2006-07-27 16:39:00 · 13 answers · asked by Trove 1 in Food & Drink ➔ Beer, Wine & Spirits
A Riesling is always nice, no overpowering flavor so if she's not into wine it's a safe bet.
2006-07-27 16:43:24 · answer #1 · answered by Octo 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Rawson's Retreat from Penfolds is a nice Chardonnay from Australia. I also like their Shiraz, but it maybe too overpowering of a red to use as a "house wine". Chilean and Australian wines have become increasing popular for their flavor and price point. Rawson's is around $10 +/- at most supermarkets. Penfolds has a wide product line and produces excellent wine of different varietals at reasonable prices. You can get the same quality of a $70 bottle of wine for $10 if you read and aren't afraid to try different wines.
PS: Always open a new bottle, it shows a nice level of hospitality.
Good luck and happy tastings
2006-07-28 01:01:32 · answer #2 · answered by Porterhouse 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When choosing a wine, don't worry about the price...meaning...just because it's cheap doesn't mean that it doesn't stack up to the more expensive wines. Sutter Home, Beringer, etc. put out good varieties of wine for $8.00 and less. Here's a vital piece of information though: NEVER EVER try to impress a female with wine in a box. It's tacky. One more thing, never put ice in a glass of wine. That's not impressive either.
2006-07-28 00:46:57 · answer #3 · answered by jolo4ever 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The only one-size-fits-all, everybody-likes-it, goes-with-everything wine I know of is...Champagne! (or any champagne-type sparkling wine). Korbel is under $10 and tastes fine, of course the higher the price, the more impressive. Piper Sonoma and Mumms, at $15-$25, are two of my favorites.
2006-07-28 14:33:17 · answer #4 · answered by answermann 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Columbia Crest or Sutter Homes. More important than the actual wine is knowing how to serve it. Remember, whites and zins should be cold, reds at room temp.
2006-07-28 00:15:19 · answer #5 · answered by miki m 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for some Italian wines...Pinot Grigio...light and sweet, not too dry, majority of the girls I dated love it. Ranges from $15-$30 Cavit is good, San Margharitta is more pricer...
2006-07-28 01:29:33 · answer #6 · answered by Joe Capo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have to go w/a oldie but goodie....Riuniti's Lambrusco. Here in PA it's like $10 for a bottle and $15 for like a gallon. Just put it in the fridge and serve it chilled whenever. It's also great over ice w/a splash of seltzer for a spritzer like beverage!
2006-07-27 23:43:01 · answer #7 · answered by Baker 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My personal favourite is R.H. Phillips Toasted Head Chardonnay but not everyone likes Chardonnay's so try for a nice Riesling or a Merlot.
2006-07-28 20:45:56 · answer #8 · answered by Patricia D 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you really want to impress her, buy Columbia Crest Grand Estates.
I keep it in the house when I bring a guy home and I want him to...
Works every time :-)
2006-07-28 00:03:57 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ripple
2006-07-29 17:31:42 · answer #10 · answered by Thom 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