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8 red grape sorts - which wines have you tasted?

I have tasted and liked ....

  • Cabernet Sauvignon

    Votes: 8 88.9%

  • Pinotage

    Votes: 5 55.6%

  • Merlot

    Votes: 8 88.9%

  • Pinot Noir (Spätburgunder)

    Votes: 7 77.8%

  • Zinfandel

    Votes: 4 44.4%

  • Carménère

    Votes: 4 44.4%

  • Tempranillo

    Votes: 4 44.4%

  • Sangiovese

    Votes: 4 44.4%

  • others

    Votes: 5 55.6%

  • none

    Votes: 1 11.1%
  • Total voters
    9
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To start with; I know well that there are thousands and thousands of fine red grape varieties.
And I have tasted lots of them.
Now I name 8 of them.
Don't tell me that I "forgot" X or Y.
I did not.

I name 8 plus 2 other options, as there are only 10 options possible.

Some might have preferred a different list.
That is natural.


Here is my list now:


Cabernet Sauvignon
Pinotage
Merlot
Pinot noir (Spätburgunder)
Zinfandel
Carménère
Tempranillo (typical for the Rioja region in Spain)
Sangiovese

other red wines
none
 
I have tasted pretty much all wines... I worked in the restaurant, food, wine and hospitality industries for 20 years in the 90's and 2000's.
 
Rumpel said:
To start with; I know well that there are thousands and thousands of fine red grape varieties.
And I have tasted lots of them.
Now I name 8 of them.
Don't tell me that I "forgot" X or Y.
I did not.

I name 8 plus 2 other options, as there are only 10 options possible.

Some might have preferred a different list.
That is natural.


Here is my list now:


Cabernet Sauvignon
Pinotage
Merlot
Pinot noir (Spätburgunder)
Zinfandel
Carménère
Tempranillo (typical for the Rioja region in Spain)
Sangiovese

other red wines
none
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One ofh te funniest and greatest things that I ever learned was that box wines often contain some of the best wines/vintages. It is funny to see so many people piss on these wines and back in the day corks and the whole bottle presentations were jokes that we used to laugh at people about.
 
Bodhisattva said:
One ofh te funniest and greatest things that I ever learned was that box wines often contain some of the best wines/vintages.
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That may well be.
Not always, but sometimes.

Wine is a great field for snobbery - same as with Whisky.
 
4 Voters

3 x Cabernet Sauvignon
3 x Merlot
3 x Pinot Noir = Spätburgunder
1 x none
 
From among the many sorts that are not in this list, I will mention now this one:

Pinot Meunier - or Schwarz-Riesling

Schwarzriesling - only growth and shape are common to Riesling
Although the name literally means "black Riesling," this variety is not related to Riesling at all. In fact, it is a mutation of Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir) that ripens quite early.

The wines are deep in colour, but mostly not as complex as the wines made from Spätburgunder grapes. Frequently, the Schwarzriesling is referred to by its synonym, "Müllerrebe", and in France it is known as Pinot Meunier, where it is part of many champagne cuvées.
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Schwarzriesling
 
Bodhisattva said:
I have tasted pretty much all wines...

I worked in the restaurant, food, wine and hospitality industries for 20 years in the 90's and 2000's.
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So have I - but not for professional reasons. :)
 
Rumpel said:
That may well be.
Not always, but sometimes.

Wine is a great field for snobbery - same as with Whisky.
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That is why I said "often"...

So have I - but not for professional reasons.
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Most types

I normally dont drink wine, but I have tried Malbec which was not listed and most others.

I don't really pay attention to the flavors and savoring the taste. To me it is whether or not it is drinkable
 
My preferred red is Shiraz but have had some truly wonderful cabs.
 
And who pays attention to the flavors? :)
 
Its ripple or nothing for me.

