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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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Ferragamo at the Grocery Store - Il Borro

Last post by ykwon « February 2nd, 2019, 9:02 pm
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by K John Joseph » January 30th, 2019, 7:26 am

What in the hell is Salvatore Ferragamo doing at a grocery store in Dallas, Texas? My brain is short-circuited by this ad. Central Market is a fancy...

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Last post by ykwon
February 2nd, 2019, 9:02 pm
Some impressions on the 2015 Barolo vintage

Last post by Karl K « February 2nd, 2019, 8:58 pm
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by MiranK » February 1st, 2019, 3:11 pm

Hi there. I've been tasting quite a few Baroli from various vintages lately so I thought it would be fun to share some impressions.

2014 is not one...

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Last post by Karl K
February 2nd, 2019, 8:58 pm
Why don't more wineries use PayPal or other payment systems?

Last post by JDavisRoby « February 2nd, 2019, 8:53 pm
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by Nate Simon » January 30th, 2019, 10:45 am
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On Berserker Day, I did something I don't usually do: purchase from multiple producers in one day. This got me thinking, as each buying process was...
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Last post by JDavisRoby
February 2nd, 2019, 8:53 pm
How has Kosta Browne changed over the last few years

Last post by Scott E. « February 2nd, 2019, 8:23 pm
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by John M Richards » January 29th, 2019, 3:03 pm

With new owners and a new winemaker, what are the wines like now compared to five or six years ago?

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Last post by Scott E.
February 2nd, 2019, 8:23 pm
TN: 2012 Carlisle Papa’s Block Syrah

Last post by Barry Sunderland « February 2nd, 2019, 6:12 pm
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by Barry Sunderland » January 31st, 2019, 6:35 pm

PnP...
Opaque ruby with purple sheen
Bright red fruits, citrus aromas
Deep, rich, and with a lovely acid balance.
Long, satisfying finish
For 15.1 %...

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Last post by Barry Sunderland
February 2nd, 2019, 6:12 pm
Sanguis 1/1

Last post by David Baum « February 2nd, 2019, 4:56 pm
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by Joe Heflin » January 30th, 2019, 4:24 pm

Release is tomorrow morning: any thoughts about it?

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Last post by David Baum
February 2nd, 2019, 4:56 pm
Venge DLCV

Last post by Jason Hagen « February 2nd, 2019, 3:55 pm
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by Kartik Reddy » January 24th, 2019, 5:04 pm

Offer for three pack of 2015 DLCV from Venge. Retails at $475. This is more than 4x bone ash and 3.5x more than their reserve. Thoughts?

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Last post by Jason Hagen
February 2nd, 2019, 3:55 pm
TN: 2000 Domaine de Chevalier, Rouge, Pessac-Leognan

Last post by Lee Barnard « February 2nd, 2019, 2:46 pm
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by Robert.A.Jr. » February 2nd, 2019, 12:30 pm

Decanted for 2 hours, this wine was wide open.

Quintessential Graves.

Smoke, earth, forest floor, tobacco, cedar and tight sweet-tart red berries...

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Last post by Lee Barnard
February 2nd, 2019, 2:46 pm
NYT on 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape

Last post by Mel Knox « February 2nd, 2019, 2:46 pm
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by J B a s k a m » January 25th, 2019, 3:35 am

Asimov and tasting panels observations on the wines and how the region has moved away from the ultraripe (which to me is a very good thing)....

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Last post by Mel Knox
February 2nd, 2019, 2:46 pm
TN: 2014 Cruse Wine Company Chardonnay Rorick

Last post by Nate Simon « February 2nd, 2019, 2:36 pm
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by Nate Simon » February 1st, 2019, 7:37 pm

2014 Cruse Wine Company Chardonnay Rorick - USA, California, Sierra Foothills, Calaveras County (2/1/2019)
I was surprised to find this one in the...

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Last post by Nate Simon
February 2nd, 2019, 2:36 pm
Update: FEDERAL INDICTMENT - Safe Harbour Wine Storage and Bill Holder – CRIMINAL

Last post by YLee « February 2nd, 2019, 2:21 pm
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by Todd Laubach » July 12th, 2018, 1:30 pm
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I want to thank the 2 people on this board that reached out to me. If you currently have wine stored at the facility, I urge you to immediately...
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Last post by YLee
February 2nd, 2019, 2:21 pm
TN: 1996 Chateau Sociando Mallet Cuvee Jean Gautreau - Out of GrasslGlass Stems

Last post by Claus Jeppesen « February 2nd, 2019, 1:38 pm
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by Robert.A.Jr. » January 13th, 2019, 4:38 pm

The Cuvee

A bit on this special cuvee before I comment on the wine and glasses. From Leve's website:

In 1995, Sociando Mallet produced a special...

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Last post by Claus Jeppesen
February 2nd, 2019, 1:38 pm
"New World" and "Old World": What do they mean to you?

Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m « February 2nd, 2019, 1:37 pm
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by Jim Stewart » January 29th, 2019, 5:34 am
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I often read these short-hand descriptors applied to an individual wine or to a wine drinker's preference in wine. Do you use these terms? What do...
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Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m
February 2nd, 2019, 1:37 pm
TN: Z-H Cllrs PinotNoir ValleyFoothillsVnyd '16...(short/boring)

Last post by Casey Hartlip « February 2nd, 2019, 1:09 pm
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by TomHill » February 1st, 2019, 8:52 am

Shared this ystrday with Paul:
1. Z-H Cllrs PinotNoir ValleyFoothillsVnyd 2016 : Med.color; rather bright/black cherry/PN bit earthy/dusty light...

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Last post by Casey Hartlip
February 2nd, 2019, 1:09 pm
TN: Cloudy Montevetrano Ebenezer Seghesio Taylors

Last post by Kris Patten « February 2nd, 2019, 12:58 pm
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by wspohn » February 2nd, 2019, 12:56 pm

Notes on a blind tasting:

Roederer Anderson Valley Brut nv – medium amber, very little mousse, a nose of oxidized elder flower, finishing very dry...

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Last post by Kris Patten
February 2nd, 2019, 12:58 pm
Ferrière 2000 and Lafon-Rochet 2003

Last post by mseeber « February 2nd, 2019, 11:53 am
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by Julian Marshall » January 27th, 2019, 1:42 am

We tried these side by side last night.

Ferrière 2000

I don't remember if I posted about this before - quite possibly, since I'm a great fan, and...

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Last post by mseeber
February 2nd, 2019, 11:53 am
TN: 2014 Domaine Pierre Guillemot Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er Cru Les Serpentières

Last post by Marc Frontario « February 2nd, 2019, 11:34 am
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by Dale McClaran » February 2nd, 2019, 10:27 am

2014 Domaine Pierre Guillemot Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er Cru Les Serpentières - France, Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er Cru (2/2/2019)...

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Last post by Marc Frontario
February 2nd, 2019, 11:34 am
Oh, man, I swallowed but should have spit...Moet & Chandon 2008 Grand Vintage Champagne. Qu'est-ce que?

Last post by lleichtman « February 2nd, 2019, 11:02 am
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by Anton D » January 28th, 2019, 9:40 am

I bought a 2008 Moet Grand Vintage champagne to take to a blind tasting of sparklers that can be found locally at retail.

This was an abomination....

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Last post by lleichtman
February 2nd, 2019, 11:02 am
Ever had a 'bretty' sparkling wine?

Last post by David Cooper « February 2nd, 2019, 10:19 am
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by larry schaffer » February 1st, 2019, 10:04 am

I opened a NV Cremant du Jura from Jean Bourdy the other night, and it was definitely bretty - slight barnyard with hay and leather saddle notes....

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Last post by David Cooper
February 2nd, 2019, 10:19 am
Colgin offering

Last post by Scott Fitzgerald « February 2nd, 2019, 9:43 am
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by Frank Z » January 29th, 2019, 9:22 am

To preface, I love Colgin wines, and I cherish each bottle that I can obtain, and have enjoyed every single bottle that I have drank.

With that...

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Last post by Scott Fitzgerald
February 2nd, 2019, 9:43 am
Psa: a few deals

Last post by alan weinberg « February 2nd, 2019, 9:06 am
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by Mich@el Ch@ng » January 31st, 2019, 9:15 am

Wine library has a few decent deals on their current sale. They have the sassetti brunello for 49, some 17 Vincent Paris 30/60 for decent prices and...

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Last post by alan weinberg
February 2nd, 2019, 9:06 am
Italy: cheap grapes in fancy wines

Last post by mmarcellus « February 2nd, 2019, 8:56 am
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by YLee » February 1st, 2019, 6:05 pm

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Last post by mmarcellus
February 2nd, 2019, 8:56 am
Wine Storage - User Group / Forum

Last post by David H. « February 2nd, 2019, 8:37 am
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by David H. » February 1st, 2019, 8:15 am

Does this hidden forum still exist?

If so, could my previous pending request be approved? I'm looking to gain some understanding on the wine storage...

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Last post by David H.
February 2nd, 2019, 8:37 am
1998 Chateau Larmande

Last post by D Zurcher « February 2nd, 2019, 6:24 am
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by Dan Kravitz » January 28th, 2019, 5:48 pm

Another Bordeaux thread made me thirsty, but not thirsty enough to crack a mature super-second to drink by myself (Sally not drinking tonight).

This...

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Last post by D Zurcher
February 2nd, 2019, 6:24 am
TN: 2012 Isole e Olena Chianti Classico (Italy, Tuscany, Chianti, Chianti Classico DOCG)

Last post by Richard T r i m p i « February 2nd, 2019, 6:09 am
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by Doug Lee » August 9th, 2018, 8:42 am

2012 Isole e Olena Chianti Classico - Italy, Tuscany, Chianti, Chianti Classico DOCG (8/8/2018)
Popped and poured. Dark ruby with scarlet hints....

