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Places to Stay in Napa or Sonoma

2008-02-15T05:00:48Z

It's been too long since i've been on tribe. . .weirdness.
Anyway, can any of you suggest places to stay that are under, say, $100/night in and around Napa or Sonoma? I'm looking to go again in April for my birthday, this time taking the boyfriend, so i'm looking for comfort and affordability. I've been there many times, he's never been. Not looking for a pool or any kind of free "breakfast." i just want something quiet, cozy and cheap & clean. And, no not Harbin ( although that's quite lovely).
Also, for you semi-locals, are there any cool hikes in the area?

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Study: $90 wine tastes better than the same wine at $10

2008-01-15T21:44:27Z

http://www.news.com/8301-13580_3-9849949-39.html?tag=nefd.pop

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heal in Vermont www.baldmountainretreat.com

2007-11-27T07:41:03Z

heal in Vermont www.baldmountainretreat.com

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Port tribe?

2007-08-04T07:23:42Z

I am just now sipping a decent Dow's fine tawny port and searching for a tribe about ports with no luck (thanks tribe for the google search confusion)! Can anyone point me to a tribe that is dedicated to ports? (I'll need either the URL or the specific tribe name to find it...if there is even one out there yet.)

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Brazilian cachaça is the new sweetheart in the web

2007-08-02T16:35:26Z

You must know what quality is when you taste an organic and artisan beverage, typical from Brazil. Cachaça Gabriela is now available at The Drink Shop (http://www.thedrinkshop.com), one of the biggest website of selling alcoholic beverages.

You can buy the Gold or the Silver, to receive at home. And if you buy 6 bottles, there is a discount. That’s a good way to show your friends you know what a good taste is and offer them high Brazilian quality.

Tast it: www.cachacagabriela.com.br

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speaking of shipping - flying with wine

2007-07-18T20:26:03Z

Since the TSA is making our air travel extra safe by forcing Grandma take her shoes off while sitting on the floor and preventing a business traveler from having more than 4 ounces of Selson Blue, we wine and spirit consumers are prevented from bringing alcohol into the cabin of the aircraft.

So how does a person travel with wine? I'm going to a wedding in September and wanted to bring some wine so I can 1) give the gift of the good stuff and 2) make it through the week (the location is in a place where the alcohol selection amounts to Miller Lite in a can and maybe a dusty bottle of Jack in the corner).

Now it looks as though I'm going to have to ship it ahead of me since I can't bring it on the plane...only I can't ship it myself because that's against the law. Who makes these laws anyway? (rhetorical question)

My question is this: has anyone shipped wine in the baggage hold? I'm not talking about a half bottle of merlot wrapped in t-shirts in the suitcase. I mean a case. Packed in those styrofoam containers used for wine shipping? And how about temperature? Temperature can vary wildly in baggage holds right? So would that ruin the wine? Or does the styrofoam protect against some of the temperature extremes?

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shipping out of country?

2007-07-16T21:57:56Z

is there a shipping company that will do that? We want to send a bottle or two of some nice Calif wine to a friend in Finland (at his request) so that he in turn will send us a bottle of a local liqueur that he raves about.
It's a little hard to grow good wine grapes when you live above the arctic circle. :-)

But The Box Store doesn't ship anything out of country, and US postal service refuses to ship any alcohol. I don't have an account for international UPS - is there such a thing? Don't want to lie about what's in the box, cause all they have to do is X-ray it.

any ideas anyone?

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2005 Rafanelli Zin Available

2007-06-25T22:33:53Z

I have 10 bottles of 2005 Rafanelli zin available from my allotment. At $35 a bottle, they won't last long.

Send me an email letting me know how many bottles you would like, and we can arrange pickup/delivery.

Bay area residents only.

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New tribe!

2006-12-30T06:55:54Z

RUM, I built a rum tribe find it and join under my tribes through my profile!

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What wines compliment the entree

2006-12-22T08:18:40Z

Are there certain wines that will compliment foods a little better than others?

do reds go better with Pasta...
whites with seafood?

and so forth.....

Any info appreciated.
Amy:-)

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wax on.....wax off.........Maderia

2006-11-26T04:16:26Z

Is there an easier way to get the wax off??? ... I was trying hard not to make a mess but ..I did, there has to be a better way.

Any info appreciated...
Amy:-)

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Wine companies in SF?

2006-10-20T18:10:04Z

Hi,
I'm looking for wine companies (distributors/importers) in the San Francisco area. Can anyone help? Thx

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Torrontés

2006-10-20T18:07:05Z

Has anyone tried this grape? It's a white wine and has a floral taste to it.

