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2016 Barolo Notes (added Vajra Barolo Ravera & Coste di Rose)

Last post by F.Daner « January 25th, 2021, 10:41 am
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by J D o v e » November 2nd, 2020, 6:34 pm
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Couple more F. Alessandria 2016s tasted over a couple of nights this weekend. Did Osso Buco (sous vide) last tonight with Risotto Milanese — great...
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Last post by F.Daner
January 25th, 2021, 10:41 am
The Halcon style.

Last post by Paul Gordon « January 25th, 2021, 10:34 am
Replies: 71
by LasseK » January 19th, 2021, 10:57 am
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Help a poor Dane out here.

So from reading this forum, i have become very curious about Halcon's Alturas Syrah.

I have seen it described as old...
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Last post by Paul Gordon
January 25th, 2021, 10:34 am
Off Site Storage in NYC area

Last post by John Morris « January 25th, 2021, 10:34 am
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by Alan Comroe » January 25th, 2021, 8:46 am

Has anyone heard of or used Liquid Asset Storage in Yaphank NY (Long Island). It looks like they are part of Sokolin Wines. In the past I had used...

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Last post by John Morris
January 25th, 2021, 10:34 am
End 2020 - Beginning 2021 interesting wines (and also a few relative disappointments)

Last post by Laurent Gibet « January 25th, 2021, 9:40 am
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by Laurent Gibet » January 13th, 2021, 3:26 am

Arbois Authentique Jérôme Arnoux 2016 : 17/20
Discovery. Savagnin non ouillé, very pure/long.

Champagne JM Sélèque Solessense rosé : 17,5/20...

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Last post by Laurent Gibet
January 25th, 2021, 9:40 am
Ch. Canon

Last post by Faryan Amir-Ghassem¡ « January 25th, 2021, 9:39 am
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by Ramon C » January 24th, 2021, 6:35 am

1979 Ch. Canon, St. Emilion

Pachelbel scored his with a D.
I give this classic an A minus.

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Last post by Faryan Amir-Ghassem¡
January 25th, 2021, 9:39 am
TN: 1999 Chateau Magdelaine, St. Emilion

Last post by Jayson Cohen « January 25th, 2021, 9:00 am
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by Robert.A.Jr. » January 23rd, 2021, 6:07 pm

This is a really lovely Magdelaine, but not necessarily a profound Magdelaine. It’s in prime drinking window, unlike some other more significant...

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Last post by Jayson Cohen
January 25th, 2021, 9:00 am
TN: 1989 Catherine et Pierre Breton Bourgueil Les Perrières

Last post by Doug Lee « January 25th, 2021, 7:52 am
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by Doug Lee » January 24th, 2021, 9:58 am

1989 Catherine et Pierre Breton Bourgueil Les Perrières - France, Loire Valley, Touraine, Bourgueil (1/23/2021)
Decanted for about 60 minutes and...

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Last post by Doug Lee
January 25th, 2021, 7:52 am
The World's Biggest Wine Lovers

Last post by joz€f p1nxten « January 25th, 2021, 5:51 am
Replies: 35
by Tomás Costa » January 16th, 2021, 5:55 am

That was me, sorry!

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Last post by joz€f p1nxten
January 25th, 2021, 5:51 am
2009 Zilliken "Rausch" Kabinett - summer in the glass

Last post by Howard Cooper « January 25th, 2021, 5:11 am
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by Martin Zwick » January 25th, 2021, 4:35 am

2009 Zilliken (Forstmeister Geltz) Saarburger Rausch Riesling Kabinett

Beautiful……….summer in the glass.

First you notice a very (!) juicy fruit...

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Last post by Howard Cooper
January 25th, 2021, 5:11 am
Ramonet Blancs 2018s

Last post by J.Vizuete « January 25th, 2021, 5:05 am
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by dcornutt » January 24th, 2021, 3:27 pm

Heads up.

These wines are absolutely stunning. Riper and bigger palates than 2017 but expressing the sites well. I don't have the Grand Crus but...

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Last post by J.Vizuete
January 25th, 2021, 5:05 am
TN: 2016 Camus-Bruchon - Savigny-lès-Beaune "Aux Grands Liards" Vieilles Vignes (France, Burgundy, Savigny-lès-Beaune)

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « January 25th, 2021, 4:57 am
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by Brian G r a f s t r o m » January 24th, 2021, 10:11 pm

2016 Domaine Camus-Bruchon & Fils Savigny-lès-Beaune Aux Grands Liards Vieilles Vignes - France, Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Savigny-lès-Beaune...

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Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng
January 25th, 2021, 4:57 am
TN: 2018 Domaine Marc Kreydenweiss Pinot Blanc La Fontaine aux Enfants (France, Alsace)

Last post by IlkkaL « January 25th, 2021, 12:13 am
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by IlkkaL » January 23rd, 2021, 11:39 am

In my mind Kreydenweiss is a rather respectable producer but since I drink maybe one bottle of Alsatian wine a year I can’t remember when I last had...

