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Christmas Comes Early! WineBid Rebates ONLY for Wine Berserkers!

Last post by Todd F r e n c h « January 14th, 2021, 3:37 pm
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by Todd F r e n c h » November 18th, 2020, 1:59 pm
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Let's brighten up this terrible year with a fantastic gift from WineBid and WineBerserkers, shall we???

WineBid.com's new CEO, Russ Mann, has been...
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Last post by Todd F r e n c h
January 14th, 2021, 3:37 pm
Help me understand Thierry Allemand Cornas Reynard

Last post by Jason L. « January 14th, 2021, 3:26 pm
Replies: 60
by Jeff Rosenberg » December 30th, 2020, 3:45 pm
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Today’s email from Morrell offered 2015 Thierry Allemand Cornas Reynard for $375/bottle. This seems crazy to me. For reference, at this moment, I am...
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Last post by Jason L.
January 14th, 2021, 3:26 pm
I'm stunned I hadn't heard of Accendo Cellars

Last post by Rowen Bell « January 14th, 2021, 1:55 pm
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by Len Stevens » January 11th, 2021, 5:24 am

So I recognize that by no means am I a know it all , but until reading Galloni's Vinous, I was not familiar with this winery. I'm shocked, but happy...

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Last post by Rowen Bell
January 14th, 2021, 1:55 pm
Horrible news about a Berserker - Frank Drew, RIP

Last post by John Davis « January 14th, 2021, 1:52 pm
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by Todd F r e n c h » January 10th, 2021, 9:52 am
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Frank Drew was murdered, as a passing motorist, in this horrible murder-suicide. Another member sent this to me, and I share it with great regret.
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Last post by John Davis
January 14th, 2021, 1:52 pm
TN: 2019 Domaine Guiberteau Saumur Blanc

Last post by Sean S y d n e y « January 14th, 2021, 1:50 pm
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by Sean S y d n e y » January 13th, 2021, 4:36 pm

Already showing so, so well! Couldn't resist opening it, and I'm so glad I did; lovely pure Chenin character, lightly waxy and ever so slightly...

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Last post by Sean S y d n e y
January 14th, 2021, 1:50 pm
TN: 2015 San Giorgio Brunello di Montalcino 'Ugolforte' - Yum

Last post by Kent Comley « January 14th, 2021, 12:57 pm

by Kent Comley » January 14th, 2021, 12:57 pm

Brunello masters - interested in your thoughts on this producer.

Straight out of the gate this was singing. Sour cherries, florals, lovely purity....

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Last post by Kent Comley
January 14th, 2021, 12:57 pm
Limited offering from Myriad for Loyal Buyers category

Last post by Kevin Patrick « January 14th, 2021, 9:05 am
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by Kevin Patrick » January 12th, 2021, 9:27 am

Only 4 each offered for Dr. Crane and Elysian. No Magnums or 3Ls. After buying a magnum and 3L of Elysian last year, I was curious if they would be...

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Last post by Kevin Patrick
January 14th, 2021, 9:05 am
2019 Burgundy EP?

Last post by A.Gillette « January 14th, 2021, 8:55 am
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by JonathanG » September 25th, 2020, 11:47 am

Heard from a friend in Europe that you can buy Burgundy futures for 2019. I've never heard of that and am only familiar with BDX, and the occasional...

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Last post by A.Gillette
January 14th, 2021, 8:55 am
TN: 2019 Domaine de la Pépière Muscadet de Sèvre-et-Maine Sur Lie Vieilles Vignes Briords

Last post by Scott Watkins « January 14th, 2021, 8:24 am
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by Jeremy Holmes » January 9th, 2021, 3:31 pm

Perfectly understated, with a whisper of white peach and lemon, coupled with flinty/chalky minerality. There's a suggestion of mint and the palate is...

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Last post by Scott Watkins
January 14th, 2021, 8:24 am
TN: 2012 Jean Foillard Morgon Cuvée Corcelette

Last post by Joe Chanley « January 14th, 2021, 7:09 am
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by Jeremy Holmes » January 13th, 2021, 2:40 pm

Quite stemmy/stalky at first with some sandalwood and raspberry too. With air you get violets and other plant matter. It has a gentle meatiness and...

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Last post by Joe Chanley
January 14th, 2021, 7:09 am
Looking for social media consultant for winery

Last post by Jason T « January 14th, 2021, 5:42 am
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by Simon Zimmer » January 11th, 2021, 6:26 am

Hello,

We are looking for a social media consultant to help us market our wine better in the US. We have a winery in France and import the wine to...

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Last post by Jason T
January 14th, 2021, 5:42 am
Groupon for Wine Spectator

Last post by Rob Lynch « January 14th, 2021, 4:46 am
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by Eric S n y d e r » March 22nd, 2017, 8:38 pm

$15 for 15 issues... saw this on the CT forum.

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Last post by Rob Lynch
January 14th, 2021, 4:46 am
TN: 1975 Château Montrose (France, Bordeaux, Médoc, St. Estèphe)

Last post by Steen T Olsen « January 14th, 2021, 4:00 am
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by Brian G r a f s t r o m » January 6th, 2021, 11:31 am

I don't usually post TN's here if the wine was corked, but I'm making an exception here because TCA seems to be a recurrent problem for this...

