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by Michael-P
Tue Dec 12, 2023 3:39 am
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: The 2023 BWE DC Convention is under way!
Replies: 20
Views: 3819

Re: The 2023 BWE DC Convention is under way!

As a lover of old wines I thought the 59 Rauzan Gassies was very nice, delicate but lots of fresh red fruits and some complexity and a reasonable finish length. (94). For the 03s, I agree the Latour was the hands down winner (98). Disappointed by the Cos (90) and I thought the Pavie was flawed (ligh...
by Michael-P
Fri Nov 17, 2023 10:01 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: 1988 Pichon Lalande
Replies: 12
Views: 2499

Re: 1988 Pichon Lalande

Sadly had to make choices when selling wine and recently consigned a bunch of 88 PLL and 88 LLC to KL. Now that I read here, perhaps a mistake. :(
by Michael-P
Thu Nov 02, 2023 8:26 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: The future of BWE?
Replies: 5
Views: 1936

Re: The future of BWE?

I too lurk in the background reading many of the posts but have obviously not posted consistently lately. A small remedy of that today.

Agree it's all of us but the site does need a moderator to kick out the insurance sales people.

Michael-P
by Michael-P
Thu Nov 02, 2023 7:18 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: Rome, Naples and the island of Ischia
Replies: 5
Views: 1258

Re: Rome, Naples and the island of Ischia

For Rome, we were there in March this year just before going to London for the BWE gathering hosted by Ian. We had sought out restaurant suggestions from BWE and others and can recommend these that we went to: Salumeria Con Cucina Roscioli (in the wine cellar downstairs) Colline Emiliane Matricianel...
by Michael-P
Thu Nov 02, 2023 7:10 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: Rome, Naples and the island of Ischia
Replies: 5
Views: 1258

Re: Rome, Naples and the island of Ischia

When a young lad, I pursued a young woman that suggested I meet her on her vacation in Ischia. Neither of us lived there or in the same country and by the time I arrived in Ischia she informed me she now had a new boyfriend back home so didn't want to spend any time with me. I then had the best gril...
by Michael-P
Thu Nov 02, 2023 7:03 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: 1990 Pape Clement
Replies: 3
Views: 1218

1990 Pape Clement

Just thought I'd throw a quick TN on this one from a week ago. Bob gives it a 94 (from a tasting in 2009) but I'd bump it up 1 or 2 points. Generally agree with his TNs, especially meat and smoke, black fruits, pomegranate, stone, nicely balanced, tannins still going strong (just right), with some c...
by Michael-P
Thu Oct 26, 2023 10:58 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: Mass shooting Lewiston, our BD's hometown
Replies: 37
Views: 40092

Re: Mass shooting Lewiston, our BD's hometown

BD: Good news you're OK but what a horrible and sad event. Hopefully they get this unbalanced person quickly. Michael-P
by Michael-P
Thu Oct 26, 2023 10:55 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: BWE 2023 DC Convention 12/1-12/2
Replies: 11
Views: 3280

Re: BWE 2023 DC Convention 12/1-12/2

Wines all pulled from the cellar yesterday and shipped East in time for the shindig. For Sat: 59, 83 and 85. Nalan and I are looking forward to seeing everyone!

Michael-P
by Michael-P
Sat Oct 14, 2023 9:41 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: BWE 2023 DC Convention 12/1-12/2
Replies: 11
Views: 3280

Re: BWE 2023 DC Convention 12/1-12/2

Joel:

Thanks for doing all the heavy lifting again, much appreciated!
Nalan and I are in for Fri and Sat dinners.
Bought our flights and booked our hotel.
Will be in Cellar in about 10 days from now to pull what we'll bring. I'll look for 83 and 85.....

Michael-P
by Michael-P
Fri Sep 22, 2023 3:22 am
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: 1996 Sociando Mallet
Replies: 15
Views: 7568

Re: 1996 Sociando Mallet

I bought maybe a 6 pack back in the BWE hype days, prior to woty, but the few I had 5 or so years later were not impressive so I sold off the few left. Perhaps premature? MP
by Michael-P
Fri Sep 22, 2023 3:17 am
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: Goodbye, BWE. Live long and prosper.
Replies: 13
Views: 3772

Re: Goodbye, BWE. Live long and prosper.

