Originally posted by Gigond Ass: However, you still haven't answered the real question..... Why did Laube routinely score them in the 90's if they are all flawed?
I did answer your question. Read my post again. Here’s a clue - look for the word struggle. And FTR, Laube has discussed this issue in this forum and his editorials. Perhaps you should avail yourself to read them before you attack him.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: As for my palate being "neandertal", I would be willing to bet that I've had more world class wines than you have. Of course, I don't find the need to post tasting notes on them all.
A ridiculous statement - and you obviously think so by your little disclaimer there at the end. You have no idea at all of what I’ve had in 20 years of enjoying wine. You are falling into the same boastful and delusional statements as your bud Bored-O. Regardless, having consumed “world class” wines means nothing if you don’t have the palate to appreciate them. Perhaps we can discuss the literacy of a room full of monkeys with "world class" type writers?
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: I don't doubt that Laube tastes something he doesn't like with MANY california cabernets. I just think that every Laube rating should come with a disclaimer.
He has discussed flaws in CA cabs in several articles. Again, try reading what he has to say beyond just the tasting notes.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: As for your palate being able to taste it, I have no frame of reference, but I'll listen to Parker and Tanzer instead.
I highly recommend that. But I hope you don’t agree with them on everything. I don’t and neither do I with Laube. I’m just thankful the man is willing to tell the truth. Perhaps you would prefer he take RMP’s approach and not publish wines he finds score below an 85. Let’s hide the truth to protect the wineries instead of the consumer.
___________________________________________________ It's good to try them young too and then let them age - James Suckling Infanticide can be very satisfying - Robert Parker I drink mine young to avoid disappointments - James Laube
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: However, you still haven't answered the real question..... Why did Laube routinely score them in the 90's if they are all flawed?
I did answer your question. Read my post again. Here’s a clue - look for the word struggle. And FTR, Laube has discussed this issue in this forum and his editorials. Perhaps you should avail yourself to read them before you attack him.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: As for my palate being "neandertal", I would be willing to bet that I've had more world class wines than you have. Of course, I don't find the need to post tasting notes on them all.
A ridiculous statement - and you obviously think so by your little disclaimer there at the end. You have no idea at all of what I’ve had in 20 years of enjoying wine. You are falling into the same boastful and delusional statements as your bud Bored-O. Regardless, having consumed “world class” wines means nothing if you don’t have the palate to appreciate them. Perhaps we can discuss the literacy of a room full of monkeys with "world class" type writers?
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: I don't doubt that Laube tastes something he doesn't like with MANY california cabernets. I just think that every Laube rating should come with a disclaimer.
He has discussed flaws in CA cabs in several articles. Again, try reading what he has to say beyond just the tasting notes.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: As for your palate being able to taste it, I have no frame of reference, but I'll listen to Parker and Tanzer instead.
I highly recommend that. But I hope you don’t agree with them on everything. I don’t and neither do I with Laube. I’m just thankful the man is willing to tell the truth. Perhaps you would prefer he take RMP’s approach and not publish wines he finds score below an 85. Let’s hide the truth to protect the wineries instead of the consumer.
First, you have not answered the question. I have no problems with reading comprehension. Perhaps your talents lie with creative writing rather than non-fiction. Has California Cabernet dropped twenty points in two years or not? Especially wines that have perennially scored in the 90's. I'm glad you salute his honesty now. Was he less than truthful in the past or has his palate changed?
Second, I've read Laube's articles and I still don't buy his explanation. Either you and he are wrong (likely), or everyone else is, (since you are in the first group, impossible). Either that or the quality of Cal Cab has dropped about twenty points in two years (also unlikely)
Third, I question your palate simply because of the creative writing tasting notes you spew. They are of no use to anyone but you. I recognize self aggrandizing behavior when I see it, especially when it's a pattern. I've seen what wines you drink on a regular basis. However, after reading your emotional responses to this thread, when you use the flowery term "tastes like the south end of a north bound controversial critic" Board-O won't need to ask how you know what that tastes like.
Fourth, what does Board-O have to do with the conversation? Nothing except your bizzare fixation. I must admit, I enjoy watching him play you like a swap meet banjo on every wine board in the world. I love that picture in my mind's eye of you with that big ol' hook and a piece of cheese sticking through your lip as he plays you like a fish.
