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Wine101 Feature: Thoughts on Closeouts/Web Specials on Wine?

Last post by John Davila « January 23rd, 2022, 6:00 am
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by Todd F r e n c h » March 9th, 2010, 7:43 am

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January 23rd, 2022, 6:00 am
Wine 101 Feature: California's great old vine Zinfandel vineyards

Last post by ybarselah « December 30th, 2021, 12:41 pm
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by Todd F r e n c h » March 3rd, 2010, 11:54 am

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December 30th, 2021, 12:41 pm
Wine 101 Feature: Decanter cleaning suggestions

Last post by Larry G0ld3n « September 5th, 2021, 12:33 pm
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by Todd F r e n c h » March 3rd, 2010, 11:55 am
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Last post by Larry G0ld3n
September 5th, 2021, 12:33 pm
Inexpensive Sparklers

Last post by Chris Bod « May 13th, 2022, 4:05 pm
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by I. Green » February 16th, 2016, 10:44 am

Getting into sparkling wine, but I don't have the money for the really top of the line stuff

I had a 2012 Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs about a week...

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Last post by Chris Bod
May 13th, 2022, 4:05 pm
Wine Books - Must Haves

Last post by A. Tzikas « May 13th, 2022, 10:32 am
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by BenB » September 24th, 2017, 6:48 pm
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Hoping to get some insight from the wineberserkers community on must-have books for someone new to wine. I currently have Gambero Rosso Italian Wines...
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Last post by A. Tzikas
May 13th, 2022, 10:32 am
Pre aged wine? Why is it not a thing?

Last post by Brian Tuite « May 12th, 2022, 11:03 am
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by Jiang Y » May 12th, 2022, 10:48 am

You know, like whiskeys? Imagine Yellow Tail 12? Colgin 18? Leroy 25?

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Last post by Brian Tuite
May 12th, 2022, 11:03 am
FedEx school for shippers and customers:

Last post by Adam Frisch « May 10th, 2022, 10:03 am

by Adam Frisch » May 10th, 2022, 10:03 am

Learn more for each troubled shipment... These are little handy notes to keep in mind. Maybe as a sticky?

1. An adult signature shipment can NOT be...

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Last post by Adam Frisch
May 10th, 2022, 10:03 am
Oxidative Style

Last post by Wes Barton « May 1st, 2022, 2:09 pm
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by Leonard Taylor » June 27th, 2021, 9:25 am

What is an oxidative style in white wine? A friend recently told me that Domaine du Pelican Arbois was made in oxidative and non oxidative styles. I...

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Last post by Wes Barton
May 1st, 2022, 2:09 pm
What's your favorite or best GLASS for SYRAH, GRENACHE, and other red RHONE varietals?

Last post by J0hnEhrl1ng « April 28th, 2022, 2:35 pm
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by Brian G r a f s t r o m » September 1st, 2010, 3:19 pm

talking about red Rhone varietals here, including blends. I prefer either Riedel - Vinum Syrah glass or the Riedel - Oevurture red wine glass: Vinum:...

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Last post by J0hnEhrl1ng
April 28th, 2022, 2:35 pm
Double decant question

Last post by Steve Costigan « April 20th, 2022, 12:51 pm
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by Ethan Abraham » February 4th, 2019, 4:15 am

Bringing an older bottle with a lot of sediment to an offline, I've had it standing for a month. I'd like to double decant in the morning. How do I...

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Last post by Steve Costigan
April 20th, 2022, 12:51 pm
When to decant?

Last post by Wes Barton « April 11th, 2022, 12:55 pm
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by ThomasML » January 19th, 2022, 3:34 pm

Hi all!

I'm new here, 36 years old and from Belgium. I'm not a total newbie anymore when it comes to wine but I don't consider myself very...

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Last post by Wes Barton
April 11th, 2022, 12:55 pm
WSET class? Or go it alone?

Last post by T@ntina A « April 7th, 2022, 5:57 am
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by Tom Simons » March 8th, 2022, 11:32 am

Recently, I have been trying to advance my knowledge and experience with wine beyond just a casual level. I've done tons of reading, but I know I...

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Last post by T@ntina A
April 7th, 2022, 5:57 am
I want to sample older vintages

Last post by K.C0LBURN « March 30th, 2022, 8:20 pm
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by Craig e » August 12th, 2020, 11:02 pm

I just started with wine as a hobby. I am trying a lot of different wines to figure out what I like, to start developing my tasting ability, and...

