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mem
Citizen
Username: Mem
Post Number: 4835
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2005 - 8:50 pm: |     |
I have to get Algebra a b'day present, and I figure I'll splurge on a really nice bottle or two and pretend it's for their wine cellar, this way I get some. But I need some new wines, something really unique and nice, thanks for any input, and cheers. |
ML
Supporter
Username: Ml1
Post Number: 2531
Registered: 5-2002
| | Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2005 - 9:04 pm: | |
Guenoc Petite Sirah
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mem
Citizen
Username: Mem
Post Number: 4837
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2005 - 9:11 pm: | |
ML - Thank you. Nice label as well - she looks like my grandmother! Seriously! Is it CA? |
ML
Supporter
Username: Ml1
Post Number: 2532
Registered: 5-2002
| | Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2005 - 9:20 pm: | |
yes, it's CA.
The label is famous 19th century actress Lillie Langtry. Was she your grandmother?
If you click on the link I posted above you can get reviewers' comments on the wine (although the winery's own tasting notes are misplaced. they put the notes from their Sauvignon Blanc next to the Petite Sirah). The website also lists the distributors in NJ who carry it, so you can find out where it's sold. |
Citizen X
Citizen
Username: Citizen_x
Post Number: 20
Registered: 4-2004
| | Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2005 - 10:12 pm: | |
1997 Gaja Nebbiolo Conteisa |
Soda
Supporter
Username: Soda
Post Number: 3266
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2005 - 10:43 pm: | |
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kmk
Supporter
Username: Kmk
Post Number: 666
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 9:22 am: | |
I have had this empty bottle nest to my computer for months!
I am trying to track down another 2001 Dalla Valle Vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa). It was incredible. |
doulamomma
Citizen
Username: Doulamomma
Post Number: 395
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 9:46 am: | |
Not fancy, but I like this year's Beaujolais Nouveau (only found George Duboeuf here but lots of little brands in France - seemed that each shop had their own label...we happened to be there on the release day this year, which was quite fun) |
Guy
Supporter
Username: Vandalay
Post Number: 818
Registered: 8-2004
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 1:01 pm: | |
Mem, the Guenoc Petite Sirah is a fine bottle for the price. Less than 20 bucks.
If you want to go a little higher why not keep it simple and get her a 2000 or 2001 Jordan Cabernet. You can get it for under $40.
Ruffino Reserva Ducale Chianti Gold Label under $30 or The Tenute Marchesi Antinori Chianti for under $40.
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Soulful Mr T
Citizen
Username: Howardt
Post Number: 458
Registered: 11-2004
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 1:42 pm: | |
Any Brunello del Montalcino! |
singlemalt
Supporter
Username: Singlemalt
Post Number: 1037
Registered: 12-2001
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 7:47 pm: | |
Plumpjack Cab! Any year will do. Yum. |
Innisowen
Citizen
Username: Innisowen
Post Number: 764
Registered: 3-2004
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 8:21 pm: | |
I'll second the Brunello di Montalcino and add the Tignanello d'Antinori. |
Soulful Mr T
Citizen
Username: Howardt
Post Number: 460
Registered: 11-2004
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 8:40 pm: | |
While you're at it, I'll take a bottle of that Tignanello...
...it's SUPER, it's TUSCAN, it's a...
SUPER TUSCAN!!! |
Innisowen
Citizen
Username: Innisowen
Post Number: 765
Registered: 3-2004
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 9:22 pm: | |
Join me, Mr. T. It kills the wallet these days, but it does soothe the gullet. |
Hank Zona
Supporter
Username: Hankzona
Post Number: 3409
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 24, 2005 - 1:02 pm: | |
Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape (or Mont Redon, La Nerthe, Rayas CDPs)
or any fine red Burgundy...when theyre good, they can be sublime (a word I rarely use). Premier Crus are more "affordable" in general than "Grand Crus", but if youre springing for a friend or on expense account, splurge! |
ML
Supporter
Username: Ml1
Post Number: 2553
Registered: 5-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 24, 2005 - 7:15 pm: | |
well, if you're going to splurge, and you're taking Hank's advice, here's a burdundy for you:
1988 Savigny-les-Beaune Premier Cru "Jarrons - La Dominode"
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Maplewoody
Citizen
Username: Maplewoody
Post Number: 951
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 25, 2005 - 7:41 am: | |
Anapamu Pinot Noir
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mtierney
Citizen
Username: Mtierney
Post Number: 829
Registered: 3-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 25, 2005 - 11:58 am: | |
Frankly, I wouldn't know a "good" wine from a bad one. But, I know what I like. Is there a red wine that would please my dumb palate as much as any brand white zinfandel does?
I'd like to switch to reds because of the alleged health benefits.
What I don't like are heavy, sweet wines of any color. |
redY67
Citizen
Username: Redy67
Post Number: 2001
Registered: 2-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 25, 2005 - 1:23 pm: | |
mtierney try a meritage, or pinot. They are a softer wine to start with. One of my favorites is the Pepperwood Grove Pinot Noir. |
algebra2
Supporter
Username: Algebra2
Post Number: 3450
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 25, 2005 - 1:57 pm: | |
I really like that Pepperwood Grove -- $9.99 at Maplewood liquors! |
redY67
Citizen
Username: Redy67
Post Number: 2004
Registered: 2-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 25, 2005 - 2:16 pm: | |
alg is it still? Last time I went it was $11.99?????? |
algebra2
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Username: Algebra2
Post Number: 3451
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 25, 2005 - 2:19 pm: | |
It was $9.99 recently -- maybe last week. |
redY67
Citizen
Username: Redy67
Post Number: 2005
Registered: 2-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 25, 2005 - 2:27 pm: | |
Cool I must go buy a case!!  |
Guy
Supporter
Username: Vandalay
Post Number: 825
Registered: 8-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 25, 2005 - 2:29 pm: | |
Ladies, please shop at the Winelibrary. That bottle of pinot goes for $7.99 |
redY67
Citizen
Username: Redy67
Post Number: 2007
Registered: 2-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 25, 2005 - 2:34 pm: | |
No way! You guys are making my day..... |
Earlster
Supporter
Username: Earlster
Post Number: 1140
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, May 26, 2005 - 10:12 pm: | |
A great one for a gift is the '2001 Primitovo Di Manduria - Old Vines'. I got it at the WL, however I'm not sure if they have any left. |
stubelou
Citizen
Username: Stubelou
Post Number: 21
Registered: 1-2003
| | Posted on Friday, May 27, 2005 - 9:11 pm: | |
anything by ken wright |
Scott
Citizen
Username: Selnychef
Post Number: 45
Registered: 10-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, June 7, 2005 - 9:11 pm: | |
Veramonte Primus - Cab and Carregnan (sp) from Argentina. Awesome big red for ribeye or short rib. $17 at the wine store by the Gate, Valley st.
A red to have on hand, try the new 5 litre bag in a box. They are not what they used to be and stay somewhat fresh for weeks in your fridge. Shiraz from Australia is available in a box. |
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