Tasting Flight 5/22/06
Queen of Grapes
Germany’s 24 year old Wine Queen has travelled the world to promote her country’s great wine and rich winemaking history. Rieslings have enjoyed their royal benefactor - who gives an interview in Turkish Daily News.
You’re Fired
It may have no Donald. And it will premier on PBS. But, that doesn’t mean wine lovers around the U.S. won’t love and watch the upcoming Reality-TV show called “The Wine Makers”. The show will take a team of six and follow them as they attempt to make and sell their wine - from viticulture to vinification to sales and marketing. And, they are still casting - so head to an open-call near you. (Bloomberg)