I used to think those guys who smelt the wine and spoke about 'bouquet' and wine that tastes of 'strawberries with a hint of oak and citrus' were talking crap, but then, during my student days, I worked in a wine shop and had to complete a number of courses etc and really developed an appreciation. I still remember most of it today and often impress people with my wine knowledge (most people just grab whattever from the supermarket and don't really understand it). I don't drink anymore, and the only thing I miss is the occasional glass of good wine. Are you a red or a white man Sage? I'm definitely a red fan.

My favourites are (or were) pretty much any Chilean Merlot or, if I was having white, I used to enjoy a South African Chardonnay called 'Arniston Bay' (great with ANY seafood). Bulgaria also made some good reds, and at the time I was working, Australian wines were the big thing, but things change so quickly and a country that was producing good wine a year ago might not be anymore, so I guess none of that really helps.