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GOLDEN CITY DAYS Friday, September 5 to Sunday, September 7 Pick up your parade entry form at the Rossland Chamber of Commerce or email < m ai lt o : d i re c t or @ ro s s l an d . b c l i br ar y. ca>director@rossland.bclibrary.ca for a copy. Plan to build your outhouse and enter the outhouse races - contact Mike at 362-5244 for info. Start collecting your unwanted items for our community white elephant sale on Sept. 7. If your group would like to organize and host an interactive family-friendly event during the GCD weekend, contact Terry at rbrinson@ telus.net. KIDS HOUR AT THE MUSEUM July 30, 2-3:00 pm @ the Rossland Historical Museum. This week: Railways. Children aged 7-10. Admission is $2.00 per child. Call the museum at 250-362-7722 for more info. ROSSLAND MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL AGM Wednesday, July 30, 6-8 pm @ Rockcut Pub The Rossland Mountain Film Festival season is looking for volunteer board members. For
GOLD FEVER FOLLIES July 1 – August 23 @ The Miners Union Hall Showtimes: 3:00 and 7:30 pm Tuesday through Saturday. Come and experience two great local attractions for one price! Purchase a Golden Ticket and enjoy the Rossland Historical Museum and Golden Fever Follies for $20 as well as receive a load of great discounts from local businesses. Tickets are on sale at the Rossland Historical Museum.
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RCAC MUSIC IN THE PARK 7pm @ The Gyro Park Gazebo, Trail. Admission by Donation - $2 min. Contact: 250-364-3003, info@trail-arts.com July 24 Jason Thomas returns to the Music in the Park Stage at the head of a country & country rock band. Join us for an evening of old and new familiar tunes. July 31 Clinton Swanson and Friends with Kelly Fawcett brings together four long time musical friends to collaborate on an eclectic repertoire of originals and covers in the styles of blues, R’n B, soul, and jazz. PUBLIC HEARING Monday, August 11, 7 pm @ Council Chambers City of Rossland OCP - Ammendment bylaw no. 2573 re: snowmaking. View a copy of the proposed bylaw online at www.rossland.ca.
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ROSSLAND MOUNTAIN MARKET Thursdays June 5 to October 2, 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Downtown between NDCU and Ross Vegas. Your weekly dose of fresh, local food.... and plenty of arts and culture! Live music every week. ULTIMATE FRISBEE Saturdays May 24 to Oct 18, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. @ Jubilee Field (RSS school) in Rossland. Tuesdays 5 p.m. @ Trail Middle School fields Ultimate is a team frisbee game. Beginners welcome! Pick up games are FREE!
OPEN MIC NIGHT Tuesdays 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Join us every Tuesday and strut your stuff up on stage! With a new host every two weeks its gearing up to be a season of fantastic new talent and great music. Sign up sheet located in the foyer of The Flying Steamshovel. TEEN NIGHT Tuesdays 6-8 p.m. @ the Rossland Public Library JIVE FOR BEGINNERS Tuesdays 7 p.m. @ the Miners’ Hall Every Tuesday night at the Miners’ Hall at 7 p.m. Cost is $5 for adults and $3 for students. CHURCH OF DIRT Mondays May 12 to Sep 29, 5:30 p.m. Come out and get dirty, meet great folks young and old, and add to our fantastic trail system. No experience needed - just a passion for our local trails. Contact Scott at scotfor@ gmail.com for more information. ROSSLAND SENIORS Monday 1:30 p.m. Seniors Art Club meets. Contact Edith at 250-362-4477. Monday 7:00 p.m. Rossland Quilters Guild meets. Contact Dayanne at 250-362-7727. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Rossland Old Time Fiddlers play. Visitors should contact Richie or Audrey at 250-362-9465. Thursday 9:30 - 11 a.m. Seniors stretching exercises and morning tea and snacks.
