Bottoms up
I like a nice Burgundy as much as the next chap, but I have an old friend who, when we meet for dinner, orders confidently from the bottom of the wine list every time with little consultation. We then split the bill, of course, which is becoming rather stressful on my wallet. How can I avoid this happening on repeat without seeming like a cheapskate?
Establish where you will be dining and check the restaurant’s wine list. Then go to your merchant and buy a bottle of Côte de Nuits that could reasonably be priced at £1,000 more than
