A question for Bob? I'm always interested in origins. Bob, was there a specific experience that made you think that the world of wine is where I want to spend my time? Would say something about it?
I agree with Bob. The ageing curve for Bordeaux wines is too damn long. I'm 71 and I'm not going to buy wines that have to age 10-20 years from now to be drinkable. I'm not that much of an optimist that I will still be around then. I tend to buy library offerings that are ready to drink or Spanish wines that aren't released until they are ready to drink. And, of course, I buy whites (such as Montrachet) that are also drinkable now.
I understand and do not fault you for your position on continuing to buy age-worthy wines. But unlike Robert Parker (both the wine guy and the late Spenser author), I do not have a body of highly popular writing to serve as my legacy. So I will continue to buy age-worthy wines (I’m currently almost 70 y.o.) and hope to try them when they mature, but recognize that nothing is guaranteed and so if I don’t ever have them, at least my boys can think fondly of me for however long it takes to drink through my modest collection.
So glad to get an update on him.
He looks well. That’s great.
A question for Bob? I'm always interested in origins. Bob, was there a specific experience that made you think that the world of wine is where I want to spend my time? Would say something about it?
Thanks Bruce! That’s a great question!
I agree with Bob. The ageing curve for Bordeaux wines is too damn long. I'm 71 and I'm not going to buy wines that have to age 10-20 years from now to be drinkable. I'm not that much of an optimist that I will still be around then. I tend to buy library offerings that are ready to drink or Spanish wines that aren't released until they are ready to drink. And, of course, I buy whites (such as Montrachet) that are also drinkable now.
I understand and do not fault you for your position on continuing to buy age-worthy wines. But unlike Robert Parker (both the wine guy and the late Spenser author), I do not have a body of highly popular writing to serve as my legacy. So I will continue to buy age-worthy wines (I’m currently almost 70 y.o.) and hope to try them when they mature, but recognize that nothing is guaranteed and so if I don’t ever have them, at least my boys can think fondly of me for however long it takes to drink through my modest collection.
Thanks Maury- cheers to you!
I am in your camp regarding Spanish wines though alas not in your league as regards Montrachet! Thanks Jim!
Ask Bob if he's up for a podcast interview with MJ Towler
I am surprised that he doesn't drink French Bordeaux or California Pinot Noir's. 20 years ago we drank Cab's, but now Pinot is our red of choice.