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Comment on Alexander Valley Academy: new appreciation for these fine Cabernets by Doug Wilder

Doug Wilder — Sat, 18 May 2013 04:07:34 +0000

I’m with you on IPA after a day of tasting wine, my go to.

Comment on Alexander Valley Academy: new appreciation for these fine Cabernets by steve

steve — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:05:23 +0000

Love my IPAs! Nothing better after a hot day tasting wine.

Comment on Alexander Valley Academy: new appreciation for these fine Cabernets by Keasling

Keasling — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:43:35 +0000

IPA you say Steve? We were at Davis Family last Fall when word got out that Bear Republic had just released their double IPA, Racer X. Not more than 10 minutes later, cellar staff were flying out the door to get their mitts on the seasonal golden nectar. Needless to say we followed, and extremely glad we did. If you happen upon some, you’ll be an even happier camper this weekend.

Comment on In defense of wine tasting notes by Josh Moser

Josh Moser — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:18:39 +0000

I think we are all losing site of the fact that the scores from different reviewers really don’t vary that much. Let’s look at a few wines. 2009 La Lagune (WS 93 to 96, WA 95, IWC 89 to 92). 2005 Leoville Las Cases (WS 100, WA 98, Suckling 98, IWC 95, Wine & Spirits 98). 2009 Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (WS 87, WA 91, IWC 89, Wine Enthusiast 91). 2009 Larkmead LMV Salon (WS 94, WA 95+). 2009 Larkmead Solari (WS 91, WA 96). 2009 Chateau Pibran Pauillac (WS 92, WA 90, Wine Enthusiast 92) The difference in those scores is less than 5%, which in my opinion is not significant. Some people prefer Honda Accords over a Toyota Camry. At the end of the day, they are both great cars.

Comment on Global wine shortage could be good news for struggling wineries by steve

steve — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:16:17 +0000

Dear Kayla: It’s never rude when people correct a typo. It’s rude when they resort to personal attacks. Fortunately, only a few do. I think there will be an increase in wine prices. Wineries had to hold the line the last 5 years because of the recession, but with recovery, they’ll need to make up for lost ground. Consumers are still struggling, though, so I don’t think we’ll see runaway inflation. Wineries will take whatever modest price increases they think they can get away with. As for imports, I expect they’ll continue to grow, although pricing will be determined by the value of the dollar against the currency of the country of origin.