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- Thu Mar 29, 2018 12:09 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: 2015 Giscours: A 50-year wine?
- Replies: 25
- Views: 2886
Re: 2015 Giscours: A 50-year wine?
Not a believer in travel shock which is what Nic is describing. We had solid evidence in DC last week that travel does not make wine shut down. It can stir up sediment but that's about it IMO. Bottle shock is different and results in a poor showing for a few weeks to months right after bottling unti...
- Wed Mar 28, 2018 3:38 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: New Orleans Rec's
- Replies: 6
- Views: 628
Re: New Orleans Rec's
I've also heard good things about Herbsaint and Upperline but haven't been myself. Commander's Palace? Never been. Heard various opinions - it's great vs it's touristy. I loved August but you're right it is not uniquely NO. There are also casinos if you're into that but casinos are not uniquely anyt...
- Wed Mar 28, 2018 1:54 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: New Orleans Rec's
- Replies: 6
- Views: 628
Re: New Orleans Rec's
With a caveat that I haven't been to NO in 5 years and a lot can change, for traditional NO/creole restaurants I liked Clancy's and Brigtsen's. On the modern side are August, Bayona, and Gautreau.
- Tue Mar 27, 2018 11:47 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE 18 Friday night.
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2277
Re: BWE 18 Friday night.
Chris, my opinion on Dom is similar. They really need 20 years to show their stuff. The 88 and 90 are killer now. Time will tell on the 02. I'm holding another 5 years before opening my first.
- Mon Mar 26, 2018 2:37 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: So what have you bought lately?
- Replies: 4889
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Re: So what have you bought lately?
Well done Gerry!
Just keep telling yourself at least you're not half as nuts as the rest of us.
Just keep telling yourself at least you're not half as nuts as the rest of us.
- Mon Mar 26, 2018 2:35 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Stuck in Montreal
- Replies: 8
- Views: 873
Re: Stuck in Montreal
Snow flurries west of Baltimore on the drive home today - nothing stuck so no complaints.
Hope you got home OK Nic.
Hope you got home OK Nic.
- Sun Mar 25, 2018 6:37 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: **BWE '18 Saturday night dinner at Charlie Palmer.
- Replies: 20
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Re: BWE '18 Saturday night dinner at Charlie Palmer.
Patrick the 98 Pomerols and St Em tannins have softened and they are drinking well in general but are at different stages of evolution. As Ed said the Conseillante and VCC need more time. The others showed well but are likely to reward further cellaring with greater complexity. The Haut Brion and La...
- Sun Mar 25, 2018 4:15 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: **BWE '18 Saturday night dinner at Charlie Palmer.
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2260
Re: BWE '18 Saturday night dinner at Charlie Palmer.
Jim's using a bit of political license regarding the 1986 Mouton. It was declared the wine of the night but as to voting... Highlights for me were both Moutons with a slight preference for the completeness and lushness of the 82 over the power and finish of the 86, but I cant really argue with those...
- Sun Mar 25, 2018 2:00 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: **BWE '18 Saturday night dinner at Charlie Palmer.
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2260
Re: BWE '18 Saturday night dinner at Charlie Palmer.
I remember drinking the 1970 Giscours. Missed the Gaffeliere.
- Sun Mar 25, 2018 1:38 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: **BWE '18 Saturday night dinner at Charlie Palmer.
- Replies: 20
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Re: BWE '18 Saturday night dinner at Charlie Palmer.
I think you meant 1976 Yquem, not 1986, unless I missed the 1986. Thought I would start a list of wines for starters and update as people fill in. MV Krug 164eme (3) 2006 Taittinger Comtes de Champagne (2) Plenty of 1998s 1998 Angelus (2?) 1998 Conseillante 1998 Evangile 1998 Figeac 1998 Pavie (2?) ...
- Sat Mar 24, 2018 9:25 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: ***BWE 2018 Convention DC: Sat 3/24 Charlie Palmer***
- Replies: 243
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Re: ***DC '18: Sat 3/24 Dinner 6:00 PM Charlie Palmer***
Despite the address, the restaurant entrance is actually at the corner of 1st and Louisiana. About a 5-min walk from the Hyatt and Liaison. Make a right on D, a left on 1st, and 2 blocks up on the right. It’s hidden behind a barrier from the March but there’s an opening at the corner. I just came ba...
