Red wine

[Juppe12]

oh sorry, we were talking about red wine

 

[Shooter13]

For a decent red wine that taste okay and will get you by is "Black Box" wines, the Cabernet Sauvignon is good.

 

[L1986]

Never been much of a wine drinker but a couple years ago a buddy turned me on to Malbec. I actually really like it and there are some pretty decent cheap bottles. I do drink it chilled though! I know that is apparently a sin to wine ppl but I’m a southern boy and if it’s wet and it isn’t coffee then it should be cold!

On a side note....if you drink enough Malbec you might just get the urge to take a trip to Argentina for a dove hunt...happened to me....had the whole damn thing planned and then stupid covid hit...1000 doves in a day seems crazy and I will probably need some of that wine or something much stronger to recover from the shoulder pain but will be worth it

 

[Downeast]

I'm far from any wine expert but I have found that the best thing to do is to read the labels. A good wine will tell you the "flavors" of the grape. It could be spicy, fruity, bitter, even like mocha. Then when you take a sip you can actually taste the different flavors of the wine, usually in the same order as they are listed on the bottle. Makes it kind of fun. My doctor told me that for many of her patients that drink red wine on a regular basis tend to have lower cholesterol levels. My wife and I usually have a bottle or two a week. We can get four glasses out of a bottle, so that is enough for two dinners per bottle. I like the Pinot Noir's while my wife likes the Malbec's. And I hate to say it because it sounds so damn limp-wristed but a good glass of wine with the right cheese is killer.

 

[rjtfroggy]

I don't drink wine but the wife does and now that she found Kirkland (costco) for $8 a bottle she buys both red and white.
According to her and some of her friends you can't tell the difference from $20 wines.

 

[FNSafari]

19 Crimes DARK RED is very good. Penfolds Koonunga Hill is ok also a shiraz/cab blend

 

[okie]

cold duck lol

 

[GaryL1959]

Doctor told me I need to have 8oz. of red wine a day. What would be a good choice? Would like a grade above red mountain....lol

Semi-local to me, but Duplin wineries Hatteras Red checks the boxes for me, not exactly sweet, not dry, just right, to my tastes. Goes well with a steak or chicken ( I know , red with beef, white with chicken, but that chicken don't know what color the wine is!), or just a glass by itself.

 

[Forum Boss]

For value, I like the Big Livingston Cellers 1.5 L. I prefer the Merlot but the Cab is fine. This stuff is suprisingly good. The bottle is $6.99-$7.99 at my local CVS. I like this stuff better than the boxed wine. I won't call myself an expert, but I live in a wine growing region and have tasted some pretty good stuff. This is an outstanding value. They also make a 3-Liter jug.

 

[DGP4]

The best most consistent quality red "jug" wine that I have found is Robert Mondavi Woodbridge, either the merlot or the cabernet reds. Comes in 1.5 liter bottles usually for less than $10 and is widely available. I do like Argentine malbecs and Costco happens to have an excellent version in their Kirkland Signature series for $6.99 a bottle (last I checked).

 

[rr2030]

Start drinking chianti (sweet, fruity) and barbera (dry, tart) wines. Eat lots of garlic and tomatoes, start yelling a lot.
Growing up, my favorite neighbors were Sicilian, they drank Cribari by the gallon. Learned a lot about cooking from them.
And yes, they yelled a lot.

In our defense, we don't think we are yelling, really.

 

[WyleWD]

Doctor told me I need to have 8oz. of red wine a day. What would be a good choice? Would like a grade above red mountain....lol

If you've never drank much wine, I'd recommend that you start out with a German red wine like Dornfelder, if you can't find it then find a Pinot Noir or Merlot. Cabernet Savingion (sp?) can be a bit strong or too dry, but it is probably better for you. The temperature that you drink it at can have a big affect on its taste. At least until you get past the second glass or three.

Generally speaking room temperature or slightly less for reds is best. Whites are usually better chilled. Lastly, share it with the wife liberally. JME, your mileage may vary. WD

 

[DiffEQ]

In our defense, we don't think we are yelling, really.

Agreed - it was impassioned discussion around the table. My house was German and Irish. Even more yelling, plus fisticuffs.
When I learned that grandma and grandpa would fist-fight out on the lawn when whiskied up, it all made sense.

 

[wkdickinson]

My wife and I drink a lot of wine, as do most of our friends. Most non-wine drinkers start out with Merlot. But I would suggest you shortcut the process and start with Pinot Noir in the $10 - $12 range. You will find it goes well with everything from roast turkey to salmon to a nice steak. As your taste for wine develops you will likely move on into the Cabernets (much better with steaks). Some of the best reasonably priced reds are Italian (Bolla Brand Valpolicella is a nice choice and a good value - available at the grocery store).

 

[X-Caveman]

I need to see your doctor. Who is he/ she???

 

[billshehane]

Not a wine drinker myself, looks too much like Dextron transmission fluid. But my huntin Buddies seem to like Boons Farm Country Quincher.

 

[RKS]

Doctor told me I need to have 8oz. of red wine a day. What would be a good choice? Would like a grade above red mountain....lol

I've had all levels of quality wines. Just because something is pricey doesn't mean you will like it. The problem with a lot of basement level wines is the tannin taste which usually leaves a bitter or dry/tart aftertaste - the "pucker" factor. This is not pleasant unless you actually like it. Some people like grappa and I can't imagine why.

If you are going to have a daily glass you still don't have to spend a lot. Instead of an individual brand I would suggest a Merlot/Cabernet mix. A Cab has a full flavor and the Merlot is slightly fruity which will mellow some of the tannic quality of the Cab. It is a good balance for the palate.

 

[wkdickinson]

I think the other really important consideration is if you intend to drink wine primarily with food (as i do) or just sit and have a glass of wine. Many wines that go great with food are not very pleasant to just drink, like a "big" expensive California Cabernet, which would be a wonderful accompaniment to a huge ribeye, but not as a glass before dinner. However, you will likely find many Pinot Noirs that fit both.

 

[X-Caveman]

Not a wine drinker myself, looks too much like Dextron transmission fluid. But my huntin Buddies seem to like Boons Farm Country Quincher.

Your hunting buddies aren't wine drinkers, either.

 

[Fast14riot]

I agree with Boss, Livingston is a decent jug wine for the price. I also live in a wine region, for a little bit better wine at a decent price Michael David winery has a wide distribution, their 7 Deadly Zins, or Freak Show cab are excellent. 19 crimes is a good choice between the two. Id love to recommend more, but many of my local wineries do not even have distribution at all.