skycat 0 #26 September 23, 2006 Actually any type of wine can be weak or potent, I have some increadible pinots in my cellar that can handle the richest steaks, in the pairing the wine wouldn't take center stage, rather it would play a background harmony. Of course most people here don't want anything that costs more than $15-$20. Although for a heavy steak I personally would pick a nice cab, Syrah or Bordeaux. It's just that none of the ones I enjoy are less than $35.Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shell666 0 #27 September 23, 2006 QuoteMy youngest son is having his 27th birthday soon. My tradition is to cook any dinner that he wants. Here's what's on his requested menu: Chanti or Merlow wine (spelling?) What happened to my little boy who wanted beans and franks for his birthday dinner? Back on subject... I know absolutely nothing about wine. Can you recommend a brand? Since he asked for dinner, ask him what wine he likes! Get a few recommendations from him and then pick one for dinner and one for him to take home! 'Shell'Shell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JENNR8R 0 #28 September 23, 2006 Although for a heavy steak I personally would pick a nice cab, Syrah or Bordeaux. It's just that none of the ones I enjoy are less than $35. Quote Name the brands of the ones you enjoy, please...What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites aprilcat 0 #29 September 23, 2006 When someone asks whats a good wine and they don't know brands, I tell them if you see the words 'TABLE WINE" that is not the thing you want. If he said he wanted a Chianti or Merlot, I'd go with the merlots--I find them flavorful. And don't let the seller talk you into anything over $10.99 a bottle if you don't know the difference. Try the Debeouf reds...they are reliable...or Yellowtail, (I'm wild about their Shiraz), you can probably get that in the supermarkets there. Keep it simple, keep it red, and just don't burn the steaks!!! Bon appetite!!~~April Camelot II, the Electric Boogaloo! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skycat 0 #30 September 23, 2006 Bordeaux - I like the ones from the Saint-Julien area, I'm currently out of Bordeaux, and since I haven't stocked up at my favorite local wine merchant I'm not sure what one might be in your store. Syrah - Miner (Napa Valley) is one I always keep in stock, I actually order it strait from the vinyard along with their Wild Yeast Chardonnay. Miner's Syrah is on the peppery side so if you are doing a rub vs. a marinade this would be a good choice. Cabernet Sauvignon - I love Cabs to me they go with everything, it's rare I meet a cab I don't like. Captain's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon - Rubicone Estates (Napa Valley) Miner as well has a very nice cab. I'll go in the cellar tomorrow to see what I all have, my stock is getting low but I know I have a few bottles of Syrahs and cab I bought after tastings at the local wine stores. Don't forget to check your own back yard http://www.virginiawines.org/, most local wines I've had go very well with the local palet and foods. (if that makes sense)Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ematteo 0 #31 September 23, 2006 Hall Merlot (Napa) is really good, and not wimpy at all. $22-25 The other style of wine your son mentioned is Chianti. It is Italian, based on sangiovese grapes. An upscale version of Chianti is the "Super Tuscan" (also based on Sangiovese). These are big, tannic wines. If you want to browse, K&L wines has a lot of good info: http://www.klwines.com/domestic.asp Some of their stuff might be hard to find on the east coast, but can give you a bunch to look for. Good luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites AggieDave 6 #32 September 23, 2006 Merlot. For an inexpensive but tastee merlot Yellow Tail is hard to beat. Its a $25 bottle of wine that sells for under $10. This is because the Australian government subs the production costs to get the wine out there cheap.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites andybr6 0 #33 September 23, 2006 I am a big Chianti fan myself. One of the best I have ever had is Villa Antinori so I can recommend that. However if you are not looking for a specific producer I would say go for a Chianti Classico Riserva of some kind. I would also make sure it has a DOCG label [small purple tab around the neck or over the cork] this means it is produced using the traditional techniques in the correct region. However if you son likes Chinati he will love Barolo its a bit pricier but well worth it and goes very well with red meats. I would recommend a Pio Cesare but if not look for a good DOCG bottle with 13,5% alcohol. A good tip is to check the indent at the bottom of the bottle; a better quality producer will tend to use a bottle