Socialism run amok!

[Thomas]

Thraz,

Just like France, in the US the federal government controls wine regulations. The difference is that in France (and the rest of Europe) the regulations were set up to accomplish two things: try to prevent fraud and try to create regional identity.

In America the regulations were set up mainly to protect the government's tax revenue stream.

By looking at a shelf full of, say, Napa Chardonnay, you have absolutely no idea what to expect from any of them--they could have been produced in a variety of styles, and a variety of blends.

By looking at a shelf full of Burgundy whites, based on their location (Chablis, Meursault, etc.) you have a good chance at knowing what each might taste like.

Which system is giving you more information?



[This message has been edited by foodie (edited 07-09-2006).]