joyironhorse wrote:This is a very interesting question. I would go for the Classic Vintage Brut, then the Wedding, followed by Russian Cuvee. But, some people I know and love, prefer the Wedding Cuvee first, So ......

Thanks for the suggestion. Based on everyone's comments, I'm looking forward to popping the cork on my first bottle of Iron Horse.

xibbumbero wrote:I remember buying this trio before but I don't remember paying $89.99. X

These are all new vintages ... and most delicious.

joyironhorse wrote:These are all new vintages ... and most delicious.

What happened to the 2007? All gone? Did those make it up on woot at all? Last time I got the final disgorgement of the 2006.

Joy, I wish I'd been able to stay on the rpm tour long enough this year to make the visit. Hope all is well.

klezman wrote:What happened to the 2007? All gone? Did those make it up on woot at all? Last time I got the final disgorgement of the 2006.

Joy, I wish I'd been able to stay on the rpm tour long enough this year to make the visit. Hope all is well.

2007 was offered last December

North316 wrote:2007 was offered last December

Nope...that was the 2006 final disgorgement. The 2007 might have been on woot+ though.

klezman wrote:Nope...that was the 2006 final disgorgement. The 2007 might have been on woot+ though.

Not Woot Plus, but it was for Mother's Day in May.

North316 wrote:Not Woot Plus, but it was for Mother's Day in May.

Ah. Thanks for digging that up. I should have bought it, I guess. But same $30/bottle it is now. Still on the fence since I'm not supposed to be buying anything at all.

xibbumbero wrote:I remember buying this trio before but I don't remember paying $89.99. X

Ditto...I love IH and the economy may be changing , but I can still get plenty of quality bubbly for much less than $30/bottle.

The first year I ordered this it came with glasses... Cheap glasses but still fun none the less

83fxwg wrote:Ditto...I love IH and the economy may be changing , but I can still get plenty of quality bubbly for much less than $30/bottle.

Really?! Like what?

I have been to the Iron Horse winery, it's considered one of the best in the area. I really enjoyed the Brut, it's delicious. Beautiful property and a great place to sip some wine if you're ever in Northern CA.

klezman wrote:Ah. Thanks for digging that up. I should have bought it, I guess. But same $30/bottle it is now. Still on the fence since I'm not supposed to be buying anything at all.

But, if you wait .........

joyironhorse wrote:But, if you wait .........

Oh? I can see a few options:
1) 2008 vintage ages nicely
2) Buy 2007 vintage when it reappears on w.w.
3) I drink my 2000-2002 bottles
4) I drink some of my many bottles of 2006

Which would you suggest?

klezman wrote:Oh? I can see a few options:
1) 2008 vintage ages nicely
2) Buy 2007 vintage when it reappears on w.w.
3) I drink my 2000-2002 bottles
4) I drink some of my many bottles of 2006

Which would you suggest?

Well, #1 is certainly true and unfortunately #2 can't happen

I've nearly always not passed up on Iron Horse, and I'm not passing up on this one. Very, very great for NYE. I considered (very briefly) getting some bottles for toasting at my upcoming nuptuials, but those Phillistines wouldn't appreciate such fine sparkling vino. This is all for daddy.

Where are these on the dry/sweet scale vs. the '07 Fairy Tale Cuvée which I absolutely love?

Thanks.

kylemittskus wrote:Really?! Like what?

You're kidding right? You might try Roederer Estate or Gruet or my new fave Argyle for starters...

Had to order. No room in the cellar, but we'll find space for IH sparklers, I only have 6 on hand.

And some of that wonderful T-bar-T Cab Franc and Bdx 3.

The only thing better than their wine is their hospitality.

83fxwg wrote:Ditto...I love IH and the economy may be changing , but I can still get plenty of quality bubbly for much less than $30/bottle.

Sorry, I certainly agree that you can find economical and tasty wines, but you are not going to get Iron Horse quality at that price point.

Without sounding like a complete tool, my first drink of Iron Horse changed my whole perspective on wine. My wife and I loved Iron Horse so much, we basically planned a trip to California around visiting Iron Horse (well worth it..).

polarbear22 wrote:Had to order.

The only thing better than their wine is their hospitality.

I agree completely. Everyone was so friendly on our visit in August.

