What bottle of wine did you open today?
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It’s been a good week of wine consumption.
Tuesday I had the opportunity to taste hru four 2016 Bevans with folks in town from the winery - Ontogeny, Proprietary, Tench EE Red, Tench Cabernet Sauvignon (Ontogeny was my favorite, actually agree with the way Dunnuck ranked in his release today)
Other nights this week:
2011 Mount Eden Estat Cabernet
2016 I Brand Cabernet Franc
2015 Le P’tit Paysan Pape
Tonight having 2013 Birichino Pinot Noir Lilo. First time for this wine, although I’ve had the Saint Georges from Birichino a few times. I’m a fan. I prefer it over the Saint Georges.
Tuesday I had the opportunity to taste hru four 2016 Bevans with folks in town from the winery - Ontogeny, Proprietary, Tench EE Red, Tench Cabernet Sauvignon (Ontogeny was my favorite, actually agree with the way Dunnuck ranked in his release today)
Other nights this week:
2011 Mount Eden Estat Cabernet
2016 I Brand Cabernet Franc
2015 Le P’tit Paysan Pape
Tonight having 2013 Birichino Pinot Noir Lilo. First time for this wine, although I’ve had the Saint Georges from Birichino a few times. I’m a fan. I prefer it over the Saint Georges.
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1992 Ramonet Chassagne Montrachet Clos de la Boudriotte Rouge. Unexpectedly good.
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J. Davis - how was the I. Brand Cab Franc?
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Last night I had the pleasure of sharing a couple of wines from my cellar with Terry Theise:
2000 Schloss Gobelsburg Riesling Zöbinger Heiligenstein
1998 Hiedler Grüner Veltliner Maximum
2000 Schloss Gobelsburg Riesling Zöbinger Heiligenstein
1998 Hiedler Grüner Veltliner Maximum
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last night
2014 Bedrock The Bedrock Heritage
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2009 Cayuse "God Only Knows" Grenache. My first Cayuse, definitely picked up on the funk everyone talks about. A complex, mature wine totally different from my usual. Really enjoyed it.
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Some wines from the last couple days:
2016 PYCM Chassagne-Montrachet VV - Punches way above its weight. Bright orchard fruits, lemon cream, and pronounced minerality. Reticent nose with a whiff of smoke and a dollop of oak. Will improve but very good now with air.
2002 Bruno Clair Gevrey 1er Cazetiers - Brilliant showing. Classy wine with gorgeous layered brambly fruit, a dusting of spice, and fine tannins. Masculine wine but impeccably well balanced and just entering its drinking window. Clair wines can be so burly and concentrated in their youth (but impressive); it's nice to see one at a more adolescent stage. I'd love to buy more if I could find it.
2015 Bruno Clair Vosne 'Les Champs Perdrix' - About as thrilling of a young villages as I can remember. Pure and bold and of higher quality than many exalted 1ers. One to seek out, and I suppose the quality is unsurprising given that Champs Perdrix is nestled between La Tache and Reignots.
2011 Liger-Belair Vosne 1er Chaumes - A lacier, more feminine L-B. This still has the characteristic ripe, polished, layered fruit, but it's a touch more open-knit that I typically find with L-B. Impeccably made and very pretty.
2011 Jadot Gevrey 1er Clos St. Jacques - One of the better 2011s I've had. Still sharp and angular in its youth, but the fruit is deep and pure and this has grand cru stature, albeit in the context of the somewhat lighter 2011 vintage.
2016 David Moreau Santenay 'Cuvee S' - One of the more exciting young producers in Burgundy. All of his wines are killer QPR and this was no exception. Although it's starting to shut down, this still shows pure and bright red and dark fruits in a restrained package.
2016 PYCM Chassagne-Montrachet VV - Punches way above its weight. Bright orchard fruits, lemon cream, and pronounced minerality. Reticent nose with a whiff of smoke and a dollop of oak. Will improve but very good now with air.
