A co-worker of mine has said that I cannot crink something like that or Rose wine because it makes me look bad. Any wine experts can help?? Thanks
2007-11-12 09:35:24 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Food & Drink ➔ Beer, Wine & Spirits
Also, can anyone tell me why it is?
2007-11-12 10:12:41 · update #1
I would like to thank everybody for their answers. I didn;t know that this was true until now. Everybody's suggestions are great. Thank you!!
2007-11-12 10:27:25 · update #2
yes, I used to bartend White Zin is an eye roller.
2007-11-12 09:39:40 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The first rose (similar to the white zins of today) was produced in Lodi California in the 1800's using the Zinfandel grape. Our modern White Zin differs a little from that. Sutter home made a White Zin in the early 70's where they drained off some of the fresh grape press before fermentation and then added it back in after the intitial yeasting leaving them a semi sweet rose colored wine. During this process they encountered a problem. Some of the yeast was dying off before fermentation was complete. They were discarding it (i.e. giving it to the workers), when the enterprising vintners saw how popular it was with the workers they decided to market it.
a true Rose is very different - and have been made in France and Spain for centuries and can often be not sweet at all.
Whatever wine snobs say (i happen to be one of them) - white zin has it's place in the wine world. It's an excelent starter wine - if you like it - drink it. As a sommelier, I like to encourage white zin drinkers to try and expand their tastes - try a sweet German Riesling, and Alsatian Gewurtraminer, Ice wine, Vidals, Muscats - the world of wonderful sweet wines that offer more depth and "sophistication" - if that's what you're looking for.
True it's on a lot of wine lists - that's because there is a definite demand for it. That will never change. The world of wine is changing - pairing is less relevant - people will drink the kind of wine they like with the food they like - doesn't matter. To me - it's soda pop. But to you - it's what you like - don't let anyone try to change what you like.
2007-11-14 18:37:19 · answer #2 · answered by nate o 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
White Zinfandel, Mad Dog 20/20, Boones Farms, Rose, Blush wines, wine coolers and Wine in a box etc. all have a reputation for being on the Hill Billie side.
Obviously drink what you wish. However, beware that if you are at a business function, trying to impress clients etc. you are going to be viewd as some one who is not very sophisticated. I am not saying this is right just saying this is the case.
Red Zinfandel is more acceptable. You might also want to try a Riesling or a Gwurtzaminer.
I know it is not right for people to judge you but it DOES happen and I want to make you aware of this.
No matter, it is a good idea to get slightly educated (no need to over do it! lol!) on wines you will enjoy and appreciate them a lot more.
2007-11-12 10:39:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
most of us in the wine industry consider white zin on the same level as those alcopop beverages. LIke kool aid for adults. It is sickly sweet and tastes like soda. White Zin is like a college drink. It ranks right up there with Boone's Strawberry Hill.
Rose is an entirely different animal. And when done right is actually a tad dry and not very sweet at all. There are some very nice roses from France.
You'd be better of with something like Gewurztraminer, Riesling or bubbly instead.
In the end it is your choice. If you like White Zin, then by all means drink it. It is OK to drink what you like.
2007-11-12 13:40:14 · answer #4 · answered by Lisa H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
(smiling) I understand and have heard all of the above comments before. I am a white zinfandel drinker too. My favorite is Beringer (and if you look at wine lists - its almost always on the lists). I just wanted to say that yes, there are wine snobs that will tell you its not a "real" wine. Its a matter of opinion... And basically what he is saying is your opinion doesn't count. Well, bull. We all have opinions and we all have choices. Your co-worker may not be a wine snob, but he also shouldn't be passing judgment on you because of what you like...After all, your not passing judgment on him for NOT liking white zin right?
2007-11-12 09:54:02 · answer #5 · answered by Kimberlee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
:) My grandmother will only drink white zinfandel, so my mom bought her a magnet that says, "friends don't let friends...drink white zinfandel." So maybe your coworker is trying to be a friend? But if you like white zinfandel, by all means--drink it!
Besides, I started out enjoying light, sweet white wines and now I'm a die hard red wine fan. It's an acquired taste. A red wine that is tasty even for people who don't often drink reds is shiraz. I also like chianti. But red wines are appropriate with certain foods, just like white wines are appropriate with fish or chicken or certain pastas and the like. Also, dessert wines are elegant and sweet. Your choice depends upon the occassion.
I say, drink what you like and don't be ashamed. But also don't be afraid to try different kinds of wine--you might find that you'll like them.
Tessa Somers
www.professionalhomebar.com
2007-11-12 09:44:07 · answer #6 · answered by Somersky 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
White zin and rose are considered the "soda pops" of wine. Not as tacky as Boone's Farm though! Most people start out drinking something like a white zinfandel as they learn more about wine and their palate becomes more educated. My attitude is that you should drink what you like and to heck with what people think.
2007-11-12 09:54:34 · answer #7 · answered by justme 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
White Zin is considered by most people to be the wine you drink when you really don't like wine.
You should try a Riesling, it's fruity and fairly sweet and it doesn't have the stigma of a White Zin.
I do agree that you should drink what you like though, so if you really love White Zin then why shouldn't you drink it?!?!?
2007-11-12 09:59:40 · answer #8 · answered by miss_nikki 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
White zinfandel is my favorite type of wine and if that makes me tacky or weird...so be it. I really don't care what someone else thinks about the type of wine I drink. If you like it, drink it and don't worry about what other people think. It's really not worth your time.
2007-11-12 09:47:20 · answer #9 · answered by First Lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wine aficionados think that if you drink zinfandel you are not a real wine drinker...I think that if what you like zinfandel go for it, and don't make excuses! But if you into sweet wines, try German white wines, and Australian Red wine.
2007-11-12 09:47:11 · answer #10 · answered by MsM 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a BArtender, yes, it is known to be the wine of the lower class. Go with Santa Margarita Pinot Grigio.... It is sweet er than Chardonnay.
2007-11-12 11:19:41 · answer #11 · answered by Miss Rhonda 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