What is the best red wine to be served chilled?

Dr. says I should drink a few ounces of red wine every day to increase HDL and I'm not really a fan of room temperature wine.|||The only reason for chilling a red wine is if it is undrinkable at room temperature.





White wines should be served chilled, at about 40 degrees (F). Red wines should be served no cooler than 60 degrees (F) and not warmer than about 75 degrees (F). The only real exception to this is if you are making sangria (over ice), which your doctor might not approve of, or mulled wine (heated).





Try a cabernet savignon/merlot blend or perhaps a shiraz/merlot blend.|||Probably a young Rioja, crianza of 2002 or 2003, you can answer my question too.


http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;鈥?/a>|||A Beaujolais can take a little chill time.|||MAD DOG 20/20|||only light red wines like a gamay or a dole.. look a the lable: if its got less than 14% Alkohol, you can try to chill it down.. most restaurants keep their cheap wines in coolers anyway so don't worry 'bout it.

Can red wine cause heart palpitations?

I find that after I drink red wine the next day I get kind of like heart palpitations, yet if I drink wine later in the day it goes away. Any thoughts? Oh and I am seeing my doctor on Teusday.|||Some red wines are artificially aged and preserved with sulphites. Some people have a real sensitivity to the sulphites and reactions can range from migraine like headaches, fast heart beats, sweating and throat tightness to dizziness.





Ask for sulphite free red wine to see if there is a difference.|||Yes. My brother in law ended up in the hospital for 3 days with a heart arrhythmia after overdoing it on red wine. Now he pretty much just drinks beer and when he has wine it's only a couple glasses when he has dinner.





Of course, I think he was predisposed to the condition, but the wine (really any alcohol, probably) definite contributed to the problem.|||I have heard that a glass of red wine a day is good or your heart. Hhhmmm. Be honest with your DR about how much you are drinking.|||i heard red wine was good for the heart.

Whats a really good red wine?

I'm going to dinner at a very nice resturaunt and I enjoy white wine but would like to to have red wine but I've not tried many of them because I find them too dry and not sweet enough. Could someone recommend something?|||Pinot Noir is perfect for those who prefer white wine. It is light, smooth, and slightly sweet not biter or dry. It has become very popular lately so you should have no problem finding it by the glass on a wine list in nice restaurants.|||Burgundy definitely|||Depending on the restaurant as to the wines offered. Many carry a few of reds and whites, while larger restaurants offer a long list. Since wines vary, you would need to ask for a sweet red and a good waiter should recommend one. Cost isn't always a sign of the best either. Some cheaper wines are great dinner wines with good taste, and really compliment the meal.|||I'm not a wine expert, but enjoy pretty much drinking different kinds of red wine from time to time. Usually I drink Argentinian red wine, and my favorite types are Cabernet Sauvignon, and the Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot blend. A couple of weeks ago I tried a Pink (Rosado) that was very good too.


But for me, good wines are the ones I like and the best one is the one I like the most. The taste for wine is not an exact science.


I hope you find this answer useful, in any way. Ciao.|||Rioja, cune ,Yllera ,proton|||If you can get a good Merlot, they're usually not too dry but really sweet. Or even a Cabernet would be good for you. I think Pinot Noir might be too bitter for you if you generally don't like red wines.

How can I get rid of red wine stains on my lips?

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I enjoy a glass of red but it stains my lips. This is a bit embarrasing as it lasts til the next day. It's hard to get off. I've tried rubbing and brushing. People must think I'm a wine taster. What can I do?|||well, so long as it's not the "milk mustache" which spreads onto your skin beyond your lip, just apply red lipstick - no one will know....





of course, kissing your boyfriend will also rub off the red wine....|||drink white wine straight after lol|||Id just brush as usual before bed, then slather on some red lipstick for the day time.|||drink white wine lol|||this is not a complaint, tell ppl it is lipstick|||kiss somebody at bedtime, the red stains will be gone by the morning! see you in 20 minutes!|||A good oil based makeup remover works well. Try Clinique's Take The Day Off Makeup Remover For Lids, Lashes %26amp; Lips





Totally tugless, two-way formula speeds the departure of hard-to-remove eye and lip makeups. Even waterproof mascara. Safe for contact lens wearers.





This is also great for removing dark lipsticks that tend to stain.|||try wearing lipstick and drinking or vasaline that might help try another drink maybe a nice chardonnay


or dont let it get on your lips stick your bottum lip under rim of glass and open mouth wide and knock it back (laughing at imaging this sorry ) :)|||Have you tried using a beeswax or lanolin lip balm, like Carmex, BEFORE drinking? This will keep the wine from contacting your skin directly, and help prevent the staining. You can also try applying hydrogen peroxide to your lips to lift the stain a little.|||drink white instead|||try sipping it with the internal part of your lips, my guess is your not tasting it but drinking it, after all wine is for sipping and not downing it as fast as you can, no disrespect but if you try to sip it rather than gulp it down then it wont spill over your outer lips and therefor your lips wont get stained.|||Try some lip gloss before u drink the wine|||dont drink it lol|||lay off the cheap stuff. ;)|||try femfresh, it might not be red wine.|||kissing will do the trick|||put white powder on the rest of your face, a round red ball on your nose. A yellow afro wig on your head. Some big floppy shoes on your feet and roll!!!

How many you suffer with violent nightmares after drinking red wine?

After having really bad nightmares about four times,I began to look for the reason. The only thing I had done different was drink red wine and only about two glasses because I really don't like the taste, I was being polite to my host at the time. Is there anyone else out there who has this type of problem?|||no. I've had cateplexy though, thats scary!!|||lol. Drink beer. Or you couuld drink vodka and sleep so sound you wont remember your dreams.|||Not that I know of|||nope

Can I restore a bottle of red wine that spoiled due to heat exposure?

I have heard if you chill a bottle of red wine its original characteristics will be restored.|||Sorry, no. You can not restore a bottle of red wine, once it is spoiled. The only thing you can do is leave it open (maybe cover it with apiece of cloth or paper) and wait until it turns to vinegar. It will probably be very good vinegar, in fact.|||It's not true, it turns to vinegar.





I have had many spoil in the fridge, so if your method worked they would not have spoiled.

I need the perfect red wine that will go well with chocolate covered strawberries.?

I am planning a romantic eventing for my sweetheart, and I am not an experienced wine buyer/ drinker. Yes, it has to be a red wine because my love is not into white or champagne. It has to be relatively inexpensive, and I have to be able to find it at the grocery store (Walmart, Safeway, or Fry's). It needs to go well with chocolate covered strawberries. Thank you for your help!|||I doubt you'll find these at the 3 stores you mentioned but they are very good for the money, very comparable to the stores you mentioned...go to a discount liquer store and they should have schmit sohne aulese or spatlese german wine. mildly sweet that goes great with chocolat and strawberries.|||Try a Syrah, there are lots of good affordable ones, some from New Zealand and Australia, even some from California.

How do I get rid of red wine stain from my white shirt?

Red wine has sprash on my white shirt what is the best way to clear it off the stain|||A link for you that breaks down the information:|||Things You鈥檒l Need:





Landry detergent, laundry pretreatment or dish soap


Clean sponge


Washing machine


Paper towels


Hydrogen peroxide


Towel or washcloth








Step1


Blot the stain immediately with paper towels. If it is a dry clean only garment do not pretreat the stain and get it as fast as you can to the cleaners. Pretreatment of the stain can cause irreversible damage and the dry cleaner may not be able to remove the stain.





Step2


Combine 1 teaspoon laundry soap or pretreatment (or dish soap, like Dawn) and 1 cup hydrogen peroxide in a small bowl. Soak a clean sponge in the mixture, squeeze it halfway dry, then gently blot the stain.





Step3


Place a dry towel or washcloth between the front and back of the garment if the stain has not penetrated through to the back of the fabric. This will prevent staining on the back of the material.





Step4


Review the washing instructions on the label of the fabric. Heed any special care instructions.





Step5


Wash in cool water and air dry if the fabric is machine-washable.





Step6


Wash gently in the sink with a mild detergent if the fabric is hand-wash only.


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Always use white paper towels, as colored towels may stain.





