Starting this month I'm beginning a post series called, "Hey Keith, Help!" A friend and wine mentor Keith Wallace, owner of the Wine School of Philadelphia has graciously agreed to answer my wine questions when I'm in a pinch!
I didn't think it was possible, but recently I'm experiencing some wine "burn-out". Instead of reaching for my favorite adult beverage, I'm gravitating towards my second favorite, beer. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE beer and even brew it from time to time, but running a wine blog has certain responsibilities. So, Hey Keith, Help, I'm getting burnt out on wine. What should I do?
Keith: "WTF, burnt on wine? Actually, it is rather common for folks in the wine industry to get burnt out. Apparently, its effecting our wine tasting gurus in the blogosphere, too. Wine burn-out usually means that the fun of drinking wine has evaporated, and its become a chore. Lets bring the fun back! We need to get you back to drinking wines that will be fun and vibrant and exciting. The secret weapon here is German. A Kabinett Riesling from Mosel, in particular. I would recommend one from Dr. Thanisch.
If that doesn't do it, then its time to bring out the wine equivalent of shock therapy: a bottle of Chateau Beausjour 2003 Saint Emilion Grand Cru. Make sure to decant it about two hours before serving. That will do it."
Thanks Doc Wallace, I'll give this a shot. At the very least the medicine to cure what ails me is more wine!
For more on the Wine School of Philadelphia and to read an excellent wine blog visit, Free Wine Ratings and Wine Tasting Reports from Philly's School of Vino
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