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Should i choose Merlot Red Wine if i prefer wine that don't taste so bitter and hot? Actually i'm looking for wine can you can taste it's grape favour. I always drink wine, but it doesn't have the grape taste. Just the sour and bitterness. Is Merlot the good choice for me?
Is there a red wine that is not as dry as merlot? My favorite wine is a sav blanc or a reisling, but would like to find a favorite red. Merlot and cab sav are too dry for my taste. Any suggestions before I throw out any more wine?
Whenever I drink red wine, merlot etc, I get the shits! Watery omg. Can someone tell me why? ? Watery shit with red wines. HELP! Whenever I drink red wine, merlot etc, I get the shits! Watery omg. Can someone tell me why?
I need a excellent red wine or Merlot for about 25 dollars? I want to spend 25 dollars on a Merlot or a red wine for after dinner what is a excellent wine in that amount of money
Sauvignon or Merlot for red wine cooking? any advice wanted? I heard either Sauvignon or merlot and also Burgundy. I am basically only using red wime for bordelaise sauces for red meats and steaks. ps and i know any wine id drink would be acceptable to cook with.
Is there a difference between dry red wine and Merlot? (for a recipe)? We have a box or Merlot wine.... and I am making a recipe that calls for dry red wine? Would it come out any different? I am totally confused because I don't drink wine, my parents do.
Is red wine (merlot) good for your health? say 2-4 small glasses a day.
My Dog loves red Merlot wine is it safe for her??...she drives me mad pawing me for more..? How can I deny them big begging eyes. to those who think i harm my dog this is soo untrue...i love her bones but can't have a glass of wine without her begging for a drip of it..lol she has only the dipped drip off my finger ...and I only have ten of them.
Is Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon considered a dry red wine? I have a beef recipe that calls for a " dry red wine". I have Cabernet Sauvignon and a bottle of Merlot on hand.Are either of these o.k. to use or what other red wine is recommended? Thanks.
i have a red wine.. merlot to be exact.. and want to know how to serve it.. i know jus below room temp but? should i open it now... 4 hours before im gonna serve it.. should i keep it upstairs where its warmer or in the basement where its a lil colder... jus tell me what to do ya'll also should i open it so it can breath.. if so when should i
Is little penguin red wine good? I am thinking of drinking it with my friends on New Years. It's cabarnet merlot red wine. I never tried this brand before.
Can anyone suggest a nice red wine to me? Preferably, a merlot or cabarnet? I love rich, full bodied, dry red wines. I have sampled some great ones on my own good judgement/luck, but I'm interested in some reccomendations from everyone else. Please also describe the wine in a few words to me so I can get a picture of it's character. I'm having some good friends over this weekend and we are roasting a side of goat, making kebab, dolmades, and there will be some curried dishes like cous cous and cucumber salad. Looking for something that can pair well with these kinds of foods.
What is your favorite kind of red wine in terms of Merlot, Cabernet, Shiraz, etc. and what winery is it from? If you could include how much a bottle of it costs approximately I would appreciate it.
What is your favorite kind of wine to eat with red meat? Please be specific as to which type of wine it is (for instance, red merlot wine).
What is a good red wine? I prefer a white merlot, but for health reasons, I thought I would try a red wine.? Most of the red wines I have tried so far taste either bitter or seem dry. I can drink it but not really enjoying it. Any suggestions?
red merlot wines? How long after opening a bottle of room temperature merlot red wine will it remain drinkable?
What kind of wine is Ravens Wood Vinters Blend Merlot (red or white)? And if it is Red, you would not serve it chilled, correct?
How many calories in an entire bottle of red wine? Hi. I feel terrible cuz I've been trying to get a six pack? But yesterday I tried to get this chick drunk and in the process I drank a whole bottle of red wine or merlot or whatever. So any idea how many calories that is?
what are some cheeses and upscale appetizers to pair with red wine? i am going to a gathering tomorrow. we drink good red wine. mostly merlot and cabernet. i need some cheese suggestions and easy upscale appetizers. any suggestions?