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Last post by K.C0LBURN
March 30th, 2022, 8:20 pm
Wine Refrigerators

Last post by AdrianReyes « March 30th, 2022, 7:50 pm
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by j. rosen » February 4th, 2011, 2:28 pm
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Does anybody have a suggestion for a good wine refrigerator / cooler to store 50+ bottles at home?
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Last post by AdrianReyes
March 30th, 2022, 7:50 pm
Eurocave Question

Last post by Michael O Brien « March 30th, 2022, 11:31 am
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by Chr1sLiu » March 26th, 2022, 1:23 pm

Hi All

I just unpacked my Eurocave and saw these four brackets that are unaccounted for in the instructions. Thoughts?...

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Last post by Michael O Brien
March 30th, 2022, 11:31 am
Any problems with older Transtherm Ermitage?

Last post by Pete Vungoc « March 26th, 2022, 4:15 pm
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by Kevin B » March 2nd, 2021, 3:33 am

I've seen one of these for sale recently. Supposed to be working, and looks fine. My concern is that it's 15 years old. My experience with appliances...

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Last post by Pete Vungoc
March 26th, 2022, 4:15 pm
High-end CA cab similar to Dunn?

Last post by Anton D « March 24th, 2022, 1:46 pm
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by Raymond Osborne » August 1st, 2021, 4:29 am

Newbie on the boards. I got a job selling lots of CA cab and I'm trying to get my bearings in the region, having spent 10 years selling French wine...

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Last post by Anton D
March 24th, 2022, 1:46 pm
New Vino Collector Advice

Last post by Wes Barton « March 22nd, 2022, 4:05 pm
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by Chr1sLiu » March 20th, 2022, 1:44 pm

newhere

Hi all, newer to wine in general and even more new to wanting to collect / cellar wine. Just purchased a Eurocave and looking for guidance...

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Last post by Wes Barton
March 22nd, 2022, 4:05 pm
What is Cellartracke and Why Do I Need it

Last post by Al Dynak « March 11th, 2022, 8:47 am
Replies: 26
by Ron L. » September 13th, 2020, 8:47 pm

Hi all,

I'm kinda new here and new to the online wine world in general. I keep seeing references to Cellartracker here - like lots of references,...

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Last post by Al Dynak
March 11th, 2022, 8:47 am
Wine Magazine Recommendations

Last post by Eric Ifune « March 7th, 2022, 2:22 pm
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by Dave McCloskey » March 7th, 2022, 8:05 am

I enjoy online reading, but also like good old fashioned paper. I've been a long time Wine Spectator reader, but I'm no longer aligned with the...

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Last post by Eric Ifune
March 7th, 2022, 2:22 pm
Leather Notes in Wine: Varietal, Age, or Style?

Last post by mmarcellus « February 26th, 2022, 6:02 pm
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by M. Porter » February 15th, 2022, 8:04 am

I've noticed that in all the best wines I've had (just personal opinion), there is a tertiary leather note. Is this particular note due to the grape,...

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Last post by mmarcellus
February 26th, 2022, 6:02 pm
How do I maintain proper humidity?

Last post by DavidPC « February 21st, 2022, 10:55 am
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by Pazanov » January 11th, 2022, 3:18 pm

Hi! I recently purchased an 18 bottle wine fridge to store some wines >5 years. I read that the ideal humidity to store the wine was 70% (>50% at a...

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Last post by DavidPC
February 21st, 2022, 10:55 am
Health Benefits of Wine:

Last post by Christopher Dunn « February 13th, 2022, 1:13 pm
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by THEODORA LEE (DEA) » June 14th, 2016, 4:29 pm

Health Benefits of Wine:

Louis Pasteur said that wine is the most healthful and the most hygienic of all beverages. It can give the human body 500...

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Last post by Christopher Dunn
February 13th, 2022, 1:13 pm
Tips for shopping at Costco

Last post by Troy Stark « January 27th, 2022, 6:31 am
Replies: 26
by martinl » July 23rd, 2018, 9:10 am

I thought I share some things I have learned about buying wines at Costco after chatting with the wine buyer at my local store (If this is already...

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Last post by Troy Stark
January 27th, 2022, 6:31 am
First decent wine glass

Last post by Bill Sweeney « January 20th, 2022, 9:59 am
Replies: 48
by Jasper Rose » January 7th, 2021, 1:16 pm

Hello all!

I'm looking to invest in a pair of decent universal wine glasses.

Am currently undecided between the new Jancis Robinson/Richard Brendon...

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Last post by Bill Sweeney
January 20th, 2022, 9:59 am
Any hope for young overripe, jammy Burgs?

Last post by Bill Sweeney « January 20th, 2022, 9:56 am
Replies: 8
by Steve McL » December 27th, 2021, 3:25 pm

I've recently had several red Burgs from good producers that were over-the-top with high alcohol (14%) and jammy fruit.