Avoid scrubbing or rubbing the stain excessively. This can cause the stain to further penetrate the fabric.|||Use some white wine or vinegar





pour it on the stain and keep dabbing it to get it out


(also not to spread the stain some more)|||hydrogen peroxide should do the trick





Be Blessed!|||if none of the above works you could allways dye the shirt red|||not to be rude but its called ****** clorox shyt face.

Can you direct me to a really good red wine?

I read in a Health Magazine that a glass of red wine everyday can extend your life up to 4 years. I don't actually drink much if ever at all so I need a little help with finding one I will like.





I don't like super dry or bitter tasting wines. If I do drink wine it is usually Blush/White so a red wine that is a little on the sweet side with little kick to it would be wonderful! Also not too expensive unless it's amazing!





Thank you in Advance!|||Everyone has different tastes. You will need to taste different wines and find some that you like.





There's a useful article on drinking red wine for your health at:


http://www.cheers2wine.com/health-benefi鈥?/a>





Hawks Crest Napa Valley Cabernet is a wonderful Cabernet that is less expensive than most Napa Cabs. Give it a try!





Mark West Pinot Noir is another great buy....around $11.





I hope this helps.|||Try a pinot noir|||Find a German red or Hungarian red, those countries make sweeter red wines than California. Also they are less in alcohol than American.





However if you are drinking for health...red grape juice does the same thing as red wine sans the alcohol.|||merlot has a nice cherry flavor.


if you can find it , look for this........but first a small set up.





when grapes are crushed , the entire batch is crushed. That means


the grapes , stems , leaves , etc. all get crushed.


you like the taste of stems ? people dont think of that....lol





now some wineries go the extra step in crushing only the grapes ,


and using a machine to separate the grapes from the other


stuff so that only the grapes are crushed.





so if you can find it , look for a winery brand that shows on the label


that their wine is free of stems and such.





choose a syrah as a sweet dinner wine or if you can find it , moscato allegro is a white wine that is so sweet that what you do is chill it down real good and use it as an after dinner desert wine.





REMEMBER THIS.......WHITE WINE IS SERVED CHILLED , RED WINE IS SERVED ROOM TEMPERATURE.

Can I use red wine vinegar salad dressing instead of red wine and balsamic vinegar?

I am frying a turkey and I want to inject it with marinade. The recipe calls for 1 Cup of red wine and 1 tbsp of balsamic vinegar. So my question is, would it still taste the same if I use red wine vinegar salad dressing instead?


Or could I use balsamic vinaigrette dressing and red wine?


Thanks in advance. :)|||No you can not use red wine vinegar in place of red wine. It will be too sour/strong.|||yes you can it will be fine|||Yes you can. They have a different flavor but not enough to matter. mm

How long do red and white wine last once opened?

I know some else asked about red wine but she only got a bollocking over putting in the fridge.





Leftover wine?!! I hear you cry well it's just me who opened it for cooking and a liiiiiiiiiittle glass with dinner.|||We have no left over wine in my house - especially red!


But you can preserve it very well with a Vac-U-Vin device available from Tesco or similar outlets. It's a system of a rubber bung with a slit in the top and a hand operated pump that sucks the air out to keep the wine fresh.


From personal experience, it works very well indeed.


You could also freeze leftover wine to use in stews/soups etc. Ice cube bags or trays......|||Should've picked twiceborne's answer to this question. Shame there's so many 'stupid' results.

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|||I left some wine for a few weeks and it tasted a lttle bit like vinegar but it still got me pi##ed|||not long in our house|||If you just want a glass with dinner and for cooking, you might want to consider boxed wine. I know that boxed wine has a reputation for being a bit trashy, but it will stay good in the fridge for up to a month. It's shelf life is only a few years, though, unlike bottled wine.|||i have left white wine for a couple of weeks in the fridge and drank it and i didnt die or anything, dont now about red|||I usually recork, drink within 24hrs. Goes stale.|||In my case, for just as long as I need it to be, say 30 seconds.|||I asked my friend (who is a sommelier) and he said at the very maximum 3 days (refridgerated for white, room temp but cork in for red)|||Put the cork back in and leave it in the fridge. Don't know how long you can keep it as I've never kept one for more than three days.|||RED--1 to 3 days (2 days being average), depending on the wine.





WHITE--It really depends on the wine. Some can last quite a while in the refridgerator, sometimes a week or two. Others will go bad more quickly.





Wines with a higher sulfite content will be on the higher end of the range because sulfites prevent oxidation, whereas unsulfited reds (esp. organic wines) can go bad in a matter of hours. Acidity can also play into this; acidic wines (pH 4.3 or less, Italian reds are often very acidic) tend to last a little longer.|||until the bottle is empty;normally within 2 hours!|||Three days is usually long enough. Just smell it and you'll know if you can drink it or not.|||White in a fridge probably two days. Red wine I would say out of the fridge about four days. Obviously keep it airtight and away from heat and direct sunlight.|||It usually lasts for 3 days until it turns to vinegar. Just make sure it is sealed tight.|||Dunno, never lasted more than an hour.|||mines never in the fridge long enough to chill|||20 MINUTES|||I day for most white two for most reds if you remove the oxygen contact ( noble gas spray, vacu vin, smaller decanter with stopper) then you can extend the time|||about 3.5 minutes at our house!!

How long will a bottle of red wine last?

Ok I've looked up this question already but the answers are confusing for me. So if I open a bottle of red wine, and re-cork it shortly after, and choose not to store it in a refrigerator, how long will it last? Also, if the bottle has not been re-corked, how long will it last before it goes bad?|||wine will last forever if you dont un cork it but once you uncork it you should drink it with in a week or so cause it will go bad.....|||Red wine should be served at about 45 degrees. You're also supposed to aerate it by pouring it through an aerator and into a carafe. But, it's fine right out of the bottle.





Once it starts to warm up and after it gets exposed to the air, red wine starts to undergo chemical changes that affect it's flavor. The warmth and the air cause the wine to start to turn to vinegar. The exposure to the air also makes the wine start to taste stale. If you just left an opened bottle of red wine sitting out for a day or two, you would definitely notice the change in the flavor. And, after the second day, I doubt it would even be drinkable.|||3 days absolute maximum whether you put the cork back in the bottle or not.





This depends largely on the quality of the wine so here's my personal rule:





IF it lasts the night - re-seal the bottle and put it in a dark cool place (a cupboard will do. Not above the kettle)





Next day - will almost definitely be ok to drink. Attempt to finish the bottle.





Day two - taste first to determine drink-ability. If it has oxidised, cook with it.





day three - tip it out.|||It really depends. By opening the wine, you have introduced air, so even if you 'recork' it, there is air In there and it will oxidise the wine.





Wine will last for years IF STORED PROPERLY, but once you've opened it, that's it.





If you can't drink it quickly enough, just use it for cooking.





I'm amazed you could open a bottle of wine and consider keeping it for longer than the next day...|||If it's sealed it will last a while, but re-cork it and lay in on its side, the moisture will keep the cork expanded and it will stay sealed.|||wine can last years if you keep the cork on, it depends what type of wine it is, if you leave the cork off it'll go bad in a few days most likely.





hope i helped|||In my house, about 1 hour.|||Forever if you leave the cork on!|||Less than one week. More like 3-4 days, then it tastes funny.|||Until you drink it all.|||... about half an hour in front of my wife.

How do you tell the quality of red wine?

I love red wine, and Ive always wanted to know how to tell which wine is excellent, good or bad.|||Only your own taste matters. Only you can decide what you like best.





You can read tasting notes from others and see if you agree with them. You can take some wine tasting courses where they will teach you to taste, judge and mark wine and you can compare your findings with others.





But it doesn't matter how much someone raves over a wine if you do not like it when only you are going to drink it and you are paying for it.





Even world famous experts disagree about famous wines, e.g. Robert Parker and Jancis Robinson over Ch Pavie 2003.|||Nice anwer self explainatory :)

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honestly i REALLY like Masi, you should check it out.

Why does red wine give me a headache and insomnia?

This happens even with a single glass. Sometimes it's not so bad, but other times I consider never drinking red wine again.|||Drinking a lot of anything will give you insomnia because what typically happens is you'll fall asleep but then wake up later in the middle of the night, because at this point the alcohol has converted into glucose (which gives you this burst of unwanted energy and wakefulness). I'm surprised this happens with just one glass, usually with me it takes an entire bottle! You must have extremely low body weight, so perhaps gaining a few extra pounds would help? As for the headaches, probably sulphites (used as a preservative) are the culprit. Some people are very sensitive to sulphites and have a severe allergic reaction. I would make a list of the brands that don't give you a headache and stick to those. I would also suggest trying an organic brand to see if that makes any difference. Giving up red wine altogether seems a tad extreme!|||It doesn't look like you have to worry about it Mo - please, just eat something!

