Help With Wine... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

samwise68 · 01-26-2009, 05:02 PM

There seems to be an alcohol based trend with posts of mine as of late, but thats ok.

I'm planning a romantic shin-dig for my girlfriend and I for Valentines day and Her b-day, since they're one day apart. So, of course wine is typically involved.

However, being a down home no nonsense kinda guy, I've only drank beer, with some occasional shots thrown in...whatever. Classy for my is paying a few dollars extra for Pabst Blue Ribbon, haha.

So, what is a good bet for some good tasting wine? Like, watching a movie kinda deal.

Otherwise, I'll probably go with Boonesfarm....since EVERYONE likes Boonesfarm...

Any advice? Please? haha.

-Sam.

fastwillie 696969 · 01-26-2009, 05:36 PM

try these guys real good califonia sonoma county wine
http://www.benziger.com/ you'll wont be disappointed
i played golf with the owners son mike benziger -12/25 a bottle

JON67 · 01-26-2009, 06:45 PM

Don't pay more that 15-20 dollars a bottle. my wife is really into local wines, but I do know of a couple good california wines as well as a good international.

go with red. it's more romantic. a good merlot, Cab or Zinfidel.

Gnarly Head old vine Zinfendel is top notch. also Black Stone makes a pretty good Merlot.

There is an argentine wine called Dona Alicia or something like that. they have a good merlot also.

all these suggestions should be around $10 a bottle and are very good highly rated bottles.

samwise68 · 01-26-2009, 06:48 PM

And I'm taking notes now...

For some reason, I think these will be better than Boonesfarm...hah...

-Sam.

streetstar · 01-26-2009, 07:25 PM

I'm with Jon67 on Merlot. Its much easier to tolerate than Cab Sav.

Beaujolais is a pretty nice "drinkin wine" too thats not too nasty -- at least for my taste buds

Old School Miller is the champagne of beers though

bouncytruck · 01-26-2009, 07:28 PM

I've done tons of design for wine labels, and one of the perks is free wine. There are some great buys in the $12-15 range.

I would suggest going to a real wine shop or asking the wine steward at your local grocery store for suggestions within your price limit. If you aren't a fan of wine, you may consider something light and slightly sweet. If you want a true red, look at Merlot and Syrah.

I highly recommend Milbrandt Vineyard's Traditions Merlot (http://milbrandtvineyards.com/trad_2006_merlot.asp). I'm not sure what stores you have in your area, but it is usually around $12-15 (and it's an award winning label

)

If you want a white, I'd look at a Riesling. There are sweet and dry styles around, so you can pick what suits you and you're gal best.

Think about the label and how she will look at it too. A huge part of wine is the experience, so as long as the wine is decent and she is happy, she'll remember it as a good wine.

Oh, get some real glasses too, no plastic!

Brad · 01-26-2009, 07:37 PM

I much prefer wine as opposed to beer but seem to drink beer more often. Since it appears you're not sure of what wine you like, I'd highly recommend a white wine as opposed to a red. I feel they're much more palatable and since you want this to be a relaxing, enjoyable experience for the both of you a Riesling or a simple Zinfandel would be my recommendation as well.

gdhall_1999 · 01-26-2009, 07:50 PM

I say 2 bottles of boones and a 12 pack would make for a fine night. But I'm not know for being romantic

PanelDeland · 01-26-2009, 08:00 PM

Beringer White Zinfandel is what my wife and I used to drink.We seldom open a bottle since we will not drink one before it goes bad.The key to wine is finding one you like and enjoying it on special occasions.I don't care for wine so have never developed a palate for it.I agree with the suggestion of a White or light wine for a novice although a Merlot is also a great choice.Many females prefer the Merlot.
Pair it with a cheese and crusty french style bread for a light snack and you should be good.

thirdstreettito · 01-26-2009, 08:10 PM

I personally love the taste of Pinot Grigio and Scuppernong.

69ROTROD · 01-26-2009, 08:47 PM

Since you aren't a wine drinker I would go for something that doesn't taste to oaky or leave your mouth feeling like it's full of cotton balls. Try any reisling or lambrusco. They are both moderately sweet. Reislings go well with fish and you can find a lambrusco to go with anything. My recommendation is the Emilia or Daunia.

**El Jay** · 01-26-2009, 08:51 PM

'm not much of a wine person, but I find it strange that nobody's mentioned: Annie Greensprings, Red Ripple, or he wine in a plastic bag, that's stuffed in a box; & then put into the refrigerator.

fastwillie 696969 · 01-26-2009, 09:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by El Jay

'm not much of a wine person, but I find it strange that nobody's mentioned: Annie Greensprings, Red Ripple, or he wine in a plastic bag, that's stuffed in a box; & then put into the refrigerator.

md 20/20 lol

**El Jay** · 01-26-2009, 09:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 70blowngmc

md 20/20 lol

That's a malt liquor, Q.
You forgot King Cobra.

I don't drink either, but I do use them for beer braising.

thirdstreettito · 01-26-2009, 11:46 PM

Schlitz Malt Liquor anyone?

**LockDoc** · 01-27-2009, 01:39 AM

-
How about one of these...

