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TN: 2004 Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Josephshöfer Riesling Kabinett

Last post by Nicos Neocleous « October 18th, 2019, 4:26 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by D@vid Bu3ker » October 17th, 2019, 4:38 pm » in Wine Talk

2004 Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Josephshöfer Riesling Kabinett - Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer (10/17/2019)
About a year since my last bottle, and this...

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Last post by Nicos Neocleous
October 18th, 2019, 4:26 am
Road Pops

Last post by Jason T « October 18th, 2019, 12:42 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Warren Taranow » October 17th, 2019, 10:19 pm » in Wine Talk

We're on our way to South Florida to visit family, then off to Colorado Springs for a conference. I always have trouble deciding what to pack....

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Last post by Jason T
October 18th, 2019, 12:42 am
Looking for Barrels

Last post by Vamsi Kaipa « October 17th, 2019, 10:24 pm
Posted in Cellar Rats (ITB)
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by Vamsi Kaipa » October 9th, 2019, 7:57 pm » in Cellar Rats (ITB)

Hello Everyone,
Please let me know if anyone has any leads for Barrels for Pinot and Cab Franc. I am looking for Leroi, Francois Freres or...

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Last post by Vamsi Kaipa
October 17th, 2019, 10:24 pm
FS: Tempier Bandol

Last post by Don Echevarria « October 17th, 2019, 10:06 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Don Echevarria » October 15th, 2019, 4:26 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

2016 Tempier Bandol Rouge
$38 per bottle

2018 Tempier Bandol Rosé
$30 per bottle

Prices do not include CA sales tax nor shipping.

Please PM your...

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Last post by Don Echevarria
October 17th, 2019, 10:06 pm
TN: 14 Barou [Condrieu]

Last post by IlkkaL « October 17th, 2019, 9:53 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Arv R » August 14th, 2017, 4:33 pm » in Wine Talk

14 Barou I'd never heard of this producer before but picked up a bottle at CSW on a recommendation from one of their staff. It comes in an...

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Last post by IlkkaL
October 17th, 2019, 9:53 pm
FS: Louis XIII w/ Clam Box

Last post by ericskitei « October 17th, 2019, 9:24 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by ericskitei » October 1st, 2019, 3:39 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Louis XIII with Clam Box. Box has a few scuffs, but totally fine. Bottle, Stopper and book are pristine. Discounted slightly for outer box...

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Last post by ericskitei
October 17th, 2019, 9:24 pm
FS: Dom Perignon 2008 Chef de Cave Legacy Edition

Last post by davidsturek « October 17th, 2019, 8:24 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by davidsturek » October 17th, 2019, 8:24 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

I’m selling a small parcel of Dom Perignon Chef de Cave Legacy Edition 2008. Bought on release and cellared properly. Bottles are in pristine...

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Last post by davidsturek
October 17th, 2019, 8:24 pm
Which Carlisle are you drinking?

Last post by Ian Alper « October 17th, 2019, 8:16 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Peter Petersen » March 30th, 2015, 9:48 pm » in Wine Talk
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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 Ian Alper
October 17th, 2019, 8:16 pm
SF Bay Area /Peninsula OL Oct 21 - Donato

Last post by JonathanG « October 17th, 2019, 8:14 pm
Posted in Offline Planner
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by dteng » September 27th, 2019, 11:22 am » in Offline Planner
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Looking at Oct 21 maybe?

Venue suggestions?

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Date - Oct 21

Place - Donato

Time - 6:30p

Wine theme 😂...
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Last post by JonathanG
October 17th, 2019, 8:14 pm
What Bedrock wine are you drinking tonight?

Last post by Michael Martin « October 17th, 2019, 8:09 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Joe B » February 12th, 2015, 6:20 pm » 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 Michael Martin
October 17th, 2019, 8:09 pm
TN: 2016 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon (USA, California, Napa Valley)

Last post by mstockley « October 17th, 2019, 7:43 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Glas » October 16th, 2019, 5:30 pm » in Wine Talk

2016 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon - USA, California, Napa Valley (10/10/2019)
2019 Hennepin Lake Charity Event (Minneapolis, MN) : A slam dunk for...

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Last post by mstockley
October 17th, 2019, 7:43 pm
Canlis for dinner this evening.........

Last post by Dan Kravitz « October 17th, 2019, 6:25 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Andy K » October 17th, 2019, 5:41 am » in Wine Talk

Been wanting to eat here for years, I may be a decade late but still very much looking forward to it.

Not a lot of value here, but I would not...

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Last post by Dan Kravitz
October 17th, 2019, 6:25 pm
2001 Monfortino Magnum OWC

Last post by Clint S Q U I E R « October 17th, 2019, 5:31 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Clint S Q U I E R » October 17th, 2019, 5:31 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

2001 Monfortino Magnum OWC - $2500

Shipping cost/risk on buyer.

