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Important new changes on the 'memberships', new system, etc

Last post by Todd F r e n c h « March 4th, 2021, 8:12 pm

by Todd F r e n c h » March 4th, 2021, 8:12 pm

After months of research, I've finally installed a new system that allows those who choose one of our 'membership' options (Grand Cru Crü, Monopole...

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Beef in Billerica w/ Ducru, Pichon, Monte Bello's, Dominus!

Last post by Randy Sloan « February 3rd, 2009, 8:54 am
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by Tyler Rico » January 31st, 2009, 1:18 pm

Here are my TN’s from a night up in Billerica at Stelios Restaurant. The theme was cabernet based wines from the years between 1985 and 1995. It...

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Last post by Randy Sloan
February 3rd, 2009, 8:54 am
TN: 2005 Dunham Cellars Syrah- Columbia Valley

Last post by larry schaffer « February 3rd, 2009, 8:41 am
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by mike pobega » February 3rd, 2009, 8:38 am

The surprise of the afternoon. I have always been a fan of the Cabernet and blends coming from Dunham, but never had their Syrah.

This had a...

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Last post by larry schaffer
February 3rd, 2009, 8:41 am
TN: 2005 Charles Smith Wines The Skull -Royal Slope

Last post by mike pobega « February 3rd, 2009, 8:18 am
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by mike pobega » February 3rd, 2009, 7:58 am

Dark as night, this wine must be tasted to be believed. Its thick and dense, but yet polished and structured. An incredible mouth feel with gobs of...

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Last post by mike pobega
February 3rd, 2009, 8:18 am
Varietals, I love the varietal more than region

Last post by Jeff Pf0h1 « February 3rd, 2009, 2:17 am
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by Jeff Pf0h1 » February 2nd, 2009, 3:31 am

Once again I'm at a tasting and the debate of Calif Cabs vs Bordeaux comes up. Spreads into New World Pinot vs Burgundy. These discussions are always...

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Last post by Jeff Pf0h1
February 3rd, 2009, 2:17 am
TN: 2006 Siduri Pinot Noir, Cargasacchi Vyd, Sta. Rita H

Last post by Jeff Pf0h1 « February 3rd, 2009, 2:11 am
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by Mary Baker » February 1st, 2009, 12:50 pm

First, my usual disclaimer. We do not make pinot, but I love to drink pinot. Therefore my choice of wines for my personal consumption and my opinions...

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Last post by Jeff Pf0h1
February 3rd, 2009, 2:11 am
When rejected wines are fine

Last post by Jeff Pf0h1 « February 3rd, 2009, 2:08 am
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by Jeff Pf0h1 » February 2nd, 2009, 3:02 am

When you see the wanna be wine snob reject a bottle, I've never considered asking the sommelier to allow me the chance to try it.

I have...

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Last post by Jeff Pf0h1
February 3rd, 2009, 2:08 am
TN: Cal Pinots Aubert, Kistler, Copain, Rochioli, WS, ++

Last post by Jeff Pf0h1 « February 3rd, 2009, 2:04 am
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by Loren Sonkin » January 30th, 2009, 4:58 am

Last night a group of friends got together at my home to taste some California Pinots (this seems to be a popular theme this month in Cleveland)....

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Last post by Jeff Pf0h1
February 3rd, 2009, 2:04 am
TN: 2005 Textbook Cabernet Sauvignon

Last post by Randy Sloan « February 3rd, 2009, 12:50 am

by Randy Sloan » February 3rd, 2009, 12:50 am

2005 Textbook Cabernet Sauvignon - USA, California, Napa Valley, Oakville (1/5/2009)
Shows what I get for not consulting my own notes before opening...

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Last post by Randy Sloan
February 3rd, 2009, 12:50 am
TN: Gloria Ferrer, 91/92 Forman Cab, 06 keefer PN, JC Cellar

Last post by Ed Gonzales « February 3rd, 2009, 12:49 am
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by Tony V e l e b i l » January 31st, 2009, 10:43 am

Last night Mike Grammer from Toronto was in town so we hosted. Sasha Verhage of ENO Cellars, Andrew & Xiaopei Gelb, Christianne P, Douglas, Traci and...

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Last post by Ed Gonzales
February 3rd, 2009, 12:49 am
TN: 2007 Castello di Amorosa Sangiovese GIOIA

Last post by Randy Sloan « February 3rd, 2009, 12:46 am

by Randy Sloan » February 3rd, 2009, 12:46 am

2007 Castello di Amorosa Sangiovese GIOIA - USA, California, Sonoma County, Dry Creek Valley (1/21/2009)
Just fine, a relatively simple dry rose...

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Last post by Randy Sloan
February 3rd, 2009, 12:46 am
TN: a couple of Oregon 1998 Pinot Noir

Last post by Randy Sloan « February 3rd, 2009, 12:43 am

by Randy Sloan » February 3rd, 2009, 12:43 am

1998 Elk Cove Pinot Noir - USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley (1/25/2009)
Initial burst of candy fruit quickly fades leaving behind a thin, dusty wine....

