Winedavid39 wrote:It's harvest. i bet they'll chime in some time over the weekend. But all bet's are off in Sept/Oct.

Today is one of our biggest days in harvest. This is a vintage much like 2004, small crop coming in fast and early. My guess, the Littles are knee deep in grapes. Today we brought in 25 tons of Syrah, 13 tons of Barbera and 9 tons of Riesling. Tomorrow we'll be back at it starting at 4 AM to get things ready. I sure like the spec's on this wine and I'm in for one, especially after reading all the great comments from everyone.

ScottHarveyWines wrote:I sure like the spec's on this wine and I'm in for one, especially after reading all the great comments from everyone.

Scott, I do believe you are becoming as addicted to wine.woot as the rest of us. The only difference is you can raid the home stash!

whats a "parrakeet?"

SPAL CHAIK FUR DAS VEEN

Got some (wine that is).

Lets just hope it does not take two weeks to ship...sheesh.

jwhite6114 wrote:Why not in for 2 now?

Little is popular, as you can see, and you know what happens when popular wines come back to wine.woot.

Ok, In for 2 now~!

kylemittskus wrote:Jopo = madwine's husband?

Jopo+ Eric......

kylemittskus wrote:Is Paso Robles Sonoma or is it south?

Paso Robles is Central Coast California. Starts in Santa Barbara and goes to Monterey (below San Jose). Sonoma/Napa are Northern California.

See here for more info on Cental Coast California wine areas.

kylemittskus wrote:I just noticed that this is unfiltered. NICE!!! And the 2005 says it can be cellared for 10-12 years. Maybe this vintage is similar?

don't know if it applies in Sonoma, but 04's in Napa are more "consume now" than 05's.

Speaking of the differences in vintages, I wonder if anyone has any clue as to the 2006 vintages? Obviously, I have some 2006's now with the Wellington's, but those are recent release. Any idea as to the general consensus about California Cabs from that year?

Edit: Obviously my 2006 Wellingtons aren't Cab, I don't know what I was smoking. But I am still curious as to the general feeling of winemakers out there about the 2006's.

linuxsense wrote:Got some (wine that is).

Lets just hope it does not take two weeks to ship...sheesh.

ouch ..long wait for tastey

ScottHarveyWines wrote:Today is one of our biggest days in harvest. This is a vintage much like 2004, small crop coming in fast and early. My guess, the Littles are knee deep in grapes. Today we brought in 25 tons of Syrah, 13 tons of Barbera and 9 tons of Riesling. Tomorrow we'll be back at it starting at 4 AM to get things ready. I sure like the spec's on this wine and I'm in for one, especially after reading all the great comments from everyone.

Scott, you provided me w/ your distributors name in OH during your last Zin offering. Thanks again. I picked up some of your 2005 red label Barbera. Best $20 bottle I think I've ever had. As soon as I get a few bills paid I will be calling to order 1/2 a case of red label and 1/2 case of the wht label.

Very disappointed there's no GA on this one

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lauratchi wrote:You have to tell me about Center Stage. When WD gave the clues, I was hoping that would be the offering, but... sigh alas.

Apparently first release (officially) is to the wine club. I am planning to open a little too early, so I can taste and see if I want more. I really enjoy their reds, and the 2002 Resonance blend is excellent. So I am hopeful they have a good touch with this blend. And then I will know if I need to buy more.

What happen to the state of Michigan? I have ordered wine from Woot on many occasions. Suddenly Michigan is off the list?????

Big, tasty Cab, great mouth feel. Like the other LV wines, has never failed to impress.
Fruity and complex, but smooth as silk without a fiery afterburn. My brother didn't know he liked red wine until he tasted this Cab.
I think it will cellar wonderfully.

This was my first woot ever and I am pumped to see how it turns out. I really jumped on this one based on the all of the wonderful comments. I read these forums a lot just to up my knowledge of wine and appreciate hearing everyone's insight.
Would people share with me their favorite wine sites? Whether its ones to purchase or ones to show off my "cellar", any links would be appreciated.
Thanks woot! community.

Wow! I've never seen so many black squares on the boards for one offering

I assume that bodes well for the ambrosial character of the wine offered, though I suppose it just means it appeals to more wine.woot.addicts :-)

PwndNoob wrote:This was my first woot ever and I am pumped to see how it turns out. I really jumped on this one based on the all of the wonderful comments. I read these forums a lot just to up my knowledge of wine and appreciate hearing everyone's insight.
Would people share with me their favorite wine sites? Whether its ones to purchase or ones to show off my "cellar", any links would be appreciated.
Thanks woot! community.

www.cellartracker.com is a GREAT resource for managing your own cellar, seeing reviews, how much other people paid, seeing other people's cellars, etc.

one thing i love, is if i see, for example, corrado gave a great review to something i also love, then i lurk around his cellar and see what other wines i might think about purchasing. its an amazing resource.

I went in for 3 yesterday. Of note... my first w.w completed entirely on my iPhone... while sitting at traffic lights on my way to work no less.

spdrcr05 wrote:I went in for 3 yesterday. Of note... my first w.w completed entirely on my iPhone... while sitting at traffic lights on my way to work no less.

Woot offs will never be the same.

jwhite6114 wrote:Woot offs will never be the same.

