Whoa, A Legit Grinch Stole Some of French Laundry’s Best Wines on Christmas Day
You’re a mean one, Mr. Grinch (and a drunk, too).
Thomas Keller announced on Twitter and Instagram that the French Laundry — which closed last week for renovations, to reopen soon — was the target of some serious wine thievery this Christmas. In fact, Eater reports, the estimated price of the 76 bottles stolen range from $3,250 to $7,950 on the French Landry’s wine list. Hoooo boy.
On Christmas day @_TFL_ was the victim of a robbery. Specific wines of specific value were stolen: DRC & Screaming Eagle (1/3)
— Thomas Keller (@Chef_Keller) December 30, 2014
We have complete trust in the authorities leading the investigation & welcome any information our community may have (2/3)
— Thomas Keller (@Chef_Keller) December 30, 2014
We are confident that if/when any stolen bottles appear in public they will immediately raise red flags. Email: media@tkrg.com w/info (3/3)
— Thomas Keller (@Chef_Keller) December 30, 2014
Only one man could every really understood how sh*tty of a situation it is, and that’s ol’ Julian Van Winkle — of the often looted, coveted Pappy Van Winkle bourbon.
@Chef_Keller @chef_keller welcome to my world
— Julian Van Winkle (@jvanwinkle4) December 30, 2014
So far the word’s been mum on whether these boozy Grinches have been caught, but Keller has asked for those with information to email the French Laundry with tips.
[Inside Scoop SF h/t Eater]
