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- Fri Sep 22, 2023 4:21 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Goodbye, BWE. Live long and prosper.
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5072
- Thu Sep 21, 2023 12:06 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Lilian Ladouys 2020
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2214
Re: Lilian Ladouys 2020
I feel like this is a property that BWE likes more than the professionals. Personally I loved the 1990 and 2003, yet those were given tepid assessments by writers.
- Wed Sep 20, 2023 4:06 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: A historic royal BWE visit to the Great State of Maine
- Replies: 67
- Views: 185991
Re: A historic royal BWE visit to the Great State of Maine
What a lot of wine! Looks like a great time
- Wed Sep 20, 2023 12:43 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Day out in Pessac-Léognan (13 châteaux)
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2181
Re: Day out in Pessac-Léognan (13 châteaux)
The final stop of a very full day was at Château Baret in Villenave d’Ornon (24 hectares), which has been in the Ballande family since 1867. Once again, we tried both the red and white wines. The 2015 red was a good middle of the road Pessac-Léognan with a tangy flavor. It was unexpectedly tannic o...
- Thu Sep 14, 2023 2:27 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: 2019 Moulin Saint-Georges TN
- Replies: 15
- Views: 10936
Re: 2019 Moulin Saint-Georges TN
I loved older ones but I have not tried any recent vintages. This can be a bit tougher to find out West. Still have fond memories of a case of the 1998 that DavidG physially picked up for me from a DMV merchant (who did not ship)!
Re: China
Thanks for all the color on China to commenters here. Interesting stuff. That nation seems to be following the trajectory of Imperial Japan in the 1920's, as they are tipping into some kind of financial crisis.
- Sat Sep 09, 2023 10:25 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: COVID and wine - not a great combination
- Replies: 29
- Views: 18044
- Sat Sep 09, 2023 10:18 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: My First DRC and Other Fun Labor Day Wines
- Replies: 11
- Views: 8146
Re: My First DRC and Other Fun Labor Day Wines
Wow that Bonneau is a rarity too. I have hardly heard the property mentioned on any boards in the last decade.
- Sat Sep 09, 2023 10:16 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Maureen podcast (BWE gets a mention)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4684
Maureen podcast (BWE gets a mention)
https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5saWJzeW4uY29tLzE4MTUyMy9yc3M/episode/M2EwY2Q2NDgtMzYwOC00ZTQ2LTg3ZWEtNGJmNjA4MTYyZTRk?ep=14 There a few allusions to the silver age of BWE and the predations of John Fox. As always, there are lots of 'I warned everyone, but no one would listen'. St...
- Tue Sep 05, 2023 11:32 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Port questions
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1779
Re: Pourt questions
My understanding is that typically in a declared vintage a shipper might make 3000-4000 cases of their flagship VP, at hypothetically $100 or so. And in the vintages where either quality, or market conditions, preclude declaring a VP, they will release some smaller amount of port, that is supposedly...
- Thu Aug 31, 2023 3:59 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Second Wine Thread [2015 Saint-Jacques de Siran]
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3826
Re: Second Wine Thread [2015 Saint-Jacques de Siran]
Wow that's a blast from the past. I went through a half case of that 2000 Reserve de Comtesse when it was young, and my recollection was that it was a bit greenish and underwhelming, especially when compared to the 1996 version of it, which was one of the best 2nd's I've had over the years.
- Thu Aug 31, 2023 1:26 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Uncontroversial: 2000-2009 the greatest decade of Bdx
- Replies: 21
- Views: 4353
Re: Uncontroversial: 2000-2009 the greatest decade of Bdx
PXL_20230830_001510154~2.jpg As I enjoy this 2000 Lafon Rochet [St Estephe] even more on the 2nd night, I'm struck what a great era that was for enthusiasts. Most wines were still priced for the 99% yet broadly available, while being made in a range of styles for whatever palate preferences one had...
- Wed Aug 30, 2023 12:54 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: 2019 Ch. Le Grand Verdus, Cabernet Franc
- Replies: 6
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Re: 2019 Ch. Le Grand Verdus, Cabernet Franc
I wish these unsulfured reds could travel better. One of our family members can basically only tolerate that kind of red wine.
Interesting notes thanks for sharing
Interesting notes thanks for sharing
- Wed Aug 30, 2023 12:40 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Dinner with JeanFred, he opened one of my fav Bordeaux
- Replies: 10
- Views: 4384
- Wed Aug 30, 2023 12:37 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: 1996 Sociando Mallet
- Replies: 15
- Views: 9842
Re: 1996 Sociando Mallet
It's really hard to understand the variation within a single case. I've experienced it too. Maybe it's something with the corks which are unusually long by industry standards?
