I don't feel ripped off. I rarely pay attention to discussions that accentuate the cost, no matter the spectrum. Even less attention is paid when someone chooses to point out I've been "had". It's also strange to read about a "US palette", but I guess the NYC part can be confusing
As far as Hugo goes. Our only interaction with him was a hello at check-in and a wave when we walked by La Brigada the following day and he was outside
Hi BLV, I did not have any intention to say you were "had". Nor did I want to infer that as well (excuse my writing style) Price Quality Ratio with Wine is very subjective. Is a $800 peso wine 8X better than a $100 peso wine, I would think not. I just feel so many restaurants have promo pools that steer the clients in the wrong way. Your seemed to have refered to confirming that some places were overbooked, while some where full of tourists, and some were definite a no go. So I wanted to point out a spot that I liked after many lunches and dinners in BsAs (especially in light that I have been to all posted recently and to most on this board) Yes, I feel that our tastes in Wine generally are different than that of Argentine Consumers.Winemakers are starting to recognize that as well and are making more New World Style of Wines. Yes I do not know your palate but I do know that of the masses in the USA. As to steak are you Peter Lugars, The Homestead, The Palm or Tads
.. On the high end of the Argentine wine spectrum,the use of oak falls very short in most cases. Some are really good, and many are not. I have conducted several blind tastings of Argentine wine (in BsAs, MDZ and the USA) Results hands down are that the higher end did not deliver compared to the mid range wines. Glad you had enjoyed your dinner, and thanks for reporting the same. We are an eclectic group on FT. Many try to travel at different levels of cost, so my intentions are to assist the wide sweep. Local to me is always better than touristic spot. Just my humble opinion. Happy Eating and Safe Travels to all