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Appoint a candidate The Executive Committee of the Liberal Party of Canada’s South Okanagan-West Kootenay Riding will hold nominating meetings on Saturday, July 26 to appoint a candidate in the next federal election. Federal Liberal Party members from the riding will have an opportunity to acclaim the candidacy of Connie Denesiuk. To accommodate the far flung members of the large new riding there will be two meetings that day, the first at 10:00 a.m. in Rossland. The meeting will take place at the Red Mountain Resort Day Lodge at 4300 Red Mountain Road. The second meeting will be held in the Atrium at the Ramada Inn Pentic-
ton at 1050 Eckhart Avenue West at 4:00 p.m., to be followed by a wine and cheese gathering. Connie Denesiuk grew up and was educated in the South Okanagan. She served for 19 years as a trustee on the Okanagan Skaha School Board and she is a past President of the B.C. School Trustees Association. Currently, she is Vice Chair of the Okanagan College Board of Governors. She is also a director of both the Summerland Chamber of Commerce and the Summerland Credit Union. Connie is a partner with her husband Bob in a construction business. They have four children and three grandchildren.
Reminder: stay out of reservoir The City of Rossland has sent out a press release reminding residents and visitors that the Ophir reservoir and dam are off limits. “The integrity of the dam and the quality of the water is being compromised by people and vehicles,” stated the release. “Please stay out of the reservoir and off of the Ophir dam.” It is considered trespassing to enter the area and according to city bylaws, anyone caught trespassing can be fined
up to $2,000. The city’s drinking water is stored in the dams and the City of Rossland wants to keep the water as clean as possible. “Our drinking water is all fed from surface streams in the area and stored in two earth-built dams,” said the release. “The cleaner and less contaminated and polluted we can keep our watershed area, the safer and more hygenic our drinking water will be.”
A pie to die for DANIELLE CLARKE Rossland News
Two vendors submitted their pies to the judges last Thursday at the Rossland Mountain Market’s (RMM) Berry Festival. Points were given for taste, appearance and originality. Between two pies, three judges and a bunch of locally grown berries, the winner was hard to choose. Kristen Renn, the overall winner of the competition, grew up in the states and loves baking. She submitted a tropical berry pie with mango, lime and strawberry with a homemade crust. Not only was the crust homemade, it also formed the shape of an octopus on top of the pie with peaches for eyes. The octopus went along with the tropical theme, explained Renn, who heard the judges were giving extra points for creativity. Renn is a vender at the RMM,
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her booth selling reused clothes that are ‘re-imagined.’ “I take old things and turn them into something new…who doesn’t like vintage stuff?” Renn asked. The second submitted pie came from Rossland’s own chocolatier, Trish Dyer of Mountain Nugget. Her triple berry pie won the judges over with its berry abundance and classic pie look. The raspberries, strawberries and blueberries all came from BC. Dyer offers pastries every Thursday at the RMM and in the shop on Fridays. The berry festival is part of the third Thursday of the month festival series put on by RMM. Continuing the series, August will be the corn festival followed by the tomato festival in September. For more information go online to, www.rosslandmountainmarket.com.
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Left; Kate Harrison Whiteside captures the view of Rossland during her gyrocopter tour of the area with pilot Kit Harrison. Right; Sue Harrison, navigator, gets ready for her role on their take off from Trail Airport for return journey home to Manitoba.
‘Flying motorcycle’ lands at Trail Airport Gyrocopter tours Rossland and Trail during western Canada trip Kate Harrison Whiteside Rossland News
Made famous in movies like Mad Max and James Bond, the gyrocopter, or ‘flying motorcycle’, is still an unusual sight today. So when Kit and Sue Harrison flew in and out of Trail airport recently in their ‘Blue Angel’ gyrocopter, the viewing area was host to a number of people wanting to get their first look. The Harrisons, visiting family in Rossland, landed their German Cavalon Auto Gyrocopter at Trail Regional Airport on their return flight from Nanaimo, BC to Brandon, MB. They had joined about 80 planes flying with the sixth annual Century Flight Club of Canada annual cross-country tour a week earlier—as the little gyrocopter that could. “We wanted to learn how to fly in the mountains and increase our travel awareness of other airports,” said Kit Harrison. “We think it’s been very success-
ful.” Kit, who flies, and Sue, who navigates, have logged nearly 200 flying hours in their gyro, nicknamed Blue Angel, in just over a year. The gyrocopter license is said to be the rarest in Canada, with records showing less than 30 issued by 2008. “It takes 45 hours of ground school, flight instruction and solo time—the same as any other private license,” said Kit, who got his license in 2012. “Sue is navigator. It’s very important to have a nav, and it’s great to have both people participating,” said Kit. “We use all the navigation tools —paper maps, iPads and GPS.” It was their goal for over a year to tackle the Rocky Mountains and long flights. The highest they flew on the trip was 6,500 feet and the lowest about 200 feet above sea level. “Everything you do is about being safe,” said Kit. “It’s an acquired skill, but when you’re acquiring it, you are all alone.”
