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TN: 1981 Mayacamas Vineyards Pinot Noir (USA, California, Napa Valley)

Last post by Mark Golodetz « February 15th, 2019, 1:15 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by B. Buzzini » February 13th, 2019, 5:18 pm » in Wine Talk

1981 Mayacamas Vineyards Pinot Noir - USA, California, Napa Valley (2/13/2019)
Pretty much a pnp...VERY surprised to see this dude is still alive...

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Last post by Mark Golodetz
February 15th, 2019, 1:15 pm
Peter Michael vs Aubert

Last post by Ken Strauss « February 15th, 2019, 1:01 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Steve V » February 1st, 2019, 10:50 am » in Wine Talk

Hello All!
I'm new to the forum and wanted to get opinions on Peter Michael Wines vs Aubert. I'm currently on Aubert list and order twice a year. My...

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Last post by Ken Strauss
February 15th, 2019, 1:01 pm
Cellar Liquidation (Clape, Bertheau, Chandon de Briailles, and Many Others) **ADDITIONAL REDUCTIONS**

Last post by Levi Pinsky « February 15th, 2019, 12:57 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Levi Pinsky » December 6th, 2018, 3:27 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Liquidating most of the cellar. Would prefer to deliver / hand-off in Los Angeles, but open to shipping in CA (maybe broader) if you pay for and...

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Last post by Levi Pinsky
February 15th, 2019, 12:57 pm
Best grapes for California - expert opinion in 1907

Last post by PeterH « February 15th, 2019, 12:31 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Morris » February 15th, 2019, 8:30 am » in Wine Talk

Jon Bonne (@jbonne) just tweeted out this fascinating list from the American Association of Wine Economists. (It's not yet on their website.) It's a...

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Last post by PeterH
February 15th, 2019, 12:31 pm
Grill / Smoker / Other Meat Prep

Last post by Mike Davila « February 15th, 2019, 12:24 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by JDavisRoby » February 1st, 2019, 5:20 pm » in Epicurean Exploits

Curious what everyone’s preferred methods for preparing meat to pair with your delicious wines.

1. Grill - Weber Kettle (Hasty Bake on my wish...

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Last post by Mike Davila
February 15th, 2019, 12:24 pm
Futures

Last post by Mark Golodetz « February 15th, 2019, 12:23 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by James Stolle » December 3rd, 2018, 1:01 pm » in Wine Talk
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I am a fairly new wine collector. I like wine futures but I typically only get 1 to 2 every year. I am hoping for some help on making good decisions...
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Last post by Mark Golodetz
February 15th, 2019, 12:23 pm
Grappa, etc.

Last post by David K o l i n « February 15th, 2019, 12:11 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Chris Buchanan » January 12th, 2019, 7:51 pm » in Beer and Spirits

Does anyone else like this stuff, I did a quick search and saw a few positive references but no detailed discussion. Seems like 9 out of 10 people I...

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Last post by David K o l i n
February 15th, 2019, 12:11 pm
2016 Screaming Eagle offer

Last post by jeffruggels « February 15th, 2019, 11:47 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Scott Jameson » February 5th, 2019, 9:30 am » in Wine Talk

This year's offer for 2016 Screaming Eagle is out. $3150 for a 3-pack, and that's the same as last year. I'm happy to see no increase, especially...

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Last post by jeffruggels
February 15th, 2019, 11:47 am
TN: 2017 Carl Loewen - Riesling Trocken "Alte Reben" (Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer)

Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m « February 15th, 2019, 11:34 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by Brian G r a f s t r o m » February 15th, 2019, 11:34 am » in Wine Talk

2017 Carl Loewen Riesling Trocken Alte Reben - Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer (2/8/2019)
-- popped and poured --
-- tasted non-blind over approx. 1.5...

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Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m
February 15th, 2019, 11:34 am
La Pelle Reserve?

Last post by Jake Rubash « February 15th, 2019, 11:14 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 11
by NickRut » February 13th, 2019, 1:29 pm » in Wine Talk

Anyone had a chance to taste this yet? I just got a save the date for the release. I saw good reviews for the normal bottling but nothing for the...

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Last post by Jake Rubash
February 15th, 2019, 11:14 am
More Saturday Retail Funnies

Last post by Hank Victor « February 15th, 2019, 10:51 am
Posted in Wine Pimps
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by C. Bowman » May 16th, 2009, 4:46 pm » in Wine Pimps
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When someone comes in on a Saturday afternooon with a portfolio full of papers it's hard not to to think oh crap a sales person, and sure enough....
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Last post by Hank Victor
February 15th, 2019, 10:51 am
Loring wine on WTSO

Last post by JeremyMullman « February 15th, 2019, 10:45 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Bdklein » November 9th, 2018, 8:20 am » in Wine Talk

Is it a deal ??

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Last post by JeremyMullman
February 15th, 2019, 10:45 am
More cab than zin in California?

Last post by Chris Seiber « February 15th, 2019, 10:45 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 7
by John Morris » February 15th, 2019, 8:02 am » in Wine Talk

I was surprised to see this chart on the website of the American Association of Wine Economists . Weren't we always told that zinfandel was the most...

