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de Negoce offer

Last post by Sherri S h a p i r o « September 24th, 2020, 5:08 am
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by Len Stevens » April 30th, 2020, 8:14 am » in Wine Talk
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Only $120 case for Napa fruit plus shipping? I'm in for a case...not much risk....
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Last post by Sherri S h a p i r o
September 24th, 2020, 5:08 am
What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?

Last post by EvanLodes « September 24th, 2020, 5:02 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 EvanLodes
September 24th, 2020, 5:02 am
$1 per ton 2020 mt Veeder cab grapes for sale

Last post by davidlown « September 24th, 2020, 4:54 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brent S » September 23rd, 2020, 7:10 pm » in Wine Talk

So sad. But if anyone wants to go in with me, we can make the berserkers 2020 Napa Smokey cuvée. Just need a winemaker and some used barrels. Grapes...

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Last post by davidlown
September 24th, 2020, 4:54 am
Tasting notes on Northern California’s 2020 vintage in 2022

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « September 24th, 2020, 4:30 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Ben M a n d l e r » September 23rd, 2020, 8:21 pm » in Wine Talk

It’s been a rough harvest and we’ve still a long way to go. I’ve been hearing a lot of people say that they won’t be buying 2020 wines from...

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Last post by D@vid Bu3ker
September 24th, 2020, 4:30 am
TN: 2016 Hofgut Falkenstein Niedermenniger Herrenberg Riesling Kabinett feinherb

Last post by MichaelLee « September 24th, 2020, 4:26 am
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by D@vid Bu3ker » September 23rd, 2020, 4:43 pm » in Wine Talk

2016 Hofgut Falkenstein Niedermenniger Herrenberg Riesling Kabinett feinherb - Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer (9/23/2020)
Impeccable balance, vibrant...

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Last post by MichaelLee
September 24th, 2020, 4:26 am
William & Mary - September 22nd!

Last post by Christine Courtney « September 24th, 2020, 4:25 am
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by joejolesch » September 15th, 2020, 9:41 am » in Wine Talk
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Just hit my inbox! Shifflett Ranch, Proprietary Red, and new Napa Valley designation drop next week at 9a PST Tuesday, 9/22. So excited for this one!
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Last post by Christine Courtney
September 24th, 2020, 4:25 am
Suggestions on serving 1965 Mayacamus?

Last post by Bdklein « September 24th, 2020, 4:19 am
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by HoosJustinG » September 23rd, 2020, 11:12 am » in Wine Talk

Thinking of bringing this to a wine dinner for some post-dinner merriment (classic Napa vs BDX dinner but we’re focusing on 90s/00s, so this is just...

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Last post by Bdklein
September 24th, 2020, 4:19 am
TN - 2010 Von Schubert Maximin Grünhäuser Abtsberg Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese - celebrating 25 years of tasting wine!

Last post by Nicos Neocleous « September 24th, 2020, 4:07 am
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by Tom Reddick » September 23rd, 2020, 8:21 pm » in Wine Talk

Good evening everyone,

COVID has thwarted yet another life milestone that would have merited a party, but with a little careful thinking- my 25th...

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Last post by Nicos Neocleous
September 24th, 2020, 4:07 am
Okanagan (Western Canadian) Superlative Wines

Last post by Scott Brunson « September 24th, 2020, 3:34 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Sean Corbett » July 3rd, 2020, 12:51 am » in Wine Talk

There are a few Okanagan wines worth a look. Though far fewer than our tourism industry would have you believe.

In the $20-$50 USD range we have...

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Last post by Scott Brunson
September 24th, 2020, 3:34 am
Allocations Ranked Against Each Other

Last post by Scott Brunson « September 24th, 2020, 3:29 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Matthew P » September 23rd, 2020, 3:10 pm » in Wine Talk

Apologize for just another allocation thread, but wondered what some more knowledgeable viewpoints might be on several allocations I'm currently...

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Last post by Scott Brunson
September 24th, 2020, 3:29 am
wine.com delivery fail

Last post by Dennis Atick « September 24th, 2020, 3:11 am
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by Nicholas C » September 10th, 2020, 8:01 pm » in Wine Talk
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Made 6 separate purchases over summer from wine.com and all are on hold until mid-November.

To my surprise one of the purchases, 3 bottles of...
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Last post by Dennis Atick
September 24th, 2020, 3:11 am
TN: 2016 Haden Fig Freedom Hill PN

Last post by Dennis Atick « September 24th, 2020, 3:03 am
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by Mich@el Ch@ng » September 23rd, 2020, 7:26 pm » in Wine Talk

Random bottle I got from envoyer awhile back. Very nice drink, difficult to distinguish from burg blind. Nice red fruits on the palate with nice...

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Last post by Dennis Atick
September 24th, 2020, 3:03 am
Your goto dry rub recipe?

Last post by dcornutt « September 24th, 2020, 2:15 am
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by B. Buzzini » September 22nd, 2020, 5:01 pm » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

Pork baby b's to be more specific.

