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Wine rack table -216 bottle - Chicago area- pending

Last post by b. c@stner « April 22nd, 2019, 3:12 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by b. c@stner » April 8th, 2019, 9:27 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Prepping to put a For Sale sign in the front yard...ugh.
I've had this quite awhile and it has a ding or two but is certainly functional. Redwood I...

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Last post by b. c@stner
April 22nd, 2019, 3:12 pm
Johannesburg Wine Bars

Last post by Ron Slye « April 22nd, 2019, 3:03 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Ron Slye » April 22nd, 2019, 3:03 pm » in Wine Talk

I am going to be in Joburg for a few days in a couple of weeks. I might not have much free time, but if I do, is there a good wine bar you would...

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Last post by Ron Slye
April 22nd, 2019, 3:03 pm
Sociando Mallet 2001 and Armailhac 2004

Last post by Julian Marshall « April 22nd, 2019, 2:33 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Julian Marshall » April 22nd, 2019, 6:42 am » in Wine Talk

A couple of good wines this weekend:

Sociando Mallet 2001

Promising nose of blackberry and pencil shavings with a hint of menthol. In the mouth,...

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Last post by Julian Marshall
April 22nd, 2019, 2:33 pm
New York City Restaurants

Last post by mark rudner « April 22nd, 2019, 2:23 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by Robert Dentice » February 5th, 2014, 1:50 pm » in Epicurean Exploits
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I thought I would start a thread dedicated to NYC restaurants.

2013 has been the best year for restaurant openings since 2004. And this expansion...
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Last post by mark rudner
April 22nd, 2019, 2:23 pm
2013 LaRue pinot

Last post by Brian Gilp « April 22nd, 2019, 1:48 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mike S. » April 22nd, 2019, 1:18 pm » in Wine Talk

The 2013 Riice Spivak pinot noir. The nose is seductive, lush rich cherry and flowers. The wine is a bit on the lush, full side of pinot for me. This...

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Last post by Brian Gilp
April 22nd, 2019, 1:48 pm
Bartolo Mascarello Barolo : 2013/2004 verticale (all magnums)

Last post by Laurent Gibet « April 22nd, 2019, 12:32 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Laurent Gibet » April 9th, 2019, 5:32 am » in Wine Talk

Barolo Mascarello en verticale (magnums) – 5 April 2019

2013 : 17/20+
Vin distingué, avec tous les attributs aromatiques et structurels d’un...

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Last post by Laurent Gibet
April 22nd, 2019, 12:32 pm
Lunch with 16 Bordeaux, 1 standout and 10 not so good/ flawed wines on a beautiful day

Last post by Nick Christie « April 22nd, 2019, 12:21 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Blake Brown » April 21st, 2019, 11:38 pm » in Wine Talk

It`s rare that I experience a wine event where there are more than a couple of “off” wines, if any at all, but our most recent monthly lunch group`s...

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Last post by Nick Christie
April 22nd, 2019, 12:21 pm
(SOLD)

Last post by BlaineRyanHunt « April 22nd, 2019, 11:55 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by BlaineRyanHunt » April 22nd, 2019, 11:55 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

I am selling two bottles of 2011 Dujac Clos de la Roche. Stored in temp-controlled cellar since release. Lots of board references. $340 per bottle,...

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Last post by BlaineRyanHunt
April 22nd, 2019, 11:55 am
TN: 1990 Tertre Rôteboeuf (France, Bordeaux, Libournais, St. Émilion Grand Cru)

Last post by Gerhard P. « April 22nd, 2019, 11:51 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Larry Link » April 21st, 2019, 9:38 pm » in Wine Talk

1990 Tertre Rôteboeuf - France, Bordeaux, Libournais, St. Émilion Grand Cru (4/21/2019)
Popped and poured. Reddish brown color. Spicy nose, I’m...

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Last post by Gerhard P.
April 22nd, 2019, 11:51 am
Vosne-Romanee CLOS GOILLOTTE .... what? ...

Last post by Gerhard P. « April 22nd, 2019, 11:37 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Robert Sand » April 22nd, 2019, 1:20 am » in Wine Talk

If you haven´t noticed yet: the prices for the Village monopole
Vosne-Romanée CLOS GOILLOTTE
property of Domaine Prieuré-Roch
have skyrocked since...

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Last post by Gerhard P.
April 22nd, 2019, 11:37 am
New York City, aka Manhattan and the boroughs BYO

Last post by Dan Hammer « April 22nd, 2019, 11:11 am
Posted in BYO Forum - Wine at Restaurants
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Welcome to the New York City , aka Manhattan and the boroughs, BYO forum.

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

edit 2/26/14...
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Last post by Dan Hammer
April 22nd, 2019, 11:11 am
TN: 2013 Ultramarine Blanc de Blancs Heintz Vineyard Sonoma Coast

Last post by Dennis Atick « April 22nd, 2019, 10:15 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Dennis Atick » April 22nd, 2019, 8:37 am » in Wine Talk

Sad to see my last bottle go, but it is nice to go out on top!

