Originally Posted by
gfunkdave
I guess we'll have to agree to disagree. If the wine isn't exceptionally old, variations between bottles are usually nonexistent.
If the wine in question is, say, a 1971 Romanee Conti...then yes, I'd probably want a clean glass on ordering a second bottle...and I'd probably also want a winning lottery ticket to pay for it.
I'll agree with you, the variations are usually nonexistent. I have however on several occassions been able to taste a slight variation with some wines.
Regarding the '71 Romanee Conti....I'd gladly bring clean glasses to your uncorking!!!
Cheers!