Yes, I think there are three levels. Master of Wine is either the first or second. The top one is Master Sommelier.
Okay, sorry for the bad info.They are entirely separate qualifications actually. Not part of the same track. Similarly tiny groups of people though.
Brun. The guy is a genius. I’m also really fond of Aladame, albeit at the luxury price of $30.
Many years ago, I had a bottle of that at a back patio lunch with my favorite Syrah producer. His 11 year old son (now grown and a famous producer) came by and sniffed his dad’s glass and took a swig. The kid looked genuinely puzzled. “This tastes like a Beaujolais, but it’s white!” That’s how terroir-driven this wine is. The antithesis of Napa Valley Chardonnay. Hope you enjoy it- we’re looking forward to being back in Chambers Street’s shipping range shortly.Thx - I'll add his Beaujolais Blanc to an order.
Is that for real? I'm trying to imagine fitting that machine into his winery!
Yep, it is for real: french company now expanding into Switzerland.Is that for real? I'm trying to imagine fitting that machine into his winery!
Wow, that's terrific! I wonder if it's available here in the US... J-P was always interested in packaging- he was an early adopter of synthetic corks when I was in that business. Now I need to find his Cuvee Ancienne in a box to complete my transitioning to total alcoholism.Yep, it is for real: french company now expanding into Switzerland.
https://www.bibovinoswiss.ch/fr/blancs/29-chardonnay-classic-jp-brun.html
52 bucks for 3liter box
The BiB (bag in box) is apparently much more environmentally friendly, the wine does not oxidize thanks to the non-return valve at the tap! According to their web site 40% of wine volume sold in France is now in BiB. Once open, the wine is good for 6 or more weeks.
BiBoViNo focuses on wines with strong terroir recognition. The brand is targeting restaurants who then sell by the glass.
I havn't gotten used to the wine box on my counter top yet, but have friends who have adopted it. I also look into the bottle to gauge and stop my drinking. A box like that might prove too tempting for constant re-fills.
Judges get judged. In serious tastings you taste blind the same wines for a few times over a period of several days. Taster who gives the same ratings to wines every time gets higher marks and is on an invite list. Second best is the one who marks the wines at least with similar marks. The rest don't get invited back.
You must be thirsty. Here, one of my favorite songs:I don't drink at all. So, no matter how great a wine may be in the taste/smell, they are all aweful to me.
You must be thirsty. Here, one of my favorite songs:
Kiddin' aside, do you avoid only wine or all alcohol?