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Last post by Richard T r i m p i
February 2nd, 2019, 6:09 am
Coravin capsules on airplanes

Last post by Chris Seiber « February 1st, 2019, 11:44 pm
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by Joel Singer » January 31st, 2019, 11:15 am

I did a search and found this post, but no replies. Anyone have experience with bringing Coravin capsules on an airplane flight, either in checked...

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Last post by Chris Seiber
February 1st, 2019, 11:44 pm
Let's talk about Sherry

Last post by Barry Sunderland « February 1st, 2019, 8:09 pm
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by J a y H a c k » January 23rd, 2019, 5:45 pm

On Monday, we had the periodic sherry only dinner organized by The Good Jay Miller, a/k/a The Other Jay, at Pings in Chinatown. Here is the lineup:...

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Last post by Barry Sunderland
February 1st, 2019, 8:09 pm
Cantemerle 05 and Du Tertre 06

Last post by A S K R O B A C K « February 1st, 2019, 7:59 pm
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by Julian Marshall » December 23rd, 2018, 1:18 am

A couple of bottles to limber up before Christmas.

Cantemerle 2005

I'm a great fan of Cantemerle, or rather I used to be, but this is one of an...

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Last post by A S K R O B A C K
February 1st, 2019, 7:59 pm
TN: 2010 Fleur Cardinale

Last post by Glenn L e v i n e « February 1st, 2019, 7:20 pm
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by J Dove » April 20th, 2013, 3:46 pm

Lots of oaky aromatics, especially chocolate with WA cab-like cinnamon and some blackberry underneath. I'd have a hard time getting to Bordeaux on...

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Last post by Glenn L e v i n e
February 1st, 2019, 7:20 pm
Sandlands Save the Date: Jan. 17th

Last post by Glenn L e v i n e « February 1st, 2019, 7:07 pm
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by ky1em!ttskus » January 12th, 2018, 12:32 pm
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We plan to release our 2016 wines on Wednesday, January 17th to our customers who have previously purchased from us. On Tuesday, January 23rd we will...
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Last post by Glenn L e v i n e
February 1st, 2019, 7:07 pm
Question for J.J. Prum Collectors...

Last post by A. So « February 1st, 2019, 6:56 pm
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by BlaineRyanHunt » January 29th, 2019, 5:28 pm

I know everyone will have their own opinion, but I’d love to hear from some of the fellow Prum fans what you think the ideal drinking window is for:...

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Last post by A. So
February 1st, 2019, 6:56 pm
TN: 2014 Copain Brosseau Chardonnay Chalone

Last post by Frank Murray III « February 1st, 2019, 5:36 pm
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by Frank Murray III » May 27th, 2018, 7:25 pm

I grabbed this tonight to have with an arugula salad. I figured it would pair well with the peppery leaves, as well as the light citrus dressing I...

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Last post by Frank Murray III
February 1st, 2019, 5:36 pm
Ray Walker & Maison Ilan updates - the saga has ended...(updated)

Last post by Jim Brennan « February 1st, 2019, 5:03 pm
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by Todd F r e n c h » July 14th, 2016, 11:04 am
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Seems like Zach Velcoff is no longer with Maison Ilan?
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Last post by Jim Brennan
February 1st, 2019, 5:03 pm
Retailer check: InternetWines.com

Last post by Michae1 P0wers « February 1st, 2019, 4:45 pm
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by Ross W » February 1st, 2019, 10:12 am

Has anyone here ever purchase Bordeaux futures from InternetWines.com? If so, positive or negative experiences? Thanks in advance

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Last post by Michae1 P0wers
February 1st, 2019, 4:45 pm
TN: 2017 Kelley Fox Wines Pinot Blanc Freedom Hill Vineyard

Last post by Ian H « February 1st, 2019, 4:35 pm
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by Dale McClaran » January 4th, 2019, 9:18 am

2017 Kelley Fox Wines Pinot Blanc Freedom Hill Vineyard - USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley (1/4/2019)
From the get go, this was expressive, complex,...

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Last post by Ian H
February 1st, 2019, 4:35 pm
TN: 2012 Barnett Vineyards Merlot Spring Mountain District

Last post by John Glas « February 1st, 2019, 3:17 pm

by John Glas » February 1st, 2019, 3:17 pm

2012 Barnett Vineyards Merlot Spring Mountain District - USA, California, Napa Valley, Spring Mountain District (1/30/2019)
Day 1: Sold this out at...

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Last post by John Glas
February 1st, 2019, 3:17 pm
Best Bargain Champagne

Last post by julianseersmartin « February 1st, 2019, 2:39 pm
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by Nick F. » January 7th, 2019, 12:55 pm
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Anyone have suggestions for Best Bargain champagne's? Both Rose and Standard?

Call it sub $40?
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Last post by julianseersmartin
February 1st, 2019, 2:39 pm
TN: 2014 Robert Keenan Winery Cabernet Sauvignon (USA, California, Napa Valley)

Last post by dsimmons « February 1st, 2019, 1:42 pm
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by bob poirier » February 1st, 2019, 6:11 am

2014 Robert Keenan Winery Cabernet Sauvignon - USA, California, Napa Valley (2/1/2019)
PnP could've benefited from a little air. Noticeable tannins...

