>Gotta say that these sorts of in-your-face,
>what-do-you-think-of-the-colonies-now wines might give a European
>pause for considerable comment--not necessarily positive.

Not that Ian needs excuse for comment, but he IS carrying a lap-top and should
be able to hook up once in awhile to post some notes, perhaps from someone
else's e-mail address.

I also opened, but did not note a 1974 Taylor's LBV that was still kicking, a
1987 Mirassou Late Picked Riesling, and a NV c. 1980 Beaulieu Muscat de
Frontignan from my racing days in California.

Oh yes, and a 1994 Leflaive Meursault to wash down a small dinner after
Friday's large lunch.