- Sat Mar 24, 2018 6:21 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE 18 Extracurricular Activities: March for Our Lives
- Replies: 3
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BWE 18 Extracurricular Activities: March for Our Lives
Peggy and I left our hotel about 11:30 AM and walked 7-8 blocks to the entrance point at D and 7th. We then gradually worked our way along Pennsylvania Ave. towards the stage. It got pretty dense at 6th St. so we stopped there for a while before heading back. Saw Ariana Grande perform a few songs an...
- Sat Mar 24, 2018 6:01 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE 18 Friday night.
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2277
Re: BWE 18 Friday night.
Danny that was a sardonic reference to the old practice of fortifying Burgs with Hermitage. The 1924 was so youmg and tough it had several of us saying "Hermitaged."
- Sat Mar 24, 2018 1:28 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE '18 dinner at Black Salt
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Re: BWE '18 dinner at Black Salt
Peggy and I plan to join the March. One of the entrances is about 7 blocks from the Liaison and Hyatt. We plan to head out sometime between 11 and 12.
Link to info and map
https://marchforourlives.com/march-in-dc/
Link to info and map
https://marchforourlives.com/march-in-dc/
- Sat Mar 24, 2018 1:21 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE 18 Friday night.
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2277
Re: BWE 18 Friday night.
I didn’t take notes and there were way too many wines to keep track of all of them, but I do remember my impressions of the Champagnes that Stuart so generously brought. The 2005 Cristal was crisp, mineral, pear and citrus, very sharply focused and my second favorite. Will it add complexity with mor...
- Sat Mar 24, 2018 12:56 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE 18 Friday night.
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2277
Re: BWE 18 Friday night.
My favorites were the 1995 Krug, 2001 Donnhoff Niederhauser Hermansholle Auslese and 2002? Prum Wehlehner Sonnenhur Auslese, the 1959 Charles Krug Cab, 1989 Beaucastel, and the 2001 Donnhoff Norheimer Dellchen Auslese Goldkapsel.
The 1924 was an Hermitage from Burgundy.
The 1924 was an Hermitage from Burgundy.
- Fri Mar 23, 2018 12:00 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE has landed....
- Replies: 34
- Views: 2336
Re: BWE has landed....
Jim, you sure this isn't the Cali Pinot Noir Lovers Convention? Cuz on my phone that picture is SIDEWAYS.
- Thu Mar 22, 2018 11:57 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE has landed....
- Replies: 34
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Re: BWE has landed....
Cant wait to see you all tomorrow evening!
We switched our hotel to the Liaison where Nick is because of proximity to the restaurants, the march, and all the wine I have to schlep (Nic said he'd help).
We switched our hotel to the Liaison where Nick is because of proximity to the restaurants, the march, and all the wine I have to schlep (Nic said he'd help).
- Thu Mar 22, 2018 11:42 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: ***BWE 2018 Convention DC: Sat 3/24 Charlie Palmer***
- Replies: 243
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Re: ***DC '18: Sat 3/24 Dinner 6:00 PM Charlie Palmer***
But of course...
- Thu Mar 22, 2018 12:45 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE has landed....
- Replies: 34
- Views: 2336
Re: BWE has landed....
Glad you had an uneventful trip Jim. The storm had a lot of offices closed and traffic was at a minimum. We got 5-6 inches but not bad. DC weather this weekend will be unseasonably cold, with highs in the mid 40s and lows in the high 20s but no precipitation. In other words, "beautiful" to...