Neither will driving behind spdrcr05.

javadrinker wrote:Neither will driving behind spdrcr05.

Of note... I did say "while sitting..." I'm addicted to my new iPhone... I'm not obsessed (or dangerous) :D

clayfu wrote:don't know if it applies in Sonoma, but 04's in Napa are more "consume now" than 05's.

Oh! That's interesting. Man, I really hope they pop on if just to answer this one important question.

Awesome idea! Thanks for the great resource. Practically endless wine info! I need to get my "cellar' started (side note: can you call it a cellar with only 20 bottles...)

Sparky - you didn't post notes from the tasting last night.

-- T

ScottHarveyWines wrote:Today is one of our biggest days in harvest. This is a vintage much like 2004, small crop coming in fast and early. My guess, the Littles are knee deep in grapes. Today we brought in 25 tons of Syrah, 13 tons of Barbera and 9 tons of Riesling. Tomorrow we'll be back at it starting at 4 AM to get things ready. I sure like the spec's on this wine and I'm in for one, especially after reading all the great comments from everyone.

Funny, we've ground to a virtual halt this week, only one and a half tons all week after a big week last week. Not much happening next week either, at this rate - another unseasonably cold day again today. We've had a great opportunity to catch up, stay on top of fermentations better than usual, and I've even been able to get a blog out. (Shameless self promotion: see the latest Random Ramblings on the sidebar of the main page).

PwndNoob wrote:Awesome idea! Thanks for the great resource. Practically endless wine info! I need to get my "cellar' started (side note: can you call it a cellar with only 20 bottles...)

Hell yeah!!! It's at least an inchoate cellar.

Anyone want to guess who my best friend is today?? WineDavid! I was picked as a labrat! I almost fell over with anticipation when the FedEx guy pulled in!! Yippie for me! I've had dinner out planned with friends for tonight all week, unfortunately we're going for sushi. I know this isn't going to be the best combo for this wine, but I'll make the sacrifice for all of those still on the fence. Duty calls you know! What I had been planning on bringing to dinner is my very last bottle of G Sake! As it's byob, I will bring both for us all to enjoy and post notes later this evening.

Thank you , Thank you, Thank You WineDavid!!

jenludwig wrote: Thank you , Thank you, Thank You WineDavid!!

A near-lurker gets labrat. Can someone check the bylaws and make sure this is allowed?

timbyrd wrote:Sparky - you didn't post notes from the tasting last night.

-- T

Haven't had time yet. Soon.

kylemittskus wrote:A near-lurker gets labrat. Can someone check the bylaws and make sure this is allowed?

Doesn't seem that unjustified (not that any justification is necessary):

jenludwig wrote:It hasn't been that long since I ordered, but I am REALLY trying to cut back. But I can't resist Little Vineyards. I've been waiting for them! It was hard passing up the sake, but my husband doesn't like it. We both loved Little Vinyards last time, and I just about cried when I drank our last bottle. In for three, and ready for my first labrat

Looking forward to the review (as it'll be several weeks before I get to try any myself)

kylemittskus wrote:A near-lurker gets labrat. Can someone check the bylaws and make sure this is allowed?

jen is cool - it's not only quantity that matters, there's quality as well.

UBlink wrote:jen is cool - it's not only quantity that matters, there's quality as well.

Thank you UBlink! I was active for a bit, and then life got in the way. I try to keep up with the forums and comment when I can. Tasting notes may be late tonight, but you can rest assured I will fulfill my duty and get them posted by the AM.

UBlink wrote:jen is cool - it's not only quantity that matters, there's quality as well.

Case in point:

MarkDaSpark wrote:Haven't had time yet. Soon.

jenludwig wrote:Thank you UBlink! I was active for a bit, and then life got in the way. I try to keep up with the forums and comment when I can. Tasting notes may be late tonight, but you can rest assured I will fulfill my duty and get them posted by the AM.

I was entirely joking, BTW. I am looking forward to your report. Maybe you can attempt a guess as to what you think the cellar-life may be?

kylemittskus wrote:I was entirely joking, BTW. I am looking forward to your report. Maybe you can attempt a guess as to what you think the cellar-life may be?

Oh, I didn't take it too seriously or to heart, no worries I'm no good for guessing the cellaring time for a wine, the longest they ever last is 2 years, and thats if I lose them under some other wines;) However, Little Vineyards site does say that the wine should continue to evolve beautifully in the bottle up to 10 years. http://www.littlevineyards.com/new_releases_04cab.html Hopefully that helps all those who always want to know how long they can cellar the wines for!

kylemittskus wrote:A near-lurker gets labrat. Can someone check the bylaws and make sure this is allowed?

No "near lurker" in jen's case! You're just too much of a n00b, Psquishy!

jenludwig wrote:Oh, I didn't take it too seriously or to heart, no worries I'm no good for guessing the cellaring time for a wine, the longest they ever last is 2 years, and thats if I lose them under some other wines;) However, Little Vineyards site does say that the wine should continue to evolve beautifully in the bottle up to 10 years. http://www.littlevineyards.com/new_releases_04cab.html Hopefully that helps all those who always want to know how long they can cellar the wines for!

OH! NICE!!! Ten years it is.

cjsiege wrote:No "near lurker" in jen's case! You're just too much of a n00b, Psquishy!

I have more posts than you and you are only 6 months "older" than I am!!!