Recent content by rdtrimpi

On behalf of the lurking illiterati, sincere thanks to Joe Dressner, David Lillie, the CSW staff and the small horde of overheated yet gracious winemakers. Joe's hair was indeed rocking. Very nice to meet and re-meet Brad, Jeff and Salil. RT

Visit. RT

Westrey RT

Merci. Plus! RT

Yes, please. RT

Stage 7 of the TdF will start at nearby Tournus on 7/10. Sadly, Le Volcan wrecked my April plans. I'd be happy to PM some research. RT

Most of the sex was in the Orchid Room without Archie, Fritz or the beer. RT

Back at you. And to steal a Cowan-ism..."Best", RT

First visit to Les Papilles in January. Interesting contrast between the fine selection, warm temps and the meticulous manner of the owner playing with his argon bottle preservation system. The oldtimer pair of vintage booksellers next to us were a blast as they happily shared their Breton...

The Foillards will indeed be in Canada and Dressner's complement of Beaujolais vignerons will be in NYC. Hope someone's staying home this Spring. RT

True, and thanks for using small words. RT

Thanks BJ and Lars, excellent stuff. Agree about the Gites and already e-mailed Foillard (thanks for the specifics Lars). We have some schedule flexibility during the last weekend and week in April. The trip is wine focused. Any other specific lodging thoughts in and around Villie-Morgon...

Lurking here has taught me that I probably dont have the palate, wit or skin thickness to actively participate, but I am capable of recognizing experience... if not expertise. Plans for a late April trip to Beaujolais are in the works. Equipped with an overly long list of vignerons, a 3 - 4...

That's true considering the old "order from the list" routine in their sterile, unsophisticated, nightmare-at-Berry Bros. and Rudd style outlets. They've modernized but I doubt they'll ever be ahead of the curve....remote sensing wine vending machines anyone? A few decent blow-outs this year...