Heard about Mondavi?

[lizardbrains]

I agree about the Budwiser/Coors comment. I think people just want to know what brand/type they like (ie: my parents - Beringer White Zin), and just stick with that. Ugh! But, hey, at least they're drinking something!

And regarding the notion about most wine being consumed within 24 hours of purchase... I think people either do that, or they store it for eternity and never drink it. I don't understand people who buy wine (ie: KJ, Beringer, etc. - stuff that is ready to drink when you buy it) and let it sit on a shelf in their kitchen (fully exposed to the light and heat) for years and years... as if it's going to taste better then? I want to tell them to shove it in the bottom drawer of their pantry at least!

And also... to add a little more to the mix... What is up with all of the wine cellars/refridgerators that are up for sale? (The ones from Costco, etc.) Do you think people really use those for wine? B/c most people I know either consume it within the 24 hours (as previously said), or store it for years and years with no plans to ever drink it b/c they're waiting for just the perfect occasion. *I* would use a wine cellar/refridgerator (if I had the room in my house, which I don't), b/c I appreciate wine and know when to consume what I purchase and I would like to store it properly. But I don't imagine that the average consumer in America really does. (JMHO)

Anyways... there are my random comments (unsolicited, but there they are!). :-)

-Elizabeth
P.S. I thought I should check in with you guys and see how it's going! Too bad about Mondavi. I detest Arbor Mist - my MIL actually believes it's a real wine! (gasp! gag gag!)

[This message has been edited by lizardbrains (edited 11-16-2004).]