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US Chardonnay Producer Recommendations

Last post by NED VALOIS « September 19th, 2020, 8:58 am
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by Nicholas C » September 19th, 2020, 7:16 am » in Wine Talk

This summer I have been drinking a lot more white, and have decided I really like chardonnay and after 15 years with this hobby I should start...

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Last post by NED VALOIS
September 19th, 2020, 8:58 am
Why does wine often taste better the next day (or after)

Last post by Paul @bbott « September 19th, 2020, 8:47 am
Posted in Wine 101: The Basics
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by Jim Stewart » September 7th, 2020, 1:46 pm » in Wine 101: The Basics

I notice that many wines seem to taste better to me after a day or more of sitting on the counter or in the refrigerator. In all cases the wine had...

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Last post by Paul @bbott
September 19th, 2020, 8:47 am
FS: 2007 Karl Lawrence Cellars Cabernet

Last post by Luis DeCubas « September 19th, 2020, 8:44 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Luis DeCubas » September 19th, 2020, 8:44 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

I have a 33 bottles for sale of 2007 Karl Lawrence Cellars Cabernet at $54 per bottle. I purchased all bottles on release and they have been in my...

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Last post by Luis DeCubas
September 19th, 2020, 8:44 am
LA visit Part 2 of 2: Dinner at Drago Centro w/ 64` Vallana and 64` Marchesi, 27`; Graham and 27` Rebello Valente Ports

Last post by Blake Brown « September 19th, 2020, 8:41 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by Blake Brown » September 19th, 2020, 8:41 am » in Wine Talk

LA visit- part 2 of 2

We recently traveled to LA to visit some dear friends for a 2 night stay and had such a fantastic time. It was centered around...

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Last post by Blake Brown
September 19th, 2020, 8:41 am
I don’t trust my Coravin anymore

Last post by jnbrown « September 19th, 2020, 8:40 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Flanagan » September 17th, 2020, 6:28 pm » in Wine Talk

Bottles leaking through the cork (maybe my fault in some cases for putting them horizontally too quickly, but some corks just don’t seal after a few...

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Last post by jnbrown
September 19th, 2020, 8:40 am
At What Price Point Will You Boycott The 2008 Taittinger Comtes?

Last post by dbailey « September 19th, 2020, 8:34 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Michael S. Monie » September 11th, 2020, 11:02 am » in Wine Talk
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Perhaps redundant knowing there are other threads regarding this Champagne, but this is meant to be comprehensive regarding how much you are or are...
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Last post by dbailey
September 19th, 2020, 8:34 am
10cc

Last post by Tom G l a s g o w « September 19th, 2020, 8:32 am
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by Jeremy Holmes » September 19th, 2020, 12:09 am » in Wine Talk

Not on a dreadlock holiday, just put one next to an 00cc. Both simply brilliant.

2010 Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey Corton-Charlemagne, Grand Cru:...

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Last post by Tom G l a s g o w
September 19th, 2020, 8:32 am
Best deal/coupon for on-line wine shopping.

Last post by Tyler Rico « September 19th, 2020, 8:31 am
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Last post by Tyler Rico
September 19th, 2020, 8:31 am
How did you start your wine collection/cellar?

Last post by jnbrown « September 19th, 2020, 8:24 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by G. Curd » September 19th, 2020, 8:03 am » in Wine Talk

I am fairly new into cellaring wines. By this I mean putting wine down in a professional wine fridge for long term storage. I was wondering how other...

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Last post by jnbrown
September 19th, 2020, 8:24 am
“The Discerning wines of Rajat Parr”

Last post by Mark Golodetz « September 19th, 2020, 8:17 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by Mark Golodetz » September 19th, 2020, 8:17 am » in Wine Talk

No disrespect to Rajat, but I just got this e mail from Sotheby’s. I don’t think even he can breathe that much life into a wine.

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Last post by Mark Golodetz
September 19th, 2020, 8:17 am
2020 VDP Grosser Ring Auction Thread

Last post by maureen nelson « September 19th, 2020, 8:12 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian S t o t t e r » September 18th, 2020, 4:26 am » in Wine Talk
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Good morning everyone!

Since several of us are up early this morning watching on YouTube, thought I'd get this started.

Starting with the GGs......
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Last post by maureen nelson
September 19th, 2020, 8:12 am
TN: A fun gathering at L'Auberge Chez Francois

Last post by k s h i n « September 19th, 2020, 8:05 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by k s h i n » September 19th, 2020, 8:05 am » in Wine Talk

A FUN GATHERING AT L'AUBERGE CHEZ FRANCOIS - L'Auberge Chez Francois, Great Falls, VA (9/9/2020)

Five us got together at Chez Francois to drink a...

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Last post by k s h i n
September 19th, 2020, 8:05 am
Official High Holy Days 2020 (5781) Wine Thread

Last post by Dan Hammer « September 19th, 2020, 8:00 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian S t o t t e r » September 18th, 2020, 2:01 pm » in Wine Talk

L’shana tova to all who celebrate, and good riddance 5780! As we approach Erev Rosh Hashanah, thought I’d see what people are drinking with family...