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Last post by Steen T Olsen
January 14th, 2021, 4:00 am
Wait list times

Last post by RichardFlack « January 13th, 2021, 4:56 pm
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by Alan Eden » August 27th, 2015, 5:31 pm
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Interested on any thoughts, ill guess at a few

Bedrock 1 year
Carlisle 3 years
Kosta Browne varietal 3 years
Kosta Browne SVD 5 years
Saxum 6...
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Last post by RichardFlack
January 13th, 2021, 4:56 pm
Dunn 2017 release

Last post by OwenB « January 13th, 2021, 4:43 pm
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by Jeff_M. » July 17th, 2020, 11:27 am

Anyone getting in on the Dunn 2017s? Going to get a few of the HMs and maybe 1 NV.

$130 HM
$85 NV
$295 HM mag
$195 NV mag

As a family, this fall...

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Last post by OwenB
January 13th, 2021, 4:43 pm
TN: 2012 Lassalle Special Club premier cru

Last post by T. Altmayer « January 13th, 2021, 4:32 pm
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by alan weinberg » January 11th, 2021, 9:41 pm

96 Cuvée Angeline made me fall in love with Lassalle. Popped a 2012 Special Club a decade early. Lovely wine full of finesse and sweet fruit....

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Last post by T. Altmayer
January 13th, 2021, 4:32 pm
A brosé bronanza with the brochachos

Last post by Tom G l a s g o w « January 13th, 2021, 4:24 pm
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by IlkkaL » June 22nd, 2019, 11:35 am

Some time around a year ago having just bought a bottle of the L'Anglore Tavel I got this idea of putting together a tasting of rosé wines that go...

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Last post by Tom G l a s g o w
January 13th, 2021, 4:24 pm
Finally, a serious travel shock study!

Last post by Brent C l a y t o n « January 13th, 2021, 4:19 pm
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by Alan Rath » January 12th, 2021, 9:23 pm

Bottles of French wine returning home after year in space

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — The International Space Station bid adieu Tuesday to 12...

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Last post by Brent C l a y t o n
January 13th, 2021, 4:19 pm
TN: 2017 Januik Cabernet Sauvignon Champoux Vineyard

Last post by John Glas « January 13th, 2021, 3:52 pm

by John Glas » January 13th, 2021, 3:52 pm

2017 Januik Cabernet Sauvignon Champoux Vineyard - USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Horse Heaven Hills (1/13/2021)
Day 5: Solid with cherry, spice,...

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Last post by John Glas
January 13th, 2021, 3:52 pm
TN: 2016 Castellare di Castellina I Sodi di S. Niccolò Toscana IGT

Last post by Jason L. « January 13th, 2021, 2:15 pm
Replies: 16
by Tim Heaton » January 1st, 2021, 10:51 am

I'm posting this here for a few reasons:

this is a really terrific, age-worthy, beautiful wine. It's also a wine for those that drink (pretty much)...

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Last post by Jason L.
January 13th, 2021, 2:15 pm
Austin Hope, anyone?

Last post by Ben M a n d l e r « January 13th, 2021, 2:00 pm
Replies: 32
by Bob W » January 10th, 2021, 2:53 pm

I don't see much talk about Austin Hope around here. Curious why that is. I love it, but then I'm a newb to the world of wine. Every time we have one...

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Last post by Ben M a n d l e r
January 13th, 2021, 2:00 pm
argon/coravin issues

Last post by Andrew Dodd « January 13th, 2021, 1:36 pm
Replies: 7
by Joseph Grassa » January 13th, 2021, 11:38 am

I recall reading somewhere (perhaps here but I couldnt find it) that argon mutes the wine a bit. Has anyone had this experience? Any side by side...

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Last post by Andrew Dodd
January 13th, 2021, 1:36 pm
Week 3 Virtual Tasting for Charity - Wines of Oregon - D@vid Bu3ker for Dakin Humane Society - DEC9-DEC16

Last post by Sean_S « January 13th, 2021, 1:13 pm
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by D@vid Bu3ker » December 8th, 2020, 8:32 am
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The week will once again be a celebration of Oregon Wines. $5 per note. $10 per note for wines from Berserker winemakers (e.g. Marcus G., Vincent,...
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Last post by Sean_S
January 13th, 2021, 1:13 pm
TN: 2018 La Grange Tiphaine Côt Touraine Vieilles Vignes

Last post by Jason L. « January 13th, 2021, 12:40 pm
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by Jay Miller » August 1st, 2020, 4:29 pm

2018 La Grange Tiphaine Côt Touraine Vieilles Vignes - France, Loire Valley, Touraine (8/1/2020)
Impressive concentration but rather rough at this...

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Last post by Jason L.
January 13th, 2021, 12:40 pm
Anyone had this?

