Wine is one of the most civilized things in the world and one of the most natural things of the world that has been brought to the greatest perfection, and it offers a greater range for enjoyment and appreciation than, possibly, any other purely sensory thing.
Interpretation
Wine embodies the harmony of civilization and nature, enhancing sensory experiences.
In this quote, Hemingway expresses the dual nature of wine as both a sophisticated cultural artifact and a natural product, achieved to its utmost perfection. He suggests that wine provides a unique opportunity for enjoyment and appreciation beyond any other sensory experience, highlighting its importance in human life and culture.
In practice
During a wine tasting event, the host quoted Hemingway to enhance the experience.
He no longer dreamed of storms, nor of women, nor of great occurrences, nor of great fish, nor fights, nor contests of strength, nor of his wife. He only dreamed of places now and the lions on the beach. They played like young cats in the dusk and he loved them as he loved the boy. He never dreamed about the boy. He simply woke, looked out the open door at the moon and unrolled his trousers and put them on.
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Wine is the most civilized thing in the world.
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