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Last post by IlkkaL
January 25th, 2021, 12:13 am
best pairings

Last post by Emily Richer « January 24th, 2021, 11:49 pm
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by Joseph Grassa » January 15th, 2021, 8:16 am
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Curious to what people have felt have been some of the best pairings they have ever had, in the sense that the food pairing helped improve the wine...
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Last post by Emily Richer
January 24th, 2021, 11:49 pm
The Garagiste Thread (The Great Enabler) Back to Life

Last post by Andrew A r n t f i e l d « January 24th, 2021, 11:17 pm
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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 Andrew A r n t f i e l d
January 24th, 2021, 11:17 pm
Tn: 2014 Kosta Browne Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast

Last post by Anton D « January 24th, 2021, 10:14 pm
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by Scott E. » January 24th, 2021, 7:32 pm

I know KB is not a real popular producer here so I'll be brief... Needed several hours of air to unfurl. Extreme depth of fruit along with excellent...

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Last post by Anton D
January 24th, 2021, 10:14 pm
TN: 2005 R. López de Heredia Rioja Reserva Viña Tondonia

Last post by Vince T « January 24th, 2021, 9:29 pm
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by Dale McClaran » March 31st, 2019, 9:51 am

2005 R. López de Heredia Rioja Reserva Viña Tondonia - Spain, La Rioja, La Rioja Alta, Rioja (3/31/2019)
Decanted 6hrs. Showing small traces of oak...

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Last post by Vince T
January 24th, 2021, 9:29 pm
retail behavior

Last post by JBrochu « January 24th, 2021, 9:18 pm
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by Mike S. » January 24th, 2021, 1:26 pm

I purchased two bottles of champagne from a local wine shop (Los Angeles) on line. I received a confirmation and my credit card was charged. I then...

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Last post by JBrochu
January 24th, 2021, 9:18 pm
TN: 2004 Vignobles Laplace Madiran (France, Southwest France, Madiran)

Last post by Rich K0rz€nk0 « January 24th, 2021, 7:42 pm

by Rich K0rz€nk0 » January 24th, 2021, 7:42 pm

2004 Vignobles Laplace Madiran - France, Southwest France, Madiran (1/24/2021)
Can't believe this thing was 10 bucks 17 or so years ago. Talk about...

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Last post by Rich K0rz€nk0
January 24th, 2021, 7:42 pm
TN: 2017 Burgs at Home via Coravin

Last post by Charlie Carnes « January 24th, 2021, 7:18 pm
Replies: 5
by Ethan Abraham » January 8th, 2021, 1:38 pm

Ordered some wines from a new store and already over the free shipping, so figured I'd add some 2017 burgs to give them a go. Both showed well, and...

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Last post by Charlie Carnes
January 24th, 2021, 7:18 pm
Which Carlisle are you drinking?

Last post by Scott E. « January 24th, 2021, 7:16 pm
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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 Scott E.
January 24th, 2021, 7:16 pm
Sami-Odi New Releases

Last post by Tom G l a s g o w « January 24th, 2021, 7:04 pm
Replies: 12
by Jeremy Holmes » January 14th, 2021, 6:33 pm

Fraser and Andrea McKinley were kind enough to give us a pre-release sample of their two new wines. Both really good.

N.V. Sami-Odi Shiraz Little...

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Last post by Tom G l a s g o w
January 24th, 2021, 7:04 pm
Not much Australia talk here...

Last post by Tom G l a s g o w « January 24th, 2021, 7:03 pm
Replies: 88
by ChrisWolff » January 17th, 2021, 6:45 pm
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Curious as to why there is not much Australian wine talk here. I’m sure it’s a combination of factors, but wondering what is the biggest
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Last post by Tom G l a s g o w
January 24th, 2021, 7:03 pm
TN: 1999 Cerbaiona (Molinari) Brunello di Montalcino

Last post by JMReuter « January 24th, 2021, 6:36 pm
Replies: 10
by Todd Tucker » January 22nd, 2021, 8:34 pm

1999 Cerbaiona (Molinari) Brunello di Montalcino - Italy, Tuscany, Montalcino, Brunello di Montalcino (1/21/2021)
Decanted and drunk over several...

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Last post by JMReuter
January 24th, 2021, 6:36 pm
2018 Maybach release

Last post by ScottieB « January 24th, 2021, 6:16 pm
Replies: 63
by cjsavino » January 13th, 2021, 4:07 pm
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Email for next week.

Greetings from the Winery.
With pleasure we announce our upcoming annual release.
Time: Tuesday, January 19, 2021 -- 9AM (PST)...
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Last post by ScottieB
January 24th, 2021, 6:16 pm
TN: Wittmann Riesling Estate 2018

Last post by Jan Janas « January 24th, 2021, 5:35 pm
Replies: 12
by Jan Janas » January 15th, 2021, 2:10 am

At first, very powerful and concentrated, quite creamy and ripe, with a juicy, yellow peach fruit core and an ample mouthfeel, showing the mark of...

