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rmcin626
06-03-2021, 18:23
Tomatin 12yr old. Cheers...
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Nice drink for a wee celebration
rmcin626
07-03-2021, 20:11
12 year old Bowmore, as we are having a wee celebration
12 year old Bowmore, as we are having a wee celebration
enjoyed it i hope Robin.
im having this.. https://cdn2.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/p-2813/glen-grant/glen-grant-cask-haven-rothes-chronicles-whisky.jpg?ss=2.0
quality drop even if nas.
rmcin626
08-03-2021, 18:29
enjoyed it i hope Robin.
im having this.. https://cdn2.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/p-2813/glen-grant/glen-grant-cask-haven-rothes-chronicles-whisky.jpg?ss=2.0
quality drop even if nas.
Very nice grant and the Bowmore was very nice thanks
Very nice grant and the Bowmore was very nice thanksIt's a nice one. Alas can't get it now, but I do have one of their 18 rares.. I was going to open it on Sunday but decided I need a better reason. Its a real cracker. Maybe wait for something extra-special... Open to ideas [emoji23]
anyway, my bed time.. im an early bedder.. just need my bedder to join me:eyebrows:
rmcin626
09-03-2021, 17:42
It's a nice one. Alas can't get it now, but I do have one of their 18 rares.. I was going to open it on Sunday but decided I need a better reason. Its a real cracker. Maybe wait for something extra-special... Open to ideas [emoji23]
anyway, my bed time.. im an early bedder.. just need my bedder to join me:eyebrows:
Maybe if we go unbeaten all season in the league, I have a bottle of Johnnie Walker Blue which I was given when I retired, looking for a good excuse to open it.
Ah yes very nice it is. Yup when we win europa maybe [emoji23]
That should keep it sealed
rmcin626
09-03-2021, 18:02
Ah yes very nice it is. Yup when we win europa maybe [emoji23]
That should keep it sealed
We are still in it, so you never know.
We are still in it, so you never know.Yup, still got chances. Hard to say but I fancy slavia for some reason.
Not had one for a while so a small Tomatin 12yr old
Very nice dram this for the money. Worth having a bottle to try if you've not. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210317/f8c53571b134d3e5686ea5e54d618fd3.jpg
A whisky today.. Deanston 18yr old Bourbon aged and a cracking dram. One of the best value whiskies around
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mightymonoped
20-03-2021, 19:06
A whisky today.. Deanston 18yr old Bourbon aged and a cracking dram. One of the best value whiskies around
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I enjoyed their 12year old. Might have to give this one a go!
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I enjoyed their 12year old. Might have to give this one a go!
Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkYeah the 12 is good. This is a fair bit better as you'd expect. It's usually well under £70 and for a 18, it's good value. It is bourbon casked tho. No sherry.
Tomatin Cask Strength. Another good value dram from Highland distiller, Tomatin. Quite strong and is better with a splash.
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My boss has asked me to recommend him a smoky/peaty whisky for aorunf €80 for his son-in-law.
One of his favourites is Longrow Peated.
Any suggestions of something suitable?
taliskar 18 maybe...gets a good name
I was originally thinking along the lines of:
Ardbeg Uigeadail
Caol Ila 18
Highland Park 18
AnCnoc Peatheart
Benriach the smoky twelve
Tomintoul 15
I will add Talisker to the list.
Caol Ila James Eadie Palo Cortado might be a candidate too.. eadie do little wrong in my book
Just a heads up, chaps and chapettes, for anyone who may be interested in some bargain (quality) vino, available now in Lidl... I bagged these today:
https://www.lidl.co.uk/en/p/the-spring-wine-tour/morellino-di-scansano/p40990
Think of it as a 'poor man's' Brunello di Montalcino: rich, full-bodied and gorgeously fruity - a veritable 'super Tuscan', at a veritable non-super Tuscan price!
https://www.lidl.co.uk/en/p/the-spring-wine-tour/langhe-doc-nebbiolo/p40984
Potentially as good as some Barolos, from the same region. Usually DOC wines of this quality from Piedmont cost double that amount or more!
https://www.lidl.co.uk/en/p/product-recommendation/giulio-pasotti-lugana/p40969
As described, a wonderful white wine, especially if you value subtlety and finesse, as much as flavour, over often exaggerated overly-oaked new world whites (count me in), and which pairs beautifully with seafood.
https://www.lidl.co.uk/en/p/the-spring-wine-tour/negroamaro-bianco-puglia/p40972
Unusual to see this in the UK, and 'does what it says on the tin', at a great price. A more interesting choice, with greater depth and complexity, than your average, rather boring Pinot Grigio.
Ditto this (even more so):
https://www.lidl.co.uk/en/p/the-spring-wine-tour/vermentino-bianco-toscana/p40970
A beautifully refreshing slurp that's rewarding enough to be enjoyed on its own on a hot summer's day!
And if you fancy going a little 'off piste', this is a stunner:
https://www.lidl.co.uk/en/p/the-spring-wine-tour/tokaji-furmint-vicarius/p40979
Hungarian wines are often vastly underrated, and the Tokaji grape (done well, as in this instance) makes some of the best wines in the world, and so fully deserves its 'outstanding' status!
So, folks.... Run along to your nearest Lidl and grab these stonkers while stocks last!!:cheers:
Robin, are you listening? :wave:;)
Marco.
Friday dram.
Great King Street, Artists Blend. By Compass Box.
Nice whisky this.
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One of these tonight.. From the recently opened Wolfburn Distillery. this stuff is lovely, and quite strong too, at i think 58%. doesnt need much water and can be drunk without. The Wolf was a big distillery way back in day and will be again.
QUALITY DRAM
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Tobermory 12yr old. Bourbon barrels then finished in virgin oak..
Some caramel and sea salt and a little vanilla further in...Quite creamy with pears and a touch of spice initially . Then the peppery spice kicks in, but keeps the fruitiness in tandem and moves to finish of a slighty sour but zingy finale. finish is medium long, and the fruit is always there to help balance the pepper.
rather good this actually; im impressed as its first Tobermory ive had for a good while and wasnt overly taken with their 10yr old.
no water needed imo and the more you drink the better it tastes... i dare say that makes it moreish:eyebrows:
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rather good that tobermory. i will get more. its up there for money...
InThe Sticks
30-03-2021, 20:00
Does this count?..
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How is that St Peters Jon? I have seen it and been interested, but a bout of gout has stopped me drinking for the last couple of weeks :(
InThe Sticks
31-03-2021, 16:54
Sorry to hear that, but I'm sure you'll make up for lost time :cool:
The St Peters was unusual & wonderful, well worth a punt.
A nice day and I'm not getting any younger/whisky isn't getting any older so opened this octaves 2 from Glenglassaugh.
Aged in 50 litre octave casks that held bourbon, PX and Amontillado Sherries.
Lots of dried fruit here.. Lashings of it but balanced with the vanilla and a little caramel, plus chilli peppers. Some jam in there too... This is superb stuff.
Top quality mouthfeel and nice, sustained finish. Get some. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210403/535bfbd7a60256e1b07487788dedfe5d.jpg
Another new opening; Glenglassaugh Evolution @50% and fairly young.. first came out in about 2014 i think and won a few awards.
White wine, butterscotch and vanilla on nose leads to a fruity centre but always with that vanilla and caramelly touches beside it.. apples too appear. Some pepper but nicely controlled for 50% and youth. No water needed either imo. Some nice oak and banana in the finish.
This was aged in ex Tennessee barrels(Geo Dickel i believe although not 100% sure). It is very decent for 3/4 yrs old and a pleasure to drink. Excellent distillery this. i have a few of theirs.. no colour or chill filtering either...
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splashed out and ordered a bottle of this... should be here tomorrow..
Last of the deanston 18. Shame as its rather greathttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210406/4ffbd1d3a2a7076bd3e88c293898c1cc.jpg
My latest addition is a Glen Scotia Double Cask.
Bought to celebrate Scotland beating France, and to be drunk with the French Family.
My latest addition is a Glen Scotia Double Cask.
Bought to celebrate Scotland beating France, and to be drunk with the French Family.Quite nice that. Had a few of their bottles.
So as the nice deanston kicks the bucket, literally, I've opened this Black Bull 12, blended. This is rather good at price of about £37.
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Quite nice that. Had a few of their bottles.
I have a Glen Scotia 18 YO. Part of the reason I went for the double cask. :thumbsup:
Over the pond and Few Bourbon from Evanton, which was under prohibition for a 100 yrs.
Lots of smooth spice in this with toffees and a little vanilla. Not especially complex but warming and no need to add any O2 to its 46.5% abv.
A nicely balanced bourbon.
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Compas Box Spice Tree. Blended Malt at 46%, non chill filtered and natural colour, also aged in special casks of american oak and heavily toasted french oak heads.