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Last post by dsimmons
February 1st, 2019, 1:42 pm
TN: N.V. Equipo Navazos Jerez-Xérès-Sherry La Bota de Palo Cortado Nº 21

Last post by Jay Miller « February 1st, 2019, 1:38 pm
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by Kirk.Grant » February 1st, 2019, 9:31 am

NV Equipo Navazos Jerez-Xérès-Sherry La Bota de Palo Cortado Nº 21 - Spain, Andalucía, Jerez-Xérès-Sherry (1/26/2019)
This is a beautiful light...

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Last post by Jay Miller
February 1st, 2019, 1:38 pm
passive cellar too cold?

Last post by AndrewH « February 1st, 2019, 1:03 pm
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by Neal.Mollen » January 31st, 2019, 5:44 am

My cellar used to be passive year round, but I found myself worrying in August when the temps could get into the mid to high 60s. Intellectually I...

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Last post by AndrewH
February 1st, 2019, 1:03 pm
TN: 2001 La Spinetta (Rivetti) Barbaresco Vürsù Vigneto Starderi

Last post by JeffK « February 1st, 2019, 11:49 am

by JeffK » February 1st, 2019, 11:49 am

2001 La Spinetta (Rivetti) Barbaresco Vürsù Vigneto Starderi - Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barbaresco (1/30/2019)

The last of the 5 bottles I...

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Last post by JeffK
February 1st, 2019, 11:49 am
Berserker Day 10...what'd ya get?

Last post by Dave McIsaac « February 1st, 2019, 10:52 am
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by Kris Patten » January 26th, 2019, 5:49 pm
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On the early run some Lagier Meredith mags of Syrah and mixed case of Wilde Farm: Heritage, Chard and Pinot Noir.

Need to out some thought into...
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Last post by Dave McIsaac
February 1st, 2019, 10:52 am
2016 Saxum offering

Last post by larry schaffer « February 1st, 2019, 10:46 am
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by Mike Van1 » June 27th, 2018, 5:06 pm
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Surprised there has been no mention of the recent Saxum offiering. I’m a hard core Napa Cab guy but always a buyer of Saxum for something different....
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Last post by larry schaffer
February 1st, 2019, 10:46 am
TN: 2003 Turley Petite Syrah Hayne Vineyard (USA, California, Napa Valley, St. Helena)

Last post by Brandon R « February 1st, 2019, 9:00 am
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by D@vid Bu3ker » February 1st, 2019, 5:14 am

2003 Turley Petite Syrah Hayne Vineyard - USA, California, Napa Valley, St. Helena (1/31/2019)
Cold night, so I wanted a rich wine. This had been...

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Last post by Brandon R
February 1st, 2019, 9:00 am
TN: 2013 Comm. G.B. Burlotto Barolo Monvigliero - Burgund made in Barolo

Last post by michael ottesen « February 1st, 2019, 5:18 am
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by Martin Zwick » January 31st, 2019, 12:07 am

Opened yesterday night to give him some air for tonight and took a little glass.

2013 Comm. G.B. Burlotto Barolo Monvigliero

WOW.....never had...

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Last post by michael ottesen
February 1st, 2019, 5:18 am
Turley 2017 Vintage Spring Release

Last post by M@tt G. « February 1st, 2019, 1:01 am
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by Carlton McCrindle » January 21st, 2019, 4:30 pm

Received my allocations today by email. Was not offered Bedrock, 101 or Sadie but still plenty to choose from.

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Last post by M@tt G.
February 1st, 2019, 1:01 am
Corkscrews Wine Storage - Colorado

Last post by Philip G « January 31st, 2019, 10:27 pm
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by Robert Lateiner » January 31st, 2019, 1:57 pm

Anyone have experience with them? Thank you in advance!

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Last post by Philip G
January 31st, 2019, 10:27 pm
What is your go to Wine Publication for wine & vintage info?

Last post by JAKE H A N C O C K « January 31st, 2019, 5:34 pm
Replies: 29
by jimw » January 27th, 2019, 12:46 pm

I'm looking for a new broad based wine publication. I used to enjoy the detail in Parker's News Letter, but do not trust it any longer. Is there...

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Last post by JAKE H A N C O C K
January 31st, 2019, 5:34 pm
PSA - Kistler Chard & Pinot '95 thru '07

Last post by Jeremy Charmak « January 31st, 2019, 5:33 pm
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by mattcitrang » January 31st, 2019, 10:38 am

Chambers Street has Kistler Pinots and Chards form multiple single vineyards ranging from 1995 thru 2007.

Picked up a few older Chards to try.

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Last post by Jeremy Charmak
January 31st, 2019, 5:33 pm
WineSlash

Last post by b. c@stner « January 31st, 2019, 5:01 pm
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by Bdklein » July 26th, 2018, 8:56 am

First Email from them-they got my email from somewhere .

Anybody know this company ??