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Last post by Randy Sloan
February 3rd, 2009, 12:43 am
TN 2004 Outpost Howell Mountain Zin

Last post by Tony V e l e b i l « February 2nd, 2009, 9:14 pm
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by Jack Bulkin » January 28th, 2009, 4:26 pm

I opened this big boy about ten minutes ago. Large scaled, brambly fruit with some slight heat on the finish, that I am certain will blow off in...

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Last post by Tony V e l e b i l
February 2nd, 2009, 9:14 pm
2003 Vignalta Syrah Monte Rey - Garagiste

Last post by Cris Whetstone « February 2nd, 2009, 8:53 pm

by Cris Whetstone » February 2nd, 2009, 8:53 pm

2003 Vignalta Syrah Monte Rey - USA, California, Central Coast, Monterey (2/1/2009)
Tomato aroma is very prominent without being stewy along with...

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Last post by Cris Whetstone
February 2nd, 2009, 8:53 pm
Cool weekend of Ports, Madeira, and Douro dry wines.

Last post by andy velebil « February 2nd, 2009, 8:44 pm
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by andy velebil » February 2nd, 2009, 8:30 pm

This past weekend I flew to Seattle to join many Port lovers for 3 days of drinking bliss. My liver now needs a dry cleaner It was so good that I...

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Last post by andy velebil
February 2nd, 2009, 8:44 pm
TN: 2005 Eric Kent Wine Cellars Syrah Dry Stack Vineyard

Last post by Brian London « February 2nd, 2009, 6:58 pm

by Brian London » February 2nd, 2009, 6:58 pm

2005 Eric Kent Wine Cellars Syrah Dry Stack Vineyard (USA, California, Sonoma County, Bennett Valley)
Decanted 2 hours, drank over the next 2....

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Last post by Brian London
February 2nd, 2009, 6:58 pm
Retailer Praise: California Wine Merchants

Last post by Jorge Henriquez « February 2nd, 2009, 5:36 pm
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by Jorge Henriquez » February 2nd, 2009, 12:59 pm

Props to this brand new (2 months) outfit in wayyyyyy lower Manhattan. Taylor Senatore, co-owner, new WB member and a poster over there as well, is...

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Last post by Jorge Henriquez
February 2nd, 2009, 5:36 pm
Hi all and question about offsite storage in Irvine

Last post by andy velebil « February 2nd, 2009, 5:25 pm
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by andy velebil » February 2nd, 2009, 5:03 pm

Hi all glad to see the new digs. Thanks for the invite Wet's

I am currently looking to change offsite storage facilities and found what appears to...

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Last post by andy velebil
February 2nd, 2009, 5:25 pm
Complexity vs Yum Factor

Last post by Eric Anderson « February 2nd, 2009, 4:51 pm
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by Linda Baehr » January 31st, 2009, 9:42 am

Most wine geeks place importance on complexity in a wine, especially in more expensive bottles. A couple of weeks ago I drank a bottle of Syrah that...

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Last post by Eric Anderson
February 2nd, 2009, 4:51 pm
TN: 2006 Long Shadows Sequel Syrah

Last post by mike pobega « February 2nd, 2009, 2:38 pm
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by mike pobega » February 2nd, 2009, 2:15 pm

A John Duval wine. Super concentrated and brooding color, this is one serious Syrah, probably the most serious I have had in a few months. A bright...

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Last post by mike pobega
February 2nd, 2009, 2:38 pm
2005 Justin Justification

Last post by Yoni O v a d i a « February 2nd, 2009, 1:48 pm
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by Yoni O v a d i a » February 1st, 2009, 8:48 pm

I know this is young, but I just felt like killing a baby last night. Beautiful young wine. Deep purple all the way through. Nose of Black cherries,...

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Last post by Yoni O v a d i a
February 2nd, 2009, 1:48 pm
Long Shadows Vintners????

Last post by Steve Saxon « February 2nd, 2009, 1:18 pm
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by Bill Tex Landreth » February 1st, 2009, 2:33 pm

Any body know anything about them? Costco here has their full portfolio.

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Last post by Steve Saxon
February 2nd, 2009, 1:18 pm
TN: 2004 VT La Crau Blanc; 2005 Kapcsandy Robertas Reserve

Last post by Bill Tex Landreth « February 2nd, 2009, 1:10 pm
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by Brian London » February 1st, 2009, 8:14 pm

Two of the wines enjoyed during the Super Bowl:

2004 Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc La Crau (France, Rhône, Southern Rhône,...

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Last post by Bill Tex Landreth
February 2nd, 2009, 1:10 pm
TN_ QPR white- Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc Viognier

Last post by Scott Butler « February 2nd, 2009, 11:31 am
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by Linda Baehr » February 1st, 2009, 5:52 pm

80% Chenin Blanc, 20% Viognier
A- Not much nose. Tiny hint of reduction up front, some floral aromas.
T- Cantaloupe up front going into lemon and a...

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Last post by Scott Butler
February 2nd, 2009, 11:31 am
BUY NOW!

Last post by c fu « February 2nd, 2009, 11:02 am
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by Nikolaj Krarup » January 30th, 2009, 7:13 am

This is THE time to buy. I am buying like a lunatic! There are SO many GREAT buys to be had right now, and nobody knows when it will end

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Last post by c fu
February 2nd, 2009, 11:02 am
Re-Analyzing '86 Mouton at a Commanderie Dinner.

