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quote: Originally posted by Vino Me: Here is the 2007 list.
Very fond memories, of both people met & wines consumed. Especially the '97 Siro Pacenti and the '91 Kathryn Kennedy. Those two wines still get talked about! |
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| Posts: 7177 | Location: Montreal, QC | Registered: Feb 17, 2007 | |
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quote: Originally posted by KSC02: quote: Originally posted by Vino Me: Here is the 2007 list.
Very fond memories, of both people met & wines consumed. Especially the '97 Siro Pacenti and the '91 Kathryn Kennedy. Those two wines still get talked about!
 
-IB
"Wine only turns into alcohol if you let it sit."---Lindsay Bluth
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| Posts: 6219 | Location: Naptown | Registered: Nov 24, 2006 | |
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quote: Originally posted by KSC02: quote: Originally posted by indybob:
 Forgot about that, IB. Be sure to get there on time, this year, eh? 
We may pitch a tent on the lawn Friday night!
-IB
"Wine only turns into alcohol if you let it sit."---Lindsay Bluth
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| Posts: 6219 | Location: Naptown | Registered: Nov 24, 2006 | |
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quote: Originally posted by DoktaP: quote: Mr. and Mrs. Otis have to be the most generous people I've ever met." More truth has never been spoken.
Ditto
I have to concur as well. It's not just the generosity of providing all that wine, it's the unequalled hospitality of opening up their home to a bunch of strangers (though I guess every year fewer of the participants are actually strangers any more), some of whom might drink just a wee bit too much and perhaps even cause a bit of a mess-- well, it is just a selfless act to put on a party of this magnitude. Serious kudos to the otisabduls!
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| Posts: 6489 | Location: Vancouver, BC | Registered: Oct 17, 2001 | |
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Where the hell have I been? Almost missed this- yikes! I still have fond daydreams of the 1997 Siro Pacenti and all the great company. Otis, please put us on the waiting list. Primordealsoup (2) A comment on hotels: In 2007, my wife and I stayed at the nearby Northbrook Renaissance and they were kind enough to provide a shuttle directly to Otis' house. I am sure they would still provide this service. As for the return trip, well, your on your own (and may you not go it alone).
"The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return."
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It'll (hopefully) be nice to see you and Mrs. Primordealsoup.
-IB
"Wine only turns into alcohol if you let it sit."---Lindsay Bluth
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| Posts: 6219 | Location: Naptown | Registered: Nov 24, 2006 | |
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quote: Originally posted by indybob:
It'll (hopefully) be nice to see you and Mrs. Primordealsoup.
And you and your new Mrs., Indybob.
"The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return."
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quote: Originally posted by indybob:
It'll (hopefully) be nice to see you and Mrs. Primordealsoup.
Even I need to meet the infamous Indybob...especially since we aren't fighting anymore. |
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| Posts: 2136 | Location: Tampa, FL | Registered: Jan 27, 2005 | |
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quote: Originally posted by Pinotlvr: Even I need to meet the infamous Indybob...especially since we aren't fighting anymore.
Anyone else notice that married life seems to have 'softened' Indybob?  A good thing, surely. But I gotta' admit I kinda' miss the occasional rant. |
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| Posts: 7177 | Location: Montreal, QC | Registered: Feb 17, 2007 | |
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quote: Originally posted by KSC02: quote: Originally posted by Pinotlvr: Even I need to meet the infamous Indybob...especially since we aren't fighting anymore.
Anyone else notice that married life seems to have 'softened' Indybob? A good thing, surely. But I gotta' admit I kinda' miss the occasional rant.
Hey, I'm not completely neutered yet, I've got a few rants left in me! It'll be good to meet you Pinotlvr, I'm only feuding with one forumite these days, .
-IB
"Wine only turns into alcohol if you let it sit."---Lindsay Bluth
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| Posts: 6219 | Location: Naptown | Registered: Nov 24, 2006 | |
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email sent. make that 3. quote: Originally posted by jburman82:
So far I have only had 2 people send emails though.
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| Posts: 6342 | Location: Park Slope, Brooklyn | Registered: Nov 20, 2002 | |
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quote: Originally posted by jburman82:
Tbird, I am trying to get enough people who are staying dowtown together and hopefully we can get a group rate somewhere. You can email me at jburman82 at hotmail.com. So far I have only had 2 people send emails though.
jb- I will send you an email shortly. Some of the places I have been considering: Wyndham Chicago Ambassador East The Tremont Hotel Orrington Inn of Chicago All of these seem to have reasonable rates that weekend. Any suggestions or thoughts are appreciated! |
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| Posts: 947 | Location: Minneapolis | Registered: Jan 06, 2009 | |
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quote: Originally posted by MJAlbers: quote: Originally posted by jburman82:
Tbird, I am trying to get enough people who are staying dowtown together and hopefully we can get a group rate somewhere. You can email me at jburman82 at hotmail.com. So far I have only had 2 people send emails though.
jb- I will send you an email shortly. Some of the places I have been considering: Wyndham Chicago Ambassador East The Tremont Hotel Orrington Inn of Chicago All of these seem to have reasonable rates that weekend. Any suggestions or thoughts are appreciated!
