quakerkat wrote:Ooohhh! I hope I can get in on the GSM deal too if there are any left.

(I also sent an email.)

Thanks!

.........Same here. Hope you can offer the deal. In for 2 of these as well.

sledged wrote:Wow, should have made more GSM...going fast!

Hi Mike.. I also sent an email a few mins ago.. crosses fingers.

ZMO

Some fun Tallulah Bankhead quotes;

"I'm as pure as the driven slush"

"If I had to live my life again I'd make all the same mistakes, only sooner"

"Nobody can be exactly like me. Even I have trouble doing it."

"Only good girls keep diaries. Bad girls don't have time."

(On seeing a former lover for the first time in years) "I thought I told you to wait in the car."

chipgreen wrote:Some fun Tallulah Bankhead quotes;

"I'm as pure as the driven slush"

"If I had to live my life again I'd make all the same mistakes, only sooner"

"Nobody can be exactly like me. Even I have trouble doing it."

"Only good girls keep diaries. Bad girls don't have time."

(On seeing a former lover for the first time in years) "I thought I told you to wait in the car."

Also,

My Dad warned me about Men and alcohol but never said anything about women and cocaine.

As this Syrah is Mt Veeder fruit, I wonder how it compares with the Moon Mountain Syrah which is also Mt Veeder fruit? Impressions have been VERY favorable for it (Moon Mountain).

Deezy2 wrote:Hi Mike.. I also sent an email a few mins ago.. crosses fingers.

ZMO

I don't think he is going to respond to the emails tonight. At least he hasn't responded to mine yet and I sent it 3 minutes after he posted the address. He'll probably have to double-check his inventory tomorrow to see how many orders he can fill.

bsevern wrote:As this Syrah is Mt Veeder fruit, I wonder how it compares with the Moon Mountain Syrah which is also Mt Veeder fruit? Impressions have been VERY favorable for it (Moon Mountain).

Moon Mountain... RIP

sledged wrote:Also,

My Dad warned me about Men and alcohol but never said anything about women and cocaine.

She lived a full life, that's for sure!

chipgreen wrote:I don't think he is going to respond to the emails tonight. At least he hasn't responded to mine yet and I sent it 3 minutes after he posted the address. He'll probably have to double-check his inventory tomorrow to see how many orders he can fill.

Chip,

Didn't get the e-mail. Happy to help you out, mike@tallulahwines.com

Thanks!
Mike

chipgreen wrote:I don't think he is going to respond to the emails tonight. At least he hasn't responded to mine yet and I sent it 3 minutes after he posted the address. He'll probably have to double-check his inventory tomorrow to see how many orders he can fill.

It's good that you responded as such.

sledged wrote:Chip,

Didn't get the e-mail. Happy to help you out, mike@tallulahwines.com

Thanks!
Mike

Thanks for letting me know you didn't get it, I just forwarded the original - hope it comes through this time!

Deezy2 wrote:It's good that you responded as such.

That's kinda why I did

Off to bed, talk to everyone in the morning.

Mike

We killed a bottle of this that we got off WTSO (sorry wine.woot....) just a couple of weeks ago

I didn't get a chance to write down specific tasting notes but i would agree w/ Mike that the 07 is young and big, but very good. It could use a little down time before cracking open, or at least decant it for a decent amount before throwing it down the hatch. We did notice that some air really helped round it out. good stuff.

Mike -

I've also sent you an email hoping to get in on your generous offer for the GSM.

melissa

bradsbabe wrote:Mike -

I've also sent you an email hoping to get in on your generous offer for the GSM.

melissa

Yet another email sent. I hope this isn't getting out of hand. I understand if you can't accommodate all of use. Thanks for the offer either way. Great stuff and keep up the great work!

-tabednar

I think they need to start putting out a wine Barrels of Crud! What do you think? Who's with me on this?

There are certainly a lot of positive remarks about the winemaker here {tip of the hat to Mike}.

I do note that Mike blended these wines as they were in the barrel when he assumed control of Tallulah in '09:
http://wine.woot.com/Forums/ViewPost.aspx?PostID=4785809...so not a 100% Mike Drash wine.

However, I mailed Mike to see if has any of that GSM left

I am on the fence about the current offer - I'll decide after breakfast.

