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Master Thread on software changes/improvements - 'how to', info, etc

Last post by Todd F r e n c h « August 15th, 2018, 9:42 am

by Todd F r e n c h » August 15th, 2018, 9:42 am

Because our new software is so feature-rich, and there are some changes from the software we ran on for 7 prior years (and nearly 3 before that,...

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What Goodfellow/Matello are you drinking?

Last post by Brandon R « August 16th, 2019, 9:46 am
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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 Brandon R
August 16th, 2019, 9:46 am
What 5 Oregon Producers Do You Think Are Firing On All Cylinders Over the Past Few Vintages for Under $65?

Last post by John Mensch « August 16th, 2019, 9:31 am
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by K John Joseph » August 13th, 2019, 1:36 pm
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I'm looking to increase Oregon pinot buys. Who are your top 5 producers with multiple wines under $65 a pop?

Edit: I have appeared to frustrate,...
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Last post by John Mensch
August 16th, 2019, 9:31 am
Is "Never drink a Bordeaux that is less than 20 years old" just a silly idea.

Last post by DavidFrankil « August 16th, 2019, 8:48 am
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by J a y H a c k » December 13th, 2018, 2:44 pm
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I went in big on Cru Bourgeois 2000 Bordeaux futures and I still have a few cases that I am saving for the 20 year mark, but every time I read CT...
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Last post by DavidFrankil
August 16th, 2019, 8:48 am
TN: 1970 Poderi Aldo Conterno Langhe Nebbiolo Secco (Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Langhe DOC)

Last post by Jeremy Holmes « August 15th, 2019, 10:13 pm

by Jeremy Holmes » August 15th, 2019, 10:13 pm

1970 Poderi Aldo Conterno Langhe Nebbiolo Secco - Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Langhe DOC (8/15/2019)
An engaging nose of boot polish, smoked meats,...

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Last post by Jeremy Holmes
August 15th, 2019, 10:13 pm
South African Cabs really a contender?

Last post by Keith A k e r s « August 15th, 2019, 8:28 pm
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by YLee » August 13th, 2019, 10:53 am

Are their cab wines really worth seeking out?
Speaking honestly I never tried it and always laughed at even the thought of buying one. Has time...

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Last post by Keith A k e r s
August 15th, 2019, 8:28 pm
TN: 2013 Roy Piper Cabernet Sauvignon (USA, California, Napa Valley)

Last post by luc@sl@belle « August 15th, 2019, 8:24 pm
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by bob poirier » August 12th, 2019, 1:53 pm

2013 Roy Piper Cabernet Sauvignon - USA, California, Napa Valley (8/12/2019)
2 hr decant. Best showing by far for this wine. Starting to unwind, and...

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Last post by luc@sl@belle
August 15th, 2019, 8:24 pm
2017 Arterberry Maresh, Dundee Hills, PN and Ch and OV PN added

Last post by James Sanders « August 15th, 2019, 7:49 pm
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by Peter Petersen » August 13th, 2019, 8:28 am

This year I decided to give Oregon another serious try. The last effort was 15 years ago and ended in failure. This time I'm convinced that this is...

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Last post by James Sanders
August 15th, 2019, 7:49 pm
2004 krug buy more st 209.99 ?

Last post by William Anzalone « August 15th, 2019, 7:03 pm
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by Jonathan Sirot » August 12th, 2019, 12:45 pm

First of all big time Krug fan here. Enough that I flew to West Coast for an amazing offline vertical. I have bought a bunch of 96 years ago and...

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Last post by William Anzalone
August 15th, 2019, 7:03 pm
2014 Marguet Le Parc Grand Cru brut nature

Last post by M.Kaplan « August 15th, 2019, 4:34 pm
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by Claus Jeppesen » August 7th, 2019, 11:56 pm

Amazing Champagne
One of 4 singlevineyard Ambonnay/Montagne de Reims cuvees

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August 15th, 2019, 4:34 pm
Envoyer is crushing it with Champagne these days

Last post by EHeffner « August 15th, 2019, 3:46 pm
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It seems week after week that Envoyer has been offering one cool Champagne after another. Just today, the Vilmart Cuvee Rubis '10. Earlier this week...
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Last post by EHeffner
August 15th, 2019, 3:46 pm
TN: Another lost Friday afternoon gathering – 88 DRCs, 90 Bordeauxs, Raveneaus, Dauvissats and etc.

Last post by Nick Gangas « August 15th, 2019, 3:01 pm
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by k s h i n » August 6th, 2019, 5:45 pm

ANOTHER LOST FRIDAY AFTERNOON GATHERING – 88 DRCS, 90 BORDEAUXS, RAVENEAUS, DAUVISSATS AND ETC. - Black Salt, Washington DC (8/2/2019)

Six of us...

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Last post by Nick Gangas
August 15th, 2019, 3:01 pm
2005 Haut Brion

Last post by Jeff Leve « August 15th, 2019, 2:54 pm
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by David Sweet » August 15th, 2019, 12:55 pm

Has anyone opened an 05 HB? How was it?? I recently opened one and was extremely disappointed. No nose and nothing but a lot of fruit. What am I...

