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Terrific!

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Thanks, D!

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What a great idea!

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Thanks!

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I don’t live in London, but I love everything about this! How exciting!

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Really is. Such a fun idea!

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A bit out of place I know but here is a follow up on that recent M&S Marzemino.

Must be drunk at once, 3 days later despite keeping it cool and sealed it has oxidised big style! I recently had some Wine Society Jaques depagneux Gamay that easily went the weekdays open with the same treatment. No isgrac at all, it is just a heads up to throw the cork straight in the fire pit and enjoy. Had some more Nuberosa from La Vialla too tonight - superb , they do a nice San Gimignano now too. I'll have talked myself into hiring one of their cottages before too long. Hope all is going well with your big changes of late? thanks for the eternal wisdom.

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You're right, that can happen with cheaper wines. And thanks for the enquiry. All going well although hardly retirement!

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Wooo hooo!!! This is so utterly wonderful and inspiring Fiona, what a dream gig! Never been to this hotel, hoping to make it to a tasting with you on the other side! Huge congrats! Xx

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Thanks and YES. Do come. Would love you to xx

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Just came across another La Vialla gem. Their Nuberosa wine https://www.lavialla.com/en-GB/orderform/wines/white-wines/81805/nuberosa-2023/. Having always been a sucker for slightly spritzy italians this hit's the spot and very good value too. Interesting full bodied blend.

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I must go back and order some stuff from them. I really love everything they do

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Love the sound of this event (finished my WSET Diploma this year), but I am booked on the 16th. Would love to come along to another one on this topic. Hope it goes well and deserves a rerun

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Thanks, Charlotte. Don't worry - there will be more which I'll flag up in the newsletters!

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Looking forward to the tastings.

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See you there!

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What a wonderful idea! I can't come, as I'm in Edinburgh, but I can't wait to hear how it goes. Best of luck - not that you need it, I'm sure!

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Thanks Leslie! Have fun in Edinburgh - one of my favourite cities!

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