A Year in the Life

One of the things that I love about wine is that there is always so much to learn.
This passion for learning (some may say obsession) contributes to the rather extensive wine library that I keep at home.
As I was putting some notes together for a presentation I am giving, I came across one of my favorite wine quotes.
“every single bottle represents a year in the life of somewhere.” (Matt Skinner)
In addition to being an insightful statement about terroir (more about terroir another time), this statement echoes some of my feelings about tasting and appreciating wine.
1. Be respectful of the juice
2. Give credit to the effort that goes into producing every bottle.
and, most importantly …
3. Slow down
Take the time to get to know your wine. Smell the wine. Really get in there, and not just once. Great wine will