This gives this its character and a lovely one it is. Various highland malts in this, with Clynelish being the principal. Nice vanilla on nose and mouth with an array of spices and a long finish. Smooth too, plus maybe some herbs in there too..
for money this is up there with the best blends for my tastes..
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edit.. its also very good, maybe better with a drop of water
Glenfarclas 18yr old.
Not a lot left of this but it's rather good. I recently got the 15 so this can be used now [emoji23] https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210411/49eacc1e61bb5f76eb7b0d5f518e7001.jpg
New Bottle day.. Glenfarclas 15.
Excellent whisky this and a veritable bargain.
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Great King St. Artist's Blend.
Just opened. Another nice whisky.
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Nomad Outland Whisky....
This is made with a selection of over 30 malt and grain whiskies aged between 5 and 8 years old, which are blended together and matured in Sherry butts in Scotland for three years. Following that, the whisky is shipped off to Jerez, where it is finished in Pedro Ximénez casks for a year before it is bottled..
This is a nice smooth warming christmas cake of a dram where the cook got distracted and kept pouring.. You could drink this all night.... i might just do that. A bit of Greek brandy in the flavour profile, PX sweetness and so much sherry its hard to compare.. Great value for money.
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rather nice this ... ive ordered another bottle :eyebrows:
Another new opening..
Aultmore 12 Yr old.
Rare to get bottles from this distillery up in Keith. One of Dewars blend whiskies this, and quite interesting.
Nose is slightly sweet and fruity like a desert wine initially, as is taste. Then it dries quickly and honey and vanilla appear. Oak takes over a bit with spices and a long fine finish.
After a few sips and some air, herby banana and a silky mouthfeel is also there.
Rather nice, delicate drink. Quite like it.
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interestingly a dribble of water and you lose the early sweetness
Just as a brief distraction from the whisky obsession on this thread:ner: here's a lovely Rioja Riserva we enjoyed yesterday:
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:cheers:
Marco.
nice colour.. i like rioja... sorry about the whisky takeover
Lol - no worries, mate. It's your passion, and good to see:)
Yeah, that one was top notch. I've had the ordinary Baron de Ley, but not the Reserva, which is a different level and highly recommended!
Marco.
rmcin626
26-04-2021, 11:40
Enjoy a Rioja myself
Lol - no worries, mate. It's your passion, and good to see:)
Yeah, that one was top notch. I've had the ordinary Baron de Ley, but not the Reserva, which is a different level and highly recommended!
Marco.
yeah longer aging in wood and bottle... think minimum 1 yr in former.. lots of tanins and berries....
Enjoy a Rioja myself
I know, among other reds, but I'm fed up taking the time to post reccos here for you (from Lidl and Aldi), with zero acknowledgement!:ner::ner:
;)
So should I bother again or just give up?:D
Marco.
rmcin626
26-04-2021, 12:00
I know, among other reds, but I'm fed up taking the time to post reccos here for you (from Lidl and Aldi), with zero acknowledgement!:ner::ner:
;)
So should I bother again or just give up?:D
Marco.
Anytime I visit Lidl or Aldi, I struggle to find any of your recommendations plus currently we are doing most of our shopping in Tesco, M&S and Morrisons.
Jeez. the branches up there must be right shite!:doh:
Not to worry. M&S and Morrisons we're rarely in, Tesco occasionally, so I'll bear that in mind if I find any gems in those places:)
Marco.
think scottish stores sometimes get different stock, depending on sales.. ive seen stuff in one shop that another didnt get either... maybe as your a wino your stores get in more:ner:
maybe better called a cognoscenti
rmcin626
26-04-2021, 12:21
Jeez. the branches up there must be right shite!:doh:
Not to worry. M&S and Morrisons we're rarely in, Tesco occasionally, so I'll bear that in mind if I find any gems in those places:)
Marco.
WE have 2 Aldi stores locally but the wine selection is very hit and miss. Always happy to try out any gems.
think scottish stores sometimes get different stock, depending on sales.. ive seen stuff in one shop that another didnt get either... maybe as your a wino your stores get in more:ner:
maybe better called a cognoscenti
Lol... Oh I know all about it, mate [the southern bias/prioritisation of supermarket stock], from when I lived in Glasgow.
Used to watch foodie programmes, where certain wines were recommended, apparently which were available in 'selected stores' (of whatever featured supermarket/wine merchant it was), then going along to my local store to find it, of course only to find that it wasn't one of the said 'selected' (and indeed rarely ever was)...:rolleyes:
Strangely, I almost never encounter that problem now!:hmm:;)
Marco.
rmcin626
26-04-2021, 14:29
Lol... Oh I know all about it, mate [the southern bias/prioritisation of supermarket stock], from when I lived in Glasgow.
Used to watch foodie programmes, where certain wines were recommended, apparently which were available in 'selected stores' (of whatever featured supermarket/wine merchant it was), then going along to my local store to find it, of course only to find that it wasn't one of the said 'selected' (and indeed rarely ever was)...:rolleyes:
Strangely, I almost never encounter that problem now!:hmm:;)
Marco.
Yeah, know the problem, one of the many joys of living in the West of Scotland.
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tomatin cask strength.. excellent value this nice highland malt..
The Hive. by Wemyss Malts. 46%..
You can taste the bees.. [emoji23]
Honey, vanilla, and sweet on tongue. A nice warmth in this after its passed.
Interesting stuff. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210430/0f2139090f2a5697bdfae7818e3951f3.jpg
Again, just to rudely interrupt the whisky love-in!:D
I've just ordered a case of nice whites for summer slurping, from Virgin Wines, which I have to say are the best wine merchants I've dealt with so far, both in terms of the quality of the wines themselves and their (impeccable) customer service:
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Hopefully, they should be good!:cheers:
Marco.
One of each I take it..
And I've not posted whisky much of late
One of each I take it..
And I've not posted whisky much of late
Yup mate, a mixed case of 12:)
I haven't been following the thread much, so haven't noticed how much whisky stuff you've posted.
Marco.
Friday so some Aultmore.
Nice interesting, and different drop this.
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The bees are buzzing.
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Got a bottle of this to try as ive not had it before 15 yr old Chivas Regal
https://cdn1.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/p-2813/chivas-regal/chivas-regal-xv-whisky.jpg?ss=2.0
Oww.. Quality!:)
Marco.
get yourself a bottle or 2 of this stuff. youll like it. xmas cake in a bottle.
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Nomad Outland
Chivas Regal 15 Yr old Blended..
Not much of a nose yet, nice mouthfeel, flavours of caramel at bottom, pears at top, vanilla in middle and on aftertaste.
Nice and smooth. I expect a few more things will appear.
Maybe red apples in there too.
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a drop of water produces a bit of brandy on nose and in mouth... but it roughens up the smoothness slightly.. not sure, but i might prefer it this way
ive noticed an improvement across board with this as it warms up..even by a couple of degrees.... colder its a little smoother and nose is almost absent. a little warmer and its a much better drink imo, even if it loses a tad of smoothness
get yourself a bottle or 2 of this stuff. youll like it. xmas cake in a bottle.
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Nomad Outland
Interesting... Where's best?:)
Marco.
Interesting... Where's best?:)
Marco.
well probably at moment master of malt(they still have it), although the whisky exchange had it on for just under 30 notes, but i got last bottle:D think mom its about 33 notes.. not bad but beware its easy to drink lol
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rmcin626
15-05-2021, 16:25
Slangehttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210515/987d083a41b748edc0168c22ed88885f.jpg
Enjoy Grant, will have a drop of something later as a wee celebration
Opened this tonight. Arran Amarone cask finish..
an oily mouth and a mix of fruit, and spice. A drop of O2 is benificial here. sweet at first with cherries and maybe redcurrents... dries nicely and has a reasonable finish.
Ive held on to not opening this(old bottle) for some time, but now is the time and it is a lovely whisky. might be a bit of strawberry on the palate too,
good value and, yes, i would buy again.
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Another wood finish opened today.
Glenglassaugh Port finish. 46% and very nice indeed. I do like glenglassaugh.
Toffee and spices on nose and a bit of wild berries and orange initially on palate, followed by some oak, raspberry and rare spices.
Good longish finish with blackcurrant and spices again to see it out.
Lovely slight pink colour too.
Mouthfeel is pleasent too and it gets a bit fruitier as it airs off.
Yes that is rather good. Not sure it's currently available but if it comes out again grab some
Another Port finished one opened today.. Had this before and enjoyed it.. Tyrconnell 10yr old port finish.
Excellent sweet, mangos and oranges on palate. finish is medium with more sweet orange peel .. nose has a little glaziers putty too.. nice for a 10 yr old tho and needs no water. Longer you leave it with air the better it gets. imo.
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A nice new bottle of Outland.
Very good stuff.
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Just arrived today so opened.
Glen Moray Sherry Cask.
It's young but tasty enough.
Fruit, buttery and caramel mostly then slightly too much oak and spice but not bad for price..
At least you know its whisky.
Give it 3.5/5, which is a credible score.
