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| Lancatay Cab |
It’s a problem...an indefinite dilemma that bothers even the savviest of consumers. It really has nothing to do with type, or any formality that may exist in this leviathan info-tract culture of ours. Forget the difference between soft tannins, or sweet ones; see if possible, past the truest representation of the “cepage,” in your glass. Who really bothers anymore in knowing how “ullage” is clearly defined, or when to ruminate on whether “unctuous” means anything at all. I’m not whizzing by and throwing verbal orts at you, but on the transverse, I believe none of it is important as trying to figure out what “value” means in wine. I don’t know exactly what it pertains to anymore. Considering that the disposable term has become less of a word and more of a painful onus, buyer’s bouts of denial have led them to manifest projects where self-esteem is temporarily renewed in the purchase of cheaper bulk items; good deals are somewhere, and looking for them are people who think that anything above the eleven-dollar mark is purely unacceptable and not worth exhausting any bit of one’s bravado.
Well...that’s a definite yes and no, but what people are so afraid of is, to supersede the $10.99 mark. Some tend to think the inherit problems in buying anything “expensive” belongs somewhere above this price point and an immaterial line is drawn to represent it. I have no problem with reasonable wine, but there’s solace for those who don’t feel it’s necessary to go above and beyond the preternatural task of buying say; Hmmm, I don’t know, something that’s fifteen bucks or more? Fine, if you’re interested, then there’s plenty of courage to muster in finally going with something cheaper and thoughtfully crafted.
| Andes Torrontes |
Take a Torrontes from Sur De Los Andes. I might have used them as a blind creditor to my critical examples before on some level, but here they are again, but this time, it’s with a white wine instead. After all, you can’t blame an excellent producer can you? Crisp, floral and touching on some feathery notions of young cassava and honeycomb, it’s a good chance that I can bring this home and have my guests wondering on how much it costs and why I make overwhelming attempts in compulsively lying to those I talk to. Red is important too, so I figure you deserve some highlights on that as well. Not surprisingly, Argentina has a way with me and I can’t seem to ignore the basic fact that since the country has outstanding wine for the money, it falls prey to talks about thriftiness. Still, at least I picked this Cabernet from Lancatay as the second participant in this lovable charade of mine. It’s all mocha, all black currants and the berries to spare, but with that ignominious touch of oak that’s rolled into a genuine flavor-bomb. In keeping with my accord, it’s too sexy for just $10.99 and I don’t have the marbles to get over it.
Is there really a proof positive example of good wine for the money? Despite what we spend, isn’t there some “aftereffect” that occurs when money is exchanged for goods and other dealings? In all of our opinions, whether or not something is cost-effective, or not, does it make sense? Of course, no one wants to be relegated to spend one-hundred dollars for one bottle, but I assure you, It’s worth it if you know what you’re doing. On the opposite, it still helps if you know a little something about what your buying at any cost. The chief thing to understand though, is that reasonability is the key to moderation and enjoyment of most everything. Which is something I’m likely to bank on if It really meant something to me. My advice would be to make friends with a trade specialist who can get you on the floor of a wine expo.
Well, after all, that’s how I usually drink for free in any event.
Brian Maniotis
Wine Warehouse Team
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