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TN: 2011 Stella di Compalto BdM Riserva

Last post by Keith A k e r s « March 26th, 2019, 5:41 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by R. Frankel » March 15th, 2019, 12:23 pm » in Wine Talk

Never had this producer before, ordered over dinner. Note below. Very impressive, great with Elk Ragu Papperdelle.

P&P though deserves a decant. One...

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Last post by Keith A k e r s
March 26th, 2019, 5:41 am
What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?

Last post by Robert.A.Jr. « March 26th, 2019, 5:15 am
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by Roy Hersh » May 11th, 2012, 5:54 pm » in Wine Talk
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I think it would be interesting to see what others are buying these days.

This week, I found 2 bottles of Hanzell Chardonnay from 1997 and a 3 pack...
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Last post by Robert.A.Jr.
March 26th, 2019, 5:15 am
Official WTSO thread

Last post by mattcitrang « March 26th, 2019, 4:24 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Eric Rose » July 10th, 2013, 11:44 am » in Wine Talk
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I can't find ANY reviews on CT or elsewhere. The website for the winery given in the WTSO blurb doesn't even appear to be the right winery!
But I...
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Last post by mattcitrang
March 26th, 2019, 4:24 am
PSA - 2010 Musar

Last post by Claus Jeppesen « March 26th, 2019, 4:23 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Kirk.Grant » March 24th, 2019, 4:38 pm » in Wine Talk

All,

I have a friend that works in the wine industry and has been speaking with someone in the supply chain for Musar/Broadbent/Distributor....

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Last post by Claus Jeppesen
March 26th, 2019, 4:23 am
Drier Than a Dead Dingo’s Donger

Last post by Mark Golodetz « March 26th, 2019, 4:15 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Jeremy Bartlett » March 25th, 2019, 5:38 am » in Wine Talk

2007 Trimbach Cuvee Frederic Emile

And that’s dry...
The nose is citrus, chalk, nascent honey and petrol notes and the impression of a kaleidoscope...

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Last post by Mark Golodetz
March 26th, 2019, 4:15 am
TN: Bottom Feeding at TotalWines...(short/boring)

Last post by J a y H a c k « March 26th, 2019, 4:15 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by TomHill » March 24th, 2019, 11:41 am » in Wine Talk

Had an hour to kill out on the South side of town, so (against my better judgement) went into TotalWines and walked out (I am such a wuss) with the...

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Last post by J a y H a c k
March 26th, 2019, 4:15 am
TN: 2016 Idlewild Cortese Fox Hill Vineyard

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « March 26th, 2019, 4:10 am
Posted in Wine Talk

by D@vid Bu3ker » March 26th, 2019, 4:10 am » in Wine Talk

2016 Idlewild Cortese Fox Hill Vineyard - USA, California, North Coast, Mendocino County (3/25/2019)
Slightly cloudy from the partial skin-contact,...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
March 26th, 2019, 4:10 am
For the winos who want to maintain street cred but drink upscale.

Last post by Scott Brunson « March 26th, 2019, 3:55 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Robert M yers » March 26th, 2019, 3:20 am » in Wine Talk

The south of France now has you covered. don’t back up the trucks all at once
Sorting low to high price has finally paid off....

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Last post by Scott Brunson
March 26th, 2019, 3:55 am
The Bourbon Thread

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « March 26th, 2019, 3:08 am
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Scott Butler » March 23rd, 2010, 7:13 pm » in Beer and Spirits
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What are you drinking, what do you like? Oh, and let me clarify - it doesn't have to just be the legal definition of bourbon, but the style. I'd like...
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Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng
March 26th, 2019, 3:08 am
How I almost lost my chance to buy 3 '05 Giuseppe Rinaldi Barolo Brunate Le-Coste yesterday

Last post by Mattstolz « March 26th, 2019, 3:03 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by craig v » March 24th, 2019, 7:29 am » in Wine Talk

Yesterday I almost lost my chance to buy 3 '05 Giuseppe Rinaldi Barolo Brunate Le-Coste for $125 each because I don't like to carry btls around the...

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Last post by Mattstolz
March 26th, 2019, 3:03 am
TN: The King in the North!

Last post by Mattstolz « March 26th, 2019, 3:01 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by A. So » March 25th, 2019, 9:56 pm » in Wine Talk

2006 Ruinart Champagne Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs - France, Champagne
Really nice richness on the nose and palate. Slightly creamy with a little...

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Last post by Mattstolz
March 26th, 2019, 3:01 am
Best Scotch Under $100

Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng « March 26th, 2019, 3:01 am
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Corey N. » May 30th, 2015, 7:27 pm » in Beer and Spirits
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A friend needs a bottle of Scotch for a gift for a Scotch drinker. He doesn't want to ask what the guy likes because it's a surprise. So with this...
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Last post by Mich@el Ch@ng
March 26th, 2019, 3:01 am
New Underwater Restaurant in Norway

Last post by Robert Dentice « March 26th, 2019, 2:48 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by Ron Slye » March 25th, 2019, 7:52 pm » in Epicurean Exploits

I will probably never get there, but curious to hear if anyone does. Obviously a bit gimmicky, but it could also be an amazing experience. Here is a...