Fifth, you brought up the word neanderthal and palates. I have seen every wine you have tasted since you've been here. I can assure you by that fact alone, I can say with certainty that you lack my wine experience and my acumen as well. You are the only monkey in the room, and I'm looking forward to Board-O grinding the organ while you dance with your hat and silver cup for my entertainment.
My advice is that you stick to creative writing, you seem to lack the ability to debate without resorting to insults. When you try to reach into the insult boxing ring, you are simply out of your weight class.
Lastly, as far as Laube goes, I think he's fine when it comes to California Pinot and Chardonnay. My palate aligns with his. When it comes to Cabernet, mine does not, and neither do most people professional and amateur alike. Either he's wrong (and you by association) or everyone else is. My money is on the former.
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Wow, some heat on the wine board. You guys sound like the GOP and the Dems at election time. Instead of the Foley scandal, are we looking at the Laub scandal?
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Posts: 760 | Location: Philadelphia, PA | Registered: Nov 15, 2001
Originally posted by Gigond Ass: First, you have not answered the question. I have no problems with reading comprehension. Perhaps your talents lie with creative writing rather than non-fiction. Has California Cabernet dropped twenty points in two years or not? Especially wines that have perennially scored in the 90's. I'm glad you salute his honesty now. Was he less than truthful in the past or has his palate changed?
LOL! Better to have some talent than to lack basic comprehension skills of your own posts, as you are displaying. I did answer your question. Apparently, you’ve now changed the question from just Monty to include all of CA Cab, which is an entirely different question.
Here’s your original question, which dealt strictly with Monty:
I too have tasted all the vintages of Montelena you claim to and completely disagree that they are "all" flawed. Frankly you and Laube seem to be the only ones who do. Being the board apologist for James Laube must be getting old. Even if you are right, and my opinion is that you are not, please explain why Laube gave what you claim were flawed wines scores in the 90's. You can't. And neither can he.
To which I replied: Laube has admitted to struggling to finding good bottles of previous vintages of Montelena to score them. I’m just glad he stopped assuming the wines were made with good intentions as you and others have failed to do.
So, whether you have ADD or lack basic comprehension skills, I can’t help you any further. And FTR, you haven’t answered my question.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: Second, I've read Laube's articles and I still don't buy his explanation. Either you and he are wrong (likely), or everyone else is, (since you are in the first group, impossible). Either that or the quality of Cal Cab has dropped about twenty points in two years (also unlikely)
To the first comment, it’s just not that polarizing and I guess you continue to ignore the link I posted to the blind tasting where the Monty was called out as well as the published evidence which proves your statement wrong. As I have said, enjoy the rewards of your blunt palate and stop wallowing in the desire to justify your purchase. To the second comment, it seems you have trouble keeping your thoughts organized, as that was the previous re-written question of yours.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: Third, I question your palate simply because of the creative writing tasting notes you spew. They are of no use to anyone but you. I recognize self aggrandizing behavior when I see it, especially when it's a pattern. I've seen what wines you drink on a regular basis. However, after reading your emotional responses to this thread, when you use the flowery term "tastes like the sweaty sack of a controversial critic" Board-O won't need to ask how you know what that tastes like.
Not my term (again, projecting). You are certainly welcome to your opinion, but besides your occasional quips and this little flourish here, where are your tasting notes? At least I have the gonads to post tasting notes before criticizing those of others. Even B-O makes the attempt. The aggrandizing remains your own personal affliction to compensate for your palate and your lack of a sound argument.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: Fourth, what does Board-O have to do with the conversation?
Comprehension is really not your strong suit. You have the same problem as he does - see “compensating” in the previous points.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: Nothing except your bizzare fixation. I must admit, I enjoy watching him play you like a swap meet banjo on every wine board in the world. I love that picture in my mind's eye of you with that big ol' hook and a piece of cheese sticking through your lip as he plays you like a fish.
Take the hook out of your eye because the fixation is blatantly all his (just look at his last 3 posts) and is further evidenced by the fact there is only one wine board left (this one) that he continues his “tilting at windmills” followed with blowing up in threads with embarrassing, emotional, infantile, personal attacks. And it surprises no one that you enjoy this type of boorish behavior. I know that it’s difficult for you, but try to stay focused McFly, as you’ll do far better at getting your points across.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: Third, you brought up the word neanderthal and palates. I have seen every wine you have tasted since you've been here. I can assure you by that fact alone, I can say with certainty that you lack my wine experience and my acumen as well. You are the only monkey in the room, and I'm looking forward to Board-O grinding the organ while you dance with your hat and silver cup for my entertainment.