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Last post by Jeff Leve
August 15th, 2019, 2:54 pm
the perils of sharing allocations

Last post by Gray G « August 15th, 2019, 2:27 pm
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by markjchambers » August 2nd, 2019, 2:30 pm

As all of the mailers drop, I'm thinking about how I can keep my place on several lists and not go broke. For many years I have shared my allocations...

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Last post by Gray G
August 15th, 2019, 2:27 pm
TN: Ridge MonteBello '85...(short/boring)

Last post by Mark Golodetz « August 15th, 2019, 1:08 pm
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by TomHill » August 15th, 2019, 11:30 am

Grayson brought his first mystery wine last night and it was a doozy. He'll be invited back:
14. Ridge Calif CabernetSauvignon MonteBello...

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Last post by Mark Golodetz
August 15th, 2019, 1:08 pm
I'll see you and raise you $2: Best Oregon pinot producers under $67?

Last post by Mark Y « August 15th, 2019, 11:38 am
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by John Morris » August 14th, 2019, 5:04 pm

Cf. 5 Best Oregon Producers Under $65

Sorry. I couldn't resist.

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Last post by Mark Y
August 15th, 2019, 11:38 am
TN: 2014 Two Hands Shiraz Gnarly Dudes

Last post by John Glas « August 15th, 2019, 11:13 am

by John Glas » August 15th, 2019, 11:13 am

2014 Two Hands Shiraz Gnarly Dudes - Australia, South Australia, Barossa, Barossa Valley (8/15/2019)
Day 3: Raspberries, floral, perfume, spice and...

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Last post by John Glas
August 15th, 2019, 11:13 am
TN: Marc Hebrart, Dubreuil-Fontaine

Last post by IlkkaL « August 15th, 2019, 10:13 am

by IlkkaL » August 15th, 2019, 10:13 am

A friend is only now getting into white Burgundy and asked me to bring a bottle to drink and discuss. I chose this one from Dubreuil-Fontaine as a...

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Last post by IlkkaL
August 15th, 2019, 10:13 am
TN: 2012 Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey Meursault 1er Cru Charmes

Last post by Ed Gonzales « August 15th, 2019, 8:11 am
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by B. Buzzini » August 13th, 2019, 5:26 pm

2012 Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey Meursault 1er Cru Charmes - France, Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Meursault 1er Cru (8/13/2019)
Showing fantastic right...

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Last post by Ed Gonzales
August 15th, 2019, 8:11 am
Coche Dury Meursault "Cote de Beaune"

Last post by John Gilman « August 15th, 2019, 6:04 am
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by B. Buzzini » August 14th, 2019, 6:40 pm

What the hell is this???

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Last post by John Gilman
August 15th, 2019, 6:04 am
TN: 2011 Matthiasson Red Wine (USA, California, Napa Valley)

Last post by Joe Chanley « August 15th, 2019, 5:59 am
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by D@vid Bu3ker » August 15th, 2019, 4:58 am

2011 Matthiasson Red Wine - USA, California, Napa Valley (8/14/2019)
I have had several bottles of this over the last few years, and it always...

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Last post by Joe Chanley
August 15th, 2019, 5:59 am
Napa wine tastings for my wife

Last post by Wade H « August 14th, 2019, 11:45 pm
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by Robert.A.Jr. » August 13th, 2019, 5:16 pm
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My wife is taking another trip to Napa - without her wine snob husband and alleged lover of Ovid -...
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Last post by Wade H
August 14th, 2019, 11:45 pm
Anthony Bourdain Wine List?

Last post by James Billy « August 14th, 2019, 11:41 pm
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by Emily Schindler Weissman » August 13th, 2019, 7:28 am

Here's a random question, but one that I have been asked and I can think of no better place to find an answer:

Has anybody ever compiled a list of...

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Last post by James Billy
August 14th, 2019, 11:41 pm
The First Taste of Fall

Last post by Lee Short « August 14th, 2019, 10:27 pm

by Lee Short » August 14th, 2019, 10:27 pm

Here in the Pacific Northwest, summer has been limping along for a couple of weeks, trying not to give way to full-on autumn. One of the sensations...

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Last post by Lee Short
August 14th, 2019, 10:27 pm
Walter Scott Fall Release

Last post by Robert M yers « August 14th, 2019, 10:19 pm
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by Sean_S » August 14th, 2019, 11:46 am

2018 VINTAGE FALL RELEASES
Limited quantities due to yields

Due to the yields of the 2018 vintage, these wines are much more limited than in...

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Last post by Robert M yers
August 14th, 2019, 10:19 pm
Hi everyone in Boston

Last post by GregT « August 14th, 2019, 6:56 pm
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by Diane M » August 13th, 2019, 11:00 am

New to the board and new to Boston. I am looking forward to some great wine experiences and will cross post in the event planner to find out more...

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Last post by GregT
August 14th, 2019, 6:56 pm
Decanting Young Cabs?

