Chapter 2
Last weekend when I went out for wine, I grabbed what I like. I didn’t feel like trying something new; I didn’t care how it paired with what I was eating, or what others thought about the wine I chose. I just wanted to sit down with a glass in my hand and enjoy. Since I began this blog, I’ve been going out of my way to expand my knowledge and palate. It’s been nice, but I think I’m going to settle into a routine that’s a little more…me.
I drank the same beer for close to twenty years. I never really felt the need to change. I’m a very pragmatic person. It was nice to walk into Spec’s and pick out exactly what I wanted and leave. I didn’t need any help; I didn’t wander around aimlessly for a half-hour second guessing my decisions; I didn’t buy something I didn’t really care for and have to drink it anyway. I was in and out. I spent my night conversing with my wife and listening to music. Relaxed.
Don’t worry, this is not the end of JohnnyWino by any means. Quite the opposite. I began this journey a little over two months ago. We’ve been through a few twists and turns, along with several bottles of wine. In the process, I’ve learned a few things about wine, but even more about myself. I’ve rediscovered my love for writing, something that had eluded me for several years. I’ve reaffirmed my fondness for wine. I’ve reexamined the social contexts that are associated with drinking wine. I’ve reevaluated my direction as a wine drinker.
To those who have been with me from the beginning, thank you for sticking with me while I created and developed a persona for this JohnnyWino character. He will continue to be there to inform and entertain in his own special way. However, he will become less of the folktale legend I originally envisioned, and more of the everyday guy that I am. For those who have recently found JohnnyWino. Stay tuned. JohnnyWino will never change the world, but he’ll do his best to put a smile on your face and keep you thinking.
August 7th, 2008 at 10:20 pm
The vast majority of wine that I buy is wine that I have had before and I like. Or, a reliable palate has recommended it.
August 8th, 2008 at 9:53 am
For some reason I had it in my head that I had to try something new every time. That left too many variables. I’m still going to try new stuff, like that Torrontes, but not all the time.
August 12th, 2008 at 2:13 pm
I float from familiar to experiment with the accent on float all the time…