A few decades ago it would have been absurd to suggest that a California wine could match the quality of a French wine. But in May of 1976 the wine world was changed forever due to the now famous Paris blind tasting. Nine French judges choose a California Red and White wine above its leading French contenders.
Today we sit down with George Taber, author of the new wine book: “Judgment of Paris”. George a reporter for Time Magazine represented the only press coverage for the event. Hear about this unbelievable story, the rise of California as a world power in wine and how the effects of the Paris tasting are still being felt today.
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The GrapeRadio Crew, Mike Grgich, and George Taber.
Patricia Gallagher, Steve Spurrier (the event organizer) and Odetter Kahn.
Wine being poured blind.
Odette Kahn, Raymond Oliver, and Jean-Claude Vrinat.
Aubert de Villaine.
“Judgement of Paris” Author, George Taber
I loved this book. California and French wines are my favorite. Just wish I had Jay’s champagne budget.
I have been enjoying this book for a week. What a great read. I can’t wait to turn on my ipod and take a listen.
Jessica, I have found some great buys in Champagne in the $50-$60 range. A great deal of money (to me) for sure, but still not in the range of the $100+ bottles that I drool over in the store.
Jay
Jay,
Very True!
Epecially at some of my favorite wine merchants here in NYC.
Thanks-
Jessica
A vertical tasting of Ridge. I would love to try the same tasting.
Jay