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Re: Wine recommendation
[Re: jborosara]
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03/05/2015 08:24 AM
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jborosara said: Seriously try out some of the French Rose' wines - I don't really care for rose' that much but they were terrific - we enjoyed a wine called Miraval - another called Whispering Angel - don't remember the name of the third... but sure wish I was back at Orient beach enjoying them now Totally agree. I too claimed to not like Rose until I tried different French brands on SXM. I still limit intake of it to SXM but it's good.
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Re: Wine recommendation
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03/05/2015 10:20 AM
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GaKaye said: The reason I don't like American rosé is that it's too sweet; the French rosés are drier, and I definitely enjoy them. However, the original poster likes Moscato, which is even sweeter than American rosé, so I don't think the French rosé is the answer. I always joke that Kool-Aid is a great substitute for white zinfandel. I will have to remember that recommendation for my friends who drink that stuff.
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Re: Wine recommendation
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CMHToddandTony said: Nothing better than a bottle of Rose and charcuterie while lounging on the beach in SXM! Wish I were there now! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/dine.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" /> Funny you say that because that's also our late afternoon routine after returning from OB. Fresh baguette, charcuterie with french pickled gherkins (cornichons) and cheeses while watching the ocean on the terrasse And of course a glass or two of chilled rose de Provence with that. It's so good that we also do it in Summer here, while watching the boats on the Allegheny river from our deck.
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Re: Wine recommendation
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gd1147 said: You should all be careful throwing the word Rose around when talking about white zinfandel or other manufactured sweetened wines. There are plenty of true to style dry American or other new world roses to be had. We have Sutter Home to thank for the misconception that rose wine is sweet. That all being said if you like the wine you like the wine so drink up! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/dine.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Wine recommendation
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03/07/2015 12:37 PM
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gd1147 said: You should all be careful throwing the word Rose around when talking about white zinfandel or other manufactured sweetened wines. There are plenty of true to style dry American or other new world roses to be had. We have Sutter Home to thank for the misconception that rose wine is sweet. That all being said if you like the wine you like the wine so drink up! I completely agree that the best wine to drink is the one you enjoy! I generally drink whites in the summer and reds in the winter, regardless of the food I'm eating. The other night I had a delicious Cabernet with my fish, and the waiter didn't blink when I ordered it. I've never found an American rosé that's not sweet. Can you suggest one for me to try? <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Wine recommendation
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03/07/2015 12:50 PM
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GaKaye said:gd1147 said: You should all be careful throwing the word Rose around when talking about white zinfandel or other manufactured sweetened wines. There are plenty of true to style dry American or other new world roses to be had. We have Sutter Home to thank for the misconception that rose wine is sweet. That all being said if you like the wine you like the wine so drink up! I completely agree that the best wine to drink is the one you enjoy! I generally drink whites in the summer and reds in the winter, regardless of the food I'm eating. The other night I had a delicious Cabernet with my fish, and the waiter didn't blink when I ordered it. I've never found an American rosé that's not sweet. Can you suggest one for me to try? <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> There aren't many that make it into full blown US distribution. There are dry roses of pinot noir from Willamette Oregon. There are also dry rose of sangiovese and zinfandel (not white zin) coming out of Napa area. The problem with the good ones is they are normally small productions and limited distributions or sold only at the wineries. I am not familiar with wine distribution in NC so it may not be as diverse as I am used to in NJ. They are normally released in the spring and don't last long so that is your best time to look.
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