Nice! I didn’t see that one in my TJs.

Merry Christmas Eric! You’re drinking well! Plenty more vids coming in 2025. Cheers. 🍷

Thanks, that’s good to see. I’m glad the recording levels were ok.

Hi Carl, happy holidays. I’m glad you’ve been drinking well. I’m trying to keep with you!

Haha! Maybe with a cheap Bordeaux! Cheers. 🍷

Happy holidays Igor! This time of year, shopping videos make sense. I’ve not tried your Cava, but I’ve had vintage Cava before. It should be very good, likely had extended time on the lees.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine I'm a bit torn on my impression of this Cava. It does have that yeasty nose and taste of a good Champaigne, yet it seems a bit too acidic. That's why I asked what you think of it in case you tried it.

Happy Holidays! Thanks for commenting. Selection can vary by location, I hope they have the Grand Pontet. Best wishes for a happy, healthy 2025. 🍷

Grand Faurie was even better the following day

Hi Eddie, that wine is Pauillac at a regional level, not at a premium level. In terms of aging potential, I consider the wine producer, the region and vintage. With some, I know from past experience. As a general rule, the more specific the place of origin, the better the aging potential. For example, a basic/generic appellation Bordeaux will be the shortest lived, a regional appellation like Pauillac will be marginally longer lived, while a specific chateau bottling (especially Grand Crus) will be the longest lived.

Hi Kevin, I’m glad you found my channel as well. Bordeaux with Animal fries! Oh, I might try that too! Cheers! 🍷

Hmm, the sound levels look to be the same as usual, but I’ll look into it. Thanks.

This won't work with Bob's setup. To dramatically improve audio, he would need a $300+ shotgun microphone plus stand. I personally don't have any issues with the audio quality. It's not perfect but not terrible either. I don't think there is a strong reason to go with a much more expensive setup at this point.

@ I appreciate the comment. FYI, I have Blue Yeti, but have not yet used it.

@@bobpaulinskimasterofwine try it. I think will be better than what we hear now ;)

@@rickwezenaar I’ll also try adjusting the sound levels with the clip on mic as well.

Bordeaux is heaped with value, but it’s too bad you don’t see it. When Burgundy is on the mark, it’s worth the money.

Thanks. French wine, lots to love. 🍷

There are plenty of great wine values if you know where to look! 🍷

Merry Christmas! Almost a threat? Oh no, it is a threat! Make no mistake about it, if you don’t try it, I will track you down! 😂 I’m obsessed with indigenous grape varieties as well, along with off the beaten path varieties from obscure places. I just picked up a Mourvèdre from a nearly 100 year old vineyard in Contra Costa, just a few miles from my home. I’m looking forward to seeing the New Year’s Eve line up. Wishing you and your family a happy, healthy 2025. 🍷

@@bobpaulinskimasterofwine Please let me know when you're planning a trip to Rias Baixas! I can arrange it to go into the less known stuff.

@ That would be a memorable trip!

Thank you for sharing your story. St Emilion is a beautiful place. I’m obsessed with it, so many small artisanal properties than rarely disappoint. It would be a wonderful retirement place! Best wishes for a happy, healthy new year. 🍷

Just had more of the SB on Christmas Eve. It’s very good. You’ve found it for a fair price. Happy holidays and best wishes for the new year!

Hi Matt. Good story. Now go find yourself some Emilio Moro! Thanks for the good word. Merry Christmas, best wishes for a happy, healthy 2025. 🍷

@ thanks Bob!! Merry Christmas!!

Hi there. Big difference. Cru Beaujolais is from the best vineyards of the region. Nouveau Beaujolais is generally from the more commercial vineyards. It’s a much more simple, fruity wine.

Hi Larry, the Central Coast Chard is more of a mainstream, simpler style of wine. It’s good, but the Wente Monterey Chard is a step up in quality.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine Thanks for the input. I'll try to find the one you mentioned maybe at Total Wone. I'm at Costco right now and they just put out 2021 Pontet-Canet, Clerc Milon, and Bellefont- Belcier. I'm only getting the Bellefont-Belcier for $37.99.

@ All of them are ‘21s? Decent vintage for Bordeaux, but lighter than the 2000s.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine Yes all 21's.

@@larrydalton2205 The Bellefont Belcier for under $40 sounds like a good deal.

I like the idea. I’ll look into for 2025. Happy holidays and best wishes for a joyous and healthy 2025. 🍷

Thank you Cindy. Merry Christmas and best wishes for a happy, healthy 2025! 🍷

Some 70+ years old.

Not the same wine, you have the one that’s a step under the Wetmore. It’s good, but less concentrated.

@@bobpaulinskimasterofwine thanks. I put it back. Wine fridge is full and then some 😂. I hope I can do some extra drinking the next few weeks 😂😂

@ The one is my video is much better. 🍷

Sounds like a wonderful combination.