with a deeper indent. ------------------------------------------------ "All men can fly, but sadly, only in one direction" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites LyraM45 0 #34 September 23, 2006 Hmmm....chianti??? Ruffino or Ruffino reserve is a decent not too expensive chianti. As for merlot-- man, there's so many! Depends on where you want the merlot to come from.....if you want to go inexpensive, but smooth, try smoking loon. I just had that stuff the other day and it's pretty good. But personally, I'm a yellow tail fan (esp. shiraz) all around. good luck!Apologies for the spelling (and grammar).... I got a B.S, not a B.A. :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Lastchance 0 #35 September 23, 2006 Elk Cove Pinot Noir. I love it with red meat. I may be getting old but I got to see all the cool bands. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites JENNR8R 0 #36 September 24, 2006 Well, I went to the wine store today with a list of recommendations from you guys. I was pretty confused since I know nothing about wine. I did take a combination of suggestions into consideration when choosing a wine. Someone suggested getting two... one for the dinner and one for him to take home as a gift... Brilliant idea!... Okay, I asked if they had a wine made in 1979 which is the year he was born. I thought it would be a special wine for a birthday. No luck... I found a recommended wine from the suggestions to drink at the dinner... 2003 Chianti Classico D.O.C.G. Riserva The one for him to take home as a gift was a combination of suggestions made. Virginia winery... in fact one from Orange County, Virginia where I skydive... 2000 Spotswood Trail Tannat... "a noble grape originally known for making the big tannic wines of the Madiran in southwest France." It has a deep indentation in the bottle bottom and cost between $20 and $35. All of those things were recommended... this must be the perfect choice. I asked about Used Automobile Parts since that name tickled my fancy. Alas, they didn't have it. I did, however, find a name that deserved to be purchased for the name... a 2003 Merlot... Running With Scissors... Even though I don't like wine, and wouldn't know if it were any good or not, I bought that one for me to drink. The brewery should be rewarded for coming up with such a cute name for their wine. I went to the grocery store and got a Porterhouse steak to grill and some asparagus for my dinner tonight just as a rehearsal for next week's birthday dinner. However, I have consumed of 1/2 the bottle of Running With Scissors and no longer have any desire to eat anything. I am soooooooo drunk. I'm very proud of myself for typing so well being so impaired. Thank you "check spelling." What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #37 September 24, 2006 QuoteThe brewery should be rewarded for coming up with such a cute name for their wine. Pssst... beer is made in a brewery. Wine is made in a winery. Glad you had fun shopping. You can learn so much at wine shops - check to see if they host any tastings - that's the way I like to buy wine: try it, like it, buy it."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites stitch 0 #38 September 24, 2006 Next time get M D 20/20, it's proper for any occassion."No cookies for you"- GFD "I don't think I like the sound of that" ~ MB65 Don't be a "Racer Hater" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites JENNR8R 0 #39 September 24, 2006 Pssst... beer is made in a brewery. Wine is made in a winery. Quote Picky, picky, picky... Do you realize how well I did in writing that? I'm going to go play with fire now and start the grill because I think I should eat something. Pray for me... What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Nightingale 0 #40 September 24, 2006 If there's a Cost Plus World Market around, ask the wine guys there for help. BevMo is another good place. Or, if there's a local wine cellar (check the phone book), go there first. I'm assuming his doctor has okayed drinking wine? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites JENNR8R 0 #41 September 24, 2006 I'm assuming his doctor has okayed drinking wine? Quote He is an adult and no longer listens to his mother. I thought it was great progress that he didn't ask for a cake. I'm sure he hasn't asked his doctor. I know that he checks his sugars many times a day...What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bob.dino 1 #42 September 25, 2006 QuoteBordeaux - I like the ones from the Saint-Julien area, I'm currently out of Bordeaux, and since I haven't stocked up at my favorite local wine merchant I'm not sure what one might be in your store. St Emilion is also rather tasty. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 2 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. 