Antioxidant-Rich Beverages
September 25, 2011
How to Order Wine Without Looking Like an Amateur.
September 23, 2011
No-one likes to look like a total novice when choosing a wine in a decent restaurant. A book could probably be written on the subject (and I’m sure there is); but at least for now, I’ve put together just a few quick tips to help you avoid embarrassment the next time you’re “somewhere nice”, and faced with choosing a bottle..
1. Have a Plan.
Oh, what a crazy technological age we live in!
Most restaurants are now posting their wine list on their website, with the ones that don’t usually being arrogant enough to think that others are going to “steal their ideas”. But don’t worry about them! They’re normally high-end steak houses, which are bereft of inspirational and off-the-beaten-path wine selections anyway! I digress…
Give the restaurants’ online wine list at least a quick glance over before you arrive, choosing a couple of different options based on what you think you may to compliment your meal. If you want to get really crazy about it, you could even look up the correct pronunciation of your selection!
2. Have a Budget.
There is no problem with having a budget, so don’t worry, you won’t look like a tightwad! Well, as long as you’re not fine-dining, and your budget is under $25 a bottle!
First of all; take a look at the wine list, and see what the average prices look like, and then go from there. You should approach the issue of budget with something like;
“I’m looking for a California Cab or blend, something in the $40-$50 range, and maybe a wine that I haven’t tasted before.”
With a statement like this, you’ve at least partially shifted the focus from price, and have set the Server / Sommelier a challenge to find you a new wine.
DO NOT, I REPEAT DO NOT when asked by the Server/Sommelier as to the type of wine you enjoy, regurgitate a list of every expensive wine that you know, such as;
“I usually ONLY drink Caymus, Quintessa, Silver Oak or Insignia, so I am looking for something similar to that……oh…..and my budget is $30..”.
White Zinfandel – Accidents Do Happen…Unfortunately…
September 22, 2011
The story goes that the history of White Zinfandel began by accident at the Sutter Home Winery. When a tank of Zinfandel didn’t ferment as dry as expected, winemaker Bob Trinchero decided to create a blush wine, and they began selling it out of their tasting room – it became an instant success amongst people with no taste buds everywhere. Just kidding! We know we’ve all had it at one time or another!
Posted in Facts, Funny | Tagged Bob Trinchero, White Zinfandel | 1 Comment //Wine Dinner Featuring the Wines of Vingevity at Ruth’s Chris Downtown
September 22, 2011
I’ve giving this one my own stamp of approval! If you can get to any wine dinner this year, this one is certainly worth your time/money. Chad Munsey is a great guy, and his wines are killer!
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
1201 Riverplace Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 396-6200
Ruths Chris Downtown Jacksonville – September Wine Dinner
Posted in Events | Tagged Chad Munsey, Jacksonville, Ruth’s Chris, Vingevity | Leave a comment //Lemongrass-Marinated Grouper Paired with Dr. Pauly Bergweiler Riesling
September 21, 2011
It’s not very often that Riesling gets the chance to be opened in my house. The Mrs. hasn’t always had the biggest affinity for the little German grape, as she (like most others), thinks all their wines are sweet. This was the pairing that would change her mind!
The winemaking family history of Dr. Pauly Bergweiler, can be traced back to the 16th century in the Mosel. Therefore, they’ve had plenty of time to practice their art!
The Mosel is arguably Germany’s most famous, oldest, and finest wine growing region. The characteristic of the Mosel are wines that are typically higher in acid, and lower in sugar than the majority of other Rieslings coming out of Germany. Therefore; if you could choose any Riesling to convert back a non-Riesling drinker, the wines from the Mosel are it!
Things That Are Difficult to Say When You’re Drunk….
September 19, 2011
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