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Last post by Chris Seiber
February 15th, 2019, 10:45 am
Falltacular BYOB Friday Night Kick-off Dinner--2/15/19 @ 6PM

Last post by Frank Murray III « February 15th, 2019, 10:41 am
Posted in Offline Planner
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by Frank Murray III » December 1st, 2018, 11:07 am » in Offline Planner

Keeping the tradition going, we'll have our cool Friday night BYOB kick-off dinner on February 15th @ 6PM at Luciana’s in Dana Point.

Mark Jones...

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Last post by Frank Murray III
February 15th, 2019, 10:41 am
Grassl Wine Glasses, and a few Zaltos if you need them

Last post by Chris Freemott « February 15th, 2019, 10:07 am
Posted in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
Replies: 147
by Chris Freemott » January 21st, 2019, 9:15 am » in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
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Hello and Happy Berserker Day!

I have a story to tell but I'll keep it brief. I'm a firm believer that luck is when preparation meets opportunity....
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Last post by Chris Freemott
February 15th, 2019, 10:07 am
APL Los Angeles

Last post by M.Kaplan « February 15th, 2019, 10:06 am
Posted in Offline Planner
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by saul_cooperstein » January 28th, 2019, 4:53 pm » in Offline Planner
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Any one have any interest in a small gathering at APL Restaurant in LA. 150+ day dry age ‘103’ ribeye...1+ year aged shortloin...dry age...
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Last post by M.Kaplan
February 15th, 2019, 10:06 am
Does anybody buy Pride Wines anymore?

Last post by NoahR « February 15th, 2019, 9:50 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 37
by Mike Maguire » February 13th, 2019, 7:07 pm » in Wine Talk

Had a 375 of the 2015 Pride Cab in Maui last week, really nice Napa Cab.I bought a lot of this stuff in the late 90’s and early 2000s and loved it.

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Last post by NoahR
February 15th, 2019, 9:50 am
My first Keller gmax

Last post by Ledwards « February 15th, 2019, 9:33 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 86
by Mark Golodetz » February 8th, 2019, 5:04 am » in Wine Talk
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At a recent tasting of our SOBER group, our very generous host pulled out a 2006 gmax. It was a glorious wine, full flavored rich, but sporting...
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Last post by Ledwards
February 15th, 2019, 9:33 am
Quivet wines

Last post by Frank Z « February 15th, 2019, 9:09 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 14
by Jmigliano » January 31st, 2019, 12:20 pm » in Wine Talk

Signed up for Myraid list and while I haven’t heard anything from them I got an email today saying I maybe offered some wine from Quivet 3 different...

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Last post by Frank Z
February 15th, 2019, 9:09 am
New Mexico wine shipping law

Last post by Jeremy C « February 15th, 2019, 9:05 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 5
by Jeremy C » February 12th, 2019, 12:23 pm » in Wine Talk

Just received this email:

Dear Jeremy:

You are receiving this email as a previous customer of Flickinger Wines. We shipped wine on your behalf to...

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Last post by Jeremy C
February 15th, 2019, 9:05 am
Anybody buying the latest Blankiet release ?

Last post by Justin Wittkopf « February 15th, 2019, 8:59 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 11
by Jonathan Sirot » February 14th, 2019, 8:51 am » in Wine Talk

As everybody gets all excited for Scarecrow and Screaming Eagle etc, it seems interesting that some wineries get less attention than they deserve. I...

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Last post by Justin Wittkopf
February 15th, 2019, 8:59 am
TN: Four Older Reds....(short/boring)

Last post by TomHill « February 15th, 2019, 8:24 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by TomHill » February 15th, 2019, 8:24 am » in Wine Talk

Tried these 4 ystrday:
1. CarnerosCreekWnry Zin EschenVnyd/AmadorCnty (13.1%) Napa 1978 : Very dark color w/ slight browning; some spicy/black...

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Last post by TomHill
February 15th, 2019, 8:24 am
Monthly check-in: Cellar inventory reduction plan

Last post by Jay Miller « February 15th, 2019, 8:07 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 336
by maureen nelson » April 1st, 2018, 11:53 am » in Wine Talk
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Ok we (well, the old farts among us) talk about owning too much wine, stopping buying, reducing our holdings, etc. So i challenge those of us to post...
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Last post by Jay Miller
February 15th, 2019, 8:07 am
TN: 2014 Rizzi Barbaresco Pajoré

Last post by Keith A k e r s « February 15th, 2019, 7:33 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by Keith A k e r s » February 15th, 2019, 7:33 am » in Wine Talk

2014 Rizzi Barbaresco Pajoré - Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barbaresco (2/14/2019)
Nose: The nose is pretty and nuanced with strawberries, red cherries,...

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Last post by Keith A k e r s
February 15th, 2019, 7:33 am
Luis Seabra - Portfolio Offering - Portugal's Hottest Winemaker

Last post by Tom K. « February 15th, 2019, 6:50 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Tom K. » February 15th, 2019, 6:50 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

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Comprehensive Luis Seabra Portfolio Offering

If you love the Northern Rhone, old school Rioja (but more transparent, no...

