That is an extremely vague question. What makes a wine great to me may not make it great to you, especially if you are new to red wine. Recommending a $200 super tuscan isn't going to suit your palate anymore than a $10 Chianti Classico would.
Your best bet would be to start trying different wines and keeping a journal of what you like and what you don't. Don't condemn one style of wine because you've had a few bad bottles, instead keep notes and them visit a wine shop and explain to the person what you like and dislike. They'll help you pick something out. Some good starters are:
Six Prong Red
Pepe Sangiovese
Cycles Gladiator Syrah
House Red
Maryhill Reserve Sangiovese
Amberhill Cabernet
Il Bastardo
Chiaramonte
From there, you can move up to:
Domaine Drouhin "Laurene" Pinot Noir (2003 especially)
De Ponte Pinot Noir (2003 is also awesome in this)
Archery Summit Arcus Estates Pinot Noir 2003
Concha Y Toro Cabernet (2001-2003)
Boroli Barolo 2000
Twomey Merlot 2003
Goose Ridge Syrah
Sineann Old Vine Zinfandel
These are drinkable now for the most part and will continue to age well over the next 10 years or so. All are over $35 for the most part and up to $75 or so.
2006-09-19 08:16:35
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answered by Anonymous
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hmmm.... that is a somewhat ridiculous question as it is all a matter of taste and preference.
Personally I don't think you can beat a good Merlot (French) but there are many who prefer other varieties of red.
your best bet is to get out there and try a variety of red wines to see which you prefer. Your best bet is probably to find a wine tasting or wine and cheese evening going on somewhere in your area ad pop along.
2006-09-19 04:37:14
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answered by StoneWeasel 2
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There is no way to answer that, because it is all a matter of individual taste. That's one reason wine is so much fun, because you have to taste lots of wines and decide which ones you like best.
2006-09-19 04:35:13
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answered by Dave 4
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purple is a splash stiff for me. a minimum of a lot of those I actual have tried. I want Chardonnay individually. yet once you do no longer choose something too harsh; Riesling (white) is especially sturdy and so is Moscato (white). i do no longer think of you could pass incorrect with the two of the two. in case you wish a purple, objective sells one by making use of Cupcake Vineyards called purple Velvet. That one's actual an honest purple. additionally, there's a wine called Stella Rosa. Tastes candy for a purple however the alcohol content cloth is especially low...for me. LOL! yet the two of those options would be sturdy to your dinner. chuffed wine searching!
2016-10-01 03:38:21
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answered by ? 4
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The 1963 Chateau Latour or the Chateau Lafite Rothschild (any year between 1955 and 1962-3). Hope you have about $8,000 to buy your wine, though....
2006-09-19 04:45:02
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answered by Silver 4
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Aussie Shiraz
2006-09-19 05:08:07
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answered by Anonymous
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Robert Mondavi Red table wine. Tasty, inexpensive. Just one of many great wines.
2006-09-19 04:40:08
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answered by reynwater 7
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I really like Australian Shiraz. The Little Penguin makes a delicious Shiraz, and it's only about $8 a bottle! Good stuff!
2006-09-19 06:26:35
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answered by GirlsRGamers2 7
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I like Crane Lake merlot and its not very expensive about $6.00 per 750 ml
2006-09-19 05:22:29
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answered by Martha S 1
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i prefer the zins and merlots produced in the amador region of california.. these are some of the oldest vineyards in the united states.. they were planted by the italians that came west seeking riches in the goldfields.. if you can find them in your area, some of the winerys are latchem, perry creek, di augustini, montevina, charles mitchell, and fair play..
www.amadorwine.com
2006-09-19 04:46:21
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answered by lugar t axhandle 4
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