“You cannot receive enough instruction,” said Kit. “This tour was all about increasing your safety in aviation, enjoying the fruits of safe flying and being part of a group who share the same interests.” “Flying into Trail is a challenge. It’s surrounded by ridges, more of a challenge to fly out of than into for us because we need to climb,” said Kit, who took his family on short flights around Trail, up to Rossland, over Waneta Dam and along the Columbia and Pend D’Oreille rivers during the visit. Don Goulard, Trail Regional Airport Manager, was on hand to greet them and provide details during landings and take offs. “The airport is keeping detailed records of all aircraft types, and this gyrocopter landing has got be the first of its kind since we began keeping records,” said Goulard. Both Kit and Sue enjoy lower scenic flying to the faster, higher altitude expe-
rience. “Building our confidence and getting rid of intimidations was important,” said Sue. “For me, the mountains were most interesting,” said Sue, who hasn’t been in the region in the summer months for many years. “The tranquility of flying along a valley and all the natural beauty was incredible. That was the difference with everyone else on the tour, we were taking the time to enjoy the ride.” “Once we learned how to do something new, we were saying ‘Wow we can do that,” said Sue. Some airports they landed at had no staff, and then Kit spoke to other pilots in the region to find out what was going on. “There are great smaller airports in the region. Basically they are a gas station for us,” said Sue. “Some gave us an airport car to go into town to get food and access to their club houses. They are quite open to the safety and comfort
of fellow fliers,”she added. Enroute they landed in Swift Current, Lethbridge, Cranbrook, Castlegar, Oliver, Hope, Nanaimo, Qualicum, Victoria International, Chilliwack, Grand Forks and Trail. The flight plan home included plans to stop in Creston, Swift Current and maybe one stop in between, depending on weather. They have been keeping a careful eye on the wind, weather and warnings – such as smoke from fires. “We wanted to experience the procedures at an international airport,” said Kit, referring to their flight into and out of Victoria. “As it happened, Victoria was the least busy of all the airports we landed in. You have three air traffic people guiding you in.” “After this, we’ve flown from the middle to the other side of the country in a gyro,” said Sue. “This gives us the confidence to see more beautiful countryside. And not just here in Canada.”
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Few can argue that mental illness touches everyone. There are, of course, those with the diagnosis. Then there are their children, siblings, parents, friends and co-workers. Even complete strangers are often hit with the ripples, as society is forced to bear the burden of missed work days, medical visits, inadequate treatment options, etc. It doesn’t matter that research has led to many strategies and treatments that, when adhered to, can help sufferers live productive, even normal, lives. Perhaps if it felt easier to talk openly about mental illness, things would be different. For those directly affected, it can feel simpler to try to ignore the reality–to keep the door closed and the windows shuttered, so to speak. Not the healthiest approach, really, but common nonetheless. And while time has led to strides in the realm of mental illness, it has done less for society’s acceptance of it as a disease. Many worthwhile stories do not get told in these pages because of the stigma attached to mental illness; the fear people have of being branded by going public with their struggle. Mental illness are still two words that, despite so-called progress, few afflicted with the likes of depression or schizophrenia or paranoia dare to mutter outside–sometimes even inside–their immediate family. Many of these individuals are parents, siblings, friends or colleagues of those living with a mental illness. A few are those individuals themselves, who have taken that brave step into the spotlight. No one should feel the need to hide something they cannot control. The reality is, many of us share the blame for the fact so many people do.