Last post by Sebastian C. « August 14th, 2019, 6:49 pm
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by Sh@n A » August 4th, 2019, 3:20 pm

What's the protocol for airing young cali cabs? Next week I have on tap, 2015 Robert Mondavi To Kalon, 2016 William & Mary Cabernet, and 2016 William...

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Last post by Sebastian C.
August 14th, 2019, 6:49 pm
2017 Beaujolais

Last post by Lee Short « August 14th, 2019, 6:43 pm
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by Chad R » January 22nd, 2019, 8:53 am
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Last post by Lee Short
August 14th, 2019, 6:43 pm
Fedex Cold Chain shipping, worth it?

Last post by Jeff_M. « August 14th, 2019, 6:15 pm
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by YLee » August 10th, 2019, 2:18 am

Benchmark Wines is offering me Fedex cold chain shipping this month for the same price as ground shipping. I tried cold chain shipping once before...

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Last post by Jeff_M.
August 14th, 2019, 6:15 pm
Summer Heat: Who has the Most Wine 'Pending Delivery'?

Last post by Robert.A.Jr. « August 14th, 2019, 4:21 pm
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by Josh Grossman » July 25th, 2019, 2:03 pm
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I'm at: Wine Pending Delivery: 302 bottles
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Last post by Robert.A.Jr.
August 14th, 2019, 4:21 pm
TN: Notes from a nice Northern Rhone dinner

Last post by Markus S « August 14th, 2019, 4:18 pm
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by Alan Rath » August 14th, 2019, 3:18 pm

Had the good fortune to be invited to join a very nice Rhone dinner:

2011 Domaine Georges Vernay Condrieu Les Chaillées de l'Enfer - France, Rhône,...

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Last post by Markus S
August 14th, 2019, 4:18 pm
Oregon Wine History Archives Website

Last post by Scott Tallman « August 14th, 2019, 3:48 pm
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by Drew Goin » March 25th, 2019, 2:02 pm

Linfield College
Oregon Wine History Archives

The Oregon Wine History Archive at Linfield College was created to collect, preserve, share, and...

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Last post by Scott Tallman
August 14th, 2019, 3:48 pm
Suit against Bryant Family alleges falling sales

Last post by John Morris « August 14th, 2019, 2:03 pm
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by John Morris » June 6th, 2019, 7:21 am
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Last post by John Morris
August 14th, 2019, 2:03 pm
Spanish Wine Regions

Last post by Blake Brown « August 14th, 2019, 1:07 pm
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by Andrew Ing » August 12th, 2019, 12:23 pm

Thinking about a Spanish wine tour, specifically the Rioja region. Anyone been? Impressions? We are used to US wine tastings (vineyards close...

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Last post by Blake Brown
August 14th, 2019, 1:07 pm
Healdsburg winery and restaurant recommendations

Last post by dsimmons « August 14th, 2019, 11:55 am
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by Jeff VanDenbussche » July 31st, 2019, 3:53 pm

My wife and I , and another couple will be spending several days in Healdsburg in late October and are looking for both winery and restaurant...

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Last post by dsimmons
August 14th, 2019, 11:55 am
RIP Boots

Last post by markchurchill « August 14th, 2019, 11:14 am
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by Richard Albert » August 1st, 2019, 7:19 pm

Read sadly about the passing of Boots Brounstein of Diamond Creek. She had been actively involved in running the winery operation since Al passed.
I...

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Last post by markchurchill
August 14th, 2019, 11:14 am
TN: Two Radio-Coteau Chards '13...(short/boring)

Last post by T. Melloni « August 14th, 2019, 9:25 am
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by TomHill » August 14th, 2019, 7:46 am

Tried these two last night w/ my plate of tomatoes:
1. Radio-Coteau Chard Savoy/AndersonVlly (U; 14.1%; www.RadioCoteau.com) Sebastapol 2013 :...

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Last post by T. Melloni
August 14th, 2019, 9:25 am
TN: 2008 L. Aubry Fils Champagne Premier Cru Aubry de Humbert

Last post by Doug Schulman « August 14th, 2019, 9:00 am
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by Kirk.Grant » August 11th, 2019, 5:52 am

2008 L. Aubry Fils Champagne Premier Cru Aubry de Humbert - France, Champagne, Champagne Premier Cru (7/20/2019)
This was opened and tasted at a...

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Last post by Doug Schulman
August 14th, 2019, 9:00 am
TN: Muller-Catoir MussbacherEselshaut Rieslaner Auslese '95...(short/boring)

Last post by LarryA « August 14th, 2019, 7:53 am
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by TomHill » August 12th, 2019, 8:00 am

Tried this last week:
1. Muller-Catoir Mussbacher Eselshaut Rieslaner Auslese Pfalz (8.0%; QmP; Ap.Nr. 5 174 079 16 96; TerryTheiseImprts) Reustadt...

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Last post by LarryA
August 14th, 2019, 7:53 am
SQN offer out

Last post by Jeff_M. « August 14th, 2019, 7:45 am
Replies: 48
by c fu » August 1st, 2019, 10:35 am

Just got an email that the offer is out.