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Last post by Clint S Q U I E R
October 17th, 2019, 5:31 pm
Vietti '16's and some Aged Treats

Last post by Jeremy Holmes « October 17th, 2019, 4:32 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Jeremy Holmes » October 17th, 2019, 4:32 pm » in Wine Talk

Had a wonderful meal at Ristorante Repubblica di Perno after tasting from barrel with Luca Currado at Vietti.

Marco and Ellena run this small...

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Last post by Jeremy Holmes
October 17th, 2019, 4:32 pm
TN: 2018 Jolie-Laide Trousseau Noir Poulsard Gamay Valdiguié (USA, California)

Last post by Alicia C. « October 17th, 2019, 4:08 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian Tuite » October 17th, 2019, 6:17 am » in Wine Talk

2018 Jolie-Laide Trousseau Noir Poulsard Gamay Valdiguié - USA, California (10/17/2019)

Boy was this good. Pobega’d this one as I came home to a...

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Last post by Alicia C.
October 17th, 2019, 4:08 pm
Bring a special bottle: Peking Duckhouse Mid NYC:: Oct 21st :Still room !!

Last post by Juliec « October 17th, 2019, 3:56 pm
Posted in Offline Planner
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by Jonathan Sirot » September 16th, 2019, 3:51 pm » in Offline Planner

As many of you are aware I arrange offlines with my regular group, every 2nd month in Ct. I also certainly travel for wine dinners and have done the...

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Last post by Juliec
October 17th, 2019, 3:56 pm
Westchester is finally getting some great restaurants

Last post by Mark Golodetz « October 17th, 2019, 3:43 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by Mark Golodetz » August 28th, 2019, 7:22 pm » in Epicurean Exploits

Incredibly affluent with a million plus population, and few good restaurants let alone great.

La Panatiere was my go to, although quite staid, the...

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Last post by Mark Golodetz
October 17th, 2019, 3:43 pm
Downtown Philadelphia Wine Shop Recommendation

Last post by Sarah Kirschbaum « October 17th, 2019, 3:21 pm
Posted in Travel Forum
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by Carlton McCrindle » October 16th, 2019, 8:05 pm » in Travel Forum

Staying close to the convention center. I would appreciate your suggestions. Thanks!

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Last post by Sarah Kirschbaum
October 17th, 2019, 3:21 pm
TN: 1976 Mouton, 1988 Cos d’Estournel

Last post by P@u1_M3nk3s « October 17th, 2019, 3:16 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Rudi Finkler » October 15th, 2019, 10:15 am » in Wine Talk

Last night. Still relatively dark in color, the 1976 Mouton shows wet forest floor, tobacco and mushrooms on the nose. Still some nice acidity on the...

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Last post by P@u1_M3nk3s
October 17th, 2019, 3:16 pm
2016 Saxum offering

Last post by Leonard Taylor « October 17th, 2019, 2:58 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mike Van1 » June 27th, 2018, 5:06 pm » in Wine Talk
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Surprised there has been no mention of the recent Saxum offiering. I’m a hard core Napa Cab guy but always a buyer of Saxum for something different....
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Last post by Leonard Taylor
October 17th, 2019, 2:58 pm
TNs--Dinner in Cleveland with Loren and friends

Last post by Loren Sonkin « October 17th, 2019, 2:50 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mike Grammer » October 12th, 2019, 8:13 am » in Wine Talk

Somewhat delayed, sorry for that, but after seeing the Bastubas in Detroit, I drove around the lake to meet up with Cleveland wine friends. Big...

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Last post by Loren Sonkin
October 17th, 2019, 2:50 pm
Official WTSO thread

Last post by John Glas « October 17th, 2019, 2:48 pm
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 John Glas
October 17th, 2019, 2:48 pm
TN: 04 Grosset Polish Hill and Pike's Rieslings

Last post by Mike Grammer « October 17th, 2019, 2:31 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Todd Tucker » October 16th, 2019, 9:22 pm » in Wine Talk

A couple of recent wines drinking very well.

2004 Grosset Riesling Polish Hill Clare Valley - Australia, South Australia, Mount Lofty Ranges,...

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Last post by Mike Grammer
October 17th, 2019, 2:31 pm
Best brewpubs in Bend?

Last post by Scott Tallman « October 17th, 2019, 1:26 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Alan Rath » October 5th, 2019, 8:55 am » in Beer and Spirits

Heading to Bend for a few days, any recs on where to go?

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Last post by Scott Tallman
October 17th, 2019, 1:26 pm
FS: (DRC, Rousseau, Conterno) *All Pending*

Last post by luc@sl@belle « October 17th, 2019, 12:56 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by luc@sl@belle » September 14th, 2019, 6:43 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

2015 Domaine de la Romanee Conti Romanee St Vivant $2,045
USA non auction W/S Low is: $2,545.00

1999 Domaine Armand Rousseau Chambertin Clos De...

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Last post by luc@sl@belle
October 17th, 2019, 12:56 pm
TN: 2015 Giuseppe Rinaldi Barbera d'Alba (Italy, Piedmont, Alba, Barbera d'Alba)

Last post by Andrew M « October 17th, 2019, 12:47 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Todd Tucker » October 16th, 2019, 9:32 pm » in Wine Talk

2015 Giuseppe Rinaldi Barbera d'Alba - Italy, Piedmont, Alba, Barbera d'Alba (10/15/2019)
A beautiful fruit and floral driven nose. Lovely perfume....

