Red is a definite when choosing my wine. I like different kinds of merlot, such as Fat Bastard and Angeline. Seems they are a bit too bitter for my taste though, just a tad. Also, they seem quite dry. I would like something a bit less dry. Could someone help me with this and let me know maybe if merlot isn't my thing or a specific brand I should try. Thanks!
2007-07-16 16:19:28 · 12 answers · asked by Kelly 3 in Food & Drink ➔ Beer, Wine & Spirits
ah..i forgot to add this...my price range is usually 10 to 20 bucks
2007-07-16 16:24:09 · update #1
Here are a few choices for reds a little less acidic than Fat Bastard or Angeline:
South Australian Shiraz or Grenache/Shiraz blends. There's tons
Cru Beaujolias. Gamay grapes are low acid, fruity and even respond well to a slight chill
Spanish Garnacha from Toro or Navarra. Usually cheap too.
These may be a bit softer than what you've had. Most don't see much new oak aging so you shouldn't have to battle with wood tannins either.
Good Luck.
2007-07-16 16:32:24 · answer #1 · answered by pitboss 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the previous answer: go to wine tasting or food/wine shows. They usually charge a small fee, but it's worth it - you can taste many wines, and make up your mind which you like. This is something you'll have to find oiut for yourself, because everyone's taste is different. A big advantage is that you get to talk to the industry people themselves, and they are a great help.
Don't pay too much attention to the grape type (eg, cabernet, pinot), because, although they all have their distinctive character, there is also a huge variation from area to area, and even from year to year.
I don't know what it's like in the States, but over here (Aust) they have big wine shows every few months, and also many wine retailers have regular tasting sessions.
One small tip for wine tasting: don't eat too much strong food such as cheese, because it dulls the palate, and drink small amounts only. After tasting about twenty wines, they all start to taste the same, if you over-indulge.
2007-07-17 02:59:17 · answer #2 · answered by AndrewG 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There have been a number of good suggestions here, but only you can make the decision. Why not have a few friends over, asking each of them to bring a different wine along for everyone to sample, and you provide the appetizers. Break out a board game or two, or pick up a couple of good movies from your local Movie Gallery or Blockbuster and it could be a very pleasant evening and a good learning experience. Let's face it, the only way to find a "new" wine is to taste several. Good luck.
2007-07-16 19:04:34 · answer #3 · answered by prnigel 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Merlot
2007-07-16 16:32:58 · answer #4 · answered by Doc Hollywood 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Finger Lakes Wine Festival in Upstate NY is this upcoming weekend at Watkins Glen International. It is a yearly event, usually in July. Pay one ticket price and sample all the wine you can handle. They always have a variety of sweet or dry,red or white(or "blush" for that matter)
2007-07-17 00:48:03 · answer #5 · answered by little lu-lu 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you would like try a California merlot here's some good choices Beringer Third Century at $12.99 and Sebastiani sonoma county $13.99.
2007-07-17 03:23:01 · answer #6 · answered by Mr Christian Ct 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gato *****. I also drink red, and prefer merlot.
I tried Gato ***** merlot and I was super surprised that it is soooo good, and all the more surprised to know it is not at all expensive. It is from Chile.
I have since been serving it to my guests, and everyone loves it.
2007-07-16 16:29:57 · answer #7 · answered by boyplakwatsa.com 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
TO ME, the cheap Australian merlots are pretty mild and on the sweet side but pleasant.
Rosemount and McWilliams are cheap. For a little more, try Marquis/Phillips.
2007-07-19 13:59:01 · answer #8 · answered by Ex-manythings 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gewürztraminer
It's a white wine, not too tart or sweet in flavor. I don't drink too often, but when I do serve wine it's usually a huge hit!
Several different wineries make it. I have found Fetzer to be the best. A bottle usually runs about $8.00.
2007-07-16 16:25:25 · answer #9 · answered by justme 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
a friend of mine got me hooked on red wine....when i first started drinking it i wasnt too impressed...she likes the red wine that is aged in oak barrels. i wasnt crazy about the woodsy aftertaste so i started reading the back of the bottles and finally found Fetzer, it has a chocolate covered cherry aftertaste..yummy...which is now my friends favorite as well....and you can buy the big bottle for around 17 bucks...try it and i think you will like it . oh and it's a cabernat
2007-07-16 17:01:42 · answer #10 · answered by chkee 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