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Last post by Jan Janas
January 24th, 2021, 5:35 pm
What Bedrock wine are you drinking tonight?

Last post by AD Northup « January 24th, 2021, 5:15 pm
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by Joe B » February 12th, 2015, 6:20 pm
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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 AD Northup
January 24th, 2021, 5:15 pm
TN: Trio of Chablis

Last post by Kris Patten « January 24th, 2021, 4:45 pm
Replies: 3
by Kris Patten » January 24th, 2021, 9:30 am

Dug into some recent arrivals from Garagiste.

2017 Denis Race 1er Mont de Milleu definitely shows the acid driven, mineral, citrus side of Chablis....

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Last post by Kris Patten
January 24th, 2021, 4:45 pm
TN: 2018 Jean Foillard Morgon Côte du Py

Last post by Napoleon G « January 24th, 2021, 4:40 pm
Replies: 67
by Sean S y d n e y » August 2nd, 2020, 4:21 pm
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I admit to being a bit concerned after seeing this end up at 14.5% ABV and a couple of other reports from fellow Berserkers but my fears are...
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Last post by Napoleon G
January 24th, 2021, 4:40 pm
TN: 2006 Luciano Sandrone Barolo Cannubi Boschis (Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barolo)

Last post by k s h i n « January 24th, 2021, 4:22 pm
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by k s h i n » December 5th, 2011, 8:21 pm

2006 Luciano Sandrone Barolo Cannubi Boschis - Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barolo (12/5/2011)
Receiving the winter Newsletter from Sandrone, I gambled...

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Last post by k s h i n
January 24th, 2021, 4:22 pm
Wine Shop Recommendations in Brea/Anaheim/Fullerton

Last post by Mike Hert « January 24th, 2021, 4:03 pm
Replies: 22
by Mike P. » December 10th, 2014, 9:46 pm

Any suggestions on wine shops within those 3 cities? I'm tired of driving to Pasadena, CA everytime I'm looking for something special for the...

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Last post by Mike Hert
January 24th, 2021, 4:03 pm
Bottles of Smith Haut Lafitte return from space station

Last post by Jim Brennan « January 24th, 2021, 2:48 pm
Replies: 4
by Mark Golodetz » January 24th, 2021, 1:04 pm

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Last post by Jim Brennan
January 24th, 2021, 2:48 pm
Does anyone else prefer Champagne to not be overly yeasty?

Last post by Howard Cooper « January 24th, 2021, 2:43 pm
Replies: 46
by Lowell C » January 23rd, 2021, 12:39 pm

I've been getting really into Champagne over the last few months (wine in general, but especially Champagne/sparkling).

The other night I had a...

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Last post by Howard Cooper
January 24th, 2021, 2:43 pm
TN: Bollinger PN VZ15

Last post by KyleC « January 24th, 2021, 1:22 pm
Replies: 11
by Mich@el Ch@ng » January 23rd, 2021, 5:18 pm

This is superb. Laser-like focus, zingy acidity, minerality, but richness and gulpability in an extra brut. I love this champagne.

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Last post by KyleC
January 24th, 2021, 1:22 pm
2018 Scarecrow Release

Last post by JMReuter « January 24th, 2021, 12:33 pm
Replies: 59
by KyleC » January 21st, 2021, 3:05 pm
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Last post by JMReuter
January 24th, 2021, 12:33 pm
TN: The seduction and disappointment in German Spätburgunders

Last post by Claus Jeppesen « January 24th, 2021, 11:45 am
Replies: 30
by Otto Forsberg » January 22nd, 2021, 8:04 am

Quite early on I learned that German Spätburgunders were a gamble. I knew that some producers make truly world-class Pinot Noir in Germany, the best...

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Last post by Claus Jeppesen
January 24th, 2021, 11:45 am
Wine touring in the time of Covid: Portugal

Last post by Tomás Costa « January 24th, 2021, 11:28 am
Replies: 22
by Jim Stewart » November 14th, 2020, 9:48 am

In this time of Covid, our normal travel adventures have been restricted. And maybe we have let ourselves be even more limited by lack of imagination...

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Last post by Tomás Costa
January 24th, 2021, 11:28 am
TN: 2016 Montefioralle Chianti Classico Riserva

Last post by Ron Erickson « January 24th, 2021, 10:29 am
Replies: 3
by B. Buzzini » January 22nd, 2021, 4:46 pm

2016 Montefioralle Chianti Classico Riserva - Italy, Tuscany, Chianti, Chianti Classico DOCG (1/22/2021)
WOW this is structured with minerality!...

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Last post by Ron Erickson
January 24th, 2021, 10:29 am
TN: 2016 Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco

Last post by G. D y e r « January 24th, 2021, 10:27 am
Replies: 137
by Martin Zwick » November 13th, 2019, 11:21 pm
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2016 Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco

After the first sip you immediately know this is a magnificent wine and magnificent vintage. Its this...
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Last post by G. D y e r
January 24th, 2021, 10:27 am
Sky Zinfandel Anyone?

