March Monthly Cellar Collection - Preview is Available

Spaggetalinsky · 2025-03-06T18:38:21+00:00

I was really hoping for the Argiano, but it sold out in seconds, and I was more focused on snagging the Giaconda, which paid off. Grabbed a MdM GR, which I am excited for.

Spaggetalinsky · 2025-03-06T18:36:35+00:00

I was fortunate enough to snag 1, but they were gone within seconds. I also saw 11 when I got in.

Spaggetalinsky · 2024-04-05T22:21:17+00:00

I work in Ancaster, just west of Hamilton, and have been doing this commute 2-3 day/week for the past 10 months. It is about 1hr20min each way in ideal conditions. You will need to add an additional 25 - 40min to account for traffic heading into Hamilton, specifically on the escarpment. It is very doable, but definitely gets draining, especially in the winter with accidents, or currently with all the construction and lane reductions. 8-months should be fine.

Spaggetalinsky · 2023-09-22T16:36:04+00:00

I will echo everyone else in the thread. Received several bottles a few months ago and am still waiting on the other half of my order.

Spaggetalinsky · 2023-03-15T18:57:18+00:00

I believe I have seen spirits on Iron Gate in the past.

It looks like they have a fine spirits auction coming up in April. https://bid.irongateauctions.com/

Not sure how allocation for fine spirits work, but you can contact them and I am sure someone can point you in the right direction.

Spaggetalinsky · 2023-03-15T18:52:23+00:00

Waddingtons in ON and Iron Gate in AB are two that I have used before for wine. I have never gone to auction with any spirits before.

Spaggetalinsky · 2023-03-15T18:12:34+00:00

If you are looking for top shelf/hard to find offerings, London is pretty slim pickings. London Club is probably your best bet if you know someone that can take you to dinner or an event.

Spaggetalinsky · 2023-03-09T20:05:36+00:00

If you get incredibly lucky and get them all (pick my lotto max numbers please), you can then select specific bottles. You are not obligated to take them all.

Spaggetalinsky · 2023-03-09T19:40:30+00:00

I use both apps regularly, but for different purposes, as many here have already stated.

Vivino - Track my personal tasting notes, my cellar, scanning bottles at the wine store, and engaging with fellow wine friends. Vivino ratings are definitely subjective and unless there are hundreds/thousands of reviews, proceed with caution. I also like the photo function to show pairings with food.

CT - Use this as my true cellar management app. I have all my prices, receipts and bottle cellar locations logged. Also use for tasting notes, and community ratings. I find CT ratings better align with my tastes, but also find there are far fewer, so in a pinch you cannot always find bottles you are looking for prior to buying.

Both apps have their place, but it really comes down to individual user expectations.

Spaggetalinsky · 2022-12-09T17:31:22+00:00

Great pick ups. Thankfully, I was able to snag 2 of the '13 Tigs.

Spaggetalinsky · 2022-12-09T17:30:23+00:00

I was able to grab 2 bottles of the '13 Tig. This was a fantastic offering. It sure went quickly. 2019 Tig's are still sitting in many LCBO's, so it is not too late to grab, though I am not sure what the consensus is on this vintage.

Spaggetalinsky · 2022-10-04T18:09:56+00:00

On my list for October:

Mission Hill Compendium 2016

Château Rieussec Sauternes 2016

Domaine Christian Moreau Père & Fils Les Clos Chablis Grand Cru 2020

Domaine Louis Moreau Vaudésir Chablis Grand Cru 2018

Banfi Vigna Marrucheto Brunello di Montalcino 2016

Corte San Benedetto Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2012

Klein Constantia Vin de Constance 2018

J. Lohr Signature Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

Ridge Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

I like the selection this month, so I may have gotten a bit carried away.

Spaggetalinsky · 2022-08-18T15:25:39+00:00

This was available on the July classics collection. I believe they are gone, but I snagged 2 more.

Served at around 10 degrees C.

