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Enjoyed the show! I like all reds but my favs are Cali Cabs and Aussie Shiraz’s! Although, I get into my periods where I just feel like drinking say reds from Spain or reds from Italy or whatever else.

We had a poker party at our cousins house back in late January and had the Boarding Pass. Besides, a poker marathon it turned out to be a wine drinking(not tasting) marathon also. First mistake: “Do night put your poker table right by your wine fridge/cabinet”. Too easy to lean back and grab and pop bottes. Second mistake: “Do not close door to room and blast sattelite radio after drinking bunches of bottles of wine”. A fire started in the kitchen and we didn’t hear all the commotion to contain the fire. Eventually and thankfully, it was contained.

We drank bottles from all over the place: South Africa, Chile(Carmenere), France(Pinot), Argentina(Malbec), Portugal, Spain, Cali.(Cabs.) Aussie Shiraz’s(a few). After bottle after bottle being clanged into the recycle bin, we lost count. They just kept coming! Go back! to first mistake!

Back to the Boarding Pass! We had this particular wine after the best bottle of the night which was an Aussie Shiraz from I believe Barosso: Bethany Reserve Shiraz 2004. From what I remember, a beautiful full wine rich with plenty of Chocolate on the palate. The Boarding Pass didn’t stand a chance after this wine. I didn’t pull anything from the Boarding Pass at all. In fairness, it was at the last in line to be had. Whether it be tongue saturation or discombobulation, it does seem to correspond with other reviews here however.

So after picking up the BP and the Water Wheel Saturday, I will do the taste against each other too. Out of all of them that you had tasted, the Mitolo seems to be one the I would really enjoy! I love wines that are really chewy as if a peice of meat got accidently dropped inside the bottle!

Good job once again Gary. Also, thanks again for Saturday(3/29)! And that idea of a quarterly function sounds slick.

Yankees Brother!

Fun show. Not a baseball guy, but everyone else feel free to enjoy! I missed the WL meetup by one day. I was in Manhattan Sunday and Monday, but couldn’t get there for Saturday. Hope to hit the next one!

Good show.

I used to love these over the top fruit bombs, and although I still like them, I appreciate more the old world wines.

Saying that … there are just days when you need an over the top fruit bomb for your “pal”

GV, I’ll be moving very close to Notre Dame in a few months and you can stop by anytime.

Wow. I told my parents to buy 3 of the Water Wheel back in December 2007 when they were looking for Christmas presents for 3 of their associates. They got it for around $12 at Costco. Who woulda thunk you’d actually review it (and like it). The parents told me that everyone loved it. Radool! I’m downloading this episode just to show them. 🙂

We’ll see if the Cubs can break the 100-year curse this season.

Yes! Come to the midwest. This Iowa boy would love to have you in the area. Try the REAL midwest. McGregor, on the Mississippi. We’ve got a new restaurant with food that’s to die for. Wonderful Chef.

QOTD: LETS GO BUCS!!! Sadly I can not honestly believe the Pirates will even have a winning record this season…*sigh* The Phillies should be strong this year.

Some of the first wines I seriously tried were Australians.

QOTD: I’m not into sports, but I know my Dad and my Sister will both be cheering on the Mets and the Red Sox this season.

What wines remind you of that ballpark smell? mmmmmm hot dog and cracker jacks.

QOTD: Ahhh, baseball season. My favorite time of the year. Gotta go with the Mariners. Maybe you’ll pick up a little SoDo Mojo when you’re out here next weekend.

Great idea with the quarterly “pick your crap up” meet & greet. I’m in that hour-distant weird zone and would definitely make the trip.

How would the buying work, though? I’m picturing a “pickup wish list” or something that you’d finalize and have me pay for the week before the meetup.

-M

gotta go with the Reds for the surprise winner of NL central. (not betting the farm though.)

QOTD: In So CA we choose who does not suck at the moment. Padres, Angels of LA of Anaheim(whatever that means)and Dodger Blue baby! We got Torre in the house.

gday gary
thanks 4 doing the aussie wines. i’m from there, i know the places, it’s easier 4 me 2 get my head around them & remember them when i’m in wine shops. inspired by you i’m drinking a 2005 french burgundy pinot noir. it’s ok. good balance a bit watery…. antonin rodet…
you rock
thanks 4 putting the shows out there
i love em
go jets
mjr

QOTD: I am rooting for Detroit Tigers, baby!

I’ve not really had any OTT monsters from Australia, the closest would be Grant Burge’s The Holy Trinity 2002 GSM, but I’d have to call that a more elegant wine than some of the one’s you were describing. The Mitolo sounded really good!

QOTD – Opening day? What the frak’s opening day? 🙂

I have a bunch of Aussies in my cellar of all shapes and sizes – Elderton Command, Rosemount Balmoral, Marquis Phillips #9 Shiraz, Brothers in Arms Shiraz, Penfolds Grange, etc. I am a big fan, but they can wear on you. I have taken about a year off from drinking them and they have been fun to revisit.

I have been a fan of The Big Red Machine for almost 40 years. It has been tough – I went from the back to back ’75 and ’76 World Series and then had to wait until the ’90 sweep of the A’s. Now I am waiting again!

Went to Braves opening night so I need to pick them.

Good Show, nice mix of prices. Like to see inexpensive stuff tasted next to pricier stuff. Maybe I’ll let my Glaetzer sit for a few years.

QOTD: Grew up in Oregon (no MLB team), went to college in NYC, went to 4 years of Yankee games, you can never forget the first trip to Yankee Stadium… go Yanks!

Yes, please come to the Midwest. More specifically Madison WI. This town brings the thunder to all that live and visit here. Great people, interesting dining, and an attitude on life that will forever leave an impression on you. I do not even live there, but I work and have family in Madison and I always love the things this town has to offer. Yes I believe where you live has much to offer because of size and diversity of all there is to do and see. But given the opportunity, I think Madison, WI will give you a rewarding and unique experience, better than any where else in the Midwest. I hope to hear that you are visiting soon. On Wisconsin!

GV, I’m back… got a lot of catching up to do. I don’t keep up with baseball much, but when I watch I’m a Yankees fan.

LOL – Leave a comment. Good show, I was not able to make the “really big show” in person I am sorry to say, we got a bit too much going on here. Keep doing them I am sure I will make one next time.

Keep the reasonably priced ones in the mix, it always keeps my interest and when I hit the lottery I’ll buy the other stuff…. 😉

Gary–so great to see you giving props across the wine board–yes even to fruit bomby Aussie reds. I also was surprised and humbled by a Cab franc, p.verdot, merlot blend from Gemtree, McLaren Vale at a recent wine tasting. have a great week!