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May 12, 2010
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12:27 am
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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No wine tonight since Wines of Chile is tomorrow #SBChile |
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1:54 am
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twittyboyd:
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Ohhh! Good stuff! RT @WineMcGee: Getting ready for the wines of chile tasting tomorrow #SBChile. Entering all the wines into WineMcGee now! |
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2:31 am
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SubletGal:
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RT @WineMcGee: Getting ready for the wines of chile tasting tomorrow #SBChile. Entering all the wines into WineMcGee now! |
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11:35 am
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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It's finally here. Ready for it to be 7pm for Wines of Chile #SBCHILE |
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12:21 pm
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mmWine:
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Tonight I'll be tasting 8 Sauvignon Blancs from Chile. It's a http://www.winesofchile.org/ event with the tag #SBChile |
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12:22 pm
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sunshinemichele:
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RT @mmWine: Tonight I'll be tasting 8 Sauvignon Blancs from Chile. It's a http://www.winesofchile.org/ event with the tag #SBChile |
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12:26 pm
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GraciaMIA:
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@mmWine where is the #SBChile event?? |
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2:23 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Is everyone ready for the blogger tasting tonight at 7pm est? Resist the urge to crack those bottles open early! #SBChile |
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2:25 pm
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SuzieLin:
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RT @DrinkChile Is everyone ready for the blogger tasting tonight at 7pm est? Resist the urge to crack those bottles open early! #SBChile |
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2:31 pm
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Cousino_Macul:
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RT @DrinkChile: Is everyone ready for the blogger tasting tonight at 7pm est? Resist the urge to crack those bottles open early! #SBChile |
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3:07 pm
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nectarwine:
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Who else is rockin' the #SBChile tonight? It's going to be pretty dang cool! |
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3:15 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Even if you aren't participating in the online blogger tasting tonight, you can follow the conversation on Twitter with the #SBChile tag! |
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3:16 pm
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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@nectarwine I'll be there #SBChile |
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4:19 pm
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vinegeek:
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Finished a terrific bottle of Alphonse Mellot Pouilly-Fume 08 last night. It's got me primed and ready for #SBChile tonight! |
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4:58 pm
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mysteryaction:
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RT @DrinkChile: Even if you're not part of the online blogger tasting tonight, you can follow it on Twitter with the #SBChile tag! |
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5:29 pm
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winewithjameson:
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Chilean Sauvignon Blanc live wine blogging event tonight at 7pm EST. Search for #SBChile. |
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5:35 pm
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mmWine:
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7pm Est Tonight I'll be tasting 8 Sauvignon Blancs from Chile. It's a http://www.winesofchile.org/ event Tweets w/ the tag #SBChile |
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5:37 pm
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nectarwine:
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RT @mmWine: 7pm Est Tonight I'll be tasting 8 SauvBlanc from Chile. It's a http://bit.ly/76zjc event Tweets w/ #SBChile < See u there |
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6:20 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Let's run a survey: Bloggers, based only on the bottles appearance, which wine do you think will be your favorite tonight? #SBChile |
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6:22 pm
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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@DrinkChile I'm looking forward to the Cono Sur #SBChile |
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6:36 pm
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mmWine:
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@DrinkChile I never judge a book by it's cover. I am exited to try the Haras and Valdivieso #SBChile |
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6:50 pm
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winewithjameson:
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@lesliedines Coincidentally, trying it tonight for a Chilean Sauv Blanc live wine blogging event at 4pm our time. Look for #SBChile posts |
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6:53 pm
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winewithjameson:
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@DrinkChile The Undurraga looks like the label with the most sizzle. #SBChile |
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7:25 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @winewithjameson: @DrinkChile This 7pm EST start means happy hour in Seattle! #SBChile |
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7:25 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @mmWine: @DrinkChile I never judge a book by it's cover. I am exited to try the Haras and Valdivieso #SBChile |
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7:25 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @TheGoodWineGuru: @DrinkChile I'm looking forward to the Cono Sur #SBChile |
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7:26 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @nectarwine: Who else is rockin' the #SBChile tonight? It's going to be pretty dang cool! |
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7:42 pm
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winedanddined:
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Excited for tonights Wines of Chile Virtual Tasting. Check out the amazing kit they sent us #SBChile http://twitpic.com/1n8db5 |
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7:48 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @winedanddined: Excited for tonights Wines of Chile Tasting. Check out the amazing kit they sent us #SBChile http://twitpic.com/1n8db5 |
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7:49 pm
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DrinkChile:
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So are we! Can't wait to hear what you think! RT @NicheWineBlog: @DrinkChile I am - I'm so excited for #SBChile |
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7:51 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @WineMcGee: Wines of Chile tasting sheet here: http://bit.ly/cWdL0s @vinegeek @nectarwine @mmWine @DrinkChile @winewithjameson #SBChile |
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7:54 pm
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PatrickJKim:
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RT @WineMcGee: Wines of Chile Blogger tasting - Find a printable tasting sheet for this tasting here: http://bit.ly/cWdL0s #SBChile |
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8:00 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Three hours until #SBChile time! Hope you're all as excited as we are! |
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8:05 pm
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winewithjameson:
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Starting to prep veg in kitchen for Chile Sauv Blanc tasting: got black cod and halibut, too! #SBChile |
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8:13 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @winewithjameson: Starting to prep veg in kitchen for Chile Sauv Blanc tasting: got black cod and halibut, too! #SBChile |
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8:23 pm
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cuoreangelino:
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If you really want to taste a good #SBChile get Castillo de Molina Fumè from Casablanca Valley by @SanPedroWines #recommended Cheers:) |
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8:30 pm
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Wine_Com:
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RT @WineMcGee: Wines of Chile Blogger tasting - Find a printable tasting sheet for this tasting here: http://bit.ly/cWdL0s #SBChile |
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8:55 pm
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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Just at 2 hours till Taste Chile event #SBChile |
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9:02 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @TheGoodWineGuru: Just at 2 hours till Taste Chile event #SBChile |
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9:02 pm
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winewithjameson:
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Just tasted the olive oils...the 1492 Arbequina has a real sneaky, pepper finish #SBChile |
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9:04 pm
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mmWine:
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GAH! I will have NO time to prepare any food :( RT @DrinkChile: RT @TheGoodWineGuru: Just at 2 hours till Taste Chile event #SBChile |
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9:07 pm
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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@mmWine @DrinkChile that's why I took off early from work today #SBChile |
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9:10 pm
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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Weather here in #RVA is nasty...perfect night to be inside for #SBChile |
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9:18 pm
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jkennett:
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Looking forward to it!
Just at 2 hours till Taste Chile event #SBChile /via @TheGoodWineGuru |
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9:37 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Setting up for the Wines of Chile blogger tasting! About an hour and a half until go time! #sbchile http://twitpic.com/1n92kr |
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9:39 pm
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DrinkChile:
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@mmWine Wish we could send you some! You could always see how the new Domino's recipe pairs with Chilean SB! :) #SBChile |
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9:41 pm
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ladyparkerwine:
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How exciting!! Have fun! RT @DrinkChile: Setting up for the Wines of Chile blogger tasting! About an hour and a half until go time! #sbchile |
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9:46 pm
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winewithjameson:
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Sunny in Seattle! Rooftop deck awaits Sauv Blanc, ceviche, and some grilled fish #SBChile |
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9:49 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Perfect! Sunny in Seattle?! RT @winewithjameson: Sunny in Seattle! Rooftop deck awaits Sauv Blanc, ceviche, and some grilled fish #SBChile |
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9:51 pm
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BerylliumBlonde:
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Just put baked brie in the oven, well just brie now... soon to be baked #sbchile |
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9:58 pm
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DrinkChile:
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So jealous!! RT @BerylliumBlonde: Just put baked brie in the oven, well just brie now... soon to be baked #sbchile |
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10:03 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Ladies, gentlemen, and bloggers: @freddexms is in the building! #sbchile http://twitpic.com/1n982p |
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10:14 pm
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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45 minutes out #SBChile |
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10:14 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Pisco Sours, the official pre-tasting drink of the WoC blogger tasting! #sbchile http://twitpic.com/1n9ao7 |
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10:17 pm
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ptmartinez:
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@TheGoodWineGuru On my way!!! #SBChile |
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10:19 pm
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mmWine:
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12seconds - Getting set for the #SBChile Wine Tasting with @DrinkChile http://tiny12.tv/9T7SH |
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10:21 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Great 12 sec preview video for the blogger tasting tonight from @mmWine! Check it out-http://tiny12.tv/9T7SH #sbchile |
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10:27 pm
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DrinkChile:
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We'll be talking all through the blogger tasting, so feel free to chat with us! Just use the #sbchile tag! |
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10:30 pm
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timlemke:
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Getting set up for #SBChile Will be tasting 8 Sauvignon Blancs tonight |
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10:33 pm
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wineTT:
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Weather here not cooperating with Chile Sauvignon Blanc tasting with @winett and @brutaster #sbchile |
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10:34 pm
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winewithjameson:
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@TheGoodWineGuru I took the day off, too. Spent the last couple hours shopping and prepping. Could use a drink... #SBChile |
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10:35 pm
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winesofchile:
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RT @DrinkChile: Setting up for the Wines of Chile blogger tasting! About an hour and a half until go time! #sbchile http://twitpic.com/1n92kr |
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10:36 pm
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wineTT:
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Wait... they said 7 p.m. @drinkchile #sbchile |
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10:38 pm
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vinobite:
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Setting up for the Chilean Sauv Blanc tasting. Perfect weather here--sultry and warm! #SBChile |
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10:38 pm
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winewithjameson:
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Nice setting for some Sauv Blanc from Chile, no? Is this really Seattle? #SBChile http://twitgoo.com/vgdh2 |
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10:42 pm
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wineTT:
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Can I get a witness -- what time is this thing? #sbchile |
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10:44 pm
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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@winesofchile I'm blocked from coming into the video room #SBChile |
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10:46 pm
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DrinkChile:
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@wineTT yes, we're starting at 7pm. We're doing a little testing/chatting about now. #SBChile |