Last post by Eric Anderson « February 2nd, 2009, 11:01 am
Replies: 5
by LMD Ermitaño » February 1st, 2009, 4:38 am

The first evening of Vinexpo Asia Pacific 2008 in Hong Kong, I attended the Commanderie du Bontemps Dinner (27 May 2008) at the Hotel Grand Hyatt. I...

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Last post by Eric Anderson
February 2nd, 2009, 11:01 am
TN - 2000 Cap de Faugeres - It's about time!

Last post by Bob Kaminski « February 2nd, 2009, 10:50 am

by Bob Kaminski » February 2nd, 2009, 10:50 am

My third bottle since 2005 and one that is finally open for business. Lots of sour cherry and spice with a streak of minerality on the mid-palate...

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Last post by Bob Kaminski
February 2nd, 2009, 10:50 am
TN: Two Hands Angels Share Shiraz McLaren Vale 2007

Last post by Sean Reed « February 2nd, 2009, 10:49 am
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by Mark.Ricca » February 1st, 2009, 9:41 pm

Color: Dense, saturated, dark purple, turning translucent on the rim.

Nose: Black fruits, roasted meat, a subtle vanilla note

Palate: Very intense...

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Last post by Sean Reed
February 2nd, 2009, 10:49 am
TN: 2001 Ojai Syrah "Thompson Vineyard"

Last post by ki punwar « February 2nd, 2009, 10:08 am
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by Tony V e l e b i l » February 1st, 2009, 6:09 pm

2001 Ojai Syrah Thompson Vineyard - USA, California, Central Coast, Santa Barbara County (2/1/2009)
Cracked this to watch the Super Bowl. Initially...

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Last post by ki punwar
February 2nd, 2009, 10:08 am
What do you call a vineyard-specific tasting?

Last post by Cris Whetstone « February 2nd, 2009, 9:59 am
Replies: 11
by Mary Baker » February 1st, 2009, 11:38 am

Bear with me, here. It's not a vertical ... and it's not a horizontal ...

I'm trying to plan two casual tastings around Dusi Vineyard zins and...

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Last post by Cris Whetstone
February 2nd, 2009, 9:59 am
TN: 1996 Laurent Serie Rare (3/27/04)

Last post by Jeff Pf0h1 « February 2nd, 2009, 3:32 am

by Jeff Pf0h1 » February 2nd, 2009, 3:32 am

March 27, 2004
1996 Laurent Serie Rare Red Burgundies
Non-blind
served in flights of 2 in the order listed below. Tasted out of Riedel
Sommelier...

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Last post by Jeff Pf0h1
February 2nd, 2009, 3:32 am
TN: 1998 JL Chave Hermitage Rouge

Last post by Jeff Pf0h1 « February 2nd, 2009, 3:10 am

by Jeff Pf0h1 » February 2nd, 2009, 3:10 am

Not really a TN as I had 10 people on the patio and was just cooking and serving wines all night. Not a lot of time to take notes.... A fabulously...

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Last post by Jeff Pf0h1
February 2nd, 2009, 3:10 am
Confessions of a first growth virgin.

Last post by Michael Bowden « February 1st, 2009, 9:15 pm
Replies: 30
by M. M c C a l l » January 30th, 2009, 9:13 am

I have never tasted a first growth Bordeaux. I love Bordeaux, but I've always gone the bang-for-the-buck route with LLC, Leoville Barton, Cos, Lynch...

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Last post by Michael Bowden
February 1st, 2009, 9:15 pm
TN: 2001 Delectus Napa Vly Spring Mtn Petite Sirah

Last post by ChrisBeacham « February 1st, 2009, 3:19 pm
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by ChrisBeacham » February 1st, 2009, 1:27 pm

I have never heard of this winery but I got a couple of these on close-out for ~ $20 each. I opened the first one a couple of years ago and was...

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Last post by ChrisBeacham
February 1st, 2009, 3:19 pm
TNs: Friday at the Duck House

Last post by Cris Whetstone « February 1st, 2009, 1:43 pm

by Cris Whetstone » February 1st, 2009, 1:43 pm

FRIDAY AT THE DUCK HOUSE - Duck House, Montery Park, CA (1/30/2009)

Charlie Fu hit some of us up for a short notice evening of Peking Duck at a new...

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Last post by Cris Whetstone
February 1st, 2009, 1:43 pm
Can Merlot make a comeback?

Last post by Nikolaj Krarup « February 1st, 2009, 12:58 pm
Replies: 43
by Eric Anderson » January 27th, 2009, 1:15 pm

The QPR (I always wanna say SPQR) thread on the Louis Martini Cab got me thinking. Since Merlot is/has been generally priced less than Cab, do you...

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Last post by Nikolaj Krarup
February 1st, 2009, 12:58 pm
TN: 05 Ridge Santa Cruz, 96 Cos du Val

Last post by Cris Whetstone « February 1st, 2009, 10:21 am
Replies: 1
by Loren Sonkin » February 1st, 2009, 8:10 am

My wife and I ventured out with some friends last night to a local steak house in downtown Cleveland (we ate side dishes). Not a great wine list but...

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Last post by Cris Whetstone
February 1st, 2009, 10:21 am
How has your palate evolved?

