Bottlenecked 

An old rival of Neal's issues a challenge to re-create a rare bottle of wine owned by Ben Franklin.

Director:

Phil Abraham

Writers:

Jeff Eastin (created by), Jeff Eastin

Stars:

Matt Bomer, Tim DeKay, Willie Garson

Cast

Episode cast overview:
Matt Bomer	...	Neal Caffrey
Tim DeKay	...	Peter Burke
Willie Garson	...	Mozzie
Natalie Morales	...	Lauren Cruz
Tiffani Thiessen	...	Elizabeth Burke (credit only)
James Rebhorn	...	Reese Hughes
Sharif Atkins	...	Clinton Jones
Kate Levering	...	Grace Quinn
Ross McCall	...	Matthew Keller
Byron Jennings	...	Sir Roland Cattigan
Raquel Almazan	...	Rita Campos
Mallory Jones	...	Auctioneer
Dina Drew	...	FBI Agent #1
Michael Logan	...	FBI Agent #2

Storyline

Neal accepts his equally masterly rival Matthew Keller's challenge to re-create an extremely rare bottle of Bordeaux wine once owned by Ben Franklin. Initally unwilling to act without legal cause, Burke agrees someone with Neal's skills without police guidance is better stopped altogether. Keller however thinks ahead, perhaps even further then Neal and Mozzie.

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Plot Keywords:

b word | apology | chess | vintage wine | wine auction | 

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Genres:

Comedy | Crime | Drama | Mystery

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Certificate:

TV-PG

Did You Know?

Trivia

First appearance of Neil's long time rival Matthew Keller. (Played by Ross McCall)

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Goofs

When Neal opens his door for Peter, Peter's head is tilted up and he's biting into a slice of pizza. After the cut his head is level and his pizza hand is down.

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Quotes

Peter Burke: This can't be good.
Reese Hughes: Why does everyone say that when I walk into their office?
Peter Burke: Do you have good news?
Reese Hughes: No.

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Connections

References Seinfeld (1989)

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

23 February 2010 (USA)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Jeff Eastin & Warrior George Productions, Fox Television Studios

Technical Specs

Runtime:

43 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital (5.1)

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

16:9 HD