Any suggestions on a good red wine?

Question

Preferably very smooth not too oaky.

Answer 1

Simon Gilbert, from Australia.
Cabernet Sauvignon or
Cabernet / Merlot Blend
I work in a Wine and Spirits shop and we can't keep this stuff on the shelves.

Answer 2

This wine is great. I think it's exactly what you're looking for. Not too pricey either. Here's a descripstion:

2004 Siena - Sonoma County [ $23 ]
Our 2004 Siena reflects the Ferrari-Carano Italian heritage by combining the Italian grape, Sangiovese, with Sonoma County's finest grapes. Siena has unique aromas of strawberry and raspberry. We blend the Sangiovese with Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon to add support to the mouth-feel and body.
Vintage Notes

Great weather during bloom set the stage for yields to be at or above target levels. Due to the great crop levels, we were able to thin the fruit to assure maximum quality. Heat events in late August and early to mid-September jump-started harvest and required focus to assure that the winery received fruit at its optimum quality. Harvest began in late August and was completed the first week of October.

Winemakers Notes

Siena reflects the Ferrari-Carano Italian heritage by combining the Italian grape, Sangiovese, with Sonoma County’s finest grapes. The wine is aged in older French oak for 16 months to help accentuate the fruit flavor in the Sangiovese. Siena has unique aromas of strawberry and raspberry. We blend the Sangiovese with Malbec and Cabernet
Sauvignon to add support to the mouth feel and body.

Appellation:Sonoma County
Blend:84% Sangiovese and small amounts of Malbec, Petit Verdot
and Cabernet Sauvignon (73% Alexander Valley; 25% Dry Creek Valley; 2% Napa Valley)
Cooperage:100% neutral French oak barrels
Release Day:July 2005

Answer 3

If you are new at red wine and not want oak go with a nouveau beaujolais, dubouef is easy to find. it has no oak, is only a month from release if a 2006 and can be enjoyed chilled tasting of plenty of bright red fruit such as strawberries.
cab and merlot are usually oaked.
zinfandel is another fruity option, full of raspberry.

Answer 4

To drink alone or pair with food? Give us a chance! The classic-style barolo's are very nice (and very expensive) if you can find one from, say, '88, '89 or '90.
If you're looking for a fun wine, try a few dolcettos, a barbera, or for the season beaujolais. And zins are always fun.

Answer 5

Pinot Noir is probably the best red wine for your tastes. It can be served chilled or at room temperature. It's very smooth and not nearly as dry as a Cabernet or Zinfandel.
Merlot is a cooking wine.

Answer 6

Red Cat...from Hazillit 1854..it is awesome..it is a local favorite-The Finger Lakes region of New York State....

Answer 7

There are many good California reds, such as Merlot and Zinfandel (not white!) that you can buy for less than $15.00 per bottle. Ask the folks at your local large liquor store for advice.

Answer 8

A Shiraz-Cabernet blend from Australia!

Answer 9

kangaroo tail


anything from the Coonawarra region South Australia
Barossa Valley region
McLarenvale region

Answer 10

Chianti