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Fresh flavours and familiar faces at the farmers market There is nothing like fresh picked corn with kernels so crisp, or the smell of vineripened tomatoes, harvested at their peak and purchased from a local farmers market. With over 125 farmers markets spread across British Columbia, chances are there is one near you! Items available at the market change with the growing season. Buy your favourite foods each week
but try something new too. If your local market is like my favourite one, there are often free samples, so you can try before you buy. Try preparing your veggies in different ways such as on the grill, pureed in a soup or blended in a smoothie. The options are endless! Fresh herbs are also a great find to add to your favorite recipe. Markets are as different as the communities they serve.
Some are festive events with artists, musicians and a huge variety of fresh produce and locally made products. Others might feature a few stalls with one farmer supplying most of the produce. Besides providing an abundance of locally grown vegetables and fruit to help keep you healthy, markets also contribute to the health of the community. They are a great place to socialize,
enjoy the fresh air, listen to some music, and meet the farmer that grows your food. Local farms employ local people - when you buy from a producer in your area, you support the local economy. This summer check out the markets in your area. Visiting a market makes a great outing for kids, seniors or out of town guests. Some communities even offer free public transpor-
tation to the market. Don’t forget to bring bags and a cooler for the trip home! Are you wondering where to find the closest market, what is in season or if your market offers the Nutrition Coupon Program? Perhaps you need a recipe? Check out the BC Association of Farmers Markets’ website at http:// www.bcfarmersmarket.org/ before you head off to the market.
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More forest already burned than in average year jeff Nagel Black Press
Wildfires in B.C. have already burned up more forest than has usually been lost in recent years, with many weeks of hot, smoky action still expected for firefighting crews. Fires have burned 172,227 hectares since April 1—more than the average of 141,000 hectares burned over the previous 10 years. “It has been quite busy,” fire informa-
tion officer Navi Saini said Tuesday. “The danger ratings we saw for the last two weeks were the highest we’d seen since about 2010, which was the last busy fire season.” In 2010, B.C. lost 337,149 hectares and spent $212 million fighting 1,673 fires. Evacuation orders were issued for several communities that year. There have been 652 fires so far this year and 128 of them were considered active as of Tuesday.
The provincial government has so far spent an estimated $80.7 million and more than nine times as much area has already been burned as the 18,259 hectares all of last year. About 60 per cent of the fires so far have been caused by people—a high proportion—but Saini said that’s typical early in the season, because lig ht ning-sp arke d fires tend to pick up later in the summer. Cooler weather and rain this week
is helping ease the wildfire risk in much of the province, but Saini said a high pressure ridge is expected to rebuild by the weekend, bringing a return to warm, dry conditions. Thousands of residents were ordered to evacuate due to wildfires earlier this month near West Kelowna and Hudson’s Hope, where BC Hydro dams that generate much of B.C.’s power were also evacuated but continued to operate.
Local painting in progress Embracing the elements, Brad Waring added to his canvas outside the Rossland Art Gallery. Waring is a conceptual artist who has been painting in Rossland for many years. For a look at another piece of his artwork check out the Rossland Art Gallery at 2004 Columbia Ave. Rossland. Danielle Clarke Photo
Nelson & District Credit Union is calling members that are interested in representing the Rossland community branch on the Board of Directors. One opportunity is available for a candidate to fill the vacant position: - Director from the Rossland Representative Area Expressions of interest must be received no later than Thursday, July 31, 2014.