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Last post by Tom K.
February 15th, 2019, 6:50 am
7th Annual Di Fara's offline - Fat Tuesday March 5, 2019 - post wines please

Last post by David Cohen « February 15th, 2019, 6:10 am
Posted in Offline Planner
Replies: 38
by Dan Hammer » December 19th, 2018, 8:17 pm » in Offline Planner

7th annual Di Fara's pizza + wines that don't suck offline. Here's the link from 2017.

$44 a person, and all you can eat. Price includes tip and...

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Last post by David Cohen
February 15th, 2019, 6:10 am
Mount Eden visit - been there?

Last post by Chris V. « February 15th, 2019, 4:57 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 9
by Joe S. » February 13th, 2019, 9:20 pm » in Wine Talk

I heard some time last year that Mount Eden finally opened up for visits to their Santa Cruz winery. I love their Chardonnays - anyone been to the...

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Last post by Chris V.
February 15th, 2019, 4:57 am
What, No Mourvedre Appreciation Delegation?

Last post by Drew Goin « February 15th, 2019, 12:36 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 313
by Drew Goin » December 25th, 2015, 7:44 pm » in Wine Talk
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I know, bad acronym.

There's the Carignan Renaissance, ZAP, PS I Love You, and Grenache Symposium.

Aside from the Rhone Rangers, I cannot find a...
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Last post by Drew Goin
February 15th, 2019, 12:36 am
Foillard Morgon 3.14 release date, recent vintages

Last post by Jeremy Holmes « February 14th, 2019, 9:47 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 6
by pnitze » February 12th, 2019, 8:03 pm » in Wine Talk

Does anyone have intelligence on the release of the 2015 or 2016 vintages of 3.14 for the US market? Has Kermit Lynch not distributed them?...

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Last post by Jeremy Holmes
February 14th, 2019, 9:47 pm
TN: 1977 Louis M. Martini Pinot Noir Special Selection La Loma Vineyard

Last post by Clayton Wai-Poi « February 14th, 2019, 9:33 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 5
by Clayton Wai-Poi » February 12th, 2019, 4:07 pm » in Wine Talk

1977 Louis M. Martini Pinot Noir Special Selection La Loma Vineyard - USA, California, Napa Valley (2/12/2019)
Mint condition bottle, wax/plastic...

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Last post by Clayton Wai-Poi
February 14th, 2019, 9:33 pm
2016 VHR Release

Last post by D. Mowe « February 14th, 2019, 8:17 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 20
by Joe Raymond » February 12th, 2019, 10:32 am » in Wine Talk

Who's in? I am in for my whole allocation. Bump of $25 per bottle

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Last post by D. Mowe
February 14th, 2019, 8:17 pm
Additions/UltraMarine, Aubert, Gaja, Messorio, Cayuse,horsepower,

Last post by Cary Rosner « February 14th, 2019, 8:05 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
Replies: 14
by Cary Rosner » January 15th, 2019, 8:09 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Continuing to lighten my load as my palate has changed a bit. Standard terms 3% for PayPal, will hold for warmer temps and buyer assumes risk once...

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Last post by Cary Rosner
February 14th, 2019, 8:05 pm
Santa Clara & San Benito Wine Heritage

Last post by Drew Goin « February 14th, 2019, 7:46 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Drew Goin » June 7th, 2016, 10:35 pm » in Wine Talk
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I have a strong interest in the history and culture of wine growing and making in the Santa Clara and San Benito areas.

Often (in my mind) the...
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Last post by Drew Goin
February 14th, 2019, 7:46 pm
Burgundy: Vosne

Last post by Danius Barzdukas « February 14th, 2019, 7:15 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 32
by Danius Barzdukas » February 12th, 2019, 5:57 pm » in Wine Talk

Let's use these threads as discussions on each Burgundy Village. Discuss the characteristics of the village, the characteristics of specific...

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Last post by Danius Barzdukas
February 14th, 2019, 7:15 pm
Air for 08 Clos de lambrays

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « February 14th, 2019, 7:00 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mich@el Ch@ng » February 14th, 2019, 3:09 pm » in Wine Talk

How soon before drinking would you open it? Slow ox for an hour?

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Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng
February 14th, 2019, 7:00 pm
Preparation recommendation for 2016 William & Mary Cabernet

Last post by Chr!s G|@rn3r « February 14th, 2019, 6:45 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Chr!s G|@rn3r » February 12th, 2019, 2:35 pm » in Wine Talk

Opening a 2016 William & Mary Cabernet for valentines day dinner at Luca in Grand Cayman. What would you recommend as far as preparing this wine to...

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Last post by Chr!s G|@rn3r
February 14th, 2019, 6:45 pm
Sandlands 2019 release date

Last post by Tom G l a s g o w « February 14th, 2019, 6:44 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Tom G l a s g o w » February 2nd, 2019, 7:46 am » in Wine Talk
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The...
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Last post by Tom G l a s g o w
February 14th, 2019, 6:44 pm
TN: Gruaud Sassicaia Gloria La Pointe St Cosme Warres

Last post by Mark Thompson « February 14th, 2019, 6:19 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by wspohn » February 14th, 2019, 3:16 pm » in Wine Talk

Blind tasting notes. Theme was old world, old wines.