Last post by Tony V e l e b i l « February 1st, 2009, 10:20 am
Replies: 30
by C. Bowman » January 29th, 2009, 12:34 pm

Just curious as to what varietals you started with and how your palate has evolved over your wine drinking years. Is what you're drinking now totally...

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Last post by Tony V e l e b i l
February 1st, 2009, 10:20 am
TN: a few bubblies

Last post by Cris Whetstone « February 1st, 2009, 10:16 am
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by John Tomasso » February 1st, 2009, 6:13 am

Schramsberg Mirabelle NV Brut Rosé - California
This was our warm up bottle. And a nice bottle of bubbly it was, too. The wine is light salmon...

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Last post by Cris Whetstone
February 1st, 2009, 10:16 am
TN: 05 Lewelling Cabernet

Last post by Otto Dobre « February 1st, 2009, 10:07 am
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by Otto Dobre » January 31st, 2009, 8:02 pm

Not a bad wine, but not a great wine. I am sipping some this juice on day 3 (was refrigerated) Mainly black currant juice, simple and very drinkable....

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Last post by Otto Dobre
February 1st, 2009, 10:07 am
'90 & '96 Barolos, Etc. for Lunch.

Last post by LMD Ermitaño « February 1st, 2009, 9:42 am
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by LMD Ermitaño » January 30th, 2009, 7:14 am

All wines of last Friday (23rd January) lunch for 6 persons were generously provided by my good friend, the Stockbroker.

To start off, we had...

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Last post by LMD Ermitaño
February 1st, 2009, 9:42 am
All Sauternes/Barsac Pairing with A Chinese Banquet.

Last post by LMD Ermitaño « February 1st, 2009, 9:38 am
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by LMD Ermitaño » February 1st, 2009, 1:50 am

All Sauternes and Barsac with Chinese Food?

This was the question that came to mind when I found out that Judy Leissner, CEO of Grace Vineyards...

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Last post by LMD Ermitaño
February 1st, 2009, 9:38 am
A Night of Some Good Burgs.

Last post by LMD Ermitaño « February 1st, 2009, 8:05 am
Replies: 7
by LMD Ermitaño » January 31st, 2009, 1:13 am

On 16th October 2008, an old friend and president of the Philippines Branch of the International Wine & Food Society, Bernie Sim, invited me to...

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Last post by LMD Ermitaño
February 1st, 2009, 8:05 am
Vega Sicilia Dinner.

Last post by LMD Ermitaño « February 1st, 2009, 7:57 am
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by LMD Ermitaño » January 31st, 2009, 9:16 pm

Several months ago, I attended a dinner in honor of Vega Sicilia's Pablo Álvarez. Good friend, Juan Carlos JC de Terry (a Spanish Phd in oenology and...

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Last post by LMD Ermitaño
February 1st, 2009, 7:57 am
Relatively Recent 1996 First Growth Notes Over Dinner.

Last post by LMD Ermitaño « February 1st, 2009, 4:03 am
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by LMD Ermitaño » January 30th, 2009, 6:07 am

Greetings, All.

I was invited by Melissa McCall to join this board. Briefly, I'm a 40-something lawyer (married, 3 sons) who lives in the...

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Last post by LMD Ermitaño
February 1st, 2009, 4:03 am
A Monday Lunch with Assorted Wines.

Last post by LMD Ermitaño « February 1st, 2009, 1:15 am
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by LMD Ermitaño » January 31st, 2009, 7:36 pm

Je Suis Gourmand is one of my favorite French restaurants in Manila and I eat here very often. The chef, Marc Aubry, is a good and most accommodating...

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Last post by LMD Ermitaño
February 1st, 2009, 1:15 am
Wine with Chinese Food.

Last post by LMD Ermitaño « January 31st, 2009, 6:58 pm
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by LMD Ermitaño » January 30th, 2009, 6:29 pm

Chinese banquet, 10th January 2009, 9 people. It was a birthday dinner of my wife's cousin who is married to one of my regular drinking buddies, the...

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Last post by LMD Ermitaño
January 31st, 2009, 6:58 pm
TN: 2006 Kosta Browne Amber Ridge Pinot Noir

Last post by Joe Dulworth « January 31st, 2009, 3:53 pm
Replies: 2
by Rob MacKay » January 31st, 2009, 9:47 am

As I drank this wine last night I couldn't help but think.... $68? Really? There is a lot of great Pinot Noir out there for much less. I'm not saying...

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Last post by Joe Dulworth
January 31st, 2009, 3:53 pm
Spanish Dinner, Spanish Wines.

Last post by Jeff Pf0h1 « January 31st, 2009, 3:19 pm
Replies: 3
by LMD Ermitaño » January 31st, 2009, 12:34 am

Dinner for 8 persons on the 3rd January 2009 was back at an old favorite Spanish restaurant called La Tienda - headed by chef Javi Lecumberri, a...

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Last post by Jeff Pf0h1
January 31st, 2009, 3:19 pm
Help on choosing a 01/02 Riesling for my 50th bday

Last post by M. M c C a l l « January 31st, 2009, 12:46 pm
Replies: 7
by ChrisBeacham » January 31st, 2009, 7:46 am

The reality is that this is all probably infanticide but I only turn 50 once. Here's what I have:

JJ Prum
01 Gracher Himmelreich Spatlese x2
01...

