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| Subject | Date Asked |
| When can I drink | 2/8/2012 |
| Q: I have a 2002 domaine de la terriere Beaujolais and a 2000 vin as de gain Rioja Both were kept in ... A: These wines were really made to drink when they were young And fruity--and that point has come and ... | |
| sediment? | 2/6/2012 |
| Q: Several times, as I finished a bottle of red wine, there was a purple sediment at the bottom of the ... A: No worries at all. The sediment in wine is simply naturally ocurring material from the skins and ... | |
| Wentworth port wine | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: I have a 250 ml bottle of Orlando Wentworth port wine obtained in Australia about 15-20 years ago, ... A: Australian dessert wines can be delicious. I doubt that it would have much value on the auction ... | |
| royal salute scotch whisky | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: I have 2 750 ml bottles of Chivas Royal Salute 21 I was given by my mother in-law who bought them 45 ... A: This is pretty good stuff, and current bottlings sell for over $100 a bottle. But distilled spirits ... | |
| Paul Masson Rare Cream Sherry in heart shape bottle | 1/11/2012 |
| Q: 801c 750 ml and it in a brown heart shape bottle. I am hoping to get more information about this ... A: Yep--these are nice bottles, and the wine inside might still be good. But it was never made to age ... | |
| 3L dom perignon bottle: year? worth? etc.? | 1/7/2012 |
| Q: I have a 3L bottle of dom perignon and cannot tell the year or how much it is worth? My family took ... A: This is indeed an odd situation. And I have to ask. Are you SURE there is wine the bottle? Lots ... | |
| boujolais | 1/3/2012 |
| Q: I love the Boujolais's. Can you recommended any? I prefer a "fruity" taste, lower in tannin. A: Georges de Boeuf is the best known make of Beaujolais, and he does a pretty good job. But if you ... | |
| 1998 Woodbridge Merlot | 1/2/2012 |
| Q: I have a magnum of this wine. Is it still any good? A: It's probably pretty much dead by now. These wines were never made to last this long---but were ... | |
| old wine! | 1/2/2012 |
| Q: i recently found a bottle of "a. de luze 8 fils bordeaus stain julien" 1966 vintage. your ... A: I think what your label says is Bordeaux, St. Julien. St. Julien is a region of the Medoc, the most ... | |
| wooden box with 1978.1980.1982 | 12/31/2011 |
| Q: Brolio wines all in great shape been stored in box in closet... I am looking for a value ANSWER: Hi ... A: That makes sense. Those wines would have all been released about the same time, in 1983 or so. The ... | |
| wooden box with 1978.1980.1982 | 12/31/2011 |
| Q: Brolio wines all in great shape been stored in box in closet... I am looking for a value A: I don't have great news for you. These are not the best vintages of Chianti CLassico (1997 would ... | |
| Help Identify this old bottle of wine from Hungary | 12/28/2011 |
| Q: I was given this bottle by a distant family member, though I occasionally like to enjoy a bottle of ... A: This is a wine from Pieroth--a company that never sells its wine on the open market, but only ... | |
| value | 12/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a Siglo Red Wine produced by ACE,Bodegas Unidas,S.A. from Spain, Vintage 1966. I wanted to ... A: Eve3n the best red wines begin to show their age after twenty-five years, and this one is well past ... | |
| Carinena Cosecha 1966 Vina Paniza | 12/27/2011 |
| Q: Somebody asked questions about that wine in 2007. We got the same wine as a gift many years ago, and ... A: I am glad you enjoyed it--and I think you were very clever to have served it like a Sherry instead ... | |
| French table wine | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: Wagner, Can you tell me anything about this wine,such as age and value. The label says; CUVLE ... A: I don't have good news for you. Cuvee Colomb Marechal (note spelling) was a trademark of ... | |
| information on wicker wine bottle | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: I received a wicker wine bottle that has never been corked, It only has a particle label which reads ... A: This is a fascinating question. Because in 1923 the USA was in the middle of Prohibition, and it was ... | |
| 1983 Pieroth Beerenauslese Rose | 12/23/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 350ml bottles of 1983 Beerenauslese Rose I purchased at a Pieroth wine tasting. The ... A: What warnings? Wine has both alcohol and acidity at levels that make it very hard for anything ... | |
| Wine | 12/22/2011 |
| Q: Paul, I have two bottles of vintage wine and I was wondering if they were worth anything. I have ... A: Wow ! These are old wines. It's not often you see 90 year old wines! Sadly, they are also almost ... | |
| Optimal drinking time | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: I have the following bottles of wine: Caldwell 1999; Delectus 2000; Dante; Mount Feeder Cabernet ... A: Wow! Lots of questions! Let's start with the basic principals. When red wines age, they lose some ... | |
| Bottle | 12/19/2011 |
| Q: After moving into a house I found this unopened bottle, can u twll me about it? A: This is exactly what it says: Paul Masson Cream Sherry. It was a special bottling that Masson did ... | |
| Wine | 12/9/2011 |
| Q: Ihave a bottle of Black Tower White Wine {759MI],It is dated 1982.Bottled in Germany by ... A: Nope. This was a wine made to drink when it was released---light and fresh, but with no hope of ... | |
| Meister's Special Selectiom | 12/2/2011 |
| Q: I came across a Pieroth German Riesling Seke white sparkling wine. The tag in wax has the number ... A: I think the wine you have is a Sekt--German sparkling wine. But Pieroth doesn't sell the wines they ... | |
| old bottle cognac | 11/30/2011 |
| Q: Sir, I have a bottle of 20 year old remy martin cognac that was purchased from brown vintners and ... A: Distilled spirits like this are so high in alcohol that don't change much, for better or for worse, ... | |
| Graf Zoltan | 11/27/2011 |
| Q: Paul, thank you for taking my question. I have attempted to look everywhere to find the following ... A: Your friend is mistaken, at least on one point. Graf Zoltan is not Muscat--it's made from a grape ... | |
| Moet & Chandon champagne | 11/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a large bottle of 1945, Dry Imperial Moet & Chandon Champagne, Epernay, France. Do you know ... A: Even the best Champagnes begin to show their age after about 25 years, and this one is well past ... | |
| 1985 Fleur De Lys Brut Champagne | 11/26/2011 |
| Q: Greetings Paul Can you please advise of an indicative value of this Champagne? I have just found it ... A: Unfortunately, you haven't quite given me enough information about this bottle. Is it the Maison ... | |
| Signed Robert Mondavi Cab Reserve | 11/25/2011 |
| Q: Paul, I have a bottle of 1998 Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve that was signed by Robert ... A: This is good wine, and it should be drinking very nicely right now--and for a few years into the ... | |
| grand prix port | 11/25/2011 |
| Q: My insurance co need a quote on a 1986 Australian grand prix port which was stolen in a breakin, can ... A: Prices for wines such as these are always highly variable, because they appeal to two different ... | |
| Baron&Guestier mirror | 11/22/2011 |
| Q: I seen a 3 year old posting on a question. is it still worth 50-75$? A: Well...that's what one of them sold for on e-bay. What something is worth is always a question of ... | |
| 1969 Chateau de la Gardine | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1969 Chateau de la Gardine Appellation Chateauneuf-du-Pape controlee. Is it of ... A: I wish I had better news for you, but this wine is almost certainly well past its prime. If it had ... | |
| 1991 Cab Reserve | 11/18/2011 |
| Q: Wagner I have a 1991 Napa Valley Reserve by Robert Mondavi. This bottle was given to a past employee ... A: This is lovely wine and should be drinking very well right now. Of course, it's illegal for private ... | |
| Port Wine | 11/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1984 and a 1985 Woodbridge "By Robert Mondavi" Port. Just wondered what you might ... A: They no longer make this wine, so that tells you something about its commercial success. The good ... | |
| what is this worth please | 11/17/2011 |
| Q: what is this worth and what else can you tell me about this 750ml wine? Design is a red top followed ... A: First of all, this is NOT Chateau Lafite Rothschild. It is NOT Carruades de Lafite, which is their ... | |
| Rene Lalou Champagne 1973 | 11/16/2011 |
| Q: Looking for value and/or info on a bottle of 1973 GH Mumm Rene Lalou Champagne Serial # 138529. ... A: This is lovely, lovely wine, but it is now forty years old. And even the best Champagnes begin to ... | |
| Wine marketing class | 11/16/2011 |
| Q: Mr. Wagner, I understand that you have taught a wine marketing class at Napa Valley College that was ... A: I teach that course every spring semester at Napa Valley College as part of their vit and enology ... | |
| Value of Bottle of Wine | 11/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Louis Roederer Champagne, Brut 1928. What would be the value of this bottle? A: Even the best Champagnes begin to show their age after 25 years--and yours is now about 85. I'm ... | |
| 1929 CHAMPAGNE | 11/15/2011 |
| Q: We would like you advice - my work colleague has found, in her loft area, a bottle of 1929 United ... A: Denise I don't have good news for you. Even the best Champagnes begin to shoow their age after 25 ... | |
| Falcon Crest Wine | 11/13/2011 |
| Q: I also have bottle of Spring Mountain's Falcon Crest, 1981 Napa Valley Gamay Beaujolais. Am I to ... A: Well... Beujolais is never one to age well, so this one is certainly DOA. It won't hurt you--the ... | |
| chianti | 11/12/2011 |
| Q: Several years ago we were given a bottle of Chianti, it has a vintage 1981 sticker on the bottle and ... A: This is a bit of a wild card. You haven't told me the name of the producer, so I can't answer ... | |
| Are these considered vintage? | 11/7/2011 |
| Q: I am from Singapore. I have 2 old liquor bought 29years ago and intend to sell them. Do they have ... A: Distilled spirits like this are so high in alcohol that they don't change, for better or for worse, ... | |
| Are my wines still drinkable? | 11/6/2011 |
| Q: Mr. Wagner, I have listed below some bottles that I have purchased in the mid 1990's that I am ... A: These are all getting a bit long in the tooth--and at this point, if they are still good it will ... | |
| how long? | 11/5/2011 |
| Q: After opening, how long, refrigerated, are most wines good? Also, how will I know a wine is "bad?" A: In general, most table wines begin to show some changes after a day or two. The danger is ... | |
| Champagne | 11/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of champagne that was left by my grandfather. In perfect condition (Label). Dom ... A: Even the best Champagnes begin to show their age at 25 years, and this one is now well past that ... | |
| sweet wine | 10/30/2011 |
| Q: Can you recommend some light, SWEET wines (red or white), non-fortified? A: I can indeed! The biggest selection will be among the white wines. Look for Muscato d'Asti to ... | |
| wine value | 10/24/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 bottles of wine from my sister. I am wondering about the value. They are 1978 Chevalier ... A: I don't have great news for you. Both of these were pleasant when they were released, but neither ... | |
| Wine Advice | 10/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of enzo bianchi gran cru cosecha 2000 and want to know a)how much it is worth & b) ... A: Well, you've asked at least three questions there....so let me take a shot at answering all three. ... | |
| decanter young red | 10/6/2011 |
| Q: hi Paul only a quicky how long should I decant young Aussie shiraz A: This really isn't a simple question--because it is a matter of personal taste. My feeling is that ... | |
| Old Italian Wine Bottles | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: I saw your answer about old globe shaped wine bottles. It does't say what size they are. I found a ... A: Yep--Since the 1800's certainly. And you can see that in their shape! You can see bottles like this ... | |
| Old Italian Wine Bottles | 10/4/2011 |
| Q: I saw your answer about old globe shaped wine bottles. It does't say what size they are. I found a ... A: These are not fiascos, but demijons. The are much larger than the fiasco, and used for home ... | |
| is my old bottle of wine worh anything | 10/3/2011 |
| Q: i have a old bottle of wine and i was wondering if it was worth anything it has never been open. it ... A: Not all wines are intended to age, and most wines don't actually get better with age. This one was ... | |
| pricing an old wine | 9/25/2011 |
| Q: beameister 1969 brown stone?ceramic? sealed bottle label reads Niersteiner Domtal produced and ... A: This wine was never meant to age this long. It was made to drink when it was young and fresh and ... | |
| Champagne | 9/20/2011 |
| Q: My husband and I went on our honeymoon in St. Lucia in 2008. We came across this wonderful chilled ... A: First of all, this is sparkling wine, but it doesn't come from Champagne. It is also made by a ... | |
| champagne | 9/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle, aprrox. year, mid 1940's, unopened G.H. Mumm & co. Cordon Rouge Brut Champagne ... A: Even the best Champagnes begin to show their age after about 25 years, and this one is well past ... | |
| L.A.W. school credential | 9/13/2011 |
| Q: I'm wondering if you know anything of this credential offered by Learn About Wine's Ian Blackburn. ... A: Ian is a good instructor, and the classes are certainly a good way for you to get a background in ... | |
| wine value | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: I purchased a bottle of Brut 1979 Sieur d'Argues Appellation Blanquette de Limoux controlee at a ... A: This is a sparkling wine from France, but is not Champagne. Ansd even the best Champagnes start to ... | |
| harveys shooting sherry | 9/5/2011 |
| Q: I have an unopened bottle 26 oz with cork 0f harveys shooting sherry that is 70 years old and can ... A: Sorry for the delay--I was backpacking the last five days in the High Sierra and didn't have ... | |
| What is it’s Value ? | 9/2/2011 |
| Q: I have an Monopoles Alfred Rothschild Medoc year 1990 and I was wondering with regards it's current ... A: This is a nice wine, but it is certainly approaching the age where you should drink it up. There is ... | |
| Browne-Vintners Co. Alcohol | 8/31/2011 |
| Q: I Have This Bottle Dated In The 1880s, It Is Unopened,And The Brand Is Browne-Vintners Co. It Is 1 ... A: This is a bottle of anis-flavored liqueur, of which there are many kinds in the world. Distilled ... | |
| value of old bottles we own | 8/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1974 Barone Ricasoli Bardolino red that was imported by Peel Street Wine merchants of NYC. ... A: I don't have great news for you. Both of these wines are well beyond their prime. They might offer ... | |
| Port Wine | 8/24/2011 |
| Q: I have just had a lady come into store asking about a particular bottle of port that belonged to her ... A: Roncao is traditionally the name that Borges uses for their Tawny Ports....and as you may know, ... | |
| When to drink? | 8/22/2011 |
| Q: Just have a collection of 3 Italian bottles and am curious when would be the best time to consume ... A: No hurry here. The Barolos will certainly last another ten years at least, and probably will be ... | |
| vintage champagne | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: hi i wonder if you can help me i have a bottle of 1975 red label Lanson champagne i was wondering if ... A: Even the best Champagnes begin to show their age after twenty five years or so....and this one is ... | |
| CHAMPAGNE VALUATION | 8/16/2011 |
| Q: Would appreciate if you could tell me if the following champagne (with the following details on the ... A: Simple answer? Nope. This is a decent bottle of bubbly that was made to drink in the late 1980's ... | |
| 1989 marilyn merlot | 8/14/2011 |
| Q: My wife and I were given a Bottle of 1989 Marilyn Merlot wine. I don't know much about wine and if ... A: I just saw the man behind this wine a few days ago at a barbecue...and I am sure he would be ... | |
| Grande Fine Metaxa | 8/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of unopened Metaxa. It has a lead seal dated 1885. It has the Panama Pacific Inter. ... A: Distilled spirits like this are so high in alcohol that they don't change much over time. And those ... | |
| Ice Wine | 8/9/2011 |
| Q: We have a bottle of Ice Wine - this is what the label says: 1989 Bechtolsheimer Petersburg Silvaner ... A: I wouldnt' give up on this one quite yet. The levels uf sugar in this wine might well have ... | |
| champagne | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: i was brought a bottle of charles lafitte about 24 years ago and cannot find a date on it is there ... A: The reason your bottle doesn't have a date on it is that it is a non-vintage Champage---one that was ... | |
| Empty wine bottle | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: I found an empty wine bottle from France it is ready ornate with different colours on the bottom its ... A: I am an expert in wine, but not in bottles. SOrry. But I can tell you that there are very few wine ... | |
| Bordeaux wine | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: I am with some friends here in Dublin after arriving today from Australia. They have pulled out A ... A: This is a nice wine, made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot grapes. The 1998 ... | |
| 1982 Bolla Amarone | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1982 Bolla Amarone 5ltr., handmade wooden crate, signed by Bolla Pino, # 793 out 1,000, ... A: This is a tough one. The wine should be pretty good--especially in this larger format bottle. But ... | |
| Smith Woodhouse Port | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: I recently found a bottle of 1976 Smith Woodhouse LBV Port stored in my late Father's garage. I ... A: The good news is that your father's garage is in Ireland! In california, that wine would have been ... | |
| 1976 Johannisberg Riesling | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: I was given a bottle of 1976 "Special Harvest Late Golden" Charles Le franc Johannisberg Riesling ... A: Late harvest Rieslings are wonderful wines, and they can last many years. But for that to happen, ... | |
| want to know more about this wine | 7/10/2011 |
| Q: have a question ,i have a bottle of wine don;t know anything about ,it was given to me as a gift ... A: Pieroth is a kind of "Tupperware" wine company--they don't sell their wines except through private ... | |
| Wagner, John | 7/7/2011 |
| Q: Sir, I have a very old "wicker covered" bottle of unopened Madeira Wine. It's label can be found ... A: Madeira is wonderful stuff. It seems to last forever, and is really delicious as well. Your bottle ... | |
| Have my wines any saleable value? | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle each of the following wines: Barons de Rothschild Lafite 2000 Bordeaux Speciale ... A: None of these are really collectible wines. The Lafite (it is NOT Lafite Rothschild, which would be ... | |
| Bottle of WIne | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: I have found a bottle of Gancia Lacrima Christi Italian Sparkling Wine Vintage 1959 Produced and ... A: Sorry. but this isn't a hidden treasure. This is a lighter style sparkling wine that was made to ... | |
| old wine bottle | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: I found a old wine bottle from funen wine company odense denmark has like four handels says imported ... A: This was a merchandising item from Funen...they included four different products in the bottles, so ... | |
| Martell Cognac | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: My father had several collection of Martell Cognac back bought in 1995. Do you think is possible to ... A: The good news is that these are all perfectly good to drink. The bad news? They haven't ... | |
| thai cuisine | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: what wines are suited for Thai cuisine,as you know Thai foods can be very spicy with many herbs,and ... A: You have hit upin one of the great challenges of wine and food pairing, and one of the reasons that ... | |
| Brookside | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: In the early '70's I often traveled to Norton AFB California. Just outside the Orange County Airport ... A: THose were the days! White Burgundy meant that the wine was a blend of white wines that was ... | |
| wine value | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: Paul, I have a bottle of Barone Ricosali Valpolicella 1977 that my ex husband left in the basement ... A: I am afraid I don't have great news for you. These wines (Valpolicella) were made to drink ... | |
| Paul Masson Carafee Trio | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: I was given a box of Paul Masson California Caraffe trio. Burgundy, Chablis, and White Grenache, 375 ... A: Sorry for the delay--I was at a wine conference in Spain. I am afraid I don't have great news for ... | |
| wine in bond | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: Paul, hi. I have always wondered whether other countries apart from the UK have a concept of wine ... A: Yep--we certainly have this concept in the US. And wineries store all their wine in bond until they ... | |
| what a Bottle of 1967 Quinta Lisbon wine might be worth | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Quinta Brand Lisbon wine vintage 1967 and was interested in getting a price on ... A: I am afraid I don't have great news for you. These wines were made to drink relatively young, and ... | |
| Silver Oak | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: I have several bottles of 2001 Silver Oak cab. Have I left it too long to drink it? Thanks! A: There is no perfect answer for this question. As wines age, they lose fruit but gain softness and ... | |
| what are these wines worth? | 5/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of: Sebastiani Vyds 1969 Barbera, Sebastiani Vyds 1976 Zinfandel, Ravenswood ... A: This is a tough one. The first two bottles are almost certainly past their prime. Barbera is not ... | |
| Sichel & Fils Freres Sparkling Burgundy | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: I picked up a bottle of Sichel & Fils Freres Sparkling Burgundy at an estate sale. Oddly there is no ... A: I can't tell you the exact date of the bottle, but at this point it hardly matters. Wines like this ... | |
| Brokering wine to foreign countries. | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: I am interested in brokering the sale of California wines to Asia. Is a license required to do this? ... A: Good question. Yes. The difference between a broker and a distributor or importer is that a broker ... | |
| Brokering wine to foreign countries. | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: I am interested in brokering the sale of California wines to Asia. Is a license required to do this? ... A: The big challenges with this plan will be on the other end--how to get the wines into Asia, cleared ... | |
| dinner party for top somme | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: I'm not a wine expert. I have an up coming dinner for one of the top master wine Somme in Colorado. ... A: First of all, relax. I know a number of Master Sommeliers, and they are among the nicest people you ... | |
| ID year and value Mateus Rose | 5/15/2011 |
| Q: Im in Vancouver, Canada I just received a couple of old looking bottles of alcohol from a passed ... A: The Mateus Rose is a total loss. That was a wine that was made to drink when it was young and ... | |
| Blanchard Rose Danjou French Rose Win 1973 dry | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: Is this wine the monsieur henri selection 1973 blanchard rose danjou french rose wine still ... A: This is a sad story. This is a light fresh rose that should have been consumed within a couple of ... | |
| Wine Schools | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: Wagner, My name is Adorn and I am in Germany at this time looking for a wine school that speaks ... A: This is a difficult one---because if you want to learn in English, you should look at England or the ... | |
| value of wine | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: Paul. I recently asked this question of another expert but he wasn't able to help me and suggested ... A: Ha! You asked the right guy! I used to work for the Christian Brothers Winery back in the 1980's ... | |
| Perrier-Jouet Champagne | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1982 Perrier-Jouet Champagne (with floral design on bottle) still in its original ... A: This is not pushing the envelope in terms of age...so it's a bit of a crapshoot. IF it had been ... | |
| help | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: I recently drank my stepdad's wine and he is claiming that it is really expensive. I want to know ... A: Oops! I bet that will make you think before you open another bottle! I've seen this wine for sale ... | |
| BOLLA VALPOLICELLA | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle BOLLA VALPOLICELLA 1964 red wine, is it worth much and is it ok mto drink ? Thanks ... A: Sorry, but this one is way past its prime. These wines are at their best when they are fresh, young ... | |
| Champagne value | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of champagne, which was a gift several years ago. We are not champagne drinkers and ... A: This is pretty good stuff, and if it has been stored properly, it should be delicious. That said, I ... | |
| Wedding gift | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: Good Morning So i'm getting married next month and I want to give our parents a lovely bottle of ... A: I'd suggest a couple of things. First of all, given the occasion, a nice bottle of bubbly always ... | |
| Lambrusco | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: Brookside Winery in 1978-1981, had a Lambrusco that was dark red, and fruity, and on the dry side ... A: Funny you should ask! Because their wine style was based on a traditional Italian wine ... | |
| Cognac storage | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: Hey, Paul I've recently bought 6 bottles of cognac for a party. But I am not a cognac drinker and ... A: I have good news for you. Disctilled spirits like Cognac are not as delicate as fine wines, and ... | |
| Champagne question | 4/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Piper-Heidsieck Brut "rare+ 1979. It has been store at about 60 degrees. Not in a ... A: You might try one of these, listed in no particular order... ... | |
| Champagne question | 4/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Piper-Heidsieck Brut "rare+ 1979. It has been store at about 60 degrees. Not in a ... A: This is now getting to the point where it is probably a bit past its prime....and given that you ... | |
| Market value | 4/14/2011 |
| Q: I have inherited a couple of unopened bottles of wine. One is a Paul Masson Gamay Beaujolais that ... A: Sadly, both of these bottles are well past their prime. They were made not to age, but to drink ... | |
| Partners' Sandeman | 4/13/2011 |
| Q: I saw that you answered a question about the Partners' Sandeman a couple of years ago. My aunt gave ... A: Partners is a Ruby Port--one that was made to drink relatively young, rather than aged. IT's a nice ... | |
| Riesling | 4/10/2011 |
| Q: Paul, My sister and I are in the process of cleaning and emptying the contents of our parents ... A: There is almost NO chance that this wine is still good. In fact, in those days labelling laws were ... | |
| Wine Software | 4/9/2011 |
| Q: Hey Paul! Wondering if you can recommend a piece of winery/wine software. I'm looking for ... A: Great question! And it's a great idea for a new business! There really isn't anything like this on ... | |
| When to drink the wine | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: I bought my wife a 2001 Turnbull Cabernet Sauvignon for Christmas a few years ago. We've been ... A: This is always a matter of personal opinion. Some people prefer wines with less fruit and more ... | |
| La Genisia | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: I have discovered an old bottle of La Genisia Bonarda, circa 1998. I don't know much about wine and ... A: This is an interesting wine. It is certainly one of the better Bonarda wines from this region, and ... | |
| Cresta Blanca | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of unopened Cresta Blanca, Riesling, i think it is 1909, but has many dates on it, ... A: It is probably from 1909, only because most wines in 1909 were not labeled with the varietal like ... | |
| Question on Italian white wine | 4/3/2011 |
| Q: We have purchased a bottle of Tommasi Soave Classico Superiore. The bottle shows it to be Vintage ... A: I wish I had better news for you. "Moderate aging" for this wine would be about five years, and at ... | |
| wine coolers/refrigerators | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: paul-- i am looking to buy a freestanding wine refrigerator. i do not need a super large capacity, ... A: I'll make this simple for you. To AGE wines, the fridge should be at about 55 degrees. And that's ... | |
| Liebfraumilch | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: Recently been given several hundred bottles of wine ranging from 1971-2003, this bottle peaks the ... A: 1976 was a great year for German wines, but Leibfraumilch was never made to be aged for this long. ... | |
| Becoming A Sommelier | 3/17/2011 |
| Q: Wagner, I have tried to find information about becomming a proffesional sommolier but it is ... A: you don't need to study winemaking to become a sommelier---but you do need to study! I would ... | |
| wine | 3/15/2011 |
| Q: i know nothing about wine, can you please help. 2004 i was given a bottle of wine i think its wine, ... A: Yes, it is probably still OK. It may be a little tired, but it certainly won't hurt you! Vin ... | |
| St. Vincent grape | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: I read that "Paul Wagner" was first to propagate the St. Vincent grape vine. I am hoping you are ... A: Sadly, I am no relation to the St. Vincent grape vine. In fact, I think it is more likely that it ... | |
| 1986 DOMAINE MOLIERES BOTTLE OF WINE | 3/11/2011 |
| Q: I have been given a bottle of 1986 Domaine Molieres - the label states this is a "Vin de payes des ... A: This is an obscure wine, but we can learn a little about it from the label itself. It is from the ... | |
| Bad Cork | 3/8/2011 |
| Q: I got a bottle of Italian wine, which has a black foam cork. The cork was in so tight that it broke ... A: This is an ugly situation! The cork was badly fitted to the bottle, and now you've got a real ... | |
| METAXA GRAND PRIX EDITION | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: I CAME ACROSS THIS BOTTLE OF METAXA AND AM WONDERING IF IT IS FROM 1915 AS NOTED ON THE BOTTLE? IT ... A: Not really. You could contact the company directly, but most spirits companies intentionally ... | |
| Amandio's Old Tawny Port | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: Could you tell me how much a bottle of Amandio's Old Tawny Port, 1953, Matured in Wood, Amandio ... A: This is a difficult question. Amandio is not one of the top names in Port, and Tawny Ports are ... | |
| METAXA GRAND PRIX EDITION | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: I CAME ACROSS THIS BOTTLE OF METAXA AND AM WONDERING IF IT IS FROM 1915 AS NOTED ON THE BOTTLE? IT ... A: Sorry to disappoint you, but the bottle is much more recent than that. The exposition in San ... | |
| champagne | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 bottles of MOET & CHANDON 1962 FULL BOTTLES SOTED IN A DARK PLACE SINCE OWNING, ARE THEY OF ... A: Even the best Champagnes begin to show their age after twenty-five years, and these bottles are far ... | |
| Is this wine OK to drink | 3/4/2011 |
| Q: We bought a bottle of 2000 Franciscan Oakville Estate Merlot many years ago. We've been saving it ... A: It certainly won't hurt you. How good it is may depend more than anything else on the storage ... | |
| Vintage wine bottlr | 2/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a vintage 3. Liter bottle of principe chianti red table wine. The bottle is shaped like a ... A: These bottles were made as merchandising displays for restaurants. They didn't start with very good ... | |
| Champagne Value | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 bottles of 1961 Piper Heidsieck Champagne, Piper Brut. Is there a value in these bottles? ... A: Even the very best Champagnes begin to show their age after twenty-five years or so...and yours are ... | |
| vintage 1972 Vino Chianti 1 gallon bottle | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: Cleaning out an old family basement and just wondering if there is any monetary worth to this ... A: I don't have good news for you. This was never a bottle that was meant to age, and it is well past ... | |
| wine bottle openers | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: My father has had a "thing" for wine bottle openers for many years. He spends big bucks on these ... A: Oh boy, did you ask the right guy about this question! I have a collection of about 75 of these ... | |
| Value of bottle of French Champagne | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Guy Beauregard Brut, Epernay French campagne. I would estimate its age at around ... A: I am afraid that this is not one of the better known houses in Champagne, and as a result I don't ... | |
| wine value | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: i have 1987 lajolie cabernet sauvignon i would like to know its value thank you A: Do you mean the La Joie Cabernet, from Verite? That's a pretty famous winery and wine, and there is ... | |
| martell cognac | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: i have what looks like an old bottle of martell and its marked 30up .any idea of age or any value. A: Distilled spirits like this are so high in alcohol that they don't change much in the bottle, for ... | |
| wine of value? | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: We were given a bottle of C. DaSilva Fine Douro Port, Five Crown, 1958 vintage, from Portugal, about ... A: This is not from one of the great Port Houses, but vintage ports do live a very long time. It would ... | |
| wine age | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Wallaby Creek Chardonay, is it still ok to drink ANSWER: Hi Tony It won't kill you ... A: I don't think they are nearly so well distributed as earlier. Australian wines have taken a huge ... | |
| 1966 Yago Condal | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: My wine cellar , started in 1975 , has a 1966 Yago Condal still laying in the very first slot . I ... A: I hate to be the bearer of sad news, but my guess is that this one is well past its prime by now. ... | |
| wine age | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Wallaby Creek Chardonay, is it still ok to drink A: It won't kill you (the acid and alcohol levels in wine keep bad stuff from living very long!) but it ... | |
| Vintage Cognac -J & F Martell | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: My late father worked for the Martell company for some 10 years. On his retirement in 1976 (and ... A: This is lovely stuff! And the good news is that distilled spirits are so high in alcohol that they ... | |
| Champagnes | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: Following the passing of my mother-in-law I have found two sturdy cardboard boxes in the bottom of ... A: These are all really pushing the envelope in terms of age. The Veuve Cliquot is the one with the ... | |
| 1976 wine | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1976 Beaujolais Villages wine - Chateau De Corval which is selected and shipped ... A: These wines are really made to capture that bright fresh fruit of youth, before the wine shows any ... | |
| Cresta Blanca Zinfandel 1979 | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I read your response to another Cresta question so we're already halfway there. I was given a ... A: Zinfandels are not the longest living of wines, and yours is now more than thirty years old. ... | |
| Vino Novello | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I have tried some Beaujolais Nouveau a month ago and became interested in trying Vino Novello, which ... A: These wines are really made to capture that bright fresh fruit of youth, before the wine shows any ... | |
| Fine Wines. | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: I have the following wines which I may consider for sale. Please can you quote me the best prices ... A: i am not an aution house or retailer, so I cannot purchase wines directly from you. I would ... | |
| paul masson rare cream sherrry (cuvee 501c | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: cleaning out a linen closet, i found a bottle of paul masson rare cream sherry, cuvee sticker... ... A: This was a nice wine, but it may be pretty much shot by now. It never was going to have a lot of ... | |
| old wine | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: I have been given three bottles of wine - Casillero del Diablo (Merlot 1998), Simone Joseph (Syrah ... A: They are absolutely safe to drink. Wine has high levels of both alcohol and acidity--so there are ... | |
| Moet & Chandon Champagne | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a 75cl bottle of Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial Rose 1985 Champagne, on the label is states ... A: A wine this old is full of questions--mainly about how it was stored. If this one was kept in a ... | |
| Adet Cognac 1929 | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: We have an enormous empty bottle of Adet Cognac which has a signed sticker on the outside of the ... A: My guess is that this bottle doesn't have a lot of interest for collectors. Generally they are more ... | |
| Opening the USA market | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: My question is how do you find a responsible well qualified consultant to introduce a new product at ... A: You've got me in a bit of a conflict of interest here---my company does exactly this. But we ... | |
