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Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 03:45 Mon 20 Apr 2009
by jfacciol
Julian and family will be leaving NYC for Paris in July. We should have a farewell. I propose a port dinner for the weekend of July 9, either Friday or Saturday. I don't know that any theme other than good port makes sense so I propose that we all bring a bottle of our current favorite port. In my case, that would be Graham's 1970.

My home in Brooklyn is available and I am happy to host the event.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 04:20 Mon 20 Apr 2009
by g-man
Should be able to make it.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 16:22 Mon 20 Apr 2009
by jdaw1
May I assume that the invitation extends to the long-suffering missus?

We would be delighted to attend such a dinner, whether on Friday 10th July or on Saturday 11th July 2009. Thank you.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 16:41 Mon 20 Apr 2009
by jfacciol
I would be delighted to finally meet the missus. She is, of course, welcome.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 16:42 Mon 20 Apr 2009
by TBird
please count me in.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 16:45 Mon 20 Apr 2009
by mosesbotbol
Could work for me. Have to run it by Elys and see what's up for that weekend. May bring an odd ball, but good one like 1970 or 1975 Cockburn.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 17:10 Mon 20 Apr 2009
by Glenn E.
mosesbotbol wrote:May bring an odd ball, but good one like 1970 or 1975 Cockburn.
Grammatical faux pas - you used 'good' and '1975' in the same sentence. :wink:

Sadly, I will not be able to fly out to New York for this one. However, since I will most assuredly being going out to dinner that weekend to celebrate our anniversary (this will be 22), I will make sure to drink an extra glass of Port in your honor.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 17:41 Mon 20 Apr 2009
by jdaw1
Could people please specify which, of Friday 10th July and on Saturday 11th July 2009, they can make.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 17:58 Mon 20 Apr 2009
by mosesbotbol
Glenn E. wrote:
mosesbotbol wrote:May bring an odd ball, but good one like 1970 or 1975 Cockburn.
Grammatical faux pas - you used 'good' and '1975' in the same sentence. :wink:
'75 Cockburn is suppose to be quite delicate and nice. Haven't picked up my case yet, but it was generally well like at the Cockburn vertical in London... Not saying it's the best by any means, but the '70 Cockburn would be a welcome additiona too.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 18:08 Mon 20 Apr 2009
by jdaw1
mosesbotbol wrote:'75 Cockburn ! was generally well like at the Cockburn vertical in London...
:?: :?:

That 1975 Cockburn:
jdaw1 wrote:1975 Cockburn: much paler than the ’70, but the same hue. Little nose. To taste thin and quite acidic.
DRT wrote:Light colour. Browning. Spirity nose. Light weight, acidic with a watery finish. I was not impressed with this wine and it unfortunately didn't help my ongoing battle to persuade JDAW that 1975 VPs can be worth drinking :roll:
AHB wrote:Very light colour, by far the palest of the flight, pale brown. Very light nose of roses and turkish delight. Very simple in the mouth with redcurrants and surprisingly, still some tannins around. A delicate and lingering aftertaste. A very pleasant port, but by no means a "must have". Gained a little weight in the glass over time, but still simple and straightforward. 87/100.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 18:10 Mon 20 Apr 2009
by TBird
i'd prefer friday but am available for both. :)

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 18:30 Mon 20 Apr 2009
by mosesbotbol
jdaw1 wrote:
mosesbotbol wrote:'75 Cockburn ! was generally well like at the Cockburn vertical in London...
:?: :?:
Just basing it on what Sean told me; I wasn't expecting much as I have had my share of '75's before. We got a few cases for song, along with a few cases of Cockburn '70 and bunch of cases of older misc. stuff.

First, I have find out whether I can go, before nitpicking which ports to bring.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 18:31 Mon 20 Apr 2009
by mosesbotbol
I'd prefer Saturday so I am not rushed driving after work. Where would this be held?

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 16:33 Mon 04 May 2009
by SushiNorth
Hmm, i may not be able to make it if it were on saturday, i will pencil in friday and hope for the best

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 05:48 Fri 29 May 2009
by g-man
Bump, there will be a special bottle for this tasting =)
Older than jfacciol possibly!!! :lol:

the missus and I will be available for both days.

If enough people show, I'll bring an old something differnet too.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 04:46 Sun 31 May 2009
by jfacciol
I am afraid that, having started this thread, I am going to have to withdraw. I will be away that weekend.

I am sorry to miss Julian's official send off. My apologies to all.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 05:02 Sun 31 May 2009
by g-man
Actually I believe Julian might be in Paris some time in July for some early apartment hunting.

Can we get Julian to throw out some dates too?

Jay, can you also do the same?

Would July 18th weekend work?

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 06:46 Sun 31 May 2009
by jdaw1
I return from the old world 1st July. The 18th is probably OK though we might fly very shortly after.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 11:24 Sun 31 May 2009
by JohninNYC
I will already be in Paris in July but might be back in time to be able to make it July 18 thought not 100% sure. I want to wish Julian the very best just in case I do not get to see him in July. He has been very gracious to come speak about Port at the culinary school as well. Everybody learned a great deal from you. Thank you!

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 19:49 Sun 31 May 2009
by g-man
Okay,

Let's see if we can set it for July 18th.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 22:27 Sun 31 May 2009
by SushiNorth
I may actually be able to make it (assuming the work trip happens and I fly back on the 17th); the 25th wouldn't work for me, btw.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 01:18 Mon 01 Jun 2009
by jfacciol
Thank you all for trying to accomodate me. But I am withdrawing completely. You should decide on what date suits other folks.

I have a trial to prepare for during the first half of July and don't have time or energy for a tasting.

Re: Julian Farewell, at least for now

Posted: 05:53 Mon 01 Jun 2009
by jdaw1
Jay: this was your idea, to be in your home, and a final opportunity for you to meet my wife.

I’m on a plane on the 16th of June. Can we do this before then? Alas late July will be too late: I’m probably gone.