bsevern wrote:Great info, thank you!

I was kind of thinking this would be nice to have out at Thanksgiving for my 2 buck chuck loving aunt & uncle (although they love to drink your good wine, they don't taste the difference between it and the cheap stuff - sigh). They'll just have to wait until Christmas

We haven't messed with Beaujolais Nouveau in a long time. It's a very light/fresh style that we just didn't enjoy. So, keep in mind that even $2 chuck is a very different animal.

iByron wrote:Thanks for the Gilt City heads up. As of last night, the $100 for $50 was sold out, so I had to buy the $200 for $100 jawn.

Oh well...

iByron

If you need filler items, I can vouch for any of the Blue Bottle coffees or the Hong Hong Habanero Mustard. Great stuff!

cmaldoon wrote:Last night I had the chance to open a 1990 Raymond cab (not even their reserve) and it was absolutely beautiful. The front end had beautiful acidity which resolved into deep red fruits still with significant life. The finish was beautiful with a slight sweet woodiness.

Best 20 year wine I've had to date (not saying much, but it was still damn good) Makes me look forward to my 20 year corisons even more

Glad to hear that, because I've been stashing some older cabs away to try out. So far haven't opened any except the 1999 Silverado Vineyards cab, which was excellent.

Here's the vintage cabs I managed to pick up:

1994 Corison Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum
1991 BV Georges de Latour Cabernet Sauvignon
1992 BV Georges de Latour Cabernet Sauvignon
1989 Judd's Hill Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
1985 St. Andrews Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
1984-1987 Livingston Moffett Vineyard Napa Valley Cab Sauv
1996 Buena Vista Carneros Cabernet Sauvignon
1985 Inglenook Cask Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
1988 Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
1994 Hartwell Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon
1999 Havens Wine Cellars Napa Valley Bourriquot
1991 Heitz Cellar Trailside Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
1999 Silverado Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Hopefully their not all swill when I open them

cmaldoon wrote:Last night I had the chance to open a 1990 Raymond cab (not even their reserve) and it was absolutely beautiful. The front end had beautiful acidity which resolved into deep red fruits still with significant life. The finish was beautiful with a slight sweet woodiness.

Best 20 year wine I've had to date (not saying much, but it was still damn good) Makes me look forward to my 20 year corisons even more

Good to hear. I think I've got some of the older Raymonds coming from Invino at some point. Did you decant it at all?

redwinefan wrote:If you need filler items, I can vouch for any of the Blue Bottle coffees or the Hong Hong Habanero Mustard. Great stuff!

Thanks for the tip! I'm going for the Friuilan whites from Movia and La Castellada. Those are some of the best whites around (sometimes known as "orange" wines) and they're very well suited to my "big red" palate. Plus they are more versatile food-wise than most lighter whites.

I may pick up a cheap Bordeaux and definitely the Tuscan and Moroccan rubs.

iByron

redwinefan wrote:Good to hear. I think I've got some of the older Raymonds coming from Invino at some point. Did you decant it at all?

It was poured into a decanter (though as much for the fact the waitress couldn't get the cork out in one piece as anything)

My date and I let it rest a couple min and then started drinking it. It was superb from the start and was probably fully open (in my estimate) by about 30 min. My last sip 90 min later was going downhill.

cmaldoon wrote:It was poured into a decanter (though as much for the fact the waitress couldn't get the cork out in one piece as anything)

My date and I let it rest a couple min and then started drinking it. It was superb from the start and was probably fully open (in my estimate) by about 30 min. My last sip 90 min later was going downhill.

just missed a 1998 Raymond on Wtso!

McMalbec wrote:just missed a 1998 Raymond on Wtso!

Actually it was a 1989:

Library Collection
Napa Valley
Private Reserve
Cabernet Sauvignon 1989
originally priced at $90.00 and available now for only $24.99.

I missed it too, was tied up on the phone, then checked my email and saw the WTSO alert, but it was gone, sold out in a NY minute!

2009 Ty Caton TyTanium on sale at Wine Spies for $42. Must buy six for free shipping with code "ELITESPY"

Not as good a deal as Woot but available for a few dollars more.

bsevern wrote:Actually it was a 1989:

Library Collection
Napa Valley
Private Reserve
Cabernet Sauvignon 1989
originally priced at $90.00 and available now for only $24.99.

I missed it too, was tied up on the phone, then checked my email and saw the WTSO alert, but it was gone, sold out in a NY minute!

Picked up 6 bottles; sold out quick.

Wine.com sent me a coupon that is supposedly multi use, but I'm not sure.