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Last post by Dan Hammer
September 19th, 2020, 8:00 am
TN: 2014 Roagna Langhe Rosso (Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Langhe DOC)

Last post by Mattstolz « September 19th, 2020, 7:57 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Todd Tucker » September 17th, 2020, 9:45 pm » in Wine Talk

I was inspired by Ikka's recent note on the '11. I am happy I opened it.

2014 Roagna Langhe Rosso - Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Langhe DOC...

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Last post by Mattstolz
September 19th, 2020, 7:57 am
de Negoce offer

Last post by Glenn L e v i n e « September 19th, 2020, 7:56 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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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 Glenn L e v i n e
September 19th, 2020, 7:56 am
Ordering wine for delivery across the US?

Last post by Mattstolz « September 19th, 2020, 7:55 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Ed Baum » September 18th, 2020, 7:25 am » in Wine Talk

I want to order the same wines (3 widely available wines from different countries) for delivery to multiple locations in multiple states in the US...

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Last post by Mattstolz
September 19th, 2020, 7:55 am
What bottle of wine did you open today?

Last post by Sharad S. « September 19th, 2020, 7:45 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Aubrey Lloyd » March 7th, 2012, 2:47 pm » in Wine Talk
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Happy Wednesday everyone!
I really didn't know what to open this evening so i closed my eyes ( after I was in my cellar) and blindly pulled out a...
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Last post by Sharad S.
September 19th, 2020, 7:45 am
What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?

Last post by AD Northup « September 19th, 2020, 7:44 am
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by Roy Hersh » May 11th, 2012, 5:54 pm » in Wine Talk
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I think it would be interesting to see what others are buying these days.

This week, I found 2 bottles of Hanzell Chardonnay from 1997 and a 3 pack...
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Last post by AD Northup
September 19th, 2020, 7:44 am
Jennair range top?

Last post by Jay $$ Winton « September 19th, 2020, 7:31 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by Mark Golodetz » September 17th, 2020, 3:40 am » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

After twenty years our range top finally gave up, the company is out of business, and there are no spare parts. It will take several weeks to get the...

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Last post by Jay $$ Winton
September 19th, 2020, 7:31 am
2016 Barolo : what to buy in en-primeur

Last post by F.Daner « September 19th, 2020, 7:31 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Dinesh Goyal » February 11th, 2020, 6:09 am » in Wine Talk
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A couple of places in the UK that I buy from will soon start offering en-primeur on Barolo 2016. As of right now I have my eyes on Vietti, Elio...
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Last post by F.Daner
September 19th, 2020, 7:31 am
WineAccess Thread - Wines, Tasting Notes, Deals, etc.

Last post by Sharad S. « September 19th, 2020, 7:27 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 Sharad S.
September 19th, 2020, 7:27 am
2010 Keller, Westhofen Brunnenhauschen Abtserde E GG

Last post by Mark Golodetz « September 19th, 2020, 7:19 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Mark Golodetz » September 18th, 2020, 10:54 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

12 bottle case for sale $4200.

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Last post by Mark Golodetz
September 19th, 2020, 7:19 am
What did you cook tonight?

Last post by Brian Tuite « September 19th, 2020, 7:11 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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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 Brian Tuite
September 19th, 2020, 7:11 am
TNs: 2017 Lumpp A Vigne, 2016 Tignanello

Last post by jason stein « September 19th, 2020, 6:43 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mich@el Ch@ng » September 18th, 2020, 6:55 pm » in Wine Talk

Revisited the Lumpp A Vigne which was again tremendous and drinking far above its level. Dark fruits with nice acidity and ample class on the palate...

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Last post by jason stein
September 19th, 2020, 6:43 am
Blanton’s Black Japanese Bourbon

Last post by David Kaufman « September 19th, 2020, 6:34 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by David Kaufman » September 18th, 2020, 7:14 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Have a few bottles of Blanton’s Black Japan-only release bourbon.

Few different dump dates and letter combinations available. PM for more details...

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Last post by David Kaufman
September 19th, 2020, 6:34 am
Cabernet Franc from NY.

Last post by Markus S « September 19th, 2020, 6:31 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by bob parsons alberta » September 18th, 2020, 6:40 pm » in Wine Talk

Many here know I am a big Fox Run fan..their rieslings and cab franc. I do hear that they turn out a nice Lemberger too.

2015 Fox Run Vineyards...

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Last post by Markus S
September 19th, 2020, 6:31 am
Introducing source | material (German Wine)

Last post by G. Curd « September 19th, 2020, 6:15 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Robert Dentice » September 17th, 2020, 10:21 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

As most of you know I am extremely passionate about German wine. To help spread my enthusiasm for the greatest wines in the world I have partnered...