That’s you fifth point, you’re projecting big time and now it’s doubling back on you. You just posted earlier that you have no frame of reference for my palate and now this statement. And stating that you have seen every wine that I have tasted is a pretty scary and obsessive comment, as I certainly haven’t posted them all and I could never claim to have read everything someone has posted. So, have you been my shadow of 2 or 20 years or not? Are you also a stalker like your dentist friend? Hey Candyman, keep dancing to those tunes and you’ll someday see that you are not the one who makes the world go ‘round.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: My advice is that you stick to creative writing, you seem to lack the ability to debate without resorting to insults. When you try to reach into the insult boxing ring, you are simply out of your weight class.
My apologies, but I was trying to converse on a level that you could relate to. I know how to use insults to further my point, as they have apparently struck their mark with you. You, on the other hand, spew insults like a flatulent boor at a tea party and I’ll gladly let you keep your cherished title belt as the WWF champion of rudeness in this forum - it suits your palate well.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: Lastly, as far as Laube goes, I think he's fine when it comes to California Pinot and Chardonnay. My palate aligns with his. When it comes to Cabernet, mine does not, and neither do most people professional and amateur alike. Either he's wrong (and you by association) or everyone else is. My money is on the former.
You’re mistaken. I and most people don’t fall prey to the juvenile mentality of drawing up “sides” like delinquents in a street fight as you do. I find plenty at fault with Laube’s reviews as well as RMP and Tanzer. I just don’t have the need to beat a dead horse to compensate for having Monty and Viader in the cellar as you do.
At this point, you can keep on with your “arguments,” but since they have little left to do with this thread anymore, I will look forward to your tasting notes, particularly on the Monty in 10 years, and so, for now it’s toodles.
___________________________________________________ It's good to try them young too and then let them age - James Suckling Infanticide can be very satisfying - Robert Parker I drink mine young to avoid disappointments - James Laube
Posts: 5052 | Location: Atlanta, GA | Registered: Jun 03, 2004
Originally posted by Board-O: I must have missed something. Has Draculiar ever posted one of his fantasty tasting notes on a world class wine? I thought he just drank 2004 Kbs.
I never had the '66 Petrus. Please share some more of your tasting notes on this world class wine.
___________________________________________________ It's good to try them young too and then let them age - James Suckling Infanticide can be very satisfying - Robert Parker I drink mine young to avoid disappointments - James Laube
Posts: 5052 | Location: Atlanta, GA | Registered: Jun 03, 2004
What's really funny is the fact that you can't even turn on your computer without thinking of the dentist from New York.
He pretty much owns you.
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Posts: 6906 | Location: The Left Coast | Registered: Dec 01, 2001
Actually I remember posting a nice review of it and then Board-O chimed in to the effect of:
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What? You think that's a good wine...you're clueless. It was never a great wine
You don't know what you're talking about.
All you care about are labels.
You're a label drinker, you couldn't evaluate the wine inside if you tried.
Blah
Blah
Blah
Oh....wait....crap...I'm putting my foot in my mouth again, that's right...Thanks Vino Me for reminding me that I had the '66 Petrus a year ago and OOOOOOO, OHHHHHH, what do you know! I also rated it a 96....Just like DRAB!!!
Oh well...he still doesn't know what he's talking about, but I do.....
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That's more like how it went.
And, I'm sure if Drac tasted it, he'd give it a 96 as well.
So much wine.....so little time!!!
Posts: 6771 | Location: San Francisco | Registered: Jun 20, 2002
There have been a lot of priceless, and not so priceless moments around here. But, for me, this one belongs in the top 1 or 2.
All the jibber jabber, lying, useless arguments, trouble, and berrating of others that Board-O does around here, and then to see him in plain view shoot himself in the back was quite amusing. After days of arguing with me how in the world I could have had a good bottle of '66 Petrus, and then low and behold he's had one as well. How he expects to be taken with any level of seriousness is beyond me...
Of course, there aren't many posts of his that suggest seriousness as a priority, so I suppose we shouldn't assume it in the first place.
So much wine.....so little time!!!
Posts: 6771 | Location: San Francisco | Registered: Jun 20, 2002
Ok, I suggest that this has about run its course. We have been over all of this and unless someone pulls out something new and creative, you guys have covered all this ground before.
On the other hand, it has provided lots of amusement on an otherwise boring day at the office, so keep it up fellas.