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Want to get paid to try new wines?

2006-09-20T00:49:12Z

Then you should become an independent consultant with The Traveling Vineyard. Great company with tons of growth potential--now is the time to join the bunch! No experience necessary and training is free. Commission-based. Visit www.myttv.com/sara10270 or email freetlygrubb@northstate.net for more information. Cheers!

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Fairplay Wine Festival

2006-05-18T15:12:39Z

Is anyone in Nor*Cal going? Should be a blast!

http://www.fairplaywine.com/gen/index.htm

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RIP Rodney Strong...

2006-03-06T17:00:42Z

Can't find an obit, but I heard on the radio that Rodney Strong died this weekend. I'll be tipping a bottle of Jane's Vineyard Pinot this evening after my Real Estate class.

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Barrell Tasting 3/4/06 & 3/5/06

2006-02-11T09:28:07Z

Anybody going barrell tasting in Sonoma county wineries this early March??

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Wine with your turkey?

2006-01-14T22:46:10Z

So? What wine are you planning to serve?

I'm thinking about a viognier this year. I dislike most white wines. I used to serve the Mer de Soleil chardonnay but I haven't liked it in recent years. Nouveau beaujolais was popular a few years back and cheap too but I haven't seen it around lately.

Well?

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FAVORITE WINES – FAVORITE RESTAURANTS…

2006-01-03T20:19:34Z

I am constantly being asked to name my favorite wine, my favorite restaurant. For me, that is akin to trying to name my best friend, favorite piece of music, film or classic novel. The answer depends on the hour, the season of the year, my mood, and the company.

I have learned almost all I know about wines from my wonderful French father-in-law (former) when living in what was then French Morocco. Often I tell friends I was sure he didn’t care if I developed American heart trouble, but wanted to be sure when I left Morocco it would be with a French liver!

Sure, sure, I also learned much more while living in France for six years by tasting, tasting, and more tasting in the wine regions and restaurants. I enjoy wine lists, keep track of average prices and favorite food and wine combinations, and I’m always eager to sample a wine that’s new or unfamiliar to me, when someone else pays for it.

Prices for the same wines very, sometimes drastically from restaurant to restaurant; some have large, long standing cellars, others small. I love wine, consider it an essential part of a good meal, and probably tend to spend slightly more than the average diner on a good bottle. When ordering from a wine list, I follow one simple rule: I rarely pay more than $25. a bottle. My general rule of thumb is that one-third of the final bill should be for wine. That is – if you are paying say $40 a meal for two, another $20 should be spent on wine.

Outside of selecting a wine for it’s ability to marry with a certain dish – which I’ll get to later, the most important consideration is “classification of a wine.” I classify all wines by “volume of alcohol” as indicated on the label of a cork-finished wine. This classification is special, of my own making, with two categories, “lovers wine,” and “sleepers wine.” Wines that fall within the range of 11 ½ to 12 ½ by volume are for lovers – need I say more! Other table wines of power, high extraction, high alcohol and more oak than a wine’s fruit can handle, do make me sleepy. These wines of 12 ½ to 13 ½ by volume take away the appreciation of the difference of the human species, good intelligent conversation and harm the refined palate.
Wines that are 14 degrees by volume or higher, I shy completely away from. Wines of this strength can be only enjoyed as an aperitif – like a Port wine, to stimulate the appetite before a pleasurable meal. Wines of 11 ½ to 12 ½ are smoother, lighter and elegant – especially suited to complete the marriage of wine and food at the dinning table. Take your pick, one wine type or another, while realizing my opinions are subjective, or this is only a bedtime story. Bedtime? It couldn’t be the wine! Must be my age!

When dining out, I often go on seasonal “binges,” eating asparagus, melon, fresh ousters when available or game. If I see melon on the menu in January, or scallops during July, I say no. I search for baby peas, baby carrots, smallest potatoes or other like ingredients that’s fresh – really fresh pleases the most. Seldom do I consider steak, figuring it taste better at home. The marriage of wine with food is the passion!

Common sense dictates young dishes as squab – veal want young wines, wines less than five years old. Always I return to the gourmet table – young food, young wine – heavy food, full-bodied wines. There are time-honored rules about wine and food, which balance each other, but we have reached an age, in a wine producing country where individuality and informality are gaining over the conventional. We are as a mixture of races, more adventurous about eating and drinking as never before. Rules about wine are really quite simple if applied with common sense. A white before a red – a light wine before a full - bodied – a dry wine before a sweet one and a young one before and old wine.

