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- dozer - 04-27-2008
what's a good cookout wine to have on hand. basic fare, hot dogs, corn on the cob, etc.
- hotwine - 04-27-2008
I keep Syrah and Grenache on hand for that purpose. Some folks would choose a zin but I rarely have one.
- dananne - 04-28-2008
Summer fare is the primary reason I keep rose in the house. Also, we drink a ton of Beaujolais Cru and Villages all summer long with things like you suggested.
- wdonovan - 05-02-2008
Dry European rosés and sparklers. And Sangria.
- TheEngineer - 05-02-2008
Yup! Rose and Sangria and Sparklers. On the last one, I often use a moscato D'Asti as well as there are many female wine drinkers that really like this, in addition to me. Really refreshing and perfect for the heat....as is Sangria, both red and specifically the Sparkling versions!
- wdonovan - 05-02-2008
My best Sangria (I've probably posted it here somewhere). One bottle very pale Provencal rose. 1/2 can Sprite. 8 oz apple juice. 2 oz brandy. Chunks of watermelon, canteloupe and pineapple. No one doesn't love this one.
- TheEngineer - 05-04-2008
Gonna have to try that. Sound ssimple enough!