There are two motives for reading a book: one, that you enjoy it; the other, that you can boast about it.
– Bertrand Russell
Boasting first: I just finished Mark Oldman’s guide, Oldman’s Brave New World of Wine. And I very much enjoyed the wit and wisdom delivered by both Oldman and his crew of “Bravehearts” (wine pros and connoisseur celebs that he quotes throughout the book). Here’s one Braveheart, Mick Fleetwood:
“Wine encourages expression in a nice, ambient way. It is a helping hand, a titillation. Wine is very gradual and relaxing. It allows you to pause for thought. It doesn’t demand for you to have your mind made up.”
Agreed, although I’m mindful of the words of another celeb who isn’t quoted in the book: Axl Rose.
“I used to do a little,
but a little wouldn’t do it,
So the little got more and more.”
mpomy
/ September 29, 2010I had really hoped to find that picture of John McVie from the late 70′s where he’s hooked up to the wine IV, but no luck. And, of course, googling that revealed some pretty scary material.
Gillies
/ September 29, 2010Now that’s wine appreciation.
Mark Oldman
/ October 1, 2010Gilles, thanks so much for your kind comments. One of the great joys of writing the book was seeing the deep connection that musicians have to wine. Sammy Hagar, Mick Fleetwood, Alex Lifeson, Tori Amos, Al Stewart — there were so many great musical talents who were also passionate about the vintner’s art. Now, if I can only get “Mr. Brownstone” out of my head…!
Thanks again for writing about the book!
Best,
Mark
Gillies
/ October 1, 2010Thanks for stopping by, Mark, and for all the insight. Here’s to drinking bravely.