Brisbane offline 16th September 2016

[dave vino]

Don't know to be honest... how about some old world stuff? Although it is looking pretty Aussie at the moment, so should I keep with the vibe?

How about...

1996 Cullens Diane Madeline
1996 Henschke Cyril
1991 Penfolds Bin 389

It may be 2 or 3 of us.

[Luke W]

Don't know to be honest... how about some old world stuff? Although it is looking pretty Aussie at the moment, so should I keep with the vibe?

How about...

1996 Cullens Diane Madeline
1996 Henschke Cyril
1991 Penfolds Bin 389

It may be 2 or 3 of us.

Hard to see any disappointment in that lot! If there are 3 of you, you wouldn't have to choose.....

[Michael McNally]

I was thinking maybe showing a little cross-regional mini-horizontal of 2005 Riesling (say Drumborg, Leonay (Eden), Leasingham Classic Clare). Any interest in that?

Will

This would be great! Will see if I have something that compliments this group.....

Cheers

Michael

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I was thinking maybe showing a little cross-regional mini-horizontal of 2005 Riesling (say Drumborg, Leonay (Eden), Leasingham Classic Clare). Any interest in that?

Will

This would be great! Will see if I have something that compliments this group.....

Cheers

Michael

Missed this. Would be nice to try Willard. Shame I don't have anything in the cellar to complement. The only Rizzers I have are way too young.

[Willard]

It may well be that the Drumborg and perhaps the Leonay will be too young still.

Michael, let us know if you have something, I can change or drop one, might throw in something different also.

Will

[Willard]

Don't know to be honest... how about some old world stuff? Although it is looking pretty Aussie at the moment, so should I keep with the vibe?

How about...

1996 Cullens Diane Madeline
1996 Henschke Cyril
1991 Penfolds Bin 389

It may be 2 or 3 of us.

Hi Dave, I'd be keen to see some old world stuff, if you can see it fitting in with the rest of the lineup. The old world wines I have are limited to a smattering of Piedmont and Bordeaux, largely nowhere near ready to drink, so be keen to expand my horizons.

Having said that, also be very keen to try the wines you've listed.

Will

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Don't know to be honest... how about some old world stuff? Although it is looking pretty Aussie at the moment, so should I keep with the vibe?

How about...

1996 Cullens Diane Madeline
1996 Henschke Cyril
1991 Penfolds Bin 389

It may be 2 or 3 of us.

Hi Dave, I'd be keen to see some old world stuff, if you can see it fitting in with the rest of the lineup. The old world wines I have are limited to a smattering of Piedmont and Bordeaux, largely nowhere near ready to drink, so be keen to expand my horizons.

Having said that, also be very keen to try the wines you've listed.

Will

Yes, I concur. Nothing like changing it up a bit, but the list you have there is pretty good too.
Happy to swap the Signature for something old world (read Rioja Gran Reserva) that is approaching its drinking window. Don't want Dave to feel like the odd one out.

[Rickowa]

I've snagged a 2010 Le Sol as well as the 09, might be a good compare

[Michael McNally]

I've snagged a 2010 Le Sol as well as the 09, might be a good compare

Comparisons are good (particularly when it means more wine! )

Cheers

Michael

[Michael McNally]

Houston we may have a problem. Apparently number one son leaves on an overseas expedition at 9.30pm on this date and I may be expected to deliver him to the aerodrome.

I mean, seriously, who plans an overseas school adventure and schedules departure at 9.30pm on International Grenache Day FFS ?!?!?

Logistic re-organisation engaged....

Cheers

Michael

[Luke W]

Luke - 2000 Arras EJ Carr
Ian and Danny - Marco Cirillo / Kalleske Old Vine Grenache
Rens - 2004 Yalumba Signature or something old world
vovo -tba
Michael - wine and status to be confirmed
Willard - Drumborg, Leonay and Classic Clare Riesling combo?
Rickowa - 2009 or 2010 Craggy Range Le Sol
Louis and Teena - 2012 Jones Road Mornington Peninsula Nepean Chardonnay x 2
Jim and Sonya - 2012 Penfolds St Henri + 1
Dave Vino + 2?- 1996 Cullens Diane Madeline,1996 Henschke Cyril,1991 Penfolds Bin 389? or something old world

Don't forget team - let the restaurant know if you are not coming (7pm 85 Miskin St, Toowong 33714558) or if you don't eat salmon and you want to swap courses (currently we're having the degustation menu of 8 courses - look it up on the site at $89pp + corkage + tips - usually around $100).

14 or 15 at present if Dave Vino is still coming with 2 others; vovo and/or Mick any decisions on vino?

Looks like a hoot

[Michael McNally]

14 at present if Dave Vino is still coming with 2 others; vovo - any decisions on vino

Looks like a hoot

Jesus Luke

I expressed a doubt about being able to make it and you write me off the list - cold, mate, cold.

I'll let you know how I get on, but I am on the list rather than off at the moment.