| 1994 Merlot | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: I recently found a bottle of 1994 VIN DE PAYS D'OC Merlot, by Barton & Guestier in a relative's ... A: I used to represent this wine back in the day...But it was never meant to age this long. It was a ... | |
| Beaujolais Blanc | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Beaujolais Blanc given to me by a client. I don't know very much about wines and ... A: This is a light, fresh wine intended to be drunk young and chilled. It's probably a blend of ... | |
| How do I know the date? | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: I apologise now for my question being stupid but here goes... I have just been given a bottle of ... A: You are correct--the vintage should be printed onthe label somwhere. But it is possible that there ... | |
| Windsor vineyards - brandy | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 bottles of 13 yr old brandy bottled by Windsor Vineyards. These are commemorative bottles ... A: Distilled spirits are so high in alcohol that they don't change much over time. YOurs should be ... | |
| White austrian wine - 1979 | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: Good afternoon Mr Paul, I have one question for you. Can you please tell me something about ... A: Pieroth wines are marketed through direct sales...a bit like Tupperware or Avon. They are not ... | |
| Wine Value | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a gift box Baron Philippede Rothschilds containing Mouton-Cadet wine. 1 bottle is 1985 ... A: These wines were made by the same company as Chateau Mouton Rothschild, but that's the only ... | |
| Duckhorn | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1982 Duckhorn Merlot. Is it still ok to drink? Is it ok to hold to just let it ... A: If it has been stored in a dark, cool, quiet place, it might still have some life in it. 1982 was ... | |
| port | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Berry's Character made by Berry Bros and Rudd. it is old and the label has ... A: This still might be quite tasty, but because it is a private label product for the shop, rather than ... | |
| value of dom perignon 1995 | 12/13/2010 |
| Q: sealed in box 1995? thank you A: In a wine shop, you might see this priced at between $150 and $200...but that doesn't mean that you ... | |
| wine value | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1983 rose D Anjou , henri Dabin wine by Marshall fields.. Any Value? Thanks! ... A: No value, sorry to say. Rose wines are made to capture the fresh, fruity character of young ... | |
| Vicomte Bernard Cuvee Chevalier Martin | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: I was recently given a bottle of Vicomte Bernard, Cuvee Chevalier Martin, 2008 Hajos-Baja, Product ... A: This is an odd one! This wine: Viscount Bernard de Romanee Cuvee Chevalier Martin Hajos is a ... | |
| Spain's Golden cream sherry | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Spain's Golden Cream Sherry - Vintage 1933 Bottled in Spain . It says 30 years ... A: It might be pretty tasty--if only because of the sweetness. But at the same time, sherries aren't ... | |
| Remy Martin Gift set 1979 | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: 500 ml Remy Martin vsop depuis 1724 Cognac box gift set. What is the est value and is this still ok ... A: It's absolute still OK to drink it. Distilled spirits like this are so high in alcohol that they ... | |
| 1989 Monton Cadet Bordeaux value | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: Recently read your response indicating that this wine is WELL past its prime. Why is that old ... A: There isn't much one can do with wines that are getting too old. Once they're bottled, you can only ... | |
| paul masson | 11/30/2010 |
| Q: i recently bought a box at a yard sale that had 4 bottles of paul masson wine displayed in it. the ... A: I don't have great news for you. These wines were made to be druk when they were released, and not ... | |
| wine valuation | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: one bottle of Chateau Sociando - Mallet 1989 one bottle of M Chapoutier Cornas 1990 one bottle of ... A: This is a tough one. There is no question that the wines themselves are quite good. And with ... | |
| VALUE my Vintage champagne please | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 Qple bottles of vintage champagne, 1 bottle is a Qple bottle of 1959 dry imperial vintage ... A: I don't have great news for you. Even the best Champagnes begin to show their age after 25 years, ... | |
| Wine | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of wine that stands 32" tall.The neck is twisted and the bottom of the bottle is ... A: These bottles were made as merchandising displays for restaurants. They made thousands of them, and ... | |
| Wine Broker | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: Paul, I saw your response in regards to another question on being a wine broker. I have something ... A: You will need a distributor in each of those states to manage the shipping and delivery for you, and ... | |
| GOLDEN CREAM SHERRY | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: I also have a bottle dated 1918 from Spain, distributed by West Indies Corp. Gold foil wrapper. ... A: Commercially produced Cream Sherries like this have never really become collectible the way some ... | |
| Cresta Bella | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: Just wondering if you could give me any info in this wine? Cresta Bella, California Burgundy. It is ... A: I wish I had better news for you--but this wasn't very good wine when it was made, 30+ years ago, ... | |
| Confusion About Chateau LaSalle | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: Like many, I have searched wine shops for many years looking for an old favorite, Christian Brothers ... A: I haven't seen a bottle of Chateau La Salle for many years, and I doubt if it is still made---it ... | |
| Lafite Rothchild Cognac | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: Paul, could you tell me what my bottle of Cognac is worth? A: Distilled spirits like this are so high in alcohol that they don't change much in the bottle, for ... | |
| Puy-Gallion 1989 Bordeaux Bicentenaire | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: I worked as an intern in the California Pavilion at VinExpo 1989, and as a thank you, I was given a ... A: While this might still be a very pleasant wine to drink, I don't think it will have much value on ... | |
| Thin film left in wine spit bucket | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: We work in a wine/beer store in Southwest Virginia. My colleague noticed a very tough, clear, thin ... A: Ok--that helps a lot. The film is almost certainly a combination of the reduced sugars, alsohol ... | |
| Thin film left in wine spit bucket | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: We work in a wine/beer store in Southwest Virginia. My colleague noticed a very tough, clear, thin ... A: I need more info. The first place to start: 1. From what material is the bucket made? Plastics? ... | |
| Wine Brokering | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: I read in an answer you gave to a previous questioner that wine brokering can only be done in the ... A: Sorry if I wasn't clear. A broker can work in any market---but will need the support of a local ... | |
| wine | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: I have had the following bottle of wine for 35 years. I assume that the wine is past it's prime, but ... A: Beaujolais is a fresh young red wine from the southern part of Burgundy, and it is best consumed ... | |
| Wine brand names | 10/18/2010 |
| Q: I am the wine captain for a wine tasting dinner in 2 weeks and am working on a theme. I'm trying to ... A: This shouldn't be too hard, especially if you include Spanish and Italian wines as well--or if you ... | |
| 1958 Riserva Giacomo Borgogno & Figli Barolo | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: In an estate my room mate laid his hands on a bottle of Italian wine in perfect shape. It is a ... A: When it comes to wines this old, there are no guarantees. I would guess that it is probably past ... | |
| 6 bottles of wine | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: I found recently 6 bottles of wine on the flea market(ha-ha-what a place to buy a wine...),but it ... A: These are all wines that should not be aged further--in fact, I think they are a bit past their ... | |
| Use of a coaster/napkin and a fresh glass? | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: My father owns a successful bar and restaurant (4-5 Star) and we debate the following service ... A: Both of these depend, to a certain extent, on the image and style of the restaurant. But that said, ... | |
| Paul Masson wine carafe | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: Upon cleaning out my father-in-law's attic for a yard sale, I came upon a box full of wine carafes ... A: My parents used to use these around the house for decanters and water pitchers. They were produced ... | |
| korbel champagne | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1953 korbel champagne stored on its side whats it worth and where would I sell ... A: I have bad news for you. This wine was never intended to age this long, and is certainly well past ... | |
| Vintage 1937 Spain's Golden Cream Sherry | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of the above Sherry in a chrome bottle unopened and sealed that I purchased in St. ... A: Commercially produced Cream Sherries like this have never really become collectible the way some ... | |
| Value of wines | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: Could you tell me the value (and drinkability) of the following: 1. Port - Dow 1963 2. Robertson's ... A: These are some darned nice wines, and they should be of interest to wine collectors. Since I am ... | |
| LANZAREC PINOTAGE 1966 | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: I was given this bottle of wine from a deceased estate. What is its value ? A: I'm afraid that this wine is now past its prime. It might well have a bit of charm still left in ... | |
| Champagne | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: My daughter was given a bottle of Victoria Wine Brut Champagne 1983 for her christening in 1992 to ... A: It will not make you ill. It will have lost much of its fruit and charm...the bubbles will almost ... | |
| Drinking wine out of silver? | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: Paul: I have a couple of nice sterling silver goblets and I'm wondering if they'd be ok to drink ... A: The simple answer is yes. After all, Catholic churches have used silver chalices to serve wine for ... | |
| 1981 Prince Noir bordeaux Superieur | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of B&G 1981 Prince Noir bordeaux Superieur, i was wondering if it would be worth ... A: This one was never intended to age this long. It was a pleasant bottle for drinking maybe 25 years ... | |
| Casillero del Diablo - USA import | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know if anyone in the USA imports Casillero del Diablo Brut Chardonnay (sparkling). ... A: This is a Concha y Toro brand---which is widely distributed in the USA. But their individual ... | |
| Beaujolais-villages 1986 | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Beaujolais-villages dated 1986 with Vieux Du Tasse that we found in my mothers ... A: THe news isn't good. This wine was made to drink when it was young and fruity---about 30 years ago. ... | |
| Trying to identify a wine i liked | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: i'm usually not a big fan of red wines, most i've tried are too dry for my taste. However, at a ... A: This is a tough one, but I am going to give it a shot. IF the wine was brown, then it was oxidixed, ... | |
| 4ft. chianti bottle | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: I saw a person asking you what a 4ft. bottle of chianti is worth and you said they are standard and ... A: These were made by the thousands as marketing tools for restaurants. Any restaurant that carried ... | |
| Perrier-Jouet | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Perrier-Jouet 1975 (epernay France) that has never been opened. The bottle is ... A: Even the best Champagnes begin to show their age after 25 years, and this one is now well beyond ... | |
| Paul Masson Pinot Noir Vintage 1980 | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: A neighbor gave me a 375ml bottle of California Pinot Noir (Vintage 1980). It's an unusual looking ... A: I'm sorry to have to tell you that this one is almost certainly DOA. California Pinot Noir rarely ... | |
| older cabs | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: beringer 1-cs. 1984,/ George De La tour. private res. 1- case, 1978/ 1-case 1982 Also jordan 2 - ... A: The good news is that you don't turn wines as they age---only sparkling wine during the fermentation ... | |
| Martell Cordon Rubie Cognac | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: What is the value of a 750ml bottle of the above cognac? A: There's typo in yourRubis. It sells for around 100 Euros in France...but I haven't seen it for sale ... | |
| Pommery 1941 | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Pommery 1941, and was wondering if it might be of interest to a collector, and ... A: Even the very best Champagnes begin to show their age after 25 years or so, and this one is a lot ... | |
| 1959 Spoanish Burgurdy Red Tabl e Wine | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: Found a 1/3 gallon wicker netted bottle of 1959 St Francis wine. The label reads produced and ... A: This is an inexpensive wine probably made from a combination of grapes in central Spain--they might ... | |
| Mike Robbins / Spring Mountain | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: Is Mike Robbins still alive? and if so, do you know how to contact him? I'm an old friend from ... A: He is living in St. Helena still, but I understand that he has some health problems. I am sorry, ... | |
| 1933 marienthaler stiftsberg | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: I have recently acquired a bottle from the former home of Otto Reihs. Pictures of the label are ... A: Boy, they don't make wine labels like that any more, do they! Even with great storage conditions, a ... | |
| value | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: Angelo Papagni's "Ol Blue Eyes i have a bottle of this wine what is the value A: A very good question. I've seen these on ebay and Craigslist for very high prices....but I can't ... | |
| wine | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: Was given a bottle of 1976 Italian Red Chianti 3 liter in a 4 foot tall bottle...what can you tell ... A: These were marketing items developed by the various producers in Tuscany to promote their products ... | |
| Pieroth wine | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: My grandmother has a wine in her cupboard that she was given in the early nineties. We would like ... A: I don't have great news for you. The Pieroth wines are generally made to be drinkable when young, ... | |
| Cream Sherry | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: I bought a sealed bottle of Paul Masson Rare Cream Sherry Cuvee No. 001C at an estate sale. Is it ... A: It is almost certainly safe to drink--wine has high acidity and alcohol, both of which make it ... | |
| 1901 Rothschild | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: I am researching this for a friend who has a bottle of 1901 Rothschild wine. She is looking to sell ... A: This is a really tough one. The challenge is not just to determine whether this is a "true" bottle ... | |
| Geismann Epernay | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: We have a bottle of Brut 1937 my Father-inlaw brought back from the war is it worth anything? He had ... A: Sorry about this, but I'm afraid your bottle is way past its prime. Wines like this were never ... | |
| Cognac | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: Have a bottle of Adet Sewards cognac dated 1929 - what would you be able to tell me the approx value ... A: Distilled spirits like this are so high in alcohol that they really don't change much at all over ... | |
| 1991 world cup wines | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a pair of unopened 1991 world cup wines still in the original package i was wondering if ... A: Annivesary or commemorative bottlings like this usually don't appreciate much in value. People love ... | |
| Fratelli Cella | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: I recently found a bottle of Fratelli Cella Chianti Classico Vintage 1976. Is this bottle worth ... A: This was a nice wine when it was made, but it was never meant for aging this long It will have lost ... | |
| Dry Monopole Heidsieck &Co | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: I recevied a 37.5 cl bottle of chanpagne in 1981 while in Paris France. It is Dry Monoploe Heidsieck ... A: These smaller bottles age more quickly than the normal 750ml bottles, and so I am afraid this one is ... | |
| wine worth | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1974 Chateau Osiris Latour Blanche 1er Cru Classe Sauternes - is this worth ... A: This is one of my favorite chateaux in Sauternes...really lovely wines, and lovely people as well. ... | |
| Is this worth keeping? | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: We came into a golden bottle of Don Carlos Golden Cream Sherry, product of Spain. Produced nd ... A: Its' really hard to tell if this bottle is still good without opening it. Most wines this old would ... | |
| Quality of Tokaji Szamorodni | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 500ml bottle of Tokaji Szaraz Szamorodni (1992)--from Budapest and a 500ml bottle of Tokaji ... A: These wines have very high sugar levels, and also good acidity, both of which help protect wine as ... | |
| 1981 chateauneuf du pape - chateau des fines roches | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: Paul, Perhaps you might be able to help. I have posted this question to many people and forums and ... A: You are correct, the best Chateauneuf-du-Pape wines age quite well for twenty years or more...and ... | |
| Value | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of fine madeira wine that was bottled in 1935 in San Francisco. The label is in very ... A: That helps a lot. It is, indeed, real Madeira, and it should be lovely. You can forget about most ... | |
| Value | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of fine madeira wine that was bottled in 1935 in San Francisco. The label is in very ... A: This is an interesting question. My guess is that it isn't really Madeira from the island of ... | |
| old champagne | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: I want to know value of old pol roger extra dry champagne,it`s still unopened,just has no full ... A: Even the very best Champagnes are not really made to last more than twenty-five years, and this one ... | |
| food and wine pairing | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: I am attending a friend's 65th birthday party and plan to bring two bottles of 1976 German Reisling ... A: Well yes. Great vintage in Germany. I wish I were there to enjoy this with you! You don't mention ... | |
| 1973 Red Wine | 7/12/2010 |
| Q: The only problem is that I know nothing about wine, let alone what would be a good bottle of red ... A: This is a lovely idea---and a difficult year! I think it will be very hard to find a good wine from ... | |
| brandy evaluation | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: I have this really old 1/16 pint of J & F Martell cognac brandy unopened by the Browne Vinters ... A: Distilled spirits like this are so high in alcohol that they really don't change much in the bottle, ... | |
| 40 year old wine | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: I am looking for a birthday present for friends who recently turned 40. Is there a reasonably priced ... A: if you are looking for a wine that is exactly 40 years old, then you're looking for a vintage 1970 ... | |
| what is this wine | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: got some wine and dont know anything about it. heres some pics to help out. was made in certaldo ... A: This is an old bottle of Chianti--made primarily from the Sangiovese grape in the region of Tuscany ... | |
| Wine | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: What percentage of Americans normally drink a sweet wine? A: Lots of variables here, but let me give this a stab. About 40% of Americans drink wine. 40% don't ... | |
| 1947 Pol Roger & Co, champagne | 6/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Pol Roger %26 Co, dated 1947.Found out a few details regarding the year, it was ... A: This is a really interesting bottle, from a historical perspective. It was, indeed, Winston ... | |
| Wine Valuation | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: I have 1 bottle of La Marenca Barolo 1958 vintage. Imported by Ciborio Ltd, London. It's bottle is ... A: I am sorry., but this bottle is almost certainly too old to give much pleasure. Barolos are known ... | |
| Wines as a gift | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: I was looking at buying my grandfather, a big wine fan, an old bottle of wine to celebrate his ... A: This is a lovely idea, and a great question. You are right--wines from this vintage are really ... | |
| Soleral 1814 Rare Amoroso Cream Sherry | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of the above, bottle number 008669. The only words I can understand on the Spanish ... A: This should be lovely wine. The 1814 refers to the date the wine cellar started making this style ... | |
| Mumm Champagne Shelf life | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: I was in France two years ago and bought a couple of Mumm champagnes on a tour of the winery. I got ... A: Champagnes do not improve forever...and unless your storage conditions are really perfect, I would ... | |
| Two Wines from 80s | 5/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a Barton & Guestier Muscadet 1983 and a Saint-Emilion Chateau Beau-Sejour Becot 1986. I was ... A: The first wine is a lighter style white wine that is certainly past its prime now, and I don't think ... | |
| 1966 Chateu Lafite Rothschild (B&G) | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: My father purchased this bottle in 1966, just after my birth for $100.00. He kept it in a dark bar ... A: These bottles are really pushing the limit of old age, and I'm afraid that your storage conditions ... | |
| value of wine | 5/15/2010 |
| Q: Paul, i went on a trip to Napa Valley several years ago and recieved a bottle of 1999 Robert Mondavi ... A: Are you sure that PETER Mondavi signed the bottle? Because he and Robert were never on great terms ... | |
| Kayser Piesporter Michelsberg 1987,Zeller Schwarze Katz 1987,Liebfraumilch Glockenspiel Rheinhessen 1987. | 5/15/2010 |
| Q: I just purchased this wine in a collectable tin, was wondering if it is too old to drink. Thank ... A: It probably is too old to give you much pleasure. This was a light and fun wine when it was ... | |
| Pieroth wine | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1973 Pieroth Sandberger Backstube Beerenauslese and was wondering is it worth ... A: Pieroth wines usually don't appreciate in value much, because they are not sold on the open market. ... | |
| G.H Mumm extra dry champagne | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: My grandpa gave me a bottle of Ste Vinicole de champagne succ reims it's in Ml and everything I was ... A: Extra Dry Champagnes are not vintage dated, partly because they are a blend of vintages, and partly ... | |
| Monnet Cognac | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a vintage bottle of J.G. Monnet & Co. Cognac that belonged to my parents. I think it must be ... A: As you may have gathered from my answers to some similar questions, this bottle won't have ... | |
| Robert Mondavi 1978 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Imperial | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: My grandfather worked for Southern Wine & Spirits and bought this Imperial the year I was born. It ... A: As for retailers, it really depends on where you live. The best choice would be somewhere you ... | |
| Robert Mondavi 1978 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Imperial | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: My grandfather worked for Southern Wine & Spirits and bought this Imperial the year I was born. It ... A: This is pretty good wine from a pretty good year. And in the large bottle format, we can expect ... | |
| price quote | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: i was wondering how much would prices be for the following bottles? Chateau Leoville Poyferre 1971 ... A: Quite an assortment! Chateau Leoville Poyferre 1971--$150 CHAMBOLLE MUSIGNY 1961--$50 maybe, if ... | |
| Chateau D' Yguem 1953 | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: I have discovered this bottle of wine and would like to get an idea of its value and how to sell it. ... A: I think what you have is a bottle of Chateau d'Yquem, which is the world's most famous and expensive ... | |
| monterey cristal champane | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: i got a bottle of montery cristal champagne i received 10 years ago from foxwoods. in my gambling ... A: This is a bottle that Foxwoods buys uses for a private label. The wine isn't really anything ... | |
| What's the best drink date? | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of wine found at my Dad's house when we moved him in to a Senior Living arrangement: ... A: When wines age, they lose some of their fresh fruity qualities, but often gain softer texture and ... | |
| Pieroth 1976 siebeldinger konigsgarten | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: I have just come into ownership of 1 bottle of Pieroth 1976 siebeldinger konigsgarten ... A: German wine labels are really quite logical--although they require a bit of understanding. First ... | |
| comision brokers | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: tengo la posibilidad de hacer contacto con un importador de vinos en estados unidos. Necesito saber ... A: Hola Ignacio Si, debes tener un contrato. El porcentaje no es una cosa fija, pero suele ser entre ... | |
| Magnum | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: This is not a bottle it is bigger than a bottle in a green box and it came from Harrods. At the ... A: Your closet isn't the best place to store this one, as fine wine needs to be very cool... But this ... | |
| 1988 Rugby World Cup Wine | 4/13/2010 |
| Q: We have a bottle of the Peter Lehmann Shiraz Rugby World Cup 1988 Region: SA- Barossa Valley. I am ... A: These commemorative bottles are never really as valuable as people think. The wine inside is always ... | |
| $value and taste value | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a couple of bottles from a collection that have different shapes to the bottle. 1. 1999 ... A: Both of these wines were bottling to dring upon release, and will not have improved with age. In ... | |
| value of commemorative bottle | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: It is unopened and there are just a few small signs of wear on the label and the seal. The vintage ... A: I'm afraid this bottle won't have any real value to wine collectors. Scheurebe is a lesser grape ... | |
| wine and eating - the French way | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: I was recently advised that the 'French way' is to have a sip of wine first to whet the palate, then ... A: I think someone is pulling your leg. While there are some general differences between France and ... | |
| value/drinkability | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: When in the burgundy region of France in 2006 I purchased 3 bottles of Vosne-Romanee "Aux Reas" 2003 ... A: I hope you have stored this carefully, in a dark cool place. It's lovely wine, and should be ... | |
| whats it worth | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: i was given a 75cl bottle of L.Jaunay brut in 1992 which i have stored in the shed since then , is ... A: I am sorry to have to tell you that whatever the quality of this wine was when it was put in the ... | |
| Auction appraisal | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a gift box that contains a bottle of Almaden 80 proof brandy made in 1852 distilled from ... A: This brandy isn't from 1852. It's their Centennial Brandy, and was bottled to commemorate the ... | |
| vintage 1966 Siglo Spanish Chablis | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: My mother was given a bottle of 1966 Siglo Spanish Chablis. We were wondering if it was valuable in ... A: I am afraid that this one is well past its prime--in fact, it wouldn't even be legal to label a wine ... | |
| old wines | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: my name is antonio and i leave in sout of italy, recentely i fixed my father callar.. and on the ... A: Ciao, Antonio! The first wine is almost certainly much too old too drink--very tired flavors and no ... | |
| Remy Martin ect. | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of what seems to be very old Remy Martin cognac. I am not sure if it is drinkable, ... A: Distilled spirits like this don't change much over time, because the alcohol levels are so high. ... | |
| Question about 3 bottles of wine i have | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: ... First bottle is a 1970 OAKVALE Dry Red H.G BROWN $ SONS SELECTION Australian Second Bottle is ... A: THese were all pretty nice wines at one time, but they are all really pushing the envelope in terms ... | |
| Bolla - Bardolino | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: I received a bottle of Bolla Bardolino last evening and was looking at the bottle and discovered it ... A: This is a lighter style red wine that is usually best when it is consumed within about five years of ... | |
| Old Madeira Wine | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a wicker covered squat shaped bottle of Old Madeira Wine. it is Malmsey Solera 1920 sweet. H ... A: This is an unusual wine, and a hard question to answer. The simple answer would be that most wines ... | |
| Wine enthusiast who wants to go to next level | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: I'm a 44 year old Northern Californian who has enjoyed wine most of my adult life...but have gone ... A: The best program I know about in Northern California is the one at Napa Valley College. It's only ... | |
| rugby world cup 1991 | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: i received a bottle of bordeaux commemorating the rugby world cup 2001. i wonder if it is worth ... A: These commemorative bottles are never truly collectible--at least not with wine connoisseurs. You ... | |
| 1976 vega sicilia unico | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: My father in law came last week from spain and brought me this bottle. Told me that is special and ... A: Vega Sicilia is probably Spain's greatest producer of red wines, from the Ribera del Duero region, ... | |
| 1970 monopoles alfred rothschild | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of a 1970 Monopoles Alfred Rothschild Grand Vin Bordeaux. It says that it comes from ... A: This is a wine that was once quite good, but is almost certainly past its prime now. I wouldn't ... | |
| how much is my wine worth and should i keep it? | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: ...I have a 3L bottle of Marques de Caceres Rioja 2004 in a wooden presentation case....can you tell ... A: This is nice wine, and should be fine if you keep it for a few more years in a cool, dark place. ... | |
| Windsor Vinyards Bicentennial Zinfandel | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: Wagner, I found a set of three bottles of Windsor Vinyards Bicentennial Zinfandel in my father's ... A: These were nice wines when they were bottled, and would have improved for about the next ten years. ... | |
| price on port | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: i also have a bottle of port 1982 Inaugural year port Canberra raiders Saltram wines. Saltram Winery ... A: This one, too, may be a bit long in the tooth. I think it might actually be a bit livelier than the ... | |
| price on port | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: i have a bottle of tawny port its blend is of 1965/68/69 vintages, 100% shiraz. it was produced for ... A: Tawny ports, in general, are blended so that they are ready to drink when bottled. They do not ... | |
| wine value? | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a few bottles of wine and wanted to know what if any the value of them were. Ruffino ... A: These were all nice wines when they were released, but I think most experts would take the position ... | |
| non-alcohol wine | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: Paul Back in 2005 you answered someone here saying that there were no good non-alcohol wines on the ... A: Asti Spumante is a very low alcohol wine, and you might try that first. It's about 5.5%. I have a ... | |
| 2003 & 2004 Opus One - when to drink | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: When should I drink either one of these Opus One's? Also, what's the best way to store them? ... A: These are lovely wines, and should be tasty right now. But these are classic wines, and will ... | |
| Portugese Rose | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Mateus Rose' and a bottle of Pombal Rose' that look very old. We think they are ... A: These are not worth anything---rose wines are made to drink young: they are light and fruity, but ... | |
| Special edition Ferdinand Pieroth | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Sekt Pieroth Brut given to me circa 1985 which has a individual bottle no tag ... A: Pieroth wines are not known for their aging abilities. And since they are not sold in stores, they ... | |
| 1964 Siglo Wine | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1964 Siglo Wine. It says it was produced in Siglo Cellars in Fuenmayor. It says ... A: It's pretty tired by now. In those days, Spanish wineries used to age their wines in the winery ... | |
| 1998 Dom Perignon | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: A few years back,I purchased a bottle of 1998 Dom Perignon with the intention of my wife and I ... A: This is a great bottle of wine, and should be in great condition. The best Champagnes are capable ... | |
| birthday present | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: my sister was given 2 bottles of red wine & she was curious to see if they where worth any money but ... A: These are not really collectible wines--in the sense that they will have appreciated in value over ... | |
| food and wine paring | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: Can you please suggest some food pairings? I have 3 wines that have probably had decent controlled ... A: These are interesting wines. They are really top wines, but the first two are from very weak ... | |
| wine past its prime | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: I want to know how to judge whether a wine past its prime or not? Can the sediment be a clue? I ... A: The fact that your wine is showing some signs of sediment is no reason to conclude that it is over ... | |
| 1989 Mouton-Cadet | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1989 Mouton-Cadet Bordeaux Blanc Baron Philippe. I was wondering what it was worth? Thank ... A: This was never meant to be aged this long. Mouton Cadet is a wine from Bordeaux made to be drunk ... | |
| wine distributor commission | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I'm starting a wine distribution bussiness in Chile to export wine from Chile to the world. I'm ... A: A broker (in the USA) is someone who never buys wines, but serves as a representative between the ... | |
| wine distributor commission | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I'm starting a wine distribution bussiness in Chile to export wine from Chile to the world. I'm ... A: I think I understand youryou will start a company in Chile that will sell wine to importers in the ... | |
| champagne valuation | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: my mother in law has moved house and we've recently acquired 1 bottle of brut champagne, year 1937 ... A: Even the best Champagnes begin to show their age after about 25 years, and this one is a lot older ... | |
| Birth Year Wine | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I have been given a bottle of wine from my birth year as a kind gift. My question is whether to keep ... A: This is a lovely wine...a great old port from a reputable shipper. If it has been stored in a cool, ... | |
| wine | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: does wine makes humans fair to look? or which drink makes humans fair? A: There are lots of legends about the power of wine, but I am afraid they are only legends. Alcohol, ... | |
| a cabernet sauvignon | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon from 1992 that was bottled at the Mondavi Winery (Napa ... A: The 1992 Mondavi Cabernet is a lovely wine, that should be showing very well right now if it has ... | |
| 1966 siglo red wine | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: i found a bottle of vintage 1966 siglo fine spanish wine and i was wondering what the botle was ... A: This was a nice bottle of wine when it was released, but it was never meant to age this long. I am ... | |
| Château Beauséjour St. Emilion | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: Wagner, recently I got hold of a bottle of Château Beauséjour St. Emilion Premier Grand Cru Classé ... A: Wines this old are a real gamble. Even with perfect storage, most wines this old will be on their ... | |
| wine valuation | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: I have two cases of wine, a mouton rothchild 86 and a mouton rothchild 98. Both are in the original ... A: The '86 is currently selling for between $750 and $1000 a bottle, while the '98 might be about half ... | |