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Last post by Robert Dentice
March 26th, 2019, 2:48 am
1998 Chateauneuf du Pape

Last post by MaiMadigan « March 26th, 2019, 12:45 am
Posted in Wine 101: The Basics
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by Brian Pinci » January 29th, 2018, 3:40 pm » in Wine 101: The Basics

I’ve been opening a lot of my 98 ChP lately because I’ve had so many that are over the hill. Right now I’m drinking the Ch Cabrieres Prestige which...

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Last post by MaiMadigan
March 26th, 2019, 12:45 am
Tokyo, Japan

Last post by MaiMadigan « March 26th, 2019, 12:23 am
Posted in Travel Forum
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by PaulineSinclair » March 22nd, 2019, 1:09 am » in Travel Forum

Who has Japanese travel experience and can introduce me where there is good wine. I am coming to this place

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Last post by MaiMadigan
March 26th, 2019, 12:23 am
Best wines since the beginning of 2019

Last post by Laurent Gibet « March 26th, 2019, 12:05 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Laurent Gibet » March 11th, 2019, 9:13 am » in Wine Talk

3 classic wines from nebbiolo :
Barolo Massolino Parussi 2011 : 18/20
Barolo Burlotto Acclivi 2013 : 18/20
Barolo Rinaldi Tre Tine 2011 : 18/20

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Last post by Laurent Gibet
March 26th, 2019, 12:05 am
2013 Oregon Chardonnay Tasting

Last post by Vincent Fritzsche « March 26th, 2019, 12:04 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Rick Allen » March 25th, 2019, 8:21 pm » in Wine Talk

On Saturday, a number of Berserkers (mainly lurkers) gathered at the Heater Allen Tap Room to taste 2013 Oregon Chardonnay. This is our fourth year...

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Last post by Vincent Fritzsche
March 26th, 2019, 12:04 am
Jacques Selosse Initial

Last post by Jonathan Sirot « March 25th, 2019, 11:44 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Barry Rothof » March 23rd, 2019, 2:05 pm » in Wine Talk

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Last post by Jonathan Sirot
March 25th, 2019, 11:44 pm
Eto - a new way to preserve wine

Last post by Nick Ryan « March 25th, 2019, 10:26 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by RickieM » June 7th, 2017, 7:59 am » in Wine Talk

This looks pretty darn interesting. It's a Kickstarter project for now, but take a look:

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Last post by Nick Ryan
March 25th, 2019, 10:26 pm
Bombino Bianco

Last post by Tim Heaton « March 25th, 2019, 10:23 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Tim Heaton » March 25th, 2019, 9:06 am » in Wine Talk

late this morning, I was at Az. Vin. Rivera, in the Castel Del Monte region of north Puglia. The beginning wine of the tasting was their Bombino...

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Last post by Tim Heaton
March 25th, 2019, 10:23 pm
For Sale: 3X 2012 Caymus 40th anniversary

Last post by BlaineRyanHunt « March 25th, 2019, 10:10 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by BlaineRyanHunt » March 25th, 2019, 10:10 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

For sale: 3 bottles of 2012 Caymus 40th $140 per, including fed ex ground. Stored in temperature controlled cellar their entire life. Lots of board...

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Last post by BlaineRyanHunt
March 25th, 2019, 10:10 pm
Post Parade Wines (Another TRB Project)?

Last post by KyleC « March 25th, 2019, 9:40 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Bill Tex Landreth » June 12th, 2018, 1:50 pm » in Wine Talk

I guess at some point I signed up for this winery (cannot recall actually), and today the release letter came out. TRB as the winemaker and it looks...

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Last post by KyleC
March 25th, 2019, 9:40 pm
Louis Latour 2009 Chambertin

Last post by A. So « March 25th, 2019, 9:33 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Jim Hartten » March 25th, 2019, 1:35 pm » in Wine Talk

A local store is discounting its few remaining bottles of the 2009 Louis Latour Chambertin (Hertieres) for $180 per, which seems reasonable for a...

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Last post by A. So
March 25th, 2019, 9:33 pm
Fevre: Checking In

Last post by Eric Lundblad « March 25th, 2019, 9:20 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by p@ulbortin » March 22nd, 2019, 6:38 pm » in Wine Talk

Most of my 2002 Fevre Chablis across all of the Crus were heavily pre-moxed and I haven’t picked up a bottle since.

Has the situation improved?

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Last post by Eric Lundblad
March 25th, 2019, 9:20 pm
TN: Tasting With Oliver...(long/boring)

Last post by GregT « March 25th, 2019, 9:16 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by TomHill » March 25th, 2019, 9:22 am » in Wine Talk

We tasted last night (3/20/19): Tasting w/ Oliver McCrum:
1. Skerk Malvazija IGT: Venezia Giulia (14%) 2016 : Med.light gold color; quite fragrant...