Last post by Benjamin Hand « January 24th, 2021, 9:58 am
Replies: 77
by Tom Lee » September 20th, 2018, 6:37 pm
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Now that Bedrock is doing a Sky Vineyard Zinfandel it occurred to me I have never had a Zinfandel from Sky Winery ( Morgan seemed to speak reverently...
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Last post by Benjamin Hand
January 24th, 2021, 9:58 am
TN: Beze and Suchots

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « January 24th, 2021, 9:42 am
Replies: 3
by Andrew K. » January 23rd, 2021, 8:12 pm

2017 Gérard Mugneret Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Les Suchots - France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru (1/23/2021)
Decant and pour....

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Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng
January 24th, 2021, 9:42 am
TN: 2019 Fabien Jouves Amphore Malbec

Last post by alan weinberg « January 24th, 2021, 9:16 am
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by Jeremy Holmes » January 22nd, 2021, 8:12 pm

Really bright and juicy red and black fruits. There's some plant matter things, with purple flowers at the fore. It has decent flesh and refreshing...

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Last post by alan weinberg
January 24th, 2021, 9:16 am
The Big 4-0!! A Few From 1980 (Dom P, Mouton, Silver Oak)

Last post by Rich Brown « January 24th, 2021, 9:08 am
Replies: 35
by Rich Brown » January 18th, 2021, 3:35 pm

A little late posting but I turned the big 4-0 late December and opened a few bottles from 1980 throughout the week. All of them showed really well...

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Last post by Rich Brown
January 24th, 2021, 9:08 am
TN: 2018 Bartolo Mascarello Dolcetto d'Alba (Italy, Piedmont, Alba, Dolcetto d'Alba)

Last post by Dennis Atick « January 24th, 2021, 9:05 am
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by Dennis Atick » January 24th, 2021, 8:21 am

Popped this go with some carbonara I made last night. It was a good match. Nice wine.

2018 Bartolo Mascarello Dolcetto d'Alba - Italy, Piedmont,...

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Last post by Dennis Atick
January 24th, 2021, 9:05 am
Clos de Vougeot -- Who Makes the Best?

Last post by Nick Templeton « January 24th, 2021, 7:31 am
Replies: 137
by T. Altmayer » January 15th, 2015, 5:55 pm
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This area has always been a bit of a minefield for me, so in general I've stayed away. I've had a very nice Drouhin, but really can't say I've had a...
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Last post by Nick Templeton
January 24th, 2021, 7:31 am
TN: 2013 Ceritas Pinot Noir Porter-Bass Vineyard

Last post by Bill Sweeney « January 24th, 2021, 4:41 am
Replies: 1
by Matt Mauldin » January 23rd, 2021, 8:14 pm

The Ceritas thread piqued my curiosity. This one's got great integration, but still a long way to go. Great bottle, though.

2013 Ceritas Pinot...

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Last post by Bill Sweeney
January 24th, 2021, 4:41 am
TNs: November 2020 - Who likes grower Champagne?

Last post by Tomás Costa « January 24th, 2021, 4:18 am
Replies: 3
by Jan Janas » January 24th, 2021, 12:08 am

Since late last year, I have been trying to get more focused on my explorations, devolving a full month on a certain theme or region. Not only in my...

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Last post by Tomás Costa
January 24th, 2021, 4:18 am
TN: 2010 Domaine Jacques Carillon Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet, Grand Cru

Last post by David Kubiak « January 24th, 2021, 2:44 am
Replies: 20
by Jeremy Holmes » January 22nd, 2021, 5:58 pm

Came out of the gate firing on all cylinders. White peach and white flowers a plenty with some lavender and apricot (a hint of botrytis perhaps?). It...

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Last post by David Kubiak
January 24th, 2021, 2:44 am
TN: 02 Foreau Vouvray Moelleux

Last post by Brad Kane « January 23rd, 2021, 11:51 pm
Replies: 4
by Robert Thornton » January 23rd, 2021, 5:45 pm

I like this a lot; it’s in a nice place now. The color has darkened since I had it 10ish years ago, but looks healthy. The nose has a lot of...

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Last post by Brad Kane
January 23rd, 2021, 11:51 pm
Carignan Renaissance, Part Deux

Last post by Drew Goin « January 23rd, 2021, 10:36 pm
Replies: 194
by Drew Goin » May 4th, 2018, 9:07 pm
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The re-re-emergergence of Carignan(e) the semi-public eye has returned!

While I do not have any legal claim to the Carignan Renaissance name, I do...
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Last post by Drew Goin
January 23rd, 2021, 10:36 pm
TN: 2016 Rhys Pinot Noir Alpine Vineyard

Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m « January 23rd, 2021, 8:55 pm
Replies: 3
by M. Dildine » January 23rd, 2021, 3:57 pm

2016 Rhys Pinot Noir Alpine Vineyard - USA, California, San Francisco Bay, Santa Cruz Mountains (1/23/2021)
12.9% abv. Burgundy red, very expressive...