Coupon Code: WHCA2001
$10 off $49 (can be $48.99)

If you don't have steward ship, this may not be useful at all.

ERMD wrote:Picked up 6 bottles; sold out quick.

Something tells me we'll see more Raymond Library wines on WTSO.

bsevern wrote:Something tells me we'll see more Raymond Library wines on WTSO.

If so, I will be a very poor man

Wow the 2007 Saddleback Cellars Old Vine Zinfandel sold out fast on lot18.

Wish they still had vouchers!

amaizing wrote:2009 Ty Caton TyTanium on sale at Wine Spies for $42. Must buy six for free shipping with code "ELITESPY"

Not as good a deal as Woot but available for a few dollars more.

Was thinking about this offer but then found out that WS doesn't ship to Texas anymore.

Z

From Donati:

We just couldn't wait until Friday, so we're offering a sneak preview of our Black Friday Sale, starting today!Save over 65% on selected wines by the case:2009 Pinot Grigio, 2007 Sorelle Per Sempre, 2007 Syrah Like the headline reads, it is a 'sneak preview' of what you can expect later in the week, so check back for updates to our Online Shop, we've got even more great deals to offer you. Wine makes a great gift this Holiday season, and with prices like these, we're making the shopping easy on you and your wallet.

In looking at the site:
- Pinot Grigio $59 per case
- Syrah $79
- Sorelle $69

The Sorelle is a nice everyday wine, and assuming $3-4 per bottle for shipping, it still comes to only $9-10. Normally it is $20 on the web site. Don't know if you need to be a wine club member to purchase this deal.

Z

Kent Rasmussen 1987 Cabernet up on invino for $40 this week

cmaldoon wrote:Kent Rasmussen 1987 Cabernet up on invino for $40 this week

Sold out already. Wonder how many they had? Did get one though.

Z

cmaldoon wrote:Kent Rasmussen 1987 Cabernet up on invino for $40 this week

Already sold out.

I have picked up some of these older wines from Invino's charity fund raiser....I just wonder if their going to taste vile or be something special, it seems you're really taking a risk on these 1980's vintages, most of which are long past their prime.

Already starting to see Black Friday wine deals announced. Should we detail them in this thread or start a new one?

redwinefan wrote:Already starting to see Black Friday wine deals announced. Should we detail them in this thread or start a new one?

Since this is page 49, maybe a new thread would be best. I vote for Black Friday Wine Deals. Can I have a second on that motion?

jmdavidson wrote:Since this is page 49, maybe a new thread would be best. I vote for Black Friday Wine Deals. Can I have a second on that motion?

I could go either way.

2007 GB cab on WTSO for $25. Free ship on 3

Woot regular Pedroncelli has a special on Zin right now: 6 pack of 2006 Pedroni Bushnell Zin for $65 shipped. https://store.pedroncelli.com/SHOP.AMS?LEVEL=MID&CATCODE=SPECIAL

It appears to be even cheaper at this price than it was when last offered on woot.

C.G. Di Arie has some holiday gift packs for sale. Here is the list:

Holiday Gifts Designated for the General Public

My Three Zins: Zinfandel,"Southern Exposure" - Vertical Trio. '05, '06 and '07 vintages.
Chaim's flagship wines from over 100 year old vines. A collector's special!
Regular Price - $105; Holiday Gift Price - $84.00; Includes gift wrap and shipping.


Que Cera - Syrah: Syrah "Southern Exposure" - Vertical Trio. '04, '05, and '06 vintages.
"Old World" classic style wines that will take you on "The Tour De France" ...
Regular Price - $105.00; Holiday Gift Price - $84.00; Includes gift wrap and shipping.


My Three "Little" Bears: Petite Sirah - Vertical Trio. '06, '07 and '08 vintages.
Inky, purple, bold and powerful - but yet....superbly elegant!
Regular Price - $90.00; Holiday Gift Price - $72.00; Includes gift wrap and shipping.


Barbera Madness: Barbera - Vertical Quartet. '05, '06, '07 and '08 vintages.
These Barberas will conquer the world with their fruit intensity & perfect acid balance.
Regular Price - $96.00; Holiday Gift Price - $76.80; Includes gift wrap and shipping.


Que Bello Porto: Port Trio - Tawny, Ruby and 2008 Vintage Ports.
Made from authentic Port varietals - A true fusion of "New World" & Portugese "Style" Ports.
Regular Price - $80.00; Holiday Gift Price - $64.00; Includes gift wrap and shipping.