1996 Fleury Brut – this champagne had lots of colour, a decent mousse, and was tasty if...

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Last post by Mark Thompson
February 14th, 2019, 6:19 pm
2017 Schrader Offer

Last post by luc@sl@belle « February 14th, 2019, 5:53 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 16
by Tony Jones » February 12th, 2019, 4:27 pm » in Wine Talk

Got my email and mailer for my Schrader offer today. $1125 for 5 bottles. 2 CCS, 2 RBS and 1 G III. Mailer says their grapes were safe and sound when...

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Last post by luc@sl@belle
February 14th, 2019, 5:53 pm
SF Bay Area/Peninsula OL February 18 - Sole

Last post by dteng « February 14th, 2019, 5:52 pm
Posted in Offline Planner
Replies: 34
by dteng » February 3rd, 2019, 5:48 pm » in Offline Planner

Shall we get this going?
I’m thinking Feb 25.
18th is a maybe for me since it is mid Winter break...

How back to Sole?
They’re always easy with us....

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Last post by dteng
February 14th, 2019, 5:52 pm
Burgundy: Morey

Last post by maureen nelson « February 14th, 2019, 5:43 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 28
by Danius Barzdukas » February 12th, 2019, 5:26 pm » in Wine Talk

Let's use these threads as discussions on each Burgundy Village. Discuss the characteristics of the village, the characteristics of specific...

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Last post by maureen nelson
February 14th, 2019, 5:43 pm
Rokexpress.com site legit?

Last post by YLee « February 14th, 2019, 5:37 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by YLee » February 14th, 2019, 5:37 pm » in Wine Talk

Just wondering if anyone had experiences with rokexpress.com
Thank you

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Last post by YLee
February 14th, 2019, 5:37 pm
1979 Robert Mondavi Reserve Signed 6L Methuselah w/ OWC (Imperial)

Last post by Mattstolz « February 14th, 2019, 5:15 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
Replies: 13
by B Thorne » February 11th, 2019, 5:16 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

I'm moving, and as such, there too goes the cellar. Moving my wines offsite, and there is no reason for me to store this thing there. This was my...

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Last post by Mattstolz
February 14th, 2019, 5:15 pm
1979 Sociando Mallet

Last post by James Billy « February 14th, 2019, 5:13 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 8
by Claus Jeppesen » February 14th, 2019, 7:58 am » in Wine Talk

This is awesomely young. Plenty of fruit and moderate attractive tannins.
Wonderful depth with layers of exotic spice. Loong finish
Even better than...

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Last post by James Billy
February 14th, 2019, 5:13 pm
TN: 2005 Cap de Faugeres - lends new meaning to "spoofification"

Last post by Kelly Walker « February 14th, 2019, 5:11 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 10
by John Morris » February 14th, 2019, 7:53 am » in Wine Talk

A friend served the '05 Ch. Cap de Faugeres - Cotes Castillon blindly last night. What a nasty wine -- inky, somewhat hot, somewhat raisiny, somewhat...

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Last post by Kelly Walker
February 14th, 2019, 5:11 pm
Burgundy: Vougeot

Last post by Peter Chiu « February 14th, 2019, 4:30 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 5
by Danius Barzdukas » February 12th, 2019, 5:27 pm » in Wine Talk

Let's use these threads as discussions on each Burgundy Village. Discuss the characteristics of the village, the characteristics of specific...

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Last post by Peter Chiu
February 14th, 2019, 4:30 pm
2016 Ceritas Porter-Bass

Last post by Matthew King « February 14th, 2019, 4:19 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 1
by Jmigliano » February 14th, 2019, 3:46 pm » in Wine Talk

Had this tonight with valentines dinner with the wife. Beautiful wine. Lemon, citrus, very smooth, clean and crisp. Loved it. Was disappointed by...

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Last post by Matthew King
February 14th, 2019, 4:19 pm
Filoli Estate Vnyd??

Last post by Wes Barton « February 14th, 2019, 4:06 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 14
by TomHill » February 11th, 2019, 7:49 am » in Wine Talk

Was finishing up JasonWilson's Godforsaken Grapes book last night. Towards the end, he briefly/cryptically refers to Filoli Estate:
FiloliEstate ,...

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Last post by Wes Barton
February 14th, 2019, 4:06 pm
Steak Porn

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « February 14th, 2019, 3:41 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by Bill Tex Landreth » January 27th, 2009, 12:18 pm » in Epicurean Exploits
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Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng
February 14th, 2019, 3:41 pm
Which white burg

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « February 14th, 2019, 3:27 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mich@el Ch@ng » February 12th, 2019, 7:04 pm » in Wine Talk

What would you open of these?

2016 Bouchard MP
2016 PYCM Chassagne VV
2016 PYCM SA Le banc
2016 PYCM Santenay Comme
2016 Pernot-Belicard MP
2013...

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Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng
February 14th, 2019, 3:27 pm
West of Temperance BD 10 Deals

Last post by Michael O'Brien « February 14th, 2019, 3:15 pm
Posted in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
Replies: 19
by Brian Ojalvo » January 24th, 2019, 2:23 pm » in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes

Dear WineBerserkers,

Greetings from Northern California and congratulations on this tenth anniversary BerserkersDay!

