Nice wines I have drunk recently - Red or White

[TheRealTMA]

Dang! Then I'm not God after all .

Considering the wines you drink, maybe?

 

[drron]

Dang! Then I'm not God after all .

So I dont have to call you Dad anymore?:shock:

 

[JohnM]

I don't now others handle the perennial problem of keeping opened red wine without it spoiling, but I think that I have finally found the perfect solution.

I've tried the vacuum pump but I don't feel that it works very well. The argon gas blanket I think works pretty well but the cylinders are costly (c. $30) and only good for about 30 operations.

Unlike Europe and S America, half bottles are not common in Australia - and those that are around are mostly thin, clear glass for low-end commercial white wines. However, I have found an exception of solid dark-glass half bottles that also contain very good wine for drinking first.

Dan's stock Wirra Wirra Church Block in half bottles so I bought a few and use them to decant off half a large bottle as soon as I open it. I fill them close to the screw cap and I find that the wine keeps really well.

Hence my reference in a couple of recent posts to consuming 'half' of the bottle. It means two things: that I get really good value out of a bottle of wine and it is a very good way of moderating intake to exactly half a bottle - which I think is a very pleasant and sensible amount with dinner (preceded by a glass of white as an aperitif while preparing dinner, of course .)

It also means I can have a few different bottles 'on the go' without feeling as though I have to finish the previous night's remnants immediately to avoid spoilage.

 

[Major]

What a great idea JohnM...good thinking

 

[rogerkambah]

I too do the half bottle procedure. I can't see that the vacuum pump would work - I mean how many bar or rather millibar can a hand pump evacuate - still plenty of air inside methinks. I usually keep in the fridge too. I prefer to drink only a half bottle with dinner - well 355ml actually as wife likes 20ml . However if its champagne she will splash out and have 30ml!!!

I don't now others handle the perennial problem of keeping opened red wine without it spoiling, but I think that I have finally found the perfect solution.

I've tried the vacuum pump but I don't feel that it works very well. The argon gas blanket I think works pretty well but the cylinders are costly (c. $30) and only good for about 30 operations.

Unlike Europe and S America, half bottles are not common in Australia - and those that are around are mostly thin, clear glass for low-end commercial white wines. However, I have found an exception of solid dark-glass half bottles that also contain very good wine for drinking first.

Dan's stock Wirra Wirra Church Block in half bottles so I bought a few and use them to decant off half a large bottle as soon as I open it. I fill them close to the screw cap and I find that the wine keeps really well.

Hence my reference in a couple of recent posts to consuming 'half' of the bottle. It means two things: that I get really good value out of a bottle of wine and it is a very good way of moderating intake to exactly half a bottle - which I think is a very pleasant and sensible amount with dinner (preceded by a glass of white as an aperitif while preparing dinner, of course .)

It also means I can have a few different bottles 'on the go' without feeling as though I have to finish the previous night's remnants immediately to avoid spoilage.

 

[JohnM]

I too do the half bottle procedure. I can't see that the vacuum pump would work - I mean how many bar or rather millibar can a hand pump evacuate - still plenty of air inside methinks. I usually keep in the fridge too. I prefer to drink only a half bottle with dinner - well 355ml actually as wife likes 20ml . However if its champagne she will splash out and have 30ml!!!

I agree about the pump but I thought I'd give it a try. Not so sure about the fridge, which I've also tried. It generally seems to me that even after returning the wine to room temperature, something has gone from it.

 

[Daver6]

I don't now others handle the perennial problem of keeping opened red wine without it spoiling, but I think that I have finally found the perfect solution.

Huh? I'm confused?!? I've yet to encounter that problem.

I jest. What you described is exactly what I do too

 

[Buzzard]

Rockford still sell Rifle Range Cabernet Sauvignon in 375ml @ $21 which is good value as the 750ml is $41 as per my current order form. I used to buy a case or 2 because they are perfect for one, but I have not purchased any for some time now.

Not sure what type of seal is on the 375ml but happy to find out if anybody is interested.

 

[boomy]

375ml bottles are good compromise for people who travel often and don't want to open a large bottle when going to be away for more then 1 night. I always try to keep a few at home (I have wine preserver but don't trust it 100%).

 

[RooFlyer]

Rockford still sell Rifle Range Cabernet Sauvignon in 375ml @ $21 which is good value as the 750ml is $41 as per my current order form. I used to buy a case or 2 because they are perfect for one, but I have not purchased any for some time now.

Not sure what type of seal is on the 375ml but happy to find out if anybody is interested.

Sitting in front of me right now. Its a cork

 

[penegal]

Rockford still sell Rifle Range Cabernet Sauvignon in 375ml @ $21 which is good value as the 750ml is $41 as per my current order form. I used to buy a case or 2 because they are perfect for one, but I have not purchased any for some time now.

Not sure what type of seal is on the 375ml but happy to find out if anybody is interested.

Sitting in front of me right now. Its a cork

Indeed it is... just about to buy a few of the 2012.

They also do Basket Press in 375mL, but in tiny quantities, and so far I have only seen them at a certain establishment in Melbourne (so they may be bottled by request).

 

[QF WP]

My companion tonight post dinner:



I have the same problem with spoilage - have to finish an opened bottle the next night before it becomes undrinkable

*hic* oh the first world problems we face

 

[Buzzard]

My companion tonight post dinner:

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I have the same problem with spoilage - have to finish an opened bottle the next night before it becomes undrinkable

*hic* oh the first world problems we face

Now there is one I have not tried.
Must get along to Burge very soon.

 

[tgh]

It's interesting how some taste good or even better on day 2.
Otoh sometimes they taste fine on day 1 and like cough on day 2
Why is it so ?

 

[JohnM]

It's interesting how some taste good or even better on day 2.
Otoh sometimes they taste fine on day 1 and like cough on day 2
Why is it so ?

THAT is the $64K question .

 

[TheRealTMA]

So I dont have to call you Dad anymore?:shock:

So which of you take responsibility for Sangiovese?

 

[JohnM]

So which of you take responsibility for Sangiovese?

And your point is .

 

[rogerkambah]

It's interesting how some taste good or even better on day 2.
Otoh sometimes they taste fine on day 1 and like cough on day 2
Why is it so ?

Not professing to have any scientific knowledge on this but my thought is aeration, after opening the bottle, 'stirring' the wine in the bottle through pouring glasses and then leaving overnight with a greater surface area exposed to air.

You can achieve a quick aeration through decanting the wine, or by pouring a small glass, replacing seal (or using clean thumb) and upending the bottle a couple of times. However this method not recommended if wine has sediment/crust. I have heard of winemakers placing palm over mouth of glass and upending to give a quick aeration, which will bring out more flavours.

 

[penegal]

I should probably post in this thread more often.

I enjoyed this drop the other day.

About 20-30 mins in the decanter and it was "just right". A great wine from a great vintage.

 

[rogerkambah]

I'm sure the wine was fabulous, but according to Langton's Vintage Ratings, 2003 was only rated a 7 for MR Cabernet. 2004 was a 10, 05 (8), 06 (6), 07, 08, 09, 10, 13 (all 10), while 11, 12 and 13 were each rated 9.

I should probably post in this thread more often.

I enjoyed this drop the other day.

About 20-30 mins in the decanter and it was "just right". A great wine from a great vintage.