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Last post by Andrew M
October 17th, 2019, 12:47 pm
sold

Last post by Nick Gangas « October 17th, 2019, 12:46 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Nick Gangas » September 24th, 2019, 3:13 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

sold

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Last post by Nick Gangas
October 17th, 2019, 12:46 pm
FS: 2015 Jean-Luc Jamet Côte-Rôtie Terrasses

Last post by ybarselah « October 17th, 2019, 12:38 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by ybarselah » October 17th, 2019, 12:38 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

3 bottles; nyc pickup at my place. $230 for the 3-pack. email please and thank you.

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Last post by ybarselah
October 17th, 2019, 12:38 pm
FS: 2016 Downstream at cost

Last post by Billy Norris « October 17th, 2019, 12:10 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Billy Norris » October 17th, 2019, 12:10 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Inaugural offering. 3 x 750 and 1 x 1.5 in a wooden box. Wish I could do it, but I burned out the wine budget already. Want to make sure to take the...

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Last post by Billy Norris
October 17th, 2019, 12:10 pm
Wine consumption a defense against opioid addiction?

Last post by Yao C « October 17th, 2019, 11:58 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 36
by John Morris » October 14th, 2019, 11:48 am » in Wine Talk

Who knew?

The Twitter feed of the American Association of Wine Economists just carried this chart, which shows that the states with the highest...

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Last post by Yao C
October 17th, 2019, 11:58 am
Oversupply in the Grape and Bulk Wine Market - And What This May Mean . . .

Last post by Nick F. « October 17th, 2019, 11:08 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by larry schaffer » September 3rd, 2019, 12:41 pm » in Wine Talk
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Good post this morning from Rob McMillan at Silicon Valley Bank about the current oversupply of grapes and bulk wine in the market - and where this...
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Last post by Nick F.
October 17th, 2019, 11:08 am
TN: 2017 Frank Cornelissen - "Susucaru" Rosso (Italy, Sicily, Etna DOC)

Last post by G. Greenbaum « October 17th, 2019, 10:57 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian G r a f s t r o m » October 14th, 2019, 9:34 am » in Wine Talk

2017 Frank Cornelissen Susucaru Rosso - Italy, Sicily, Etna DOC (10/11/2019)
Well, can't say I'm too excited about my remaining two bottles. We have...

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Last post by G. Greenbaum
October 17th, 2019, 10:57 am
John Fox (PC) Update

Last post by Neal.Mollen « October 17th, 2019, 10:51 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 22
by Kelly Walker » October 16th, 2019, 9:30 am » in Wine Talk

Got an e-mail this morning from USDOJ informing me that Fox's release date has been changed to February 22, 2021 and that he is not eligible for...

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Last post by Neal.Mollen
October 17th, 2019, 10:51 am
Greater Boston

Last post by K_F_o_l_e_y « October 17th, 2019, 10:14 am
Posted in BYO Forum - Wine at Restaurants
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by Peter Tryba » May 17th, 2010, 6:26 pm » in BYO Forum - Wine at Restaurants
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Turkish-American cuisine
$0 Corkage, functional stemware on site, bring glasses

~Yama - Wellesley, MA
Japanese cuisine...
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Last post by K_F_o_l_e_y
October 17th, 2019, 10:14 am
Has anyone garnished a winery debtor's credit card payments to Merchant Services or AMEX?

Last post by larry schaffer « October 17th, 2019, 9:16 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 61
by Stephen Pepe » October 4th, 2019, 9:38 am » in Wine Talk
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Last post by larry schaffer
October 17th, 2019, 9:16 am
Chinon and Saumur

Last post by Howard Cooper « October 17th, 2019, 8:49 am
Posted in Travel Forum
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by cjsadler » April 9th, 2018, 12:13 pm » in Travel Forum

We'll be based in Chinon for three days in May. Looking for some recs for wineries in Chinon/Saumur/Bourgueil that are open to visits.

The...

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Last post by Howard Cooper
October 17th, 2019, 8:49 am
Pergole Torte Labels

Last post by John Kight « October 17th, 2019, 8:40 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 5
by Mattstolz » October 11th, 2019, 3:24 am » in Wine Talk

Has anyone ever come across a poster displaying the labels from Pergole Torte? I know I've seen books and posters of the Mouton labels, wondering if...

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Last post by John Kight
October 17th, 2019, 8:40 am
Milwaukee, WI

Last post by Andy K « October 17th, 2019, 8:33 am
Posted in Travel Forum
Replies: 10
by Christine Huang » October 8th, 2019, 1:46 pm » in Travel Forum

I'm flying in to Milwaukee early November for a work meeting, but I have several hours to kill during the day - what should I do, what should I see,...