Hi Mike,

Another email sent. Was out of town on the last offer and missed it as well. Hopefully you have one more order's worth left!

In for one of these as well.

Thanks
catherineB

Good morning to all! Looks like I shouldn't have gone to bed...my e-mail is blown up with inquiries about the GSM! Cool.

I am offering the initial offering on Wine.Woot (minus the Del Rio) @ $90/half case or full case @ $180. The woot off price was a once in a lifetime offer...Tallulah needs a new pair of shoes.

I'll respond to e-mails this morning, thanks!

Mike

Anyone in BB-FL want to split half a case if I can get one. PM me.

edit: that is the GSM ofcourse.

Do you recall how much you paid for the wtso offering? I hate that they done keep a log like WW and Cinderella. Also, hiw do you access WTSO member ratings? Thanks

Update on the GSM. I've sold out the GSM. If I responded to you by e-mail, then you are good to go, just need your particulars.

For what it is worth, I prefer the Bald Mountain over the GSM right now.

Did I mention it won the coveted Golden Glass award in San Francisco? We received the top award for sustainable growers.

Mike

texacaliali wrote:Hey Mike, impressed by your comparison of this syrah to Domaine Jamet - do tell us more...

Most of us have a dream of becoming a rock star, actress, or famous athlete. I would like to be mentioned in the same breath as Jamet. It is one of those wines that was an "ah ha" moment. It was the 1999 vintage. Still remember the aromas of roasted meats, bacon fat, graphite, blackberries, spice, and cassis.

I model my Syrah winemaking after theirs, very little new oak and 40 to 50% whole clusters, no fining or filtering.

Thanks for your participation Mike. I loved your Del Rio Syrah from the last offering. Could you compare/contrast that excellent wine to today's?

(Besides the "spice and bacon fat"...)

sledged wrote:Update on the GSM. I've sold out the GSM. If I responded to you by e-mail, then you are good to go, just need your particulars.

For what it is worth, I prefer the Bald Mountain over the GSM right now.

Did I mention it won the coveted Golden Glass award in San Francisco? We received the top award for sustainable growers.

Mike

First time reply on Woot, several purchases (sorry about the length).

I knew Tallulah was going to hit today from previous posts and opened my last bottle of GSM last night in anticipation. I got to the party a little late today and missed your generous GSM offer and was waffling about purchasing the Syrah. The Del Rio Syrah was good, but the GSM was great. Also, I don't have a lot of room left in my wine fridge and my wallet is kinda picky about the wines I buy.

After watching your feedback and reading your back story, I jumped off the fence and bought the Bald Mountain for 3 reasons:

1) You honored your previous price on Woot to move the remaining GSM, which I find refreshing (savvy marketing, but ethically cool too!).

2) You're from Memphis originally-- my hometown in a previous lifetime... living in Florida now. I've always found fellow Tennesseans to be trustworthy... SO,

1) + 2) = 3) If you think the Bald Mountain is better right now than the GSM, I actually believe you.

Fence pole-vaulted. Wine purchased.

I will be enjoying the last of the GSM this afternoon with a gourmet cheeseburger in anticipation of the coming Syrah alongside grilled Rosemary Lamb Chops.

Can't wait, and thanks for the wine!

cacup wrote:First time reply on Woot, several purchases (sorry about the length).

I knew Tallulah was going to hit today from previous posts and opened my last bottle of GSM last night in anticipation. I got to the party a little late today and missed your generous GSM offer and was waffling about purchasing the Syrah. The Del Rio Syrah was good, but the GSM was great. Also, I don't have a lot of room left in my wine fridge and my wallet is kinda picky about the wines I buy.

After watching your feedback and reading your back story, I jumped off the fence and bought the Bald Mountain for 3 reasons:

1) You honored your previous price on Woot to move the remaining GSM, which I find refreshing (savvy marketing, but ethically cool too!).

2) You're from Memphis originally-- my hometown in a previous lifetime... living in Florida now. I've always found fellow Tennesseans to be trustworthy... SO,

1) + 2) = 3) If you think the Bald Mountain is better right now than the GSM, I actually believe you.

Fence pole-vaulted. Wine purchased.