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julesd68
28-05-2021, 16:38
I got a bottle of the BBR Speyside.
I absolutely loved the sherried edition so thought this worth a punt.
Needs 10-15 minutes in the glass to soften and lose its sourness. You then get some nice tropical fruits but still tastes quite austere.
Wouldn't buy another one but I'll be finishing the bottle!
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I got a bottle of the BBR Speyside.
I absolutely loved the sherried edition so thought this worth a punt.
Needs 10-15 minutes in the glass to soften and lose its sourness. You then get some nice tropical fruits but still tastes quite austere.
Wouldn't buy another one but I'll be finishing the bottle!
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interesting take... its still one of my fav cheap bourbon cask blends.
excellent stuff. Benriach, the twelve..46%
beautifully married this.. black or blueberry, and a little strawberry and banana too.. pepper that goes right to finish. some buttery vanilla from the bourbon, but the two wine casks hold the strongest hand. Slightly sweet but not enough to make it sickly.
Im quite enamoured with this. Decent mouthfeel too. considering price and age.. 5/5
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Glencadam 10yr old.
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Lemon merrangue pie freshness on nose followed by a nice fresh fruits and vanilla mouth. this turns more toward lemonade then grapefruit with a reasonable level of pepper spice lingering on the mildish but quite long finish. A very tasty dram overall...
Overall, for this money it has to rate quite highly. I would buy again.
New Bottle day.
Another of these rather good ones.
Benriach, the twelve. 3 cask aged. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210611/e30948da0d24ff7ed4720285d9a396ae.jpg
Tamnavulin sherry cask.
Got this litre bottle from tesco for a club card price of £30. Pretty damn good.
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Tamnavulin sherry cask.
Got this litre bottle from tesco for a club card price of £30. Pretty damn good.
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I bought one of those a while back when it was on offer, like you suggest for the price it is bloody marvellous.
Not whisky, lol, but the princess, after having been planting different sorts of veg all morning in the garden, announced (all hot and bothered) that she *WANTED* a cocktail before lunch, so I made some strawberry daiquiris:
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Needless to say she lapped hers up [the were rather nice]!:)
Marco.
betting the green brolly was yours:D
Lol, are your trying to say she likes pink?:eyebrows:
Marco.
Lol, are your trying to say she likes pink?:eyebrows:
Marco.You like celtic green lol
My go to these days. Great stuffhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210616/e29d948194d7fed9605093d145062d2e.jpg
You like celtic green lol
Hahaha, aye... Well, before you ask, she's not wearing pink knickers!:D
Marco.
Hahaha, aye... Well, before you ask, she's not wearing pink knickers!:D
Marco.
thats my gal.. white is best:eek: my fav niece
Lol - you've defo been peeking! Yes, white cotton ones, but no tights today as it's too warm!
Marco.
Lol - you've defo been peeking! Yes, white cotton ones, but no tights today as it's too warm!
Marco.
not surprised if its warm.. must be very claggy wearing them.... you'd know;)
Ha - I simply follow your fashion advice!:D
Marco.
Ha - I simply follow your fashion advice!:D
Marco.
well, i try:D. good your both enjoying the weather etc...
Lol - we're both currently in and glued to the Turkey vs. Wales match. She goes MENTAL when Wales score and/or win!:eek:
Marco.
Lol - we're both currently in and glued to the Turkey vs. Wales match. She goes MENTAL when Wales score and/or win!:eek:
Marco.
hope they do well. im off to bed:D
having a fathers day whisky.. skol
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Cambeltown's Glen Scotia Double Cask; 46%.
Nose of caramel, sea and smoke. tastes quite peppery and a rich fruity basis.. a bit of smoke on tongue too. Its a bit young and firey and a small amount of O2 helps this along nicely. Lots of cinammon and nutmeg in finish even with the water.
Nice dram tho and of its home.. Cambeltown.
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Special today. I've had this for some time and it's time to open.
Tomatin, 11yrs and 8months aged in first fill bourbon casks for M of M.
This is bottled at 60% and is stonkingly good.
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mightymonoped
25-06-2021, 16:15
Haven’t bought anything for a while and need to try some of your recent recommends Grant.
This one is first on my list. Looking forward to this a bit later. [emoji4]
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Haven’t bought anything for a while and need to try some of your recent recommends Grant.
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my bottle is older design but its quite an interesting dram. Aran do some decent whisky:)
I have added a few bottles ,scotch is becoming harder to get here so I grabbed the last bottle of Glenfarclas 25 on the shelf .
No projections on when we will see more come in.
Good Bourbon is going up here too.
Stocked up on stuff I like.
Tonight I am having a Wild Turkey 101 over ice.
This is a very reasonably priced high rye Bourbon, I believe it is still 10 years old but I'm sure the quality of the barrels has been sacrificed to retain low pricing.
It was a gift, I like Bourbon over ice in the summer.
I have added a few nice bottles to the cabinet.
I have become so busy 4:30 am to 10:00 pm is killing me.
After work pick up Conner and go to one or more to the following every day + church on Sunday.
Conner's Baseball,Boxing or Basketball, H.O.A. meeting or business,City Counsel meetings.
I have been doing a lot of public service stuff.
Sorry to be away so long. Home today with the shingles!
BTW: looking at the 2021-2022 Triumph Speedmaster ,anyone ride one yet?
That's pretty much whats been up with me, I'm hoping everyones been good.
I have added a few bottles ,scotch is becoming harder to get here so I grabbed the last bottle of Glenfarclas 25 on the shelf .
No projections on when we will see more come in.
Good Bourbon is going up here too.
Stocked up on stuff I like.
Tonight I am having a Wild Turkey 101 over ice.
This is a very reasonably priced high rye Bourbon, I believe it is still 10 years old but I'm sure the quality of the barrels has been sacrificed to retain low pricing.
It was a gift, I like Bourbon over ice in the summer.
I have added a few nice bottles to the cabinet.
I have become so busy 4:30 am to 10:00 pm is killing me.
After work pick up Conner and go to one or more to the following every day + church on Sunday.
Conner's Baseball,Boxing or Basketball, H.O.A. meeting or business,City Counsel meetings.
I have been doing a lot of public service stuff.
Sorry to be away so long. Home today with the shingles!
BTW: looking at the 2021-2022 Triumph Speedmaster ,anyone ride one yet?
That's pretty much whats been up with me, I'm hoping everyones been good.
not seen u around mate... the whisky should be getting cheaper over there as the usa tax is being removed. maybe why stocks are low as waiting to buy at new price?
opened a new bottle of this today.
its very good this.
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not seen u around mate... the whisky should be getting cheaper over there as the usa tax is being removed. maybe why stocks are low as waiting to buy at new price?
I missed you Grant and this thread, I have been in a whirl wind of obligations.
Conner has been involved in so many sports and I am now the Vice President of our home owners association, been involved with the Union at work and working with Local city Council and the Mayor on a few things.
I have been home with shingles, it's been like coming up for air.
Enjoying a nice whiskey here and there, Had a Glennfidich 18 very nice bottle chocolate and stone fruits, very nice bottle for under $100.00.
daveskis
30-06-2021, 23:14
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Well one way to improve your wine, particularly red, is to make your own. Start with a fantastic Italian variety Aglianico and voila. Which is probably why I sit in front of the Westies and the bottle improves as it disappears.
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I missed you Grant and this thread, I have been in a whirl wind of obligations.
Conner has been involved in so many sports and I am now the Vice President of our home owners association, been involved with the Union at work and working with Local city Council and the Mayor on a few things.
I have been home with shingles, it's been like coming up for air.
Enjoying a nice whiskey here and there, Had a Glennfidich 18 very nice bottle chocolate and stone fruits, very nice bottle for under $100.00.
I also wondered where you have been - shingles is awful, take it easy. Apparently being stressed can let it re-emerge.
I missed you Grant and this thread, I have been in a whirl wind of obligations.
Conner has been involved in so many sports and I am now the Vice President of our home owners association, been involved with the Union at work and working with Local city Council and the Mayor on a few things.
I have been home with shingles, it's been like coming up for air.
Enjoying a nice whiskey here and there, Had a Glennfidich 18 very nice bottle chocolate and stone fruits, very nice bottle for under $100.00.
Fiddich 18 is a nice dram. very classy.. Sorry to hear of your illness; ive had shingles, although i was lucky(relatively) that the tablets they gave me worked as they got it diagnosed before it got to a certain stage and it aided its quicker healing and reduced pain a bit. Even at that it wasnt nice
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this again.. really good stuff
Had this bottle on display for some time. Time to open.
Port Dundas 13yr old. Cask 12465. Bottled by Douglas Laing for its Old Particular series.
This is a single grain whisky from a now closed distillery from 2009.
No longer available widely this is a superb whisky, matured in bourbon barrels and starring in creamy Toffee, some apricots and a touch of chocolate.
