The White Star Line preferred to serve white wines over reds because the vibration from the Titanic's engines churned up the sediment in their reds. When the ship went down, approximately 1,500 passengers went with her - and, coincidentally, 1,500 bottles of wine. For a super account of wines and the Titanic, check out this great little blog HERE.
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