Last post by Jason L. « January 13th, 2021, 12:36 pm
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by Mich@el Ch@ng » January 10th, 2021, 6:22 pm

2018 Štoka Izbrani Teran

I noticed it made the wine house sf top 10 list

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Last post by Jason L.
January 13th, 2021, 12:36 pm
TN: A Tale of Two Scherrer Winery Gewürztraminer (USA, California, Sonoma County)

Last post by EAScrog « January 13th, 2021, 12:26 pm
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by Brian Tuite » January 11th, 2021, 7:47 pm

Tried both of the recently released Gewürztraminers from Scherrer tonight w/Chicken Taco Salad and I definitely have a favorite. Who else has had...

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Last post by EAScrog
January 13th, 2021, 12:26 pm
Some old school Mondavi Pinot...

Last post by dougwilder « January 13th, 2021, 11:30 am
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by B. Buzzini » January 13th, 2021, 10:53 am

I've had these for YEARS...and am really intrigued to try them! The 1985 'Special Selection' is the only bottle in CT, and looks to be from the 1986...

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Last post by dougwilder
January 13th, 2021, 11:30 am
TN: 1998 Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion

Last post by Arv R « January 13th, 2021, 11:12 am
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by Robert.A.Jr. » January 11th, 2021, 8:11 pm

A classic, red-fruited beauty, so unlike the modern Les Carmes Haut Brion. Shows that broad red streak that ‘99 reveals, just a bit less depth of the...

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Last post by Arv R
January 13th, 2021, 11:12 am
Classifying farmer fizz

Last post by Brad Baker « January 13th, 2021, 11:06 am
Replies: 100
by Howard Cooper » December 31st, 2020, 4:52 am
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This is really a learning exercise for me. I have seen proposed classifications of Loire reds and other things on this board that have been useful to...
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Last post by Brad Baker
January 13th, 2021, 11:06 am
Willamette Producers to Check Out?

Last post by Max S. « January 13th, 2021, 11:06 am
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by Jason T » January 28th, 2018, 7:07 am

Taking a trip to Willamette over Labor Day weekend and will be there for 2-3 days. I’ve had limited exposure to Willamette Pinots- most of my...

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Last post by Max S.
January 13th, 2021, 11:06 am
TN: 2011 Château Thivin Côte de Brouilly

Last post by P L owet « January 13th, 2021, 10:38 am
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by D@vid Bu3ker » August 5th, 2016, 5:09 am

2011 Château Thivin Côte de Brouilly - France, Burgundy, Beaujolais, Côte de Brouilly (8/4/2016)
Not as enchanting as it was on release, but it has...

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Last post by P L owet
January 13th, 2021, 10:38 am
TN: 2017 Marie et Pierre Bénetière Côte-Rôtie Cordeloux

Last post by Alan Rath « January 13th, 2021, 10:15 am
Replies: 31
by c fu » December 28th, 2020, 8:28 pm

2017 Marie et Pierre Bénetière Côte-Rôtie Cordeloux - France, Rhône, Northern Rhône, Côte-Rôtie (12/28/2020)
I think we all know the 2015 Benetiere...

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Last post by Alan Rath
January 13th, 2021, 10:15 am
US 25% tariff on European wines; 100% "digital" tariff on French products called off for the moment

Last post by JohnP « January 13th, 2021, 10:14 am
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Uh-oh. Time to stock up.

The US government announced this this afternoon. It's 10% on aircraft and 25% on other EU industrial and agricultural...
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Last post by JohnP
January 13th, 2021, 10:14 am
TN: 2019 Hofgut Falkenstein Krettnacher Euchariusberg Riesling Kabinett "Kugel Peter" #12

Last post by Claus Jeppesen « January 13th, 2021, 10:10 am
Replies: 51
by Brian S t o t t e r » December 26th, 2020, 2:37 pm
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2019 Hofgut Falkenstein Krettnacher Euchariusberg Riesling Kabinett Kugel Peter #12 - Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer (12/26/2020)
Aromas of Bartlett...
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Last post by Claus Jeppesen
January 13th, 2021, 10:10 am
MacDonald release is imminent!!!

Last post by MikeL238 « January 13th, 2021, 10:07 am
Replies: 201
by AlexO » September 7th, 2020, 3:40 pm
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The release that many of us have been eagerly awaiting is almost here!

I have been informed that Save the Dates will be sent out shortly, and they...
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Last post by MikeL238
January 13th, 2021, 10:07 am
TN: 2015 Rocche Costamagna Barolo Rocche Dell'Annunziata

Last post by Keith A k e r s « January 13th, 2021, 9:47 am

by Keith A k e r s » January 13th, 2021, 9:47 am

2015 Rocche Costamagna Barolo Rocche Dell'Annunziata - Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barolo (1/12/2021)
Nose: It took a good 5+ hours of being open to...

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Last post by Keith A k e r s
January 13th, 2021, 9:47 am
TN: 01 Beaucastel

Last post by William Segui « January 13th, 2021, 9:20 am
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by alan weinberg » January 10th, 2021, 9:21 pm

simply gorgeous. Feral meaty nose with dark fruits and fennel, silky soft layered texture that reminds me of Burgundy, but the taste is definitely...

