Friends gather to spend the evening chatting about world politics as Miles Davis and John Coltrane play softly in the background. But if I'm looking for something special, I go to Caruso's. Located in Noe Valley, the quiet, yuppified hamlet where Black lives, Caruso's is a wine store with a limited supply of spirits and beer, but an extensive variety of wines. Steve Kerr, co-owner, is always more than willing to suggest a special wine that will compliment a meal. Kerr has a theory about why people are drawn to wine.
People are more educated about wine.
Packing her suitcase for the return trip to San Francisco, Black realizes her wine purchases may exceed the amount she can bring back with her. If they refuse to let me bring my wine in, I'll savor it in front of the customs counter.