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Last post by GregT
March 25th, 2019, 9:16 pm
TN: Dropout '15 "Castanho Vineyard" Mourvèdre, Contra Costa

Last post by Rich Brown « March 25th, 2019, 9:11 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Drew Goin » March 24th, 2019, 8:41 am » in Wine Talk

TN for Dropout 2015 Castanho Vineyard Mourvèdre Contra Costa County

March 11, 2019 : Opened one night before tasting. The nose on this wine is...

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Last post by Rich Brown
March 25th, 2019, 9:11 pm
TN: 1982 Chateau Beychevelle

Last post by JosephK « March 25th, 2019, 8:51 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by JosephK » March 24th, 2019, 1:20 pm » in Wine Talk

At 37 years old, this bottle seemed still young to me, with plenty of life remaining. Nose of graphite, pencil shavings, and dark berries. It still...

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Last post by JosephK
March 25th, 2019, 8:51 pm
Aged Cali Cab

Last post by Jeremy Holmes « March 25th, 2019, 8:45 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by JeromeHan » May 14th, 2016, 11:25 am » in Wine Talk
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I've always wanted to try and see a really well aged California Cab tastes like. I'm not looking to get an aged cult wine or anything of that level....
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Last post by Jeremy Holmes
March 25th, 2019, 8:45 pm
Japanese Whiskey

Last post by Kris Patten « March 25th, 2019, 8:36 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Chris S p i k e s » November 12th, 2010, 7:21 am » in Beer and Spirits

Anyone familiar? I saw them briefly on a menu at a restaurant I'm going to be hitting in a few weeks. I have never heard that the Japanese have made...

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Last post by Kris Patten
March 25th, 2019, 8:36 pm
2018 Bulk Wine Sales

Last post by Cameron Hughes « March 25th, 2019, 8:34 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mike Kuller » March 13th, 2019, 5:02 pm » in Wine Talk

I recall in the early 1980s people were recommending Gallo Hearty Burgandy because it was a great year for cabernet and much of the excess would flow...

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Last post by Cameron Hughes
March 25th, 2019, 8:34 pm
SF Bay Area/Peninsula OL - April 1, Divino

Last post by dteng « March 25th, 2019, 8:15 pm
Posted in Offline Planner
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by dteng » March 11th, 2019, 7:42 pm » in Offline Planner
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I know there are several OLs cooking...

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Date - April 1

Place - Divino
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Last post by dteng
March 25th, 2019, 8:15 pm
Henry McKenna 10 Bottled in Bond - Wins Best Whiskey SF World Spirits Competition

Last post by Kris Patten « March 25th, 2019, 8:13 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Brian Thorne » March 25th, 2019, 7:03 am » in Beer and Spirits

Nice article in Forbes about the 2019 SF World Spirits Competition, and the Henry McKenna 10 year old Bottled in Bond Single Barrel won best Whiskey....

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Last post by Kris Patten
March 25th, 2019, 8:13 pm
Which Carlisle are you drinking?

Last post by Andrew Demaree « March 25th, 2019, 7:34 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Peter Petersen » March 30th, 2015, 9:48 pm » in Wine Talk
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Just to keep the theme going.
Tonight I popped the Dry Creek Zin from 2012. Probably one of the more exciting DCZs I've had. Darker and richer...
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Last post by Andrew Demaree
March 25th, 2019, 7:34 pm
What bottle of wine did you open today?

Last post by Jeff Linenger « March 25th, 2019, 7:33 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Aubrey Lloyd » March 7th, 2012, 2:47 pm » in Wine Talk
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Happy Wednesday everyone!
I really didn't know what to open this evening so i closed my eyes ( after I was in my cellar) and blindly pulled out a...
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Last post by Jeff Linenger
March 25th, 2019, 7:33 pm
Consistently superb: Flannery

Last post by Craig G « March 25th, 2019, 6:58 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by Mark Golodetz » March 19th, 2019, 6:16 pm » in Epicurean Exploits

Every so often, I will order a ton of 28 day bone in ribeye from Brian. They arrive beautiful and marbled, and vacuum packed, so it’s easy to freeze...

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Last post by Craig G
March 25th, 2019, 6:58 pm
2019 West Coast Weather Thread

Last post by Casey Hartlip « March 25th, 2019, 6:44 pm
Posted in Cellar Rats (ITB)
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by Casey Hartlip » January 1st, 2019, 6:25 am » in Cellar Rats (ITB)
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As I sit here on January 1st (with NO hangover I'm proud to report) I wonder what the next vintage will bring. Will we get enough rainfall? Will the...
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Last post by Casey Hartlip
March 25th, 2019, 6:44 pm
Lodging in Carmel

Last post by T Welch « March 25th, 2019, 6:33 pm
Posted in Travel Forum
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by EHeffner » March 20th, 2019, 2:02 pm » in Travel Forum

My wife and I are planning a little road trip down the coast of California to celebrate her birthday in May. We are spending two nights in Carmel on...

