wine: how much to order?

[zach]

Thanks so much berlinlife!

I am actually in Paris at the moment, so I will probably go to a french resaurant. I havent decided yet on which because I do not know the place very well. Otherwise there is an Indian restaurant, but I think that she may not like Indian food.

They have things here called "pichet", which I have been told is ok for two people, but I am not sure if it is for 1 or for 2! It might be the equivilent of a half-bottle, although I am not sure.

Also, when you order a "half-bottle", do you ask for a general "half bottle of bordeaux" for instance, or do you ask for a specific wine like "a half bottle of chateau something"?

Thanks so much!

Zach