Many thanks for your comment. I agree that wine labels can be difficult, but I am not sure if the problem only applies to emerging wine countries (be careful to say that to the face of Austrian winemakers though!). After all, how many wine drinkers would know where the Hermitage you seem to stock up at the moment comes from or from which varietals its is made? The French do certainly not give the impression they care much about making that too clear. After all, it is a Chablis Grand Cru, what more do you need to know?!
With regards to Austria I do agree though that they are not as well known in the UK as they should (considering how good Austrian wines are these days), and they could certainly profit from a well executed marketing/education campaign.
I am looking forward to reading your Hermitage reviews in 15-20 years from now!
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Re: Confusing label?
Hi David,
Many thanks for your comment. I agree that wine labels can be difficult, but I am not sure if the problem only applies to emerging wine countries (be careful to say that to the face of Austrian winemakers though!). After all, how many wine drinkers would know where the Hermitage you seem to stock up at the moment comes from or from which varietals its is made? The French do certainly not give the impression they care much about making that too clear. After all, it is a Chablis Grand Cru, what more do you need to know?!
With regards to Austria I do agree though that they are not as well known in the UK as they should (considering how good Austrian wines are these days), and they could certainly profit from a well executed marketing/education campaign.
I am looking forward to reading your Hermitage reviews in 15-20 years from now!
Torsten