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Last post by T Welch
March 25th, 2019, 6:33 pm
Houston BBQ

Last post by M. Taylor « March 25th, 2019, 6:29 pm
Posted in Travel Forum
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by Paul McCourt » March 21st, 2019, 2:22 pm » in Travel Forum

I am going to be down there the end of April and I promised to show some Aussies how Texans do BBQ. Any reccos for the best BBQ in town? (Prefer a...

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Last post by M. Taylor
March 25th, 2019, 6:29 pm
Westchester Co NY

Last post by Thomas Rippe « March 25th, 2019, 6:29 pm
Posted in Offline Planner
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by Mike Reff » March 19th, 2019, 5:30 am » in Offline Planner

It has been way too long since I have organized an event. How about New York's backyard. After tax season though.. perhaps end of April, any...

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Last post by Thomas Rippe
March 25th, 2019, 6:29 pm
Birthday Wines - 95 DP Oeno, 83 Prum Aus, 70 Produttori, 68 BV SpBurg, 68 Boal, 90 MonteBello and plenty of others

Last post by Rich Brown « March 25th, 2019, 6:21 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Cris Whetstone » December 31st, 2018, 12:31 pm » in Wine Talk

We got a small gathering together to crack some old stinky wines and eat some Flannery for my 50th birthday last night. It was a great time. All...

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Last post by Rich Brown
March 25th, 2019, 6:21 pm
Veleta EVOO & Gourmets of Spain Berserker Day 10 Deals

Last post by Nola Palomar « March 25th, 2019, 6:15 pm
Posted in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
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by Nola Palomar » January 26th, 2019, 12:47 am » in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
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ANOTHER GLORIOUS BERSERKER DAY - CONGRATULATIONS TODD AND THE GANG FOR 10 YEARS!!

There are so many deals and new products, don't miss out, read...
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Last post by Nola Palomar
March 25th, 2019, 6:15 pm
New York City, aka Manhattan and the boroughs BYO

Last post by Greg K « March 25th, 2019, 6:14 pm
Posted in BYO Forum - Wine at Restaurants
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by Dan Hammer » May 17th, 2010, 9:42 pm » in BYO Forum - Wine at Restaurants
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Welcome to the New York City , aka Manhattan and the boroughs, BYO forum.

Check out post 481 re: grubstreet and BYO. edit 7/5/17.

edit 2/26/14...
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Last post by Greg K
March 25th, 2019, 6:14 pm
Envoyer Thread #2: Everything else

Last post by Greg K « March 25th, 2019, 6:04 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by c fu » April 17th, 2018, 10:05 pm » in Wine Talk
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Here you guys go. A space to discuss other wines from Envoyer. I see that when people bring up non champagne in the champagne thread people always...
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Last post by Greg K
March 25th, 2019, 6:04 pm
Anchovies

Last post by scamhi « March 25th, 2019, 6:03 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by Craig G » March 2nd, 2019, 2:14 pm » in Epicurean Exploits

I’ve been in search of better anchovies recently and can report on two very good options. I’ve tried many other brands that are available locally...

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Last post by scamhi
March 25th, 2019, 6:03 pm
Michael Broadbent on old Bdx

Last post by Mike Evans « March 25th, 2019, 5:54 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Alan Eden » March 21st, 2019, 9:53 pm » in Wine Talk
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In the 80's the most famous Bdx critic in the UK was Michael Broadbent, his encyclopedia on Bordeaux was excellent and cataloged every major release...
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Last post by Mike Evans
March 25th, 2019, 5:54 pm
Good wine stores to visit in Fisherman's Wharf area, San Fransisco

Last post by Zachary Ross « March 25th, 2019, 5:44 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Frederico L e e » March 25th, 2019, 3:57 am » in Wine Talk

Gonna stay two days there later this week. I'm not going to rent a car nor visiting Napa Valley ( yes I know I'm gonna miss a lot fun). Any nice wine...

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Last post by Zachary Ross
March 25th, 2019, 5:44 pm
Wine Bottle Color for Recycling

Last post by Mike Evans « March 25th, 2019, 5:10 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Mike Evans » March 25th, 2019, 5:10 pm » in Wine Talk

My city requires that we sort glass by color for recycling, with the options being clear, green, and brown. Most bottles are easy to classify, but I...

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Last post by Mike Evans
March 25th, 2019, 5:10 pm
Near & Dear to My Heart - Portugal Introduction Value Packs

Last post by Tom K. « March 25th, 2019, 4:24 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

by Tom K. » March 25th, 2019, 4:24 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

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Dear Fellow Berserkers,

It is long overdue for me to finally set up my first introduction packs of Portuguese wines. For the past 6...

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Last post by Tom K.
March 25th, 2019, 4:24 pm
Coz it's time for Cos

Last post by Pat Martin « March 25th, 2019, 4:14 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Ramon C » March 23rd, 2019, 8:47 am » in Wine Talk

Coz it’s time for Cos
March 19, 2019

A vertical tasting by 6 of the fun, regular Bordeaux crew, plus 2 gracious cameo-guests, landed at a New York...