Now, I am no lover of...

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Last post by Bill Sweeney
January 20th, 2022, 9:56 am
French red wine region

Last post by Ian Sutton « January 6th, 2022, 2:25 pm
Replies: 6
by Jason Klaver » June 3rd, 2021, 1:11 pm

Since the start of COVID I haven't been drinking any alcohol. The first time I drink again I want it to be very good red wine from France in France....

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Last post by Ian Sutton
January 6th, 2022, 2:25 pm
Quantifying community recommendations

Last post by Ian Sutton « January 5th, 2022, 3:55 am
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by Lonnie F. » December 31st, 2021, 8:36 am

Hello,

People often ask for wine recommendations. It could be best Cab < $50 or Tempranillo with less oak or modern vs traditional Bordeaux....

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Last post by Ian Sutton
January 5th, 2022, 3:55 am
red wine allergy?

Last post by B. Davies « December 29th, 2021, 10:18 am
Replies: 26
by Aaron Munn » December 15th, 2016, 11:41 pm

Certain red wines give me a flushed feeling and mild heart palpitations, followed by a mild headache and just feeling run down (like a hangover)....

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Last post by B. Davies
December 29th, 2021, 10:18 am
Aerate or Decant

Last post by Andrew K. « December 3rd, 2021, 4:12 pm
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by T. Roy » November 30th, 2021, 4:55 pm

Do you always aerate and decant or is there ever a time when you should not aerate and only decant to prevent from damaging the wine?

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Last post by Andrew K.
December 3rd, 2021, 4:12 pm
Open Bottle Still Good after 3 days?

Last post by B. Davies « October 21st, 2021, 1:50 pm
Replies: 10
by Frank Di Piazza » September 1st, 2021, 4:38 am

I had some leftover wine from a party we hosted, and before dumping it, I figured I'd take sniff. Smelled fine, surprisingly. So I poured a little...

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Last post by B. Davies
October 21st, 2021, 1:50 pm
TN: 2019 Chappellet ‘Mountain Cuvée’

Last post by Barry Sunderland « October 18th, 2021, 6:00 pm
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by Barry Sunderland » October 18th, 2021, 5:51 pm

Picked up at a local market for $27

90 minute decant
Opaque crimson, purple sheen
Fruit forward nose; dark fruits, anise
Quite rich, a terrific...

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Last post by Barry Sunderland
October 18th, 2021, 6:00 pm
"on the nose" wine labels with names like "Jammy"

Last post by Ian Sutton « October 14th, 2021, 10:44 am
Replies: 3
by B. Davies » September 29th, 2021, 3:01 pm

I've been chatting with others and from their POV they don't enjoy jammy wines. I actually don't mind that style of wines whether it's Zin's or...

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Last post by Ian Sutton
October 14th, 2021, 10:44 am
Wine Storage for Long Term

Last post by Andrew K. « October 13th, 2021, 8:15 am
Replies: 14
by Will Jono » July 19th, 2021, 5:54 am

Hi All,
We recently had a baby and thought it would be cool to buy her some nice bottles that we can age and open on her 21st birthday. We have a...

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Last post by Andrew K.
October 13th, 2021, 8:15 am
French Wines - Where To Start

Last post by Zoltan PM « October 7th, 2021, 7:17 pm
Replies: 7
by Jon R » December 28th, 2020, 4:48 pm

I am interested in getting into French wines after primarily starting with Australian (all varieties)/Barolo/German Rieslings and am trying to work...

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Last post by Zoltan PM
October 7th, 2021, 7:17 pm
Differences in retail bottle price

Last post by LawrenceB « October 7th, 2021, 5:13 pm
Replies: 4
by LawrenceB » September 29th, 2021, 9:01 pm

Hello. I'm starting to build a cellar and have been researching a number of bottles I'm interested in. Why is there sometimes such a significant...

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Last post by LawrenceB
October 7th, 2021, 5:13 pm
First Under Counter Dual Zone Wine Fridge

Last post by Ray Kivimaki « September 19th, 2021, 12:52 pm
Replies: 10
by Ray Kivimaki » September 13th, 2021, 1:23 pm

I just joined wine berserkers because I am simply overwhelmed with the number of choices for purchasing my first wine fridge. I'm looking for a 24...

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Last post by Ray Kivimaki
September 19th, 2021, 12:52 pm
Cellaring Orange Wine

Last post by Adam Frisch « September 19th, 2021, 3:23 am
Replies: 9
by Phil Diamond » July 3rd, 2021, 11:41 am

Curious what people think about the longevity of orange wines. Can't figure if the added structure would give them longer life or if they'd end up...