2013 Ultramarine Blanc de Blancs Heintz Vineyard Sonoma Coast - USA, California,...

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Last post by Dennis Atick
April 22nd, 2019, 10:15 am
TN: 2015 L'Ecole No. 41 Ferguson Vineyard

Last post by Dale McClaran « April 22nd, 2019, 9:55 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by Dale McClaran » April 22nd, 2019, 9:55 am » in Wine Talk

2015 L'Ecole No. 41 Ferguson Vineyard - USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley (4/22/2019)
Decanted 6 hrs. I hadn’t had a L’Ecole 41...

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Last post by Dale McClaran
April 22nd, 2019, 9:55 am
TN: 2012 Williams-Selyem Pinot Noir Ferrington

Last post by Anton D « April 22nd, 2019, 9:39 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Scott E. » April 22nd, 2019, 9:05 am » in Wine Talk

Popped and poured and let it catch some air in the glass for about 30 minutes. Color was a real pretty ruby - almost translucent. Nose was a knockout...

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Last post by Anton D
April 22nd, 2019, 9:39 am
Chart of Bordeaux temperatures rising

Last post by John Morris « April 22nd, 2019, 9:27 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Morris » April 22nd, 2019, 7:03 am » in Wine Talk

Some food for thought (or drink). Here's a chart that the American Association Association of Wine Economists just tweeted out . (This will...

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Last post by John Morris
April 22nd, 2019, 9:27 am
2004 Mouton Rothschild Mag(REDUCED)

Last post by Michael Fess « April 22nd, 2019, 9:15 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Michael Fess » April 18th, 2019, 10:25 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

$1275 shipping cost is at buyers expense.
Perfect fill level.
Slight damage to back label, can provide pictures.

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Last post by Michael Fess
April 22nd, 2019, 9:15 am
Should you buy most of your wine from one place?

Last post by Jason T « April 22nd, 2019, 9:02 am
Posted in Wine 101: The Basics
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by Geoff F. » April 21st, 2019, 11:15 pm » in Wine 101: The Basics

I currently buy my wine from a variety of sources, both in-person and over the internet. A colleague of mine has recommended that I consider...

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Last post by Jason T
April 22nd, 2019, 9:02 am
TN: Iuli Natalin Grignolino NV...(short/boring)

Last post by TomHill « April 22nd, 2019, 8:56 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by TomHill » April 22nd, 2019, 8:56 am » in Wine Talk

We had this w/ our Easter ham on Sat night:
1. Iuli Natalin VinoRosso (13.5%; 100% Grignolino; www.Iuli.It; Indie Wines Imports) Iuli...

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Last post by TomHill
April 22nd, 2019, 8:56 am
TN: Two Italian Whites O'er The Weekend..(short/boring)

Last post by TomHill « April 22nd, 2019, 8:27 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by TomHill » April 22nd, 2019, 8:27 am » in Wine Talk

Susan & I tried these two over the weekend:
1. elios Modus Bibendi Grillo IGP: Terre Siciliane (12%; www.EliosFood.It; Fruit of the...

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Last post by TomHill
April 22nd, 2019, 8:27 am
Does Cognac eventually go bad ?

Last post by Eric Egan « April 22nd, 2019, 8:00 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Alan Eden » April 19th, 2019, 9:43 am » in Wine Talk

I know that Cognac and Scotch dont age as such in the bottle but at what point do they start to fall apart ? ie if you have a 50 year old cognac how...

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Last post by Eric Egan
April 22nd, 2019, 8:00 am
TN: Buzz Special - 2007 Mondavi Fume Blanc To-Kalon Reserve

Last post by Kris Patten « April 22nd, 2019, 6:49 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Kris Patten » April 20th, 2019, 9:47 pm » in Wine Talk

Made dinner tonight, fish piccatta, and dug this up in the cellar.

Poured with a young pale straw and has a beguiling nose of meyer lemon, pink...

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Last post by Kris Patten
April 22nd, 2019, 6:49 am
TN: NV Caves des Hautes-Cotes Crémant de Bourgogne Victorine de Chastenay (great QPR)

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « April 22nd, 2019, 6:01 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by D@vid Bu3ker » April 22nd, 2019, 4:45 am » in Wine Talk

NV Caves des Hautes-Cotes Crémant de Bourgogne Victorine de Chastenay - France, Burgundy, Crémant de Bourgogne (4/20/2019)
Fresh, clean, apple and...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
April 22nd, 2019, 6:01 am
Wine Refrigerator

Last post by Victor Hong « April 22nd, 2019, 5:17 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 8
by Mark Senn » February 15th, 2013, 10:36 am » in Wine Talk

Having moved from the suburbs to the city, I had to give up the dedicated wine cellar in the basement and now shopping for a wine fridge. I know the...

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Last post by Victor Hong
April 22nd, 2019, 5:17 am
TN: 2010 Biggio-Hamina Riesling Amity Vineyard

Last post by Jason T « April 22nd, 2019, 5:12 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Richard T r i m p i » April 21st, 2019, 1:34 pm » in Wine Talk

2010 Biggio-Hamina Riesling Amity Vineyard

The 2010 Amity vineyard Riesling was a swan song for us. When I worked at Archery Summit for Gary...