They should be aged enough by then.

LockDoc

**El Jay** · 01-27-2009, 01:46 AM

I have a bottle of wine I keep that I bought for my GF.

Menage a' Trois, vinted & bottled by Folie a' Deux Winery in St. Helena, CA.

About 7 bucks at Costco.

fastwillie 696969 · 01-27-2009, 02:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by El Jay

That's a malt liquor, Q.
You forgot King Cobra.

I don't drink either, but I do use them for beer braising.

no its rock gut wine

bowtier · 01-27-2009, 08:06 AM

OWwwww....makes my head hurt!.... But it does the trick.

Also I would recommend a sweeter wine as opposed to a dry wine. Seems most 'non-wine drinkers' like it better. Good luck.

69ROTROD · 01-27-2009, 08:37 AM

Be warned if you have never had it...

MD 20/20 goes out the same way it comes in, with a burn and a cough.

jb4short · 01-27-2009, 09:51 AM

If you're not wine drinkers I recommend "Cakebread" Sauvignon Blanc

Very easy drinking, great quality, Sauv Blanc

JON67 · 01-27-2009, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by El Jay

I have a bottle of wine I keep that I bought for my GF.

Menage a' Trois, vinted & bottled by Folie a' Deux Winery in St. Helena, CA.

About 7 bucks at Costco.

This is another my Wife likes. Also I mentioned that Argentine wine earlier. It's a Malbec not a Merlot. very smooth and easy to drink.

you also can't go wrong with that bottle of Italian Chianti. You know the one with the bottle that the bottom is straw. Italian restaraunts use them as candle holders. good stuff.

4dranch · 01-27-2009, 01:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bowtier

Also I would recommend a sweeter wine as opposed to a dry wine. Seems most 'non-wine drinkers' like it better. Good luck.

I agree with you on the sweeter bowtier.
Give Carrie or Perry a call. and see if they could hook you up with a gift basket. Blackberry is what the wife likes. I'm a Busch fan myself. heres a link to their site. Good luck
http://www.oldmillingtonwinery.com/index.html

01-26-2009, 05:36 PM	#2
fastwillie 696969 ~Rest In Peace~ Join Date: May 2005 Location: CALIFORNIA NOR CAL Posts: 9,707	Re: Help With Wine... try these guys real good califonia sonoma county wine http://www.benziger.com/ you'll wont be disappointed i played golf with the owners son mike benziger -12/25 a bottle __________________ is it fast ? it has a lighting bolt donut? B___H please, I can remove 90% of your so called "beauty" with a kleenex

01-26-2009, 06:45 PM	#3
JON67 Lootie Stole My Truck Join Date: May 2001 Location: Mountlake Terrace WA USA Posts: 822	Re: Help With Wine... Don't pay more that 15-20 dollars a bottle. my wife is really into local wines, but I do know of a couple good california wines as well as a good international. go with red. it's more romantic. a good merlot, Cab or Zinfidel. Gnarly Head old vine Zinfendel is top notch. also Black Stone makes a pretty good Merlot. There is an argentine wine called Dona Alicia or something like that. they have a good merlot also. all these suggestions should be around $10 a bottle and are very good highly rated bottles.

01-26-2009, 07:25 PM	#5
streetstar Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Moore, Oklahoma Posts: 2,396	Re: Help With Wine... I'm with Jon67 on Merlot. Its much easier to tolerate than Cab Sav. Beaujolais is a pretty nice "drinkin wine" too thats not too nasty -- at least for my taste buds Old School Miller is the champagne of beers though __________________ Are you retired too? Nonsense! I'm in my prime

01-26-2009, 07:28 PM	#6
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: Help With Wine... I've done tons of design for wine labels, and one of the perks is free wine. There are some great buys in the $12-15 range. I would suggest going to a real wine shop or asking the wine steward at your local grocery store for suggestions within your price limit. If you aren't a fan of wine, you may consider something light and slightly sweet. If you want a true red, look at Merlot and Syrah. I highly recommend Milbrandt Vineyard's Traditions Merlot (http://milbrandtvineyards.com/trad_2006_merlot.asp). I'm not sure what stores you have in your area, but it is usually around $12-15 (and it's an award winning label ) If you want a white, I'd look at a Riesling. There are sweet and dry styles around, so you can pick what suits you and you're gal best. Think about the label and how she will look at it too. A huge part of wine is the experience, so as long as the wine is decent and she is happy, she'll remember it as a good wine. Oh, get some real glasses too, no plastic! __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

01-26-2009, 07:37 PM	#7
Brad Out of the carpool lane. Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Clark Co, WA Posts: 5,672	Re: Help With Wine... I much prefer wine as opposed to beer but seem to drink beer more often. Since it appears you're not sure of what wine you like, I'd highly recommend a white wine as opposed to a red. I feel they're much more palatable and since you want this to be a relaxing, enjoyable experience for the both of you a Riesling or a simple Zinfandel would be my recommendation as well. __________________ 1968 C-10 SWB, 5.7 Vortec/700R4/3.73 posi, Torch Red 1968 Camaro, 250/Powerglide, all original (No, I'm not gonna drop a 350 in it!...Jeez!) 2000 Honda VFR in the faster yellow! 2008 Husqvarna TE-610 1967 C-10 SWB 'Six Appeal'-Gone but not forgotten...

