Where It All Began

“Overwhelming” seems to be the best word to describe the way that most people feel when they are introduced to wine for the first time. This was exactly how I felt when I worked at my first job, an Italian restaurant, and was told that I needed to learn the subject.

To make things harder, I was only 18 when I began what seemed like a treacherous journey to understanding how wine worked. Not being able to taste the wine since I was underage felt like I was fighting an uphill battle. It seemed difficult enough to learn about the different aspects such as regions, varieties, and flavor profiles, but it also forced me to study harder to ensure I would be able to perform my job.

As time went on and knowledge was gained, the day finally arrived that I turned 21 and was able to taste the fantastic concoction made from a vast array of different grapes. All of a sudden it became easier to understand the different terminology and characteristics, such as tobacco or cigar box, that I had always thought wouldn’t exist.

The point that I am getting at with this initial post is that anyone can begin to learn about wine and the more knowledge you gain, the broader the horizons become. Cheers to the beginning of a great journey!

Courtesy of caliterraliving.com