Di Arie Melange: A sampling of Chaim's favorite wines!
'06 Zinfandel "Southern Exposure"
'05 Syrah "Southern Exposure"
'08 Petite Sirah, Estate Grown and Bottled
'08 Primitivo, Block #4
Regular Price - $125.00; Holiday Gift Price - $100.00; Includes gift wrap and shipping.

Some interesting deals there, IMO.

bowerad wrote:Woot regular Pedroncelli has a special on Zin right now: 6 pack of 2006 Pedroni Bushnell Zin for $65 shipped. https://store.pedroncelli.com/SHOP.AMS?LEVEL=MID&CATCODE=SPECIAL

It appears to be even cheaper at this price than it was when last offered on woot.

Wow, thanks for the heads up! I love Pedroncelli zins, and often am finding zin to be the best house wine here, with 4 kids, and lots of pizza, pasta, etc., it works with just about anything, and isn't quite as heavy as a cab.

I have some of the 09 Bushnell vineyard I bought off of Lot18, and it is a really nice wine. Looking forward to trying the 06.

I can't believe nobody has posted that woot favorite Scott Harvey and his incredibly delicious Reserve Barbera is on Wine Spies at this very moment for a reasonable $22.50.

C'mon people! Wake up!

merryberry wrote:I can't believe nobody has posted that woot favorite Scott Harvey and his incredibly delicious Reserve Barbera is on Wine Spies at this very moment for a reasonable $22.50.

C'mon people! Wake up!

just saw it. Has this vintage been on Woot?
There were no CT notes.

Lots of small wine shops and wineries are participating in the American Express $25 free small business Friday deal. Free $25 to spend on wine combined with a black Friday deal could make a great deal.

McMalbec wrote:just saw it. Has this vintage been on Woot?
There were no CT notes.

It has. Look at the notes for the 06. Great stuff. No adulteration, pure 100% outstanding Barbera.
The woot equivalent price was $20 plus shipping, with two mountain selection wines. Winery price is $30
IMHO it's possibly his best wine, though probably second to his Michigan Riesling.

bsevern wrote:Wow the 2007 Saddleback Cellars Old Vine Zinfandel sold out fast on lot18.

Wish they still had vouchers!

Is the saddleback that good?

I disagree with you re these old cabs from Invino. Well, only wrt the Kent RAsmussen 1987. Its low alcohol (12.x%) and clssically well made. If it's been cellared well it'll be amazing now, and for a few years yet, perhaps. 1987 was an amazing year in Napa according to the tables. I'm intending to keep at least some of my 2007 bottles just as long as this one has been kept.

zmanonice wrote:Sold out already. Wonder how many they had? Did get one though.

Z

me too. I managed to get one (damn, why was I writing an email to tell my pals about it rather than upping my cart?), and filled out my cheap postage with an interesting Alsace sweet Chenin Blanc for $12.

zmanonice wrote:From Donati:

We just couldn't wait until Friday, so we're offering a sneak preview of our Black Friday Sale, starting today!Save over 65% on selected wines by the case:2009 Pinot Grigio, 2007 Sorelle Per Sempre, 2007 Syrah Like the headline reads, it is a 'sneak preview' of what you can expect later in the week, so check back for updates to our Online Shop, we've got even more great deals to offer you. Wine makes a great gift this Holiday season, and with prices like these, we're making the shopping easy on you and your wallet.

In looking at the site:
- Pinot Grigio $59 per case
- Syrah $79
- Sorelle $69

The Sorelle is a nice everyday wine, and assuming $3-4 per bottle for shipping, it still comes to only $9-10. Normally it is $20 on the web site. Don't know if you need to be a wine club member to purchase this deal.

Z

The syrah's good enough, certainly at that price, if not huge value.
FWIW depending on the year of these, the 06 Claret is fading fast, and the Cabernet's also losing its fruit. They have sufficient heat for me to think they'll not age well into secondary characteristics: not enough tannin structure. But lovely they were/ are.
I know they aren't on sale, but it may help if the other blends are similar age / varietals.

richardhod wrote:It has. Look at the notes for the 06. Great stuff. No adulteration, pure 100% outstanding Barbera.
The woot equivalent price was $20 plus shipping, with two mountain selection wines. Winery price is $30
IMHO it's possibly his best wine, though probably second to his Michigan Riesling.

and.. from the interview on thewinespies:

RED: What is the one question that I should have asked you, and what is your answer to that question?

SCOTT: Question: Do you have any new wines planned to make? Answer: I’d love to make a Gewürztraminer from a cold climate region.