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Last post by b. c@stner
January 31st, 2019, 5:01 pm
TN: KennethVolk Negrette '12...(short/boring)

Last post by Ken Zinns « January 31st, 2019, 4:39 pm
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by TomHill » January 31st, 2019, 7:41 am

This was a mystery wine Tom&Maria brought to a tasting:
1. KennethVolkVnyds Negrette CalleriVnyd/SanBenitoCnty (13.4%; www.VolkWines.com) SantaMaria...

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Last post by Ken Zinns
January 31st, 2019, 4:39 pm
TN: LesPolissons Malbec de Cahors NV...(short/boring)

Last post by TomHill « January 31st, 2019, 4:21 pm
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by TomHill » January 30th, 2019, 2:19 pm

Tried this wine from my recent PrimaIlConsorzio shipment:
1. LesPolissons AC: Malbec de Cahors (13.5%; www.ClosDaudhuy.Fr; Winewise/Benecia; 30 yr...

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Last post by TomHill
January 31st, 2019, 4:21 pm
Calculating Cooling Needs for Wine Cellar

Last post by AndrewH « January 31st, 2019, 3:33 pm
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by AndrewH » July 21st, 2013, 7:17 pm

For those of you building your own cellars (or at least thinking about it), I'm adding some documents to help guide you in calculating needs.

First...

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Last post by AndrewH
January 31st, 2019, 3:33 pm
TN: 1991 Musar

Last post by Doug Schulman « January 31st, 2019, 1:58 pm
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by Lee Short » January 25th, 2019, 6:56 pm

The cork was soaked all the way through, and dried bits of wine glued the capsule to the neck of the bottle. I think this is just a bad cork, as...

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Last post by Doug Schulman
January 31st, 2019, 1:58 pm
750Daily: Reductive Notes in Natural Wines

Last post by tcavallo « January 31st, 2019, 1:58 pm
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by TomHill » January 30th, 2019, 1:30 pm

Interesting article, as linked in WineTerroirist, on 750Daily:
750Daily:Reductive Notes
on why low-sulfur/no-sulfur natural wines can oft develop...

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Last post by tcavallo
January 31st, 2019, 1:58 pm
Expanding my horizons

Last post by Doug Schulman « January 31st, 2019, 1:57 pm
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by Chuck J o r d a n » January 29th, 2019, 11:50 am

I am wanting to expand my horizons a bit. I currently drink west coast wines. An example of the wines I currently have been drinking are: beaux...

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Last post by Doug Schulman
January 31st, 2019, 1:57 pm
TN: New Reds/Mostly Bedrock&LimerickLane...(long/boring)

Last post by Drew Goin « January 31st, 2019, 12:28 pm
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by TomHill » January 31st, 2019, 10:07 am

We tasted last night (8/1/18) Some New Reds:
1. Santomas Refosk V.O. Slovenska Istra (13.5%; www.BlueDanubeWine.com) Glavina 2015 : Very dark color;...

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Last post by Drew Goin
January 31st, 2019, 12:28 pm
TN: Italians

Last post by wspohn « January 31st, 2019, 11:56 am
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by wspohn » January 26th, 2019, 11:05 am

Blind tasting group turned out to be Italian wines this month. I shall remember it as the ‘Ripe Italian’ tasting as so many wines showed such ripe...

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Last post by wspohn
January 31st, 2019, 11:56 am
Wine Storage Near Berkeley

Last post by Stephen Chen « January 31st, 2019, 11:22 am
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by Stephen Chen » January 30th, 2019, 1:25 pm

First-time poster. Any advice on professional wine storage near Berkeley? Seen good things on here about Subterraneum. There's a new place in...

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Last post by Stephen Chen
January 31st, 2019, 11:22 am
Sandlands 2016 Santa Lucia Highlands Syrah

Last post by Brian Ojalvo « January 31st, 2019, 10:34 am
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by Brian Ojalvo » January 30th, 2019, 7:46 pm

Been drinking these wines now since their first release some years back. I always make sure I order enough to keep me fortified for important...

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Last post by Brian Ojalvo
January 31st, 2019, 10:34 am
Variation in oak presence in a short time?

Last post by John Morris « January 31st, 2019, 8:53 am
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by Jason T » January 30th, 2019, 5:16 am

I’m somewhat oak sensitive/oak averse. One of my favorite Zin producers, Talty, historically had what I’d describe as a restrained use - after a...

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Last post by John Morris
January 31st, 2019, 8:53 am
06` Whitcraft Bien Nacido Q Block Pinot Noir/ 08` Casanova di Neri Tenuta Nuova Brunello

Last post by Blake Brown « January 31st, 2019, 8:38 am
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by Blake Brown » January 29th, 2019, 10:09 am

Dinner with a good friend included 2 good wines to pair with the fine pizzas we ordered:

2006 WHITCRAFT WINERY BIEN NACIDO VINEYARD Q BLOCK SANTA...

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Last post by Blake Brown
January 31st, 2019, 8:38 am
TN: 2015 Jolie-Laide Syrah Halcon Vineyard. A Mistake Is a Win!

