James May: New Oz and James's Big Wine Adventure Season starts October 16 - Page 13

Shawn · January 8th, 2008, 11:35 PM

^ I know... didn't think the joke would bomb so bad. They look so much alike, but obviously I'm kidding. Duh.

BigDaveDogg · January 8th, 2008, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Shawn

^ I know... didn't think the joke would bomb so bad. They look so much alike, but obviously I'm kidding. Duh.

Don't worry, I got it. I'll +1 you for your efforts 8)

Roberto · January 8th, 2008, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Shawn

^ I know... didn't think the joke would bomb so bad. They look so much alike, but obviously I'm kidding. Duh.

Yep, totally over my head! Don't quit the day job images/smilies/drums.gif

whodunnit · January 9th, 2008, 03:43 AM

either way, this season was epic. now heres hoping for an australasia or africa visit next from these two

matyas · January 9th, 2008, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Shawn

^ I know... didn't think the joke would bomb so bad. They look so much alike, but obviously I'm kidding. Duh.

Just shows that people don't have a sense of humor when posting after 2am images/smilies/tongue.gif

I liked this series, but I think the first one was a little better. My favourite episode was 7.

"With the greatest of possible respect, your winery is not posh, is it?" images/smilies/lol.gif

Anyway, I am hoping they make another season. South American or Australia would be nice.

Seasonone · July 16th, 2008, 05:52 AM

Does anybody know what the wine James claims is the best he's ever had is? I feel like buying a good bottle to match my rubbish "bottles you can get for a 10er" just in case one of the ladies of the forum come over and i need to impress (skylock katwalk we can get drunk and find out where Viper lives and go harass him!!! images/smilies/smile.gif

) I thought he said his name was John Olden but I am having trouble with that. It was the guy that finally convinced James grapes grow different in different soil. They were red wines and they mentioned syrah/Shiraz grapes but that was earlier and I don't know how much went into his blend.

EDIT: I found out who it was, it was John Alban and I emailed them asking what it was but I don't have much faith in a reply, anybody happen to see a James article where he mentions the blend?

Labcoatguy · July 16th, 2008, 06:08 AM

http://www.bbc.co.uk/food/tv_and_rad...bout_two.shtml

The official show website; hope it's somewhat informative.

skylock · July 16th, 2008, 06:29 AM

My goodness, imagine my surprise to just be clicking around and find a post with my name on it with apparently an invitation to come over and have a bit of wine and make mischief. LOL

I remember the wine you are talking about Seasonone, but can't remember what it was. If I get a chance, I will try to watch that episode tonight and get back with you. It depends on how busy we are.

skylock · July 16th, 2008, 09:17 AM

OK, Took me a while to catch the name but it is John Alban.

Alban Vineyards
8575 Orcutt Rd.
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
USA Map
Phone: (805) 546-0305 Fax:
Wine Production: 5000 cases
Wine Region: San Luis Obispo - Paso Robles

I couldn't find where you could buy online or a place that even told you what they had to offer, so I suppose it would mean a phone call if you really want it.

I imagine you could just ask for the wine James May said was the best wine he had ever had.

Seasonone · July 16th, 2008, 04:51 PM

I got a reply;

Hello,
I believed that wine to be the 2005 Lorraine which is 100% syrah. That wine will be released next year and there is a long waiting list for it. Perhaps you may come across it on the internet--good luck and thanks for contacting us!

July 16th, 2008, 05:52 AM	#246
Seasonone Joined: Jun 30th, 2008 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Portland, Oregon USA Age: 24 Posts: 718 Car: RB25 "silvia" Rep Power: 19	Does anybody know what the wine James claims is the best he's ever had is? I feel like buying a good bottle to match my rubbish "bottles you can get for a 10er" just in case one of the ladies of the forum come over and i need to impress (skylock katwalk we can get drunk and find out where Viper lives and go harass him!!! ) I thought he said his name was John Olden but I am having trouble with that. It was the guy that finally convinced James grapes grow different in different soil. They were red wines and they mentioned syrah/Shiraz grapes but that was earlier and I don't know how much went into his blend. EDIT: I found out who it was, it was John Alban and I emailed them asking what it was but I don't have much faith in a reply, anybody happen to see a James article where he mentions the blend? Last edited by Seasonone; July 16th, 2008 at 06:05 AM..

July 16th, 2008, 06:29 AM	#248
skylock Not A Dude Joined: Jun 3rd, 2006 Last Online: 01:36 AM Posts: 645 Rep Power: 42	My goodness, imagine my surprise to just be clicking around and find a post with my name on it with apparently an invitation to come over and have a bit of wine and make mischief. LOL I remember the wine you are talking about Seasonone, but can't remember what it was. If I get a chance, I will try to watch that episode tonight and get back with you. It depends on how busy we are. __________________ Judy People were crashing cars long before Top Gear existed. James May Only seven people have looked the Stig straight in the eyes. They are all dead now.

July 16th, 2008, 09:17 AM	#249
skylock Not A Dude Joined: Jun 3rd, 2006 Last Online: 01:36 AM Posts: 645 Rep Power: 42	OK, Took me a while to catch the name but it is John Alban. Alban Vineyards 8575 Orcutt Rd. Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 USA Map Phone: (805) 546-0305 Fax: Wine Production: 5000 cases Wine Region: San Luis Obispo - Paso Robles I couldn't find where you could buy online or a place that even told you what they had to offer, so I suppose it would mean a phone call if you really want it. I imagine you could just ask for the wine James May said was the best wine he had ever had. __________________ Judy People were crashing cars long before Top Gear existed. James May Only seven people have looked the Stig straight in the eyes. They are all dead now.

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