Welcome Len. If someone tells you you have the palate of a yak, please do not take offense.
Hi, I’m Len Stevens
I just want to do this right. I’ve been “stalking” this site for about 4 months and absolutely love it. I’m in awe of many of you who post on a regularly basis. I owned a wine bar and bistro restaurant in Louisville for 9 years and was fortunate to pass the Advanced Master Sommelier (level III) in 2008. I am unsureif this is the right area to introduce myself, but please know that I am in awe of some of the experiences that are shared and I live vicariously with many of you here. After my ex and I sold our business, I have been out of the biz for awhile, but am know back “in the game”. I adore all wines, but admittedly am a huge fan of “new world” Pinot and Cdp…that is not to say I don’t enjoy Burgundy, Bordeaux, or many others, but my wallet can’t afford what I love. My favorite Pinots are Rochioli “Small Block”, especially West Block, Kutch, Rivers-Marie, and Littorai. As I side note, I have been on "The List’ wait list for 12 years and just got on this year…I am beyond excited. I own an amazing English Bulldog named Rochioli who is 12 yo and is a Prince among men!
Len Stevens
What wine pairs best with a hot brown? What wine would The Dude most abide (for those who don’t know, Louisville hosts the Big Lebowski Festival Lebowski Fest - Wikipedia )? Do you like Bonnie “Prince” Billy (aka Will Oldham)? I personally will drive down to Louisville and welcome you ceremoniously if you can get me an allocation of Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year? Welcome!