This is very nice but when it's gone it's gonehttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210707/07878338ae498344074bb46babae14b3.jpg
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/dad-retiring-early-after-selling-24482418
Good way to make money tax free.
If your youngish
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some whisky i think.. nice drop this
As promised, mate, based on your fav grape varieties...
I'll comment more later on in my view the best ones to go for, (and which ones have corks lol, there are two), however bear in mind that the same grape varieties (i.e Sauvignon Blanc or Merlot) from different countries, with warmer or cooler climates, will taste *very different*!:)
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Apologies for some of the blurred shots, as the pics were rushed, as some folks were wondering what the hell I was doing!:D
Marco.
Thanks very much for that Marco, I’ve had some of those before I’m sure. Some very keen prices as well, cheers!
I heard that Kylie Minogue one was ok in very small doses but became shrill, piercing and unpalatable very quickly :)
I heard that Kylie Minogue one was ok in very small doses but became shrill, piercing and unpalatable very quickly :)
sounds like my daughter:eyebrows:
Thanks very much for that Marco, I’ve had some of those before I’m sure. Some very keen prices as well, cheers!
No problem, mate. The Chianti Classico Riserva (grey label at £7.75) and Trivento Malbec, at £8, I suspect will be the standout reds, along with the Jam Shed Shiraz, so would thoroughly recommend those.
In terms of white, I suspect the standouts will be the Identity Sauvignon Blanc (at £8), Squealing Pig and Lacheteau Sauv Blancs, although the Chardonnay/Pinot Grigio should also be nice (in a different way), and a bit more full-bodied than usual, because of the injection of Chardonnay.
Anyway, let me know how you get on:cool:
Marco.
sounds like my daughter:eyebrows:
Lol...A wee nippy sweetie, as they say:D
Bet Del could teach her how to strop, though!!:eek:;)
I can't wait to see your face the first time you see her 'in action' with a full-on PRINCESS TANTRUM... Trust me, it's truly a thing of beauty!!:wowzer::lol:
Marco.
Lol...A wee nippy sweetie, as they say:D
Bet Del could teach her how to strop, though!!:eek:;)
I can't wait to see your face the first time you see her 'in action' with a full-on PRINCESS TANTRUM... Trust me, it's truly a thing of beauty!!:wowzer::lol:
Marco.
i'll put her over my knee:eyebrows:
Lol - that's liable to backfire, as then she'll think it's a kinky game and go into another, equally 'challenging mode', which I think you'd also struggle to handle!:eyebrows::D
Marco.
Lol - that's liable to backfire, as then she'll think it's a kinky game and go into another, equally 'challenging mode', which I think you'd also struggle to handle!:eyebrows::D
Marco.No, that's my cunning plan as baldrick would say [emoji39]
No problem, mate. The Chianti Classico Riserva (grey label at £7.75) and Trivento Malbec, at £8, I suspect will be the standout reds, along with the Jam Shed Shiraz, so would thoroughly recommend those.
In terms of white, I suspect the standouts will be the Identity Sauvignon Blanc (at £8), Squealing Pig and Lacheteau Sauv Blancs, although the Chardonnay/Pinot Grigio should also be nice (in a different way), and a bit more full-bodied than usual, because of the injection of Chardonnay.
Anyway, let me know how you get on:cool:
Marco.
Have added some to my order, the Chardonnay/Pinot Grigio blend has definitely piqued my interest!
No, that's my cunning plan as baldrick would say [emoji39]
:lolsign:
Watch out she doesn't start spanking you!:D
Marco.
Have added some to my order, the Chardonnay/Pinot Grigio blend has definitely piqued my interest!
Yeah, I can't see that not being good!:)
Marco.
Yes its a very good butcher, which has grown in the last few years, Ive not tried any of their wines yet, I normally drink red and happy to try anything, normally would average £10 per bottle but have a birthday coming up so I have an excuse to splash out. The wife only really drinks Pinot Grigio or. Sav. Blanc.
Soz for the delay, mate. Just been busy...
Okies, you should DEFO give this a go, as the grape variety is superb (normally used to partly make up French claret), but with the warmer Italian climate, it should really be a stonker (perhaps for your birthday celebration):
https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/cabernet-franc-la-tunella/
This is also superb value and liable to be lovely (if you enjoy claret): https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/chateau-mayne-graves/
French 'regionals' (good ones like this) always offer value for money, so this should be nice (smooth and fruity): https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/lostal-del-souquet-carignan-vieilles-vignes-igp-coteaux-de-peyriac/
This should also be gorgeous and a style not often seen in UK wine outlets: https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/valpolicella-superiore-roccola-di-mizzole-cecilia-beretta/
This also looks to be excellent value, and should be a good 'glugger': https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/marques-de-musa-tempranillo-granacha-2017/
Portuguese reds are also seriously underrated ans this looks like a good one: https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/quinta-de-chocapalha-tinto/
However, if you're willing to splash out, this should blow your mind, especially if you haven't enjoyed Pomerol before: https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/lhospitalet-de-gazin-pomerol/
Should be an absolute STUNNER, especially with a nice steak!
However, the Cabernet Franc I recommended first should get you 80% of the way there, for considerably less dosh. I guess it just depends how much you want that extra 20% of magic only a top-notch claret can deliver;)
As for whites, for your good lady:
This should be good: https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/lofthouse-sauvignon-blanc/
Don't be put off by the price, as there's a WORLD of difference between Sauv Blancs at this level and those half the price, in terms of a more fruit-forward nature, buttery richness and less stringent acidity.
I'm sure that the Pinot Grigio would also be very nice, as the owner of the shop, clearly knows his wines and likes to source them (rather selectively) from small, good quality vineyards: https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/pinot-grigio-grigo-luna/
And if you fancy a slightly 'left field' choice, to rival a good Chablis (touching on Puligny Montrachet territory), this should be a stonker: https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/montagny-bonneveaux-1er-cru-olivier-leflaive/
Hope that helps:cool:
When you've seen this post, I'll move it to the wine thread where it belongs.
Marco.
rmcin626
17-07-2021, 07:46
Soz for the delay, mate. Just been busy...
Okies, you should DEFO give this a go, as the grape variety is superb (normally used to partly make up French claret), but with the warmer Italian climate, it should really be a stonker (perhaps for your birthday celebration):
https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/cabernet-franc-la-tunella/
This is also superb value and liable to be lovely (if you enjoy claret): https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/chateau-mayne-graves/
French 'regionals' (good ones like this) always offer value for money, so this should be nice (smooth and fruity): https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/lostal-del-souquet-carignan-vieilles-vignes-igp-coteaux-de-peyriac/
This should also be gorgeous and a style not often seen in UK wine outlets: https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/valpolicella-superiore-roccola-di-mizzole-cecilia-beretta/
This also looks to be excellent value, and should be a good 'glugger': https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/marques-de-musa-tempranillo-granacha-2017/
Portuguese reds are also seriously underrated ans this looks like a good one: https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/quinta-de-chocapalha-tinto/
However, if you're willing to splash out, this should blow your mind, especially if you haven't enjoyed Pomerol before: https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/lhospitalet-de-gazin-pomerol/
Should be an absolute STUNNER, especially with a nice steak!
However, the Cabernet Franc I recommended first should get you 80% of the way there, for considerably less dosh. I guess it just depends how much you want that extra 20% of magic only a top-notch claret can deliver;)
As for whites, for your good lady:
This should be good: https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/lofthouse-sauvignon-blanc/
Don't be put off by the price, as there's a WORLD of difference between Sauv Blancs at this level and those half the price, in terms of a more fruit-forward nature, buttery richness and less stringent acidity.
I'm sure that the Pinot Grigio would also be very nice, as the owner of the shop, clearly knows his wines and likes to source them (rather selectively) from small, good quality vineyards: https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/pinot-grigio-grigo-luna/
And if you fancy a slightly 'left field' choice, to rival a good Chablis (touching on Puligny Montrachet territory), this should be a stonker: https://www.mccaskiebutcher.co.uk/product/montagny-bonneveaux-1er-cru-olivier-leflaive/
Hope that helps:cool:
When you've seen this post, I'll move it to the wine thread where it belongs.
Marco.
Thanks Marco, that’s great and much appreciated, looking forward to enjoying a few of them.
No worries, mate. Hope you enjoy them and let me know how you get on:)
Marco.
Tried a couple of your recs Marco -
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Drier than I thought it would be with Chardonnay included? Think I prefer just Pinot Grigio. 6/10
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Delicious & fruity, really 'jammy' :) 8/10
Tried a couple of your recs Marco -
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Drier than I thought it would be with Chardonnay included? Think I prefer just Pinot Grigio. 6/10
Interesting, mate. I wasn't sure how it would go, as I don't think I've tried that combo before, so was a bit of a step into the unknown. Your comments are certainly something I'll bear in mind:)
Maybe try the Canti, PG only:
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Gets a decent rep: https://groceries.asda.com/product/pinot-grigio/canti-pinot-grigio/1000098283606
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Delicious & fruity, really 'jammy' :) 8/10
Nice one, thought it might be!:D
Thank goodness they didn't call it 'Jam Rag':lol:
Marco.