Take the time to learn about a restaurant and its specialties. Every restaurant should have at least one or two dishes of which it is particularly proud. These dishes, will usually be a good buy, and generally fresh. One such restaurant, and one which is admired far and wide with a devout following of gourmets, is “Bilig French Café” of Auburn. This French chef I often see on Saturday mornings at the Farmers Market, selecting young fresh items for his restaurant. With devotion like this – you know why this restaurant is so authentically – French, and rated four stars among food and wine critics.

When dining out I always make a reservation and always arrive hungry, for that’s one of the best compliments one can pay a chef. What do I look for? Final judgment rests on the quality of ingredients – chef’s creativity and overall service -- its wine list “value” and variety are essential. A good restaurant is like a good theater: One leaves in a good frame of mind, physically and psychologically satisfied, with a feeling that time and money have been well spent.

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Noche Buena?

2005-12-22T09:18:01Z

Has anyone seen this beer? I know the discussion is usually wine, but it's the holidays and I've been missing this.

It's labeled as special Mexican Christmas beer. It's a very dark beer and slightly sweet and only available this time of year. I haven't seen it in years and I was wondering if anyone has come across it lately and where.

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(LA) 12-16 Irregular Wine Tasting feat. 6 wines from Italy, Argentina and America

2005-12-14T21:11:32Z

One poet (living), 70 poems: The Inertia Variations by John Tottenham

Three countries, four wineries, six varieties: Six Wines from Italy, Argentina, & America

@ THE ECHO PATIO
1822 Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, 90026

Buy tickets: ticketweb.com/user/?region=socal&query=detail&event=644469&interface=

RSVP: www.myspace.com/irregularwinetasting or irregularwinetasting@yahoo.com

Unlike a Maurice Chevalier meet‘n’greet at B.P. Schulberg’s gaff, this state-sponsored organ-harvesting includes, but is not limited to,

* Prosecco Rustico from Nino Franco; Pinot Grigio, Sangiovese, & Merlot from Danzante; Bonarda from Colonia Las Liebres, & Zinfandel Zin Man from Perry Creek

* ask-no-wine-questions, tell-no-wine-lies April & Sara’s "Infinite Refills of America" program

* bread, cheese, & fruit courtesy of Gelson’s

* more songs about buildings & spoons spun by uncoachable enigma Reverend Roy Lee Gittens

* non-tedious vinformation vinsanity via the two-13 intrazed by suicidal charismatic Julian Davies

* floral & hardship by Scrabble enthusiast Liz Garo

* orange candy tossers & DNA-rich celebrity socks for multiple-choice wine questions answered with mustard or mayo

* patio heaters for cold people

* the whole life-affirming lot for the beer-bellied cryptster price of 20 dollars U.S.

www.attheecho.com

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bogle

2005-12-02T17:36:51Z

Anyone tried bogle merlot?

A friend recommended it to me. I recommended to my friend, and she said it was very smooth.

What do you think? You can get it at Trader's Joe for $7.99

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Agavero tequila anyone?

2005-11-05T05:47:33Z

I pretty much think an ultra fine, freezer chilled tequila is kick ass bliss. I just heard about Agavero, but haven't tried it yet. Anyone know if it's worth hunting down?

kate

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What are the best organic Wineries in California?

2005-10-27T20:15:25Z

looking to do a few tours for when wine makers come from over seas...any impressive ones out there besides the following listed below that have great wines and a beautiful tasting room and vineyards to visit?

Bonterra
Frey
Topolois
La Rocca
Yorkville

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Stainless Steel Wine Refrigerator to be auctioned

2005-09-28T16:25:15Z

This is an auction to benefit the Katrina victims. It can be found at www.happybrigade.com

Thank you
Dan- The Happy Brigade

The item is:

It features:
60 bottle capacity
Front venting for built-in or free standing applications
3 temperature zones
Stainless steel exterior
Tinted, double-paned glass door
Digital thermostat and display
Front exhaust
Stainless steel shelves
Interior light
Security lock
34 1/2" H x 24" W x 22 1/2" D

Value: $675 Minimum Bid: $350

(does include free shipping)

Please see www.wineenthusiast.com/shopping/prod_detail/main.asp?cat=WC&sl=0&catid=41&productID=17302&uid=35A778CA-CF15-4641-A27D-40B7425F5770 for complete details.

donated by Alan Ronquillo and Wine Enthusiast

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recommendations?

2005-09-28T00:33:19Z

would anyone have recommendations for a smooth, oaky or chocolatey cab or shiraz around or under $30.

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AUCTION - to benefit the victims of Hurricane Katrina brought to you by The Happy Brigade - People in Action

2005-09-26T16:39:23Z

60 bottle wine refrigerator from wine enthusiast to be auctioned- great cause!