2017 Syrah The Hated Hunter

2017 Grenache The Gorgeous Victim

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Last post by Jeff_M.
August 14th, 2019, 7:45 am
24 Hours In Oregon Wine Country

Last post by JDavisRoby « August 14th, 2019, 7:25 am
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by JDavisRoby » August 5th, 2019, 7:02 pm

Have about 24 hours to explore Oregon wine in late September. Land at PDX at 11 AM and have to be back at PDX in time to catch a 2:45 PM flight next...

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Last post by JDavisRoby
August 14th, 2019, 7:25 am
Rreally Rrandom wines

Last post by Markus S « August 14th, 2019, 4:33 am
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by Dan Kravitz » August 13th, 2019, 6:15 pm

A mixed bag after a working team meeting in Chicago. Not very many wines noted, because most were things I import (sigh). I do have a plan to get...

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Last post by Markus S
August 14th, 2019, 4:33 am
Texas 2019 Weather and Prospective Vintage Report

Last post by Markus S « August 14th, 2019, 4:26 am
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by Mike Miller » August 13th, 2019, 3:12 am

Now I’ve seen everything! From my hometown fish wrap.

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Last post by Markus S
August 14th, 2019, 4:26 am
Rochioli small block offering

Last post by Nevin Miller « August 13th, 2019, 10:28 pm
Replies: 17
by Len Stevens » July 23rd, 2019, 12:21 pm

After nearly a 12 year wait, I finally made The List ...this is my favorite domestic wine, so I am thrilled. I purchased some Chardonnay earlier this...

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Last post by Nevin Miller
August 13th, 2019, 10:28 pm
Water quality agency claims vintner’s business improperly cleared Cloverdale land

Last post by P@u1_M3nk3s « August 13th, 2019, 9:57 pm
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by mbeckman » August 13th, 2019, 8:26 am

Now we can argue whether or not Rhys actually was treated differently than KJ (or Foley) would have been in the same situation.

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Last post by P@u1_M3nk3s
August 13th, 2019, 9:57 pm
Question re 2017 PYCM Corton Charlemagne

Last post by Rauno E (NZ) « August 13th, 2019, 9:34 pm
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by pnitze » August 13th, 2019, 6:51 pm

I have a question for William Kelley and others who have tracked the PYCM wines for several vintages, particularly the Corton Charlemagne. This was...

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Last post by Rauno E (NZ)
August 13th, 2019, 9:34 pm
Dallas Modern Wine Cellar Construction

Last post by Joe S. « August 13th, 2019, 8:18 pm
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by K John Joseph » August 13th, 2019, 12:51 pm

Folks,

I'm in a new home that has a couple of possible spots for a relatively small but hopefully attractive and tasteful wine cellar install. Not a...

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Last post by Joe S.
August 13th, 2019, 8:18 pm
Official Costco Thread

Last post by KevinK « August 13th, 2019, 8:14 pm
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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 KevinK
August 13th, 2019, 8:14 pm
TN: 1979 Joseph Drouhin Beaune 1er Cru Clos des Mouches

Last post by Doug Lee « August 13th, 2019, 7:30 pm
Replies: 34
by Doug Lee » August 7th, 2019, 9:07 am

Came across this bottle in a Cannon Beach wine shop and went for it. Crumbly, wine soaked cork. Surprisingly opaque ruby color. Billowing, piercing...

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Last post by Doug Lee
August 13th, 2019, 7:30 pm
Some British Columbia Wineries

Last post by Mike Grammer « August 13th, 2019, 7:04 pm
Replies: 18
by GregT » July 31st, 2019, 3:54 pm

I don't recall reading much about this region, so while I usually don't post much about wine trips or wine tasting, this area seemed to be...

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Last post by Mike Grammer
August 13th, 2019, 7:04 pm
The ultimate in excessibe ballerness

Last post by K_F_o_l_e_y « August 13th, 2019, 6:21 pm
Replies: 35
by Kelly Walker » August 5th, 2019, 10:09 pm

For your consideration:

Liber Pater

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Last post by K_F_o_l_e_y
August 13th, 2019, 6:21 pm
Which one?

Last post by Dan Kravitz « August 13th, 2019, 6:17 pm
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by Mich@el Ch@ng » August 13th, 2019, 1:25 pm

If you were going to open something in the near term would you open 2002 Drouhin-Laroze Clos de Beze or 2001 Lambrays?

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Last post by Dan Kravitz
August 13th, 2019, 6:17 pm
Anyone seen, gotten, or received any 2015 Benetiere yet?

Last post by Robert Panzer « August 13th, 2019, 5:41 pm
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by Markus S » May 17th, 2019, 7:25 pm
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Like Godot, still waiting.
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Last post by Robert Panzer
August 13th, 2019, 5:41 pm
PSA: Patricia Green Patty Green Cellars Commemorative Willamette Valley

Last post by Kirk.Grant « August 13th, 2019, 5:28 pm

by Kirk.Grant » August 13th, 2019, 5:28 pm

I thought everyone on the board would like to know that they're selling these at the winery now.

