Trust Your Palate

I never want to come off as an arrogant prick. There are many who know more about wine than I do, and I consider this one of my life's works. As a life work, it will take a lifetime to conclude and I hope that it will bring me as much joy as it does now and that I will continue to learn until that last day. That being said, I know what I enjoy and I know what my palate considers to be a great wine. This has come from years of tasting and learning, but also from asking questions and seeking to understand what lies beneath the cork. You must trust your palate, but you also must learn about everything that goes into the wine you enjoy. This is the only path to understanding wine no matter what your taste preferences. This is the key to a true knowledge of wine and the key to moving beyond points and vintage charts. Ask questions. Talk to the vintners. The road may be long and arduous, but it is well worth the journey.