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Last post by Andy K
October 17th, 2019, 8:33 am
Ravenswood library offer

Last post by Siun o'Connell « October 17th, 2019, 8:29 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 265
by robert creth » October 2nd, 2019, 3:47 pm » in Wine Talk
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Got a notification of an upcoming offer thru the Once and Future site. Hopefully I can get in on some aged Zinfandel.
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Last post by Siun o'Connell
October 17th, 2019, 8:29 am
Washington DC

Last post by Scot H. « October 17th, 2019, 8:00 am
Posted in BYO Forum - Wine at Restaurants
Replies: 223
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 Scot H.
October 17th, 2019, 8:00 am
Anyone use Global Entry Program?

Last post by Michael O'Brien « October 17th, 2019, 7:57 am
Posted in Travel Forum
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by Michel Abood » December 8th, 2009, 8:24 am » in Travel Forum
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On my recent return from Paris, a Customs agent handed me a form containing information about the new Global Entry Program. It's run by the US...
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Last post by Michael O'Brien
October 17th, 2019, 7:57 am
barcelona 3 nights enough?

Last post by Subu Ramachandran « October 17th, 2019, 7:37 am
Posted in Travel Forum
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by mark rudner » October 10th, 2019, 10:18 am » in Travel Forum

i know there's plenty of info here on bcn
thinking about 3nights for my gf's birthday 12/27-30/19 (not counting 1st night in air 12/26)
would be...

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Last post by Subu Ramachandran
October 17th, 2019, 7:37 am
What's the best Pinot Grigio?

Last post by K John Joseph « October 17th, 2019, 7:32 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 66
by J a y H a c k » October 16th, 2019, 6:52 am » in Wine Talk
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I am constantly asked by guests at my house to bring up a bottle of Pinot Grigio when I offer to go down to the cellar to get a bottle of wine. I...
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Last post by K John Joseph
October 17th, 2019, 7:32 am
NY City 9/14 or 9/15?

Last post by Subu Ramachandran « October 17th, 2019, 7:14 am
Posted in Offline Planner
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by Loren Sonkin » July 31st, 2019, 6:50 am » in Offline Planner
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Looks like I will be in for the Jets vs. Browns Monday night game. Likely to come a night or two early. Anyone interested in getting together either...
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Last post by Subu Ramachandran
October 17th, 2019, 7:14 am
TN: 2007 Scherrer Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley

Last post by Brian Tuite « October 17th, 2019, 5:43 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 24
by Roger Ouellette » October 12th, 2019, 6:39 am » in Wine Talk

2007 Scherrer Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley - USA, California, Sonoma County, Alexander Valley (10/12/2019)
Just an amazing '07...

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Last post by Brian Tuite
October 17th, 2019, 5:43 am
What Goodfellow/Matello are you drinking?

Last post by Sean_S « October 16th, 2019, 10:54 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 363
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Thought Marcus' wines deserved a thread similar to Bedrock and other CA board favs and wanted to end the thread drift I helped contribute to in the...
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Last post by Sean_S
October 16th, 2019, 10:54 pm
TN: 2014 Jean Foillard Morgon Cuvée Corcelette (France, Burgundy, Beaujolais, Morgon)

Last post by Todd Tucker « October 16th, 2019, 9:28 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Todd Tucker » October 16th, 2019, 9:28 pm » in Wine Talk

2014 Jean Foillard Morgon Cuvée Corcelette - France, Burgundy, Beaujolais, Morgon (10/10/2019)
Lovely fresh berry fruits, rhubarb, spice, and sweet...

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Last post by Todd Tucker
October 16th, 2019, 9:28 pm
LTB united airlines vouchers

Last post by AlexO « October 16th, 2019, 9:18 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by AlexO » October 16th, 2019, 9:18 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Taking a trip with the family and hoping to find some vouchers I can acquire for cash or wine. Preferably wine.

Thanks!

Alex

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Last post by AlexO
October 16th, 2019, 9:18 pm
TN: 2014 Enfield Wine Co. Chardonnay Haynes Vineyard

Last post by Robert Pavlovich « October 16th, 2019, 8:42 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by D@vid Bu3ker » October 15th, 2019, 5:29 am » in Wine Talk

2014 Enfield Wine Co. Chardonnay Haynes Vineyard - USA, California, Napa Valley, Coombsville (10/14/2019)
This was drinking well from the get go,...

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Last post by Robert Pavlovich
October 16th, 2019, 8:42 pm
TN: 2014 Domaine Armand Rousseau Charmes-Chambertin

Last post by alan weinberg « October 16th, 2019, 6:22 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Kent Comley » October 15th, 2019, 2:40 pm » in Wine Talk

Spotted this on a list at a good price. We had selected some duck as part of our very tasty dinner at Supernormal in Melbourne.

I was expecting a...