- Wed Mar 21, 2018 9:59 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: ***DC '18 -- WINES FOR 3/23 FRIDAY AND 3/24 SATURDAY DINNERS
- Replies: 47
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Re: ***DC '18 -- WINES FOR 3/23 FRIDAY AND 3/24 SATURDAY DINNERS
The two Champagnes for Saturday are 2006 Taittinger Comtes and MV Krug 164eme. We have 3 bottles of each so everyone will have an opportunity to try them both. Someone over on WB just happened to have these side ny side. A preview...
https://www.wineberserkers.com/forum/vi ... 1&t=149799
https://www.wineberserkers.com/forum/vi ... 1&t=149799
- Wed Mar 21, 2018 7:51 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Friday March 23rd dinner 7 PM AT BISTRO CACAO -- UPDATE
- Replies: 106
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Re: Friday March 23rd dinner 7 PM AT BISTRO CACAO DC -- UPDATE
No worries Marcus.
I'll bring cash. You deserve a few extra miles/points on your card for your efforts.
I'll bring cash. You deserve a few extra miles/points on your card for your efforts.
- Wed Mar 21, 2018 7:25 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: It's cold as a bastard.
- Replies: 65
- Views: 5662
Re: It's cold as a bastard.
Roads around Baltimore were bad by noon, though the interstates should be passable. We're looking at 10-12 inches north and west of the city by morning. Looks like about 4-5 inches on the deck so far.
- Wed Mar 21, 2018 1:17 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: It's cold as a bastard.
- Replies: 65
- Views: 5662
Re: It's cold as a bastard.
I grew up in Michigan and lived many years in Albany, so the driving in snow gene is well developed. I know you wont ne foolish.
If Macarthur's next door to Blacksalt has 2014s at half off, save a few for me. You know, the one who is done buying.
Safe travels!
If Macarthur's next door to Blacksalt has 2014s at half off, save a few for me. You know, the one who is done buying.
Safe travels!
- Wed Mar 21, 2018 12:29 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: What is your favourite vintage of Ch. Ducru Beaucaillou?
- Replies: 11
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Re: What is your favourite vintage of Ch. Ducru Beaucaillou?
1982 bests the 1995 and 1996 IMO but the 1996 is still improving and will likely take the crown from 1982.
I can't comment on the 2000 because I somehow managed to not buy any.
Can't comment on the 2005 because mine are still resting.
So 1982 but not based on enough experience to be certain.
I can't comment on the 2000 because I somehow managed to not buy any.
Can't comment on the 2005 because mine are still resting.
So 1982 but not based on enough experience to be certain.
- Wed Mar 21, 2018 12:20 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: It's cold as a bastard.
- Replies: 65
- Views: 5662
Re: It's cold as a bastard.
Good luck Jim and above all be safe. Don't be foolish (i.e. don't do anything I would do) just to get here if the roads are awful.
But you do need to be here by Saturday in case Peggy and I need to be bailed out.
But you do need to be here by Saturday in case Peggy and I need to be bailed out.
- Tue Mar 20, 2018 7:23 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: ***BWE 2018 Convention DC: Sat 3/24 Charlie Palmer***
- Replies: 243
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***DC '18: Sat 3/24 Dinner 6:00 PM Charlie Palmer***
FINAL UPDATE: Start time Saturday has been moved up to 6:00 PM Location is Charlie Palmer Steak, 101 Constitution Ave NW STREETS WILL BE CLOSED FOR ABOUT 6 BLOCKS AROUND THE RESTAURANT UNTIL LATE AFTERNOON/EARLY EVENING FOR THE ANTI-GUN MARCH It's possible they will still be closed at the start of ...
- Tue Mar 20, 2018 6:58 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Fun dinner in the big Tomato.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 564
Re: Fun dinner in the big Tomato.
Sorry to hear that 2/7 were corked, but otherwise sounds like a great time.
- Tue Mar 20, 2018 3:42 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: A tale of two Malescots
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1044
Re: A tale of two Malescots
Nice comparison Alex. I haven't had many Malescots but I really liked the 2005 in a big oaky Californian style. Du Tertre is pretty reliable and more classic to my palate. Giscours seems more variable. I thoroughly enjoyed a half case of the 2000 drunk over 10 years or so. I was not so impressed wth...
- Sun Mar 18, 2018 10:45 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: UGC 2015 in Montréal
- Replies: 17
- Views: 1904
Re: UGC 2015 in Montréal
I think you're right Patrick. It's been a long time since en primeur was an automatic bargain. Probably the 2005s as you note.