| Shiraz | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: Would a bottle of 1988 & 1991 Shiraz still be drinkable? A: It really depends on a couple of different variables. The first is the style and character of the ... | |
| Paul Masson | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a box replicating a two volume set of books containing one heart-shaped bottle each of Paul ... A: They are not valuable, but they are very tasty. These were the best wines Paul Masson made, and ... | |
| Bottle of Wine Value | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: I have several old bottles of wine... As an example would you know the value of this wine? 1971 ... A: This is a really good bottle of wine, but unless it has been stored in PERFECT conditions, it may ... | |
| Vintage Champagne / Automotive Theme | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: My sister has a bottle of champagne she picked up at a Monterey, CA vintage car show/race event in ... A: I don't have great news for you. This was never meant for long-term aging, and it is certainly past ... | |
| casual collector | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: I have the following wines can you tell me value and when they are past there prime? I want to drink ... A: Good question. I'd drink the Alluvium right away--it's probably already showing its age, but might ... | |
| Gautier Gognac | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a case of Gautier Cognac 200 ML 40% Alc./Vol Limoges Concorde SST bottles in their boxes. ... A: Gautier still bottles Cognac in these packages---they are for sale only in duty-free shops, usually ... | |
| Chateau Mouton Baron Phillips | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1970 Grand Cru Classe Pauillae also a bottle of olf fine Brandy. The Brandy is ... A: The tough part about dating brandies is that they are never made from a single vintage. That's ... | |
| Cruse 1970 Bordeaux | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Cruse&Fils Frieres Saint Julien Red Bordeaux, 1970. It is in a dark green glass ... A: This one is almost certainly past its prime. While the 1970 vintage was excellent, only the best ... | |
| champagne | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: Is dom perignon good mixed with OJ & vanilla ice cream, if so how much of each. Thank you A: Dom Perignon is a very expensive bottle of wine, and costs that much primarily because the winery ... | |
| Chateau Mouton Baron Phillips | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1970 Grand Cru Classe Pauillae also a bottle of olf fine Brandy. The Brandy is ... A: The brandy question is simple. Distilled spirits like this don't change much over time because the ... | |
| 1959 sauternes baron phillipe rothschild | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: if stored well is this still possible to drink A: This isn't one of the famous chateaux for Sauternes, but rather a negociant brand. With that in ... | |
| 1970 Rothchild | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: What is the current value of a properly stored 750ml bottle of Chateau Lafite-Rothchild 1970 ... A: YOu have a couple of options here. The first, and perhaps the easiest, is to find a local fine wine ... | |
| How much is it worth? | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Sichel 1967 Margaux Red Bordeaux wine. It's been stored in a cool, dark place. ... A: I am afraid that even with great storage, this wine may be past its prime. It's not one of the ... | |
| Laurent Perrier Champagne | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Laurent Perrier Champagne( Cuvree blanc de blancs 1975) labelled "to commemorate ... A: Even the best Champagnes start to show their age at 25 years, and this one is well past that date. ... | |
| R. Mondavi | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a magnum of Robert Mondavi. Cab 1979 vintage. Have had it well stored since I purchased it ... A: 1979 is not one of the vintages that has people excited these days---1978 was a better year. And I ... | |
| Appraisal for Ice Wine | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: Wagner, I am the owner of a bottle of ice wine which I have found out through researching the net, ... A: This is lovely stuff, and I hope you have stored in properly, in a very cool, dark, place. I ... | |
| how much is it worth | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: i have a bottle of cordon rouge champagne dated 1929 with a serial number 93125 and is not been ... A: Even the very best Champagnes don't last much more than about 25 years, and this one is almost ... | |
| CSW or CMS or WSET | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: I run a restaurant(don't own..just GM). I am 30 yrs old and love wine. I am considering taking the ... A: This is a very complicated question--even more so for me, because I have dear friends in all three ... | |
| Ernest & Julio Gallo Cabernet | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Ernest & Julio Gallo Limited Release 1980 Cabernet Sauvignon. I have searched on ... A: This was nice wine when it was released, but it is really getting a bit old by now. 1980 was not a ... | |
| Vintage Wine | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a very old bottle of burgundy that I cannot find out any information about and have been ... A: I am sorry to say that this is a relatively inexpensive wine that was never meant to age--it was ... | |
| Australian Grand Prix Port | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: My father has the whole collection of port from the start of the Australian Grand Prix in 1985 ... A: Each of these wines is lovely, but my experience is that collectors usually seek one of two of the ... | |
| Jean Leon and Mouton-Cadet | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1977 Jean Leon Cabernet Sauvignon, Penedes, bottle #027374. I also have a 1980 ... A: Neither of these wines will attract much attention on the auction market. They were both made to be ... | |
| Value, if any of a wine | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I have come across a bottle of 1973 Siglo Rioja Fine Spanish Red Wine. Cannot find much about it on ... A: Even the very best Riojas start to show their age after about twenty years, and this one is nearly ... | |
| 1974 bourdeax | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of "MISE EN BOUTEILLE AU CHATEAU, CHATEAU MAILLARD BORDEAUX 1974" red bordeaux wine, ... A: 1974 was not a great year in Bordeaux--the wines were kight and fruity, but not great for long term ... | |
| what is this bottle worth? | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Laithwaites champagne, it has a silver label, Reserve de vignerons, brut, premier ... A: It's probably fine. It's a non-vintage Brut Champagne, and those should certainly live for a few ... | |
| Heat affects to wine | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: A client's home had undergone some construction and during the process the temperature in the home ... A: This is a complicated question, and there are no simple ways to answer it. The first step is to ... | |
| Amarone Classico 1997 Bolla | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: Before opening, I thought it wise to know/understand the value of a bottle of Amarone Classico 1997 ... A: You have some nice friends! This is lovely stuff, and should be drinking really well right about ... | |
| Amarone Classico 1997 Bolla | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: Before opening, I thought it wise to know/understand the value of a bottle of Amarone Classico 1997 ... A: This wine originally sold for about $50-60 when it was released, and is probably worth double that ... | |
| hennessy vsop reserve | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 cases of cognac hennessy vsop reserve. bought in 1943. I would like to know, apart from a ... A: Distilled spirits like this are so high in alcohol that they don't change much over time in the ... | |
| Paul Masson Rare Cream Sherry | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: We are trying to find more information on a bottle of Paul Masson Rare Cream Sheery (cuvee no 301C ... A: This is a little bit of an anomaly. The wine is wonderful: rich, sweet, and very complex. But ... | |
| cognac gautier | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a cognac carafe 750ml reserve Imperial selection du Bi-centenaire de la maison gautier ... A: I am sorry that you have had to wait so long for an answer from me on this one. I was ready to ... | |
| Can't Find Info on a Bottle of Cognac | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I have inherited a bottle of cognac, and I have been trying to learn more about it. I have not been ... A: La Maison is French for "the House." IN this case it's simply a term for the classic house style of ... | |
| Wine Shop | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I have been a wine distributor for over two years with the largest distributor in southeast Michigan ... A: I think you are crazy, but what do I know? The hardest part of running a wine shop has nothing to ... | |
| 1959 Portuguese White Wine | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I have an unopened, corked bottle of 1959 Portuguese White Wine made by Royal Vinicola's. It is ... A: There isn't much good news about this one. This is a wine that was made to drink within a couple of ... | |
| Chateau LaSalle | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: I am looking for an old wine named Chateau LaSalle made by Christian Brothers. I know they no ... A: I know this wine well--as I once worked for the Christian Brothers winery many years ago. They brand ... | |
| Are these wines still good? | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: I inherited a few bottles of wine from a friends' grandfather... Masson Vineyards - Cabernet ... A: I don't have great news for you. The twop Masson wines were really never meant to be aged this ... | |
| 5 liter bottle of Bolla | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: Value of 5 Liter bottle of Bolla Amarone wine and is it still drinkable? I received it in 1992. ... A: This is an interesting bottle of wine. Bolla doesn't get a lot of credit for their Ammarones, but ... | |
| Viability of 1974 California Petit Sirah's | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: I have about a half dozen 1974 California Petit Sirahs from various makers throughout the state, ... A: Joel I waited to answer until I could get back in the office, to send you the information about a ... | |
| Wine Gevrey-Chambertin | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: I have two 1982 Gevrey-Chambertin, Réserve du Vigneron, Claude Dugat. Is this Wine still drinkable? ... A: These might still have some charm and interest, if you have stored them in a cool, dark place. 1982 ... | |
| porto hppores 1912 | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: i have an unopened bottle of porto hooper's withthe label intact but slightlydamaged from poor ... A: The first part of your question is simple, I think. I haven't heard of any counterfeit bottles of ... | |
| yago wine | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Yago wine Spanish Rose wine 1969 bottled by Monsieur Henri ltd in New York. It ... A: The first thing you need to know is that Rose wine is never intended to age--it's made that way to ... | |
| old bottle of wine | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: I am hoping that you could help us out. We would like to know if there is any value to an old ... A: I am sorry to be the bearer of sad news, but this wine was never meant to age this long. These were ... | |
| Charles Heidsieck Reims Champagne 1926 | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: Paul, My 99 year old grandfather has an un-opend bottle of: Charles Heidsieck Reims Champagne, ... A: I am sad to say that this wine is well past its prime, and won't have any value to a connoissseur or ... | |
| G.H. Mumm Extra Dry Champagne | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: I see Questions about these Champagnes, and have a Mumm Extra Dry, Bottle # 061850039, with no Date ... A: This is a somewhat sweeter style wine, and not made for aging. Because of that, these don't ... | |
| perrier-Jouet Epernay Extra 1928 | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: I have a case of 12 bottles of the above champagne that was given to my Dad years ago, still in ... A: I am sad to say that this wine is well past its prime, and won't have any value to a connoissseur or ... | |
| Paul Masson Rare Souzao Port Cuvee 701s | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: I found a heart shaped bottle of Paul Masson Rare Souzao Port Cuvee No. 701s ( 4/5 quart 20% ... A: This is a little bit strange--because the wine is wonderful: rich, sweet, and very complex. But ... | |
| GOLDEN CREAM SHERRY | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE A BOTTLE OF GOLDEN CREAM SHERRY SOLERA 1918 FROM JIMENEZ GONZALEZ HNOS SHIPPED AND ... A: The solera system is a way of making sherry that blends vintages together---your wine isn't from ... | |
| Vintage Port Wine. | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: My daughter has a bottle of Vintage Port Wine 1945. Bottled in 1947, shipped by Morgan Brothers LD ... A: This is not a wine from a famous shipper, but it is from a great vintage. I would estimate its ... | |
| 1949 Champagne | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: We have a bottle of 1949 "Louis Royer Ay Champagne" -- does this have any value? A: I am sad to say that this wine is well past its prime, and won't have any value to a connoissseur or ... | |
| old bottle of champagne | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of "reserve baron philippe de rothschild" 1973 it is in a black box with clear ... A: I am sorry to have to tell you that this bottle was never intended to age this long, and is now ... | |
| popped wine corks | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: A couple of years ago I build a additional wine cellar in my garage in order to expand my wine ... A: The real damage here isn't from temperature--yes, that's what pushed the corks. But the real damage ... | |
| Could you please advice? | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: I am so ignorant about wines and have a bottle of: appellation Chateauneuf-du-Pape ... A: This is a nice wine--I used to represent this company years ago-and it should be ready to drink ... | |
| Champagne | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of PIERRE MIGNON 1995,with the photo of Ex President of France, Jacques Chirac;I ... A: This might have more value to someone who is a big Chirac fan, but the wine itself may not be quite ... | |
| Prager Port | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: I have two bottles left of Prager 1984 Royal Escort Port (I believe won gold that year). Bottles ... A: These wines might still have plenty of life in them, but they haven't really become collectors ... | |
| Valuation & shelf life | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 liter bottle of Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1990 Pauillac (Bordeaux Red Wine) Can you tell ... A: The value of these older Bordeaux are really up in the air right now, with some of the older ... | |
| Rare Cream Sherry | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: I was inquiring about the value of a bottle of Paul Masson Rare Cream Sherry-Heart Shaped Burgundy ... A: This is lovely wine, but it isn't as old as you think it is. This was made in the 1970's and 1980's ... | |
| cognac | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: I will repeat my question. I have received ,as a gift,a bottle of Bisquit Dubouche & Co. cognac.The ... A: I'm afraid that you haven't given me quite enough information to give you a definitive answer on ... | |
| becoming a wine distributor | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: i would like your help in finding out what is needed to become a wine distributor in the USA my ... A: This is a very complicated question. First of all, you must understand the three-tier system of ... | |
| cognac | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: I'm waiting for a reply to my Nov. 5Th question. A: I am sorry, but I never recieved your question. I have not only checked back through my emails, but ... | |
| The tears of Christ on Vesuvius, 1970 | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: Paul, A friend recently found an old bottle of Italian wine from a restaurant that went out of ... A: You are correct, this one is far past its prime now. But the wine has a nice history. It has been ... | |
| Williams & Humbert Sherry ,hand made bottle with no Lable | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: i am writing from jamaica my dad just opend up a old bottle of Williams & Humbert Sherry with no ... A: No, you didn't make a mistake. These wines can be quite lovely, but they just don't get the prices ... | |
| old wine bottle found | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: H Paul, I recently obtained an old bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon, Proprietors Reserve, dated 1988 ... A: I am sorry, but this wine was never intended to age for such a long time. Despite the "Reserve" on ... | |
| Value of Dom Pierrion Vintage Wine | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1990 Vintage Cuvee Dom Perigrion champagne that is still in the original box with ... A: I think the wine is actually Dom Perignon, no? IF so, it is one of the world's great Champagnes, ... | |
| red wine valuation | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1986 cotes de bergerac, just wondered if it has any financial value? A: These wines can be quite nice, but they are not known for long term aging. IN fact, I would guess ... | |
| Drink or sell | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: I have some 50/60 year old B&B Benedictine x2 (with lead seals),a Rouyer Cognac x1,a Anisette Verte ... A: The high proof liquors won't have changed much in the bottle--they are so high in alcohol that they ... | |
| wine through the ages | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to establish the wine of the year for 1930's, 40's 50's 60's 70's 80's, 90's and 2000. ... A: I am not sure what you mean by "the wine of the year." While some publications sometimes announce ... | |
| Old Port | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: I was given a bottle of Harveys Old Tawny Hunting Port it is a black and white label with a picture ... A: This was really meant to be drunk when it was bottled, but Tawny Ports are quite high in both ... | |
| importing | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: was curious if you could help me with this question. I am thinking about going into wine importing. ... A: This is a hugely complicated question. I won't really answer it, so much as add more questions to ... | |
| are these wines worth anything | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: i came across 2 old bottles of wine 1 is in a green bottle and says mark depose Greek wine on a ... A: These are both wines that were originally made for relatively early drinking--within a few years of ... | |
| Jimenez Gonzales Hnos Sherry | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: I assume the same ananlysis (50$) would be true for a 1918 bottle of golden creme sherry with 50 ... A: With wines this old, the storage conditions and fill levels really come into play, but yes, I think ... | |
| 1985 Moet & Chandon - Dom Perignon | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of a 1985 Dom Perignon, and i read that it has a drink date of 1990 to 2005, I ... A: This is not a situation where the wine suddenly becomes undrinkable. This bottle still might be ... | |
| Dom Perignon Champagne 1985 | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Dom Perignon Champagne (Epernay) 1985, the bottle is not marked "Vintage" I would ... A: Your bottle is a vintage dated bottle--when a Champagne house puts the year of the harvest on the ... | |
| Wine Distributor | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: I am interested in becoming a wine distributor in Washington state and really don't have any idea ... A: It's a major undertaking, that's for sure. THe first step is that you will have to apply for a ... | |
| Flavors in Wine | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: Paul - many reviews of different Cabernet's read " with wild strawberry and toasty caramel aromas" ... A: This is a great question, and really gets to the heart of the problem with a lot of wine writing! ... | |
| 1976 vintage Perrier and Jouet Champagne | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: I found a bottle of this in my granfather's basement. What would the value be? A: I am afraid that even the best Champagnes start to show their age after twenty years or so...and ... | |
| wine bottle | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: I own a bottle of VINO TOSCANO DANTE wine in a 3 liter long neck bottle which stands 45 inches tall. ... A: You are right to question the drinkability of this bottle. These tall bottles were made as ... | |
| Der Lachs Original Danziger Goldwasser | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: Twelve years ago on our 50th Anniversary, our daughter brought us a partially used bottle of Der ... A: Here is some info from their website: Sometimes only gold will do: "Der Lachs" - Original Danziger ... | |
| Pierre jouet champagne | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: I own one of the millineum jerabo (sp?) hand painted in gold Pierre Jouet bottles-my bottle is ... A: I was involved in the initial marketing campaign for these bottles! The cost in 2000 was $2000, and ... | |
| apraising this whiskey | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of unopened bottle of Old Granddad whiskey , made in 1917 not bottled until 1932 ... A: Distilled spirits like this are so high in alcohol that they don't change much in the bottle. The ... | |
| Champagne | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Dom Perignon Vintage 1988.It says Cuvee Dom Perignon Vintage 1988. It's been in ... A: THis is a great wine, but it is getting on in years. If it has been stored in a cool, dark place, ... | |
| Old Wine | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of wine my late Grandfather had and am now curious about its origin. The labels ... A: I am sorry, but this wine isn't really a keeper. It was intended to be drunk within ten years of ... | |
| TALL WINE BOTTLE | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE A TALL WINE BOTTLE WITH THE WINE IN IT, THE LABEL READS CASTELLO BRAND -IMPORTED FROM ITALY ... A: It is tough to put a value on these bottles. They were produced in huge numbers by various wine ... | |
| MARTEAU Crown Reserve | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: "I have a bottle of MARTEAU Crown Reserve Bordeaux Blanc. 1962 / And a bottle of MARTEAU Crown ... A: I am afraid I have sad news for you--these wines were never made this long, and they are well past ... | |
| wine names | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: would you kindly suggest some wines that have english names or history,about twenty of them.thanks. A: There certainly many wine names with an English connections. In Europe you will find: Grahams ... | |
| Penfolds bin 389 cab shiraz | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Penfolds bin 389 cab shiraz Vintage 1998 and was wondering what it would ... A: This was a nice wine when released, but it really wasn't meant to age this long. Has it been stored ... | |
| Paul Masson | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: I recently received a bottle of Paul Masson rare cream sherry. How much is it worth? A: This is a little bit strange--because the wine is wonderful: rich, sweet, and very complex. But ... | |
| 6 foot chianti bottle of wine | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you know of a 6 foot chianti bottle of wine that is at least 20 years old. I ... A: It is tough to put a value on these bottles. They were produced in huge numbers by various wine ... | |
| How to's of Wine Distribution | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: In addendum to Danna's question of how to successfully distribute wine, where does one gain access ... A: To be a distributor, you need to be licensed in the state in which you are doing business, so you ... | |
| vintage wine value | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: I have one bottle of 1964 Brilliante with "Bodegas Billainas Haro" on the lead cap seal. The label ... A: This is an old-style white wine from the Rioja region of Spain. I am afraid that it is well past ... | |
| Old bottle of sherry collectable? | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: i have been clearing out my kitchen and come across an old bottle of sherry i was gifted by a ... A: this might be quite a tasty bottle of wine, but I don't think it would have a high value at auction. ... | |
| online oenology courses/california | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: Is there a Vesta - like online course available here in California? I need direction. Thanks for ... A: There is no on-line oenology course that I know of--UC Davis has asked me to help them create a ... | |
| re: Value if any on Bottle of Wine | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: My next door neighbor was a wine distributor in the 70's and I was fortunate enough to receive ... A: I don't have great news for you. This was a nice enough wine when it was released, but it was never ... | |
| Florida winebroker | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: I have been a wine broker in the past under a company. I am interested in being a distributor/broker ... A: To import and distribute wine in Florida, someone will need to legally import the wine into the ... | |
| champagne | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: My husband has been given a bottle of champagne as a gift and we are wondering if it has any ... A: This was not a wine made for long term aging. There is no connection to Lafite Rothschild, this is ... | |
| is this wine still good | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: i have many old bottles of wine that have been bought or given to me over the last 10 or so years. ... A: Sorry for the delay--I was traveling with VInitaly USA, the big Italian wine trade tasting! This ... | |
| Old bottle of St. Michel Aperitif | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: I have in my cellar what seems to be a very old bottle of Aperitif and I would like to know if it ... A: This is an aperitif wine from the Loire Valley in France, nadde from the Chenin Blanc grape. It is ... | |
| Champagne and Wine | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: I have come upon three bottles of presumably old champagne, these include: An undated Paul Masson ... A: These were all pleasant wines when they were released, but never intended for long term aging. By ... | |
| value champagne | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: I wanted to know the value of a bottle of Champagne Charles Heidsieck 1937 reserva a la Wehrmacht. ... A: A\I am sorry, but as a wine, this has no value. It was made to be drunk at least fifty years ago, ... | |
| bolla valpolicella wine 1985 | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: I was just bdgiven a bottle of Bolla Valpolicella wine, bottled in Italy. The label says vendemmia ... A: This was a nice wine when it was bottled, but Valpolicella is a lighter style red wine that is meant ... | |
| Importing Wine | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for information regarding importing Italian wine to the US using an ... A: one way or the other, you will need an importer or import license to get your wine into the USA. ... | |
| Chianti bottle | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: are they still made today, where would I be able to buy them either new or old, and what is the ... A: Those tall Chianti bottles, often wrapped with raffia around the bottom, were never intended for ... | |
| Sandeman Port | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: I was given a bottle of Sandeman Partners Finest Old Port as a gift back in 1981. It seems to be ... A: George Sandeman is a friend of mine, and I have worked with the brand for years in the past. I've ... | |
| 1974 Pontet-Latour | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: Looking for information on a bottle of 1974 Pontet-Latour Bordeaux Red Wine Good? A: Not good. Sorry. The name manages to combine two, much more famous chateaux: Pontet Canet, and ... | |
| 1994 pinot noir - vincon vracea | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: is this a good wine and is it drinkable NOW A: Romania has made some good wines over the years, but Pinot Noir is one of the toughest of all to ... | |
| Red Wine | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I have been given an 1988 150cl bottle of French red wine and wondered if it is likely to be any ... A: This could be an interesting wine. Cahors is a wine region near Bordeaux where the traditional ... | |
| red wine | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: Mr. Wagner. I have a few bottles of Chateauneuf du pape Cruse. Please tell me value and ... A: Chateauneuf du Pape is a red wine from the Rhone River valley of France, based on a collection of ... | |
| wines | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: I have three bottles I would like information and value on. 1) Ambassador Wines, 1988 Burg Layer ... A: These are all a bit long in the tooth by now. They were never really meant to be saved this long, ... | |
| cognac | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: i have a remy martin 250 year anniversity bottle 1724-1974, limited production bouteille # 5626 ... A: I am afraid that I don't drink or collect Cognac, but thank you for offering! I think your best bet ... | |
| white burgundy | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: I am asking this time about the 2 burgundys that i talked about in previous emails. As mentioned, ... A: Bear in mind that these are two wines that both source fruit from larger areas. I don't think anyone ... | |
| Cresta Blanca Winery crates | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: Wagner! I am not sure if I am asking this in the right category, if so please forgive me! :) We ... A: I had one of those crates as well--and built it into the interior of my sailboat! Cresta Blanca ... | |
| Is this Chateau Lafite Rothschild drinkable? | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: I was recently given this 1970 bottle of Chateau Lafite Rothschild and was wondering if it is still ... A: You could certainly take this to a restaurant--they sure won't have a bottle of this on the list! ... | |
| Is this Chateau Lafite Rothschild drinkable? | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: I was recently given this 1970 bottle of Chateau Lafite Rothschild and was wondering if it is still ... A: It all depends on the storage conditions. This is a great wine, and if it was stored properly, it ... | |
| kenwood | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of kenwood cab 1983 Sonoma valley, I was thinking about opening it, is it the right ... A: 1983 isn't a great year, so this wine should really be opened in the next couple of years. The ... | |
| Old wine | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: I have two bottles of wine one is from 1959 Spanish burgundy red table wine produced and bottled in ... A: Sadly, these wines were never meant to be aged for 40 years or more. They were well made table ... | |
| Champagne shelf life | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: I work in the wine department of a mass merchandise grocery retailer. The department has a small ... A: There are three great enemies of wine as it ages: heat, light, and oxygen. In your case, two of ... | |
| Champagne value | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a boxed bottle of Pommery Vintage Brut Millesime Brut Vintage 1987. Additionally it was ... A: The additional labeling on this bottle doesn't really increase its value--fans of the Tour aren't ... | |
| 1st vs 5th growths and collections | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: I am confused about what exactly the 1st growth (bordeaux) is and waht it stands for. I've read the ... A: This is a GREAT bunch of questions--and I'll do my best to answer them all. in 1855, the wines of ... | |
| German Wine ??? | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: My parents are cleaning out there liquor cabinet and I have 'won' the unwanted bottles! ... A: This is a special wine made for the holidays--and never intended to age beyond a year or so. I am ... | |
| Has my wine lost all of it's value? | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1987 bottle of marilyn merlot. it was stored improperly and the cork dried out. when it ... A: As wine, this bottle has lost any value it had when the cork dried out and the bottle started ... | |
| Champagne | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I have been generously donated a bottle of Moët & Chandon Champagne - Cuvée Dom Pérignon Vintage ... A: This is a wonderful bottle of wine, and I concur with the estimate of its value. It is now ... | |
| about wine... | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: Is it right to smell wine before drinking? If yes...what is the rationale behind it? Thank you A: yes, that is true. Most of what we describe in our sense of taste comes from what we smell, and so ... | |
| champagne | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of bollinger grande annee 1982 75cl nm 2433 362 is on the bottle, it was given to me ... A: This wine was released in about 1986, which is when I think you probably received it. It is now ... | |
| kopke port | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I found a bottle of kopke port, in a war shelter. It is still in an intact box ( cardboard) and ... A: This is not a famous brand of port, and from what you describe, it is also not vintage dated. With ... | |
| 1971 wine | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: could you please tell me if the following wine is of any value? Monopoles Alfred Rothschild Grand ... A: This was a lovely wine in 1973, but it is certainly well past its prime now. It will tired and old, ... | |
| 2004 St. Emilion | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: When will the minor chateaux of St. Emilion 2004 be ready to drink? A: Depending on the chateaux, I think most of these wines will be drinking well in the near ... | |
| 1974 Wolf Blass Longhorne shiraz | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: I have 3 bottles of the 1974 Wolf Blass Longhorne Creek - Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz, ... A: This is pretty good wine, but it is also really pushing the edges of age by now. WHile I think you ... | |
| Wine found in cupboard | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: Can you please tell me about a bottle of wine I found in dusty cupboard after the death of my ... A: This is a slightly sweet sparkling wine (not from the Champagne region, but from the Loire) that was ... | |
| champagne valuation | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: Can you value 3 bottles of champagne for us please, Perrier Jouet Belle Epoque 1988 in green ... A: These are all lovely wines, but they are getting a bit on in years. If they have been stored in ... | |
| 1991 v. Sattui Cab Mario Reserve-save or drink | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of V. SATTUI Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Mario's Reserve Stock 1991 that I have ... A: So when is your anniversary? It's a nice bottle of wine, and should last a few more years, anyway. ... | |
| Dulva 1970 port | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: I have been told that 1970 is a really good year and i am looking to sell these now due to financial ... A: YOu are right, 1970 was a great year for Vintage Port. But Dulva is not a famous producer, and that ... | |
| Dry Don Sherry | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: We have one opened and one unopened bottle of Dry Don Sherry that have "FOR U.S. FORCES ONLY" at the ... A: This is a product that is made by Sandeman--one of the great old brands in the business. It's a ... | |
| wine value | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: langenlonsheimer sonnenborn, it is a Kabinett.Nahe and was produced and bottled in Germany. It is ... A: The Pieroth wines are not sold in the open market, and as a result, they don't have much value ... | |
| value of found wine | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: I've acquired an eleven ounce bottle of unopened 1942 Sirvase Muy Frio. Produced and bottled by ... A: this is a relic from a bygone era--back when wineries labeled their wines with the names of other ... | |
| 1986 Falcon Crest Chardenny | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: How much would this bottle be worth today and where would I be able to sell it? Thank You Cathy A: Sadly, this wine was never meant to age this long. It is tired, faded, and won't have any value on ... | |
| Vintage Madeira | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: I was recently given a bottle of Henriques and Henriques Madeira Selected Malmsey (Grand ... A: Henriques and Henriques is the best known producer in Madeira and makes some lovey wines. And ... | |
| Wine price | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: What is the value of a 5 liter bottle of Chinati classico riserva Melini 1969 ? A: These wines were generally not made for such long term aging, and I worry that this wine is well ... | |
| Wine bottle Dimensions | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: the answer you gave came very close to what I also found myself in research. But i still need ... A: There are different dimensions depending on the style of the bottle. Here is a link to a bottle ... | |
| valuation on wine | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: could you please tell me if the following wines are of any value? 1994 santa cristina 12.5%vol ... A: Bolla is the producer here. And while they are not famous for their Amarone, it is quite good wine. ... | |
