rookie questions

[barnesy]

I use a super high tech system...

I have a blank writing journal, the large 9 by 11 jobby (bought in the clearance bin at Border's). In it, I write all the information from the label that I need to identify it. Then I write where I bought it. Finally, I talk about the wine. Basically, you only need to mention three things - color, smell and taste. Use whatever terms you feel comfortable with. As you get more accustomed to writing about wine you will see a general vocabulary that is used and incorperate it into your writing. I usually only include wines I like and wish to buy again in the future.

I also have a tiny pocket notebook that I use to write down stuff I see at the store that I may be interested in later and also recommendations from this board that I wish to try.

For under 10 bucks, you can get yourself set up with all the record keeping supplies you'll need till you get enough into it to devote the kind of money you need to assemble a large collection and then catalogue it. Develop whatever style you like. Its fun to read your early entries and watch yourself progress.

Barnesy