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Last post by Adam Frisch
September 19th, 2021, 3:23 am
Glasses Suggestions

Last post by Albert R « September 18th, 2021, 11:23 am
Replies: 8
by Cam B. » July 26th, 2021, 11:27 am

Hello!

As I branch out and try a wider variety of wines is there a universal glass or a few suggestions based on wine types? I would say Red Wines...

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Last post by Albert R
September 18th, 2021, 11:23 am
My Intro and a Thing I did (Eola Hills Vineyard)

Last post by Todd Hamina « September 12th, 2021, 3:03 pm
Replies: 8
by Michael Baryla » July 27th, 2021, 3:13 pm

newhere newhere newhere newhere hitsfan

Hello everyone -
Figured I would just do an intro and get made fun of.
I am a total wine nerd who is...

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Last post by Todd Hamina
September 12th, 2021, 3:03 pm
how to start buying older bottles?

Last post by Mark Golodetz « September 12th, 2021, 8:50 am
Replies: 6
by Myles T » September 11th, 2021, 9:34 pm

I've been kicking around the booze business for 12 or so years, mostly retail with a few years of managing a brewery packaging line to mix it up....

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Last post by Mark Golodetz
September 12th, 2021, 8:50 am
Red Wine with Mexican Food

Last post by Andrew K. « September 8th, 2021, 5:32 pm
Replies: 11
by Sh@n A » July 18th, 2021, 1:30 pm

I am finding that I enjoy young cote rotie with tacos, in this case specifically, hard shell tacos with onions, beef, tomatoes, shredded cheddar...

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Last post by Andrew K.
September 8th, 2021, 5:32 pm
Wine Country Etiquette

Last post by Michael Martin « September 8th, 2021, 5:06 pm
Replies: 8
by RylanJacobs » September 4th, 2021, 3:34 pm

Hi all,

My wife and I will be in the Willamette valley at the end of the month. We have multiple wine tastings and vineyard tours booked. This will...

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Last post by Michael Martin
September 8th, 2021, 5:06 pm
Aervana aerator

Last post by AlexCWu « September 8th, 2021, 8:45 am

by AlexCWu » September 8th, 2021, 8:45 am

Recently came across Aervana aerator (Vinaera in Asia). The top of the line version offers a variable aeration nob that lets you decide how much...

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Last post by AlexCWu
September 8th, 2021, 8:45 am
Another Storage Question

Last post by Bryce K « July 26th, 2021, 9:57 am
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by Cam B. » July 26th, 2021, 8:45 am

Hi all!

I have recently gone further down the wine rabbit hole and I would like to start picking up higher end bottles to age for 5-20 years...

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Last post by Bryce K
July 26th, 2021, 9:57 am
Past the drinking window -- what should I suspect

Last post by Andrew Bair « July 24th, 2021, 2:52 pm
Replies: 13
by Billy Evans » July 21st, 2021, 6:13 am

OK, I was guilty of filling up my wine cellar way too quick (something that everyone warned against doing) and in many cases with wine that was ready...

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Last post by Andrew Bair
July 24th, 2021, 2:52 pm
Svein the Berserker

Last post by Jim Stewart « July 2nd, 2021, 4:26 pm

by Jim Stewart » July 2nd, 2021, 4:26 pm

As the twig is bent. . .

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Last post by Jim Stewart
July 2nd, 2021, 4:26 pm
willamette, washington?

Last post by nealc « June 28th, 2021, 2:55 pm

by nealc » June 28th, 2021, 2:55 pm

I remember visiting there years ago, it was beautiful... I'm wondering will this year's grapes survive the heat now until harvest? What happens to...

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Last post by nealc
June 28th, 2021, 2:55 pm
Purchasing wine (untasted) based on acidity, TA, brix, alcohol, etc.

Last post by Phil Diamond « June 23rd, 2021, 10:32 am
Replies: 11
by mseeber » April 2nd, 2016, 1:21 pm

As I become better acquainted with wine, I see that some winemakers choose to identify various factors affecting the wine, such as pH, TA, brix, etc....

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Last post by Phil Diamond
June 23rd, 2021, 10:32 am
Wine region poster/ breakdown

Last post by NestorJohnSalazar « May 12th, 2021, 5:41 pm

by NestorJohnSalazar » May 12th, 2021, 5:41 pm

I'm a sucker for maps. I could stare at one for hours. As such I'm searching for a poster/ print that can show the sub regions of Bordeaux ( this...

