The Official Wine Thread

[Omega Male]

Aussie nooner.

 

[jbarwick]

Grabbed some Portuguese wines to drink as we plan a trip there next year. This one is first

 

[ValidusLA]

Couple of pinots last night. The Merry Edward's, despite being at the end of its time, was much superior. The Goldeneye, like many Duckhorn products, was definitly made for mass appeal. Inoffensive but in no way remarkable.

 

[Omega Male]

 

[Omega Male]

Another 2015 Rioja. Was good with some air.

 

[jbarwick]

Another 2015 Rioja. Was good with some air.

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Felt the same way with the red Portuguese wine I had. Didn't grab a pic but it was better after leaving it out a bit.

 

[domdomdomdom]

Cant go wrong with white Burgundy. And same for Champagne, very nice.
How is the 164 doing? I am bot sure I ever had one.

The 164eme is in great shape now - acid is coming into balance with the rest of the wine. I think for me it's been the perfect grand cuvee.

 

[venividivicibj]

The 164eme is in great shape now - acid is coming into balance with the rest of the wine. I think for me it's been the perfect grand cuvee.

Any opinions on 170? I’ve heard it’s middling/average (for a Krug)

 

[domdomdomdom]

Any opinions on 170? I’ve heard it’s middling/average (for a Krug)

As you alluded too, it’s still Krug. I wouldn’t call it middling at all, it’s a very good edition. I like the 170eme just fine and would be happy to drink it any day as it seems to be drinking well young (whereas the 164eme needed time).

 

[TheFoo]

Opening this up in a bit to celebrate our 15th wedding anniversary:

Could stand to age another decade or three, but it’s just entering the zone and the year is the right year. Arguably the first major anniversary where opening it isn’t a crime.

 

[TheFoo]

Opening this up in a bit to celebrate our 15th wedding anniversary:

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Could stand to age another decade or three, but it’s just entering the zone and the year is the right year. Arguably the first major anniversary where opening it isn’t a crime.

Wow. As mentioned, could certainly stand to age a few decades, but what a faultless, perfect wine even now. First aromas upon opening the bottle were fruity and jammy, but those dissipated quickly within first ~20-30 minutes. Very bright and electric on tip of the tongue. Oaky, wet stone, dark fruit flavors on the tongue. Touch of mint on the back of the tongue and in the (very long) finish. Silky smooth and very rounded mouth feel, but with body you want to chew. Overall, very structured and focused. No crazy, wild bouquet or complexity like with a Mouton—rather, very unified and commanding. Perfectly balanced.

Want to buy a case or two!

 

[Newcomer]

Near vinfanticide

 

[The_Schmidt]

Any opinions on 170? I’ve heard it’s middling/average (for a Krug)

Its a "typical" Krug and I like it very much, it was basically ready to drink when it released.

 

[venividivicibj]

Auction winnings arrived

 

[TheFoo]

Near vinfanticide

Nah, it was fantastic. And now we can try it every year to see how it matures.

Its a "typical" Krug and I like it very much, it was basically ready to drink when it released.

“Typical” Krug is high praise. F*ck other champagnes.