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aprilcat 0 #29 September 23, 2006 When someone asks whats a good wine and they don't know brands, I tell them if you see the words 'TABLE WINE" that is not the thing you want. If he said he wanted a Chianti or Merlot, I'd go with the merlots--I find them flavorful. And don't let the seller talk you into anything over $10.99 a bottle if you don't know the difference. Try the Debeouf reds...they are reliable...or Yellowtail, (I'm wild about their Shiraz), you can probably get that in the supermarkets there. Keep it simple, keep it red, and just don't burn the steaks!!! Bon appetite!!~~April Camelot II, the Electric Boogaloo! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skycat 0 #30 September 23, 2006 Bordeaux - I like the ones from the Saint-Julien area, I'm currently out of Bordeaux, and since I haven't stocked up at my favorite local wine merchant I'm not sure what one might be in your store. Syrah - Miner (Napa Valley) is one I always keep in stock, I actually order it strait from the vinyard along with their Wild Yeast Chardonnay. Miner's Syrah is on the peppery side so if you are doing a rub vs. a marinade this would be a good choice. Cabernet Sauvignon - I love Cabs to me they go with everything, it's rare I meet a cab I don't like. Captain's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon - Rubicone Estates (Napa Valley) Miner as well has a very nice cab. I'll go in the cellar tomorrow to see what I all have, my stock is getting low but I know I have a few bottles of Syrahs and cab I bought after tastings at the local wine stores. Don't forget to check your own back yard http://www.virginiawines.org/, most local wines I've had go very well with the local palet and foods. (if that makes sense)Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ematteo 0 #31 September 23, 2006 Hall Merlot (Napa) is really good, and not wimpy at all. $22-25 The other style of wine your son mentioned is Chianti. It is Italian, based on sangiovese grapes. An upscale version of Chianti is the "Super Tuscan" (also based on Sangiovese). These are big, tannic wines. If you want to browse, K&L wines has a lot of good info: http://www.klwines.com/domestic.asp Some of their stuff might be hard to find on the east coast, but can give you a bunch to look for. Good luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #32 September 23, 2006 Merlot. For an inexpensive but tastee merlot Yellow Tail is hard to beat. Its a $25 bottle of wine that sells for under $10. This is because the Australian government subs the production costs to get the wine out there cheap.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andybr6 0 #33 September 23, 2006 I am a big Chianti fan myself. One of the best I have ever had is Villa Antinori so I can recommend that. However if you are not looking for a specific producer I would say go for a Chianti Classico Riserva of some kind. I would also make sure it has a DOCG label [small purple tab around the neck or over the cork] this means it is produced using the traditional techniques in the correct region. However if you son likes Chinati he will love Barolo its a bit pricier but well worth it and goes very well with red meats. I would recommend a Pio Cesare but if not look for a good DOCG bottle with 13,5% alcohol. A good tip is to check the indent at the bottom of the bottle; a better quality producer will tend to use a bottle with a deeper indent. ------------------------------------------------ "All men can fly, but sadly, only in one direction" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LyraM45 0 #34 September 23, 2006 Hmmm....chianti??? Ruffino or Ruffino reserve is a decent not too expensive chianti. As for merlot-- man, there's so many! Depends on where you want the merlot to come from.....if you want to go inexpensive, but smooth, try smoking loon. I just had that stuff the other day and it's pretty good. But personally, I'm a yellow tail fan (esp. shiraz) all around. good luck!Apologies for the spelling (and grammar).... I got a B.S, not a B.A. :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lastchance 0 #35 September 23, 2006 Elk Cove Pinot Noir. I love it with red meat. I may be getting old but I got to see all the cool bands. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JENNR8R 0 #36 September 24, 2006 Well, I went to the wine store today with a list of recommendations from you guys. I was pretty confused since I know nothing about wine. I did take a combination of suggestions into consideration when choosing a wine. Someone suggested getting two... one for the dinner and one for him to take home as a gift... Brilliant idea!... Okay, I asked if they had a wine made in 1979 which is the year he was born. I thought it would be a special wine for a birthday. No luck... I found a recommended wine from the suggestions to drink at the dinner... 