The Politics of Wine in 18th-century England

https://www.historytoday.com/archive/feature/politics-wine-18th-century-england

by pepys • 5 years ago

69 16 5 years ago

Having been a wine collector and sometime winemaker I found this fascinating. Claret is truly a cultural force of its own but I'm pleased its power is waning as a tastemaker. (Although less so in the states).

If anyone cares for wine advice AMA even though it is all bullshit there still is good and bad wine which is a strange combination.

monetus2• 5 years ago

Have you tried aldi's $3 wines?

scns• 5 years ago

The 3€ Cabernet-Sauvignon from Calfornia is sold for 5€+ in a different bottle at more "upscale" supermarkets. Burlwood IIRC.

thom• 5 years ago

Thoughts on screwtops?

poulsbohemian• 5 years ago

I live in Washington's wine country. A recent quote from a winemaker I spoke with who produces both their own labels and those of other labels: "If consumers would accept them, we'd do everything in screw tops." His reasoning is exactly what you'd expect: cork taint is real, it's difficult to reseal with a cork in the event you don't drink the entire bottle, and if the bottle is going to be cellared for a long time the cork will play a role in how it ages. Plus they seem to be aware of the environmental side + cost of using cork. Synthetic corks are a middle ground that according to the winemakers I've spoken with have the same basic issue - consumers equate natural cork with a higher quality product (at least in the US - apparently in Australia it's entirely screw tops).

hammock3• 5 years ago

Why do you hate claret/bourdeaux?

hammock3• 5 years ago

As far as collectible wines go, do you see Bordeaux's star falling and what is rising in your view?

arminiusreturns• 5 years ago

Any tips for enjoying Madeira or info on some quality brands that can be found?

The Politics of Wine in 18th-century England

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