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Characteristics of “light” orange wine?

I just purchased a load of wine and one of them was Marani Tvishi. I was told at the store that it was somewhat of an orange wine - which I wanted to try, specifically an example from Georgia - but it wasn’t as intense as most examples because there wasn’t as much skin contact.

How much variation in this style is there? How would I pair a lighter intensity orange wine by comparison? The label calls it an off-dry white wine.

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2024/03/13
18:42 UTC

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In what price range does your wine purchase typically land

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2024/03/13
18:30 UTC

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Sommelier André Hueston Mack Tries 11 Costco Wines | World of Wine | Bon Appétit

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2024/03/13
17:33 UTC

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Frugalpac paper bottles

Does anyone have experience with these?

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/284472

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2024/03/13
17:00 UTC

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Nightmare scenario: Which would you choose?

Some grizzled kidnapper who lost his tastebuds in the war has you tied to a chair and is forcing you to drink a glass of wine. But, dripping-fangs evildoer that he is, he presents you with only four options:

  1. Cold Duck
  2. Manischewitz
  3. Barefoot Moscato
  4. Yellowtail Chardonnay

Which do you choose? (And which bottle do you kick in his face, consequences be damned?)

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2024/03/13
15:49 UTC

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Best online retailers that ship to Maryland.

Maryland residents let me know! Seems every good deal find on wine-searcher brings me to retailer that doesn’t actually ship to MD. Let me know your favorites that do!

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2024/03/13
15:23 UTC

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Dominus Estate Napa Valley Red 2001

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2024/03/13
15:19 UTC

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Bolognase Wine

I'm looking for the best wine to pair with a bolognase. I'm a uni student and my friends and I are doing a big bolognase night and I want to buy a nice bottle of wine to pair with the meal. Any suggestions?

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2024/03/13
13:58 UTC

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I got a bottle 2001 Merlot from a friend. Can I still open it and drink it even if it's 23 years old ?

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2024/03/13
11:49 UTC

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How often do you imbibe?

How many times a week do you enjoy your favorite wines? 😊🍷

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2024/03/13
11:48 UTC

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Best reusable wine cork

I had a set of the silicone Rabbit reusable wine corks. While washing one of them the Rabbit emblem fell out and it looks like on the inside of the hollowed out cork, either wine had collected or there was mold 🤢

Anyone have a new suggestion for reusable wine corks for me?

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2024/03/13
11:01 UTC

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Canned wines.

I've been hearing more and more recently that canned wines are of a much higher quality these days. Can (excuse the pun) anyone tell me what the best canned wine brand on the market currently is? Thanks!

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2024/03/13
09:32 UTC

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How Do Chemical Additives Impact Wine Quality and Taste?

Hey wine enthusiasts!

I recently watched an (old, 2015) episode of "Keuringsdienst van Waarde" that dove into the world of wine production. It was eye-opening to learn that some wines, considered of lesser quality (e.g. 'supermarket wines'), could be transformed into palatable ones with the addition of various chemicals – and these additives don’t even have to be listed on the label. Here's a link to the episode for those interested: Keuringsdienst van Waarde on Wine.

This got me thinking: what exactly defines a "good" wine? Is it about tasting notes like citrus or pear in whites, or is there more to it? I’m trying to wrap my head around what we truly seek in a wine and how these undisclosed additives might be influencing our perceptions.

Despite these potential enhancements, my experience with supermarket wines has been less than stellar – they often taste off, and the hangovers are brutal compared to the more authentic or "clean" wines, which for me, don't seem to cause hangovers at all.

I'm curious about your thoughts and experiences. How much do you think additives play a role in our enjoyment of wine, and what are the real markers of quality we should look for to avoid being duped?

Cheers!

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2024/03/13
08:16 UTC

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Won Vintage 1997 Sauvignon Blanc. So many questions!

Won a bottle of wine at a party. It was piñata style; grabbed a ticket number & the corresponding prize was off to the side. Not just wine bottles falling lol

Anyways, I wasn’t familiar with the party host so I didn’t want to ask questions about the bottle. So I shall take it to strangers on the internet!

Is this a expensive bottle of wine? Is there anything I should know before consuming?

I’ve never had wine as old as me (26) so I don’t even know where to start! So cool though!

Any info or tips are appreciated!