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Last post by William Segui
January 13th, 2021, 9:20 am
TN: NV Laherte Frères Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature (France, Champagne)

Last post by B. Buzzini « January 13th, 2021, 9:08 am
Replies: 9
by B. Buzzini » January 12th, 2021, 4:17 pm

NV Laherte Frères Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature - France, Champagne (1/12/2021)
Disgorged 3/20...explosion of energy right out the gate!...

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Last post by B. Buzzini
January 13th, 2021, 9:08 am
TN: 2015 Ramey Chardonnay Rochioli Vineyard

Last post by Adam Frisch « January 13th, 2021, 9:04 am
Replies: 3
by D@vid Bu3ker » January 12th, 2021, 6:43 pm

2015 Ramey Chardonnay Rochioli Vineyard - USA, California, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley (1/12/2021)
A couple of years in the cellar has been...

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Last post by Adam Frisch
January 13th, 2021, 9:04 am
TN: 2012 Gramercy Cellars Syrah "Lagniappe" (USA, Washington, Columbia Valley)

Last post by John Glas « January 13th, 2021, 8:52 am
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by John Glas » January 9th, 2021, 2:19 pm

2012 Gramercy Cellars Syrah Lagniappe - USA, Washington, Columbia Valley (1/8/2020)
Day 1: Drinking well on the pop and pour. Tar, violets, black...

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Last post by John Glas
January 13th, 2021, 8:52 am
Retailer Check: Collectable Fine Wine (CA)

Last post by Cindy W a n « January 13th, 2021, 7:05 am
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by Benjamin Hand » January 12th, 2021, 9:36 am

I haven't come across this retailer before. Has anyone ordered wine from them, particularly older bottles? It looks like they're in Windsor, CA.

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Last post by Cindy W a n
January 13th, 2021, 7:05 am
Anyone still prefer Riedel’s Sommeliers series?

Last post by Andy Sc « January 13th, 2021, 2:49 am
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by jordan jacobs » January 8th, 2021, 3:51 pm
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Last post by Andy Sc
January 13th, 2021, 2:49 am
Retailer Check- Wines of Kings - NY

Last post by Brent C l a y t o n « January 12th, 2021, 9:38 pm
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by Ed M » January 11th, 2021, 6:52 pm

Does anyone have any experience with this place? Good selection of Brunello but can’t find a single thing about this place. Appears to be online...

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Last post by Brent C l a y t o n
January 12th, 2021, 9:38 pm
TN: 2005 Château Haut-Bergey (France, Bordeaux, Graves, Pessac-Léognan)

Last post by jordan jacobs « January 12th, 2021, 9:09 pm
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by J D o v e » November 21st, 2018, 2:39 pm

2005 Château Haut-Bergey - France, Bordeaux, Graves, Pessac-Léognan (11/21/2018)
13 years old from a half bottle — I can’t help but think if this...

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Last post by jordan jacobs
January 12th, 2021, 9:09 pm
Outpost Pre-Release

Last post by David Kim « January 12th, 2021, 9:00 pm
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by Alex G » January 12th, 2021, 9:51 am

You guys buying?

The Howell Mountain used to be a strong value. It was $75 or $80 when I started buying it.

Prices are ⬆️

2018 Outpost True...

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Last post by David Kim
January 12th, 2021, 9:00 pm
Low on daily drinkers...Best QPR wines available online today

Last post by Michael Martin « January 12th, 2021, 7:57 pm
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by AdamK » September 19th, 2015, 2:28 pm
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Looking for a few suggestions for some QPR's available online today...

Please, if possible, list...
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Last post by Michael Martin
January 12th, 2021, 7:57 pm
Reconsidering my position on wax capsules

Last post by dougwilder « January 12th, 2021, 7:54 pm
Replies: 21
by Rodrigo B » January 12th, 2021, 1:23 am

I tend to dislike wax capsules quite a bit. They just didn’t seem to serve any other purpose aside from decorative and were just more annoying to...

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Last post by dougwilder
January 12th, 2021, 7:54 pm
Courbet Poulsard 2017 (BD XI note)

Last post by Mark Y « January 12th, 2021, 7:25 pm
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by D@ve D y r 0 f f » January 12th, 2021, 7:14 pm

From Balanced Wine Selections' BDXI offer, we enjoyed the 2017 Domaine Courbet Cotes du Jura Poulsard last night and tonight.

I don't have a lot of...

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Last post by Mark Y
January 12th, 2021, 7:25 pm
Virtual Wine Tasting Kits

Last post by greg gartland « January 12th, 2021, 6:04 pm
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by C. Heinsen » January 12th, 2021, 8:53 am

I am looking to set up a virtual wine tasting event for some business partners. Looking for some recommendations on any vineyard/winery sending out...

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Last post by greg gartland
January 12th, 2021, 6:04 pm
Kutch 2019 lineup with Jamie and the crew

Last post by Matt Allen « January 12th, 2021, 5:56 pm
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by brigcampbell » January 1st, 2021, 11:21 am

Frank did all the hard work organizing this event and Jamie was generous with his time as always. The picture below is of me filling 60 bottles for...