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|||ha ha UB 40 song comes to mind..... I think truly its the sulfanamides most wines high in sulfanamides have a warning lable now. sulfanamides are also found in antibiotics so you are having a legitimate reaction.|||it prob just doesnt go well with your body|||Nitrates as a preservative in the wine, probably. Don't drink "cheap" wine anymore - only get the good stuff, and ask people in the know about avoiding the stuff with high nitrate content.|||I suffer from the same problem.





If you are prone to headaches, Red wine is the worse. I don't know if its the titans in it.





I heard because they keep the skin on when mixing to create the color of the wine and along with the titans, the chemical reaction promotes headaches.|||In a nutshell, tannins in red wine can give some people headaches and alcohol can make people drowsy initially then feel awake.





Tannins in red wine are bothersome to some people who are sensitive to tannins. Red wine comes from the fermented product of crushed whole grape, including both seeds and skins. Tannins are found in the seeds and skins of grapes and what gives red wine its color and dimensions of flavor. White wine does not have the same effect since they are not fermented with their skins and seeds.





Alcohol will make people drowsy immediately, but once the effect of the alcohol wears off, then you are in 'wake' mode. Sort of like taking a 'cat nap' and feeling refreshed.





I think if it is that bothersome, then maybe you should try a good dark beer!|||Based on the amount of alcohol u drink it will get you going (medical fact). The headache thing tough ****. find something that won't give you one.|||1 glass of red wine gives me a headache too, I have asked a doctor about this as I like red wine. His answer was that all wines contain sulfites, however red wine contains more and he thinks its the sulfites that is giving me the headache.

What is the most up to date medical advice regarding red wine consumption?

A friend and I have gotten into a disagreement over this. I say from what I understand, two glasses of red wine per day is good for one's health in various ways, including protecting the cardio vascular system, lowering cholestrol and helping prevent against certain cancers. He says this is not so and that not drinking two glasses of red a day isn't better than drinking two glasses a day. Can anyone clarify? Also, would the supposed benefit not apply to people in their late twenties (i.e. me!)? Thanks!|||I love red wine but I think it's one glass. I'd love another, however. I think the benefit applies to anybody (protection is protection).|||It has been proven that two glasses of red wine a day does exactly as you said. I saw it on the News and it was some in depth study at a research facility that the Taxpayers paid 200,000 bucks for. LOL. I wonder how many indulged to find that out?

Can I substitute cooking sherry for red or white wine in a recipe?

This is for a pot roast recipe cooked low in an oven. There are two variations, one with red wine and one with white wine/vermouth.|||The question is, in the white wine recipe, does it call for sweet or dry vermouth?


If sweet, then yes( because Sherry is sweet).


If dry Vermouth, then you would alter the recipe.


Also if you have "Cooking Sherry" IE Holland House", you have an awful product there.


Those are wines not suitable for drinking which salt is added to.


If it's that, don't use it at all.|||The rule of thumb is...if you wouldn't drink it, then don't cook with it.


And I definitely wouldn't drink cooking sherry.|||I wouldn't do it. Sherry is light and sweet. I would substitute with beef broth or chkn broth... preferably beef if you have it.|||www.chefscene.co.za is pretty good?

How do I drink my bottle of red wine?

After I opened a bottle of red wine, Do I have to drink all during the day or can I have some and then retap the bottle and the wine won't ruin ?|||Jeez ..okay I guess you are serious ...just the fact you said retap means you are not a virgin drinker ..


Red wine keeps for quite a while 4-7 days even longer..|||you can put a cork in it.


you don't have to drink it all at once.|||with your mouth|||Open bottle. Drink.|||no, there's no reason to drink it all, it won't go bad for a few weeks, I just let mine set out, most of the time I don't even stick the cork back in the top.|||Actually if you have a half left over it tastes better the next day !|||first of all ,with any alcholic beverages you must always drink with moderation.you don,t have to drink it all in one day............you also can put the cork back on the wine and stor it in your refrigerator....|||after you put your wine in the mouth then roll it in your palate and feel it..taste it and then drink it..you can preserve it by placing its cork over it...you don't need to finish it entirely in the same day|||you can recork the bottle and the wine will be fine but only for a couple of days|||IF you cork it back up, be sure to put it in your fridge %26amp; drink the rest within 48 hrs.. or it'll be oxigenated %26amp; not taste the same.

How do you get a red wine stain off a white business shirt?

I took this white shirt to the dry cleaners and they couldn't remove a red wine stain. It's a pure white shirt but it says on the label no bleaching. What else can I do to remove the stain? It's quite expensive and I borrowed it from a friend so really want to get it out!|||I'd keep trying Laundry's until I found one who would do it. It can be done. Here's what I found for you if you do it yourself:


Removing Old Red Wine Stains


Dried wine stains are more difficult to remove, but not impossible. Again, be sure throughout the process to blot the stain, not rub it, as this will only push the stain further into the fabric.





You Will Need:


Non-bleach/Non-alkali dish detergent such as Dawn


Hydrogen peroxide (3%)


Towel


Cloth white cloths or paper towels


Cream of Tartar


Water


How to Remove the Red Wine Stain:


These techniques should be safe for most washable fabrics, but be sure to test a small, inconspicuous spot to ensure there is no discoloring or damage to the fabric fibers.





It鈥檚 very important to BLOT throughout this entire process DO NOT SCRUB. Working from the outside of the stain towards the center will keep the stain from spreading.


Place a towel inside of the garment to keep the stain from transferring to the other side.


Blot the stain with a solution of one part dish detergent and 2 parts hydrogen peroxide.


If this does not remove the stain, try applying a paste made of cream of tartar and water.


Let it set for a few minutes and then rinse by blotting with a clean damp towel.


When the stain is removed, wash the clothing in cold water following detergent recommendations on the care tag.


You may want to air-dry the clothing to be sure the stain is not noticeable when it鈥檚 dry. If you place it in the dryer and it鈥檚 not completely gone, it will be set from the heat and impossible to remove.


Additional Tips and Ideas


Avoid using warm water, as it can speed up the setting process and make the stain more difficult to remove.


If you鈥檙e traveling, or are in a pinch, try rubbing white Colgate toothpaste on the stain to remove it.


If the stain is on a garment that is dry-clean only, do not pre-treat or attempt to remove the stain. Take the item to a professional cleaner as soon as possible to have the stain treated.|||You could try putting some Eucalyptus oil on the stain and then washing as normal - my mum swears by it!

Side dishes for Pecan crusted pork tenderloin w/red wine mushroom cream sauce?

I am cooking one of my favorite recipes for some special guests. It is a pecan crusted pork tenderloin with a red wine mushroom cream sauce (happy to share if requested). I would like a couple of simple sides to complete the meal Suggestions?|||Caesar sald and oven roasted potatoes (toss in oil seasoned with salt and pepper then put in a heavy oven proof pan and roast alongside your meat until crispy). I think these simple dishes would go well with your rich and delicious sounding main dish. I serve these sides with my herb crusted pork tenderloin with green peppercorn sauce. Also sometimes toasted asparagus. Roll fresh, dry spears in melted butter or oil and sprinkle with 1/2 crumbs, 1/2 parmesan mix. Put in oven while cooking meat until just tender enough to pierce with a fork.|||Steamed green vegetable (broccoli, asparagus, etc.) and maybe a rice pilaf or garlic mashed potatoes.|||potatoes roasted in the oven with olive oil salt and pepper, finely chopped garlic and rosemary





carrots in a butter sauce|||I'd love that recipe -- Sounds wonderful! A couple of side dish suggestions:





Zucchini Gratin





6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, plus extra for topping


1 pound yellow onions, cut in 1/2 and sliced (3 large)


2 pounds zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch thick (4 zucchini)


2 teaspoons kosher salt


1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper


1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg


2 tablespoons all-purpose flour


1 cup hot milk


3/4 cup fresh bread crumbs


3/4 cup grated Gruyere





Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Melt the butter in a very large (12-inch) saute pan and cook the onions over low heat for 20 minutes, or until tender but not browned. Add the zucchini and cook, covered, for 10 minutes, or until tender. Add the salt, pepper, and nutmeg and cook uncovered for 5 more minutes. Stir in the flour. Add the hot milk and cook over low heat for a few minutes, until it makes a sauce. Pour the mixture into an 8 by 10-inch baking dish.


