If wine is alive does it have a personality? Princes & Frogs Pairing

If wine is alive does it have a personality? I believe so! In looking back on past relationships and past loves I've decided to pair the men that have passed through my life with wines. Some are truly noble varietals from the old world, others defiantly fall into the new world of unusual wines that surprise you with good and bad things on the nose and palate.

Nose is one of the most important things for me, it can evoke memories ranging from my Dad's pipe tobacco to the funky smelling bum on the F train. Aromatic white being my favorite Gewurts always proves to be the start of something spicy, racy with a hint of playfullness that can be last for quite a while! Reisling's tend to be like great old friendships pleasant, sweet, unpredictable, fun, highly acidic, something I've come to rely on for a little peace, love & understanding in an otherwise unpredictable existance.

Just as important is the finish. Some are long & enjoyable leaving wonderful memories, medium finish is akin to short & fleeting relationships nice while it lasts but not a forever kind of thing. Others just seem to disappoint you leaving horrible tastes or just disappearing without notice after what would seem to be a good experience.

Some wines when you re taste them after a long period of drinking other things just don't seem to be to your taste anymore. You've moved on to more interesting things & what you once thought was enjoyable about this has become boring & predictable. While on the other hand there may be something you drink that has become like family. You love it no matter what, it's not always appropriate, fashionable or in balance but it's always there when you need some consistency & don't want to think so much about your choices.

My longest most loving relationship I compare to a nice old Bordeaux. At first it smelled a little like dog shit, but when I drank it I was hooked. Complex, warming, thoughtful while still being exciting enough to stay around for whatever was in store. The finish went on forever & will always fill me enough memories to remember all the good times.