Tasting Flight 6/14/06
World Wine Cup
Japan, not performing particularly well early in the World Cup, needs something to toast. The country has reported a huge increase in demand for German white wine, presumably related to Germany’s hosting the World Cup. If you are watching soccer this week, grab a bottle of German wine too! (IOL)
Militant Winemakers of Another Ilk
Recall how Decanter referred to the disallusioned and rioting Bordeaux winemakers as “militant winemakers”? They may have been bested by the new generation of wine militants - the Australians. An Australian grape grower, amidst the glut in grapes, was caught plotting to bomb a winery. He figured he could make the attack look like a terrorist target. Luckily they caught him, although he didn’t sound so bright - a terrorits attack? (The Age)