On Oct 14, 5:34*pm, "rec.crafts.winemaking"
> wrote:
> Hi Kids!
>
> It's been a long time since I've hopped in this newsgroup. *Starting
> 15 gallons of Chardonnay with a friend and thought I'd check in for
> tips, info, and assistance (as needed).
>
> It's nice to see familiar names and acquaintances still active, but
> where is Tom S.? *I don't see any posts by him. *I see the other
> familiar resident experts, but where is Tom?
>
> Maybe I didn't dig deep enough in the posts and replies.
>
> -Paul

He is alive and well, he just doesn't post here much anymore. Usenet
in general has fallen off and this group is no exception. He
answered a whole lot of questions on Chardonnay so the archive are a
good place to start.

Joe