk
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Last post by Mike Evans
November 20th, 2019, 7:49 am
EJ Gallo Buys Pahlmeyer Winery

Last post by Brian Tuite « November 20th, 2019, 7:33 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Randy Bowman » November 19th, 2019, 8:07 pm » in Wine Talk

Another stalwart gobbled up. Not many family owned wineries left.

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Last post by Brian Tuite
November 20th, 2019, 7:33 am
WOTYs--2019 Edition--and your Discovery of the Year

Last post by Jim Stewart « November 20th, 2019, 7:28 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 91
by Mike Grammer » October 31st, 2019, 1:04 pm » in Wine Talk
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Well, will you look at the time. How time flies. Here we are, the beginning of November already.

Many thanks to Laurent for starting an early-bird...
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Last post by Jim Stewart
November 20th, 2019, 7:28 am
Newark Airport

Last post by Jay Miller « November 20th, 2019, 7:19 am
Posted in Travel and Restaurants Forum
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by Chris Blum » September 3rd, 2019, 11:17 am » in Travel and Restaurants Forum

Newark airport is terrible. It’s the ‘Newark’ of airports.
- Jeffrey Ross

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Last post by Jay Miller
November 20th, 2019, 7:19 am
Caymus 2012 surprisingly re-selling for a few multiples???

Last post by Scott Jameson « November 20th, 2019, 7:14 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Gray G » February 24th, 2019, 8:41 pm » in Wine Talk

Caymus is always a crowd pleaser, boom boom boom

So I bought a bunch of the 2012 in 750s and 1.0s back at release.

Been drinking at a nomal clip,...

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Last post by Scott Jameson
November 20th, 2019, 7:14 am
Bourboulenc Questions

Last post by IlkkaL « November 20th, 2019, 6:53 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 9
by Gary Schulte » November 18th, 2019, 7:05 pm » in Wine Talk

Bourboulenc is not a common grape variety but is blended into a few Rhone Valley wines. My curiosity had me include a wine from this white grape when...

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Last post by IlkkaL
November 20th, 2019, 6:53 am
TN: 2017 Pax Syrah Sonoma Hillsides (USA, California, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley)

Last post by James Kennedy « November 20th, 2019, 6:21 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Glas » October 4th, 2019, 2:13 pm » in Wine Talk
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2017 Pax Syrah Sonoma Hillsides - USA, California, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley (10/2/2019)
Day 1: 12.9% alcohol. One of the more interesting...
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Last post by James Kennedy
November 20th, 2019, 6:21 am
Harris/Pott 3 pack

Last post by Michael Fess « November 20th, 2019, 6:19 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Michael Fess » November 20th, 2019, 6:19 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

1- 2009 Harris Estate Jakes
1- 2011 Hariis Estate Lakeview
1- 2011 Pott La Carte et la Territoire

$195 with ground shipping(lower 48 only)

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Last post by Michael Fess
November 20th, 2019, 6:19 am
Recommendations for Napa/Sonoma Blind Tasting Contest

Last post by Matt A « November 20th, 2019, 6:12 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 16
by Tom Chawluk » November 18th, 2019, 3:06 pm » in Wine Talk

Hello all,

I am a longtime lurker, first time poster, and have gained a wealth of information from this community. I was hoping to solicit some...

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Last post by Matt A
November 20th, 2019, 6:12 am
US to impose 25% tariff on European wine, cheese, etc.

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « November 20th, 2019, 5:23 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 520
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 D@vid Bu3ker
November 20th, 2019, 5:23 am
What 2017 White Burg are you drinking tonight?

Last post by joz€f p1nxten « November 20th, 2019, 4:43 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Kris Patten » November 10th, 2019, 4:54 pm » in Wine Talk

As a big fan of 2014 White Burgs, I thought it would be nice to have a single source for 2017s as another vintage with energy and verve, and perhaps...

