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Is this a first??

Last post by JohnP « September 25th, 2020, 7:51 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Dave McIsaac » September 24th, 2020, 10:56 am » in Wine Talk

I just got email from First Bottle pimping the 2016 Pontet-Canet, complete with reviewers scores.

Here they are:

WE - 100

VN - 99

WA - 98+

JD -...

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Last post by JohnP
September 25th, 2020, 7:51 am
Tasting notes on Northern California’s 2020 vintage in 2022

Last post by Merrill Lindquist « September 25th, 2020, 6:54 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Ben M a n d l e r » September 23rd, 2020, 8:21 pm » in Wine Talk

It’s been a rough harvest and we’ve still a long way to go. I’ve been hearing a lot of people say that they won’t be buying 2020 wines from...

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Last post by Merrill Lindquist
September 25th, 2020, 6:54 am
LTB: Anderson's Conn Valley Reserve Cabernet - 2005, 2007, 2008

Last post by Hugh S « September 25th, 2020, 6:52 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Frank Drazka » September 21st, 2020, 10:51 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Looking to buy up to a case at a reasonable price. Local preferred to avoid shipping.

PM offers!

Cheers!

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Last post by Hugh S
September 25th, 2020, 6:52 am
Prum kabinetts 2019

Last post by Paul McCourt « September 25th, 2020, 6:33 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Paul McCourt » September 24th, 2020, 12:49 pm » in Wine Talk

Looking to pick up a case or two. What’s the word on them for 19?

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Last post by Paul McCourt
September 25th, 2020, 6:33 am
Official WTSO thread

Last post by Sam C. « September 25th, 2020, 5:52 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Eric Rose » July 10th, 2013, 11:44 am » in Wine Talk
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I can't find ANY reviews on CT or elsewhere. The website for the winery given in the WTSO blurb doesn't even appear to be the right winery!
But I...
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Last post by Sam C.
September 25th, 2020, 5:52 am
FS next of kyn #7 owc if you want it

Last post by Drewt « September 25th, 2020, 5:07 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Drewt » September 25th, 2020, 5:07 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

I have three bottles with the owc for sale. Shipping the owc could be a hassle. $800 plus shipping the owc. I’ll eat shipping the bottles. Local...

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Last post by Drewt
September 25th, 2020, 5:07 am
CellarTracker goes Full Booty

Last post by brigcampbell « September 25th, 2020, 4:57 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Nathan Smyth » September 24th, 2020, 12:46 pm » in Wine Talk

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Last post by brigcampbell
September 25th, 2020, 4:57 am
TN: 2011 Saxum Booker Vineyard

Last post by Carlos Delpin « September 25th, 2020, 4:12 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Tom Lee » September 24th, 2020, 6:05 am » in Wine Talk

Did not decant this wine. The 11's from Saxum have been really good.

Purple in color. 15.4% ABV. 67% Syrah and 33% Mourvedre. Killer nose of blue...

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Last post by Carlos Delpin
September 25th, 2020, 4:12 am
Has Anyone Been Drinking BerserkerDay Wines Lately?

Last post by Mattstolz « September 25th, 2020, 3:59 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Corey N. » January 11th, 2017, 7:56 am » in Wine Talk
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Has anyone been popping any BerserkerDay wines? With the holiday approaching, I've been trying to make an effort to open some wines produced by past,...
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Last post by Mattstolz
September 25th, 2020, 3:59 am
FRENCH PIZZA

Last post by Martin Zwick « September 25th, 2020, 3:12 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by Martin Zwick » September 7th, 2020, 12:02 am » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

The last days of summer......a fine meal together with a tomato-rocket-salad on the countryside. Arugula/Rocket from the garden with lovely peppery...

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Last post by Martin Zwick
September 25th, 2020, 3:12 am
Spare Shipers in LA Area??

Last post by andrewkao « September 24th, 2020, 10:59 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by jeffruggels » September 21st, 2020, 2:40 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

If someone has spare shippers clogging up the garage, i am in need. 2,3,4,6 and 12 of 750ml and 1 or 2 for Mags. I am located Burbank but will travel...

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Last post by andrewkao
September 24th, 2020, 10:59 pm
2020 West Coast Weather and Farming Thread

Last post by Roy Piper « September 24th, 2020, 10:08 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 Roy Piper
September 24th, 2020, 10:08 pm
Retailer Check: Invino.com

Last post by Geoff F. « September 24th, 2020, 9:53 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 7
by K N Haque » September 22nd, 2020, 2:28 pm » in Wine Talk

Anyone had relatively recent experience with Invino? I found a full older threads complaining about likely improperly stored wines from them, but...

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Last post by Geoff F.
September 24th, 2020, 9:53 pm
Mezcal advice?