Check out the Happy Brigade online auction to benefit the families that lost so much to Hurricane Katrina. The auction site will be set up this week @ www.happybrigade.com. There will be a link on the home page directing you to the auction. Another email will be sent out to announce the start date and time of the auction.

We are very excited to put this benefit auction together. We have great items to bid on such as signed posters and CD's from YMSB, RRE, Garaj Mahal & New Monsoon, a wine refrigerator, accessories, designer bags & sunnglasses, photo sessions, massages, overnight hotel stay and lots more.

Stay tuned for the start date & get ready to bid BIG on some really fun things for a really good cause.

Thank you for your support,
The Happy Brigade - People in Action

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Ginger liqueur?

2005-09-23T07:52:46Z

Anyone know where I can get my hands on some ginger liqueur? I"ve been trying all the liquor stores and specialty shops in SF I can think of...

It's become my new mission in life to find some. Help, anyone?

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into Root Beer?

2005-09-01T22:52:53Z

One tribe for that:

http://rootbeer.tribe.net/

(not a spirit, but a great libation, to be sure)

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SCREW CAPS??!!

2005-07-27T23:21:17Z

Hi all, can someone please tell me why some nicer wines are starting to use screw caps. I just bought another bottle tonight (mia's pinot noir) that was screw cap instead of cork -- and this ain't no 2buckchuck!

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Summer Wine Tasting

2005-07-15T18:39:17Z

Try wine tasting at your home with your friends and a wine consultant.

It is fun, bring the winecountry to you and learn how to taste, how to pair particular wines with particular foods, learn to discerne.

Check out www.wineshopathome.com/rodmcpherson

thanks

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favorite long-time wine shops in portland, or?

2005-07-14T23:15:43Z

i'm going to be in portland soon, and want to check out a few wine shops that have been around for a while, are still successful and have a good feel to them.

any recommendations? why do you like a particular shop?

thanks!
~stuart

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wine & sushi

2005-07-08T20:10:13Z

Ah, I'm curious to know what would be a good wine w/ sushi. Altho', traditional I believe it's always been a hot sake. I enjoy a cold sweet sake instead.

Can anyone suggest for wine with sushi?

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wineries in california

2005-07-08T06:56:00Z

Can anyone recommend wineries tours in Califorina to visit?
Or some really nice winery views in California?

Thanks!

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92 chardonnay

2005-06-21T22:24:43Z

My mother in law recently gave me a bottle of 92 ernest and julio gallo chardonnay. I hesitantly accepted it. She said whats wrong i thought wine got better with age. I explained SOME wines get better with age. First its ernest and julio gallo second its a chardonnay and I am not sure that it is right for aging or how it was aged. Its a little brownish in color. ANyone have any input on wether this is any good? I guess i could uncork it and smell of it . I don't want to drink it if it is bad. I mean worse than it was to start with hehe

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Portland wine shop

2005-06-21T21:48:53Z

I just wanted to let anyone in Portland OR know of the coolest new wine shop in the NW area, it's called Square Deal, on 23rd and Thurman. 80%of their wines are under $20, all from small producers in Italy and France, shipped and stored at 56degrees. They have tastings/classes every Thursday at 6:30 for $15 that goes into an account towards the purchase of a case.

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Wine Tasting

2005-06-17T01:40:58Z

If anyone is interested in having a wine tasting at home for 10 -15 people then I can arrange this. The advantage to you - a 50% off host discount. I'm starting this business to teach people about wine in their own homes with friends.

Also check out the wine club at www.wineshopathome.com/rodmcpherson two bottles of wine, not available in stores, every month for 27.50. And if you don't like one then it will be replced FOC.

Rod

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Turning closet into wine cellar?

2005-06-04T05:34:38Z

Hi there. I'm new to this tribe, and I have a question.

I just moved into a new house, and want to turn a hallway linen closet into a wine cellar. I don't want to do anything too fancy with cooling systems because the closet lies in the center of the house, away from all heat sources and outside light. I just want some insulation on the walls and a rack from floor to ceiling.

Anybody have any experience with this sort of thing, or nknow of any websites that can offer guidance or plans? All research I've tried to do on the internet has led only to contractors who will come in and do it for me... and hand me an enormous bill when their done.

Thanks in advance for any advice!

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Fathers Day Specials in wine, port and cigars

2005-06-01T21:26:41Z

Check it out at www.wineshopathome.com/rodmcpherson

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wine clubs

2005-05-27T15:26:44Z

Is anyone a member of a wine club?

cheers

Rod

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whiskey

2005-05-17T01:02:34Z

I have been drinking whiskey on the rocks more often lately. I started with Makers Mark and am now on to Wild Turkey. I would love to get some info on what makes a good whiskey and some brands that are the best.