2003 Chianti Classico D.O.C.G. Riserva The one for him to take home as a gift was a combination of suggestions made. Virginia winery... in fact one from Orange County, Virginia where I skydive... 2000 Spotswood Trail Tannat... "a noble grape originally known for making the big tannic wines of the Madiran in southwest France." It has a deep indentation in the bottle bottom and cost between $20 and $35. All of those things were recommended... this must be the perfect choice. I asked about Used Automobile Parts since that name tickled my fancy. Alas, they didn't have it. I did, however, find a name that deserved to be purchased for the name... a 2003 Merlot... Running With Scissors... Even though I don't like wine, and wouldn't know if it were any good or not, I bought that one for me to drink. The brewery should be rewarded for coming up with such a cute name for their wine. I went to the grocery store and got a Porterhouse steak to grill and some asparagus for my dinner tonight just as a rehearsal for next week's birthday dinner. However, I have consumed of 1/2 the bottle of Running With Scissors and no longer have any desire to eat anything. I am soooooooo drunk. I'm very proud of myself for typing so well being so impaired. Thank you "check spelling." What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #37 September 24, 2006 QuoteThe brewery should be rewarded for coming up with such a cute name for their wine. Pssst... beer is made in a brewery. Wine is made in a winery. Glad you had fun shopping. You can learn so much at wine shops - check to see if they host any tastings - that's the way I like to buy wine: try it, like it, buy it."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stitch 0 #38 September 24, 2006 Next time get M D 20/20, it's proper for any occassion."No cookies for you"- GFD "I don't think I like the sound of that" ~ MB65 Don't be a "Racer Hater" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JENNR8R 0 #39 September 24, 2006 Pssst... beer is made in a brewery. Wine is made in a winery. Quote Picky, picky, picky... Do you realize how well I did in writing that? I'm going to go play with fire now and start the grill because I think I should eat something. Pray for me... What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Nightingale 0 #40 September 24, 2006 If there's a Cost Plus World Market around, ask the wine guys there for help. BevMo is another good place. Or, if there's a local wine cellar (check the phone book), go there first. I'm assuming his doctor has okayed drinking wine? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites JENNR8R 0 #41 September 24, 2006 I'm assuming his doctor has okayed drinking wine? Quote He is an adult and no longer listens to his mother. I thought it was great progress that he didn't ask for a cake. I'm sure he hasn't asked his doctor. I know that he checks his sugars many times a day...What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bob.dino 1 #42 September 25, 2006 QuoteBordeaux - I like the ones from the Saint-Julien area, I'm currently out of Bordeaux, and since I haven't stocked up at my favorite local wine merchant I'm not sure what one might be in your store. St Emilion is also rather tasty. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 2 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0 Go To Topic Listing
Nightingale 0 #40 September 24, 2006 If there's a Cost Plus World Market around, ask the wine guys there for help. BevMo is another good place. Or, if there's a local wine cellar (check the phone book), go there first. I'm assuming his doctor has okayed drinking wine? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JENNR8R 0 #41 September 24, 2006 I'm assuming his doctor has okayed drinking wine? Quote He is an adult and no longer listens to his mother. I thought it was great progress that he didn't ask for a cake. I'm sure he hasn't asked his doctor. I know that he checks his sugars many times a day...What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bob.dino 1 #42 September 25, 2006 QuoteBordeaux - I like the ones from the Saint-Julien area, I'm currently out of Bordeaux, and since I haven't stocked up at my favorite local wine merchant I'm not sure what one might be in your store. St Emilion is also rather tasty. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 2 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
bob.dino 1 #42 September 25, 2006 QuoteBordeaux - I like the ones from the Saint-Julien area, I'm currently out of Bordeaux, and since I haven't stocked up at my favorite local wine merchant I'm not sure what one might be in your store. St Emilion is also rather tasty. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