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Last post by dcornutt
September 24th, 2020, 2:15 am
What would your classification of Loire reds be?

Last post by Julian Marshall « September 24th, 2020, 12:57 am
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by Julian Marshall » January 20th, 2020, 8:20 am » in Wine Talk
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There has never been a classification of Loire wines and there probably never will be, which is just as well for our wallets. I chose reds, rather...
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Last post by Julian Marshall
September 24th, 2020, 12:57 am
2020 West Coast Weather and Farming Thread

Last post by Sean Devaney « September 23rd, 2020, 11:38 pm
Posted in Cellar Rats (ITB)
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by Merrill Lindquist » January 1st, 2020, 3:08 pm » in Cellar Rats (ITB)
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Just got in from my New Year's Eve celebration, was poking around the Board, and realized we needed a new thread for the new year. Happy New Year to...
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Last post by Sean Devaney
September 23rd, 2020, 11:38 pm
TN: LdH Viña Gravonia 2011-1993 vertical

Last post by Otto Forsberg « September 23rd, 2020, 11:36 pm
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by Otto Forsberg » September 23rd, 2020, 2:14 am » in Wine Talk

The singular wines of R. López de Heredia seem to get their fair share of attention in this forum, but while most seem to love the classic,...

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Last post by Otto Forsberg
September 23rd, 2020, 11:36 pm
Weirdest bottle you've consumed during the pandemic?

Last post by EricJ « September 23rd, 2020, 11:14 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Geoff F. » September 23rd, 2020, 10:10 pm » in Wine Talk

I've been consuming treat yourself bottles a little more frequently during the pandemic, but I've also been seeking out curiosities and off-the-wall...

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Last post by EricJ
September 23rd, 2020, 11:14 pm
TN: 2014 Pégau - Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Réservée (France, Rhône, Southern Rhône, Châteauneuf-du-Pape)

Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m « September 23rd, 2020, 11:06 pm
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by Brian G r a f s t r o m » September 17th, 2019, 12:39 pm » in Wine Talk

2014 Domaine du Pégau Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Réservée - France, Rhône, Southern Rhône, Châteauneuf-du-Pape (8/29/2019)
-- decanted 1.5 hours...

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Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m
September 23rd, 2020, 11:06 pm
Moving to Seattle area: Recommendations for wine shops, tasting rooms, wineries to visit?

Last post by Chuck Miller « September 23rd, 2020, 10:28 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by IanY » August 30th, 2020, 9:55 am » in Wine Talk
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Moving from San Francisco to Seattle area and would love to hear of your favorite places to buy, drink, and taste.

I grew up in Bellevue/Renton but...
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Last post by Chuck Miller
September 23rd, 2020, 10:28 pm
Retailer Check: Invino.com

Last post by Geoff F. « September 23rd, 2020, 9:46 pm
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by K N Haque » September 22nd, 2020, 2:28 pm » in Wine Talk

Anyone had relatively recent experience with Invino? I found a full older threads complaining about likely improperly stored wines from them, but...

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Last post by Geoff F.
September 23rd, 2020, 9:46 pm
JasonHaas Blog: Syrah's Wild Ride in Calif....

Last post by Paul Gordon « September 23rd, 2020, 9:43 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by TomHill » September 22nd, 2020, 4:14 pm » in Wine Talk

JasonHaas has a very nice blog post on the trial & tribulations of Syrah over the yrs:
JasonBlog: Syrah's Wild Ride....

It's much the same story...

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Last post by Paul Gordon
September 23rd, 2020, 9:43 pm
TN: 2017 Alain Graillot Crozes-Hermitage

Last post by CraigT « September 23rd, 2020, 9:39 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Kent Comley » September 8th, 2020, 4:04 pm » in Wine Talk

This wine has a bit of a cult following in Australia and is not easy to procure, but given the current lock down in Victoria, some wines are easier...

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Last post by CraigT
September 23rd, 2020, 9:39 pm
Which Producer other than...

Last post by emile bond « September 23rd, 2020, 9:29 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by emile bond » September 23rd, 2020, 8:08 pm » in Wine Talk

Faiveley owns both Musigny and La Combe d’Orveau 1er Cru?

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Last post by emile bond
September 23rd, 2020, 9:29 pm
Which is your favorite German brewed Marzen Oktoberfest bier?

Last post by K.C0LBURN « September 23rd, 2020, 9:28 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Steven Miller » September 19th, 2020, 4:55 pm » in Beer and Spirits

It's that time of year. Which ones are you stocking up on?

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Last post by K.C0LBURN
September 23rd, 2020, 9:28 pm
2018 Red Burgs - time to crack a few!

Last post by Jeremy Holmes « September 23rd, 2020, 9:20 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Kent Comley » September 10th, 2020, 12:27 am » in Wine Talk
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It looks to be a pretty strong vintage with good ripeness and fleshy wines.

