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09-05-2009, 07:59 PM | Topic Starter |
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Good Red Wine suggestion
I have never been a big Wine fan, but my fiance asked me to pick up a bottle of Red. Any suggestions on a good "moderately" priced vintage. She likes it a little sweeter and not to dry. Thanks!
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09-05-2009, 08:19 PM | #2 |
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A good value in red that would fit that description would be a Malbec from Argentina. You can usually find them in the $12-$20 range.
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09-05-2009, 08:33 PM | #3 |
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Sweet - Australian, like a Rosemount Cabernet/shiraz blend. Not sweet but fairly fruity without being crap. It may help her learn to start liking better reds. Try having fine steak/ filet one night and having a good cab to go with it - she will realize how well it can go with food. It often works with sweet wine drinkers.
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09-05-2009, 08:39 PM | #4 |
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Ripple. I'd go with the 2007 vintage. Slightly sweet on the pallet, yet holding a full and robust bouquet. Tannins are held in check, but still present a playful burst mid-point. Notes of pepper and rasberry dominate, but classic undertones of tobacco and chocolate make this a wine that will carry itself with class and distinction. Ready to drink now, but could be cellared for another couple of years. 91/100
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Hill of Gold Shiraz is very tasty. And I'm a huge fan of the Black Diamond label Coppola Vineyards Claret.
The best thing you can do for a red wine is to let it breathe. I can't stress this enough. Get a decanter, or just a pitcher, and pour the bottle in it and let it sit for an hour. BELIEVE ME it will make a HUGE difference as the tannins mellow. For god's sake, do not drink red wine that has just been opened. |
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and the same applies to barley, apricot preserves, and liquid smoke. For the winner!
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09-07-2009, 05:59 AM | #14 |
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As long as you let it aerate you're fine, in my experience. Perhaps a glass would make it go faster? No idea... the point, though, is it NEEDS to aerate before you drink it. If you do it in a decanter or a glass or a sippy cup, whatever, just do it.
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Yeah a proper/better glass for reds will help get air to it while swirling and let you get a better smell of the wine while drinking.
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