Posts: 2655 | Location: South Florida | Registered: Dec 30, 2002
Originally posted by Gigond Ass: First, you have not answered the question. I have no problems with reading comprehension. Perhaps your talents lie with creative writing rather than non-fiction. Has California Cabernet dropped twenty points in two years or not? Especially wines that have perennially scored in the 90's. I'm glad you salute his honesty now. Was he less than truthful in the past or has his palate changed?
LOL! Better to have some talent than to lack basic comprehension skills of your own posts, as you are displaying. I did answer your question. Apparently, you’ve now changed the question from just Monty to include all of CA Cab, which is an entirely different question.
Ok, lets go over this thread point by point since it's pretty obvious you lack comprehension. Laube's change in palate isn't only Montelena. His barrel scores vary by wild swings. Yes some change is expected, just not twenty points. Parker doesn't taste the "Laube" flaws, Tanzer doesn't taste them, only he and you.
Here’s your original question, which dealt strictly with Monty:
I too have tasted all the vintages of Montelena you claim to and completely disagree that they are "all" flawed. Frankly you and Laube seem to be the only ones who do. Being the board apologist for James Laube must be getting old. Even if you are right, and my opinion is that you are not, please explain why Laube gave what you claim were flawed wines scores in the 90's. You can't. And neither can he.
To which I replied: Laube has admitted to struggling to finding good bottles of previous vintages of Montelena to score them. I’m just glad he stopped assuming the wines were made with good intentions as you and others have failed to do. So you admit that he was less than truthful, or do I miss something here? I'm glad you applaud the truth NOW. What about before? This entire thread is about Laube and California Cab, not Laube and Montelena. Go back and re-read it.
So, whether you have ADD or lack basic comprehension skills, I can’t help you any further. And FTR, you haven’t answered my question.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: Second, I've read Laube's articles and I still don't buy his explanation. Either you and he are wrong (likely), or everyone else is, (since you are in the first group, impossible). Either that or the quality of Cal Cab has dropped about twenty points in two years (also unlikely)
To the first comment, it’s just not that polarizing and I guess you continue to ignore the link I posted to the blind tasting where the Monty was called out as well as the published evidence which proves your statement wrong. As I have said, enjoy the rewards of your blunt palate and stop wallowing in the desire to justify your purchase. To the second comment, it seems you have trouble keeping your thoughts organized, as that was the previous re-written question of yours.
As I stated before, and apparently you cannot comprehend, I don't own much Montelena. I checked my inventory and it consists of three bottles. I've tasted many vintages that friends were kind enough to open. So more deflection and failing to answer the questions posed. By you, not me. BTW one bottle from an offline is purely anecdotal and doesn't prove squat. Look up anecdotal.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: Third, I question your palate simply because of the creative writing tasting notes you spew. They are of no use to anyone but you. I recognize self aggrandizing behavior when I see it, especially when it's a pattern. I've seen what wines you drink on a regular basis. However, after reading your emotional responses to this thread, when you use the flowery term "tastes like the sweaty sack of a controversial critic" Board-O won't need to ask how you know what that tastes like.
Not my term (again, projecting). You are certainly welcome to your opinion, but besides your occasional quips and this little flourish here, where are your tasting notes? At least I have the gonads to post tasting notes before criticizing those of others. Even B-O makes the attempt. The aggrandizing remains your own personal affliction to compensate for your palate and your lack of a sound argument.
Tasting notes are no measure of wine experience or education. The fact that you write them all the time is proof of that. I don't write tasting notes because I choose not to. You choose to write them because it gives your feeble ego a boost. I understand that, I just think it's rather pathetic. The people that know me and want my thoughts on wine can and do ask for it. Why anyone would pay attention to your ridiculous notes is beyond me anyway. Or mine for that matter. I only pay attention to those people I know and respect because they have earned it, not because they can write a note full of flowery descriptions.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: Fourth, what does Board-O have to do with the conversation?
Comprehension is really not your strong suit. You have the same problem as he does - see “compensating” in the previous points.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: Nothing except your bizzare fixation. I must admit, I enjoy watching him play you like a swap meet banjo on every wine board in the world. I love that picture in my mind's eye of you with that big ol' hook and a piece of cheese sticking through your lip as he plays you like a fish.
Take the hook out of your eye because the fixation is blatantly all his (just look at his last 3 posts) and is further evidenced by the fact there is only one wine board left (this one) that he continues his “tilting at windmills” followed with blowing up in threads with embarrassing, emotional, infantile, personal attacks. And it surprises no one that you enjoy this type of boorish behavior. I know that it’s difficult for you, but try to stay focused McFly, as you’ll do far better at getting your points across.