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Last post by Pat Martin
March 25th, 2019, 4:14 pm
Cooking a 3 course meal with a Clothing Iron

Last post by Victor Hong « March 25th, 2019, 4:09 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by c fu » March 25th, 2019, 2:10 pm » in Epicurean Exploits

pretty impressive stuff - all from scratch

For those that don't want to watch all 12 minutes - these are the things cooked with the iron....

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Last post by Victor Hong
March 25th, 2019, 4:09 pm
Which Champagne are you drinking?

Last post by ky1em!ttskus « March 25th, 2019, 3:31 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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2004 Jacquesson Champ Cain - love this, deep Chardonnay...
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Last post by ky1em!ttskus
March 25th, 2019, 3:31 pm
Steak Porn

Last post by Scott Brunson « March 25th, 2019, 3:19 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by Bill Tex Landreth » January 27th, 2009, 12:18 pm » in Epicurean Exploits
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Last post by Scott Brunson
March 25th, 2019, 3:19 pm
Cabot Vineyards- Something old, something new

Last post by David Mc « March 25th, 2019, 2:55 pm
Posted in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
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by John Cabot » January 22nd, 2019, 12:21 pm » in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
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Something Old, Something New

Hello everyone. Growing grapes on the edge of the wilderness in deep northern CA has been extremely...
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Last post by David Mc
March 25th, 2019, 2:55 pm
TN: Charity Tasting Blowout! (Ramey, Bevan, Once & Future, Bedrock, Matthiasson, Betz, etc.)

Last post by K John Joseph « March 25th, 2019, 2:28 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by D@vid Bu3ker » March 24th, 2019, 9:19 am » in Wine Talk

Held my annual United Way charity tasting last night. It’s an event that is bid on during the silent auction every year at work, in support of the...

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Last post by K John Joseph
March 25th, 2019, 2:28 pm
Oregon Wine History Archives Website

Last post by Scott Tallman « March 25th, 2019, 2:28 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Drew Goin » March 25th, 2019, 2:02 pm » in Wine Talk

Linfield College
Oregon Wine History Archives

The Oregon Wine History Archive at Linfield College was created to collect, preserve, share, and...

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Last post by Scott Tallman
March 25th, 2019, 2:28 pm
Mendocino Carignan and Red Recommendations?

Last post by Drew Goin « March 25th, 2019, 1:54 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Drew Goin » April 28th, 2016, 10:11 pm » in Wine Talk
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My very first experiences with Carignan-based wines, as well as many Zins, were from sources in Mendocino.

I actively avoided the region in recent...
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Last post by Drew Goin
March 25th, 2019, 1:54 pm
TN: 2007 McPrice Myers - "Higher Ground" Mourvedre - Alta Mesa Vineyard (USA, California, Central Coast)

Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m « March 25th, 2019, 1:49 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian G r a f s t r o m » May 5th, 2010, 10:55 am » in Wine Talk

2007 McPrice Myers Mourvedre Higher Ground Alta Mesa Vineyard - USA, California, Central Coast (5/1/2010)
-- popped and poured --
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Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m
March 25th, 2019, 1:49 pm
TN: Neyers '14 "Evangelho Vineyard" Carignan

Last post by Drew Goin « March 25th, 2019, 1:44 pm
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by Drew Goin » March 24th, 2019, 8:33 am » in Wine Talk

TN for Neyers 2014 Carignan Evangelho Vineyard Contra Costa County

March 13, 2019 : Opened one night before tasting. I found the '14 Neyers...

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Last post by Drew Goin
March 25th, 2019, 1:44 pm
New York City Restaurants

Last post by Robert Dentice « March 25th, 2019, 1:39 pm
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by Robert Dentice » February 5th, 2014, 1:50 pm » in Epicurean Exploits
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I thought I would start a thread dedicated to NYC restaurants.

2013 has been the best year for restaurant openings since 2004. And this expansion...
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March 25th, 2019, 1:39 pm
Official Costco Thread

Last post by N. Justl « March 25th, 2019, 1:33 pm
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WTSO and Last Bottle have their threads, so time to put one up for Costco. Varies from location to location and in SF we are lucky to have the Mtn...
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Last post by N. Justl
March 25th, 2019, 1:33 pm
Which vintages of red Burgundy are you drinking in 2019?

Last post by G. Newman « March 25th, 2019, 1:30 pm
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by G. Newman » March 22nd, 2019, 6:47 pm » in Wine Talk

It's been three years since I've asked a similar question:

Which vintages of red Burgundy are you planning to open or would open (if you had them)...

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Last post by G. Newman
March 25th, 2019, 1:30 pm
Lieu-Dits

Last post by Larry Link « March 25th, 2019, 1:29 pm
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by RyanC » March 20th, 2019, 9:40 am » in Wine Talk

I'm a sucker for special parcels within larger Burgundy vineyards, whether they have older vines, or are in a 'clos', etc. Some favorites are...

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Last post by Larry Link
March 25th, 2019, 1:29 pm
Levi Pinsky A+++ seller

Last post by Seth M. Long « March 25th, 2019, 1:26 pm
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by Seth M. Long » March 25th, 2019, 1:26 pm » in Commerce Corner Feedback

Easy transaction, thanks Levi.

