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Thanks for the note. That is a surprising statement but maybe the grape just isn't for you.

@ maybe it is because I am in Brazil and the good ones maybe just don’t make it to here, I found all that I have tasted being lack of “power” for my taste

Thanks for the note. You'll have to report back with your thoughts on any of the wines you try. Cooper was probably annoyed that I decided to film during nap time. But he naps a lot!

Very happy you are!

Thanks for the note - it is funny how that seems to work :)

Caparzo Brunello and Rosso are always delicious and such great values.

I wouldn't overthink the food pairing angle as Grenache is pretty versatile - anything from pasta, pizza or burgers to a roasted chicken.

Thanks for the note Jim. I tend to agree with the sentiment and probably try too many Pinots to find the good value wines. I tend to always look past Bread and Butter but maybe I'll give it a try.

Thanks for all of the thoughts. We are definitely aligned in finding off the beaten path countries and grapes to try. They don't get many views on the channel when I make videos about them but I am not going to stop. I just bought a Plavac Mali so keep an eye out for that one here soon!

That is about what I would expect. Just keep searching around the Greek section there!

Thanks for the thoughts Chris. I think Pinot Noir has simply grown too big in popularity and there is a big gap between the quality of the everyday wines available and Pinot Noir that you have to spend up for. I find that a lot of time I buy a Pinot and don't feel good about the value I have received. That doesn't mean I'll stop exploring the grape but I have to find more reliable lanes. Sojourn is amazing but the bottles are too expensive for me to acquire it in bunches.

It is in the Rhone. That guy in the video made a mistake 😉

Thanks for the note. Chile has come on strong for me lately.

Living the high life with Napa and Pauillac! Australia overall is really growing on me lately - Margaret River is the fave.

Thanks for the note! Honestly, you could go either way as Mastroberardino is simply a quality producer. 2015 has a better vintage reputation across Europe than 2017 but it is kinda like splitting hairs. Maybe get both and let me know which is better?!?!

Thanks for the note Chris. Interesting that Trader Joe's had a Sicilian wine. Was the rest of the blend Nero d'Avola or a combo of others? The TJ's here and in Massachusetts don't sell alcohol otherwise I would ave definitely grabbed a bottle to try.

@@DrinkinItIn 10 Nerello Mascalese. 5 Sangiovese. 23 Merlot. 2 Pinot Noir. 35 Syrah. 10 Cab. 15 Frappato

@@chrismirs5588 Wow, quite a blend and zero Nero!

This comment is amazing. Am glad we are aligned.

Thanks for the note Chris. My wife just flew back from DFW last night! I dont get a ton in RI either. Assyrtiko (and Greek wines in general) are still not well distributed, have been hoping for a while that we would see more and more but looks like we will have to keep hoping.

Thanks for all of the thoughts. I don't think I have ever said this wine needs food but I do know what they mean - the wine isn't delicious. I'll keep the urchin tip in mind, maybe it will become less overrated for me.

Thanks for the note. That is more or less where I land as well.

Thanks so much for the note, this is one of my most favorite comments. We are making progress albeit slowly! Hopefully when people find me they hop onboard.

Thanks for sharing, am glad you found a similar experience with a $4 bottle. It is worth keeping your eyes wide open when shopping for wine.

Oh man, I was really off my game with this video. Thanks for pointing out the mishap.

Duh!! Apologies for the flub. Thanks for watching and pointing that out.

Thanks for the note and for watching. it always amazes me what people choose to put in a comment, but every comment is good! Most of the world is miserable so not much I can do other than to keep putting videos out there. I feel like there is a place for bottles like the Harvey's Bristol Cream Sherry and it certainly lasts a LONG time.

Thanks for the note and for watching. The Josh folks know what they are doing when it comes to marketing and design. I just find the wines undrinkable.

Thanks for the thoughts but I am pretty sure I have seen the term in the Wine Spectator. I also have become less of a fan of 'respectable critics' over the years as they simply don't bring enough value and are exclusionary. Be that as it may, my two favorite respectable critics are Jeb Dunnuck and the folks at Vinous although I am no longer an active subscriber.

@@DrinkinItIn Thank you for your response. I absolutely agree with your assessment of the critics. The only notes that are useful to me are my own, and I am nowhere near as knowledgeable, perceptive, expressive, strict or objective as those pros. I also like to get wine notes from non-wine people. For example, tea drinkers focus on texture and place wines on the broader map than “one of the firmer Pommards”.

@@fruitysalt Agree that even though I am not as consistent, knowledgeable, etc as the critics I think it important for people to get confident with their own tasting. I do use the Top 100 lists to gauge trends and look for ideas. I love your last point, never considered that.

Thanks for all of the thoughts. I definitely don't want my red wine right out of the fridge but beyond that it doesn't warrant much conversation. Your last point is very important here as we have never had more quality wine available to drink due to the progression in winemaking and winemakers focusing more and more on quality.

Can you be more specific Ron? What am I off on?

You may have cracked the code!

Thanks for the note. It is a nebulous term that I don't use because I am not sure how to use it!

Thanks for sharing, that is weird. Perhaps the version in France is different than what is exported?

In that case, don't drink.

I haven't eaten lunch in a while 😁

Thanks for watching!

Thanks for the support. You'll have to report back with your assessment.

Good luck! The service at the Capital Grille is always great and well orchestrated. I think the things they do the best are: - all team members are very professional and calm. They set the mood of a special experience through that. There are different folks bringing you bread, water as well as food runners. Somehow it always seems to run smoothly. - anticipating your needs, they are really attuned to needing more water, wine, etc. - the staff are very knowledgeable on wine and how to navigate the menu. the best servers there can guide you through lots of options that exist. - we have had a couple of times where the server was trying to take our order quickly and we had to reset him, basically saying we are not in a rush! That is perhaps something to bring up as a behavior that should NOT be part of the experience.

Thanks for the note. I've used them lots over the years but have never really tracked shipment times. I may go in with slow expectations. Also, I tend to buy from them during the marathons and give them some grace on shipping times. Sept 18th order date does seem unacceptable - have you checked in with them to see what is causing the delay?

Thanks for all of the thoughts. Good tip on the Decoy - probably could apply that advice to all Cabernet Sauvignon.

Thanks for the note and the kind words.

Thanks for the note and detailing the experience Marilyn. Are you always buying from the same retailer or has this happened with purchases from different spots?

Thanks so much, I am glad you enjoyed the video. I need to find another bottle of the Palazzo Della Torre

Thanks for the suggestions - will keep an eye out for those.

Am not familiar with this producer but will keep an eye out for it. I trust you!

Thanks so much for the note. Let me know how the wine hits you.

Thanks so much for the kind words, hopefully your positive vibes will encourage more subscribers. Love that Allegrini as well.

So you are focusing on the producer? 😄

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@@DrinkinItIn very good thing jeje