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Last post by NestorJohnSalazar
May 12th, 2021, 5:41 pm
Decanting question re: temperature

Last post by HoosJustinG « May 11th, 2021, 10:01 am
Replies: 18
by Prashant Jyothi » January 30th, 2015, 9:20 pm

I see on CT TNs that people decant for 1-3 hours normally and is any thought given to temperature or are most people storing the wine at cellar temp...

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Last post by HoosJustinG
May 11th, 2021, 10:01 am
Drinking wine over 2 or 3 days, where to store?

Last post by T. Hall « May 9th, 2021, 3:36 pm
Replies: 38
by Robert Cook » September 9th, 2014, 10:44 pm

Very basic question which I should know:

I keep my wine at cellar temp of 55 degrees. For the reds I bring them out of the cellar and let the temp...

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Last post by T. Hall
May 9th, 2021, 3:36 pm
Long term cellar strategy

Last post by Michael O'Brien « April 30th, 2021, 12:41 pm
Replies: 3
by Juliec » April 27th, 2021, 8:05 pm

Knowing that the wine market is finite and most popular imported wine is allocated, looking for advice on which amongst the varietals below to buy...

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Last post by Michael O'Brien
April 30th, 2021, 12:41 pm
Thoughts about online wine purchasing?

Last post by Justine DiPrete « April 26th, 2021, 1:07 pm
Replies: 39
by Doug Besterman » March 22nd, 2015, 9:27 am

Apologies if I'm asking a question that has been asked and answered before - still getting the hang of searching for earlier threads on the...

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Last post by Justine DiPrete
April 26th, 2021, 1:07 pm
Newbie - Help with basics for Bordeaux Vertical Tasting

Last post by Andy Sc « April 22nd, 2021, 10:20 pm
Replies: 1
by Roberto I. » April 14th, 2021, 6:53 am

newhere

I'm fairly green into my wine collecting journey. I was blessed with an experience that allowed me to taste pristine old bordeaux (1980s...

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Last post by Andy Sc
April 22nd, 2021, 10:20 pm
central coast GSM vs. Rhone

Last post by dougwilder « April 18th, 2021, 9:55 pm
Replies: 12
by Craig e » August 12th, 2020, 11:08 pm

Newbie question.

I had a Chateauneuf du pape. Loved it.

Through my research, I discovered that a lot of Rhone style wines are made in the Central...

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Last post by dougwilder
April 18th, 2021, 9:55 pm
Best wine critic for Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Last post by TLJACKSON « April 8th, 2021, 5:03 pm
Replies: 15
by TLJACKSON » March 27th, 2021, 8:01 am

Hello! I am new to
The forum and just updated my collection on Cellar Tracker. I am passionate about good Napa Cabs. Who is the best critic that is...

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Last post by TLJACKSON
April 8th, 2021, 5:03 pm
Wine Fridge or Interior Closet - Help Please

Last post by Joe Woelkers « April 4th, 2021, 11:04 am
Replies: 8
by Erik A » January 2nd, 2021, 2:01 pm

Hi Everyone,

I'm facing a wine storage decision that I'd love some help with. Right now I have about 5 cases or so of wine I've accumulated over the...

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Last post by Joe Woelkers
April 4th, 2021, 11:04 am
Best Zalto Decanter for Everyday Use?

Last post by Scott G r u n e r « March 27th, 2021, 8:04 am
Replies: 7
by AndyS » March 19th, 2021, 5:40 pm

I’m trying to decide between the Zalto Axium and Mystique decanters. The problem is that I drink as many lighter bodied reds as I do “powerful” reds,...

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Last post by Scott G r u n e r
March 27th, 2021, 8:04 am
Replacement wine rack for Eurocave

Last post by G. Singh « March 19th, 2021, 11:38 pm
Replies: 7
by NestorJohnSalazar » July 20th, 2020, 11:25 am

I have 2 older Eurocave compact, 1 is completely full
the other has the wooden shelves but only 2 ( no rolling shelves as I moved them into the...

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Last post by G. Singh
March 19th, 2021, 11:38 pm
What to add to my collection?

Last post by Mark Livingston « March 17th, 2021, 9:10 am
Replies: 3
by Tomh2983 » February 2nd, 2021, 4:19 pm

Hi, Last year I started collecting wines and I’m looking for some more bottles to add to my current wine collection.
I’m looking for wines that can...

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Last post by Mark Livingston
March 17th, 2021, 9:10 am
No more 25% duty?

Last post by Stephen Faulkner « March 6th, 2021, 4:26 am
Replies: 2
by Dinesh Goyal » March 5th, 2021, 7:30 pm

Can someone confirm that the duty has indeed been suspended for 4 months?