Here's one to start the ball rolling.

2018 Forey Pere et Fils...
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Last post by Jeremy Holmes
September 23rd, 2020, 9:20 pm
TN: 2017 A. et P. de Villaine Rully 1er Cru Gresigny Blanc

Last post by Jeremy Holmes « September 23rd, 2020, 9:19 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Jeremy Holmes » September 23rd, 2020, 9:19 pm » in Wine Talk

A wisp of smoke and plenty of ripe orchard fruits to the aroma. There's some honeysuckle too. It is full and rich, with a sappy feel and fresh...

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Last post by Jeremy Holmes
September 23rd, 2020, 9:19 pm
How did you start your wine collection/cellar?

Last post by G. Keeler « September 23rd, 2020, 9:16 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by G. Curd » September 19th, 2020, 8:03 am » in Wine Talk
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I am fairly new into cellaring wines. By this I mean putting wine down in a professional wine fridge for long term storage. I was wondering how other...
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Last post by G. Keeler
September 23rd, 2020, 9:16 pm
TN: 2016 Young Hagen Pinot Noir Riddle Vineyard

Last post by Brian Tuite « September 23rd, 2020, 9:14 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Brian Tuite » September 23rd, 2020, 9:14 pm » in Wine Talk

Was fortunate enough to taste the ‘14 and ‘15 vintages of this wine a couple years back at Mending Wall alongside a slew of Rivers Marie wines when...

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Last post by Brian Tuite
September 23rd, 2020, 9:14 pm
Links redirecting to wine.com

Last post by AndyK « September 23rd, 2020, 9:06 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Doug Schulman » September 11th, 2020, 5:42 am » in Wine Talk

Is anyone else getting redirected to intermediaries and then instantly to wine.com from links on this site? I’m on ios with Chrome. It has happened...

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Last post by AndyK
September 23rd, 2020, 9:06 pm
What Mike Smith wine are you drinking tonight?

Last post by scotteisner « September 23rd, 2020, 8:49 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian Tuite » March 30th, 2015, 9:41 pm » in Wine Talk
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Well, why not?

It's my Step-daughter's birthday today and we had her over for dinner so I popped a special wine. Yeah we were having tacos but I...
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Last post by scotteisner
September 23rd, 2020, 8:49 pm
Steak Porn

Last post by Andrew Kotowski « September 23rd, 2020, 8:03 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by Bill Tex Landreth » January 27th, 2009, 12:18 pm » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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Last post by Andrew Kotowski
September 23rd, 2020, 8:03 pm
So let's compare 1996 Rousseau Chambertin and Chambertin close de Beze, and some other stuff

Last post by emile bond « September 23rd, 2020, 8:02 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by john stimson » September 23rd, 2020, 11:31 am » in Wine Talk

Last night we had the unique (at least for me) chance to compare these two amazing Rousseau wines side to side, plus sharing a number of other...

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Last post by emile bond
September 23rd, 2020, 8:02 pm
Blanton’s Black & Gold Bourbon

Last post by David Kaufman « September 23rd, 2020, 7:36 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by David Kaufman » September 18th, 2020, 7:14 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Have 2 bottles of Blanton’s Black Japan-only release bourbon plus 2 bottles of Blanton’s Gold.

Few different dump dates and letter combinations...

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Last post by David Kaufman
September 23rd, 2020, 7:36 pm
Riesling geeks, what glassware do you use?

Last post by Andrew K. « September 23rd, 2020, 7:36 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian S t o t t e r » September 22nd, 2020, 8:32 pm » in Wine Talk

Up until earlier this year, I had been using the Zalto Universal as I find this glass shows riesling quite well and it was in most of the wineries'...

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Last post by Andrew K.
September 23rd, 2020, 7:36 pm
The Garagiste Thread (The Great Enabler) Back to Life

Last post by Jonah P « September 23rd, 2020, 7:18 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 Jonah P
September 23rd, 2020, 7:18 pm
I don’t trust my Coravin anymore

Last post by Rohit B « September 23rd, 2020, 7:02 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Flanagan » September 17th, 2020, 6:28 pm » in Wine Talk
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Bottles leaking through the cork (maybe my fault in some cases for putting them horizontally too quickly, but some corks just don’t seal after a few...
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Last post by Rohit B
September 23rd, 2020, 7:02 pm
Recommend Bordeaux Blancs?

Last post by Vince T « September 23rd, 2020, 6:47 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Anthony C » September 21st, 2020, 1:09 pm » in Wine Talk

Hi all,
We enjoyed a very good 1990 Bordeaux blanc from Pessac-Leognan over the weekend (TN: ). I kinda wrote off sauv blanc for a variety of...

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Last post by Vince T
September 23rd, 2020, 6:47 pm
Robert Dentice - German Wine's Radical Love Machine

Last post by Brent C l a y t o n « September 23rd, 2020, 6:36 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian S t o t t e r » September 22nd, 2020, 7:22 am » in Wine Talk

Saw this on Robert soilpimp Dentice's IG this morning. Fun interview about how he got into German wine and what projects are going on right now,...

