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I’m interested in trying the Graham’s 10 vs the 20.I’ve got the Graham’s 20 year tawny and Dow’s 20 year tawny. I’m looking forward to those one of these days.
I’m interested in trying the Graham’s 10 vs the 20.I’ve got the Graham’s 20 year tawny and Dow’s 20 year tawny. I’m looking forward to those one of these days.
I downloaded their app, which is pretty cool, and tried to finish my order with it. It didn’t seem to like my credit card which was a debit card and it wouldn’t take it. I called them to complete the order and the lady gave me a 20% off discount. So I think I’ll probably call to finish the order each time.Turns out wine.com will ship to the Dollar General that is 4.6 miles down the road from me. Uh oh.....
Futures can be an iffy proposal, in my humble opinion... it depends on what kind of selection you can get locally, and how good you feel about the vintage. Some of the time you’ll actually be able to buy the given vintage when it comes available for retail sale for cheaper than what the futures were, and then you obviously haven’t put that chunk of make up out for however long ahead of time either.What do you think?
Thank you for the advice. I should wait till the 19’s are for sale on the site and check the prices then…. Plus, I’d be able to use a 30% off coupon if it’s not a pre order.Futures can be an iffy proposal, in my humble opinion... it depends on what kind of selection you can get locally, and how good you feel about the vintage. Some of the time you’ll actually be able to buy the given vintage when it comes available for retail sale for cheaper than what the futures were, and then you obviously haven’t put that chunk of make up out for however long ahead of time either.
I haven’t read up on the last couple vintages in Bordeaux so I can’t speak to the ‘19 futures specifically. But I’d also look at local wine shops if you have any good ones because a lot of the time they will have better futures options than somewhere like wine.com (and maybe a Bordeaux specialist that can provide some helpful info).
They are fun to buy and look forward to though! I still have some ‘05’s that I bought as futures that I remember having fun reading up on while choosing what to order (first time doing so).
That’s a nice Sauternes.What do you think?
Thank you for the suggestions!As regards Chardonnay, I am in the camp that dislikes the buttery California Chardonnays, but I love the Oregon Chardonnays, especially the unoaked ones. Stoller makes one I really like for around $16. I would not bother to age it.
With regard to Pinot Noir, I think they hit their stride pretty early, but some of the big single vineyard ones from Oregon (Sokol Blooser Big Oak, several of the Ken Wrights, Ayoubs, and ALL the Patricia Greens will IMO benefit from 4-6 years.
Cabs have shifted in recent decades towards fruitiness. Some of the older style and leaner ones like Clos du Val, BV, and Chateau Montelena benefit from ten of more years. If you are lucky enough to get any of the three Cab blends Ridge makes, twenty years plus would not be out of line.
Any time, Pop.... and as soon as I can make it to @ouch's house, we're drinking them all.
Thank you for looking at the posts. That is one I might try a pre order.That’s a nice Sauternes.
Very niceMy oldest is a 2007 Marques de Riscal, rioja.
Of special interest is a 2010 Bordeaux that a French girl brought over.
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I don't recognise that brand but ... 2010 was a good vintage for Bordeaux.Of special interest is a 2010 Bordeaux that a French girl brought over.
I don't recognise that brand but ... 2010 was a good vintage for Bordeaux.
I'm not home right now.
I'll put it in better light and take more pictures.
It was at least 5 years old when she brought it over,
so I'm assuming they don't sell aged inferior Bordeaux off the shelf in France.
I haven't been able to reference the label either.