best wines?

Answer 1

Number 10

Chteau Lafite Rothschild Pauillac 1996 - app. $287
Talk about being at the right place at the right time. In the mid-18th century, a French politician was about to be shipped off overseas, but not before visiting a physician. The doctor prescribed him some Lafite wine as a tonic. This politician enjoyed it so much that he offered some bottles to King Louis XV, and before long this wine became the star of Versailles and was dubbed "the King's wine." Remarkably dark, it sports mineral aromas of mint and black currant. Flavorful, its texture is silky and lingers in the mouth.

Number 9

Chteau Margaux 1995 - app. $402
Its color is almost black, yet it couldn't taste farther from ink. Containing passionate fragrances of blackberry and cassis, this smooth and racy vintage is powerful but still manages to be compact in its fruit structure. This vineyard goes back a thousand years and it has definitely mastered the art. The 1995 vintage recalls the 1986 for its complexity but it's also a good reminder of the 1990 for its elegance. The 1994 version is also quite expensive.

Number 8

Chteau Haut Brion Pessac-Lognan 1982 - app. $528
What distinguishes Haut Brion is the fact that it produced the oldest Bordeaux in the world. Founded in 1550, Jean de Pontac built everything from the ground up for the sole purpose of winemaking. Soon after, he opened a tavern in London to serve his wine exclusively. It was an undeniable success. This red 1982 vintage is still youthful and quite spectacular, holding its own against the best wines in the world. It has matured well with time but isn't expected to improve in years to come. So drink it soon!

Number 7

Chteau Mouton Rothschild Pauillac 1986 - app. $592
Remember the Lafite Rothschild? The Chteau Mouton originated from the English branch of the same family in the mid-19th century. They were the first to launch special labels designed by famous artists such as Chagall, Picasso and Warhol after World War II. Selected as one of the top ten wines of 1986 by Wine Spectator magazine, this Chteau Mouton will recall memories of chocolate, raspberries and spices. This palatable vintage leaves an incredibly elongated aftertaste.

Number 6

Chteau La Mondotte Saint-Emilion 1996 - app. $608
La Mondotte was purchased by the Neipperg family at the same time that they bought Chteau Canon-La-Gaffelire and Clos de l'Oratoire. Therefore, this tiny vineyard of little more than 11 acres was condemned to play second fiddle for a number of years. But in 1996, La Mondotte reached maturity and exploded on the wine scene. Fairly fruity and exotic, this vintage is lavish and has a lengthy finish. It is often compared to Le Pin.

Number 5

Chteau Valandraud Saint-Emilion 1995 - app. $668
This vineyard is one of the most important of the garage wines. Basically, it is to wine what microbreweries are to beer. Like La Mondotte, it occupies a small patch of land and its owners pour their artistic hearts into it. Valandraud comprises approximately 10 small parcels of land totaling 35 acres. This wine has been made with care and is quite rare, hence the price. Firm tannins define its rich and spicy structure; it is bolder than later vintages.

Number 4

Chteau Latour Pauillac 1990 - app. $774
Chteau Latour is one of the most reliable vineyards in France and produces one of the best three Pauillac on the market. This reliable wine draws its power from the rich soil on which the grapes grow. Among the raciest wines of the Mdoc region, Wine Spectator selected it as the single best wine of 1993, bestowing on it a perfect score. An everlasting finale is the masterstroke of this vintage, which favors caramel, chocolate, licorice, dark cherry, and roasted fruits. The mouth is opulent and wholly composed. The 1994 vintage is also highly sought after.

Number 3

Chteau Le Pin Pomerol 1999 - app. $908
The Thienpont family's Chteau Le Pin venture is another garage wine. In an average year, they produce about 6,000 bottles of this fine Pomerol on five acres of land. It is truly one of the most illustrious wines to come out of Bordeaux. Its fullness comes from the downy levels of mocha, black cherry and currant flavors. It's a favorite of serious wine collectors.

Number 2

Petrus Pomerol 1998 - app. $1,459
This Merlot was one of the favorite wines at the White House during the Kennedy years. The official name is Chteau Petrus but even its label refers to it as simply "Petrus." The grapes are usually harvested early and left to mature slowly. Extremely fruity, suggestions of berries, vanilla, mocha, and oak emanate from its rich purple robe. The finish is something to wait for as it caresses the palate. A truly exquisite vintage, it should reach maturity after the year 2012.

Number 1

Dom. Romane Conti 1997 - app. $1,540
This French red Burgundy smells of berries, spices and leather. Dark in color, it hints at flavors of soy sauce, flowers and licorice. The aroma is rich and penetrating without being too profound. The Romane Conti is a rare wine that has carved a niche for itself along the years. At over fifteen hundred dollars a bottle, it no longer has anything to prove. Consistently, the Romane Conti fetches prices around the thousand dollar mark no matter the vintage.

Answer 2

The best wine is the one you enjoy the most. Wine preference is like ice cream preference, some people like vanilla others like chocolate and who is to say which is "better" than the other?
The only way to find out is by trying different varietals, taking notes and noticing what flavor profiles are to your liking.
Personally I enjoy nebbiolo, sangiovese and cabernet franc for red varietals. They are fragrant with a nice acidity. I also enjoy most roses especially from Bandol and for whites I love the wines from Campania in Italy: the grapes are fallanghina, greco di tufo and aspprino di aversa. There are so many different varietals and styles of winemaking that if you try a little you will find the Best Wine for your taste buds. When you do it is truly magical. And for the love of God please stay away from mass produced wine producers that you find and Costco or corner liquor stores. Your best bet is to seek smaller wine importers/shops who are dedicated and take the time to bring the best wines from each region. Usually they have the very best. Think about it, it is like shopping for jeans at a small boutique instead of Wal-mart. You may pay a couple of bucks extra but it is worth it.