Interesting, mate. I wasn't sure how it would go, as I don't think I've tried that combo before, so was a bit of a step into the unknown. Your comments are certainly something I'll bear in mind:)
My 'usual' from Iceland
https://www.iceland.co.uk/p/-badia-san-mercuriale-pinot-grigio-delle-venezie-/76687.html
Really not a bad drop.
I guess jam rag might be popular with vampires?
Glad you enjoyed the suggested budget wines but be aware that with a £5 bottle of wine, by the time you remove the tax and duty you end up with 31p worth of wine. With a £7.50 bottle, you end up with £1.43 worth of wine.
Glad you enjoyed the suggested budget wines but be aware that with a £5 bottle of wine, by the time you remove the tax and duty you end up with 31p worth of wine. With a £7.50 bottle, you end up with £1.43 worth of wine.
Thanks Barry.
Sure I've a bottle of that jam shed In cupboard. Must have bought it some time ago tho as I've not been in a shop
My 'usual' from Iceland
https://www.iceland.co.uk/p/-badia-san-mercuriale-pinot-grigio-delle-venezie-/76687.html
Really not a bad drop.
I guess jam rag might be popular with vampires?
Aye, like a tampon is as a teabag!:eyebrows:
Yeah that PG looks decent. A good alternative to Pinot Grigio is Vermentino, which is more golden in colour, richer and fruitier, but not drier. Still nice and crisp though, and ideal chilled for summer glugging!
If you've got an Aldi near you, this is very good for the money: https://www.aldi.co.uk/pierre-jaurant-french-vermentino/p/709970468242600
Ignore the fact that it's French!:D Seriously though, both countries can handle each other's grape varieties with considerable aplomb. Pinot Grigio is the same as Pinot Gris.
There are loads of interesting Italian white grape varieties, which have lots to offer over the 'usual suspects'. Trebbiano and Vernaccia are two others.
Marco.
Sure I've a bottle of that jam shed In cupboard. Must have bought it some time ago tho as I've not been in a shop
If so, will probably be off by now mate, as these types of wines are designed to be consumed within a year. In reality, I'd say 6 months.
Marco.
Just found it. 2019 shiraz.
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What's the alcohol content - something like 13.5% (typical Shiraz)? It *could* still be ok, given the higher alcohol content, as opposed to the 11-12.5% of other table wines. but it's needs drinking now or using in cooking!:)
Marco.
yeah 2019 and 13.5% by vol. been stored cool tho that cupboard is on an outside wall. i will use it in a couple of meals and have a couple of glsses too. ive still got some of that batch i showed you a year or 2 ago lol. it was higher class tho
Yeah, if it's still for sale, I'd like to buy it from you when I come up next time:)
Marco.
hey if there is any left u can have it.
Very kind of you, mate. However, if I remember there were a couple of quality clarets in there (among other things), so it would be more prudent to swap you for a nice whisky, or are you just trying to sook up to Del more?:eyebrows:
Marco.
dont think there are that many left tbh 3 of 4.. also some champers/bubbly not sure which. i likely wont drink it.
Glengoyne 10.
Ive had this for a good few years, so time I drank it.
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Fresh floral, malty, apples and some nuttiness. quite well balanced with a little sweetness finishing in a shortish malty and spicy finish. very nice for age and price.
New opening day.. Had this for a good while.
An 11 year old Royal Brackla bottled by Signatory for their vintage range in 2009.
Butter shortbread, malt and vanilla in this. Not dry and finish is fairly mild but very nice too. Some nuts in there too.
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I've been awaiting a special occasion to open this but one won t come so I'm gonna have it before someone else gets it..
Glen Grant 18 yr old.
One of the really great whiskies made by any distillery.
Stunning dram this, full of sweet vanilla, nuts and malty goodness.
It's so well balanced this. Every whisky drinker should try it at least once.
I haven't tasted this since it was launched years ago and I had one in a whisky bar. Think it was on royal Mile.
Anyway this is bloody beautiful.
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rmcin626
05-08-2021, 17:43
I've been awaiting a special occasion to open this but one won t come so I'm gonna have it before someone else gets it..
Glen Grant 18 yr old.
One of the really great whiskies made by any distillery.
Stunning dram this, full of sweet vanilla, nuts and malty goodness.
It's so well balanced this. Every whisky drinker should try it at least once.
I haven't tasted this since it was launched years ago and I had one in a whisky bar. Think it was on royal Mile.
Anyway this is bloody beautiful.
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You do like a decent malt Grant
You do like a decent malt Grant
liquid poetry.
rmcin626
05-08-2021, 18:19
liquid poetry.
Apart from the odd special treat, usually just buy what’s on offer in Tesco or Morrisons.
Never mind this whisky cack, have you bought any of those wines from your butcher I recommended?:D
Marco.
rmcin626
05-08-2021, 21:39
Never mind this whisky cack, have you bought any of those wines from your butcher I recommended?:D
Marco.
Not yet, has we have not been feeling great the last couple weeks, but will do once we are feeling a bit better.
Sorry to hear that mate, what's wrong?
Marco.
rmcin626
06-08-2021, 13:16
Sorry to hear that mate, what's wrong?
Marco.
In the main I’m ok, although all the family were suffering from a virus for the last few weeks, which flooded us, but we are now recovering. My wife was diagnosed with Temporal arteritis, 12 months ago, which was quite worrying at the time , she has now been off work for a year and is on a cocktail of drugs including some vey heath duty steroids, so her immune system is shot to pieces. Things are getting better but very slowly.
In the main I’m ok, although all the family were suffering from a virus for the last few weeks, which flooded us, but we are now recovering. My wife was diagnosed with Temporal arteritis, 12 months ago, which was quite worrying at the time , she has now been off work for a year and is on a cocktail of drugs including some vey heath duty steroids, so her immune system is shot to pieces. Things are getting better but very slowly.
good to hear robin. Temporal arteritis is serious stuff
rmcin626
06-08-2021, 13:34
good to hear robin. Temporal arteritis is serious stuff
I had never heard of before, know lots about it now, some heavy duty steroids involved with some unpleasant side effects for the wife.
Fettercairn 11 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice. 46%
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210806/31327f0812f4639607c06c83685c8833.jpg
very nice drink
fruity, oaky warming and longish finish. opens nicely with a small drop of water.
overall very nice drink. always enjoy fettercairn stuff.
In the main I’m ok, although all the family were suffering from a virus for the last few weeks, which flooded us, but we are now recovering.
Not Covid, I hope? In any case, glad you're recovering!:)
My wife was diagnosed with Temporal arteritis, 12 months ago, which was quite worrying at the time , she has now been off work for a year and is on a cocktail of drugs including some vey heath duty steroids, so her immune system is shot to pieces. Things are getting better but very slowly.
No idea what that is (compared with ordinary arteritis), but sounds nasty and I wish her all the best, and a full recovery (if possible) ASAP.
Marco.
Not Covid, I hope? In any case, glad you're recovering!:)
No idea what that is (compared with ordinary arteritis), but sounds nasty and I wish her all the best, and a full recovery (if possible) ASAP.
Marco.
Arteritis refers to inflammation of your arteries that damages your blood vessel walls and reduces blood flow to your organs. There are several types of arteritis. The symptoms and complications that occur depend on which arteries are affected and the degree of damage
Cheers, mate. I know that, but just wondered what specifically was different about Temporal arteritis, in comparison with 'basic arteritis'.
Marco.
Cheers, mate. I know that, but just wondered what specifically was different about Temporal arteritis, in comparison with 'basic arteritis'.
Marco.
you can go blind or have a stoke if not treated.
rmcin626
06-08-2021, 17:48
Cheers, mate. I know that, but just wondered what specifically was different about Temporal arteritis, in comparison with 'basic arteritis'.
Marco.
IN my wife’s case it was the swelling of the arteries in the Brain, so here sight was in danger and a few other things.Luckily she did not need surgery just lots of drugs. There is marker they use to measure it form the blood tests, normal is 5-10 , the wife was 125, so a bit scary but thinks are improving but they have to ween you off the steroids, so still a few months to go. Still lots of side effects for her unfortunately.
Nightmare, mate. Sounds really nasty. Anyway I wish her all the best, and for a speedy recovery. Look after yourselves:)
Marco.
rmcin626
07-08-2021, 09:01
Nightmare, mate. Sounds really nasty. Anyway I wish her all the best, and for a speedy recovery. Look after yourselves:)
Marco.
Thanks Marco, will be another few months , only positive thoughts
Looks like it could be time to stock up on Islay malts (either for your own consumption or as an investment).
Article in today's Times, that states "NatureScot" - Scotland's environment protection agency (Cop26 environment conference may influence this?) has requested "urgent" discussions with Diageo about the use of peat.