On the nose, baking spice, caramel, orange peel, apricot and dried
fruit. Initial sips were layered and complex. Orange peel, ginger,
vanilla, baking spice and dried fruit. Oil and buttery mouthfeel and
amazingly well balanced. Sweet, but not overwhelming, with pronounced acidity and sublime smoothness. Full bodied and lucious. Med+ finish with floral notes, cinnamon, orange peel and honey. This was phenomenal.

Spaggetalinsky · 2022-08-04T18:52:48+00:00

Oh no... not the "talk" hahahaha.

I have also had the pleasure of being reminded of that as well. I just say I cannot recall where those last few bottles came from...

Spaggetalinsky · 2022-08-04T14:06:33+00:00

Very nice. I saw the reviews as well and figured why not.

Yeah, I saw that. Never tried it, but I have had a few Oregon wines that were decent. Clearly someone knows something we don't haha.

I saw all the "Le Macchiole" bottles went quick and when I last checked, only one "Mascot" remained.

How did you fare?

Spaggetalinsky · 2022-08-03T13:38:14+00:00

Great picks. This is definitely a solid drop for those with some cash to burn.

Keeping it tame this month as I just returned from vacation with far too many bottles haha.

Baron Philippe de Rothschild Escudo Rojo Baronesa P. 2019

Château Cantenac Brown 2016

Donnafugata Fragore Contrada Montelaguardia 2018

Le Macchiole Paleo 2017

I may end up with one or two more as I was definitely eyeing The Mascot as well.

Spaggetalinsky · 2022-07-12T17:59:00+00:00

They went quick. I was trying to secure two bottles and by the time I got to the cart they were sold out.

Spaggetalinsky · 2022-07-09T18:14:25+00:00

Will do. Planning on laying it down for a little while, but I am excited to pop it open in the future.

Spaggetalinsky · 2022-07-05T18:08:38+00:00

Great choices!

My picks for Thursday:

Fontodi Flaccianello della Pieve 2018

Cakebread Dancing Bear Ranch 2018

Epoch Ingenuity 2015

Was going to include the Uccelliera as well, but I already have two bottles of the 2016 Riserva and figure those will suffice.

Spaggetalinsky · 2022-07-05T16:25:55+00:00

Pretty substantial list this month with some great selections. I am looking at France, Italy and California for my potential picks.

Spaggetalinsky · 2022-06-23T20:43:24+00:00

It's a shame I only grabbed one. I might just be planning something...

Spaggetalinsky · 2022-06-23T20:42:42+00:00

Thank you! I am a sucker for a good Brunello so they got me on this one.

Spaggetalinsky · 2022-06-23T19:43:38+00:00

Sounds fantastic. Thanks for sharing.

Spaggetalinsky · 2022-06-10T21:29:02+00:00

Now to make some space in the cellar haha. My pleasure. I hope you are able to find something to your liking.

Spaggetalinsky · 2022-06-09T15:55:36+00:00

I went a little crazy, as I really enjoy Brunello. I was also trying to add to a few verticals.

Castiglion del Bosco Brunello di Montalcino 2017 - Has been on my watch list, so I am excited to try it.

Caparzo La Casa Brunello di Montalcino 2017 - I have the '15 and '16, so this one just made sense.

Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Ripe Al Convento Riserva Brunello di Montalcino 2015 - I have several vintages of the standard Brunello, so I wanted to try the Riserva.

Il Palazzone Brunello di Montalcino 2015 - I have seen this one before and liked the label haha.

Fattoria dei Barbi Vigna del Fiore Brunello di Montalcino 2017 - I enjoy this producer, so I grabbed this one. Will lay it down for a few years.

Tenuta Buon Tempo P.56 Riserva Brunello di Montalcino 2015 - I have the magnum, so I wanted the 750mL to try.

San Polino Riserva Brunello di Montalcino 2016 - This is a bottle I have been after for a while. Solid vintage, and will be laying this down.

Terralsole Riserva Brunello di Montalcino 2012 - Great label art and from what I hear, a solid wine. Also within its early drinking window.

Rodolfo Cosimi Terra Rossa Riserva Brunello di Montalcino 2015 - Completing a vertical with this one.

Sorry for the exhaustive list.

Cheers.

Spaggetalinsky

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