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Last post by Brent C l a y t o n
September 23rd, 2020, 6:36 pm
TN: 2005 Le Vieux Donjon Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Last post by Kris Patten « September 23rd, 2020, 6:28 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by B. Buzzini » September 23rd, 2020, 4:09 pm » in Wine Talk

2005 Le Vieux Donjon Châteauneuf-du-Pape - France, Rhône, Southern Rhône, Châteauneuf-du-Pape (9/23/2020)
Fantastic red berry fruits...kirsch...

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Last post by Kris Patten
September 23rd, 2020, 6:28 pm
Low on daily drinkers...Best QPR wines available online today

Last post by Arv R « September 23rd, 2020, 6:06 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by AdamK » September 19th, 2015, 2:28 pm » in Wine Talk
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Starting to get a little low on my daily drinkers.

Looking for a few suggestions for some QPR's available online today...

Please, if possible, list...
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Last post by Arv R
September 23rd, 2020, 6:06 pm
Smoke taint 2020...

Last post by blarmston « September 23rd, 2020, 5:54 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by B. Buzzini » August 20th, 2020, 6:14 pm » in Wine Talk
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How long does it take? Here in the Central Valley Ca. we've had a layer of smoke and ash for the last couple days now...pretty heavy as you can see...
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Last post by blarmston
September 23rd, 2020, 5:54 pm
Retailers' e-mails that caused me to guffaw

Last post by Jim Stewart « September 23rd, 2020, 5:48 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Morris » September 21st, 2020, 5:02 pm » in Wine Talk
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Let me kick off with this from Ian McFadden at Crush this week:

Today, I'm happy to offer Coche-Dury's 2015 Bourgogne Aligoté for $199.95 , the...
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Last post by Jim Stewart
September 23rd, 2020, 5:48 pm
Underrated Burgundy Vintages

Last post by Yao C « September 23rd, 2020, 5:44 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Mich@el Ch@ng » September 17th, 2020, 5:55 am » in Wine Talk
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What will we see as underrated in time?

For me: 07, 12, 14, 17
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Last post by Yao C
September 23rd, 2020, 5:44 pm
New home construction wine cellar

Last post by alan weinberg « September 23rd, 2020, 5:37 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by C. Heinsen » September 23rd, 2020, 6:52 am » in Wine Talk

I am curious if anyone on this board has experience building a small wine cellar into a new construction home and whether it is more cost efficient...

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Last post by alan weinberg
September 23rd, 2020, 5:37 pm
What bottle of wine did you open today?

Last post by AD Northup « September 23rd, 2020, 5:32 pm
Posted 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 AD Northup
September 23rd, 2020, 5:32 pm
WineAccess Thread - Wines, Tasting Notes, Deals, etc.

Last post by Peter C. « September 23rd, 2020, 5:22 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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Figured I'd start a thread unless there's one out there so we're not ruining the fun within the de Negoce thread. I'm also lazy and searching the...
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Last post by Peter C.
September 23rd, 2020, 5:22 pm
Any recommended Wine Clubs for more novice drinkers?

Last post by scott davis « September 23rd, 2020, 5:18 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Kevin Patrick » September 21st, 2020, 7:25 am » in Wine Talk

I'd imagine most of this crowd gets their wine direct from the winery but I occasionally am asked about recommended Wine Clubs for more novice...

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Last post by scott davis
September 23rd, 2020, 5:18 pm
Basil Pesto Wine Pairing of the Week

Last post by Barry L i p t o n « September 23rd, 2020, 5:03 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by Jim Stewart » July 3rd, 2020, 11:13 am » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

We have been growing basil in our garden for many years and this year we have an especially big crop. We use it to make pesto and we expect to be...

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Last post by Barry L i p t o n
September 23rd, 2020, 5:03 pm
Which Champagne are you drinking?

Last post by B. Buzzini « September 23rd, 2020, 5:01 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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Seems like this might be a good thread for the bubbleheads here.

I'll start it with three

2004 Jacquesson Champ Cain - love this, deep Chardonnay...
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Last post by B. Buzzini
September 23rd, 2020, 5:01 pm
Vegas auction house or seller?

Last post by Matt Latuchie « September 23rd, 2020, 4:42 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Degarmo.j » September 22nd, 2020, 2:29 pm » in Wine Talk

Trying to find a auction house or reseller for some wine a friend is trying to sell. I’ve tried googling and haven’t found anything and wondering if...

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Last post by Matt Latuchie
September 23rd, 2020, 4:42 pm
TN: 2009 Williams Selyem Zinfandel Papera Vineyard

Last post by Chris Johnson « September 23rd, 2020, 4:40 pm
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by M. Dildine » September 23rd, 2020, 4:26 pm » in Wine Talk

2009 Williams Selyem Zinfandel Papera Vineyard - USA, California, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley (9/23/2020)
14.7% abv. Medium ruby,...