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Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m
January 23rd, 2021, 8:55 pm
TN: 2008 Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Grand Crus Blanc de Blancs

Last post by James Kennedy « January 23rd, 2021, 8:09 pm
Replies: 27
by Kris Patten » January 9th, 2021, 10:14 pm

Finally grabbed a case after talking about it and price for so long in other thread. Will follow it for a couple days but day 1 is over so notes...

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Last post by James Kennedy
January 23rd, 2021, 8:09 pm
TN: 1999 d'Arenberg Shiraz The Dead Arm

Last post by Arv R « January 23rd, 2021, 7:44 pm
Replies: 19
by jordan jacobs » January 8th, 2021, 8:55 pm

1999 d'Arenberg Shiraz The Dead Arm - Australia, South Australia, Fleurieu, McLaren Vale (1/8/2021)
That American oak. There is something becoming...

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Last post by Arv R
January 23rd, 2021, 7:44 pm
A Qualitative Comparison?

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « January 23rd, 2021, 6:18 pm
Replies: 1
by Michael S. Monie » January 23rd, 2021, 6:14 pm

Hillside Select and Screagle. I haven't had either. Is one clearly superior to the other? Or, are they so stylisticly different, that a comparison...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
January 23rd, 2021, 6:18 pm
TN: 2006 Vilmart & Cie Champagne Premier Cru Coeur de Cuvée

Last post by Hal Blumberg « January 23rd, 2021, 6:09 pm
Replies: 8
by Jay Miller » January 22nd, 2021, 11:38 am

2006 Vilmart & Cie Champagne Premier Cru Coeur de Cuvée - France, Champagne, Champagne Premier Cru (1/22/2021)
Opened while listening to Biden's...

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Last post by Hal Blumberg
January 23rd, 2021, 6:09 pm
TN: 2014 Rhys Chardonnay Alpine Vineyard

Last post by Dan Kravitz « January 23rd, 2021, 4:58 pm
Replies: 15
by D@vid Bu3ker » June 6th, 2020, 4:54 pm

2014 Rhys Chardonnay Alpine Vineyard - USA, California, San Francisco Bay, Santa Cruz Mountains (6/6/2020)
Not a great bottle of what is normally a...

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Last post by Dan Kravitz
January 23rd, 2021, 4:58 pm
First Paso Trip-Need a little help

Last post by Mike Hert « January 23rd, 2021, 4:56 pm
Replies: 49
by J Bateman » July 30th, 2020, 8:37 am

First I want to say a big thank you, this forum has been a wealth of information on all things wine. I stumbled upon this site when trying to learn...

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Last post by Mike Hert
January 23rd, 2021, 4:56 pm
TN: 2019 Desire Lines Mourvèdre Experimental Series #4: Fred Rides Again

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « January 23rd, 2021, 4:39 pm

by D@vid Bu3ker » January 23rd, 2021, 4:39 pm

2019 Desire Lines Mourvèdre Experimental Series #4: Fred Rides Again - USA, California, San Francisco Bay, Contra Costa County (1/23/2021)
First few...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
January 23rd, 2021, 4:39 pm
Bedrock Exposition Series

Last post by Michael Martin « January 23rd, 2021, 4:07 pm
Replies: 15
by kfischer » January 22nd, 2021, 7:19 am

I have been holding on to several sets of the 2011, 2012, 2013 Bedrock Exposition series and am wondering how they are drinking now. I opened a 2013...

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Last post by Michael Martin
January 23rd, 2021, 4:07 pm
Wine shipping article that’s really helpful

Last post by alan weinberg « January 23rd, 2021, 4:03 pm
Replies: 4
by PeterJ » January 22nd, 2021, 11:39 am

From the Tablas Creek blog. This is the most complete overview of the reality of US wine shipping from the perspective of the winery I’ve seen....

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Last post by alan weinberg
January 23rd, 2021, 4:03 pm
2016 Bila Haut

Last post by Dan Kravitz « January 23rd, 2021, 3:51 pm

by Dan Kravitz » January 23rd, 2021, 3:51 pm

OK, we have a serious contender for Longest Wine Name outside of Germany.

I have in front of me:
2016 Domaine de Bila Haut ‘Occultum Lapidem’ Cotes...

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Last post by Dan Kravitz
January 23rd, 2021, 3:51 pm
Selections from my local rural wine shop

Last post by Dan Kravitz « January 23rd, 2021, 3:39 pm
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by Dan Kravitz » October 8th, 2020, 6:10 pm

Black Sheep Wine Shop in Harpswell, Maine. Owner John Verplanck will admit that he is far from a wine expert, but he loves the stuff and puts his...

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Last post by Dan Kravitz
January 23rd, 2021, 3:39 pm
2001 Trimbach

Last post by Eric Ifune « January 23rd, 2021, 2:53 pm
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by Eric Ifune » January 22nd, 2021, 2:54 pm

Continuing the trend to drink up the cellar, I decided to open the 2001 Trimbach Frederic Emile, Frederic Emile 375 Anniversary, and Clos Ste. Hune....

