2006-06-13 08:07:30 · 7 answers · asked by Lewis M. K 1 in Food & Drink ➔ Beer, Wine & Spirits
Ask the guy behind the cash register.
2006-06-15 00:58:50 · answer #1 · answered by ladycottonpatch 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
That actually is a relative question. Any number of things factor into it. For instance, what are you having it with? By itself or pared with food? Do you like it dry or sweet? Red or white? Basically what it boils down to is you should pick somethig you enjoy. The old myth of whites with fish and poultry and reds with beef is bunk. You can just as easily enjoy a Chardonnay with roast beef as you can with linguine and clam sauce. And don't let price intimidate you. The best wines are not always $50 -$100 a bottle. Believe me I know. I've been in the business of selling wine for going on 9 years now. As long as you like it is all that matters. Everyone is different and there are nothing wrong with taking recommendations, just keep an open mind.
2006-06-13 15:19:58 · answer #2 · answered by bmicale 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is so much to learn ... yet even a novice can pick out enjoyable wine. You need to start with a knowledgeable wine merchant and tell him/her up front that you don't know anything. Give your price range and how much wine experience you've had to date. I'm an amatuer but I could get you a bottle you would enjoy with that much information at most any wine store.
Wine is like women ... the more you learn, the more you enjoy.
2006-06-19 23:12:14 · answer #3 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
By taste, color, region and vintage. That is the quick answer; the book titled "The Complete Wine Course" is the long answer but a much better one than going from one wine site to the next as they all have their own bias. As a Chef finding the correct resource was key, I routinely give this one as a gift to aficionados and novices alike it is a treasure. It is available used and new on Amazon.com (not a plug just where I buy it). :)
2006-06-13 15:15:41 · answer #4 · answered by Walking on Sunshine 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you go to the liquor store, tell them what you are serving with the wine and they will help you pick the right wine. The vendors educate the associates so they can help the consumer.
2006-06-13 15:11:55 · answer #5 · answered by Karen D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First you have to learn your wines. Then, with a little education, it's simple.
2006-06-13 15:10:46 · answer #6 · answered by cyanne2ak 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check the year it was made
2006-06-13 15:10:45 · answer #7 · answered by marrying_buddha 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