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Last post by M. M c C a l l
January 31st, 2009, 12:46 pm
06 Copain Eaglepoint Ranch Syrah

Last post by Frank Murray III « January 31st, 2009, 12:03 pm
Replies: 13
by Joe Hauck » January 29th, 2009, 5:48 pm

So the video release of the 07's peaked my curiosity, since I haven't opened one of these yet I thought now was the time. The aromatics are just...

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Last post by Frank Murray III
January 31st, 2009, 12:03 pm
What I love

Last post by M. M c C a l l « January 31st, 2009, 11:45 am
Replies: 10
by Jim Cowan » January 30th, 2009, 5:11 pm

Whites:

2006 Fattoria l’Ottavo, Bianco Toscana Lucolena :
11% alcohol, slightly bitter, crisp white wine; good with food, not especially so...

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Last post by M. M c C a l l
January 31st, 2009, 11:45 am
Nice Whites from Navarro: '07 Sauv Blanc, '07 Pinot Gris

Last post by Dennis Atick « January 31st, 2009, 11:18 am
Replies: 2
by Dennis Atick » January 31st, 2009, 5:44 am

Dinner with friends last night and the two whites we started with were the hits of the night.
My buddy is a Navarro-slut, lately every time we get...

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Last post by Dennis Atick
January 31st, 2009, 11:18 am
TN:2004 Pride Mountain Merlot Vintner's Select Cuvee

Last post by Steve Saxon « January 31st, 2009, 10:23 am
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by Steve Saxon » January 30th, 2009, 7:10 pm

One hour decant.
A nice wine, big fruit, good balance and decent finish but it's a little to oaky and not very interesting. So...90 points

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Last post by Steve Saxon
January 31st, 2009, 10:23 am
TN: 97 Radici, 05 Mompertone

Last post by M. M c C a l l « January 31st, 2009, 10:20 am
Replies: 1
by Loren Sonkin » January 31st, 2009, 8:39 am

1997 Mastroberadino Taurasi Ridici
I saw this in a local store for $50. They had a few so I bought one to try. The cork was stained about 2/3 of the...

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Last post by M. M c C a l l
January 31st, 2009, 10:20 am
TN: 3 Cheapies (2 Good)

Last post by Loren Sonkin « January 31st, 2009, 9:09 am

by Loren Sonkin » January 31st, 2009, 9:09 am

My wife publishes a community newsletter for which she asked me to write a wine column on inexpensive wines (I dont get paid). Always glad to help...

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Last post by Loren Sonkin
January 31st, 2009, 9:09 am
TN: 1999 WLW Cabernet.

Last post by Paul Flynn « January 31st, 2009, 7:33 am

by Paul Flynn » January 31st, 2009, 7:33 am

1999 Whitehall Lane Winery Cabernet Sauvignon. This is the regular Cab not the reserve. Opened and decanted for sediment. Served immediately....

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Last post by Paul Flynn
January 31st, 2009, 7:33 am
The WSJ Dow Jones Malbec Index...

Last post by Daniel Posner « January 31st, 2009, 4:43 am
Replies: 1
by Mark.Ricca » January 31st, 2009, 4:11 am

Revisited the Altos Las Hormigas twice yesterday from two different bottles and although I have always had a soft spot for this wine as a QPR leader,...

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Last post by Daniel Posner
January 31st, 2009, 4:43 am
TN: 2002 Lucien Boillot Nuits St. Georges "Les Pruliers"

Last post by Mark.Ricca « January 31st, 2009, 3:50 am
Replies: 3
by Steve Eisenhauer » January 30th, 2009, 7:47 am

Deep dark red in color. Nose at first dominated by black cherry and black raspberry aromas. As wine opened, earth, minerals and forest floor (with a...

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Last post by Mark.Ricca
January 31st, 2009, 3:50 am
TN: 2005 Frostwatch Cabernet Sauvignon

Last post by Peter C. « January 30th, 2009, 9:16 pm
Replies: 4
by mike pobega » January 29th, 2009, 5:55 pm

Opened at 5pm Wednesday. My advice? Don't drink on Wednesday.

This is full, unresolved in the least and reticent beyond reason.
Open it and wait 24...

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Last post by Peter C.
January 30th, 2009, 9:16 pm
TN: 2006 Rivers Marie Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast

Last post by Joe Hauck « January 30th, 2009, 8:36 pm
Replies: 7
by Bill Tex Landreth » January 30th, 2009, 7:37 am

This ain't your typical thin and enemic PN. Fairly dark in the glass with no real likeness to most of the CA PN that I drink....which admittedly is...

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Last post by Joe Hauck
January 30th, 2009, 8:36 pm
A Couple of Pre-Dinner Reds.

Last post by LMD Ermitaño « January 30th, 2009, 5:46 pm
Replies: 6
by LMD Ermitaño » January 30th, 2009, 6:28 am

Work on Thursday, 29th January 2009, was a bit hectic and stressful. Good thing the Doc called for a few pre-dinner drinks at the Stockbroker's wine...

