There're already a number of good answers here; I just want to suggest that if you're okay with spending the money -- which is apparently the case -- buy several cheap wines (but not too cheap; see answer re. "Boone's Farm territory"), and have a little tasting. Wine not smiled upon by 'authorities' is still good wine if _you_ like it. And even if a few bottles go down the sink (or get donated to your local wino, mixed with juice, used for cooking, etc), you'll still end up saving money over time.
If anything's a particular success, try others that are similar. Hit a wine store rather than the supermarket; mention what things you've liked and disliked, and a price range, and ask them to suggest things.
2006-10-29 07:43:17
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answered by Anonymous
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No. There are many good wines under $10 now. Pick up Wine Spectator and look through their rating. They even write articles about the pricing. Expensive may just mean the winery only made 1000 cases for the year, therefore they have to recover their costs.
I wouldn't dip below $7 for a wine though. That gets you into Boones Farm territory.
2006-10-29 06:45:53
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answered by chefgrille 7
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No you don't always need the most expensive one. Go on the net and type in wine and vineyards. You should be able to get an idea. You can also try to buy two different one's one less expensive and see what you like. Just because it is expensive it might not be to your taste. Also you can go to a wine store and tell the clerk what you like, sweet, semi or dry and they can suggest something. With wine it is really a matter of taste.
The german white wine, from the Rhein-Hessen area is always very palatable, White Zinfandel from California (is actually pink) is also very good.
2006-10-29 07:39:15
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answered by Mightymo 6
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No...wine is supposed to be fun and an adventure. When you buy wine price is not a determining factor on whether YOU will like the flavor. Experiment...buy something different every time you shop for wine and eventually you will know what types of wine you prefer.
2006-10-29 06:54:25
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answered by Thankyou4givengmeaheadache 5
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hiya, you have chosen extremely a wine checklist. Chardonnay aromas would be fruity, green apple, pear, melon, and citrus fruit aromas with the two green apple, pear flavors, or citrus flavors. somewhat fruity on the palate, yet usually no longer candy - that's a dry wine with some acidity. The Sauvignon blanc grape is happier grown in warmer climates. this might now and back produce a sweeter form wine. The server ought to be attentive to it extremely is the sweeter form. Chenin blanc has honey, and melon flavors and aromas, yet additionally has a super form of acidity. There are French chenin blancs that are candy, i'm no longer extremely particular of the Margaret River form. Asking the server could be your ultimate guess. Pinot Gris additionally has a point of acidity and could be dry. The 2003 DeBortoli Hunter Valley Semillon ought to be the only that is nice. wish this helps.
2016-11-26 02:12:22
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answered by toborg 3
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Try different types, different prices, until you find a type you like. I like sweeter wines and they are often less in price, Dragoon Lambrusco is my favorite, the less expensive California wines are sometimes good. Rose like Lancers and Mattues are Good places to start
2006-10-29 14:28:02
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answered by childofthefifties 3
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Not unless you dont mind spending bags of money! lol
Take a wine appreciation course and learn the basics, you can them make an informed choice ...have fun!
2006-10-29 06:44:22
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answered by huggz 7
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