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Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2021 8:15 am
by Random1
frankstero wrote: ↑Mon Feb 22, 2021 12:14 am
Random1 wrote: ↑Sun Feb 21, 2021 5:11 pm
Found a cracker for anyone that wants a big red.
https://www.majestic.co.uk/wines/mayu-c ... ento-39407
Not going to try and get all frankster on this, as I don’t have the ability, so I’ll just say this; this wine tickles the side of my tongue. In a nice way.
Strongly recommend.
Interesting wine! Does it have any green bell pepper notes? Somewhat sweet?
It’s got a touch of sweetness, but must admit I wasn’t watching for green peppers.
I’ve ordered some more, so I’ll need to open one ASAP. For research purposes.
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2021 9:08 am
by Paddington Bear
Was caught by surprise in Waitrose yesterday when buying a bottle for dinner to find an English red wine - Dark Harvest from Sussex. Bought it out of curiosity. Quite sharp but otherwise fairly drinkable, wouldn't rush back to it but wouldn't say no either. Had no idea it was even possible t grow reds in our climate so fair play to them for giving it a go.
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2021 9:09 am
by Insane_Homer
Costco have Chocolate Block for ~£18 a bottle.
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2021 10:37 am
by frankstero
Insane_Homer wrote: ↑Mon Feb 22, 2021 9:09 am
Costco have Chocolate Block for ~£18 a bottle.
The last time I tried Chocolate Block it was a bit awkward, probably just down to being very young, so probably worth putting down for a year or two.
In fairness it was tasted straight after Mullineux Syrah which is the business!
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2021 10:40 am
by frankstero
Random1 wrote: ↑Mon Feb 22, 2021 8:15 am
frankstero wrote: ↑Mon Feb 22, 2021 12:14 am
Random1 wrote: ↑Sun Feb 21, 2021 5:11 pm
Found a cracker for anyone that wants a big red.
https://www.majestic.co.uk/wines/mayu-c ... ento-39407
Not going to try and get all frankster on this, as I don’t have the ability, so I’ll just say this; this wine tickles the side of my tongue. In a nice way.
Strongly recommend.
Interesting wine! Does it have any green bell pepper notes? Somewhat sweet?
It’s got a touch of sweetness, but must admit I wasn’t watching for green peppers.
I’ve ordered some more, so I’ll need to open one ASAP. For research purposes.
Thank you for your service
Green peppers can dominate Carmenère if it's not (phenolicly) ripe when harvested. In the background they can be very pleasant.
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2021 10:42 am
by frankstero
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2021 10:49 am
by Insane_Homer
frankstero wrote: ↑Mon Feb 22, 2021 10:37 am
Insane_Homer wrote: ↑Mon Feb 22, 2021 9:09 am
Costco have Chocolate Block for ~£18 a bottle.
The last time I tried Chocolate Block it was a bit awkward, probably just down to being very young, so probably worth putting down for a year or two.
In fairness it was tasted straight after Mullineux Syrah which is the business!
I have a 2018 case set aside for that exact reason.
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2021 11:15 am
by SaintK
Thanks Frankie, looks pretty comprehensive!
You come across Wine from Another Galaxy by Dan Keating and Mark Anrew, the Noble Rot guys?
Was given it for Christmas (mainly because I love their restaurant), it's a very enjoyable read.
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2021 2:33 pm
by frankstero
SaintK wrote: ↑Mon Feb 22, 2021 11:15 am
Thanks Frankie, looks pretty comprehensive!
You come across Wine from Another Galaxy by Dan Keating and Mark Anrew, the Noble Rot guys?
Was given it for Christmas (mainly because I love their restaurant), it's a very enjoyable read.
I also got given it for Xmas, though haven't had time to open it yet!
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2021 3:02 pm
by SaintK
frankstero wrote: ↑Mon Feb 22, 2021 2:33 pm
SaintK wrote: ↑Mon Feb 22, 2021 11:15 am
Thanks Frankie, looks pretty comprehensive!
