Understanding Wine Forgery

Understanding Wine Forgery
An exhibit from the William I. Koch Wine Authentication Report, Aug. 28, 2009, showing a 1799 Château Lafite bottle (L), concluded as counterfeit. On the right, an1800 Lafite for comparison. Koch v. Greenberg Public Record
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Benjamin Wallace, author of “The Billionaire’s Vinegar,” and New York Times wine columnist Eric Asimov join Francine Segan for a discussion about wine forgery: what it is, how widespread it is, what Thomas Jefferson and Château Lafite Rothschild have to do with it, and the high-profile Kurniawan case. The case’s presiding judge, Richard Berman, will make remarks prior to the start of the panel. A complimentary wine and cheese reception follows. Wed. Aug. 6, 7 p.m., at the 92nd Street Y, Lexington Avenue at 92nd Strret ($21).


“The Billionaire’s Vinegar: The Mystery of the World’s Most Expensive Bottle of Wine” by Benjamin Wallace.

For more information, see www.92y.org