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11-12-2008, 09:53 AM | #41 | |
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Good Napa Chardonnay for under $15- not happening-instead try some Albarino or Vinho Verde or some Sav blanc from NZ (although this is becoming harder to find at this price point). Because of marketing budgets, taxes, inflation-good wine from CA at this price are very hard to find. |
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11-13-2008, 09:59 AM | #42 |
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So, I bought a bottle of '06 Clos de los Siete last night.
Sight: Medium Clear/medium purple/ stained tears Nose: Black Cherry, sweet plum / chocolate, burnt caramel Palate: Black Cherry, blueberry / chocolate, green forest (fern), lots of wood coming through This wine is a powerhouse at 15% alcohol, lots of tannin. My mouth was purple and my tongue was beat up after 2 glasses. I don't think this wine is ready yet- after 45 min decanting, it was still extremely tight- a struggle to get aroma and tastes out of the wine. I would suggest buying 2 bottles, opening one in 6-8 months then again this time in '09. |
11-14-2008, 10:11 AM | #44 | |
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It seems to be the way of new world wines, raise the alcohol in fermentation to mask the lack of concentration or whatever else they are masking...
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11-14-2008, 10:17 AM | #45 |
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Washington State is making some decent Chard's for around $15
The problem with some CA Chard's is they can be too oaky. It's fine balance to add depth, but not make it too toasty/buttery. Chard's from France can be had around $15; don't laugh, but I have bought several Chablis at that price point... Last year, I found some Mersault's under $20 too! A local B&M was dumping William Fevre White Burgundy like it was a fire sale. Took advantage of that one!
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11-14-2008, 10:27 AM | #46 |
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I enjoyed some 2002 Pepper Bridge Cabernet Sauvignon the other night. It's difficult to find under $50. Anyone had it before? If you have can you recommend something as an alternative?
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11-14-2008, 10:39 AM | #47 | |
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That fits the bill of a ton of CA Cab's. I am not too up on CA wines, but try Ridge or Diamond Creek (a little expensive but worth it). Something a little more affordable, Beringer's Knights Valley is tempting at under $30.00.
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11-14-2008, 11:12 AM | #48 | |
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Others somewhat similar and a little less expensive than pepper Bridge are Basel Cab Pheasant Run Vineyard, Hightower Pepperbridge vineyard, Fidelitas Walla Walla cab and Dusted Valley Walla Walla cab. There are a ton more but those come to mind quickly. ~Vitis |
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11-14-2008, 11:15 AM | #49 |
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My neighbor really enjoys red wine. I think she will drink just about any wine, so she isn't very picky and will drink cheaper bottles... but I was wondering what a nice mid-range bottle would be to get for Christmas?
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11-14-2008, 12:34 PM | #51 | |
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It just sucks to spend some good money on wine and then the person does not enjoy that style. One of my friends is big into wine, but does not like Pinot Noir, so giving him a Burgundy is waste of money.
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11-14-2008, 12:39 PM | #52 |
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I will try to ask her... I think she enjoys all kinds but I'm not certain. As far as I know if it is red and wine she will drink it haha.... but I will try to get more information. I may add that I know absolutely nothing about wine.
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11-14-2008, 12:51 PM | #53 |
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Awesome thread. I'm hoping to learn a little bit over time, similar to my cigar journey.
I typically prefer reds and my wife has been a Chardonnay only drinker for years. I've recently been able to get her to join me in a glass of red, don't know if it is due to her pregnancy or what, but I'm not complaining. We had a friend turn us on to Bogle Phantom recently and we've really been enjoying it. Its a mix of 55% Petite Sirah, 42% Zinfandel, and 3% Mourvedre. About $18 or so a bottle. Maybe not a classic--don't know, don't care. But we like it. And it is a red that I can enjoy with my wife. That alone makes it good to me. Any of you guys had that one? |
11-14-2008, 12:55 PM | #54 |
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Thats all that matters.
Just dont drink yellow tail Last edited by aldukes; 11-14-2008 at 01:08 PM. |
11-14-2008, 01:49 PM | #55 |
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Try the 2005 Louis Jadot Burgundy. It's around $12 a bottle and you both may enjoy that one. Serve it very slightly chilled.
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