Last post by Tom DeBiase « January 31st, 2019, 8:23 am
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by Tom DeBiase » January 30th, 2019, 1:28 pm

We were headed to an Italian restaurant that has been around for quite awhile but new to us. At home looking at the current menu online a scallop and...

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Last post by Tom DeBiase
January 31st, 2019, 8:23 am
How long should you let wine rest after shipping?

Last post by Sarah Kirschbaum « January 31st, 2019, 7:50 am
Replies: 48
by seanr » January 29th, 2019, 7:38 pm

I usually shop locally but I have a bunch of stuff coming from berserker day. Looking online I have seen everything from 24 hours to a month....

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Last post by Sarah Kirschbaum
January 31st, 2019, 7:50 am
I am a CT delinquent.

Last post by Rich K0rz€nk0 « January 31st, 2019, 7:29 am
Replies: 112
by M. M c C a l l » September 7th, 2009, 5:40 pm
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Every time we bring home wine, Steve and I sit down at the computer and dutifully enter each bottle into CT. We carefully track not only the wine,...
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Last post by Rich K0rz€nk0
January 31st, 2019, 7:29 am
Where's the good, cheap Sangio?

Last post by Mike Evans « January 31st, 2019, 6:18 am
Replies: 48
by Bill Moore » January 28th, 2019, 1:46 pm

I love classically styled Sangiovese with pizza or pastas with tomato-based sauces. Yes, a shockingly novel pairing, I know, but my issue is that all...

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Last post by Mike Evans
January 31st, 2019, 6:18 am
Coravin Model Two $199

Last post by b. c@stner « January 31st, 2019, 5:55 am

by b. c@stner » January 31st, 2019, 5:55 am

Today only I believe

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Last post by b. c@stner
January 31st, 2019, 5:55 am
TNs: Polar Vortex bubbles

Last post by Markus S « January 31st, 2019, 5:02 am
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by Keith A k e r s » January 30th, 2019, 6:53 pm

2008 Gaston Chiquet Champagne Millésime Or - France, Champagne (1/30/2019)
Nose: The nose is extremely well balanced and elegant, filled with red...

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Last post by Markus S
January 31st, 2019, 5:02 am
Champagne refrigerator

Last post by Victor Hong « January 31st, 2019, 2:36 am
Replies: 15
by Ken McNamara » January 26th, 2019, 6:01 am

We are looking to buy a refrigerator specifically for Champagne sized bottles that can hold roughly 200-250 bottles. Does anyone have any brand/model...

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Last post by Victor Hong
January 31st, 2019, 2:36 am
TN: 1971 Charles Noellat Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Les Beaux Monts

Last post by Jeremy Holmes « January 30th, 2019, 8:49 pm
Replies: 4
by Jeremy Holmes » January 28th, 2019, 9:49 pm

1971 Charles Noellat Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Les Beaux Monts - France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru (1/28/2019)
Fabulous nose of...

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Last post by Jeremy Holmes
January 30th, 2019, 8:49 pm
Allavina 99, 115, 172 or 177 refrig?

Last post by YLee « January 30th, 2019, 7:10 pm

by YLee » January 30th, 2019, 7:10 pm

Anyone had or have any of these? Trying to see if these are any good and if they last long without issues.

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Last post by YLee
January 30th, 2019, 7:10 pm
TN: 2002 Château Léoville Poyferré (France, Bordeaux, Médoc, St. Julien)

Last post by A S K R O B A C K « January 30th, 2019, 6:54 pm
Replies: 1
by J Dove » January 29th, 2019, 5:09 pm

2002 Château Léoville Poyferré - France, Bordeaux, Médoc, St. Julien (1/29/2019)
Even after 16+ years, the color shows virtually no evolution....

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Last post by A S K R O B A C K
January 30th, 2019, 6:54 pm
TN: 2015 Liquid Farm Chardonnay La Hermana

Last post by John Glas « January 30th, 2019, 6:26 pm
Replies: 8
by John Glas » January 30th, 2019, 1:13 pm

2015 Liquid Farm Chardonnay La Hermana - USA, California, Central Coast, Santa Maria Valley (1/28/2019)
Day 1: Not as good as the last bottle....

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Last post by John Glas
January 30th, 2019, 6:26 pm
Anderson Valley Brief Visit and a Few Notes -- Added Photos

Last post by Casey Hartlip « January 30th, 2019, 5:48 pm
Replies: 19
by Dan Sch » January 28th, 2019, 4:59 pm

I’ve been going to AV since 2013, and decided to to some bike riding, some wine tasting, and a tiny bit of eating whilst up in Sonoma and Philo! If...

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Last post by Casey Hartlip
January 30th, 2019, 5:48 pm
Natural Wine & Whole-Cluster Ferments??

Last post by Bruce G « January 30th, 2019, 5:10 pm
Replies: 16
by TomHill » January 29th, 2019, 4:12 pm

I like what whole-cluster ferments adds to Syrah. Especially as used by Bedrock/Boheme/Carlisle/Harrington and others.
It seems to give the wine a...

