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5. Favorite wine region?
My collection is primarily U.S.-based, but has evolved from Napa-centric to Oregon Pinots and Washington reds. I also enjoy Australian Shiraz and Spanish Priorat.

6. Any region or varietal you are exploring?
As noted above, Washington and Spain are two new interests.

7. Your trophy wine?
The two I have are 1992 Penfolds Grange and Shafer Hillside Select.

8. If the house is burning and you can only grab three wines, what would they be and why?
A captain goes down with his ship.

9. Favorite food and wine pairing?
Nothing better than a steak with a big Cabernet.

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steve666

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Noted he mentioned that NY has a lot of BYOB spots. I live in Oakland, and I have never been to a restaurant that doesn't allow BYOB.... if they didn't, I wouldn't dine there... I'd leave. I have dined out with my own wine at least twice a week for decades and have never been refused. Wondering if that isn't customary elsewhere?

steve

Mar 23, 2012 at 3:48 PM
johnmdjr

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I moved from CA to TX, and unfortunately in TX, BYOB is against the law if the restaurant has a liquor license. Very unfortunate!
John

Mar 23, 2012 at 4:19 PM
Moscatolov-
er89

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Same here in Tn. Only private parties allow byob

Mar 23, 2012 at 4:56 PM
Roanoke

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Bob was just recently allowed here in Virginia. I always enjoy finding some good bottles and heading out when that is possible.

Mar 23, 2012 at 6:03 PM
Curt Dahl

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NYC has very few BYOB but NJ has tons.....glad everyone liked the interview!

Mar 23, 2012 at 6:59 PM
steven-
seeuwen

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Plenty of BYOB in NE PA.

Mar 24, 2012 at 4:46 PM
handman613

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Even in NYC, you may be able to BYOB. All you need to do is ask (and pay a corkage fee). I have brought my own wines to a number of TOP restaurants, first checking their wine list and picking a vintage they don't have in stock. Generally when I do that, I start with a cocktail and often order a bottle of their white wine.

Of course it's a lot easier in NJ!

Mar 26, 2012 at 1:05 PM