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Last post by Stephen Faulkner
March 6th, 2021, 4:26 am
code 38 waiters corkscrew

Last post by Scott AB « March 4th, 2021, 3:47 pm
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by victor jay » October 30th, 2019, 11:56 am

Does anyone own a Code 38 waiters corkscrew? Hoping to get a few opinions @225.00 I am hesitant to purchase

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Last post by Scott AB
March 4th, 2021, 3:47 pm
Why is buying an Ah-So so gd hard to do?

Last post by Andrew K. « March 1st, 2021, 3:04 pm
Replies: 17
by Glenn L e v i n e » February 26th, 2021, 3:08 pm

It’s easier to find the clitoris!

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Last post by Andrew K.
March 1st, 2021, 3:04 pm
Carrying wine / ice bottles?

Last post by A. G@mb1no « February 28th, 2021, 2:54 pm
Replies: 2
by A. G@mb1no » February 27th, 2021, 6:37 pm

Hi all.
Ordered the carrier below which was recommended in a different thread.
I was thinking to carry two bottles of wine and two zaltos and then...

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Last post by A. G@mb1no
February 28th, 2021, 2:54 pm
EAST COAST WINE -are there any good ones, does any one know or recommend any?

Last post by Justine DiPrete « February 28th, 2021, 2:27 pm
Replies: 25
by Lisa Cheung » December 8th, 2020, 10:54 pm

champagne.gif This might sound stupid, but I live in the east coast and wish I could go to napa and sonoma asap, but with travel restrictions and...

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Last post by Justine DiPrete
February 28th, 2021, 2:27 pm
Consumer-to-consumer sales

Last post by Andrew K. « February 25th, 2021, 2:57 pm
Replies: 5
by Hugh S » February 23rd, 2021, 6:19 am

Good morning WBs,

Anyone have advice or knowledge re: where to sell some of your collection? .....aside from the forum on WB.....and auction...

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Last post by Andrew K.
February 25th, 2021, 2:57 pm
Earth Tones for Wineries

Last post by THOMAS VANTINE « February 23rd, 2021, 5:23 pm
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by Stephen Pepe » March 12th, 2020, 4:03 pm

I just saw an article in Wine Business Monthly that Napa is considering requiring wineries to be colored in earth tones. Skipping over how one...

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February 23rd, 2021, 5:23 pm
When to start checking on wine progress?

Last post by Andy Sc « February 14th, 2021, 11:12 pm
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by MikeY » February 4th, 2021, 4:58 am

Hi all, I’ve been reading in other posts about the “Rule of 15” for Northern Rhone and maybe the “Rule of 25” for Bordeaux. But part of the fun of...

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Last post by Andy Sc
February 14th, 2021, 11:12 pm
SUPERBOWL SIPPIN'

Last post by Theodora Lee « February 7th, 2021, 1:40 pm

by Theodora Lee » February 7th, 2021, 1:40 pm

Greetings all, (Football and Non-Football Fans )

In terms of the GAME , I like a seasoned blend not unlike Tampa Bay Quarterback Tom Brady. However,...

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Last post by Theodora Lee
February 7th, 2021, 1:40 pm
What does the "OG" mean on de Negoce bottles?

Last post by Bruce Johnson « February 2nd, 2021, 8:50 am
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by Bruce Johnson » January 30th, 2021, 3:02 pm

Surely not original gravity as in brewing?
Thanks!

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Last post by Bruce Johnson
February 2nd, 2021, 8:50 am
Are wine aerators necessary or just a nice accessory?

Last post by Rick Davis « January 27th, 2021, 6:56 pm
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by AlvaroC » October 4th, 2014, 6:23 pm

My mother passed me a site yesterday of a vinturi aerator that she just bought. I decided to try it out today at a family meeting and see what's up...

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Last post by Rick Davis
January 27th, 2021, 6:56 pm
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Last post by Michael Levin « January 27th, 2021, 12:18 pm
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by Michael Levin » January 27th, 2021, 11:01 am

Hi All. I've noticed one of the common ways to comment on a thread is to copy/paste an earlier comment within some box and then reply to that. It...

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Last post by Michael Levin
January 27th, 2021, 12:18 pm
How do I know how long to decant any particular bottle?

Last post by Mike Hert « January 24th, 2021, 4:09 pm
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by S L i m » July 4th, 2014, 1:03 am

Belatedly through drinking a very nice bottle, I realized I did not decant sufficiently...

I'd love to avoid making that mistake again!

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Last post by Mike Hert
January 24th, 2021, 4:09 pm
2013 Rheinhessen-Riesling Qualitatswein Cat Bottle, unopened

Last post by K N Haque « January 23rd, 2021, 2:18 pm
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by Robert K. Coward » January 23rd, 2021, 1:19 pm

I am trying to find the value on this wine. I cannot find it on the internet with a search warrant, except for the 'empty' bottles. It is a custom...