Combine the bread crumbs and Gruyere and sprinkle on top of the zucchini mixture. Dot with 1 tablespoon of butter cut into small bits and bake for 20 minutes, or until bubbly and browned.





--The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook


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Herbed Risotto





1陆 cup(s) Arborio Rice


3/8 cup(s) Finely Chopped Onion


1陆 clove(s) Finely Chopped Garlic


1陆 Tbsp Fresh Chopped Parsley


3/4 cup(s) Heavy Cream


3/4 cup(s) Grated Parmesan Cheese


3/8 cup(s) White Wine


Salt and Black Pepper to taste


4陆 cup(s) Chicken Broth (simmering)


1陆 Tbsp Fresh Chopped Oregano


1陆 Tbsp Fresh Chopped Basil


3 Tbsp Olive Oil





Procedures


In a medium pan heat olive oil and cook onion and garlic until it starts to soften (about 2 minutes).





Add rice and stir until the rice is well coated with the oil.





Pour in the white wine and stir rice until wine is absorbed.





Add 1 cup of the chicken broth and stir the rice constantly until the broth is absorbed.





Continue adding the broth one ladle at a time allowing the rice to absorb it but not completely dry.





The rice is finished when it has a creamy consistency and is tender with a bite (similar to pasta).





Reduce heat to low and add in the heavy cream, parsley, basil, oregano and grated Parmesan cheese.





Mix well and season with salt and pepper.





Remove from heat and transfer to serving dish. Top with extra Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.





Serves 6.





--Olive Garden website


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POTATO GRATIN WITH FRESH HERBS





3 lbs. russet potatoes, peeled and cut into thin rounds


2 Tbsp. butter


1 1/4 cups whipping cream**


1 1/4 cups whole milk


1/2 grated parmesan cheese


1/2 cup chopped fresh chives (1/4 cup dry)


2 tsp chopped fresh thyme (heaping 1/2 tsp. dry)


1 tsp kosher salt


1/2 tsp FGBP





Preheat oven to 400掳F. Grease an 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish with cookign spray or butter.





Place cream, milk, cheese, chives, thyme, salt, pepper and butter in large Pyrex measuring cup or bowl; nuke on high for 5 minutes.





Meanwhile, place potatoes in greased dish, overlapping top layer of potatoes in pretty pattern, if desired. Pour hot milk mixture over potatoes, jiggling dish to coat potatoes completely. Cover dish tightly with foil.





Bake 40 minutes. Uncover and continue to bake until potatoes are tender, sauce bubbles thickly and top is golden, about 15 minutes more. Let potatoes stand about 10 minutes before serving, if you have the time. Serves 8.





**Oftentimes, I will also use canned evaporated milk (not sweetened condensed) instead of whipping cream to cut back on fat and calories.


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Garlic Sauteed Spinach





1陆 pounds baby spinach leaves


2 tablespoons good olive oil


2 tablespoons chopped garlic (6 cloves)


2 teaspoons kosher salt


3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper


1 tablespoon unsalted butter


Lemon


Sea or kosher salt, optional





Rinse the spinach well in cold water to make sure it's very clean. Spin it dry in a salad spinner, leaving just a little water clinging to the leaves.





In a very large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and saute the garlic over medium heat for about 1 minute, but not until it's browned. Add all the spinach, the salt, and pepper to the pot, toss it with the garlic and oil, cover the pot, and cook it for 2 minutes. Uncover the pot, turn the heat on high, and cook the spinach for another minute, stirring with a wooden spoon, until all the spinach is wilted. Using a slotted spoon, lift the spinach to a serving bowl and top with the butter, a squeeze of lemon, and a sprinkling of sea or kosher salt. Serve hot.





--Ina Garten


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Roasted Asparagus with Lemon





A wonderful sign of spring, asparagus is at its best between March and May. Choose spears with bright green stalks and purple-tinted tips. If you do not plan to cook the asparagus immediately, stand the spears upright in a pan filled with 1 inch of water and refrigerate.





2 lb. asparagus


1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil


2 garlic cloves, minced


Zest of 1 lemon


Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste


1 lemon, cut into 8 wedges





Position a rack in the upper third of an oven and preheat to 450掳F.





Snap off the tough stem ends from the asparagus spears and discard. Arrange the spears on a baking sheet.





In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic and lemon zest. Brush the asparagus evenly with the oil, turning the spears to coat well, and season generously with salt and pepper. Arrange the lemon wedges around the asparagus.





Bake until the asparagus is tender and just turning golden, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer the asparagus to a warmed serving platter and drizzle with the pan juices. Serves 8.





--Williams-Sonoma|||Fettucine. Or angel hair pasta. Roasted red potatoes, with baby carrots and seasoning. Or cut up different types of squash and season and roast in oven.|||A simple orzo with parsley, sauteed fennel and leeks. Your main dish sounds rich, so I would go light with the side.|||Mashed sweet potatoes!|||Try Wild Rice and mushrooms, Steamed Asian Vegtables|||I like steamed stringbeans.|||Try buttered egg noodles which can go with the cream sauce. And then a nice vegetable such as green beans with a little lemon, peas, honey carrots. All of these go well with the noodles. If you don't serve noodles then try sweet potatoes with brown sugar/cinnamon, Brussels sprouts with brown butter, and my favorite, spiced apples. The lighter version with noodles plays against the pork and cream. The second option is more wintry with the root vegetables and spices. I say go for the second option. Enjoy!!

What are the basics of knowing whether a red wine is acceptable or junk?

A lot seems opinion. I have access to cheaper red wine and just want to know what is OK and what are signs that it is no good|||The real test is if you like it. If you do, then for you, it is a good wine.





Enjoy.





.|||Well that depends on a few things, mainly: Is this for you, or are you planning to serve to a in-the-know friend?





If it's for you, just drink it if you like it. Developing a "refined" palate is not all it's cracked up to be. I wish I could be happy with a cheap wine!





If it's for a more distinguished friend, there are a few ways to tell.


Easy ways: look into the classifications. Anytime they mention a specific region, you're getting better. The more specific, the better.


Vintage (year) is important!! White wines need to be drunk ASAP, within 2 years of the listed date (chardonnay and Riesling can go to 3-5 years for the average bottle).After this, whites start to turn to vinegar. Reds generally get better with age. Pinot Noirs and other light reds have the same time line as whites, but any other red (i.e; cabernet, syrah, merlot, etc) can last quite a few years, even decades, in the bottle and only get better. However, if the wine is a "cheaper" red, I'd say you have to drink within 3 years of the vintage for light reds, 5 for the rest.


Also, pour a bottle. Hold the wine (in a glass) against a white background, turn on it's side. Look at the color. Any brownish tint (for red or white) is a bad thing. A good sign is a consistent color that goes all the way to the rim of the wine (wines tend to get lighter along the edge, but the more rich and consistent the color the better).


Smell It. Does it smell like cardboard? Like vinegar? These are common signs of a bad wine.


** Random fact: screw tops are always better than corks, given the choice. It keeps the wine better than the cork. **





Enjoy!|||Most wine is acutally fairly good. Improvements in wine making techniques and agriculture have made bad wine somewhat of a rarity.





Once you get past $20-30 a bottle, wine is priced more for it's rarity than it's quality. For example.





Wine A and Wine B are wines that are made from the same grape from the same region and both are made by good wine makers. Both wines are good tasting. The winery made 100,000 cases of wine A. Only 1000 cases of wine B were made. You will find that wine B will probably cost twice as much in a liquor store.|||A rule of thumb is if it tastes good to you, then drink it. You know a ton of people drink 2 buck chuck(Trader Joe's wine) and think it is fine. Most pretty good wines cost $20 or less for a bottle. I have tried very expensive cabs and found them to be no better then a good $25 bottle. A good example of this is Opus wine which is great, but well over $100 a bottle. There are many cabs out there just as good for under $25. Often you are paying for the label and name, not what is inside. Drink what you like and never mind what others may say.|||Whether you enjoy it or not. There are specific brands I'm not fond of, but even Yellowtail has a reserve Cab that's passable.