Uh, he hadn't even commented on your undefendable position when you pulled him out like a pistol. Apparently you seem to lack comprehension skills, but the obsessive compulsive nature you show is pretty telling. I see you do your fair share of following him around as well. Stop playing the martyr, It's false, makes you look foolish and is pretty pathetic. You really need to get off of the cross. Someone else needs the wood.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: Third, you brought up the word neanderthal and palates. I have seen every wine you have tasted since you've been here. I can assure you by that fact alone, I can say with certainty that you lack my wine experience and my acumen as well. You are the only monkey in the room, and I'm looking forward to Board-O grinding the organ while you dance with your hat and silver cup for my entertainment.
That’s you fifth point, you’re projecting big time and now it’s doubling back on you. You just posted earlier that you have no frame of reference for my palate and now this statement. And stating that you have seen every wine that I have tasted is a pretty scary and obsessive comment, as I certainly haven’t posted them all and I could never claim to have read everything someone has posted. So, have you been my shadow of 2 or 20 years or not? Are you also a stalker like your dentist friend? Hey Candyman, keep dancing to those tunes and you’ll someday see that you are not the one who makes the world go ‘round.
Uhhh... you post tasting note after tasting note and try to sound like Tennyson. Poet does not equal palate. You are proof of that. Hell, everytime I log on, there is another ridiculous note from you, how could anyone miss it. I know it's a cry for help by you. There is free mental health care, even in Georgia.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: My advice is that you stick to creative writing, you seem to lack the ability to debate without resorting to insults. When you try to reach into the insult boxing ring, you are simply out of your weight class.
My apologies, but I was trying to converse on a level that you could relate to. I know how to use insults to further my point, as they have apparently struck their mark with you. You, on the other hand, spew insults like a flatulent boor at a tea party and I’ll gladly let you keep your cherished title belt as the WWF champion of rudeness in this forum - it suits your palate well.
You invite rudeness. It would be poor manners not to provide you with what you desire. You can't even answer the questions asked politely, you simply try to deflect the questions and "attempt" to be insulting. You aren't smart enough to win a battle of wits.
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Originally posted by Gigond Ass: Lastly, as far as Laube goes, I think he's fine when it comes to California Pinot and Chardonnay. My palate aligns with his. When it comes to Cabernet, mine does not, and neither do most people professional and amateur alike. Either he's wrong (and you by association) or everyone else is. My money is on the former.
You’re mistaken. I and most people don’t fall prey to the juvenile mentality of drawing up “sides” like delinquents in a street fight as you do. I find plenty at fault with Laube’s reviews as well as RMP and Tanzer. I just don’t have the need to beat a dead horse to compensate for having Monty and Viader in the cellar as you do.
Since when is questioning what is erratic behavior by a wine critic, drawing up sides? If you don't think that there are questions regarding Laube's recent track record with cal cab, then you are living in a hole, or perhaps your parent's basement. How about enlightening us on your opinon regading the recent discrepancies between Laube and other critics rather than obfuscating the argument by deflecting the questions? Know why you don't? Because you can't answer them. Neither can James. One thing that is more important than anytyhing else from a wine critic is consistency. Something that seems to be missing here. BTW, I have no Viader in my cellar and you have been told twice that Montelena is not a large portion of my cellar, FYI it's less than 1/4 of 1% so your argument here is pointless and baseless
At this point, you can keep on with your “arguments,” but since they have little left to do with this thread anymore, I will look forward to your tasting notes, particularly on the Monty in 10 years, and so, for now it’s toodles.
Of course it's "toodles" since you can't answer the quesitons, and you make statements regarding my cellar that have no basis in fact. Best of luck with that new novel
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Posts: 6906 | Location: The Left Coast | Registered: Dec 01, 2001
Originally posted by Gigond Ass: <several redundant posts in red>
*Yawn*
Move along people, nothing new to see here - just an ogre still obsessing.
___________________________________________________ It's good to try them young too and then let them age - James Suckling Infanticide can be very satisfying - Robert Parker I drink mine young to avoid disappointments - James Laube
Posts: 5052 | Location: Atlanta, GA | Registered: Jun 03, 2004
Originally posted by Gigond Ass: What's really funny is the fact that you can't even turn on your computer without thinking of the dentist from New York.
He pretty much owns you.
LOL!
