Good red wine... - GoFuckYourself.com

goBigtime · 08-18-2003, 07:09 PM

What's a good red wine?

How much do you usually spend on a bottle?

I usually try stuff ~$10-$20 range... but I'd be willing to go higher if it was a strong recommendation

I think I might be partial to merlots...

SLY1 · 08-18-2003, 07:11 PM

wine is a great way to start a threesome! South African wine I think is the best. You could get a nice bottle for about $25.

Feivel · 08-18-2003, 07:18 PM

great wine from south germany

cheaper than 25$

Ice · 08-18-2003, 07:26 PM

My top three are....

Italian... Masi

Australian... Wolf Blass

French... Chateauneuf du Pape

TheJimmy · 08-18-2003, 07:28 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Feivel
great wine from south germany

cheaper than 25$

I'd have to agree I love German wine the best when it comes to foreign stuff...but for domestic of course Cali produces the best...

a good red? would depend on how you like it....

sweet? woody/oaky tasting?

etc...

Penn E. Less · 08-18-2003, 07:32 PM

We buy excellent wine straight from the winery. If you have one in your area then I would highly recommend a visit. You can sample a wide boquet of wonderful flavors and aromas and make your decision then. It's really hard going to a "liquor" store (or something comparable) to buy wine when you personally haven't sampled it yourself.

My wine cellar is filled with wines that I enjoy as opposed to what other people enjoy. In fact, some of my most favorite wines are in the $10 - $15 price range believe it or not.

I've enjoyed a $95 bottle of wine as well as a $15 bottle of wine. Like I said, go test and make your decision. I would recommend a wine festival if you can ever make it to one.

Also, get yourself a very nice wine glass like a Riedel. I don't recommend the $80 price tag for this fine wine glass because I bought a comparable hand blown wine glass for only $10.

You've excited my taste buds by this thread, I think I'll go to the wine cellar and extract a bottle of "Estate Red" from Vyneyard Crest. Don't try to look for it, I bought the last five cases of this delicious red wine so it's gone, forever....

Enjoy....

Penn

goBigtime · 08-18-2003, 07:40 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Penn E. Less

Also, get yourself a very nice wine glass like a Riedel. I don't recommend the $80 price tag for this fine wine glass because I bought a comparable hand blown wine glass for only $10.

Thanks for the info penn

... but you've got me curious... what's the difference between a "fine" wineglass like Riedel VS a "normal" wine glass... or even what I currently drink out of:

If I fall down, I'm don't break or spill -- what benefits does Riedel offer?

J-Reel · 08-18-2003, 07:41 PM

Just enjoyed an 88 Hillcrest. Mmmmmmm Good

NBDesign · 08-18-2003, 07:47 PM

can't go wrong with any Italian wine... Dego Red is some good stuff...

Penn E. Less · 08-18-2003, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by goBigtime

Thanks for the info penn

... but you've got me curious... what's the difference between a "fine" wineglass like Riedel VS a "normal" wine glass... or even what I currently drink out of:

If I fall down, I'm don't break or spill -- what benefits does Riedel offer?

An exceptional wine glass accents the taste and has enough space to capture the pure essence of the aroma. When you twirl your wine glass, you're releasing the bouquet into the wine glass. When you place your nose into the glass, you are engulfed with the sweet pleasure of the aroma of your fine wine.

Here's a look at a Riedel. Notice how tall the glass is as well as the open space within the glass. Exceptional for tasing and smelling... This wine glass retails for $120.00

Kimmykim · 08-18-2003, 07:50 PM

Merlots I'd look at anything from Jordan, Steele, Kenwood, Jarvis, Estancia, Clos du Bois.

If you're partial to merlot you should also have a look at some really good Zins or Meritage as well, I think you'd like them -- 7 Deadly Zins is FANTASTIC, all the vintners I mentioned above are great too, Justin Isoceles and Cain Five are two of my current favorites in the Meritage family -

Just_Dave · 08-18-2003, 08:01 PM

i think i want to start drinking wine

Kimmykim · 08-18-2003, 08:05 PM

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Originally posted by hard2mpress
i think i want to start drinking wine

If you're not a big red wine fan, or havent had enough of it to decide, I'd start with some pinots and meritage, then move to merlot and zinfandel and then take the plunge with the cabs.

This way you will get an idea of what a good range of flavors and textures are from light and mild to big and super dry. It will also help with the headaches if you partake too merrily without knowing just how bad a red wine headache can be ;)

BlueDesignStudios · 08-18-2003, 08:21 PM

Aussie wine ain't too bad thesedays

smack · 08-18-2003, 08:22 PM

i'm a big fan of 'love my goat' wine. it's from bull hill vineyards it's about 15 bucks a bottle. it's kind of a sweet red wine. and with a name like that i couldn't not buy it.

Penn E. Less · 08-18-2003, 08:23 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Kimmykim

If you're not a big red wine fan, or havent had enough of it to decide, I'd start with some pinots and meritage, then move to merlot and zinfandel and then take the plunge with the cabs.

This way you will get an idea of what a good range of flavors and textures are from light and mild to big and super dry. It will also help with the headaches if you partake too merrily without knowing just how bad a red wine headache can be ;)

In addition to your excellent advice, I would add that the purchase of the "Wine for Dummies" book should be considered as well. This is a very well written book believe it or not and I actually saw a cashier reading it at the local Wine store the other day

HEARTBREAKER · 08-18-2003, 08:23 PM

Chalk Hill Cabernet Sauvignon!

