boinky 0 #1 February 2, 2005 So, I go to the fancy shmancy liquor store to buy a bottle of wine for a friend for her birthday. She had mentioned that she liked Chardonnay, but preferred some sort of wine that started with "Pinot." I go straight to the "Pinot Noir" section and get a cutie salesperson to help me choose one, as I am not a wine drinker persay. I told him that price was not a big problem, but I wanted a pleasant tasting one. He directs me to a $22 bottle with a "strawberry jam" flavor. It's made by "Bearboat" and is a 2002 Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley. I'm very pleased with myself and I bounce off to work to show off my purchase. I go into my office and happen to look at the list of her preferences that was attached to my computer, and to my horror, I discover that I have bought the wrong kind of wine. I knew the guy had told me it was a red wine, and I sort of wondered how someone could like both a white Chardonnay AND a red wine, but once again, I know very little about wines. So off to the local wino liquor store around the corner that had no wine expert employed there, to buy the correct wine...a "Pinot Grigio." Fortunately, there was a rep for one of the wine companies checking inventory. I guess I looked pretty lost, so he kindly assisted me, and didn't even try to specifically sell me HIS brands. Now, I have 2 bottles (WOW! White wine is much cheaper than red wine). I have covered all of my bases this way. I have a bottle of 2003 "Toad Hollow" Chardonnay (we ARE TOADSUCKERS, you know) and a bottle of 2003 "Mezza Corona" Pinot Grigio. Man...the things I do for friends on their special days. Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Girlfalldown 0 #2 February 2, 2005 Well I hope she didn't actually want a Pinot Blanc. -------------- (Do not, I repeat DO NOT, take my posts seriously.) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #3 February 2, 2005 QuoteWell I hope she didn't actually want a Pinot Blanc. Oh no...ANOTHER ONE? But I think I'm good this time. I took the list with me. Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davedlg 0 #4 February 2, 2005 QuoteWell I hope she didn't actually want a Pinot Blanc. Or Pinot Gris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Girlfalldown 0 #5 February 2, 2005 QuoteQuoteWell I hope she didn't actually want a Pinot Blanc. Oh no...ANOTHER ONE? But I think I'm good this time. I took the list with me. There's also Pinot Munier. -------------- (Do not, I repeat DO NOT, take my posts seriously.) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GTAVercetti 0 #6 February 2, 2005 How about a Pinot Meunier? okay, technically it is not a wine, but is the grape type...as are pinot noir, gris (grigio), and blanc. Blut those last three make wines of the same name. Pinot Meunier is used to make champagne, although the regualr wine is made in some places though not as popular edit: DAMN! Girlfalldown beat me to it!!Why yes, my license number is a palindrome. Thank you for noticing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #7 February 2, 2005 Way too much "Pinot" for my little mind to handle. I can promise you that I will be enjoying the Pinot Noir when I get back from CRW camp. "One day...at CRW camp...."Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #8 February 2, 2005 A Florida vineyard has developed a new hybrid grape that acts as an anti-diuretic for the retirees. The wines will be marketed under the new varietal name "Pinot More". Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viking 0 #9 February 2, 2005 who cares!! wine tastes like rotten grapes anyway!!I swear you must have footprints on the back of your helmet - chicagoskydiver My God has a bigger dick than your god -George Carlin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #10 February 2, 2005 QuotePinot More". HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA After all the water I've been drinking to lose weight for CRW camp, I need this! Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 30 #11 February 2, 2005 Go away Vicking... Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GTAVercetti 0 #12 February 2, 2005 Quotewho cares!! wine tastes like rotten grapes anyway!! I should hope so. I would not want my wine tasting like say...rotten fish. But it is oh so delicious.Why yes, my license number is a palindrome. Thank you for noticing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #13 February 2, 2005 CRW Camp! Now I get it! Those last 3 pounds? I was wondering if you a) had an eating disorder or b) were a jockey or wrestler trying to make weight for your next race or meet! Enjoy the Pinot Noir for yourself, and your friend probably did want the Pinot Grigio and not the others! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #14 February 2, 2005 Yup...CRW camp. Specifically Women's World Record CRW practice. I've been invited!!! 3 lbs. might as well be a million in this discipline of skydiving. Wing loading is VERY important. Even if I lose those 3 lbs., it still puts me on the high end of their acceptable wing loadings. The good news is the Record attempt isn't until the end of April this year. I should lose those last few necessary pounds to make about a 1.34 wing loading by then. Perhaps I should save the "Pinot Noir" until then? I can celebrate!!!Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #15 February 2, 2005 Quote...as are pinot noir, gris (grigio), and blanc. Blut those last three make wines of the same name Actually, blanc and gris/grigio are two different wines. To confuse matters Alsacian versions of gris are usually called "tokay pinot gris", and have absolutely nothing in common (as far as I can tell) with Hungarian Tokay. Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyMan 7 #16 February 2, 2005 That's the great thing about wine... For the most part, even when you buy the wrong one, it's still real nummy. I would never stress over buying the "wrong" bottle. _Am__ You put the fun in "funnel" - craichead. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #17 February 2, 2005 QuoteI would never stress over buying the "wrong" bottle. Unless, of course, you buy red when she prefers white, huh? Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 30 #18 February 2, 2005 QuoteFor the most part, even when you buy the wrong one, it's still real nummy. You obviously never had Baby Duck... Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #19 February 2, 2005 QuoteFor the most part, even when you buy the wrong one, it's still real nummy. If I order a zin from the Shaw vineyard, and get something from Charles Shaw, I'm gonna be pissed! :-) Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GTAVercetti 0 #20 February 2, 2005 QuoteQuote...as are pinot noir, gris (grigio), and blanc. Blut those last three make wines of the same name Actually, blanc and gris/grigio are two different wines. Blues, Dave That is what I smeant. Each of the three -- gris, noir, and blanc -- make three different wines that are called the same names as the grape they are made from. As far as getting the wrong one....I have had some HEINOUS wines before by picking the wrong one. And if you like dry but someone gets a really sweet one (like kool-aid sweet), you probably will hate it (as I would).Why yes, my license number is a palindrome. Thank you for noticing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyMan 7 #21 February 2, 2005 QuoteYou obviously never had Baby Duck... Good lord, is that still on the market? It used to be the only thing my grandmother drank. That meant it was the only wine at all family gatherings... Don't get me wrong, I've certainly had my fair share of crappy wines. Most recently we experimented with the Illinois Valley Winery... It was, to put it mildly, Not so good. If you're paying $22/bottle, it's going to be drinkable whether it's your favorite kind or not. Hell, even "three-buck Chuck" Charles Shaw is drinkable. I'd only be upset if I paid more than three bucks for it... _Am__ You put the fun in "funnel" - craichead. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #22 February 2, 2005 QuoteIf you're paying $22/bottle, it's going to be drinkable whether it's your favorite kind or not. The last three >$150 bottles I've bought have been terrible. The first two I dumped, the third got set aside while we drank a couple decent bottles, then guzzled just on principle. Then again, you probably weren't referring to flaws or provenance problems. Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GTAVercetti 0 #23 February 2, 2005 QuoteQuoteIf you're paying $22/bottle, it's going to be drinkable whether it's your favorite kind or not. The last three >$150 bottles I've bought have been terrible. The first two I dumped, the third got set aside while we drank a couple decent bottles, then guzzled just on principle. I see your problem right thereWhy yes, my license number is a palindrome. Thank you for noticing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #24 February 2, 2005 QuoteThat's the great thing about wine... For the most part, even when you buy the wrong one, it's still real nummy. I would never stress over buying the "wrong" bottle. _Am Clearly you weren't there for the summer in college when I decided that all I would drink was sleazy wine. It was many hot Virginia nights of Mad Dog 20/20, Thunderbird, Boone's Farm, Night Train .... ah, good times."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 livendive 8 #25 February 2, 2005 QuoteQuoteQuoteIf you're paying $22/bottle, it's going to be drinkable whether it's your favorite kind or not. The last three >$150 bottles I've bought have been terrible. The first two I dumped, the third got set aside while we drank a couple decent bottles, then guzzled just on principle. I see you problem right there Special occasion wines...try finding a 100-point first or super-second for less. In any case, I usually stay well under that, with most of my "high-ends" being in the $50-$80 range (except the occasional Opus or Caymus SS). Last year I got a couple bottles of Leonetti's, a couple more of Woodward Canyon "old vines", and a half-case of Quilceda Creek cab. Everything else was under $50 (retail, I don't count restaurant prices), and the bulk was under $30. Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 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
NWFlyer 2 #24 February 2, 2005 QuoteThat's the great thing about wine... For the most part, even when you buy the wrong one, it's still real nummy. I would never stress over buying the "wrong" bottle. _Am Clearly you weren't there for the summer in college when I decided that all I would drink was sleazy wine. It was many hot Virginia nights of Mad Dog 20/20, Thunderbird, Boone's Farm, Night Train .... ah, good times."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
livendive 8 #25 February 2, 2005 QuoteQuoteQuoteIf you're paying $22/bottle, it's going to be drinkable whether it's your favorite kind or not. The last three >$150 bottles I've bought have been terrible. The first two I dumped, the third got set aside while we drank a couple decent bottles, then guzzled just on principle. I see you problem right there Special occasion wines...try finding a 100-point first or super-second for less. In any case, I usually stay well under that, with most of my "high-ends" being in the $50-$80 range (except the occasional Opus or Caymus SS). Last year I got a couple bottles of Leonetti's, a couple more of Woodward Canyon "old vines", and a half-case of Quilceda Creek cab. Everything else was under $50 (retail, I don't count restaurant prices), and the bulk was under $30. Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 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
