wannago35 Posted July 8, 2011 #1 Share Posted July 8, 2011 I'm not a big wine drinker, usually use it to make sangria & just go for Sutter Home or whatever's on sale so its always a crap shoot what I end up with. Looking for recommendations on a nice white and a nice red, nothing bitter but not too sweet either. The birthday girl recommended something named Moscato in a blue bottle so I was gonna buy a bottle tonight to test out. Not looking to break the bank either, don't wanna spend more than $30 a bottle, tops. Would rather spend much less! Thanks! We cruise in 14 days! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolimont Posted July 8, 2011 #2 Share Posted July 8, 2011 I like Mouton Cadet that I know you can find in UT and CA for around $10. But it's a Bordeaux wine with a lot more body and a lot less sugar than Sangria. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NanciRDH Posted July 8, 2011 #3 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Pacific Rim sweet riesling. It's not too sweet despite the name, the company also makes a dry Riesling, and I think the name is to distinguish the two. Muscato is good too, I just tried it for the first time a few weeks ago, and thought it a bit sweeter than the other I mentioned. I'm not a fan of red, so I can't help you there. The price on the Pacific Rim ranges from $10-12 depending on where I'm shopping Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dettlja Posted July 8, 2011 #4 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Im not a big wine fan... I just dont enjoy the taste. However, I did find I really like Berenger's White Zinfendel. At home I buy 6 bottles for 19.99 at costco. The ship has it for $30 a bottle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms. T Posted July 8, 2011 #5 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Golan Heights is a very nice white wine. Hard to find...most stores will order it if you ask. Several stores in my area never sold it, but when my friend and I asked they started selling it. Manager said they can't keep it on the shelves. :) Bartenur is a nice moscato also. (Blue bottle) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djwood24 Posted July 8, 2011 #6 Share Posted July 8, 2011 With Red Wine...Banfi Chianti...very nice...not sweet...dry...fruity...smooth usually around 14-25...or any Reserva Chianti I do not drink White...but if I was...any good Pinot Grigio My best advise is to ask you local...yes local mom and pop Liquor store for advise...they can best help you with what they carry and most "test" their product...well at least the ones I go to Enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DEBnGAB Posted July 8, 2011 #7 Share Posted July 8, 2011 I really like un-oaked Chardonnay since it isnt too bitter and smoky. Try St. Supery Chardonnay. Bevmo has it and it usually around $25. Very easy to drink! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverado44 Posted July 8, 2011 #8 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Wine is very subjective. I suggest you go to a wine store and tell them what wine varietal and characteristic you like and the will offer a recommendation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quickrate Posted July 8, 2011 #9 Share Posted July 8, 2011 If you have a total wine in your area, they are very knowledgeable and will give you great guidance in picking a wine. Cavitts is a good wine in both pinot grigio as well as pinot noir-a soft red wine. Runs 8 to 12 a bottle. Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DEBnGAB Posted July 8, 2011 #10 Share Posted July 8, 2011 If you have a total wine in your area, they are very knowledgeable and will give you great guidance in picking a wine. Cavitts is a good wine in both pinot grigio as well as pinot noir-a soft red wine. Runs 8 to 12 a bottle.Pat Total Wine is awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prchoudh Posted July 8, 2011 #11 Share Posted July 8, 2011 It all depends on the food. On Carnival they do a wine pairing class to show you what goes with what. For example, there are some Reds that go well with Salmon and some whites that go well with meat. When you get on the ship sign up for that. Its definitely worth it. The range of wines they use for the wine pairing vary from inexpensive to $40 per bottle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antigualvr Posted July 8, 2011 #12 Share Posted July 8, 2011 For a white - Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio. Around $20 a bottle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AzCruiseGurl Posted July 8, 2011 #13 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Since your not a wine drinker and like Sangria I would stick with Berenger white zin. DH not a big wine drinker but he does like white zin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeM Posted July 8, 2011 #14 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Highly recommend Boone's Farm - Strawberry. My personal favorite is Purple Passion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
