I well recall visiting wineries in Bordeaux in 1973 with my husband and three young children. We were living in France at the time. Each winery visit included arriving at a home without fancy signs outside. Vineyards outside. We knocked on the various front doors and were invited to descend to basement spaces. There, the winemaker (always a gentleman) poured wine into glasses and offered water to the children. We spoke French and compared notes about the vintages. Usually we purchased a bottle or two of wine. Simple, friendly experiences…. Quite different from today’s tastings.
I well recall visiting wineries in Bordeaux in 1973 with my husband and three young children. We were living in France at the time. Each winery visit included arriving at a home without fancy signs outside. Vineyards outside. We knocked on the various front doors and were invited to descend to basement spaces. There, the winemaker (always a gentleman) poured wine into glasses and offered water to the children. We spoke French and compared notes about the vintages. Usually we purchased a bottle or two of wine. Simple, friendly experiences…. Quite different from today’s tastings.