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10:46 pm
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winewithjameson:
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RT @TheGoodWineGuru: @winesofchile I'm blocked from coming into the video room #SBChile They said 6:45 EST it will open up. |
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10:47 pm
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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@drinkchile I'm blocked from coming into the video room #SBChile |
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10:48 pm
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DrinkChile:
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We're opening it up momentarily. Just doing some final tests. #SBChile |
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10:49 pm
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DrinkChile:
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We're getting the room open now! Can't wait! #SBChile |
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10:49 pm
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winewithjameson:
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I guess I'll just sip on some wine while I wait for the chat to open. #SBChile |
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10:50 pm
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swirlsmellslurp:
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Opening up our bottles for the #SBChile tasting with @DrinkChile 8 different Sauvignon Blancs. Ooo la la. |
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10:51 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @swirlsmellslurp: Opening up our bottles for the #SBChile tasting with @DrinkChile 8 different Sauvignon Blancs. Ooo la la. |
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10:52 pm
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DrinkChile:
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The room is open now! Feel free to join when you are ready! #SBChile |
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10:52 pm
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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Into the room and ready to start tasting #SBChile |
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10:53 pm
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benitowine:
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#SBChile Whole lotta Sauvignon Blanc here at the casa... |
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10:54 pm
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winepeeps:
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Opening our bottles and getting ready to go. Looking forward to 8 Chilean Sauv Blancs. #SBChile |
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10:54 pm
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winewithjameson:
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This music for this intro is hypnotic. It's making me thirsty. #SBChile |
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10:54 pm
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nectarwine:
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Very cool intro on the #SBChile tasting web site |
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10:54 pm
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wineTT:
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Heard at tastling : I don't think I can ever tire of sauvignon blanc #sbchile |
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10:54 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @TheGoodWineGuru: Into the room and ready to start tasting #SBChile |
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10:54 pm
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DrinkChile:
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We're right there with you! RT @benitowine: #SBChile Whole lotta Sauvignon Blanc here at the casa... |
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10:55 pm
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winedanddined:
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Almost time to get this Wines of Chile Blogger Tasting Party started! #SBChile |
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10:56 pm
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winecellarva:
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is there a chat dialog box for Wines of Chile or rather can anybody see one? #sbchile |
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10:56 pm
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wineTT:
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Lovin' he dramatic music #sbchile |
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10:56 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Can't wait to hear what you think! RT @winedanddined: Almost time to get this Wines of Chile Blogger Tasting Party started! #SBChile |
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10:57 pm
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mmWine:
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About to start tweeting a lot of #wine information about Sauvignon Blanc from Chile! #SBChile |
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10:57 pm
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DrinkChile:
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@winecellarva There is a chat box on the video page, did you find it? #SBChile |
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10:58 pm
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swirlsmellslurp:
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Bottles open and sipping already #SBChile http://twitpic.com/1n9k5y Perfect Thursday afternoon activity. |
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10:58 pm
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suburbanwino:
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I have zero #SBChile in my possession. Big whoop, wanna fight about it? |
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10:58 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @swirlsmellslurp: Bottles open and sipping already #SBChile http://twitpic.com/1n9k5y Perfect Thursday afternoon activity. |
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10:59 pm
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swirlsmellslurp:
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Come over--we're stocked up! RT @suburbanwino: I have zero #SBChile in my possession. Big whoop, wanna fight about it? |
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10:59 pm
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DrinkChile:
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@suburbanwino No! We want to help you remedy that problem! #SBChile |
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11:00 pm
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wineTT:
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Woah. I thought I was in Loire, for a second -- no, it's Chile. #sbchile |
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11:00 pm
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HipsterEnology:
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Yes. See you behind the gym at recess. RT @suburbanwino I have zero #SBChile in my possession. Big whoop, wanna fight about it? |
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11:00 pm
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nectarwine:
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#SBChile is under way! |
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11:01 pm
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winepeeps:
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Here we go. Fred Dexheimer MS is our guide for the evening. #SBChile |
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11:01 pm
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nectarwine:
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Wow 51 bloggers for this #SBchile tasting tonight! Yowza |
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11:02 pm
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timlemke:
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Yay! #SBChile is starting. Wow-51 bloggers participating! |
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11:02 pm
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mmWine:
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Awesome - 51 wine bloggers involved in tonight's #SBCHile wine tasting - power of social media! |
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11:02 pm
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wineTT:
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How do you spell that? #sbchile |
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11:02 pm
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winepeeps:
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RT @nectarwine: Wow 51 bloggers for this #SBchile tasting tonight! Yowza |
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11:02 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Fred Dexheimer's twitter handle is @FredDexMS if you want to follow him for tons of info! #SBChile |
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11:03 pm
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vcuspoon:
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wines of chile #sbchile |
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11:03 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @timlemke: Yay! #SBChile is starting. Wow-51 bloggers participating! |
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11:03 pm
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beckysingson:
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Sauv blancs & ceviche with the master of cheap wine! #SBChile #fb |
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11:03 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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@DrinkChile Sauv Blanc tasting getting underway. Some of my fave summer wines and often at a great QPR! #SBChile |
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11:04 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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A whole lot of tasters! RT @winepeeps: RT @nectarwine: Wow 51 bloggers for this #SBchile tasting tonight! Yowza |
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11:06 pm
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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Can't wait to start pouring #SBChile |
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11:06 pm
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michellelentz:
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I barely made it in time for the tasting. I didn't get a chance to cool. :-) #sbchile |
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11:06 pm
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benitowine:
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#SBChile Audio just die for anyone else? |
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11:06 pm
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timlemke:
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Invited some friends over for #SBChile. @beckysingson made some awesome ceviche |
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11:06 pm
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winewithjameson:
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What is on the menu for everybody? Lots of seafood I hope! #SBChile |
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11:07 pm
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k2whino:
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Wow! My first virtual tasting. #sbchile. |
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11:07 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Welcome! RT @michellelentz: I barely made it in time for the tasting. I didn't get a chance to cool. :-) #sbchile |
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11:07 pm
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Sonadora:
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Eek, just here in time for #sbchile !! |
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11:07 pm
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k2whino:
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@michellelentz @timlemke What's up? #sbchile |
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11:07 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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tasting 5 regions from Chile today, apparently in 3 different styles. Looking forward to diving in! #SBChile |
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11:07 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Enjoying it with friends is the best way! RT @timlemke: Invited some friends over for #SBChile. @beckysingson made some awesome ceviche |
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11:08 pm
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ptmartinez:
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Live international #virtual wine tasting at Chateau d' Perry http://tweetphoto.com/22161990 #SBChile |
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11:08 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Hola winemakers! #SBChile |
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11:08 pm
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wineTT:
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Interesting breakdown of region's and styles., Mr. M.S. #sbchile |
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11:09 pm
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winepeeps:
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Virtually meeting the winemakers now. Hola! #SBChile |
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11:09 pm
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k2whino:
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@DrinkChile Hola to you and all the winemakers! #SBChile. |
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11:09 pm
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akennett:
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Wine tasting with #sbchile. Christian is cute!! http://twitpic.com/1n9nar |
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11:09 pm
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kevingerl:
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The Internet is a great thing bringing bloggers and winemakers together for a synchronized tasting #sbchile |
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11:09 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Great pic! Thanks! RT @ptmartinez: Live international #virtual wine tasting at Chateau d' Perry http://tweetphoto.com/22161990 #SBChile |
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11:10 pm
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winewithjameson:
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Interested to see unoaked vs. lees stirring vs. some oak aging on the the wines #SBChile |
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11:10 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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Lots of familiar faces amongst the winemakers for Wines of Chile III - good to taste with you all again! #SBChile |
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11:10 pm
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wineTT:
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Hola, Cecilia! #sbchile |
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11:10 pm
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k2whino:
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@kevingerl God bless Al Gore! #SBChile |
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11:11 pm
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DrinkChile:
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@k2whino Thanks! It sounds like it might be drinking time now! #SBChile |
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11:11 pm
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mmWine:
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Just opened the Veramonte Sauvignon Blanc $11 - fun fruity tropical nose, great soft tropical followed by lime finish #SBChile |
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11:11 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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Me too! RT @winewithjameson: Interested to see unoaked vs. lees stirring vs. some oak aging on the the wines #SBChile |
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11:11 pm
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swirlsmellslurp:
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Lots of Holas going on with the eight different winemakers in the #SBChile tasting...this is cool. @FredDexMS is doing a great job. |
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11:11 pm
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WineFoot:
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Doing a Live Tasting wirht now of Chilean Sauvignon Blanc! #SBChile #wine ##ff |
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11:12 pm
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demilove:
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I'm taking some SB to show and tell night tomorrow! #sbchile |
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11:12 pm
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k2whino:
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@timlemke @DrinkChile Wouldn't miss it! #SBChile |