Can anyone recommend a really good alcohol-free red wine? Prior to being pregnant there was nothing I liked more than a nice glass of Shiraz or Merlot wine. Now I have vowed not to drink any alcohol for the full 9 months (and if I breastfeed too) I have been looking for a good substitution. Fruit juices don't hit the spot and I've been looking at alcohol-free reds. Can anyone personally recommend a particular brand? Thanks! There are plenty of alcohol free reds out there - http://www.alcoholfree.co.uk/index.php?cPath=2_46_14&osCsid=ea9791afbbc28c54b01bb2dc87180a68 and drinking the real stuff is not an option! I will not drink while pregnant! ;-) Thanks for the "helpful" answer Pelayo. I am well aware that there are bad alcohol free wines on the market, hence my question. I usually drink very good quality wines so if there's not a good one out there I will remain tee total while pregnant.
What is your favorite red wine? I love merlot! Any suggestions on good ones that are not too sweet and aren't the crazy expensive kind? Other red wines besides merlot are ok too.
What is a good red wine that is good for me? I have been drinking merlot. Yuck.? I have been drinking Gallo Merlot for years for health benefits. I can not aquire a taste for it. I want something sweet.
What are the nutrition facts for a Red Wine called Turning Leaf 2007? it's made by Merlot.? I have looked everywhere online and I cannot find out how much sugar or calories are in this particular red wine. Can someone out there help me? thank you!
What kind of red wine (generally) goes well with sushi? I like to drink red wine (Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cab mainly), but don't know a whole lot about it. I also don't really know what kind of foods pair up with what types of wine. A few sushi restaurants I like are BYOB, so what should I bring? If you know a great website that has info on this type of thing, that would be awesome! Thanks!!
Soft Red Wine I Can Find In A Grocery Store? (Merlot)? I have tried yellowtail which is REALLY good but i want to switch it up a little...Me and my best friend has a wine day every week so we really want to try new kinds of wines...We like our Red Wine soft..We usually drink Merlot, but if u have any recommendations we'll be glad to hear them :)
red wine- I need suggestions on red wine for beginners? I usually drink beer and mixed drinks but I really want to start drinking red wine instead. I don't drink often and every red wine I've tasted was too strong and couldn't take a second sip. Whenever I attend nicer occasions when there is mostly wines served, I usually just head to the sparkling wine or champagne. I know there are many types of reds, like merlot, pinot noir, etc. Any suggestions on types of reds that are not too strong that a beginner could handle.
Which type of red wine is sweeter? I had this bottle the other week and it was great then I brought another bottle last night and it was horrible. It was dry, sour and left a horrible taste in my mouth, think is was a merlot. Which type of red wine is a bit sweeter and has less of a kick, thanks guys.
White wine for a red wine lover? I'm typically a red wine drinker (sangiovese and merlot in particular). I have yet to develop a taste for white wine, but I wanted to start trying some out. Any white wine suggestions for a red wine lover?
Cooking ribeye steak, which red wine will be good with it? Merlot or Shiraz or Cabernent Sauvignon? I am cooking a ribeye steak on cast iron pan, deglazing with some red wine and onions....Which red wine would be good for deglazing and couple glasses with the steak? Merlot or Shiraz or Cabernet Sauvignon? Those red wines are what I have with me. Also I have 2 different kind of wine glasses, 1 is "wide bowl" other glass is tall long side....Cooking for my girlfriend tonight and I want her to have a good dinner with good wine....Thanks for the answers!
Which of these California red wines are the best wine recommendations for Thanksgiving in your opinion? Red zinfandel,pinot noir,merlot or syrah and the name of the wine?
A question about Red wine...?? How much does a bottle of Merlot red wine cost? Can I buy it at just any place that sell alcohol or is it only found at some?
What is the SWEETEST type of red wine? I'd like to get a bottle, something cheap like $12 or less. I like sweet red wines... I thought maybe Merlot but I dont know if thats really sweet??