Last post by Kris Patten « September 24th, 2020, 8:44 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
Replies: 49
by Nate Simon » March 14th, 2017, 10:44 am » in Beer and Spirits

Looking to expand my horizons a bit, and I'm wondering what people think of Mezcal. Does it offer anything particularly distinct from Tequila? Any...

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Last post by Kris Patten
September 24th, 2020, 8:44 pm
TN: 2016 00 Wines Chardonnay EGW (USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley)

Last post by KathrynHermann « September 24th, 2020, 8:41 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by B. Buzzini » May 29th, 2020, 4:57 pm » in Wine Talk

2016 00 Wines Chardonnay EGW - USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley (5/29/2020)
My first go with 00...and the EGW(Extra Good White). Been itching to try...

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Last post by KathrynHermann
September 24th, 2020, 8:41 pm
WTB: Allocated Bourbons

Last post by cjdelaney « September 24th, 2020, 7:58 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
Replies: 25
by cjdelaney » May 24th, 2020, 3:50 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

**Update - Thanks to John L. Hall and another unnamed member, I have completed my quest for Birthday Bourbon (although too much is not a real thing...

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Last post by cjdelaney
September 24th, 2020, 7:58 pm
White Burg mini surprises: Carillon and M. Colin

Last post by Greg K « September 24th, 2020, 7:10 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 4
by Matthew King » September 24th, 2020, 4:48 pm » in Wine Talk

Just a brief note on two wines opened this past week that I am entirely smitten with. These wines both came out of nowhere and grabbed me by the...

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Last post by Greg K
September 24th, 2020, 7:10 pm
I don’t trust my Coravin anymore

Last post by J Dove « September 24th, 2020, 6:46 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 57
by John Flanagan » September 17th, 2020, 6:28 pm » in Wine Talk
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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 J Dove
September 24th, 2020, 6:46 pm
Your goto dry rub recipe?

Last post by Kenny H « September 24th, 2020, 6:39 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
Replies: 15
by B. Buzzini » September 22nd, 2020, 5:01 pm » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

Pork baby b's to be more specific.

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Last post by Kenny H
September 24th, 2020, 6:39 pm
Weirdest bottle you've consumed during the pandemic?

Last post by Phil T r o t t e r « September 24th, 2020, 6:00 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Geoff F. » September 23rd, 2020, 10:10 pm » in Wine Talk

I've been consuming treat yourself bottles a little more frequently during the pandemic, but I've also been seeking out curiosities and off-the-wall...

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Last post by Phil T r o t t e r
September 24th, 2020, 6:00 pm
Snoop Cali Red

Last post by JonathanG « September 24th, 2020, 5:54 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 27
by Anton D » August 27th, 2020, 10:36 am » in Wine Talk

The 19 Crimes label has teamed up with Martha Stewart's favorite hip hopper and we will be seeing Snoop Cali red hit the shelves soon. It will be 19...

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Last post by JonathanG
September 24th, 2020, 5:54 pm
Lambert Estate The Chocolatier

Last post by matthewgoldman « September 24th, 2020, 5:22 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by matthewgoldman » September 24th, 2020, 11:40 am » in Wine Talk

In 2002, I spend about six months in Australia, while before I knew anything whatsoever about wine. I did a day tour of the Barossa and one of the...

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Last post by matthewgoldman
September 24th, 2020, 5:22 pm
TN: 2014 Savino Nero Sichilli, Nero d'Avola, Sicily

Last post by Richard T r i m p i « September 24th, 2020, 5:09 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Richard T r i m p i » September 24th, 2020, 5:09 pm » in Wine Talk

Anyone know the Cali distributor for this? by Roberto Rogness » Wed Mar 19, 2014 6:23 pm

Vittorio Savino Nero Sichilli, Sicily, fairly serious as...

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Last post by Richard T r i m p i
September 24th, 2020, 5:09 pm
Favorite Virtual Tasting of 2020

Last post by S. Rash « September 24th, 2020, 5:03 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by JohnP » September 24th, 2020, 3:17 pm » in Wine Talk

What's everyone's favorite virtual tasting been so far in 2020?

I've watched a few zoom tastings since March, but I'm probably the most excited...

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Last post by S. Rash
September 24th, 2020, 5:03 pm
Suggestions on serving 1965 Mayacamus?

Last post by Wade H « September 24th, 2020, 4:53 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 8
by HoosJustinG » September 23rd, 2020, 11:12 am » in Wine Talk

Thinking of bringing this to a wine dinner for some post-dinner merriment (classic Napa vs BDX dinner but we’re focusing on 90s/00s, so this is just...

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Last post by Wade H
September 24th, 2020, 4:53 pm
TN: 2006 Cascina delle Rose Dolcetto d'Alba A Elizabeth

Last post by T Wills « September 24th, 2020, 4:22 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by T Wills » September 24th, 2020, 4:22 pm » in Wine Talk

2006 Cascina delle Rose Dolcetto d'Alba A Elizabeth - Italy, Piedmont, Alba, Dolcetto d'Alba (9/24/2020)
A wine lovers wine. Burgundian. Aged and...