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Last post by Eric Ifune
January 23rd, 2021, 2:53 pm
Best wine store for burgundy future's or pre-arrival?

Last post by CraigT « January 23rd, 2021, 2:19 pm

by CraigT » January 23rd, 2021, 2:19 pm

Hi Everybody,

What's the best shop for Burgundy future's or pre-arrival? Thanks...

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Last post by CraigT
January 23rd, 2021, 2:19 pm
Found the perfect wine for Neal Mollen

Last post by Chris Seiber « January 23rd, 2021, 1:34 pm
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by Chris Seiber » January 22nd, 2021, 11:31 am

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Last post by Chris Seiber
January 23rd, 2021, 1:34 pm
Your Birth Year Buying Philosophy

Last post by Dav1d S@wyer « January 23rd, 2021, 1:28 pm
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by Robert G. » January 17th, 2021, 9:35 am
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Last post by Dav1d S@wyer
January 23rd, 2021, 1:28 pm
TN: 2019 Arnot-Roberts Syrah (USA, California, Sonoma County, Sonoma Coast)

Last post by Robert Love « January 23rd, 2021, 1:16 pm
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by Adam Frisch » January 22nd, 2021, 5:42 pm

2019 Arnot-Roberts Syrah - USA, California, Sonoma County, Sonoma Coast (1/22/2021)
Light on its feet, but with depth. Lots of fruits, but not...

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Last post by Robert Love
January 23rd, 2021, 1:16 pm
TN: 2001 Trimbach Riesling Cuvée Frédéric Emile 375ème Anniversaire

Last post by alan weinberg « January 23rd, 2021, 1:08 pm
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by D@vid Bu3ker » January 22nd, 2021, 4:54 pm

2001 Trimbach Riesling Cuvée Frédéric Emile 375ème Anniversaire - France, Alsace (1/22/2021)
Birthday bottle, and in basically perfect condition....

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Last post by alan weinberg
January 23rd, 2021, 1:08 pm
It's critic bingo! ("a little thunder of volatility in the tannins")

Last post by JBrochu « January 23rd, 2021, 12:42 pm
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by John Morris » April 13th, 2017, 10:41 am
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Pity the poor wine critic. So many wines, so few words.

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

The 2012 Barolo...
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Last post by JBrochu
January 23rd, 2021, 12:42 pm
TN: Two New German Rieslings...(short/boring)

Last post by lleichtman « January 23rd, 2021, 12:19 pm
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by TomHill » January 22nd, 2021, 12:03 pm

Tried these two new German Rieslings on Wed:
1. Schloss Lieser Thomas Haag Riesling Kabinett (Pradikatswein; A.P.Nr. 2589314 419; 8.5%;...

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Last post by lleichtman
January 23rd, 2021, 12:19 pm
Teenage Wines : TN on 08 Grenache, 07 Riesling, 07 Sangiovese

Last post by Jason L. « January 23rd, 2021, 12:11 pm

by Jason L. » January 23rd, 2021, 12:11 pm

Was sorting through the cold storage and decided to grab a handful of wines I suspected were entering my preferred drinking window.

2007...

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Last post by Jason L.
January 23rd, 2021, 12:11 pm
Which Champagne are you drinking?

Last post by Blake Brown « January 23rd, 2021, 11:58 am
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by Steve Nordhoff » April 24th, 2016, 11:03 am
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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 Blake Brown
January 23rd, 2021, 11:58 am
German Riesling Recommendations

Last post by Abbie S. « January 23rd, 2021, 11:57 am
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by Max S. » April 30th, 2020, 8:09 am
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I'd like to expand my German Riesling experience, but outside of Keller, Prum, Dr. Loosen, and a couple others, I don't recognize a lot of the names...
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Last post by Abbie S.
January 23rd, 2021, 11:57 am
TN: 2006 Domaine Michel Lafarge Beaune 1er Cru Grèves

Last post by Doug Lee « January 23rd, 2021, 11:51 am
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by Doug Lee » January 23rd, 2021, 10:07 am

2006 Domaine Michel Lafarge Beaune 1er Cru Grèves - France, Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Beaune 1er Cru (1/22/2021)
Decanted for 90 minutes. Dark...

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Last post by Doug Lee
January 23rd, 2021, 11:51 am
TN: 1997 Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Scharzhofberger Riesling Auslese

Last post by G. Bienstock « January 23rd, 2021, 8:52 am
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by Brian S t o t t e r » January 22nd, 2021, 6:23 pm

Opened one of the rieslings sent to me by the anonymous donor ;)

1997 Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Scharzhofberger Riesling Auslese - Germany, Mosel...

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Last post by G. Bienstock
January 23rd, 2021, 8:52 am
How good is the 2005 Burgundy vintage

Last post by Gaudissabois Johan « January 23rd, 2021, 6:05 am
Replies: 105
by Gaudissabois Johan » December 30th, 2020, 1:14 am
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How Good is the Burgundy 2005 vintage?

