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Wine Quote by Ernest Hemingway

“It was a very Corsican wine and you could dilute it by half with water and still receive its message.” quote by Ernest Hemingway
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““It was a very Corsican wine and you could dilute it by half with water and still receive its message.””

Ernest Hemingway

About This Quote

Source Interview: Quote from a 1960s interview

The wine is so strong that even diluted, its character remains evident.

In simple terms: Strong things stay recognizable when weakened.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate core qualities despite dilution.

Themes

wine perception strength

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

metaphorical observational

When to use this quote

  • tasting wine
  • marketing
  • product testing

Key Concepts

flavor profile authenticity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this say about authenticity?
  • Can strength be measured by dilution?
A Different Perspective

Dilution may mask subtle notes; not all qualities survive.

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