I was surprised to find that some distilleries already use artificial peat flavourings (charred wood), so get the real stuff while you can :)
Edradour 10yr old cask 74. From 2005to 2015 minature.
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A lovely Burgundy (Pinot Noir): https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/bourgogne-pinot-noir/p44203
Can't find this one on the Lidl site, but it's a superb Chablis for a silly-cheap price of £8.99 https://www.vivino.com/GB/en/lidl-chablis-y9a69/w/6472805
A stonking, top-notch Côtes du Rhône Vinsobres (the latter indicates higher than usual quality): https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/cotes-du-rhone-vinsobres/p44209
You could easily pay £15 a bottle for that in a 'fancy' wine shop!
Very nice quality white Côtes du Rhône: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/cotes-du-rhone-cotin-jaillet/p44218
A beautiful full-bodied, fruity white from the Savoie region of France: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/savoie-blanc/p44214
A very glugable regional French red table wine, smooth and fruity, for under a fiver(!): https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/comte-tolosan-rouge/p44201: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/comte-tolosan-rouge/p44201
And lastly, I really don't know how they do this (and admittedly I haven't tried it yet, review to follow), a Haut-Médoc, for wait for it... £6.99!!!:mental::mental: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/haut-de-saint-laurent/p44211
Not just a standard Médoc, but a HAUT- Médoc! If it's any good, you'd normally expect to pay around £20 a bottle for such, or much more. Plus it's also won a gold medal in an international wine challenge in 2020! Seems too good to be true, so I'll feedback on it later!:cheers:
Of course, none of them will be available in Scottish branches lol, eh Robin?:D;)
Marco.
probably wont be in many.. bathgate aldi one used to get a lot of wine and whitburn lidl... i dont drink it now being w total:D
Lol - would be interesting to see how many you (or anyone else up there) could find!
We've just had a spanking new Lidl open in Wrexham, 2 mins by car from our front door: https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/19478444.take-look-inside-wrexhams-new-lidl-store/
It's fabulous - big, airy and spacious (especially the aisles), extremely well-stocked with all sorts of goodies, and with a great bakery!:cool:
Not a bad wee place, Wrexham, eh mate?:)
Marco.
Lol - would be interesting to see how many you (or anyone else up there) could find!
We've just had a spanking new Lidl open in Wrexham, 2 mins by car from our front door: https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/19478444.take-look-inside-wrexhams-new-lidl-store/
It's fabulous - big, airy and spacious (especially the aisles), extremely well-stocked with all sorts of goodies, and with a great bakery!:cool:
Not a bad wee place, Wrexham, eh mate?:)
Marco.
Yes it is. Ive only been there once many years ago while working.. I liked it then but dont have much of a memory of anything in particular other than it looked like a decent town.
I hope to get down a'for a cant.
rmcin626
12-08-2021, 15:34
A lovely Burgundy (Pinot Noir): https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/bourgogne-pinot-noir/p44203
Can't find this one on the Lidl site, but it's a superb Chablis for a silly-cheap price of £8.99 https://www.vivino.com/GB/en/lidl-chablis-y9a69/w/6472805
A stonking, top-notch Côtes du Rhône Vinsobres (the latter indicates higher than usual quality): https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/cotes-du-rhone-vinsobres/p44209
You could easily pay £15 a bottle for that in a 'fancy' wine shop!
Very nice quality white Côtes du Rhône: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/cotes-du-rhone-cotin-jaillet/p44218
A beautiful full-bodied, fruity white from the Savoie region of France: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/savoie-blanc/p44214
A very glugable regional French red table wine, smooth and fruity, for under a fiver(!): https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/comte-tolosan-rouge/p44201: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/comte-tolosan-rouge/p44201
And lastly, I really don't know how they do this (and admittedly I haven't tried it yet, review to follow), a Haut-Médoc, for wait for it... £6.99!!!:mental::mental: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/haut-de-saint-laurent/p44211
Not just a standard Médoc, but a HAUT- Médoc! If it's any good, you'd normally expect to pay around £20 a bottle for such, or much more. Plus it's also won a gold medal in an international wine challenge in 2020! Seems too good to be true, so I'll feedback on it later!:cheers:
Of course, none of them will be available in Scottish branches lol, eh Robin?:D;)
Marco.
A couple of interesting wines there, will have a look but not holding out much hope, thanks for the recommendations.
No worries, mate. Hope your good lady and you are keeping better:)
Marco.
Yes it is. Ive only been there once many years ago while working.. I liked it then but dont have much of a memory of anything in particular other than it looked like a decent town.
I hope to get down a'for a cant.
Yup, there's pretty much everything you need, plus also with Chester very near:)
Marco.
Yup, there's pretty much everything you need, plus also with Chester very near:)
Marco.
we have amazon :lolsign::lolsign: damn shame as it was a very busy town once. the biggest and best shops in county, but all gone now. Pubs, carry outs and charity shops is about it. A decent butchers and a couple of other shops but considering the town is 20k its not much.
when my dad was alive there was a coop in every street; sometimes 2 or 3.
I know, mate. Sad days... But you're far from alone. So many places, especially down south, have ended up the same. At least round here, life is still pretty normal, in comparison with how it once was:)
Marco.
Signatory bottled 2006 port Dundas single grain whisky from my collection.
Rather nice, fruity and smooth, slightly soft whisky with a light pepper finish.
Very moreish. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210812/17c8dc0faa09eb5889d3732aa9579d4a.jpg
Only bottle I have alas.
One of my all-time favorites this at a lower price. Typical Campbeltown whisky.. superb depth, with richness and a whisp of smoke, but on the tongue only. pricewise if you get it around £32 it is the best buy in whisky for me...
i buy a lot of this when its available:eyebrows:
https://www.tyndrumwhisky.com/media/catalog/product/cache/287d7d682b8f8c709df3c3ee48cbf868/j/u/jun20-glenscotiadoublecask.jpg
A small update...
And lastly, I really don't know how they do this (and admittedly I haven't tried it yet, review to follow), a Haut-Médoc, for wait for it... £6.99!!!:mental::mental: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/haut-de-saint-laurent/p44211
Not just a standard Médoc, but a HAUT-Médoc! If it's any good, you'd normally expect to pay around £20 a bottle for such, or much more. Plus it's also won a gold medal in an international wine challenge in 2020! Seems too good to be true, so I'll feedback on it later!
Just opened this for lunch, and it's everything that it's claimed to be!
Don't expect it to rival Haut-Médocs at £30 a bottle (or more), which have much more finesse and depth, but it has a goodly dose of the jammy-fruit flavours of a quality claret, with some of the associated 'barrel-wood' infused overtones - and really just a dammed good and highly enjoyable slurp, for a silly-cheap price of £6.99...!
You could spend £15/16 on a bottle of claret and not get one as good as this - seriously - so snap it up while you can:cheers:
Marco.
rmcin626
23-08-2021, 11:31
A small update...
Just opened this for lunch, and it's everything that it's claimed to be!
Don't expect it to rival Haut-Médocs at £30 a bottle (or more), which have much more finesse and depth, but it has a goodly dose of the jammy-fruit flavours of a quality claret, with some of the associated 'barrel-wood' infused overtones - and really just a dammed good and highly enjoyable slurp, for a silly-cheap price of £6.99...!
You could spend £15/16 on a bottle of claret and not get one as good as this - seriously - so snap it up while you can:cheers:
Marco.
Imagine my surprise when we called into Lidl this morning, picked up the last 2 bottles.
Wow - there's hope yet! Result!:carrot::D When you crack it open, let me know what you think.
Clarets (no matter the vintage) always benefit from some decanting, simply to aerate the wine, so my advice would be to do that (uncork it and decant) just before serving, instead of uncorking the wine an hour or so before consuming it, to let it 'breathe', as that'll be more effective and help retain all the fruit flavours.
Do you have a wine decanter or something you can transfer the wine into? It need only be another clean empty wine bottle, or something similar. It'll make all the difference to your enjoyment of the wine:)
Marco.
rmcin626
23-08-2021, 12:35
Thanks Marco, yes we have a couple of decanters, so that’s not a problem.
Nice one. The only other thing I'd say is try and finish it between you in one go, as once opened, it's not a wine for keeping for any amount of time. If you do leave some, make sure it's polished off the following day at the latest.
Enjoy!:)
Marco.
rmcin626
23-08-2021, 12:55
Nice one. The only other thing I'd say is try and finish it between you in one go, as once opened, it's not a wine for keeping for any amount of time. If you do leave some, make sure it's polished off the following day at the latest.
Enjoy!:)
Marco.
The wife only drinks white wine, looks like it will be down to me,
Ah yes, I forgot about that... Make sure that you pump whatever's left properly, and get all the air out the bottle, then finish it off the next day:)
Marco.
rmcin626
23-08-2021, 13:10
Ah yes, I forgot about that... Make sure that you pump whatever's left properly, and get all the air out the bottle, then finish it off the next day:)
Marco.
