Some just get it
By now you guys know wine is a central part of my life and very personal. From value bottles I grab at the retail stores to collector bottles found on weekend get aways, I am always plotting to match the right bottle with the right occasion.
Last week a few friends dropped by our home before going out to dinner. We were given a beautiful cult Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa. I am sure my eyes twinkled when my friend handed me the bottle. I thanked him and began to plot in my mind – who, when, where, what time? Would I cellar it for 1 more year or 5?
Then reality kicked in, “Should we open it now?”
Why is it when wines are given as gifts – it is so personal? If you are a collector of hundreds of bottles or even a few, you understand the feeling.
Of course we opened it immediately … thanks Brian & Jess. See you soon!
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I know the feeling. You coming out in February for Writers Symposium?
May there be many more fine gift bottles over the holidays.
Bedst, Tot
It was all the more delightful shared with you guys! Look forward to more adventures in wine!
You know when you love wine when your eyes twinkle at the sight of a fine bottle of wine. I love to share a gift of wine with friends.
Tor, what is your favorite wine you have been given as a gift?