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Last post by joz€f p1nxten
November 20th, 2019, 4:43 am
TN: 1990 André Brunel Châteauneuf du Pape Les Cailloux

Last post by William Kelley « November 20th, 2019, 4:07 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by William Kelley » November 18th, 2019, 11:18 am » in Wine Talk

This bottle carries the Reflets neck label, which IIRC means it was a late release. From a French cellar, it's showing beautifully, offering up...

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Last post by William Kelley
November 20th, 2019, 4:07 am
Ravenswood library offer

Last post by Andrew Demaree « November 20th, 2019, 3:57 am
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 Andrew Demaree
November 20th, 2019, 3:57 am
Vienna - Steiereck or something else? Aend?

Last post by Matt Fleming « November 20th, 2019, 2:35 am
Posted in Travel and Restaurants Forum
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by LoriMcLaughlin » November 9th, 2019, 6:40 am » in Travel and Restaurants Forum

Anyone have a favorite in Vienna?

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Last post by Matt Fleming
November 20th, 2019, 2:35 am
Reading, UK

Last post by Russell Faulkner « November 20th, 2019, 2:24 am
Posted in Travel and Restaurants Forum
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by Andrew Kotowski » November 17th, 2019, 6:15 am » in Travel and Restaurants Forum

Help! Tried the search function and “reading” comes up a lot, ironically a ton of times in my “Adventures in Paris” thread :)

Will be in Reading,...

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Last post by Russell Faulkner
November 20th, 2019, 2:24 am
The Brewery Buy-out Thread

Last post by Paul Fountain « November 20th, 2019, 12:13 am
Posted in Beer and Spirits
Replies: 4
by Rick Allen » November 19th, 2019, 4:13 pm » in Beer and Spirits

The consolidation of the beer industry continues...

New Belgium Sells out to Lion (Kirin)

If anyone didn't see it last week, Craft Brew Alliance...

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Last post by Paul Fountain
November 20th, 2019, 12:13 am
York Creek Winery (Fritz Maytag)

Last post by GregT « November 19th, 2019, 11:15 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 30
by James Sanders » December 10th, 2015, 4:05 pm » in Wine Talk

K&L Wines just offered four library releases from this winery with an interesting write up. All 100% cabernet and billed as a K&L exclusive. I caught...

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Last post by GregT
November 19th, 2019, 11:15 pm
TN: 2016 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits St. Georges Vieilles Vignes

Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m « November 19th, 2019, 10:36 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 9
by Jeremy Holmes » November 6th, 2019, 9:30 pm » in Wine Talk

Great floral lift to the aroma coupled with pristine red berry fruit. It is a delicious, highly perfumed wine of silky texture and good depth for its...

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Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m
November 19th, 2019, 10:36 pm
Truffles 2019

Last post by Robert M yers « November 19th, 2019, 10:20 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by R Davis » November 18th, 2019, 5:15 pm » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

Hi All, anyone care to share coupon/discount codes for the season? Sabatino had one for 30% off last week.
Also, how is the quality this year?
Much...

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Last post by Robert M yers
November 19th, 2019, 10:20 pm
What bottle of wine did you open today?

Last post by Todd F r e n c h « November 19th, 2019, 10:10 pm
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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 Todd F r e n c h
November 19th, 2019, 10:10 pm
San Francisco Jan 13/14

Last post by Craig G « November 19th, 2019, 10:03 pm
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by Herwig Janssen » November 18th, 2019, 12:47 pm » in Offline Planner

i will be at the JP Morgan conference in San Francisco mid January . Anybody interested in joining me for dinner with a byo ? ( Monday 13 or Tuesday...

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Last post by Craig G
November 19th, 2019, 10:03 pm
Bring a Special Bottle part deux: NYC Holiday Gala: Dec 2nd, Wu's Wonton King- PLEASE POST WINES

Last post by Jonathan Sirot « November 19th, 2019, 9:30 pm
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by Jonathan Sirot » November 4th, 2019, 9:55 pm » in Offline Planner
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Hi folks
I think I can confidently say our PDH.dinner last month was a resounding success. I will only take a small amount of credit as it was the...
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Last post by Jonathan Sirot
November 19th, 2019, 9:30 pm
TN: 2012 Domaine Pierre Gelin Chambertin-Clos de Bèze

Last post by J.Vizuete « November 19th, 2019, 9:14 pm
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by k s h i n » March 5th, 2018, 8:18 am » in Wine Talk

2012 Domaine Pierre Gelin Chambertin-Clos de Bèze - France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru (3/5/2018)
My retailer got a...

