token, harmless). So, why do so many reputable people claim that they work?
That’s the problem with anecdotal evidence that hasn’t been collected in a rigorous (i.e., double blind) manner. The power of suggestion is strong, so it’s easy to convince yourself that something’s happening if you’re looking for it to begin with. A consumer considering such a product might prudently look beyond the pseudoscientific explanations and demand demonstration (with honest blind taste tests) before spending money. If, after all of this, you still aren’t convinced that the device in question is just an expensive placebo, you can go out and get one and try it for yourself. Remember that it won’t hurt the wine either! Pertinent references: http://www.dansdata.com/wineclip.htm http://www.badscience.net/?p=192 http://www.winelabels.org/artps.htm 10.