01-26-2009, 07:50 PM	#8
gdhall_1999 too far north Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Muskegon, Mi. Posts: 456	Re: Help With Wine... I say 2 bottles of boones and a 12 pack would make for a fine night. But I'm not know for being romantic __________________ 2008 Chevy Silverado 1500 2008 Jayco Jay Feather 17c (Guest House) 2008 HHR 1974 Yamaha 500 Gas saver

01-26-2009, 08:00 PM	#9
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: Help With Wine... Beringer White Zinfandel is what my wife and I used to drink.We seldom open a bottle since we will not drink one before it goes bad.The key to wine is finding one you like and enjoying it on special occasions.I don't care for wine so have never developed a palate for it.I agree with the suggestion of a White or light wine for a novice although a Merlot is also a great choice.Many females prefer the Merlot. Pair it with a cheese and crusty french style bread for a light snack and you should be good. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

01-26-2009, 08:10 PM	#10
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: Help With Wine... I personally love the taste of Pinot Grigio and Scuppernong. __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck Last edited by thirdstreettito; 01-26-2009 at 08:10 PM.

01-26-2009, 08:47 PM	#11
69ROTROD Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Homestead, FL Posts: 242	Re: Help With Wine... Since you aren't a wine drinker I would go for something that doesn't taste to oaky or leave your mouth feeling like it's full of cotton balls. Try any reisling or lambrusco. They are both moderately sweet. Reislings go well with fish and you can find a lambrusco to go with anything. My recommendation is the Emilia or Daunia. __________________ 1972 C/10!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! NEW ADDITION!! 1969 C/10 LWB (Gone to greener pastures) 2006 Cadillac SRX http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=303768

01-26-2009, 08:51 PM	#12
El Jay Gone to greener pastures Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gateway to the Delta Posts: 7,354	Re: Help With Wine... 'm not much of a wine person, but I find it strange that nobody's mentioned: Annie Greensprings, Red Ripple, or he wine in a plastic bag, that's stuffed in a box; & then put into the refrigerator. __________________ '69 Chevy 1/2 T LWB Stepper: Daily Beater '72 GMC 3/4 T Fleet: Another Daily Beater '72 Plymouth Gran Coupe: ? "Ah women. They make the highs higher and the lows more frequent." Friedrich Nietzsche "Never kick a fresh turd on a hot day." Harry S. Truman GUN CONTROL: Never having to say, "I missed you." Always fire two warning shots into your attacker's chest area before putting a bullet between his eyes. Paraphrased from Louis Awerbuck

01-26-2009, 11:46 PM	#15
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: Help With Wine... Schlitz Malt Liquor anyone? __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck

01-27-2009, 01:39 AM	#16
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 26,114	Re: Help With Wine... - How about one of these... They should be aged enough by then. LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 - Last edited by LockDoc; 01-27-2009 at 01:42 AM.

01-27-2009, 01:46 AM	#17
El Jay Gone to greener pastures Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gateway to the Delta Posts: 7,354	Re: Help With Wine... I have a bottle of wine I keep that I bought for my GF. Menage a' Trois, vinted & bottled by Folie a' Deux Winery in St. Helena, CA. About 7 bucks at Costco. __________________ '69 Chevy 1/2 T LWB Stepper: Daily Beater '72 GMC 3/4 T Fleet: Another Daily Beater '72 Plymouth Gran Coupe: ? "Ah women. They make the highs higher and the lows more frequent." Friedrich Nietzsche "Never kick a fresh turd on a hot day." Harry S. Truman GUN CONTROL: Never having to say, "I missed you." Always fire two warning shots into your attacker's chest area before putting a bullet between his eyes. Paraphrased from Louis Awerbuck

01-27-2009, 08:06 AM	#19
bowtier Nobody rides free Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 1,076	Re: Help With Wine... OWwwww....makes my head hurt!.... But it does the trick. Also I would recommend a sweeter wine as opposed to a dry wine. Seems most 'non-wine drinkers' like it better. Good luck. __________________ '71 C10 LWB 400SB/350TH '86 K2O LWB 350SB/400TH-6" tuff country lift, Shackle flip - plow truck '06 HHR - wifes wheels '01 Blazer - daily driver "It's better to burn out than it is to rust." -Neil Young Last edited by bowtier; 01-27-2009 at 08:07 AM.

01-27-2009, 08:37 AM	#20
69ROTROD Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Homestead, FL Posts: 242	Re: Help With Wine... Be warned if you have never had it... MD 20/20 goes out the same way it comes in, with a burn and a cough. __________________ 1972 C/10!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! NEW ADDITION!! 1969 C/10 LWB (Gone to greener pastures) 2006 Cadillac SRX http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=303768



Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

01-27-2009, 09:51 AM	#21
jb4short Damn Yankee Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 2,261	Re: Help With Wine... If you're not wine drinkers I recommend "Cakebread" Sauvignon Blanc Very easy drinking, great quality, Sauv Blanc

Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.