Current Buying Op

Post by **Roy Hersh** » Sat Jan 16, 2016 1:50 pm

Ends today!!!

Besides the S. Leonardo, of all other buying ops, this has been by far, the most successful. Glad you enjoyed this one. I can't believe how much Port was bought. Crazy!

Matt K · Post by **Matt K** » Sat Jan 16, 2016 2:55 pm

IN - thanks for the reminder!

Bradley Bogdan · Post by **Bradley Bogdan** » Sat Jan 16, 2016 3:01 pm

When the op is over, can you again let us know how much was collectively bought Roy? I find it a fun factoid

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Michael T · Post by **Michael T** » Sat Jan 16, 2016 3:20 pm

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Bradley Bogdan · Post by **Bradley Bogdan** » Sat Jan 16, 2016 4:20 pm

Same, I received an email almost immediately and I would receive a call for payment at some point before shipping next week. I assume that they're just waiting for the op to close to call everyone at once.

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Eric Menchen · Post by **Eric Menchen** » Sat Jan 16, 2016 5:24 pm

I called them, and Brad is basically correct.

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Post by **Roy Hersh** » Sun Jan 17, 2016 11:09 am

Jeez guys, have some patience.

This is not a big operation. They have 3 guys working there and one of them is nearly 75. Don't worry, they likely want your money as much as you want their Port.

Edward J · Post by **Edward J** » Sun Jan 17, 2016 11:27 am

I didn't even think about a call from them until after things were closed down here. My question would be is how many items did we 86 . There was no mention of any lack of an item. So hopefully I will get my 2 cases intact. Thanks again Roy for this fantastic offering, well timed, as we just finished off our last bottle of Ferreira "Duque de Braganca" 20 Year Old. We have found that the majority of our wine drinking friends only tolerate most Port, but when offered a great tawny, seem to have no trouble asking for "more, please".

Post by **Andy Velebil** » Mon Jan 18, 2016 6:39 am

Edward J wrote:I didn't even think about a call from them until after things were closed down here. My question would be is how many items did we 86 . There was no mention of any lack of an item. So hopefully I will get my 2 cases intact. Thanks again Roy for this fantastic offering, well timed, as we just finished off our last bottle of Ferreira "Duque de Braganca" 20 Year Old. We have found that the majority of our wine drinking friends only tolerate most Port, but when offered a great tawny, seem to have no trouble asking for "more, please".

It is amazing how many of my friends say they aren't too keen on Port....until I open a bottle and they dive in for more rather quickly

Moses Botbol · Post by **Moses Botbol** » Mon Jan 18, 2016 8:24 am

Andy Velebil wrote: It is amazing how many of my friends say they aren't too keen on Port....until I open a bottle and they dive in for more rather quickly

I find the many "think they don't like port", until they have port... If I had only drank some God awful Fairbanks or Taylor California "port", I would agree with not liking port or at least being tentative in any affirmation.

Post by **Glenn E.** » Mon Jan 18, 2016 11:37 am

Edward J wrote:We have found that the majority of our wine drinking friends only tolerate most Port, but when offered a great tawny, seem to have no trouble asking for "more, please".

Moses Botbol wrote:
Andy Velebil wrote: It is amazing how many of my friends say they aren't too keen on Port....until I open a bottle and they dive in for more rather quickly
I find the many "think they don't like port", until they have port... If I had only drank some God awful Fairbanks or Taylor California "port", I would agree with not liking port or at least being tentative in any affirmation.

These all echo my experiences as well. It seems to me that most people who like wine but "don't like Port" haven't actually had real Port. They've had a fortified wine from somewhere that said "Port" on the label. I had a couple of people at a BBQ event once who swore they didn't like Port, and swore that they'd tried it several times, but after much coaxing I got them to try a Smith Woodhouse LBV and they were surprised to like it. They now look forward to the bottles I bring to share at events.

I have also found that Tawny Port is generally a better entry point for wine drinkers, especially red wine drinkers. They may eventually switch to LBVs or VPs, but a 20-yr old Tawny is what will get them hooked. My suspicion is that a Ruby Port is too similar to red wine - while simultaneously being radically sweeter - and so it is perhaps jarring as an introduction to Port. Tawny is different in just about every way, so is easier to accept as a first experience.

Edward J · Post by **Edward J** » Mon Jan 18, 2016 9:26 pm

Glenn E. wrote:
I have also found that Tawny Port is generally a better entry point for wine drinkers, especially red wine drinkers. They may eventually switch to LBVs or VPs, but a 20-yr old Tawny is what will get them hooked. My suspicion is that a Ruby Port is too similar to red wine - while simultaneously being radically sweeter - and so it is perhaps jarring as an introduction to Port. Tawny is different in just about every way, so is easier to accept as a first experience.

I would agree 100%. The only thing I would add is that you can get really old Colheitas that are not fussy like VP and are almost guaranteed in perfect condition, perfect for buy and enjoy now. While I hope we never see "cult" prices, the producers do have to turn a profit.

Post by **Roy Hersh** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 9:22 pm

The finally totals are in and I am speechless. Wow.

Thomas V · Post by **Thomas V** » Fri Jan 22, 2016 4:16 am

Could you allude to some stats for the buy up without revealing subscriber only details?

John Danza · Post by **John Danza** » Sat Jan 23, 2016 12:10 am

I spoke with them earlier in the week and they said the orders were much more than anticipated. We should be getting calls about payment and shipping this coming week.

Post by **Roy Hersh** » Sat Jan 23, 2016 2:08 am

70 cases, the #1 SKU was 1975. It was more than double the sales of our last time offering Kopke products a few years ago.

Bradley Bogdan · Post by **Bradley Bogdan** » Sat Jan 23, 2016 4:50 am

Hopefully this means they feel encouraged to have another offer again in the future. Go us!

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Moses Botbol · Post by **Moses Botbol** » Sat Jan 23, 2016 1:56 pm

Roy Hersh wrote:70 cases, the #1 SKU was 1975. It was more than double the sales of our last time offering Kopke products a few years ago.

I ordered 48 bottles and not one of them was that... Am I missing out?

John Danza · Post by **John Danza** » Sat Jan 23, 2016 2:19 pm

Spoke to Harvey this morning. My wines ship out on Monday.

Thanks for setting this up Roy!

Eric Menchen · Post by **Eric Menchen** » Sat Jan 23, 2016 4:25 pm

Spoke to Harvey this morning. My wines ship out in March, maybe April.

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