Thanks.

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selling cellared wines

2005-04-21T20:00:11Z

does anyone know any place either online or otherwise where you can sell wine? I tried to list a bottle on Ebay but after you enter all the info they tell you you have to be a licensed/preapproved seller to sell wine on ebay.

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SILVERLAKE WINE & CHEESE TASTING

2005-04-14T23:49:33Z

Location Silver Lake
SILVERLAKE WINE TASTING

Saturday, April 23 at 7:00 PM

Experience the notes of flavor and scent matched with a variety of cheese at Silverlake Wine. Taste one sparkling, one white and two reds while the owners teach the best techniques in wine tasting. Silverlake Wine is owned and operated George Cosette, Randy Clement and April Langford. The focus of the store is small production, high quality, artisanal wines in all price ranges from around the globe.
When: Saturday, April 23 from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM.

Where: Silverlake Wine
2395 glendale blvd.
los angeles, california 90039

Price: $25.00

To order, please use our secure server at www.prosinthecity.com/index.cfm or call 202-686-5990.
We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover.

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Champagne in a can

2005-03-16T21:50:35Z

Francis Coppola has a new champagne, Sofia. Yeah, yeah, California so it's methode champagnoise. Besides the standard 750 ml bottle you can also get it in a can (with a little flex straw). It comes in a 4-pak the size of Red Bull cans. They both seem to be $20. I've tried the bottle and liked it. Anyone tried it? I'm wondering how it holds up in a can. I'd rather smuggle something better than Sutter Home minis into the theater. Chandon minis are hard to find.

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Any Chicago area ladies?

2005-03-05T04:32:55Z

Any Chicago area ladies?

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Is it okay to say this here?

2005-03-03T23:01:27Z

I have this friend who loves inexpensive wine. Especially Andre Spumante. Is it okay for me to -- I, I mean for my friend -- to say that here?

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domaine de beaurenard

2005-03-02T05:52:36Z

I love this little symphony they have! I think it would only work in France - that whole Amelie quirky quaintness thing.
I just had one of their Grenache blends and it was very good. Maybe liked the Turkey Flats grenache from Australia more....
But I just had to share the cute depiction of each grape as an instrument: http://www.beaurenard.fr/english/navig.htm
salud,
andrea

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Simply aghast

2005-02-25T02:13:49Z

Another thread got me wondering. What's the most outrageous, ridiculous thing you've seen that was wine or spirit related? No, not the wierd cult rites you do in your basement but just things you've seen people do that just simply leave you going OMG. Here's what I mean.

I once momentarily dated a woman that put sugar cubes in good champagne so it would taste more like asti spumante.
and...
I once hosted a party once where a couple of women asked me for ice for their glasses of red wine.

Your turn.

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Help me help you

2005-02-15T05:24:53Z

A Double Magnum ( 3000ml) od 1998 Reserve Peter Mondavi Family Charles Krug Napa Valley Merlot..

Who wants it? Lets talk money and/or burning man tickets...

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Champagne

2005-02-14T19:20:55Z

I was cleaning out my old storage unit. I found 7 bottles of champagne! My question is....will they still be good for drinking? They were kept in a cool dry dark place. Please let me know... Thanks!

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LMU 24th annual wine classic, Sun 02-13-05

2005-02-11T01:37:00Z

Has anyone gone to this Loyola Marymount
event before?

It's got an amazing lineup of wines

the LMU site & info http://www.lmu.edu/pages/11696.asp

More than 150 wines from 45 California wineries.

Wineries for 2005 include: Arns, Astrale e Terra, Barnett, Benziger, Blackford, August Briggs, Cafaro, Chase, Clark/Claudon, Corison, Cottonwood Canyon, Robert Craig, Ferrari-Carano, Foxen, Frazier, Judd’s Hill, Robert Keenan, Lewelling, Livingston-Moffett, Miner, Moss Creek, Nichols, Ortman, O’Shaughnessy, Paradigm, Patz & Hall, Plump Jack, Raymond, Rombauer, Saddleback, Sawyer, Seghesio, Signorello, Smith Madrone, Spelletich, St. Francis, Tandem, Lane Tanner, Trentadue, Vinoce, von Strasser, White Cottage, White Rock, Whitehall Lane, and ZD.

Early bird registration: $75 if received/postmarked by January 14
Standard registration: $90 received/postmarked after January 14

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Sparkles in the Bubbles

2005-02-04T03:28:01Z

Can anyone tell me why some bubbles are better than others? In disgorgement...does it have to do with aging and the force/power the air is infused into the bottle?

hmmmm....*** I'll research but maybe someone knows??

makes me thirsty though...