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Last post by LMD Ermitaño
January 30th, 2009, 5:46 pm
Winehunter: 1/2 bottle sale in NYC

Last post by Bill Tex Landreth « January 30th, 2009, 3:56 pm
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by Jorge Henriquez » January 30th, 2009, 1:28 pm

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Goes on till Sunday. Anything worth trying? Suggestions welcome.

P.S. These are easier to sneak into...

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Last post by Bill Tex Landreth
January 30th, 2009, 3:56 pm
Auction shipments to NC?

Last post by ChrisBeacham « January 30th, 2009, 2:11 pm
Replies: 7
by ChrisBeacham » January 30th, 2009, 12:10 pm

Winebid is saying no to shipping to NC. Has anyone else been able to get auction wine shipped here?

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Last post by ChrisBeacham
January 30th, 2009, 2:11 pm
TN: Climens Vertical

Last post by Ed Gonzales « January 30th, 2009, 1:37 pm
Replies: 5
by Jeff Pf0h1 » January 28th, 2009, 8:45 pm

Many people know of my love for the sweet wines. I had a great
opportunity recently to host a Chateau Climens vertical tasting for
one of my wine...

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Last post by Ed Gonzales
January 30th, 2009, 1:37 pm
TN: 12 Marcassins

Last post by Jeff Pf0h1 « January 30th, 2009, 1:24 pm
Replies: 6
by Jeff Pf0h1 » January 28th, 2009, 9:03 pm

I normally put my commentary at the end, but for this tasting feel, for some reason, to put them up front. Perhaps to lend context or some reference...

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Last post by Jeff Pf0h1
January 30th, 2009, 1:24 pm
TN: 2006 Novy Susans Hill Syrah

Last post by Cris Whetstone « January 30th, 2009, 10:35 am
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by Brian London » January 28th, 2009, 5:34 pm

I've got 3 of these sitting in storage...sounds like I need to get one ready

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Last post by Cris Whetstone
January 30th, 2009, 10:35 am
Cab Wine Hunter: 2005 Cameron Hughes Wine Lot Series Lot 35

Last post by Otto Dobre « January 30th, 2009, 10:16 am
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by mike pobega » January 30th, 2009, 8:29 am

$13.99 each

Sure, why not?

Winestilsoldout

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Last post by Otto Dobre
January 30th, 2009, 10:16 am
Well lets get this party started.

Last post by Cris Whetstone « January 30th, 2009, 9:24 am
Replies: 4
by Sean Reed » January 30th, 2009, 7:01 am

Glad to know that this is where the cool kids are hanging out!!! So if the Mods here ever start to act like an *sshole are we allowed to kick the...

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Last post by Cris Whetstone
January 30th, 2009, 9:24 am
TN: 2002 Ridge Geyserville

Last post by Yoni O v a d i a « January 30th, 2009, 9:14 am
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by Yoni O v a d i a » January 29th, 2009, 9:26 am

Wondeful wine. Still very dark color all the way to the rim. Beautiful nose of blackberry, blackcherries and a bit of prune. Medium bodied and silky...

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Last post by Yoni O v a d i a
January 30th, 2009, 9:14 am
Fit to be fortified this weekend

Last post by Roy Hersh « January 30th, 2009, 8:49 am
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by Roy Hersh » January 29th, 2009, 11:02 pm

At the end of the lists of what I've arranged to be tasted over a 3-night event this weekend, you can see the list of non-fortified wine. This should...

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Last post by Roy Hersh
January 30th, 2009, 8:49 am
Big Ass Syrah Tasting...

Last post by Loren Sonkin « January 30th, 2009, 7:19 am
Replies: 7
by Izzy Nosnik » January 29th, 2009, 5:26 pm

Last Friday at a friend's apartment. This was a SQN vs N Rhone taste off. Below are my notes... For the record, I generally loathe the style of Rhone...

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Last post by Loren Sonkin
January 30th, 2009, 7:19 am
Heredia Tasting - oh my good lord

Last post by Peter C. « January 30th, 2009, 5:01 am
Replies: 8
by Peter C. » January 29th, 2009, 4:16 pm

Fresh home from tasting these beauties, I had to convey my impressions in CT immediately, so as not to forget my favorites:

Whites

1998 R....

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Last post by Peter C.
January 30th, 2009, 5:01 am
TN: Southern Rhones $20 to $40

Last post by Nikolaj Krarup « January 30th, 2009, 3:38 am
Replies: 5
by Loren Sonkin » January 28th, 2009, 9:04 am

Last night my value group met to taste thru some southern Rhone wines. The rules were that the wines need to be available on local shelves and cost...

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Last post by Nikolaj Krarup
January 30th, 2009, 3:38 am
Retailers and the Economy

Last post by Mark Slater « January 29th, 2009, 8:46 pm
Replies: 1
by Rick Smith » January 29th, 2009, 8:32 pm

So, are you still buying pre-arrivals? From where? Cashing in on any deals?

For now, I am not ordering anything 'pre-arrival' from anyone. Hell, I'm...

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Last post by Mark Slater
January 29th, 2009, 8:46 pm
TN: 2006 Scholium Project The Prince In His Cave

Last post by H Wallace Jr « January 29th, 2009, 8:00 pm
Replies: 5
by zachary l a n g » January 27th, 2009, 11:13 am

2006 Scholium Project Sauvignon Blanc The Prince In His Caves Farina (USA, California, Sonoma County, Sonoma Mountain)

Very interesting, thought...