| valuation on wine | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: could you please tell me if the following wines are of any value? 1994 santa cristina 12.5%vol ... A: The Santa Cristina is an inexpensive wine from Antinori in Tuscany and may not be worth much, but ... | |
| Moet 1971 Dry Imperial | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: I recently acquired a half bottle of the above from an elderly neighbor. He passed on recently and I ... A: You are right to be concerned. This bottle was never made to age, but to drink within a few years ... | |
| Flavored wine | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: Were can I find info on "Haight Ashberry Herbal Quencher"? It is a flavored Wine Product by Thick ... A: This is an odd one. The only reference I can find to this flavor is not a beverage, but a kind of ... | |
| italia marchio nazionale | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: i have a bottle of red wine in a 4.5 foot bottle of a fish with a long mouth. the label around the ... A: This kind of bottle was created by the winery as a merchandising sample for display in restaurants. ... | |
| Bordeaux | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Bordeaux Montroussant from 1981. bottled by A.de Luze & Fils. nr. 096059 Can you ... A: This is not a famous chateau---nor is it a classified growth. And 1981 was a good year, but not a ... | |
| Effects from drinking wine. | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: I am going to attend a music festival.If I drank one whole bottle of wine,what effect would this ... A: Wine is about 13-14% alcohol by volume, so if you drank a full bottle of wine it would have the same ... | |
| Wines worth Keeping? | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: Was wondering if any of the following wines were worth keeping/drinking and if not drinkable, do ... A: I would break these wines into two categories: 1. Drink right now because they aren't getting any ... | |
| Question on wine from Slovenia | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: so that I could try and purchase some more. I took a photo of the bottle, but it has not come out ... A: I can't read the whole name in your photo...but yes, the brand name is the name across the top of ... | |
| Question on wine from Slovenia | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: so that I could try and purchase some more. I took a photo of the bottle, but it has not come out ... A: This is a wine from the Istrian region of Slovenian--the region just south of Trieste on the ... | |
| Paul Masson Cuvee No 001c | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 unopened bottles of Paul Masson wine in a bookcase container. One of them is Paul Masson ... A: This is lovely stuff, and it should still be in fine condition. Masson never dated these wines, ... | |
| Stradivari liquor | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: My auntie recently found a 35 year old bottle of Stradivari liquor by the Cinzano Co. in her ... A: In general, distilled sprits and liqueurs like this don't improve with age in the bottle the way ... | |
| about a bottle of wine in 1971 | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: I was given a bottle of Grand Vin of Chateau latour 1971 what is it worth? A: This is a great wine, from a good vintage, and at auction I have seen these bottles sell for between ... | |
| 1988 Sassicaia | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: I have read that the oft-heralded 1988 Sassicaia is in decline. I have a bottle that I'm planning to ... A: As wines age, they lose some of their initial bright fruit, but gain in complexity. The texture ... | |
| Portugese wine | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: We recently got a present of a box of Portuguese wine,lying on its side with a real cork and not a ... A: I think the wine should be fine. Natural corks last up to twenty-five years, so the cork isn't a ... | |
| vandermeulen-decannierre | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: My grand father is J.VANDERMEULEN from Ostende I live now in Palma de Mallorca Spain and would like ... A: These days, the competition in the marketplace is quite fierce. In fact, there are more than 60,000 ... | |
| Russian Rose Champagne | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: I was given for my wedding a Russian Rosé Champagne in 1990. Never opened and it was stored for most ... A: Russian sparkling wines are a whole different world from the French. They are generally much ... | |
| old bottle of champagne | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of champagne given to my parents on their wedding day in 1947. Wondering if it is ... A: I am sorry to say that this wine was never meant for long-term aging. Even the best sparkling wines ... | |
| Dom Perignon and Piper Champagne value | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a house 10 years ago. There was a lot of wine in the basement and I have since consumed ... A: Sorry for the delay. A full-sized bottle of bubbly is 24.7 fluid ounces, or just about what it says ... | |
| Dom Perignon and Piper Champagne value | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a house 10 years ago. There was a lot of wine in the basement and I have since consumed ... A: Both of these wines are pretty old--even the best Champagnes start showing their age after 25 years, ... | |
| Chateau De Rouffiac (France) | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a question about this wine. It is unopened year 1970 and was given as a gift. I have ... A: I don't think that the label will help. The real question is the storage of the bottle...and the ... | |
| Brookside winery | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: In the mid to late 1960's while stationed in San Diego I enjoyed Black Velvet from Brookside winery. ... A: I don't think Beatrice Foods is interested in the wine business...but thanks for the kind words. ... | |
| Chateau De Rouffiac (France) | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a question about this wine. It is unopened year 1970 and was given as a gift. I have ... A: You may be looking in all the wrong places. This is a small chateau in St. Emilion that is not ... | |
| Wine value | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: my dad and I have been cleaning out his wine cabinet and have come across a few bottles of port. He ... A: These may not have been stored in ideal conditions, but they are probably still pretty nice wines. ... | |
| 1939 GH Mumm & Co Champagne | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: Please let me know if this bottle from my dead mother's cupboard is worth anything...mom put masking ... A: I am sorry, but this wine was never intended to age this long. Even great Champagnes stored in ... | |
| Chateau Duhart Milon Rothschild 1981 Paulllac | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: Is this wine drinkable anymore? If it is, what's the value of this wine per bottle? A: This is a nice wine from a nice vintage, but it really is getting on in years. Unless it has been ... | |
| Wine Value | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: Looking for value on the 2 following Wines 1. 1971 Chateau-haut-brion dordeaux wine -monseur henry ... A: This is one of the questions that is quite complicated. The wines are good--the first is a great ... | |
| rare cream sherry | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: was wondering if iys still good and could it be wort some money thank you lloyd A: This is lovely stuff, and it should still be in fine condition. Masson never dated these wines, ... | |
| Chianti in a genie bottle? | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: My husband recently found a unique bottle of Gori Gori Chianti while cleaning out a deceased ... A: I am afraid I don't have good news for you. These bottles were made by the thousands as display ... | |
| Wines found with no bottling date | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: Paul, I recently aquired some wines my parents found in their home, stored in a cool/place, could ... A: This is a real range of wines! First of all, the good news. The Cream Sherry is probably in great ... | |
| Paul Masson Rare Souzao Port | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: I have been given a bottle of Paul Masson Rare Souzao Port with the label Cuvee 301S. I was ... A: This is lovely stuff, and it should still be in fine condition. Masson never dated these wines, ... | |
| Estimated value of a bottle of wine | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: I recently acquired a bottle of 1989 Cabernet Sauvignon, KENWOOD Artist Series to add to my ... A: This is a pretty nice bottle of wine, and if it has been stored properly, I would estimate its value ... | |
| liquor called "spirits" | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: Why is Liquor called spirits? Where did this derive from? A: I had dinner tonight with two Master Sommeliers, one Master of WIne, and and editor of Bon Appetit ... | |
| estimate | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: Mr.Wagner I have a bottle of Cuvee Dom Parignon 1969 I've had it in my basement since 1969 I don't ... A: This is a terrific wine, but it is now much older than it should be. YOu probably received it in ... | |
| Vintage Sherry 1823 | 5/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a very old bottle of Sherry it is dated 1823, the bottle is in good condition and the seal on ... A: Sherry isn't usually vintage dated--instead, sherry producers usually list the year in which their ... | |
| Dubonnet Wine | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering what the approximate value of the Dubonnet wine i have is? It is 19% alcohol by ... A: Dubonnet is not a wine that is made for aging...it's flavored wine with alcohol added. It still ... | |
| Old bottle of der Lachs Goldwasser 500ml | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: I found an old, unopened bottle of Der Lachs Original Danzinger Goldwasser Liqueur (500ml), but ... A: Without a photo, I can't really date this very well, but I can tell you that I have seen older ... | |
| Magnum Wine Bottle Dimensions | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for exact dimensions on Magnum wine bottles 1.5 Liter, need base diameter and overall ... A: I am sorry to have to tell you that there are a lot of different bottle shapes, all called magnum. ... | |
| 1959 clos de la roche | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: I have aquired a few bottles from a collector of a 1959 Emil Chandesais Clos de la Roche as well as ... A: Well...the 59 Clos de la Roche might still be alive. It is a stunning wine from a great vintage, ... | |
| Question on a bottle of Wine | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: We now own a house that was my wife's grandmothers, found a bottle of Chianti bottled by Bardi from ... A: I don't have great news for you. This wine was never made to live this long, and it probably ... | |
| 1953 Louis Roederer champagne. | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Louis Roederer champagne 1953 which was introduced to commemorate queen ... A: This was a lovely wine once upon a time, but unfortunately its best days are long past. Because of ... | |
| annata barolo wine | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: i found a bottle of annata barolo 1974 wine. Would it still be good to drink and is it worth ... A: Unfortunately this wine's best days were over long ago, and because of that it wouldn't have any ... | |
| paul masson sherry | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: Wagner I have a bottle of Paul Masson Rare Cream Sherry cuvee no 901 c. The font of the 1 is ... A: These are nice wines, but they haven't appreciated in value much. Paul Masson made too much of this ... | |
| Champagne shelf life | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial 1995 vintage champagne, which was given to us in ... A: This answer depends, to a huge extent, on the shelf itself! VIntage Champagne will last at least a ... | |
| tokaji wine | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 bottles of Tokaji wine : one is Tokaji Szamorodni sweet wine from 1959, the other one is ... A: Sadly, these wines were made during the very grim years of the Soviet domination of Hungary, and the ... | |
| Sugar contents of wine | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: What is the amount of sugar in wines? Does beer have more sugar content than wine? A: This is a tough one because it depends on the wine. Dry wines have almost no sugar---literally less ... | |
| Cognac storage | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: This is a follow up to a question you answered in 2006 on cognac storage which I found very useful. ... A: The best way to store any distilled spirit is in a bottle that seals the liquid into the bottle--and ... | |
| brookside wines | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: hello my mom and I have been looking for any wine for sale or any wine like brookside winery I saw ... A: I understand your pain! Sadly, Brookside is no more, and the wines that they made are no longer ... | |
| how much is my bottle worth | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: ANSWER: HI Matthew That's a bit high for this wine. There is plenty of this for sale in the USA ... A: but I don't buy bottles--and it would be hard for me to do so from the USA. But if you are ... | |
| Importing wine from France | 4/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a friend going to France this month and would like to have him ship me some wine. What are ... A: The regulations are somewhat complicated. If he is simply bringing the wine with him, then he can ... | |
| Paul Masson Rare Cream Sherry | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: I have two bottles of Paul Masson California Rare Cream Sherry Cuvee No. 002C, They are in original ... A: I can tell you a bit about these--I used to have some of this same wine mayself. The good news is ... | |
| how much is my bottle worth | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: hi i have a bottle of chateau-figeac saint emilion premier grand cru classe st emilion 1982 some one ... A: That's a bit high for this wine. There is plenty of this for sale in the USA for about $250 a ... | |
| rothschild vsop extra fine brandy | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: We have had this unopened bottle of Rothschild brandy for about thirty years, I can not find out ... A: Ho JoAnne This is pretty nice brand--and should be in fine shape. But distilled products like this ... | |
| old wiene | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: Hallo a sent this email from Belgium i have in mij Kelder a bottel of Chateau margaux Grand Cru ... A: There are two problems with a bottle this old. The first one is that if it hasn't been stored ... | |
| Old bottle of wine... | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a very old bottle of California Burgundy, though I'm not really sure of its age. It has a ... A: This might be of interest to a museum, but not to a wine collector--it is many, many years past its ... | |
| which food to have with wine | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: I never had the dessert wine: Peller Estates Icewine/oak aged. What is the best food to have along ... A: The secret to matching food with dessert wines is to find something that has a similar balance in ... | |
| wine value | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: I have two unopened cases of 1999 Mouton Rothschild which have been stored in my cellar. What would ... A: The recent auction prices for this wine have been between about $200 and $250 a bottle--a nice step ... | |
| Wine tasting | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: My name is Ashleigh, and I am writing to you in regards to a paper I am writing for school--I hope ... A: This is a fun question! 1. OF course you can learn to be a professional wine taster. I teach ... | |
| value of wine. | 3/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a red sparkling wine it is called the Pearl of Azerbaijan it was made by the State Committee ... A: Azerbaijan is not known for making wines that are either collectible or age-worthy, so I am afraid I ... | |
| When to drink the following wines? | 3/27/2009 |
| Q: When should I drink the following two wines? La Demoiselle de Sociando-Mallet Haut-Medoc 2000 and ... A: These wines are all showing well right now. I would drink the two 2000's in the next year or two, ... | |
| Will this wine be good? | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: I bought this wine in Italy in 2003 that I have been saving to drink for something special. ... A: This is a pretty good wine, made with the idea that you could age it for a while. If your storage ... | |
| Wine Distribution | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know step by step how to become a wine broker or distributor. Any help would be ... A: Here is a portion of one of the chapters of my book that gives a pretty good outline: IMPORTING ... | |
| sour wine | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: i have been making my own wine and a batch has gone sour. can you tell me why? and is there a way ... A: If it is actually sour, with aceto-bacteria that makes it taste like vinegar, then it really is too ... | |
| Is my bottle worth anything? | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: We are sorry, but David Ling wasn't able to answer yourMy wife and I found a bottle in the cabinet ... A: Fun! One of my friends is a consultant to the wine industry of Moldavia, so I was able to ask him ... | |
| can you help me out with some wine i found? | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: i just found some old wine from Romania. i have 2 bottles that say Cabernet from 1964 and 1924, 1 ... A: For a number of reasons, Romanian wines have not made a mark in the world of wine collectors. The ... | |
| cresta blanca | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: i have a full bottle of 1909 port cresta blanca---livermore california----could be 1906-bonded ... A: Cresta Blanca winery was, indeed, in Livermore at the turn of the century. And it is now the site ... | |
| Mirafiore Chianti 1974 | 3/21/2009 |
| Q: This question is a follow-up to William's on 6-24-08. I have similar wine with a 1974 date, but the ... A: THis wine is probably well past its prime. 1974 was not a great year in Chianti, and the wines of ... | |
| Signed wine bottles | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: I have two bottles of Tercos Malbec 2005 from Mendoza Argentinia signed and dated 6/2/08 by the wine ... A: I just spoke to the importer of this winery yesterday! Sorry to tell you, the signed bottles don't ... | |
| 1960 wines | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: my siblings and I are getting ready to celebrate our parents' 50th anniversary next summer and I ... A: I have good news and bad news. The bad news is that 1960 was not a great year in Bordeaux--in fact, ... | |
| Rare Cream Sherry | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle from my now deceased mother of Paul Masson Rare Cream Sherry with a Cuvee No. of 80 ... A: These are actually quite nice wines. You may find it a little less sweet than before, because the ... | |
| wine import | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: I would like to start importing wine from Bulgaria but I don't know what to do. Could you please ... A: You will first need an importers license, which you get from the TTB (tax and trade bureau--a ... | |
| distribution | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: I would like to become a wine distributor. I live in spain and have found a very good french wine, ... A: YOu will need to check with the national government in Spain about import regulations, and you will ... | |
| Paul Masson Rose | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a gallon of Paul Masson Rare Premium California Rose from 1969, it was stored in a cool ... A: I am sorry to have to tell you that virtually all the rose in the world is made not to age, but to ... | |
| Champagne valuation | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: I have in my possession one only, 'Half' bottle of "Bollinger Extra Brut" vintage 1959, still in ... A: Even great Champagnes rarely last more than 25 years, and this one is much older than that. Sorry ... | |
| Cognac | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: Years ago a friend received a bottle of Cognac. On the box it came in which looks like a book it ... A: Distilled spirits like this don't improve with age in the bottle--their alcohol level is way too ... | |
| 1987 Cabernet Sauvignon | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: 2 things....1 approx value of 1987 cabernet sauvigon by Benziger of Glen Ellen 2nd...so I hold on ... A: This is not a collectible wine--it may still be in fine condition, depending on storage--but it ... | |
| restaurant serving of wine, | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: Today in a local restaurant my friend and I ordered wine, hers $12 per glass and mine$8. We both ... A: You are right about this one. Most restaurants figure that a glass of wine is somewhere between 4 ... | |
| Jules Duret | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: I recently received a bottle of Jules Duret cognac from a friend. It is packaged in a wood box lined ... A: This is a bottling that was ordered for and created by Sam's Warehouse in Chicago. While it is a ... | |
| burgandy wine | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1994 Mommessin Pommard. It has been cellered in a wine refrigerator since I received it as ... A: This is a pretty classy wine, and if it has been stored properly, as you say, it should still have ... | |
| Pieroth 1975 szigetvar-Inselburger | 2/27/2009 |
| Q: Yesterday I was given the mentioned wine as a gift. I have no idea what it is but it seems from ... A: Pieroth wines are not sold through normal distribution channels, they are only sold through consumer ... | |
| Bor Forras | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: My husband will only drink a 'sweeter' wine, although not a desert wine. I have been buying him Bor ... A: This is an unusual wine, and that's why Pieroth makes it. There are very few sweet red wines on the ... | |
| George Washington bust bottle of wine | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of wine of George Washington by Vino Rosso it is 1776-1976 bottle. Could you tell ... A: The wine isn't worth anything, sadly. It was never meant to age, and it is pretty much DOA. But you ... | |
| champagne for birthday | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: What champagne would you recommend to accompany a lovely white cake layered with whipped cream and ... A: This is a great question--and one that doesn't get asked often enough! Your food is very sweet and ... | |
| Wine cooler | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: Hope all is well. I was thinking about starting to collect and age wine. I would like to purchase a ... A: The fridge isn't for getting your wine to the perfect temperature for service--it's for long-term ... | |
| how much is my bottle of wine worth | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: We possess a bottle of Chianti, a larger fish swallowing a smaller fish, It has never been ... A: These are display bottles that were made for restaurants, and the wine inside wasn't actually very ... | |
| valuations | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: I have three bottles of older wines which may be valuable enough that I'd rather sell them than ... A: These are interesting wines, and as a wine connoisseur, I have to admit that I am imtrigued by all ... | |
| Chateau La Salle Blanc White Table Wine | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: Live in Texas and can not find this wine anymore. Would like to know where to purchase. Have tried ... A: Chateau La Salle is now owned by Constellation Wines US, and they have a brand locator that will ... | |
| Career Change into Wine Sales Question | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: .. I'm considering a career change into the wine industry. I'm CA based and ideally would like to ... A: What you are describing is working as a wine broker. ( A distributor takes ownership of the wine ... | |
| Where to buy a good wine | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: I am new about tasting and enjoying wines. Very often I read reviews about good wines but when I try ... A: The challenge here is that most of the wines in that price category are made in pretty small ... | |
| champagne | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Brut, Baron Philippe de Rothschild cuvee It says "produce of France on it. It ... A: I am sorry to say that this was a nice wine at one point, but it is well past its prime. This was a ... | |
| Moet & Chandon Dry Imperial 1962 | 2/8/2009 |
| Q: i dont know if you will be able to give me ay advice on this but anything will be helpful , i have a ... A: This was a wine that was never intended for long term aging. It is a fruitier, fresh style of ... | |
| Wine value | 2/7/2009 |
| Q: How can I find the value of a 1980 bottle of Chateau Lafite Rothshild? Thans A: 1980 was not a great year in Bordeaux--the wines are relatively light but well balanced. This one ... | |
| wine authenticity | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: Having opened a 375ml bottle of 1989 Yquem the question of authenticity was raised due to the light ... A: This is almost impossible for me to answer on-line without seeing the bottle or tasting the wine. ... | |
| Wine Price?? | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: I got your info online and thought I would ask you a question. I am trying to find the value of a ... A: Wow! How did you happen to fall onto this bottle? This is a really tough one--and your only real ... | |
| 1959 chateau margaux | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: The 1959 Ch. Margaux (the bottle with a very high shoulder fill and seepage Thanks A: These old bottles are a real crap shoot. This might still be wonderful, but it all depends on luck ... | |
| very old martell | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: i have a bottle of martell from the first world war with no percentage on it can you tell me if it ... A: This may be of historical value, but distilled products like this don't improve (or get worse) with ... | |
| How to tell if you're drinking a high quality wine? | 2/2/2009 |
| Q: I was recently out and heard someone talking about how to differentiate a high quality wine from one ... A: This is an old rule that comes from Europe, where many regions have trouble getting the grapes fully ... | |
| 50 yr old champagne | 1/31/2009 |
| Q: We inherited a bottle of PIPER-HEIDSIECK PIPER BRUT CHAMPAGNE with 1959 on the label. I'm not much ... A: This is almost certainly well past its prime. Even the best Champagnes don't usually last more than ... | |
| 1959 Chateau Latour | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: When I was born, my father invested in a case of 1959 Chateau Latour. Over the years, we opened 11 ... A: This is a great, great wine, but it is absolutely approaching the point where it will start to fade, ... | |
| grandjo | 1/24/2009 |
| Q: I have had this bottle for years. It was made in 1964 and I believe it was for the president of the ... A: It sounds like quite a bottle! And I don't doubt that it was a rare reserve when it was made...but ... | |
| champagne valuation | 1/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a salamanazar bottle of brut imperial moet and chandon champagne. I live in the uk and would ... A: I don't know the laws in the UK that refer to consumer sales of alcohol. I know that auction houses ... | |
| what is my wine worth | 1/23/2009 |
| Q: I have recently inherrited several wines and was trying to find the value of them. There is one that ... A: This is a really interestingw wine. 1971 was one of the greatest vintages in history in the Rhein, ... | |
| grandjo | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: I have had this bottle for years. It was made in 1964 and I believe it was for the president of the ... A: Grandjo is a rather amazing dessert wine made in Portugal by the Real Compania Velha, primarily from ... | |
| Roche Lacour Blanc de Blancs 1999 brut | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: which i have just found in a cupboard in our dining room, whether i should bin it, drink it, sell it ... A: This wine wasn't made for long term aging, and ten years is probably a bit longer than it will ... | |
| Found some wine in the basement | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: I've only recently begun to enjoy wines, and don't know much about vineyards and vintages. I found ... A: you are right about the larger bottles. They weren't bad wines, per se, but they were never meant ... | |
| 1978 Tytell Chateauneuf-Du-Pape | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: On cleaning out my late parent's home, I found two bottles of Tytell Europa Selected ... A: This is not one of the big name producers in Chateauneuf, so these won't have a huge value on the ... | |
| wine | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: how long will modern wine last A: This depends on the type of wine and the winemaker's style. Most current bottlings of white wines ... | |
| are these wines still good??? | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: A friend of mine has been erratically collecting wines for many and he would say "let's split a case ... A: This is one of those rare questions where I can really give an optimistic answer. While many of ... | |
| valuation | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: i have come acrossed a bottle of 1989 CHATEAU MARIOTTE Bordeaux superieur, in my grand parents house ... A: This was not a wine made for long term aging, and as such it is probably a bit over the hill: tired ... | |
| Falcon Crest Wine | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: I own 2 bottles of "Falcon Crest" Napa Valley Cab Sau "marriage" prod & bottled by Spring Mtn BW ... A: These wines haven't aged well, and collector's have been pretty leery of them. They won't have any ... | |
| cognac value | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: After seeing the value of Louis XIII (overrated), I've been searching for the value of other bottles ... A: I've only seen a couple of bottles of the Reserve du Prince at auction...and they seem to sell for ... | |
| Krug Clos du Mesnil 1990 | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you would be so kind as to furnish me with a little information. I currently have ... A: Tha6t's a great question. To keep in line with other top Champagnes, Krug has really jumped the ... | |
| Krug Clos du Mesnil 1990 | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you would be so kind as to furnish me with a little information. I currently have ... A: This is an absolutely great bottle of wine...and if you have, indeed, stored it perfectly then it ... | |
| wine years | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: What are the best years for wines? Especially reds. A: This really depends on what region. Since the quality of the grapes depends to a huge degree on the ... | |
| Christian Brothers Chateau La Salle Blanc | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: I found your fo;;owing response to Colleen and I am interested in locating the "Chateau la Salle ... A: This wine is in national distribution, so your local retailer should be able to order it for you. ... | |
| 1976 Dom Perignon | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: I have 4 unopened bottles of 1976 Cuvee Dom Perignon.This purchase was made in Italy many years ago ... A: This is great wine---but these bottles are now quite old for Champagne. Even the best Champagnes ... | |
| Export and Distributing Wine In China | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: I am an American with a few years experience in China and I'm looking to start importing and ... A: To import wine into China, you will need a local agent--and that is probably the most difficult and ... | |
| Value of vintage Madeira | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: We recently opened a leaking bottle labeled "Madeira Wine very fine Malmsey" vintage 1900, ... A: Nice to hear from you again! Madeira does improve with age---try to keep the bottles cool and ... | |
| SO SLEEPY | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why does wine make you sleepy? Thanks A: Two reasons: 1. Wine has about 12-14% alcohol in it, and alcohol is a serious depressant. 2. ... | |
| mead wine | 1/4/2009 |
| Q: I recently made a batch of mead wine. From the carboy,I poured the wine into a couple of containers. ... A: My guess is that you got some aceto-bacteria in there, and it turned some of the alcohol into ... | |
| Champagne Valulation | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: I live in Toronto Canada and have tried to determine the valuation of a Moet et Chandon bottle of ... A: You might find someone who would pay for more it, but this wine is for sale in the US right now at a ... | |
| Crystals found in the champagne | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: Last evening we found what looked like brown sugar crystals at the bottom of the champagne bottle. ... A: These are tartrate crystals, also called wine diamonds. They occur naturally in the wine as the ... | |
| was this 1963 wine bad? | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: My father in law, for Christmas dinner, opened up a few bottles from his collection which all were ... A: Let's get one thing straight, right away. Nobody can or should tell you what to like. Only you can ... | |
| age of champagne | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: I have 2 bottles of Perrier-Jouet Cuvee Belle Epoque that I have received as gifts in the past. One ... A: Unless these have been stored in perfect conditions--very cool and dark---they are probably already ... | |
| european wines | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: They are as follows: Pieroth Erpolzheimer Rosenbuhl, 1983 white Kabinett grape wine ... A: These are pretty obscure wines, and while they won't hurt you, they are both certainly well past ... | |
| old bottle of Brut | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Chandon Napa Valley Brut sparkling wine that is about 29 yrs. old. It is still ... A: This was never a wine intended for long term aging, and I am afraid that you will find your bottle ... | |
| German wine mystery | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: I hope you can help me with this little mystery. I recently discovered a bottle of white sparkling ... A: Pieroth wines are not sold in stores--only at "tupperware" style parties in private homes. They are ... | |
| Value of vintage Madeira | 12/27/2008 |
| Q: We recently opened a leaking bottle labeled "Madeira Wine very fine Malmsey" vintage 1900, ... A: You have now learned about a wonderful wine--the acidity and alcohol in Madeira gives it the ... | |
| Wine Valuation | 12/26/2008 |
| Q: I am 15 years old, and have recently discovered a bottle of wine in my garage which I was given as a ... A: If your wine has been stored in the garage, it has probably been much warmer than 65 degrees, and ... | |
| celebrating divorce | 12/25/2008 |
| Q: I have a botte of beringer white-zin 1995, korbel brut rose & korbel extra dry (appox. 1995) from my ... A: Sorry, but these wines aren't in any better condition than your marriage...sigh. They were all made ... | |
| Vintage Onion Wine Bottle Unopened | 12/23/2008 |
| Q: I have a vintage onion shaped wine bottle that is Unopened. A friends uncle found this bottle while ... A: This is far beyond my expertise---and certainly can't be answered via the internet. What I can tell ... | |
| magnum J.Garcia cab/sav 2001 | 12/23/2008 |
| Q: by clos du bois geyserville ca.sanoma co. worth anything A: This wasn't really a hot item for wine connoisseurs. You might get a rock and roll fan to pay more ... | |
| Moet & Chandon 2002 Magnum Cuvee | 12/22/2008 |
| Q: I found this old bottle in my cellar some weeks ago and am considering opening it on New Year. I ... A: This is pretty nice stuff, and it should be drinking really nicely right now. If it were mine, I ... | |
| 1959 La Mission Haut Brion | 12/22/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1959 La Mission Haut Brion in excellent condition with a verifiable provenance that I would ... A: That's is exactly the problem with having only one bottle. You could try an online auction at ... | |
| CHAMPAGNE VALUATION | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: I was given a bottle of champagne by a client in 1990, approximately, and I've always saved it for a ... A: This was a nice bottle of wine, but it was really meant to be drunk before now. It won't hurt you, ... | |
| Wine value? | 12/20/2008 |
| Q: I have unearthed a 1982 Wolf Blass "Black Label" Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz - is it of any value, or ... A: This wine isn't known as a really long-lived wine, but it still might have a little life in it. It ... | |
| Smith Havt Lafitte 1972 | 12/20/2008 |
| Q: I have been given this wine and would like to know more about it,Value, Quality, is it ... A: Smith Haut Lafitte is a pretty good wine from Pessac-Leognan, a region known for making elegant, ... | |
| Christian Brothers Napa Rosa | 12/20/2008 |
| Q: Do they still make this wine? A: The Christian Brothers haven't been in the wine industry for a long time. They sold the brand to ... | |
| US wine availability in Mexico | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: I live in Merida in the Yucatan in the winter and Oregon in the summer and can only find 3 US sold ... A: A lot of countries provide some kind of economic assistance to wineries interested in exporting ... | |
| US wine availability in Mexico | 12/18/2008 |
| Q: I live in Merida in the Yucatan in the winter and Oregon in the summer and can only find 3 US sold ... A: American wines, in general, are priced to be competitive in the US market. When they are shipped ... | |
| Italian Wine | 12/18/2008 |