Lots of noise when the 2005 Burgundy vintage came on the market. A MEADOWS rated the vintage to be among the...
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Last post by Gaudissabois Johan
January 23rd, 2021, 6:05 am
TN: 2016 Hofgut Falkenstein Niedermenniger Herrenberg Riesling Kabinett feinherb

Last post by IlkkaL « January 23rd, 2021, 2:20 am
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by D@vid Bu3ker » September 23rd, 2020, 4:43 pm

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

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Last post by IlkkaL
January 23rd, 2021, 2:20 am
2018 Beaujolais

Last post by Napoleon G « January 23rd, 2021, 1:08 am
Replies: 54
by R Roberts » September 7th, 2019, 5:36 pm
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I see Thivin has started to hit the shelves, so I'm starting a new thread for this vintage and any tasting notes. From William Kelley's early notes (...
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Last post by Napoleon G
January 23rd, 2021, 1:08 am
Seaver Vineyard

Last post by David Baum « January 23rd, 2021, 12:54 am
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by Steve L Gellman » January 6th, 2021, 10:30 am

Signed up years ago for this. Just got my first allocation letter for the 2018 vintage. Very excited

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Last post by David Baum
January 23rd, 2021, 12:54 am
Thoughts on the Napa Technology WineStation for home use?

Last post by Eric Michels « January 23rd, 2021, 12:05 am
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by jordan jacobs » January 22nd, 2021, 3:40 pm

Does anyone own one of these and can you share your thoughts on it’s ability to preserve wine? How might it compare to coravin? How long do bottles...

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Last post by Eric Michels
January 23rd, 2021, 12:05 am
TN: A memorable gathering

Last post by A1ex H « January 22nd, 2021, 11:01 pm
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by k s h i n » January 17th, 2021, 10:36 am

A MEMORABLE GATHERING - BRX American Bistro - Great Falls, VA (1/15/2021)

The most rewarding aspect of loving wine is the people. I have made so...

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Last post by A1ex H
January 22nd, 2021, 11:01 pm
TN: 1982 Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto

Last post by Noah C « January 22nd, 2021, 8:46 pm

by Noah C » January 22nd, 2021, 8:46 pm

Just lovely...my God, I love aged Nebbiolo. This is exactly what I look for in an aged wine. It has preserved youthful and lively red fruit and...

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Last post by Noah C
January 22nd, 2021, 8:46 pm
TN: 2013 Meyer-Näkel Neuenahrer Sonnenberg Spätburgunder Großes Gewächs

Last post by Todd Tucker « January 22nd, 2021, 8:40 pm

by Todd Tucker » January 22nd, 2021, 8:40 pm

2013 Meyer-Näkel Neuenahrer Sonnenberg Spätburgunder Großes Gewächs - Germany, Ahr (1/22/2021)
Pop and pour. Drunk over several hours.

A complex,...

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Last post by Todd Tucker
January 22nd, 2021, 8:40 pm
TN: 2018 Domaine Michel Niellon Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chaumées Clos de la Truffière

Last post by Kris Patten « January 22nd, 2021, 7:07 pm
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by dcornutt » January 22nd, 2021, 4:24 pm

2018 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 Kris Patten
January 22nd, 2021, 7:07 pm
TN: Summa Tasting 2012 With TRB....Flashback

Last post by JDonner « January 22nd, 2021, 5:59 pm

by JDonner » January 22nd, 2021, 5:59 pm

SUMMA TASTING 2012 WITH TRB - Steve Rigisich (1/14/2012)

Here we are 9 years later....I think this tasting should be reprised?!

Thomas Rivers...

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Last post by JDonner
January 22nd, 2021, 5:59 pm
TN: Harrington SubRosa RW '13...(short/boring)

Last post by Ken Zinns « January 22nd, 2021, 5:54 pm
Replies: 2
by TomHill » January 22nd, 2021, 12:24 pm

As I continue to work thru my Harrington library case, I tried last night:
1. Harrington SubRosa RW Calif (Mourvedre/Syrah; 14.1%) 2013 : Med.light...

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Last post by Ken Zinns
January 22nd, 2021, 5:54 pm
Port tongs recos needed

Last post by R Scott Hughes « January 22nd, 2021, 5:24 pm
Replies: 17
by Daniel McIntosh » January 21st, 2021, 6:58 am

I'm seeking advice from the experts here on port tongs. I'm fed up with crumbling corks! What should I buy? Where? The generic info from Goggle is...

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Last post by R Scott Hughes
January 22nd, 2021, 5:24 pm
TN: 2001 Paul Hobbs 'Stagecoach Vyd' CS [Napa]

Last post by Arv R « January 22nd, 2021, 3:23 pm
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by Arv R » January 21st, 2021, 9:26 pm

2001 Paul Hobbs 'Stagecoach Vineyard' CS held since release, double decanted. 14.8% abv. light amount of sediment. Dark ruby hue, color suggesting...