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Last post by Seth M. Long
March 25th, 2019, 1:26 pm
Moving Sale / Cellar Thinning - WA WINE + Andremily

Last post by N1CKW0LF « March 25th, 2019, 1:21 pm
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by N1CKW0LF » December 13th, 2018, 10:48 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Trying to clean out the cellar for the New Year! Buyer pays shipping or I can meet you in Seattle, I also work in Woodinville and can meet there as...

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Last post by N1CKW0LF
March 25th, 2019, 1:21 pm
Magnum party Oakland BBQ joint Sat. 4/6 noonish final details

Last post by George Chadwick « March 25th, 2019, 1:18 pm
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by George Chadwick » March 1st, 2019, 12:14 am » in Offline Planner
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Theme: Most bring a magnum, some don't

Variety: always a good thing

Where: At a friend's BBQ restaurant
Stay Gold Deli
2635 San...
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Last post by George Chadwick
March 25th, 2019, 1:18 pm
For Sale: Something for Everyone (Cruse, Dutraive, Gerard, Jadot, Pousse, DomP, Valdicava, Poggio Antico)

Last post by Dennis Atick « March 25th, 2019, 1:10 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Dennis Atick » March 22nd, 2019, 8:32 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

I'm not usually the- I'm out of room guy- but this time I am.
Selling a wide variety of goodies where I have more than I need.
A little bit of...

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Last post by Dennis Atick
March 25th, 2019, 1:10 pm
Amalfi in March

Last post by Dennis Atick « March 25th, 2019, 1:01 pm
Posted in Travel Forum
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by Walt Hoehler » December 31st, 2018, 10:51 am » in Travel Forum

Our family (wife, me, teen girl, and teen boy) are headed to the Amalfi Coast in March.

We like to hike, eat, drink (the adults), and do some sight...

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Last post by Dennis Atick
March 25th, 2019, 1:01 pm
What BEER are you drinking?

Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m « March 25th, 2019, 12:55 pm
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by Brian G r a f s t r o m » December 13th, 2009, 10:28 am » in Beer and Spirits
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New Belgium -- Wild Ale (Lips of Faith series)
Bear Republic -- Racer 5 IPA
Stone -- Arrogant Bastard
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Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m
March 25th, 2019, 12:55 pm
Scarecrow OWC Issues?

Last post by Scott Brunson « March 25th, 2019, 12:54 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by ericskitei » March 20th, 2019, 7:51 pm » in Wine Talk
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My two OWCs came completely broken. Wood fell apart and some bottle damage. I've spoken to several friends who had similar experiences today. The...
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Last post by Scott Brunson
March 25th, 2019, 12:54 pm
RUM ... talk to me, people

Last post by Michae1 P0wers « March 25th, 2019, 12:42 pm
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by Brian G r a f s t r o m » December 15th, 2009, 1:37 pm » in Beer and Spirits
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My favorite is the Barbancourt 15. Would love to hear what's better than that one.
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Last post by Michae1 P0wers
March 25th, 2019, 12:42 pm
What Goodfellow/Matello are you drinking?

Last post by rfelthoven « March 25th, 2019, 12:34 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Scott Tallman » January 19th, 2017, 8:04 pm » in Wine Talk
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Thought Marcus' wines deserved a thread similar to Bedrock and other CA board favs and wanted to end the thread drift I helped contribute to in the...
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Last post by rfelthoven
March 25th, 2019, 12:34 pm
TN: Taste-Off: Two Inexpensive Chablis

Last post by Michae1 P0wers « March 25th, 2019, 12:34 pm
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by Jim Stewart » March 24th, 2019, 5:06 pm » in Wine Talk

I picked up a 2017 Domaine William Fevre Chablis at Costco recently ($25) to try. I decided to pair it in a “taste-off” with a 2015 Domaine Laroche...

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Last post by Michae1 P0wers
March 25th, 2019, 12:34 pm
Whats your favourite wine characteristic ?

Last post by RichardFlack « March 25th, 2019, 12:30 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Alan Eden » March 18th, 2019, 10:40 am » in Wine Talk
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What single chartacter style can get you excited, describe it in a few words, for me the following would be examples.

Steely minerality of a...
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Last post by RichardFlack
March 25th, 2019, 12:30 pm
Peter Michael, Colgin, Schraeder, Insignia, Lail, and more

Last post by Anton D « March 25th, 2019, 12:24 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by K John Joseph » March 25th, 2019, 11:08 am » in Wine Talk

Wine is a special hobby. There are so few geeks that wine seems to draw us all together. Wine brought my friend Louis and I together before we'd ever...

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Last post by Anton D
March 25th, 2019, 12:24 pm
What Bedrock wine are you drinking tonight?

Last post by MBerto « March 25th, 2019, 12:17 pm
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There seems to be a lot of love for Bedrock wine on this board that i figured we could probably start a thread devoted to which one you opened...
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Last post by MBerto
March 25th, 2019, 12:17 pm
Farr Vintners retastes 2009 Bordeaux 10 years on.