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Last post by G. Curd
September 19th, 2020, 6:15 am
TN: 2012 Arnoux-Lachaux Vosne-Romanée 1er Les Chaumes

Last post by jason stein « September 19th, 2020, 6:12 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by jason stein » September 19th, 2020, 6:12 am » in Wine Talk

This wine is one of potential, as currently it is a bit reticent. A streak of oak on the nose, and plenty of brooding, dark fruit. Black cherries on...

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Last post by jason stein
September 19th, 2020, 6:12 am
RUDY KURNIAWAN & GLOBAL WINE AUCTION FRAUD THREAD (MERGED)

Last post by Victor Hong « September 19th, 2020, 4:31 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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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 Victor Hong
September 19th, 2020, 4:31 am
Save The Date- 2018 Scarecrow M'Etain

Last post by Nicholas C « September 19th, 2020, 4:29 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by blarmston » September 17th, 2020, 5:27 pm » in Wine Talk

Just got my postcard in the mail, and am fired up about this release on October 1st.

Having skipped both 'Crow bottlings in 2017, I was a bit...

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Last post by Nicholas C
September 19th, 2020, 4:29 am
PSA: calvados

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « September 19th, 2020, 3:25 am
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Mich@el Ch@ng » August 7th, 2020, 7:28 am » in Beer and Spirits

Astor has posted their annual allocation of Camut, if anyone is interested.

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Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng
September 19th, 2020, 3:25 am
What would your classification of Loire reds be?

Last post by Julian Marshall « September 19th, 2020, 3:10 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Julian Marshall » January 20th, 2020, 8:20 am » in Wine Talk
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There has never been a classification of Loire wines and there probably never will be, which is just as well for our wallets. I chose reds, rather...
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Last post by Julian Marshall
September 19th, 2020, 3:10 am
2018 Red Burgs - time to crack a few!

Last post by William Kelley « September 19th, 2020, 3:07 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Kent Comley » September 10th, 2020, 12:27 am » in Wine Talk

It looks to be a pretty strong vintage with good ripeness and fleshy wines.

Here's one to start the ball rolling.

2018 Forey Pere et Fils...

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Last post by William Kelley
September 19th, 2020, 3:07 am
TN: 2011 Calera Pinot Noir de Villiers Vineyard

Last post by Trevor Looney « September 19th, 2020, 1:53 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by Trevor Looney » September 19th, 2020, 1:53 am » in Wine Talk

2011 Calera Pinot Noir de Villiers Vineyard - USA, California, Central Coast, Mount Harlan (9/19/2020)
Wow, what a wine. I first fell in love with...

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Last post by Trevor Looney
September 19th, 2020, 1:53 am
Burgundy restaurants?

Last post by IlkkaL « September 19th, 2020, 12:40 am
Posted in Travel and Restaurants Forum
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by Tony C » April 26th, 2019, 10:40 am » in Travel and Restaurants Forum

Going to Burgundy in May. Not looking for 3 Michelin star restaurant.

Any recommendations?

Thanks

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Last post by IlkkaL
September 19th, 2020, 12:40 am
Remedies for Smoke Taint?

Last post by Eric Lundblad « September 18th, 2020, 11:33 pm
Posted in Cellar Rats (ITB)
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by David Kingsbury » September 11th, 2020, 6:53 pm » in Cellar Rats (ITB)

Hi, first post here. I find the annual weather thread to be an excellent source of knowledge and news. We will be picking a small amount of Pinot...

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Last post by Eric Lundblad
September 18th, 2020, 11:33 pm
DuPuis Wines

Last post by Ben M a n d l e r « September 18th, 2020, 11:09 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Preston » September 1st, 2020, 10:50 am » in Wine Talk

I just received an email from Wells Guthrie (previous winemaker / owner of Copain). Looks like an inaugural release will be occurring soon:

I invite...

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Last post by Ben M a n d l e r
September 18th, 2020, 11:09 pm
2020 West Coast Weather and Farming Thread

Last post by GregP « September 18th, 2020, 10:07 pm
Posted in Cellar Rats (ITB)
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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 GregP
September 18th, 2020, 10:07 pm
Cali Cab producers who make fine Sauvignon Blanc

Last post by Trevor Looney « September 18th, 2020, 9:45 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Dan Kravitz » September 11th, 2020, 4:23 pm » in Wine Talk
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I know they're out there. I've had a few (and probably posted on some) over the past few years. But let's hear it from those who know.

Please offer...
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Last post by Trevor Looney
September 18th, 2020, 9:45 pm
The Cocktail Thread

Last post by Tran Bronstein « September 18th, 2020, 9:43 pm
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 Tran Bronstein
September 18th, 2020, 9:43 pm
ISO: Bourbon, Rye, & Rum: BTAC, VW, OF, Bookers, OKI, EHT, 4R, KoK, Willett, Foursquare, Caroni, etc

Last post by G Lam « September 18th, 2020, 9:34 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by G Lam » September 9th, 2020, 12:42 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Looking to pick up some more bourbons, ryes, and rums. If you have any extra, please let me know. Here are a few of the many I'm looking to a few...