Of all of the trips my wife and I have taken, our visit to Iron Horse was one of our fondest memories.

83fxwg wrote:You're kidding right? You might try Roederer Estate or Gruet or my new fave Argyle for starters...

Is wine purely about dollars saved? Or is there something more transcendental about the experience of drinking wine? Something about the place where the grapes were grown? Tasting the differences in approach that the various wine makers take when they craft the wine and / or grow the grapes?
Personally, I enjoy exploring the options and comparing the differences.

All that being said, you're complaining over $5. Great wine at a fair price is great wine at a fair price. Buy it and enjoy it. If not, you will regret it!

mschauber wrote:Where are these on the dry/sweet scale vs. the '07 Fairy Tale Cuvée which I absolutely love?

Thanks.

ohhh me too....Fairy Tale is sooo yummy!!

jhkey wrote:Is wine purely about dollars saved? Or is there something more transcendental about the experience of drinking wine? Something about the place where the grapes were grown? Tasting the differences in approach that the various wine makers take when they craft the wine and / or grow the grapes?
Personally, I enjoy exploring the options and comparing the differences.

All that being said, you're complaining over $5. Great wine at a fair price is great wine at a fair price. Buy it and enjoy it. If not, you will regret it!

Everyone put down the Woot Koolaide for a second...don't get me wrong, I love IH...and I love wine (I have a 700+ cellar), I'm not complaining about $5, but there is a price point for everything. As much as I love IH I have to draw a line in the sand for all of my purchases. Experimentation aside, can I get the same or similar satisfaction for for my price point (less than $30/bot)....the answer is yes.

83fxwg wrote:Everyone put down the Woot Koolaide for a second...don't get me wrong, I love IH...and I love wine (I have a 700+ cellar), I'm not complaining about $5, but there is a price point for everything. As much as I love IH I have to draw a line in the sand for all of my purchases. Experimentation aside, can I get the same or similar satisfaction for for my price point (less than $30/bot)....the answer is yes.

To each his own, but for me...yeah I can get a perfectly nice bottle of bubbles for $5 less, but it just ain't the same. I'd rather pay 30 for a great bottle than 25 for a serviceable bottle. Not that I'm drinking the $30 bottle every day, mind you. I'd recommend the IH for anybody who loves bubbles and would like a cut above the ordinary.

83fxwg wrote:You're kidding right? You might try Roederer Estate or Gruet or my new fave Argyle for starters...

Yeah; I'm kidding! This guy walks into a bar and says, "Where?" And then, this other guy asks... Funny joke, right?

I haven't had Gruet, but I seriously doubt that a $15/btl sparkling from NM is on par with IH. And there's nothing wrong with that. Argyle seems to be the same or more expensive than this woot offer (at club price), and Roederer is certainly nice ($7 cheaper for the cheapest bottle) but even if you think it's equivalent to IH quality-wise, I don't see them hanging out with us on the internet a couple days before Christmas.

Any word on shipping? I *depend* on Woot for my NYE bubbles and, with no shipping notification, I'm beginning to worry... I have my juice shipped to my office and there's we're only open two more days before then. Yikes!

[quote postid="5291793" user="ROGETRAY"]Per the Wine.Woot FAQ:

Yes, we know. Not to be a bit of a jerkface on this, but the very first line of the description was:

"In Time for New Year's Eve"

This was an offering that was clearly designed for a New Years Eve drinker. It would appear that they have not shipped (as of 9AM EST, 27 December). Unless you are planning on using overnight (second day won't work) these are not going to arrive until after January 1.

ThunderThighs wrote:These shipped out yesterday (Wednesday).

Just got my tracking number and it's arriving today (SF). Even though the description said it'll be here by NYE, I was skeptical given the three day shipping window (most businesses). As usual, I'm proved wrong. Great turnaround time on these. Thanks w.w!

ThunderThighs wrote:These shipped out yesterday (Wednesday). FedEx track by reference seems to be working for these.

You can use FedEx's “Track by Reference” feature to get tracking info using your order number. Your order number is on your order details which you can get via Stuff You Bought. Leave the Account Number blank. Enter your order number in the reference box. Next, select your country and enter your zip code. Click TRACK and voilà, you may have tracking info.

Thanks TT. I got the email today. It is due to arrive (they say) Friday to the mail drop. At worst, it will get there by Monday.