I am wanting to learn more about different types of wine, especially red. I enjoy drinking it and I have tried a few kinds, but i don't know much about what i am drinking. Any advice?
2006-09-28 15:54:20 · 12 answers · asked by LynnMarie 2 in Food & Drink ➔ Beer, Wine & Spirits
Wine tastings are great, of course. There is a book that I highly recommend:
Windows on the World: A Complete Wine Course by Kevin Zraly
It's set up kind of like a Q & A format; tons of information, but not in overwhelming terms. It is updated nearly every year, so the vintages are current. Check it out, you'll learn a lot. Also, Great Wine Made Simple by Andrea Immer Robinson is also really helpful for tasting and describing wines. Both books complement each other nicely.
2006-09-29 08:24:54 · answer #1 · answered by Aloha K 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you live near an area where there are wineries with tasting rooms, that is a great way to learn more about wine. You can discover what types of wines you like easily. The wine tasting rooms will usually give you a copy of the tasting list so you can make notes on it about what you like and don't like to save for future reference.
If you would like to know what aromas and flavors are typical for the different varietals of wine, check out the web site below; which also suggests foods to serve with each wine.
2006-09-28 23:23:58 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check if your local wine store offers wine appreciation classes. Those are a great way to try alot (8-10 different wines each class) of various wines. You will also learn about the grape varieties and wine making processes. After such a class, you will be sure to discover what you like and don't like in specific wines.
2006-09-29 01:28:52 · answer #3 · answered by Mocha Chocolate 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can go to a novelty wine shop as suggested, or, if you live near a winery, you'll get a tour, explanations of each wine they make, sweet to bold, etc. And its a fun experience. My wife and I used to go the the local bread factory, buy a loaf, then next door to the cheese factory, then go to a different winery each month.
Mild breads and cheese will take the first wine's taste away, before you try the second, so you get a true taste of each.
2006-09-28 23:17:56 · answer #4 · answered by greg j. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I took a wine tasting class through the local parks and rec. You can actually learn what it means when a wine is oaky, fruity, dry, sweet, big etc. Now when customers ask me about the wine list I actually know what i'm talking about instead of making it up.
2006-09-28 23:51:56 · answer #5 · answered by Molly 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wine tastings!! Also read wine for dummies and other magazines ie wine x, wine spectator. You will learn the most from trying and discussing with someone who knows what they are talking about.
2006-10-01 19:51:15 · answer #6 · answered by G1024 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A lot of wine shops have "Ladies Nights" where a vendor comes in and talks about different grapes and vineyards and you get to taste and learn! Great experience!
2006-09-28 23:08:46 · answer #7 · answered by Patricia D 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start going to wine festivals. They're a lot of fun. Make sure you bring a designated driver! =)
2006-09-29 21:48:18 · answer #8 · answered by Aine14 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
go to a specialty shop and talk to one of the experts...dont pay too much there are alot of good wines for under $20. my personal favorite is Greg Norman's Cabernet/Merlot blend (yes, he is the golfer from Australia) it runs about $18
2006-09-28 22:58:30 · answer #9 · answered by Jaded_ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Befriend a bartender and ask them. Or become one like Tom Cruise in "Cocktails".
2006-09-28 23:24:10 · answer #10 · answered by Mickeymouse20 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