Wine Thread

UncleWede · 01-28-2020, 12:47 AM

So Zin Port is allowed here?

In the sippin thread somebody recommended this. I ordered a bottle for my BILIL for Christmas and picked one up myself. Finally tonight I'm not on call and can enjoy

Very deep sugar profile! I might need to order another few. Even the wife enjoyed it and I'm having with some grana and Skippy super chunk

TomHudson · 01-28-2020, 04:48 PM

My usual favourites California cabs like Stags Leap and Caymus.

I picked up a Washington Cab, 2016 Seven Cellars and was blown away at the quality.
For $22 CDN, it carries well above its price point...

Needless to say, I bought a case...

GeorgeR · 01-29-2020, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by TomHudson

My usual favourites California cabs like Stags Leap and Caymus.

I picked up a Washington Cab, 2016 Seven Cellars and was blown away at the quality.
For $22 CDN, it carries well above its price point...

Needless to say, I bought a case...

I thought Seven Cellars is a CA winery, could it have been Seven Hills?

BMW F22 · 01-29-2020, 06:53 PM

Need some recommendations for an engagement dinner with the family. Thinking buying some Amarone and a 1L of Caymus cab? 7 people.

RickFLM4 · 01-29-2020, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by BMW F22

Need some recommendations for an engagement dinner with the family. Thinking buying some Amarone and a 1L of Caymus cab? 7 people.

What’s in the menu and is there a budget? I usually go with one 750 ml bottle / 2 people with a bottle or two in reserve just in case. So maybe 5 bottles if everyone drinks.

BMW F22 · 01-29-2020, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by RickFLM4

What’s in the menu and is there a budget? I usually go with one 750 ml bottle / 2 people with a bottle or two in reserve just in case. So maybe 5 bottles if everyone drinks.

There’s usually steaks and lamb at this place. Mostly game meat. Last time I brought 2 and we finished it. That was enough for 5 people with 2 glasses or so each. I’m thinking 2-3 this time should be good. Not looking to get drunk. Prefer to stay around $60-80 a bottle.

RickFLM4 · 01-29-2020, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by BMW F22

There’s usually steaks and lamb at this place. Mostly game meat. Last time I brought 2 and we finished it. That was enough for 5 people with 2 glasses or so each. I’m thinking 2-3 this time should be good. Not looking to get drunk. Prefer to stay around $60-80 a bottle.

OK didn’t realize it was a restaurant - no extra bottles needed as you can always just order one if necessary.

There’s a lot of good wine in that price range, some mentioned in this thread. For Cabernet, I found Don Melchor at Costco for $80 vs. $100 elsewhere. Caymus always a sold choice. I mentioned Joseph Phelps earlier in the thread. D.R. Stephens is another I think is pretty good.

I haven’t had that much Amarone so I can’t make a specific recommendation, but it should be a good choice. I’d also recommend looking into Brunellos. The 2015 vintage is supposed to be outstanding - not sure if in stores yet but it may be. There are a lot of good Brunellos and several in this price range. Terralsole and Il Poggione should be relatively easy to find.

I’m sure others will chime in with more suggestions.

m630 · 01-29-2020, 07:33 PM

I had an Amarone recently, and it was very pricey and I was not impressed. Now we drank it after a good Barolo so that may have contributed to the lack of joy especially when price considered.

I much rather a good Barolo or Brunello

TomHudson · 01-29-2020, 08:10 PM

Shoot, Seven Falls cellars, my bad ... I skipped a word lol...

Happened after I finished the bottle...lol

kscarrol · 01-29-2020, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by TomHudson

Happened after I finished the bottle...lol

Valid excuse!

BMW F22 · 01-29-2020, 10:53 PM

Thanks for the recommendations! I’ll check out Costco and the local K&L wine store and see if some of those are in stock.

Naz24 · 01-31-2020, 09:01 PM

Cheap ass wine, but I gotta tell you, this drinks well for what it is.

kscarrol · 01-31-2020, 10:37 PM

You enjoy it, that's all that matters.

m630 · 02-01-2020, 09:54 PM

Did my monthly visit to total wine today and picked up a nice selection of California and Italian wines.

Most are repeat buys, but also mix in a few new options to try each time. These are all in the $15 - $50 range at TW and go great with almost any occasion.

My recommendation for a great every day table wine is the Olema Pinot Noir, best $20 bottle you can find.

nothing more fun than using a shopping cart in a liquor store...

kscarrol · 02-01-2020, 10:23 PM

Have you tried the River Road?

m630 · 02-02-2020, 09:06 AM

I have tried other wines from them but have not tried this Zin yet

kscarrol · 02-02-2020, 10:03 AM

Ironically I've driven down River Road so many times but never tried this vineyard. Will have to try some.

Naz24 · 02-08-2020, 11:07 AM

Just picked up this magnum on a whim. Anyone try it ? $149

cmyx6go · 02-08-2020, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Naz24

Just picked up this magnum on a whim. Anyone try it ? $149

Naz, are you wearing shorts?!?!? Lol.

polychromatic · 02-08-2020, 01:34 PM

Any Amarone fans here?

NorthCountryGuy · 02-08-2020, 02:28 PM

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Any Amarone fans here?

My favorite red and white were Bolla Amarone and Chassagne Montrachet.

02-08-2020, 03:06 PM

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