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It’s the time of year when many of us enjoy cooking outdoors—in parks, campgrounds and back yards. This pleasurable summer pastime of casual dining also provides ideal conditions for outbreaks of foodborne illness. Foodborne illness peaks during the months of May through September because of barbecuing and outdoor eating. E. coli, Salmonella and Campylobacter are examples of some of the many bacteria related to handling raw meats and other perishable food items. That’s why it’s vital to be sure items are refrigerated, well cooked and handled with care. Outdoor chefs should keep food safety in mind as they are preparing summer feasts. These four words can help you reduce the risk: Clean: Wash your hands with soap and warm water before and after handling food. Wash all dishes, cutting boards and counters with hot soapy water. A spray bottle containing 1/2 tsp of chlorine bleach per litre of water can be used to sanitize these items. Separate: Keep raw foods away from cooked foods to avoid cross-contamination. Store raw meat at the bottom of the fridge or cooler to prevent juices from dripping onto other foods. Always use a clean plate when taking cooked meat off the barbecue. Cook: Properly cooking food will kill harmful bacteria. Cook all meat to the appropriate internal temperature—see Health Canada’s Safe Internal Cooking Temperatures chart (http://www.healthycanadians.gc.ca/eatingnutrition/safety-salubrite/cook-temperaturescuisson-eng.php) for more details. Use a digital food thermometer to measure the inside temperature of cooked meats. Once cooked, keep hot foods at 60ºC or hotter until ready to serve. Chill: Always thaw meat in the fridge, microwave, or under cold running water – never at room temperature. Do not let cooked food sit out at room temperature or in the sun for more than two hours. Cool any leftovers right away. Finally, keep cold foods cold at 4ºC or lower. For more tips, go to Interior Health’s website for the Life Begins at 40 degrees brochure or Health Canada’s Summer Food Safety Tips www.healthycanadians.gc.ca.
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Full of wildflowers and vibrant colours, the Seven Summits trail is open again for this season. With cooler temperatures over the past couple of days, it is the perfect getaway for an active adventure close to town. Take your mountain bike or simply go for a hike and admire the stunning views. Stew Spooner of Kootenay Columbia Trails Society says that the trail is in great shape this season. “We had the crew, of three workers, putting in twelve full days of clearing the trail before this season,” he said, adding “it is hard work because it is remote and difficult to access.” The crew had to remove rocks and move windfall and left the trail in premium condition. People are coming to town just because of the trail—well worth a visit.
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After ten months of local youth support and planning, the first year of Rossland’s Youth Action Network (YAN) has come to an end. The YAN is a project administered by the City of Rossland with funding from the Columbia Basin Trust’s Directed Youth Funds. Their goal is to provide youth with relevant, interesting and
engaging programs and events. With this year’s purchase of a new 3D printer, a session of four workshops began. “It’s a pretty amazing program,” said Pam Shirley who is with Rossland Recreation. The workshops were well attended and the youth were very interested in learning about the 3D printer and how to use it, Shirley ex-
plained. This state-of-theart printer supported youth in creating designs and learning how to 3D print. The sessions were held at the Seven Summits Centre for Learning, for youth between the ages of 12-18. To learn more about the YAN or to find out what’s coming up, check out their website, http:// www.rosslandyan.ca or search for them on
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Just over a year ago Rossland welcomed two new owners to Café Books on Washington St. The couple, Evans and Laura Rora, moved here from Romania for something new without ever being in the business of books before. The whole family has always loved books and for that reason felt comfortable taking over the store in Rossland. “The purpose is not the profit but to do something that we really like,” said Evans. A year prior to their arrival into Canada their daughte,r who will be attending Crowe this fall as a Grade 12 student, traveled to Rossland
as an international student for the ski racing program. After doing well both academically and athletically, her parents made the bold move of leaving their home and taking over the book store in Rossland to stay together as a family. “I arrived (in Canada) on Friday and started business on Monday,” said Evans. One of their worries upon arrival was getting to know people in the community but that has all changed now. “We find that Rossland people receive us wonderfully…it’s creating a connection with the newcomers without even knowing it…After one year I can already say that it is a wonderful place
to be,” said Evans. Their success has led to customers from other communities requesting a second location.
The purpose is not the profit but to do something that we really like, It is very big news then, that after several requests the couple intends on opening
up another shop in Castlegar within the next two months. “This is a successful business especially for small communities,” explained Evans. With their new shop in Castlegar the couple hopes to improve upon a few key concepts such as increasing the area for moms and children, a study area including more study books, an art and crafts section as well as including stationary items, toys and gifts to sell. The couple is very excited about opening up in a new location but intend on staying in Rossland. Café Books is open seven days a week from 8:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. for anyone interested in going in and seeing what all the fuss is about.
