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Please help ... moving wine to new house

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Thom

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Oh geez, a problem everyone should have. I'm fortunate to be moving after 17 years, but I'm concerned about my cellar. About 300 bottles, many 80's ... for example: 83 Margaux, 82 Silver Oak Napa, 84 thru 87 Dunn Napa and Howell Mtn. 85 Ridge Montebello, 89 Lynch Bages, 90 Angelus, 90 and 91 Laurel Glen Sonoma, etc. plus lots of nice drinkers, Ravenswood Zins, Marietta Old Vines, Trentadue Petite Sirah.
Needless to say, I'm worried ... what can I expect from this move? What's best method of transport? It's about 45 minute drive. Will the wine "recover" and how long does it take? Some are ready to drink now, some need lots more time.
Any input appreciated.
Thom

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Re: Please help ... moving wine to new house - triodesteve 20:21:03 04/02/04 (1)
You have quite an investment, so take of it. I would get a lot of used cases from the local liquor store, rent a van, and do it myself. A mover could have those bottles sitting in the truck for 12 hours or more...and if it's hot.... Do the drive early in the am when it's cool if you live in a hot area. Other than that, I wouldn't worry to much, anything that's unfiltered may need some time for sediment to settle back down. Enjoy.
Steve
- Re: thanks .... - Thom 14:04:42 04/03/04 (0)
  Seems I'll be ok ... thanks for the tips. I do plan on moving myself ... I guess an hours drive shouldn't upset them too bad after all :)

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