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11:12 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @mmWine: Just opened the Veramonte Sauvignon Blanc $11 - fun fruity tropical nose, great soft tropical followed by lime finish #SBChile |
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11:12 pm
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swirlsmellslurp:
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This is fun, isn't it--our first virtual tasting. RT @k2whino: @DrinkChile Hola to you and all the winemakers! #SBChile. |
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11:13 pm
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swirlsmellslurp:
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The Veramonte winemaker is hunky. #SBChile Hubba, hubba. |
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11:13 pm
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mmWine:
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I uploaded a YouTube video -- Getting set for the #SBChile Wine Tasting with @DrinkChile http://youtu.be/dzPDGcnBDmU?a |
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11:13 pm
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mmWine:
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The Veramonte has nice fruit, it's crisp, good acidity. No herbal/grassy notes. for $11 it's a good value #SBChile |
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11:13 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Our winemakers certainly are attractive, aren't they? #SBChile |
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11:13 pm
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winepeeps:
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Time for tasting. First up: 2009 Veramonte Reserva, Casablanca Valley, $11. Fresh cut grass, lime, melon, hint of saltiness. #SBChile |
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11:13 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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@mmWine The Veramonte is a long time fave and if I recall @Sonadora as well! Nothing says summer to me like a glass of this one! #SBChile |
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11:13 pm
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AlyssaRapp:
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N.V. Veramonte Sauvignon Blanc Reserva 2009: http://tinyurl.com/25wsn9d #SBChile Classic Casablanca Valley SB- limestone and salt water ... |
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11:13 pm
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timlemke:
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Big wine tasting week, Chilean Sauvignon Blanc tonight with #SBChile and tomorrow I'm heading to the Brewer-Clifton tasting at Party Source |
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11:14 pm
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bottlereport:
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7 of us are participanting in the +Chile Wine Blogging tasting online #SBChile http://bit.ly/aUxlJu |
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11:14 pm
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lfroese:
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RT @DrinkChile: Our winemakers certainly are attractive, aren't they? #SBChile |
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11:14 pm
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nectarwine:
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Wow, the Veramonte has a beautiful aroma of citrus and minerality! #SBChile |
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11:14 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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oh vey, here we go with the hitting on the winemakers already #sbchile |
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11:14 pm
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wineTT:
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Just as I thought, Reserva is as meaningless as in the U.S. #sbchile |
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11:14 pm
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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First wine is popular #SBChile |
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11:14 pm
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Sonadora:
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@jasonswineblog Has long been one of my absolute favorites. #SBChile |
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11:15 pm
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DrinkChile:
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I think @FredDexMS needs some comments about his good looks! #SBChile |
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11:15 pm
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timlemke:
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I've been a fan of Veramonte SB for years. This one is good, but not as stellar as some previous vintages. #SBChile |
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11:15 pm
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mmWine:
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You cant rule out sauv blanc until you've tried a few different ones, @emjohnston - no two are the same :) #SBChile |
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11:15 pm
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wineTT:
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Veramonte S.B. lemongrass, kiwi/lime. tart mineral, bit of vanilla. Much like Loire #sbchile |
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11:15 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @nectarwine: Wow, the Veramonte has a beautiful aroma of citrus and minerality! #SBChile |
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11:16 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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@wineTT: Just as I thought, Reserva is as meaningless as in the U.S. #sbchile <-- those clever marketers! |
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11:16 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Any questions about the Veramonte? #SBChile |
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11:16 pm
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DrinkChile:
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@suburbanwino Next year we need you on this! Love the blog! #SBChile |
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11:16 pm
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vinobite:
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@jasonswineblog No worries I'm happily married. #SBChile |
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11:17 pm
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demilove:
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Tomorrow I will bring some sb to show and tell wine night! #sBchile |
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11:17 pm
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nectarwine:
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I'm impressed with the crispness the minerality of the Veramonte...a little effervescence #SBchile |
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11:17 pm
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mmWine:
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I have to check if the Veramonte is available at @Total_wine, @jasonswineblog it's a nice value driven white wine #SBChile |
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11:18 pm
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WineFoot:
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To me, the Veramonte Reserva tastes/smells a LOT like a typical Sauv blanc from Cali #SbChile |
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11:18 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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@vinobite I was just joking, it is a recurring theme. usually it waits until after 4 or 5 btls to come out... #SBChile |
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11:19 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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@mmWine Should be easy to hunt this one down! #SBChile |
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11:19 pm
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k2whino:
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Hard to taste wine with curious cats roaming across my tasting table. #SBChile. |
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11:19 pm
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palatepress:
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Just walked in. Sorry I'm late. What are we on? #SBChile |
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11:20 pm
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vinobite:
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@jasonswineblog Haha. Never done one of these before. #SBChile |
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11:20 pm
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DrinkChile:
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What does everyone think of the Ventisquero? #SBChile |
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11:21 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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@palatepress just started the Ventisquero #SBChile |
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11:21 pm
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winesofchile:
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Sauvignon Blanc blogger tasting is full gear. Follow the conversation #SBChile |
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11:21 pm
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swirlsmellslurp:
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Lees stirring on the Ventisquero Queulat. Completely different nose than the Veramonte. Intense: petrol, lots of minerals. #SBChile |
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11:22 pm
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mmWine:
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The Ventisquero Queulat Sauv Blanc 09 - $17 - nose a tad more green and mineral/chalk driven. there is orange blossom there too! #SBChile |
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11:22 pm
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winepeeps:
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Wine 2: 2009 Ventisquero Queulat, Casablanca Valley, $17. Lots of minerality, hint of citrus. #SBChile |
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11:22 pm
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nectarwine:
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RT @palatepress: Just walked in. Sorry I'm late. What are we on? #SBChile < wine #2 |
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11:22 pm
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hydrohottie84:
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RT @winesofchile - Sauvignon Blanc blogger tasting is full gear. Follow the conversation #SBChile |
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11:22 pm
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timlemke:
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I like the Ventisquero. Definite mineral characteristics. A slight green pepper aroma too. #SBChile |
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11:22 pm
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vinobite:
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Ventisquero is more complex and minerally than the fruity Veramonte #SBChile |
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11:23 pm
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ptmartinez:
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No @jkennett, that's just cheese. #SBChile |
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11:23 pm
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winewithjameson:
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I like what the lees-stirring on the Ventisquero. Adding richness. Interesting to contrast w/ the more bracing Vmonte #SBChile |
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11:23 pm
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mmWine:
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Ventisquero Queulat Sauv Blanc will benefit from 10 min of air #SBChile |
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11:23 pm
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DrinkChile:
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The Ventisquero sounds like a definite hit! #SBChile |
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11:24 pm
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michellelentz:
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Woohoo! Tweeting #sbchile on a borrowed iPad and in love. |
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11:24 pm
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vinegeek:
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Ventisquero Queulat SB 09 is more mineral-driven than the Veremonte. A vegetal hint on the nose. #SBChile |
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11:25 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Do you have a preference on screw cap vs. cork on SB? #SBChile |
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11:25 pm
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winewithjameson:
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Like to hear the cork vs. screwcap debate. #SBChile |
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11:26 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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screw cap on Sauv Blanc for me! RT @DrinkChile: Do you have a preference on screw cap vs. cork on SB? #SBChile |
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11:26 pm
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swirlsmellslurp:
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Really should have made ceviche for the #SBChile tasting. The Ventisquero is delicious: lots of herbs and wet stones and a richness. Lees. |
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11:27 pm
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winewithjameson:
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I love screwcaps. #SBChile |
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11:27 pm
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vinobite:
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@DrinkChile Definitely screw cap. SB is a fresh wine, most not meant for aging. #SBChile |
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11:27 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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RT @winewithjameson: like the lees-stirring on the Ventisquero. Adding richness. Interesting to contrast w/ more bracing Vmonte #SBChile |
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11:27 pm
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vinegeek:
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Having trouble keeping up. I need to drink, note, type, tweet faster! #SBChile |
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11:27 pm
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Sonadora:
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@winebratsf SOme stranger who is tasting lots of Sauvignon BLanc tonight #SBCHILE |
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11:28 pm
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WineFoot:
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RT @vinegeek: Having trouble keeping up. I need to drink, note, type, tweet faster! #SBChile - Same w/ me! LOL! |
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11:28 pm
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mmWine:
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I uploaded a YouTube video -- First #SBChile Selection from Veramonte http://youtu.be/Ztvi3qb3pZ4?a |
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11:28 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Don;t we all! RT @vinegeek: Having trouble keeping up. I need to drink, note, type, tweet faster! #SBChile |
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11:28 pm
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winepeeps:
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Wine 3: 2009 Undurraga T.H. (terroir hunter), Leyda Valley, $16. Loads of grapefruit, citrus, melon. Screaming acidity. #SBChile |
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11:28 pm
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k2whino:
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Wine #1: Veramonte Sauvignon Blanc - crisp, bracing acidity, nice citrus notes, hint of mineral at the end. #SBChile. |
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11:29 pm
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k2whino:
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Wine #2: Ventisquero SB - more mineral, a chlky character with some tart apple and dried herbs. #SBChile |
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11:29 pm
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WineFoot:
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Ya'll are killin' me here w/ the fast pace.. LOL! #SbChile |
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11:29 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @winepeeps:Wine 3: 2009 Undurraga T.H. (terroir hunter), Leyda Valley, $16.Loads of grapefruit, citrus, melon. Screaming acidity #SBChile |
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11:29 pm
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benitowine:
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@vinegeek You almost need a waiter and a secretary to keep everything organized. #SBChile |
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11:30 pm
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ptmartinez:
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Same here. RT @DrinkChile: Don;t we all! RT @vinegeek: Having trouble keeping up. I need to drink, note, type, tweet faster! #SBChile |
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11:30 pm
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nectarwine:
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Hmmm...the Underagga is very green pepper, and has some ammonia to it. Off balanced with acidity #SBchile |
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11:30 pm
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mmWine:
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Undurraga TH Sauv Blanc from Leyda Valley - Nose is ripe melon, mix of cantaloupe & honeydew. #SBChile $17 Palate is lean, acidic #SBChile |
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11:30 pm
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nectarwine:
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RT @vinegeek: Having trouble keeping up. I need to drink, note, type, tweet faster! #SBChile < I'm with you, I'll take notes later |
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11:30 pm
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DrinkChile:
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@benitowine @vinegeek We'll send them next year if we can fit them in the box! #SBChile |
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11:31 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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that's what I need! RT @benitowine: @vinegeek You almost need a waiter and a secretary to keep everything organized. #SBChile |
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11:31 pm
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winewithjameson:
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@WineFoot Yes, trying to drink, pour, chat, tweet. No time to cook until after! Do we get a bathroom break? #SBChile |
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11:31 pm
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timlemke:
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I love these blogger tastings, but it is sensory overload: tasting, tweeting, chat, web conference... I'm going to explode! #SBChile |
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11:31 pm
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WineFoot:
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The T.H. Sauv Blanc: Wow... the first white wine I can think of that gives me some "Forest floor" action.. LOVE IT! #SBChile |
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11:32 pm
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swirlsmellslurp:
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Chiles, honeydew melon, and a tequila shot with lime and salt: Undurraga TH #SBChile |
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11:32 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @WineFoot: The T.H. Sauv Blanc: Wow... the first white wine I can think of that gives me some "Forest floor" action.. LOVE IT! #SBChile |
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11:32 pm
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palatepress:
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RT @timlemke: I love these blogger tastings, but it is sensory overload: tasting, tweeting, chat, web conference... I'm going to explode! #SBChile |
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11:32 pm
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wineexpedition:
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Chilean Sauv Blanc rocks!!! thanks #SBChile |
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11:32 pm
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mmWine:
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The Undurraga is a tad "green onion" on the finish. I like it - but you have to want crisp, acidic & bracing Sauv Blanc #SBChile |
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11:32 pm
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nectarwine:
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RT @benitowine: @vinegeek You almost need a waiter and a secretary to keep everything organized. #SBChile < you don't have one? |
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11:33 pm
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wineTT:
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@timlemke You should be here with my pose! #sbchile |
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11:33 pm
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DrinkChile:
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@timlemke We'd just focus on the drinking then! Haha. #SBChile |
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11:33 pm
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k2whino:
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Jumping ahead to the Valdivieso Single Vineyard SB - all I can say is WHOA. #SBChile. |
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11:33 pm
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nectarwine:
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RT @swirlsmellslurp: Chiles, honeydew melon, and a tequila shot with lime and salt: Undurraga TH #SBChile < totally pegged it. |
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11:34 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @wineexpedition: Chilean Sauv Blanc rocks!!! thanks #SBChile |
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11:34 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @swirlsmellslurp: Chiles, honeydew melon, and a tequila shot with lime and salt: Undurraga TH #SBChile |
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11:34 pm
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AlyssaRapp:
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N.V. Undurraga T.H. Sauvignon Blanc 2009: http://tinyurl.com/2358xbj #SBChile Almost briney/algae/saltwater aromatics- which I love- mak... |
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11:35 pm
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mmWine:
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On May 29th in Ft Lauderdale our monthly Wine Tweetup will feature Wines From Chile #SBChile |
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11:35 pm
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DrinkChile:
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@k2whino hahaha. Shhh! #SBChile |
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11:35 pm
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michellelentz:
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Multitasking is failing me with watching, listening, tweeting, chat ... I'm with @timlemke ... #sbchile |
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11:35 pm
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wineTT:
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This guy looks Irish. #sbchile |
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11:35 pm
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mmWine:
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I uploaded a YouTube video -- Second #SBChile Selection from Ventisquero http://youtu.be/qWZsXVU0t7A?a |
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11:36 pm
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k2whino:
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WIld Fermentation is cool. #SBChile. |
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11:36 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @mmWine: I uploaded a YouTube video -- Second #SBChile Selection from Ventisquero http://youtu.be/qWZsXVU0t7A?a |
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11:36 pm
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mmWine:
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RT @nectarwine: RT @swirlsmellslurp: Chiles, honeydew melon, and a tequila shot with lime and salt: Undurraga TH #SBChile <totally pegged it |
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11:36 pm
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palatepress:
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As a Kiwi, do you find it difficult to make SB without a cat? #SBChile |
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11:37 pm
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DrinkChile:
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On to the Valdivieso! Anyone want a few seconds before the next one? #SBChile |
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11:37 pm
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nectarwine:
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Wholly Valdivieso nose is orange and herbs...very odd, difficult to place the smell #SBChile |
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11:37 pm
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MayaSommelier:
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Amayna Sauvignon Blanc!!!!! Excelent!!! RT @DrinkChile: RT @wineexpedition: Chilean Sauv Blanc rocks!!! thanks #SBChile |
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11:38 pm
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winepeeps:
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Wine 4: 2009 Valdivieso Single Vineyard Wild Fermented, Leyda Valley, $22. Very different, not my cup of tea. #SBChile |
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11:38 pm
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wineTT:
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Valdivieso may be a bum bottle -- sherry ... Anyone else? #sbchile |
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11:39 pm
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mmWine:
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Aww crap! I am probably double tweeting the youtube and 12seconds stuff - i need to fix that #SBChile |
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11:39 pm
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beckysingson:
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The non-wine experts in the room think the valdivieso smells like nail polish remover... #SBChile |
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11:39 pm
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vinegeek:
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I'm getting that too. Did we all get bum bottles? RT @wineTT: Valdivieso may be a bum bottle -- sherry ... Anyone else? #sbchile |
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11:39 pm
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jlvalenzuela:
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RT @winesofchile: Over 35 bloggers throughout the US following live our 3rd Wines of Chile blogger tasting, this time focusing on Sauvignon Blanc #sbchile. |
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11:40 pm
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nectarwine:
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We didn't all get bum bottles - I think it is the direction they went #SBchile |
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11:40 pm
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swirlsmellslurp:
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Whoa. Wild fermented Valdivieso #SBChile Sauv Blanc is incredibly unique almost like Madeira. Salty, macerated fruit, caramel. Bone dry. Luv |
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11:40 pm
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michellelentz:
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Wine # 4 has an interesting deep flavor to it. It's definitely growing on me. #sbchile |
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11:40 pm
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k2whino:
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Wine #4 - Valdivieso Wild Fermented SB 2009, crazy with maderized character, orange blossom and buttered toast. #SBChile. |
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11:41 pm
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swirlsmellslurp:
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Agree. Different style. We both really like it RT @nectarwine: We didn't all get bum bottles- I think it is the direction they went #SBchile |
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11:41 pm
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KentuckyNow:
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PARTY >> http://schmap.it/147Rda - Big wine tasting week, Chilean Sauvignon Blanc tonight with #SBChile and tomorrow I'm ... (via @timlemke) |
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11:41 pm
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mmWine:
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whomever said the Valdivieso has a nose of Sherry/Madiera was SPOT ON - this one i have to get my head around - nuts on the palate #SBChile |
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11:41 pm
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DrinkChile:
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On to the Santa Rita Medalla Real! #SBChile |
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11:42 pm
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WineFoot:
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I have never had "Carob chip" flavor on the back-end of a Sauvignon Blanc like I have on the Valdivieso #SBChile - not really a fan |
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11:42 pm
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timlemke:
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The Valdivieso smelled like bread yeast to me. Others here thought nail polish remover. We dumped. #SBChile |
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11:42 pm
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wineTT:
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OMG his name is Brett. #sbchile |
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11:42 pm
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winedanddined:
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Amazing virtual wine tasting being hosted by Wines of Chile right now. Technology paired w/ great wine is a wonderful thing. #SBChile |
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11:43 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @winedanddined: Amazing virtual wine tasting being hosted by WoC right now.Technology paired w/ great wine is a wonderful thing. #SBChile |
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11:43 pm
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mmWine:
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Santa Rita has a number of value brands founds in grocery stores here in FL- #SBChile |
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11:43 pm
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nectarwine:
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Santa rita comes across as grapefruit on the palate and green veggies on the nose...#SBchile |
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11:43 pm
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bottlereport:
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Our group so far liked #1 the best. Veramonte #SBChile |
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11:44 pm
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k2whino:
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Wine #5 - Santa RIta Medalla Real SB 2009 - some grapefruit, haricot vert, dried herbs and mineral. Kooky but good. #SBChile. |
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11:44 pm
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bottlereport:
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Veramonte had lots of citrus but not too tart. Nice nose #SBChile |
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11:44 pm
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vcuspoon:
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and another corked wine for me... #4 from Wines of Chiles #sbchile |
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11:45 pm
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LadiesLoveLV:
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RT @DrinkChile: RT @swirlsmellslurp: Chiles, honeydew melon, and a tequila shot with lime and salt: Undurraga TH #SBChile |
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11:45 pm
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bottlereport:
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Ventisquero was the second wine. Soft, not a traditional SB. Not much character to it. #SBChile |
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11:45 pm
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wineTT:
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Sauvignon Blanc SHOULD be green. French for Savage, right? #sbchile |
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11:45 pm
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mmWine:
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The Santa Rita Sauv Blanc has a nose that isn't tickling my toes - #SBChile |
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11:46 pm
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winepeeps:
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Wine 5: 2009 Santa Rita Medalla Real, Leyda Valley, $20. Grapefruit, grass, lemon, lime, very crisp. #SBChile |
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11:46 pm
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bottlereport:
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Undurraga was no. 3. Nice well rounded. Some pepper. Smooth. Really opened up after a few minutes #SBChile |
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11:46 pm
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mmWine:
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The Santa Rita is a lot of grapefruit, a ton of acid on the finish - i also get green notes - not loving it. #SBChile |
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11:46 pm
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AlyssaRapp:
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N.V. Santa Rita Medalla Real Sauvignon Blanc 2009: http://tinyurl.com/26ag2cx #SBChile I adore this Chilean SB. Much more lush, full, ro... |
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11:46 pm
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Sonadora:
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@vcuspoon I can't tell if that is the style or if all of us got corked bottles....the wild yeasts are funky... #4 #sbchile |
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11:46 pm
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k2whino:
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Wine #5 - Cono Sur Organic SB 2009 (jumping ahead as usual) - some lemon and melon, some white flower, a little juicy and soft. #SBChile. |
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11:47 pm
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nectarwine:
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The Santa Rita Medalla Real seems more focused in flavor than the others. More balanced finish #SBChile |
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11:47 pm
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bottlereport:
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Singe Vineyard Wild Fermented Sauvignon Blanc was in our opinion corked. Not fair to the wine to even rate it. #SBChile |
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11:47 pm
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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At bottle 5 things have gotten weird #SBChile |
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11:47 pm
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WineFoot:
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HOLY CRAP! TONS OF Tomato Vine on the Nose from this Santa Rita Medalla Sauv Blanc #SBChile |
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11:48 pm
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wineTT:
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"Why is my savignon blanc green?" Because you've been drinking Geyser Peak all your life. #sbchile |
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11:48 pm
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michellelentz:
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RT @k2whino: WIld Fermentation is cool. #SBChile. |
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11:48 pm
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WineFoot:
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In fact, this Santa Rita Sauv Blanc kicks more ass than Gary Coleman on Smack #SBChile |
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11:48 pm
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wineexpedition:
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#SBChile fav thus far? Me: Ventisquero! |
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11:48 pm
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bottlereport:
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No. 5 was theSanta Rita. Our tasters say Long finish, grapefruit flavor. Well balanced. Nice acidity but well balanced. #SBChile |
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11:48 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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@Sonadora @vcuspoon lots of talk that this style brought out that Sherry/Madiera #4 #sbchile |
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11:49 pm
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swirlsmellslurp:
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Copying our notes? RT @k2whino: Wine #5 Medalla Real SB 2009-some grapefruit, haricot vert, dried herbs + mineral. Kooky... #SBChile. |
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11:49 pm
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DrinkChile:
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And next up is the Cono Sur Organic SB 2009. #SBChile |
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11:50 pm
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michellelentz:
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Its like the Sauvignon blancs have kept getting weirder, er, more creative. #sbchile |
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11:50 pm
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bottlereport:
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The Cono Sur, Mark says it's the first organic wine he's ever had. #SBChile |
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11:50 pm
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timlemke:
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A couple people here are starting to chug their wine to keep up with the pace. #SBChile |
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11:50 pm
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vinegeek:
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Grapefruit all over this Santa Rita Medalla Real SB 09 #SBChile |
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11:50 pm
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winewithjameson:
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@wineexpedition All good except #4 #SBChile |
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11:50 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @bottlereport: The Cono Sur, Mark says it's the first organic wine he's ever had. #SBChile |
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11:50 pm
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WineFoot:
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This wine smells like a Grassified Creamsickle.. :) Cono Sur Sauv Blanc #SBChile |
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11:51 pm
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Sonadora:
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@timlemke It's moving so fast. I can barely get the next one open and poured before we move on! #SBChile |
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11:51 pm
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bottlereport:
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Cono Sur. Nice wine to enjoy sitting on the back porch. Simple, many people are suggesting wine pairings for it. Crisp. #SBChile |
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11:51 pm
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vinegeek:
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Cono Sur (organic) SB 09 explodes on my palate. Wow! #SBChile |
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11:51 pm
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carrieoliver:
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@WineFoot Based on UR wine tasting notes, I need to get U to one of my meat tastings, get U signed up to do guest tasting notes! #SBChile |
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11:51 pm
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bottlereport:
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Cono Sur Not as good asna food wine but great sitting around and enjoying wine #SBChile |
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11:51 pm
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mmWine:
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RT @DrinkChile: And next up is the Cono Sur Organic SB 2009. #SBChile |
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11:52 pm
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vinobite:
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Is the Cono Sur Organic Sav Blanc good or what? #SBChile |
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11:52 pm
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winepeeps:
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Wine 6: 2009 Cono Sur Organic, San Antonio Valley, $13. Tropical fruits, pineapple, minerality, crisp. #SBChile |
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11:52 pm
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kevingerl:
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Cono sur is fantastic example of traditional sauv blanc. I have liked this one before and 09 is still crisp and tasty #sbchile |
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11:53 pm
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swirlsmellslurp:
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Cono Sur Organic Sauv Blanc is softer, easier drinking than the last four. Juicy, lemon, pineapple, pina colda. #SBChile |
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11:53 pm
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nectarwine:
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RT @michellelentz: Its like the Sauvignon blancs have kept getting weirder, er, more creative. #sbchile < # 6 is more traditional |
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11:53 pm
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MOMmagRocks:
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Love santa rita wines! RT @mmWine: Santa Rita has a number of value brands founds in grocery stores here in FL- #SBChile |
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11:53 pm
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bottlereport:
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Cono Sur. Nice balance on the citrus flavors. Good Summer afternoon wine. #SBChile |
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11:53 pm
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nectarwine:
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@WineFoot dude you were quoted! #SBChile |
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11:53 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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RT @DrinkChile: And next up is the Cono Sur Organic SB 2009. #SBChile |
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11:53 pm
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vcuspoon:
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@Sonadora @jasonswineblog well, not sure about you guys but we all smelled cork - unmistakable :) #sbchile |
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11:53 pm
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demilove:
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Cono Sur really picking up flavor of my cinnamon roll _ #SBChile |
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11:54 pm
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k2whino:
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Jumping ahead to Wine #7, the Haras SB 2009 - a bit Bordeaux like. Lemon meringue, citrus parfait, fresh cut hay. Hey! #SBChile. |
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11:54 pm
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mmWine:
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The Cono Sur Sauv Blanc is abt $13 - organic - the palate has nice pineapple/citrus, a tiny hint of green, but nice overall. #SBChile |
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11:54 pm
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nectarwine:
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RT @vinegeek: Cono Sur (organic) SB 09 explodes on my palate. Wow! #SBChile < very good for only $13 - would buy this one! |
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11:54 pm
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bottlereport:
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A grassified creme cicle? Not so sure about. Don't taste the grass dude. #SBChile |
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11:54 pm
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AlyssaRapp:
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N.V. Cono Sur Organic Sauvignon Blanc 2009: http://tinyurl.com/2fmqsqp #SBChile I get a strange nicotine note on the nose of this wine. ... |
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11:54 pm
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beckysingson:
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This may or may not be true. RT @timlemke couple people here are starting to chug their wine to keep up with the pace. #SBChile |
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11:54 pm
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mmWine:
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Remember this from previous #sbchile events - I am using it. http://twitpic.com/1n9y9n |
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11:54 pm
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EricArnold:
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Cono Sur ($13) best wine of the tasting so far. Most balanced between fruit flavors, acidity. Pretty damn drinkable, fun wine #sbchile |
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11:54 pm
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bottlereport:
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Apple on the finish on Cono Sur? Yep. We agree. #SBChile We like this but as a cheap bastard I wish it was under $10 |
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11:55 pm
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mmWine:
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Green as in grassy, herbacious, maybe green onion RT @suzemuse: @mmWine what do you mean by "green" notes? #winenovice #SBChile |
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11:55 pm
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timlemke:
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.@kevingerl I agree. I'm liking the Cono Sur. This is a brand that delivers consistent good value. #SBChile |
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11:55 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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RT @nectarwine: RT @vinegeek: Cono Sur (organic) SB 09 explodes on my palate. Wow! #SBChile < very good for only $13 - would buy this one! |
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11:55 pm
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bottlereport:
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Light Sabre? #SBChile |
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11:56 pm
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wineTT:
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Como Sur is what I expect from an SB. clean, crisp, I like it. Winemaker shouldn't worry about what a Creamsickle is. #sbchile |
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11:56 pm
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michellelentz:
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Creamsicle? Gummi bear? Gee, the winemaker looked puzzled. ;) #sbchile |
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11:56 pm
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mmWine:
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I am a big fan of COno Sur wines - i've blogged them before - big fan #SBChile |
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11:56 pm
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wineTT:
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Put a creamsickle in Quincy, YEAH. #sbchile |
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11:57 pm
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winewithjameson:
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My feed is really choppy on the audio and video...keep having to log out and back in. #SBChile |
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11:57 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @wineTT: Como Sur is what I expect from an SB. clean, crisp, I like it. Winemaker shouldn't worry about what a Creamsickle is. #sbchile |
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11:57 pm
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k2whino:
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Wine #7, a little buzzed, with my gatos locos raising hell behind me. #SBChile. |
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11:57 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Anyone else? RT @winewithjameson: My feed is really choppy on the audio and video...keep having to log out and back in. #SBChile |
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11:57 pm
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beckysingson:
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chuckling about the creamsicile banter. Good Humor & Unilever are getting good PR at #SBChile. |
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11:57 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @mmWine: I am a big fan of COno Sur wines - i've blogged them before - big fan #SBChile |
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11:57 pm
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swirlsmellslurp:
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Middling...hot day by the pool wine. RT @jasonswineblog: RT @nectarwine: RT @vinegeek: Cono Sur organic explodes on my palate. Wow! #SBChile |
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11:58 pm
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WineFoot:
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I think that next time we taste white wines, that Wines of Chile should ship us all out some Chilean Sea Bass.. .just sayin'.. :) #SBChile |