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Last post by G Lam
September 18th, 2020, 9:34 pm
Underrated Burgundy Vintages

Last post by Jayson Cohen « September 18th, 2020, 8:53 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mich@el Ch@ng » September 17th, 2020, 5:55 am » in Wine Talk
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What will we see as underrated in time?

For me: 07, 12, 14, 17
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Last post by Jayson Cohen
September 18th, 2020, 8:53 pm
Winemakers/Cellar Rats: Is there a way to create one mixing tank by using multiple smaller tanks?

Last post by John Oglesby « September 18th, 2020, 8:39 pm
Posted in Cellar Rats (ITB)
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by Adam Frisch » July 30th, 2020, 3:49 am » in Cellar Rats (ITB)

Moved into my own space now, but it's a very small facility and space is a premium, so have a question for the professionals. Problem: I need to have...

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Last post by John Oglesby
September 18th, 2020, 8:39 pm
Rioja experts: does any producer make wines similar to LdH?

Last post by Richardp « September 18th, 2020, 8:02 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Michae1 P0wers » June 22nd, 2016, 7:22 am » in Wine Talk
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A question for those with more Rioja experience: who are the more traditional producers making wines similar to LdH? I recently exhausted my supply...
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Last post by Richardp
September 18th, 2020, 8:02 pm
The Bourbon Thread

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « September 18th, 2020, 7:59 pm
Posted 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
September 18th, 2020, 7:59 pm
TN: 2014 Sandlands Carignane (USA, California, San Francisco Bay, Contra Costa County)

Last post by Rich Brown « September 18th, 2020, 7:55 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by D@vid Bu3ker » December 3rd, 2019, 9:56 am » in Wine Talk

2014 Sandlands Carignane - USA, California, San Francisco Bay, Contra Costa County (12/2/2019)
After a few years in the cellar, this is beginning to...

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Last post by Rich Brown
September 18th, 2020, 7:55 pm
Napa/Sonoma Tasting Blitz Cirq, Rhys, Carlisle, RM and more

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « September 18th, 2020, 7:27 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by brigcampbell » July 27th, 2018, 9:48 pm » in Wine Talk
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FMIII, Brig, Sean and Paul flew to Norcal for a great wine tasting trip. Fellow Berserkers Mike D, Brian T, and Alan R joined us at various points in...
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Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng
September 18th, 2020, 7:27 pm
2008 Faiveley NSG 1er Les Saint Georges

Last post by emile bond « September 18th, 2020, 7:06 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Robert Pavlovich » September 17th, 2020, 10:48 am » in Wine Talk

2008 is an interesting vintage, for reds in particular in this case. Cool and classic, I’ve heard it’s one the Burgundian’s love, though for Burgundy...

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Last post by emile bond
September 18th, 2020, 7:06 pm
How good is the 2008 vintage in BURGUNDY

Last post by emile bond « September 18th, 2020, 6:54 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Gaudissabois Johan » May 5th, 2020, 1:51 am » in Wine Talk

While I was in BURGUNDY clients of G ROUMIER and ROUSSEAU had much praise for the 2008 vintage. I myself haven't had those positive experience with...

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Last post by emile bond
September 18th, 2020, 6:54 pm
Another Best Pizza List

Last post by Jay Miller « September 18th, 2020, 6:48 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by Joe Abruzzo » September 17th, 2020, 12:32 pm » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

The Daily Meal printed their top 101 Pizzas in America. Won't say it's accurate and undoubtedly will have left out many people's favorites, but...

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Last post by Jay Miller
September 18th, 2020, 6:48 pm
Official Costco Thread

Last post by Jidhin R. « September 18th, 2020, 6:46 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by ATaylor » October 13th, 2016, 10:57 pm » in Wine Talk
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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 Jidhin R.
September 18th, 2020, 6:46 pm
Costco $550 Belota Iberico

Last post by Nola Palomar « September 18th, 2020, 6:34 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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Anybody really know anything about this product?
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Last post by Nola Palomar
September 18th, 2020, 6:34 pm
TN: 2008 Willi Schaefer Graacher Domprobst Riesling Kabinett (Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer)

Last post by G. Curd « September 18th, 2020, 6:09 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Todd Tucker » September 17th, 2020, 9:19 pm » in Wine Talk

2008 Willi Schaefer Graacher Domprobst Riesling Kabinett - Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer (9/16/2020)
Pop and poured. From 375
Kaffir lime, slate,...

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Last post by G. Curd
September 18th, 2020, 6:09 pm
TN: 2018 Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey Chassagne-Montrachet Vieilles Vignes

Last post by RyanC « September 18th, 2020, 6:09 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Jeremy Holmes » September 17th, 2020, 4:50 pm » in Wine Talk

Plenty of smoky mineral reduction along with notes of preserved lemon. It is dense and sappy, with good volume and intensity. The finish is loaded...