$62 and a blend from 25 vineyard sources from...

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Last post by Kirk.Grant
August 13th, 2019, 5:28 pm
Carlisle 2019 Summer Release

Last post by markjchambers « August 13th, 2019, 5:16 pm
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by AD Northup » July 17th, 2019, 6:14 am
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Last post by markjchambers
August 13th, 2019, 5:16 pm
2006 Hamilton Russell Pinot Noir

Last post by Adam Frisch « August 13th, 2019, 5:05 pm
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by Michael S. Monie » January 10th, 2019, 3:43 pm

2006 was apparently a very good vintage for this wine. I bought a case upon release but had not had one in a couple of years. Aromas of roses and...

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Last post by Adam Frisch
August 13th, 2019, 5:05 pm
Ceritas - Save the date 8/8/19

Last post by Russ Williams « August 13th, 2019, 4:46 pm
Replies: 33
by mattcitrang » August 1st, 2019, 8:38 am

FALL 2019 RELEASE

THURSDAY / AUGUST 8TH / 8AM PACIFIC

Dear Friends,

We are excited to release our FALL 2017 vintage wines to you this coming...

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Last post by Russ Williams
August 13th, 2019, 4:46 pm
TN: 2009 R. Lopez Heredia Rose - Vina Tondonia

Last post by EHeffner « August 13th, 2019, 4:42 pm
Replies: 53
by Rich Brown » July 25th, 2019, 6:24 pm
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Last post by EHeffner
August 13th, 2019, 4:42 pm
TN: 2015 Jérôme Chezeaux Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Les Suchots

Last post by Robert Panzer « August 13th, 2019, 12:57 pm
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by josh bryer » August 11th, 2019, 8:08 pm

2015 Jérôme Chezeaux Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Les Suchots - France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru (8/11/2019)

Rich dark red and blue...

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Last post by Robert Panzer
August 13th, 2019, 12:57 pm
Best wines since the beginning of 2019

Last post by Billy Norris « August 13th, 2019, 9:35 am
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by Laurent Gibet » March 11th, 2019, 9:13 am
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3 classic wines from nebbiolo :
Barolo Massolino Parussi 2011 : 18/20
Barolo Burlotto Acclivi 2013 : 18/20
Barolo Rinaldi Tre Tine 2011 : 18/20

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Last post by Billy Norris
August 13th, 2019, 9:35 am
2002 Domaine Michel Gros HCdN Bourgogne Rouge

Last post by Robert Sand « August 13th, 2019, 8:26 am
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by Nathan Smyth » August 11th, 2019, 6:46 pm

2002 Domaine Michel Gros Hautes Cotes de Nuits Bourgogne Rouge

Varietally correct.

Good acid.

Nice bricking with accompanying brownish...

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Last post by Robert Sand
August 13th, 2019, 8:26 am
Lunch with 12 Spanish wines and 3 from Portugal from vintages from 52` 64`, 76` 83` and younger

Last post by Blake Brown « August 13th, 2019, 7:56 am
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by Blake Brown » August 12th, 2019, 4:56 pm

Our lunch group enjoyed another excellent luncheon at our esteemed venue, The Santa Barbara Club, in our dedicated Library Room. In keeping with the...

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Last post by Blake Brown
August 13th, 2019, 7:56 am
TN: 2002 Louis Roederer Champagne Cristal Brut (France, Champagne)

Last post by Blake Brown « August 13th, 2019, 7:49 am
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by D@vid Bu3ker » August 13th, 2019, 4:55 am

2002 Louis Roederer Champagne Cristal Brut - France, Champagne (8/12/2019)
30th anniversary celebration weekend, so go big!

I don't drink much...

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Last post by Blake Brown
August 13th, 2019, 7:49 am
What is Torrefaction?

Last post by Howard Cooper « August 13th, 2019, 6:14 am
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by Leonard Taylor » August 9th, 2019, 6:30 am

I read a review of the 2005 Colgin IX Syrah by Tanzer with the following quote: Reticent, wild aromas of black fruits and licorice, with a distinct...

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Last post by Howard Cooper
August 13th, 2019, 6:14 am
TN: 2016 Chateau Les Carmes Haut Brion, Pessac-Leognan

Last post by Howard Cooper « August 13th, 2019, 6:05 am
Replies: 45
by Robert.A.Jr. » August 9th, 2019, 4:27 pm

I am surprised by this wine, it is not what I expected.

With a Leve 99, I was thinking blood sugar liquid sex mocha magix.

It’s not that at all. In...

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Last post by Howard Cooper
August 13th, 2019, 6:05 am
TN: Five Calif Syrahs...(short/boring)

Last post by TomHill « August 13th, 2019, 5:31 am
Replies: 3
by TomHill » August 12th, 2019, 8:41 am

Tried these 5 over the last week:
1. Novy Syrah DryCreekVlly (14.3%) 2006 : Med.dark color w/ some bricking; some toasty/pencilly/Siduri oak slight...