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Last post by Matt Allen
January 12th, 2021, 5:56 pm
Help Me Plan Infanticide (Valentini, Pegau, Cosme)

Last post by Markus S « January 12th, 2021, 5:44 pm
Replies: 8
by Sean Corbett » January 10th, 2021, 8:48 pm

I have three wines that should be saved, but two must be drank in the next 6 months. I can probably hold the third wine for about 3 years.

They...

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Last post by Markus S
January 12th, 2021, 5:44 pm
How would we rate 1982 Bordeaux if they were released today?

Last post by Charlie Carnes « January 12th, 2021, 5:12 pm
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by Mark Golodetz » January 4th, 2021, 8:06 am
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Based on exactly what was in the bottle with no adjustments for technology, yields or ripeness.
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Last post by Charlie Carnes
January 12th, 2021, 5:12 pm
TN: 2015 Domaine Roulot Meursault Les Tessons Clos de Mon Plaisir

Last post by Charlie Carnes « January 12th, 2021, 5:02 pm
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by Jeremy Holmes » January 11th, 2021, 9:30 pm

Exquisite white peach fruit trimmed with some aniseed spice. Loads of smoky mineral too. Unctuous and full, with excellent depth and the usual Roulot...

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Last post by Charlie Carnes
January 12th, 2021, 5:02 pm
Tragedy at Celler Vall Llach in Priorat

Last post by Arv R « January 12th, 2021, 4:35 pm
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by Kevin Sidders » January 11th, 2021, 8:51 am

A huge snowstorm in Priorat over the weekend apparently collapsed the vinification facility at Celler Vall Llach, destroying most of their equipment...

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Last post by Arv R
January 12th, 2021, 4:35 pm
TN: 1996 Gérard Mugneret Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Les Suchots

Last post by Kent Comley « January 12th, 2021, 4:10 pm
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by Jeremy Holmes » January 12th, 2021, 2:05 pm

A savoury nose of smoked meats, root vegetable and earth. It is pure and unadulterated, expressive of flavour. The mid-palate is a little lean, held...

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Last post by Kent Comley
January 12th, 2021, 4:10 pm
TN: 2017 Domaine Lignier-Michelot, 2019 Chignard Fleurie

Last post by Kent Comley « January 12th, 2021, 3:48 pm

by Kent Comley » January 12th, 2021, 3:48 pm

Warmer weather and long days means that I have been slaking my thirst with an increased proportion of beer at the end of each day, but a couple of...

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Last post by Kent Comley
January 12th, 2021, 3:48 pm
Effect of wine storage at 45 degrees?

Last post by Alan Rath « January 12th, 2021, 3:28 pm
Replies: 43
by David B » January 10th, 2021, 2:17 pm

We keep most of our nicer bottles in a large wine fridge that stays pretty close to 55 degrees. As our collection has grown, that fridge has filled...

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Last post by Alan Rath
January 12th, 2021, 3:28 pm
A few good sips: fizz and burgs

Last post by Kris Patten « January 12th, 2021, 2:35 pm
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by Kris Patten » January 5th, 2021, 7:08 pm

Had to go by Co-op and find some wines for NYE, surprisingly interesting selection.

Gaston Chicquet Brut en Magnum disg. 11/19 $105 at Co-op. This...

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Last post by Kris Patten
January 12th, 2021, 2:35 pm
Howard Goldberg RIP

Last post by Corey N. « January 12th, 2021, 2:18 pm
Replies: 7
by Mark Golodetz » January 8th, 2021, 5:41 pm

I heard yesterday that Howard had died after a cardiac arrest. He was a long time Op-Ed writer for the NYT, and wrote a weekly wine column for them....

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Last post by Corey N.
January 12th, 2021, 2:18 pm
Retailer Check: CollectibleFineWine

Last post by cnalda « January 12th, 2021, 1:34 pm
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by cnalda » January 9th, 2021, 4:28 am

Web store only. Any buying experiences with them?

Thanks

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Last post by cnalda
January 12th, 2021, 1:34 pm
Big Basin Winery - How to help...

Last post by Bradley Brown « January 12th, 2021, 1:22 pm
Replies: 4
by Robert Dentice » September 9th, 2020, 11:36 am

Have always really loved the wines, I stopped buying from most lists simply due to having too much wine. I plan to buy at least their upcoming...

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Last post by Bradley Brown
January 12th, 2021, 1:22 pm
How about a slightly harder wine pairing: Kalbi beef

Last post by Gabe Berk « January 12th, 2021, 12:17 pm
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by Mark Golodetz » December 25th, 2017, 11:50 am
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Last post by Gabe Berk
January 12th, 2021, 12:17 pm
TNs: "It's Freisa out there!" (brief/uninteresting)

Last post by Brandon R « January 12th, 2021, 11:27 am
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by ChrisJames » January 12th, 2021, 9:02 am

A nod to Cheese Master Marshall Manning

1. 2019 La Miraja Freisa d’Asti. Marshall recommended this one. This was really an enjoyable wine, both...