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Last post by J.Vizuete
November 19th, 2019, 9:14 pm
TN: 2014 Jean-François Ganevat Côtes du Jura Cuvée Oregane

Last post by m. ristev « November 19th, 2019, 8:51 pm
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by Todd Tucker » November 19th, 2019, 5:55 pm » in Wine Talk

2014 Jean-François Ganevat Côtes du Jura Cuvée Oregane - France, Jura, Côtes du Jura (11/19/2019)
Golden color. Lovely nose with pear, chalk, white...

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Last post by m. ristev
November 19th, 2019, 8:51 pm
Awfulness of Europcar

Last post by Victor Hong « November 19th, 2019, 8:24 pm
Posted in Travel and Restaurants Forum

by Victor Hong » November 19th, 2019, 8:24 pm » in Travel and Restaurants Forum

i made that mistake once, and was lucky enough to recover its excess charges.

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Last post by Victor Hong
November 19th, 2019, 8:24 pm
TN: 2005 Patrice Rion Chambolle Musigny

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « November 19th, 2019, 6:58 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Mich@el Ch@ng » November 19th, 2019, 6:58 pm » in Wine Talk

Nice weeknight wine, but hardly more interesting than decent Bourgogne. Disappointing for the vintage and level. Easy to drink, that’s about it. Not...

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Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng
November 19th, 2019, 6:58 pm
Decanting White Wine

Last post by Hank Victor « November 19th, 2019, 6:31 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Demian Saenz » November 18th, 2019, 6:14 pm » in Wine Talk

Does anyone decant white wine? Which varietals?

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Last post by Hank Victor
November 19th, 2019, 6:31 pm
Charleston lodging and restaurants

Last post by Jason Crawford « November 19th, 2019, 6:19 pm
Posted in Travel and Restaurants Forum
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by Robert M yers » November 14th, 2019, 9:32 pm » in Travel and Restaurants Forum

We just booked flights to Charleston 2nd week of December for 3 nights (fri/sat/sun) Interested in hearing any hotel and restaurants recs with the...

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Last post by Jason Crawford
November 19th, 2019, 6:19 pm
Bonneau du Martray allocation

Last post by alan weinberg « November 19th, 2019, 5:57 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by YLee » November 19th, 2019, 4:44 pm » in Wine Talk

So who's getting their allocation for Bonneau du Martray?

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Last post by alan weinberg
November 19th, 2019, 5:57 pm
Andremily #6 - SPOKEN FOR - Thanks!

Last post by luc@sl@belle « November 19th, 2019, 4:58 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by luc@sl@belle » November 19th, 2019, 4:58 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

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Last post by luc@sl@belle
November 19th, 2019, 4:58 pm
Thanksgiving turkey, done Chinatown style.

Last post by Siun o'Connell « November 19th, 2019, 4:54 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by Victor Hong » November 19th, 2019, 5:11 am » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

Our shop is taking orders. First come, first served. 1-866-N00dles

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Last post by Siun o'Connell
November 19th, 2019, 4:54 pm
TN & Trip Report - BDX, Champagne

Last post by terrance.c « November 19th, 2019, 4:46 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Andrew M » November 18th, 2019, 6:45 pm » in Wine Talk

Just returned from 10 days in France, centered around 3 days each of tasting in Bordeaux and Champagne. Definitely an (over)indulgent vacation,...

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Last post by terrance.c
November 19th, 2019, 4:46 pm
Anyone seen, gotten, or received any 2015 Benetiere yet?