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help please..

2005-01-27T20:52:20Z

Quick, I have a savingon blanc, chenin blanc, and pinot grigo to go with soft cheese plates, my co-conspirator says I need a red wine...I don't think so, but puhleessee help....I have to go get this before I have party tonite and I don't want to use from my personal stash...help me.....

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Playa del Carmen, Mexico is for wine lovers

2005-01-21T21:40:34Z

Hello fellow Wine Lovers,

If you've never been to Playa del Carmen, Mexico you're missing out on the best kept vacation secret south of the border.

This small town is packed with culinary options from Japanese fushion to Argentinian steakhouses. Playa, as it's affectionately called, even has a Little Italy; which tells you about the makeup of the people who flock here.

Here are a few wine bars worthy of a visit when in Playa:
Byblos on 14th St. btwn 5th and 10th
Wine and She's on Corazon btwn 12th
Fly on 5th ave and 12th

Here's to enjoying your favorite Pinor Noir while decked out in your shorts and flipflops!

For more info please visit www.mayanrivieravilla.com or reply to nako@mayanrivieravilla.com

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Chronicle's 100 Wines

2004-12-18T19:56:06Z

What are your thoughts on the Sunday mag's list of 100 wines, I was more than disappointed understandably the chron ignored some of the better wines i.e. Bonney Doon and Ridgeway.

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Non alcoholic wines and champagne

2004-12-18T01:56:02Z

I know wine and champagne must have some content of wine, but I am going to be at a party where there will be few actual wine (w/ alcohol) drinkers and some pregnant women, so any ideas???

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Upcoming Events anyone going????

2004-12-17T00:26:14Z

Is anyone going to the following events in January 05 The Santa Cruz Winegrowers Passport (1/15/04)http://www.scmwa.com/ or the Zinfandel Advocates Producers (ZAP) on the 26th -29th
http://www.zinfandel.org/

There is a ton more events to be doing, but I know I will make the most of the New Year!

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Wine.com or Wine Spectator 100 wines

2004-12-13T23:41:04Z

I know, I know, at the end of every year there is these damn lists, and well I pour over them for hope that my favorites are not on the list and so they ( the winemakers ) keep the prices down, but that doesn't always pan out sometimes the wine goes up in price because they are "so small we don't make any of the lists" and sometimes the winery goes out of business because they aren't on any lists.
Anway, I noticed a ton of European and South American Wineries making the list.
A lot of Brand Names! the Distributors must pay loads to get on these lists.
A very nice list of White Wines and I pray I can still get some by Friday...
By the way, WHAT Did you think of the list? or lists

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Kunin Wines

2004-12-09T22:41:46Z

Anyone here know of Kunin wines, or tried any?

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Pinot Grigio Favorites:

2004-12-09T20:19:44Z

Ok

New here, relatively still a novice to wine, and would like to hear of one of my all around favorite wines, recommendations as to pinot grigio labels.

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Kunin Wines

2004-12-09T20:16:35Z

Anyone here know of or try Kunin wines?

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Kunin Wines

2004-12-09T20:16:16Z

Anyone here know of or try Kunin wines?

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ZAP in January

2004-12-09T18:15:23Z

Did everyone get their tickets yet, I just got my packet and there seems to be very few general admission tickets available...it should be generally good as it is every year...anyone else going?

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wines of the world

2004-11-01T04:42:36Z

USA
Australian
Chilean
New Zealand
South African
French
German
Italian
South American
Indian
Chinese
Japanese

anymore?

list the wine brands? year?

type?

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Zinfandel

2004-10-19T23:45:43Z

What is your favorite for under $20?

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BAG - IN - BOX

2004-08-20T01:24:51Z

I am looking for more information about boxed wine, cause I believe this is going to be the future does anybody have info, pictures, websites or other bag-in-box knowledge to share?

I believe that Australia and the USA are the first countries where they started this new way of packaging wine. Just got back from France and Spain and it is really starting out there as well.

Does anybody know what kind of wines I can get in bag-in-box??

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new Here - Hello!

2004-08-11T01:50:39Z

We're a couple of wine collectors and fanatics - Thanks for hosting this tribe!

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But if you really HAD to choose a wine to go with hot dogs

2004-08-06T00:59:24Z

...What would you do?

The most popular choice seems to be beer, but what if it's a party for your wino friends?

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Frogs Leap Winery

2004-07-29T15:27:26Z

Hey,

I just did an event at Frog's Leap Winery in Rutherford, Napa Valley, CA. What a great group of people. The place is very cool, pretty much organic and one of the coolest websites...