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Last post by T Wills
September 24th, 2020, 4:22 pm
2018 Red Burgs - time to crack a few!

Last post by alan weinberg « September 24th, 2020, 4:19 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Kent Comley » September 10th, 2020, 12:27 am » in Wine Talk
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Here's one to start the ball rolling.

2018 Forey Pere et Fils...
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Last post by alan weinberg
September 24th, 2020, 4:19 pm
Wine Berserkers Wine Talk Hall of Fame Thread

Last post by Marcu$ Stanley « September 24th, 2020, 3:49 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Todd F r e n c h » February 9th, 2017, 3:53 pm » in Wine Talk
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Over nearly a decade, these threads below have garnered much attention, tens of thousands of views (each), and provided ridiculously valuable and/or...
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Last post by Marcu$ Stanley
September 24th, 2020, 3:49 pm
Decanter vs. Aerator

Last post by Michael O'Brien « September 24th, 2020, 3:11 pm
Posted in Wine 101: The Basics
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by Ron L. » September 15th, 2020, 8:45 pm » in Wine 101: The Basics

I bought a wine aerator on Amazon for about $10-$15 some time ago. It's a 3 piece rubber and plastic spout that you pop directly into the bottle and...

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Last post by Michael O'Brien
September 24th, 2020, 3:11 pm
Recommend Bordeaux Blancs?

Last post by Michael O'Brien « September 24th, 2020, 3:09 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 38
by Anthony C » September 21st, 2020, 1:09 pm » in Wine Talk

Hi all,
We enjoyed a very good 1990 Bordeaux blanc from Pessac-Leognan over the weekend (TN: ). I kinda wrote off sauv blanc for a variety of...

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Last post by Michael O'Brien
September 24th, 2020, 3:09 pm
Jennair range top?

Last post by Michael O'Brien « September 24th, 2020, 3:03 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
Replies: 20
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 Michael O'Brien
September 24th, 2020, 3:03 pm
TN: LdH Viña Gravonia 2011-1993 vertical

Last post by Otto Forsberg « September 24th, 2020, 2:56 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Otto Forsberg » September 23rd, 2020, 2:14 am » in Wine Talk

The singular wines of R. López de Heredia seem to get their fair share of attention in this forum, but while most seem to love the classic,...

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Last post by Otto Forsberg
September 24th, 2020, 2:56 pm
TN: 2009 Williams Selyem Zinfandel Papera Vineyard

Last post by Tom Lee « September 24th, 2020, 2:50 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 3
by M. Dildine » September 23rd, 2020, 4:26 pm » in Wine Talk

2009 Williams Selyem Zinfandel Papera Vineyard - USA, California, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley (9/23/2020)
14.7% abv. Medium ruby,...

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Last post by Tom Lee
September 24th, 2020, 2:50 pm
Most beautiful wine labels?

Last post by Anthony Z « September 24th, 2020, 1:58 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 142
by Jan Janas » May 26th, 2020, 5:39 am » in Wine Talk
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I'm curious to hear from you what are some of the most beautiful wine labels?

We always talk about the content of the bottles but I think for...
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Last post by Anthony Z
September 24th, 2020, 1:58 pm
Looking for Cayuse Allocation

Last post by N1CKW0LF « September 24th, 2020, 1:58 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
Replies: 3
by N1CKW0LF » August 25th, 2020, 9:38 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Looking for a Cayuse allocation. PM if you have one you are passing on or want to share. Thanks!

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Last post by N1CKW0LF
September 24th, 2020, 1:58 pm
FS: Orphan Barrel Rhetoric Six Bottle Boxed Set

Last post by Bill Tex Landreth « September 24th, 2020, 1:57 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Bill Tex Landreth » September 24th, 2020, 1:57 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

I have the 20-25 year Orphan Barrel Rhetoric Set in the display box. Was received in trade for wine. Shipping will be a challenge, but I can probably...

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Last post by Bill Tex Landreth
September 24th, 2020, 1:57 pm
Links redirecting to wine.com

Last post by lleichtman « September 24th, 2020, 1:38 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 26
by Doug Schulman » September 11th, 2020, 5:42 am » in Wine Talk

Is anyone else getting redirected to intermediaries and then instantly to wine.com from links on this site? I’m on ios with Chrome. It has happened...

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Last post by lleichtman
September 24th, 2020, 1:38 pm
Basil Pesto Wine Pairing of the Week ****SUMMARY ADDED ON TOP 9/24/20*****

Last post by Glen Gold « September 24th, 2020, 1:30 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
Replies: 41
by Jim Stewart » July 3rd, 2020, 11:13 am » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

We have been growing basil in our garden for many years and this year we have an especially big crop. We use it to make pesto and we expect to be...

