I ended up purchasing a 375 ml of the 2002 Rieussec for only $29.99. I thought this was a steel because the vintage prior from Rieussec (2001) won the Wine Spectator wine of the year and was a 100 point wine. Now I know that vintages vary from year to year and the quality isn't always classic every vintage, but this 92 point rated wine will be a great addition to my cellar and didn't cost me a bundle of dough either. I almost purchased a 95 point rated 2004 Chateau Coutet ($39.99) but I noticed that most all the bottles had tartrate crystals resting near the bottom of the bottle, so I decided on the Rieussec. So, next time you're looking for some great and age-worthy wines for your cellar, I strongly suggest browsing the off-vintage Sauternes for great values. Cheers!
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Inquiring minds would like to know: What does Bevmo represent as a company?
Bacchus, Here from Chilefire - I like what your doing - and I have added your blog to my roll. I look forward to reading more of your posts. - As a side note I am working, with a Barista friend on a "Liquid Culture" blog - coffee, beer, wine, home brewing and classic cocktails being our topic. We would love to have your voice as a guest as occasionally as you might like. Take care, Bryce (at) Chilefire.
Oh, I think Bevmo represents the "Walmart" of wine stores where everything is less expensive but, the service is lacking and it just feels a bit cold in there. I like more personal wine shops with less corporate mumbo jumbo and small more eclectic brands. I don't think Bevmo will last because they build no human loyalty. The only thing they have going for them is the whole "club bev" thing. Anyways, I don't shop there often and I don't plan on giving much more of my money to them.
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