Answer 3

As the saying goes--there is no bad wine. It may TASTE bad, but everyone's taste is different. It's genetic.

So, it depends on what you like. For inexpensive white, try Ironstone Obsession (Symphony grapes). Goes well with many seafood dishes, spicy dishes, etc. Trader Joes for about $5.

For an inexpensive red, try a Hungarian: Balatonboglari Merlot. It's fruity, not dry or tanic (bitter), but goes well with everything from pork, chicken and lamb to Italian.

Go to wine tastings and see what you like. Your tastes will change over the years, too. What I liked 5 years ago, I no longer care for.

Bon Apetit!

Answer 4

My personal favorite wine is Pumpkin Wine. It is made in Barry, IL at winery called Collver Family Winery. Depending on where I'm at, I'll settle for Riesling.

Answer 5

Which wines a person thinks are best is very much an individual choice. Everyone has their own taste. My personal favorites are red wines. Some of my favorite are:

Barbera
Barbera is often used as a blending grape. As a varietal it can exhibit aromas of berries, plums, or cherries with hints of vanilla, toasty, or smoky flavors. Barbera is the perfect complement for tomato-based pasta dishes.


Michele Chiarlo 2003 Barbera dAsti - Red Wine
Pio Cesare 2004 Barbera d Alba - Red Wine
Tamas Estates 2004 Barbera - Red Wine



Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon is a rich full-bodied red wine. Aged in oak, this is a complex wine with cassis and blackberry flavors as well as hints of bell pepper. This is the classic wine to pair with red meats.



Beaulieu - BV 2003 Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon - Red Wine
Bonterra 2003 Organically Grown Cabernet Sauvignon
Ch. Montelena 2001 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon - Red Wine
Jordan 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon - Red Wine
Peter Lehmann 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon - Red Wine
Silver Oak 2001 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon - Red Wine
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2002 Fay Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon



Merlot
Merlot is a smooth, dry red wine. It is often described as having the flavors of boysenberry, black cherry, herbs, and mocha. Merlot is best with poultry and grilled meats, but actually goes well with most foods.



Bonterra 2004 Organically Grown Merlot - Red Wine
Casa Lapostolle 2004 Cuvee Alexandre Merlot - Red Wine
Columbia Crest 2003 Grand Estates Merlot - Red Wine
Hogue 2003 Genesis Merlot - Red Wine
Twomey 2002 Merlot
Twomey 2003 Merlot - Red Wine
William Hill 2003 Merlot - Red Wine



Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is a smooth silky wine that is extremely fruity. It is characterized with aromas and flavors of black cherry or rose petals along with hints of spiciness or herbal qualities. Pinot Noirs are enjoyed for their soft velvety texture. High in alcohol, they are full bodied but not heavy. Pinot Noir is best served with grilled salmon, roast beef, lamb, duck, and mushrooms.



Acacia 2005 Carneros Pinot Noir - Red Wine
Argyle 2005 Pinot Noir - Red Wine
Cambria 2005 Julia's Pinot Noir - Red Wine
David Bruce 2004 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir - Red Wine
Longoria 2004 Fe Ciega Vineyard Pinot Noir - Red Wine



Sangiovese
Sangiovese is a medium bodied dry wine with earthy aromas and berry, plum, spicy, or floral flavors. It has a smooth texture. Sangiovese is the main grape used to produce Italian Chiantis. Sangiovese goes especially well with pasta and other Italian foods.



Di Majo Norante 2004 Sangiovese - Red Wine
Falesco 2005 Vitiano Sangiovese - Red Wine



Syrah
Syrah is a hearty wine noted for its complexity of aromas and flavors including raspberry, plum, smoke, and white pepper. It is a dark red wine, sometimes almost black in color. This wine is also called Shiraz. Syrah is great eaten with duck, wild game, steak, and beef.



Bodegas Salentein 2003 Syrah - Syrah/Shiraz Red Wine
Jacob's Creek 2003 Reserve Shiraz - Syrah/Shiraz Red Wine
Yangarra Estate 2004 Shiraz - Syrah/Shiraz Red Wine



Zinfandel
Zinfandel can be light to full bodied. It can be rich and spicy or lighter and fruitier. Aromas and flavors that are typical for Zinfandel include raspberry, jam, black pepper, and licorice. Zinfandel is wonderful with steaks, grilled meats, and tomato based dishes.



De Loach 2003 Russian River Zinfandel - Red Wine
Renwood 2002 Old Vine Zinfandel - Red Wine
Renwood 2003 Jack Rabbit Flat Zinfandel - Red Wine
Ridge 2003 York Creek Zinfandel - Red Wine
Seghesio 2004 Old Vine Zinfandel - Red Wine
Seghesio 2005 Sonoma Zinfandel - Red Wine

Answer 6

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Answer 7

red wine

Answer 8

white wine anything by " louis jadot" its french, most bottles ussually cost 100s of doallars in restaurants. you can get it cheap at cosco.
Red wine, Francis Coppla aka godfathe makes good wine pricey so does Greg Norman austrailian golfer its good too. French Red wine again anything by LOUIS JADOT or LOUIS LATOUR.
CHAMPAGNE Moet&chandon like 40 bucks at cosco or some place but it is world renowned all "ritch and wanna be ritch ppl drink it look at the website. VEUVE CLIQOUT (kleco") champagne they serve when buying jewlery at harry winston stores cheap also at costco or yr food store or any liqour store. and of course your cristal and dom peringon( which is made by moet). the better the wine usually the higher the price its like cars.

Answer 9

I like White wines like Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio. Some people who like red wines like Cabernet sauvignon.

Answer 10

I love Reds. I love Pinot Noir, Shiraz, Zinfandel, a nice Chianti... I could go on.