Truth in Wine Importing

I have to say that I do work in an exciting industry. It's not the CIA, but terrorism is an issue in importing wine. Our South American buyer sent this to me the other day...

"There is always a first for everything; our container from Argentina was stolen at port in Buenos Aires earlier today. At gun point, the driver was asked to walk away from the trailer; the thieves drove away with all of the wine.

I’m trying to get the wineries to prepare the same orders as quickly as possible."

So, if you're ever frustrated as to why the wine you love is out of stock, please keep in mind that piracy and many many other anomalies are potential issues.