| Q: I found a recipe for pizza dough on the Food Network web site that calls for Fiano Di Avellino wine. ... A: I would go with a white wine that has high acidity---that's a little different from most of the ... | |
| Andre Cold Duck champagne | 12/18/2008 |
| Q: I recently purchased an entire case of aformentioned,it tasted terribly not fresh.(I bought this ... A: It doesn't matter how old this bottling is. If the wine quality isn't good, the retailer should ... | |
| Bulbs for Old Italian Wine Bottle/Lamp | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: I have two old green glass globe Italian wine bottle lamps from an uncle circa late 1960s. We used ... A: The bottles are a version of the classic Chianti "fiasco," which is Italian for "flask." These are ... | |
| Champagne valuation | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: I would like to know the approx value in ireland of a bottle of dom perignon champagne vintage 1980 A: Dom Perignon is one of the best known Champagnes in the world, and the value is pretty constant ... | |
| Barbaresco Wine | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: I loved a 2004 Barbaresco (Terre di bo)in a restaurant but could only fine same wine but 2005. I ... A: Ha! You have a case of it, so you get to follow it a bit as it ages. I would open one bottle over ... | |
| Barbaresco Wine | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: I loved a 2004 Barbaresco (Terre di bo)in a restaurant but could only fine same wine but 2005. I ... A: Actually, most people consider 2005 a better year than 2004. Your wine may need a little more time ... | |
| 1949 Rheinhessen Liebfraumilch | 12/13/2008 |
| Q: I found this in a cellar recently. I was wondering if it may still be good or spoiled. Does it have ... A: I have some bad news for you. This wine was never meant to age more than a year or two--and ... | |
| tokaji szamorodni | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: What is the correct enunciation of this wine? Also, I have a bottle of 1967 Tokaji Szamorodni Dry ... A: I always pronouce it toe-kye. But I know that in Hungary it is pronouced toe-koi. The ... | |
| Sichel and Fils Freres 1924 | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: We have a vintage bottle of Sichel and Fils Freres St Estephe Bordeaux 1924. It's been stored on ... A: This one is almost certainly dead. The best wines of 1924 would really be showing their age, and ... | |
| Korbel Champagne Inquiry | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: I own a full bottle (12 liter size!) of Korbel's Millennium cuvee in it's original case with ... A: Korbell isn't really very collectible, so this wine won't have a really high value. I am guessing ... | |
| Wine with chocolate rum dessert | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: Can't figure out what wine (if any) to serve with the following recipe. I found a wonderful burnt ... A: This is a tough one, because you have the very dark chocolate, and the cinnamon, and the rum. I ... | |
| starting a retail wine store | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: i live on the eastern end of long island, new york and i am interested in investing in a discount ... A: For a lot of reasons, this is a lousy time to open a new business! However, here are my thoughts: ... | |
| Wine | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Villa Mt. Eden Pinot Noir from 1995. It's been in the basement (on its side), so ... A: This should be very nice by now. It may be showing a bit of age, with some faded fruit and softer ... | |
| wine bottle | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: I just purchased a wine bottle made in Italy. The bottle is about 40 inches tall. There is another ... A: These are old Chianti bottles that were made for display in restaurants. The companies made many ... | |
| What to do with an 83 Dom Perignon | 12/5/2008 |
| Q: my mother has a 750ml bottle of 1983 Moet & Chandon Cuvee Dom Perignon. It is still sealed in it's ... A: Wines this old need better storage conditions---they need to be in a cool, dark cellar. 70 degrees ... | |
| WINE VALUE | 12/5/2008 |
| Q: I AM QUITE THE INFANT IN THIS SUBJECT. I AM TRYING TO FIND OUT THE VALUE OF A FEW BOTTLES OF WINE : ... A: These are quite famous wines...but the vintages are now almost certainly past their prime. Unless ... | |
| SO HAPPY | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why does alcohol make us happy? P.S would you ... A: THis is a much more complicated question than you might imagine. Alcohol does seem to reduce our ... | |
| Opened Cognac | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: I opened a bottle of Remy Martin VSOP champagne cognac tonight and unfortunately the cork ... A: Yes, you can use a decanter--that's exactly what they are for! And you can also use a wine cork to ... | |
| Paul Masson Rare Dry Sherry Cuvee no 401D | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: I have a heart shaped bottle of Paul Masson Rare Dry Sherry 401D that has never been opened as well ... A: This is nice stuff--I had a couple of bottles myself! It isn't really of any value to collectors, ... | |
| Any worth saving...better yet enjoying? | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: I came by the following wines and don't know enough about wines to see if any are still good or very ... A: First of all, none of these wines will hurt you. The alcohol and acid levels in wine are high ... | |
| Import/Export | 12/2/2008 |
| Q: Mr. Wagner- Thank you for your time. I am an American, living half the year in New Zealand and ... A: This is really two questions---selling wine in the US is one thing, and selling it in China is ... | |
| Chianti | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1987 Chianti, Cantine di Montelonti. It is a 5L bottle still sealed. Is it still ... A: This isn't a wine I would age forever, but the big bottle format should be fine--if you kept it cool ... | |
| vintage Krug 1979 champagne | 11/27/2008 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Krug (1979 vintage) that was purchased from the Chicago Wine Company about 1991. ... A: This is a difficult one. This wine is nearing the danger zone in terms of age, and so you have ... | |
| Age of a port | 11/26/2008 |
| Q: I have a heart shape bottle of Paul Masson "Rare Souzao Port" with a cuvee no. 301S. Is there any ... A: There is no real way to date this bottle, because this was a non-vintage, blended product. They ... | |
| Dom Perignon bottle of 1953 | 11/26/2008 |
| Q: I am looking everywhere to find a bottle of Dom Perignon champagne of 1953, but no luck so far. Can ... A: Nope--I can't! My wife was born in 1953, and I know the vintage well...but there are no Champagnes ... | |
| food and wine | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: I just want to know what will go best with california champagne brut andre. Thank you A: Andre is a relatively sweeter sparkling wine, so I would pair it with lighter foods. Salted nuts, ... | |
| Wine still drinkable | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2003 Ravenswood Vinters Blend Zinfandel that I would like to serve with Thanksgiving ... A: If this wine has been stored in a cool, dark, quiet place it should be just fine to drink. The ... | |
| Brolio Chianti Classico Vintage 1978 | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: I was told that this wine may be worth investigating for current value. Brolio Chianti ... A: The 1978 vintage in Chianti Classico is now showing its age, and most of these wines are now past ... | |
| Wines in the house | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: Am helping an old friend decide whether to drink or ditch the following, your advice as to their ... A: I think you know a lot about wine--because you have certainly asked the right question. Some of ... | |
| Wine Question | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: Paul - I have a wine question that my father and I have been wondering about for years now. My ... A: Mouton Cadet is an inexpensive wine that is part of the brand family of Mouton Rothschild--but ... | |
| Value inquiry | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I have recently recipient of a Korbel 12-liter Millennium Commemorative bottle # 0405 and I am ... A: This is not really a wine collector's wine--Korbel makes good bubbly, but it is not in the same ... | |
| the value of a Pio Cesare | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I recently came across a 1996 bottle of Barbera d' Alba, Pio Cesare. Is it worth anything or should ... A: This is a really classy producer, but this isn't one of the longer-lived wines they make. Barbera ... | |
| wine | 11/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1969 Pommard Mommessin Red Still Burgundy Wine. I would like to know if it can ... A: It won't hurt you--wine has enough alcohol and acidity to prevent any real pathogens from growing in ... | |
| A. deLuze & Fils Bordeaux | 11/16/2008 |
| Q: Could you tell me the approximate value (if any) of my bottle of Bordeaux dated 1964? The Label ... A: 1964 was not a great year in Bordeaux, and this Claret was never meant for such long term aging. It ... | |
| sparkling wine | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: value of 1953 bottle of Monopoles Alfred Rothschild A: I am sorry to have to tell you that this bottle is almost certainly dead--well past its prime. Even ... | |
| Wine Drinking Time Tables | 10/22/2008 |
| Q: Is there a web site you recommend to help me determine prime drinking ages for various wines in my ... A: There isn't really a site that will tell you this--and there are three really important reasons one ... | |
| old bottles | 10/16/2008 |
| Q: i recently found a rack of wine that i had forgotten. they include 1976 mondavi cabernet reserves, ... A: First let's talk about the wines themselves. The Mondavi and Heitz are pretty well-known wines, and ... | |
| Tokaji | 10/15/2008 |
| Q: I was given a bottle of Tokaji Szamorodni Szaraz/Dry 1988. The foil seal is broken but the cork ... A: This is an older wine, from the time before the Iron Curtain fell, and those were not widely known ... | |
| Is this wine still good to drink | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Orlando Jacobs Creek Claret Shiraz caberbet malbec 1988, my husband receive. Is ... A: I am going to answer this question in two ways. 1. Yes, this wine is safe to drink. The ... | |
| Italian Wine | 10/7/2008 |
| Q: I have a 4 ft green bubbled bottle of Italian wine. It has Marchio Nazionale on the label, it also ... A: This is a disply bottle, not really meant for consumption. The winery created it for the restaurant ... | |
| 1961 | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: 1958 warres port and a1964 haut brion and would be grateful for information on storage ... A: These are among the greatest wines of the world, and if they have been stored properly, they are ... | |
| Price of vintage bottle vintage Hennessy cognac | 10/5/2008 |
| Q: We are trying to settle my Grandmother's estate and we need to know the value of a bottle of ... A: Distilled spirits like this have such high alcohol levels that they don't change much over time. ... | |
| One of Cognac and one of Sauternes | 10/5/2008 |
| Q: We have come across an opened Monnrt Cognac, 100 Annniversaire, I have tasted it and it is vey mild ... A: The Cognac is nice stuff, and it won't get any worse---the alcohol level is so high that distilled ... | |
| Cordon Rourge Champagne, G.H.MUMM & CO., Reims 1952 | 10/3/2008 |
| Q: I'm looking for a bottle of 1952 Cordon Rouge Champgne Brut(Contents 1 Quart, 1 Pint, Fluid ... A: Sadly, you won't find much of this anywhere---for a number of reasons. The first one is that Cordon ... | |
| Korbel brandy | 10/3/2008 |
| Q: I won a bottle of Krobel Brandy ine 1982 and it has been in a violin case...which it came in, since ... A: Distilled spirits like this have such high alcohol levels that they don't change much over time. ... | |
| Noise, Wine, Vibration, Spoilage | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: Just wondering more no the question that someone asked with regards to vibrations and noise. I am an ... A: Terrific question. Vibration is a danger to wine, because it can disturb sediment in the bottle, ... | |
| Wine Valuation | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: My friend has a bottle of Carlos III wine by Pedro Domecq that was bottled in 1787. What is this ... A: Carlos III is a brandy, not a wine, and this bottle wasn't bottled in 1787--that's when the company ... | |
| Wine Value | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1961 A. de Luze & Fils Petit Chablis. The label also has Appellation Controlee on ... A: This was once a nice wine, but it was never intended to age for more than about ten or fifteen ... | |
| D Day wine | 9/15/2008 |
| Q: (D day. The bottle has the 50th anniverary etc printed on it, also he has a bottle of calvados in a ... A: These aren't that rare, and they won't have much value with wine connoisseurs. Most of these ... | |
| Wine Value | 9/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a 5L bottle of mouton cadet bordeaux 1991, what is it worth? Thank you A: This is a complicated one. Mouton Cadet was never made to be a wine the should be aged for the long ... | |
| wine corks | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: What does it mean, or indicate, when the red wine cork is saturated? A: It can mean a couple of things...of course if the cork is very old, it can get saturated over time. ... | |
| Wine pricing and distributors | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: Paul, Is there a single, good internet source that lists (all, many, most)wines by type and brands? ... A: I don't believe that there is this kind of site...unless you count the Wine Spectator ratings. They ... | |
| Moet Chandon 1975 Dry Imperial | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: Could you please give me an indication of the value of a 1975 Moet and Chandon Dry Imperial ... A: Sadly, this wine was not made to age for this long--even the best Champagne begin to fall apart ... | |
| value of 1989 Korbel Champagne | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1989 Special Inaugural Cuvee Korbel Campagne. It is unopened and the labels including the ... A: This isn't a wine that was made for aging 20 years. There may still be some life left in it, but it ... | |
| Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon valuation | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: I have over fifty 750ml bottles of cabernet sauvignon I've collected from various Napa Valley ... A: I would check with Winebid.com or winecommune.com. They are both on-line wine auciton houses, and ... | |
| Planting wine grapes | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: I have been trying to figure out when to plant wine grapes. I live in Nebraska, and I know it is ... A: There are a thousand questions about what grape type, what rootstock, what trellising system, what ... | |
| Wine as a remedy for diseases | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: My question is that is there any list of wines which act as a remedy towards fighting types of ... A: There is ample evidence that people who consume moderate amounts of wine certainly have a higher ... | |
| old bottle of wine barton & guestier | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: I have an old bottle (750 ml) of wine I was wondering if it had any value. It's "Barton & Guestier" ... A: Beaujolais is a lighter, fruitier wine that is made for early drinking, not long term aging. ... | |
| How much is this bottle of wine worth? | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: I have a couple bottles of wine and I was wondering if you could give me an approx. value of them. ... A: This was a nice bottle of wine when it was made--a blend put together by a negociant in Bordeaux. ... | |
| OLDER VINTAGE COLLECTION | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: I HAVE JUST RECENTLY STARTED COLLECTING WINE IN A VERY SMALL WAY. I HAVE A FRIEND WHO HAS TOLD ME ... A: J. Here are my thoughts... Almost certainly past their prime, and not worth anything: 1969- ... | |
| vintage sherry | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: I have two bottles of 1977 Boschendal Ronnie van Rooyen vintage sherry. Is there any market for ... A: Of all the great wines of the world, Sherry seems to have become the least valuable collectible. ... | |
| wine pairing | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: I am cooking a miso/sake/mirin marinated halibut. What be a great wine to pair with it? To start I ... A: What a great dinner! When shall I arrive? OK--soi the Halibut, especially with the marinade, ... | |
| pierre jouet 1979 special reserve | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: iwould like your expert opinion .Ibought a 1979 bottle of pierre jouet from a grocery store in 1985 ... A: This is lovely wine, but it is already getting a bit old, and I wouldn't wait much longer to open it ... | |
| what is this worth | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: I have a full 1 quart Barrel of Hennessy V.S.O.P. Reserve Cognac 1968/1969. I still have the orginal ... A: Distilled spirits like this have such high alcohol levels that they don't change much over time. ... | |
| becoming a wine distributor | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: Is there any "how to" guide on becoming a wine distributor. I currently work for a wine distributor ... A: If you know about the paperwork, then half the battle is won. The way you secure wines for ... | |
| Paul Masson Cream Sherry | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: what is a bottle like this worth? Not opened still wax top and a 1950'S Paul Masson California Rare ... A: Not much on the open market. While this was nice in its day, it is getting well past its prime. I ... | |
| 1999 V Sattui Cabert Sauvignon | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: How much do you think this bottle is worth and when should I share it? A: This is a nice wine--it won quite a few awards in its day, as I recall--and it is now showing very ... | |
| wine | 8/22/2008 |
| Q: IS THERE ANY INFO OR VALUE ABOUT UNOPENED WHITE TABLE WINE SEMI SWEET PRODUCT OF SPAIN VINTAGE 1977 ... A: The wines you have are certainly well past their prime--they were made to drink when they were young ... | |
| trouillard and c champagne | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: i have just found a half bottle of trouillard and cie champagne in my friends old house. its dated ... A: Even the greatest Champagnes don't usually live this long, and Trouillard was not considered a top ... | |
| deposits in wine | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: We had some white wine that contained deposits in the bottom that looked like little crystals or ... A: What you have in that bottle is a collection of tartrate crystals. Tartaric acid is a natural ... | |
| Port storage | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: I usually like to sip port with my cigars on weekends. I dont drink enough to finish the bottle (can ... A: Vintage Ports should really be drunk within about 48 hours of opening...so I would avoid those for ... | |
| Jerome Napoleon Cognac Brandy | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: I am in possession of a unopened bottle of Jerome Napoleon VSOP 20 Year Old cognac brandy. It is 84 ... A: Distilled spirits like this have such high alcohol levels that they don't change much over time. ... | |
| wine expert | 8/9/2008 |
| Q: We would like you to consider writing a Wine Column for our on line newsletter that reaches 7000 ... A: This sounds like fun! What kinds of topics would you like addressed? Should the article tie into ... | |
| golden cream sherry | 8/8/2008 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1918 Solera Golden Cream Sherry label on neck states 50 years old. Imported by ... A: I get this question quite a lot. The wine may still be quite good, depending upon the storage ... | |
| Wine Database | 8/8/2008 |
| Q: Paul, Do you know where I can buy a database of all wines. We are designing a wine menu program ... A: I don't think there is a database that would have all of this info exactly as you have laid it out, ... | |
| Food and wine | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: I will be shortly opening a bottle of Penfolds Grange and a bottle of Caymus Special Selection Cab. ... A: These are both big, rich red wines that go well with roast red meats and savory cheeses. Lamb or ... | |
| benedictine | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: i have an unopened bottlle of dom benedictine the neck is wrapped with rice paper all the way to ... A: Distilled spirits like this liqueur have such high alcohol levels that they don't change much over ... | |
| 1972 chateauneuf-du-pape | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: I hope you can help me, I will be most grateful. I've inherited a bottle of 1972 Chateauneuf-Du-Pape ... A: It is French, from the region of the southern Rhone Valley--and the major grapes are Syrah and ... | |
| Buller Port Collection | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: I have a collection of RL Buller & Sons, Aged Tawny Port Wildlife Series 5 from about 1999. There ... A: Because Tawny Ports are already aged before bottling, many collectors believe that they should not ... | |
| rhine wine from Germany | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1968 bottle of Rheinhessen, Weingarten, Liebfraumilch Product of Germany Imported by ... A: Liebfraumilch is a light fresh and fruity wine that is best consumed within a year or two of the ... | |
| Wine and Age | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: It seems clear that many wines that used to be made to last and improve with careful cellaring are ... A: Great question. And the answer has to do with what helps wines age: notable acidity and tannin. A ... | |
| wine | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: I found an old bottle of in my parents celler it says chataue marquex 1st grand cui classe 1929 the ... A: I think what you have here is a bottle of 1929 Chateau Margaux--which is one of the greatest wines ... | |
| 1969 swordfish bottle | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: i have a wine bottle in the shape of a swordfish from 1969. cork is still intact but seal is gone. ... A: Orvieto is a light white wine that is perfect with fish---but only when it is quite fresh and young. ... | |
| Question | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: I have a bottle of PAUL MASSON RARE CREAM SHERRY (CUVEE NO 301 c ) It is heart shaped, It is un ... A: This was nice wine when it was made, but it is pretty old now. The 1852 refers to when the winery ... | |
| champagne | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: I have 2 bottles of champagne that I am curious to find out if they have any value. The first is a ... A: Both of these are wonderful Champagnes, and I hope you have stored them in a cool dark place. If ... | |
| vintage wine | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: We happened on a couple of bottles of wine at a rummage sale that were destined to be thrown away. ... A: Sadly, these wines were never intended to be aged for a long time--they were made to drink within ... | |
| Champagne | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: My question is similar to a recent one. I have a bottle of extra dry Ste Vinicole de Champagne Succ ... A: Sorry to have to tell you that this wine was made to drink young, not aged for thirty years. It ... | |
| wine | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: sorry to bother you but i am struggling.i have in my possession a bottle of chateauneuf du pape the ... A: I am afraid that this one might well be past its prime. Chateauneuf du Papes do age well, but this ... | |
| Wine Terminology | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: I am hoping you will be able to help solve a question I have been asked. A friend was told the term ... A: I am a bit puzzled by this question, because there is almost no citric acid in wine. The primary ... | |
| cognac identification | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: Have a boxed bottle of Napoleon vieux cognac de proprietaire with a seal that reads: reserve des ... A: THis is an odd one. There are LOTS of companies that make a Napoleon Cognac (although only ... | |
| Lafite Rothschild Cognac | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: I have a 750 ml bottle of Lafite Rothschild Cognac Reserve and was wondering what the value is. It ... A: I called my friends at Diageo Chateau & Estaes Wines Company and here is what they had to say: We ... | |
| Hennessy V.S.O.P | 6/25/2008 |
| Q: I am in pocession of an unopened bottle of Hennessy pulled from behind a wall during a house ... A: I can't date your bottle from the information you've given me--but then, it's pretty complicated ... | |
| Remy Martin Cognac Brandy served 1938 to KIng GeorgeVI and Queen Elizabeth in Louse the 13th flask. | 6/25/2008 |
| Q: I have ran across an old bottle of Cognac Brandy, which was served at the Royal Banquet given to ... A: I want to add a clarification to this answer! IF THIS IS rearly the Louis XIII from Remy Martin, ... | |
| Question about Mirafiore Chianti Classico vintage 1960 wine bottle | 6/24/2008 |
| Q: I have a Mirafiore Chianti Classico vintage 1960 wine bottle (empty). That I bought in AL while in ... A: I am sorry to have to tell you that you were misled--these bottles were full of pleasant wine that ... | |
| Wine importing | 6/20/2008 |
| Q: a. Do you know Laurie Puzo? b. I have supported the Napa wine industry for a large freight ... A: Yep--I've known Laurie for quite a few years. The real challenge you will have with all of this ... | |
| wine | 6/19/2008 |
| Q: I bought a bottle of Spring Mountains Falcon Crest 1981 Napa valley cabernet franc. I bought this in ... A: This is an interesting one! The wine was made back when the TV show was airing, and I would guess ... | |
| wine price | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: how much is a bottle of red 1972 imported valpolicella wine cost A: When it was originally released, this wine might have sold in the US for under $3. And it was never ... | |
| value of a bottle of wine | 5/29/2008 |
| Q: Found an old bottle of wine in my closet...can you tell me if it's of value? Paul Masson Rare Cream ... A: This is nice wine, and still might taste pretty good, but it won't have any value on the collectors' ... | |
| liqueur bottle | 5/27/2008 |
| Q: i have a liqueur bottle divided in four sections made and bottled by pg garnier enghier france the ... A: You can find these on ebay fairly regularly--they are quite attractive. They were originally made ... | |
| Magnum bottles | 5/27/2008 |
| Q: I have been searching high and low trying to find out what the dimensions of a magnum and a double ... A: There are different sizes. Of course, they all hold 1.5 liters, but there are different shapes for ... | |
| 1959 Rioja Santiago "Yago" chablis | 5/27/2008 |
| Q: Paul, I discovered a partial case of wine in my father's basement. It was produced by Rioja ... A: Wow! This is quite a story. Back in those days, you could make a white wine in Spain and call it ... | |
| Italian wines | 5/24/2008 |
| Q: I love wines like Bosc, Moscato & Saracco. Can you tell me where I can read more about these wines ... A: I don't know about the Bosc wines--they are from the Languedoc, and don't quite fit into the same ... | |
| port value | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: what value would a bottle of 1st generation draytons family port A: I sent a note to my contact at the winery, and here is the answer I got back---hope it helps: Many ... | |
| Cognac | 5/21/2008 |
| Q: My Name is Mario Fernandez and I live in Mexico City. I have a Bottle of Cognac Martell in Baccarat ... A: It sounds like some of your original information was incorrect--because if it was only ... | |
| vineyard visit? | 5/21/2008 |
| Q: i love roche lacour. fancy a trip into france this summer - where is it made, and can i visit? A: Roche Lacour is from Limoux--in the South of France. It's a lovely town in a lovely region, and has ... | |
| Bor Forras | 5/20/2008 |
| Q: My boyfriend brought some of this wine back from Australia and I love it. I'm interested in finding ... A: This is a tough one, Stacey. That style of wine doesn't seem to make much headway here. You could ... | |
| Cognac | 5/19/2008 |
| Q: My Name is Mario Fernandez and I live in Mexico City. I have a Bottle of Cognac Martell in Baccarat ... A: Nice to hear from you again! In the USA, it's illegal for private individuals to sell alcoholic ... | |
| Cognac | 5/19/2008 |
| Q: My Name is Mario Fernandez and I live in Mexico City. I have a Bottle of Cognac Martell in Baccarat ... A: This is a tough one to answer. I have researched quite a lot on Martell, and I know that they have ... | |
| Paul masson rare cream sherry | 5/19/2008 |
| Q: I have an unopened bottle Paul Masson rare cream sherry with cuvee no. 001C was wondering if it had ... A: I get this question quite a lot. The wine may still be quite good, depending upon the storage ... | |
| Old wine bottles | 5/17/2008 |
| Q: So i have two old wine bottles one is a 1.Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 1982 ... A: There were great wines...but I don't know if they are still alive. It all depends on how they were ... | |
| Tokaji Szamorodni | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: I am currently considering a 1928 Tokaji Szamorodni (sweet) on ebay. I know Tokaji Aszu ages quite ... A: These wines do age quite well, but with a wine this old, you really have no idea how well it has ... | |
| 1963 Bottle of Bollinger | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: I was just wondering how much this bottle of Bollinger would fetch, I can't see a website anywhere ... A: This is getting pretty old for Champagne, and I don't think this would be worth so much anymore. ... | |
| Wine distribution brokers | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: I read a question you answered a few months ago regarding wine distributors serving as clearing ... A: It's a complicated issue. If you are a large winery and want broad distribution throughout a given ... | |
| DOM Benedictine | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: I have what looks like a really old, unopened (still with seal on top) of DOM Benedictine. Got it ... A: Those codes you noted are proprietary--the companies keep them secret so that consumers don't start ... | |
| DOM Benedictine | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: I have what looks like a really old, unopened (still with seal on top) of DOM Benedictine. Got it ... A: Still good, but probably not worth anything. Distilled products and Liqueurs have such high alcohol ... | |
| wine | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: I would like to know the price of a botle of wine: It's A MONSIEUR HENRI SELECTION Hooper's *PORT ... A: This is a sweet dessert wine from Portugal, but a Port of the Vintage isn't usually intended to age ... | |
| Rothschild Wine - Value?? | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: I have a bottle of "Reserve Speciale Pauillac 1995" 150cl. The bottle says "A wine blend specially ... A: This is a nice wine, but it was never intended for long term aging. I would guess that your bottle ... | |
| Opening a Wine Store | 5/10/2008 |
| Q: Hey Paul- I am giving serious thought to opening my own wine store in Little Rock, AR. ... A: The first thing I would look at is the sales volume you would need to make a decent profit at this. ... | |
| Expensive Italian Wine | 5/1/2008 |
| Q: I recall long ago reading that there was an Italian wine that was never shipped until its "50th ... A: I am currently traveling through Italy with six wine experts, and none of us have heard of this ... | |
| want to sell | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: I HAVE A BOTTLE OF DOM PERIGON 96 THAT I HAVE NO USE OF I DONT DRINK SO I KNOW THERE SOME ONE OUT ... A: You can try to sell this to a local retailer, or on winecommune.com. But if you haven't stored it ... | |
| German wine info and value | 4/28/2008 |
| Q: I have 3 bottles of unopened German? wines. The first is a ceramic/stone crock wine Schinken hager. ... A: These are all light, fruity wines that were never intended to age for so long. When they were young ... | |
| cognac | 4/27/2008 |
| Q: looking for any information on a bottle of Ch Lafitte & Co cognac circa 1908 as supplied to Queen ... A: Hmmm. This one is a little complicated. If the spelling on the bottle is really "Lafitte" then ... | |
| Older wine | 4/27/2008 |
| Q: I found a bottle of Bolla Valpolicella Italian dry red wine. It is vintage 1983--I was wondering if ... A: Valpolicella is a lovely wine, but it is made to drink when it is young--within a few years of the ... | |
| need info on a few bottels of win | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: i have a bottel of win chianti gori gori its in the shape of a bunch of grapes on the vine. can you ... A: You have a great name! I am sorry tohave to be the one to tell you this, but all of these wines ... | |
| most popular type of wine in france. | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: Just curious. Which type of wine is most popular in France.Which kind would be used every day by the ... A: Nice to hear from you again! Yes, Italy has very much the same situation. Although Spain, with ... | |
| most popular type of wine in france. | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: Just curious. Which type of wine is most popular in France.Which kind would be used every day by the ... A: There is an easy answer to this one---but it's complicated! Let me explain. The most common wine ... | |
| Sudtirolean wines | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: we've talked before about wines from the Sudtirol, but now I'm looking to purchase any of the ... A: This is a tough one. The wineries will not ship to consumers in the USA--it's way too complicated ... | |
| 1985 Marilyn Merlot Red table Wine | 4/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a bottle of this wine I found in my attic. Someone told me it is worth $3500 dollars. Is that ... A: These have become collectors items, but not quite at those prices. I think you might be able get ... | |
| WINE VALUE | 4/12/2008 |
| Q: I received a gift of a 1959 bottle of Moulin Touchais Anjou 1959. It was bottled in Doue La Fontaine ... A: This is a stunning wine, and if it has been stored well, it should be wonderful. It's made in the ... | |
| Wine ID | 4/9/2008 |
| Q: I was given a bottle of 1969 Mouton-Cadet. At the top of the label it says "Baron Philippe de ... A: We actually represent this wine. It is part of the Baron Philippe de Rothschild family of brands, ... | |
| older bottle of Beaulieu Vineyard cab sav | 4/8/2008 |
| Q: I have inherited a bottle of BV cab sav. It does not have a vintage listed on the bottle but I was ... A: I am sorry to have to tell that the vintage on these bottles was always on the neck label--and that ... | |
| 1959 wine | 4/6/2008 |
| Q: i have a bottle of 1959 graves white boradeaux table wine and i cant find it anywhere on the web, is ... A: Even the very best of these wines would be past their prime by now. The fruit will have disappeared, ... | |
| Drinking 37 year old wine | 4/5/2008 |
| Q: I am a complete novice as regards wine. As the question i am about to ask will prove. I have just ... A: Wines this old are always a bit of a risk. They won't hurt you--the acidity and alcohol in wine ... | |
| 1983 Kenwood Cabernet | 3/18/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1983 Kenwood Sonoma valley Cabernet Sauvignon. I was wondering if it is drinkable? Or is ... A: If this has been stored in a very cool, dark place, then it might still have some life in it. It ... | |
| wine, bring into US | 3/11/2008 |
| Q: My son is currently in Argentina and has visited a number of small wineries. He would like to bring ... A: This is a complicated question. The answer is yes, there are companies who specialize in importing ... | |
| wine value | 3/11/2008 |
| Q: I was given a magnum of 1994 Wynns Coonawarra Micheal Shiraz some years back & was told by an ... A: This is a lovely wine--made only in the very best years--and if you have stored it properly in a ... | |
| Value of 1963 Vino Chianti | 3/10/2008 |
| Q: G'day Paul, I have recently come across a number of 1963 St Martino vino chianti. What would you ... A: This wine was never meant for such long term aging--and is now well past its prime; faded nose, ... | |
| Wine Industry- New Wine | 3/10/2008 |
| Q: Good Morning Paul, I have searched all over the internet and I am stumped as to where to start with ... A: You can have wine made at any number of wineries--they call it "custom crush" and what it means is ... | |
| St Francis Zin | 3/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1997 magnum of St Francis Zin and I was wondering: is it drinkable and what is it worth ... A: Zinfandels are not the best wines to age for a long time, but 1997 was a very good year, and magnums ... | |
| Wine Bottle | 3/5/2008 |
| Q: I have a 4 foot tall green Vino Rosso wine bottle, it has beautiful etching onit, it was a house ... A: These were once standard in every Italian restaurant as a part of the decor. They were made in ... | |
| Browne Vintners Co | 3/4/2008 |
| Q: I have a brown pic-nic style basket with the name Partager written on the top. It has two handles on ... A: These were made by Browne Vintners, the marketing company, as a promotional item for Partager, their ... | |
| selling leftover champagne? | 3/3/2008 |
| Q: I had a party and severely overestimated the amount of champagne everyone would drink. I'm now left ... A: It is illegal for private individuals to sell alcoholic beverages in the USA...and while these are ... | |
| 1995 Cuvee Dom Perignon | 3/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1995 Cuvee Dom Perignon still in the sealed green box. How long do we have to ... A: I would drink this one now, as it will not improve with further aging. IN fact, unless it has been ... | |