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Last post by RyanC
September 18th, 2020, 6:09 pm
MacDonald release is imminent!!!

Last post by PaulMills « September 18th, 2020, 5:50 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by AlexO » September 7th, 2020, 3:40 pm » in Wine Talk
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The release that many of us have been eagerly awaiting is almost here!

I have been informed that Save the Dates will be sent out shortly, and they...
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Last post by PaulMills
September 18th, 2020, 5:50 pm
Ultramarine Email

Last post by PaulMills « September 18th, 2020, 5:45 pm
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by Steve L Gellman » June 30th, 2020, 7:14 am » in Wine Talk
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Sounds interesting

I want to apologize in advance as we don't normally email outside of our normal releases but we have been getting quite a few...
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September 18th, 2020, 5:45 pm
TN: 2014 Stellina Zinfandel Old Vine

Last post by Adam Frisch « September 18th, 2020, 5:36 pm
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by Adam Frisch » September 17th, 2020, 9:17 pm » in Wine Talk

2014 Stellina Zinfandel Old Vine - USA, California, Central Valley, Lodi (9/17/2020)
Part of my expansion into the old school Lodi Zin's. On pour, I...

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Last post by Adam Frisch
September 18th, 2020, 5:36 pm
2016 Biggio Hamina Cellars Claygate vineyard Pinot noir

Last post by Todd Hamina « September 18th, 2020, 5:00 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Todd Hamina » September 14th, 2020, 11:00 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

We are getting close to shipping season again, and with all the craziness here in Oregon there isn't much to do outside... So I thought I would make...

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Last post by Todd Hamina
September 18th, 2020, 5:00 pm
TN: 2017 Turley Zinfandel Ueberroth Vineyard (USA, California, Central Coast, Paso Robles)

Last post by P Turk « September 18th, 2020, 4:52 pm
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by M. Dildine » September 18th, 2020, 4:07 pm » in Wine Talk

2017 Turley Zinfandel Ueberroth Vineyard - USA, California, Central Coast, Paso Robles (9/18/2020)
15.9% abv. Medium-dark ruby, expressive...

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Last post by P Turk
September 18th, 2020, 4:52 pm
Barrel furniture

Last post by Alan Rath « September 18th, 2020, 4:33 pm
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by Alan Rath » September 16th, 2020, 6:29 pm » in Wine Talk

A new store front opened recently here in the south SF East Bay. As I was watching them build out, I had hopes it was going to be a wine bar ;) but...

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Last post by Alan Rath
September 18th, 2020, 4:33 pm
TN: 2014 Buena Vista Cabernet Sauvignon Chateau Buena Vista (USA, California, Napa Valley)

Last post by John Glas « September 18th, 2020, 3:43 pm
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by John Glas » September 18th, 2020, 3:43 pm » in Wine Talk

2014 Buena Vista Cabernet Sauvignon Chateau Buena Vista - USA, California, Napa Valley (9/16/2020)
Day 1: One of my top wines over the last five...

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Last post by John Glas
September 18th, 2020, 3:43 pm
Anova's countertop combi steam oven is out

Last post by K_F_o_l_e_y « September 18th, 2020, 3:36 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by K_F_o_l_e_y » August 18th, 2020, 1:17 pm » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

The first (well almost, Cuisinart had one that was discontinued) home countertop combi steam oven that doesn't cost a fortune is scheduled for...

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Last post by K_F_o_l_e_y
September 18th, 2020, 3:36 pm
2018 Realm save the date (Sept 1st)

Last post by Hank Victor « September 18th, 2020, 3:29 pm
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by Andre M » August 18th, 2020, 8:15 pm » in Wine Talk
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Just received the postcard for Sept 1st release:
2018 the tempest
2018 the bard
2018 falstaff
2018 moonracer
2017 the absurd

Definitely will take...
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Last post by Hank Victor
September 18th, 2020, 3:29 pm
The 2019 Bordeaux are coming out.

Last post by HenryB « September 18th, 2020, 3:23 pm
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by Mark Golodetz » June 2nd, 2020, 3:16 am » in Wine Talk
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Probably worth starting it’s own thread as the Bordelais are seriously reducing prices in what looks to be a very good vintage. Two major chateaux...
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Last post by HenryB
September 18th, 2020, 3:23 pm
TN: A few wines on the patio

Last post by P@u1_M3nk3s « September 18th, 2020, 3:23 pm
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by k s h i n » September 16th, 2020, 7:16 am » in Wine Talk

A FEW WINES ON THE PATIO - Mi Casa (9/12/2020)

Four of us got together to drink a few bottles of wine. This was a friends' gathering more so than a...

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Last post by P@u1_M3nk3s
September 18th, 2020, 3:23 pm
Some things you have learned about wine drinking?