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2024/03/13
04:26 UTC

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What are ten obscure varietals you’ve enjoyed but find hard to find

Here are mine: Mavrotragano Auxerrois Melon de Bourgogne Savagnin Treixadura Txakolina Moscofilero (not too obscure though) Furmint Falanghina Aidani

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2024/03/13
03:55 UTC

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Time to commit some infanticide: Vincent Paris ‘Granit 60’ Cornas 2022

Vincent Paris ‘Granit 60’ Cornas 2022

N: on first blush it’s quite charming. Racing out of the glass with ripe plums, fresh black raspberry, and some Concord grape. There’s a slightly cool, almost ferrous backnote, but over all it’s generous and surprisingly forward. With time in the decanter things get more serious. After an hour it has downshifted, the fruit getting darker and also a bit more reticent. The iron is more prevalent, and after you bust through the dark fruit there is a whisper of lovely wild strawberry.

P: initially the wine is again surprisingly welcoming! Almost creamy in texture, with bright, lovely acidity and a nice form mineral grip. The fruit is quite present but the earth does more of the talking on the palate. It’s dangerously good when first opened and eminently drinkable. An hour later and Cornas has entered the building. There is a growing but quite pleasant astringency developing, loads of pepper, and blood in the mouth. Fruit is red and purple, the supple creaminess is gone, and the back palate is all grip. Someone fetch the lamb!

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2024/03/13
02:22 UTC

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What is similar to Stella Rosa?

Completely new to wine, and not sure if this is something that’s been asked before.

Normally most wines are incredibly sour and bitter, which turns me off from wanting to like it. Then I fell in love with Stella Rosa Black/Reserve, I like that it’s slightly tart but overall super sweet to me. What are other wines that are comparable to that specific bottle. Tbh I’m not even sure what type of wine it is besides being “red” and that it may just be a basic dessert wine?

If someone could point me in the right direction to find something like that it would be amazing.

Thank you!

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2024/03/13
01:32 UTC

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Wine frig pics? Any tips for newbies?

Hey share us a pic of your wine refrigerator! Mine comes next week from Wine Enthusiast and I’m beyond excited. 250 bottles! Oh boy!! Any tips for wine cooler/ refrigerator newbies?

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2024/03/13
00:53 UTC

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Old subzero 424 vs new Samsung 51 bottle

I've been trying to purchase a wine fridge. My local fb marketplace has a ~10 year old Subzero 424 for $600, owner claims it works fine. And then there's a 6mo old Samsung one still under warranty, also $600. What would you do? Take a leap of faith on the subzero 424?

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2024/03/13
00:42 UTC

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Is this safe to drink?

What’s going on with this bag of wine that I bought?

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2024/03/12
23:56 UTC

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Zwebner Estate Vineyard 35.6.18 2017, Bethlehem

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2024/03/12
23:45 UTC

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1-day trip to either Champagne or Bordeaux with Grandma and toddlers

I’m headed to Paris with my family in April! We’d like to do a 1-day trip to either Champagne or Bordeaux but we’re having a hard time choosing btwn the two. We have a dinner reservation back in Paris at 9pm, so that’s something to consider. Does anyone strongly recommend one over the other with small kids and a grandma? Thanks!

14 Comments
2024/03/12
23:11 UTC

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Wine Books

I have a collection of great reads from the world of wine and I’m looking for more suggestions! I’m in Canada so our Indigo/Chapters doesn’t always offer the best selection.

3 Comments
2024/03/12
22:56 UTC

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25th Anniversary help

This August we are celebrating 25 years. We like the cabs. Any recommendations on a vintage bottle from 1999 I should hunt down to celebrate? Under $400 have until August. Thanks for your time

2 Comments
2024/03/12
22:32 UTC

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What 2007s should I look for?

My anniversary is coming up and I would like something lovely to match our nuptial year. What do you recommend?

7 Comments
2024/03/12
22:18 UTC

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Wine tours in Northern Italy

I'm in the beginning stages of a trip to northern Italy, including some time in Milan and Cinque Terra, however, I'd like to squeeze in 2-4 days to go wine tasting in the general vicinity. I've already visited Tuscany and Emelia-Romagna (loved both!) and would be tempted to go back, but I'm leaning toward experiencing a new region.

I want to go to some vineyards (not just a wine bar) and so I'm thinking of doing a couple bus tours that will visit several vineyards.

As for wine, I strongly prefer dry reds but won't turn away others. I'm not a collector and rarely age anything, but I usually take a few bottles home with me from wine tasting trips.

Any suggestions? Should I try venturing through both Lombardy and Piedmont or just choose one region? Suggestions for the best "home base" to stay for a few days to jump between tours? Any particular tours to try (or avoid)?

3 Comments
2024/03/12
21:52 UTC

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