Comments on: Wagnerians vs. Martians

By: Rand Sealey

Rand Sealey — Fri, 14 May 2010 00:09:11 +0000

According to this post, I must be a “martian” in my approach to wine reviewing. I have tasted hundreds of wines over the past year or so and definitely find a correlation between quality and price. Wines under $20 generally can be quite good but the best wines almost always turn out to be $30, $40 or $50 a bottle. Furthermore, I have found a higher incidence of “corked” wines in the lower priced category.

That said, I do agree that there are plenty of fine, enjoyable wines that need not be expensive. Chateau Ste. Michelle and Columbia Crest do a great job at that. And there are small wineries that turn out fine values for under $20. I don’t want to single out any here because there are so many deserving of mention, so send me an email and I will send a list of recommendations.

By: Ms. Drinkwell

Ms. Drinkwell — Tue, 11 May 2010 17:00:30 +0000

I very much enjoy your posts. Always well though out, well researched, and well written. After this one, I’m curious to check out A History of Wine in America and your forthcoming book. Any others you would recommend?

By: David Graves

David Graves — Tue, 11 May 2010 16:48:07 +0000

Anyone interested in wine should have a look at “The Brady Book”, a collection of writing by Roy Brady. His insights into California wine after World War II are invaluable. I am reminded of it by recalling his accounts of visits to Martin Ray’s winery–yikes! Ray was as we say, a piece of work.

By: Ezequiel

Ezequiel — Tue, 11 May 2010 04:01:18 +0000

Outstanding blog! Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge and keeping our passion for wine alive. Who fully understands the process of wine from the vineyard to the table will learn to love wine for ever. Wine is a God’s gift.