2002 Bruno Clair Gevrey 1er Cazetiers - Brilliant showing. Classy wine with gorgeous layered brambly fruit, a dusting of spice, and fine tannins. Masculine wine but impeccably well balanced and just entering its drinking window. Clair wines can be so burly and concentrated in their youth (but impressive); it's nice to see one at a more adolescent stage. I'd love to buy more if I could find it.
2015 Bruno Clair Vosne 'Les Champs Perdrix' - About as thrilling of a young villages as I can remember. Pure and bold and of higher quality than many exalted 1ers. One to seek out, and I suppose the quality is unsurprising given that Champs Perdrix is nestled between La Tache and Reignots.
2011 Liger-Belair Vosne 1er Chaumes - A lacier, more feminine L-B. This still has the characteristic ripe, polished, layered fruit, but it's a touch more open-knit that I typically find with L-B. Impeccably made and very pretty.
2011 Jadot Gevrey 1er Clos St. Jacques - One of the better 2011s I've had. Still sharp and angular in its youth, but the fruit is deep and pure and this has grand cru stature, albeit in the context of the somewhat lighter 2011 vintage.
2016 David Moreau Santenay 'Cuvee S' - One of the more exciting young producers in Burgundy. All of his wines are killer QPR and this was no exception. Although it's starting to shut down, this still shows pure and bright red and dark fruits in a restrained package.
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I enjoyed it, although I think it is different from the cab franc I’m used to drinking. I believe it is a more classic (maybe old world, I’m sure someone could correct me) cab franc style in that it is light in style and almost appeared like a Pinot noir in the glass. I’m not the best at wine descriptors but I thought it was green, fruity and frankly if you’d told me it was a Pinot Noir I might’ve believed you.
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last night
2010 Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona Brunello di Montalcino
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Hugues Godmé Champagne Grand Cru Rosé - wow, this far exceeded expectations. Lots of energy with good cut from citrus acidity that keeps nice cherry and strawberry flavors fresh and lively. There is also a mineral streak that runs through to the finish. Great value and will improve further with additional age. First experience with this producer and I will be looking to buy more.
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2009 Kosta-Browne, Kanzler Vineyard
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Good to hear! I snagged a couple tooRuss Williams wrote: ↑February 3rd, 2019, 9:20 amHugues Godmé Champagne Grand Cru Rosé - wow, this far exceeded expectations. Lots of energy with good cut from citrus acidity that keeps nice cherry and strawberry flavors fresh and lively. There is also a mineral streak that runs through to the finish. Great value and will improve further with additional age. First experience with this producer and I will be looking to buy more.
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On deck... 2012 Carlisle carlisle vineyard zinfandel.
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Pre-gaming with a 2011 Kutch Sonoma to start.
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1964 Franco Fiorina Barolo. The bottle was wrapped in saran when I got it and the label look suspiciously immaculate. The cork was short but also weirdly intact. Smelled ok; doing the audouze thing but will decant for sediment just before dinner. We shall see but I am not getting my hopes up
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Yuck. Tasted like marsala. Down the drain, 2010 Larrivet Haut Brion in 375 to the rescue
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2011 Kosta Bowne Sonoma Coast. Meh, to be honest, but the wine isn’t really the focus tonight.
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2014 32 Winds Dry Creek Syrah
2014 Mt Eden Edna Valley Chardonnay
Served with pulled pork tacos.
2014 Mt Eden Edna Valley Chardonnay
Served with pulled pork tacos.
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2015 Di Costanzo Farella Vineyard
Great stuff. Can’t wait to try the 2016.
Great stuff. Can’t wait to try the 2016.
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I just had the last glass of a 1999 Dunn Napa Cab that I opened over the weekend. This would not be pegged as a Napa Cab. A beautiful wine with aromatics that draw you in. The palate has refreshing acidity, tobacco, cherry, bell pepper, and a nice long finish. Tannins are present but they are soft. A fantastic wine at 13.3% alcohol.