What kind of red wine to use in cooking? I routinely cook with white wine, but rarely use red wine in cooking (except in making beef burgundy). If a recipe for a beef stew or beef roast calls for the addition of red wine, what kind of wine do you use? A merlot? A cabernet? Or is there something else? Will any inexpensive domestic red wine work?
What type of wine glass do you use with White Merlot & White Shiraz? I have red and white wine glasses (nothing fancy) just wondering what type of glass to use with white merlot or white shiraz since they have origins of red wine.
non dry sweet red wine from supermarket? I had a ruinite at my mums the other day and it left a dry after taste in my mouth, but that was really the first time i have ever had wine that i remember so I think it was a dry taste. I did not like it, but i like sweet tastes. I don't know is there an opposite of dry when it comes to wines??? I have been reading on this site and have not found much stating "this does not leave a dry aftertaste" so i can only afford to shop at riteaid or walmart for this wine, want something that might be good. is red merlot dry? savignon blanc dry? is that even red? i dont know. I'm not having it with any type of food, just trying to relax after a crazy week. please help me!!arbor mist is more fruity of a taste than i would like, just to add that. thank you for your help!
What is a good cheap red wine to purchase? I was wondering what good red wine I could buy that is under $10 Canadian?. You know that kind you can get at a supermarket or at your local Wine merchant. I don't like Merlot, and I want something light and fresh so it doesn't taste too strong. Any ideas?
What's a good website that gives me the differences between the types of wine? I'm a very big fan of wine and I've try to get my hands on as many types as I can.. I'm still trying to find my favorites: I love white wine: riesling is so good as a dessert wine.. but too much makes me sick. Chardannay is really tasty. I'm trying to love red wine: Merlot is as far as I go. Any suggestions on websites? Or personal favorites?
Which is your favorite kind of California red wine with your Christmas holiday turkey dinner or ham? Merlot,pinot noir,cabernet sauvignon or red zinfandel and the name of the wine between $10.99-$30.99 a bottle?
How to buy good red wine under $25? I found several scoring systems, and I made a list of Merlot, Shiraz, Pinot Noir and other red wines scoring >90% and priced under $25; but when I go to buy I never find what's on the list.
A nice, fairly inexpensive red wine to personally enjoy? Well, I've only been 21 for awhile now but I've come to enjoy a glass or two of red wine on the weekends. Right now I've got a bottle of Shiraz open, from Yellow Tail. I've been hearing Yellow Tail is cheap, but since I don't have a distinguished taste when it comes to wine yet, I like it. My question is, can anyone tell me a fairly inexpensive ($7-$20), yet 'good' red wine to try out? I like all red wines.. Shiraz, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon.. ect. Thanks! =)
when I drink dry red wine???? Why is it when I drink dry red wine, like Merlot or Cabernet, which I really like, I CANNOT SLEEP???? I toss and turn omg I grit my teeth! I really like it; its not until I try to go to bed that I find out I react to it like I had 4 cups of coffee???!!!!
Red wine suggestions for various price ranges? I'm a novice wine drinker. I've found that I like Merlot's the best because, in my limited experience, they're the least sweet. I really like Ecco Domani, Mezzacorona, and Cellar No. 8 (I think that's a Berringer wine, but I'm not sure). I would love some suggestions of good merlots in various price ranges and some other less sweet reds. An under $20, under $50, and under $250 suggestion would be most appreciated. As well as which regions are known to have better reds, if certain years are better than others, or any other tips that a novice would benefit from.
What is a good red wine that I could buy from a major store chain such as Kroger and Meijer? ? I am trying to find a good, consistent red wine that I can buy from any major store that is $10 or under. I do not like sweet wines, so any grape type suggestions are good. I have tried Beringer Merlot which I did not like, and I tried Estancia Cabernet which was decent. Any other suggestions?
I’m an Applebee’s kinda gal who has been invited to an upscale restaurant So I have some wine questions? What is the difference between Champagne Sparkling wine Sauvignon Blanc White wine Red wine Merlot Pinot Noir Zinfandel Port Are any of these sweet like fruity I'm a wine cooler not whiskey kinda gal and what does dry mean? Which one of these goes better with seafood meat pasta or chicken?