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Last post by Chris Johnson
September 23rd, 2020, 4:40 pm
What Goodfellow/Matello are you drinking?

Last post by Bob Hughes « September 23rd, 2020, 4:10 pm
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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 Bob Hughes
September 23rd, 2020, 4:10 pm
LTB: Anderson's Conn Valley Reserve Cabernet - 2005, 2007, 2008

Last post by AD Northup « September 23rd, 2020, 4:09 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Frank Drazka » September 21st, 2020, 10:51 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Looking to buy up to a case at a reasonable price. Local preferred to avoid shipping.

PM offers!

Cheers!

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Last post by AD Northup
September 23rd, 2020, 4:09 pm
08` Cristal and 96` Williams Selyem Allen Pinot

Last post by Clayton Wai-Poi « September 23rd, 2020, 3:30 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Blake Brown » September 22nd, 2020, 8:51 am » in Wine Talk

To celebrate the lovely woman, we enjoyed another wonderful dinner at our local fav, the Stonehouse restaurant located in the classic luxury resort,...

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Last post by Clayton Wai-Poi
September 23rd, 2020, 3:30 pm
Zoom event w/Rioja producer Javier Arizcuren 9/23

Last post by GregT « September 23rd, 2020, 3:25 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Greg Kramer » September 16th, 2020, 7:03 am » in Wine Talk

Javier Arizcuren is a reactionary rebel, championing the truly indigenous varieties of Rioja Baja (or Oriental). So, instead of Tempranillo, he works...

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Last post by GregT
September 23rd, 2020, 3:25 pm
TN: 2016 Martin Müllen Trarbacher Hühnerberg Riesling Spätlese trocken ** '3te Terrasse'

Last post by Brian S t o t t e r « September 23rd, 2020, 3:22 pm
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by Brian S t o t t e r » September 23rd, 2020, 3:04 pm » in Wine Talk

2016 Martin Müllen Trarbacher Hühnerberg Riesling Spätlese trocken ** '3te Terrasse' - Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer (9/23/2020)
Poured into a Zalto...

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Last post by Brian S t o t t e r
September 23rd, 2020, 3:22 pm
2018 Harlan Estate + 2017 Harlan Maiden

Last post by markjchambers « September 23rd, 2020, 3:15 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Frank Z » September 22nd, 2020, 10:51 am » in Wine Talk

First time receiving an offer from such a “cult” winery... Not surprised by the price, but just wanted an opinion from people - are the new Harlan...

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Last post by markjchambers
September 23rd, 2020, 3:15 pm
The Bourbon Thread

Last post by Kelly Walker « September 23rd, 2020, 3:09 pm
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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 Kelly Walker
September 23rd, 2020, 3:09 pm
Giacomo Fenocchio Barolo

Last post by F.Daner « September 23rd, 2020, 2:51 pm
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by Billbell » September 22nd, 2020, 10:38 am » in Wine Talk

Does anyone have any familiarity with these wines and how they age? I'm thinking of buying the 16s but don't have any personal experience with the...

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Last post by F.Daner
September 23rd, 2020, 2:51 pm
TN: 2001 Arcadian Pinot Noir Pisoni Vineyard

Last post by Dennis Atick « September 23rd, 2020, 2:31 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Doug Lee » May 13th, 2017, 8:34 am » in Wine Talk

2001 Arcadian Pinot Noir Pisoni Vineyard - USA, California, Central Coast, Santa Lucia Highlands (5/13/2017)
Red ruby color. Full-blown nose of...

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Last post by Dennis Atick
September 23rd, 2020, 2:31 pm
Post your favorite wine "autocorrects"

Last post by Jayson Cohen « September 23rd, 2020, 1:59 pm
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by Brian S t o t t e r » September 12th, 2020, 10:37 am » in Wine Talk

Was texting with David Dyroff about buying some Hofgut Falkenstein, who mentioned a particular retailer had the speed laser find Herb (spatlese...

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Last post by Jayson Cohen
September 23rd, 2020, 1:59 pm
What Cigar or Pipe Are You Smoking?

Last post by Jason Hagen « September 23rd, 2020, 1:57 pm
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by Jason Hagen » November 26th, 2014, 1:53 pm » in Beer and Spirits
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Figured this might be the best sub forum to ask that question. There is a rather slow not to informative thread on CT but I thought I'd see if people...
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Last post by Jason Hagen
September 23rd, 2020, 1:57 pm
New house, new wine room, cooling questions!

Last post by Mike Davila « September 23rd, 2020, 1:29 pm
Posted in Wine 101: The Basics
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by JeffMG » September 18th, 2020, 6:36 am » in Wine 101: The Basics

Hi all, I appreciate in my last post you put at ease my concerns about locating my wine room next to my media room. Now, I have to make decisions on...