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Last post by Jason T
April 22nd, 2019, 5:12 am
Odd recent palate sensation

Last post by Victor Hong « April 22nd, 2019, 4:56 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Victor Hong » April 21st, 2019, 6:06 pm » in Wine Talk

Recently, many red wines, of which I am quite familiar as having low acidity and very ample (but not too much) ripeness, have begun to seem somewhat...

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Last post by Victor Hong
April 22nd, 2019, 4:56 am
BIG OFFERING: Barthod, Bertheau, Faiveley, Jadot, Lignier, Cappellano, Cavallotto, More

Last post by Sh@n A « April 22nd, 2019, 4:42 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Sh@n A » March 27th, 2019, 8:43 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

3 bottle minimum, with a preference for buyers who purchase more .

Buyer is responsible for shipping and takes ownership after payment. No sales...

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Last post by Sh@n A
April 22nd, 2019, 4:42 am
Wine list/prices at troisgros?

Last post by Russell Faulkner « April 21st, 2019, 11:33 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by p. raghib » April 21st, 2019, 6:05 pm » in Wine Talk

Anyone been to troisgros recently? I’m curious about recent experiences and how you found the wine list.

Thanks
-paul

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Last post by Russell Faulkner
April 21st, 2019, 11:33 pm
TN: 2014 Domaine Michel Niellon Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chaumées Clos de la Truffière

Last post by William Kelley « April 21st, 2019, 10:37 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 40
by dcornutt » March 15th, 2019, 5:30 pm » in Wine Talk

2014 Domaine Michel Niellon Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chaumées Clos de la Truffière - France, Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Chassagne-Montrachet...

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Last post by William Kelley
April 21st, 2019, 10:37 pm
William Gladstone-Thanks

Last post by NED VALOIS « April 21st, 2019, 8:56 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by NED VALOIS » April 21st, 2019, 8:56 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Mr Gladstone was able to deliver a surprise a single bottle of champagne to a craftsman in Hawaii for me. champagne.gif

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Last post by NED VALOIS
April 21st, 2019, 8:56 pm
TN: 2011 Chicago 'Riesling Summit"

Last post by Arv R « April 21st, 2019, 8:49 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by David_T » August 19th, 2011, 10:38 pm » in Wine Talk

About eight of us who are mostly active on the WLTV forum got together in Chicago two weeks ago for what we dubbed a Riesling Summit . With 17...

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Last post by Arv R
April 21st, 2019, 8:49 pm
Joseph Roty Charmes Chambertin 1997: ouch!

Last post by Mark Golodetz « April 21st, 2019, 8:38 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mark Golodetz » April 20th, 2019, 8:14 pm » in Wine Talk

This was very disappointing. The color was quite deep, the nose had fruit, but the oak was extremely intrusive. The new wood showed also on the...

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Last post by Mark Golodetz
April 21st, 2019, 8:38 pm
FS: 2018 George T. Stagg - BTAC

Last post by Jeannean/Ryman « April 21st, 2019, 6:42 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by CraigE. » March 31st, 2019, 8:49 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Looking to sell my 2018 George T. Stagg from the BTAC collection, $450 shipped and it is yours.

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Last post by Jeannean/Ryman
April 21st, 2019, 6:42 pm
Recommendation for Passover wines

Last post by tcavallo « April 21st, 2019, 6:24 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by EHeffner » March 30th, 2018, 6:24 am » in Wine Talk

Any recommendations for Kosher for Passover wines? My grandparents usually serve Manischevitz so I like to pick up a bottle or two to bring

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Last post by tcavallo
April 21st, 2019, 6:24 pm
Has Anyone Been Drinking BerserkerDay Wines Lately?

Last post by Jeff Bloom « April 21st, 2019, 6:23 pm
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 Jeff Bloom
April 21st, 2019, 6:23 pm
Oregon pinot vintage update?

Last post by Scott Brunson « April 21st, 2019, 5:27 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by rfelthoven » January 18th, 2019, 8:51 pm » in Wine Talk
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I'm curious how all you fellow Oregon pinot noir drinkers are finding the vintages from the last decade or so, and what you're drinking.

Starting...
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Last post by Scott Brunson
April 21st, 2019, 5:27 pm
VIRAGE Napa Valley - Right Bank Built to Age - RAID MY LIBRARY @25-35% discount +375's!

Last post by Dave McIsaac « April 21st, 2019, 5:23 pm
Posted in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
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by Emily Richer » January 25th, 2019, 4:47 pm » in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
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My 6th BDay!! Welcome to a cooler corner of Napa Valley. Right-Bank Bordeaux Style blends from optimally-ripened fruit in volcanic soils, aging...
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Last post by Dave McIsaac
April 21st, 2019, 5:23 pm
TN: 2012 Bedrock Wine Co. Syrah Exposition Three Weill Vineyard

Last post by AlexS « April 21st, 2019, 4:55 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by D@vid Bu3ker » April 20th, 2019, 12:39 pm » in Wine Talk

2012 Bedrock Wine Co. Syrah Exposition Three Weill Vineyard - USA, California, Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley (4/19/2019)
Popped and poured at a...

