> I would conclude that there is NO utility in sniffing the cork
> Other than checking to see if the brand on the cork is correct, there is
no
>
This is mind-boggling. Do people really switch bottles? I'm going to sound
like an old-world reactionary here, but surely not??

Please say so if otherwise - I've always dreamed of going to America just
for the massive steaks but if I can't trust the wine then let me know!