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Last post by TomHill
August 13th, 2019, 5:31 am
TN: 2011 Domaine Bernard Baudry Chinon La Croix Boissée

Last post by Julian Marshall « August 13th, 2019, 3:37 am
Replies: 12
by Robert.A.Jr. » August 11th, 2019, 5:12 pm

Not a heralded vintage for Loire Cabernet Franc, but I did still buy my regular allocation from a few producers, including Baudry’s flagship wine,...

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Last post by Julian Marshall
August 13th, 2019, 3:37 am
TN: 2017 Broc Cellars 'Wirth Vineyard' Zinfandel

Last post by Kent Comley « August 12th, 2019, 10:38 pm
Replies: 4
by Kent Comley » August 11th, 2019, 2:47 pm

I don't drink a lot of Zin, in fact would never think to order it and this may be my first one for a decade, but when an importer I work with sent me...

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Last post by Kent Comley
August 12th, 2019, 10:38 pm
TN: 2014 Bernard Levet Côte-Rôtie La Chavaroche

Last post by c fu « August 12th, 2019, 8:30 pm
Replies: 9
by Dale McClaran » August 11th, 2019, 10:32 am

2014 Bernard Levet Côte-Rôtie La Chavaroche - France, Rhône, Northern Rhône, Côte-Rôtie (8/11/2019)
Decanted 7 hrs. Once this hit my glass, I was...

9 Replies

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Last post by c fu
August 12th, 2019, 8:30 pm
Finger Lakes Updates?

Last post by Clayton Wai-Poi « August 12th, 2019, 7:51 pm
Replies: 26
by David K o l i n » July 27th, 2019, 2:47 pm

We’re going to be dropping off our son at Syracuse in a couple of weeks, and will have a couple of days to tool around in the Finger Lakes. I haven’t...

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Last post by Clayton Wai-Poi
August 12th, 2019, 7:51 pm
Just hit the 1K milestone

Last post by Sc0tt F!tzger@ld « August 12th, 2019, 7:01 pm
Replies: 64
by Sc0tt F!tzger@ld » August 9th, 2019, 6:46 pm
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Just hit 1,000 bottles of inventory in CT after buying a few mags from Envoyer today. Not sure if I should head down the mountain or keep climbing....
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Last post by Sc0tt F!tzger@ld
August 12th, 2019, 7:01 pm
Black Cat Cabernet 2006 and Black Cat Special Selection 2014

Last post by Merrill Lindquist « August 12th, 2019, 3:04 pm
Replies: 16
by Joe Davis » August 7th, 2019, 5:09 pm

Had the pleasure of visiting with Merrill Lindquist at her EMH vineyard outside of Calistoga near the Solange Resort last week. She had just returned...

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Last post by Merrill Lindquist
August 12th, 2019, 3:04 pm
PSA: Fête Blanc At Barndiva Garden August 18, 2019

Last post by Tom DeBiase « August 12th, 2019, 1:31 pm
Replies: 2
by Tom DeBiase » August 11th, 2019, 1:20 pm

If anyone in the Bay Area is interested The annual Fête Blanc is at Barndiva in Healdsburg on August 18, 2019. There are a lot (over 35) quality...

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Last post by Tom DeBiase
August 12th, 2019, 1:31 pm
Domaine la Fourmone

Last post by Jonathan Loesberg « August 12th, 2019, 12:52 pm
Replies: 3
by Daniel McIntosh » August 9th, 2019, 8:00 am

Has anyone here tried the wines of this domaine in Vacqueyras? This was a really random find for me driving around the Ventoux. I tasted through 4...

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Last post by Jonathan Loesberg
August 12th, 2019, 12:52 pm
Failla concrete Chard

Last post by Joe Chanley « August 12th, 2019, 12:20 pm
Replies: 10
by Adam Frisch » August 3rd, 2019, 1:54 pm

My winemaker friend up in SLO corked this up when I last visited. Not normally a huge Chard fan, but this blew my mind. Clean and mineral driven with...

10 Replies

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Last post by Joe Chanley
August 12th, 2019, 12:20 pm
AFWE confessions - aka let us make Alfert feel better

Last post by Pat Martin « August 12th, 2019, 12:16 pm
Replies: 88
by Howard Cooper » August 8th, 2019, 4:53 am
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We have all had a wonderful time making fun of Ovid Alfert and his recent foray into the land of Rolland. But, I have to believe that most of us have...
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Last post by Pat Martin
August 12th, 2019, 12:16 pm
Additive curious, looking for a Mega Purple source.

Last post by Gabe Berk « August 12th, 2019, 10:55 am
Replies: 32
by Anton D » May 7th, 2019, 5:07 pm

I've been reading about things that can show up in wine and I want to experiment.

Does anybody know where one can purchase small amounts of Mega...