Last post by Patrick T a y l o r « September 18th, 2020, 3:17 pm
Posted in Wine 101: The Basics
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by Jim Stewart » September 11th, 2020, 1:20 pm » in Wine 101: The Basics

Some things that I have learned about wine drinking:
-I have been drinking my reds too warm and my whites too cold
-I have not allowed enough...

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Last post by Patrick T a y l o r
September 18th, 2020, 3:17 pm
2016 Barolo Vintage - How Is It Looking?

Last post by Lorenzo F « September 18th, 2020, 3:13 pm
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by Sh@n A » November 12th, 2019, 10:47 am » in Wine Talk

Would love to hear what folks are thinking about the 2016 Barolo vintage. I have heard some cautious commentary on 2016, including some comments on...

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Last post by Lorenzo F
September 18th, 2020, 3:13 pm
wine.com delivery fail

Last post by cjsadler « September 18th, 2020, 2:54 pm
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by Nicholas C » September 10th, 2020, 8:01 pm » in Wine Talk
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Made 6 separate purchases over summer from wine.com and all are on hold until mid-November.

To my surprise one of the purchases, 3 bottles of...
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Last post by cjsadler
September 18th, 2020, 2:54 pm
TN: The pleasures of barbera in a warm vintage (Burlotto '18)

Last post by Jon Drummond « September 18th, 2020, 2:49 pm
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by John Morris » September 11th, 2020, 7:02 pm » in Wine Talk

I don't have a hankering for a barbera all that often, but in the warmer vintages (e.g., 2009, 2015, 2018), they can be such a pleasure -- greater...

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Last post by Jon Drummond
September 18th, 2020, 2:49 pm
Aubert Fall Release - Save the Date

Last post by Nicholas C « September 18th, 2020, 1:33 pm
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by Anthony Z » June 16th, 2020, 5:23 pm » in Wine Talk
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Didn’t see a thread for this. Got an email today for the fall release:

Our Fall 2020 wine allocations will be available on Tuesday, July 14th at...
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Last post by Nicholas C
September 18th, 2020, 1:33 pm
Outdoor options for food and wine in wine country?

Last post by Brian Tuite « September 18th, 2020, 1:23 pm
Posted in Travel and Restaurants Forum
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by brianmcbrearty » June 17th, 2020, 3:08 pm » in Travel and Restaurants Forum

Headed to RRV this weekend. Wondering where I should plan to eat if I'm trying to stay outdoors. Thought I'd subject the question more broadly so it...

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Last post by Brian Tuite
September 18th, 2020, 1:23 pm
Ferren Release Wednesday 9/16

Last post by EmilDyrvig « September 18th, 2020, 1:15 pm
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by Steve L Gellman » September 14th, 2020, 6:33 am » in Wine Talk

One of my favorite producers

Please save the date of Wednesday, September 16th for the release of our 2018 vintage wines. Like last year, we will be...

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Last post by EmilDyrvig
September 18th, 2020, 1:15 pm
TNs: 2018 William & Mary Shifflett and Napa Valley Wines

Last post by Bill Tex Landreth « September 18th, 2020, 12:17 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian Tuite » September 17th, 2020, 8:53 pm » in Wine Talk

Was at Rivers Marie this morning and Will had a tasting later and had his wines on hand so he poured me the lineup. Quick notes scribbled in my...

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Last post by Bill Tex Landreth
September 18th, 2020, 12:17 pm
TN: A Stunning 2007 CdP

Last post by dsimmons « September 18th, 2020, 10:50 am
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by Tom Lee » September 18th, 2020, 6:21 am » in Wine Talk

2007 La Bastide Saint-Dominique Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Secrets de Pignan

Primarily old vine Grenache.

Crimson in color. 15% ABV. Sublime nose of...

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Last post by dsimmons
September 18th, 2020, 10:50 am
Eating and Drinking in Los Angeles

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « September 18th, 2020, 10:40 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by Robert Dentice » January 4th, 2016, 11:46 am » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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I go to Los Angeles 4 or 5 times per year and admittedly I have been hyper-critical of the food scene. Keep in mind I live in NYC and dine there...
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Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng
September 18th, 2020, 10:40 am
TN: 2011 Joh. Jos. Prüm Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Auslese

Last post by Dennis Atick « September 18th, 2020, 10:39 am
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by Dennis Atick » September 18th, 2020, 9:50 am » in Wine Talk

I tend to just buy Prum when I find some at a decent price, so I have scattered rando bottles across vintages with some focus on vintages I like...

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Last post by Dennis Atick
September 18th, 2020, 10:39 am
Mostly Cab Sale

Last post by Jeremy Charmak « September 18th, 2020, 10:11 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Jeremy Charmak » May 28th, 2020, 12:17 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Everything priced well below wine searcher low. Open to trades now

1 Altvs Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 $50 26% lower than lowest Wine Searcher price
2...

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Last post by Jeremy Charmak
September 18th, 2020, 10:11 am
Sub $20 readily available summer whites

Last post by martinl « September 18th, 2020, 10:11 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by JeromeHan » July 13th, 2017, 6:51 am » in Wine Talk
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As we head in the peak of July and August, I tend to look for some cold Sauv Blanc or beer. Beer, I am confident in what is good and what I like, but...
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Last post by martinl
September 18th, 2020, 10:11 am
1997 Anniversary Wines - Recommendations?