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « November 19th, 2019, 4:26 pm
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by Markus S » May 17th, 2019, 7:25 pm » in Wine Talk
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Like Godot, still waiting.
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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
November 19th, 2019, 4:26 pm
TN: 2014 Domaine Amiot-Servelle Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Derrière La Grange

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « November 19th, 2019, 4:17 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by D@vid Bu3ker » November 19th, 2019, 4:17 pm » in Wine Talk

2014 Domaine Amiot-Servelle Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Derrière La Grange - France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru (11/19/2019)...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
November 19th, 2019, 4:17 pm
TN: 1999 Arns Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley (USA, California, Napa Valley)

Last post by Andrew Demaree « November 19th, 2019, 4:09 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by P Intag » November 11th, 2019, 1:28 pm » in Wine Talk

1999 Arns Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley - USA, California, Napa Valley (11/9/2019)
14.0% abv. Recent auction purchase.
I opened this after a corked...

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Last post by Andrew Demaree
November 19th, 2019, 4:09 pm
When your partner/SO goes dumpster diving in “your” cellar . . . .

Last post by J a y H a c k « November 19th, 2019, 4:08 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 58
by Robert.A.Jr. » November 17th, 2019, 2:02 pm » in Wine Talk
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So I’m in the office today catching up on business after being out of town for several days. My partner, and a very good friend, stumbles in around 3...
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Last post by J a y H a c k
November 19th, 2019, 4:08 pm
Official Costco Thread

Last post by Alex B. « November 19th, 2019, 3:48 pm
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WTSO and Last Bottle have their threads, so time to put one up for Costco. Varies from location to location and in SF we are lucky to have the Mtn...
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Last post by Alex B.
November 19th, 2019, 3:48 pm
TN: 2007 Sea Smoke - Pinot Noir "Ten" (USA, California, Central Coast, Sta. Rita Hills)

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « November 19th, 2019, 3:38 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian G r a f s t r o m » September 23rd, 2016, 11:12 am » in Wine Talk

2007 Sea Smoke Pinot Noir Ten - USA, California, Central Coast, Sta. Rita Hills (7/22/2016)
-- decanted for 1 hour before initial taste --
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Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng
November 19th, 2019, 3:38 pm
FS: 3 x 2010 Poggio di Sotto Brunello

Last post by zack harris « November 19th, 2019, 3:24 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by zack harris » November 19th, 2019, 3:24 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Selling 3 bottles of 2010 Poggio di Sotto Brunello, purchased at retail on release and since stored in an offsite storage. $675 for all 3 which...

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Last post by zack harris
November 19th, 2019, 3:24 pm
2019 West Coast Weather Thread

Last post by Casey Hartlip « November 19th, 2019, 3:22 pm
Posted in Cellar Rats (ITB)
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by Casey Hartlip » January 1st, 2019, 6:25 am » in Cellar Rats (ITB)
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As I sit here on January 1st (with NO hangover I'm proud to report) I wonder what the next vintage will bring. Will we get enough rainfall? Will the...
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Last post by Casey Hartlip
November 19th, 2019, 3:22 pm
Montepulciano Help

Last post by Brian Gilp « November 19th, 2019, 2:54 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by N1CKW0LF » November 18th, 2019, 4:21 pm » in Wine Talk

Looking for some solid recommendations on sub $25 Montepulciano's. It would be nice if they were easy to source as well! Thanks

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Last post by Brian Gilp
November 19th, 2019, 2:54 pm
TN: 2003 Château Gruaud Larose (France, Bordeaux, Médoc, St. Julien)

Last post by Chris Seiber « November 19th, 2019, 2:20 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by JeffK » November 19th, 2019, 7:44 am » in Wine Talk

2003 Château Gruaud Larose - France, Bordeaux, Médoc, St. Julien (11/19/2019)

4th time I have had this wine. The last was in 2013. I bought half a...