| G.H. Mumm & Co 1928 | 3/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a 13 fluid ounce (10.5")bottle of Extra dry Champagne G.H.MUMM & Co. REIMS. Ste. Vinicole De ... A: The wine itself is certainly trash, not treasure, as it is at leats fifty years past its prime. ... | |
| Wine menu | 3/1/2008 |
| Q: A good friend of mine and I is having a dinner in a few weeks. As usual the wine is the central ... A: The Mouton is in a different class than the rest of these wines, and also in a different style. It ... | |
| Gracia Chianti Extra Classico 1951 | 3/1/2008 |
| Q: My grandparents picked out an old bottle of Gracia Chianti Extra Classico Vintage 1951 (Greve in ... A: It's good that you have a sense of humor about this wine. It was never really intended to be aged ... | |
| Difference between white and red wine | 2/29/2008 |
| Q: Is there a difference in the amount of sugar in red and white wine? A: Red and white wines have very little difference in terms of sugar content. Dry wines all have less ... | |
| chateau le luc | 2/28/2008 |
| Q: I read with interest your answers re Rene Lalou Champagne as I also have a bottle of 1973. I only ... A: I am afraid I have sad news for you. Keeping wines in the kitchen is a good idea if you are going ... | |
| Paus Masson Port | 2/27/2008 |
| Q: I read your answer to Heidi regarding her bottle of Port. I think you answered my question. However ... A: The various lots of this Port were made by Paul Masson to taste nearly identical. Over the ... | |
| valuation | 2/26/2008 |
| Q: Pierre Gimonnet & Fils Magnum of Champagne Brut 1990 Millesime De Collection. Got one boxed bottle. ... A: This is now getting a bit old for most Champagnes--most of them are best when they are between five ... | |
| wine importing | 2/25/2008 |
| Q: Do you have a book or a manual of importing an distribution though the three tier system? A: My own book, Wine Marketing and Sales, gives a very practical guide to creating and developing a ... | |
| Wine Valuation- Trillennium (RSA) | 2/25/2008 |
| Q: my dad received a very special bottle of wine in 1999 called TRILLENNIUM. It is a blend of 100 of ... A: This was a one-shot deal: a special wine made for a special occasion in South Africa. Because of ... | |
| 1971 bottle Remy Martin VSOP Champagne | 2/24/2008 |
| Q: I was recently given an unopened bottle of Remy Martin VSOP Cognac Champagne from my Grandfather. It ... A: This is a bottle of brandy from Cognac--the Champagne is simply a term used in that region to ... | |
| Barton-Guestier mirror advertisement | 2/20/2008 |
| Q: I found an old Barton-Guestier mirror while cleaning my boyfriend's house. I have know idea how old ... A: My guess is that this is from the 1970's or so. Browne Vintners doesn't exist any more, and Barton ... | |
| Rare cream Sherry | 2/19/2008 |
| Q: I have an empty heart shaped bottle of Paul Masson rare cream Sherry & yes, I was named after the ... A: What a great story! Sadly, Paul Masson no longer makes this wine, or its cousin, the Rare Souzao ... | |
| Vinitaly 2008 | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: What can you tell me about Vinitaly? I am a wine wholesaler (sales rep) and one of my suppliers is ... A: Yes, there are plenty of dinners, but they are by invitation only. You will need to check with your ... | |
| Vinitaly 2008 | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: What can you tell me about Vinitaly? I am a wine wholesaler (sales rep) and one of my suppliers is ... A: Vinitaly is quite amazing--but be prepared to be completely overwhelmed. There are something like ... | |
| homemade wine | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: I recently made my own wine using concord grapes in my backyard. They fermented and it does smell ... A: As long as you made the wine using only yeast and grapes, you are perfectly safe. The fear about ... | |
| Kenwood 1975 Cabernet Sauvignon | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: Good afternoon, Paul. My husband was given a bottle of 1975 Kenwood Sonoma County Cabernet ... A: Restaurants can charge what they want for wines like this--because there is no standard of ... | |
| Kenwood 1975 Cabernet Sauvignon | 2/17/2008 |
| Q: Good afternoon, Paul. My husband was given a bottle of 1975 Kenwood Sonoma County Cabernet ... A: Since 1975 was a rather light and thin year in the North Coast, this wine hasn't appreciated much in ... | |
| picking a wine distributor | 2/16/2008 |
| Q: as a new wine importer, any ideas on how to pick a Distributor, so that they will push your wine as ... A: This is a very tough question. As you have noted, most distributors don't need any more wines in ... | |
| Carneros | 2/15/2008 |
| Q: I believe some of the best Pinots come out of Carneros. What is your fav right now? A: That's a tough one--because you are right: there are lots of good wines there. I like Acacia, and ... | |
| Dom Ruinart Champagne | 2/14/2008 |
| Q: I have three bottles of Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Champagne 1981. Please tell me the value per ... A: If these were stored in perfect conditions, in a very cold dark place, there still might be some ... | |
| Wine Sour. | 2/14/2008 |
| Q: 1978 Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva (Marques de marrieta) Is this suppose to be sour? Reviews says it's ... A: This is a dry wine--which means that is has no sugar--but within that context it should be soft, and ... | |
| vintage | 2/11/2008 |
| Q: i have a bottel of taittinge blanc de blanc 1966,and a sauternes 1959 louis bert &Cie barsac,and a ... A: All of these are terrific wines, but they are also all very close to the end of their lives. ... | |
| champagne | 2/9/2008 |
| Q: My wife and I have a bottle of champagne that we received as a gift a few years ago. It is a Moet & ... A: This is a lovely wine, and it sounds as if it has been stored well. I would estimate its value at ... | |
| recommendation for Santa Barbara area wine tasting | 2/9/2008 |
| Q: I am a member of your wine club and i need some information or advice . I want to tour some Santa ... A: Santa Barbara/Santa Ynez are excellent places to explore Pinot Noir. Try the Syrah, Chardonnay and ... | |
| anniversary Delicato | 2/7/2008 |
| Q: Paul, I was cleaning an found a box set of 50th Anniversary Delicato wines (Chardonnay 1984 and ... A: I've done quite a bit of business with the Declicato winery over the years--very nice people, and ... | |
| Interesting bottle I found. | 1/31/2008 |
| Q: David was unable to assist here, maybe you can. I live in Denver, Colorado. I was cleaning out the ... A: Hah! I remember this one very well--I lived in the Napa Valley when this series was being created, ... | |
| wine | 1/30/2008 |
| Q: I have an old bottle of wine,A Monsieur Henri selection,call Old Bual product of portugal,the label ... A: This is an interesting one. What you have is Madeira--a wonderful fortified wine made on the island ... | |
| Is Secondary fermentation necessary for making wine at home? | 1/29/2008 |
| Q: Is Secondary fermentation necessary for making wine at home? ANSWER: Hi Subhamoy Secondary ... A: Subhamoy The original Dom Perignon started bottling and corking his wine before the final ... | |
| 1993 Harlan Estate Red Wine | 1/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1993 Harlan Estate Red Wine that I'd like to sell. How would I go about doing so? A: It is illegal for private individuals to sell alcoholic beverages in the USA, so you would have to ... | |
| Is Secondary fermentation necessary for making wine at home? | 1/28/2008 |
| Q: Is Secondary fermentation necessary for making wine at home? ANSWER: Hi Subhamoy Secondary ... A: You can always do what Dom Perignon is reported to have done the first time he made sparkling wine: ... | |
| Red wine | 1/28/2008 |
| Q: I was thinking of getting a bottle of 1996 Chateau Montrose for a very good friend of mine. 1996 was ... A: Montrose is a very structured and serious wine, and 1996 was a very good and classic vintage. With ... | |
| Is Secondary fermentation necessary for making wine at home? | 1/27/2008 |
| Q: Is Secondary fermentation necessary for making wine at home? A: Secondary fermentation is only used to make sparkling wines, where the extra bubbles are trapped in ... | |
| champagne | 1/21/2008 |
| Q: Why does Champagne bubble in a glass? I've been told this is because the glass is not fully clean ... A: Champagne has bubbles because the wine was fermented in the bottle, and the carbon dioxide that the ... | |
| still good to drink? | 1/20/2008 |
| Q: ashamed to admit i have a selection of wines hanging around from 2000-2003... wondering if the ... A: If these wines have been stored in a cool, dark place, then the reds should all be fine--the swiss ... | |
| krug vintage 1985 | 1/20/2008 |
| Q: what is the value of a bottle of krug vintage 1985 750ml.....thanks in advance A: This is a beautiful wine, but unless it has been stored properly, it is probably getting a little ... | |
| 1977 Vintage Chiante | 1/18/2008 |
| Q: Several years ago I found a bottle of Fratelli Cella Chianti Classico Vintage 1977 in my grandpas ... A: Ho Desiree I think it is safe to say that you have aged a lot better than this wine. This was a ... | |
| Burg Layer Schlobkapelle | 1/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a bottle by Burg Layer Schlobkapelle 1985 (White grape wine). How much is it worth, if any? ... A: This was a special bottling to commemorate the baseball team, but it was a lighter style wine made ... | |
| Opening a primat (27-litre bottle) | 1/16/2008 |
| Q: I recently bought a Primat of 1998 Rust en Vrede estate wine (a cab/shiraz/merlot blend) at a South ... A: This is a really good question! Yes, you will have to use a normal corkscrew--but use one with the ... | |
| Vintage wine | 1/12/2008 |
| Q: I have a bottle of wine and am interested to find out more about it.Can you help.On the label it ... A: Bairrada is a region in Portugal, east of Lisbon, that makes some nice wines. The fruit has some ... | |
| Wine valuation | 1/12/2008 |
| Q: I purchased a bottle of ice wine from Germany when I was over there in 2000. The bottle is a 375ml ... A: Yes, Eisweins are quite rare, and usually appreciate in value a bit--but they don't skyrocket up in ... | |
| port wine serving size | 1/11/2008 |
| Q: What size should a serving of port be? And how would you describe the proper glassware to serve it ... A: Because Port has a higher alcohol level than most table wines, it is usually served in smaller ... | |
| Brut Andre Champagne | 1/10/2008 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1988 Brut Andre Champagne that has been refrigerated since being given as a gift ... A: Sadly, this is a wine that was never meant to be aged. It won't hurt you, but this one will have ... | |
| Paul Masson Cream Sherry | 1/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a heart shaped bottle of rare cream sherry purchased in the 1960's. It has Cuvee #901C on ... A: I can't tell you what the serial number means...that's an internal code they use. But this is a ... | |
| Recall? | 1/9/2008 |
| Q: We found a bottle of Fratell Bucalossi 1982 lying on its side in my Dad's basement. My brother ... A: I don't think there were any recalls of Italian wines in those years...so this one should be pretty ... | |
| 1982 Kenwood Cab. Sav. ??? | 1/8/2008 |
| Q: I was recently given a 9.0L bottle of 1982 Kenwood Cabernet Sauvignon by a relative who has been ... A: This is a pretty nice wine--1982 wasn't a great year, but the larger bottle format should have aged ... | |
| chianti question | 1/8/2008 |
| Q: I seldom drink. Six months ago (or maybe even longer), I bought a bottle of chianti and have only ... A: It won't hurt you, but it won't taste very good any more. Wine is made from fruit, and tends to ... | |
| Dom Perignon | 1/7/2008 |
| Q: A friend says he has a bottle of 1972 Dom Perignon champagne in his basement. He believes it is ... A: Unless you are a well-known collector, buyers will question the storage conditions of the this wine. ... | |
| 1964 Cuvee Dom Perignon | 1/5/2008 |
| Q: my grandfather recently passed away and upon cleaning out his wine cellar, I found an unopened ... A: Unless you are a well-known collector, buyers will question the storage conditions of the this wine. ... | |
| Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1965 | 1/5/2008 |
| Q: I just came across a bottle of Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1965 that I recovered from my mother's wine ... A: This is a tough one. Unless the wine was stored in near perfect conditions, it really isn't likely ... | |
| age | 1/4/2008 |
| Q: hy, i just started a batch of wine, white to be exact. its curently winter here and the normal day ... A: You should be just fine with this set up. In colder temperatures, the yeast works more slowly, but ... | |
| value of cognac | 1/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a QUART bottle of hennessy fine champagne vsop which says grande and petite. the bottle is ... A: This sells for about $45 a 750ml at big wine shops, so your bottle is probably worth a bit more than ... | |
| wine | 1/2/2008 |
| Q: Regardless of the size of the glass, how much wine in ounces is considered one serving of wine. A: Good question! For most of the health studies in wine, they use 4-5 ounces as a typical serving. ... | |
| Ingredients on Wine | 1/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a friend that as part of his Christmas card he makes four questions and one of them was the ... A: I think what your friend is referring to is Shaoxing wine, often mispronounced ( and misspelled ) in ... | |
| Dom Perignon Vintage 1993 | 1/1/2008 |
| Q: should i drink it or sell it - if its worth lots then i would sell it - purchased for $200 - kept ... A: Unless you are a well-known collector, buyers will question the storage conditions of the this wine. ... | |
| Commemororative Port Vintage 2005 | 1/1/2008 |
| Q: I recently acquired a bottle of commemorative port (2005) celebrating the Trafalgar Day Bicentennial ... A: Because so few bottles were produced, wines like this are usually worth more to a memorabilia ... | |
| are my wines okay? | 12/31/2007 |
| Q: I have several bottles of older unopened wine, none of them probably very expensive. I know some ... A: There are no website like this, simply because there are way too many wines in the world--over ... | |
| chardonnay 1998 | 12/31/2007 |
| Q: could it be still any good? A: H Odette I just had a bottle of 1997 Chardonnay from Monterey, and it was really quite lovely. But ... | |
| 1934 Spain's Golden Cream Sherry | 12/31/2007 |
| Q: . I have a question on this bottle i aquired its reads "Vintage 1934 BOttled In Spain" ... A: The solera system used in Spain is unique in the wine world. Wine from previous vintages is blended ... | |
| re-corking champagne to POP again | 12/30/2007 |
| Q: I am a Motion Picture propmaster. For a movie we would open a new bottle of sparkling wine for each ... A: Sorry to disappoint you, but none of the ways to recork Champagne will really give you that "pop" ... | |
| MUMM'S 1972 OR OLDER | 12/27/2007 |
| Q: I WAS GIVEN A BOTTLE OF MUMM'S EXTRA DRY CHAMPAGNE IN 1972. IS IT WORTH ANYTHING? A: This was a nice Champagne when it was made--and probably sold for about $12 a bottle. Extra Dry is ... | |
| Vintage wine | 12/27/2007 |
| Q: I am writing a play that takes place in 1948 and would like suggestions for best possible wines ... A: this is a fun question! the years immediately before your story were not good years for wine, as ... | |
| Roderer Cristal 1978 | 12/26/2007 |
| Q: I have just received a bottle of Cristal 1978 How do i know if it is spoiled? It may not have been ... A: This was a lovely wine...but it is really getting too old at this point. Unless is has been kept ... | |
| German Champaign/Sparkling Wine | 12/26/2007 |
| Q: In the 80's and early 90's I enjoyed a German Champaign by Henkel. Is this produced/available any ... A: Yes, Henkel still makes sparking wines (called Sekt) in Germany, but I don't think they export much ... | |
| Vintage VO bottle | 12/25/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1953 sealed decanter bottle of Seagrams VO -- is this still drinkable? And/or worth ... A: Distilled spirits like whiskey do not change much in the bottle, for better or for worse, because ... | |
| Old Champagne | 12/23/2007 |
| Q: Should we just open it, or does it have any potential value? A: This was a nice Champagne when it was made--and probably sold for about $20 a bottle. But it was ... | |
| 1953 G.H.mumm&Co. cordon Rouge | 12/23/2007 |
| Q: I recently came across a bottle of 1953 G.H.Mumm&Co. Cordon Rouge champagne Brut in my ... A: This was a nice Champagne when it was made--and probably sold for about $20 a bottle. Crodon Rouge ... | |
| 1973 bottle Rene Lalou Champagne | 12/22/2007 |
| Q: My father bought this champagne bottle for me 23 years ago. I have not opened it, kept in on it's ... A: This is a lovely wine...but it is really getting too old. Unless is has been kept below 55 degrees ... | |
| Rene LaLou | 12/21/2007 |
| Q: Is there anywhere in this country that I can buy a good bottle of Rene LaLou? And what year would ... A: This was my wife's favorite Champagne, as well. But the company stopped making it years ago. They ... | |
| Cabernet Sauvignon + Appetizer | 12/20/2007 |
| Q: I am going to a "Wine & Cheese" party on 12/21/07 and the wine assigned to me was Cabernet ... A: You are right--it's a bit tough to start with Cabernet as an apetizer wine...the rest of meal is ... | |
| Value of wine | 12/19/2007 |
| Q: How much for a bottle of Nello Gori Chianti vintage 1969? A: Sorry to say, but this wine was never made to age more than about ten years, and by now it is ... | |
| wine suport | 12/18/2007 |
| Q: Howdy, iv been making “country” wine and moonshine since I was about 14. We drink wine almost every ... A: Nope--you aren't missing a step. But tannic acid comes from the skins and seeds of the grapes. ... | |
| alcohol % | 12/18/2007 |
| Q: Does the percentage of alcohol in a wine make it taste better, or is this a matter of opinion? Are ... A: This is a great question. In fact, some of the greatest wines in the world, German Rieslings, often ... | |
| red wine | 12/17/2007 |
| Q: Good morning, I need help picking out a good red wine for my boyfriend's parents. I am totally ... A: There are a ton of red wines out on the market, and it is always tough to predict what other people ... | |
| Drinks | 12/16/2007 |
| Q: can you help? I like the freedom I have sexually with my husband after drinking, but I cant stand ... A: It would help if I knew what kinds of thing you were drinking now. If you really don't like the ... | |
| Too Old Wines? | 12/15/2007 |
| Q: I have a number of red wines that have been given to my husband & me as gifts. I prefer white, but ... A: All of these wines are really in the prime of their lives. The Beaujolais should be drunk ... | |
| old champagne | 12/13/2007 |
| Q: Is it unsafe to drink champagne that may have gone bad? A: In general, old wine that has been sealed in a bottle won't hurt you. IT may taste dreadful, with ... | |
| RE: FOREST GLEN 93 CHARDONNAY | 12/10/2007 |
| Q: JUST TWO QUESTIONS,JUST LOOKING @ THIS BOTTLE AND SEEING BLACK ASH FLOATING IN THERE IS THIS WINE ... A: There are lots of things that can float in wine--most often you see small crystals of tartaric acid, ... | |
| Unknown if any value of wine | 12/8/2007 |
| Q: My Grandfather owned a liquor store back in the 60's. I have a bottle of Yago 1961 Spanish Burgundy ... A: This was a classic old wine from that period--Spanish Burgundy! Burgundy is in France, and it is ... | |
| salted red wine | 12/7/2007 |
| Q: perhaps this is stupid, but I have a recipe that calls for salted red wine, is that grocery store ... A: This is a great question. Salted wine is a manufactured wine that just takes very inexpensive wine ... | |
| Barone Ricasoli Brolio Chianti Classico | 12/6/2007 |
| Q: Can I get your advice on the Brolio Chianti Classico 2004 vs the 2005 one? Which one would you ... A: I think most people would agree that the 2004 vintage is better--it really was quite a wonderful ... | |
| whats my wine worth | 12/5/2007 |
| Q: is it still worth storing my wine? 1.Crimea red Liqueur Wine 1945- (2)Morastel ... A: I am sorry to say that these wines, because they are such unusual blends from such unusual regions, ... | |
| VinItaly 2008 | 12/4/2007 |
| Q: I was with you on the 06 trek. You spoke of putting together a trip exterior to the CIA. Did you ... A: Nice to hear from you! I did put together a trip to Vinitaly last year through Napa Valley ... | |
| Jackson Triggs Proprietor's Grand Reserve Shiraz - 2004 | 12/4/2007 |
| Q: I recently purchased a magnum of this World Gold Metal winning wine that is no longer publicly ... A: This is lovely wine, and should age very nice for many years. Magnums, because of the larger ... | |
| What is wrong with my wine that it is not too drunkable or hard? | 12/3/2007 |
| Q: I want to prepare homemade wine. I studied many recipes on the internet and visited the village ... A: I think that if the others are sinking their wine jars into the deep water of the pond, they are ... | |
| 1971 Perrier-Jouet | 12/3/2007 |
| Q: Stored in a closet for who knows how long, we have unearthed a never opened gift box of Pierre-Jouet ... A: This was a really nice bottle of wine, but it is really getting pretty old at this point. Unless it ... | |
| Vintage rating | 11/30/2007 |
| Q: I am living in Seattle, WA, and I like red (merlot, Carb) and white wines(Chardonnay, Souvignon ... A: Each region has four factors that influence the character and style of the wine. As you suggest, ... | |
| What is wrong with my wine that it is not too drunkable or hard? | 11/28/2007 |
| Q: I want to prepare homemade wine. I studied many recipes on the internet and visited the village ... A: I think part of the problem is the yeast. Breadmaking yeast often has a hard time fermenting wine ... | |
| What is wrong with my wine that it is not too drunkable or hard? | 11/28/2007 |
| Q: I want to prepare homemade wine. I studied many recipes on the internet and visited the village ... A: Your wine may be getting too warm in your room, and that would make it lose some of its fruit ... | |
| food pairing with Pinot Gris | 11/28/2007 |
| Q: I received a bottle of French Pinot Gris as a gift from my daughter. It is a 2001 Tokay-Pinot Gris, ... A: This is a nice wine that should pair nicely with roast chicken, salmon, or even roast pork. Wines of ... | |
| Buy Now, Drink Later | 11/26/2007 |
| Q: We would like to buy a 2007 bottle of wine to commemorate the year of our first child's birth to ... A: It's a great question and a lovely idea. the only challenge is that most of the wines from the ... | |
| Mumm 1947 | 11/23/2007 |
| Q: I have inherited a bottle of G H Mumm Reims Champagne from 1947 which looks to be in good condition. ... A: The reason you can't find any values for this wine is that even the best Champagnes are usually aged ... | |
| Reisling wines | 11/23/2007 |
| Q: I took a wine course in college a very long time ago. I am thinking we were told Reisling wines are ... A: In the old days, people thought of Riesling as a very sweet wine for dessert, but these days the ... | |
| wine found in barrel! | 11/22/2007 |
| Q: Bought a property next to a lot of winery's. Found a barrel of wine on the property. The only thing ... A: This is a new one! The name on the barrel is the maker of the barrel, not the wine. This is a ... | |
| Aging white wine | 11/22/2007 |
| Q: I was recently given a bottle of 1990 Johannisberg Riesling by Robert Mondavi. What would be the ... A: Most California Rieslings are made for drinking fairly young, usually within five years of the ... | |
| Elio Perrone Moscato Sourgal 2006 | 11/21/2007 |
| Q: I love this but it's impossible to find in my area is there anything else with a similar taste that ... A: Muscat is one of the most distinctive grapes in the world--it has a wonderful fruity/flowery note in ... | |
| what is it worth | 11/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a bottle of brolio chianti classico riserva 1982 red wine import from italy. Is it worth ... A: The Brolio Chianti Classico is probably nearing the end of its life--unless it is from a very famous ... | |
| Sweet wine | 11/21/2007 |
| Q: I am a first time wine drinker and I have tried a few different types and I am looking for something ... A: Most of the red wines you will find in the market are pretty dry, so focus on the white wines. ... | |
| Value of 3 bottles, please | 11/21/2007 |
| Q: The 3 bottles are; Annata 1971 Barolo, Poderi Scanavino Azienda Vitivinicola, bottled in Italy by: ... A: These are all pushing the limits of old age, I am sorry to say. The Rioja is almost certainly well ... | |
| 1955 Dom Perignon | 11/19/2007 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1955 Dom Perignon. It is in good condition - the label has minor imperfections ... A: This is a great wine, but even Dom Perignon isn't expected to live this long. If it had been stored ... | |
| Graf Zoltan and Bor Forras Red Wine | 11/18/2007 |
| Q: Before I begin please excuse my ignorance I have only recently discovered a liking for Red Wine. The ... A: The wines you mentioned are from Pierroth, a company that only sells wine direct--and doesn't sell ... | |
| 1915 Metaxa Grand Prix | 11/17/2007 |
| Q: I just found in my deposit a bottle of a 1915 Metaxa Grand Prix edition, that I believe to be from ... A: Distilled spirits have such a high alcohol level that they don't change much, for better or for ... | |
| sandamans vintage port | 11/16/2007 |
| Q: please can you tell me if this bottle of port late bottled vintage 1978 bottled in 1983 by sandaman ... A: I don't think I got your full question here...but this is lovely stuff. George Sandeman is one of ... | |
| Restaurant Quality Wines | 11/14/2007 |
| Q: Paul could you possibly give me the names of a few affordable good tasting wines that I should try ... A: You'd think that would make sense--but for some reason, this is never done. Of course, the worst ... | |
| Restaurant Quality Wines | 11/13/2007 |
| Q: Paul could you possibly give me the names of a few affordable good tasting wines that I should try ... A: THis is a much harder question! Here's why: There are some great brands that seems to make good ... | |
| Wine glass size | 11/12/2007 |
| Q: Given that 6oz is the norm for a restaurant serving, what would you suggest the glass size be, and ... A: This is a much more complicated question than you might at first think! 1. Many consumers ... | |
| Corbiere wine | 11/11/2007 |
| Q: Paul, I have just drunk a most beautiful (to my palete) premium 2003 Rocbere Grand Reserve made from ... A: Here is a quick update--the wine is available at Morrison's Supermarkets. The producer contacted me ... | |
| wine | 11/9/2007 |
| Q: What do you mean by new age wines? ANSWER: HI Vivek Actually, I think most people in the wine ... A: White wines are generally more fruity and aromatic, and chilling them helps preserve that fruity ... | |
| De venoge Champagne 1979 | 11/8/2007 |
| Q: I have a 75cl bottle of De Venoge champagne with the date of 1979, what is the value of this bottle ... A: De Venoge is a lesser known Champagne house, but they make pretty nice wines. The 1979 is getting a ... | |
| wine | 11/8/2007 |
| Q: What do you mean by new age wines? A: Actually, I think most people in the wine business say New World wines...but these are wines that ... | |
| Port | 11/8/2007 |
| Q: I am a novice wine enthusiast looking for some decent, and if at all possible, affordable port ... A: Good for you. Port is lovely stuff, and not nearly enough people try it out. And there are some ... | |
| Napoleon Old Liquer Cognac | 11/7/2007 |
| Q: I have recently aquired a bottle of Napoleon Old Liquer Cognac. I am enquiring about the value and ... A: This is a pretty common name in French Cognac, and many different producers make something under ... | |
| value? | 11/7/2007 |
| Q: I have a bottle of izarra dated 1835 the label has on it "vieille liqveur de la cote basque" as im ... A: Here is the entry from Wikipedia on Izarra...taken mainly from the company website. The 1835 date ... | |
| value of champagne | 11/1/2007 |
| Q: In visiting my parents, my father showed me a sealed bottle of champagne that he has had for 42 ... A: I am sorry, but the answer to both questions is probably no. The fact that the wine has no label ... | |
| Buying Champagne as an Investment | 10/31/2007 |
| Q: I've recently seen a bottle of Ruinart 1973 Vintage & Moet & Chandon 1966..& they are going for ... A: The only reason to buy older wines is to drink them--not as an investment. While some wines do ... | |
| Wine | 10/30/2007 |
| Q: I just bought 2 bottles of '82 Rothschild Mouton Cadet, what is each bottle worth? A: A. It's important to note that Mouton Cadet is NOT Chateau Mouton Rothschild. Chateau Mouton ... | |
| Wine Importing | 10/29/2007 |
| Q: My husband and I have a simalar interest as Vinnie and Sue on wine, once you have the wine importers ... A: I'll answer the second question first, if you don't mind. The book is a very practical guide to ... | |
| botham merrill willis wine | 10/28/2007 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Red cabernet sauvingnon and a Red shiraz signed by botham, merril and willis - ... A: The first two guys are famous cricket players in Australia, and a few years ago, they teamed up with ... | |
| 1993 Whaler Vineyard | 10/27/2007 |
| Q: Years ago my husband and I enjoyed a bottle of 1993 Whaler Vineyard Zinfandel and bought another ... A: In some ways, you have answered your own question. When you look up Penfold's Grange, you find out ... | |
| 1929 G.H. Mumm&Co Champagne Value | 10/25/2007 |
| Q: Have Bottle of Cardon Rouge 1929 wondering what value A: This wine is well past its prime, and has no value to wine connoisseurs. It might be of interest to ... | |
| serving wine etiquette in fine dining restaurants | 10/24/2007 |
| Q: Having a mix company at a table it is clear that we serve ladies first and then gentlemen and the ... A: This is a great question. In fact, I led a seminar today with a Master Sommelier, and we talked ... | |
| Rene Lalou - 1976 | 10/23/2007 |
| Q: I bought this Champagne in Switzerland in 1982. Does it have any value and are there any special ... A: This is my wife's favorite Champagne...but this one is getting pretty old. Unless it has been ... | |
| how long will wine last unopened? | 10/23/2007 |
| Q: My daughter was born in 2005, and we'd like to buy a couple of magnums to savour at her 21st ... A: In some ways, you have already answered your own question. Very few of the wines in the world are ... | |
| wine from Italy | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: If I am understanding this correctly, wine from Italy is made without sulfites? We brought back 6 ... A: No, wines from Italy aren't made any differenly-but the labeling laws are different. All wines have ... | |
| Burchino Wine | 10/19/2007 |
| Q: I have a bottle of wine that is about 36" tall and is shapped like a snail. I believe it is from the ... A: Sad to say, the wine in this bottle is far too old to be of any interest. These bottles were ... | |
| Wine and food pairing | 10/17/2007 |
| Q: I have probably what most would consider a stupid question so please bear with me. When people talk ... A: The only stupid questions are the ones that don't get asked! Yours is a great question, and really ... | |
| oops | 10/16/2007 |
| Q: I recently made my first batch of wine and it turned out ok, but not as good as I hoped. I took ... A: Well, you certainly aren't afraid to try new things! Most winemakers would do some sort of analysis ... | |
| Decanting and serving temperatures | 10/15/2007 |
| Q: I have two quick questions: First, what is your recommendation for storing opened wine. I have ... A: THese are NOT quick questions But they are really good ones. The best way to store open wine, if ... | |
| Chivas - green bottle | 10/12/2007 |
| Q: I have an unopened bottle of Chivas Regal 12 yr Scotch from the 1950's in a green colored bottle. Do ... A: Older whiskeys simply don't appreciate in value the way great wines do. The high alcohol levels ... | |
| Names of Wines | 10/4/2007 |
| Q: I am getting married at the Renault Winery in NJ in 17 days and would like to use the names of wine ... A: This is a cute idea. And yeah, I could send you to some website...but this is more fun! Cabernet ... | |
| Could you go blind if you make alcohol the wrong way? | 10/3/2007 |
| Q: I'm sorry if this question sounds stupid but my friend told me that if you make your own alcohol (or ... A: It is illegal for individuals to distill alcohol in the USA. Homemade wine and beer is quite ... | |
| Golden Cream Sherry | 10/2/2007 |
| Q: My sister-in-law has a bottle of Golden Cream Sherry in a foil wrapped bottle. It states vintage ... A: This is a great question. One of the biggest enemies of wine as it ages is oxidation--but Sherries ... | |
| Worth of wine | 9/30/2007 |
| Q: I recently received 9 cases of mixed wine from a 5 diamond resort for a great price, but it was take ... A: The first place I would look is winebid.com. They are an on-line auction house, and you can search ... | |
| COST OF A BOTTLE OF CHATEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD | 9/29/2007 |
| Q: I bought a bottle of Chateau Mouton Rothschild, 1973 en hommage a Picasso at a rummage sale of a ... A: You don't mention if the bottle is full or not...! If it is full, and it has been stored properly, ... | |
| How much is this worth? | 9/28/2007 |
| Q: I won a magnum bottle of 1983 charles krug wine and its also signed by peter mondovi? A: IF this is the Charles Krug red stripe reserve Cabernet, that would be the best wine they made back ... | |
| wine price | 9/27/2007 |
| Q: what is the ballpark price of a bottle of e. guigal, cotes du rhone, 1985? i live in southern ... A: This wine is approaching the end of its life, and it wasn't an expensive wine to begin with. I ... | |
| champagne | 9/24/2007 |
| Q: Please give some info on the following: 1 - 1985 Rene Lalou - G.H Mumms Champagne Brut 2 - 1975 ... A: The Rene Lalou used to be the very best Champagne made by this fine house---and is simply wonderful ... | |
| valuation | 9/22/2007 |
| Q: could you please tell me what a bottle of para liqueur 1947 is worth and also a bottle of show port ... A: These are two very different beverages. The liqueur is very high in alcohol, so it doesn't change ... | |
| Reisling Wine | 9/21/2007 |
| Q: Paul, I am interested in producing my own Riesling wine. Can you tell me how to make a Riesling wine ... A: Wine is simple: just take ripe grapes and add yeast--fermentation will occur, and wine will result! ... | |
| found in attic -wine & liquor | 9/21/2007 |
| Q: My husband recently for two boxes of wine and liqour in his grandparents attic. Most was given to ... A: These bottles are all probably still pretty good, because the high alcohol levels protect them. But ... | |
| Argentina wine | 9/11/2007 |
| Q: My husband and I will be traveling to Argentina for our honeymoon and will be doing some wine ... A: What fun! I hope to visit there early next year, when my daughter will be studying in Buenos ... | |
| 1985 Chianti | 9/10/2007 |
| Q: Cleaning out my father's wine cellar I found three bottles of Brolio Reserva del Barone Chianti ... A: The answer to this one depends, to a certain extent, on your father's wine cellar. Was it ... | |
| What is it worth? | 9/6/2007 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Andre champagne from 1973. The label says "Andre Pink Champagne, Modesto, ... A: Sorry to disillusion you, but this bottle isn't worth much at all. It was made by Gallo winery in ... | |
| Cordon Rouge bottle | 9/5/2007 |
| Q: I recently acquired what seems to be a display bottle for Cordon Rouge champagne. It is empty and ... A: I've certainly seen these before. It's a double-magnum sized bottle, and they were given away as ... | |
| various wines | 9/4/2007 |
| Q: Can you tell me anything about these wines or their values? R&J Cook Cabernet Sauvignon 1980 ~ ... A: The values of these wines really depend on the number of buyers you can find. An auction might be ... | |
| shelf life | 8/31/2007 |
| Q: The older I get, the more broad my wine taste. I used to only drink cabs but now I'm buying alot of ... A: One of the great things about getting older is how we learn to appreciate so many different things! ... | |
| serving temperature | 8/29/2007 |
| Q: I was given a bottle of 1995 Dom Perignon and I'm not a drinker. We decided to celebrate with ... A: Champagne is simple. Just put it in the fridge for an hour, and then serve it. It will be perfect. ... | |
| Taittinger 1978 Collection | 8/28/2007 |
| Q: I've been holding onto this for quite some time and really need to sell it now. Not sure where to ... A: I'd start with winebid.com. They specialize in this kind of thing, and seem to attract a good group ... | |
| 1972 Chateau Margaux 1er GCC | 8/28/2007 |
| Q: I've got my hands on a 75 cl bottle of 1972 Chateau Margaux 1er GCC and was wondering if this would ... A: 1972 was not a good year in Bordeaux, and I think that most connoisseurs would esimate that this ... | |
| Is this worth keeping? | 8/27/2007 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1957 Chambolle Musiguy (Jules Laine & C) Inelgodiant a Nuits St George Cote d'Or ... A: This was a pretty good bottle of wine in its day, but that day has long gone. This was a wine that ... | |
| NEED ASSISTANCE IN PRICING WINES I WISH TO SELL... | 8/27/2007 |
| Q: I am writing from Australia, and would apreciate your expertise appraising some wine & champaigne ... A: For a collection of wines like this, I strongly recommend that you work with an auction house that ... | |
| unknown wine | 8/21/2007 |
| Q: I am not familiar with wine at al, and have been given a Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon, Vintage ... A: Nice to hear from you! 1982 was a bit cool and rainy in the North Coast, so the wines are a little ... | |
| Is our old wine still good? | 8/21/2007 |
| Q: Paul: Nearly twenty years ago a good friend gave us a case of different wines as a wedding present. ... A: Hmmm. I hope you marriage is in better shape than these bottles! Most of them should have been ... | |
| 1966 Vino Paniza | 8/21/2007 |
| Q: I was given this wine 7 years ago while in Spain. I have kept it (hopefully) pretty well. Is this ... A: Yep, that helps. I should have mentioned in my last response that Carinena is one of the typical ... | |