16 Replies

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Last post by Bruce G
January 30th, 2019, 5:10 pm
TN: 2006 Bonneau du Martray CC

Last post by Kent Comley « January 30th, 2019, 3:17 pm
Replies: 9
by alan weinberg » January 27th, 2019, 10:24 pm

whew, a good bottle, in fact damn fine. Still pretty tight, menthol and steel, citrus, all tightly bound and peint great drive and length. Needs a...

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Last post by Kent Comley
January 30th, 2019, 3:17 pm
Sonoma Tasting Notes Harvest moon and Porter Creek -- Added Photos

Last post by Dan Sch « January 30th, 2019, 2:19 pm
Replies: 8
by Dan Sch » January 28th, 2019, 5:17 pm

Porter Creek:

These guys are not mentioned a whole lot, but I e tasted there three times now and am always impressed with the quality. The...

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Last post by Dan Sch
January 30th, 2019, 2:19 pm
First Growth Bdx style question

Last post by Jeff Leve « January 30th, 2019, 2:10 pm
Replies: 33
by Doug Schulman » January 25th, 2019, 1:58 pm

A recent thread got me thinking about this. I've been to a couple of large Bordeaux tastings in the past few years (new releases), and it's clear to...

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Last post by Jeff Leve
January 30th, 2019, 2:10 pm
TN: Stekar sivi pinot '16...(short/boring)

Last post by TomHill « January 30th, 2019, 12:48 pm

by TomHill » January 30th, 2019, 12:48 pm

Exploring more of the PM natural wine portfolio, I tried last night:
1. Stekar sivi pinot (14.5%; Bio; www.VinaStekar.Si; 48 hrs skin maceration; no...

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Last post by TomHill
January 30th, 2019, 12:48 pm
TN: Three "Natural" Reds...(short/boring)

Last post by TomHill « January 30th, 2019, 12:41 pm
Replies: 5
by TomHill » January 28th, 2019, 7:29 am

Some new wines from PMWines showed up at ArroyoVino, so tried these three:
1. Testalonga DOC: Dolceacqua (Rossesse; Louis/Dressner; 14%) Nino&Erica...

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Last post by TomHill
January 30th, 2019, 12:41 pm
Impressions 1-28-19

Last post by Jim Cowan « January 30th, 2019, 11:21 am
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by Jim Cowan » January 28th, 2019, 6:26 pm

Wine Impressions - 1-28-19

Bubbles:
1984 Lauer, Sparkling Riesling - not my style but very much enjoyed by others. To me, it felt tired and aged...

13 Replies

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Last post by Jim Cowan
January 30th, 2019, 11:21 am
KELLER 2017 impressions

Last post by Joost Clarijs « January 30th, 2019, 8:07 am
Replies: 36
by Herwig Janssen » January 27th, 2019, 5:33 am

After Martin's initial impressions about top German Riesling producers duo Klaus Peter and Julia Keller , we were also invited to to taste their dry...

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Last post by Joost Clarijs
January 30th, 2019, 8:07 am
Berserker Day 10 - how much did ya get?

Last post by AndrewH « January 30th, 2019, 7:27 am
Replies: 5
by AndrewH » January 28th, 2019, 8:15 pm

Not what, but how much. Just wine, not other goodies.

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Last post by AndrewH
January 30th, 2019, 7:27 am
TN: 2013 Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon Cold Creek Vineyard

Last post by John Glas « January 30th, 2019, 5:46 am
Replies: 2
by John Glas » January 29th, 2019, 2:12 pm

2013 Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon Cold Creek Vineyard - USA, Washington, Columbia Valley (1/28/2019)
Day 1: Offers some nice fruit on...

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Last post by John Glas
January 30th, 2019, 5:46 am
How does QVC get away with shipping wine to almost everywhere?

Last post by Jason T « January 30th, 2019, 5:30 am
Replies: 11
by S. Stevenson » January 29th, 2019, 11:15 am

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Last post by Jason T
January 30th, 2019, 5:30 am
TN: Rombauer Zin Calif '16...(short/boring)

Last post by Jason T « January 30th, 2019, 4:56 am
Replies: 1
by TomHill » January 28th, 2019, 6:45 am

Tried last night:
1. RombauerVnyds Zin Calif (15.9%; www.Rombauer.com; 6% PS; 83% ElDorado&SierraFoothills; SaH: 27.7 Brix) Napa 2016 : Med.dark...

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Last post by Jason T
January 30th, 2019, 4:56 am
TN: 1990 Noël Verset Cornas (France, Rhône, Northern Rhône, Cornas)

Last post by Markus S « January 30th, 2019, 4:50 am
Replies: 9
by Alan Rath » January 29th, 2019, 9:11 am

1990 Noël Verset Cornas - France, Rhône, Northern Rhône, Cornas (1/29/2019)
A bottle generously brought by a local wine shop owner, acquired on...