Last post by Howard Cooper « March 25th, 2019, 10:39 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mark Golodetz » March 7th, 2019, 6:04 am » in Wine Talk

The British merchant invited several in the trade and a number of critics to this tasting. If they (the critics) haven't come out with their own...

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Last post by Howard Cooper
March 25th, 2019, 10:39 am
Your favorite stemless wine glasses?

Last post by Anton D « March 25th, 2019, 10:17 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brandon R » March 22nd, 2019, 11:45 am » in Wine Talk

Hi, Folks. I did a search and, while there are lots of conversations about wine glasses, I didn't see anything other than on-off posts about stemless...

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Last post by Anton D
March 25th, 2019, 10:17 am
Eating and Drinking in Washington (mostly Seattle area)

Last post by Brandon R « March 25th, 2019, 10:13 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits
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by Kris Patten » February 28th, 2019, 8:59 pm » in Epicurean Exploits

Thought it would be nice to start a dedicated thread to Seattle and surrounding areas.

I'll start since Scott from Bisato is back and Bisato in SODO...

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Last post by Brandon R
March 25th, 2019, 10:13 am
wine shop in Plymouth-Northville-Ann Arbor area

Last post by Brad Baker « March 25th, 2019, 10:00 am
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by Brian Crabtree » August 20th, 2012, 5:50 am » in Wine Talk

Just moved to Plymouth, Mich. What are recommended shops in the area?

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Last post by Brad Baker
March 25th, 2019, 10:00 am
Third Party Shipping - DTC fulfillment

Last post by BenjaminL « March 25th, 2019, 9:56 am
Posted in Cellar Rats (ITB)
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by Dan R » January 9th, 2019, 12:41 am » in Cellar Rats (ITB)

Hi all,

In advance of #BD10, we're looking to hone our shipping strategy. Who do you work with / recommend as a third party agent? One that doesn't...

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Last post by BenjaminL
March 25th, 2019, 9:56 am
Chester's Anvil - SOLD OUT The last few cases, 63% off!

Last post by Bud Carey « March 25th, 2019, 9:32 am
Posted in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
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by Carole Meredith » January 25th, 2019, 12:08 pm » in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes

Chester's Anvil was a wondrous collaboration among friends and neighbors — Aaron and Claire Pott of Pott Wine and Steve Lagier and Carole Meredith of...

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Last post by Bud Carey
March 25th, 2019, 9:32 am
(Sold)

Last post by BlaineRyanHunt « March 25th, 2019, 9:18 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by BlaineRyanHunt » March 22nd, 2019, 8:34 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

I have two bottles of 2011 Domaine Dujac Echezaux for sale. $290 each, including fed ex ground shipping. Stored in temp-controlled cellar since...

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Last post by BlaineRyanHunt
March 25th, 2019, 9:18 am
Restaurant, Wine Recommendations: Sarlat & Avignon Area

Last post by G. Greenbaum « March 25th, 2019, 8:42 am
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by G. Greenbaum » March 18th, 2019, 11:55 am » in Travel Forum

I'm interested in recommendations for restaurants in and near Avignon. I will have a car so anything worthy within 30k is game. Not interested in...

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Last post by G. Greenbaum
March 25th, 2019, 8:42 am
Seoul, Korea

Last post by Jay Miller « March 25th, 2019, 8:08 am
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by fred o. » March 20th, 2019, 5:37 pm » in Travel Forum

Anyone have firsthand experience with places in Seoul that have interesting wine lists? Or retail selections that might be hard to find in the US?

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Last post by Jay Miller
March 25th, 2019, 8:08 am
FS: Opus One Mag

Last post by Christian Becker « March 25th, 2019, 7:52 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Chris T. » March 22nd, 2019, 7:29 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Hi - I have a magnum of 2012 Opus One in perfect condition for sale.

$550 + shipping

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Last post by Christian Becker
March 25th, 2019, 7:52 am
Grassl Wine Glasses, and a few Zaltos if you need them

Last post by Charles Hetzel « March 25th, 2019, 7:37 am
Posted in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
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by Chris Freemott » January 21st, 2019, 9:15 am » in BerserkerDay 10 Forum (January 27, 2019) #BD10 "the Black Friday of wine commerce" - Forbes
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I have a story to tell but I'll keep it brief. I'm a firm believer that luck is when preparation meets opportunity....
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Last post by Charles Hetzel
March 25th, 2019, 7:37 am
Question about magnum of 1999 Iniskillin Riesling Ice Wine

Last post by Brian Gilp « March 25th, 2019, 7:15 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Danza » March 24th, 2019, 12:04 pm » in Wine Talk

I just acquired a magnum of 1999 Iniskillin Ice Wine. I've never seen this format of ice wine, so I had to get it. The auction said the bottle was...

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Last post by Brian Gilp
March 25th, 2019, 7:15 am
TN: 2012 Il Marroneto Brunello di Montalcino Madonna delle Grazie

Last post by Rob Weaver « March 25th, 2019, 7:07 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Jeremy Holmes » March 20th, 2019, 10:23 pm » in Wine Talk

2012 Il Marroneto Brunello di Montalcino Madonna delle Grazie - Italy, Tuscany, Montalcino, Brunello di Montalcino (3/20/2019)
Beautifully balanced...