If its any good there wont be a second day.
Quality! :lol::D
:cocktail:
Marco.
got a couple of bottles of this beauty today.. lismore 12... most likely glenfarclas as its owned by the grants.
anyway, its very nice and improves a little with a little water. nice kick to it ..slange
https://cdn2.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/p-2813/lismore/lismore-12-year-old-whisky.jpg?ss=2.0
If its any good there wont be a second day.
Have you tried it yet, Robin?:)
Marco.
rmcin626
31-08-2021, 21:00
Have you tried it yet, Robin?:)
Marco.
Hopefully Friday or Saturday night
Was tonight the night then, or has tomorrow night got the honour?;)
Marco.
rmcin626
03-09-2021, 20:34
Was tonight the night then, or has tomorrow night got the honour?;)
Marco.
Tomorrow Marco, was on grandparent duty earlier
Lol - no worries... Keep me posted!:D
Marco.
So, whisky or whiskey, I’ve been trying a few over the past couple of years after not being able to touch the stuff for more than twenty years... (long story short, got the most drunk I have ever been at my first stag night and pretty sure I nearly died...!)
Anyway, I’ve decided I’m a Speyside man, not keen on peaty whiskies or anything with a medicinal hint, and my favourite slurp is the bog standard Tamnavulin - I’ve tried their sherry and red wine casket editions but still prefer the normal double cask version.
I’d like to try something a bit more upmarket, but don’t want to spend a shed load of dosh and it not be in the same style. Any recommendations?
Tomorrow Marco, was on grandparent duty earlier
Tomorrow is now here.... So the verdict is??:)
Marco.
So, whisky or whiskey, I’ve been trying a few over the past couple of years after not being able to touch the stuff for more than twenty years... (long story short, got the most drunk I have ever been at my first stag night and pretty sure I nearly died...!)
Anyway, I’ve decided I’m a Speyside man, not keen on peaty whiskies or anything with a medicinal hint, and my favourite slurp is the bog standard Tamnavulin - I’ve tried their sherry and red wine casket editions but still prefer the normal double cask version.
I’d like to try something a bit more upmarket, but don’t want to spend a shed load of dosh and it not be in the same style. Any recommendations?
Grant's your man, dude. You'll catch him when he wakes up tomorrow, around 9am!:D
Can we talk Rioja until then - or what's your favourite red these days?;)
Marco.
Yeah, of course Grant the first person this was aimed at! [emoji846]
Still very much a Rioja man, and for every day drinking it’s whatever is on offer from the supermarkets from the usual suspects (Campo Viejo, Faustino, Torres etc.) but my special occasion “go to” I get from the Adnams shops - a Suffolk Brewer (Ghost Ship) But also have a few shops around the county:https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210904/fcc58680411d7b5f58298432241e9a83.jpg
The Reserva is very good too, but this is lovely for a treat at £20.
Interesting...Not had that one before. Will add it to my wanted list!:)
If you can find them, give either of these a go, particularly the Gran Oristan (£13.99) - lovely woody vanilla oak, with bags of unctuously jammy fruit flavours!:cheers:
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Oh, and I haven't seen any of your '70s specials' steak dinners on the food thread for ages, so get it fixed!:ner:;)
I've been missin' yer wee 'specially shaped' grilled tomatoes!:D
Marco.
I will definitely search those out - as you know I love a bit of wood! :eyebrows:
Next time I do a “Bernie Inn Special” I’ll be sure to post! :lol:
rmcin626
04-09-2021, 21:02
Tomorrow is now here.... So the verdict is??:)
Marco.
Very nice , does need to be decanted, first glass was ok , but second was better , very enjoyable and great value, especially with steak. We had friends over thankful they also thought it was decent.
I will definitely search those out - as you know I love a bit of wood! :eyebrows:
Next time I do a “Bernie Inn Special” I’ll be sure to post! :lol:
Yesh I know your middle leg's 'aged in oak'...:D
Aye, the World-Wide Web is always braced for one of yer Berni (no 'e') specials, so next time you get jiggy with a gigot chop - fire up a pic!:eyebrows:
Marco.
Very nice , does need to be decanted, first glass was ok , but second was better , very enjoyable and great value, especially with steak. We had friends over thankful they also thought it was decent.
Excellent news. It's silly-cheap for the quality on offer. Did you have it with a meal or did you just enjoy it on its own?:)
Marco.
rmcin626
04-09-2021, 21:47
Excellent news. It's silly-cheap for the quality on offer. Did you have it with a meal or did you just enjoy it on its own?:)
Marco.
With the meal and then another glass on its own
So, whisky or whiskey, I’ve been trying a few over the past couple of years after not being able to touch the stuff for more than twenty years... (long story short, got the most drunk I have ever been at my first stag night and pretty sure I nearly died...!)
Anyway, I’ve decided I’m a Speyside man, not keen on peaty whiskies or anything with a medicinal hint, and my favourite slurp is the bog standard Tamnavulin - I’ve tried their sherry and red wine casket editions but still prefer the normal double cask version.
I’d like to try something a bit more upmarket, but don’t want to spend a shed load of dosh and it not be in the same style. Any recommendations?
try some bourbon casked stuff if you dont want sherry.
https://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/tomatin/tomatin-12-year-old-whisky/?srh=1
https://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/glen-scotia/glen-scotia-double-cask-whisky/?srh=1
https://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/benriach/benriach-the-twelve-whisky/?srh=1
the benriach is from a mix of sherry casks, bourbon casks and Port casks!
all 3 are super. no smoke etc.. 3 of my staples if im not after heavy sherry.
if you want a sherry treat then look no further than this. not cheap but boy its full of the stuff..yum.
https://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/tomatin/tomatin-18-year-old-sherry-cask-whisky/?srh=1
a treat in the bourbon cask side at a great price is this 18 yr old.
https://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/deanston/deanston-18-year-old-whisky/?srh=1
Macallan used to be really good - not bought any for years though
Cheers lads, some credit card bashing to do, then! :lol:
Just back from Lidl, and a heads up for (I guess mainly Robin)... They've got a superb Gigondas in just now, for a silly-cheap £14.99: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/gigondas-puech-morny/p44208
Think of it as a 'poor man's' Châteauneuf-du-Pape, but it won't be very 'poor'!:trust:
Utter bargain for a wine that could easily cost double that in a 'fancy' wine shop. I'd pop along ASAP, and grab some if you can!:)
And for your good lady, a rather nice Muscadet Sevre et Maine: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/muscadet-sevre-et-maine/p44215
Lovely wine that, chilled, either as an aperitif or with some seafood pasta or risotto!
Marco.
rmcin626
06-09-2021, 13:30
Just back from Lidl, and a heads up for (I guess mainly Robin)... They've got a superb Gigondas in just now, for a silly-cheap £14.99: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/gigondas-puech-morny/p44208
Think of it as a 'poor man's' Châteauneuf-du-Pape, but it won't be very 'poor'!:trust:
Utter bargain for a wine that could easily cost double that in a 'fancy' wine shop. I'd pop along ASAP, and grab some if you can!:)
And for your good lady, a rather nice Muscadet Sevre et Maine: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/muscadet-sevre-et-maine/p44215
Lovely wine that, chilled, either as an aperitif or with some seafood pasta or risotto!
Marco.
Will try and call in this week.
Just back from Lidl, and a heads up for (I guess mainly Robin)... They've got a superb Gigondas in just now, for a silly-cheap £14.99: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/gigondas-puech-morny/p44208
Think of it as a 'poor man's' Châteauneuf-du-Pape, but it won't be very 'poor'!:trust:
Marco.
Fliss is back at work (three days a week), so I am trying to make some pleasant meals.
Popped in to Lidl today and along with some of their Scotch beef burgers bought a bottle of the Puech Morny - my word, it stands up well with the BBQ'd burger, will have to buy a few more bottles :)
(I also made a Feta, toasted walnut, Fig and mixed leaf salad - whole grain mustard/olive oil and basalmic dressing to go on it. Unfortunately no photographs, so won't go in the dinner thread).
Just threw a couple of logs on the Kadai, so I will be back outside later watching the flames and nursing the rest of the bottle - thanks for highlighting it Marco, nice one Lidl :glug:
Sorry, Guy, missed this... Nice one! Glad the Gigondas hit the spot. It's a lovely wine for the money, and how you paired it sounds good:)
Robin, did you manage to find some?
We're just back again from Lidl, and I picked up a rather nice Pouilly-Fumé for £11.99: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/tresors-de-loire-pouilly-fume/p44223
Not had it yet, but I think your good lady would love it. You can certainly pay double that, or more, for a quality Pouilly-Fumé, as it's one of the celebrated white Burgundy varieties, although this is from the Loire. If this hits the spot, it'll be another Billy Bargain from Lidl!:cool:
Marco.
rmcin626
11-09-2021, 11:19
Sorry, Guy, missed this... Nice one! Glad the Gigondas hit the spot. It's a lovely wine for the money, and how you paired it sounds good:)
Robin, did you manage to find some?
