good wine that tastes good for non-wine drinkers?

Question

My boyfriend and I wanted to try wine, but we don't know anything about it. I was hoping for something that tastes grapey, like a red wine. What would be a wine that most people enjoy? Also, something that isn't real expensive. Thanks.

Answer 1

Angeline Russian Valley Pinot Noir. Not too strong, nice and grapey. I'm not much of a drinker- a real lightweight and particularly sensitive to the taste of alcohol. But we bought this stuff for my dad's birthday the other day and it was pretty good.

Answer 2

Good Tasting Wine

Answer 3

For people trying to evolve into a red wine drinker, I tend to suggest 1 of 2 extremes. First I say Zinfandel. It has intense spice and usually some bold fruit flavors. It is high in alcohol and just over the top, not usually too dry. (These are rules - not laws) Second I say Pinot Noir especially Oregon's. They tend to be light with lush fruit flavors.
None of these are going to taste like Kool-Aid or Welch's but they are good jumping off points for a life-long love of wine.

Answer 4

Ahmm.... I don't find red wines and grape juice to bear any resemblence. I started with a Merlot, as my first wine, and wouldn't reccomend that. From there I went to Pinot Noir, which I enjoyed (a 2005 Greg Norman, 14.2%, ~$16). I also had a Zinfandel (Clos Du Bois, 2005?), which was also good.

One of my friends who likes white wines gave me some Rieseling (Black Tower, $8), which was fairly sweet, didn't taste alcoholic (8.5% I think), and was pretty easy to drink.

If I had to start over, I would start with Rieseling, move onto a Pinot Grigio/Sauvignon Blanc, then to Chardonnay. Moving into red wines, I'd probably go Pinot Noir, then you can either go to Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon (just had some 337 yesterday, 14.5%, ~$13), then you can go to red Zinfandel or Shiraz. I haven't had Shiraz, but usually it's described like Zinfandel. Cabernet Sauvignons are good, too, but like the Merlot, somewhat bitter.

Answer 5

Cheap wine........good tasting........anything by Boones........the cheap stuff that tastes like punch.

Wild Vines has a Blackberry Merlot that is really good. usually a merlot is served room temp but try this cold and with red meat of some sort.

Also, any Johannesberg Reislings are a white that is smooth with fruity flavor. I'm not a huge winer but I like to have some during the holidays. Another good one is Gerwertzermeiner. It leaves more of a sharp taste in your mouth but still is good.

You should really watch the liquor stores. Alot of times during the holidays they have wine tastings where they will give you samples. Great chance to sample several kinds.

Answer 6

Nonexpensive go to http://www.prairieberry.com/

Order the chokecherry medley and the heritage! These two are AWESOME they are great for first timers! Some places in your area might sell this too just check the website!!

Answer 7

I like Duplin brand wine.........not sure where you are but it is made in NC.....Bald Head red is my favorite, it is a sweet wine. It is on the cheap side here in NC.

Answer 8

Riesling. Chateau Ste. Michelle, BV Coastal or Beringer.
They are all quite good and I guarantee you'll love them.

Answer 9

You will both love Druid's Fluid!

http://www.troonvineyard.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=TV&Category_Code=wine

Answer 10

umm I dont particularly suggest white zinfandel.... but for beginners, it is in the sweet side. red wine is too bitter for beginners and most chardonnays are too dry... yup, i would go with sutter home white zinfandel, and then graduate to a pinot grigio....