Sideways

I finally finished reading consilience. I started reading Sideways just because it is about an oenophile.
Slightly disappointed that the book makes fun of Merlot which is one of my favorite wines.

I dont know why, but the last 3-4 times when I tried ordering Pinot-Noirs, I ended up asking for Pinot-Grigios. I am not a big fan of white wines. I long for rich, full bodied reds. I like the tanin to be low.

More to come on sideways as I read more.

Talking about wines, its hard to find good affordable wines in Madras. The state government's decision to centralize all alcohol sales under its marketing department sucks. I understand that this is a big revenue stream for the goverment but why not levy a special tax on alcohol but let retailers sell them.