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11:58 pm
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jasonswineblog:
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@DrinkChile my feed is good #SBChile |
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11:58 pm
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mmWine:
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Sauvignon Blanc & Goat Cheese = Laverne & Shirley ... discuss #SBChile |
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11:59 pm
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winewithjameson:
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I think I would have wanted to be wine #1 not #8, no? #SBChile |
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11:59 pm
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DrinkChile:
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@WineFoot Maybe we can hold the next one on a party boat, and we can catch some before the tasting. :) #SBChile |
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11:59 pm
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nectarwine:
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RT @WineFoot: next time we taste white wines, that Wines of Chile should ship us all out some Chilean Sea Bass #SBChile < agreed |
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11:59 pm
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personalwine:
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@vinegeek #SBChile sauv blanc binge fest? Sounds fun... hopefully mad cheese is involved. |
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May 13, 2010
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DrinkChile:
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I love that @FredDexMS is explaining what a prom is. Classic! #SBChile |
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wineTT:
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No lo puedo aguantar nada mas. #sbchile (Only kidding, I can!) Great fun. #sbchile |
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k2whino:
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@mmWine As long as we aren't talking about Squiggy's hair. #SBChile. |
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michellelentz:
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Feel like we're speeding through #sbchile at breakneck speed. May wreck soon. |
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12:01 am
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beckysingson:
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Hahaha explaining prom to our south American friends. This is unreal. #SBChile |
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12:01 am
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k2whino:
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@michellelentz I'm already in the ditch. Send help. #SBChile. |
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12:01 am
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wineTT:
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Haras -- we have a winner! #sbchile |
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12:01 am
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DrinkChile:
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From all that skipping ahead! Haha. RT @k2whino: @michellelentz I'm already in the ditch. Send help. #SBChile. |
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12:02 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @beckysingson: Hahaha explaining prom to our south American friends. This is unreal. #SBChile |
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12:02 am
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bottlereport:
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Yes we can hear you. #SBChile |
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12:02 am
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WineFoot:
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The Nose on this reminds me of going thru a wet forest - ferns and nettle plants abound. - Haras Sauv Blanc #SBChile |
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12:02 am
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winedanddined:
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@DrinkChile we can hear, but i can't see anything on the screen #sbchile |
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12:03 am
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winepeeps:
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Wine 7: 2009 Haras de Pirque Haras Estate, Maipo Valley, $12. Petrol, minerality, faint citrus notes. #SBChile |
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12:03 am
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k2whino:
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Jumping up to Wine #8 - The Casa Silva Cool Climate SB 2009 - I feel like someone packed us a New Zealand SB. #SBChile. |
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12:03 am
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winedanddined:
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@DrinkChile screen came back, nevermind. #sbchile |
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12:03 am
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DrinkChile:
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Haras de Pirque 2009 is the wine now. #SBChile |
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12:03 am
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mmWine:
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Ok - strapping in for the Haras Sauv Blanc - the other bloggers say it's rockin your socks off - #SBChile |
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12:04 am
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palatepress:
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Varietally correct. That's a good start. #SBChile |
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12:04 am
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vinegeek:
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@swirlsmellslurp Agree with you about the Cono Sur being a poolside wine. (Not a backhanded comment for me.) #SBChile |
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12:04 am
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swirlsmellslurp:
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Okay, maybe should have spit. the #SBChile tasting was (is) great. Off to SLS for Spanish wine. So international. |
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12:05 am
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palatepress:
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Good fruit, very nice mouth feel, and manages a hint of gooseberry without going all the way to litterbox. Nice. #SBChile |
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12:05 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @mmWine: Ok - strapping in for the Haras Sauv Blanc - the other bloggers say it's rockin your socks off - #SBChile |
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12:05 am
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timlemke:
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@winepeeps I agree, except with "faint" the grapefruit is punching me in the mouth #SBChile |
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12:05 am
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vinobite:
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Wow--love the Haras de Pirque sauv blanc. Elegant, understated, like a great little black dress! #SBChile |
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12:05 am
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bottlereport:
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I won Xplorador's Chile WIne Trip but didn't get to go cuz of earthquake. I wish I could go w/ Dennis and report on the recovery. #SBChile |
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12:05 am
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winewithjameson:
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@michellelentz Yeah, it's only 5pm in Seattle. This is my happy hour! #SBChile |
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12:05 am
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DrinkChile:
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@swirlsmellslurp Thanks for tasting with us! #SBChile |
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12:05 am
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michellelentz:
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Subtle flavors that sneak up on you in the Haras. Minerals. I think it's my favorite! #sbchile |
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12:05 am
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AlyssaRapp:
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N.V. Haras Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2009: http://tinyurl.com/26xeklh #SBChile High altitude SB (Maipo Vally) richer limestone (reminiscent... |
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12:06 am
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EricArnold:
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Haras de Pirque very smooth and round for #SBChile. Nice and easy-drinking, if lacking distinctiveness. But I'd drink it, definitely |
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12:06 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @michellelentz: Subtle flavors that sneak up on you in the Haras. Minerals. I think it's my favorite! #sbchile |
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12:06 am
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mmWine:
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Haras Sauv Blanc from Chile - #SBChile i think this one has the starkest palate - there's citrus, grapefruit, nice acidity, crisp |
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12:06 am
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bottlereport:
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Haras de Pirque Haras Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2009 has a little spice to it. Very nice. #SBChile |
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12:07 am
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Sonadora:
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So much wine, so little time! #SBCHILE |
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12:07 am
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nectarwine:
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Haras has more tropical flower on the nose, mild fruit, very tight - palate is citrus and more American SB #SBChile |
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12:08 am
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demilove:
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#7 Pirque - def. strong enough body to hold up to hard parm cheese #Sbchile |
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12:08 am
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bottlereport:
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Okay. Horse Manure questions. Get back to the tasting. #SBChile |
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12:08 am
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k2whino:
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Casa Silva Cool Climate SB 2009 - really tasty, like a Pouilly Fume, all melon-y and grapefruit. Some guava too. Very nice. #SBChile. |
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12:08 am
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DrinkChile:
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Too fast? RT @Sonadora: So much wine, so little time! #SBCHILE |
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12:08 am
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k2whino:
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Thank you all and good night! #SBChile. |
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12:08 am
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wineTT:
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Why is this in a burgundy bottle? #sbchile |
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12:09 am
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mmWine:
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There is some RIPPING acidity on the Haras Sauv blanc - i personally love it, but bring food! #SBChile |
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12:09 am
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michellelentz:
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As susceptible as I am to suggestion, I do NOT get bell pepper in this wine. Hmm ... #sbchile |
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12:10 am
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Sonadora:
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@DrinkChile I think just a touch, it's slowed down nicely now, but was too quick for the first 5. #SBCHILE |
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12:10 am
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vcuspoon:
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RT @DrinkChile: Too fast? RT @Sonadora: So much wine, so little time! #SBCHILE <yes a bit too fast, but fun, educational none the less |
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12:10 am
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wineTT:
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Got It, Ally Sheady Breakfast Club. #sbchile |
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12:11 am
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demilove:
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Good evening @AlyssaRapp! I am enjoying your gift of wines! (saving the best for another year or two #SBChile |
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12:11 am
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vinegeek:
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The Haras de Pirque SB 09 (Maipo Valley) seems the most Loire-like to me. Great balance. Nice one. #SBChile |
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12:11 am
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mmWine:
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i would certainly want some cheese or food with the Haras - but i really like the acidity - #SBChile |
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12:11 am
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DrinkChile:
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@Sonadora Okay, good! We have a lot to cover, but don't want to rush anything! :) #SBChile |
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12:13 am
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winewithjameson:
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@michellelentz You are right on about how the power of suggestion in wine reviews/comments skews what we taste. Dare we disagree? #SBChile |
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12:13 am
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DrinkChile:
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@vcuspoon Fun is the most important! (well, I guess educational is probably more so, nah, we'll go with fun!) #SBChile |
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12:14 am
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nectarwine:
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I find it very cool that @DrinkChile sees value in engaging 51 bloggers to spread the word about #SBChile |
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12:14 am
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DrinkChile:
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Casa Silva Cool Coast SB 2009 is our next and last wine! #SBChile |
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12:14 am
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DrinkChile:
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We love you guys! RT @nectarwine: I find it very cool that @DrinkChile sees value in engaging 51 bloggers to spread the word about #SBChile |
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12:14 am
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dsems:
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Good Wines, had these in Costa Rica RT @EricArnold: Cono Sur ($13) best wine of the tasting so far...#sbchile |
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12:14 am
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wineTT:
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Casa Silva -- I smell honey nut cherrios. #sbchile |
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12:15 am
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mmWine:
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I wont lie - it's impossible to take notes @ this pace - blogging this will be tough #SBChile |
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12:15 am
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wineTT:
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I like the screwcaps.. just sayin' #sbchile |
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12:16 am
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michellelentz:
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I agree. Nxt time shld be slower > RT @mmWine: I wont lie - it's impossible to take notes @ this pace - blogging this will be tough #SBChile |
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12:16 am
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mmWine:
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Casa Silva nose has some major funk on the nose. Like the scent of being outside after a long run #SBChile |
