— One can't just decide to be a vintner, and then conveniently become one. There are dynasties at play. — That isn't true in California. — I rest my case. — You're a snob. — Am I? — It limits you. Bottle Shock Steven Spurrier Jim Barrett wine prejudices narrow-mindedness
— I was surprised by the quality of California wines. And their originality. In the Napa Valley, there is interest in experimental methods. To avant-garde methods. — What's he saying? — Where I come from, they call it a left-handed compliment. But I don't think they have a name for it in England. It's too embedded in their culture. Bottle Shock Steven Spurrier Bo Barrett Maurice (Spurrier's customer) wine Englishmen compliments
— Why don't I like you? — Cause you think I'm an asshole. And I'm not really. I'm just British, and, well, you're not. Bottle Shock Jim Barrett Steven Spurrier Englishmen dignity overconfidence