Let's talk WINE
Wine is right up there with steak on my favorite things list. There are so many different kinds that require a different taste preference, so I wanted to help break it down for you.
To be honest, I used to hate wine, especially the dark red kinds that are dry. It took me a while to develop a love for it - but now, its all I drink!
Also - I do not consider myself a wine connoisseur - I don't use fancy decanters, I don't sip it through my teeth or make annoying sounds with my mouth while drinking... I just know what I like - that doesn't break my budget.
My goal in life (well, one of them) is to find the best tasting wine under $15, or $10 is more like it. Let's face it... if you enjoy a glass or two several times a week, it can be very expensive! If you have been following my Debt Free Journey, you know that my $80/month of spending money does not allow for such an expensive luxury.
DRY RED WINE
this means not sweet. Here are some of my favorites. Best for sipping alone or enjoying with red meat or a hearty meal.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Flavors: Bell pepper, green olive, herb, black cherry
Malbec
Flavors: Sour cherry, spice
Merlot
Flavors: Watermelon, strawberry, cherry, plum
Syrah/Shiraz
Flavors: Blackberry, boysenberry, plum, pepper, clove
Zinfandel
Flavors: Raspberry, blackberry, black cherry, raisin, prune
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DRY WHITE WINE
this means not sweet. Here are the most popular. Best for sipping alone or enjoying with seafood or poultry.
Chardonnay
Flavors: Green apple, citrus, pineapple, papaya
Pinot Blanc
Flavors: Green apple, citrus
Pinot Gris/Grigio
Flavors: Citrus, fresh pear, melon
SWEET WHITE WINE
Here are the most popular. Best for sipping alone or enjoying with spicy food.
Moscato
Flavors: Oranges, tangerines - sparkling wine
Riesling
Flavors: Green apple, citrus, apricot, peach, honeysuckle - sparkling wine
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I recommend you invite some friends over & have a wine tasting party. Buy a few different varieties from your local liquor store, serve some cheese, crackers and nuts & then decide for yourself which ones you enjoy the best!