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Last post by Brandon R
January 12th, 2021, 11:27 am
Would a repeal of 230 affect Wine Berserkers?

Last post by Chris Crutchfield « January 12th, 2021, 11:05 am
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by Mark Golodetz » January 10th, 2021, 7:46 am

Very specific question. I assume not much as it is carefully moderated.But would Todd need to insure himself against lawsuits frivolous or otherwise...

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Last post by Chris Crutchfield
January 12th, 2021, 11:05 am
Getting ready for Pouilly-Fuissé

Last post by Mel Knox « January 12th, 2021, 10:48 am
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by Phil T r o t t e r » January 8th, 2021, 7:11 am

Since the 2020 vintage will bring 1er Cru to Pouilly-Fuissé, I think we can expect that to some level, prices and scarcity will rise. I think it...

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Last post by Mel Knox
January 12th, 2021, 10:48 am
What, No Mourvedre Appreciation Delegation?

Last post by Drew Goin « January 12th, 2021, 9:34 am
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There's the Carignan Renaissance, ZAP, PS I Love You, and Grenache Symposium.

Aside from the Rhone Rangers, I cannot find a...
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Last post by Drew Goin
January 12th, 2021, 9:34 am
TN: Bedrock Zin MonteRosso '19...(short/boring)

Last post by AD Northup « January 12th, 2021, 8:52 am
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by TomHill » January 11th, 2021, 11:48 am

Another wine I opened last night to share w/ Steve:
1. Bedrock Zin MonteRossoVnyd/SonomaVlly/SonomaCnty (14.5%; Plntd: 1886) 2019 : Dark color; very...

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Last post by AD Northup
January 12th, 2021, 8:52 am
The Generosity of Berserkers

Last post by Sean S y d n e y « January 12th, 2021, 7:23 am
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by Brian S t o t t e r » January 10th, 2021, 10:09 am

On the New Year’s wine resolutions thread, I posted that one of my resolutions this year was to try riesling kabinett from Von Schubert Maximin...

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Last post by Sean S y d n e y
January 12th, 2021, 7:23 am
TNs--Mike on Mini-Tour---the "50th party" day, Atlanta---visit with Anthony at PH Wines and 1968 at Randy & Cris'

Last post by dcornutt « January 12th, 2021, 2:21 am
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by Mike Grammer » October 14th, 2018, 3:35 pm

I think it was 2 years ago that good friends Randy and Cris Katz and I put our heads together to think about an event, knowing that both Randy and I...

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Last post by dcornutt
January 12th, 2021, 2:21 am
Retailer check: Bottle Barn in Santa Rosa, CA

Last post by Antonio_G « January 11th, 2021, 8:42 pm
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by Pat Martin » January 7th, 2021, 5:18 pm

Retailer check: Bottle Barn in Santa Rosa, CA.

Never bought from them, but they have an interesting cross-section of wines.

In addition to general...

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Last post by Antonio_G
January 11th, 2021, 8:42 pm
TN: 2012 Saxum Broken Stones

Last post by Ryan Gilmour « January 11th, 2021, 7:55 pm
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by Tom Lee » January 11th, 2021, 6:25 pm

Pop and pour on this one.

Purple in color. 15.6% ABV. 79% Syrah, 7% Petite Sirah, 7% Grenache, 5% Mourvedre and 2% Roussanne. Gorgeous nose of blue...

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Last post by Ryan Gilmour
January 11th, 2021, 7:55 pm
TN: 2000 Château La Louvière (France, Bordeaux, Graves, Pessac-Léognan)

Last post by Pat Martin « January 11th, 2021, 7:27 pm
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by Jay Miller » January 11th, 2021, 6:05 am

2000 Château La Louvière - France, Bordeaux, Graves, Pessac-Léognan (1/11/2021)
Shows very young. I'm hoping that with more age it will integrate...

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Last post by Pat Martin
January 11th, 2021, 7:27 pm
Which RIDGE are you drinking?

Last post by TimF « January 11th, 2021, 5:54 pm
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Is it possible this iconic winery doesn't have one of these threads here at Wineberserkers? Too many great wines the issue? We hate a single thread...
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Last post by TimF
January 11th, 2021, 5:54 pm
Rhys Chardonnay epiphany

Last post by Fred Bower « January 11th, 2021, 5:33 pm
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by Pat Martin » January 9th, 2021, 5:41 pm

2010 Rhys Chardonnay Horseshoe Vineyard
This is really good. The bouquet is on the richer end of the spectrum, with loads of vanilla bean, grilled...

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Last post by Fred Bower
January 11th, 2021, 5:33 pm
Is wine-searcher.com the last word on search?

Last post by markjchambers « January 11th, 2021, 5:23 pm
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by markjchambers » January 6th, 2021, 3:13 pm

I read the WS Insider and often go with their value of the week pick. Many have been very good, like the 16 Volpaia CC reserva and the 17 Colene...

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Last post by markjchambers
January 11th, 2021, 5:23 pm
How to pack hand blown glass stems?