- Sun Mar 18, 2018 10:39 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: ***BWE 2018 Convention DC: Sat 3/24 Charlie Palmer***
- Replies: 243
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Re: ***DC '18: March 22-25: Saturday March 24 dinner***
Thanks Michael. Getting excited. I'll wait until Monday PM to see if we hear from Chris' other friends but it's looking like the final count will be 26. Final(?) List : JimHow + 1 Stefan (Bill) + Lucie (Jan) MichaelP + Nalan SF Ed Stuart + Kathy DavidG + Peggy Rob & Sue Peter (CabFan) and Julia ...
- Sun Mar 18, 2018 8:58 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Friday March 23rd dinner 7 PM AT BISTRO CACAO -- UPDATE
- Replies: 106
- Views: 9214
Re: Friday March 23rd dinner 7 PM AT BISTRO CACAO DC -- UPDATE
Yup, bigger tips are good too. Makes them glad they hosted us and pays it forward for the next dinner/group.
- Sun Mar 18, 2018 8:55 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: UGC 2015 in Montréal
- Replies: 17
- Views: 1904
Re: UGC 2015 in Montréal
The high en primeur prices removed the main impetus for buying early: getting the wines at a substantial discount to release prices. I bought no 2015s en primeur and have no plans to buy on release but it will be interesting to see how much of a difference there is between the en primeur and release...
- Sat Mar 17, 2018 6:08 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Ridge Geyserville video
- Replies: 2
- Views: 178
Re: Ridge Geyserville video
It had the same effect on me.
- Sat Mar 17, 2018 1:14 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Ridge Geyserville video
- Replies: 2
- Views: 178
Ridge Geyserville video
Nice bit on Ridge Geyserville here:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=VgSbkVBcPlY
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=VgSbkVBcPlY
- Sat Mar 17, 2018 11:57 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: ***DC '18 -- WINES FOR 3/23 FRIDAY AND 3/24 SATURDAY DINNERS
- Replies: 47
- Views: 5495
Re: ***DC '18 -- WINES FOR 3/23 FRIDAY AND 3/24 SATURDAY DINNERS
Lest I be considered a slacker for bringing only 1 bottle Friday, I'll add a bottle of German Riesling to complement Jim's offering:
2001 Donnhoff Norheimer Dellchen Reisling Auslese Goldkapsel
2001 Donnhoff Norheimer Dellchen Reisling Auslese Goldkapsel
- Sat Mar 17, 2018 1:13 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: What’s your favorite vintage of la Lagune?
- Replies: 39
- Views: 4352
Re: What’s your favorite vintage of la Lagune?
Great vids with Francois.
- Sat Mar 17, 2018 1:04 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: ***BWE 2018 Convention DC: Sat 3/24 Charlie Palmer***
- Replies: 243
- Views: 21835
Re: ***DC '18: March 22-25: Saturday March 24 dinner***
Thanks to the inefficiencies of tbe USPS there was a delay in setting up our forwarding and I found checks from marcs and Bob and Barb in the mail at the old address today. List of those attending who have paid or made other arrangements: JimHow + 1 (PAID) Stefan + Lucie (PAID) MichaelP + Nalan (PAI...
- Fri Mar 16, 2018 8:34 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Friday March 23rd dinner 7 PM AT BISTRO CACAO -- UPDATE
- Replies: 106
- Views: 9214
Re: Friday March 23rd dinner 7 PM AT BISTRO CACAO DC -- UPDATE
Marcus - do whatever you think will be easiest for you regarding payment. IMO up front is easier. At this point maybe have people check in with you on arrival at the restaurant to give you a check or cash. My routine once I have a pretty good estimate of all-in costs is to round up to the nearest $5...
- Fri Mar 16, 2018 8:14 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: ***BWE 2018 Convention DC: Sat 3/24 Charlie Palmer***
- Replies: 243
- Views: 21835
Re: ***DC '18: March 22-25: Saturday March 24 dinner***
It'll eventually get forwarded to our new address. Don't worry about it.