Thought I'd share. I am big fan of the cabernet..mmm

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sangria

2004-07-28T16:00:27Z

k, you fab peeps. i'm now craving sangria and i have the following ingredients, but don't know what to add:

1/2 bottle of 3 day old cabernet
16 limes (that's right, i said sixteen).

please help a thirsty girl.

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liquor industry insiders?

2004-07-06T21:53:12Z

is anyone on this board an industry insider (preferably on the spirits side)? i'm interested in finding out some business-related information.

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liquor industry insiders?

2004-07-06T21:53:05Z

is anyone on this board an industry insider (preferably on the spirits side)? i'm interested in finding out some business-related information.

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quick who wants to go!

2004-06-11T09:11:17Z

Hello all, new here with an invite..Its 2:15 on Thursday, one of my waitrons that was supposed to go with me to a killer port and wine tasting in the Presidio just bailed, Im leaving here at 3 for the trade portion of the swaray wich ends at 5. Though it might be cool to see if anyone in my new Tribe wants to go..I KNOW its last minute but what the heck It should be fun and we can learn about Ports and wines from Portugal..there it is..Post if you dare.

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Best Cabernets

2004-06-02T06:08:33Z

do people have a favorite cabernet sauvignon in the categories of
inexpensive under $30, mid-range $30-50, and pricey $50 and above?

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favorite tequila - recommendations?

2004-05-28T14:24:23Z

I'm heading down to Guadalajara for work shortly and from what I understand can find tequila down there that we can't get, or have a difficult time getting, here. While I will check with coworkers down there on their suggestions, I thought I would ask the tribe if they had any favorites?

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huge licquor site

2004-05-28T00:17:15Z

Does anyone know the shop www.spiritscorner.com? Any recommendations?

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Wineries in Northern Baja

2004-05-20T19:39:24Z

My boyfriend and I are taking a trip to northern Baja Pen. (Ensenada area). Anyone have any suggestions of wineries in the area to check out? Gracias. :)

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Wine For Sale (Cheap)

2004-05-15T03:46:07Z

Just wondering if anyone would be interested in wine. I have the following:

1997 Christophe Sauvignon Blanc Case of 12...................$26
1994 W. m. Wheeler Sangiovese Case of 12...................$34
1994 W. m. Wheeler Merlot Case of 12........................$45

The bottles of these that I tried were still good. The Merlot is excellent. None have gone bad. The 1994 Wheeler Sangiovese bottle was a little past its prime. These are however older bottles and all better than two-buck chuck. I may negociate a bit. Cash or possibly trade for good recent dvd's. E-mail me at ThomasHudson5@hotmail.com Thanks

Tom

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The best Port Wine!!!

2004-05-06T01:56:20Z

I must say that I was blown away by badger mountain organic port. I highly doubt that a finer port can be purchased at any price! If you think you know one feel free to reply with the answer...Golden1

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Liquor

2004-04-21T02:06:27Z

what is your favorite liquor, and why?
i LOVE rum!

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Asian wines?

2004-03-07T17:37:29Z

I brought a couple of bottles of Kook Soon Dang's Bek Se Ju - a rice wine with ginseng and other spices - back from Korea, as I was rather charmed by its extremely spicy floral notes and failure to give me a nasty headache, which grape-derived white wines do. Also, it's the only wine I've ever had that goes well with sashimi.

A special occasion has finally arrived, so my Bek Se Ju will soon be drunk up, and I was wondering where I might find more. I figure with the large Asian populace it's GOT to be here somewhere. In my area everything's Thai, Vietnamese or Cambodian and they've drawn a blank. Ranch 99, perhaps? Anyone have Korean markets in their neighborhood? Any leads will be greatly appreciated.

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U-O-U

2004-02-17T20:21:40Z

You owe it to yourself to check out this site:

www.slowfood.com

You may already be a member.

)}--| Can you see the wine glass, or a I a dork?

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Best Bordeauxs?

2004-02-14T17:36:37Z

I just recently discovered these and have only sampled one, so I'm looking for anyone who may have favorites they can recommend in all price ranges up to say $100.

The only one I've tried so far is a 2000 Baron de Rothschild (Lafite) Reserve Special Pauillac. I read about it in some magazine article because it was mentioned this is the stuff that just misses the cutoff to be the $250 a bottle stuff. I picked it up for $15 at Cost Plus World Market, but now they don't appear to be restocking it...if I'd known it was gonna be as good as it was, I'd have bought a case.

So...any suggestions?

thanks!