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Last post by Mike Davila
September 23rd, 2020, 1:29 pm
2016 Biggio Hamina Cellars Claygate vineyard Pinot noir

Last post by Todd Hamina « September 23rd, 2020, 1:22 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Todd Hamina » September 14th, 2020, 11:00 am » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

We are getting close to shipping season again, and with all the craziness here in Oregon there isn't much to do outside... So I thought I would make...

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Last post by Todd Hamina
September 23rd, 2020, 1:22 pm
New York City Restaurants

Last post by Jay Miller « September 23rd, 2020, 1:19 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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by Robert Dentice » February 5th, 2014, 1:50 pm » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
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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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Last post by Jay Miller
September 23rd, 2020, 1:19 pm
FS: Wine and War (book)

Last post by Ken B r o w n « September 23rd, 2020, 1:19 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Ken B r o w n » September 22nd, 2020, 11:17 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Wine and War: The French, the Nazis, and the Battle for France's Greatest Treasure by Donald Kladstrup
Condition of the book: Used - Good to Very...

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Last post by Ken B r o w n
September 23rd, 2020, 1:19 pm
SF Bay Area Tasting / Study Group

Last post by GregP « September 23rd, 2020, 12:56 pm
Posted in Offline Planner
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by Christian Obermanns » November 8th, 2018, 12:48 pm » in Offline Planner

I'm looking to start or possibly join an existing tasting group for the purposes of WSET / Guild of Sommeliers rank advancement and also just for...

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Last post by GregP
September 23rd, 2020, 12:56 pm
Tement - Any fans?

Last post by AndyK « September 23rd, 2020, 12:26 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Robert M yers » September 21st, 2020, 7:29 pm » in Wine Talk

I’ve read snippets about the winery over the years, so I took a flyer on 3/4 case (mostly Sauvignon Blanc but a couple Chardonnay) Does anybody have...

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Last post by AndyK
September 23rd, 2020, 12:26 pm
Discussion of 2001 Red Burgs

Last post by Larry Link « September 23rd, 2020, 12:08 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Kevin Harvey » April 29th, 2012, 7:06 pm » in Wine Talk
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I thought it might be interesting to hear about other's recent experience with this vintage. I have had fabulous drinking from many '01s starting...
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Last post by Larry Link
September 23rd, 2020, 12:08 pm
Need a cheap built in wine fridge for kitchen island

Last post by John S « September 23rd, 2020, 11:53 am
Posted in Wine Pimps
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by J3ff S@g@n » September 23rd, 2020, 8:13 am » in Wine Pimps

I need a cheapy (hold 30 bottles or less) for a vacation property. It won't be used / full all that often.

Any recs?

Thx

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Last post by John S
September 23rd, 2020, 11:53 am
Santa Clara & San Benito Wine Heritage

Last post by Drew Goin « September 23rd, 2020, 11:44 am
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by Drew Goin » June 7th, 2016, 10:35 pm » in Wine Talk
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I have a strong interest in the history and culture of wine growing and making in the Santa Clara and San Benito areas.

Often (in my mind) the...
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Last post by Drew Goin
September 23rd, 2020, 11:44 am
TN: 2007 Arcadian Jill’s Cuvée Pinot Noir

Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m « September 23rd, 2020, 11:44 am
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by Jud Reis » October 6th, 2019, 3:12 pm » in Wine Talk

Beautiful nose of underbrush, roses, and bright cherry fruit. Richer and more opulent than most Arcadians, with lovely sweet red fruit with good...

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Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m
September 23rd, 2020, 11:44 am
It's critic bingo! (Dept. of Neologisms)

Last post by John Morris « September 23rd, 2020, 11:32 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by John Morris » April 13th, 2017, 10:41 am » in Wine Talk
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Pity the poor wine critic. So many wines, so few words.

The problem was brought home by this blurb in one of those e-mails:

The 2012 Barolo...
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Last post by John Morris
September 23rd, 2020, 11:32 am
Order reneged: getwineonline

Last post by Mike C. « September 23rd, 2020, 11:31 am
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by alan weinberg » September 22nd, 2020, 8:19 am » in Wine Talk

Order acknowledged Sep 5. Noted that credit card not charged till shipped. Today they reneged, more than 2 weeks later. Cross this store off the...

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Last post by Mike C.
September 23rd, 2020, 11:31 am
Cult Napa Cabs for Sale- Scarecrow, Dalla Valle Maya Hundred Acre and Bryant

Last post by Tony Jones « September 23rd, 2020, 10:46 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Tony Jones » August 11th, 2020, 7:55 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Parting with a few of my cult Napa Cabs. Been trimming down my wine holdings and transitioning into Whiskey. All my wines have been stored in my wine...

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Last post by Tony Jones
September 23rd, 2020, 10:46 am
TN: 2018 Walter Scott Cuvée Anne Chardonnay

Last post by Sean S y d n e y « September 23rd, 2020, 10:43 am
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by Sean S y d n e y » September 22nd, 2020, 5:15 pm » in Wine Talk

The nose is smoky and flinty in the modern style of white Burgundy from good producers, and there's also a really attractive salted caramel-covered...