We're just back again from Lidl, and I picked up a rather nice Pouilly-Fumé for £11.99: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/tresors-de-loire-pouilly-fume/p44223
Not had it yet, but I think your good lady would love it. You can certainly pay double that, or more, for a quality Pouilly-Fumé, as it's one of the celebrated white Burgundy varieties, although this is from the Loire. If this hits the spot, it'll be another Billy Bargain from Lidl!:cool:
Marco.
Not Yet, not been the best week, so not out much
Ok mate, no worries. Just keep me posted:)
Marco.
rmcin626
13-09-2021, 13:54
Just back from Lidl, and a heads up for (I guess mainly Robin)... They've got a superb Gigondas in just now, for a silly-cheap £14.99: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/gigondas-puech-morny/p44208
Think of it as a 'poor man's' Châteauneuf-du-Pape, but it won't be very 'poor'!:trust:
Utter bargain for a wine that could easily cost double that in a 'fancy' wine shop. I'd pop along ASAP, and grab some if you can!:)
And for your good lady, a rather nice Muscadet Sevre et Maine: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/muscadet-sevre-et-maine/p44215
Lovely wine that, chilled, either as an aperitif or with some seafood pasta or risotto!
Marco.
Was in Lidl this morning and managed to pick up the Gigondas, will probably be the weekend before I try it.
Woo-hoo, result!:thumbsup:
No worries, let me know how you get on.
Marco.
early today but my neck is sore and this will help...
one of my favs this. nomad outland whisky, finished in jerez.. outstanding sherried malt..
https://img.thewhiskyexchange.com/900/blend_nom1.jpg
that was smashing... trouble is, one aint really enough lol. forunately i bought 2 bottles.:ner:
https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0483/8123/1262/products/glen-scotia-double-cask-single-malt-group_5000x.jpg?v=1614960752
slange
Picked this up on offer at £9 in the local Co-Op. Not bad at all, very smooth and makes a nice change from my usual “go to” Spanish wines.[emoji846]https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210924/64e4d6a2b644ff07755e44a08d68f393.jpg
Nice one, mate. I'll look out for that myself. If you like claret/Bordeaux styles, and as you've just enjoyed, Saint-Émilion, try the full-blown version, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru (or even better Grand Cru Classé), but you'll have to pay about the same as you do for a quality Gran Reserva, or upwards!:)
Marco.
A glass or 2 of this tonight. Lovely stuff.
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julesd68
07-10-2021, 13:52
I bought this dry German 2018 Riesling by Alexander Gysler to celebrate my late father's birthday yesterday and was most impressed.
Crisp acidity with subtle but delicious peach and apricot notes, hints of tropical fruit and gooseberry backed by a slightly chalky minerality. Available at Oddbins for £20.
https://www.oddbins.com/products/gysler-riesling-natural-wine
A few weeks ago I had a stunning Grauerburgunder (Pinot Gris) from the same producer - such depth of rich flavours for £13.75 and incredible value at that.
https://www.oddbins.com/products/gysler-grauerburgunder
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Glen Scotia Double Cask.
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Just ordered a nice mixed case of wines for Xmas, from Virgin:
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Got quite a few parties and get togethers planned, so it probably won't take long for that lot to be hoovered up!:drink::D
Marco.
rmcin626
15-10-2021, 20:01
Just ordered a nice mixed case of wines for Xmas, from Virgin:
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Got quite a few parties and get togethers planned, so it probably won't take long for that lot to be hoovered up!:drink::D
Marco.
Give me a shout for the party when the Perez Cruz is being poured.
Lol - does that one hit the spot the most? Any others?:D
If you lived nearer mate, you'd be welcome:)
Marco.
rmcin626
15-10-2021, 21:11
There are quite a few I think I would enjoy mate, always enjoy good wine and food.
Picked this up from the local co-op for last night, very smooth and fruity. A nice change from my usual Rioja. Was bopping around the kitchen to Mistajam and cooking and forgot to post it!
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heard of strawberry jam but mista?;) young and fruity?:) i like italian wines
Some interesting bottles there Marco. I daren’t do my Christmas wine order yet it will be gone by bonfire night! I did use Virgin last year and got some good ones so will probably do so again.
Linkwood 10 Year Old (casks 308678 & 304607) - Small Batch (James Eadie) .. just finishing this off now.. rather good dram; i like linkwood and for money this was a good one.
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heard of strawberry jam but mista?;) young and fruity?:) i like italian wines
Lol... I know you like 'fruity' Italian (and German/Welsh) women, too!:eyebrows:;)
Marco.
Some interesting bottles there Marco. I daren’t do my Christmas wine order yet it will be gone by bonfire night! I did use Virgin last year and got some good ones so will probably do so again.
Cheers, mate. They've just arrived... Dunno what to try first:hmm::D Btw, given the Brexit bollox (on various levels), including shortage of drivers, if you want a quantity of wine delivered in time for Xmas, I'd defo get your order in earlier than usual!
Del's having a pre-Halloween party this weekend, with a few of her pals coming over for a fondue (cheese one) followed by a chocolate and marshmallow version.
I'll be on hand to serve drinkies (and ensure that they all behave:eek:) Fancy coming over to give me a hand, if you're any good at 'curbing the antics' of some pissed young women?:eyebrows: No doubt a goodly amount of said vino will be sunk, along with cocktails and Prosecco!!:drunk:
Marco.
Picked this up from the local co-op for last night, very smooth and fruity. A nice change from my usual Rioja. Was bopping around the kitchen to Mistajam and cooking and forgot to post it!
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Good choice, mate. VR should be rather dark in colour and full of fresh berry fruits! If you like that, also look out for Primitivo or Passimento/Appassimento (especially from the Puglia region of Italy), which have a similar rounded style, but with a bit more 'weight':)
Primitivo, Negroamaro and Nero D'Avola would all be good red grape varieties for you.
Marco.
Thanks for the tips, I will keep a lookout for those!
No worries. Clearly, your palate is attuned to the flavour of full-bodied Italian (and of course Spanish) red wines, so if you're willing to come out of your comfort zone and experiment a little, I can certainly help:)
Marco.
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slange
a large one of these to finish bottle....oh dont worry folks... ive plenty more :ner::D
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Lismore 12 yr old... not a bad drop for price...
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Just been dragged out shopping with the Mrs, which is something I hate…
However, this time she took me to a local retailer where I picked up a Tullibardine 15, and a bottle of Santa Ana gin, which originates from the Dom Papa distillery.
Looking forward to sampling these over the festive period.
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Been tippling on this recently - a vatted malt by Douglas Laing, unspecified Campbeltown but likely Glen Scotia and a bit of Kilkerran..who knows..anyway, quite nice, not peaty but ballsy.
Having a tipple myself tonight.
My usual Glen Scotia double cask.
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rmcin626
18-12-2021, 18:10
Having a tipple myself tonight.
My usual Glen Scotia double cask.
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Nice drop that
Having a tipple myself tonight.
My usual Glen Scotia double cask.
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Ooh that's a big one..I need to figure out how to post a decent-sized pic!
Laphroaig
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rmcin626
25-12-2021, 18:13
Just back from Lidl, and a heads up for (I guess mainly Robin)... They've got a superb Gigondas in just now, for a silly-cheap £14.99: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/gigondas-puech-morny/p44208
Think of it as a 'poor man's' Châteauneuf-du-Pape, but it won't be very 'poor'!:trust:
Utter bargain for a wine that could easily cost double that in a 'fancy' wine shop. I'd pop along ASAP, and grab some if you can!:)
And for your good lady, a rather nice Muscadet Sevre et Maine: https://www.lidl.co.uk/p/the-french-wine-tour/muscadet-sevre-et-maine/p44215
Lovely wine that, chilled, either as an aperitif or with some seafood pasta or risotto!
Marco.
Just in case you pop in Marco, the Gigondas was really nice mate another great recommendation.
Time for a wee dram, I lasted three days past xmas before opening it anyway :D
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rmcin626
28-12-2021, 23:32
Time for a wee dram, I lasted three days past xmas before opening it anyway :D
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Decent dram and sometimes on offer
Decent dram and sometimes on offer
Very good offer at Waitrose at the moment :)
still got a third of a bottle of that. maybe half.
Speyside 8yr old aptly named sherry bomb.
Actually although sherry forward it wasnot really that much of a bomb first day I tried it but since it's had air in bottle it's much more sherryful.
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Glen Scotia Campbeltown Harbour . a treat i picked up on offer.
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a bit smokey this, but still a nice dram for all that. one of my fav distilleries this.
Got distracted in Tesco earlier by a bottle of this to try on offer - not really a Whiskey, but a couple of people have recommended it so we shall see...
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