At the official post- inaugural lunch in the Capitol building, President Barack Obama was toasted with three Californian wines which are reasonably priced, making the wine industry hope that his presidency will help promote wine drinking culture in the country.
Duckhorn Vineyards 2007 ($25), Sauvignon Blanc, Goldeneye 2005 Pinot Noir ($52) and Korbel Special cuvee sparkling wine NV ( $14 for a regular Brut) as a dessert wine adorned the luncheon table.
The lunch was attended by 237 guests that included former Presidents Bush, Carter, Clinton and Bush, as well as Supreme Court judges, members of the Congress, senior Cabinet officials and several political and government honchos.