Wine Review Monday

The last of "Auld Lang Syne" has been sung and we are now ready to begin our new year and conquer our new resolutions.

Well I have mentioned I don't make resolutions but I do like to try new things and new adventures. So in my quest to try new things I'm hoping I can inspire you to be curious enough to do the same and try a new wine.

Many wine drinkers like just one style of wine and never want to try a new wine. There is definitely nothing wrong with that.

It's only that they could be missing out on finding something new. And who doesn't like something new :) ?

With that said, I have listed some information to help you decide what kind of wine you might like to try.

If you drink Whole Milk -- Try a richer, full-bodied Chardonnay from California.

If you drink Skim Milk -- You might like a lighter style white wine. Try Chablis or Chenin Blanc.

If you like Grapefruit Juice -- You probably enjoy the high acidity in this citrus juice. You might try a Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc. These varieties may also have citrus flavors of grapefruit.

If you like Orange Juice -- Fruity and ripe flavors of the oranges are what you might enjoy. Try a Viogner.

If you like spicy black pepper flavors -- Try a red wine like Syrah from France or even a Shiraz from Australia. They have hints of pepper and spice.

If you like cherries, blackberries and/or raspberries -- You probably enjoy berries and fresh fruit. Try red zinfandel from California or maybe a Tempranillo from Spain which has red fruit and cherry flavors.

So try something new next time you are shopping for wine and let us know what your findings are.

Salute!
Winelady Cooks