Interesting article. But while I no longer drink, I used to and I drank wine. I do not consider myself an educated wine drinker, but I do know what I like when I drink it. To me, the only good wine was a wine I like to drink and was pleasant to my taste buds. I did not care what it costs, where it comes from or any other nonsense (in my opinion) from so called wine experts. Just one former drinkers opinion.
What a true aspect of why wines are truly great! Well-written! Yes, I completely agree about the contextual element when reaching back in memory for a “best of the best,” Dan…This includes responses to, “What is your favorite restaurant?” Or “…. most memorable meal,” when returning in mind as a food writer…
Interesting article. But while I no longer drink, I used to and I drank wine. I do not consider myself an educated wine drinker, but I do know what I like when I drink it. To me, the only good wine was a wine I like to drink and was pleasant to my taste buds. I did not care what it costs, where it comes from or any other nonsense (in my opinion) from so called wine experts. Just one former drinkers opinion.
Thank you for sharing this important perspective to remember.
What a true aspect of why wines are truly great! Well-written! Yes, I completely agree about the contextual element when reaching back in memory for a “best of the best,” Dan…This includes responses to, “What is your favorite restaurant?” Or “…. most memorable meal,” when returning in mind as a food writer…
Thanks for your astute validation, Toni! Context cannot ever exceed great wine, but great wine can be damaged by circumstance.