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Last post by alan weinberg
October 16th, 2019, 6:22 pm
TN: 2015 Rhys Pinot Noir Porcupine Hill (USA, California, North Coast, Anderson Valley)

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « October 16th, 2019, 6:03 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by D@vid Bu3ker » October 16th, 2019, 6:03 pm » in Wine Talk

2015 Rhys Pinot Noir Porcupine Hill - USA, California, North Coast, Anderson Valley (10/16/2019)
I am not generally a fan of Anderson Valley Pinot...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
October 16th, 2019, 6:03 pm
Sad Passing of one of the great wine importers to the US

Last post by Dan Kravitz « October 16th, 2019, 5:06 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 9
by Ian Dorin » October 14th, 2019, 1:02 pm » in Wine Talk

I got a call last week from one of my good friends that his father had passed away. His father happens to be none other than Mr. Chateauneuf du Pape,...

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Last post by Dan Kravitz
October 16th, 2019, 5:06 pm
A-Hunting We Will Go - Lodi?

Last post by Arv R « October 16th, 2019, 4:17 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 33
by Craig R. » August 28th, 2012, 8:46 am » in Wine Talk

Greetings all!

Strange days in our household with the converted closet cellar shelves on the verge of being devoid of bottles. With that said, I am...

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Last post by Arv R
October 16th, 2019, 4:17 pm
2016 barbaresco buying intentions?

Last post by mike pobega « October 16th, 2019, 3:27 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 49
by Sh@n A » August 29th, 2019, 9:41 am » in Wine Talk

With a few 2016s already on the shelves, I have picked out a couple to try: Castello di Nieve, La Ca'Nova Montestefano, Sottimano Pajore, and...

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Last post by mike pobega
October 16th, 2019, 3:27 pm
23,000 Leflaive GC and Pucelles bottles pre 2014 reconditioned at the Domaine...

Last post by Fred C « October 16th, 2019, 1:39 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 32
by B. Buzzini » September 18th, 2019, 9:43 am » in Wine Talk

Interesting tidbit from reading Tanzer's Lefaive Chevy tasting article that for the last few years the Domaine has been reconditioning all their...

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Last post by Fred C
October 16th, 2019, 1:39 pm
Pisoni Estate Release

Last post by lleichtman « October 16th, 2019, 1:35 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 19
by Gabe Berk » September 4th, 2019, 9:25 am » in Wine Talk

Have 3 back vintages of Pisoni Estate Pinot and Chard resting well. Haven't purchased any in a couple years, but had a 2013 Estate Pinot about a...

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Last post by lleichtman
October 16th, 2019, 1:35 pm
Wineries to not miss in Gold Country?

Last post by PeterJ « October 16th, 2019, 1:32 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 12
by PeterJ » July 31st, 2019, 6:39 pm » in Wine Talk

We’re spending 4 days or so around Plymouth, CA at the end of September and would appreciate some recs of exceptional wineries in the area. I know it...

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Last post by PeterJ
October 16th, 2019, 1:32 pm
Best bacon recommendations needed...

Last post by Andrew Kotowski « October 16th, 2019, 1:26 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by Todd F r e n c h » November 17th, 2016, 1:44 pm » in Epicurean Exploits
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Last post by Andrew Kotowski
October 16th, 2019, 1:26 pm
BOSQUET des PAPES-1990

Last post by D. HEIN « October 16th, 2019, 1:14 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by D. HEIN » October 16th, 2019, 1:14 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

BOSQUET des PAPES-1990

1 Original cardboard case of six (6) Magnums, $225 per Magnum (1.50) litre

Excellent condition, purchased on release,...

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Last post by D. HEIN
October 16th, 2019, 1:14 pm
What are the signatures on this Antinori?

Last post by Victor Hong « October 16th, 2019, 12:59 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by C. Jones » October 15th, 2019, 12:26 pm » in Wine Talk

Hello everyone, first post here.

I am a fan of Villa Antinori as an any occasion wine. (I know it's probably nothing special to you all.)

One of...

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Last post by Victor Hong
October 16th, 2019, 12:59 pm
San Clemente on Saturday November 9th UPDATED POST 1

Last post by joeduncan « October 16th, 2019, 12:45 pm
Posted in Offline Planner
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by mike pobega » June 30th, 2019, 7:31 am » in Offline Planner

I will be in San Clemente for the weekend of the 8-11 of November.

Saturday November 9th, 8:00.
Vine in San Clemente.

Attendees:

David Baum...

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Last post by joeduncan
October 16th, 2019, 12:45 pm
Which Champagne are you drinking?

Last post by alan weinberg « October 16th, 2019, 12:36 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Steve Nordhoff » April 24th, 2016, 11:03 am » in Wine Talk
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Seems like this might be a good thread for the bubbleheads here.

I'll start it with three

2004 Jacquesson Champ Cain - love this, deep Chardonnay...
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Last post by alan weinberg
October 16th, 2019, 12:36 pm
Eating and Drinking in Los Angeles

Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m « October 16th, 2019, 12:35 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by Robert Dentice » January 4th, 2016, 11:46 am » in Epicurean Exploits
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I go to Los Angeles 4 or 5 times per year and admittedly I have been hyper-critical of the food scene. Keep in mind I live in NYC and dine there...
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Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m
October 16th, 2019, 12:35 pm
Bilbao, San Sebastian, Rioja this Fall

Last post by David Lobe « October 16th, 2019, 12:13 pm
Posted in Travel Forum
Replies: 18
by Christine Huang » August 13th, 2019, 10:41 am » in Travel Forum

We're headed to the region for a week in November. What are your favorite places to visit and eat? What should I book now and where can we wander?