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Last post by AlexS
April 21st, 2019, 4:55 pm
GrapeCollective: Slovenian Wines

Last post by TomHill « April 21st, 2019, 4:55 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by TomHill » April 21st, 2019, 4:55 pm » in Wine Talk

A rather interesting article by ChristopherBarnes in GrapeCollective:
SlovenianWines

Mostly it's an interview w/ MartinGruzovin of the...

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Last post by TomHill
April 21st, 2019, 4:55 pm
A few stellar Chambolle's

Last post by john stimson « April 21st, 2019, 4:47 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 3
by john stimson » April 21st, 2019, 11:08 am » in Wine Talk

I have been under some pressure by a specific group member to publish notes (I didn't take notes) on a not so recent tasting of Chambolle wines. The...

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Last post by john stimson
April 21st, 2019, 4:47 pm
J-C Ramonet Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Clos du Cailleret

Last post by alan weinberg « April 21st, 2019, 4:15 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 2
by Barry Rothof » April 21st, 2019, 9:43 am » in Wine Talk

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Last post by alan weinberg
April 21st, 2019, 4:15 pm
Total Wine Futures - Nondelivery of '15 VCC - Happy Ending!

Last post by Jason T « April 21st, 2019, 4:10 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 135
by J.Durham » September 29th, 2018, 12:52 pm » in Wine Talk
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I thought I would pass along my experience with Total Wine Bordeaux futures. I've purchased futures for the '14, '15, and '16 vintages. I had some...
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Last post by Jason T
April 21st, 2019, 4:10 pm
TN: VioletFreres Byrrh GrandQuinquina NV...(short/boring)

Last post by TomHill « April 21st, 2019, 3:37 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by TomHill » April 21st, 2019, 3:37 pm » in Wine Talk

This strange duck showed up on the shelves at Kokoman Sat & I knew I had to try it. Us strange ducks all hang together:
1. VioletFreres Byrrh Grand...

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Last post by TomHill
April 21st, 2019, 3:37 pm
Farmer gives Napa's famed To Kalon vineyards a place in Library of Congress

Last post by Jason T « April 21st, 2019, 3:35 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by TomC » April 20th, 2019, 8:21 pm » in Wine Talk

‘MacDonald in 2017 successfully petitioned the United States Board on Geographic Names to name a creek near his house To Kalon creek. Now he has...

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Last post by Jason T
April 21st, 2019, 3:35 pm
TN: 2001 Vall Llach, Priorat

Last post by Paul Miller « April 21st, 2019, 3:33 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by A S K R O B A C K » April 12th, 2019, 4:55 pm » in Wine Talk

TN: 2001 Vall Llach, Priorat. I have found a number of Priorats that I laid down when the fad was emerging to have ended their lives in a...

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Last post by Paul Miller
April 21st, 2019, 3:33 pm
Becklyn 2012

Last post by MICHAEL C R O M W E L L « April 21st, 2019, 1:28 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 1
by Mike S. » April 20th, 2019, 6:33 pm » in Wine Talk

Becklyn 2012. This was less than expected. A simple big fruit forward wine. No spice, no acid, a one note wine. 85pts

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Last post by MICHAEL C R O M W E L L
April 21st, 2019, 1:28 pm
Wine shopping in Jerusalem

Last post by Xavier S « April 21st, 2019, 12:24 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 9
by Xavier S » April 17th, 2019, 8:41 pm » in Wine Talk

Hi all, I will be in Jerusalem for a couple of days and wanted to see if I could get recommendations on wine shops and particular wines not available...

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Last post by Xavier S
April 21st, 2019, 12:24 pm
TN: 2016 Willi Schaefer Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spätlese #5

Last post by Joseph MR « April 21st, 2019, 11:43 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Dale McClaran » April 20th, 2019, 5:57 pm » in Wine Talk

2016 Willi Schaefer Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spätlese #5 - Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer (4/20/2019)
Delivers an immediate impact of fresh papaya and...

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Last post by Joseph MR
April 21st, 2019, 11:43 am
What BEER are you drinking?

Last post by Andrew Kotowski « April 21st, 2019, 11:25 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 Andrew Kotowski
April 21st, 2019, 11:25 am
FS: Faiveley Grands Cru 2005 - cheap!!

Last post by ybarselah « April 21st, 2019, 10:41 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
Replies: 17
by ybarselah » March 6th, 2019, 7:21 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

I'm sick of looking at these in my wine fridge. all mine since release. pristine and insane QPR.

5 x 2005 Faiveley Clos Vougeot = $700 now $600!...

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Last post by ybarselah
April 21st, 2019, 10:41 am
Need 1 bottle of 2008 Shafer Hillside (Local Dallas/Fort Worth pickup preferred, but will pay for overnight shipping)

Last post by AlexO « April 21st, 2019, 10:39 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by AlexO » April 20th, 2019, 2:32 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Need 1 bottle of 2008 SHS. Happy to pay Wine-Searcher low or trade something of greater value.

It’s real short notice, but I need the bottle by...