okgirl Posted July 8, 2011 #15 Share Posted July 8, 2011 I really like un-oaked Chardonnay since it isnt too bitter and smoky. Try St. Supery Chardonnay. Bevmo has it and it usually around $25. Very easy to drink! I also don't care for a very oaked Chardonnay, so I drink Woodbridge Chardonnay at home $13-15 per bottle and that's what I drink on the ship too for $5.95 per glass. Occasionally if I'm eating something heavier or richer I'll go for the Kendall-Jackson Chardonnay but it a bit oakier. I have never developed a palate for red's and I drink white with everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enveno1 Posted July 8, 2011 #16 Share Posted July 8, 2011 White - Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio - anywhere from $18.99 - $26.99. My all time fav! Dry wine with hints of Golden Delicious apples. From Italy. Castello del Poggio Moscato D'Asti (It is DELICIOUS!) - $13.99-$25.99. From Italy Red - Schlink Haus Sweet Red (it's not too sweet to me) $8.99-$9.99. Full bodied with blackberry flavors. From Germany. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted July 8, 2011 #17 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Golan Heights is a very nice white wine. Hard to find...most stores will order it if you ask. Several stores in my area never sold it, but when my friend and I asked they started selling it. Manager said they can't keep it on the shelves. :)Bartenur is a nice moscato also. (Blue bottle) Bartenura is good. Another brand to try is Charles Shaw at Trader Joe's, if there is one near you. It's nickname is Two Buck Chuck. If you don't like it you are only out two bucks!:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kayakittyyak Posted July 8, 2011 #18 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Bartenura is good. Another brand to try is Charles Shaw at Trader Joe's, if there is one near you. It's nickname is Two Buck Chuck. If you don't like it you are only out two bucks!:p I thought is was $2.99 now, that's $3 bucks! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ratherbcrzn75 Posted July 8, 2011 #19 Share Posted July 8, 2011 White - Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio - anywhere from $18.99 - $26.99. My all time fav! Dry wine with hints of Golden Delicious apples. From Italy.Castello del Poggio Moscato D'Asti (It is DELICIOUS!) - $13.99-$25.99. From Italy Red - Schlink Haus Sweet Red (it's not too sweet to me) $8.99-$9.99. Full bodied with blackberry flavors. From Germany. I was just going to recommend a Sweet Red since the OP isn't normally a wine drinker. It's not quite as dry as most reds. In white, I like Francis Ford Coppola's Pinot Grigio and Chardonnay. It is mid-range in price between $10-$15/bottle depending on where you go. I also like Moscato D'Asti because it tends to be less syrupy sweet then regular Moscato--which is why it is usually a dessert wine. OP-since you aren't normally a wine drinker and don't have a preference you might try Seven Daughters. They have both a Red and White--basically they mix seven different varieties. For people who don't drink wine drier varieties are what tend to turn them off and IMHO these seem to be less dry.They are mid range as well about $15/bottle depending where you buy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachbum6264 Posted July 8, 2011 #20 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Have you tried Conundrum for a good smooth white? It's my go-to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tandemcruzr Posted July 8, 2011 #21 Share Posted July 8, 2011 White - Bella Sera Pinot Grigio (Italy) approx $8 or Jacob's Creek Chardonnay (Australia) same price. Red - haven't been drinking reds for a while, but we liked Pinot Noir or a Cab-Merlot blend. Enjoy -- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wannago35 Posted July 8, 2011 Author #22 Share Posted July 8, 2011 It all depends on the food. On Carnival they do a wine pairing class to show you what goes with what. For example, there are some Reds that go well with Salmon and some whites that go well with meat. When you get on the ship sign up for that. Its definitely worth it. The range of wines they use for the wine pairing vary from inexpensive to $40 per bottle. Really? how much is this class I'm sure it's not free or everybody would go lol. Thanks to you and to everyone for your responses, keep em coming! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadoo Posted July 8, 2011 #23 Share Posted July 8, 2011 We drink Cabernet almost exclusively. Woodbridge is quite good. Cakebread is great, but pricey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luddite Posted July 8, 2011 #24 Share Posted July 8, 2011 I don't drink white wine. for the red------Coppolla Petit Syrrah. 16-18 bucks. Enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dixiediva761 Posted July 8, 2011 #25 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Chateau St. Michelle Riesling about 18-20 a bottle the reserve is the best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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