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12:16 am
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nectarwine:
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General sense 7 of the 8 #SBChile wines are very citrus and mineral. 3 stand outs IMO |
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12:17 am
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vinobite:
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Getting black pepper in the Casa Silva sauv blanc. Interesting! #SBChile |
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12:17 am
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mmWine:
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Screwcaps have been shown to age wines WELL for 10+ yrs in recent study RT @wineTT: I like the screwcaps.. just sayin' #sbchile |
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12:17 am
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winepeeps:
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Wine 8: 2009 Casa Silva Cool Coast, Paredones Estate, Colchagua Valley, $23. Grapefruit, lime, pineapple, toasted nuts, very crisp. #SBChile |
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12:17 am
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AlyssaRapp:
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N.V. Casa Silva Cool Coast Sauvignon Blanc 2009: http://tinyurl.com/2cvc6sl #SBChile Almost slight effervescence on the entry- a little ... |
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12:18 am
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mmWine:
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Ok - the general consensus is that the Cassa Silva Sauv Blanc Cool Coast Nose is WAY diff than palate in a MAJOR GOOD WAY #SBChile |
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12:18 am
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wineTT:
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Return to the basics with Casa Silva, but white pepper. Finishes like a GV. Seafood! #sbchile |
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12:19 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @mmWine: Ok - general consensus is that the Cassa Silva Sauv Blanc Cool Coast Nose is WAY diff than palate in a MAJOR GOOD WAY #SBChile |
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12:19 am
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timlemke:
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I'm liking the Casa Silva. Citrus explosion. It also has an almost frizzante mouth feel. #SBChile |
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12:20 am
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wineTT:
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Read your spec sheets b4 asking obvious question. #sbchile |
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12:20 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @timlemke: I'm liking the Casa Silva. Citrus explosion. It also has an almost frizzante mouth feel. #SBChile |
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12:21 am
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bottlereport:
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Casa Silva Cool Coast Sauvignon Blanc good but bit of whiplash on price. Nice but not at that price. Hint of vinegar at finish #SBChile |
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12:21 am
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mmWine:
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On The Casa Silva we get a palate of lemon zest and orange zest - it's really good. the nose is WAY diff than palate. $23 #SBChile |
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12:21 am
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wineTT:
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Funny. Loire is trying to make new world style wines, new world looking back to Loire. #sbchile |
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12:22 am
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bottlereport:
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Casa Silva Cool Coast Sauvignon Blanc is better when eaten with food. Kinda growing on us. Had some terriyaki chicken. Nice #SBChile |
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12:23 am
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wineTT:
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$24? Is this guys still pricing off Sancerre? #sbchile |
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12:24 am
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mmWine:
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I have to say tonight was a great tour of Chile. We had 8 Sauvignon Blanc wines, ALL diff styles, something for every preference #SBChile |
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12:24 am
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beckysingson:
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Veramonte & Ventisquero are my faves. Oh, and the Chilean accents. ;) #SBChile |
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12:24 am
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kevingerl:
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@DrinkChile well done tasting. 8 wines in 90 minutes is a well moderated event. #sbchile |
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12:25 am
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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Had a great time tonight #SBChile |
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12:25 am
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winewithjameson:
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@wineTT Love the Sancerre comment #SBChile |
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12:25 am
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winepeeps:
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Thanks to @DrinkChile @FredDexMS and the winemakers for a great tasting! #SBChile |
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12:25 am
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DrinkChile:
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Thanks! And thanks for taking part! RT @kevingerl: @DrinkChile well done tasting. 8 wines in 90 minutes is a well moderated event. #sbchile |
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12:26 am
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jasonswineblog:
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Thanks indeed! RT @winepeeps: Thanks to @DrinkChile @FredDexMS and the winemakers for a great tasting! #SBChile |
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12:26 am
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wineTT:
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What diversity! Wow! #sbchile |
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12:26 am
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wineTT:
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Winemakers dread this stuff. Thank you all! #sbchile |
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12:28 am
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DrinkChile:
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@wineTT Thank you! And I think they had fun....hopefully! #SBChile |
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12:28 am
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vinegeek:
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At least 4 of the 8 wines tonight were ones I'd buy again or recommend. That's a damn good ratio I think. #SBChile |
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12:28 am
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winepeeps:
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My fav of the evening: 2009 Undurraga T.H. I look forward to trying it with food now. #SBChile |
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12:28 am
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timlemke:
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Veramonte & Ventisquero are crowd favorites here. I like the Casa Silva and Cono Sur too. #SBChile |
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12:28 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @winepeeps: My fav of the evening: 2009 Undurraga T.H. I look forward to trying it with food now. #SBChile |
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12:28 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @vinegeek: At least 4 of the 8 wines tonight were ones I'd buy again or recommend. That's a damn good ratio I think. #SBChile |
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12:28 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @timlemke: Veramonte & Ventisquero are crowd favorites here. I like the Casa Silva and Cono Sur too. #SBChile |
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12:28 am
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vcuspoon:
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great Wines of Chile tasting tonight #5 and #3 were the favorites among our group #sbchile @DrinkChile |
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12:29 am
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Bootdailycom:
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It is a great selection - but was tasted thru way too quickly IMO :) #SBChile |
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12:29 am
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DrinkChile:
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Thanks folks! And if you write about any of the wines featured tonight, let us know and we'll tweet about it! #SBChile |
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12:29 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @vcuspoon: great Wines of Chile tasting tonight #5 and #3 were the favorites among our group #sbchile @DrinkChile |
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12:29 am
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wineTT:
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The only thing as good as Chile whites are Chilean REDS! #sbchile |
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12:30 am
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bottlereport:
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Here's our take. Veramonte (1 vote for Haras de Pirque ) No. 1, no. 2 tie on Santa Rita, Casa Silva, Cono Sur and Haras de Pirque #SBChile |
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12:30 am
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Sonadora:
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Wines of Chile tastings are always fun. Great selection of Sauvignon Blancs. Want to go back and retaste! #SBCHILE |
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12:30 am
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mmWine:
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Thank you all for putting up with my #wine tweets tonight. Tasting 8 Sauvignon Blanc's from Chile helps me help you! #SBChile |
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12:30 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @Sonadora: Wines of Chile tastings are always fun. Great selection of Sauvignon Blancs. Want to go back and retaste! #SBCHILE |
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12:31 am
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vinobite:
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Can't decide on a favorite, but I liked the Veramonte, Ventisquero, Cono Sur, and Haras de Pirque a lot. #SBChile |
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12:31 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @bottlereport: Veramonte (1 vote for Haras de Pirque ) No. 1, no. 2 tie on Santa Rita, Casa Silva, Cono Sur and Haras de Pirque #SBChile |
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12:31 am
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wineTT:
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Crowd favorites -- 1, 7, 6, 3 #sbchile |
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12:31 am
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Bootdailycom:
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The Casa Silva Sauv Blanc has so much lemon in it that I'm licking the Zest from my lips! :) #SBChile #wine #ff |
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12:31 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @vinobite: Can't decide on a favorite, but I liked the Veramonte, Ventisquero, Cono Sur, and Haras de Pirque a lot. #SBChile |
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12:31 am
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kevingerl:
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#4 is the outlier in this tasting. Very different and not like the others. Would have never guessed sb as the varietal on that one #sbchile |
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12:31 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @wineTT: Crowd favorites -- 1, 7, 6, 3 #sbchile |
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12:32 am
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winepeeps:
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Agreed, us too. 3 then 5. RT @vcuspoon: great Wines of Chile tasting tonight #5 & #3 were the favorites among our group #sbchile @DrinkChile |
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12:32 am
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mmWine:
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I still say - Sauv Blanc and Goat Cheese = Nirvana #SBChile |
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12:33 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @winepeeps: Agreed, us too. 3 then 5. #sbchile |
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12:33 am
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atlantawineguy:
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disappointed I'm not part of #SBchile |
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12:33 am
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michellelentz:
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.@kevingerl & I like 1, 6. & 7 best. I really like #7, the Haras. #sbchile |
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12:33 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @mmWine: I still say - Sauv Blanc and Goat Cheese = Nirvana #SBChile |
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12:33 am
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WineFoot:
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RT @nectarwine: @WineFoot dude you were quoted! #SBChile <-- :) |
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12:33 am
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DrinkChile:
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@atlantawineguy We're sorry! Raincheck? #SBChile |
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12:34 am
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vinobite:
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Tasting the olive oils now with chunks of bread. They're light, grassy, fresh, and herbal, just like most of the wines. #SBChile |
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12:34 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @michellelentz: .@kevingerl & I like 1, 6. & 7 best. I really like #7, the Haras. #sbchile |
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12:36 am
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lovewineNZ:
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RT @mmWine: I still say - Sauv Blanc and Goat Cheese = Nirvana #SBChile |
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12:36 am
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lovewinebird:
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RT @mmWine: I still say - Sauv Blanc and Goat Cheese = Nirvana #SBChile |
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12:36 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @vinobite:Tasting the olive oils now with chunks of bread. They're light, grassy, fresh, and herbal, just like most of the wines.#SBChile |
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12:37 am
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selenawrites:
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My internet's down but I'm having a virtual @winesofchile #sbchile tasting w/ @libationdiaries! Summery sauv blanc yum |
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12:37 am
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wineTT:
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I still think Haras killed in this tasting -- unique reflection of Chile terrior. A more rounded finish -- perfect. #sbchile |
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12:37 am
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vinegeek:
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At this moment I'm picking Valdivieso Wild Fermented Leyda Valley as my fave, but reserving right to change when I taste back thru #SBChile |
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12:37 am
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DrinkChile:
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@selenawrites Can we come? #SBChile |
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12:38 am
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mmWine:
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BTW - I'd like all of the bloggers in the #SBChile event to email me or tweet me their blogs matt@ mmwine.me please!! |
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12:39 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @vinegeek:This moment I'm picking Valdivieso Wild Ferm Leyda Val as my fave,but reserving right to change when I taste back thru #SBChile |
