Nice wines I have drunk recently - Red or White

[penegal]

I wish I had purchased more 2010 Basket Press... I think a few boutique cellars may still have some, but probably at high mark-ups?

 

[blackcat20]

I wish I had purchased more 2010 Basket Press... I think a few boutique cellars may still have some, but probably at high mark-ups?

Most I've seen are $100+. We were lucky....

 

[pagingjoan]

At the risk of sounding obtruse that actually looks like a reasonable-ish price given the calibre (and cost) of some of those wines.

Of course with most wine dinners like this you only get a taste of the really sought after wines.

Yes, I agree with the value for money assessment. My "lottery" comment related to the actual price of the event, per head.

And, yes, of course, there will be tastings only. Probably just as well, given the number of wines on the list. Without double-checking, my memory is that there are around seventeen, all told. Not sure how clear the palate will be by the end of the list - but will be happy to run the experiment.

 

[boomy]

Nice deal I came across at BWS, when buying 6 pack of Pepperjack hand crafted Ale they offer 2 bottles of Pepperjack Shiraz 2012 for $15. Great price for a very nice table wine.

 

[JessicaTam]

I reckon we might find a good reason to crack one by the end of the year

But you have already had your birthday!

 

[blackcat20]

But you have already had your birthday!

I have and we failed to crack a bottle! But I reckon there might be a suitable night in December to crack one.

 

[penegal]

Yes, I agree with the value for money assessment. My "lottery" comment related to the actual price of the event, per head.

And, yes, of course, there will be tastings only. Probably just as well, given the number of wines on the list. Without double-checking, my memory is that there are around seventeen, all told. Not sure how clear the palate will be by the end of the list - but will be happy to run the experiment.

Indeed, I also don't have that kind of cash floating around... But I would be willing participant in any experiment

 

[cove]

Once I have the $20 million lotto win this weekend I will let you know what I am drinking......

 

[pagingjoan]

Once I have the $20 million lotto win this weekend I will let you know what I am drinking......

We will all be waiting for the bulletin.

 

[blackcat20]

Tonight's tipple, a Brown Brothers 2008 SMC. It's going down a treat.

 

[bismarck]

Very much enjoying tonight's libations...



Quite full bodied, with nice firm tannins. My favourite sort of Mclaren Shiraz.

Purchased from Naked Wines which supports up and coming wine makers.

If you're interested the below link will give you a $50 voucher (I get $10 as well)

nakedwines.com.au/invite/morgan-forrest.htm

 

[blackcat20]

Buzz, we've picked up a box of the Noble One for you

 

[Buzzard]

Buzz, we've picked up a box of the Noble One for you

Just make sure you don't drink it before I come down in November otherwise I will be :evil: :evil: :evil: (+1 reckons I'm already mad )

You are too kind If you want me to pay you before November just let me know.

 

[TomVexille]

Just make sure you don't drink it before I come down in November otherwise I will be :evil: :evil: :evil:

I'll try not to... :mrgreen:

 

[blackcat20]

Just make sure you don't drink it before I come down in November otherwise I will be :evil: :evil: :evil: (+1 reckons I'm already mad )

You are too kind If you want me to pay you before November just let me know.

I'll try not to... :mrgreen:

Ill make sure he doesn't; he has one of his own Payment on the day is fine.

 

[drross]

Buzz, we've picked up a box of the Noble One for you

The Black Noble is even better

 

[blackcat20]

The Black Noble is even better

Hadn't heard of it before...

Tried a lovely cold-pressed Riesling at Yering Station over the weekend.

Also enjoyed a bottle of the Kay Brothers Basket Pressed Granache last night.

 

[burmans]

The Black Noble is even better

Can only agree on that, similar to a PX.

 

[Daver6]

Restrained nose of black cherry, blackcurrant, leather, hints of mint and sweet vanilla. High acid, medium plus tannins. Palate of spicy dark fruits, some pepper, medium finish. Hint of alcohol heat. Seems somewhat disjointed without anything really poking out. I'd like to see where this is at in another few years time. 87 points.

 

[TomVexille]

Also enjoyed a bottle of the Kay Brothers Basket Pressed Granache last night.

That was really good.