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La dolce vita Ta s t i n g a l e g e n d Lorne Eckersley Black Press
For many years I have wondered about the true value of a dessert wine that is often displayed behind glass in some of the better wine shops I have visited. Could Chateau d’Yquem really be worth the price, which ranges from several hundred to many thousands of dollars, depending on the vintage? Moreover, what does it taste like? The thought that it could be a sad occasion that would allow me the privilege of opening a bottle and sipping its contents never crossed my mind. Chateau d’Yquem (de-KEM) is a Sauternes, located in the southern area of Bordeaux known as Graves. In the Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855 it was designated as Premier Cru Superieur, or superior first growth, and was the only Sauternes vineyard to earn the rating. Nearly 160 years later it remains in high demand, selling for pretty crazy prices. The wine, typically honey gold in colour (but can age to a darker brown and still remain drinkable), is complex and concentrated, with a desirable acidity that keeps the sweetness in balance. That sweetness comes as the result of grapes being affected by botrytis, the “noble rot” that dessicates the fruit and intensifies flavours. Chateau d’Yquem has been a vineyard since at least 1711 and was passed
through marriage when a d’Yquem mademoiselle married Count Louis-Amedee de Lur-Saluces. The Count died three years later and his young wife focused her energy on improving the estate. The Sur-Saluces name remains on the wine labels to this day. Chateau d’Yquems caught the attention of Thomas Jefferson, who considered it France’s best wine. He ordered 250 bottles of the 1784 vintage for himself, and purchased more for George Washington. The balance of sweetness and acidity, along with winemaking practices, help ensure it lasts in the bottle. Robert Parker awarded one bottle a perfect 100 points in 1996. Stunningly, the bottle was of the 1811 vintage. Another bottle from that same vintage sold in 2011 for $117,000 US, the highest price ever paid for a white wine. In 2013 a 100-bottle vertical (100 bottles of consecutive vintages) was put up for sale privately for just short of $200,000 US, an insanely good value if you ask me. About 10 years ago, Klaus and Rita Kuhnlein immigrated to the Creston Valley from Switzerland. Among the possessions they had shipped over was a split (or 375ml) bottle of 1989 Chateau d’Yquem. I got to know Klaus and Rita when he became a Rotarian, and we later would be part of an informal wine club here in Creston. He often spoke about that bottle of Sauternes. Two years ago
Klaus was struck by pancreatic cancer and had a near-miraculous recovery. After a harsh series of treatments his health returned and the cancer was no longer to be found. For the next year he and Rita enjoyed every minute of what he described as a gift of life. Occasionally, he spoke of opening the bottle. Earlier this winter he visited my office and said he and Rita wanted to share it with my wife and I, and that he was looking for a source of pate de foie gras, or goose liver sausage, which is considered the classic pairing with Sauternes. Within weeks his cancer returned with a vengeance, though, and he valiantly entered into yet more treatments. The luck of this brilliant and eminently loveable man had run out, though. The treatments were having no effect and were stopped. He had a few more weeks at home, but in June he went into hospice to spend his last few days. We talked about many things, but not about the d’Yquem. He had given Rita instructions, though. She was to share the bottle with Angela and I. Recently, on a Tuesday evening, we made the drive to their home on a mountainside, bringing with us a mutual friend and an assortment of goodies, including pate de foie gras I bought on a trip to Calgary. The four of us opened a bottle of red wine and sat around the table, chatting and snacking.
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Then I opened the lightly chilled 1989 Chateau d’Yquem and poured the golden liquid into small glasses. We made toasts to Klaus and to friendships and passed around the pate as we sipped. The wine was spectacularly pure—a sip would suggest that a teaspoon of honey had just entered one’s mouth, but the expected thick sweetness didn’t materialize. Perfectly balanced with just a hint of acidity, it had a light, ethereal quality that made me think it was somehow destined for the heavens. Hints of pineapple, flowers, vanilla, apricot, peach and spices
were tantalizingly subtle, and the wine remains as fresh as if was made last year. I have no doubt this would be a vintage that if well cared for will last a century. It was a great privilege to drink from this bottle. Of course we would have much preferred that we were able to share it with Klaus, but our evening with Rita and that Chateau d’Yquem will serve as a reminder that we should not take our own mortality for granted, that we should seize the moments as they are presented to us. And that we should treasure the memories of a wonderful friend.
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