In Sheep’s Clothing Wine

The next version does not appear until three centuries later in the Hecatomythium of the 15th-century Italian professor Laurentius Abstemius. In his telling, ‘A wolf, dressed in a sheep’s skin, blended himself in with the flock of sheep and every day killed one of the sheep. When the shepherd noticed this was happening, he hanged the wolf on a very tall tree. On other shepherds asking him why he had hanged a sheep, the shepherd answered: The skin is that of a sheep, but the activities were those of a wolf.’ Abstemius’ comment on the story follows the Biblical interpretation: ‘people should be judged not by their outward demeanor but by their works, for many in sheep’s clothing do the work of wolves’.A number of recent CDs are titled A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing, although most are references to the idiom and the fable is not mentioned in the words of any of the songs. The same is true of many songs that have the phrase as their title. One exception is the lyric by Tackhead on their 1991 CD Strange Things, which uses the fable for a satirical attack on Capitalist entrepreneurs.

Another variant fable by Aesop is number 234 in the Perry Index. This concerns a wolf that regularly comes to view the flock, but never attempts any harm. Eventually, the shepherd comes to trust it and on one occasion leaves the wolf on guard. He returns to find his flock decimated and blames himself for being taken in. In neither case is there the suggestion by Aesop that the wolf disguised itself as a sheep.

The phrase originates in the Sermon on the Mount by Jesus recorded in the Christian New Testament: Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves (Gospel of Matthew 7:15, King James Version). The sermon then suggests that their true nature will be revealed by their actions (by their fruits shall ye know them, verse 16). In the centuries following, the phrase was used many times in the Latin writings of the Church Fathers and later on in European vernacular literature. A Latin proverb also emerged, Pelle sub agnina latitat mens saepe lupina (Under a sheep’s skin often hides a wolfish mind). Although the story of a wolf disguised as a sheep has been counted as one of Aesop’s Fables in modern times, there is no record of a fable with this precise theme before the Middle Ages, although there are earlier fables of Aesop in Greek sources to which the Gospel parable might allude.

Yet another variation on the disguise theme was included in the Cento favole morali (“100 moral fables”, 1570) of the Italian poet Giovanni Maria Verdizotti. In this the wolf dresses itself as a shepherd, but when it tries to imitate his call, it wakes the real shepherd and his dogs. Since the wolf is encumbered by its disguise, it cannot get away and is killed. This is the version followed in La Fontaine’s Fables (III.3). The conclusion both poets draw is the same as that of Nikephoros. The story entered the English canon under the title “The wolf turned shepherd” in Roger L’Estrange’s 1692 fable collection and in verse as “The Wolf in Disguise” in Robert Dodsley’s Select fables of Esop and other fabulists (1765).Zoologists have repeatedly compared predatory animals which make use of aggressive mimicry to a wolf in sheep’s clothing, including jumping spiders, lacewings, ant-mimicking aphids, hemipteran bugs mimicking chrysomelid beetles, bird-dropping spiders, orchid mantises, cichlid fish, and the zone-tailed hawk which flies with vultures; these animals have evolved to deceive their prey by appearing as other prey, or like angler fish and snapping turtles lure the prey by appearing as the prey’s prey.

Certain elements of this story are to be found in Aesop’s fable of the shepherd who raised a wolf cub among his dogs. When it was grown, it secretly reverted to type. If a wolf stole a sheep and the dogs could not catch it, the guardian wolf continued the chase and shared the meal with the marauder. On other occasions it would kill a sheep and share the meat with the other dogs. Eventually the shepherd discovered what was happening and hanged the wolf. What may be a reference to this story occurs in an anonymous poem in the Greek Anthology in which a goat laments that it is made to suckle a wolf-cub,A wolf in sheep’s clothing is an idiom of Biblical origin used to describe those playing a role contrary to their real character with whom contact is dangerous, particularly false teachers. Much later, the idiom has been applied by zoologists to varying kinds of predatory behaviour. A fable based on it has been falsely credited to Aesop and is now numbered 451 in the Perry Index. The confusion has arisen from the similarity of the theme with fables of Aesop concerning wolves that are mistakenly trusted by shepherds; the moral drawn from these is that one’s basic nature eventually shows through the disguise.The Greek fable is numbered 267 in the Perry Index. As in the case of The Walnut Tree, however, this would not have been the first time that Abstemius adapted one of Aesop’s fables to fit a contemporary idiom, in this case that of the wolf in sheep’s clothing. Though the commonest retelling of the story in English follows the version by Abstemius, it is often credited to Aesop.

