Robert Klute wrote:
> On 24 Dec 2004 10:23:37 -0800, "Dr. Dog" >
> wrote:
>
> >I have a bottle of this in my cellar.
> >1) Is it most likely vinegar by now?
> >
> >2) Is it worth anything?
>
> It still should be good, if it has been cellared properly. It is
> getting old, so I wouldn't let it breathe before tasting, it will
fade
> quickly.
>
> I have seen it being rated all over the map. Parker doesn't like it,
> but then again I only listen to Parker if I want a BIG wine. It's
> estimated value at auction is also all over from ~$100 to ~$400.


Many thanks. I had thought, though, that 1970 was a good year for
claret. Was I mistaken?

Dog