Easton · 08-18-2003, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by iceicebaby
Australian... Wolf Blass

word... Yellow Label

Obie Trice · 08-18-2003, 08:24 PM

Bump.

Penn E. Less · 08-18-2003, 08:30 PM

I had the delightful experience of sampling an over the counter wine from Beringer the other day. Needless to say, I bought a case of it. It's reasonably priced at slightly under $20 but it's absolutely delicious and refreshing.

http://www.beringervineyards.com/jum...D=24&wineID=99

This is a beautiful, crisp and smoothe chardonnay. Highly recommended.

Penn

BradShaw · 08-18-2003, 08:30 PM

I prefer box wine.

kmanrox · 08-18-2003, 08:31 PM

Opus 1 is my fave, and CakeBread cab

tranza · 08-18-2003, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by BradShaw
I prefer box wine.

Kimmykim · 08-18-2003, 09:03 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by kmanrox
Opus 1 is my fave, and CakeBread cab

Opus is alright, pretty much overpriced in most restaurants too, and Cakebread is a great winery -- they've got a huge range of really nice chards too, not that I get in the mood for white that often -

If you really want to splurge, I'd look for a 97 (or better yet 95) Kenwood Artist Series Cab... or most any year of anything from Diamond Creek (especially the Volcanic, its just unreal all the way across the board) would be great choices from Cali --

There are some awesome Aussie wines, and some really good ones from Chile out there too.

I don't know squat about French wines, sadly, that is a whole other study in itself...

webair · 08-18-2003, 09:04 PM

97 cakebread

Kimmykim · 08-18-2003, 09:07 PM

Oh and both Crate and Barrel and Williams Sonoma have some decent glasses at very reasonable prices --

RRRED · 08-18-2003, 09:18 PM

Silver Oak, Stags Leap, Duck Horn, and Sterling are my favs... Cakebread is really nice too..

KRL · 08-18-2003, 09:23 PM

Cabernet Sauvignon is the best for your heart.

ColBigBalls · 08-18-2003, 09:31 PM

worked if fine dinning for 7 years and if your in the BC area or have a good vintages store look up Mission Hill Occulus 98 or 99

its 60% cab 30% merlot and 10% sera but dont quote me on those =)
kickass wine though probly about 18 bucks a bottle cause we sold it for $120 canadian

ColBigBalls · 08-18-2003, 09:33 PM

BTW i wouldent use yellow label for a salad dressing

just my

RSCLuke · 08-18-2003, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Easton

word... Yellow Label

Yes, I concur! Great wine for a measely $17 Canadian

Enjoy ;)

NBDesign · 08-18-2003, 09:46 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by BradShaw
I prefer box wine.

to go with that pinto right? lol

Doctor Dre · 08-18-2003, 11:12 PM

Drink beer it'S better

SLY1 · 08-18-2003, 11:18 PM

1994 Caymus Special Selection is the best...but almost 2 Benjamins

08-18-2003, 07:09 PM	#1
goBigtime Confirmed User Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 7,761	Good red wine... What's a good red wine? How much do you usually spend on a bottle? I usually try stuff ~$10-$20 range... but I'd be willing to go higher if it was a strong recommendation I think I might be partial to merlots...

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Penn E. Less Confirmed User Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 367	We buy excellent wine straight from the winery. If you have one in your area then I would highly recommend a visit. You can sample a wide boquet of wonderful flavors and aromas and make your decision then. It's really hard going to a "liquor" store (or something comparable) to buy wine when you personally haven't sampled it yourself. My wine cellar is filled with wines that I enjoy as opposed to what other people enjoy. In fact, some of my most favorite wines are in the $10 - $15 price range believe it or not. I've enjoyed a $95 bottle of wine as well as a $15 bottle of wine. Like I said, go test and make your decision. I would recommend a wine festival if you can ever make it to one. Also, get yourself a very nice wine glass like a Riedel. I don't recommend the $80 price tag for this fine wine glass because I bought a comparable hand blown wine glass for only $10. You've excited my taste buds by this thread, I think I'll go to the wine cellar and extract a bottle of "Estate Red" from Vyneyard Crest. Don't try to look for it, I bought the last five cases of this delicious red wine so it's gone, forever.... Enjoy.... Penn __________________ <br><a href="http://marketing.ucumseeme.com/dat.shtml"><img src="http://marketing.UCumSeeMe.com/images/ucsmm2_120x60.jpg"></a><br> Click the button above!<br> ICQ# 169177761

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Kimmykim bitchslapping zebras!!!!! Industry Role: Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: In a shack by the beach Posts: 16,015	Merlots I'd look at anything from Jordan, Steele, Kenwood, Jarvis, Estancia, Clos du Bois. If you're partial to merlot you should also have a look at some really good Zins or Meritage as well, I think you'd like them -- 7 Deadly Zins is FANTASTIC, all the vintners I mentioned above are great too, Justin Isoceles and Cain Five are two of my current favorites in the Meritage family -

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Kimmykim bitchslapping zebras!!!!! Industry Role: Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: In a shack by the beach Posts: 16,015	Oh and both Crate and Barrel and Williams Sonoma have some decent glasses at very reasonable prices --

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ColBigBalls Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 1,733	worked if fine dinning for 7 years and if your in the BC area or have a good vintages store look up Mission Hill Occulus 98 or 99 its 60% cab 30% merlot and 10% sera but dont quote me on those =) kickass wine though probly about 18 bucks a bottle cause we sold it for $120 canadian

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SLY1 Confirmed User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: L.A. Posts: 910	1994 Caymus Special Selection is the best...but almost 2 Benjamins