| 1966 Vino Paniza "Solera Reservada" | 8/20/2007 |
| Q: I was given this wine 7 years ago while in Spain. I have kept it (hopefully) pretty well. Is this ... A: This is a wild one. Carinena is the Spanish name for Carignane--a grape grown in southern France ( ... | |
| value | 8/20/2007 |
| Q: i would like to know the value of a bottle of 1985 dome perignon thank you. ANSWER: Hi Steven The ... A: I would inquire of a fine wine shop locally...but online, you can work with winebid.com. Ebay ... | |
| value | 8/20/2007 |
| Q: i would like to know the value of a bottle of 1985 dome perignon thank you. A: The value of this bottle depends on how it was stored. If it was in a cool, dark, quiet place, then ... | |
| still drinkable wines? | 8/18/2007 |
| Q: I recently went through my basement and found some old wines. Are they still drinkable and are they ... A: These were all very nice wines when they were made---but they were made to drink withing a few years ... | |
| value of wine | 8/18/2007 |
| Q: I have a boxed sealed bottle of 1988 Cuuvee Dom Perignon what is the value if any? Thank you, ... A: IF this has been stored perfectly, in a very dark, cool, quiet place, then these should sell pretty ... | |
| marsala wine | 8/17/2007 |
| Q: I live in a small town in Alaska on an island - I want to make chicken marsala but marsala wine is ... A: How's the fishing up there? I have always wanted to spend a week or two fly fishing in Alaska... ... | |
| Good $10 to $30 red wine? | 8/12/2007 |
| Q: I'm looking for relatively common good red wine mostly in the $10 - $30 range. Willing to spend up ... A: There are 60,000 different wines in the US market, so I am not going to recommend one or two of them ... | |
| unique wine bottle | 8/2/2007 |
| Q: It is shaped as if it has 4 "handles" but it is all connected. The cork has never been removed and ... A: Here's what I found out about these bottles about six months ago... I had never seen one of these ... | |
| 1976 Chateau Mayne-Vieil | 8/2/2007 |
| Q: I recently found a bottle of 1976 Chateau Mayne-Vieil and was wondering what you could tell me about ... A: B. This is a red wine from the Bordeaux region of France; a blend of Cabernet, Merlot, and ... | |
| AKIVA Wine | 8/2/2007 |
| Q: I believe I have a bottle of wine similar to "Emily's" and I would like to send you some pictures if ... A: I don't know if the pictures will help me much. Can you send me the information on the label, ... | |
| Wine Importer | 7/30/2007 |
| Q: I a totally a beginner when it comes to knowing wine, but i am very interested in becoming a wine ... A: There is a tremendous amount of competition...and the big boys have most of the leverage in every ... | |
| Wine Importer | 7/30/2007 |
| Q: I a totally a beginner when it comes to knowing wine, but i am very interested in becoming a wine ... A: There's an old saying: The best way to make a small fortune in the wine business is to start with a ... | |
| Wine Broker | 7/19/2007 |
| Q: I am just starting a new career as a wine broker and was wondering what books you would recommend to ... A: I'd recommend four books, each one for a different reason. 1. Hugh Johnson's World Atlas of Wine. ... | |
| Was '93 a good year, and which wine ages best? | 7/17/2007 |
| Q: I plan to give my son a bottle of '93 wine on his 21st birthday. I'd rather buy now, and get it when ... A: You are a little late--most of the 1993 wines were for sale in about 1995-1997, but you still might ... | |
| finding a wine | 7/16/2007 |
| Q: My wife and I are looking for a red and white wine that we like. The problem is that there are many ... A: This is a lot harder than it seems. There are more than 60,000 wines for sale in the USA, and a ... | |
| vintage wine | 7/16/2007 |
| Q: A friend is turning 65 next month and I thought it would be fun to present him with a bottle of wine ... A: This is a tough one, for a couple of reasons. 1. There are only a very few wines that hold up ... | |
| chilled wine glass | 7/15/2007 |
| Q: several places I have worked chilled the white wine glasses I am working a different area and ... A: Hmmm. I don't think any serious restaurant service trainer would suggest chilling white wine ... | |
| clueless about wine | 7/15/2007 |
| Q: Upon learning of the health benefits of red wine, I'd like to ask your opinion of what type of red ... A: I don't think anyone should start drinking wines they don't like just because of the health ... | |
| Port decanting | 7/12/2007 |
| Q: I'm new to port, and I was wondering how long I can keep port in the decanter after I open it? In ... A: This is an easy one to answer. If the Port is a Ruby or Tawny, it will come with a special cork ... | |
| how much is my wine worth & will it taste nice?? | 7/12/2007 |
| Q: I have recently acquired 4 bottles of wine and on the label it says, "BIANCO TOSCANO GORI GORI ... A: This is a nice, delicate white wine--but it's one that is usually best when consumed within about 5 ... | |
| chianti | 7/11/2007 |
| Q: My daughter purchased a bottle of Chianti in Italy about 6 years ago. I told her she couldn't open ... A: Cecchi is a very reputable producer in Chianti...although the 2000 vintage would not have been ... | |
| 1969 Nello Gort Orvieto | 7/11/2007 |
| Q: I purchased a very pretty wine bottle with what looks like an old street light possible a candle ... A: Orvieto is a fresh wine that is best drunk when it is only a few years old. This is a white wine ... | |
| chianti | 7/10/2007 |
| Q: My daughter purchased a bottle of Chianti in Italy about 6 years ago. I told her she couldn't open ... A: It could be. It would help to know what kind of Chianti it is. If it is a 1997 vintage Chianti ... | |
| Wine and Food Pairings | 7/10/2007 |
| Q: I am having a dinner party in about 2 weeks and I need some help narrowing down wine choices to go ... A: As I recall, the Prum wine would be slightly less sweet, and a little higher in acid. I think ... | |
| three-tier system | 7/9/2007 |
| Q: My question regards navigating the three-tier system. Is it possible to purchase wine overseas, ... A: Each state has its own laws about this so there are lots of complications. Generally, an importer ... | |
| Old burgundy | 7/9/2007 |
| Q: Many (20?) years ago I picked up a mixed case of wine when visiting a friend in the UK. Among the ... A: THis is actually a pretty amazing wine. I think the current value might be about $1000--if you can ... | |
| Wine and Food Pairings | 7/9/2007 |
| Q: I am having a dinner party in about 2 weeks and I need some help narrowing down wine choices to go ... A: You've got a couple of interesting dishes there...but the challenge is that the most obvious wine ... | |
| 1979 wine | 7/8/2007 |
| Q: My boyfriend is a real wine lover. and for his birthday I was going to look into getting him some ... A: This is a nice idea...and there are a few wines that might be good choices. You haven't given me a ... | |
| Wine | 7/8/2007 |
| Q: I have a couple of bottles of wine that I inherited. I'm not much of a wine drinker and would like ... A: Castlewood is an old brand from the San Martin winery south of San Jose. Here is an article about ... | |
| 1966 Chateau Mouton-Rothschield and Chateau Montrose 1973 | 7/7/2007 |
| Q: Do you have any advice as to the drinkability and value of the 1966 referenced above? Also, I ... A: The best place to sell older vintage wines these days would be somewhere like winebid.com. You ... | |
| 1966 Chateau Mouton-Rothschield and Chateau Montrose 1973 | 7/6/2007 |
| Q: Do you have any advice as to the drinkability and value of the 1966 referenced above? Also, I ... A: These are both quite famous wines..altough they are getting just a little long in the tooth by now. ... | |
| What is this? | 7/2/2007 |
| Q: I have a gallon wine bottle that has fish all the way up from the base of the bottle. It stands ... A: This is a great bit of packaging from the old days---and might be of small interest to a bottle ... | |
| 1934 champagne | 7/2/2007 |
| Q: I have a very old bottle of champagne (Henriot Rheims) year 1934 in VERY good condition, and would ... A: Sadly, this wine is way too old to be of interest to a wine connoisseur. Most Champagnes, even the ... | |
| we got lots of old bottles of wine from 1995-1998 | 6/24/2007 |
| Q: I was just wondering if you could tell me if I should save these bottles of wine or drink them. My ... A: Sadly, all three of these wines were made to be consumed relatively young--within a few years of the ... | |
| Age of Red Wine | 6/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Hyatt Vineyards 2001 Merlot. I have stored at 65 degrees on it's side in our ... A: you ask a very good question. Hyatt wines are made to drink fairly early on in their lives--but the ... | |
| over the top? | 6/21/2007 |
| Q: I have found in my cellar, two bottles that I put down before divorce. My question is weather the ... A: There are no shortcuts! LOL. Actually, there are relatively few wines these days that are made for ... | |
| over the top? | 6/20/2007 |
| Q: I have found in my cellar, two bottles that I put down before divorce. My question is weather the ... A: The 1979 Raymond Zinfandel is probably a bit tired by now. Zinfandel doesn't usually last more than ... | |
| Paul Masson rare cream sherry | 6/19/2007 |
| Q: I just have a quick question. I recently received a bottle of Paul Masson rare cream sherry. The ... A: Sherry is a wine that originated in the Jerez region of Spain. (Sherry is a corruption of the ... | |
| Brookside Black Velvet Wine | 6/16/2007 |
| Q: Believer it or not I was reading an E-mail on your site about the Black Velvet Wine. I have a ... A: Black Velvet was a rich, and slightly sweet red wine...very smooth. There are a couple of things on ... | |
| champagne | 6/13/2007 |
| Q: I have a bottle of G.H. Mumm & Co. Cordon Rouge. Vintage 1933. I have a feeling that it's pretty ... A: Yep--you are right. Cordon Rouge is lovely stuff--but it really should be consumed within 5-10 ... | |
| which wine | 6/9/2007 |
| Q: What wine is the best for a responsible 23-year-old girl who has just graduated and is now a nurse? A: There is no right answer to your question, but let me give you a few ideas. Most wines all have ... | |
| Is this wine worth anything? | 5/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2 bottle gift set in a wood box with latches of Baron Philippe de Rothschild Mouton-Cadet. ... A: Mouton Cadet is a wine brand made by the Mouton Rothschild family--but while Chateau Mouton ... | |
| Champagne value | 5/21/2007 |
| Q: My mother has a boxed bottle of Champagne (with two glasses)her father purchased during WWII. We ... A: There aren't many Champagnes that will last more than twenty years--even under pefect storage ... | |
| value | 4/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1928 bottle of champagne ,produce of France and imported to the USA.(Carte ... A: Not even the greatest Champagnes last this long...and this wine never started out as great ... | |
| 1942 Bordeaux | 4/20/2007 |
| Q: My 98-year-old friend recently discovered 13 bottles of 1942 Chateau Léon Bordeaux/ Mähler Besse & ... A: Sadly, this wine is probably well past its prime. This is not a well-known chateau, and the wine ... | |
| Wine type | 4/17/2007 |
| Q: Mr. Wagner, I live in Northeast Georgia, just inside the South Carolina line. From the the ... A: Yes, there are some concerns about growing grapes in your neck of the woods. The first one is that ... | |
| old wine! | 4/15/2007 |
| Q: My father has a bottle of wine and wonders if the company is still in existance, and if the wine is ... A: Vintners was a co-op winery in South Australia--not known so much for quality as the quantity of ... | |
| 1970 Wine | 4/10/2007 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Chateau Mouton Rothschild from 1970 and wanted some help finding how much its ... A: With perfect storage conditions, this wine might well be worth over $500 a bottle. But unless you ... | |
| corks or other closures | 4/9/2007 |
| Q: I was recently at a party where a discussion erupted regarding fine wines. As we were discussing ... A: This is a question that would require a whole book to answer...so let me summarize things for you. ... | |
| Delbeck Champagne 1942 | 4/9/2007 |
| Q: My friend has a bottle of Elbe Champagne dated 1942 and she wonders if it has any value A: Sorry to say it, but this bottle is way past its prime. These wines were made to drink within a few ... | |
| Kastelet | 4/9/2007 |
| Q: I have what appears to be a 1979 Kastelet with notches on the bottle at 24 & V on the back label. ... A: This wine should probably have been opened quite a few years ago. It's from what is now called ... | |
| Chateau Mongravey | 3/23/2007 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 2000 Chateau Mongravey Margaux. Is this worth anything? A: 2000 was a really good year in Bordeaux, but this is not one of the great Chateaux. It should be ... | |
| old wine | 3/22/2007 |
| Q: I have a bottle of graves cruse 1934 bordeaux and i can't find any information about it could you ... A: I am sorry to be the bearer of sad news, but I think there are very few wines from this region, even ... | |
| wine dual zone free standing cellar | 3/20/2007 |
| Q: I'm looking for a decent dual zone wine cellar. We drink more red then white. Want around 30-40 ... A: I can't give you any guarantees, but I have worked with a couple of those Everstar units as part of ... | |
| 1969 bottle of Cordon Rouge Champagne | 3/18/2007 |
| Q: Is this worth keeping or can I throw it out? It was given to me because it reflects the ... A: Well...it is probably well over the hill: flat, tired, darker in color, lacking both fruit and ... | |
| Startup wine inventory and mix | 3/13/2007 |
| Q: I wanted to ask you whether there are some "rules of thumb" when it comes to defining the sales mix ... A: This is a great question, but the answer depends almost completely on your local market. I could ... | |
| Don Carlos Golden Cream Sherry | 3/5/2007 |
| Q: paul, My father has a bottle of Don Carlos Golden Cream Sherry imported from west indies corp. It ... A: I don't want to be the bearer of sad news, but chances are, this bottle wouldn't sell for much to ... | |
| flora springs | 2/28/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1982 napa valley caberet s. made by flora springs for Levi Strauss called Levi's Special ... A: 1982 wasn't a great year for Cabernet in the Napa Valley--most of those wines are pretty tired right ... | |
| 1976 Moet | 2/26/2007 |
| Q: I have a bottle of champagne that I am trying to find a value for. The Label reads Moet and Chandon ... A: Sorry, but I don't have great news for you on this one. This is bottle is not a reserve bottling, ... | |
| Food Pairing | 2/25/2007 |
| Q: Ok this might be a strange request. What would be an excellent food pairing with a 1995 Salon Blanc ... A: This isn't a strange request at all. If I were drinking this wine, I would want to make sure that ... | |
| champagne | 2/15/2007 |
| Q: I have a bottle of champagne, from the 96 Olympics, unopened. Wondering if the is a value to this ... A: Sorry to be the bearer of sad news, but most of these commemmorative bottles don't have great wine ... | |
| Wine search | 2/13/2007 |
| Q: I had no idea about wine, but I want to find a bottle of 1975 red wine for my boyfriend(He is born ... A: This is a very sweet idea, but it's a little more difficult than you might think. 1975 was a pretty ... | |
| how long can i keep a homemade wine? | 2/13/2007 |
| Q: ..i am trying to make grape wine as a gift to my bf .but i wonder how long can i keep the wine ... A: Wine will last a long time (at least a year--and the greatest wines in the world last for decades!) ... | |
| Date Wines | 2/6/2007 |
| Q: I have come across a 1976 Beringer Cabernet Napa Valley, 1995 Chateau de Pape and a 1969 Chateau ... A: Sorry to be the bearer of sad news, but I don't think there is a lot of money to made here. The ... | |
| Muscadine Red Wine | 2/5/2007 |
| Q: You got me all wrong. When I said LA,I meant Los Angeles, not Louisiana. Please answer my question ... A: Peter: Sorry about the confusion--but given that I get questions from all over the world, it was ... | |
| Muscadine Red Wine | 2/4/2007 |
| Q: I am interested to buy some muscadine red wine for health purpose. I live in LA but I can't find ... A: There are three wineries in Louisiana that produce Muscadine...why not call one of them? Casa De ... | |
| wine value | 2/2/2007 |
| Q: I have 9 bottles of Barolo 2000 La Loggia do you know the value so I can sell them A: This wine was selling at Trader Joe's a while back for about $13, and I don't thihk that it will ... | |
| collection wines | 2/1/2007 |
| Q: Could you please help me understant the procedures for importing collection wines in USA. What I ... A: There must be a little confusion here. The bottles of wine since the end of World War II have ... | |
| Are these wines okay to drink? | 1/19/2007 |
| Q: I have received many bottles of wine as gifts over the last couple of years and would love just to ... A: WOW! This is a lot of wines. Here are my thoughts: Night Owl 2004 Merlot--Good now or later ... | |
| Dessert Wine | 1/7/2007 |
| Q: I received a bottle of French Dessert Wine (Muscat de Saint Jean de Minervois) and had it in the ... A: Of all the wines in the world, this one should be able to withstand a little mistreatment. It has ... | |
| Barolo Shelf Life | 1/6/2007 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1997 Fontana Fredda Barolo. I wonder what is the shelf life of this red wine. I ... A: Barolos are one of those few wines that can really last a long time in the bottle. In fact, they ... | |
| Champagne | 1/6/2007 |
| Q: My partner has a bottle of Moet et Chandon Cuvee Dom Perignon Vintage 1993 which has been badly ... A: You are right to be concerned. This is a great bottle of wine, but wine has three great enemies as ... | |
| 1928 Vintage Charles Heidsieck Champagne | 1/5/2007 |
| Q: I have 1 bottle and 2 half bottles of champagne which were kept by my father, lying horizontally, in ... A: Let's take the last question first. What that means is that Heidsieck was an approved supplier to ... | |
| non-alcoholic wines | 1/5/2007 |
| Q: !!! Thanks-Jane A: There are lots of health benefits from moderate consumption of wine. Resveratrol and other ... | |
| Old Bottle of Moet &Chandon Champagne | 1/3/2007 |
| Q: My father-in-law brought a bottle of this champagne directly back from France to the US in 1955. It ... A: Sad to say, this bottle is probably too old to be very good. The very great Champagnes may age well ... | |
| Dom Perignon | 1/2/2007 |
| Q: I have an unopened bottle of Cuvee Dom Perignon vintage 1985. It has been stored in a refrigerator. ... A: You might be able to sell this for $100 or more on ebay...but storage in a fridge is not a good ... | |
| 1993 Lamborghini Colli del Trasimeno | 1/1/2007 |
| Q: I have recieved a bottle of 1993 Lamborghini Colli del Trasimeno red wine, presumably made at La ... A: This is not a wine made for long-term aging, but for drinking when it is fresh and fruity. It ... | |
| 1981 Taittingers Brut value | 1/1/2007 |
| Q: 1981 Taittinger Champagne Brut Blanc de Blancs Comtes de Champagne - I have a bottle of this left ... A: This is nice wine, but it is reaching the end of its life--and I would bet that you haven't stored ... | |
| wine | 12/31/2006 |
| Q: I have various 1997 california wines (cabs/merlots). I realize storage, etc. is important, but, ... A: Without really good storage conditions, it is really better to drink these kinds of wines within ... | |
| wine, -poor digestion - red face | 12/30/2006 |
| Q: I dink white wine because red gives headaches. White wine causes stomach upset and redish face. Is ... A: There are relatively few differences between red and white wines, chemically. Reds are slightly ... | |
| collector wines | 12/29/2006 |
| Q: For Christmas my brother received a bottle of wine from a friend who found it in her fathers garage. ... A: This wine was made years ago (it was releasesd in 1997) by the Delicato winery in the Central Valley ... | |
| Aging red wine | 12/28/2006 |
| Q: I have received a couple of bottles of red wine that I have been told to age for a few years. I am ... A: I think you are on the right track. Both of these wines will improve a bit with age. As red wines ... | |
| Ferdinand pieroth beerenauslese | 12/27/2006 |
| Q: I was looking for some information on a 1975 ferdinand pieroth beerenauslese from 1975 that I ... A: This is a strange one! I am not sure where to begin. I don't know if you know the Pieroth wines, ... | |
| D. Guillot - Bordeaux, France | 12/26/2006 |
| Q: I have a very old, D. Guillot, onion shaped bottle that has four sections. They contain: Apricot ... A: I have never seen one of these, but they do get some attention among antique bottle collectors. ... | |
| 1975 G.H. Mumm & Co. | 12/26/2006 |
| Q: I have what looks to be a 1975 bottle of Cordon Rouge/Champagne Brut by G.H. Mumm & Co. My parents ... A: G.H. Mumm is a grand old firm in Champagne, and Cordon Rouge is their house blend Brut--the ... | |
| Champagne | 12/24/2006 |
| Q: I was recently given a bottle of G.H. Mumm & Co. Carte Classique Extra Dry Champagne. I do not know ... A: This is a very popular Champagne. G. H. Mumm is one of the grand old houses, and their Extra Dry is ... | |
| Wine Ranking | 12/23/2006 |
| Q: Do you know where can I find an updated ranking list of wines scored by the year of the grape? A: Not all experts agree, so each ranking is going to be different. But you can find these on the wine ... | |
| Value of 2 bottles of champagne (1 very old) | 12/22/2006 |
| Q: We have receieved two gift bottles of champagne from a wine dealer and would like to know the value ... A: These are both nice wines, but I have to correct a misconception you have. "Depuis 1811" means that ... | |
| Vintage 1993 wine | 12/22/2006 |
| Q: I was in France in 1994 and picked up a bottle of the 50th aniiv. D-day wine. The vintage year is ... A: I am sorry to have to tell you that it is not worth anything. Beaujolais is the poster-child wine ... | |
| Roche Lacour 1994 Brut | 12/18/2006 |
| Q: I can't seem to find any information for this product in the Internet. All I seem to find is the ... A: Roche Lacour is from Limoux, which is a region in southern France. Its a sparkling wine made with ... | |
| Vintage 1955 Wing | 12/18/2006 |
| Q: My father has a bottle of C. Serchi, Firenze-Certalod- Italy, Vintage 1955 ITALROSA. It is unopened ... A: Well...I think you have a good idea already. This wine was made for drinking when it was reasonably ... | |
| 1966 Bottle Rene Lalou Champagne | 12/15/2006 |
| Q: Recently my boss and I found a bottle of Rene Lalou Champange from the GH Mumm & Co. that was given ... A: This is a tough one. The wine was absolutely terrific when it was made--one of my all time favorite ... | |
| Red Wine | 12/14/2006 |
| Q: I have several bottles of Red Wine given as gifts and was wondering what is the shelf (life) ... A: The answer to this question really depends on two things: the kinds of wine, and the storage ... | |
| french bottle of wine | 12/13/2006 |
| Q: I have a 1972 bottle of Grand Vin de Chateau Latour that was donated for an auction..is there any ... A: Latour is a great wine, but 1972 is a really terrible vintage. You might get someone to pay ... | |
| Old wine bottle | 12/8/2006 |
| Q: i have a unopened 1996 bottle of chianti gaetano daquino red wine Is it worth anything? A: This is not a wine that was made for long term aging, so it won't have a lot of value now. And 1996 ... | |
| Perrier - Jouet Belle Epoque 1995 | 12/8/2006 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Perrier - Jouet Belle Epoque 1995 Cuvee in box, can you give me an idea of its ... A: This is a tete de cuvee Champagne--the best that Perrier-Jouet makes. As such, it usually retails ... | |
| Hybrid Grape Varieties (vinifera) | 12/8/2006 |
| Q: Do you know where vines of Charmont or Doral can be bought? A: It's not a question of where--these vines should be available from some of the professional ... | |
| Champagne | 12/5/2006 |
| Q: I have recently discovered and have been advised it may be a rare vintage, a bottle of G H MUMM ... A: This is lovely wine, but unless it has been stored in perfect conditions, it may well be past its ... | |
| gauthier champagne 1947 | 12/1/2006 |
| Q: fonde 1858, epernay_france can you tell me of its value as i have tried on line with no success ... A: Even with perfect storage conditions, the wine inside this bottle is almost certainly way past its ... | |
| My 4 ft tall bottle of chianti | 11/29/2006 |
| Q: Whats up Paul? I have recently been given a set of 4 ft tall bottles of Chianti wine 1971. It has a ... A: These bottles were standard issue back in the day--every Chianti producer made some, so that they ... | |
| G.H. Mumm & Co Wine | 11/17/2006 |
| Q: I have a bottle of G.H Mumm Dec 25th 1958 Cordon Rouge corked. Serial # 4702158. I was wondering ... A: Sadly enough, this wine isn't worth much. Cordon Rouge is Mumm's house blend, and it really isn't ... | |
| Are these wines still good? | 11/17/2006 |
| Q: I have seventeen bottles of wine that were purchased during the past 5-7 years. I am wondering ... A: None of these wines was made for long term aging, so I would drink them up in the next year or two. ... | |
| still good? | 11/14/2006 |
| Q: I have a 1994 Louis Jadot Pouilly-Fuisse.Should it still be good, and if so should it be served ... A: This one is probably a bit over the hill. Most of the fruit will be gone, and it may have started ... | |
| sour wine | 11/7/2006 |
| Q: My next set of questions will be if I opened the bottle of red wine and closed it back with the cock ... A: The answer to your question is a little odd. Yes, you can simply put the cork back in the wine, and ... | |
| sour wine | 11/7/2006 |
| Q: I have opened a bottle of white wine and a bottle of red wine and had some of each. After that, I ... A: This is a great question. Red wines have tannin from the skins and seeds of the grapes. When they ... | |
| CHAMPAGNE VALUATION | 11/3/2006 |
| Q: I WAS WONDERING IF YOU COULD VALUE A BOTTLE OF 1966 DRY IMPERIAL MOET & CHANDON FOR ME. THANK YOU ... A: sadly, this bottle isn't worth much today. It's a bit too old to be interesting to wine ... | |
| Are My Wines Still Good | 10/31/2006 |
| Q: I have wines in my climate controlled wine cellar dating back to 1981 (Chateau La Mission Haut Brion ... A: The 1981 Chateau la Mission should be fine. The 83 Larose Trintaudon is not in the same class, and ... | |
| golden cream sherry | 10/30/2006 |
| Q: / jerez de la frontera at the top of the bottle it says 50 years old. do you think its still good or ... A: Sherry is a wine that is already oxidized when it goes into the bottle, so this might still taste ... | |
| Wine Snacks | 10/30/2006 |
| Q: I recently moved to a neighborhood where many of the wives are stay at home moms or retired. They ... A: The classic match with Cabernet Sauvignon is roast beef or lamb...maybe thinly sliced? That;s how ... | |
| Wine recomdation. | 10/29/2006 |
| Q: I am currently planning a meal that will feature as a main course broccoli and cheddar stuffed ... A: This is a nice dish, and you can match a lot of different wines to it. On the one hand, a lighter ... | |
| Dark and sweet....Part II..... | 10/27/2006 |
| Q: Wagner, Thanks for your great advice. I can't wait to try that Graham's Six Grape. I've ... A: Yes, Burgundy is a table wine--and I don't think there is another region in the world where you can ... | |
| Dark and sweet.... | 10/26/2006 |
| Q: Wagner, I'm looking for a new wine to enjoy. My wife likes her zinfandel, but I'm getting sick of ... A: Here are a few ideas that might meet your criteria: For a sparkling wine, try Brachetto d'Aqui. ... | |
| How to get mixed cocktail bottled and distributed? Follow Up. | 10/24/2006 |
| Q: I had no idea to expect such a swift response! I don't think that a law firm located in Napa is a ... A: I regret that I do not have a bottling resource for you. Your investment will depend on your ... | |
| How to get recipe for mixed cocktail patented, bottled and distributed? | 10/22/2006 |
| Q: My family runs a store and have been selling cocktails made with our own twist on traditional ... A: You can't really patent drinks--but you can trademark the names and copyright the recipes. The best ... | |
| g.h.mumm | 10/20/2006 |
| Q: Cleaning out the old wine cellar in Phila, PA. I have a 13 fluid ounce (10.5")bottle of Extra dry ... A: I am sorry to say that this is more trash than treasure. Extra Dry Champagne is not made for long ... | |
| Wine Shop in Southern California | 10/18/2006 |
| Q: Paul, My wife have recently fallen for wine, after returning from a trip from Paris & visiting ... A: Opening a wine shop requires a lot more than just wine knowledge. (and forgive me, but driving 15 ... | |
| valuation of collector bottle of champagne | 10/14/2006 |
| Q: I have a bottle of champagne from the 1986 Tattinger Collection - bottle artwork by Hans Hartung. ... A: Retailers seem to be selling this bottle at something between $230 and $300. Ebay had one on sale a ... | |
| CHATEAUNEUF DE PAPE | 10/12/2006 |
| Q: My colleagues and I had a question for you regarding wines from Chateauneuf de Pape. Since they use ... A: Yes, it is true that chateauneuf du pape is made from a blend of grapes, but that blend does stay ... | |
| Paul Masson rare Souzao port from 70's? cuvee no. 601S | 9/30/2006 |
| Q: I've got a bottle of Paul Masson Rare Souzao Port with a sticker on it that says cuvee no. 601S. We ... A: This is a lovely bottle of wine. It might be from the late 70's or early 80's. And because it is ... | |
| Is my wine still good? | 9/25/2006 |
| Q: I came across a bottle of 1979 Beaulieu Vineyard, Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet ... A: Sadly, your wine is probably too old to taste very good. The little bit of residue is one ... | |
| Wine | 9/10/2006 |
| Q: I have a bottle of French Wine from 1985. Its label reads Corbieres Rocbere Appellation Corbieres ... A: Corbieres is a region in southern France, where they make ripe red wines from Grenache and Syrah. ... | |
| Career's | 9/1/2006 |
| Q: I graduated 1 year ago with a double major of English and Hospitality (wine) and my professor gave ... A: Most wineries use marketing people, and public relations positions also exist. All of these have ... | |
| red wine | 8/16/2006 |
| Q: My husband and I are trying to find a red wine to drink every night for the health benefits. We are ... A: Most red wines are rather dry, and not at all punch-like, as I bet you have discovered! But there ... | |
| two wines | 8/16/2006 |
| Q: we drank the Chateau Meyneau which was very enjoyable. Regarding the chateauneuf du pape 1990, ... A: Albert Bichot is a negociant in Burgundy, which is to the North of Chateauneuf du Pape, and where ... | |
| ranking of wine producing states | 8/15/2006 |
| Q: Do you know where I can find out where Missouri ranks in wine production among all U.S. states? ... A: The statistics are hard to come by, because the acreage keeps changing every year. But that said, ... | |
| Wine Valuation | 8/13/2006 |
| Q: . about 28 years ago as a child on a visit to France, I purchased a 1972 Chateau Petit-Gravet Grand ... A: I am sorry to say that this wine won't have much value on the open market. 1972 was not a good year ... | |
| Black Velvet | 8/13/2006 |
| Q: Since Brookside is no longer in business is there any wine that would compare. A: As I recall, Black Velvet was a sweeter red wine that had some Black Muscat in it. There are still ... | |
| How to effectively market a wine shop in Santa Barbara or San Diego? | 7/27/2006 |
| Q: We're thinking of creating our own wine shop either in Santa Barbara or San Diego. Do you have any ... A: The real secret for success in most retail shops is foot traffic. You need to get people out of ... | |
| two wines | 7/27/2006 |
| Q: I have two bottles of wine that i know nothing about. One is a chatuaux neuf du pape 1990 and the ... A: These might be pretty good wines, but I would need a littl more information about them. 1990 was a ... | |
| marketing expert | 7/26/2006 |
| Q: I have a young importing company and have obtained a lot of new wines from Italy. I am in desperate ... A: I actually teach Wine Marketing all over the world, and regularly provide this kind of consultation ... | |
| What would my favorite white wine smell like? | 7/21/2006 |
| Q: Followup To Question - Hi: In the following experiment, I take one of the dryest types of French ... A: That's not an easy question to answer. In fact, Andy Waterhouse at UC Davis wrote a book about it a ... | |
| What would my favorite white wine smell like? | 7/21/2006 |
| Q: In the following experiment, I take one of the dryest types of French white wine that -- of all the ... A: If the wine is not made in oak, (stainless steel is often used for other wines) then the wine would ... | |
| What would my favorite white wine smell like? | 7/21/2006 |
| Q: In the following experiment, I take one of the dryest types of French white wine that -- of all the ... A: This experiment sounds a bit silly, but the flavors and aromas in the wine are not just created by ... | |
| Wine Recomendations from this list | 7/21/2006 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could offer a suggestion for two wines from this list. one White and one Red. ... A: The first question you have to ask is what kinds of wines your mother enjoys most. It is her day, ... | |
| cognac storage | 7/15/2006 |
| Q: Do you have any suggestions for the home storage of cognac? (REMY Martin V.S.O.P. fine champagne ... A: Happily, the high alcoholic content of cognac and other distilled spirits protects them pretty well ... | |
| champagne | 7/14/2006 |
| Q: I have kept champagne bottles of Moet and Chandon White Star,Korbel 2000 Millennium, and G.H. Mumm ... A: Yes, these wines are probably still pretty good. The Chablis is almost certainly very tired...but ... | |
| Chateau Lafite Rothschild | 7/11/2006 |
| Q: I have a properly stored, excellent condition label, bottle of Chateau Lafite Rothschild, 1982. Can ... A: If this wine was stored perfectly ( and you can prove that, somehow ) bottles of this wine are ... | |
| Akiva Wine | 7/10/2006 |
| Q: any idea how old this bottle may be or can I contact Funen wine direct?I have a very unusual shaped ... A: I am sorry, but I can't find a contact for the Funen wine company. It may well have gone out of ... | |
| types of wine glasses | 7/7/2006 |
| Q: But, I've seen 22 oz. wine glasses and larger? When is it ok to use these?Hi. I have a question ... A: Hah! I have a couple of those--mine may even be a little larger than that. They are a complete ... | |
| types of wine glasses | 7/7/2006 |
| Q: I have a question about the different types of wine glasses. For example, bordeaux and burgandy wine ... A: This is a great question. If you read all the glass company information, you would believe that to ... | |
| Wine enquiry | 7/5/2006 |
| Q: I have recently inherited several bottles of french red wine and would like to know is they have any ... A: Harrison, There are several great sites on the web which can assist you with the current value of ... | |
| Aging of wine | 6/28/2006 |
| Q: This is all that is written on the bottle. Most is in German. Riesling Qualitatswein 2000 ... A: This is perfect. The fact that it is a qualitatswein means that it is pretty good quality, but not ... | |
| Aging of wine | 6/27/2006 |
| Q: I have a 2002 reisling I purchased while in Germany. It is a beautiful bottle of a castle we ... A: This could be quite good...but you will have to tell me a little more about the wine. Do you know ... | |
| Browne Vintners Co. item | 6/12/2006 |
| Q: I have a platter that is stamped with Browne Vintners Co. NY.NY. on the back. I know that they make ... A: This is a promotional item that Brown Vintners developed to help sell its wines years ago. There is ... | |
| Dom Ruinart Rose | 6/11/2006 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1978 Dom Ruinart Rose, can you tell me a little bit about this vintage. A: This is a very nice wine from a very good vintage--but most people would agree that a 1978 Champagne ... | |
| is the bottle worth anything | 6/10/2006 |
| Q: i have a unopened 1971 bottle of chianti"frescobaldi" dry red wine. the bottle is almost 4 feet ... A: This was a fun bottling of Chianti--but it was made for display, not for long term aging. THe wine ... | |
| Futures | 6/7/2006 |
| Q: In the States can one buy Burgundy Futures like Bordeaux? A: Not usually. Bordeaux's industry was created by bankers, and Burgundy's by farmers. THey think ... | |
| Opening a wine shop | 6/6/2006 |
| Q: I am putting together a business plan to open a wine shop. I am proceeding very slowly with my plan. ... A: You have a big job ahead of you. I would suggest you look into a couple of things, before you leap ... | |
| Sweet wine | 6/6/2006 |
| Q: Do you know where I can obtain "Malvasia Bianca"? It was a sweet white wine -- not as heavy as a ... A: There are a few wineries in California that produce Malvasia Bianca. I think Sterling Vineyards in ... | |
| importing wine | 6/5/2006 |
| Q: I am interested in importing wine and some other products from Italy to the United States. I have ... A: There is not a great source of information on how to get started with this. You will need a license ... | |
| Value if any bottle of MELINI CHIANTI CLASSICO 1966 | 6/5/2006 |
| Q: I have an unopened bottle of Melini Chiantic Classico 1966. Do you know if this is a collectors ... A: Yes, it is a good to fair wine--or rather was. This wine was really best drunk ten to twenty years ... | |
| Wine style | 6/4/2006 |
| Q: Can you suggest a wine style to go with a dish of chicken in cream sauce. Thx. A: This is easy---not because there is a perfect match, but because this dish goes with so many ... | |
| WINES COLD OR ROOM TEMP | 6/3/2006 |
| Q: IS WINE BETTER SERVED ROOM TEMP/ COLD / ? DOES IT CHANGE THE TASTE OR TEXTURE OF THE WINE\\r ... A: Yes, the temperature of the wine makes a big difference. Generally, colder wines tastes fresher and ... | |
| About sediment | 6/2/2006 |
| Q: Mr.Wagner I work at liquor store. One day, a old lady called and said that she found something in a ... A: Without seeing the bottle, I can't be sure. But many wines precipitate out tartaric acid into ... | |
| What is sweet wine | 5/31/2006 |
