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Old 6 November 2014, 03:09 PM   #31
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LOL Cool name...Found the Morse Code wine on the list at the LCBO here in Ontario (regulates sales of all alcohol).
Bottle would make a good conversation starter. ;-)

A lot of times the labels will draw me in to read a bit more about the wine.
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Old 6 November 2014, 03:09 PM   #32
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I had an opportunity to visit Palmaz Vineyards this summer. A state of the art, gravity fed facility that was built into the mountains of Napa that puts out some amazing but very limited cases of wine.

If you ever have the opportunity to try it, let alone tour the vineyard, take it.
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Old 6 November 2014, 03:10 PM   #33
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Good thread judy I need to get back into wine! I tend to be obsessive and have been deep into beer with the occasional spell of whiskey/bourbon. Last check in with wine, I was a pinot noir and barolo man.
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Old 6 November 2014, 03:24 PM   #34
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Tom, beer has skyrocketed. So many microbreweries & specialty brands have emerged. I'm not in to beer really. I might have a Coors Light or Bud Light with dinner just to have something super cold. Lately I discovered Muskoka Craft Lager here in Ontario. Awesome & home grown. I still like wine though. :-)

I was watching House Hunters International last week & the host commented there were over 450 varieties of beer in Belgium. So..theres got to be something about beer. ;-)


Renato, great suggestion. The colour is splendid. :-)
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Old 6 November 2014, 05:00 PM   #35
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I've been saving my birth year port for my birthday on Saturday.

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Old 7 November 2014, 02:21 AM   #36
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I've been liking Smith & Hook Cabernet lately:

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Old 7 November 2014, 03:30 AM   #37
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Winston, a milestone birthday deserves a milestone beverage. :-) Happy Birthday. :-)
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Old 7 November 2014, 03:43 AM   #38
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Judy,

Favorite Special Occasion Wine = Caymus (California Cab)
Favorite Daily Wine = Mollydooker Maitre D' (Australian Cab)

I always seem to lean towards a Cabernet. I love the over the top, oaky, extracted, fruit-bomb wines. California seems to produce tons of great Cabs, but unfortunately they are way too overpriced. I have recently begun drinking more Australian and Washington State Cabs. Both of these seem to still represent great value.
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Old 7 November 2014, 04:45 AM   #39
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I've been saving my birth year port for my birthday on Saturday.

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Old 7 November 2014, 11:26 PM   #40
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I've been holding my age well. Haha
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I understand that Screaming Eagle, 2011, comes highly recommended from others on TRF.
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Old 8 November 2014, 01:06 AM   #42
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Tho I'm a Scotch guy, my favorite vino is Meiomi Pinot Noir (around $21/bottle).
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Old 8 November 2014, 01:59 AM   #43
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I understand that Screaming Eagle, 2011, comes highly recommended from others on TRF.
Screaming Eagle is supposed to be amazing, but unfortunately most of us will never be able to drink a bottle. Most of the cult Cabernets from California are sold exclusively on waiting lists and never end up shops. Occasionally, you can find a bottle of Screaming Eagle at auction, so I suppose that's an option.
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Old 8 November 2014, 09:16 AM   #44
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Red wine, I like a Bardolino, slightly chilled. Love Chianti, Valpolicella or Ripasso. I just love MIP rose. Also love rose from the Bandol area. For white wine I like Rueda wines, Sauvignon Blanc, Pouilly Fuse and Fume.
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Old 8 November 2014, 12:01 PM   #45
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Old 8 November 2014, 02:31 PM   #46
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Just opened up a bottle of 2007 Cade Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain that has been stowed away for a few years, it's absolutely splendid. Was worth the wait.
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Old 8 November 2014, 02:32 PM   #47
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Old 8 November 2014, 03:53 PM   #48
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I love the over the top, oaky, extracted, fruit-bomb wines. California seems to produce tons of great Cabs, but unfortunately they are way too overpriced. I have recently begun drinking more Australian and Washington State Cabs. Both of these seem to still represent great value.
Paul, if you like Aussie and like "fruit bombs" then look out for this one.



It's a Shiraz made from mature Barossa vines. He has other varieties also if memory serves.
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Old 8 November 2014, 04:43 PM   #49
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Cade is fantastic stuff as is its older brother plump jack. The great thing about wine drink what you enjoy ...price doesn't matter.

With that being said would love an opportunity to give screaming eagle a run...heard great things
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Old 8 November 2014, 06:39 PM   #50
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Great suggestions guys. :-)

I understand that Screaming Eagle is incredibly expensive. It's not even on my radar. My radar zero's in on less expensive wines. I don't begrudge those with a passion for the uber expensive stuff. If they have the means, why not. It's been interesting to read the other thread about Screaming Eagle. I have no idea that other world exists.

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Old 8 November 2014, 06:41 PM   #51
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Cade is fantastic stuff as is its older brother plump jack. The great thing about wine drink what you enjoy ...price doesn't matter.

With that being said would love an opportunity to give screaming eagle a run...heard great things
Agree 100% about flavour and inexperience vs price. I've had enormous flavour experiences from wines in very reasonable ranges. And have had bad ones in up market wines. It's about the hunt for the sweet spot IMHO. Finding the niche. God I love wine.
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Cade is fantastic stuff as is its older brother plump jack. The great thing about wine drink what you enjoy ...price doesn't matter.

With that being said would love an opportunity to give screaming eagle a run...heard great things
Agree 100% about flavour and inexperience vs price. I've had enormous flavour experiences from wines in very reasonable ranges. And have had bad ones in up market wines. It's about the hunt for the sweet spot IMHO. Finding the niche. God I love wine.
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Profound....

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Hilarious!
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I've moved to Italian wines for the most part. I love Brunello, Nebbiolo, Barolo and some blends. One of my favourites is Farnese Edizione Cinque Autoctoni Abruzzi. This is a wine is a blend of Five wines and presents substantial body, and has lovely ruby/garnet colour. It's like drinking red velvet. I get it from a local importer as it's not listed at our LCBO. As with all of my wines I put in my wine storage at 57 degrees for a few months before drinking it. This makes a noticeable difference in the taste.
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Old 9 November 2014, 03:27 AM   #56
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I've moved to Italian wines for the most part. I get it from a local importer as it's not listed at our LCBO.
I want to get some fine Italian wine for some fine Italian friends of mine, for Christmas. I'm limited to the LCBO's offerings. Any recommendations?
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I want to get some fine Italian wine for some fine Italian friends of mine, for Christmas. I'm limited to the LCBO's offerings. Any recommendations?
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Paul, if you like Aussie and like "fruit bombs" then look out for this one.



It's a Shiraz made from mature Barossa vines. He has other varieties also if memory serves.
Thanks for the suggestion!
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My last incoming! Went to the vineyard last summer!
You can never go wrong with Caymus.
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Simply...The Wine Thread

I would like to recommend a great little vineyard that produces some awesome wines. We buy "wine future" by the case. Check them out here! https://www.vsattui.com/
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