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It is a great...

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Last post by Michael O'Brien
February 14th, 2019, 3:15 pm
TN: La Tache '15

Last post by alan weinberg « February 14th, 2019, 2:55 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 8
by YacobovE » February 13th, 2019, 12:18 pm » in Wine Talk

Been on a beer kick recently, but had an opportunity to enjoy a bottle of La Tache '15 for an excellent price on a wine list. Having read CT notes on...

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Last post by alan weinberg
February 14th, 2019, 2:55 pm
TN: 2015 Weingut Josef Leitz - Rüdesheimer Riesling trocken (Germany, Rheingau)

Last post by Kirk.Grant « February 14th, 2019, 1:47 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 1
by Brian G r a f s t r o m » February 14th, 2019, 12:27 pm » in Wine Talk

2015 Weingut Josef Leitz Rüdesheim Riesling trocken - Germany, Rheingau (2/3/2019)
-- wine opened approx. one hour before tasting (screwcap) --
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Last post by Kirk.Grant
February 14th, 2019, 1:47 pm
Cellartracker for newbies

Last post by SeanHarding « February 14th, 2019, 1:37 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 7
by MBerto » February 14th, 2019, 10:56 am » in Wine Talk

Thought you all would find this entertaining. This is from a podcast called Reply All, and the subject of this particular episode is actually about...

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Last post by SeanHarding
February 14th, 2019, 1:37 pm
FS: 2009 Faiveley Corton 'Clos des Cortons' 3 pack

Last post by ybarselah « February 14th, 2019, 1:35 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
Replies: 6
by ybarselah » February 7th, 2019, 11:34 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

pristine, mine since release.

sold 3, 3 left.

$450

pickup in nyc

email pls.

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Last post by ybarselah
February 14th, 2019, 1:35 pm
Anyone tried Beau Vigne Cabs?

Last post by Steve Gautier « February 14th, 2019, 1:04 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 2
by Won H. L e e » February 14th, 2019, 11:58 am » in Wine Talk

Hey guys, I know there are tons of cult napa cab wineries out there, but I recently had a chance to try Beau Vigne cabernets; Edward Snider has been...

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Last post by Steve Gautier
February 14th, 2019, 1:04 pm
TN: 2014 Château Lanessan (France, Bordeaux, Médoc, Haut-Médoc)

Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m « February 14th, 2019, 1:02 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 28
by D@vid Bu3ker » June 9th, 2017, 5:21 am » in Wine Talk

2014 Château Lanessan - France, Bordeaux, Médoc, Haut-Médoc (6/8/2017)
$8 for a half bottle, and more wine in that half than in full bottles of 5x...

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Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m
February 14th, 2019, 1:02 pm
The Bourbon Thread

Last post by JeromeHan « February 14th, 2019, 12:45 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Scott Butler » March 23rd, 2010, 7:13 pm » in Beer and Spirits
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What are you drinking, what do you like? Oh, and let me clarify - it doesn't have to just be the legal definition of bourbon, but the style. I'd like...
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Last post by JeromeHan
February 14th, 2019, 12:45 pm
Chateau Rayas holding back wine to drive prices higher?

Last post by willkim « February 14th, 2019, 12:40 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by chris brown » February 6th, 2019, 12:38 pm » in Wine Talk

Chateau Rayas has not released much wine since the 2009 vintage. Other wineries are releasing 2016s. Are they holding back wine to drive prices...

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Last post by willkim
February 14th, 2019, 12:40 pm
TN: 2015 Sweetzer Cellars - Chardonnay Santa Maria Valley (USA, California, Central Coast, Santa Maria Valley)

Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m « February 14th, 2019, 12:13 pm
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by Brian G r a f s t r o m » February 14th, 2019, 12:13 pm » in Wine Talk

2015 Sweetzer Cellars Chardonnay - USA, California, Central Coast, Santa Maria Valley (2/3/2019)
-- wine opened approx. one hour before tasting --...

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Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m
February 14th, 2019, 12:13 pm
Great Wine Regions You Neglect

Last post by johngonzales « February 14th, 2019, 11:51 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 45
by Warren Taranow » February 11th, 2019, 3:11 pm » in Wine Talk

Are there any wine regions you neglect?

There are only so many bottles I can drink and regions I can acquaint myself. I neglect certain areas to...

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Last post by johngonzales
February 14th, 2019, 11:51 am
Burgundy: Pommard

Last post by A Songeur « February 14th, 2019, 11:37 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Danius Barzdukas » February 12th, 2019, 5:59 pm » in Wine Talk

Let's use these threads as discussions on each Burgundy Village. Discuss the characteristics of the village, the characteristics of specific...

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Last post by A Songeur
February 14th, 2019, 11:37 am
Moving Sale / Cellar Thinning - Good variety - REDUCED PRICES!

