What’s your Chinese Sign / Wine?

In our last issue, we matched your Astrological characteristics to wines. You can be a Leo and feel all powerfull and all, but on the flipside you can be a tiny Rat in Chinese Astrology. This goes to show that there are different layers in our personalities. Look for your birth year and learn a little about yourself, according to the Far East.

The Social Pig:

Year 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019

Don't worry, this is not in regards to your hygiene. You are a very loyal, truthful and intelligent person. Your friends think of you as sincere and cultural. So for advice they are more than willing to pay you a visit. Pigs enjoy life and because they are entertaining, others enjoy their company. The type of wine that fits best with you is an expressive wine such as a Gewurztraminer. This wine is spicy and exotic, very You! Try the Hugel & Fils Gewurztraminer.

The Innocent Ox:

Year 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009

Oxes are the stable force among their beloved ones. Whatever the situation, you stay calm and try to search for solutions. You are not somebody who starts a fight but don’t touch your beloved ones, otherwise you show your teeth. Innocent wines, such as a Rose fits best with you. Charming, flowery and fruity that’s is a wine that reflects your personality. Try the Chateau Minuty.

The Courageous Tiger:

Year 1926, 1938, 1950, 1662, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010

You are generous, passionate, active, sensitive, noble and possess a good dose of self esteem. Born as leaders, Tigers can be stubborn if they realize they’re not in charge. They have a slight tendency to be selfish but overall extremely generous. These characteristics best describe a Tiger and therefore a nice Italian wine is a perfect wine for you. Of course one made from the Sangiovese grape. Think about a Ruffino Brunello di Montalcino.

The Rabbit with a Virtue:

Year 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011

You are a beautiful person, who possesses a generous disposition and an imaginative outlook. If there is a silver lining you are the one to spot it. Rabbits are friendly, outgoing and prefer the company of others. For you a passionate wine like  a sweet dessert wine from the famous Sauternes region will be great. We suggest the Barton & Guestier Sauternes.

The Lucky Dragon:

Year 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012

You are an energetic and impressive person in character, and never short of friends and admirers. You are easy going with everybody and never looking trouble. Dragons symbolize character traits such as dominance and ambition. The wine that fits best with you is an adaptable Pinot Noir. Aromatic, smooth and flexible enough to pair with every cuisine just like you. Think about the Chateau St Jean Pinot Noir.

The Idealistic Dog:

Year 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018

The dog is man's best friend. Dogs are popular, dependable, trustworthy, caring, gentle, willing to help. You often become deeply involved in others’ lives, so you can be perceived as nosy from time to time. Ensuring others are happy is more important to the Dog than wealth, money or success. Dogs can also be temperamental, narrow-minded and stubborn. A late bottled vintage Port fits best with you. It’s spicy, round, ripe and elegant suites a Dog perfect.

The Fancy Monkey:

Year 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016

A great sense of humor is one of your biggest characteristic. Monkeys adapt well to changing environments and they’re very intelligent. Your friends think about you as clever, inventive and quick to grab opportunities. A nice Chenin Blanc from South Africa would be good for you. Think about the Chenin Blanc from Simonsig

The Independent Horse:

Year 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014

You are a talented and a hard working person. Whenever somebody needs you, you are there for support. Always in search of a good time, Horses are the life of any party. How about you try a nice Shiraz from Australia such as a Thomas Hyland Shiraz which is fruity but with a lot of character.

The Intelligent Snake:

Year 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013

You are thinker, intellectual and philosophic. You think before you talk and you are certainly somebody who tries to solve everything. Snakes are very materialistic creatures, but not in a bad way. You just like enjoy the finer things in life. Since Chardonnay is as diverse as you, try the Louis Latour Bourgogne Chardonnay.

The Outgoing Rooster:

Year 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017

You are the centre of the world. Wherever you go, people will turn around to take a good look at you. Despite all this, you are down to earth, super sincere and very blunt. Your bluntness is not to be mean but you just want to be honest. Nice Champagne or a great sparkling fancy you best. Bubbles are meant for a celebration just like your life. Think about a Veuve Cicquot Brut.

The Artistic Goat:

Year 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015

You are an elegant, creative, well mannered, tasteful person, sweet by nature and always seeking for peace. Goats enjoy being part of a group, but prefer the sidelines rather than the center. Try the Merlot which is a grape that can make such diverse wines but always tasteful.

The Charming Rat

Year 1900, 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1966, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008 

The Rat symbolizes curiosity, imagination, humor, charm and social activities. In your company, people can find themselves with in situations they've never imagined, both positive and negative. Try Louis Guntrum Riesling