In Vino Veritas

[Annalisep47]

Any other wine aficionados on here . Bonus points for those that enjoy more than just California Cabernet

 

[Fedora_Hat]

Any other wine aficionados on here . Bonus points for those that enjoy more than just California Cabernet

I was given a few nice looking bottles for Christmas. A Malbec, a Shiraz and a Rioja. And they don't look cheap, so that's nice.

 

[Annalisep47]

I was given a few nice looking bottles for Christmas. A Malbec, a Shiraz and a Rioja. And they don't look cheap, so that's nice.

Looks can be deceiving. But glad to hear it

 

[Fedora_Hat]

I like wine, but can't afford to be a connoisseur and tend to try to find decent reds for around $10 a bottle, so I drink a lot of Chilean and Argentinian wines, Malbec, Carmenere, etc.

Chilean wines are my go to.

 

[Annalisep47]

I like wine, but can't afford to be a connoisseur and tend to try to find decent reds for around $10 a bottle, so I drink a lot of Chilean and Argentinian wines, Malbec, Carmenere, etc.

Fair enough. I’ll admit I tend to prefer French or Italian.

 

[nightrider6918]

I love new world wines - particularly Malbecs

 

[whoamitoday42]

Fair enough. I’ll admit I tend to prefer French or Italian.

Luscious Rhône valley reds for me

 

[Annalisep47]

Luscious Rhône valley reds for me

I can agree there. Especially Syrahs

 

[whoamitoday42]

I can agree there. Especially Syrahs

Very nice, but I also have a weakness for the blends.

 

[WoodenVibrator]

I thought this was going to be a thread soliciting Tombstone play. *

 

[JRPerrone]

I don't think I qualify as an aficionado, but I'm with RF . . . my go-to is Chianti. That said, I recently had the opportunity to spend some time in Spain and loved the reds there. My favorite was Carramimbre Roble.

 

[glBock]

Any other wine aficionados on here . Bonus points for those that enjoy more than just California Cabernet

I will forego the bonus points and admit that I do not go for expensive wines, seeing that I enjoy beer more anyway. When I drink wine however, I enjoy a simple Sauvignon blanc made from grapes grown in South Africa. Our local Aldi store sells it for around 3 and a half bucks, and it has just the right taste for me. Sorry to disappoint y'all connoisseurs.

 

[Dribble]

Just like the Pacific Northwest fostered in the home brew revolution, it is also leading in the development of fine wine. Blind taste tests don't lie.

 

[base10]

Any other wine aficionados on here . Bonus points for those that enjoy more than just California Cabernet

I think I may have found my people here. There's so much more than California Cabernet (Though I did have an excellent one the other night).

Last night's party was a mix of Champagne and Argentinian Malbec.


What's your go to?

 

[Annalisep47]

I think I may have found my people here. There's so much more than California Cabernet (Though I did have an excellent one the other night).

Last night's party was a mix of Champagne and Argentinian Malbec.


What's your go to?

I tend to prefer elegant acidic reds, or herbaceous mineral whites.

I love Barolos and Brunellos. Garganega and Albariño. Even Australian rieslings that taste like bell pepper and gasoline lol. I tend to prefer Earthy though and new world has some work to do there

 

[base10]

I tend to prefer elegant acidic reds, or herbaceous mineral whites.

I love Barolos and Brunellos. Garganega and Albariño. Even Australian rieslings that taste like bell pepper and gasoline lol. I tend to prefer Earthy though and new world has some work to do there

I agree with you on the last point. Too many new world wines are fruit bombs. Sometimes I'm in the mood for that, but usually prefer something a bit softer. Of the new world, I feel like Oregon and Washington are trending in that direction more than California.

Had a wonder Barbaresco the other day to further your Italian Bs theme. Currently looking at a bottle on French Malbec sitting on my counter that I'm curious about.

 

[Annalisep47]

I agree with you on the last point. Too many new world wines are fruit bombs. Sometimes I'm in the mood for that, but usually prefer something a bit softer. Of the new world, I feel like Oregon and Washington are trending in that direction more than California.

Had a wonder Barbaresco the other day to further your Italian Bs theme. Currently looking at a bottle on French Malbec sitting on my counter that I'm curious about.

You’ll have to let us know how it goes.

 

[base10]

You’ll have to let us know how it goes.

I've had plenty of Argentinian Malbec, never French. So I'm curious. Though I probably shouldn't open it tonight.

 

[Annalisep47]

I've had plenty of Argentinian Malbec, never French. So I'm curious. Though I probably shouldn't open it tonight.

Argentina tends to be more fruit and spice and less acidity. French is usually a blend but a bit more earthy. And minerally

 

[quietlylooking]

Something odd has happened to my tastebuds or my sense of smell. I used to love many red wines, especially syrahs and zinfandels. However, I've become very sensitive to something in them that makes them smell a bit like ethyl acetate/nail polish remover. I think it is the volatile acidity. It's not a problem with every bottle, and as expected, I sense it more in bottles which have been opened for a few days, but sometimes I can taste it even in brand new bottles.

I don't have this problem with white wines, perhaps because they are chilled. So I've abandoned red wines for now unless someone can point me to a red wine style and/or brand which has consistently low VA.

 

[Annalisep47]

Something odd has happened to my tastebuds or my sense of smell. I used to love many red wines, especially syrahs and zinfandels. However, I've become very sensitive to something in them that makes them smell a bit like ethyl acetate/nail polish remover. I think it is the volatile acidity. It's not a problem with every bottle, and as expected, I sense it more in bottles which have been opened for a few days, but sometimes I can taste it even in brand new bottles.

I don't have this problem with white wines, perhaps because they are chilled. So I've abandoned red wines for now unless someone can point me to a red wine style and/or brand which has consistently low VA.

Maybe go with Oregon/Washington wines? And avoid natural wines. I know a fair amount of acidification happens in Australia/New Zealand. And the French actually enjoy that sensation lol. You could also try petit Syrah out of California. I wish you all the luck!

 

[cliteatingman]

I was given a few nice looking bottles for Christmas. A Malbec, a Shiraz and a Rioja. And they don't look cheap, so that's nice.

I am moderately knowledgeable.

 

[m_anew1]

I know my wines. Similar to music, my wine tastes & preferences have morphed over the years, and will continue to, I'm sure.

 

[her_secret]

Something odd has happened to my tastebuds or my sense of smell. I used to love many red wines, especially syrahs and zinfandels. However, I've become very sensitive to something in them that makes them smell a bit like ethyl acetate/nail polish remover. I think it is the volatile acidity. It's not a problem with every bottle, and as expected, I sense it more in bottles which have been opened for a few days, but sometimes I can taste it even in brand new bottles.

I don't have this problem with white wines, perhaps because they are chilled. So I've abandoned red wines for now unless someone can point me to a red wine style and/or brand which has consistently low VA.

I don’t enjoy sparking wine as much as I used to. Now they are just too acidic, which is a pity. During my Air Force days in Germany, with frequent trips to France, I never met a sparkler that I didn’t like, alas.

 

[quietlylooking]

Maybe go with Oregon/Washington wines? And avoid natural wines. I know a fair amount of acidification happens in Australia/New Zealand. And the French actually enjoy that sensation lol. You could also try petit Syrah out of California. I wish you all the luck!

Thanks for the tips!