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Last post by K N Haque
January 23rd, 2021, 2:18 pm
Quilceda vs. Bordeaux?

Last post by Andy Sc « January 22nd, 2021, 5:23 am
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by MikeY » January 21st, 2021, 6:16 pm

Hi all,

First post on WB. I joined the waiting list for Quilceda a few years ago and finally got an an offer for their 2018 Cabernet at $145 before...

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Last post by Andy Sc
January 22nd, 2021, 5:23 am
Thoughts on WSET Levels 1-3?

Last post by Rodrigo B « January 21st, 2021, 1:45 pm
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by D. Lindow » June 7th, 2020, 12:13 pm

Hi All -

I am new to Wine Berkserkers and interested in taking the next step in learning more about wines and developing my blind tasting...

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Last post by Rodrigo B
January 21st, 2021, 1:45 pm
American CdP

Last post by larry schaffer « January 19th, 2021, 2:55 pm
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by Ryan Trush » January 15th, 2021, 5:23 pm

I realize CdP comes from a specific region in southern rhone which I am finding to be one of my favorite wines and can be made from 18 or so grapes....

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Last post by larry schaffer
January 19th, 2021, 2:55 pm
When does the matchstick in chardonnay blow off?

Last post by Andy Sc « January 15th, 2021, 12:48 am
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by Glen Gold » November 24th, 2020, 10:20 pm

The first time I had Dujac (their Bourgogne blanc) was the first time I smelled and tasted sulfur. COOL, I thought, because I didn't know wine could...

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Last post by Andy Sc
January 15th, 2021, 12:48 am
Why does wine often taste better the next day (or after)

Last post by Cameron Clark « January 13th, 2021, 1:05 pm
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by Jim Stewart » September 7th, 2020, 1:46 pm

I notice that many wines seem to taste better to me after a day or more of sitting on the counter or in the refrigerator. In all cases the wine had...

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Last post by Cameron Clark
January 13th, 2021, 1:05 pm
Sparkling wine storage question. Vertical or horizontal?

Last post by Kevin B « January 12th, 2021, 8:13 am
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by Kevin B » November 25th, 2020, 5:09 pm

This has never come up before for me, since I have never bought sparkling wine by the case. I just did, and the info on the web seems to be...

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Last post by Kevin B
January 12th, 2021, 8:13 am
CORKED WINE

Last post by Theodora Lee « January 9th, 2021, 11:47 am

by Theodora Lee » January 9th, 2021, 11:47 am

Found an article in the Wine Cellar Insider, which best describes the how's and why's of corked wine.
The best corks allow close to 1 milligram of...

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Last post by Theodora Lee
January 9th, 2021, 11:47 am
En-premier for newbies

Last post by Jordan Vadnais « January 7th, 2021, 1:20 pm
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by Jordan Vadnais » January 7th, 2021, 10:16 am

Hello all,

I'm 38, based in London, and have just begun my WSET 3 coursework. The level 2 kicked off my interest in wine, and I'm beginning to build...

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Last post by Jordan Vadnais
January 7th, 2021, 1:20 pm
How often do you know the wine?

Last post by Alexia Hupin « January 7th, 2021, 1:56 am
Replies: 24
by Bob W » December 26th, 2020, 4:53 pm

Newb question that I just have to ask. How often do you know the wine someone is talking about? And sub-question, how long did it take you to get...

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Last post by Alexia Hupin
January 7th, 2021, 1:56 am
Comparing vintages of the same wine

Last post by Alexia Hupin « January 3rd, 2021, 9:37 am
Replies: 4
by Jeff NC » January 2nd, 2021, 8:22 pm

Let's say you're getting more into tasting and comparing, and you're beyond this one is a pinot and this one is a cab. So you want to see if you can...

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Last post by Alexia Hupin
January 3rd, 2021, 9:37 am
California vintages for lower priced wines

Last post by Andrew K. « January 3rd, 2021, 7:51 am
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by Jeff NC » January 2nd, 2021, 8:15 pm

I'm looking at California vintage charts such as this one. Literally every single year going back to 2016 is supposedly not ready yet, for all...

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Last post by Andrew K.
January 3rd, 2021, 7:51 am
FEAR/ WINE

Last post by Mattstolz « January 2nd, 2021, 8:52 pm
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by Theodora Lee » December 21st, 2020, 12:20 pm

This fact is hard to fathom especially in 2020, there are some people that have a fear of wine. It’s called “oenophobia”. All I want to know is if...

