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    goosehd
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    @seawolf
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    @seawolf We are as I had to reread the posts and figure out the context. Originally from WV(state) and you guys had thrown me for quite a loop 🙂

    It’s good that you guys keep me on my toes…

    "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

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      seawolf
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      @goosehd
      Joined: 28 Oct 2011

      @goosehd That's good. lol

      I think I read somewhere once that wine is produced in all 50 states, which isn't great. I've had wines from Massachusetts (where I'm originally from) and they're awful. Virginia (where I lived for a good chunk of time) had a couple of decent bottles. The Norton grape does particularly well there, but not much else.

      Just googled because I was curious, and Alaskan wineries buy juice from other states and make the wine in Alaska. That might be alright.

      I live squarely in a state with some of the best wine regions in the world, and there's always something new to try, and it's widely available all over. I'm always shocked when I travel back to the east coast and restaurant menus have one or two bottles from CA and the rest is old world wine. Here, it's the opposite. And most of my wine knowledge comes from experience drinking California wine, so I'm kind of lost when it comes to the old world bottles.

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        seawolf
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        Just googled again because I was curious. There are 2,843 wineries and 4,600 vineyards in California. Damn.

        “Good design is actually a lot harder to notice than poor design, in part because good designs fit our needs so well that the design is invisible” - Don Norman

        @zeebeeleather

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          goosehd
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          @seawolf
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          @seawolf ...I'm up for a winery crawl. 🙂

          "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

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            seawolf
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            @goosehd
            Joined: 28 Oct 2011

            @goosehd Let's go! I recently learned that San Diego county has over 100 wineries. That's wild!

            “Good design is actually a lot harder to notice than poor design, in part because good designs fit our needs so well that the design is invisible” - Don Norman

            @zeebeeleather

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              Molle
              Haraki san Student
              Joined: 20 Jan 2024

              Best wine I ever had pictured below. Might be the meat (wagu) and the place (Tokyo). In any case, a great dinner.

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              IG: 68molle

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                seawolf
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                That all looks incredible. Nicely done!

                “Good design is actually a lot harder to notice than poor design, in part because good designs fit our needs so well that the design is invisible” - Don Norman

                @zeebeeleather

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                  seawolf
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                  Joined: 28 Oct 2011

                  Okay friends, I’ve had a couple of glasses of wine, and I’m feeling chatty, so here goes:

                  This is a bottle from Oso Libre in Paso Robles, CA. Oso Libre is easily my favorite winery in Paso. They use a lot of French and Italian varietals, and make wonderful big wines in a very Paso style. The wines are expertly crafted; sometimes with a kiss of oak when necessary, and are delivered in a big, juicy package that’s always balanced. Their young bottles drink well, and the older bottles drink even better. You can really get a sense of the winemaker’s skill with this blend.

                  This bottle is a cab/primitivo blend, and it’s phenomenal. Full-bodied is with a lingering spicy finish that tastes like more.

                  Highly recommended.

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                  “Good design is actually a lot harder to notice than poor design, in part because good designs fit our needs so well that the design is invisible” - Don Norman

                  @zeebeeleather

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                    ROman
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                    Joined: 5 Jan 2015

                    ^ Looks and sounds great.

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                      Weiserbud
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                      Joined: 7 Jun 2022

                      Hey guys looking to get into wine not sure what to try any recommendations for a beginner?

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                        endo
                        見習いボス
                        Joined: 29 May 2020

                        white or red? US, Europe or where are you?
                        EU based I would say a good start could be white: Pinot Gris, and red: Primitivo
                        but thats personal preference, you need to find your taste
                        and, wine is a craft work, don't buy in a supermarket, go to a wine shop or even better to a winemaker
                        don't buy under €10

                        si tacuisses

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                          pechelman
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                          Joined: 24 Jan 2022

                          If you can, ask around if any local wine shops do weekly tasting events. If you can attend a couple you'll quickly hone in on what you like and can then start exploring those types more. Maybe obvious to some, but treat it like any other beverage; it can be enjoyed alone or not and usually will vary on what you want based on that and the season. Most people wouldn't want a petit syrah on a ripping hot summer day nor would they want vinho verde in the dead of winter, but vice versa they might be ideal.

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                            Weiserbud
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                            @endo
                            Joined: 7 Jun 2022

                            @endo I’m in the us. I tend to get overwhelmed by the amount of options and living in the suburbs I don’t have much wine shops around me. I just bought couple different red wines at liquor store. Went with a Merlot and Pinot noir going to try them out with the wife tonight. Thanks for your input.

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                              pechelman
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                              depending on your tastes, I feel like a lot of people go through a similar journey on being turned off by the big tannins in highly rated reds and the overly oaked chardonnay whites. So usually, people consider "starter wines" as things like slightly sweet Rieslings, especially ones from Alsace, Mosel, and Rhine valleys. They'll usually be slightly lower an ABV, like 11-12% since they have higher residual sugar that arent totally fermented out. Gentil Hugel is a good one that I'd never scoff at and is widely available.

                              Those wines you picked up are likely also good choices as I feel that most widely distributed and affordable bottles tend to be a bit more fruit forward and pairs well with things or are also mellow enough to be enjoyed on their own.

                              If none of your stores do tastings, look for one nearby or even an online service that can put together a mixed case for you. Bright cellars is one I've heard recommended by a couple of friends if you can't find a local shop.

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                                Giles
                                IHUK Crew
                                Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                                Is this a thing:

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                                Specifically......

                                A prestigious chateau makes more wine than it can sell. But they don’t want to discount as it devalues the label. So they sell under these ‘trade exclusive’ labels through very specific channels

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                                  Walery Smirnoff
                                  The Unwoven
                                  Joined: 15 May 2023

                                  Guys, if you can buy Georgian wine in your country, then I strongly advise you to try Kindzmarauli. Very delicate taste. Full-bodied and semi-sweet wine. Perfect with grilled meats and cheeses.
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                                    endo
                                    見習いボス
                                    Joined: 29 May 2020

                                    my favourite? Always the one in my glass

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                                    si tacuisses

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                                      ROman
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                                      @endo
                                      Joined: 5 Jan 2015

                                      @endo very nice.

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                                        Tago Mago
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                                        @endo
                                        Joined: 16 Jan 2021

                                        @endo just like my favourite beer is Freibier!

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                                          goosehd
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                                          "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

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