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Last post by David Lobe
October 16th, 2019, 12:13 pm
Why wineries fail at eCommerce.

Last post by Michael Klein « October 16th, 2019, 11:40 am
Posted in Cellar Rats (ITB)
Replies: 21
by Andrew Kaufman » November 3rd, 2016, 3:07 pm » in Cellar Rats (ITB)

Do you agree?

Wineries, in general, do a poor job in the eCommerce channel. They always have, and unfortunately the trend continues.

Here are 5...

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Last post by Michael Klein
October 16th, 2019, 11:40 am
Philadelphia, PA

Last post by ybarselah « October 16th, 2019, 11:15 am
Posted in BYO Forum - Wine at Restaurants
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by John Mc » July 27th, 2010, 8:14 am » in BYO Forum - Wine at Restaurants
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I guess I will start this up and start with my own neighborhood - Northern Liberties

Modo Mio ( onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;)

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Last post by ybarselah
October 16th, 2019, 11:15 am
FS: Cecile Tremblay Echezeaux 2005 - lowered!

Last post by davidsturek « October 16th, 2019, 11:03 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
Replies: 2
by davidsturek » April 24th, 2019, 3:44 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Decided to sell this gem. The bottle is in great condition, no seepage, capsule issues etc. Paypal for payment. Will ship at buyers cost/risk. The...

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Last post by davidsturek
October 16th, 2019, 11:03 am
Looking for a friendly tasting group in DC

Last post by etomasi « October 16th, 2019, 10:59 am
Posted in Offline Planner
Replies: 8
by Young Cho » July 21st, 2019, 10:30 pm » in Offline Planner

Hi I’m new to the forum and also just moved to DC from New York. It’s only been two weeks but am already missing the vibrant wine scene in New...

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Last post by etomasi
October 16th, 2019, 10:59 am
Some wine impressions from last several days- not full TNs

Last post by Jim F « October 16th, 2019, 10:27 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by Jim F » October 16th, 2019, 10:27 am » in Wine Talk

Some wine impressions from the last several days, a couple of which were visiting retired friends in Delaware.
Night 1 was bordeaux night: 2000...

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Last post by Jim F
October 16th, 2019, 10:27 am
Barney Greengrass

Last post by Victor Hong « October 16th, 2019, 10:00 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by Victor Hong » October 13th, 2019, 5:39 pm » in Epicurean Exploits

DoH shutdown.

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Last post by Victor Hong
October 16th, 2019, 10:00 am
Ken Onion Worksharp Knife sharpener

Last post by geoffpm « October 16th, 2019, 9:21 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
Replies: 23
by geoffpm » May 4th, 2019, 9:38 am » in Epicurean Exploits

For years, I have been having my knives sharpened professionally at $150 a pop, 3 times a year. I decided to pull the trigger and get a Ken Onion...

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Last post by geoffpm
October 16th, 2019, 9:21 am
TN: 2010 Evesham Wood Les Puit Sec PN

Last post by Michae1 P0wers « October 16th, 2019, 9:15 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 13
by G. Bienstock » November 24th, 2017, 8:25 am » in Wine Talk

Two prior bottles were puzzling with an almost shrill acidity. Now 2 years later this bottle was stunning. Absolutely beautiful nose of savory red...

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Last post by Michae1 P0wers
October 16th, 2019, 9:15 am
New York City Restaurants

Last post by Mike Cohen « October 16th, 2019, 9:04 am
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 Mike Cohen
October 16th, 2019, 9:04 am
2017 Pegau - Not a TN, a comment about pricing

Last post by Robert.A.Jr. « October 16th, 2019, 8:33 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 46
by Robert.A.Jr. » October 8th, 2019, 8:45 am » in Wine Talk

I just got an emailer from b21 for $50 in 750 and $109 for mags. This is like pricing from ten or more years ago, isn’t it? And then I notice a few...

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Last post by Robert.A.Jr.
October 16th, 2019, 8:33 am
Stockholm and Oslo.......all kinds of advice needed.

Last post by A Rubin Stein « October 16th, 2019, 8:23 am
Posted in Travel Forum
Replies: 27
by Marshall Gelb » July 29th, 2019, 4:01 pm » in Travel Forum

We will be going to Stockholm & Oslo next year and would love any advice this esteemed board can offer. There doesn't seem to be much, especially...

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Last post by A Rubin Stein
October 16th, 2019, 8:23 am
TN: PELLER ESTATES CLARITY 2017 RUBY RED; SURPRISE, A NIAGARA OFF-DRY TABLE RED!

