Crafty 305 Report post Posted September 1, 2011 I would like to know what the CERB population is drinking, wine that is. What is your favorite red, white and sparkling wine? I've been tryng to get a feel of what the majority of the people these days like. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roamingguy 300292 Report post Posted September 1, 2011 Nothing alcoholic, I can't drink But when I'm having an encounter, I ask the lady ahead of time what she'd like, and always make sure the bottle is sealed, and only open in front of her RG 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old Dog 179138 Report post Posted September 1, 2011 I love a lovely Chateauneuf du Pape... it's a robust full bodied red from the Rhone. Amarone and Ripasso also come to mind.... One of the all time faves at a reasonable price? J Lohr 7 Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon from California - LCBO has it now on the essentials list at about $22 a bottle. Another full bodied red, it is a perfect complement to a steak - in fact, the Keg has had it on their menu for years. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest E*******h S******s Report post Posted September 1, 2011 I can't drink red (my taste buds love it, my tummy, not s'much). I like a nice Pinot Grigio or a Reisling. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lexy Grace 103697 Report post Posted September 1, 2011 My favourite is a German Reisling named Relax. I am open to trying reds but haven't found a 100% favourite yet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
emb3750 9398 Report post Posted September 1, 2011 Red, Wolf Blass, Yellow Label, Cab. Sauvignon...'nuff said!! 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Daniel17 3616 Report post Posted September 1, 2011 White - Pinot Grigio Red - Shiraz 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PistolPete 61421 Report post Posted September 1, 2011 A social group was formed, a lot of good info in there on wines...and whiskey http://www.cerb.ca/vbulletin/group.php?groupid=71 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reuben Sandwich 13841 Report post Posted September 1, 2011 I seem to be stuck on Italian reds right now, Masi Costasera which is more then I usually spend or a nice Valpollicella. Pinot Gris for white right now but I am not overly particular. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xmy556 6095 Report post Posted September 1, 2011 great value in the reds from Argentina, certainly there are some nice Malbec's ...Trivento Golden Reserve... .....Zolo (they also bottle a nice Cab Sauv).... both in the $18 range in Manitoba, good and robust.. A nice domestic red.. Jackson-Triggs Meritage 2006, maybe $20 here.. enjoy! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VedaSloan 119179 Report post Posted September 1, 2011 Ok, so wine is not usually my favourite, I much prefer sparkling wines! Martini and Rossi Asti Spumanti (I love this one because it makes me think of Thanksgiving with the folks--when I was a kid my parents always used to let my sister and I have a tiny glass at Thanksgiving as a special treat) Prosecco! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kyra.Graves 23779 Report post Posted September 1, 2011 On a cold winter day there is nothing that warms me up better than a nice vintage Barolo - okay a good Lafite Rothschild would (and has) but I don't have that many special occasions and I just can't justify those prices for an average night out. (It's not like it's shoes!) ;) For a nice table red I often select something from Spain or Portugal, IMHO the prices are fantastic for the quality of the wine. In the summer I will often relax with an Alsatian Riesling or an Austrian Grüner Veltliner but almost every year I find a new region with new and exciting whites so that will likely change by next year. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phaedrus 209521 Report post Posted September 1, 2011 I have a definite soft spot for Argentinian Malbec. And for a big Shiraz (nothing subtle, please - I want my taste buds to be bludgeoned into submission). And for Cabernet Franc. And when I'm travelling (or even when I'm at home, for that matter) I have a bias towards local stuff. But really, I'll drink anything :) On the bubbly side, things like Cava and Vouvray are fantastic... bear in mind that if you buy Champagne, you're paying quite a bit extra just to see that magic word on the label. And while it may impress people, the label doesn't actually taste all that good. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spud271 47779 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 Let's crack out the list! Been working on building my little wine cellar back in London and have some very good bottles here as well! Ended up with a wine cellar in the house I bought back in West London that can hold 400 bottles...so might as well fill it up!!!! :D Currently in white.. Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2010 from New Zealand...probably one of the best white wines I've ever had!!! Fish Eye Pinot Grigio 2010 from California, very well priced and goes great with chicken and pasta with alfredo based sauces. Yellow Tail Pinot Grigio 2010 from Australia, again very well priced and goes well with just about anything. Now for red... Trius Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 from Niagra, very smooth wine and one of the better Canadian wines I've had. Would recommend it to anyone! Santa Carolina Reserva Merlot 2010 from Chile. Considered to be one of the world's best Merlot's and I very much agree with the experts on this one!!! Fuzion Alta Malbec Reserva 2009 from Argentina. I have not tried this one yet, but my Father raves about it, so I am looking forward to finally trying it. Folonari Valpolicelle 2010 from Italy. Just a classic wine, great with any pasta and never disappoints! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Malika Fantasy 144625 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2010 from New Zealand...probably one of the best white wines I've ever had!!! agreed with that one! So for me let's see... a Rothschild is always lovely to have, but so bloody expensive! an Auxerrois Blanc de Laquenexy it's a wine from Alsace in France, I never saw it in Ontario and once in Québec, but if you ever go to France...you need to have it, it's heaven in mouth. does Dom Perignon count as wine?:P Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old Dog 179138 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 does Dom Perignon count as wine?:P Oh yeah... Dom counts. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maverick 2873 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 I'm going to sound so un-cultured here but I only drink red wine and the cheaper it is, the better. Anything around $10/$11 is right in my price range. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
O'Cahla 4352 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 Maverick. try that Christian Mouieux 2005, you can usually find it in the vintages section for around 11 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old Dog 179138 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 I'm going to sound so un-cultured here but I only drink red wine and the cheaper it is, the better. Anything around $10/$11 is right in my price range. No need to apologize, there are some really decent value wines out there that are quite tasty. Wolf Blass is very affordable (the Cab. Sauv is on sale for $14.55)... as are quite a few others. Some are quite fun... there's a white from New Zealand "Cat's Pee on a Gooseberry Bush" at $10.95 it's a steal! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Victoria Banks 21899 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 (edited) Relax Riesling. Edited September 2, 2011 by Victoria Banks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gentle Manly 177 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 Mmmm... for sparkles... my favourite is "Veuve Clicquot" the original Champagne.... 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Annessa 22743 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 I have a real soft sport for the Californian Beringer White Zinfandel...a really sweet rose....great for summer and makes awesome sangria when mixed with some orange juice and melon liquor! I'm also a really big port fan.....my favorite is the 10 year old tawny by Warres....Optima. Anyone who says they hate port will love this one! And i do love a good Gewurztraminer.....yes I'm a girly-girl who loves her sweet fruity smoky white wines :-) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ftn40 824 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 To quote Neil Diamond, "Red, red wine". Started off with dry red wine from France, tried to get my bearings around Beaujolais and Burgundy, eventually settled on Cabernet Sauvignon. Later, I found Australian Shiraz, and spent a few years with that. Lately, I have to agree with Old Dog, Amarone and Ripasso. They may be thicker, but you just have to sip it slower. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest W***ledi*Time Report post Posted March 10, 2012 When I saw this on the NSLC shelves, I couldn't resist buying it, just for the *ahem* name. From Jost, one of the top wineries in Nova Scotia. And no ... get your mind out of the gutter... it's actually a blend of four different grape varieties. It's got nothing to do with ... uh ... you know. But it is quite tasty! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kathryn Bardot 99339 Report post Posted March 10, 2012 WIT, too appropriate that I follow with one of my favourite reds... http://www.folieadeux.com/mat/red.html ;) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
