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2008 new varietal discoveries - 11/14/2008 3:20:42 AM

Serge Birbrair

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Mine were 2 whites:

1) American version of Rkatsiteli - superb! and greatly exceeded my expectations

2) Spanish Rueda - gives Sauvignon Blanc run for the money. (if you like cat pee and that sort of things)

What were yours?

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RE: 2008 new varietal discoveries - 11/14/2008 6:36:30 AM

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I just finished '07 Monte Velho white blend from Portugal. The varieties are Roupeiro, Antao Vaz and Perrum. The aroma had stones and lime with a hint of muscat in the background. It was dry and slightly oily on the palate. Good, cheap wine and a nice surprise.

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RE: 2008 new varietal discoveries - 11/14/2008 6:39:44 AM

J2K

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I discovered Gruner Veltliner this year and I love it. The problem is we don't have much selection here in PA.

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RE: 2008 new varietal discoveries - 11/14/2008 6:46:48 AM

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quote:

ORIGINAL: Serge Birbrair

1) American version of Rkatsiteli - superb! and greatly exceeded my expectations

Won't that go nicely at Siam? If I can go, Serge, I will have 2 bottles in tow.

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RE: 2008 new varietal discoveries - 11/14/2008 7:11:57 AM

Serge Birbrair

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I hope you can make it! Don't bring much, their wine list is worth worshiping to.

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RE: 2008 new varietal discoveries - 11/14/2008 7:21:00 AM

fingers

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Oh, that's right! Would still make a nice apertif as we discuss the way of life in The Republic of Georgia.

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RE: 2008 new varietal discoveries - 11/14/2008 7:30:58 AM

Serge Birbrair

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yup, we can but...you have to come to LV first
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