Posted: Wed Jan 04, 2006 5:50 pm
OK, I've raised a hornets nest, but I don't feel stung!
Rovani may be a nice guy, but his comments on the '03's were loaded with meaningless rubbish (remember "ceiling wax" ??)
Pardon me for being blunt, but it's hard to take a guy seriously when he comes out with that sort of crap.
I can transcribe the passages in RP 6th if people need convincing, - but not tonight!
Suckling and Mayson produce reviews that I respect and can relate to. Broadbent is fascinating for the historical perspective, and an invaluable reference for older wines.
Parker was a great crusader when he first appeared, publicly denouncing those commentators who were corrupted by the producers.
In most respects his influence has been beneficial, and I certainly wouldn't describe him as the Mugabe of the wine trade - the good apple gone bad.
But he does have some very strong opinions that I do not believe are conducive to the best interests of the VP trade.
Tom
Rovani may be a nice guy, but his comments on the '03's were loaded with meaningless rubbish (remember "ceiling wax" ??)
Pardon me for being blunt, but it's hard to take a guy seriously when he comes out with that sort of crap.
I can transcribe the passages in RP 6th if people need convincing, - but not tonight!
Suckling and Mayson produce reviews that I respect and can relate to. Broadbent is fascinating for the historical perspective, and an invaluable reference for older wines.
Parker was a great crusader when he first appeared, publicly denouncing those commentators who were corrupted by the producers.
In most respects his influence has been beneficial, and I certainly wouldn't describe him as the Mugabe of the wine trade - the good apple gone bad.
But he does have some very strong opinions that I do not believe are conducive to the best interests of the VP trade.
Tom
: I (for now, convince me I'm wrong!) just disagree. I love a good discussion!