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Last post by Gabe Berk
August 12th, 2019, 10:55 am
TN: Alban Roussanne Estate '98...(short/boring)

Last post by larry schaffer « August 12th, 2019, 10:33 am
Replies: 3
by TomHill » August 12th, 2019, 4:53 am

Dug this one out of the archives last night:
1. AlbanVnyds Roussanne AlbanEstateVnyd/EdnaVlly (14.4%) 1998 : Deep golden/burnished bronze somewhat...

3 Replies

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Last post by larry schaffer
August 12th, 2019, 10:33 am
TN--magical bottle of burg for a birthday celebration

Last post by Mike Grammer « August 12th, 2019, 10:21 am
Replies: 6
by Mike Grammer » August 11th, 2019, 5:43 pm

The birthday was my very good friend Heather's. With friends Jay Shampur (both of them are in my current profile picture with me) and Michael Wright,...

6 Replies

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Last post by Mike Grammer
August 12th, 2019, 10:21 am
Krug and Taittinger Comtes

Last post by R. Frankel « August 12th, 2019, 8:35 am
Replies: 2
by Mark Golodetz » August 12th, 2019, 8:14 am

Seems like they are at two ends of the spectrum, both brilliant and yet so different. Taittinger is light bodied, incredibly fragrant and has a...

2 Replies

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Last post by R. Frankel
August 12th, 2019, 8:35 am
EuroCave versus Vino Temp Cooler unit - any thoughts or experience to determine?

Last post by Chris D « August 12th, 2019, 7:20 am
Replies: 39
by William Gladstone » July 13th, 2019, 6:09 pm

Sorry to trouble folks,
I've changed the headline, and body of the message, not sure if that is HOYLE?

I see so many people recommend VINOTEMP or...

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Last post by Chris D
August 12th, 2019, 7:20 am
My go to wine

Last post by Mark Golodetz « August 12th, 2019, 6:04 am
Replies: 2
by Mich@el Ch@ng » August 11th, 2019, 8:27 pm

This year my go to when I want something delicious is 2015 JF Mugnier NSG 1er Clos de la Marenchale. Just delicious.

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Last post by Mark Golodetz
August 12th, 2019, 6:04 am
TN: Two bottles of the same wine exactly one year apart

Last post by Mel Hill « August 12th, 2019, 5:50 am
Replies: 3
by D@vid Bu3ker » August 12th, 2019, 5:34 am

2004 Perrier-Jouët Champagne Belle Epoque - France, Champagne (8/10/2019)
Same exact note from precisely one year ago, except this time we had it...

3 Replies

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Last post by Mel Hill
August 12th, 2019, 5:50 am
TN: 2016 Chateau Musar Rosé

Last post by Otto Forsberg « August 12th, 2019, 5:35 am
Replies: 9
by Kirk.Grant » August 11th, 2019, 4:38 pm

2016 Chateau Musar Rosé - Lebanon, Bekaa Valley (8/11/2019)
This is more of a pale rosé in color. Initially scents of watermelon, yellow delicious...

9 Replies

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Last post by Otto Forsberg
August 12th, 2019, 5:35 am
Bourbon barrels not just for bourbon...

Last post by Paul Miller « August 12th, 2019, 5:25 am
Replies: 21
by Nate Simon » August 5th, 2019, 4:25 pm

The horror continues, and it appears to be spreading…
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Last post by Paul Miller
August 12th, 2019, 5:25 am
TN: 2015 Jean-Claude Ramonet Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseignères

Last post by dcornutt « August 12th, 2019, 2:35 am
Replies: 7
by Jeremy Holmes » August 11th, 2019, 2:45 am

2015 Jean-Claude Ramonet Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseignères - France, Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Puligny-Montrachet (8/11/2019)
Ripe peach fruits are...

7 Replies

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Last post by dcornutt
August 12th, 2019, 2:35 am
1987 Yamhill Valley Pinot salamanzar!!!!

Last post by PeterJ « August 11th, 2019, 8:20 pm
Replies: 8
by PeterJ » August 10th, 2019, 11:23 pm

A friend has been gifted a Salamanzar of 1987 Yamhill Valley Vineyards Estate Reserve Pinot Noir. The provenance is not clear but he thinks it’s...

8 Replies

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Last post by PeterJ
August 11th, 2019, 8:20 pm
TNs: 2017 Myriad Cabs, Napa Valley and Round Pond

Last post by Anthony Iezzi « August 11th, 2019, 6:40 pm
Replies: 14
by Brian Tuite » August 9th, 2019, 10:43 pm

2017 Myriad Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley - USA, California, Napa Valley (8/9/2019)
Haven’t seen any notes on this wine yet so hopefully...

14 Replies

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Last post by Anthony Iezzi
August 11th, 2019, 6:40 pm
The 2015 Kutch Wines....Done Blind With The OC Gang

Last post by Frank Murray III « August 11th, 2019, 6:27 pm
Replies: 20
by Frank Murray III » April 12th, 2017, 10:16 am

2015 KUTCH WINES....DONE BLIND WITH THE GANG - Maro Wood Grill in Laguna Beach, CA (4/11/2017)

Thank you to Jamie for as I call it 'bringing the...

