We have tried Inglenook, and they are adequate, but are mainly seeking an alcohol free red wine with a decent body and flavor. (Predominantly looking for alcohol free but will consider very low alcohol ratings <3%)
This is a serious inquiry, so please treat it as such. I don't want fruit juice, or jokes, just seeking a simple pointer to brands of alcohol-free wine-style drinks similar to Inglenook, available in the New England area, or with reasonable shipping charges, for a wine lover who is not allowed alcohol at this time for medical reasons. Thank you.
and it's oenophile. (and whisky/whiskey/uisce beatha is NOT what we are looking for.
Europe, and I believe New Zealand, have developed reasonable substitutes, but the cost is prohibitive with shipping.
I have tried Sutter Home's Fre in fonue and in other cooking applications. I was never a wine person so I have nothing really to compare it to but it seems pretty good.
I got told to find a quality red wine vinegar to used to get rid of dandruff. I'm so desperate I'll try it. Is Presidents Choice a quality red wine vinegar?
I think it would be a good quality, but before you do that try this shampoo…
NIZORAL anti-dandruff shampoo
it will kill the fungus that causes dandruff. You can find it in your local drug store or if you are at Superstore/Extra Foods anyway they may have it there.
Good Luck!
I am attempting to plan a "wine lovers weekend" at a local resort, and would love some input on what folks truly would like to learn. Your thoughts are appreciated!
People are always shy about asking questions, so let them write them down on 3×5 cards and hand them in. Give a prize to the best question.
A way to release anxiety about describing a wine is to use the analogy of famous people to describe the wine… ask the group, is this wine more like Paul McCartney or Ringo Starr? Then ask why, this releases a lot of information.
Pour 3 types of wine that have a lot of differences. Play 3 short pieces of music. Have the group match the wine to the music. A good discussion will happen. Then narrow the differences, like make them all Chardonnay, but 3 different styles. Narrow the choices on the music. Most people will still be able to easily match the music to the wine, and it will increase their ability to make fine discernments about the wine.
What would you recommend for an 8 day vacation around March in Paris, France?
For Springbreak 2008, I am taking my wife and two sons (HS Seniors ages 17 & 18), my father-in-law and his Girlfriend to Paris. Now, my wife and I have been a few times and we have done the Tourist stuff as well as some local stuff.
I am looking for advice in terms of cool things to take and show my sons as well as some places and things that might be cool for my father-in-law.
My younger son is heavy into soccer…and he seems to like “History” when it’s made fun and intersting.
My older son is into Tennis, along with his grand-dad (My father-in-law) - I’m thinking about a tour of the grounds and Roland Garros, I wonder if there is anyway to get them some court time in which they could play against each other?
I would like to take them to a day of cooking lessons, perhaps some wine tasting/lessons. Do you have suggestions that I can utilize in making plans and setting up events while for when we are there?
OOooops…yes, March of 2009…
Just a few ideas…
Your son who is into history might enjoy the French Army Museum which is in Les Invalides. You can all learn how DeGaule led the invasion of Europe with the help of his Butler and Valet (a couple of guys name Montgomery and Eisenhower). Seriously, its a really good museum with suits of armour and nifty looking weapons.
You might also enjoy the Museum of Plans and Reliefs which is also at les Invalides. It has scale models of the forts and fortifications of France. It was once all classified and even when opened to the public a few decades ago it was hidden away in an attic and almost no one went there. they’ve cleaned it up and made it very accessible.
I don’t know much about tennis (okay…I don’t know anything about tennis) but I do know there are courts at the Luxembourg Gardens that are open to the public (or appear to be). Maybe they could play there. I’ve also seen kids playing soccer there. Maybe your other boy could find a pick up game.
Young people seem to be fascinated by both the Catacombs and the the tour of the Paris sewers. Have you considered taking them to those places?
The Conciergerie, being a medieval castle and a place people where held before having their heads cut off also can be interesting for teens.
Bart Massey with Wine Tutoring School offers advice for temporary storage of an opened bottle of wine, allowing you to cherish the flavors for longer. www.winetutoring.com
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Adding white wine will bring out flavor in a sauteed rosemary shrimp recipe. Learn to add white wine with tips from a professional chef in this free video about easy shrimp recipes.
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October 31, 2007: Many will agrue that Italy has the very best wine in the world. With the Barolo, Brunello, and Amarone… it is tough to argue against it! These Italian giants can get pretty expensive and the guys and I were looking for a reason to blow some big cash on the Title Fight of Wine Tasting. The opportunity came with the successful evacuation of the data center on 31/10… a huge effort representing over 18 months of work. We put our heads togethers and consulted Wine Spectator (thanks James Suckling) and came up with the perfect list of wine and food. The night unfolded as follows:
1.) Moet and Chandon, Don Perignon 1998. Wine Spectator Rating: 91 Price: €99 Our Food Choice: Caviar and Fois Grass
2.) Famiglia Anselma, Barolo 1999. Wine Spectator Rating: 92 . Price €32. Our Food Choice: Pacheto and prosciutto crudo (Ham slices). Salami (from my last visit to France), Russian Salad, Buffolina Mozzarella, Marinated Sweet Peppers
3.) Frescobaldi, Brunello di Montalcino Ripe al Convento Riserva 2001. Wine Spectator Rating: 97. Price: €65
Our Food Choice: Bruschetta with spicy red sauce and melted Buffolina Mozzarella, Tarjin con Ragu di Coniglio (rabbit).
4.) Aldo Conterno, Barolo Gran Bussia Reserva, 2000. Wine Spectator Rating: 96. Price: €118. Our Food Choice: Warm Arrosto (Beef Slices) in a lovely brown sauce
5.) Certan-Giraud, Pomerol 1998. Wine Spectator Rating: 85. Price: €49 Our Food Choice: Selection of Italian Cheese (Fontina, Asiago, Gorgonzolo Picante (ie: Strong), Parmigiano DOC, Provolone Picante and Confit de Fig (like a jam)
6.) Bertani, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 1999. Wine Spectator Rating: 85. Price: € 54
7.) Grappa di Barolo and homemade Limoncello (Grazie Jes)
Wow… what a night! These were all incredible and the beauty was tasting them side by side. You can really see the differences in years, grapes, Italian v. French, etc. Everyone had their own favorties but my list was easily determined with the Frescobaldi Brunello di Montalcino the Big WINNER. This wine, especially for the price, was a dream and one of the best I have very tasted. Numero due was the Gran Bussia Reserva. A lttle expensive but super long in the finish and soft like a baby’s bottom. The rest were all suberb and difficult to rank with the Pomerol (French) a completely different taste and one I very much enjoy with a earthy nose and smooth finish. The Famiglia Barolo is wonderful and for the price, a steal. Dom and caviar is always a great combo and the Danes loved the Amarone but for me too hot on the mouth (high alcohol /15%) and too dry in the finish.
It is not something you can afford to do all the time, but for a special occasion and when you plan it correctly… these events are where great memories are made.
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A lesson in wine?In the beginning, there was the wine cooler, and it was good. I love mixing wine with other drinks like iced tea and fruit drinks.
But somewhere along the way, we were betrayed. What used to be called "wine coolers" were now just "coolers". Examine the label and you'll see that they are a "flavored malt beverage" or "flavored beer". What happened? Why no more wine? Did it merely become cheaper to make "flavored beer" than genuine wine coolers?
I don't think they ever were made out of wine. They've pretty much always been a malt beverage - they probably had to change the packaging to reflect this.