Signals1982 Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 I just started getting into wine. I was wondering if anyone has any favourites that they can recommend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riv Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 Depends. I am a red wine fan, myself. I usually go with a nice Merlot or Cabernet. I have a 20 year old bottle of Chianti I am looking at right now. Don't know if I'll ever open it. I used to be a big fan of a good German Reisling. Pretty sweet, though. Tell me what you like and I can help you out, I have a good knowledge base after working in fine dining for many years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Signals1982 Posted September 7, 2005 Author Share Posted September 7, 2005 Thanks Riv. I have to say my fave is probably White. But not dry. Sweet but not too sweet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riv Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 QUOTE (Signals1982 @ Sep 8 2005, 02:32 AM) Thanks Riv. I have to say my fave is probably White. But not dry. Sweet but not too sweet. Perfect, try Sauvignon Blanc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Signals1982 Posted September 7, 2005 Author Share Posted September 7, 2005 QUOTE (Riv @ Sep 7 2005, 06:33 PM) QUOTE (Signals1982 @ Sep 8 2005, 02:32 AM) Thanks Riv. I have to say my fave is probably White. But not dry. Sweet but not too sweet. Perfect, try Sauvignon Blanc Thanks Again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveyt Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 SAV BLANC IS BONE DRY! get a french chardonnay joseph drouhin wines are an outstanding buy and are widely available at specialty stores (if that makes sense) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Signals1982 Posted September 7, 2005 Author Share Posted September 7, 2005 (edited) Great avatar btw! (Riv) Edited September 7, 2005 by Signals1982 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Signals1982 Posted September 7, 2005 Author Share Posted September 7, 2005 QUOTE (daveyt @ Sep 7 2005, 06:40 PM) SAV BLANC IS BONE DRY! get a french chardonnay joseph drouhin wines are an outstanding buy and are widely available at specialty stores (if that makes sense) Thanks for the info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spirit of radio Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 QUOTE (daveyt @ Sep 7 2005, 06:40 PM) SAV BLANC IS BONE DRY! get a french chardonnay joseph drouhin wines are an outstanding buy and are widely available at specialty stores (if that makes sense) Panty remover Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Signals1982 Posted September 7, 2005 Author Share Posted September 7, 2005 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riv Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 QUOTE (daveyt @ Sep 8 2005, 02:40 AM) SAV BLANC IS BONE DRY! get a french chardonnay joseph drouhin wines are an outstanding buy and are widely available at specialty stores (if that makes sense) Nu-uh, it's a sweet wine. You can see the sugar crystals in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveyt Posted September 8, 2005 Share Posted September 8, 2005 QUOTE (spirit of radio @ Sep 7 2005, 06:43 PM) QUOTE (daveyt @ Sep 7 2005, 06:40 PM) SAV BLANC IS BONE DRY! get a french chardonnay joseph drouhin wines are an outstanding buy and are widely available at specialty stores (if that makes sense) Panty remover i'm looking at a pair right now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveyt Posted September 8, 2005 Share Posted September 8, 2005 QUOTE (Riv @ Sep 7 2005, 06:46 PM) QUOTE (daveyt @ Sep 8 2005, 02:40 AM) SAV BLANC IS BONE DRY! get a french chardonnay joseph drouhin wines are an outstanding buy and are widely available at specialty stores (if that makes sense) Nu-uh, it's a sweet wine. You can see the sugar crystals in it. hey RIV: lick my sugar crystals Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spirit of radio Posted September 8, 2005 Share Posted September 8, 2005 (edited) QUOTE (daveyt @ Sep 7 2005, 09:32 PM) QUOTE (spirit of radio @ Sep 7 2005, 06:43 PM) QUOTE (daveyt @ Sep 7 2005, 06:40 PM) SAV BLANC IS BONE DRY! get a french chardonnay joseph drouhin wines are an outstanding buy and are widely available at specialty stores (if that makes sense) Panty remover i'm looking at a pair right now! Go get her, brother Edited September 8, 2005 by spirit of radio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shine Posted September 8, 2005 Share Posted September 8, 2005 Kendall Jackson Chardonnay. Good with anything!