For The Love Of Port

Great notes, Roy. Thanks. Could there be an FTLOP buying opPORTunity in our future?

I just called the hotel and am good to go! I will also plan to arrive at around 3pm.

In addition to an older Colheita yet to be determined, I am happy to bring Champagne, and/or Burgundy (white and/or red).

Thanks again, Andy.

I just checked the hotel website, and it says "No rates are available for the selected dates."

Ok, lets go with May 1. It would just be the one evening as I've got plans for Saturday and can't do a full 2-day event. Since we've only got a couple weeks, what do you all say to just bring a VP or Colheita 1970 or older?? Does that work for everyone? Sounds like a plan! :thumbsup: :thanks:

Can anyone explain why I cant get into the newsletter on line? I just got back from holiday and would like to try to order (although I may be too late!!!!?????) Russ, I am having the same problem right now. Fortunately, I was able to download the newsletter just fine several days ago, and have alre...

Sorry for the delay. Just got back from NY.

Yes, I can make it on 5/1. Thanks for organizing Andy. It was a lot of fun last time!

Hey Andy, Any time you need help making room in your cellar, give me and Steve P a call... we'll drive on over and help! [cheers.gif] Cheers, Mark you got it. i've got to plan something.... Great idea! I'm in; just not 5/9 to 5/24 (Piemonte calling! [foilhat.gif] ). And also not 6/26 to 7/6 (Paris/...

I was thinking the same thing, Mark. Does anyone know if San Leonardo uses driven corks or T corks for their wood-aged Ports?

I'm trying to figure out a way to limit my order to 2 cases. But given the quality of these wines, and the one shot opportunity at these prices, I have a feeling it will be closer to a 3 case order. All tawny. I'm going to tell my wife that I blame Glenn for his excellent review, and Roy for making ...

Roy, this offer is UNBELIEVABLE!!! Thanks so much.

Jim, sorry, I just couldn't resist having a little fun!

Hi Matt- I think your analysis is pretty accurate. I was successful on none of the Zachy's lots. In the Christie's live auction, I got 2 lots-- 6 bottles of 1894 H&H Founder's Reserve Solera and 12 bottles of 1912 D'Oliveiras Verdelho Reserva (bottled 1911). In the Christie's Online auction, I ...

I love the Sandeman 20 year and 30 year as well. And their prices are still reasonable, at least for now. Shhhh!

Best news I've heard all year! I have wanted to try their Tawny Ports for a long time. Thank, Roy!!!

Have fun, guys!

Eric Ifune wrote:Matt,


Great to have another Madeira lover on board.

Ditto!

Hi Andy,

I will be out of the country for a couple weeks in May, and then have a wedding to attend on 5/24. But if something comes together, and I'm available, I'd certainly be interested.

Steve

If this is happening on the weekend of March 7, I unfortunately will not be able to join you.

Sorry to miss it. Have fun!

David Spriggs wrote:

David Spriggs wrote:but the $75 is not available

I just saw an offer for the $75 Madeira from the Rare Wine Co.- They are charging a bit more than I believe I paid on the Island).

Which one is it?

Using the old rule of thumb of a full day decant for each decade in bottle, I think this would have shown better with a 2-3 day decant. So you should expect improvement over the coming days.