The cautionary advice that one shouldn’t necessarily trust someone since he or she is pretending to be something he/she is not, has been with us for many centuries. One form of it is Aesop’s Fable in which a wolf who wanted to fool the shepherd into believing that he was a lamb, put on a sheepskin. When the shepherd locked the gate at night, the wolf thought it was safe to devour the sheep, however the shepherd returned at night to the flock to gather meat, and the wolf was slaughtered as one of the sheep.

Contemporary consumers might be more familiar with its offshoot — Trader Joe’s — the result of a well-publicized case of sibling rivalry. While TJ’s has become an American staple, Aldi remains an offbeat curiosity, with only 1,600 stores in the U.S. Now, with major plans to open 2,500 stores by 2022, its influence is anticipated to grow significantly. This push into the American grocery store market was no accident, but the wild success of Aldi’s wine selection is harder to pin down, requiring an understanding of the very nature of viral popularity.

But what makes us average folks pick up a bottle? “People shop with their eyes,” Peachen continued. “I would say that a ‘pretty’ or ‘fun’ label, combined with an attractive/affordable price, makes wine appealing.” Consider Aldi’s Winking Owl line, above, which retails for less than $5.You might not have heard of German brothers Karl and Theo Albrecht, but they’ve certainly had an impact on American culture. By the end of WWII, when supplies were short and thriftiness was king, the brothers inherited their mother’s tiny grocery and, by the 1960s, had transformed it into the billion-dollar Aldi empire.Most Americans haven’t heard of Aldi, the popular European supermarket known for quality, low prices, and minimalist floor layouts (think communist-chic cardboard shelving displays). Select locations have acquired cult followings for their gin and wines — last September, when the brand released its second wave of inexpensive rosé offerings, the buzz was on par with an album drop. But how did Aldi become a purveyor of culture and taste, and why are media outlets and wine aficionados so obsessed? What makes any wine reach this level of popularity?Ultimately, in order for a wine to go viral for the right reasons, it actually has to be good. Aldi’s products become social currency because they infer solid, money-saving judgment, and a level of taste that has been certified by industry experts. After all, without endorsement IRL, digital buzz is really just noise.The vino in question was Aldi’s Exquisite Collection Cotes de Provence Rosé 2016, winner of the “ Great Value Rosé under £8” at the 2017 International Wine Challenge, the “Oscars” of wine. It quickly became a viral sensation, selling out almost immediately and becoming the darling of wine publications. Celine Dion tried to order bottles in bulk for her yacht, but supplies had already run dry.

While things that go viral may seem random, Baek believes there are identifiable neurological patterns at play. “People have inherent motivations to be accepted socially, and present themselves in a positive light,” she says. When we see something spreading on social media, it provides a signal the item is socially relevant, leading to a higher engagement of the brain’s value system. If we perceive something to be valuable, we’re more likely to share it — only furthering its perceived value.

As any broke college student who has nursed a hangover after enjoying a $10 handle of vodka can tell you, cheap liquor isn’t always a bargain. Aldi’s inexpensive selection, however, has been rigorously selected for quality, and the approval of industry experts is genuine. (Admittedly, not all members of the industry are on Team Aldi.) “Our data seems to suggest that articles that lead to increased activations in the brain’s value system are more likely to go to viral,” says Elisa Baek of the Annenberg School of Communication at UPenn, who has studied extensively what makes things catch fire on the internet. “We found two key considerations integrated into the value system — to self and to others. That is, people want to share things that make them look good (self-related motivations) and that their friends might also like (social motivations).” This means that when we come across something great — a bargain or innovation —our brains are hardwired to calculate the value of sharing to increase our social capital.

She believe wine itself has become more popular, perhaps due to its use as the prop of strong female TV characters. (Think Olivia Pope on “Scandal” and her penchant for an ample glass of red wine.)“People often judge wine by its price, which can be a good indicator of quality, but not always,” Pritzker continued. “In the case of Aldi in Australia, they source the fruit and have the wines made to their own specifications and then brand it themselves. This gives them full control over the process, ensuring that the wine quality and price are made to a particular specification. Other retailers also do this, but Aldi has a very narrow wine range so they’re able to ensure each wine meets those specifications.”

The fruit for this wine comes from Columbia Valley – 60% from the Red Mountain AVA and 40% from the Wahluke Slope. After fermentation the wine spends 10 months aging in barrel, 25% of which is new French oak. 2,500 cases are produced.