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Last post by H Wallace Jr
January 29th, 2009, 8:00 pm
Shocking News

Last post by Brandon Miller « January 29th, 2009, 7:25 pm
Replies: 16
by Br@d S w @ l l o w » January 27th, 2009, 12:59 pm

This showed up on ebob a minute ago.

Sad news.

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Last post by Brandon Miller
January 29th, 2009, 7:25 pm
TN: Calif pinots, mostly Seasmoke

Last post by Brandon Miller « January 29th, 2009, 6:54 pm
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by Jeff Pf0h1 » January 28th, 2009, 9:10 pm

Tasted on September 20, 2008. All popped and poured, no decanting. Poured blind in flights of 2.

1. 2005 Seasmoke Southing, $55
Nose: raspberry,...

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Last post by Brandon Miller
January 29th, 2009, 6:54 pm
Grape preference - Monogamy or Big Love?

Last post by mike pobega « January 29th, 2009, 3:56 pm
Replies: 19
by Eric Anderson » January 29th, 2009, 1:01 pm

Varietally speaking, is there one grape you prefer above all others, or are you able to spread the love amongst others just as well? Bdx lovers,...

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Last post by mike pobega
January 29th, 2009, 3:56 pm
Kudos to Outpost

Last post by Bob Wood « January 29th, 2009, 3:07 pm
Replies: 6
by G. Greenbaum » January 29th, 2009, 12:13 pm

I just wanted to thank Dan at Outpost for the way he resolved a shipping error that sent me a few bottles I did not purchase. The Outpost crew is top...

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Last post by Bob Wood
January 29th, 2009, 3:07 pm
TN: 07 Dr H Thanisch Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Kabinett

Last post by M. M c C a l l « January 29th, 2009, 2:30 pm
Replies: 1
by Todd F r e n c h » January 29th, 2009, 10:31 am

Opened last night.

Very nice off-dry Riesling - sweet minerality, apricots, clean and crisp (yet sweet) finish. Good acidity for now, but it won't...

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Last post by M. M c C a l l
January 29th, 2009, 2:30 pm
Green, red, white, and blue wine?

Last post by Paul L i n « January 29th, 2009, 1:50 pm
Replies: 3
by Paul L i n » January 29th, 2009, 1:30 pm

I got this interesting little e-mail from Consilience this morning, part of which makes the argument that buying wine from domestic wineries is to...

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Last post by Paul L i n
January 29th, 2009, 1:50 pm
No presidential pardon for Fred Franzia's zins

Last post by stevetimko « January 29th, 2009, 1:03 pm
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by stevetimko » January 28th, 2009, 1:19 pm

This got deleted from the Squires board. Thought I'd post it here.

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The man behind Two Buck Chuck...

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Last post by stevetimko
January 29th, 2009, 1:03 pm
TN: 2007 Kendall-Jackson chardonnay

Last post by Eric Anderson « January 29th, 2009, 12:19 pm
Replies: 6
by Bob Wood » January 29th, 2009, 10:59 am

After a couple of overweight, ponderous experiences, this one was a very pleasant surprise. A lovely, lithe, size 4 figure with an expressive face,...

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Last post by Eric Anderson
January 29th, 2009, 12:19 pm
Study: Wine judges suck at judging wine

Last post by Eric Anderson « January 29th, 2009, 12:04 pm
Replies: 14
by stevetimko » January 28th, 2009, 2:10 pm

Link to report here:
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I tried up upload the study, but it says the PDF extension is not allowed....

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Last post by Eric Anderson
January 29th, 2009, 12:04 pm
TN: 12 Syrahs

Last post by zachary l a n g « January 29th, 2009, 12:03 pm
Replies: 5
by Jeff Pf0h1 » January 28th, 2009, 9:12 pm

We knew the theme, Syrah but that was it. Served blind in flights of 2.

1. 2001 Novy Syrah SLH
nose: black fruits, light smoke, light earth, fresh...

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Last post by zachary l a n g
January 29th, 2009, 12:03 pm
Vinotemp 600e

Last post by Joe Hauck « January 29th, 2009, 11:16 am
Replies: 11
by Joe Hauck » January 28th, 2009, 2:46 pm

Recently purchased this unit and have had it plugged in for a week now. It is almost completely full and the question isn't how often does it run but...

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Last post by Joe Hauck
January 29th, 2009, 11:16 am
Obscure grape TN: Grillo

Last post by Jorge Henriquez « January 29th, 2009, 11:00 am
Replies: 5
by Jorge Henriquez » January 28th, 2009, 7:17 am

2006 Di Giovanna Grillo Sicilia IGT

Medium yellow colored. Bright and fresh. Notes of almond, pears and green apple on the nose. In mouth crisp and...

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Last post by Jorge Henriquez
January 29th, 2009, 11:00 am
TN: 2007 Novy Family Wines Pinot Noir Blanc de Noir

Last post by Cris Whetstone « January 29th, 2009, 10:41 am

by Cris Whetstone » January 29th, 2009, 10:41 am

2007 Novy Family Wines Pinot Noir Blanc de Noir - USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley (1/26/2009)
Screw cap. Creamy nose with slight butter and some...

