Our local wine makers' exhibition.
Just shortly after we arrived here last year, we went to the annual Winetasting ( Weinkost in german ) here. That was around the same time, that we were digging and carrying and working jolly hard on our house. So this Weinkost was like a Nirvana for us. ( Actually, as I don't drink, more for Bob ).
They have this clever system, where you can buy a wrist bracelet for 15 Euros, which entitles you to taste as much and often as you like. Last year, Bob tried as many wines as he could, and he has been counting down the months to this year's !
So, last night we went to the local hall, where they had a wonderful set up. There were 56 different wines to taste, and just to line your stomach, food could be had too ( just as well ). Bob's eyes were sparkling and before you knew it, he was getting his first tasting.
Every table had a list with all the wines provided, explaining the wine and corresponding them with numbers. A very clever idea, because after the fifth or sixth taste, one tends to loose the plot a bit. The ingenious few were armed with a pen, to mark off each one tasted and that's how Bob kept count !
Our region's wines are well balanced, full of character and clean. The bouquet of most are enticing on it's own ( as I don't drink, I tend to whiff up each aroma ), with some of course better than others. For me, it was so interesting to see the whole wine making process completed. This whole year I have been privy to this wonderful cycle of wine making. Seeing the farmers tend to their crops in the various growing phases, the harvesting and all its inherent activities, and now the savouring and enjoyment of the wine. A real privilege !
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Bob can't wait to use his bracelet.
Rare photo of us together, as I am always the one taking them !
Bob is deciding on his next tasting...
Everyone had a great time towards the end of the evening !
Great to see everyone.
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