Last post by Anthony C « January 11th, 2021, 5:07 pm
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by HoosJustinG » January 11th, 2021, 8:52 am

Luckily I have (most of) the original boxes for my Glasvin glasses, but I have about 2 dozen mixed Zalto/GGG with no protection. The moving boxes...

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Last post by Anthony C
January 11th, 2021, 5:07 pm
TN: Two LateHrvst GWTs...(short/boring)

Last post by TomHill « January 11th, 2021, 5:01 pm
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by TomHill » January 11th, 2021, 10:42 am

Opened these last night for Steve to try:
1. CaseyHartlip GWT LateHrvst OrdwayVnyd/AndersonVlly/MendoCnty (12%; RS: 15%; Brl frmtd; Winemaker:...

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Last post by TomHill
January 11th, 2021, 5:01 pm
Once & Future March 2019 Release

Last post by Drew Goin « January 11th, 2021, 3:39 pm
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by Michael Martin » February 27th, 2019, 9:07 am

Coming March 12th.

Oakley Road Mataro / 352 cases
Known in France as Mourvedre, these ancient vines are own-rooted, dry-farmed bush vines planted...

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Last post by Drew Goin
January 11th, 2021, 3:39 pm
TN: 2000 Le Calice de Saint Pierre CdP

Last post by Everett Bandman « January 11th, 2021, 3:37 pm

by Everett Bandman » January 11th, 2021, 3:37 pm

Another beautiful 2000 CdP from Domaine des Peres de l'eglise, fully mature and ready to drink. Round supple and redolent of those wet stones you see...

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Last post by Everett Bandman
January 11th, 2021, 3:37 pm
Port aged in "Pipes?"

Last post by andy velebil « January 11th, 2021, 3:09 pm
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by Brandon R » January 11th, 2021, 11:35 am

Over on Vinous, there are two wines posted weekly. One is dubbed, Vinous Favorites and usually an inexpensive bottle. The other is, Cellar Favorite...

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Last post by andy velebil
January 11th, 2021, 3:09 pm
Two from the weekend: 2017 Walter Scott Cuvee Anne and 2005 Clape Cornas

Last post by Joshua Kates « January 11th, 2021, 2:51 pm

by Joshua Kates » January 11th, 2021, 2:51 pm

2017 Walter Scott Cuvee Anne:
First time with one of their higher end bottlings and the difference showed, though I think their basic chardonnay may...

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Last post by Joshua Kates
January 11th, 2021, 2:51 pm
Radovan Suman Wines....

Last post by Mikael OB « January 11th, 2021, 2:06 pm
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by TomHill » January 11th, 2021, 1:18 pm

This is a natural wine producer in the Styria region of Slovenia. The wines appear to be
rather expensive and have an average rating of around 4/10....

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Last post by Mikael OB
January 11th, 2021, 2:06 pm
TN: 1983 Vieux Château Certan (France, Bordeaux, Libournais, Pomerol)

Last post by Zachary Ross « January 11th, 2021, 2:00 pm
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by A. So » January 10th, 2021, 2:54 pm

1983 Vieux Château Certan - France, Bordeaux, Libournais, Pomerol (1/10/2021)
Popped and poured, and followed over several hours without too much...

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Last post by Zachary Ross
January 11th, 2021, 2:00 pm
Is Gilman channeling Dr. Weinberg in his new article on cellaring Burgundy?

Last post by Kelly Walker « January 11th, 2021, 1:54 pm
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by maureen nelson » January 11th, 2021, 11:46 am

Who said the following?

One of the things that I wish I had done more of when I was first building my own cellar is to have purchased more villages...

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Last post by Kelly Walker
January 11th, 2021, 1:54 pm
Côte-Rôtie under 100$.

Last post by Greg Gardner « January 11th, 2021, 11:10 am
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by LasseK » December 19th, 2020, 4:27 am
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Does anyone have some good suggestions for great Côte-Rôtie...
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Last post by Greg Gardner
January 11th, 2021, 11:10 am
wine.com delivery fail

Last post by Jidhin R. « January 11th, 2021, 9:24 am
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by Nicholas C » September 10th, 2020, 8:01 pm
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Made 6 separate purchases over summer from wine.com and all are on hold until mid-November.

To my surprise one of the purchases, 3 bottles of...
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Last post by Jidhin R.
January 11th, 2021, 9:24 am
Wine Refrigerator Repair recommendation

Last post by Wes Barton « January 11th, 2021, 9:15 am
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by G. Singh » January 10th, 2021, 1:43 pm

Would love a recommendation for repairing a wine enthusiast cooler in the San Francisco Bay Area please.

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Last post by Wes Barton
January 11th, 2021, 9:15 am
TN: 2017 Bedrock Wine Co. Oakville Farmhouse (USA, California, Napa Valley, Oakville)

Last post by Jeff_M. « January 11th, 2021, 9:05 am
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by D@vid Bu3ker » January 8th, 2021, 4:45 pm

2017 Bedrock Wine Co. Oakville Farmhouse - USA, California, Napa Valley, Oakville (1/8/2021)
Every once in a while I drink a wine that plugs me in...

