Friday, July 20, 2007

Perks

I finally received my wine industry discount card, entitling me to a good percentage off wine produced at most of the wineries in New York state. And my tasting fee is gratis.


I stopped by one of the more popular wineries on Seneca Lake yesterday. After presenting my card, I asked the pourer how many tastings I’m entitled to.


“Oh YOU get to try however many you want...” She said with a smile. I glanced over at some of the other tasters and beamed with superiority.


Great, I’ll try your standard Chardonnay, semi-dry Riesling, and the sweet Riesling… oh and throw in a sample of that $25 Pinot Noir, the $30 Reserve Riesling, the $45 Meritage... and maybe some of that sold out Lemberger for kicks and giggles (I don’t even like dry, tannic reds!)


I left with what ended up being a $10 bottle of pretty darn good Riesling. I love Riesling.


I think this card is going to lead me toward more evil, than good.

Wednesday, July 4, 2007

bummer

i've gone into dietary detox (for health reasons) which includes the elimination of alcohol for 2 weeks! it's for the best, but rest assured that i will be back shortly with some great wine and music pairings. back soon, but please give a 'ello if reading... you are my inspiration, after all.