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Last post by Rob Weaver
March 25th, 2019, 7:07 am
Buy Every Vintage of X? Why or why not?

Last post by Jay Miller « March 25th, 2019, 6:43 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by R. Frankel » March 23rd, 2019, 3:31 pm » in Wine Talk

With all the hypotheticals being thrown out there, thought I'd add one that's been on my mind.

The question is -- do you buy every vintage of...

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Last post by Jay Miller
March 25th, 2019, 6:43 am
Say you know someone and they only think wine is red...

Last post by kyledorsey « March 25th, 2019, 5:59 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by C. Keller » March 23rd, 2019, 6:35 pm » in Wine Talk

What white wine would you tell that person to try to change their mind? Could be producer or just a region.

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Last post by kyledorsey
March 25th, 2019, 5:59 am
2016 Roumier Musigny for only . . .

Last post by Jim Anderson « March 25th, 2019, 5:03 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by alan weinberg » March 21st, 2019, 12:23 pm » in Wine Talk

$20,002 . . . per bottle—but they only have one. Crazy Burgundy pricing abounds now. Put me on the sidelines, mouth agape.

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Last post by Jim Anderson
March 25th, 2019, 5:03 am
Offered to donate a wine tasting for charity - REJECTED!

Last post by Stephen Pepe « March 25th, 2019, 4:35 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Warren Taranow » March 24th, 2019, 10:55 am » in Wine Talk

We donate at least three wine tastings to charity annually. Typically wine and food for 3 couples (every single time the winners have asked to bring...

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Last post by Stephen Pepe
March 25th, 2019, 4:35 am
great vintage available but bad year for you

Last post by Howard Cooper « March 25th, 2019, 4:32 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by T@ntina A » March 23rd, 2019, 10:29 am » in Wine Talk

Assume there was a great vintage available for your favorite wine. However, during that year you experienced personal hardship/trauma that you would...

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Last post by Howard Cooper
March 25th, 2019, 4:32 am
TN: 2006 Poggio Antico Brunello di Montalcino

Last post by Dennis Atick « March 25th, 2019, 3:11 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Dennis Atick » March 24th, 2019, 1:00 pm » in Wine Talk

2006 Poggio Antico Brunello di Montalcino - Italy, Tuscany, Montalcino, Brunello di Montalcino (3/23/2019)
Reticent nose. Showing rather tight upon...

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Last post by Dennis Atick
March 25th, 2019, 3:11 am
TN: A few 15 burgs

Last post by William Kelley « March 25th, 2019, 12:59 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mich@el Ch@ng » March 24th, 2019, 7:23 pm » in Wine Talk

2015 Barthod Bourgogne “Les Bon Batons”

This is basically village quality Chambolle; and priced accordingly. The vineyard is just outside Chambolle...

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Last post by William Kelley
March 25th, 2019, 12:59 am
San Diego Padres April Mid-Week Tickets

Last post by jeffruggels « March 24th, 2019, 10:07 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by jeffruggels » March 19th, 2019, 5:35 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Anyone in San Diego who wants to check out the team, i have some of my season seats i will not be able to use for mid-week games in April. Seats are...

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Last post by jeffruggels
March 24th, 2019, 10:07 pm
FS 2 bottles Chateau Angelus 2004 from original wood case

Last post by c fu « March 24th, 2019, 9:24 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Jonathan Sirot » March 23rd, 2019, 3:52 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Need to sell off a few bottles of wine which I bought on release and make room for about 7 cases of wine blocking my hallway and are hard to walk...

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Last post by c fu
March 24th, 2019, 9:24 pm
Good Ale Spot San Francisco?

Last post by Terry H a r r i s « March 24th, 2019, 9:17 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Terry H a r r i s » March 23rd, 2019, 10:00 pm » in Beer and Spirits

Meeting up with a friend for a concert in May, staying downtown (Nob Hill). Are there any really good brew pubs you guys recommend? We don't mind...

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Last post by Terry H a r r i s
March 24th, 2019, 9:17 pm
The Garagiste Thread (The Great Enabler) Back to Life

Last post by Sean_S « March 24th, 2019, 8:40 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Yoni O v a d i a » January 27th, 2009, 1:38 pm » in Wine Talk
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Someone else started on the last Berserker forum, so I figured I'd get it going over here....

Anyone biting on the 2004 Le Ragnaie Brunello di...
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Last post by Sean_S
March 24th, 2019, 8:40 pm
2009 Haut Bailly: Reports of my death are an exaggeration

Last post by David Glasser « March 24th, 2019, 6:42 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by David Glasser » March 24th, 2019, 4:47 pm » in Wine Talk

Reports of oxidation and/or premature aging of some 2009s, including the Haut Bailly, from Neal Martin and others at the recent Farr Vintners 2009...

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March 24th, 2019, 6:42 pm

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