leoville barton 2005

 

actually don't like any french stuff
Washington and some Napa Ca wines only for my tastes

 

^^ahh...try a true burgundy...it changed my mind...i'm also a sucker for the bordeaux i referenced above...

on average, i agree with you, though. i'm a pinot hound and stick to Sea Smoke, William Selyem, Kistler, Ambullneo, and Kosta Browne. as far as cabs go, I like Bremer Family and a few others.

the are a couple of other problems with french wines, IMO: authenticity here in the states, storage (who knows how it was stored...in the states I establish a relationship with the winery and buy direct), and price (usually much higher for the grand crus, etc).

 

I agree I'm sure some will make me smile. My issues with kids and a busy life is I stick with the wines I love now for the times I drink. Hate to ruin a great night out with my bride by trying something that changes the atmosphere. Call me old fashioned I guess.
Blends are the norm for me and I've got simple tastes.
Joseph Phelps Insignia 2004 was the wine we drank the night I proposed to my wife With a few flowers

 

Very romantic setup!

 

Anything as long as it's from Medoc.

 

I'm a Phelps Insignia fan...have half a case of 2001 in my cellar aging for a few more years...good call

 

I love the Phelps Bacchus as well. Also, their winery in Napa has very scenic views of the valley.

 

no need to age it more......we'll be down this summer to have a glass

 

tell you what, if you come down i'll take you and your wife (if she's here) to Urasawa and we'll break out some good stuff for pre-dinner...let me know