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Last post by AlexO
April 21st, 2019, 10:39 am
Why sous vide?

Last post by K_F_o_l_e_y « April 21st, 2019, 9:55 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
Replies: 208
by PeterJ » June 20th, 2018, 11:19 am » in Epicurean Exploits
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I was given an Anova Sous Vide cooker for Father’s Day. I’d asked for it partly because of references to sous vide here, but now I’m wondering if was...
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Last post by K_F_o_l_e_y
April 21st, 2019, 9:55 am
Sassacaia, Tignanello, Scarecrow, D’yquem And more

Last post by Cary Rosner « April 21st, 2019, 9:38 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Cary Rosner » April 14th, 2019, 2:19 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Selling some wines for a friend and a well known collector based in New York. He will be back from Florida, the beginning of May and can ship wines...

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Last post by Cary Rosner
April 21st, 2019, 9:38 am
What's your house champagne?

Last post by alan weinberg « April 21st, 2019, 9:33 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 77
by mattccheung » April 16th, 2019, 3:45 pm » in Wine Talk
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My go to at home is Charles Heidsieck NV and Paul Bara Rose. Always open to expanding the list and trying new grower champagnes that don't break the...
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Last post by alan weinberg
April 21st, 2019, 9:33 am
Cork recycling day

Last post by Frank Drew « April 21st, 2019, 8:29 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Frank Murray III » April 20th, 2019, 9:57 am » in Wine Talk

The puppy was making a meal of these day after day so it was time. The bag must weigh 30 pounds. Many of you around this Board drank a number of...

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Last post by Frank Drew
April 21st, 2019, 8:29 am
Does anyone drink Sauvignon Blanc anymore?

Last post by Kirk.Grant « April 21st, 2019, 7:57 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Sc0tt F!tzger@ld » March 6th, 2014, 5:43 pm » in Wine Talk
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I used to drink a fair amount of this during the summer, but in recent years I've gravitated to other whites, rose, and lighter reds if it's on a...
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Last post by Kirk.Grant
April 21st, 2019, 7:57 am
Cameron Hughes Private Reserve

Last post by rsmithjr « April 21st, 2019, 6:56 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 170
by Greg Smith » November 4th, 2015, 11:25 am » in Wine Talk
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Cameron is out today with a 6 bottle vertical (2006-2011) from a cult producer. Looking at the description and COLA could this possibly be Harlan The...
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Last post by rsmithjr
April 21st, 2019, 6:56 am
TN: 2002 Bressler Cabernet Sauvignon (USA, California, Napa Valley, St. Helena)

Last post by J a y H a c k « April 21st, 2019, 6:56 am
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by J a y H a c k » April 21st, 2019, 6:56 am » in Wine Talk

2002 Bressler Cabernet Sauvignon - USA, California, Napa Valley, St. Helena (4/20/2019)
Obtained when first shipped from someone who bought mail...

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April 21st, 2019, 6:56 am
Dublere being sold

Last post by Jeremy C « April 21st, 2019, 5:56 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Howard Cooper » April 17th, 2019, 3:19 pm » in Wine Talk

Sad for me, hopefully happy for Blair. Really nice person and excellent winemaker. Very much enjoy his wines.

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Last post by Jeremy C
April 21st, 2019, 5:56 am
Edenic Chardonnays

Last post by Greg Mitrakas « April 21st, 2019, 5:42 am
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by Dan Kravitz » April 19th, 2019, 4:31 pm » in Wine Talk

Sometimes ya gotta pull the corks!

2010 Domaine Eden Chardonnay – Consumed three days ago. Surprisingly light gold-green color. The aromas are...

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Last post by Greg Mitrakas
April 21st, 2019, 5:42 am
TN: 2016 Domaine François Cotat (Paul & François) Sancerre Les Culs de Beaujeu

Last post by Howard Cooper « April 21st, 2019, 4:49 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 15
by B. Buzzini » March 13th, 2019, 4:11 pm » in Wine Talk

Was going to title the TN: Welcome Back Cotat ....in homage Jeremy Holmes!

2016 Domaine François Cotat (Paul & François) Sancerre Les Culs de...

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Last post by Howard Cooper
April 21st, 2019, 4:49 am
Back on the Rhone wagon again!

Last post by Ebbe Bonde Soerensen « April 21st, 2019, 2:07 am
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by Ebbe Bonde Soerensen » January 19th, 2011, 9:09 pm » in Wine Talk

Just realized that Domaine Gramenon is back on the track.Haven seen those wines for a long time, used to be a Parker fav.
Are these wines available...

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Last post by Ebbe Bonde Soerensen
April 21st, 2019, 2:07 am
TN: 2012 Comm. G.B. Burlotto Nebbiolo Langhe (Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Langhe DOC)

Last post by IlkkaL « April 20th, 2019, 11:47 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by IlkkaL » April 20th, 2019, 11:47 pm » in Wine Talk

Well I most certainly had not prepared for such fireworks from a wine I had paid 16.80 € for a few years back, even after loving their Langhe Mores a...

