PaigeM wrote:Though I much prefer drinking wine to reading about it, I've found one written guide that's a great complement to everything Robin produces. It's called "Oldman's Guide to Outsmarting Wine : 108 Ingenious Shortcuts to Navigate the World of Wine with Confidence and Style"
http://www.amazon.com/Oldmans-Guide-Out ... 286&sr=1-1
But really, the best method is to have an open mind and try everything! For years, I said "I just don't like white wine" -- I guess because I consumed too many crappy Chardonnays -- but the inclusion of Sauvignon Blanc on some Sonoma tasting flights changed my mind fast. And remember, your tastes will change over time. That's what's so great about learning wine: a producer's wine, and your reaction to it, will change by year and even by day. Have fun!
I've fallen prey to the same issue...I felt the same way about whites FOR YEARS... but lately I've slowly come to appreciate Sauv Blanc and now Pinot Grigio's...