20 Replies

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Last post by Frank Murray III
August 11th, 2019, 6:27 pm
TN: EtXe Oneko Pisano Tannat Sweet Red NV...(short/boring)

Last post by TomHill « August 11th, 2019, 4:44 pm

by TomHill » August 11th, 2019, 4:44 pm

Tried this last night w/ some seriously good caramel/sea salt chocolate:
1. EtXe Oneko Pisano Tannat Sweet Red Wine (16.5%; Recioto & Amarone; Plntd:...

0 Replies

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Last post by TomHill
August 11th, 2019, 4:44 pm
Ridge American Oak Article

Last post by Mel Knox « August 11th, 2019, 4:26 pm
Replies: 47
by Wes Barton » August 8th, 2019, 4:52 pm

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Last post by Mel Knox
August 11th, 2019, 4:26 pm
TN: Dom.PhilemOn Jurancon Noir '15...(short/boring)

Last post by TomHill « August 11th, 2019, 4:20 pm

by TomHill » August 11th, 2019, 4:20 pm

Tried this w/ Susan Fri:
1. Dom.PhilemOn JuranconNoir IGP: Cotes du Tarn/Gaillac (13%; Pet-Nat; WineTraditionsLtd/FallsChurch; MeBaD)...

0 Replies

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Last post by TomHill
August 11th, 2019, 4:20 pm
Anyone opening good wine for the 4th, or is it a beer day ?

Last post by Sarah S « August 11th, 2019, 2:39 pm
Replies: 57
by Jonathan Sirot » July 4th, 2019, 9:39 am
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As most everyone is celebrating in some fashion, I am curious if folks are opening up any interesting wines ? If I was attending a party outside,...
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Last post by Sarah S
August 11th, 2019, 2:39 pm
Thoughts on making this Crude Basement space a cellar

Last post by George Hejna « August 11th, 2019, 1:30 pm
Replies: 14
by Robert M yers » August 10th, 2019, 9:27 pm

I currently have 3 stand up units in my basement and really don’t want to buy a 4th! So I’m looking at how I can better insulate this room to...

14 Replies

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Last post by George Hejna
August 11th, 2019, 1:30 pm
Truchot vs. Tremblay

Last post by Howard Cooper « August 11th, 2019, 12:04 pm
Replies: 22
by Howard Cooper » March 31st, 2019, 5:05 am

Last night, got together with friends and drank a 2001 Truchot Charmes Chambertin together with a 2006 Cecile Tremblay Chapelle Chambertin....

22 Replies

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Last post by Howard Cooper
August 11th, 2019, 12:04 pm
Wine preservation systems - which do you recommend?

Last post by K_F_o_l_e_y « August 11th, 2019, 11:31 am
Replies: 92
by Todd F r e n c h » July 30th, 2019, 7:27 pm
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Obviously if you want to go big, Coravin is the answer, but I'm not interested in that kind of spend right at the moment. I've been using Winesave...
92 Replies

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Last post by K_F_o_l_e_y
August 11th, 2019, 11:31 am
TN: 1969 Mayacamas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon

Last post by alan weinberg « August 11th, 2019, 9:47 am
Replies: 20
by Robert.A.Jr. » August 5th, 2019, 11:20 am

Close to impeccable condition on the bottle. Clean label with just a few nicks. High should fill. Cork level fine. Capsule still spins.

Cork tip...

20 Replies

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Last post by alan weinberg
August 11th, 2019, 9:47 am
Cold calls from wineries?

Last post by T. Williams « August 11th, 2019, 7:10 am
Replies: 16
by Alex N » August 7th, 2019, 5:54 pm

Anyone else getting these? Is this a new thing? Not like the recent SQN list call, but an actual sales call from a winery I've purchased from in the...

16 Replies

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Last post by T. Williams
August 11th, 2019, 7:10 am
Which Burg would you go for? Daniel Rion '95 vs Domaine Fourrier '96

Last post by billnanson « August 11th, 2019, 3:40 am
Replies: 34
by andrewz » August 8th, 2019, 12:51 pm

Hey all

Long time lurker but first time poster. I've learned a ton from reading the threads on here.

I'm planning a dinner where we will be...

34 Replies

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Last post by billnanson
August 11th, 2019, 3:40 am
TNs: '00 Grivot Beauxmonts, '14 Barthod Charmes

Last post by A Songeur « August 11th, 2019, 3:28 am
Replies: 16
by josh bryer » August 8th, 2019, 9:21 pm

One great and one not so great bottle from the last couple evenings....

2014 Ghislane Barthod Chambolle 1er Charmes:
This is showing a hint of...

16 Replies

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Last post by A Songeur
August 11th, 2019, 3:28 am
TN: 2004 Camille Savès Champagne Grand Cru Brut Millésimé Bouzy

Last post by IlkkaL « August 10th, 2019, 11:21 pm

by IlkkaL » August 10th, 2019, 11:21 pm

Finally got myself to buy some Zalto Universal glasses yesterday and naturally had to break them in with something decent. I suppose I will be using...

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August 10th, 2019, 11:21 pm

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