Cheers

Michael

[Luke W]

I'm pleased you are still on the list mate - I thought the previous blog was a pullout. Will readjust - sorry

[Luke W]

Michael
After reading your blog on Marius, why don't you bring one of Roger's wines along? (Assuming you've found someone else to be the taxi driver). Those 08 Sympatico (?) wines were to die for.

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Michael
After reading your blog on Marius, why don't you bring one of Roger's wines along? (Assuming you've found someone else to be the taxi driver). Those 08 Sympatico (?) wines were to die for.

I think you maybe referring to the 2008 End Play. We had one at Sprout.

[vovo]

Luke,

Unfortunately I am now a doubtful starter, Lisa is flying back from a few weeks away on the evening of the 16th. I will confirm here when flights are booked and advise the restaurant accordingly.

Apologies.

[ticklenow1]

Unfortunately my +1 Danny has had to pull out due to a medical condition. Do I need to call the restaurant?

Apologies
Ian

[Luke W]

Luke - 2000 Arras EJ Carr
Ian - Marco Cirillo or Kalleske Old Vine Grenache
Rens - 2004 Yalumba Signature or something old world
Michael - wine and status to be confirmed
Willard - Drumborg, Leonay and Classic Clare Riesling combo?
Rickowa - 2009 or 2010 Craggy Range Le Sol
Louis and Teena - 2012 Jones Road Mornington Peninsula Nepean Chardonnay x 2
Jim and Sonya - 2012 Penfolds St Henri + 1
Dave Vino + 2?- 1996 Cullens Diane Madeline,1996 Henschke Cyril,1991 Penfolds Bin 389? or something old world

Don't forget team - let the restaurant know if you are not coming (7pm 85 Miskin St, Toowong 33714558) or if you don't eat salmon and you want to swap courses (currently we're having the degustation menu of 8 courses - look it up on the site at $89pp + corkage + tips - usually around $100).

13 at present if Dave Vino is still coming with 2 others; Mick any decisions on vino or attendance?
Ian, I'll call the restaurant today and give them final numbers.
Cheers

Luke

[Michael McNally]

I am in Luke.

I am happy to bring a 99 Turkey Flat Grenache and a 2008 Marius End Play?

Or a 2006 or 2009 Kalleske Old Vine Grenache?

Or a white? Though the oldest thing I have is a 2008 Petaluma Riesling.

Cheers

Michael

[Luke W]

Michael
Could the End Play be WOTN 3 offlines in a row?
Why don't we find out?
Cheers
Luke

[Luke W]

Luke - 2000 Arras EJ Carr
Ian - Marco Cirillo or Kalleske Old Vine Grenache
Rens - 2004 Yalumba Signature or something old world
Michael - 2008 Marius End Play??? (maybe I'm just being optimistic)
Willard - Drumborg, Leonay and Classic Clare Riesling combo?
Rickowa - 2009 or 2010 Craggy Range Le Sol
Louis and Teena - 2012 Jones Road Mornington Peninsula Nepean Chardonnay x 2
Jim and Sonya - 2004 or 2005 Rockford Basket Press and a 2004 or 2005 Wendouree Shiraz!
Dave Vino + 2?- 1996 Cullens Diane Madeline,1996 Henschke Cyril,1991 Penfolds Bin 389? or something old world

Don't forget team - let the restaurant know if you are not coming (7pm 85 Miskin St, Toowong 33714558) or if you don't eat salmon and you want to swap courses (currently we're having the degustation menu of 8 courses - look it up on the site at $89pp + corkage + tips - usually around $100).

These wines are starting to look pretty special - 2 days to go!!!

[vovo]

Hi Luke, do I still need to let the restaurant know that I won't be able to attend or have you since confirmed numbers?

I don't want to knock a number off the list if I am not on it anymore.

Thanks

[Luke W]

Hi vovo

I've already let them know - sorry u can't make it.

[dave vino]

I'm still OK with +2, flights booked. I sent my wines up on Monday so hopefully AusPost will come to the party and have them up there by Friday. The girl at the counter was pretty confident.

[Willard]

I'm still good for Fri, and I will bring a Riesling flight. Buggered if I can find the Drumborg in the cellar at the moment, so will sub with something hopefully better in any case.

Will

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Signature standing upright in the kitchen letting the sediment settle.
See you all on Friday evening.

[Michael McNally]

Signature standing upright in the kitchen letting the sediment settle.

In this heat?

Cheers

Michael

[Michael McNally]

Great you can make it Dave. Sorry you can't Clive.

Yes, Luke I'll bring an End Play (and the 99 TF Grenache).

See you all Friday

Michael

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Signature standing upright in the kitchen letting the sediment settle.

In this heat?

Cheers

Michael

Under the aircon Michael.

[ticklenow1]

Hi guys,

I will bring a 2004 Cirillo 1850's Old Vine Grenache and a 2007 Langmeil Fifth Wave Grenache. It will be International Grenache day after all.

See you all tomorrow night.

Cheers
Ian