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Last post by Glen Gold
September 24th, 2020, 1:30 pm
2017 THE MAIDEN HARLAN ESTATE

Last post by Frank Z « September 24th, 2020, 1:26 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
Replies: 5
by A.Khanna » September 22nd, 2020, 12:26 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Selling my allocation at cost - 3 Bottles or 6 Bottles. PM me.

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Last post by Frank Z
September 24th, 2020, 1:26 pm
TN: 2007 Arcadian Jill’s Cuvée Pinot Noir

Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m « September 24th, 2020, 12:28 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Jud Reis » October 6th, 2019, 3:12 pm » in Wine Talk

Beautiful nose of underbrush, roses, and bright cherry fruit. Richer and more opulent than most Arcadians, with lovely sweet red fruit with good...

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Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m
September 24th, 2020, 12:28 pm
Cult Napa Cabs for Sale- Scarecrow, Dalla Valle Maya Hundred Acre and Bryant

Last post by jordan whitehead « September 24th, 2020, 12:10 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Tony Jones » August 11th, 2020, 7:55 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Parting with a few of my cult Napa Cabs. Been trimming down my wine holdings and transitioning into Whiskey. All my wines have been stored in my wine...

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Last post by jordan whitehead
September 24th, 2020, 12:10 pm
2018 Rivers-Marie Cabernet Offer

Last post by ykwon « September 24th, 2020, 12:02 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 143
by MatthewT » July 14th, 2020, 9:18 am » in Wine Talk
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Last post by ykwon
September 24th, 2020, 12:02 pm
Washington DC

Last post by etomasi « September 24th, 2020, 12:01 pm
Posted in BYO Forum - Wine at Restaurants
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by PaulM » May 19th, 2010, 11:21 am » in BYO Forum - Wine at Restaurants
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I'll kick it off by noting that CityZen no longer allows BYO (which they very irritatingly told me a month after I made the reservation and the day...
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Last post by etomasi
September 24th, 2020, 12:01 pm
FS: Mixed DeLille Cellars (reduced)

Last post by N1CKW0LF « September 24th, 2020, 11:40 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by N1CKW0LF » September 9th, 2020, 1:56 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Decided to list these separately. Looking to sell some wine to help free up cash during this time. Case of DeLille for $900 (WS low for the case is...

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Last post by N1CKW0LF
September 24th, 2020, 11:40 am
central coast GSM vs. Rhone

Last post by Dave McCloskey « September 24th, 2020, 11:29 am
Posted in Wine 101: The Basics
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by Craig e » August 12th, 2020, 11:08 pm » in Wine 101: The Basics

Newbie question.

I had a Chateauneuf du pape. Loved it.

Through my research, I discovered that a lot of Rhone style wines are made in the Central...

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Last post by Dave McCloskey
September 24th, 2020, 11:29 am
Some things you have learned about wine drinking?

Last post by Dave McCloskey « September 24th, 2020, 11:27 am
Posted in Wine 101: The Basics
Replies: 16
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 Dave McCloskey
September 24th, 2020, 11:27 am
We've set aside 5 sets of this Cab 08v horizontal for Berserkers

Last post by Constance Savage « September 24th, 2020, 10:50 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
Replies: 2
by Constance Savage » September 24th, 2020, 10:05 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Hi guys - I am not a super-active Berserker, but instead an admirer of Berserkers (aka a lurker). As GM here at L'Ecole in Walla Walla, we've...

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Last post by Constance Savage
September 24th, 2020, 10:50 am
The Garagiste Thread (The Great Enabler) Back to Life

Last post by Brian Glas « September 24th, 2020, 10:05 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Yoni O v a d i a » January 27th, 2009, 1:38 pm » in Wine Talk
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Someone else started on the last Berserker forum, so I figured I'd get it going over here....

Anyone biting on the 2004 Le Ragnaie Brunello di...
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Last post by Brian Glas
September 24th, 2020, 10:05 am
How did you start your wine collection/cellar?

Last post by Paul McCourt « September 24th, 2020, 9:21 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 73
by G. Curd » September 19th, 2020, 8:03 am » in Wine Talk
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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 Paul McCourt
September 24th, 2020, 9:21 am
08` Cristal and 96` Williams Selyem Allen Pinot

Last post by Blake Brown « September 24th, 2020, 9:20 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Blake Brown » September 22nd, 2020, 8:51 am » in Wine Talk

To celebrate the lovely woman, we enjoyed another wonderful dinner at our local fav, the Stonehouse restaurant located in the classic luxury resort,...

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Last post by Blake Brown
September 24th, 2020, 9:20 am
2018 Harlan Estate + 2017 Harlan Maiden

Last post by Jim Clary « September 24th, 2020, 8:19 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 27
by Frank Z » September 22nd, 2020, 10:51 am » in Wine Talk

First time receiving an offer from such a “cult” winery... Not surprised by the price, but just wanted an opinion from people - are the new Harlan...