- Mon Aug 21, 2023 11:34 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: 2000 vs. 2001 Bordeaux
- Replies: 24
- Views: 4525
Re: 2000 vs. 2001 Bordeaux
PXL_20230821_011220426.jpg Over 3 nights I finished a tedious bottle of the 2001 Sociando Mallet [Haut Medoc] This was from a case that had been split with (dormant?) BWE'er brodway en primeur. For my tastes this charry, pyrazine inflected wine has always been underwhelming. Part of the reason for ...
- Sat Aug 19, 2023 5:04 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: It's been two years since I "met" Beaujolais...
- Replies: 11
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Re: It's been two years since I "met" Beaujolais...
I like Bojo but only keep a few bottles around at any given time, since - for my tastes - it does not keep / improve for decades. Last week I had a lovely bottle of JC Lapalu, which was on the lusher/fuller side for the region. For those on the US West Coast, K&L is currently having a promotion ...
- Sat Aug 19, 2023 12:35 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: The 2005 Vintage -- how good is it really?
- Replies: 107
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Re: The 2005 Vintage -- how good is it really?
PXL_20230818_022339745~2.jpg 2005 is turning into my favorite vintage, post 1990. I really love how almost anything opened from that year will delight as exemplified by last night's 2005 Rouget [Pomerol] . I'd held this release, purchased EP, but I don't think I'd had one yet. After trying the 2005...
- Mon Aug 14, 2023 5:13 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Caymus 40th Anniversary 2012
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5708
Re: Caymus 40th Anniversary 2012
I had the 1997 a summer or two ago, I think it was their special selection, and it was actually pretty solid. Perhaps this was before they went heavy on the RS.
- Mon Aug 14, 2023 4:37 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: 2001 Rieussec
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1993
Re: 2001 Rieussec
A summer/fall fruit dessert and any of those elite 2001 Sauternes sounds like an amazing match.
- Mon Aug 14, 2023 4:33 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Deals Thread
- Replies: 726
- Views: 185295
Re: Deals Thread
Rimmerman/Garagiste sent out an email (at 7:30pm) offering half bottles of the 2001 Lefaurie Peyraguey for $29 . They state these are late releases from the chateau. I purchased some 2001 EP decades ago for an economic cost of perhaps $20ish (halves and fulls) plus or minus something. They have gene...
- Tue Aug 08, 2023 12:05 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Pompano Dinner
- Replies: 14
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Re: Pompano Dinner
Lovely lineup
- Sat Aug 05, 2023 4:59 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE in Manhattan….
- Replies: 55
- Views: 28359
Re: BWE in Manhattan….
Wow quite a few rarities there!
- Fri Aug 04, 2023 4:11 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: 2002 Clos des Lambrays
- Replies: 6
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Re: 2002 Clos des Lambrays
Maybe I need to save more of those wedding year wines. I might be too casual in consuming them...
- Fri Aug 04, 2023 4:06 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Recommendation : white wines for the summer
- Replies: 25
- Views: 7333
Re: Recommendation : white wines for the summer
I think rose is one of those categories that is much better when its consumed locally. It might not have the stuffing to travel. We had a mass market commercial Chapoutier rose tonight, but we quite enjoyed it all the same. Hi Arv. Was it the Marius? If so, i will give it a try. No, it was the Chap...
- Fri Aug 04, 2023 4:59 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Recommendation : white wines for the summer
- Replies: 25
- Views: 7333
Re: Recommendation : white wines for the summer
I think rose is one of those categories that is much better when its consumed locally. It might not have the stuffing to travel.
We had a mass market commercial Chapoutier rose tonight, but we quite enjoyed it all the same.
We had a mass market commercial Chapoutier rose tonight, but we quite enjoyed it all the same.
- Fri Aug 04, 2023 4:52 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Two fine Médocs and a reflection on vintage reputations
- Replies: 10
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- Mon Jul 31, 2023 12:03 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Second Wine Thread [2015 Saint-Jacques de Siran]
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3826
Re: Second Wine Thread [2015 Saint-Jacques de Siran]
PXL_20230730_003436267~2.jpg Over three days, the 2015 Saint-Jacques de Siran [Bordeaux Superieur] is nice, but nothing memorable. The label states 14% abv, and I don't think it's a 'true' second wine, but rather a vineyard parcel near the main Siran holdings but outside Margaux AOC. There are a fe...