Last post by N1CKW0LF « February 14th, 2019, 11:28 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by N1CKW0LF » December 13th, 2018, 10:48 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Trying to clean out the cellar for the New Year! Buyer pays shipping or I can meet you in Seattle, I also work in Woodinville and can meet there as...

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Last post by N1CKW0LF
February 14th, 2019, 11:28 am
Keller Estate - BD 10 - Extended until Monday at 4:00PM PST or until wine lasts.

Last post by Jeffrey Neal « February 14th, 2019, 11:05 am
Posted in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
Replies: 59
by anakeller » January 22nd, 2019, 1:24 pm » in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
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Happy Berserkers 10th anniversary!

Keller Estate is excited to offer you our wine at some amazing prices.

Make your life easy and just order...
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Last post by Jeffrey Neal
February 14th, 2019, 11:05 am
Neal Martin have “121 mutual friends including Christ”

Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m « February 14th, 2019, 10:27 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mark Golodetz » February 13th, 2019, 2:15 pm » in Wine Talk

To my knowledge, I have never friended Christ, so somewhat confused by this.

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Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m
February 14th, 2019, 10:27 am
Boston - Rhys, Fourrier, Dujac, Montille, Bartolo, G. Conterno, Cappellano, Monprivato, Ornellaia, more!

Last post by Richard Malloy « February 14th, 2019, 10:11 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Richard Malloy » January 29th, 2019, 1:57 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

I am the original retail purchaser of all bottles here listed, all continuously stored in 55F Eurocave since delivery. I strongly prefer a local...

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Last post by Richard Malloy
February 14th, 2019, 10:11 am
Guess What???? CELLARTRACKER INTEGRATION is here!!!

Last post by Michae1 P0wers « February 14th, 2019, 10:10 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Todd F r e n c h » June 5th, 2009, 5:36 pm » in Wine Talk
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The mighty Trey and Eric worked together to integrate CT and WB!

See Eric's thread on his CT forum here - onclick= window.open(this.href);return...
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Last post by Michae1 P0wers
February 14th, 2019, 10:10 am
Veleta EVOO & Gourmets of Spain Berserker Day 10 Deals

Last post by Nola Palomar « February 14th, 2019, 9:46 am
Posted in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
Replies: 119
by Nola Palomar » January 26th, 2019, 12:47 am » in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
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ANOTHER GLORIOUS BERSERKER DAY - CONGRATULATIONS TODD AND THE GANG FOR 10 YEARS!!

There are so many deals and new products, don't miss out, read...
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Last post by Nola Palomar
February 14th, 2019, 9:46 am
Perliss Estate The Ravens - any reason to buy?

Last post by M. Taylor « February 14th, 2019, 9:41 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 6
by Ashley G » December 8th, 2013, 11:03 am » in Wine Talk

I ran across the Perliss Estate website when searching for Pott Cabernet some time ago and joined the mailing list out of curiosity. From the...

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Last post by M. Taylor
February 14th, 2019, 9:41 am
What is a tun, pipe or butt, puncheon, hogshead, tierce, barrel or runlet of wine?

Last post by Matthew.Rashbrook « February 14th, 2019, 9:39 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 5
by Blake Brown » February 13th, 2019, 4:20 pm » in Wine Talk

I heard the term pipe of Port used during a recent Taylor Fladgate retrospective from 1890-2016. New to me, I looked it up and there`s a lot more...

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Last post by Matthew.Rashbrook
February 14th, 2019, 9:39 am
LTTF: Gonon VV

Last post by scott c « February 14th, 2019, 9:29 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by scott c » January 17th, 2019, 8:04 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Hello,

I'm looking for some Pierre Gonon St. Joseph Vieilles Vignes (any vintage). Willing to trade for comparable wines that are hard to find or...

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Last post by scott c
February 14th, 2019, 9:29 am
ISO: 2010 Juge

Last post by scott c « February 14th, 2019, 9:29 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by scott c » January 20th, 2019, 8:16 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Looking for two bottles. Will trade for cash, 2014 Juge, other Rhones or anything else you might want that I have.

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Last post by scott c
February 14th, 2019, 9:29 am
Gordon Ramsay and Hot Wings

Last post by Brandon R « February 14th, 2019, 9:28 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
Replies: 7
by Brian Tuite » January 30th, 2019, 7:36 am » in Epicurean Exploits

Whether you love him or hate him this is a good watch. Stick with it to the end.

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Last post by Brandon R
February 14th, 2019, 9:28 am
Long shot: trade my SQN for your 2009 Cristal

Last post by Bdklein « February 14th, 2019, 9:20 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
Replies: 6
by Neal.Mollen » February 12th, 2019, 10:06 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

I've been buying everything SQN has been offering (reg and EBA) since 2011. Willing to talk a trade for any of these bottles for the Cristal.

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Last post by Bdklein
February 14th, 2019, 9:20 am
TN: 2011 Weingut Josef Leitz Rüdesheimer Berg Roseneck Riesling Spätlese

Last post by JeffK « February 14th, 2019, 8:42 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 7
by D@vid Bu3ker » February 12th, 2019, 4:28 pm » in Wine Talk

2011 Weingut Josef Leitz Rüdesheimer Berg Roseneck Riesling Spätlese - Germany, Rheingau (2/12/2019)
In a word, luscious. Rich tropical fruit,...

