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Old 14 March 2015, 12:11 PM   #31
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..now I need a glass of wine!
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Old 14 March 2015, 01:40 PM   #32
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...much better!!!!
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Old 14 March 2015, 09:53 PM   #33
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I've never heard of Vietti. What is it you like about their wines?



Exactly what I was hoping for. Thank you!



I had forgotten about Smith & Hook! And you know what? After looking for a year I finally sourced a bottle of The Prisoner while on vacation (I could never find it locally) but haven't opened it yet. I'm saving it for a special occasion :)



That's it. I vote the next TRF gathering be at your place!



It looks like we have very similar tastes! A 2009 Caymus is actually the bottle that got me started on this journey and will always remain a favorite of mine. I'll have to try the others you shared too. Thanks!
Definitely try out the Heitz
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Old 14 March 2015, 11:01 PM   #34
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...much better!!!!
Agreed!
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Old 14 March 2015, 11:02 PM   #35
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Nothing amazing but lots of french bubbles and Aussie & Kiwi red's and whites. My beloved hill of grace, penfolds and my favourite Lake's Folly. An old photo with the Daytona in shot.
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Old 15 March 2015, 04:30 AM   #36
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My wife and I are fans of the central coast of California, lots of nice wines and a bit more laid back than farther north.

The Malbec (not from CA) is a great bargain.
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Old 15 March 2015, 04:31 AM   #37
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Old 15 March 2015, 09:00 AM   #38
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For me... Australian Cab Sauv is my preferred choice.

Not shown here as it is impossible to get in UK but Rockfords from the Adelaide hills. Their sparkling Shiraz is to die for (any Aussie members know of this?)

Also Shaw & Smith is highly recommended.
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Old 15 March 2015, 09:23 AM   #39
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Home for the weekend heading back out on the road next week, but the wife and I are breaking in new wine glasses tonight...
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Old 16 March 2015, 12:43 PM   #40
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And I mean quality over quantity

I wasn't introduced to GOOD red wine until my late 30's but I've been a fan ever since. In fact, I still have the bottle from that memorable dinner. I'm always on the lookout for new wines to try and, being the classy gents you seem to be, I thought I might find some like-minded individuals here that could offer up suggestions.

Also - Love Trefethen -- Halo is PHENOMENAL as are about all of their cabs (sav and franc). If you like Malbec - they have a WONDERFUL 100% Malbec called Dragons Tooth.

I tend to separate my wines in to three tiers: everyday wines (~$20), date night wines (~$40-$50), and special occasion wines ($75+). What I'd love to hear from you are some of your favorites for each of the categories. My tastes tend towards deep, dry, smooth, bold reds and I'm partial to Napa (but am open to wines from all over the world).

I pulled a few of my special occasion favorites from my wine cage to share with you, snuggled up with my DateJust and favorite wine opener (picked up from a tour at Joseph Phelps... couldn't resist the bling!). Lower tier favorites include Decoy, Belle Glos, Carmel Road, La Crema, Sextant, Altocedro, Maipe, Meiomi, and most MollyDooker's.
Those are some great wines!!!

I wouldn't even know where to start....we spent 10 days in Napa over the holidays and I re-stocked my cellar nicely...Sequoia Grove is great - we visited them along with MANY others while we were out there. Brough back some Cambium.

I'm a big fan of Amizetta (smaller, lower production vineyard) and the owners and family are GREAT people. Pride is another go to for me along with Viader (more for special occasions) - they are located on the top of Howell mountain in Deer Valley. They produce high end Bordeaux-style cabs.

Another few favorites are Nickel & Nickel, Scarecrow and Bond wines and OF COURSE Screaming Eagle --- when it's available.
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Old 16 March 2015, 12:52 PM   #41
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These are some gems...


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Old 16 March 2015, 12:56 PM   #42
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Oooh, more of my favorites! As a rule I do not like white wine, but I was surprised by Far Niente's Chardonnay; I actually tried their white before their Cab (which was über delicious!). Also a fan of the yellow label! I tried a 2002 Cristal but honestly wasn't impressed. I found it very yeasty in taste. What is the middle bottle? I can't read the label.

Oh, other good ones to share with you are Cask and Quintessa for upper level, Frogs Leap for mid-level, and Worthy and Hess for everyday wines.

I've gotten some great suggestions so far for the "nicer occasion" wines, but as we know it's hard to find a truly enjoyable wine at the "everyday" price. What are your favorites?
So,Buttercup,many of my enablers/corruptors are here!
The middle bottle is Pappy Van Winkle 23 year old bourbon.
It's not wine,so it shouldn't have been in this thread,but it was inspired by my TRF friends!
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Old 16 March 2015, 03:21 PM   #43
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I love reds & I usually find one I like & stick to it, although I've found the guys are very free with their advice & you have to try them out. LOL My cheap go to is Menage A Trois although I'm opening my scope to a broader range of varieties of grapes. I like 2 whites, 1 is a Sauvignon Blanc from Kim Crawford & a Late Autumn Riesling from Inneskillin from Ontario, Canada. I recently bought the Chardonnay from Kim Crawford for my cousin who is primarily in to white wine & she raved about it so it will be worthy of a try in future.

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Old 16 March 2015, 03:41 PM   #44
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I like to stick with a basic Châteauneuf-du-Pape. La Fiole du Pape is a specific favorite but getting harder to find.




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Old 17 March 2015, 07:07 AM   #45
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I so love this thread. I have a feeling I'll be referring back to it for a long time! Thanks for your help
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Old 17 March 2015, 08:40 AM   #46
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We are preferable to Cali red as well. Notably Pahlmeyer, Peju, Round Pond, Silver Oak are always around the house. We will mix in a Dunn Bros, Hall, Seghesio and Ridge with some regularity. We are equal opportunity between Cabs, Pinots, Blends and Red Zinfandels...
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Old 17 March 2015, 10:52 AM   #47
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I have never in my 39 years been a wine drinker and only know the difference between white and red once they are in the glass. We were at a charity function this weekend (that was centered around wine so we were lost) and they had this on the tables amongst others that were several times it's price according to those in the know. But we really enjoyed this and I may seek it out for a little byob place we go to with friends from time to time.


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Old 18 March 2015, 08:48 AM   #48
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Love the Prisoner; great bottle for the $$
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Old 18 March 2015, 08:59 AM   #49
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Love the Prisoner; great bottle for the $$
I agree!
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Old 18 March 2015, 09:42 AM   #50
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I went through a wine "phase" but started getting really bad wine headaches so I kind of drifted away from it.

Sorry no pics but some recommendations...

Chardonnay: Grgich Hills
Pinot Noir: ZD
Cabs: Stag's Leap SLV, Cornerstone Howell Mountain
Zin: St. Francis Three Valley's

All in the $25 to $50 range.
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Old 18 March 2015, 09:49 AM   #51
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A little Fume Blanc this gorgeous evening...JRE is a small boutique style winery in California. Got to meet the owner and winemaker this past year at a wine dinner at my country club. Great guy and great wines!!!


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Old 18 March 2015, 10:12 AM   #52
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This was a fun day - having a reserve tasting at Trefethen vineyards over the holidays. GREAT wines.


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Old 19 March 2015, 04:15 AM   #53
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Part of my evening last night. We love the St. Francis Cab, but after being jet lagged and finishing up with the Lagavulin, let's just say some Advil was in order this morning!
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