Hey McFly, Not only are you obsessing, your memory is a few neurons short of a synapse. That post was from two days ago and is little more than a remnant after several deletions from the moderator. Have you forgotten your previous posts (now deleted) including the link of you and Borat playing slap and tickle with your little woods?
The next time you step into the insult ring, be sure to have your shorts on.
___________________________________________________ It's good to try them young too and then let them age - James Suckling Infanticide can be very satisfying - Robert Parker I drink mine young to avoid disappointments - James Laube
Posts: 5052 | Location: Atlanta, GA | Registered: Jun 03, 2004
Originally posted by zblang: I don't know that I would respond if I were Jim, but do any of you find it interesting that there has been no word on this topic from the man of hour himself.
I agree. On eBob - JL Cali Cab bashers say why not confront him on the WS boards. Which we do. Yet He Who Should Not Be Named doesnt come clean.
Posts: 1405 | Location: Boston | Registered: Aug 14, 2006
Read Laube's latest page in the new WS "white issue". I think he is tired of Cali cabs being mediocre and getting big $$$ for so-so wines. I think he either inadvertently or possibly on purpose adjusts his rating by some quality/price factor. It is reasonable?
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Posts: 760 | Location: Philadelphia, PA | Registered: Nov 15, 2001
Originally posted by Gigond Ass: <several redundant posts in red>
*Yawn*
Move along people, nothing new to see here - just an ogre still obsessing.
Still avoiding the questions I see. And I'm redundant. LOL!
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Marcel Ayme`
Posts: 6906 | Location: The Left Coast | Registered: Dec 01, 2001
Originally posted by Gigond Ass: What's really funny is the fact that you can't even turn on your computer without thinking of the dentist from New York.
He pretty much owns you.
LOL!
Hey McFly, Not only are you obsessing, your memory is a few neurons short of a synapse. That post was from two days ago and is little more than a remnant after several deletions from the moderator. Have you forgotten your previous posts (now deleted) including the link of you and Borat playing slap and tickle with your little woods?
The next time you step into the insult ring, be sure to have your shorts on.
LOL, your obsession with him isn't an insult, it's a fact. We all watch your hysterics and laugh. Loudly.
You probably dream about him don't you...
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Marcel Ayme`
Posts: 6906 | Location: The Left Coast | Registered: Dec 01, 2001
Originally posted by ratso: Read Laube's latest page in the new WS "white issue". I think he is tired of Cali cabs being mediocre and getting big $$$ for so-so wines. I think he either inadvertently or possibly on purpose adjusts his rating by some quality/price factor. It is reasonable?
No, not if it's a mid stream change based on a manipulation of the market. He should rate wines consistantly not because of how he "feels".
Personally, I am not accusing him of this, but I want to know why there is such a change in his ratings. If JL's ratings had always been this low, I wouldn't have an issue with them. It's the monumental change that's troubling.
And before the obsessive parrot chimes in again, this is across the board in Cal Cabs, not just in the few examples he tries to deflect the questions with.
-------------------- "One may dislike carrots, spinach, beetroot, or the skin on hot milk. But not wine. It is like hating the air that one breathes, since each is equally indispensable."
Marcel Ayme`
Posts: 6906 | Location: The Left Coast | Registered: Dec 01, 2001
Originally posted by Gigond Ass: You probably dream about him don't you...
Watch how I've gotten him to change what he does on the wine sites.
When I posted that he obsessed on all my posts on VinoCellar, he changed his views by others to private.
When I posted that he lives here 20+ hours a day, Drac made himself invisible. Take it easy on him, though. There's a reason he's alone and always will be alone. I pity the lonely guy for the importance he puts on the internet. It's called sublimation. Pitiful.
Just one more sip.
Posts: 24821 | Location: NY | Registered: Oct 18, 2001
Hey, enjoy my forgetting one bottle of wine. I enjoy you wasting hundreds...but you are the first to post tasting notes on them. I'll give you that.
At least I'm not waiting for my over-the-hill '67 Latour to go dead before I consider drinking it! And then post notes about the cranberry I "maybe" tasted in it. All of this just after I can't quite remember that I had a phenomenal bottle of Petrus a year earlier! How does ANYONE forget a great bottle of Petrus? And you want to criticize what I've got to say? I just don't get it.......
You're one whacked dude.....I bet by now you've already forgotten about the Petrus again.....
So much wine.....so little time!!!
Posts: 6771 | Location: San Francisco | Registered: Jun 20, 2002
