wine reccomendations

[JacobM5727]

hey guys, my mom wants to get my g\fs grandma a little something for christmas

my suggestions were wine or a hillshire farms thingy (mmm)

i would rather get them wine, well not me, my mom (im not 21)
anyways they like red wine, champagne (the only white they like), and chardonnay (so they say, im not sure if they really know... )

my mom only wants to spend $20 or less - so nothing fancy from like 20 years ago or whatever.....lol thanks

[Graham]

Jacob, .
I would suggest something from the "New World" , Australian wines are very good and not too dear, S. Africa make some nice wines too, and there are some good ones from S America (Chile etc.).
You have some very good home grown wineries out in California.
My favourite at the moment is

Rosemount Estate Shiraz Cabernet (2000)

it's very smooth and full flavoured, a real quality wine, it is about £8 a bottle here, that would equate to $11, but there may be a premium because it is imported, if you can find it at all.
Cheaper French wine has pretty much been overtaken, in flavour, body, and value by the "new world" wines, specifically Australian.

Incidentally, Chardonnay is white too.


G

[krusty the klown]

Graham - try Rosemount GSM (Grenache Shiraz Mouvedre) if ya like the Shiraz. Bit of a treat @ around 15notes/btl, but hey!

I'd agree about the New World wines - some are fantastic.

Personally, I love some of the Chilean wines

Hey, Jacob - how about, as something a little more unusual, try a sparkling red from Australia. If you say they like champagne & red wine, why not get a combination!! I know it sounds weird and some sparkling red is just gassed-up pop, but get the proper stuff. Just tried to find some info.... didn't have any luck, but a decent wine merchant should know the stuff.

It's not too expensive - it should be within your budget

Actually, "New World" , Australian wines are very good!
I was surprized when I tried a couple..

I'm not sure where your are Jacob as far as what's in the stores, but I think an Autrailian wine might be a treat.
Also remember when playing the guessing game, a good liquor store might have a little higher prices but you get free advice

[edwelly]

While I don't know much about wines, I do know that I love Pinot Noir. It is my favorite.
Just my $0.02...
---edwelly

[Mike]

I don't know anything about wine (All of the stuff under $50 tastes the same to me..Must be because i'm a teenager!)
Personally I would go to a big liquor store and just ask the people behind the counter what they would suggest- That's what my dad did and he came home with some good wine that was pretty cheap.

[JacobM5727]

chardonnay is white too?
it seemed reddish on those "turning leaf" commercials..... o well
maybe it was pink..

[nodnerb2]

Hi,
Below is a brief outline of Chardonnay. I am also very much in favour of the New World Wines with Wolf Blass Cabernet Sauvignon being my choice at the moment.

Chardonnay comes from the finest white grape variety in the world, the green-skinned European vinifera grape. This is the grape that French winemakers transform into the great White Burgundy wines. North American chardonnays are growing in popularity and increasingly winning recognition the world over.
Chardonnay is one of the few grapes in the world that does not require blending. It is a highly complex, aromatic grape, complete and balanced enough in flavor to stand beautifully on its own. The artistry of the winemaker's fermentation and aging process brings forth an intriguing variety of delicate aromas and flavors in Chardonnay wines.
Chardonnay made as a pure white wine conjures up visions of green apple, lemon or citrus, all pointing to fruity flavor and acidity. Wines made from extremely ripe grapes bear the distinctly softer Chardonnay flavors of figs, pineapples, ripe apples, melons and honey.
Chardonnay is always dry and no other wine benefits more from the oak aging process. Earthy, toasty, vanilla, caramel, buttery flavors are all descriptives of a Chardonnay aged in oak.
Chardonnay grapes are very expensive, and wine prices often reflect that. Nonetheless, Chardonnay's popularity continues among wine lovers worldwide. Its style may vary from vintner to vintner, barrel to barrel, and harvest to harvest but Chardonnay remains a classic favorite.
The WineWizards says, "December or May, a Chardonnay will charm your day."


Cheers!!

Nodnerb2

[thekingofpain]

Having worked with food in my past aboard cruiseships---it may not be so personal but id recommend a gift cert from your/their favorite winespot, at least they have the option to pick according to their preference and menu or situation that they may eventually plan for your fine gift...


Forgot---its for Grandma---even better----go with her and learn alittle about wine yourself being new to it---assist her in choosing, could be a great time for her having some time with the 2 of you, may come out ahead and she might share a taste with you and her grand daughter over dinner at home :-)

[JacobM5727]

thanks guys.. seems like everyone on here drinks often and has an iq over 110

crazy world we live in