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Last post by Jim Clary
September 24th, 2020, 8:19 am
Allocations Ranked Against Each Other

Last post by Robert.A.Jr. « September 24th, 2020, 7:51 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 19
by Matthew P » September 23rd, 2020, 3:10 pm » in Wine Talk

Apologize for just another allocation thread, but wondered what some more knowledgeable viewpoints might be on several allocations I'm currently...

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Last post by Robert.A.Jr.
September 24th, 2020, 7:51 am
William & Mary - September 22nd!

Last post by Brian Tuite « September 24th, 2020, 7:34 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 150
by joejolesch » September 15th, 2020, 9:41 am » in Wine Talk
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Just hit my inbox! Shifflett Ranch, Proprietary Red, and new Napa Valley designation drop next week at 9a PST Tuesday, 9/22. So excited for this one!
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Last post by Brian Tuite
September 24th, 2020, 7:34 am
TN: 2016 Hofgut Falkenstein Niedermenniger Herrenberg Riesling Kabinett feinherb

Last post by Doug Sher « September 24th, 2020, 6:59 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by D@vid Bu3ker » September 23rd, 2020, 4:43 pm » in Wine Talk

2016 Hofgut Falkenstein Niedermenniger Herrenberg Riesling Kabinett feinherb - Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer (9/23/2020)
Impeccable balance, vibrant...

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Last post by Doug Sher
September 24th, 2020, 6:59 am
Zoom event w/Rioja producer Javier Arizcuren 9/23

Last post by Greg Kramer « September 24th, 2020, 6:41 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Greg Kramer » September 16th, 2020, 7:03 am » in Wine Talk

Javier Arizcuren is a reactionary rebel, championing the truly indigenous varieties of Rioja Baja (or Oriental). So, instead of Tempranillo, he works...

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Last post by Greg Kramer
September 24th, 2020, 6:41 am
What BEER are you drinking?

Last post by Timothy Wilson « September 24th, 2020, 6:40 am
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Brian G r a f s t r o m » December 13th, 2009, 10:28 am » in Beer and Spirits
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New Belgium -- Wild Ale (Lips of Faith series)
Bear Republic -- Racer 5 IPA
Stone -- Arrogant Bastard
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Last post by Timothy Wilson
September 24th, 2020, 6:40 am
Any Star Wars collectors out there?

Last post by Mark Golodetz « September 24th, 2020, 5:49 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Mark Golodetz » September 24th, 2020, 5:49 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

COVID gave us a chance to do a massive clean out. Going through through all the stuff, we found an unopened boxed watch from episode 1, a pit droid...

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Last post by Mark Golodetz
September 24th, 2020, 5:49 am
TN: 2016 Haden Fig Freedom Hill PN

Last post by Dennis Atick « September 24th, 2020, 3:03 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mich@el Ch@ng » September 23rd, 2020, 7:26 pm » in Wine Talk

Random bottle I got from envoyer awhile back. Very nice drink, difficult to distinguish from burg blind. Nice red fruits on the palate with nice...

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Last post by Dennis Atick
September 24th, 2020, 3:03 am
TN: 2017 Alain Graillot Crozes-Hermitage

Last post by CraigT « September 23rd, 2020, 9:39 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 15
by Kent Comley » September 8th, 2020, 4:04 pm » in Wine Talk

This wine has a bit of a cult following in Australia and is not easy to procure, but given the current lock down in Victoria, some wines are easier...

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Last post by CraigT
September 23rd, 2020, 9:39 pm
Which Producer other than...

Last post by emile bond « September 23rd, 2020, 9:29 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by emile bond » September 23rd, 2020, 8:08 pm » in Wine Talk

Faiveley owns both Musigny and La Combe d’Orveau 1er Cru?

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Last post by emile bond
September 23rd, 2020, 9:29 pm
Which is your favorite German brewed Marzen Oktoberfest bier?

Last post by K.C0LBURN « September 23rd, 2020, 9:28 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Steven Miller » September 19th, 2020, 4:55 pm » in Beer and Spirits

It's that time of year. Which ones are you stocking up on?

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Last post by K.C0LBURN
September 23rd, 2020, 9:28 pm
TN: 2017 A. et P. de Villaine Rully 1er Cru Gresigny Blanc

Last post by Jeremy Holmes « September 23rd, 2020, 9:19 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Jeremy Holmes » September 23rd, 2020, 9:19 pm » in Wine Talk

A wisp of smoke and plenty of ripe orchard fruits to the aroma. There's some honeysuckle too. It is full and rich, with a sappy feel and fresh...

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Last post by Jeremy Holmes
September 23rd, 2020, 9:19 pm
Robert Dentice - German Wine's Radical Love Machine

Last post by Brent C l a y t o n « September 23rd, 2020, 6:36 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian S t o t t e r » September 22nd, 2020, 7:22 am » in Wine Talk

Saw this on Robert soilpimp Dentice's IG this morning. Fun interview about how he got into German wine and what projects are going on right now,...