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Last post by JeffK
February 14th, 2019, 8:42 am
Memphis Resturants

Last post by George Hejna « February 14th, 2019, 8:24 am
Posted in Travel Forum
Replies: 6
by Robert R » February 12th, 2019, 6:17 pm » in Travel Forum

Any recommendations for lunch and dinner?

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Last post by George Hejna
February 14th, 2019, 8:24 am
Taittinger CdC,Latour CC,2 PYCMs, Sauzet,Ygret,Lambrays Clos,Dujac Charmes,Ponsot CdlR,Pride&SwitchbackPS,SQN,Foley,P+S+

Last post by H Bongiovi « February 14th, 2019, 7:27 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 8
by Blake Brown » February 12th, 2019, 2:10 pm » in Wine Talk

Our dinner group held it`s once a year Winner Gets Dinner event at bouchon, the restaurant where we typically do our Millennium dinner in December....

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Last post by H Bongiovi
February 14th, 2019, 7:27 am
Corra 2016

Last post by Joe Mendez « February 14th, 2019, 7:25 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Joe Mendez » February 12th, 2019, 9:19 pm » in Wine Talk

Who is buying?

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Last post by Joe Mendez
February 14th, 2019, 7:25 am
It's Coffee Time Again--some Microlot beauties

Last post by Er€z _ L. « February 14th, 2019, 7:13 am
Posted in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
Replies: 17
by Eric Nelson » January 17th, 2019, 2:22 pm » in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes

Micro-lot coffee has become an adventure for true coffee lovers. This is a fun journey of specialty micro-lots, i.e. coffee that is produced by its...

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Last post by Er€z _ L.
February 14th, 2019, 7:13 am
Alban Release

Last post by Gray G « February 14th, 2019, 6:09 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 28
by Michael Fess » February 4th, 2019, 1:22 pm » in Wine Talk

Alban hits today. This is my second release, looking at the Seymour or the Lorraine. Any suggestions?

Seymour
Lorraine
Patrina
Estate Grenache...

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Last post by Gray G
February 14th, 2019, 6:09 am
Burgundy: Fixin

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « February 14th, 2019, 5:13 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 6
by Danius Barzdukas » February 12th, 2019, 5:25 pm » in Wine Talk

Let's use these threads as discussions on each Burgundy Village. Discuss the characteristics of the village, the characteristics of specific...

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Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng
February 14th, 2019, 5:13 am
TN: 2012 Rhys Horseshoe Chardonnay

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « February 14th, 2019, 4:41 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 2
by G. Bienstock » February 13th, 2019, 7:22 pm » in Wine Talk

Short tasting note because I am nearly speechless.

Fabulous Santa Cruz Mts. Chardonnnay. Nicely lean and crisp, lightly oaked and terrior soaked...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
February 14th, 2019, 4:41 am
2011 Musar Distribution in The States

Last post by chrisforno « February 13th, 2019, 11:48 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by chrisforno » February 9th, 2019, 1:54 pm » in Wine Talk

Hi All~
Hoping any of my fellow Musar geeks maybe able to help me with a distribution question. My twins were born in 2011 so looking to get my hands...

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Last post by chrisforno
February 13th, 2019, 11:48 pm
Older Australian reds San Francisco Marina district Sunday January 27

Last post by George Chadwick « February 13th, 2019, 11:30 pm
Posted in Offline Planner
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by George Chadwick » December 22nd, 2018, 9:52 am » in Offline Planner
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Update January 22: confirmed Sunday January 27 3:30 pm free parking, informal, $20 to the venue plus any food (optional) plus tips. Venue on the...
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Last post by George Chadwick
February 13th, 2019, 11:30 pm
Bonne: On Provencal Rose

Last post by Gary York « February 13th, 2019, 11:10 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 36
by TomHill » May 6th, 2016, 6:28 am » in Wine Talk

Jon has a particularly well-written & insightful article in Punch on the ubiquity of Provencal rose and the makeover of the region's wines as a...

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Last post by Gary York
February 13th, 2019, 11:10 pm
How do you control your alcohol intake?

Last post by D. Mowe « February 13th, 2019, 10:10 pm
Posted in Wine 101: The Basics
Replies: 66
by Peter Papay » September 7th, 2016, 6:12 pm » in Wine 101: The Basics
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Probably not a very popular topic to be posted on a wine lovers website, but anyway its something very important to me. To keeps things under control...
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Last post by D. Mowe
February 13th, 2019, 10:10 pm
TN: Ryme Cellars 2017 Cabernet Franc Alegria Vineyard

Last post by Tom DeBiase « February 13th, 2019, 10:04 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 8
by Tom DeBiase » February 13th, 2019, 9:39 am » in Wine Talk

We had this with homemade pizza last night and it did not disappoint. The Ryme Cab. Franc is always a fresh, light body easy drinking wine that...

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Last post by Tom DeBiase
February 13th, 2019, 10:04 pm
2009 Calot Beaujolais ALERT!