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Last post by Sean S y d n e y
September 23rd, 2020, 10:43 am
2012 Peter Lauer „Schonfels„ Fass 11 GG

Last post by Barry L i p t o n « September 23rd, 2020, 10:40 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Martin Zwick » September 22nd, 2020, 12:51 am » in Wine Talk

2012 Peter Lauer „Schonfels„ Fass 11 GG

What a beauty. Such subtle, sublime, delicate with a strong floral attitude and in the finish a juicy...

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Last post by Barry L i p t o n
September 23rd, 2020, 10:40 am
The way too early look at 2020 in Willamette Valley

Last post by Todd Hamina « September 23rd, 2020, 10:11 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Marcus Goodfellow » July 15th, 2020, 8:33 pm » in Wine Talk
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I feel like I’ve been spending a lot of time on contrarian posts lately, and thought I would try to improve my karma by posting some photos and...
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Last post by Todd Hamina
September 23rd, 2020, 10:11 am
Latest Wine Spectator Issue

Last post by Marshall Manning « September 23rd, 2020, 9:47 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Romain Machacek » September 20th, 2020, 2:18 pm » in Wine Talk

I just received the latest Wine Spectator in the mail. It includes reviews for Washington wine by Tim Fish. Notably absent were reviews for Quilceda...

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Last post by Marshall Manning
September 23rd, 2020, 9:47 am
FS: Mag of 17 Thomas *Reduced*

Last post by Tyler Rico « September 23rd, 2020, 9:26 am
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Tyler Rico » September 16th, 2020, 1:23 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

Few burgs/pinot for sale. Shipping cost and risk is on the buyer, can accept paypal and venmo. Weather is cooling so a shipping window should be open...

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Last post by Tyler Rico
September 23rd, 2020, 9:26 am
Which is your favorite US brewed Octoberfest Marzen?

Last post by Matthew Brown « September 23rd, 2020, 8:15 am
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Steven Miller » September 19th, 2020, 5:03 pm » in Beer and Spirits

I likely missed your favorite. If others feel I dissed your favorite, please reply and I will create a second poll.

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Last post by Matthew Brown
September 23rd, 2020, 8:15 am
Is there a better Halloween wine than EMH Black Cat ?

Last post by Merrill Lindquist « September 23rd, 2020, 7:20 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by F.Daner » October 31st, 2019, 11:21 am » in Wine Talk

Not in my cellar

2009 EMH Black Cat open and in the decanter. Already smells wonderful.

What are you drinking tonight ?

Happy Halloween...

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Last post by Merrill Lindquist
September 23rd, 2020, 7:20 am
The Next MACDONALD?

Last post by Brian Tuite « September 23rd, 2020, 7:16 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by blarmston » September 26th, 2018, 4:59 pm » in Wine Talk
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Lots of talk and love recently on this board for MACDONALD, and with good reason- the wine and the story and the people are awesome.

It got me to...
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Last post by Brian Tuite
September 23rd, 2020, 7:16 am
2018 Sonoma getting high praise from Jeb Dunnuck

Last post by Philip G « September 23rd, 2020, 7:07 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian Tuite » May 22nd, 2020, 6:54 am » in Wine Talk

He is pondering it being the best vintage ever for Pinot Noir in Sonoma County. Wow!

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Last post by Philip G
September 23rd, 2020, 7:07 am
Winery Visits Near Bedrock?

Last post by Karen Troisi « September 23rd, 2020, 6:37 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Benjamin Hand » September 8th, 2020, 3:49 pm » in Wine Talk

Having recently moved to the Bay Area, I'm finally going to make it to Bedrock for a tasting on the 17th of September. I'd like to try and schedule...

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Last post by Karen Troisi
September 23rd, 2020, 6:37 am
Turley 2018 Fall Release

Last post by Mark Morrissette « September 23rd, 2020, 6:22 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Gabe Berk » August 25th, 2020, 8:24 am » in Wine Talk

Just came out. Very excited to try some of these wines as I have heard for quite some time that the 2018's are incredible across the board. From...

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Last post by Mark Morrissette
September 23rd, 2020, 6:22 am
Bevan 2018 Bordeaux Release

Last post by blarmston « September 23rd, 2020, 5:47 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Gabe Berk » June 3rd, 2020, 12:01 pm » in Wine Talk

2018 is going to be a pretty exceptional vintage for Napa Cabernet. Russell Bevan's release opened up today. One of the better deals that I've been...

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Last post by blarmston
September 23rd, 2020, 5:47 am
PSA: Schloss Lieser Doctor on WineBid

Last post by dvansteenderen « September 23rd, 2020, 2:40 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Brian S t o t t e r » September 22nd, 2020, 5:14 am » in Wine Talk

I just saw that WineBid has 5 bottles of 2017 Schloss Lieser Bernkasteler Doctor Spätlese listed for auction this week. However, the pictures don’t...

