IF they did such a study, it might test their security- I'm a few miles
from CU headquarters!

cwdjrxyz wrote:
> DaleW wrote:
> > Thanks for report. I've generally found the Columbia Crest GE wines to
> > be very well-made, if not always exciting. Don't think I've had the
> > Edna chard, though it was recommended here(Midlife,Hunt, Dana? someone
> > west of me).
> >
> > Did the methods of preservation include smaller bottles?
> I did not notice mention of decanting into smaller bottles for
> storage. They did mention the trend toward 1/4 size 187 ml bottles for
> those who just want a bit of wine. They mentioned that the Stone
> Cellars Chardonnay by Beringer they tested and rated very good was also
> available in 187 ml bottles. And they mentioned that more better wines
> are now offered in boxes.
>
> The 4 preservation gadgets tested were the Wine Enthusiast Private
> Preserve(nitrogen can), Vacu-Vin Vacuum Wine Saver,
> WineKeeper(nitrogen), and Pek Wine Steward(argon). The first 2 gadgets
> cost about US $10, and the last two cost about $100 each. I would like
> to see this test repeated with a 1953 Ch. Margaux, a 1945 CH Latour or
> Mouton-Rothschild, a 1959 Yquem etc. They likely would have to used an
> armed security guard to keep someone from drinking these before they
> have a chance for a week of storage :-) .