You come across Wine from Another Galaxy by Dan Keating and Mark Anrew, the Noble Rot guys?
Was given it for Christmas (mainly because I love their restaurant), it's a very enjoyable read.
I also got given it for Xmas, though haven't had time to open it yet!
Should imagine you'll enjoy it very much
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Mon Mar 08, 2021 10:55 pm
by frankstero
If you've never tried Aligoté, even the cheaper ones can be worth a try:
Alsace & Burgundy from Lidl
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Fri Mar 19, 2021 3:43 pm
by frankstero
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Fri Mar 19, 2021 8:26 pm
by Random1
Frankster- I’m after a recommendation. I’m looking for a really powerful red. Like something that picks you up and slaps your face, but still smooth as silk.
Up to £100 for a bottle. I want to get my brother something really special and memorable for a big birthday.
Cheers
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Sat Mar 20, 2021 8:35 am
by Stranger
Random1 - Cote de Rotie?
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Sat Mar 20, 2021 8:48 am
by Random1
Stranger wrote: ↑Sat Mar 20, 2021 8:35 am
Random1 - Cote de Rotie?
I never even considered an old world wine. I’ll take a look at some roties.
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Mon Mar 29, 2021 2:22 pm
by frankstero
Random1 wrote: ↑Sat Mar 20, 2021 8:48 am
Stranger wrote: ↑Sat Mar 20, 2021 8:35 am
Random1 - Cote de Rotie?
I never even considered an old world wine. I’ll take a look at some roties.
Sorry I missed this. Côte Rôtie not a bad shout, but probably more power in a good CNDP - some of the bottles from Ch de Beaucastel would be up around £100.
Alternatively a top end Rioja or an Aussie Shiraz?
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Wed Mar 31, 2021 7:49 am
by frankstero
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Fri Apr 02, 2021 3:28 pm
by dkm57
It's 'fishul. wine is good for you - can reduce the need for cataract surgery in over 65s by 23%.
As it's a beautiful Spring day I've just cracked a bottle of Spatlese, we both have sweet palates. Need to order up another case of Murdei, only got 2 left.
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Fri Apr 09, 2021 7:55 am
by frankstero
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Fri Apr 09, 2021 5:02 pm
by GogLais
Late frost seems to have buggered France for 2021. Or parts anyway.
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Fri Apr 09, 2021 7:24 pm
by laurent
GogLais wrote: ↑Fri Apr 09, 2021 5:02 pm
Late frost seems to have buggered France for 2021. Or parts anyway.
Yes however claiming 80 -90% destruction is early though but yes likely be a shit year in quantity.
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Wed Apr 28, 2021 9:05 am
by frankstero
A new post just up:
19 Crimes Red (no shackle-dragger jokes please!)
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Wed Apr 28, 2021 8:00 pm
by laurent
Ah Well. Does not look like it's for me either.
We improved the cellar recently to be able to store 60 more bottles in the racks...
Nothing crazy however I managed to break 1 bottle of 2006 Bordeaux :(
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Thu Apr 29, 2021 1:28 pm
by frankstero
laurent wrote: ↑Wed Apr 28, 2021 8:00 pm
Ah Well. Does not look like it's for me either.
We improved the cellar recently to be able to store 60 more bottles in the racks...
Nothing crazy however I managed to break 1 bottle of 2006 Bordeaux :(
shite luck mon ami!
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Thu Apr 29, 2021 1:50 pm
by laurent
frankstero wrote: ↑Thu Apr 29, 2021 1:28 pm
laurent wrote: ↑Wed Apr 28, 2021 8:00 pm
Ah Well. Does not look like it's for me either.
We improved the cellar recently to be able to store 60 more bottles in the racks...
Nothing crazy however I managed to break 1 bottle of 2006 Bordeaux :(
shite luck mon ami!