What? Why? We love you!
by Michael-P
Fri Apr 07, 2023 2:37 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: The 1989 Lynch Bages Price Index
Replies: 61
Views: 2424

Re: The 1989 Lynch Bages Price Index

Not trying to promote my sale on K&L but this lot also indicates a decline in prices for 89 and 90:

https://www.klwines.com/Auction/Bidding ... ku=1668733
by Michael-P
Fri Mar 31, 2023 10:51 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: I can’t wait…
Replies: 9
Views: 924

Re: I can’t wait…

Reynolds Winery in Napa did something similar, although only in Napa. IMHO it was not special or worth the cost.

https://www.napawineproject.com/thirteen-appellations/

Michael-P
by Michael-P
Wed Mar 29, 2023 3:08 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: BWE LONDON 2023: Day Two: Italian Night
Replies: 4
Views: 520

Re: BWE LONDON 2023: Day Two: Italian Night

Here is my list, in no order, of the Italians. My WOTN was the 59 but interestingly some thought it undrinkable vinegar. Guess it takes all kinds! 2012 – Bussola - Recioto Della Valpolicella Classico 2021 – Stefano Zoli - Verdicchio di Matelica 2017 – Pio Cesare – Barbaresco 2004 – Dominico Clerico ...
by Michael-P
Tue Mar 28, 2023 5:55 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: The 1989 Lynch Bages Price Index
Replies: 61
Views: 2424

Re: The 1989 Lynch Bages Price Index

My bottle just sold at K&L for $330. https://www.klwines.com/Auction/Bidding ... ku=1666350

So maybe the market is not as high as our BD thinks?

Michael-P
by Michael-P
Tue Mar 28, 2023 3:41 am
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: BWE LONDON 2023: Day Two: Italian Night
Replies: 4
Views: 520

Re: BWE LONDON 2023: Day Two: Italian Night

No list of the wines or tasting reports?
by Michael-P
Mon Mar 27, 2023 4:48 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: BWE London 2023: Saturday Night
Replies: 17
Views: 1559

Re: BWE London 2023: Saturday Night

Yup. Epic. BWE gatherings always have good food and amazing wine, and even more wonderful people (family), but once in awhile the wines seem to be off the charts. BWE London was one of those occasions. Of course by organizing everything that went so flawlessly, Ian deserves a lot of the credit, but ...
by Michael-P
Mon Mar 27, 2023 4:09 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: 37 Pichon Lalande
Replies: 4
Views: 337

37 Pichon Lalande

I brought a bottle to BWE London on Sat which folks seem to have really enjoyed. The somm poured the dregs for me, and apologized, so I only had one small sip and enjoyed it too. I had one other bottle that I listed with K&L auctions, that has a much higher fill and less worn label than the one ...
by Michael-P
Sat Mar 18, 2023 9:56 am
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: 2023 BWE LONDON / MARCH 23, 24, 25, 2023
Replies: 246
Views: 18697

Re: 2023 BWE LONDON / MARCH 23, 24, 25, 2023

The top secret nature of the delivery meant that even I, trusted Agent Palmieri, did not open the package to inspect the contents at any pojnt in the journey. The Apple tracking tag facilitated some degree of chain of custody and customs were unaware given the clandestine measures taken. Only The Wi...
by Michael-P
Sat Mar 18, 2023 9:46 am
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: BWE London 2023: Cafe Murano, Pastificio Covent Garden, March 23
Replies: 43
Views: 7344

Re: BWE London 2023: Cafe Murano, Pastificio Covent Garden, March 23

Do we need to select our courses in advance or at the restaurant or are we doing family style? We are OK with anything without shellfish (or associated cross contamination).
by Michael-P
Sat Mar 18, 2023 9:35 am
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: Please pre order!! BWE London 2023: La Cabotte, March 24
Replies: 50
Views: 7980

Re: Please pre order!! BWE London 2023: La Cabotte, March 24

Nalan is shellfish allergic, including cross contamination. Nalan Starter: Smoked mackerel rillettes Main: Scottish sea trout Side: Wilted spring greens Dessert: Carrot cake Michael-P Starter: Pate en croute Main: Slow cooked lamb belly Side: Pickled endives Dessert: French cheeses For canapes, we a...
by Michael-P
Tue Feb 28, 2023 7:58 am
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: BWE London 2023: Noize, March 25
Replies: 17
Views: 927

Re: BWE London 2023: Noize, March 25

BD: np to pick up kl wine. You want me to bring it to London? Michael-P
by Michael-P
Sun Feb 26, 2023 8:28 am
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: BWE London 2023: Noize, March 25
Replies: 17
Views: 927

Re: BWE London 2023: Noize, March 25

Bottle limit or not, pulled a 37, 50 and 61 plus a 58 sticky from the cellar today for this event. Who else are we going to share these with?
by Michael-P
Sun Feb 26, 2023 8:24 am
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: Please pre order!! BWE London 2023: La Cabotte, March 24
Replies: 50
Views: 7980

Re: BWE London 2023: La Cabotte, March 24

Pulled that 59 burg from the cellar today as well as something non Pinot non Bordeaux connected to BWE.

Address?
by Michael-P
Wed Feb 22, 2023 5:48 am
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: Please pre order!! BWE London 2023: La Cabotte, March 24
Replies: 50
Views: 7980

Re: BWE London 2023: La Cabotte, March 24

Hm$ Thanks for the support!
by Michael-P
Wed Feb 22, 2023 5:45 am
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: BWE London 2023: Cafe Murano, Pastificio Covent Garden, March 23
Replies: 43
Views: 7344

Re: BWE London 2023: Cafe Murano, March 23

Do we have a start time?
We land LGW at 230p on Thurs 23 March, so should be good for normal dinner times.