Last post by Mark Golodetz « September 18th, 2020, 10:09 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by S. Rash » September 14th, 2020, 8:07 pm » in Wine Talk
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My wedding anniversary is 1997 and I want to start buying wine from that vintage opening one each year in the future with my wife. I know it was a...
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Last post by Mark Golodetz
September 18th, 2020, 10:09 am
TN: 2015 Domaine de la Pépière (Marc Ollivier) Muscadet de Sèvre-et-Maine Chateau Thébaud

Last post by Richard T r i m p i « September 18th, 2020, 9:31 am
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by Dennis Atick » June 11th, 2020, 12:56 pm » in Wine Talk

One day, when I grow up and start acting responsibly, I'm going to remember to decant young Pepiere.

2015 Domaine de la Pépière (Marc Ollivier)...

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Last post by Richard T r i m p i
September 18th, 2020, 9:31 am
WE: Sophia Bennett on Straw Wines

Last post by TomHill « September 18th, 2020, 9:24 am
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by TomHill » September 18th, 2020, 9:24 am » in Wine Talk

A fairly interesting article in WineEnthusiast on Straw Wines:

It's a genre I wish they'd explore more in Calif. It's rather labor intensive so...

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Last post by TomHill
September 18th, 2020, 9:24 am
Fungicide question for the chemically literate

Last post by BenjaminL « September 18th, 2020, 9:07 am
Posted in Cellar Rats (ITB)
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by Stewart Johnson » July 13th, 2020, 1:06 am » in Cellar Rats (ITB)

I looked at the UC Davis fungicide trials for the first time in several years tonight . You have to go to pg 22 to get some quickly digestible...

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Last post by BenjaminL
September 18th, 2020, 9:07 am
Taco Bell Jalapeño Noir

Last post by Andrew A r n t f i e l d « September 18th, 2020, 8:02 am
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by Patrick T a y l o r » September 14th, 2020, 8:54 am » in Wine Talk

Proof that 2020 is the gift that keeps on giving, Taco Bell now has wine. In Canada.

Sean Sydney, we expect tasting notes.

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Last post by Andrew A r n t f i e l d
September 18th, 2020, 8:02 am
WTF happened to my scotch?

Last post by Jay $$ Winton « September 18th, 2020, 7:20 am
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by john stimson » September 15th, 2020, 10:02 pm » in Beer and Spirits

I've been distracted by Bourbon and Rye and other such things in recent times, but when I return to try to find a decent basic scotch, they all seem...

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Last post by Jay $$ Winton
September 18th, 2020, 7:20 am
New house, new wine room, cooling questions!

Last post by John S « September 18th, 2020, 6:40 am
Posted in Wine 101: The Basics
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by JeffMG » September 18th, 2020, 6:36 am » in Wine 101: The Basics

Hi all, I appreciate in my last post you put at ease my concerns about locating my wine room next to my media room. Now, I have to make decisions on...

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Last post by John S
September 18th, 2020, 6:40 am
TN: 2012 Arcadian Chardonnay Clos Pepe Vineyard - The Redemption

Last post by Brian Tuite « September 18th, 2020, 6:30 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian Tuite » September 7th, 2020, 12:28 pm » in Wine Talk

Had a bottle of this wine a couple weeks ago that I had purchased at auction during Falltacular a few years back. Unfortunately it was spoiled due to...

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Last post by Brian Tuite
September 18th, 2020, 6:30 am
TN: 2006 Jean Bourdy Côtes du Jura Rouge (France, Jura, Côtes du Jura)

Last post by Chris V. « September 18th, 2020, 5:44 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by B. Buzzini » September 16th, 2020, 4:35 pm » in Wine Talk

2006 Jean Bourdy Côtes du Jura Rouge - France, Jura, Côtes du Jura (9/16/2020)
Open in bottle for an hour...rust crancherry, slight orange rim...

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Last post by Chris V.
September 18th, 2020, 5:44 am
Dirty and Rowdy Fall Release

Last post by Brian Tuite « September 18th, 2020, 5:37 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by AD Northup » September 9th, 2020, 8:04 am » in Wine Talk
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Didn’t see a thread yet, but the D&R release kicks off next week.

So far confirmed:

2019 Chenin Blanc
2019 Zinfandel

Expected:

2019 Barbera...
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Last post by Brian Tuite
September 18th, 2020, 5:37 am
J J Prum: the last great wine house priced reasonably.