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Best over-oaked reds?

2004-02-11T23:08:35Z

I am a shameless fan of oaky wine. I want my reds to taste like a vanilla scented candle and pack a tobacco aftertaste. Can you recommend something that fits the bill?

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Vodka Martini Recipe?

2004-02-06T00:26:00Z

Has anybody out there discovered the perfect combination of vodka and vermouth brands for a vodka martini?

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The perfect Bloody Mary...

2004-01-28T17:23:37Z

could you gals/guys please share your fav. recipes here...

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Mad Hatter cocktail?

2004-01-19T07:43:45Z

Trying to come up with design suggestions for a "Mad Hatter" cocktail or shot. What do you think would go into such a thing?

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Join The Wine Connoisseur Tribe

2003-12-31T03:08:20Z

Public URL http://divinebeverage.tribe.net

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Grove Street 99' Cab

2003-12-26T17:54:57Z

Discovered this one in a discount Store, San Diego Wine Store. Went back bought 3 more.

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Supa Fly Winery - Bonny Doon

2003-12-24T18:17:15Z

Check out the Bonny Doon winery, just north of S.C. They are so fresh and spunky. I go there with my main squeeze and it's always a great time, and the woods around there are not to be missed. Madeline is the best wine afficionado. She knows a ton.

Try their Muscat. It is delicioso. Won best muscat in the world or our galaxy or something crazy like that.

They also make a limited edition dessert wine that tastes like pumpkin pie. Trippy good.

Check em out.
http://www.bonnydoonvineyard.com/

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Bahama Mama

2003-12-22T17:37:04Z

this is a really tasty tropical drink!

fill glass with ice-
1oz light rum
1oz amaretto
1oz coconut rum
4oz pineapple juice
4oz orange juice
1 dash of grenedine (optional for added sweetness)
mix well-

hope you enjoy :)

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A Comical Mixed Drink

2003-12-17T01:49:30Z

hey it's a funny name-but still quite tasty...

Smurf P*ssy: as seen in the bartender's black book 5th edition

fill glass with ice
1oz light rum
a half oz of blueberry schnapps
a half oz of blue curacao
shake
strain or pour into a chilled glass
splash or fill with lemon-lime soda

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A Good Mixed Drink

2003-12-15T18:51:02Z

this a fun variation of the popular drink: ''sex on the beach''.

1 and a half oz. of vodka
a half oz. of any fruit flavored liquor
4oz. cranberry juice
4oz. orange juice
mix well-serve on ice

whatever fruit liquor is used-changes the name of the drink. for example: with apple liquor-sex under the apple tree, with strawberry liqour-sex in the starwberry patch...ect. you get the picture. the original drink uses peach schnapps.

have fun-and drink in moderation :)

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Deloach at a bargain price now

2003-12-03T05:56:58Z

Our wine shop owner mentioned he was trying to purchase Deloach if there was any left. The company was bought out I believe and the label is changing. Today I had the opportunity to try the cab at lunch. It was excellent especially for the price, $35 a bottle when fine dining.
If you live in CA I'm told Trader Joes is selling it for $7.99! In NJ it will much higher I suspect. Be on the look out if you like a good Russion River wine.
Susan

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:(

2003-12-02T22:51:48Z

i guess i am out of place here? no one wants to talk to me.

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Château d' Yquem

2003-12-01T08:25:10Z

Prefer the barrel maturation to the cyroextraction [freeze concentration] methods? I've never had the opportunity to try this, but apparently its sweet and has a hint of the Sauternes... opinion, anyone?

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PDX winos

2003-11-27T02:04:16Z

Anybody here form the Portland area? Bring your own wine dinner? Sometime after all the holiday madness is over...

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house wines?

2003-11-25T04:21:24Z

what are your preferred everyday quaffing wines? let's keep it under $15-.

some of mine:
Bonny Doon Big House Red
Pepperwood Grove Syrah
Los Vascos Cab. Sauv
La Vielle Ferme Rouge (Southern Rhone blend)
Columbia Syrah

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Perfect G & T

2003-11-15T09:11:10Z

I started enjoying gin and tonics about a year and a half ago when I was travelling on business to Halifax with a co-worker.

Business would take us to Halifax at least once a month, and while there, over the course of a couple of months, we tried every combination of gin and tonic that we could pour down our throats - all in the name of discovering the perfect G & T.

And discover the perfect G&T we did.

Here it is:
- Bombay Sapphire gin, a generous ounce of ;)
- Canada Dry Tonic Water
- Lemon (not lime) wedge
- Lots of ice

Enjoy!
s.

PS - Please share your favorite G&T recipes!

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