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Last post by IlkkaL
April 20th, 2019, 11:47 pm
Shocking finds at a Miami Costco today

Last post by jcoley3 « April 20th, 2019, 8:02 pm
Posted in Wine Pimps
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by Mark R » April 12th, 2019, 1:43 pm » in Wine Pimps

I was grabbing some everyday stuff, but shocked to find bottles of Kosta Browne RRV for $80 at the North Miami location today. Also 2016 97pt...

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Last post by jcoley3
April 20th, 2019, 8:02 pm
Red Burg, Santa Cruz Mountain Pinot and a terrific Albarino surprise

Last post by JDavisRoby « April 20th, 2019, 7:05 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Dan Kravitz » April 16th, 2019, 4:18 pm » in Wine Talk

One nice thing about wine business trips is that I sometimes get to dine at the homes of friends who do not live nearby and are not ITB. At the end...

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Last post by JDavisRoby
April 20th, 2019, 7:05 pm
FS: 2013 Coche-Dury Corton Charlemagne

Last post by alan weinberg « April 20th, 2019, 6:15 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by alan weinberg » April 6th, 2019, 8:34 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

$3400 per bottle, usual disclaimers, photos on request, bought on release and now stored at 50 degrees, two bottles available.

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Last post by alan weinberg
April 20th, 2019, 6:15 pm
German Eiswein Label Deciphering Help

Last post by Brad B a l l i n g e r « April 20th, 2019, 6:07 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brad B a l l i n g e r » April 19th, 2019, 8:47 am » in Wine Talk

Looking for Producer (and hopefully vintage) information on this wine. I know Village + Vineyard is Heppenheimer Stemmler. Photos sent by a friend,...

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Last post by Brad B a l l i n g e r
April 20th, 2019, 6:07 pm
2013 Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco Riserva Pajé

Last post by Mattstolz « April 20th, 2019, 5:37 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 30
by David_K » March 27th, 2019, 6:22 pm » in Wine Talk

It seems like there hasn't been much Produttori discussion lately, and with the 2014s starting to hit shelves I thought I'd pop one of these to see...

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Last post by Mattstolz
April 20th, 2019, 5:37 pm
BS pricing

Last post by Greg K « April 20th, 2019, 4:58 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by GregT » April 19th, 2019, 12:29 pm » in Wine Talk

Basically, they want Tokaji Aszú to be as revered as it once was. Today in the US, people think of Burgundy and Bordeaux as being the most...

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Last post by Greg K
April 20th, 2019, 4:58 pm
Poll: When should we hold Berserkerfest 10.3? Metlife Stadium, New Jersey.

Last post by cjsavino « April 20th, 2019, 4:38 pm
Posted in Offline Planner
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by J a y H a c k » April 18th, 2019, 7:43 am » in Offline Planner

Too many of you have trouble organizing matching socks in the morning, but someone has to keep the ball rolling. Please provide TWO choices in the...

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Last post by cjsavino
April 20th, 2019, 4:38 pm
Official Costco Thread

Last post by Nick F. « April 20th, 2019, 4:38 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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WTSO and Last Bottle have their threads, so time to put one up for Costco. Varies from location to location and in SF we are lucky to have the Mtn...
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Last post by Nick F.
April 20th, 2019, 4:38 pm
Anyone use a June Oven?

Last post by stevetimko « April 20th, 2019, 2:48 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits

by stevetimko » April 20th, 2019, 2:48 pm » in Epicurean Exploits

The June Oven is a high-tech intelligent oven that's supposed to recognize food you put in and know how to cook it.

Cook's Illustrated and America's...

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Last post by stevetimko
April 20th, 2019, 2:48 pm
A Bevy of Bedrocks in Milwaukee (Unicorn Sightings)

Last post by Rich Brown « April 20th, 2019, 1:59 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Rich Brown » April 19th, 2019, 8:54 am » in Wine Talk

So a few weeks back I got word that we were going to be having our national sales summit in none other than Mil-U-Wa-Kay (que Wane's World references...

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Last post by Rich Brown
April 20th, 2019, 1:59 pm
Dan Green AAAAAA ++++++

Last post by Stephen Pepe « April 20th, 2019, 12:53 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner Feedback
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by Michael Martin » April 18th, 2019, 5:04 pm » in Commerce Corner Feedback

The new owner of Jaffurs came thru big time in my CC request for older Jaffurs. Great guy.

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Last post by Stephen Pepe
April 20th, 2019, 12:53 pm
Paris-Roubaix with the Boys: 1993 Dunn HB, 1986 La Dominique, 2002 d’Armailhac, 2004 Giscours

Last post by Marc Frontario « April 20th, 2019, 10:24 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Robert.A.Jr. » April 18th, 2019, 5:01 am » in Wine Talk

MarcF and I gathered several of our cycling buddies for a replay of the famed Paris Roubaix bike race, the one race I’d want to win were I a pro....

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Last post by Marc Frontario
April 20th, 2019, 10:24 am
Lunch with Condrieu, 1975 reds and a couple of ancient Cognacs

Last post by Mark Golodetz « April 20th, 2019, 10:05 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mark Golodetz » April 19th, 2019, 9:00 am » in Wine Talk

A couple of friends came for lunch, and it was just about warm enough to have Champagne and hors d’oeuvres outside, before retiring indoors for...