| Q: I am trying to prepare a paper that requires me to make reference to the term sweet wine. So I am ... A: It is a bit easier to explain dry wine. Yeast eats the sugar in grape juice, and produces alcohol. ... | |
| calories in white wine spritzers | 5/30/2006 |
| Q: is there less calories in a white wine spritzer than there s in a glass of white ine of the wine ... A: Wine has about 100 calories per four ounce serving, and that is pretty standard. Sweeter wines may ... | |
| opened wine | 5/30/2006 |
| Q: I recently found a bottle of wine sitting in the refrigerator in my basement. It had been opened in ... A: Wine certainly does go bad--and in the worst case, it can turn to vinegar. For most wines, the real ... | |
| Italian wine | 5/30/2006 |
| Q: A friend said that his favorite wine in the world comes from Italy and it is called "SSS." I have ... A: The wine your friend likes is really called " Est Est Est" and there is a great legend to go with ... | |
| wine | 5/29/2006 |
| Q: I have a Glass grape wine bottle that has never been opened its from ITALIA, on the tag it says" ... A: Nice to hear from you again. Orvieto is quite a famous wine, from the region near the city of ... | |
| wine | 5/29/2006 |
| Q: I have two unopend vintage 1949 ALADO wine at least that is what it says in the front, its a lisbon ... A: Nice to hear from you again. This is an inexpensive red wine from Portugal, and is certainly past ... | |
| wine | 5/29/2006 |
| Q: I have a beautiful antiqe wine that looks like a potery it is rock like and it has nice texure on ... A: I don't know if what you have is truly original. Pure gold is 24 carat, so I don't think yours is ... | |
| barbaresco wine | 5/29/2006 |
| Q: I have an unopend bottle of a Barbaresco wine from 1960, it is dark color bottle with a gold sighn ... A: I am sorry to have to tell you that this bottle is probably too old to have any real value. As ... | |
| shelf life of wine in a liquor store | 5/21/2006 |
| Q: How long will "non-vintage" wine last sitting on a store shlef? The store I buy from, has many ... A: This isa good question, but the answer has a lot of variables. Let's work through them one by one: ... | |
| recieved an old bottle of wine as a gift | 5/17/2006 |
| Q: I recently recieved a bottle of kendermann wine. the label sais 1972 liebfraumilch rosenhag. I ... A: If this were one of the best wines from 1971 or 1976, then it might really be worth something. But ... | |
| MADEIRA WINE | 5/16/2006 |
| Q: PAUL THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME TO ANSWER MY QUESTION ABOUT THIS BOTTLE OF WINE I HAVE . THE LABEL ... A: I wish I could tell you more about this. Madeira in the good old days was usually named not for the ... | |
| European Wine Market | 5/16/2006 |
| Q: Mr Wagner, I saw your question, (posted in 2004) researching importers in Europe as part of your ... A: I am sorry to say that I do not have many contacts that are distributors or retailers in Europe. I ... | |
| About Certificate | 5/5/2006 |
| Q: Mr. Wagner My name is Janie Lee. I'm a student and also work at liquor store as a manager in New ... A: There are at least four great programs that can help you. Kevin Zraly in New York has his Windows ... | |
| Price per ounce | 5/1/2006 |
| Q: What is the standard ounce per for restarunt consuption. What tips might you give for lowering my ... A: This depends a bit on the market, but generally a by the glass pour is five ounces...giving you five ... | |
| "Re-chilled" white wine | 5/1/2006 |
| Q: We have a number of bottles of white wine that had been in our refrigerator but were taken out and ... A: If your bottles were unopened initially, it should be fine to go ahead and chill them again before ... | |
| wine | 4/24/2006 |
| Q: My boyfriend asked me the other day if you could make wine from something other than grapes. At ... A: Generally, you can make wine from just about any fruit that has juice and sugar--the sugar ferments, ... | |
| food & wine matching | 4/19/2006 |
| Q: I was wondering what wines work for vegetarian dishes. I am not quite into drier wines as of yet, ... A: I have to admit that I am a little confused by your question. I will tell you that you should drink ... | |
| How to open a wine shop | 3/14/2006 |
| Q: Paul, I also am interested in opening a wine shop on the East Coast, in Philadelphia. A work ... A: this is a very tough business. If you have not already started a business, a wine shop is not the ... | |
| Wine and Health | 3/13/2006 |
| Q: I'm guessing this is probably not your usual question but I was reading that 2 glasses of wine a day ... A: This is actually a good question! For these sorts of stories, they are talking about a glass of ... | |
| chorey cote de beaune | 3/13/2006 |
| Q: I know the region around Beaune is obviously the Cote de Beaune. But what does the word chorey ... A: Chorey is just a small town in the Cote de Beaune. So the wines there can be called simply Cote de ... | |
| wine & beer | 3/9/2006 |
| Q: Which came first? Wine or beer? A: This is a great question--and the true answer is that nobody knows. But to make beer, you have to ... | |
| complimenting wines | 3/8/2006 |
| Q: I recently begun exploring different wine and food combinations. I was wondering if you might ... A: Absolutely! This is an easy one. German and Austrian wines match really nicely with these ... | |
| maker of a wine | 2/25/2006 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Counterpoint wine, Cabernet Sauvignon, and I would like to know about the winery ... A: This is a wine made by Laurel Glen winery, and owner Patrick Campbell is quite an interesting ... | |
| Which wine | 2/18/2006 |
| Q: i hope you can help me. A few years ago now i was at a bbq and tried some red wine that someone had ... A: There are a couple of wines that might fit this description. Both Pinot Noir and Cotes du Rhone ... | |
| Brookside Winery-Black Velvet Light Grape Wine | 2/14/2006 |
| Q: This bottle of wine was given to my father over 30 years old and was just found in my parents home ... A: Are you any relation to Sara? She just asked me the same question! Here is my answer to her: What ... | |
| Brookside winery, black velvet grape | 2/13/2006 |
| Q: I found a old bottle of black velvet grape wine and I was wondering if someone could tell me how old ... A: What I have to tell you is somewhat disappointing. Yes, Brookside winery used to make this ... | |
| 1975 Wine | 2/13/2006 |
| Q: Greetings, I received a gift of 2 bottles of what looks to be Italian wine. not being a wine ... A: This is a nice bottle of wine from the Umbria region, south of Tuscany. The grapes they use are the ... | |
| Champagne | 2/6/2006 |
| Q: I hope this isnt below you. I am looking to find a bottle of Champagne. It is rather inexpensive ... A: I don't think you will find many Champagnes at this price point...but maybe what you had was a ... | |
| Is this wine drinkable? | 1/29/2006 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Kenwood '83 Cab. from Sonoma and I don't know if it is drinkable or if it still ... A: Your 1983 Kenwood cab may be past its prime....but it certainly won't hurt you. When wines age, ... | |
| When did it become common... | 1/19/2006 |
| Q: When did it become common practice to bottle wine as it is done today? And how/why did it happen? ... A: Wines first started being bottled with corks in the late 1600's, when they discovered that wine ... | |
| Chilling wine | 1/7/2006 |
| Q: Is there a general rule as to which wines should be chilled and which should be served unchilled? ... A: Yes, there is a general rule. White wines should be served chilled at about 50-55 degrees, and red ... | |
| honey wine | 12/29/2005 |
| Q: can you give me a list of honey wines that i can purchase? A: There are not a lot of honey wines for sale in the USA---and most are of very small production, and ... | |
| Marsala Wine | 12/27/2005 |
| Q: Paul. Just one more question. You said it will last "at least a month." What is the MAXIMUM shelf ... A: It's really a question of taste. A Marsala connoisseur would easily notice after about a ... | |
| Marsala Wine | 12/27/2005 |
| Q: I just opened a bottle of sweet Marsala Wine to cook with and would like to know if it needs to be ... A: The biggest enemy of wine is air---but Marsala is a wine that is already oxidized, because it is ... | |
| Turkey Dinner | 12/22/2005 |
| Q: I will be preparing my first traditional turkey dinner for Christmas and was wondering which wine ... A: This is a great question--and a hard one to answer, because it depends on how you cook the turkey. ... | |
| Qty of Alcohol | 12/22/2005 |
| Q: Are all wines alcoholic? If so, how alcoholic are they? Is Red wine better than white with regard to ... A: By definition, wines are alcoholic. There are a few non-alcoholic "wines" on the market. They are ... | |
| Wine-of-the-Month Clubs | 12/21/2005 |
| Q: What is your favorite wine-of-the-month club? Thank you. A: I don't actually belong to a wine-of-the-month club. There are some good ones--particular Sterling ... | |
| Rose flavor sparkling wine | 12/21/2005 |
| Q: I don't know a thing about wine, so I hope you can lead me in the right direction. When I was in ... A: The floral, sparkling wine of Italy is quite famous--it is Asti Spumanti. It comes from Asti, in ... | |
| Gluhwein | 12/21/2005 |
| Q: I am attempting to make traditional German Gluhwein, and the recipe calls for dry red wine. What is ... A: Good for you! This is a great traditional holiday drink. As for which wine--much of the alcohol ... | |
| Where to start | 12/20/2005 |
| Q: I am interested in trying wine, however I have no idea where to start. The only wines I have had are ... A: Don't worry about this too much--you are already well on your way. There are basically three colors ... | |
| non alcoholic wine | 12/19/2005 |
| Q: Please can you tell me if there are currently on the market any good non-alcoholic wines which ... A: I am sorry, but I have bad news on this one. While there are non-alcoholic wines on the market, the ... | |
| recommended wines | 12/16/2005 |
| Q: We are currently living in Cairo where we cannot buy imported wine, and we will be visiting home for ... A: I have always resisted carrying lots of wine abroad---it is such a pain the neck! But I certainly ... | |
| sparkling wine | 12/3/2005 |
| Q: Whats the diffrence between sparkling wine and champagen. Im sure im not the only one that thinks ... A: Sparkling wine is wine with bubbles. That's the easy part. Legally, Champagne is sparkling wine ... | |
| wine brand | 11/30/2005 |
| Q: Paul, I have a few bottles of wine and was wondering if you could tell me if it is a good year and ... A: I am afraid I don't really have great news for you on this one. THis is a wine that was made to be ... | |
| Wine for collecting | 11/30/2005 |
| Q: Paul, I ahve recently been enjoying wine very much and was wondering waht kind of wine(white or ... A: There are a lot of variables here, so I am hesitant to recommend specific wines. But here are a few ... | |
| WINE DRYNESS | 11/16/2005 |
| Q: PAUL,WE'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR A CHART WHICH SHOWS THE TASTE [DRY TO SWEET] OF DIFFERENT WINES AND ... A: Der Jerold: This is a very, very tough question. It is one of the most commonly asked questions ... | |
| question about storing wine | 11/13/2005 |
| Q: So, I should put a bottle stopper in it and just put it in the fridge? Isn't the temperature ... A: Yep--my friend just uses the old cork...just don't lay the wine completely on it side. It might ... | |
| question about storing wine | 11/13/2005 |
| Q: I was wondering what do I do if I open a bottle of wine and only drink 1 or 2 glasses? It's not ok ... A: Yes, it absolutely is OK to put the rest of a bottle of wine in the refrigerator---at least for a ... | |
| value of bottle of champagne | 11/2/2005 |
| Q: I have a bottle moet & chandon white seal champagne registered april 19th 1887 unopened.I was told ... A: This is a fund question! Simply put, there are three things that determine the value of a bottle of ... | |
| the right wine for tonight | 10/29/2005 |
| Q: I don't know much about wine, so I hope my question isn't below your level of expertise. But I've ... A: This isn't below my level of expertise--it's above it! After all, only you know what kind of wines ... | |
| Brunella decanters | 10/25/2005 |
| Q: Our very good friends raved about a Brunella wine they had when in Tuscany. They also talked about ... A: The shape of the decanter really doesn't matter---they all work about the same. Just pick one that ... | |
| where can I find info on old bottles of wine | 10/22/2005 |
| Q: I was curious about an old bottle of wine that my mom has. It was a gift given to a celeberity and ... A: I am sorry to tell you that this bottle is a movie prop, not a real bottle. Wine wasn't bottled in ... | |
| wine | 10/19/2005 |
| Q: Bad luck that I am from Brisbane, Australia rather the areas that you mentioned. Now I am searching ... A: This is such a large topic--it is very hard to put all of this in an e-mail. 1. There are lots ... | |
| Wine questions | 10/17/2005 |
| Q: We are doing an research report about wines. Could you please list about 15 possible features that ... A: This is quite a complicated question. On the one hand, what distinguishes wines from one another is ... | |
| A knockout from 1995? | 10/13/2005 |
| Q: I'm looking for a knockout 1995 wine as a 10th anniversary gift, but the problem is that my husband ... A: What a sweet idea! And it sounds as if you have a good start with your list of what he likes. ... | |
| italy | 10/10/2005 |
| Q: i'm looking for a good and serious way to study wine and oenoligy in italy (or any other place in ... A: There are excellent universities that offer courses in wine. Montpellier in France is perhaps the ... | |
| noise spoils wine? | 10/10/2005 |
| Q: Greetings: I write a question and answer column for the Star Tribune. Can you answer the following ... A: This is a great question---and it made me smile a little bit, too. Normally, we say that the ... | |
| The Best Chianti | 10/8/2005 |
| Q: I need to buy a bottle of Chianti as a special gift, I heard 1999 was the best year. Which is the ... A: Most of the last vintages, with the exception of the 2002, are pretty good. Look for a Chianti ... | |
| wine class | 10/6/2005 |
| Q: My husband has been making beer for 15+ years and has been making wine for about 2 years. He really ... A: There are loads of classes for home winemakers, from those offered by local winemaking supply stores ... | |
| wine as a gift | 10/4/2005 |
| Q: I'll be honest. I know absolutely nothing about wine. I am currently in Scotland and will be ... A: This is a lovely question...but a difficult one! Actually, London is a great place to buy wine, ... | |
| selling wine | 9/21/2005 |
| Q: I am interested in starting a business brokering wine. I would like to put my own private specialty ... A: You will need a license to distribute wine, wherever you live. That license is granted by your own ... | |
| getting red wine too cold | 9/13/2005 |
| Q: Is it possible to get red wine too cold - as in, is it safe to keep it in the refrigerator for a ... A: In fact, this is the BEST way to keep an open bottle of wine, red or white. Just warm it up again a ... | |
| indicators | 9/9/2005 |
| Q: what are the indicators for and what do they mean on red and white wines? A: I am sorry, but I don't know what you mean by "indicators." Can you give me a little more ... | |
| white wine | 8/31/2005 |
| Q: I have recently had a dry white wine with a distict taste of pepper that I really enjoyed but I do ... A: That is a tough one. Usually pepper is associated with red wines more than whites. In fact, pepper ... | |
| The etiquette of drinking | 8/27/2005 |
| Q: Sometime, somewhere, I have been told that although it is proper to toast with wine having the ... A: Different countries have very different traditions. In some countries, you need to make sure to ... | |
| calvados | 8/24/2005 |
| Q: Greetings! I am interested in calvados. I realize that there are many varieties, but is there a ... A: Calvados is lovely stuff...and while a little goes a long way, it is one of the real delights of ... | |
| Damaged Cork | 8/11/2005 |
| Q: I have experienced trying to pull out corks that seems to have been too damp. It eventually ended up ... A: This is a good question...and I have a few answers for you. Generally, corks hold up pretty well ... | |
| White Wine | 8/8/2005 |
| Q: I am looking for a very dry white wine but cannot seem to find anything quite dry enough since ... A: This is a great question--and shows that you have an excellent palate! Champagne is not only quite ... | |
| Wine terminology | 8/2/2005 |
| Q: I'm trying to track down the origin of the term, 'flight of wine'. A: I am sorry I cannot give you the complete history of this term--have you checked the Oxford English ... | |
| Good/Bad Wine | 7/25/2005 |
| Q: I have people who claims that they are frequent wine drinkers therefore claiming that they know how ... A: This is a great question. I judge at a lot of wine competitions, and we basically approach your ... | |
| California Beringer white wine | 7/13/2005 |
| Q: I recently had a white California Beringer wine at my bosses' house, and it was one of the sweetest ... A: I think you should find a new boss! Here is a link to the website for Nightengale, Beringer's ... | |
| wines | 7/12/2005 |
| Q: What kind of wine goes good with foods like chicken, lamb, and roast? A: This is a very big question--whole books have been written about it. One place you can go for help ... | |
| What do I bring? | 6/22/2005 |
| Q: Paul, Just was invited to a gathering of friends... The host couple, has developed a knowledge and ... A: You have two options here. One is to try and guess what would make your hosts really, really happy: ... | |
| storing wine | 6/12/2005 |
| Q: I came back from Belgium (to Canada)last summer with a wine cellar (120 bottles). I purchased it ... A: This is a bit of a puzzle. The best storage for wine is something that is cool, dark, and quiet. ... | |
| Gwertztraminer Wine | 6/3/2005 |
| Q: My wife & I are wine rubes, we accept that, but I'm curious about a wine that in general we always ... A: First of all, let me just say that you have excellent taste. Gewurztraminer is a wonderful grape, ... | |
| does cord digest ? and also sulfites question | 5/28/2005 |
| Q: I just opened a good bottle of wine (around $20.00 to give you an idea). Italian. I thought I was ... A: First of all, that isn't cork dust--those small particles are really tartaric acid--the signature ... | |
| Sauvignon Blanc??? | 5/16/2005 |
| Q: I have a question about a wine I had at dinner not to long ago. It was sauvignon blanc and the only ... A: The two regions of France that produce Sauvignon Blanc in significant quantities are Bordeaux and ... | |
| Lettiing the Wine "Breath" | 5/5/2005 |
| Q: Is it really necessary to let the wine "breath" after opening a bottle? Is there a difference, in ... A: There is a lot of controversy about this. Many young red wines that are made for long-term aging ... | |
| wine kits | 5/5/2005 |
| Q: after adding the yeast I noticed the bentonite - I quickly stirred it in - Can this wine be saved? - ... A: I am sorry to be the bearer of some sad news...but that Potassium Sorbate has only one goal--and ... | |
| Wine and Food | 5/3/2005 |
| Q: Have a few questions . . . Light, simple flavors in foods are best appreciated when accompanied by ... A: Light, simple flavors in foods are best appreciated when accompanied by what kind of wine? Lighter, ... | |
| Hendry | 4/17/2005 |
| Q: Have you every herd of Hendry? Its a zinfandel from Napa Valley. What do you think is better, the ... A: I think the Block 28 has a bit of a darker fruit, earthy, character, while the Block 7 is a bit more ... | |
| Which wine with which food? | 3/21/2005 |
| Q: Where can I find information to help me select the wine that best matches what foods I serve? ... A: What a lovely name--and a good question, too! The best website I know for this is eatdrinkdine.com ... | |
| Want a sweet wine | 3/11/2005 |
| Q: Your advice is great. I knew Trimbach wine was good stuff but I didn't know it was that good. I ... A: The Nouveau wines in November are a kind of Beaujolais, but they aren't really sweet, just very ... | |
| Want a sweet wine | 3/11/2005 |
| Q: I would love to have a larger repatoir of wine liking but there is very few that I've really liked. ... A: The Trimbach wines are among the greatest wines in the world! Not that it helps answer your ... | |
| about a weird wine | 2/27/2005 |
| Q: on my 21st birthday a friend of mine bought me a wine called vampire. its from translvania, im 23 ... A: You didn't say if this was a red wine or white wine. But the Vampire wines are relatively ... | |
| Reisling wines | 2/22/2005 |
| Q: I would like to know which Reisling wines are dry, semi dry or sweet. I am new to learning about ... A: You have asked one of the tough questions in wine. Some regions make dry Riesling: Alsace, and ... | |
| top 10 wine and grape producing countries | 2/3/2005 |
| Q: I am A wine marketing student and need to find the data on what countries were the top ten ... A: I think that winebiz.com might have this info, or Gomberg Frederickon....but you may have to ... | |
| Wines in Eastern Europe | 2/3/2005 |
| Q: I know very little about the wine industry in Eastern Europe. What wines (from what regions) would ... A: There are some interesting wines being made in some parts of Eastern Europe: Hungary and Romania ... | |
| white wines | 1/21/2005 |
| Q: would appreciate suggestions re favorite white wines in the $20 range thank you A: I think the best white wines for the money right now are New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs, German ... | |
| Un opened white wine | 1/15/2005 |
| Q: We found an unopend bottle of Glen Ellen Proprietor's Reserve dated 1993. It's certainly not ... A: The wine won't hurt you--wine has such high levels of acidity and alcohol that no real pathogens can ... | |
| types | 1/9/2005 |
| Q: what wines go good with certain foods, like chicken, lamb, and italian food? A: This is a huge question--there are whole books and websites about the subject. In general terms ... | |
| wine served with venison liver? | 1/3/2005 |
| Q: I've been invited to a special dinner of venison liver made with red wine, onions and probably ... A: This is quite a traditional dish--and it goes beautifully with a nice Cotes du Rhone. Try one from ... | |
| First 100 pt wine ? | 1/2/2005 |
| Q: What was the first wine awarded 100 pts by wine spectator? A: According to my friends at the Wine Spectator, the first 100 point wine was the Domaine de la ... | |
| Table red wine | 12/18/2004 |
| Q: I would very much like to enjoy a good red wine with dinner. I am 62 years old and have consumed my ... A: I have to admit, though, that this is a tough one. There are lots of different kinds of wines, with ... | |
| could my champagne have gone bad? | 12/17/2004 |
| Q: I received a bottle of 1995 Grande Annee Bollinger 2 years ago, that I have kept for sentimental ... A: Great Champagne will last quite a while. I recently had a bottle of 1986 Dom Perignon that was ... | |
| Wine Pairings | 12/15/2004 |
| Q: Mr. Wagner, I plan to serve both ham and lamb this holiday season. What varieties would you ... A: Let's take each one of these separately. For ham, my favorite wine is Rielsing, either on the dry ... | |
| homemade wine making. | 12/12/2004 |
| Q: I live in Iran and you know we have alcohole probation law here.So we have to resort to make our own ... A: Since you live in the ancestral home of the wine grape, you should be able to make wine from both ... | |
| quality of misplaced wines | 12/12/2004 |
| Q: I have two bottles of wine given to us on our childrens births that were put away in a wooden ... A: I am sorry to be the bearer of sad news, but neither of these two wines was ever meant to be aged ... | |
| beujoulais nouvoux | 12/8/2004 |
| Q: but how about the 2002 I found in the basement?HOw long does this keep? I understand it's best to ... A: Lissa: Yeah....the 2002 is probably well over the hill. It won't hurt you, but it will probably ... | |
| beujoulais nouvoux | 12/8/2004 |
| Q: HOw long does this keep? I understand it's best to drink it young, but how long until its ... A: Beaujolais Nouveaux is best when it is young--and that means within a year of the vintage date. It ... | |
| Chardonnay Fun | 12/6/2004 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 2001 Chardonnay from the Santa Barbara region. I am thinking of giving it to ... A: This is a simple one--the wine should be in optimum shape right now, and so all they have to do is ... | |
| chocolate flavored wine | 12/3/2004 |
| Q: I'm trying to locate a French chocolate flavored wine recommended by a friend. She had the wine at ... A: I know the wine you mean--it is Banyuls, from southern France. It isn't really flavored with ... | |
| cabernet franc | 11/26/2004 |
| Q: What are the typical characteristics(appearance, aroma and taste) or wines made from Cabernet Franc? ... A: Cabernet Franc is related to Cabernet Sauvignon, but has some different flavor characteristics. Cab ... | |
| one for thanksgiving | 11/24/2004 |
| Q: i am quite new to wine, having drunk mostly scotch for years, but i'd like to increase my palate to ... A: For turkey, I think it depends on the rest of the meal. With a tart cranberry sauce on the table, I ... | |
| French wimes | 11/23/2004 |
| Q: My family and I will spend two weeks in Paris next year and to really make our experience complete ... A: You can get some French wines here in the supermarkets, but you will be really surprised at how many ... | |
| VODKA | 11/21/2004 |
| Q: I have a bottle of vodka in my refrigerator that has been there at least 5 years. The bottle has ... A: Yes, the bottle of Vodka in your fridge is still fine. VOdka is about 40-50% pure aclohol, and ... | |
| Fermentation | 11/8/2004 |
| Q: I´m working in a school work about wines, Our theme is the diferent kind of chemical products used ... A: The reason you can't find much about this is that there aren't really many chemicals used to ... | |
| wine flavors | 11/1/2004 |
| Q: I have a question about the different flavors that are evident in wine. I have a basic ... A: This is a great question. There are a few flavors, such as the vanilla that comes from oak barrels, ... | |
| White Wine | 10/30/2004 |
| Q: Paul... I know this is a question I should already know the answer to, but I wanted to know if all ... A: WIth very few exceptions, white wines should be served at about 55-60 degrees F. IF they are room ... | |
| wine info | 10/26/2004 |
| Q: It's a Spanish wine {Red wine} I would be very grateful for information like grape variety, quality ... A: I can tell you a bit about Marques de Riscal--a very nice Rioja wine from Northern Spain...made from ... | |
| Brookside Winery- Black Velvet Wine | 10/23/2004 |
| Q: I was a great fan of the Brookside Winery and was very unhappy to see them close. Their wines were ... A: The Brookside wines have not been available for a few years now---I doubt you would be able to find ... | |
| Australian Sparkling Red Wines | 10/19/2004 |
| Q: Ever since returning from Australia, I have been trying in vain and without success, to locate ... A: The answer to this may lie in where you live. I know these products are available in California--JV ... | |
| 1896 Galiano Liqure | 10/13/2004 |
| Q: How much is it worth if any thing never been opened A: Sadly, liquers don't improve with age. The high alcohol content helps preserve the liquid, but it ... | |
| wine service | 9/30/2004 |
| Q: I'm have become very interested in wine, and I have been pondering in changing careers, more of ... A: The main reason that California wines are more expensive on the East Coast is that there are both ... | |
| wine service | 9/29/2004 |
| Q: I'm have become very interested in wine, and I have been pondering in changing careers, more of ... A: There is an old saying...the best way to make a small fortune in the wine business is to start with ... | |
| Wine | 9/26/2004 |
| Q: Is German wines labelled Auslese invariable dry A: Auslese is a measure of the ripeness of the grapes at harvest....and Auslese grapes are pretty ripe. ... | |
| Wine | 9/23/2004 |
| Q: Recently, I have been purchasing some red wines which recommend that they are decantered first. Can ... A: There are two reasons to decant wine. The first, and traditional reason, is that the wines are ... | |
| Playing music to grapes | 9/21/2004 |
| Q: Sorry if this sounds like a silly question, but do you know of any reaseach regarding the ... A: there isn't any scientific research about this that I know of....but there is plenty of research ... | |
| Wines | 9/16/2004 |
| Q: I was wondering if wine is actually better after it has aged for a while? I have two bottles of ... A: Different kinds of wines age differently, but in general, the best wines for aging are big rich red ... | |
| Turkish Wine | 9/3/2004 |
| Q: I realize that Turkey has never been known for its wines so this is a bit of a long shot. However, ... A: You are correct that Turkey has a long tradition of making wine--in fact, the very first recorded ... | |
| First Drink | 8/29/2004 |
| Q: I just turned 21 last week, can you recommend a good wine for someone's first drink? Nothing too ... A: If you want something sweet, I would highly recommend a nice cold glass of Asti Spumanti-- a ... | |
| what wine for lady @ dinner | 8/24/2004 |
| Q: what is the best wine to order for a lady @ dINNER IF SHE ISNT USE TO WINE AND DINE A: Daer Jen: This is a much harder question than you realize--because it ultimately depends on what ... | |
| Argentinian Wines | 8/6/2004 |
| Q: How do you feel about wines from Argentina?. Thank you. A: There are some terrific wines coming out of Argentina these days, particularly in Malbec and ... | |
| Don't know where to start | 8/5/2004 |
| Q: I just got married and my wife and I are very interested in having wine with some of our meals. ... A: I have something better than just a few suggestions--I have a website that it dedicated to matching ... | |
| food pairings with 1982 Beychevelle | 8/5/2004 |
| Q: see subject above; I will also be looking for a pairing for a 1990 Hugel Tokay Pinot gris, some foie ... A: The older Beychevelle should be great with the classic mathes for Bordeaux--including roast lamb, ... | |
| Dessert wines | 7/29/2004 |
| Q: What are the most common and easily acquired Dessert Wines on the market? And how should they be ... A: Dessert wines are a wonderful addition to any meal, and range from really quite inexpensive to some ... | |
| champagne tradition | 7/28/2004 |
| Q: This may not be in your line of expertise, but I'm trying to find out about a custom/tradition in ... A: I actually teach a class about the traditions of wine...and am sorry to say that I don't know of any ... | |
| Grapes | 7/21/2004 |
| Q: Can you help me to find what is the name of hybrid grape if we take sauvignon blanc with weisser ... A: I am sorry to say that I can't help you. Weisser Burgunder ( or Weissburgunder ) is simply the ... | |
| Need your advice | 7/13/2004 |
| Q: Wagner: I like to drink wine, except that the only thing I know about wine is that you drink the ... A: The rules of red and white wine have changed a bit over the years--I usually recommend that people ... | |
| Hybrid grape varieties | 7/12/2004 |
| Q: Please help me to find the name of hybrid variety for such grapes: 1. Silvaner with Pinot Gris; 2. ... A: Alex: First of all, here are the answers to your1. I can't find any hybrid of these two ... | |
| Red Wines for People Who Are Not Adventurous | 5/19/2004 |
| Q: My husband and I are newbies to the wine world, we've started enjoying wines with dinner in the last ... A: There is no easy answer to this one. While it is simple to believe that most people start with ... | |
| Syraz grape | 3/30/2004 |
| Q: Can you tell me where are situated the coolesty vineyards that cultivated syraz? May be it is Rhone ... A: The traditional thinking is that the Northern end of the Rhone Valley is the coolest region growing ... | |
| Wine names | 3/23/2004 |
| Q: I would like to know what is "Ricati" means? This is a name of wine region or name of the wine. ... A: I think the proper spelling is Riccati--it's the name of a wine in Italy, made by Trattoria ... | |
| Pairing Mead with Food | 3/22/2004 |
| Q: Are there any really classic pairings of mead with food? I know there are reccomendations from this ... A: You are correct in assuming that there are no "classic" food and mead combinations....but then, many ... | |
| Italian wine | 3/17/2004 |
| Q: Appraisal Italian wine I have a friend who is now a widow . Her husband collected Italian wine ... A: None of these wines strike me as being exceedingly rare treasures, but many are nice wines. When it ... | |
| Benedictine | 2/19/2004 |
| Q: When traveling in Europe, we tried different Benedictines, and liked the one made at San Paulo Fuori ... A: Liqueurs certainly do fall within my interests, but they are much more problematic than most wines. ... | |
| red wine | 2/12/2004 |
| Q: Please let me know your oppinion on the best wine for the dollar made in a 1.5 liter bottle which ... A: In terms of Shiraz, Delicato is the winner, hands down. Delicious wine, and it wins award after ... | |
| Champagne Distributors | 2/10/2004 |
| Q: Hey Paul! I am having a listening party for a musician in LA. We are trying to have free gift ... A: There are really only two major distributors for wine in California: Southern Wine & Spirits, and ... | |
| wine market of german wines in europe | 2/9/2004 |
| Q: I have to admit that my question wasnt precise enough. So Im doing a project about the ... A: Given that you are interested in importers of German wines, I would contact those wineries directly, ... | |
| wine market europe | 2/9/2004 |
| Q: Im a university student and working on a project (the european winemarket), I need to contact the ... A: I am not sure exactly what you are asking, but here are my thoughts. If you are interested in ... | |
| Sweet wine | 12/29/2003 |
| Q: My wife has started to drink wine but she only likes sweet wine. What are some of the name wines on ... A: Most wines clubs do focus on dry wines--because that is what most people prefer. But most people ... | |
| good red wine to recommend | 12/25/2003 |
| Q: I am looking to purchase a good pinot noir or similar wine to include with a gift. Price needs to ... A: THis is really an easy one--I would check with your local fine wine shop, but Oregon makes a bunch ... | |
| good for heart | 12/20/2003 |
| Q: I know nothing about wines. I usually drink orange juice or coffee, etc. I dont even drink beer. ... A: Yours is a very complicated question--and I would recommend that you discuss it with your physician. ... | |
| cooking and wine | 12/4/2003 |
| Q: Ive been cooking professionally for about 9 years,and want to broaden my very basic wine ... A: : The most obvious choices would be the wine and food sections of the major food magazines--both ... | |
| Wine Clubs | 12/3/2003 |
| Q: I am considering getting my father a wine club membership for Christmas. Wine.com has a Wines of ... A: This is a great question--and a good idea. There are many wineries that have wine clubs--almost all ... | |
| gift advice | 11/26/2003 |
| Q: Mr. Wagner, I'm looking for a recommendation for a wine to give as a gift for the holidays. I have a ... A: This is always a tough question--because it is always hard to know what OTHER people will like. ... | |
| Thai food and wine | 11/17/2003 |
| Q: Can you recommend a wine to go with Thai food? Thank you A: The system here has been down for a bit--so I hope this finally goes through.... I like German ... | |
| wine | 10/20/2003 |
| Q: I want to about the art of making wine from grapes. Could you help ? also could you please tell me ... A: This is not a question for a simple answer--there are many books written about the subject. If you ... | |
| Pairing food and wine | 10/5/2003 |
| Q: I'm getting married next year and am trying to plan the dinner and drinks. I am planning on serving ... A: What a nice question. First of all, very best wishes for your wedding. It sounds like a lovely ... | |
| Wine/champagne | 9/28/2003 |
| Q: I was wondering if wine of champagne can go bad? I recently purchased a very expensive champagne. ... A: All wines can go bad--but that doesn't mean they will hurt you. Usually, when a bottle of wine (or ... | |
| long-term storage of alcohol | 8/22/2003 |
| Q: I want to buy a friend a bottle of something for his 40th birthday. The idea is that he will keep ... A: You have made this one easy. While there are some wines that might last this long, hard alcohol ... | |
| chardonnay & food | 8/5/2003 |
| Q: i am wondering what kind of foods would go well with chardonnay.and why you chose this food.i am ... A: Chardonnay is a dry white wine with considerable body, so I like to serve it with with richer white ... | |
| Wine readiness | 6/12/2003 |
| Q: I have one bottle of each of the wines listed here & hope you can tell me your thoughts on their ... A: Nice list of wines! All of my comments are based on the premise that these wines have been stored in ... | |
| aerated spirits | 4/30/2003 |
| Q: Paul, Is there any type of wine or spirit that can survive a few weeks or longer after having ... A: Most distilled spirits will last a long time after they have been opened, as long as you keep the ... | |
| Wine Producing states in the USA | 4/29/2003 |
| Q: Paul, I have had the question put to me as to whether wine is made in all the states of the USA. I ... A: I don't know of specific website for this info--most of it is state by state--but, yes, there are ... | |
| J Reisling | 4/26/2003 |
| Q: Paul, my wife really enjoys Johanassburg Reislings and we were wondering what foods it goes best ... A: Your wife has excellent taste! ANd Rieslings come in a variety of sugar levels, so they can match ... | |
| Online oenology degree | 4/19/2003 |
| Q: I reside in Texas and am interested in pursuing an oenology degree. However, I am employed ... A: I only know of a few schools in the country that offer oenology degrees: UC Davis, of course, and ... | |
| fondue | 2/28/2003 |
| Q: we make cheese fondue frequently. which type of white wine goes best with cheese fondue? which red ... A: While fondue is a Swiss dish, I actually prefer wines that are from Austria or Germany with it--try ... | |
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