MFP and TRB in NYC

WINE TALK
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An absolutely incredible evening. The '07 Rivers Marie pinots were outstanding, and considering I haven’t even touched my '06’s, was shocking. In particular, the regular Summa was the most approachable, while I think the Summa Old Vines and the Occidental are going to be the standouts. Not only are these pinots produced in an elegant style that appeals to my nose and palate, but I truly appreciate that they are in the 13-14% alcohol range.

What can you say about the cabs? I mean, it was one killer wine after the next. At one point, I had 2 Schrader cabs (the T6 and the George III) side by side with the Maybach and I turned to Cheryl and simply said “this is EXACTLY the way I want a cab to taste”. All of the Schraders were spectacular, but my favorite was probably the CCS or the Tokalon. And the Maybach was right there with the Schraders. I enjoyed both Outpost cabs as well, and considering the price, I will definitely buy some of these.

Mike P did an amazing job, as always, putting the whole thing together. Food was delicious, the company was fantastic, and the wines were as good as it gets for me.

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More than “a little”, less than “too much”.

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Well done all! I’ve got a RM Chard on deck for Saturday with some of the OC crew. Been anxious to try it as everyone seems to rave. Trying to hold off on the 07 Pinots. The Outpost Grenache is great despite some naysayers. The Outpost True Cab was a fav from Family Winemakers for me.

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Thanks for including me in another Mike Pobega extravaganza. It had been too long between the unmatchable combination of exceptional wines and even better company.

Three cheers for both Mike and Thomas! [cheers.gif]

–KP

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Cheers!

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2007 Rivers-Marie Chardonnay B. Thieriot Vineyard - this was spectacular. It was golden hued and glossy. The nose was lemon rind and tall grass… 100% new oak and it showed wonderfully. Great acidic lift and light and airy on the palate. Very creamy and loads of style. Very nice.

2007 Maybach Eterium Chardonnay - two barrels selection of the above wine. Less than 500 bottles will be available. Maybe. Similar in many ways but more minerality with the great lemon fruited notes. Intense and complicated this great.

2006 Schrader T6 Cabernet Sauvignon- Floral nose and ungiving upon opening. 4 hours plus this had some great black fruits with super structure. A tremendous mouth feel. Great cassis and cola with a slight touch of camphor. There was the slightest note of sulphur, but it dissipated in the glass quickly. Such a big brawny wine with tons of finesse. Great.

2006 Maybach Materium- Soft camphor nose with great red and lack mix of cab fruits. This had a super elegant mouth feel on a conveyor belt of joy. Intensely stylistic with never approaching brooding. Pure clean lines and just a perfect wine all around. When the night’s wines were poured and people had the choice to choose what they wanted to just drink, I chose the Maybach, and so did Thomas. We two alone were guilty of killing it.

2006 Schrader Georges III Cabernet Sauvignon- All the Schrader’s had a similar profile save for a certain something: This had the super long finish and persistent cover on the tongue. Super plush with crème de cassis and leather, this was great.

2006 Tamber Bey Cabernet Sauvignon - A sweet red and black fruit filed nose, this was multi dimensional and deep. An elegant and mind boggling wine that just keeps giving. What a great deal in today’s market. I will seek this one for my cellar.

2006 Rivers-Marie Cabernet Sauvignon - This was medium dark in color. Some great black fruits veiled in some creamy vanilla. Big chewy tannins. A truly clean and pure cab with a long life ahead of it. Nice.

2006 Outpost Howell Mountain Cabernet- The one floored me. I have always been a Outpost Cab fan but I usually gush about the ‘True’. This is hitting all the right notes in a big and pure way. Its got structure and cackbone but yet elegant. I love this wine. A real QPR.

2006 Diamond Terrace Cabernet Sauvignon- An all black fruit nose with the color to match. Big and extracted with some brutish edges. Pure black cherry and blackberries with crème de cassis. An amazing mouth feel that goes on all night. What a great QPR to boot! A must seek out. But wait at least a few years to pop!

2006 Outpost True Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon- This is amazing. I have been a fan for a few years now and this is surely in top form. Black fruits and pure mouth fell, the balance and depth is to be witnessed in person. It has some wonderful kirsch and cola with some leather and earthiness. Tons of class and structure. A long finish completes the complete package. A must buy in ‘06

2006 Schrader Beckstoffer To-Kalon – Wow, this is the schnizzle all new world Cali cab drinkers seek. Dark and dense, with some wonderful notes of flower petals and violets on the nose. Darkish fruit profile with black-hole cassis, sassafras, black cherry, and black plums. Really impressive mouth fell and structure that brought joy to everyone on the tables face. Unbelievable. If you pass on any of the Schraders, don’t let it be this one, regardless of what got what points from whom……

2006 Schrader CCS- Like all of the other Schraders, the similarities are there. All wonderful wines with some great depth structure and finesse. Not to sound like a broken record as I am sure I do already, this is just beautiful and a must seek out for aficionados.

2006 Two Hand Charlie’s Patch Cabernet Sauvignon- What an interesting wine. Very dark and brooding with some slightly angular structure. Currant, plums and black cherry cola with maybe a hint of green pepper. A decent finish. All in all a very nice cab if not in the same class of the Schraders but I would not refuse another sip if offered and I would certainly like to ‘experiment’ with this one again.

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I forgot my notes at work, so I’ll try to get to it tomorrow. Good times.

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Wowzer! Nice dinner troops.

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What great pictures. Thanks for posting them.
Can I use on the CLONYC site?

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added images

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Names Mike, names!!! [beg.gif]

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Mike, those photos are trademark protected property of CLONYC. So as the owner of CLONYC, you can use them as you wish.

Wonderful night. Thanks for everything.

KP

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Done.

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why? you hate the Schrader and RM cabs =P “I want my cab to taste like a cab” … “raspberry vanilla oak shake”
Wait a moment… did I just see a Maybach Chardonnay?

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RM Chard, Pinots, Outpost, etc. The important wines. You guys can put straws in those Cab bottles and enjoy your desserts together.
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I do have a sweet tooth!

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Indeed you did. Chris Maybach overnighted it to us.
Less than 500 bottles and he’s not sure what he will do with it just yet.

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recycle day