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Last post by Chris Seiber
November 19th, 2019, 2:20 pm
FS: Jura gems (Overnoy, Miroirs- including larger parcel) and Keller GGs

Last post by AlbertH « November 19th, 2019, 1:50 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by AlbertH » November 19th, 2019, 1:50 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Good afternoon everyone,

With shipping weather finally here, have some bottles up for sale. Shipping included for CONUS via FedEx ground. Bottles...

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Last post by AlbertH
November 19th, 2019, 1:50 pm
Popeyes Chicken Sandwich

Last post by Victor Hong « November 19th, 2019, 12:59 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by c fu » August 24th, 2019, 9:57 pm » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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Mine: Really tender/moist chicken - buttermilk batter is crispy but not heavy - brioche bun is...
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Last post by Victor Hong
November 19th, 2019, 12:59 pm
Luxurywine (Spanish retailer, www.luxurywine.es): caveat emptor

Last post by Victor Hong « November 19th, 2019, 12:57 pm
Posted in Wine Pimps
Replies: 6
by rhaas » November 13th, 2019, 4:01 am » in Wine Pimps

I purchased a bottle of 1989 La Tache from this retailer. The listing made no mention of any bottle issues. I asked about the condition and was told...

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Last post by Victor Hong
November 19th, 2019, 12:57 pm
NewYorker: RachelMonroe on NaturalWines

Last post by Alex Frank « November 19th, 2019, 12:34 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by TomHill » November 19th, 2019, 9:14 am » in Wine Talk

Interesting, if somewhat dogmatic, article on natural wine:

by RachelMonroe in the NewYorker.
Not too terribly informative. Loaded w/ all the...

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Last post by Alex Frank
November 19th, 2019, 12:34 pm
Michael Beckman- A+ Seller

Last post by MikeL238 « November 19th, 2019, 12:22 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner Feedback

by MikeL238 » November 19th, 2019, 12:22 pm » in Commerce Corner Feedback

Bought a bottle from Michael. Fast shipping, good communication, buy with confidence!

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Last post by MikeL238
November 19th, 2019, 12:22 pm
TN: 2018 Pépière Muscadet Sur Lie "La Pepie"

Last post by Dennis Borczon « November 19th, 2019, 12:20 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 3
by Jim Stewart » November 19th, 2019, 6:20 am » in Wine Talk

We’ve been fans of Pépière Muscadet since being introduced to it decades ago by Joe Godas at our local wine store. In 2007, we made an unscheduled...

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Last post by Dennis Borczon
November 19th, 2019, 12:20 pm
Rhys Tasting @ My House--Saturday, 1/11 in the afternoon

Last post by Frank Murray III « November 19th, 2019, 10:50 am
Posted in Offline Planner
Replies: 4
by Frank Murray III » November 17th, 2019, 10:05 am » in Offline Planner

We are going to do another Rhys event at my place. We're going to go smaller this time, just 8 chairs. We need about 4 more people to fill the table...

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Last post by Frank Murray III
November 19th, 2019, 10:50 am
Virtual Tasting for Charity - Empty My Wallet, Help Me Support Laura's House (11/22 - 12/1)

Last post by Frank Murray III « November 19th, 2019, 10:44 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 3
by Frank Murray III » November 18th, 2019, 5:42 pm » in Wine Talk

We're going on 5 years now doing this work to raise money for my charity, asking all of you to simply open a bottle of Pinot Noir and post a TN. For...

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Last post by Frank Murray III
November 19th, 2019, 10:44 am
New CortiBros Newsletter....

Last post by Ken Zinns « November 19th, 2019, 10:18 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by TomHill » November 19th, 2019, 8:31 am » in Wine Talk

The new Holiday 2019 Newsletter (not yet posted to their WebSite) has the Harrington Freisa 2018 offered,
with a lot of high praise for Bryan's...