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Last post by Arv R
January 22nd, 2021, 3:23 pm
Envoyer Thread #2: Everything else

Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m « January 22nd, 2021, 2:46 pm
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by c fu » April 17th, 2018, 10:05 pm
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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
January 22nd, 2021, 2:46 pm
POLL: Top vintage for red Bordeaux 1980 - 1999

Last post by Robert.A.Jr. « January 22nd, 2021, 2:22 pm
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by Br1an Th0rne » January 17th, 2021, 8:55 pm

To follow up on Howard’s poll, I’m curious as to what others consider the best vintage for red Bordeaux from 1980 - 1999. Most of these vintages are...

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Last post by Robert.A.Jr.
January 22nd, 2021, 2:22 pm
TN: Two Whites & Two Reds....(short/boring)

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « January 22nd, 2021, 1:03 pm
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by TomHill » January 22nd, 2021, 1:00 pm

Tried these 4 last weekend:
1. Gobelsburg GrunerVeltliner DAC: Kamptal Niederosterreich (12.5%; SkurnikWines; trocken; LN00574/20;...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
January 22nd, 2021, 1:03 pm
TN: 2010 Bernard Boisson-Vadot Meursault Les Chevalières

Last post by C. Keller « January 22nd, 2021, 11:43 am
Replies: 13
by Jeremy Holmes » January 20th, 2021, 1:57 pm

Drinking wonderfully well. The nose has plenty of smoky mineral, almond butter, white peach and toast. It is full and rich in the mouth, with sappy...

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Last post by C. Keller
January 22nd, 2021, 11:43 am
UPDATE U-TURN: Week 4 Virtual Tasting - Get your RHINE On - Brian Tuite - Redwood Empire Food Bank DEC16 - DEC23

Last post by danupdike « January 22nd, 2021, 11:31 am
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by Brian Tuite » December 6th, 2020, 9:23 am
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UPDATE: 48hrs to go and things are slowing down, maybe we all need a palate cleanser after all this Zinfandel. For DEC 22nd & 22rd you can add a...
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Last post by danupdike
January 22nd, 2021, 11:31 am
TN: Two Forlorn-Hope Reds....(short/boring)

Last post by TomHill « January 22nd, 2021, 10:18 am
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by TomHill » January 21st, 2021, 2:14 pm

Tried these two over the last few days:
1. Forlorn-Hope MilAmores DeWittVnyd/AmadorCnty (50% Touriga/25% Tempranillo/25% TintaCao; 13.6%) Fairfield...

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Last post by TomHill
January 22nd, 2021, 10:18 am
Where do the grapes really come from?

Last post by William Kelley « January 22nd, 2021, 9:31 am
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by C. Keller » January 19th, 2021, 7:40 pm

I find this rather intriguing and maybe some others will as well.

As I read notes its interesting to learn about producers who buy the grapes from...

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Last post by William Kelley
January 22nd, 2021, 9:31 am
TN: Elouan PinotNoir OR '17...(short/boring)

Last post by MitchTallan « January 22nd, 2021, 9:09 am
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by TomHill » June 17th, 2019, 7:38 am

Taking one for the team, I tried this last night:
1. Elouan PinotNoir OR (13.8%; www.ElouanWines.com) Elouan/CopperCane/Acampo 2017 : Med.color;...

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Last post by MitchTallan
January 22nd, 2021, 9:09 am
Thread Sorting

Last post by Eric White « January 22nd, 2021, 9:08 am
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by Michael Levin » January 22nd, 2021, 8:19 am

Sorry if there's another forum for this (didn't see an obvious one), but is there a way to change preferences to sort a thread to get the most recent...

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Last post by Eric White
January 22nd, 2021, 9:08 am
TN: Barolo Vignarionda Luigi Pira 2013

Last post by Shoshana Filene « January 22nd, 2021, 9:08 am
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by Shoshana Filene » January 21st, 2021, 5:39 pm

WAY TOO YOUNG. Based on some critic notes, I thought it would be more approachable now. Although given the fact that I like Pira's Nebbiolo Langhe...

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Last post by Shoshana Filene
January 22nd, 2021, 9:08 am
Birth Year Commemorative Case

Last post by Ryan A « January 22nd, 2021, 8:35 am
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by Robert G. » January 22nd, 2021, 6:11 am

During my Birth Year Buying Philosophy thread, Larry Link suggested giving a child a commemorative case of wine with a message from mom and dad and...

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Last post by Ryan A
January 22nd, 2021, 8:35 am
TN: 2018 Championship Bottle Sauvignon Blanc Lost Verses Durant Vineyard

Last post by Jeff Skinner « January 22nd, 2021, 8:05 am
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by Dale McClaran » January 17th, 2021, 8:56 am

2018 Championship Bottle Sauvignon Blanc Lost Verses Durant Vineyard - USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Dundee Hills (1/17/2021)
This being my third...

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January 22nd, 2021, 8:05 am

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