There are quite a few reds at or under ten bucks that are good. They won't age or win any awards, but for spaghetti night or just sipping, why pay tons? My favorite wines are fairly expensive: $45 a bottle for a Barboursville or $50+ for a Frog's Leap, but those are for special occasions.

What is a good sweet red wine to make Sangria with?

I want to make Sangria this coming weekend, what is a good kind of sweet red wine to make the Sangria with?|||Hello there.....





My sister in law is from Barcelona, Spain. She said that you can use any good red wine. The trick is not the sweet wine but the sweet things that you put into it. Like 7-up, real fruit juice and then the fruits with orange and lemon slices. You cannot get more authentic than someone from Spain. LOL


Take Care,


Stay Well.|||You don't make Sangria with sweet red wine. I would recommend a Sangre de Toro or any reasonably priced red wine. The sweetness comes from the fruit and the orange juice you put in it after the fruit has soaked in some rum. |||Merlot , or a red Riesling

Whats a good bottle of red wine?

I am looking for a good bottle of red wine that isn't dry. I want something that is fruity and a bit sweet. And not those types like Arbor Mist, etc. Not too expensive either. Would appreciate your responses.|||Anything from Weston Vinyards is so good.





Coach|||If you can find a Sangiovise, they are light, a little fruity and sweet but I don't see them very often...that's a wine type not a vineyard.





In the wine store look at the descriptions for "berries, cherries and fruity". Try looking at the Pinot Noirs and Merlots...And ask the folks at the wine shop, they're the experts!





Reds are not really known for sweetness...If you can switch to white a white zinfandel is sweet and fruity, usually pretty inexpensive, can be served with ice and with mixers for wine drinks.





You could also look at Sangrias, which is a fruit/wine mix. I've never had a store bought one I liked but have had some homemade and in restaraunts that were great.|||Try a Beaujolais Nouveau. They are inexpensive and right now is the peak season. Below is a little more detail, more complete information is available at the web link below.





.......Apart from the fanfare, what makes Beaujolais Nouveau so popular? And especially in the U.S. where consumption of red wine is less than 30%? Simply put, Beaujolais Nouveau is as about as close to white wine as a red wine can get. Due to the way it is made鈥攖he must is pressed early after only three days鈥攖he phenolic compounds, in particular the astringent tannins, normally found in red wines, isn't there, leaving an easy to drink, fruity wine. This, coupled with the fact that it tastes best when chilled, makes for a festive wine to be gulped rather than sipped, enjoyed in high spirits rather than critiqued. As a side note, it makes a great transitional wine for anyone wanting to move from white to red wines.|||Strawberry Hill by Boones Farm|||I love A -Mano Primitivo! It's about $13. It's a plummy, medium bodied Italian wine with low tannins. Believe it or not- it goes great with pizza but it is still substantial enough to to be paired with more elegant dishes. It's a very nice wine for those who are transitioning from the very sweet, very fruit forward wines, such as Yellow Tail or Arbor Mist to demi sweet or dry wines such as Cabernet Sauvignon. I have a nice collection of wines but my red of choice is always Primitivo.|||You might want to try a Pinot Noir. There are many great wines out there for under $15 especially when the market has them on sale. Concannon (Livermore), Gallo of Sonoma (Sonoma) and La Crema (California) are all great wines. If you are a little more daring, i recommend the Toad Hollow Pinot Noir Rose (Vin Gris). It looks like a White Zin but does not taste like it at all! Cheers!!!|||Echelon Pinot Noir|||and also soft,?, Gato ***** $10, from Concha y Toro, Casillero del Diablo, Carta Vieja and a lot more, Imported from Chile, South-America. You can try E-Bay, a/o try www.Chile.com/|||Reunite makes an awesome red wine called Lambrusco, it is very smooth and slightly sweet,|||beaujolais

How should I store an unopened bottle of red wine?

I just got a bottle of red wine (Pinot Noir) that I plan on drinking tonight. I heard it should be stored in a cool place. The weather here is about 75F. Should I store it in the fridge for the next 5 or 6 hours or is that a bad idea?|||Cool storage is for aging and storing wine. You will be drinking your tonight, so you don't need cool storage. Keep it wherever is convenient today and then about 60 minutes before serving, throw it in the fridge.|||Store it on its side with the wine touching the cork in a dark cool place. If you have a basement, and it's only going to 75, that should be more than cool enough.





Red wine is actually meant be served at about 68 degrees (room temperature was lower in the old days) but 70 to 72 is fine.|||If you're not storing the wine for a long time, 75 F is not a problem by any means. You only have to worry about perfect cellaring conditions if you're going to be aging the wine for any length of time (like 6 months to a year or more).





You might put it in the fridge for a few minutes before you open it, since it'll probably taste better not quite that warm. I find in particular lighter reds like Pinot show better at about 60-65 degrees.





This is a good guide for what's the best serving temperature for different wines based on wine type:


http://www.easyfoodandwine.com/Wine-Serv鈥?/a>|||It wouldn't ruin your wine or anything, but it's not necessary. If you're planning on storing wine for years, cool storage is recommended, but not for a few hours.





Like Amy recommended, you can put it in the fridge for a few minutes if you'd like - this depends on your personal preference. Some people prefer to drink their wine at room temperature since cooling the wine can degrade some of the flavors.





Once you've opened the wine and can't successfully finish the bottle, then yes, you should store in the fridge. Optimally you'd use one of the rubber corks and pumps to get the air out of the bottle (can buy at the local wine store for cheap). The wine will stay fairly drinkable for a few days, and after than can be used for cooking.

How do i remove a red wine spill?

i just spilt red wine on the carpet, whats the best way of removing the stain?|||Scrub it with white wine mate !!





Thats true , not a joke !|||White wine of course|||put white wine on it|||Lemonade works fine too!|||vanish stain remover works a treat - don't waste good wine!|||SEE BARRY SCOTT and SILIT BANG|||Super glue and coal and flour|||Pour white wine on it. Sounds stupid but it works!|||pouring white wine over it or so they say....not sure|||Cilit Bang or Carpet Power, works like a charm lol|||I use salt to clear it up.|||I have used white wine, but it doesn't get all of the stain out, you are supposed to do this straight away anyway, so it will be harder to shift. salt I have also tried, only works a little, and then it still needs to be damp, so no good to you now,





I would try the specialist packs you can get from boots specifically for the job of removing red wine, always do a test patch were no one can see it, as these things always seem to take the colour off whatever you put it on, leaving a lighter area, and that goes for most of the other products. IE cilit bang, etc.





good luck|||Salt.|||Hello, Well the best way to remove the stain is by pouring white wine over the stain,let it soak in for a few min麓s then blot with kitchen roll. It should lift the stain straight away. Next thing to do is with a sponge and cold water wipe the carpet , then with tepid water a%26amp; a small amount of your own hair shampoo give this area a wash . Use the sponge and not a brush as the brush will break the fibers of the carpet,rinse with cold water. Then lay a towel on top of the wet patch with a heavy object on top , this will soak up any water from the underside of the carpet, leave like this over night then leave to dry with natural air you might find you will have to sponge this area again, as sooner or later the water stain will reach the surface. Hope this helps with your carpet|||oxy clean. Works great.|||white wine|||Oxyclean

What is a substitute for red wine in a pork tenderloin recipe?

I'm not trying to avoid alcohol...the problem is that it's Sunday in the South and an open liquor store doesn't exist. Can I use red cooking wine...is it pretty much the same thing? Or is there another alternative?|||NO to the cooking wine! Cooking wine is heavily salted so to use it as a substitution would be a disaster; don't cook with cooking wine!! When open, go to liquor store, ask for small screw top bottles, (approx single glass size), of white, red, or pink wines sold in a 4 pack. I keep those around in the pantry for recipes that call for small amounts of wine then store the remaining for when I need to deglaze after browning something.





As for today? I'd suggest deglazing the pan with equal amout of cooking wine and water and then use water with wocestershire sauce to replace rest of wine. I also like the idea of apple juice suggested above. But you may want to do equal parts juice and water to control the sweetness being added.





