Wine lessons

Apparently, consumers in the UK have been conned by the various supermarkets' wine deals.

One wine importer has said: "I often find myself touting a £7.99 wine that will actually sell mainly at £3.99. The idea is that people will believe it might really be worth something in between those two prices - perhaps £5.99. It's not. It's worth £3.99 and not a penny more." In other words, anyone who pays full price for it is being very badly ripped off.

Come on. Are you really surprised?

I loved the wine deals. I may have been duped into picking particular wines each week because of the huge "SALE!" labels. But along the way, I've got to try many different wines from different countries.

I've learnt never ever to have another Chenin Blanc, from anywhere in the world. I just hate it - too acidic.

I know I prefer European gewurztraminers, because of their stronger lychee scents and thicker texture. Tho the best I've tried is a 1997(I think) Canepa from Chile. Anyone knows where I can find the 1998 Canepa in Singapore?

Then the Cabernets. White or red, I avoid them. Just don't like, don't know why.

And somehow, the Tesco finest champagne is much better than the Moet et Chandon or the Piper Heidsieck. Indeed value for money.

Looking forward to visit London, and having another taste of my all-time favourites.

White: Hungarian Tokaj.

Red: Nama wine from Santo Winery.

Or is anyone going to Hungary or Santorini any time soon? :P