Hi @Eric_White, I am no expert on champagne & bubbles, but I really, really enjoyed this for the price. I like the fact that it’s bone dry (beau vigne can sometimes take over-extraction liberties on their reds since the winery has been sold). I paid a little less than the LB price, but I do think this is of good value. I’ve certainly had my fair share of champagne, but I don’t have the developed palate in that area that others do. I just really enjoyed the precision and focus of this wine for ~$20. Thanks for asking.
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2009 AR.PE.PE Grumello Riserva Sant’Antonio for $79 right now. I’m debating…
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Thoughts on today’s offering?
Cobblestone Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Atlas Peak Napa Valley 2016
Not much information out there and it seems like it may have been available for around $25 several years ago.
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I am passing because they want you to buy 6 for free shipping…
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Any thought/experience regarding the Dolum Cask #3 at $39?
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I ended up feeling the same way. Will look out for it during the next marathon sale.
Meanwhile, it is Egly day on Last Bubbles. So far nothing at such a discount worth jumping after.
I’ll have you all know, I’m on my (actual) last bottle of the 2016 Hamel Family Isthmus and I’m quite depressed about it. Mystery bottle offering a few months back. $35 was such a steal.
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I agree @azogas . Really wish I had bought multiple cases. So good!
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That’s funny. I opened up my first bottle of the Hamel this weekend with some friends and was surprised by how good it was. Thankfully I have 3 more left. Insane qpr on that one.
16% ABV? Was it balanced/hot?..Too high for my taste
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It was surprisingly balanced and did not taste as though it was 16% ABV. Normally that’s way too hot for me, but I don’t think that the LB mystery offer included that info. That’s probably for the best because if it did, I would have ended up passing on an enjoyable wine.
A tiny drop of Ultramarine just showed up on Last Bubbles.
How much was it? I was too late to see the offer. Not that I would buy any, I think it’s a good wine, but not nearly worth the price it fetches.
Anyone have thoughts or guesses on today’s Last Bottle Mystery wine?
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$199
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I was hoping someone had a guess as well. I bought two for kicks.
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There’s not a lot to work with once you cross out the hyperbole. For the retail price point, 2 winemakers, as well as past scores, I’ll throw Levy & McClellan out there although I’m not up to speed on their 2019s.
Honestly, a few maker/partners in the valley could fit the description.
Seems like LB is giving a hint with “A MOUTHFUL”, but I don’t get it.
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My guess is Buccella 2019 cab. Price, pedigree and ABV matches ($240 ish retail, assosiated with Celia Welch, also looks to be 14.5%). Reverse image search on the first pic in ‘nerdy details’ pulled up their page on Winefolly Napa Guide too.
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Lol I’ll take any mid tier Champagne with age at that price point.
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