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Love this stuff, just backfilled on some 93 Dunn Howell Mountain, a great vintage for DunnDiane Kessler wrote: ↑February 4th, 2019, 3:39 pmI just had the last glass of a 1999 Dunn Napa Cab that I opened over the weekend. This would not be pegged as a Napa Cab. A beautiful wine with aromatics that draw you in. The palate has refreshing acidity, tobacco, cherry, bell pepper, and a nice long finish. Tannins are present but they are soft. A fantastic wine at 13.3% alcohol.
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2016 Lapierre Morgon Sans Soufre
Outstanding
Outstanding
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2012 Tercero, Cuvee Loco, Larner Vineyard
Pobegaed a bottle that arrived today. No travel shock.
Tart. Rustic. Smooth mouthfeel. Pepper, cranberry.
Pobegaed a bottle that arrived today. No travel shock.
Tart. Rustic. Smooth mouthfeel. Pepper, cranberry.
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Super Bowl Sunday
2017 Wölffer Estate Summer in a Bottle Rosé
2016 Paetra Riesling "K"
2012 Reininger Merlot Walla Walla Valley
2013 Twisted Oak Bearded Dragon ... 100% Tempranillo
2014 Longplay Pinot Noir Jory Bench Reserve Lia's Vineyard
2016 Bedrock Old Vine Zinfandel
last night
2013 E. Fuligni Rosso di Montalcino
tonight
2012 Kaella Winery Meritage
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2017 Wölffer Estate Summer in a Bottle Rosé
2016 Paetra Riesling "K"
2012 Reininger Merlot Walla Walla Valley
2013 Twisted Oak Bearded Dragon ... 100% Tempranillo
2014 Longplay Pinot Noir Jory Bench Reserve Lia's Vineyard
2016 Bedrock Old Vine Zinfandel
last night
2013 E. Fuligni Rosso di Montalcino
tonight
2012 Kaella Winery Meritage
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2016 Bedrock Zinfandel Sodini Ranch
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2017 Bedrock Zin OV
Tasty as heck for all of cheap.
Tasty as heck for all of cheap.
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2015 Evesham Wood Mahonia - solid acid driven Oregon Pinot.
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2016 - Minimus Wines Pinot Noir Johan Vineyard - My first Oregon Pinot. Lighter than I expected, nice spice. Deliciously fruity.
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2015 Domaine du Haut Bourg Muscadet Cotes de Grandlieu
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Had a really nice bottle of 2006 Janesse CdP VV last evening.
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Delicious CdP. PnP and drank with leftover Osso bucco. This 12 year old is everything a CdP should be. Concentrated, balanced and hedonistic. Dark fruits, cassis, licorice. Lingering finish. The last glass was the best.. I would open about an hour prior to drinking. Drink or Hold. I will try to hold my last bottle for a few years. (97 pts.)
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2006 Domaine de la Janasse Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes - France, Rhône, Southern Rhône, Châteauneuf-du-Pape (2/6/2019)
Delicious CdP. PnP and drank with leftover Osso bucco. This 12 year old is everything a CdP should be. Concentrated, balanced and hedonistic. Dark fruits, cassis, licorice. Lingering finish. The last glass was the best.. I would open about an hour prior to drinking. Drink or Hold. I will try to hold my last bottle for a few years. (97 pts.)
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2014 Barroul Lynch La Pierrelle Rouge
Love funky Syrah and this didn’t disappoint.
Love funky Syrah and this didn’t disappoint.
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How was this? Have some 2014 Herman Story. Including this bottle. Been trying to decide when to open it.
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2015 Huet Le Mont Sec. Lemon cream, vanilla, racy acidity, bitter streak down the middle, mouth pucking finish.
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And even better on night two. Really one of the better values in the world of wine. A case worthy purchase.Robert.A.Jr. wrote: ↑February 5th, 2019, 7:06 pm2017 Bedrock Zin OV
Tasty as heck for all of cheap.