Washington State Cabernet that over delivers in both price and quality. Layers of dark and black fruit, blueberries and herbal with thyme notes. A great balance of New World style fruit with Old World style herbal and smoky undertones.

There is a purity of fruit from these own-rooted Cabernet vines that you get from nowhere else. The depth of black cherry, crème de cassis, blackberry and espresso is utterly sensational. The flavors carry through on the palate with a seamless drinkability and voluptuous, full-bodied texture that plays on another level. So let me Homer this one in – I love Washington’s Cabernets, and when you want big red wine, Washington Cabernet is going to take you there, and take you better than anyone else.Second, Washington has an amazing large diurnal temperature change – the difference between 3 pm and 3 am. This essentially allows the wines to go to sleep at night, getting them ready to grow and concentrate in tomorrow’s sun. As for elite athletes, the same for grapes. If you want that extra edge, power, and concentration, you’ve got to have a long-term plan for development, including sufficient rest. Mother Nature graciously gives Washington State Cabernet the perfect training regimen.

The soils of Columbia Valley, Washington State, are of a natural fine consistency that phylloxera can’t penetrate. Phylloxera is a vine louse that eats grape vines, including all our favorite varieties like Cabernet. There is no cure, so all the grape vines in the world are a grape producing variety on top, tapped to louse-resistant stock for the bottom. As Washingtonians call them – Frankenvines. But not here in Washington. This wine is through and true Cabernet, from soil, to roots, to flowers to grapes. And you’ll get that in the glass.In Sheep’s Clothing delivers a ripeness of fruit flavors while preserving the acidity that gives the medium to full-bodied wine a sense of freshness. With layers of cassis, blueberries, and black cherries, this wine lends to a New World style of fruit with more of an Old World structure with a hint of wood smoke.

Humans and sheep have a long history together. As far back as 5800 BC, people were weaving wool into clothing in some form or fashion (perhaps as pelts) to keep warm in cold climates. Our ancestors may have used wool purely out of necessity, but today we know that its properties make it one of the highest quality textiles on the market. But how does it get to the market, anyway? Read on to lear how wool goes from sheep to sweater.Fleece is sorted by grading each into various categories. The most important criteria made when sorting and grading fleece are staple length, diameter, crimp and luster. Fleece at this stage may also be broken up depending on which part of the sheep’s body it came from. The best quality fleece, which is often used for apparel, comes from sides and shoulders, while the lower quality fleece, used for carpets and rugs, comes from the animal’s lower legs. Sheep farmers shear (remove their fleece) of their sheep in the springtime. This does not hurt the animal – in fact, it’s more like a welcome haircut in the warmer weather. Depending on the size of the animal, a single fleece can weigh anywhere from 6 to 18 pounds. Professional shearers can often remove the fleece in a single piece. Once the fleece is sorted and graded, it can be washed. The wool will be picked free of twigs, grasses and other debris that got caught in the animal’s coat before being scoured (undergoing numerous water baths), rinsed and partially dried. Wool will occasionally be carbonized as well to remove any leftover burrs, seeds or other organic matter from the field.

Spinning the wool fibers together makes yarn. The fibers naturally want to cling to one another, which makes it surprisingly easy to turn them into yarn. Once spinning is complete, the yarn will be wrapped around something like a bobbin or cone.Finishing includes a few different steps: fulling, crabbing and decating. Fulling is the process of submerging the fabric in water to encourage the fibers to interlock. Crabbing is the process of setting the interlock. Decating is a process used to prevent shrinkage. And occasionally wool will be dyed during the finishing process, although it can be done before the carding process as well.

Carding, also known as combing, is when the wool is fed into a carding machine to separate the fibers. Carding is a necessary step before spinning and can be done in various ways depending on what the wool will be used to make.Of course, people who know André expect him to deliver top quality. The French Laundry experience. The James Beard nomination. The New Yorker accolades.

Look familiar? It’s the new, unforgettable “In Sheep’s Clothing” Cabernet Sauvignon from André Mack, popping up in retailers across the country. No wonder – the wine is pure genius, an over-achieving Cabernet in a casual disguise.Renowned winemaker Andre Mack, famous for his Oregon projects, has brought back this Washington project due to the overwhelming success of his first vintage. Black cherry and dark brooding blackberry balanced by bright lifted notes, this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from both Wahluke Slope and Red Mountain in Washington state. The opulence of fruit is dominant, balanced by smooth tannins and a long finish.

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