Bruce wrote:

> On Fri, 19 Feb 2021 14:11:20 -0800 (PST), RichD
> > wrote:
>
> > Assuming there a few winos in this group...
> >
> > You visit someone you haven't seen in a while,
> > and bring a bottle of wine, as a gift, or to share.
> > However, you don't know their tastes.
> > What to buy? I figure, everyone enjoys bubbly, therefore
> > cava or prosecco? (I'm on a sub-champagne budget)
> > Or a fruity, simple rose?
>
> Many people like Chardonnay, except those who really hate it: ABC'ers.
> Anything But Chardonnay.
>
> Here ends my useful contribution.

I don't like Chardonnay myself much. Too 'dry'.