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  • Total voters 7
and 5 say: others

Question: What other sorts can you think of? :)
 
I do know some more - but I still think these 8 are a good selection. :)
 
Lord Tammerlain said:
I normally dont drink wine, but I have tried Malbec which was not listed and most others.
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About Malbec:

Malbec (pronounced [mal.bɛk]) is a purple grape variety used in making red wine. The grapes tend to have an inky dark color and robust tannins, and are known as one of the six grapes allowed in the blend of red Bordeaux wine. In France, plantations of Malbec are now found primarily in Cahors in South West France, though the grape is grown worldwide. It is increasingly celebrated as an Argentine varietal.

The grape became less popular in Bordeaux after 1956 when frost killed off 75% of the crop. Despite Cahors being hit by the same frost, which devastated the vineyards, Malbec was replanted and continued to be popular in that area. Winemakers in the region frequently mixed Malbec with Merlot and Tannat to make dark, full-bodied wines, but have ventured into 100% Malbec varietal wines more recently.
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Malbec - Wikipedia

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Jonsa said:
My preferred red is Shiraz but have had some truly wonderful cabs.
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About Shiraz or Syrah:

Syrah (/ˈsiːrɑː/), also known as Shiraz, is a dark-skinned grape variety grown throughout the world and used primarily to produce red wine. In 1999, Syrah was found to be the offspring of two obscure grapes from southeastern France, Dureza and Mondeuse Blanche.[1] Syrah should not be confused with Petite Sirah, a cross of Syrah with Peloursin dating from 1880.

The style and flavor profile of wines made from Syrah are influenced by the climate where the grapes are grown. In moderate climates (such as the northern Rhone Valley and parts of the Walla Walla AVA in Washington State), they tend to produce medium to full-bodied wines with medium-plus to high levels of tannins and notes of blackberry, mint and black pepper.
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Syrah - Wikipedia

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Bodi said:
I have tasted pretty much all wines... I worked in the restaurant, food, wine and hospitality industries for 20 years in the 90's and 2000's.
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Same with me except instead of working in restaurants foods I indulged in them, excessively. Way more than 20 years.
 
Here is an excellent grape variety that is not on my list of eight:

Wines from the Regent grape variety are full-bodied, almost Mediterranean, with a tastable tannin structure and aromas of cherries or currants, reminiscent of other renowned red wine varieties. Must weights surpass even those of Pinot Noir and the wines are correspondingly rich. The moderate acid levels allow for the expansion of mild and velvety red wines with a rich red color and barriques are sometimes used for high-quality grapes.

The wines are ready to drink relatively early and pair well with salami sausages, well-matured mountain cheese, meat dishes with intense taste and concentrated sauces, a leg of lamb, an oxtail ragout or a game dish.
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www.germanwines.de

Deutsches Weininstitut

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trouble13 said:
Its ripple or nothing for me.
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Finally I have now looked up Ripple Wine :)

Ripple was a fortified wine produced by E & J Gallo Winery as a Low end fortified wine that was popular in the United States, particularly in the 1970s. Possessing a relatively low 11% ABV, it was originally marketed to "casual" drinkers. Due to its low price, it had a reputation as a drink for alcoholics and the destitute. It was popular among young drinkers, both underage and college age students. On Sanford and Son, Ripple was often referred to, as it was Fred Sanford's alcoholic beverage of choice, making Sanford an early spokesperson of the product.

Flatipple sangria & Ripple

Champipple: Champagne & Ripple. Or, Ginger Ale & Ripple.

Manischipple: Manischewitz & Ripple.

Beaujolipple: Beaujolais & Ripple.

Cripple: Cream & Ripple.

Stripple: Straight Ripple.

Flapple: Flat Ripple. Or, Sangria.

Muscatipple: Muscatel & Ripple.
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"Ripple" wine

Ripple was a fortified wine produced by E & J Gallo Winery as a Low end fortified wine that was popular in the United States, particularly in the 1970s. Possessing a relatively low 11% ABV, it was originally marketed to "casual" drinkers. Due to its low price, it had a reputation as a drink for...
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