Cheers|||Yeah you! I hope that means you found the little bottles? Once opened, they keep well in the fridge and the unopened keep fine in a cool pantry space (or wherever you would store wine). Thank you. BTW, your recipe sounds good...?

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|||garlic salad dressing|||Vinegar mixed with soy sauce and garlic works well. Also worcestershire sauce. Good Luck!|||The best pork tenderloin I ever made was with apple juice!|||beer will go|||Try red port, sake or beer|||Cchicken broth|||grape juice is a non-alcoholic substitute

How do I clean old red wine stains from my wood baseboards?

My baseboards are wood painted white and on the last Halloween party, someone spilled red wine on the floor and it splashed on to the baseboards. I've tried to take them out every day, with 409, Advanage, you name it and nothing. The stains are black by now and nothing takes them out!|||You're not going to get that out. Repaint/touch up that spot. You can try oxyclean or rubbing alcohol, but chances are it's set. Sorry!|||have you tried mr.clean's magic eraser. if that doesn't work you would have to repaint the baseboards.|||I have had reasonable results with peroxide, just the 3% stuff you get at the drugstore. Cover the stain with a paer towel, wet it with the peroxide. Let it sit.


Check periodically, and pray.

How long after you open a bottle of red wine should you consume it?

I have an opened bottle of red wine that has been sitting at room temperature opened for a few months. Is it ok to drink?|||I work at a winery, and if it's a dry red on the third or fourth day after being opened there is a distinctive fuzzy feeling and vinegar tast from the acetic fermentation. If it is a sweet wine, it usually lasts over twice as long. But a few months...that's remarkable... I can't imagine it's anything but nice vinegar. However, if by some miracle it still tastes good to you, go for it, of course!





Cheers!|||i agree with john but do not leave open no more than 1 or 2 months at the most.|||NO! red wine should be drunk within 2 to 3 days...it tastes aweful after the 3rd day.|||6 MONTHS|||I guess ur not like me......I would have thrown away the twist cap..(cork...whats that?)and been done with it the first nite lol....seriously though...try not to let any wine sit very long after it has been opened,I also recomend keeping it very cool after its open,but some will disagree|||it probably wont taste nearly as good as it should|||If it was not corked and sitting you could use it for salad, because it's probably vinegar now.|||in one month|||I think whites tend to stay better longer. If i open a bottle of red i cant put the cork back in and drink the next day. It doesnt taste the same.

How long is screw top red wine still good to drink after purchase?

I have a number of bottles of red wine with screw-tops which I purchased at the beginning of the year. It was 'value for money' purchase admittedly. Can I still drink it? I suspect there is a problem with it. Does the temperature of where it was stored affect such stuff also? (I stored the bottles in a room which gets quite high temperatures)|||The high temperature could destroy your wine. Nowadays, even some good wines use screwtops or artificial corks because there is a shortage of the real thing.





Here is an article I wrote with more information:





http://www.associatedcontent.com/article鈥?/a>|||Until it tastes horrible

How can I remove what looks like a red wine stain from an expensive brown leather shoe?

I discovered what looks like a red wine stain on a brown leather shoe.





How can I remove it? I've tried scrubbing but that doesn't work.|||You probably can't. Leather is so porous that it's probably a permanent stain. You can always try staining both shoes that color...|||Apparently white wine gets red wine stains off.|||you can try aqua selzer..i dont think i spelled it right..but yea it works|||use Club Soda|||This will depend on the type of finish on the shoe. If you have an aniline style leather (one that is absorebent) the wine will have soaked into the leather and it will be impossible to 'clean' it out. You can only clean the surface of leather and not extract stains out.


If you have a finished leather it may be possible as the stain will be sitting on the surface.


It is better to take these to a leather specialist to deal with as using household products may make the matter far worse.

How do i shift a red wine stain?

i just spilt red wine all down my best shirt and drunkenly threw it in the wash. how can i get rid of the stain completely? can i ever return my shirt to its former glory?|||Use white wine and salt.|||sounds daft but white wine on it it will dilute the red wine then sock the shirt in some cool water with some oxy or vanish but you will find the white wine will have done most of the work


all the best|||Spray n Wash|||Try dipping stain into a borax plus baking soda and warm water solution.

Someone asked me to bring red wine, cheese and crackers I dont know what crackers and cheese to bring?

I don't want to get anything to expensive but I dont want to get saltines and velveeta either. I was thinking of Yellow Tail red wine but please help me with suggesstions about the chhese and crackers that I can get in a supermarket?|||In Australia you can get whats called Trilogy cheese. It have 3 different flavoured cheeses in one. Your best bet would be to choose a cheese platter, they sell them prepackaged or you could also ask the deli counter. For crackers, choose something simple like Jatz.|||Wheat crackers, and maybe some sesame. Smoked Gouda,Sharp Cheddar, Brie or Camembert, Stilton or Bleu...|||Ask at your supermarket, they can be a great source of ideas, they would be to happy to help you|||go to Trader Joe's and get different little cheeses and gourmet crackers,they aren't very expensive and you'll be fine.


you can more than likely get the wine there to.|||Water crackers are pretty safe.





Cheese could be anything you like that's above Velveeta and can be dealt with easily. Something soft like goat cheese, brie, or camembert is easy to deal with and snobby enough for most people. If you get a brie or camembert, look for one that's at least a bit squishy at the edges, and let it come to room temp before serving.|||I would go with wheat thins instaed of crackers, and probably a provolone or maybee a smoked swiss. White cheese seems to go good with red wine, but actual crackers seem to soak up the flavor of the wine. So go with wheat thins or triscuits are even good as well. If you want to try something different, try some stone ground mustard or a horshradish with it. kinda spices it up a little.

What is a good red wine and a good fruity wine?

It's almost christmas and I'm looking for some last minute gift ideas for my girlfriends parents. The mother loves fruity wines and the father loves red wine. I need to find two wines, preferably wines that I can find at an LCBO or a winery in the Toronto area. I'm very inept when it comes to wines and all the help that can be provided would be very appreciated.


Thanks|||A good choice for sweet wine:


Rieslings have a floral aroma. They range from very dry and crisp to intensely sweet depending on where it is from. German Riesling is slightly sweet and balanced with some acidity. California Riesling tends to be sweeter.





A good choice for red wine:


Zinfandel can be light to full bodied. It can be rich and spicy or lighter and fruitier. Aromas and flavors that are typical include raspberry, jam, black pepper, and licorice. A specific Zin suggestion -





Renwood 2004 Old Vine Zinfandel


The 2004 Old Vine Zinfandel is medium ruby in color. The bouquet consists of brown sugar, caramel, sage, eucalyptus, and bursting with dark berry fruit. The flavor is a sumptuous blend of warm blackberries on the entry, with a hint of dried fruit, finishing with sweet fleshy tannins.(around $20)


If you can't find Renwood other good wineries are Rosenblum, Serghesio, and Ridge.





Good luck!|||sangria is a good fruity red wine|||For the red lover, a bottle of Kunde Zinfandel is great. Big bold and delicious.





For the fruity wine lover, a Beaujolais from Louis Jadot is tasty, or for something lighter than that try Beringer White Merlot or Big House Pink.|||a fruity red is more like a sangria? For the Red you can't go wrong with pinot noir.|||Try any California pinot noir or merlot.Robert Mondavi Private Selection,Beringer Third Century or Sabastiani Sonoma County.|||There are alot of great fruity and sweet wines on the market


I'm in BC so I'll give you some international brands you may have in Toronto a nice blush from Australia would be good for the mom like a Zinfandel or a rose wine or even get a couple of those cheap bottles of that wild vines those are really fruity.





For the dad go with a Rosemount Estates Shiraz or a Cabernat/Shiraz blend.





Yellow Tail also makes a great Merlot and check out the pinot


noirs the french make great red wines so be sure to look around and get input from the staff.





If you are in the Toronto area you must have specialty store's just for wine I would go to one of those and ask away.





LCBO will have a good selection but the wine shoppes will have wines that you would not find in a LCBO if they are not commercially available. Meaning better selection make a good impression and shop around.





Merry Christmas and Best Wishes.|||I like Red Sangria.


I first had it at a fancy Italian restaurant in Florida, while I was on vacation with my parents.


It was served in a tall, thin glass, on ice. Awesome wine. Great.