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12:39 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @wineTT: I still think Haras killed in this tasting -- unique reflection of Chile terrior. A more rounded finish -- perfect. #sbchile |
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12:40 am
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WineFoot:
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RT @wineTT: I still think Haras killed in this tasting -- A more rounded finish -- perfect. #sbchile <- that and the Santa Rita.. :) |
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12:40 am
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vinegeek:
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2nd best 4 me RT @wineTT I think Haras killed in this tasting - unique reflection of Chile terrior. A more rounded finish - perfect #sbchile |
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12:41 am
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wineTT:
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En la futura., we should have better sound and setting. Couldn't they put these folks in a winery instead of Red Roof? #sbchile |
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12:41 am
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nectarwine:
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In honor of my friend @tishwine - all the #SBchile tasted tonight have between 13%-14% ABV (most listed as 13.5%abv) |
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12:41 am
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timlemke:
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Cono Sur is the first bottle emptied. I guess that means people like it. #SBChile |
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12:43 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @timlemke: Cono Sur is the first bottle emptied. I guess that means people like it. #SBChile |
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12:43 am
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mmWine:
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I agree Tim, HUGE fan RT @timlemke: Cono Sur is the first bottle emptied. I guess that means people like it. #SBChile |
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12:43 am
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wineTT:
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Santa Rita getting better with time.. #sbchile |
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12:45 am
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wineTT:
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Dude, Valdivieso is flawed. Period. Wild Yeast is Russian Roulette. #sbchile |
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12:45 am
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EnofilosLounge:
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#wine RT @DrinkChile: RT @timlemke: Veramonte & Ventisquero are crowd favorites here. I like the Casa Silva and Cono Sur too. #SBChile |
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12:45 am
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winewithjameson:
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RT @wineTT: Dude, Valdivieso is flawed. Period. Wild Yeast is Russian Roulette. #sbchile Amen. |
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12:47 am
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bottlereport:
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We are now switching to Veramonte Cabernet Sauvingon 2001. We've had too many whites for one evening. Hey. we're sticking w/ chile #SBChile |
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12:47 am
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demilove:
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who wants some lamb kabab? try it with #3 underbaga #SbChile |
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12:49 am
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vinegeek:
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Me me me! RT @demilove: who wants some lamb kabab? try it with #3 underbaga #SbChile |
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12:51 am
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demilove:
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Do you think Chile Sb will have a profile as distinct as say, new zealand? #SBChile |
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12:52 am
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mmWine:
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Yeah - i agree -chile offers great value and is really coming into it's own as a constant quality producer #SBChile |
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12:52 am
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DrinkChile:
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RT @mmWine: Yeah - i agree -chile offers great value and is really coming into it's own as a constant quality producer #SBChile |
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12:53 am
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bottlereport:
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Great tasting. Do some more. Mucho Gusto. Thank you for the opportunity. We are surprised that Chile has so many great whites #SBChile |
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12:53 am
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vinegeek:
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Oops, I misread my labels - my fave was the Casa Silva Cool Coast SB Paredones Estate (not the Valdivieso!) #SBChile |
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12:54 am
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paulrickett:
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@demilove Chile has many different regions each w/own style - some are like NZ, some like Loire. Still evolving #SBChile |
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12:54 am
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jkennett:
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#2 & #6 were ours
great Wines of Chile tasting tonight #5 and #3 were the favorites among our group #sbchile @DrinkChile /via @vcuspoon |
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12:56 am
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wineTT:
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Chilean S.B. will always be a moderation between Old World and New Zealand -- which is fine by me! @demilove #sbchile |
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12:57 am
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wineexpedition:
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#SBChile #2 and #8 are the favs!! |
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12:58 am
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mmWine:
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@cork_dork ohh, i havent had a sparkler from Cono Sur yet - i will have to look for it #NapaValley #SBChile |
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12:58 am
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nectarwine:
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This is my night #sbchile ... Tough life but someone has to do it. http://tweetphoto.com/22173561 |
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12:58 am
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vinegeek:
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Best value of the tasting for me is Haras de Pirque. Good luck finding another SB with that balance and elegance for $12. #SBChile |
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1:00 am
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wineTT:
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@vinegeek Wow. Didn't notice Haras was only $!2. What a deal vs. the $24 entres. #sbchile |
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1:01 am
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mmWine:
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@vinegeek i agree the Haras was nice - but i still think the Veramonte #1 - was the best value - maybe it's a bit rounder #SBChile |
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1:01 am
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DivaTink:
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RT @nectarwine: This is my night #sbchile ... Tough life but someone has to do it. http://tweetphoto.com/22173561 ~> You go man! |
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1:03 am
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WineFoot:
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It's such a difficult task to taste thru 8 diff bottles of Chilean #wine #SbChile .. .:/ |
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1:03 am
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wineTT:
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@mmWine I don't disagree. Haras with a better finish would be just about perfect. But it finishes too fast. #sbchile |
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1:06 am
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mmWine:
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People dont realize it's NOT easy RT @WineFoot: It's such a difficult task to taste thru 8 diff bottles of Chilean #wine #SbChile .. .:/ |
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1:07 am
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bottlereport:
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Might I add that we never received the recipes in our tasting kit. We might have made some of them #SBChile |
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1:09 am
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nectarwine:
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Tonight was #SBchile! Tomorrow is #TasteTexas! Monday is #TTMI and June 3 is #WAWine - are you signed up http://wawine.eventbrite.com ? |
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1:13 am
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bottlereport:
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Now drinking Chilean Los Vascos 2000 Cab. Over the hill. Original $8.99 My kind of wine. Should have drunk 5 years ago. good fruit #SBChile |
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1:17 am
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vinotology:
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RT @nectarwine: 2night was #SBchile! Tomorrow is #TasteTexas! Monday is #TTMI & June 3 is #WAWine - are you signed up http://bit.ly/9ilNBA ? |
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1:21 am
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SipwithMe:
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RT @nectarwine: Tonight was #SBchile! Tomorrow is #TasteTexas! Monday is #TTMI and June 3 is #WAWine - are you signed up http://wawine.eventbrite.com ? |
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1:37 am
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mmWine:
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I want to thank @FredDexMS for moderating our #SBChile event. I've done it with 3 live streaming 2+ hour dinner parties - it's NOT easy. |
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1:41 am
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HHonwine:
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@paulrickett At @winesofchile symposium yesterday it seemed #SBChile expressed regional terroir well while Cab Sauvs more winemaker driven. |
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1:53 am
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mmWine:
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Did I mention that in June I'll have a new wine tasting space that can hold up to 15 people. events like #SBChile will be held there |
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2:03 am
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FredDexMS:
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#sbchile Winemakers, Bloggers and WOC... Thank you so much for a G8 tasting of Chile's Sauv Blancs tonight! See u in fall for Red Blends! |
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2:06 am
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mmmcheeseplease:
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Yay - @culturedpetone we have fresh goat, goat cam. & cheshire mmm RT @mmWine: I still say - Sauv Blanc and Goat Cheese = Nirvana #SBChile |
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2:11 am
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FredDexMS:
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RT @mmWine: I want to thank @FredDexMS for moderating our #SBChile event. I've done it with 3 live streaming 2+ hour dinner parties - it's NOT easy. |
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2:13 am
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mmWine:
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So The Daily Sip fr bottlenotes sent newsletter about #SBChile today. listed Veramonte as a top pick. Los Vascos too. I dont agree w/ others |
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2:20 am
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mmWine:
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Robin is on the porch with 2 girlfriends drinking all of my left over Chilean Sauvignon Blanc #SBCHile |
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2:23 am
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demilove:
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@FredDexMs - WHAT ? ? ? chile makes red wines too ? ? ? #SBChile |
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2:26 am
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mmWine:
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I went back to the #SBChile #4 Valdivieso - i get the apples -but it reminds me of a Malmsy Madiera more and more. It's aired out for 30+ |
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3:01 am
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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Had a great time with @jKennett @ akennett @knownhuman @ptMartinez and @melrv #SBChile |
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3:02 am
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nectarwine:
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@mmWine Matt, loved your insight during tonight's #SBChile tasting! Very cool |
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3:03 am
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mmWine:
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@nectarwine Thanks Josh! I appreciate what you added during the #SBChile event. It's hard to keep up sometimes. 50+ bloggers, awesome! |
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3:36 am
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AlyssaRapp:
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#SBChile RT @thedailysip The Daily Sip - Five Chilean Sauvignon Blanc Stars http://bit.ly/acdHaO |
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4:11 am
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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The wife just finished the last of the wine #SBChile |
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4:12 am
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BerylliumBlonde:
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Yup and the last of the oyster crackers. Nom noms RT @TheGoodWineGuru The wife just finished the last of the wine #SBChile |
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5:35 am
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nectarwine:
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Goodnight - looking forward to tomorrow's guest blog and the #SBChile recap post! |
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11:00 am
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ptmartinez:
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@TheGoodWineGuru Same here. It was awesome! @jKennett @knownhuman @melrv #SBChile |
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12:22 pm
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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Looking at my notes from last night and realizing that my post on #SBChile is probably not getting done today....hopefully tomorrow |
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12:27 pm
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TheGoodWineGuru:
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The problem with having @DrinkChile events on a Wednesday is having to go work the next day. #SBChile |
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12:42 pm
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k2whino:
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Feeling hungover from #SBChile last night. The blurring of the chat room speak rushed me to drunkenness. |
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1:49 pm
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DrinkChile:
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Thanks to everyone who made the #SBChile blogger tasting amazing last night! Great bloggers, winemakers, and @FredDexMS! You made it great! |
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1:51 pm
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DrinkChile:
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RT @mmWine: I want to thank @FredDexMS for moderating our #SBChile event. I've done it with 3 streaming 2+ hour parties - it's NOT easy. |
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6:28 pm
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sononano:
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RT @bottlereport: Now drinking Chilean Los Vascos 2000 Cab. Over the hill. Original $8.99 My kind of wine. Should have drunk 5 years ago. good fruit #SBChile |