Yes!!! please. A Mosel or Alsacien Gewurtz in his hands would be bliss!!

redwinefan wrote:Lots of small wine shops and wineries are participating in the American Express $25 free small business Friday deal. Free $25 to spend on wine combined with a black Friday deal could make a great deal.

I'm hoping WL = small business.

Yep,

Happy Thanksgiving!!



Killer New Deals Just in Time for the Turkey!

Check out some of these HOT Buys...


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Big, Bold & Red

Chappellet 2009 Mountain Cuvee - Napa Valley $23.99

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Wallis Estate 2008 Little Sister Cab. - Diamond Mtn. $39.99 (Made by Thomas River Brown!)




got this from the winebarn.net in orlando, fl

they are in on the $25 deal from amex when you register.

zmanonice wrote:From Donati:

We just couldn't wait until Friday, so we're offering a sneak preview of our Black Friday Sale, starting today!Save over 65% on selected wines by the case:2009 Pinot Grigio, 2007 Sorelle Per Sempre, 2007 Syrah Like the headline reads, it is a 'sneak preview' of what you can expect later in the week, so check back for updates to our Online Shop, we've got even more great deals to offer you. Wine makes a great gift this Holiday season, and with prices like these, we're making the shopping easy on you and your wallet.

In looking at the site:
- Pinot Grigio $59 per case
- Syrah $79
- Sorelle $69

The Sorelle is a nice everyday wine, and assuming $3-4 per bottle for shipping, it still comes to only $9-10. Normally it is $20 on the web site. Don't know if you need to be a wine club member to purchase this deal.

Z

Has anyone tried the Pinot Grigio?

richardhod wrote:Is the saddleback that good?

I disagree with you re these old cabs from Invino. Well, only wrt the Kent RAsmussen 1987. Its low alcohol (12.x%) and clssically well made. If it's been cellared well it'll be amazing now, and for a few years yet, perhaps. 1987 was an amazing year in Napa according to the tables. I'm intending to keep at least some of my 2007 bottles just as long as this one has been kept.

We shall see on the old cabs....I've been buying them, but after reading an article in which about 30 Napa Valley cabs from about 1984-1988 were tasted, and the ones that were predicted during the 1980's to be the crème de la crème, we're mostly terrible, I'm not sure what to expect. A few rose to the top, but most did not, and these were wines that were purchased new directly from the winery and stored properly in a NYC wine collectors collection since purchased upon release.

I very much hope they turn out to be fantastic as I've purchased several:

1989 Judd's Hill Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
1985 St. Andrews Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
1984 Livingston Moffett Vineyard Napa Valley Cab Sauvignon
1985 Livingston Moffett Vineyard Napa Valley Cab Sauvignon
1986 Livingston Moffett Vineyard Napa Valley Cab Sauvignon
1987 Livingston Moffett Vineyard Napa Valley Cab Sauvignon
1985 Inglenook Cask Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
1988 Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon x2

zmanonice wrote:From Donati:

We just couldn't wait until Friday, so we're offering a sneak preview of our Black Friday Sale, starting today!Save over 65% on selected wines by the case:2009 Pinot Grigio, 2007 Sorelle Per Sempre, 2007 Syrah Like the headline reads, it is a 'sneak preview' of what you can expect later in the week, so check back for updates to our Online Shop, we've got even more great deals to offer you. Wine makes a great gift this Holiday season, and with prices like these, we're making the shopping easy on you and your wallet.

In looking at the site:
- Pinot Grigio $59 per case
- Syrah $79
- Sorelle $69

The Sorelle is a nice everyday wine, and assuming $3-4 per bottle for shipping, it still comes to only $9-10. Normally it is $20 on the web site. Don't know if you need to be a wine club member to purchase this deal.

Z

Thanks for the heads up!! I've been wanting to try this winery for a while, so I went for a case of their 2006 Tal Padre. Recent CT reviews were quite positive, as well as wine.woot comments. After $24 shipping and a donation to the geniuses that run our state into the ground, it came to $131.17, or $10.94/bottle. Not bad for an aged red blend, and with aged Petite Verdot as the star, it might be wonderful (fingers crossed!).

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!

bsevern wrote:Thanks for the heads up!! I've been wanting to try this winery for a while, so I went for a case of their 2006 Tal Padre. Recent CT reviews were quite positive, as well as wine.woot comments. After $24 shipping and a donation to the geniuses that run our state into the ground, it came to $131.17, or $10.94/bottle. Not bad for an aged red blend, and with aged Petite Verdot as the star, it might be wonderful (fingers crossed!).

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!

Sounds worth a punt, if it's holding up as well as or better than the Cab. Let us know!