Liquor stores in my area of Pennsylvania sell it by the gallon for about $10.00, but a glass of it at the Florida restaurant was about $7.00.


So your girlfriends parent's may think you spent alot but in fact you got a bargain.

How can one avoid red wine staining your teeth when out?

I really enjoy drinking red wine but hate how it stains your teeth - what can i do to avoid this.





And don't tell me not to drink red wine (that one is obvious).|||If you spill red wine on cloth to stop it staining you spill white wine of soda water on it. Thus swill white wine or soda water when you have drunk red wine. |||Brush your teeth well when out, use a whitening toothpaste when you get home. Regular brushing should suffice! Also try going to the bathroom after a glass and rinsing your mouth with water. It is the time the wine is in contact with the teelth that causes the staining. Avoid drinking acidic drinks such as orange juice after or before, because it will soften the enamel. leaving the teeth more prone to the staining|||you could take a sip of water before every sip of wine. water can prevent staining sometimes. you could also try to use some kind of toothpaste that prevents staining. I think aquafresh has some kind.

How long should it take for homemade Red Grape wine to clarify naturally? What colour after fermenting?

The secondary fermetation looks like it's just finishing and is ready to be racked for the second time. Been about 22-24 days since starting. I used a Red Wine concentrate but am trying to stay away from Clarifiers if at all possible. Right now the colour is a bluish purple and I tried to shine a flashlight through but can't seen a smidge of light. Do I need to be more patient and how long?|||Remember, in your fermenter (even if you're using something as small as a gallon jug) contains a lot more volume than a bottle or a glass. Your brew will always appear much darker in the fermenter than in a smaller container. If you want to get a representative view of the color as compared to a commercial wine, a handy trick is to set aside a small amount in a glass when you're racking. Let it siphon out into your sample glass for a few seconds before putting the tube into the large container. This way, you're looking at it as you would another wine so it's not deceptively dark.





Still, with wine, patience is not going to do you wrong. Even so, you still need to taste and test samples each time you rack. You need to check your specific gravity to make sure that the fermentation is progressing. You need to taste it to see if it's to your sweetness/dryness liking (and the sample you set aside to see the color will serve for that purpose, too).





You'll be amazed how clear it looks when it's in a glass as compared to in the fermenter. Compare it to looking at a piece of flat glass. Notice how it's crystal clear looking through the flat side, but when you look through the edge, it's green. The thicker something is that you're looking through, the darker it is due to whatever is in it that contributes color. However, when you have your wine in a glass, you can see the color as it would normally appear. Also, because more light gets through, you can tell better if there's any sediment that still needs to settle, or if it's clear enough to bottle.|||usually takes a couple weeks for all the crap to settle out of beer, dont know about wine though. i use irish moss in my beer (dont know if you can use it for wine but im sure there is other stuff) and it seems to help|||The procedure of racking the wine is essential to wine making. Racking is the process of siphoning the wine off the sediments into a clean secondary fermentation container. This can be done with a flexible plastic tube. Racking is usually done on a regular basis over several months until the wine is clear and ready to be placed in bottles. When the wine is sufficiently clear and the fermentation process has ended, it will be time to bottle your vintage. You can add a more polished look to the wine by filtering.





Bottled white wine should be aged for at least 6 months before sampling, and red wine should be aged for a minimum of 1 year.





Patients, absolutely clean equipment and TLC will give you great wine.

Can I drink white wine with red meat?

Do I have to stick with red wine - red meat, or can I mix it up? Are their certain types of meat that go well with lighter wines?|||The red wine rule only goes for heavier meats like steak or lamb.


Spicy meat dishes, like Indian and Hunan entrees, are best accompanied by white wine or beer. Pork, "the other white meat", can be accompanied by white wine. Chicken and turkey go well with less heavy reds like pinot noir. Because duck is very rich, it can hold up next to a Cabernet Sauvignon or a Merlot.





When dining out, I ask my server for recommended wine pairings with the menu items. Some restaurants list the suggested accompaniments for you. Take note of the pairings you like so you can serve them yourself at home.|||You drink what you want with what you made.

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|||usualy the white wine is for fish,or a dish from the lake or sea clams,lobster,oysters,etc.

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|||Simple rule :Match the wine to the most dominant flavorand or texture that is being served-not the meat

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|||pork goes well with white wine....

What is the best time to use red wine?

I am having less red blood cells, i have read in a article that using red wine will help to increase red blood cells. But i do not know how and which time and which quantity to use?|||I thought iron (Fe) would have been the best thing. Are you anaemic? - if so iron IS the best thing. Otherwise a glass of red at any time is great, though not sure about its red blood cell uses!|||With a great steak dinner|||Maybe u should ask a doctor about that one, because im not sure.I would probaly drink it on a date though.|||I have heard that red wine is good for your blood in that it is a blood thinner but not that it would increase red blood cells


you should be very careful and consult a doctor|||One glass a night apparently can reduce your risk of heart disease.|||7 AM|||Most people who consume red wine for therapeutic reasons usually limit their intake to one or two glasses per day, with dinner or before bedtime, although I doubt that the time of day matters (obviously first thing in the morning or during the day while at work would not be appropriate!)





When drinking wine for health reasons it is important to do so in moderation, lest the negative effects of this essentially narcotic beverage undermine it's benefits. Stick to a glass per day, after checking with your doctor.

How to get red wine out of jeans?

Friend of mine had a momentary lapse of gravity last night (more shamefully this was BEFORE any wine had been drunk haha) and my jeans are covered in red wine.





Any cheap ways to get the stain out, I dont want to try anything unless it has worked for other people before, i might only make it worse?





Thanks in advance.|||Well, it's not a 12 pack of beer but good going! Quick, if you take your pants off, I'll wash it for you before the stain sets in. HE He he ( jus kiddin)|||You wont get it out.


So go with it..


Get a bottle of the same wine and dip your pants in it to soak up the wine. That way the entire pants are the same color.


rinse out wash and dry .


There you go.

What is a good cold dessert that pairs well with white or red wine?

What is a good cold dessert that pairs well with white or red wine?


I am having a couple girlfriends over and we said I would make the dessert and she would bring the wine, but I don't know if she's bringing white or red. It's too hot to bake and something cold would feel good in the near 100 degree heat of the south. What's a good dessert that would go well with either wine that is cold?|||Do a nice simple creme bruele, can be made in advance, and you can flavour them depending on what wine you have, prehaps a bitter choc flavour for some red wine or some ginger and mint to go with a white wine. whatever flavour you want really. plenty of recipes available online or I can give you one if you want

Why do they serve red wine chilled in Maui?

When I was in Maui, everywhere I went red wine was refridgerated. I have been to other islands and never have been served cold red wine. Does anyone know why this is done?|||maybe because of their weather..and just like here in the Philippines we love to drink red wine chilled!dont you like it??|||Temperature and humidity can wreak havoc on wine, so keeping it cool may help it survive Hawaii's climate.





Red wine is considered by some to be best served at about 58 to 60 degrees.|||All red wines should be served in about 60 degree. It is a misconception that wine should be served in room temperature. While it is true that wine is "traditionally" served in room temperature, the room temperature they are referring to is in western and northern Europe, where the temperature is generally in 60's. When wine is served in a large part of US and definitely in Maui, room temperature is not appropriate - too hot. Such hot temperature would cause the alcohol to evaporate faster, thereby dampening the flavor and taste of wine.





So, the next time, someone hands you a glass of "room temperature" wine that is about upper 70's or even 80's degree, you should ask them to chill it.|||Red wines are chilled between 12 to 15 c. Whites from 8 to 12 c


Sparkling wines from 4 to 8 c.

How do I remove red wine stains from my teeth when I drink red wine?

every time I have more than a glass of red wine, I get purple teeth.. how do I keep from getting it?|||Baking soda or baking soda toothpaste. There is no way to "prevent" it from happening. However, if you are out in public / with other people and you don't want to smile a big ol' purple smile you can chew gum...it helps a bit. |||YOu can try winenaps. Their site is winenaps.com. They remove red wine stains from teeth and lips. they come in moist towelettes

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|||brush your teeth afterwards.








no way you can avoid this when you drink hearty reds.





know's this through experience.|||Brush them with a bit of salt and baking soda. Rinse well.

How to get rid of a red wine stain?