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Last post by Brent C l a y t o n
September 23rd, 2020, 6:36 pm
TN: 2005 Le Vieux Donjon Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Last post by Kris Patten « September 23rd, 2020, 6:28 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by B. Buzzini » September 23rd, 2020, 4:09 pm » in Wine Talk

2005 Le Vieux Donjon Châteauneuf-du-Pape - France, Rhône, Southern Rhône, Châteauneuf-du-Pape (9/23/2020)
Fantastic red berry fruits...kirsch...

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Last post by Kris Patten
September 23rd, 2020, 6:28 pm
Low on daily drinkers...Best QPR wines available online today

Last post by Arv R « September 23rd, 2020, 6:06 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by AdamK » September 19th, 2015, 2:28 pm » in Wine Talk
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Looking for a few suggestions for some QPR's available online today...

Please, if possible, list...
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Last post by Arv R
September 23rd, 2020, 6:06 pm
Retailers' e-mails that caused me to guffaw

Last post by Jim Stewart « September 23rd, 2020, 5:48 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Morris » September 21st, 2020, 5:02 pm » in Wine Talk
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Let me kick off with this from Ian McFadden at Crush this week:

Today, I'm happy to offer Coche-Dury's 2015 Bourgogne Aligoté for $199.95 , the...
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Last post by Jim Stewart
September 23rd, 2020, 5:48 pm
Underrated Burgundy Vintages

Last post by Yao C « September 23rd, 2020, 5:44 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 Yao C
September 23rd, 2020, 5:44 pm
Any recommended Wine Clubs for more novice drinkers?

Last post by scott davis « September 23rd, 2020, 5:18 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Kevin Patrick » September 21st, 2020, 7:25 am » in Wine Talk

I'd imagine most of this crowd gets their wine direct from the winery but I occasionally am asked about recommended Wine Clubs for more novice...

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Last post by scott davis
September 23rd, 2020, 5:18 pm
Vegas auction house or seller?

Last post by Matt Latuchie « September 23rd, 2020, 4:42 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 5
by Degarmo.j » September 22nd, 2020, 2:29 pm » in Wine Talk

Trying to find a auction house or reseller for some wine a friend is trying to sell. I’ve tried googling and haven’t found anything and wondering if...

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Last post by Matt Latuchie
September 23rd, 2020, 4:42 pm
TN: 2016 Martin Müllen Trarbacher Hühnerberg Riesling Spätlese trocken ** '3te Terrasse'

Last post by Brian S t o t t e r « September 23rd, 2020, 3:22 pm
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by Brian S t o t t e r » September 23rd, 2020, 3:04 pm » in Wine Talk

2016 Martin Müllen Trarbacher Hühnerberg Riesling Spätlese trocken ** '3te Terrasse' - Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer (9/23/2020)
Poured into a Zalto...

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Last post by Brian S t o t t e r
September 23rd, 2020, 3:22 pm
TN: 2001 Arcadian Pinot Noir Pisoni Vineyard

Last post by Dennis Atick « September 23rd, 2020, 2:31 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Doug Lee » May 13th, 2017, 8:34 am » in Wine Talk

2001 Arcadian Pinot Noir Pisoni Vineyard - USA, California, Central Coast, Santa Lucia Highlands (5/13/2017)
Red ruby color. Full-blown nose of...

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Last post by Dennis Atick
September 23rd, 2020, 2:31 pm
Post your favorite wine "autocorrects"

Last post by Jayson Cohen « September 23rd, 2020, 1:59 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian S t o t t e r » September 12th, 2020, 10:37 am » in Wine Talk

Was texting with David Dyroff about buying some Hofgut Falkenstein, who mentioned a particular retailer had the speed laser find Herb (spatlese...

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Last post by Jayson Cohen
September 23rd, 2020, 1:59 pm
New house, new wine room, cooling questions!

Last post by Mike Davila « September 23rd, 2020, 1:29 pm
Posted in Wine 101: The Basics
Replies: 9
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 Mike Davila
September 23rd, 2020, 1:29 pm
2016 Biggio Hamina Cellars Claygate vineyard Pinot noir

Last post by Todd Hamina « September 23rd, 2020, 1:22 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 23rd, 2020, 1:22 pm
FS: Wine and War (book) [SOLD]

Last post by Ken B r o w n « September 23rd, 2020, 1:19 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Ken B r o w n » September 22nd, 2020, 11:17 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Wine and War: The French, the Nazis, and the Battle for France's Greatest Treasure by Donald Kladstrup
Condition of the book: Used - Good to Very...

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Last post by Ken B r o w n
September 23rd, 2020, 1:19 pm
Tement - Any fans?