MLV and I, and Emilio and his wife stayed at the Ambassador East for the 2007 CDP - It was ok - Elevators were horrible - Nothing great, but ok - If we went back again, I would stay elsewhere I think |
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| Posts: 2692 | Location: South Florida | Registered: Dec 30, 2002 | |
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I have a gotten a great rate at the Marriott Renaissance of $119. AAA gave it 4 Diamonds. I am still looking but that is the best combo of quality and price I have found. I told them between 8-20 rooms. I havent locked it in yet so please post if you are interested. I'll let you guys know if I find anything better. Here is the link to the hotel. https://www.marriott.com/hotel...sance-chicago-hotel/ |
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| Posts: 770 | Location: Jupiter, Fl | Registered: Mar 11, 2008 | |
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I'd be interested. Thx!
"When I drink, I think; and when I think, I drink." Francois Rabelais
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| Posts: 3052 | Location: Oakland, CA | Registered: May 21, 2002 | |
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Great location, and that's an amazing rate, I'd move down from the Swisotel for that.
Paul Romero (tlily)- Owner, Winemaker, Tour Guide
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| Posts: 5723 | Location: San Jose | Registered: May 24, 2002 | |
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quote: Originally posted by MJAlbers: Some of the places I have been considering: The Tremont Any suggestions or thoughts are appreciated!
MJA- I stayed at The Tremont April last year, for the Italian offline. The rooms are TINY and they only offer on bed per room (remind me; there's a funny story connected to that one), which takes up the entire room. The plumbing sucked. Showers resulted in the tub being half full by the time you're finished. Like JC's experience at the Ambassador East, the elevators were also horrible. I ended up here using Hotwire. Good deal? Depends on one's perspective. Personally, I would NEVER stay there again! I strongly advise that you DO NOT STAY THERE!!!  The Marriott Renaissance would a way better choice to go, certainly. |
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| Posts: 7177 | Location: Montreal, QC | Registered: Feb 17, 2007 | |
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good job and definately interested! quote: Originally posted by jburman82: I have a gotten a great rate at the Marriott Renaissance of $119. AAA gave it 4 Diamonds. I am still looking but that is the best combo of quality and price I have found. I told them between 8-20 rooms. I havent locked it in yet so please post if you are interested. I'll let you guys know if I find anything better. Here is the link to the hotel. https://www.marriott.com/hotel...sance-chicago-hotel/
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| Posts: 6342 | Location: Park Slope, Brooklyn | Registered: Nov 20, 2002 | |
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quote: Originally posted by KSC02: quote: Originally posted by MJAlbers: Some of the places I have been considering: The Tremont Any suggestions or thoughts are appreciated!
MJA- I stayed at The Tremont April last year, for the Italian offline. The rooms are TINY and they only offer on bed per room (remind me; there's a funny story connected to that one), which takes up the entire room. The plumbing sucked. Showers resulted in the tub being half full by the time you're finished. Like JC's experience at the Ambassador East, the elevators were also horrible. I ended up here using Hotwire. Good deal? Depends on one's perspective. Personally, I would NEVER stay there again! I strongly advise that you DO NOT STAY THERE!!! The Marriott Renaissance would a way better choice to go, certainly.
Thanks for the heads up KSCO2! |
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| Posts: 947 | Location: Minneapolis | Registered: Jan 06, 2009 | |
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quote: Originally posted by TBird: good job and definately interested! quote: Originally posted by jburman82: I have a gotten a great rate at the Marriott Renaissance of $119. AAA gave it 4 Diamonds. I am still looking but that is the best combo of quality and price I have found. I told them between 8-20 rooms. I havent locked it in yet so please post if you are interested. I'll let you guys know if I find anything better. Here is the link to the hotel. https://www.marriott.com/hotel...sance-chicago-hotel/
jb- thanks again for looking into this! This looks like a great place. I'm planning on getting into town around noon and would love to meet up with some of our fellow forumites! |
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| Posts: 947 | Location: Minneapolis | Registered: Jan 06, 2009 | |
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quote: Originally posted by jburman82: I have a gotten a great rate at the Marriott Renaissance of $119. AAA gave it 4 Diamonds. I am still looking but that is the best combo of quality and price I have found. I told them between 8-20 rooms. I havent locked it in yet so please post if you are interested. I'll let you guys know if I find anything better. I am definitely interested in a room for 2 as part of the group. thanks jburman82. Here is the link to the hotel. https://www.marriott.com/hotel...sance-chicago-hotel/
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| Posts: 580 | Location: Silver Spring, MD | Registered: Feb 27, 2003 | |
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