Michael-P
by Michael-P
Fri Jan 06, 2023 7:39 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: 2023 BWE LONDON / MARCH 23, 24, 25, 2023
Replies: 246
Views: 18697

Re: 2023 BWE LONDON / MARCH 23, 24, 25, 2023

Ian: Of course we need to make sure BWEers have priority to any outsiders but for this couple cheaper is better so the Italian night sounds good. I'll let them know. They are: Stefan and Clara.

Michael-P
by Michael-P
Fri Jan 06, 2023 5:21 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: 2023 BWE LONDON / MARCH 23, 24, 25, 2023
Replies: 246
Views: 18697

Re: 2023 BWE LONDON / MARCH 23, 24, 25, 2023

My London resident nephew and his Spanish girlfriend (both actors, not yet famous) want to join one of the three dinners if there's room for "outsiders". Is there?

Michael-P
by Michael-P
Wed Dec 28, 2022 8:25 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: 2023 BWE LONDON / MARCH 23, 24, 25, 2023
Replies: 246
Views: 18697

Re: 2023 BWE LONDON / MARCH 23, 24, 25, 2023

We booked at this place, not very near to Ian but cheap (yes, small rooms) and near some areas we wanted to be near:

https://www.premierinn.com/gb/en/hotels ... LBC_LONGOO

Ian: Hope you're not insulted!

Michael-P
by Michael-P
Wed Dec 28, 2022 7:10 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: Announcement
Replies: 17
Views: 965

Re: Announcement

Nicolas: CONGRATULATIONS! Wonderful news. Will you do any ceremony in Italy? Michael-P
by Michael-P
Sun Dec 25, 2022 5:39 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: Wine shops in Rome?
Replies: 8
Views: 344

Re: Wine shops in Rome?

And while we are at it, how about restaurants in Rome?
by Michael-P
Sun Dec 25, 2022 5:38 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: Burgundy Help Needed
Replies: 16
Views: 609

Re: Burgundy Help Needed

There are so many wonderful white wines, even from Burgundy, that would be better pairing than some stinky Pinot! :)

Michael-P
by Michael-P
Sun Dec 25, 2022 5:36 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: Wine shops in Rome?
Replies: 8
Views: 344

Wine shops in Rome?

In March, the days prior to the London BWE gathering, we will be in Rome and wondered if anyone might know of a decent wine shop there where we could buy some interesting but not too $$$ Italian wine?

Michael-P
by Michael-P
Wed Dec 21, 2022 6:25 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: What Are Your Top 10 Wines of 2022?
Replies: 42
Views: 5071

Re: What Are Your Top 10 Wines of 2022?

45 Pontet Clauzure
82 Trotanoy
82 Forts Latour
83 Yquem
85 LMHB
88 Lynch Bages
90 Trotanoy
00 Angelus
08 Abreu Howell Mountain
14 Cade Reserve Cabernet
by Michael-P
Mon Dec 19, 2022 6:11 pm
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: 2023 BWE LONDON / MARCH 23, 24, 25, 2023
Replies: 246
Views: 18697

Re: 2023 BWE LONDON / MARCH 23, 24, 25, 2023

LT sounds yummy but it also sounds a bit far so maybe something more central?
by Michael-P
Mon Dec 19, 2022 12:35 am
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: 2023 BWE LONDON / MARCH 23, 24, 25, 2023
Replies: 246
Views: 18697

Re: 2023 BWE LONDON / MARCH 23, 24, 25, 2023

Looked for and found in the cellar 3 bottles of 59 Burgundy, "Chambertin - Begue", good ullage and color, no labels. If my records are correct I bought 5 at the Bonhams London Sept 2006 sale. I recall some had labels and I think I brought one to a BWE-SF event and SF-Ed said it was a "...
by Michael-P
Sun Dec 18, 2022 2:32 am
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: 2023 BWE LONDON / MARCH 23, 24, 25, 2023
Replies: 246
Views: 18697

Re: 2023 BWE LONDON / MARCH 23, 24, 25, 2023

Bought our ticket for London. Please confirm Nalan and I for at least Thurs and Sat. We don't want to dampen anyone's misplaced enthusiasm for Burgundy on Fri so maybe instead we'll do something on our own in London Fri. But let me look in the cellar just after Christmas to see if I have any of that...
by Michael-P
Tue Dec 13, 2022 5:22 am
Forum: Our Forum
Topic: 2023 BWE LONDON / MARCH 23, 24, 25, 2023
Replies: 246
Views: 18697

Re: 2023 BWE LONDON / MARCH 23, 24, 25, 2023

Work makes it a challenge to take much time off, but we will try to do 1 full week, arriving Europe (Bordeaux?) 18 March then London 23-26 March. Unless I can find some old Burgundy in the cellar, which is probably the only Burg I have, we might skip the Burg night. Anyone up for Bordeaux for a few ...