Last post by AndyK « September 23rd, 2020, 12:26 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Robert M yers » September 21st, 2020, 7:29 pm » in Wine Talk

I’ve read snippets about the winery over the years, so I took a flyer on 3/4 case (mostly Sauvignon Blanc but a couple Chardonnay) Does anybody have...

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Last post by AndyK
September 23rd, 2020, 12:26 pm
It's critic bingo! (Dept. of Neologisms)

Last post by John Morris « September 23rd, 2020, 11:32 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Morris » April 13th, 2017, 10:41 am » in Wine Talk
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Pity the poor wine critic. So many wines, so few words.

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

The 2012 Barolo...
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Last post by John Morris
September 23rd, 2020, 11:32 am
Order reneged: getwineonline

Last post by Mike C. « September 23rd, 2020, 11:31 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 22
by alan weinberg » September 22nd, 2020, 8:19 am » in Wine Talk

Order acknowledged Sep 5. Noted that credit card not charged till shipped. Today they reneged, more than 2 weeks later. Cross this store off the...

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Last post by Mike C.
September 23rd, 2020, 11:31 am
TN: 2018 Walter Scott Cuvée Anne Chardonnay

Last post by Sean S y d n e y « September 23rd, 2020, 10:43 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Sean S y d n e y » September 22nd, 2020, 5:15 pm » in Wine Talk

The nose is smoky and flinty in the modern style of white Burgundy from good producers, and there's also a really attractive salted caramel-covered...

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Last post by Sean S y d n e y
September 23rd, 2020, 10:43 am
2012 Peter Lauer „Schonfels„ Fass 11 GG

Last post by Barry L i p t o n « September 23rd, 2020, 10:40 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 15
by Martin Zwick » September 22nd, 2020, 12:51 am » in Wine Talk

2012 Peter Lauer „Schonfels„ Fass 11 GG

What a beauty. Such subtle, sublime, delicate with a strong floral attitude and in the finish a juicy...

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Last post by Barry L i p t o n
September 23rd, 2020, 10:40 am
Latest Wine Spectator Issue

Last post by Marshall Manning « September 23rd, 2020, 9:47 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 5
by Romain Machacek » September 20th, 2020, 2:18 pm » in Wine Talk

I just received the latest Wine Spectator in the mail. It includes reviews for Washington wine by Tim Fish. Notably absent were reviews for Quilceda...

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Last post by Marshall Manning
September 23rd, 2020, 9:47 am
Is there a better Halloween wine than EMH Black Cat ?

Last post by Merrill Lindquist « September 23rd, 2020, 7:20 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 30
by F.Daner » October 31st, 2019, 11:21 am » in Wine Talk

Not in my cellar

2009 EMH Black Cat open and in the decanter. Already smells wonderful.

What are you drinking tonight ?

Happy Halloween...

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Last post by Merrill Lindquist
September 23rd, 2020, 7:20 am
Winery Visits Near Bedrock?

Last post by Karen Troisi « September 23rd, 2020, 6:37 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 14
by Benjamin Hand » September 8th, 2020, 3:49 pm » in Wine Talk

Having recently moved to the Bay Area, I'm finally going to make it to Bedrock for a tasting on the 17th of September. I'd like to try and schedule...

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Last post by Karen Troisi
September 23rd, 2020, 6:37 am
Turley 2018 Fall Release

Last post by Mark Morrissette « September 23rd, 2020, 6:22 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 31
by Gabe Berk » August 25th, 2020, 8:24 am » in Wine Talk

Just came out. Very excited to try some of these wines as I have heard for quite some time that the 2018's are incredible across the board. From...

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Last post by Mark Morrissette
September 23rd, 2020, 6:22 am
Bevan 2018 Bordeaux Release

Last post by blarmston « September 23rd, 2020, 5:47 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Gabe Berk » June 3rd, 2020, 12:01 pm » in Wine Talk

2018 is going to be a pretty exceptional vintage for Napa Cabernet. Russell Bevan's release opened up today. One of the better deals that I've been...

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Last post by blarmston
September 23rd, 2020, 5:47 am
Anyone tried any of these recently?

Last post by dvansteenderen « September 23rd, 2020, 2:30 am
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by dvansteenderen » September 22nd, 2020, 2:08 pm » in Wine Talk

Thinking of buying these wines below for my personal cellar (to drink over the coming year).

So I was wondering if anyone tried any of these wines...

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Last post by dvansteenderen
September 23rd, 2020, 2:30 am
TN: 2018 Tatomer Riesling Steinhugel (USA, California, Central Coast, Santa Maria Valley)

Last post by Nathan Smyth « September 22nd, 2020, 10:01 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 4
by Adam Frisch » July 22nd, 2020, 7:35 pm » in Wine Talk

2018 Tatomer Riesling Steinhugel - USA, California, Central Coast, Santa Maria Valley (7/22/2020)
Green things on the nose, but edging towards...