Last post by PFMay « October 16th, 2019, 7:59 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 4
by Tran Bronstein » October 13th, 2019, 4:46 pm » in Wine Talk

Berserkers,

CLARITY 2017 RUBY RED -- SURPRISE, A NIAGARA OFF-DRY RED TABLE WINE

SUMMARY: A surprising and unexpected off-dry red from one of...

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Last post by PFMay
October 16th, 2019, 7:59 am
My Bedrock welcome shipment

Last post by Len Stevens « October 16th, 2019, 7:53 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 50
by markjchambers » October 11th, 2019, 5:41 pm » in Wine Talk
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I contacted Bedrock a few months ago to get on their mail list. In response, I was offered a welcome package. I took it all and I just received 18...
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Last post by Len Stevens
October 16th, 2019, 7:53 am
An evening of Successes: Carillon Puligny Combettes, Bonneau Celestins 2004 and a shocking good old Cabernet

Last post by Dale Williams « October 16th, 2019, 7:44 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 8
by Mark Golodetz » October 15th, 2019, 12:01 pm » in Wine Talk

A couple of friends came over, bringing a fabulous Coq au Vin.

The 2010 Carillon was beautiful, fully mature with white peaches, a touch of smoke a...

8 Replies

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Last post by Dale Williams
October 16th, 2019, 7:44 am
TS: 1999 Chateau Musar (aka "My First Musar")

Last post by Jay Miller « October 16th, 2019, 6:41 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 20
by Jim Stewart » October 13th, 2019, 5:05 pm » in Wine Talk

Back when I was working for a living, I sometimes used Parkinson’s Law to describe/deride the output of less productive colleagues: “Work expands to...

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Last post by Jay Miller
October 16th, 2019, 6:41 am
Las Vegas Restaurants

Last post by Christine Courtney « October 16th, 2019, 5:55 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
Replies: 118
by Joe Chanley » November 10th, 2016, 11:50 am » in Epicurean Exploits
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I'm out in LV for a conference next week.....has anyone been to any great spots preferably on the strip recently? I'll be entertaining clients....
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Last post by Christine Courtney
October 16th, 2019, 5:55 am
It's been too long! Pizza!

Last post by Magnus Solhjell « October 16th, 2019, 3:07 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by mike pobega » February 12th, 2011, 7:17 am » in Epicurean Exploits
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The pizza threads seemed to disappear around here lately. I must not let that happen.
Homemade dough
sliced mozzarella
homemade San Marzano sauce...
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Last post by Magnus Solhjell
October 16th, 2019, 3:07 am
Envoyer Thread #2: Everything else

Last post by Mattstolz « October 15th, 2019, 7:18 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by c fu » April 17th, 2018, 10:05 pm » 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 Mattstolz
October 15th, 2019, 7:18 pm
I'm done*

Last post by YLee « October 15th, 2019, 7:01 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 336
by Neal.Mollen » February 14th, 2018, 5:54 am » in Wine Talk
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In advance of the oncoming spring, I am trying to get all of my wine currently held by retailers shipped. And as the boxes pile up on the cellar...
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Last post by YLee
October 15th, 2019, 7:01 pm
2 Chenin TNs: 2011 Huet Haut-Lieu and 2010 Chidaine Les Tuffeaux

Last post by Frank Murray III « October 15th, 2019, 6:32 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Frank Murray III » May 2nd, 2014, 6:09 pm » in Wine Talk

It's been a weather hot mess here in So Cal this week. Damn Santa Ana winds, when they get cranked up here, it gets hot, dry as the dessert and just...

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Last post by Frank Murray III
October 15th, 2019, 6:32 pm
WTB 2014 Kutch Chardonnay

Last post by F.Daner « October 15th, 2019, 5:17 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
Replies: 6
by Len Stevens » October 7th, 2019, 2:52 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Huge fan of Kutch, but never tried...will pay top dollar. You can PM me, email, or text. Thanks in advance...lenstevens02@gmail.com....502-299-0260

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Last post by F.Daner
October 15th, 2019, 5:17 pm
Best place to sell a few cases of wine?

Last post by Mike Maguire « October 15th, 2019, 4:38 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 35
by Jay Miller » October 11th, 2019, 7:19 am » in Wine Talk

I'm thinking of unloading a smallish amount (4 cases or so) of wine which has appreciated beyond where I feel comfortable drinking it and where I...

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Last post by Mike Maguire
October 15th, 2019, 4:38 pm
TN: 2016 Domaine Guiberteau - Saumur "Clos de Guichaux" (France, Loire Valley, Anjou-Saumur, Saumur)

Last post by Marc Frontario « October 15th, 2019, 3:33 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian G r a f s t r o m » October 15th, 2019, 1:38 pm » in Wine Talk

2016 Domaine Guiberteau Saumur Clos de Guichaux - France, Loire Valley, Anjou-Saumur, Saumur (7/2/2019)
-- popped and poured --
-- tasted non-blind...

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Last post by Marc Frontario
October 15th, 2019, 3:33 pm
Zack Harris A+ Buyer

Last post by jeffmazen « October 15th, 2019, 2:53 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner Feedback

by jeffmazen » October 15th, 2019, 2:53 pm » in Commerce Corner Feedback

Great communication, quick payment, and a very nice person. Highly recommend trading with this gentleman.