Last post by Chris Seiber « February 13th, 2019, 9:33 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 2
by Paul H Galli » February 13th, 2019, 9:21 pm » in Wine Talk

In 2010 I wrote the following review:
2009 Jean Calot Morgon VV Cuvee Unique - 13% - $24.75
Dark purple/crimson color. Great nose of roses and...

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Last post by Chris Seiber
February 13th, 2019, 9:33 pm
Bedrock Wine Co. Spring Release Save-The-Date

Last post by Scott E. « February 13th, 2019, 9:13 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 14
by mattcitrang » February 12th, 2019, 9:29 am » in Wine Talk

Email just arrived -

“Bedrock Wine Co. Spring Release Save-The-Date

We are pleased to announce that Bedrock's Spring Release will go live next...

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Last post by Scott E.
February 13th, 2019, 9:13 pm
Winery tour in Bordeaux

Last post by JohnCummings « February 13th, 2019, 9:07 pm
Posted in Travel Forum
Replies: 7
by Paul Lee » February 7th, 2019, 2:12 pm » in Travel Forum

Planning a 2-3 day tour in Bordeaux in early April with my wife.
Are there any good winery tour programs that you recommend? I did one in Burgundy...

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Last post by JohnCummings
February 13th, 2019, 9:07 pm
Do you still read Wine Spectator?

Last post by Randy Bowman « February 13th, 2019, 9:01 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 41
by Tariq K » February 13th, 2019, 4:00 am » in Wine Talk

This post was originally prompted because I was completely baffled by the ad on the back of this month's issue. I wanted to know if anyone else had...

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Last post by Randy Bowman
February 13th, 2019, 9:01 pm
FS from VA: 6 btls 2015 Jadot Batard 1500 shipped ground

Last post by Karl K « February 13th, 2019, 8:16 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Karl K » December 6th, 2018, 5:25 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Bump reduced 1550 ->1500

FS 6 bottles 2015 Jadot Batard Montrachet all 6 for 1550 (reduced $1500) - includes ground shipping to lower 48

buyer pays...

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Last post by Karl K
February 13th, 2019, 8:16 pm
FS: 2014 Futo OV SLD CS $290

Last post by Karl K « February 13th, 2019, 8:10 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Karl K » April 25th, 2018, 6:35 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

FS: 2014 Futo OV SLD CS $290

in VA
buyer pays shipping and any fees and takes ownership at time of purchase, the usual stipulations

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Last post by Karl K
February 13th, 2019, 8:10 pm
Florida Quattro

Last post by Jim Cowan « February 13th, 2019, 7:54 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 1
by Dan Kravitz » February 13th, 2019, 7:28 pm » in Wine Talk

By the glass during dinner at Ulele, a very cool Tampa restaurant with a fabulous setting and fine if somewhat quirky food. A lot of the dishes pack...

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Last post by Jim Cowan
February 13th, 2019, 7:54 pm
TN: 2010 Louis Boillot Le Grande Poisots

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « February 13th, 2019, 7:37 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Mich@el Ch@ng » February 13th, 2019, 7:37 pm » in Wine Talk

Nice village level wine, not very complex but nice fruit and a solid finish.

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Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng
February 13th, 2019, 7:37 pm
Fs Ponsot CdlR VV 2008

Last post by Karl K « February 13th, 2019, 7:31 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Karl K » October 26th, 2018, 5:02 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

FS from VA, purchased on release. All properly cellared since acquiring.

6 bottles in wooden 6 pack 1600$

Buyer assumes risk of shipping and pays...

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Last post by Karl K
February 13th, 2019, 7:31 pm
Foley Family Wines Buys New Zealand's Mt. Difficulty Winery for $35 Million

Last post by Eric White « February 13th, 2019, 7:26 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 2
by Eric White » February 13th, 2019, 11:09 am » in Wine Talk

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Last post by Eric White
February 13th, 2019, 7:26 pm
2015 Realm Absurd 750ml

Last post by Nick Kra Mar Ski « February 13th, 2019, 6:52 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
Replies: 8
by Colby Scott » March 16th, 2018, 12:30 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

$575 local pickup/delivery only. SF Bay Area. PM if interested.

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Last post by Nick Kra Mar Ski
February 13th, 2019, 6:52 pm
TN: 2009 Borgo M Merlot Delle Venezie (Italy, Delle Venezie)

Last post by Rich K0rz€nk0 « February 13th, 2019, 5:44 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Rich K0rz€nk0 » February 13th, 2019, 5:40 pm » in Wine Talk

2009 Borgo M Merlot Delle Venezie - Italy, Delle Venezie (2/13/2019)
This is a big wine. Even at this age, its got a lot of room to run. Opening day...

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Last post by Rich K0rz€nk0
February 13th, 2019, 5:44 pm
Burgundy: Gevrey

Last post by Danius Barzdukas « February 13th, 2019, 4:54 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 2
by Danius Barzdukas » February 12th, 2019, 5:25 pm » in Wine Talk

Let's use these threads as discussions on each Burgundy Village. Discuss the characteristics of the village, the characteristics of specific...

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Last post by Danius Barzdukas
February 13th, 2019, 4:54 pm

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