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2005 St. Innocent Seven Springs Pinot Noir. Just hitting prime time drinking.
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Fantastic PNPat Martin wrote: ↑February 6th, 2019, 8:22 pm2005 St. Innocent Seven Springs Pinot Noir. Just hitting prime time drinking.
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Turn 43 tomorrow:
‘76 SLV
‘76 SLV Lot B
‘76 Cheval Blanc
Both Stag’s Leaps led with eucalyptus, but also fairly youthful with plenty of fruit. Lot B slightly more concentrated. Cheval great and improved over time but trailed last night’s mini-horizontal of ‘82 Calon Segur and Certan De May that were incredible. I need a night off to recuperate.
‘76 SLV
‘76 SLV Lot B
‘76 Cheval Blanc
Both Stag’s Leaps led with eucalyptus, but also fairly youthful with plenty of fruit. Lot B slightly more concentrated. Cheval great and improved over time but trailed last night’s mini-horizontal of ‘82 Calon Segur and Certan De May that were incredible. I need a night off to recuperate.
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2015 Pichon Baron: caught this on a youthful peak - rich, lush red fruit without any stewed / pruney character; savory nuances to keep things interesting and a touch of grip from the silky tannins; no heat at all on the nice long finish
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Happy BirthdayMark Thompson wrote: ↑February 8th, 2019, 8:52 pmTurn 43 tomorrow:
‘76 SLV
‘76 SLV Lot B
‘76 Cheval Blanc
Both Stag’s Leaps led with eucalyptus, but also fairly youthful with plenty of fruit. Lot B slightly more concentrated. Cheval great and improved over time but trailed last night’s mini-horizontal of ‘82 Calon Segur and Certan De May that were incredible. I need a night off to recuperate.
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Thanks! Tonight I took it easy but did have one really special wine. We went to Smyth (Chicago) for my birthday. I was out of ‘76’s without making a special trip to offsite storage, so opted for a ‘71 Latour A Pomerol— and wow—pretty incredible. I’d taken a chance on this vintage based on Jeff Leve’s notes and a great ‘55 I got to try last summer. The ‘71 reminded me of the ‘88 Certan de May that I drink fairly regularly—just slightly softer and more evolved. The color was still fairly dark and it showed no signs of decline over a few hours of drinking. It was a great treat with an amazing meal.Steve Gautier wrote: ↑February 9th, 2019, 5:31 amHappy BirthdayMark Thompson wrote: ↑February 8th, 2019, 8:52 pmTurn 43 tomorrow:
‘76 SLV
‘76 SLV Lot B
‘76 Cheval Blanc
Both Stag’s Leaps led with eucalyptus, but also fairly youthful with plenty of fruit. Lot B slightly more concentrated. Cheval great and improved over time but trailed last night’s mini-horizontal of ‘82 Calon Segur and Certan De May that were incredible. I need a night off to recuperate.
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Opened a 2012 Reynvaan Unnamed this afternoon. Drinking wonderfully. The aromatics of this wine are fantastic.
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2012 Myriad Three Twins. I’ve been stocking up a bunch of Mike Smith wines, without much tasting. This didn’t disappoint, perfect with some Flannery burgers off the grill.
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Russel's wines are always big, bold, sexy, in your face!! This was drinking well at five years but would like to see how it ages down the road.JDavisRoby wrote: ↑February 6th, 2019, 5:38 pm
How was this? Have some 2014 Herman Story. Including this bottle. Been trying to decide when to open it.
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Valdicava Brunello Di Montalcino 2006
Pop and poured.tanins resolved,Rich black
Fruit with sour black cherries, dark
chocolate,leather and oak.Not to bad.
Pop and poured.tanins resolved,Rich black
Fruit with sour black cherries, dark
chocolate,leather and oak.Not to bad.