Last post by Russell Faulkner « September 17th, 2020, 11:02 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mark Golodetz » September 3rd, 2020, 8:54 am » in Wine Talk
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Just bought some 2019, and was amazed at the restraint on prices. All Auslese in the high fifties, the gold caps were just north of a hundred. And...
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Last post by Russell Faulkner
September 17th, 2020, 11:02 pm
Old Forester Bourbon: how is the whole lineup?

Last post by Alan Rath « September 17th, 2020, 9:25 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Brandon R » May 15th, 2020, 10:34 am » in Beer and Spirits

I've head many bottles of the 1920 / Prohibition Style and love it. That's the only one of their lineup that I've had and am curious about what you...

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Last post by Alan Rath
September 17th, 2020, 9:25 pm
TN: 2006 Schäfer-Fröhlich Schloßböckelheimer Felsenberg Riesling Spätlese

Last post by Todd Tucker « September 17th, 2020, 9:24 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Todd Tucker » September 17th, 2020, 9:24 pm » in Wine Talk

2006 Schäfer-Fröhlich Schloßböckelheimer Felsenberg Riesling Spätlese - Germany, Nahe (8/24/2020)
After the first corked bottle.
Ripe orchard fruit,...

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Last post by Todd Tucker
September 17th, 2020, 9:24 pm
Mt. Rushmore

Last post by David Wright « September 17th, 2020, 9:11 pm
Posted in Travel and Restaurants Forum
Replies: 22
by alan weinberg » August 3rd, 2020, 7:15 pm » in Travel and Restaurants Forum

any hotels or restaurants near there? Anything else to see between S. California and Rushmore? We plan on Salt Lake City. I know not everything will...

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Last post by David Wright
September 17th, 2020, 9:11 pm
TNs: A Couple of 2016 Oregon Pinots (Franny Beck & Haden Fig)

Last post by Michael Sterling « September 17th, 2020, 8:38 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Dennis Atick » September 14th, 2020, 8:48 am » in Wine Talk

Sent some good vibes out to the folks of Oregon this weekend and checked in a couple of rando pinots I have accumulated as I learn more about Orgeon...

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Last post by Michael Sterling
September 17th, 2020, 8:38 pm
Steak Porn

Last post by Andrew W. « September 17th, 2020, 7:29 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by Bill Tex Landreth » January 27th, 2009, 12:18 pm » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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Last post by Andrew W.
September 17th, 2020, 7:29 pm
Charleston, SC recs

Last post by alan weinberg « September 17th, 2020, 7:02 pm
Posted in Travel and Restaurants Forum
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by Tom Chen » June 1st, 2020, 11:43 am » in Travel and Restaurants Forum

Looks like we are keeping our family vacation to South Carolina June 20-27, arriving Saturday night at Charleston and staying at French Quarter Inn...

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Last post by alan weinberg
September 17th, 2020, 7:02 pm
Private Barrels have long jumped the shark???

Last post by Kris Patten « September 17th, 2020, 6:48 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Chris Blum » September 14th, 2020, 6:15 am » in Beer and Spirits

Once upon a time, a private selection sticker on a bottle of bourbon actually meant something. Private selections were made by people ‘in the know’,...

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Last post by Kris Patten
September 17th, 2020, 6:48 pm
RieslingKenner - 2019 Hofgut Falkenstein Horizontal Tasting

Last post by Jayson Cohen « September 17th, 2020, 6:43 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by adam caldwell » September 16th, 2020, 9:54 pm » in Wine Talk

RieslingKenner - 2019 Hofgut Falkenstein Horizontal Tasting

In celebration of the arrival of the highly anticipated 2019 Hofgut Falkenstein wines to...

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Last post by Jayson Cohen
September 17th, 2020, 6:43 pm
MacDonald, Realm and Greer offerings

Last post by Mstanford « September 17th, 2020, 6:38 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Kartik Reddy » September 15th, 2020, 4:42 pm » in Wine Talk

Have to decide by tonight if I take my Realm offering. I usu take 6-12 Bars, 1-2 Falstaff, 2-3 Moonracer, and 1 Absurd. Just ordered Macdonald and...

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Last post by Mstanford
September 17th, 2020, 6:38 pm
Contact for Jasper Morris?

Last post by C. Mc Cart « September 17th, 2020, 6:32 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Dennis Borczon » September 17th, 2020, 2:05 pm » in Wine Talk

Anyone been following the 67 Pall Mall events on JIMB website? These have been quite interesting, but the last 2 Zoom events don't have a playback...

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Last post by C. Mc Cart
September 17th, 2020, 6:32 pm
TN: 2002 Domaine Fourrier Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Clos St. Jacques Vieille Vigne

Last post by Kris Patten « September 17th, 2020, 6:16 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by maureen nelson » September 17th, 2020, 8:48 am » in Wine Talk

2002 Domaine Fourrier Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Clos St. Jacques Vieille Vigne - France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru...

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Last post by Kris Patten
September 17th, 2020, 6:16 pm

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