9 Replies

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Last post by Markus S
January 30th, 2019, 4:50 am
PSA: Kata is live

Last post by NickRut « January 29th, 2019, 8:25 pm
Replies: 12
by MikeHill » January 29th, 2019, 9:11 am

Offering both the Beckstoffer Bourne Cab and Ghost Dog

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Last post by NickRut
January 29th, 2019, 8:25 pm
A couple of '05's

Last post by alan weinberg « January 29th, 2019, 7:20 pm
Replies: 9
by Jeremy Holmes » January 28th, 2019, 3:13 pm

These two are motoring along beautifully under screwcap.

2005 Grosset Riesling Watervale - Australia, South Australia, Mount Lofty Ranges,...

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Last post by alan weinberg
January 29th, 2019, 7:20 pm
Different capsules in Coche Corton Charly

Last post by Pirom P. « January 29th, 2019, 6:52 pm
Replies: 23
by Pirom P. » January 28th, 2019, 2:04 am

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So ive heard that exports to certain countries will result in capsules of different colours for Coche's Cortons. I'm not sure however...

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Last post by Pirom P.
January 29th, 2019, 6:52 pm
Di Costanzo "Di Co" - anyone buying?

Last post by Glen Gold « January 29th, 2019, 4:49 pm
Replies: 32
by Brandon R » September 12th, 2018, 9:59 am

A few weeks ago list members received an email from Di Costanzo with information about an upcoming release of a second wine called Di Co. Up to this...

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Last post by Glen Gold
January 29th, 2019, 4:49 pm
TN: 2001 Joh. Jos. Christoffel Erben Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Auslese **

Last post by J Dove « January 29th, 2019, 4:48 pm
Replies: 3
by JeffK » January 29th, 2019, 10:02 am

2001 Joh. Jos. Christoffel Erben Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Auslese ** - Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer (1/27/2019)

The 1st of my 3 bottles. Purchased...

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Last post by J Dove
January 29th, 2019, 4:48 pm
TN: 2015 Dirty & Rowdy Mourvedre Antle Vineyard

Last post by H Wallace Jr « January 29th, 2019, 4:27 pm
Replies: 18
by Tom DeBiase » January 12th, 2019, 4:20 pm

Hardy's red wines always have that signature Rosy-Acacia-lavender aroma and this mourvedre last night had it in spades. You could smell this wine the...

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Last post by H Wallace Jr
January 29th, 2019, 4:27 pm
RIP: Chris Bilbro/MariettaCllrs

Last post by Drew Goin « January 29th, 2019, 3:29 pm
Replies: 21
by TomHill » January 27th, 2019, 7:05 pm

Found out a bit ago from Jake’s FaceBook page that his Dad died ystrday. I gather it was rather unexpected.
Met Chris way long ago out there. Would...

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Last post by Drew Goin
January 29th, 2019, 3:29 pm
Want to taste a wine with obvious VA...in the name of learning...

Last post by Steve Slatcher « January 29th, 2019, 2:39 pm
Replies: 67
by Brandon R » January 17th, 2019, 3:48 pm
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I see notes here and there mentioning wines that have too much volatile acidity. I'm sure I've had wines with elevated VA, but I can't say that I...
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Last post by Steve Slatcher
January 29th, 2019, 2:39 pm
Forbes: German Influence in Friuli

Last post by TomHill « January 29th, 2019, 1:38 pm

by TomHill » January 29th, 2019, 1:38 pm

An interesting article by TomMullen in Forbes, as linked in WineTerroirist, about the influence of Germany on the Friuli wines:
GermanInFriuli .
I...

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Last post by TomHill
January 29th, 2019, 1:38 pm
TN: 2001 Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Last post by Andrew S. « January 29th, 2019, 12:55 pm
Replies: 24
by k s h i n » January 28th, 2019, 5:20 am

2001 Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape - France, Rhône, Southern Rhône, Châteauneuf-du-Pape (1/27/2019)
Expressive fully mature nose...

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Last post by Andrew S.
January 29th, 2019, 12:55 pm
TN Boundary Break 2017 Riesling Reserve

Last post by Curt Wood « January 29th, 2019, 12:33 pm

by Curt Wood » January 29th, 2019, 12:33 pm

This is labeled 198 for the clone that is used. Very pale in color but with a prominent aroma of green apple. Not as acid as a lot of Riesling but...

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Last post by Curt Wood
January 29th, 2019, 12:33 pm
Paging Mr. Alfert: 2016 Les Carmes Haut Brion

Last post by Mike Grammer « January 29th, 2019, 12:12 pm
Replies: 15
by crickey » January 19th, 2019, 3:34 pm

Just looking at the just-released review by Galloni. Ignoring the 98 score for a moment, let's focus on the tasting note:

Red cherry jam, wild...

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Last post by Mike Grammer
January 29th, 2019, 12:12 pm
Real or Fake? ‘82 Ch Canon

Last post by Marcu$ Stanley « January 29th, 2019, 11:58 am
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by J.Durham » January 25th, 2019, 4:04 pm

I picked this up at a well known DC retailer. It was delivered to my room so I didn’t see before hand. I was sent a pic ahead of time and didn’t...

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January 29th, 2019, 11:58 am

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