Could have been worse though next is re-doing the bottle list and rearranging the bottles by region (we have a lot of ardèche wine still in boxes)
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Thu May 06, 2021 11:01 am
by Mileendmikey
Any wine « club » recommendations?
Rather than buying randoms at Tesco, I’m thinking of joining a subs type service to broaden my horizons a bit beyond the Malbec / Sauvignon blanc that we always seem to buy from Tesco.
Any recommendations or views ? Naked wines ? laithwaites ? Others ?
Ta muchly
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Thu May 06, 2021 11:10 am
by frankstero
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Thu May 06, 2021 9:31 pm
by Marylandolorian
Mileendmikey wrote: ↑Thu May 06, 2021 11:01 am
Any wine « club » recommendations?
Rather than buying randoms at Tesco, I’m thinking of joining a subs type service to broaden my horizons a bit beyond the Malbec / Sauvignon blanc that we always seem to buy from Tesco.
Any recommendations or views ? Naked wines ? laithwaites ? Others ?
Ta muchly
Try this
https://frankstero.com/ and read the thread, you’ll find some good tips
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Sat May 08, 2021 6:50 am
by Mileendmikey
That was actually just the kind of thing I was after.
Thanks
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Tue May 11, 2021 9:27 am
by frankstero
Thanks for the vote of confidence chaps
I've never joined a "wine club" as such, but it's definitely worth having a look at The Wine Society's mixed cases if you want some variety.
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Wed May 12, 2021 12:31 pm
by Mileendmikey
Thanks Frank and others. I guess I’m just a bit set in my ways…a few mixed cases will force me to try something new!
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Thu May 20, 2021 10:33 am
by frankstero
New post on a cracking pair from Piedmont:
Ricossa Gavi & Barolo
(Irish lads: these are in the SuperValu Italian wine sale starting 20th May)
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Wed May 26, 2021 7:52 am
by frankstero
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Mon May 31, 2021 9:18 am
by frankstero
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Mon May 31, 2021 12:34 pm
by laurent
This week end was rather nice.
Pouilly Fumé with a seafood salad
Followed by Chassagne Montrachet with cote de boeuf and Grattin de courgette
Finishing with a viognier (vielle vigne / Late harvest) and an orange cake dessert.
yes it was the 1st nice Sunday in about 2 month.
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Mon May 31, 2021 12:46 pm
by SaintK
laurent wrote: ↑Mon May 31, 2021 12:34 pm
This week end was rather nice.
Pouilly Fumé with a seafood salad
Followed by Chassagne Montrachet with cote de boeuf and Grattin de courgette
Finishing with a viognier (vielle vigne / Late harvest) and an orange cake dessert.
yes it was the 1st nice Sunday in about 2 month.
I see you are sticking with that strict diet
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Mon May 31, 2021 12:49 pm
by laurent
SaintK wrote: ↑Mon May 31, 2021 12:46 pm
laurent wrote: ↑Mon May 31, 2021 12:34 pm
This week end was rather nice.
Pouilly Fumé with a seafood salad
Followed by Chassagne Montrachet with cote de boeuf and Grattin de courgette
Finishing with a viognier (vielle vigne / Late harvest) and an orange cake dessert.
yes it was the 1st nice Sunday in about 2 month.
I see you are sticking with that strict diet
Forgot to mention Cheese But then my wine drinking friend does not like it
Tome de brebis Corse
Not much diet here but trying to move more
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Tue Jun 01, 2021 5:30 pm
by frankstero
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Tue Jun 01, 2021 5:52 pm
by SaintK
Good timing Frankie
We’ve suddenly got rose weather here
Re: The Wine Thread
Posted: Tue Jun 01, 2021 7:22 pm
by frankstero
SaintK wrote: ↑Tue Jun 01, 2021 5:52 pm
Good timing Frankie
We’ve suddenly got rose weather here
Ditto in Ireland !