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Last post by Jeff_M.
January 11th, 2021, 9:05 am
2017 Chateau des Fesles Anjou Chenin Sec ‘La Chapelle’ Vieilles Vignes –

Last post by Dan Kravitz « January 11th, 2021, 9:02 am

by Dan Kravitz » January 11th, 2021, 9:02 am

The property is an old favorite, but I’ve never had this bottling. It surfaced at a reasonable price, especially considering tariffs!

The aromas are...

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Last post by Dan Kravitz
January 11th, 2021, 9:02 am
2013 Felsina CCR cooked/variable?

Last post by Vince T « January 11th, 2021, 8:49 am
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by Doug Schulman » January 10th, 2021, 6:53 am

So, I've been saying since it came out that I was surprised at how open and ready to go the 2013 Felsina Chianti Classico Riserva has been. Well, now...

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Last post by Vince T
January 11th, 2021, 8:49 am
Billecart-Salmon Sous Bois, Le Mesnil BdB, 07` Booker Red, 95` Leonetti Cab, 05` Hewitt Cab

Last post by Blake Brown « January 11th, 2021, 7:57 am
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by Blake Brown » January 5th, 2021, 11:13 am

We recently attended a small dinner party and thoroughly enjoyed the fine company of our hosts and their other 2 guests as well as the exquisite...

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Last post by Blake Brown
January 11th, 2021, 7:57 am
NV Larmandier-Bernier Rose de Saigneee

Last post by Blake Brown « January 11th, 2021, 7:42 am
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by Blake Brown » January 10th, 2021, 10:45 am

NV LARMANDIER- BERNIER ROSE de SAIGNEE 1ER CRU- some research indicates this is 100% Pinot Noir from the 2014 vintage sourced from what is arguably...

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Last post by Blake Brown
January 11th, 2021, 7:42 am
TN: 2017 Rhys Chardonnay Horseshoe Vineyard

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « January 11th, 2021, 5:59 am

by D@vid Bu3ker » January 11th, 2021, 5:59 am

2017 Rhys Chardonnay Horseshoe Vineyard - USA, California, San Francisco Bay, Santa Cruz Mountains (1/10/2021)
Bright, fresh, but without much in...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
January 11th, 2021, 5:59 am
Retailer Check - Winetonomy - Reston VA

Last post by Lonnie F. « January 11th, 2021, 5:29 am
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by Lonnie F. » January 3rd, 2021, 8:19 am

Hi. Anyone have any experience with this shop? It's close enough to take a road trip just to get out of the house.

Thanks.

Lonnie

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Last post by Lonnie F.
January 11th, 2021, 5:29 am
Kosher wine tasting last night

Last post by Howard Cooper « January 11th, 2021, 5:15 am
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by Howard Cooper » January 10th, 2021, 7:34 am

Our synagogue had a virtual Kosher wine tasting last night with a guy named Brad du Plessis from kosherwine.com. We had three wines while Brad...

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Last post by Howard Cooper
January 11th, 2021, 5:15 am
Whence upon a time I enjoyed the label more than the wine

Last post by Robert Sand « January 11th, 2021, 12:11 am
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by Arv R » January 10th, 2021, 9:14 pm

1990 Villa La Selva 'Riserva' This has an appealing label with bright colors and scroll work -- a true pleasure to look at. The color is a rusty red...

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Last post by Robert Sand
January 11th, 2021, 12:11 am
What do you want to try in 2021????

Last post by Ryan Gilmour « January 10th, 2021, 10:50 pm
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by Jonathan Favre » January 1st, 2021, 2:16 pm
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Happy New Year all. Today being such a day of reflection of what was and will be - a cause for joy and fulfilled wishes (or is it unfulfilled wishes...
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Last post by Ryan Gilmour
January 10th, 2021, 10:50 pm
Which Rivers Marie wine are you drinking?

Last post by Ian Alper « January 10th, 2021, 9:39 pm
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by Steve Nordhoff » April 9th, 2020, 8:05 am

Based on the Zoom WB event, there are plenty of fans to warrant a separate thread. I will be working through my 150 plus bottles champagne.gif

2014...

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Last post by Ian Alper
January 10th, 2021, 9:39 pm
1991 Beringer Private Reserve

Last post by Brent C l a y t o n « January 10th, 2021, 9:35 pm
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by Tyler B e r r o n e » January 9th, 2021, 10:30 am

what would your recommendations be for opening a 1991 Beringer Private Reserve Cab? Open and leave in bottle or decant? How long?
thank you!!!

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Last post by Brent C l a y t o n
January 10th, 2021, 9:35 pm
Hatzidakis 2017 - Assyrtiko Cuvee No. 15

Last post by Mark Golodetz « January 10th, 2021, 9:00 pm
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by Mark Golodetz » December 28th, 2020, 10:00 am

Let me say up front this wine was controversial. Served to a Zoom group, this was all about minerality, that sort of wet stone flavors. Fruit was...

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January 10th, 2021, 9:00 pm

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