a little survey of experience

[rentech]

Just personal interest. Don't worry guys I'm not about to sell you out, I myself am just starting to develop my taste in wines, and I just want to learn a bit more about the source of all the information that gets posted to this board. To answer my own question:

1. I'm just beginning my exploration of wine.

2. My girlfriend and her parents sparked my interest in wine by sharing with me a bottle of 1982 Pichon Longueville Lalande. I was amazed that a beverage could just transform in my hand as we sat there. I never realized that wine could be so fun. So that's why I'm here.
3. I'm originally from the bay area (CA), but am currently an undergraduate student here in NY. Not really wine-related, but it's all I've got.

4. 1997 Louis M Martini cab with yummy gouda left over from the last time I went home.