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Last post by Nathan Smyth
September 22nd, 2020, 10:01 pm
WTF happened to my scotch?

Last post by Paul Fountain « September 22nd, 2020, 9:34 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
Replies: 19
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 Paul Fountain
September 22nd, 2020, 9:34 pm
Couple of fancy-schmancy PN's: Ceritas, Patricia Green, Failla

Last post by Adam Frisch « September 22nd, 2020, 8:36 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 2
by Adam Frisch » September 22nd, 2020, 10:45 am » in Wine Talk

I've not drunk that much PN recently, but our fellow hunkering-down neighbors invited us for a roasted chicken and I thought it was a good...

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Last post by Adam Frisch
September 22nd, 2020, 8:36 pm
Question on Eurocave Placement

Last post by EricJ « September 22nd, 2020, 8:29 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 18
by EricJ » September 19th, 2020, 1:36 pm » in Wine Talk

I'm getting ready to purchase a Artevnio III and I'm trying to figure out where I'm going to put it. I have two options and neither of them are...

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Last post by EricJ
September 22nd, 2020, 8:29 pm
Six pack low-dosage champagnes

Last post by Andrew M « September 22nd, 2020, 7:55 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Andrew M » September 19th, 2020, 1:09 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

WS Low / Sell For
2014 Marguet Crayeres 100 / 80
NV Georges Laval Cumieres 98 / 60
2013 Marie Courtin Allegeance 154 / 80
2014 Marie Courtin...

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Last post by Andrew M
September 22nd, 2020, 7:55 pm
A Few Recent Tastes XXVIII

Last post by Marc_Hanes « September 22nd, 2020, 6:57 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Marc_Hanes » September 22nd, 2020, 6:57 pm » in Wine Talk

2018 Henschke Tempranillo Eden Valley Stone Jar. Ruby-purple throughout, a shade darker than expected, spotless with a high shine to the surface....

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Last post by Marc_Hanes
September 22nd, 2020, 6:57 pm
Best deal/coupon for on-line wine shopping.

Last post by Ken B r o w n « September 22nd, 2020, 6:32 pm
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Last post by Ken B r o w n
September 22nd, 2020, 6:32 pm
TN: 1999 Bodegas Riojanas Rioja Monte Real Reserva (Spain, La Rioja, Rioja)

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « September 22nd, 2020, 6:22 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by D@vid Bu3ker » September 22nd, 2020, 4:26 pm » in Wine Talk

1999 Bodegas Riojanas Rioja Monte Real Reserva - Spain, La Rioja, Rioja (9/22/2020)
Spur of the moment to open this, and it was quite the moment. At...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
September 22nd, 2020, 6:22 pm
MacDonald release is imminent!!!

Last post by NED VALOIS « September 22nd, 2020, 5:57 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 NED VALOIS
September 22nd, 2020, 5:57 pm
La Rata

Last post by jjarosz « September 22nd, 2020, 5:47 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Michael Davidson » September 23rd, 2015, 9:04 pm » in Wine Talk

Multiple pages of Cayuse, and no one's talking about La Rata?

Anyone tried it?

Assistant winemaker at Cayuse, grenache/cab blend from Cayuse...

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Last post by jjarosz
September 22nd, 2020, 5:47 pm
What Bedrock wine are you drinking tonight?

Last post by Steve Gautier « September 22nd, 2020, 5:08 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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There seems to be a lot of love for Bedrock wine on this board that i figured we could probably start a thread devoted to which one you opened...
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Last post by Steve Gautier
September 22nd, 2020, 5:08 pm
Ross Weissman - Fantastic Seller!

Last post by Nick M e n i l l o « September 22nd, 2020, 4:46 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner Feedback

by Nick M e n i l l o » September 22nd, 2020, 4:46 pm » in Commerce Corner Feedback

Bought a case of wine from Ross Weissman recently. Consistent with other feedback I've seen on the forum, Ross is a fantastic seller. Buy with...

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Last post by Nick M e n i l l o
September 22nd, 2020, 4:46 pm
TN: 2011 Saxum Bone Rock James Berry Vineyard

Last post by M. Dildine « September 22nd, 2020, 4:22 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by M. Dildine » September 22nd, 2020, 4:22 pm » in Wine Talk

2011 Saxum Bone Rock James Berry Vineyard - USA, California, Central Coast, Paso Robles (9/22/2020)
15.3% abv. Very dark ruby, extremely expressive...

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Last post by M. Dildine
September 22nd, 2020, 4:22 pm
Which Cailloux to bring?

Last post by markjchambers « September 22nd, 2020, 4:13 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 6
by markjchambers » September 20th, 2020, 9:44 pm » in Wine Talk

I'm supposed to bring a Cayuse wine to a WA syrah tasting. I have 2009-2017 Cailloux and I haven't touched any so I don't know which are drinking the...

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September 22nd, 2020, 4:13 pm

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