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Last post by dvansteenderen
September 23rd, 2020, 2:40 am
Anyone tried any of these recently?

Last post by dvansteenderen « September 23rd, 2020, 2:30 am
Posted in Wine Talk
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by dvansteenderen » September 22nd, 2020, 2:08 pm » in Wine Talk

Thinking of buying these wines below for my personal cellar (to drink over the coming year).

So I was wondering if anyone tried any of these wines...

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Last post by dvansteenderen
September 23rd, 2020, 2:30 am
What BEER are you drinking?

Last post by Brian G r a f s t r o m « September 23rd, 2020, 12:26 am
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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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
September 23rd, 2020, 12:26 am
Bourbon - Need advice

Last post by Ken B r o w n « September 22nd, 2020, 10:51 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by Dale Bowers » July 8th, 2020, 7:23 am » in Beer and Spirits

What to get a bottle of Bourbon for my friend's upcoming birthday. He drinks Woodford Reserve as a daily drinker. Anything suggestions for something...

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Last post by Ken B r o w n
September 22nd, 2020, 10:51 pm
TN: 2018 Tatomer Riesling Steinhugel (USA, California, Central Coast, Santa Maria Valley)

Last post by Nathan Smyth « September 22nd, 2020, 10:01 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Adam Frisch » July 22nd, 2020, 7:35 pm » in Wine Talk

2018 Tatomer Riesling Steinhugel - USA, California, Central Coast, Santa Maria Valley (7/22/2020)
Green things on the nose, but edging towards...

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Last post by Nathan Smyth
September 22nd, 2020, 10:01 pm
WTF happened to my scotch?

Last post by Paul Fountain « September 22nd, 2020, 9:34 pm
Posted in Beer and Spirits
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by john stimson » September 15th, 2020, 10:02 pm » in Beer and Spirits

I've been distracted by Bourbon and Rye and other such things in recent times, but when I return to try to find a decent basic scotch, they all seem...

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Last post by Paul Fountain
September 22nd, 2020, 9:34 pm
Another Best Pizza List

Last post by Andy Steinman « September 22nd, 2020, 9:33 pm
Posted in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
Replies: 13
by Joe Abruzzo » September 17th, 2020, 12:32 pm » in Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes

The Daily Meal printed their top 101 Pizzas in America. Won't say it's accurate and undoubtedly will have left out many people's favorites, but...

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Last post by Andy Steinman
September 22nd, 2020, 9:33 pm
Couple of fancy-schmancy PN's: Ceritas, Patricia Green, Failla

Last post by Adam Frisch « September 22nd, 2020, 8:36 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by Adam Frisch » September 22nd, 2020, 10:45 am » in Wine Talk

I've not drunk that much PN recently, but our fellow hunkering-down neighbors invited us for a roasted chicken and I thought it was a good...

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Last post by Adam Frisch
September 22nd, 2020, 8:36 pm
Question on Eurocave Placement

Last post by EricJ « September 22nd, 2020, 8:29 pm
Posted in Wine Talk
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by EricJ » September 19th, 2020, 1:36 pm » in Wine Talk

I'm getting ready to purchase a Artevnio III and I'm trying to figure out where I'm going to put it. I have two options and neither of them are...

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Last post by EricJ
September 22nd, 2020, 8:29 pm
Six pack low-dosage champagnes

Last post by Andrew M « September 22nd, 2020, 7:55 pm
Posted in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds
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by Andrew M » September 19th, 2020, 1:09 pm » in Commerce Corner - Wine Classifieds

WS Low / Sell For
2014 Marguet Crayeres 100 / 80
NV Georges Laval Cumieres 98 / 60
2013 Marie Courtin Allegeance 154 / 80
2014 Marie Courtin...

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Last post by Andrew M
September 22nd, 2020, 7:55 pm
A Few Recent Tastes XXVIII

Last post by Marc_Hanes « September 22nd, 2020, 6:57 pm
Posted in Wine Talk

by Marc_Hanes » September 22nd, 2020, 6:57 pm » in Wine Talk

2018 Henschke Tempranillo Eden Valley Stone Jar. Ruby-purple throughout, a shade darker than expected, spotless with a high shine to the surface....

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Last post by Marc_Hanes
September 22nd, 2020, 6:57 pm
Best deal/coupon for on-line wine shopping.

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September 22nd, 2020, 6:32 pm
TN: 1999 Bodegas Riojanas Rioja Monte Real Reserva (Spain, La Rioja, Rioja)

Last post by D@vid Bu3ker « September 22nd, 2020, 6:22 pm
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by D@vid Bu3ker » September 22nd, 2020, 4:26 pm » in Wine Talk

1999 Bodegas Riojanas Rioja Monte Real Reserva - Spain, La Rioja, Rioja (9/22/2020)
Spur of the moment to open this, and it was quite the moment. At...

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