1998 Remirez de Ganuza Reserva

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Hello SusieQ,

Cloud 9 had some nice collectibles in a cabinet at the back of the store... since I've not been in Calgary for a little while I'm not sure what they have in stock now. But, things are about to change since I'll be there next Friday. [img]http://www.wines.com/ubb2/smile.gif[/img]

The nice thing about being a novice wine drinker is that there is a LOT to learn and the more you know... the more you realize you don't know. So, I feel I'm very much a wine novice too. [img]http://www.wines.com/ubb2/smile.gif[/img]

My advice to you is to taste, taste, taste... and attend as many formal presentations on wines as possible. We were fortunate enough to attend a presentation given by Janis Robinson back a year plus ago at Diva @ The Metropolitan Hotel in Vancouver. It was a most enlightening experience and I learned oodles from her. I'd encourage you to attend these presentations.

Also... talk to the different wine merchants and learn from them. One fellow who is really knowledgeable about wines (in Calgary) is Richard Harvey at Metrovino. He knows his stuff! [img]http://www.wines.com/ubb2/smile.gif[/img]

In regards to your cellar, if you're serious about collecting wines, do yourself a favor and buy a proper wine cooler. I know they "can" be a hefty investment but then... so are your wines! Some coolers are better than others so do your due diligence. Eurocave units are pretty nice but they also come at a pretty hefty price! My particular cellar runs at a constant temperature of 55 degrees...

Above all.... have fun with wines!

Cheers