Red wine for sensitive stomach? For years, ,my boyfriend used to enjoy Merlot and other reds, and developed an allergy or sensitivity to "something" in wine that gives him horrible stomach ache. Do you know what is the ingredient to avoid? Or process? Or grape? We'd love to share some wine without worries. Thanks.
I just bought 2 bottles of Berringer White Merlot wine tonight, so some questions? I'm not an alcoholic. Aside from a couple of wine-coolers back in the mid-90s, I've pretty much stayed away from booze. And even though my wife is now calling me her 'boozer husband' (because this was my first purchase), I would like to get people's honest feedback on this moment. I heard that drinking red wine has a lot of benefits, and since I wanted to test out this theory, I was wondering just how much I should inbibe on any given day which wouldn't get me pasted? Secondly is that I am on blood-thinning medication, and so is taking a tablespoon amount of wine every couple of days going to affect my INR levels much? I'm going to cut back from a full tablespoon to half. This stuff is stronger than I thought it was! lol
Wine experts what is your opinion on the best califrornia,washington and oregon wines for thanksgiving? Which wineries has the best zinfandels,pinot noirs and merlots for red wine?Which wineries has the best chardonnays,sauvignon blanc and rieslings for white wines?
Can you recommend a red wine that is not too strong/sour tasting for a non-wine drinker? My Mom's doctor said she needs to drink a glass of red wine a day for her health. She bought a red wine (sorry, I can't recall the name) but said it was much too strong tasting and sour for her. Can you recommend something that would be mild and sweeter tasting for someone who has not developed a taste for wine. Some have said pinot noir (sorry if that is incorrectly spelled, I obviously know nothing about wines) or merlot would be good. Do you agree? Any other recommendations? Thanks!
For anyone who has enjoyed various types of wine, what is the best brand of Merlot? I prefer a sweet red wine; Port is about as sweet as I could go in a red wine.
Red Wine and Cholestrol? Which Red wine is good for Cholestrol............I mean Merlot, Pinot...........etc which wine is good for health and how much it needs to be consumed...I take drinks once in a week ..Beer/whisky in limited quantity........I want to replace it with good winewith wine. My cholestrol readings are around 240. I started doing excercise for 45 mins evry day. Diet care has also been taken.
Red Wine, Good Taste, Under $50? Help out please, read the details first please. PLEASE ANSWER ASAP.? Okay, I need this: *Red Wine *Great tasting (sweet) *Under $50 ($40 is what I'm hoping for, $60 is the limit). *High in alcohol content Please help me out, tomorrow is when I need to have it by. I'm new to wine, but I love it. I'm unfamiliar with the tastes of different brands and types of wine. Someone told me I should go with Merlot, but I'm not even 100% on what makes Merlot different than the rest of wine??? Please help me. Okay, I need this: *Red Wine *Great tasting (sweet) *Under $50 ($40 is what I'm hoping for, $60 is the limit). *High in alcohol content Please help me out, tomorrow is when I need to have it by. I'm new to wine, but I love it. I'm unfamiliar with the tastes of different brands and types of wine. Someone told me I should go with Merlot, but I'm not even 100% on what makes Merlot different than the rest of wine??? Please help me. ALSO!!! This is for romance, not a meal. Something romantic, and it CAN be fairly expensive. I'm looking for quality. ALSO!!! This is for romance, not a meal. Something romantic, and it CAN be fairly expensive. I'm looking for quality. I need to make this point stronger... I need wine that is sweet and high in alcohol content. Even if they meet in the middle. I'd have semi-sweet/semi-dry, rather than extremely dry and somewhat sweet or extremely sweet and somewhat dry. That's exactly what I need. The BEST wine to me is a nice tasting and very alcoholic wine. Can anyone tell me the name of a wine like this that is fairly common in America, Ohio specifically?
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