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Last post by jeffmazen
October 15th, 2019, 2:53 pm
Winebid revised.....

Last post by RMann « October 15th, 2019, 2:31 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Victor Hong » October 5th, 2019, 5:05 am » in Wine Talk
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....its shipping costs.
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Last post by RMann
October 15th, 2019, 2:31 pm
FS: 2008 JJ Prum Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Auslese GoldKapsel - price drop

Last post by davidsturek « October 15th, 2019, 2:17 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
Replies: 3
by davidsturek » May 30th, 2019, 7:27 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Bought on release and stored properly. Bottles are in pristine condition. PayPal or Chase/Zelle for payment. Will ship at buyers expense/risk. Will...

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Last post by davidsturek
October 15th, 2019, 2:17 pm
2008 Salon

Last post by m. ristev « October 15th, 2019, 1:51 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by JLee » July 2nd, 2019, 11:27 am » in Wine Talk
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According to Peter Liem's post, 2008 Salon will only be sold in boxed sets including late disgorged 2004, 2006, and 2007 Salon. From the picture it...
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Last post by m. ristev
October 15th, 2019, 1:51 pm
TN: 2002 Seavey Cabernet Sauvignon Estate

Last post by Tom DeBiase « October 15th, 2019, 1:20 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 7
by Tom DeBiase » October 13th, 2019, 1:43 pm » in Wine Talk

Seavey was a favorite Cab of ours when we were still purchasing Cab (and blends like Bordeaux). We don't drink much Cab or Cab Blends these days but...

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Last post by Tom DeBiase
October 15th, 2019, 1:20 pm
Philly area BBQ

Last post by T. Williams « October 15th, 2019, 11:51 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
Replies: 2
by Steve Costigan » October 13th, 2019, 6:03 pm » in Epicurean Exploits

Thought I'd share a recent great BBQ experience when visiting daughter, son-in law, and in-laws in Yardley area north of Philadelphia. Better than Q...

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Last post by T. Williams
October 15th, 2019, 11:51 am
Boston-area -- Ansonia Burgundy wine dinner at La Voile, Monday Jan 13th 2020

Last post by K_F_o_l_e_y « October 15th, 2019, 11:08 am
Posted in Offline Planner

by K_F_o_l_e_y » October 15th, 2019, 11:08 am » in Offline Planner

SteveC is helping organize a wine dinner at La Voile Boston , featuring wines imported by Ansonia Wines .

La Voile is of course one of the best...

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Last post by K_F_o_l_e_y
October 15th, 2019, 11:08 am
Fred Brander`s 69th birthday party, a stellabration

Last post by Blake Brown « October 15th, 2019, 10:18 am
Posted in Wine Talk
Replies: 9
by Blake Brown » October 14th, 2019, 5:39 pm » in Wine Talk

Friend, Fred Brander, of The Brander Vineyards, celebrated a birthday recently, something that he has rarely done on his actual date as it is usually...

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Last post by Blake Brown
October 15th, 2019, 10:18 am
Monthly check-in: Cellar inventory reduction plan

Last post by Michael Francis « October 15th, 2019, 9:42 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by maureen nelson » April 1st, 2018, 11:53 am » in Wine Talk
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Ok we (well, the old farts among us) talk about owning too much wine, stopping buying, reducing our holdings, etc. So i challenge those of us to post...
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Last post by Michael Francis
October 15th, 2019, 9:42 am
PSA: Rehoboth Beach, Delaware is nearly the perfect east coast beach town

Last post by Josh Grossman « October 15th, 2019, 9:33 am
Posted in Travel Forum
Replies: 41
by Josh Grossman » August 6th, 2019, 11:37 am » in Travel Forum

It really is nearly the perfect family beach destination if you are going to the east coast. I do like Maine--but there aren't really swimmable...

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Last post by Josh Grossman
October 15th, 2019, 9:33 am
where to buy a magnum in Burgundy?

Last post by AndrewH « October 15th, 2019, 9:24 am
Posted in Travel Forum
Replies: 3
by Dave Sankaran » September 26th, 2019, 9:04 am » in Travel Forum

Hi,

I'm attending a wedding in Mailly-la-Ville next weekend and I'm hoping to buy a nice magnum of Burgundy to give as a gift while I'm there....

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Last post by AndrewH
October 15th, 2019, 9:24 am
The Garagiste Thread (The Great Enabler) Back to Life

Last post by Brandon R « October 15th, 2019, 8:57 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 Brandon R
October 15th, 2019, 8:57 am
domestic whiskey hype, contemplation, Midwinter

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « October 15th, 2019, 7:40 am
Posted in Beer and Spirits
Replies: 6
by Doug Schulman » October 12th, 2019, 5:31 pm » in Beer and Spirits

Here's a little context. I love Bourbon and Rye. Like many people here, I was interested in these whiskeys when one could buy Pappy, most of the...

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Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng
October 15th, 2019, 7:40 am

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