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Last post by Mark Golodetz
April 20th, 2019, 10:05 am
TN: 1998 Bruno Giacosa Barolo Le Rocche del Falletto di Serralunga d'Alba

Last post by Doug Lee « April 20th, 2019, 9:59 am
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by Doug Lee » April 20th, 2019, 9:59 am » in Wine Talk

1998 Bruno Giacosa Barolo Le Rocche del Falletto di Serralunga d'Alba - Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barolo (4/20/2019)
Rusty translucent pale ruby...

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Last post by Doug Lee
April 20th, 2019, 9:59 am
Why is the level of fervor is uneven: old world versus new world palates...

Last post by larry schaffer « April 20th, 2019, 9:58 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brandon R » April 16th, 2019, 3:02 pm » in Wine Talk
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In a post over on the CT forums, someone re-posted a TN on a well-respected California Bordeaux-style blend (2012 Insignia). The original TN author...
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Last post by larry schaffer
April 20th, 2019, 9:58 am
Dig through this wine list challenge.

Last post by Doug Schulman « April 20th, 2019, 9:35 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Robert M yers » April 18th, 2019, 1:38 pm » in Wine Talk

I always enjoy living vicariously through the help with wine lists threads so I thought I’d pose one that we have upcoming.

We are heading to New...

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Last post by Doug Schulman
April 20th, 2019, 9:35 am
Hundred Acre Wraith

Last post by B Thorne « April 20th, 2019, 8:49 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Will Lewis » August 22nd, 2018, 11:42 am » in Wine Talk

So, I have been on Hundred Acres' list for a while. I passed on Wraith initially, and I can't find any real reviews of the wine. It's not being...

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Last post by B Thorne
April 20th, 2019, 8:49 am
Which Carlisle are you drinking?

Last post by Frank Murray III « April 20th, 2019, 8:31 am
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Just to keep the theme going.
Tonight I popped the Dry Creek Zin from 2012. Probably one of the more exciting DCZs I've had. Darker and richer...
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Last post by Frank Murray III
April 20th, 2019, 8:31 am
What’s this wine flaw

Last post by Todd Hamina « April 20th, 2019, 8:13 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian Gilp » April 19th, 2019, 6:14 am » in Wine Talk

I did a quick search here and elsewhere and think it’s a disulfide of some kind but not positive. Any confirmation or other ideas?

Oregon Chardonnay...

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Last post by Todd Hamina
April 20th, 2019, 8:13 am
Sending bottles home from Napa

Last post by EHeffner « April 20th, 2019, 6:37 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 36
by EHeffner » April 16th, 2019, 7:59 am » in Wine Talk

Visiting Napa for first time next month. Going to celebrate a birthday and figured it may be fun to pick up some bottles while out there to bring...

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Last post by EHeffner
April 20th, 2019, 6:37 am
Uuni2 - new pizza oven in town!

Last post by geoffpm « April 20th, 2019, 6:37 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
Replies: 31
by Martin Zwick » October 9th, 2016, 12:49 am » in Epicurean Exploits

I bought this pizza oven a few weeks ago and last week-end I made my first pizza with it. I strongly recommend Uuni2.
Yesterday I found this article...

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Last post by geoffpm
April 20th, 2019, 6:37 am
What's your average spend per Champagne bottle in your collection?

Last post by Ebbe Bonde Soerensen « April 20th, 2019, 6:35 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mark B » April 12th, 2019, 10:45 am » in Wine Talk
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Sadly, Champagne makes up the smallest part of my cellar. Currently, I'm only sitting on four bottles. I used to have 3-4ish times that amount back...
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Last post by Ebbe Bonde Soerensen
April 20th, 2019, 6:35 am
Ribeira Sacra

Last post by Ebbe Bonde Soerensen « April 20th, 2019, 6:23 am
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by Ebbe Bonde Soerensen » April 19th, 2019, 12:44 am » in Wine Talk

A fantastic area in Spain, grapes both red and white. The whites are mostly Albarino, Godello, Dona Blanca, red is Mencia, Cannonau(Grenache) plus...

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Last post by Ebbe Bonde Soerensen
April 20th, 2019, 6:23 am
TN: 2007 Patrick Lesec Châteauneuf-du-Pape Pierres Dorées

Last post by John Danza « April 20th, 2019, 5:33 am
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by John Danza » April 20th, 2019, 5:33 am » in Wine Talk

2007 Patrick Lesec Châteauneuf-du-Pape Pierres Dorées - France, Rhône, Southern Rhône, Châteauneuf-du-Pape (4/20/2019)
It's been two years since I...

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Last post by John Danza
April 20th, 2019, 5:33 am
TN: 2013 Etienne Sauzet Bourgogne Blanc (France, Burgundy, Bourgogne Blanc)

Last post by IlkkaL « April 19th, 2019, 11:20 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by IlkkaL » April 19th, 2019, 11:20 pm » in Wine Talk

Having had a few grander wines from Sauzet in the past I was looking forward to a more chiseled, acid-driven wine here. That was not the case but a...