Help! I spilt red wine on white pants, and I've tried everything- I bought "wine away", used salt, and hydrogen peroxide. The stain is now light yellow. Can I get the rest of teh stain out?|||Bleach only makes it more yellow. Please don't do that. Try oxi-clean. That works really good on stuff like that.|||Well since the stain is light yellow, that most likely means it is slowly going away so all that hard work you've put into that has been doing something. Try bleach, ultra color safe bleach if you want to wash them with other clothes, hairspray, and yeah...


some really really good bleach should probably do the trick. There is also clorox bleach pen if you want to try, let it sit REAL long... wait are these pants white? white right? well if their white use the clorox bleach pen and let the sit a real long time. If they aren't white, use the CBP but dont put it on too long.|||the best way to get rid of the red stain from wine spillage is to immediately pour white wine over the stained area. It's a little bit sad wasting the white wine. it really does work however|||pour something else over it. you have bombed it with too much stuff. the pants are gone.|||bLEACH MIGHT HELP|||it depends how long the red wine has been in....but normally if you put white wine on straight away it dilutes in

What are the black things floating around in my red wine?

looks like black specks are floating around in my wine, red wine. It is from a bottle i opened about a couple weeks back. What are small black specks in red wine?|||Sounds like sediment. This is the leftover yeast, etc. that hadn't completely settled before the wine was bottled, then when you opened the bottle and poured yourself a glass, they were disturbed.


They are nothing to worry about, a little sediment in a wine bottle is perfectly normal and a sign of a good handcrafted wine.


If you wish to not have sediment wind up in your glass, you could try decanting it first.





P.S. If you opened the bottle a couple weeks ago, the wine will probably not be very good anymore. Wine oxidizes as soon as you open it the first time, and it should be consumed withing a couple days to a week.|||that is tannin it is safe just part of the wine sediment|||Thats what you get with every bottle of mad dog.|||It's wine sediment. Usually the indication of a good wine, it's older and hasn't been through much filtration. Wine sediments are usually the byproducts of tannins and other pigments. They're antioxidants so drink up (but not too much, lol) Hope it helps!|||These are wine sediment, composed of various pieces of grapes as well as leftover yeast. Sometimes called "Lees", these are part of leftover part of wine making.





Many wines are sold as "unfiltered", which means that smaller particles are not filtered out. While it does not necessarily means "good" wines, many higher end wineries tend to make wines that are unfiltered and intentionally leaving some of the sediment in the wine bottles. This is also the reason why many wine drinkers leave some of the wine left in the bottles - where the sediment is more concentrated. Of course, when you shake a wine, the sediment can end up floating higher.





If you do not like sediment, you can buy a decanter as well as filters to filter out the sediment. Some experienced wine drinkers love to chew on the sediment, since they are more flavorful.





As for tannin, these are chemicals in the skin. You don't see tannin - you taste tannin.|||Flies?|||Sediment it is not bad, it happens in almost all older wine

How do I remove red wine stains from my teeth when I drink red wine?

every time I have more than a glass of red wine, I get purple teeth.. how do I keep from getting it?|||Some people use a straw so that the wine passes their teeth. Take a swig of white wine to rinse it all away. If that's not possible, drink some water or eat a bit of cheese.|||Try Wine Wipes.. They totally work! I don't go wine tasting without them.. you can order them online at www.winewipes.com.

What kind of red wine do you people suggest?

I want to have a good bottle of red wine at home for me and a date, i have only drnk wine like twice, so i dont kno whats good and whats not? i kno there are ranges from cheap to extremely expensive, so i was look for a bottle under 50 dollars.. something good enuf for two.. something good?|||Campo Viejo Reserva Rioja


A great Spanish wine in the $20 to $25 range.


You or your date will not be disappointed.|||Taste is more important than price..many mid priced wines are better especially for beginners than the more expevsive kinds.. If it's for a romantic evening, nothing beats a nice champagne. for $50, you can get a nice bottle AND some "romantic fruits like strawberries and such|||A good bottle of red for under $50? OK, no problem The following are excellent, offering great bouquet, wonderful taste and a fantastic finish and to give you insurance, when you go to your wine merchant, ask him the "wine spectator rating", if 85 or higher, you're in the pink. Choices:


France - Chateau Neuf De Pape, some bordeaux; stay away from beaujolais, its crap.


Italy- Try Amarone or Barollo, wonderful, Brunellos are superb, but a bit more money.


Spain offers excellent wines, but hard to find here in the US. I couldn't tell you what to get because its like looking for a needle in a haystack. But ask the question and rely on the Wine spectator yardstick, you'll get your money's worth.


California Cabernets - there are 100's! Much akin to the French Bordeaux and in some cases better. Consistent quality always comes out of Beringer, Silver Oak, Bulieu Cellars(spelling?), Mondavi and a handful more. Again use the ratings guide. And for pity sake, stay away from the merlot, zinfandel and all that fruity tooty stuff, I think people drink it to just get a buzz, so damn bland.


On a serious note, if you start to get into it, there a number of highly readable books for beginners that take you by the hand and walk you through the world of wine.Takes all the mystique and scariness out of ordering a bottle at a restaurant. Does wonders for your social standing.


Credentials: Several oenology courses, many books and over a decade in the industry. Most important, I love this stuff!|||Barolo its the best bare in mind that Barolo is made with a type of grape called nebbiolo so any wine made with this kind of grape will be nice|||I recommend a Pinot Noir. It is an excellent wine for beginners and thus enjoyable by most. It usually has nice flavors of black cherry, raspberries, and toasty vanilla, which most people like. And for under $50 you can get a great one. Go to your local wine/liquor store and ask them for their recommendation, they usually have good advice. If that's not possible, try J. The label just says J on it, and it's a great Pinot Noir from the Russian River Valley in California, which is a perfect region for Pinot Noir. Good luck!

Which type of red wine should I choose for tomorrow night?

Hi everyone, I'm cooking a romantic meal for my boyfriend tomorrow night and I'd like to get some nice red wine to go with it. The problem is, he really doesn't like anything too dry or vinegar-like, so I really need something which is on the sweet, fruity side, without being quite as sweet as port and dessert wines (although he does love them, even with a main course). Does anyone have any suggestions?|||Riunite Lambrusco....|||nuit st george|||Get a soft red wine. Here are a few suggestions.





Pinot Noir


Beaujolais


Sangiovese


Tempranillo


Chambourcin (my favorite)


Cabernet Franc





One of those should work just fine. If you want something a little fruitier, try a Rose'.





.|||Find a Port... he should like that.|||if he is not a red wine drinker but likes 'porty' type of taste.


a really good mainstream wine would be 'turning leaf' cabernet sauvignon or zinfandel.


its available everywhere and is EXTREMELY smooth.


its red wine for wusses!!!


i do however suspect he won't be giving a monkeys about the wine....have a great night....x|||A Pinot Noir from Burgundy.|||DON'T CHOOSE WIN CHOOSE CHAMPAGNE I LIKE LAURENT PERRIER.|||Try an amarone which is an italian wine. It has a nice fruity finish.|||Either Carmen - Merlot


Wolflblass - Merlot


Australian shiraz Redskin is also nice|||I answer every wine question with this answer, but it's true ... try a pinot noir. They're not very tannic (that dry tongue feeling), and they're my fave.





King Estate (Oregon) is my favorite, but Erath (also from Oregon) is a good choice too, and a little cheaper (King Estate is around $25-30, Erath is closer to $20).|||Renujiti I think that is spelled right, it is not so expensive and it taste great, I just served that at my daughters baptizm party, and the guest loved it|||You can't go wrong with a charming Beaujolais.|||I would go with a red zinfandel. Its usually more fruity than a cabernet or merlot. Ravenswood is a pretty good brand for a low price.|||try valpollicella - Italian wine, very full bodied and still quite fruity|||Rose wine should be just the ticket. A zinfandel, Ernest %26amp; Julio Gallo won't break the bank.|||At the beer/wine store this is my fave to buy on the holidays it's called Gala Rouge it's perfect and it's found in Austin Liquour|||I know the perfect wine for you which has no vinegar after taste its so smooth and fruity. Its Spanish and called Castillo San Lorenzo, Reserve 2001. You can get it in Tescos for 拢9.99, I think you'll both like it I've stuck with it and refuse to drink any other. Good luck!