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Last post by Cris Whetstone
January 29th, 2009, 10:41 am
What are you drinking.... right now?

Last post by Rob MacKay « January 29th, 2009, 10:30 am
Replies: 35
by Rob MacKay » January 28th, 2009, 6:15 pm

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And just opened this: onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;

and later...

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Last post by Rob MacKay
January 29th, 2009, 10:30 am
Not really Wine Hunter, but maybe something interesting

Last post by Jorge Henriquez « January 29th, 2009, 10:20 am
Replies: 3
by Yoni O v a d i a » January 28th, 2009, 5:06 pm

KL wines is selling the 1978 BV Rutherford Cab for 34.95 and teh 1985 BV Rutherford for 29.95. (They also had the 1989 for 19.95 but I bought the...

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Last post by Jorge Henriquez
January 29th, 2009, 10:20 am
TN: 1993 Beringer Private Reserve Cabernet

Last post by zachary l a n g « January 29th, 2009, 9:37 am
Replies: 11
by Peter C. » January 28th, 2009, 3:47 pm

Drinking great wine like this 93 is so frustrating for a newbie (2004) to the wine game. Probably cost, what - $30-40 if that, on release?

Now it's...

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Last post by zachary l a n g
January 29th, 2009, 9:37 am
Do Sauternes ever really go over the hill?

Last post by BobH « January 29th, 2009, 9:31 am
Replies: 8
by Mark Mason » January 28th, 2009, 12:46 pm

My experience with Sauternes is fairly limited, but with the past few vintages being so good, I've laid in quite heavily. My passive cellar is...

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Last post by BobH
January 29th, 2009, 9:31 am
Copain Spring Offer Out

Last post by m@rkj@hnke « January 29th, 2009, 8:48 am
Replies: 15
by Br@d S w @ l l o w » January 28th, 2009, 8:19 am

I haven't received an email from Copain yet, but I checked Copain's web site today (what can I say, I'm a glutton for punishment and it's mail order...

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Last post by m@rkj@hnke
January 29th, 2009, 8:48 am
TN: 2004 Peay Syrah "Las Brumas" & 2005 Feraud Brunel CdR

Last post by Glenn L e v i n e « January 29th, 2009, 5:56 am
Replies: 2
by Tony V e l e b i l » January 28th, 2009, 9:46 pm

Had tonight with a friend and with dinner:

2004 Peay Vineyards Las Brumas Syrah, Sonoma Coast
This was rockin tonight. The nose was all blackberry...

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Last post by Glenn L e v i n e
January 29th, 2009, 5:56 am
2002 d'Arenberg The Galvo Garage

Last post by Terry H a r r i s « January 28th, 2009, 6:11 pm
Replies: 5
by Terry H a r r i s » January 28th, 2009, 4:17 pm

I am re-posting this from the old board. I purchased just one bottle of this Bordeaux blend of d'Arenberg's in February of 2005 and just recently got...

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Last post by Terry H a r r i s
January 28th, 2009, 6:11 pm
1975 BV Cabernet, 96 Lassalle Special Club, 06 Carlisle Zin

Last post by Peter C. « January 28th, 2009, 3:10 pm
Replies: 5
by Peter C. » January 28th, 2009, 7:36 am

1975 Beaulieu Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

Aged to perfection - perhaps the best older bottle I've tasted other than a 1975 Ridge Petite Sirah....

5 Replies

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Last post by Peter C.
January 28th, 2009, 3:10 pm
TN: 2000 Arcadian Syrah Garys' Vineyard - UPDATED FOR DAY 2

Last post by Bill Tex Landreth « January 28th, 2009, 2:58 pm
Replies: 3
by Brian London » January 27th, 2009, 7:48 pm

Popped and poured. Fragrant nose of flowers, cherries and clove. Almost identical on the palate to my last note, smooth and rich, perfectly...

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Last post by Bill Tex Landreth
January 28th, 2009, 2:58 pm
TN: 2006 Eric Ross Trenton Station RRV Zinfandel

Last post by ChrisBeacham « January 28th, 2009, 12:05 pm
Replies: 2
by ChrisBeacham » January 28th, 2009, 11:54 am

From a steep cool climate vineyard, it still comes in at 15.9% alcohol. Fortunately it's hidden well. At first it revealed typical simple primary...

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Last post by ChrisBeacham
January 28th, 2009, 12:05 pm
Tasting at JC Cellars: Viognier, Marsanne, Syrah & Zinfandel

Last post by larry schaffer « January 28th, 2009, 11:09 am
Replies: 9
by Tony V e l e b i l » January 27th, 2009, 5:21 pm

Sunday afternoon I went to JC Cellars tasting room in Oakland, CA to check up on the new releases. Angela was unfortunately not there but Megan was a...

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Last post by larry schaffer
January 28th, 2009, 11:09 am
Sanguis anyone?

Last post by larry schaffer « January 28th, 2009, 11:06 am
Replies: 3
by J. Singleton » January 28th, 2009, 8:40 am

A couple of questions...

1. How do you pronounce it?

2. Have any of you had the most recent offerings of the Infadels and the Novillero?

What are...

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January 28th, 2009, 11:06 am

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