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Last post by Ken Zinns
November 19th, 2019, 10:18 am
Mama's Pecan Pie

Last post by Mel Hill « November 19th, 2019, 9:59 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by Robert.Fleming » November 17th, 2010, 10:08 am » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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Last post by Mel Hill
November 19th, 2019, 9:59 am
VHR 2016 large-format release

Last post by roybehr « November 19th, 2019, 9:46 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 19
by Frank Z » August 29th, 2019, 9:57 am » in Wine Talk

Got an email for the Sept 5th release of the 2016 VHR large-formats. Any idea how much these go for?

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Last post by roybehr
November 19th, 2019, 9:46 am
Wanted to Attend: “Tre Bicchieri” NYC 2020

Last post by Todd F r e n c h « November 19th, 2019, 9:25 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
Replies: 4
by Sh@n A » November 19th, 2019, 6:09 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Not sure where to post this. I came across the Gamerbo Rosso world tour schedule for 2020, and I am very interested in attending Tre Bicchieri. I am...

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Last post by Todd F r e n c h
November 19th, 2019, 9:25 am
Mixed case of young half bottle Bordeaux - 14/15/16

Last post by Brandon R « November 19th, 2019, 9:14 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by DanielP » November 19th, 2019, 8:01 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

All Pending

2x - 2014 Cantemerle
2x - 2014 Phelan Segur
1x - 2014 d'Issan
1x - 2014 Pape Clement
1x - 2014 Leoville-Barton
1x - 2015 Beychevelle
1x...

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Last post by Brandon R
November 19th, 2019, 9:14 am
FS: Olivier Bernstein, dal Forno and Misc.

Last post by Brent C l a y t o n « November 19th, 2019, 9:13 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Brent C l a y t o n » November 19th, 2019, 9:13 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Hi,

3bot 2014 J Davies Cabernet Sauvignon Diamond Mtn (one btl stained label) $80ea
4bot 2012 Olivier Bernstein Clos Vougeot $325ea
4bot 2012 dal...

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Last post by Brent C l a y t o n
November 19th, 2019, 9:13 am
11/24/2019 4pm - Champagne & Caviar holiday tasting at Everson Royce Pasadena

Last post by J. Rock « November 19th, 2019, 9:12 am
Posted in Offline Planner
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by c fu » November 18th, 2019, 10:02 am » in Offline Planner

Come join me and drink some champagne and fist bump some caviar!

Astrea Caviar + Everson Royce are hosting a Champagne/Caviar tasting in Pasadena...

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Last post by J. Rock
November 19th, 2019, 9:12 am
Rhys Tasting with TNs

Last post by Chris Seiber « November 19th, 2019, 9:10 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 45
by Frank Murray III » November 10th, 2019, 6:43 pm » in Wine Talk

This is part 4 of what has been an annual (sort of) event where we get a bunch of Rhys bottles together and pull corks. We had 20 people over...

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Last post by Chris Seiber
November 19th, 2019, 9:10 am
FS: 2009 DRC Richebourg

Last post by Brent C l a y t o n « November 19th, 2019, 9:02 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
Replies: 2
by Brent C l a y t o n » October 24th, 2019, 9:59 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Hi,

***Updated 10/27/19***

I have ONE bottle available. $2500. Buyer arranges/pays shipping, assumes risk etc. or NYC/Metro handoff in person.

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Last post by Brent C l a y t o n
November 19th, 2019, 9:02 am
TN Clenenden/Joseph Swan whites.

Last post by TomHill « November 19th, 2019, 8:52 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 3
by Adam Frisch » November 18th, 2019, 7:53 pm » in Wine Talk

TN: 2015 Clenenden Gewurtztraminer . There was something wrong with this one, in my opinion. Natty, bretty and hints of mouse, somehow. I couldn't...

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Last post by TomHill
November 19th, 2019, 8:52 am
Léoville-Poyferré 2003

Last post by Laurent Gibet « November 19th, 2019, 8:42 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 15
by Julian Marshall » October 7th, 2018, 1:09 am » in Wine Talk

Yes, yet another thread about LP 2003! And yes, another thumbs up. This was one of the wines I was advised to buy for my daughter's birth year case...

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Last post by Laurent Gibet
November 19th, 2019, 8:42 am

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