All right, JPod, for heaven’s sake, all right.

Pataki—A charming little politician, aggressive without being bombastic. Some fruitiness at the center, shading off to pleasantly woody tones in the aftertaste. Well past its peak, alas; and those who are saving this wine for 2008 will be gravely disappointed.

Enhanced recission authority—Modest and unassuming, with some strawberry, blackberry, kiwi fruit and hints of asparagus. Cellarers with sound financial instincts will open and serve immediately.

Asbestos litigation reform—Past vintages never came up to expectation, but this time around the vintners may have got it right. A stringent and dry, of course, but if brought out at the proper moment, could seriously impact revenues of the competing ATLA vineyards.