ToastedHostess: O! No! I wish you all the best in the big apple...
July 11, 2008
Nic → ToastedHostess: Thanks very much for the invite, but I'm afraid I went and moved to New York last week...just when the tastings begin. *sigh* ah well...
July 11, 2008
PayDay: Hi Nic! That is funny, because I really want to visit New YorK! You are so lucky to live there! Portland is wonderful and I am really like it more and more each day! You could not ask for better weather right now! I hope all is well in the big apple and h... moreHi Nic! That is funny, because I really want to visit New YorK! You are so lucky to live there! Portland is wonderful and I am really like it more and more each day! You could not ask for better weather right now! I hope all is well in the big apple and hope to chat more soon! Salud! Petra
July 11, 2008
Nic → PayDay: Thanks for the add. I was thinking about moving to Portland myself recently....I hope that works out for you. A friend of mine is from that area, I'll see if he knows anywhere good to check out. Take care.
July 10, 2008
ToastedHostess: Not sure if you might be in Nashville this weekend.
Would you like to come to a wine tasting this Saturday 7/12/08 @ Vinea on corner of 12th of (Wedgwood) and Magnolia, next to Mafiosi’s....@ 3.30pm
RSVP deborah_gee@goco.tv
July 8, 2008
Chaz: There are a few million speakers alive today, and most of them are pretty active in the community, which is nice. You should read more about it! Really interesting how the movement has changed over time.
May 19, 2008
Nic → Chaz: Japanese, German, and Spanish at the moment, and I just started going back to school after a 4 year hiatus. So yeah, I'd say I'm a student. I didn't realize there were that many people who actually were practicing Esperanto. I thought it wa... moreJapanese, German, and Spanish at the moment, and I just started going back to school after a 4 year hiatus. So yeah, I'd say I'm a student. I didn't realize there were that many people who actually were practicing Esperanto. I thought it was proposed some odd years back and essentially 'flopped'. Glad to hear it didn't die completely.
May 19, 2008
RyE: Thanks, I've added the suggestion to my list. I will let you know after I have ahd a chance to try them.
May 18, 2008
elizabeth: Hi Nic, Thanks for the add, Welcome! Hope your weekend is well.
Ciao, for now! 8)
May 17, 2008
Nic → RyE: Oh....haven't found a decent white, eh? I can recommend one that you couldn't possibly NOT like. Zaccagnini "San Clemente" Trebbiano d'Abruzzo. I'd bet money you'd enjoy it. I felt the same way...never found one I would ... moreOh....haven't found a decent white, eh? I can recommend one that you couldn't possibly NOT like. Zaccagnini "San Clemente" Trebbiano d'Abruzzo. I'd bet money you'd enjoy it. I felt the same way...never found one I would buy twice, until I met this bottle.....Think about it.
May 14, 2008
Chaz: You're correct about the E-o, though I do have a tutor/mentor of sorts. After learning the basics, the best education so far has been correspondence. I have a small group of international pen pals who force me to keep up with my learning!
What... moreYou're correct about the E-o, though I do have a tutor/mentor of sorts. After learning the basics, the best education so far has been correspondence. I have a small group of international pen pals who force me to keep up with my learning!
What languages are you learning? Are you a student?
May 14, 2008
Nic → Chaz: Thanks for the add, Chaz. You remind me a lot of myself. I'm also a language guy...and I see that one of your dream wines is close to my own heart. Nebbiolo is my favorite grape. Learning Esperanto eh? I'm surprised to hear that you've even... moreThanks for the add, Chaz. You remind me a lot of myself. I'm also a language guy...and I see that one of your dream wines is close to my own heart. Nebbiolo is my favorite grape. Learning Esperanto eh? I'm surprised to hear that you've even heard of it. I've never met anyone else in person who had...But I must know..you're teaching yourself, right? Surely that's not being taught where you go to school...
May 14, 2008
Nic → RyE: Oh yeah? I'll have to check it out. I recommend Campo Viejo if you haven't tried it yet. It's about 16-18 a pop. The Crianza isn't bad, but I recommend the riserva....
May 14, 2008
ToastedHostess: Welcome Nic.. hope we can have fun in this group..
May 14, 2008
Cricket: Hey Nic! Thanks for the add! I like Australian Shiraz as well. Cheers!
May 13, 2008
RyE: Thanks for the add! The favorite winesare right down my path. I just finished a good value rioja, castillo d clavijo (9.99).
About Me
I just moved from Memphis to New York to pursue my sommelier certification. I study foreign languages. I love wine, history, art, and making and listening to music.
Although I'm now learning about French and American wines, Italians are what I know best.
Gender
Male
Marital Status
Single
Occupation
Student
Favorite Wines
Barolo*, Barbaresco, Brunello di Montalcino, Amarone, Sassicaia, Sicilian Nero d'Avolas, Bordeaux, Australian Shiraz, Argentenian Malbecs, California Cabs, Tempranillos from Rioja.....this list could go on for ages...
*-my lovechild
wines that are full bodied, complex, ripe, luscious, with a never-ending finish
"Il barone da vino" (the king of the wines). This is how Italians describe the barolo, which is extracted from the choicest Nebbiolo grapes grown in Cuneo, Piedmont in Italy. Legend has it during the 19th century that the barolo is a prized magical potion, perhaps owing to its aroma and full-bodied flavor.
The barolo has the color of crimson with a touch of orange when aged, and the fragrance of roses, violets, strawberries, truffles, and tar. Barolo is crisp, snappy, acrid, and has a high tannin and alcohol content. According to wine connoisseurs, barolo is best when it is aged. Like a king metamorphosing from a seasoned warrior to a champion of the masses, this kingly wine mellows as it sees through the passing of time. To ensure quality, wineries do not release barolo until it is three years old. Once it reaches its fifth year, it will be called a riserva.
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