I will be enjoying the last of the GSM this afternoon with a gourmet cheeseburger in anticipation of the coming Syrah alongside grilled Rosemary Lamb Chops.

Can't wait, and thanks for the wine!

Not often I go 3 for 3! When were you living in Memphis? Thanks! Mike

@ Mike: thx for your participation it is always refreshing when a winery/winemaker not only participates but is down to earth, honest, and approachable. Although I am not a big fan of Napa (not the wines but culture) and partial to Sonoma, I will be in on one not only b/c wife and I LOVED the MSG (yeah, Mouvedere was the higher percentage lol) but b/c of your participation. Heck, I will make it a point to visit you when i am in Sonoma next year!

Question: I noticed this Syrah was in barrels for 37 months...does this mellow out the alcohol? Please elaborate if you can as i am trying to learn.

Thanks!

rlmanzo wrote:Thanks for your participation Mike. I loved your Del Rio Syrah from the last offering. Could you compare/contrast that excellent wine to today's?

(Besides the "spice and bacon fat"...)

The Del Rio is more linear in it's focus, more mineral qualities and red fruit. Where the Bald Mt at its best is expansive, voluminous and spicy. It is a rare site planted to the perfect clone...

Mike

losthighwayz wrote:@ Mike: thx for your participation it is always refreshing when a winery/winemaker not only participates but is down to earth, honest, and approachable. Although I am not a big fan of Napa (not the wines but culture) and partial to Sonoma, I will be in on one not only b/c wife and I LOVED the MSG (yeah, Mouvedere was the higher percentage lol) but b/c of your participation. Heck, I will make it a point to visit you when i am in Sonoma next year!

Question: I noticed this Syrah was in barrels for 37 months...does this mellow out the alcohol? Please elaborate if you can as i am trying to learn.

Thanks!

I started my career in Sonoma, always have a soft spot for it...need to make Pinot Noir and move out to the Sonoma Coast, one day.

The extended barrel aging can actually lower the alcohol in a high humid environment. In a dry barrel room the opposite can happen.

Look me up the next time you are in town.

Mike

Hey, everyone, to sweeten the pot. I'll add a Magnum of the 2009 Bald Mountain Syrah for anyone who buys 9 bottles of the 2006 Bald Mt Syrah. Whose in?

These will ship separately from the woot offer directly from me at the winery.

Cheers!

Mike

Oh damn , somebody mentioned Jamet ! I do love me some Jamet !

Can't wait to give this girl a spin .

In for 2

WillyP1 wrote:Oh damn , somebody mentioned Jamet ! I do love me some Jamet !

Can't wait to give this girl a spin .

In for 2

Thanks! Mike

sledged wrote:Hey, everyone, to sweeten the pot. I'll add a Magnum of the 2009 Bald Mountain Syrah for anyone who buys 9 bottles of the 2006 Bald Mt Syrah. Whose in?

These will ship separately from the woot offer directly from me at the winery.

Cheers!

Mike

Wow, thanks Mike, Im in! Just placed my order for 9 bottles.

r2167 wrote:Wow, thanks Mike, Im in! Just placed my order for 9 bottles.

No problem, thanks! The 2009 is stunning!

sledged wrote:Not often I go 3 for 3! When were you living in Memphis? Thanks! Mike

Born and raised in Memphis. Left after high school in '79, went to UT Knoxville, worked in broadcasting in Chattanooga and made my way to Orlando in the early '90s. Still have a major soft spot for Tennessee though. Thanks for asking. Clay

cacup wrote:Born and raised in Memphis. Left after high school in '79, went to UT Knoxville, worked in broadcasting in Chattanooga and made my way to Orlando in the early '90s. Still have a major soft spot for Tennessee though. Thanks for asking. Clay

Cool, my Mom's in Chattanooga. Nice town, enjoy the wine!

sledged wrote:Hey, everyone, to sweeten the pot. I'll add a Magnum of the 2009 Bald Mountain Syrah for anyone who buys 9 bottles of the 2006 Bald Mt Syrah. Whose in?

These will ship separately from the woot offer directly from me at the winery.

Cheers!

Mike

Mike.... you really are trying your best to empty my wallet today.

Cskimmer wrote:Love the GSM, time to try the Syrah.

I'm another Wooster buying based on the strength of the GSM blend. Hope this is as good