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Tucked in over Christmas, had about 4 or 5 of the 17 Moppa, always love this wine and serve it straight from the wine fridge at 14-15 degs. The 17 is a quality example and will age over medium term but I just can’t keep my hands of them. Had the 09 Rifle Range, in pristine condition but somewhat rai...

Sorry for the thread drift Adam. I’ve been drinking Zalto for years, and I really like the Zalto Uni for Champagne now, prefer it to the actual Zalto champers glass. I haven’t tried the GG yet, but I’ve heard enough from other to know they are extremely good. I’m a Chardonnay focussed Drinker and th...

I’d agree with this.

One thing I would add is most references to Burgundy on forums tend to assume it’s red. That is a major mistake as in my opinion the best, most consistent wine from Burgundy is white... Premox issues noted.

How was the stonewaller lunch Craig? Michael, actually booked in for later in the year for a Saturday lunch, not this time alas. There is a new section affectionately known as the kennel as it was an old shed of sorts where the dogs used to sleep. After years of leaks, rot and neglect it has been t...

How was the stonewaller lunch Craig?

I've never had any problems with Langtons; that said I choose my purchases carefully thus minimising the risk.As for the site freezing, there's no way you can be sure the problem was Langtons, but in any case, yes, when I desperately want a wine I will put in my max bid early, otherwise you just ha...

Happy Christmas Tony, good to see you are drinking well.
We've got our end of year event in a couple of weeks and hoping for similar results.

Reminds me to organise another Coche event in 2019....will keep you posted

Mick

winetastic wrote:

JamieBahrain wrote:
Makes me miss 121bc in Sydney, where else could you walk in a find such a wine for sale in a wine bar setting?

Yep, 121 BC had it right on many levels.
Shame it’s gone.

I know right, what a cracking surprise.
Not to mention the epic lunches, and just the general friendly helpful vibe from every interaction.
Such a beautiful winery too.
One day i'll get down for the Golf day.

Love the place.

Is BP worth the fuss? Not so far for me, but i don't have the experience with the wine at 20+ years, an important caveat. Interestingly, the only BP that has stood out was a 98 drunk maybe 5 years ago. Is Rockford worth the fuss? Most def. Absolutely love the place, its more than the wine sold. Only...

High quality notes Sean.

Enjoy mate. I’d also put Tralee high on your list if/when you revisit.
Portrush is class, and if you have time Portstewart is certainly worth a look. Even 9 holes. Lastly, Bushmills restaurant will hit the spot after a long days golf.

Wouldn’t surprise me Craig.
Its becoming very prevalent in the wine game certainly.

Chanel price their $50k handbags primarily to sell a lot more of their $5k handbags in the window alongside. If they actually sell the more expensive bag then it’s a bonus. It’s called anchoring, and it works in a lot of instances.

Con J wrote:
The pricing on some of these Italians are getting out of hand.

Cheers Con.

The last hour on those 04 & 07 BG Risevras got very heated indeed.

That Ian Tickle fella sure hits the golf ball a long way!!
Seems like every year he takes the longest drive...must be all the frustration of supporting Liverpool the last couple of decades

Anyone got early views on the Moppa this year?

Spot on Tim,
I stand corrected!

Mahmoud Ali wrote:Ah yes, Jamet, that's it!

On reflection the 'Oddero' Barolo sixth from the left might be a Coterno, and the yellow necked bottle to the right is likely a Burgundy if not a Chablis.

Mahmoud.

Yep, gotta be Dauvissat, looks like a spire on the label to me anyway!

Confirming Jamet is defo 3rd from left.

I’ve been going there frequently for years. Always get the ragu.
My one tip is bring your own glasses.

, get to Charles Melton to check out the new Nine Popes . -- George Krashos The pie lunch on the verandah there is a great option too. One i would definitely add is Torbreck. Wines may polarise, and hasn't been the most harmonious recent past, but i'd rate it the best cellar door of my 3 Barossa vi...

Received the corkscrew today.
Rockford are very customer focused, and it’s lovely to be a part of it.

dingozegan wrote:

Polymer wrote:But if not hopefully whomever takes it over keeps with the more traditional Hunter style...like maybe dingozegan needs to look into this...Or maybe a GM joint venture..lol..

Haha, believe me, it's crossed my mind (and also been mentioned to me) numerous times.

In!

Cool story. Can sense the emotion that wine would have brought.

Chaco Bar in Darlinghurst.
$15 corkage.
Glassware = not great, I bring my own.
Food = Japanese.
Quality = very good.

Wouldn't suit big groups/offlines.

Staying at the course is an excellent decision.
If it's your first time there, don't be surprised if you decide to golf in the afternoon instead of winery visits, particularly if weather is decent.

Delamere.

Arguably the 3 most common White Burg tasting notes..

Ramonet: mint
Coche: struck match
Sauzet: oxidised

Oz producers, in no particular order (except Giaconda)

Chard;
Giaconda
Penfolds Bin A
Penfolds Yattarna
By Farr
Main Ridge

Pinot:
Bass Philip
Mount Mary

Polymer wrote:In fact I'd love to be able to buy wines under both simply to do a comparative tasting down the line......

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