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Last post by IlkkaL
April 19th, 2019, 11:20 pm
Ramey Pedregal 2011 cab

Last post by Mark C Johnson « April 19th, 2019, 9:53 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 1
by Alan Eden » April 19th, 2019, 5:42 pm » in Wine Talk

Another 11 Napa wine and yet again i love it. These 11’s all seem to me to taste how i think of Bordeaux’s, great mouthfeel, less fruit forward then...

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Last post by Mark C Johnson
April 19th, 2019, 9:53 pm
anyone have a copy of "Pomerol" by Neal Martin they don't need anymore?

Last post by Arv R « April 19th, 2019, 5:08 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by p. raghib » April 18th, 2019, 12:59 pm » in Wine Talk

I'm happy to buy or trade for a copy.

please pm.

thanks

-paul

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Last post by Arv R
April 19th, 2019, 5:08 pm
Wines with stamina

Last post by Joseph MR « April 19th, 2019, 4:25 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Joseph MR » April 19th, 2019, 4:25 pm » in Wine Talk

I’m enjoying a glass of 2010 Albert Mann Riesling Schlossberg from a bottle opened last weekend.
Lovely persistent floral nose, citrus and baked...

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Last post by Joseph MR
April 19th, 2019, 4:25 pm
Washington State Beer Help

Last post by Scott Tallman « April 19th, 2019, 4:14 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
Replies: 13
by ClarkstonMark » April 13th, 2019, 6:17 am » in Beer and Spirits

Looks like I will have a Sunday and Tuesday afternoon/evening in Seattle (4/28-30), and a Monday evening in Bellingham.
Alternatively I might drive...

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Last post by Scott Tallman
April 19th, 2019, 4:14 pm
FS: 2009 Morlet Family Vineyards Passionement

Last post by Chris Chew « April 19th, 2019, 3:20 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Chris Chew » April 8th, 2019, 12:45 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

12 x 2009 Morlet Family Vineyards Passionement Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon - $135 per bottle

PM is best. Stored in Temp Controlled Storage in SoCal.

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Last post by Chris Chew
April 19th, 2019, 3:20 pm
What are your top italian whites ?

Last post by Brad B a l l i n g e r « April 19th, 2019, 2:24 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Laurent Gibet » April 1st, 2019, 8:21 am » in Wine Talk
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* Trebbiano d'Abruzzo Valentini
* Etna bianco Benanti (carricante)

I also found great the sweet Maculan Acininobili 1998...
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Last post by Brad B a l l i n g e r
April 19th, 2019, 2:24 pm
Eating and Drinking in Washington (mostly Seattle area)

Last post by Ron Slye « April 19th, 2019, 2:11 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by Kris Patten » February 28th, 2019, 8:59 pm » in Epicurean Exploits

Thought it would be nice to start a dedicated thread to Seattle and surrounding areas.

I'll start since Scott from Bisato is back and Bisato in SODO...

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Last post by Ron Slye
April 19th, 2019, 2:11 pm
Envoyer Thread #2: Everything else

Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m « April 19th, 2019, 1:57 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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Here you guys go. A space to discuss other wines from Envoyer. I see that when people bring up non champagne in the champagne thread people always...
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Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m
April 19th, 2019, 1:57 pm
(SOLD)

Last post by Michael Fess « April 19th, 2019, 1:08 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Michael Fess » April 19th, 2019, 1:08 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

3 bottle lot $1800 with ground shipping included.

I would split these into a 2 pack and 1 bottle offer, $600/bottle with shipping.

Lowest WS Pro...

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Last post by Michael Fess
April 19th, 2019, 1:08 pm
FS: Updated Loire Chenin, CDP, Washington & CA Chard - For Seattle pick up only

Last post by Scott Tallman « April 19th, 2019, 12:46 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Scott Tallman » May 1st, 2017, 5:38 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

For Seattle area pick up only. Depending on quantity purchased, I may deliver to you.

Most of the WA wines were purchased direct from winery. All...

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Last post by Scott Tallman
April 19th, 2019, 12:46 pm
West of Temperance BD 10 Deals

Last post by Eric White « April 19th, 2019, 11:59 am
Posted in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
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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 Eric White
April 19th, 2019, 11:59 am
EuroCave question

Last post by Don Appleton « April 19th, 2019, 11:22 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Don Appleton » April 17th, 2019, 2:53 pm » in Wine Talk

I bought my EuroCave Premiere “M” about 9 months ago. I have been having ongoing problems with several of the sliding shelves-they became very...

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Last post by Don Appleton
April 19th, 2019, 11:22 am
Getting into the business: finding good harvest internships

Last post by Ben M a n d l e r « April 19th, 2019, 11:17 am
Posted in Cellar Rats (ITB)
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by Ben M a n d l e r » February 4th, 2019, 3:46 pm » in Cellar Rats (ITB)

Hi everyone,

I'm still pretty new to this forum having been away from the online wine community for some years, but I know a lot of people here have...

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Last post by Ben M a n d l e r
April 19th, 2019, 11:17 am

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