Whew, a lot in that post... pretty much spot on.
While I was thinking about placating/seducing/fooling...the public...I couldn't help thinking about an analogy with politicians... rather than doing what I feel they're supposed to do, they do/say what they think the people want to hear and have done to/for them.
I recall many efforts to fool wine drinkers over the years...the alcohol content 'issue' is, to me, a small matter...
just thought it interesting.
I recall Germans 'sweetening' their wine, in the 70's...and getting caught....and they were supposed to have had high standards.
I recall Italy fooling around w/their additives.
I also remember the bursting of the myth of European wine superiority...I think that was in the 70's also..they made a movie about it.
And yes, you're quite correct....there are a lot of wine snobs here in the US, and other countries....
That couldn't/can't actually taste their way out of a bucket, if they tried.
I don't profess to be an expert, but I know if a wine suits my taste, and mostly can tell the quality....to a point...
w/out looking at a label. I also am fairly good at pairing w/foods...to suit my tastes, of course.
In short, I enjoy a nice glass of wine.
I don't degrade those that can't tell the difference, ....unless...they're being snobbish.
Ultimately, for most folks, you're correct...the price point is v.important to most folks...
Both for the casual users...(on the modest prices)...and to the snobs, that like to brag about how expensive it is.
Also, styles come in and out of fashion...I recall when German Rieslings were out of fashion...I luved that..
It was a lot cheaper..lol.
Then, when the market collapsed after 2000...I grabbed some great buys.
Enough for now, cya later.
PS...
What are we going to do about the bee problem, it is getting worse. I bought a FlowHive from Kickstarter recently, for my own satisfaction, and to perhaps help the local bee population...
A mere drop in the honey pot...but, it's something.
PPS...
I made a batch of sparkling apple cider/wine last year....enjoyed it these past holidays...guests thought it was
'champagne'...it was pretty good...however, had another batch...that well...... |
