A farming master in Stardew Valley

Chapter 631 Wine Tasting
"I'm sorry, I'm old and my eyesight is blurry. I mistook you for your grandfather."

When Linus heard Leon's voice, he stopped immediately and explained to Leon somewhat embarrassedly.

Just when Leon rushed over, he happened to be in a backlit state in his field of vision. In a trance, Linus actually saw the shadow of Barron, Leon's grandfather, which led to such an instinctive reaction.

"Are they that similar?" Leon was a little surprised when he heard this. After all, he knew that he was picked up by his grandfather and was not his biological son. Logically, there should be a big difference in appearance.

"I seldom use my eyes to observe my surroundings. I mostly rely on perception, intuition, and natural energy. The melody of the forest magic on you is exactly the same as your grandfather's. Plus, you are both tall, so it's normal to feel dizzy." Linus complained.

"Although that old man is not your biological grandfather, I don't know why, but your temperament and demeanor are becoming more and more similar."

"Maybe it's because we live in the same environment." Lyon thought for a moment and came up with this answer. This answer is not nonsense. After all, there is a saying that the local environment and climate determine the local people.

"Regardless of that, this is a good thing. At the very least, it proves that your forest magic has improved again. As long as you don't overdo it with your grandfather, you should be able to easily live past 200 years old. Tell me, what gift have you prepared for this old man?"

Linus asked Leon to sit down by the lake, then rubbed his hands expectantly and asked.

"I want you to try the first batch of fruit wine brewed on the farm." Without wasting any time, Leon took out coconut wine and cactus wine from his backpack and showed them to Linus in two bottles of different colors, one brown and one green.

"One is made from coconut, and the other is made from cactus. Which one do you want?"

"Only children make choices. I want them all." Linus snatched both bottles of wine without hesitation and said cheerfully, "This is your repayment for my age and the days of running around and fighting for you."

"That favor cannot be repaid with two bottles of wine." Leon naturally understood what Linus meant. He was actually quite ashamed of it. After all, the trouble he had caused seemed to be quite big, causing many people to run around and fight for him.

During the last celebration, he was drunk one drink after another and didn't ask how many people were involved or how many people were injured. Leon was actually quite timid because he was really afraid that someone would die in that rescue operation.

"Just remember Helena's favor. Everyone else is hired, including the explorers who followed the Explorers' Mutual Assistance Code. They've all received appropriate remuneration. Your mermaid queen girlfriend is a legitimate tycoon, so be nice to her from now on. She's put in a lot of effort."

Linus comforted Leon, "As for Rasmodesmus, he actually owes you. After all, this trap was originally set for him. As for me? There's no need for us to be polite. Just because you call me old man, I can't bear to see you in danger."

After saying this, Linus stretched out his hand, and a breeze blew up from his palm, then rolled up the lotus leaves on the lake and brought them to Linus's hands. With two lotus leaves in hand, Linus somehow folded the lotus leaves into two ice cream cone containers, skillfully pulled out the cork of the coconut wine, poured half of it into one of the lotus leaf cups and handed it to Leon, and filled the other cup that belonged to him.

"Hmm, the scent of coconut is nice, it's perfect for breakfast."

After sniffing the coconut wine in the cup, Linus nodded with satisfaction, then raised the lotus leaf cup and took a sip.

"Not bad. Although it doesn't have a strong aroma of alcohol, the taste and flavor are already excellent. It also has some coconut milk aroma and a soft taste, like a blended wine. It should be suitable for women."

After savoring the coconut wine, Linus gave it a favorable review. Leon also raised his glass and took a small sip. The taste was indeed as Linus had described, very smooth and mellow.

Although you can taste the alcohol, it is not obvious, and it is more of a coconut flavor.

"It's too bland, not my style. Let's see what the cactus flavor is."

Having said that, Linus still took small sips of the large glass of wine to get a feel for it before opening another bottle of cactus wine. However, this time he did not pour it for Leon because there were still two sips of coconut wine in Leon's lotus leaf cup.

Emerald green wine flowed out from the bottle. It was a bit sticky, but there were no impurities in the wine. It had a texture a bit like oil, and its color was brighter than the lotus leaf. The volatile smell was also lighter, not as obvious as coconut wine.

After taking a sip, Linus's eyes lit up. "Interesting! Although it tastes sweet, it actually has a hint of spiciness mixed in, which neutralizes the possible sweetness. And the alcohol content is obviously much higher than that coconut wine."

After the wine slid down his throat, Linus was surprised to find that there was still a hint of sweet and spicy aftertaste on the tip of his tongue. Even his breath was filled with this taste.

“This is perfect for sipping, as it has a rich, layered flavor profile. It’s the perfect accompaniment to grilled food.”

"Give me some too." Leon was also a little envious. Although he didn't like drinking, it wouldn't hurt to try it. So he drank the coconut wine in the lotus leaf cup in one gulp, handed the cup over and asked Linus for more.

"You're a winemaker, and you're asking me, a gift receiver, for wine? If you want to, go open a bottle yourself." Linus rolled his eyes at Wang in disgust, and then continued to taste the cactus wine in the glass.

Lyon hesitated for a moment after hearing this, but ultimately did not take out another bottle of cactus wine to drink himself. After all, there were only 21 bottles in this batch. Django gave one bottle, Linus gave two bottles, and there were also related arrangements for the remaining 18 bottles.

Seeing that Leon had no intention of opening another bottle, Linus shook his head speechlessly, but still poured Leon a small sip of cactus wine. It was not much, but it was enough for him to taste it.

“Thank you, old man.” Leon was not polite. He savored the hard-earned sip of wine and frowned immediately.

It’s not that the taste is bad, but he is a little uncomfortable with the complex taste. However, to be fair, the taste is indeed quite good and very distinctive.

"If the wines you produce in the future are of this quality, I think you should be able to make a lot of money. When the time comes, just don't forget me, an old man who likes to drink."

Seeing Leon's expression, Linus smiled and then teased Leon.

He understood the meaning of Lyon sending him wine. On the one hand, it was to share, and on the other hand, he wanted to get some objective comments. So after Linus received the wine, he immediately got two glasses to taste it. Based on his own preferences and vision, Linus felt that Lyon's first winemaking was a success.

I just don’t know if this quality can be guaranteed in the future. If it can, maybe I will have a treat in the future.

(End of this chapter)