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anagramking Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 (edited) No, if anyone orders Merlot, I'm leaving. I am NOT drinking any f***ing Merlot! "Pinot is a hard grape to grow. ... It's thin-skinned, temperamental, ripens early. ... Pinot needs constant care and attention and in fact can only grow in specific little tucked-away corners of the world. And only the most patient and nurturing growers can do it, really, tap into Pinot's most fragile, delicate qualities. Only when someone has taken the time to truly understand its potential can Pinot be coaxed into its fullest expression. And when that happens, its flavors are the most haunting and brilliant and subtle and thrilling and ancient on the planet." Sideways, anyone? Edited September 16, 2005 by anagramking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1-0-0-1-0-0-1 Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 QUOTE (anagramking @ Sep 16 2005, 02:36 PM) No, if anyone orders Merlot, I'm leaving. I am NOT drinking any f***ing Merlot! "Pinot is a hard grape to grow. ... It's thin-skinned, temperamental, ripens early. ... Pinot needs constant care and attention and in fact can only grow in specific little tucked-away corners of the world. And only the most patient and nurturing growers can do it, really, tap into Pinot's most fragile, delicate qualities. Only when someone has taken the time to truly understand its potential can Pinot be coaxed into its fullest expression. And when that happens, its flavors are the most haunting and brilliant and subtle and thrilling and ancient on the planet." Sideways, anyone? That's beautiful. Makes me want to slam back some tequila. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonnaWanna Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I dont care much for wine, We have these killer wineries here on Long Island, the one wine that i do enjoy is from a LI winery called Pindar http://www.pindar.net/index.html theres a link ..the wine that I like is called Summer Blush Light & Refreshing. Im sure U can find Long Island wines in other states check em out if u have a chance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dread Pirate Robert Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 QUOTE (Signals1982 @ Sep 7 2005, 04:50 PM) I just started getting into wine. I was wondering if anyone has any favourites that they can recommend. There are so many wines I scarcely know where to begin in answer to this question. I'm probably not the person to ask, anyway, for the very reason that I like pretty much every type of wine. Each is good in different ways. My advice to you is simply to try a wide variety of different sorts, and see what you like best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonnaWanna Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 U can also go to a winery and taste test any or all of the wines they have to offer. And usualy its free to go to those taste testing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dread Pirate Robert Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 QUOTE (DonnaWanna @ Sep 16 2005, 04:48 PM) U can also go to a winery and taste test any or all of the wines they have to offer. And usualy its free to go to those taste testing Excellent suggestion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ByWyzD Posted September 21, 2005 Share Posted September 21, 2005 I'd agree with the suggestion on the Sauvignon Blanc for a white. There tends to be ( in my opinion ) two different styles of SB. One has more grassy or herbaceous characteristics which tend to be dryer in style. I find this style in more of the imported Sauvignon Blancs, for instance Australia or new Zealand. The other style had more of a fruit forward style with flavors of melon and citrus. Domestic Sauvignon Blancs seem to be more like this. One of the best is from St. Supery. Their Napa Sauv Blanc is killer! You may also try a Fume Blanc which is going to be along the same lines. Basically the same grape but oak-aged which makes smoother and bit more full bodied. Mondavi makes the most popular one. Just some ideas for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liquidcrystalcompass Posted September 21, 2005 Share Posted September 21, 2005 I used to work in fine dining and know a great deal. Please let me know when you are going to the store so we can talk about your education. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveyt Posted September 21, 2005 Share Posted September 21, 2005 QUOTE (liquidcrystalcompass @ Sep 21 2005, 04:04 PM) Please let me know when you are going to the store so we can talk about your education. you mean lack of education Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Aubrey Posted September 21, 2005 Share Posted September 21, 2005 I know I didn't start this thread, but I'd still like to thank everyone who has posted in it. I have learned a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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