I actually grew up with my father allowing me champagne during New Year’s celebrations, and a sip here or there when I asked for it.  When I was older and in high school I was stressed most of the time.  He would draw me a bath and pour me a glass of wine, then tell me to relax.  If he cooked with wine, we would get a small amount with our meal (as a meal is best complimented with the wine it was cooked with).  I’m 25 now and haven’t once been drunk.  I appreciate alcohol immensely, of all varieties and flavors, but I’m careful with it.  I know my limit and I enjoy it for the flavor.