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Last post by Mattstolz
January 2nd, 2021, 8:52 pm
Wine tasting “course”

Last post by Jeff NC « January 2nd, 2021, 10:35 am
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by Jeff NC » January 1st, 2021, 8:47 pm

I had this older book that I really loved, can’t remember the name but basically it gave specific wines to taste and compare ( including vintages as...

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Last post by Jeff NC
January 2nd, 2021, 10:35 am
Starting a collection and going to Napa, which wines can I only get at the vineyard?

Last post by THOMAS VANTINE « December 31st, 2020, 4:18 am
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by gstrub » May 12th, 2019, 9:32 am

Hello all,

First post here and it looks like an awesome forum. I've always wanted to start collecting wine but haven't had the means until recently....

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Last post by THOMAS VANTINE
December 31st, 2020, 4:18 am
Expensive $200+ vs Moderately priced $40-$150 priced wines?

Last post by BillW « December 30th, 2020, 3:55 am
Replies: 19
by Phil J. » January 8th, 2019, 2:28 pm

Hi,

I am new to the site, and relatively new to drinking decent wine. I have been buying wine online and through a nearby wine store that has an...

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Last post by BillW
December 30th, 2020, 3:55 am
Do Wine Glasses Make A Difference?

Last post by BillW « December 30th, 2020, 3:48 am
Replies: 52
by Dave McCloskey » September 14th, 2020, 8:24 am
1

2
I'm going to answer my own question.

Yes!

I've tried every manufacturer of wine glasses on the market... I think. A couple of months ago I bought...
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Last post by BillW
December 30th, 2020, 3:48 am
Help with cooling and storage

Last post by Lisa Cheung « December 18th, 2020, 2:28 pm
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by DebbieW » January 30th, 2020, 4:38 pm

Hey everyone! This is my first post and I found this place through wine cooler research newhere

I've always enjoyed wine but recently I'm in a much...

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Last post by Lisa Cheung
December 18th, 2020, 2:28 pm
First Time Home Winemaking Questions

Last post by Lisa Cheung « December 18th, 2020, 2:20 pm
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by Richard Harrington » December 3rd, 2020, 1:04 pm

Hello All,

I just ordered my first batch of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, got a loans for it here maybeloan.com/bad-credit-loans . I read From Vines to...

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Last post by Lisa Cheung
December 18th, 2020, 2:20 pm
Unexpectedly thrust into wine!

Last post by Lisa Cheung « December 16th, 2020, 3:51 pm
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by R. Kirkpatrick » January 24th, 2018, 1:26 pm

Long story short. I acquired an online business selling wine/wine glasses/beer mugs and have little to no experience in any of it.
Two part...

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Last post by Lisa Cheung
December 16th, 2020, 3:51 pm
Mold growing on bottles in my wine refrigerator

Last post by Lisa Cheung « December 8th, 2020, 10:33 pm
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by Geoff F. » February 24th, 2019, 6:15 pm

I picked up a 166-bottle Smith & Hanks Dual-Zone Wine Cellar last summer, and quickly filled it with all the wine I wanted to age for the next 5-15...

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Last post by Lisa Cheung
December 8th, 2020, 10:33 pm
2015 Herb Lamb Cabernet Sauvignon

Last post by Lisa Cheung « December 8th, 2020, 9:52 pm
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by Randy Bowman » July 6th, 2019, 10:00 pm

100 percent Cab from th Herb Lamb vineyard. 14.4 ABV. Popped and poured through a Haley's Corker providing aeration. Blackberries and kitchen spice...

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Last post by Lisa Cheung
December 8th, 2020, 9:52 pm
Barboursville Vineyards 1998 Octagon 3rd Edition

Last post by Kevin Porter « December 3rd, 2020, 12:57 pm
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by CULLEN H » December 3rd, 2020, 12:52 pm

I have 1 bottle of the 1998 Octagon 3rd Edition and am unable to determine whether its still drinkable or past its time. Cellertracker indicates this...

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Last post by Kevin Porter
December 3rd, 2020, 12:57 pm
A question for the forum - a survey of sorts

Last post by Tomás Costa « December 1st, 2020, 1:05 pm
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by Ryan Trush » November 26th, 2020, 7:31 am

On this day of giving thanks, despite the world nearly collapsing this year, we are all thankful for vino no matter our favorite flavor. I’ve always...

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Last post by Tomás Costa
December 1st, 2020, 1:05 pm
Starting a Wine Collection

Last post by NielsM « November 26th, 2020, 10:00 pm
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by NielsM » October 10th, 2020, 1:16 pm

Hello Everyone,

I recently started a Wine collection and would like to get some input, advice and inspiration on how to proceed from here.

I have...

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November 26th, 2020, 10:00 pm

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