- Mon Jul 24, 2023 11:33 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Some weekend wines
- Replies: 2
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Some weekend wines
PXL_20230723_043340693~3.jpg 2000 Fombrauge [St Emilion] This is a Bernard Magrez wine IIRC, and despite all that may imply, was only 13.5% abv and pretty well balanced. It was decanted, for aeration and a bit of sediment, and was a good mature example of the AOC. It didn't seem to show the fruit d...
- Mon Jul 24, 2023 11:32 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Two Moutons and various other things
- Replies: 22
- Views: 4243
Re: Two Moutons and various other things
I've had a couple of 2002 Hermitage blanc in the last few years and have been amazed with how good they were.
- Thu Jul 20, 2023 10:03 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Book Review: Bordeaux (David Peppercorn, 2nd Edition, 1991)
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2379
Re: Book Review: Bordeaux (David Peppercorn, 2nd Edition, 1991)
I read the 2nd edition, from 1991.
- Tue Jul 18, 2023 4:50 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Book Review: Bordeaux (David Peppercorn, 2nd Edition, 1991)
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2379
Re: Book Review: Bordeaux (David Peppercorn, 2nd Edition, 1991)
I've got most of the Brook's Bordeaux book's except his 3rd edition (which I read, but had difficulty finding at a fair price stateside). He is indeed a fine writer.
- Tue Jul 18, 2023 12:34 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Book Review: Bordeaux (David Peppercorn, 2nd Edition, 1991)
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2379
Book Review: Bordeaux (David Peppercorn, 2nd Edition, 1991)
Book Review: Bordeaux Written by David Peppercorn Edited by Julian Jeffs Maps by John Flower 1991 publication, 722 pgs This is an older reference book on the history and wines of Bordeaux. The author is English and has been involved in the fine wine trade in a variety of capacities for a long time,...
- Sat Jul 15, 2023 4:43 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Day out in Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux
- Replies: 21
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Re: Day out in Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux
PXL_20230715_015131922~2.jpg PS: on day 2, more strawberry notes emerge, but it really is a commercial cafe quaffer style. But some props to MISA (Costco's captive importer) for shipping this over. Probably was an $8 wine, but one would have to spend more for something of the same interest in Calif...
- Sat Jul 15, 2023 2:44 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: What would be a criticism of 2016 Labegorce? I can't find one.
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2117
Re: What would be a criticism of 2016 Labegorce? I can't find one.
I think the confusion around mergers/names and so on has suppressed interest/market prices.
- Sat Jul 15, 2023 2:42 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Holidays in Tokyo
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- Views: 1178
Re: Holidays in Tokyo
That sounds fascinating. I have been educating myself about this land by listening to Jpop and watching https://www.amazon.com/Tokyo-Party-Peop ... B09942V3RG
It's a strangely captivating movie, germane to Bordeaux enthusiasts.
It's a strangely captivating movie, germane to Bordeaux enthusiasts.
- Sat Jul 15, 2023 2:31 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: 2014 Duhart Milon, the "Wham!" documentary, and other ramblings....
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1360
Re: 2014 Duhart Milon, the "Wham!" documentary, and other ramblings....
Clerc Milon vs. Duhart Milon might be an interesting theme for some BWE event someday
- Sat Jul 15, 2023 2:22 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Loire Valley visit, long, very few wine notes
- Replies: 17
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Re: Loire Valley visit, long, very few wine notes
Wow those gardens at Villandry are remarkable, even if the pictures only capture a sliver of their splendor. I guess I should try the whole Baudry/Chinon/Bourgieul concept again. I have not had any in a long time, and no matter how enthusiasts would suggest that I ought to like them, I was generally...
- Sat Jul 15, 2023 2:09 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Market post - First Growth price premium
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2117
Re: Market post - First Growth price premium
I think the price premium is more a function of wealth distribution (HHI etc.) than a warranted qualitative premium. But that's ok! I'd rather a Beijing billionaire is making Lafite/Cola cocktails, and pumping up prices in a category I would not participate in, than dabbling in estates where I'd rat...
- Fri Jul 14, 2023 5:46 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: A Rioja Grenache
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1728
Re: A Rioja Grenache
Garnacha tends to be more of a small blending element for the bodegas in Rioja Alta and RIoja Alavesa, but in Rioja Oriental (which used to be called Rioja Baja) it can be the dominant component in the blend. That area is more inland, and hotter, so that varietal thrives there. Artadi is one of the ...