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On 2 Jan 2004 07:29:23 -0800, (JEP) said:
] "Tom S" > wrote in message om>...
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] > (2) Hold the glass by the stem - never the globe. Wine glasses have stems
] > to keep body heat away from the wine. Holding the glass by the globe
] > defeats the purpose of the stem, makes unsightly smears on the glass and
] > marks you as a rube.
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] I strongly disagree. Whites are (IMHO) commonly served way too cold. I
] frequently find myself cupping the bowl with two hands to warm the
] wine to release the aromatics.
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Andy and Tom,
I think this is one of those where manners must occasionally meet practicality.
This subject just came up the other night, as it happens...
What Tom says is certainly true from the Emily Post perspective. Also, with
very delicate glass, one can lift the bowl from the stem! I've the unfortunate
experience of doing this, when young, with one of my Dad's 18th century
venitians (no not california). He was nice about it but since I always lift from
the stem. I imagine some of the Reidels could come apart like that too.
But, if the wine is too cold, a little hand warmth can really help. Like Andy
I rarely remember to "chambrer," and in any case (as well known to afw regulars!)
my house is very cold. So with our regular glasses we don't hesitate to
cup them, and the wine appreciates it.
-E
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Emery Davis
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