For those that doesn’t know too much about wine, it’s important to be able to identify at least the basics of the region of the world that you are buying; Barolo was a perfect example: how Madeline knew it was made from Nebbiolo grapes? Because on Piedmont, Italy, Barolo’s & Barbaresco’s are (100%) Nebbiolo. If you see a bottle of French Cotes du Rhône, you should know that the grapes are Grenache and Syrah (not on the label); Medoc? Cabernet, Merlot & Malbec; Bourdeax? Cabernet & Merlot; Cahors? Malbec; Red wine from Burgundy? It’s obviously a Pinot Noir; in France for example, there is very little or NO information at all about varietals or (%): it’s all about the terroir; if you are in doubt, ask Google from your smartphone: you are going to learn a lot! 🍷🧀🍷🧀🍷🧀🍷🧀
Going in and just being open and honest with what I like, dislike and plan to use the wine for was the single best thing I did when first going into any wine store. Small or large. They typically are eager to help me get what I want.
A really important tip is also to know what not to buy, particularly if you're on a budget. If you only want to spend $10-20, do not be tempted by famous names like Barolo, Bordeaux, Burgundy etc. Lots of shops, paricularly supermarkets, will sell bottles from these regions in this price range but they will be terrible quality. Instead, the key is identifying regions which are undervalued; Langudoc, Provence, Marcillac, Bierzo, Montsant, Sicily etc. For the same price, you get a much higher quality (and probably more interesting) wine.
Love Rain City Wines! And Santo has always steered us toward wonderful wines. He's so easy to talk with and we always feel that we learn more about wine as we shop there. Highly recommend that shop.
You can find great Italians wines at Trader Joe’s; sometimes they bring (2005-2006) special editions of Barolo’s & Barbaresco’s for ($14.99) to ($19.99) which it’s pretty much a steal without a gun🍷🧀🍷🧀🍷🧀🍷🧀🍷
Seek out Langhe Nebbiolo (the regional appellation) for everyday drinking barolo like wines. Also keep an eye out for less well known areas that also make wine with the Nebbiolo grape such as Gattinara, Ghemme and Carema
I use Cellartracker and Winesearcher a lot. Cellartracker contains comments from people who have tried the wine (not all reviews are helpful like yours!), and Winesearcher tells you where you can buy the wine and helps you compare prices, so you know about how much you should be paying. Thanks for another great video, Madeline!
The father of my college girlfriend fought with the U.S. Army across France in WWII. He picked up a liking for wine while there; often from bombed out farmhouses... I asked him once how he learned so much about wine - did he read a book or take a class? He told me, "There are two things you do to learn about wine. One, buy a corkscrew. Two, use it!" Sage advice, but I'd add a corollary. Find a well-respected small wine shop and frequent them. Go to their wine tastings which usually feature a region, a style, a producer, or the like. Ask questions. Be prepared to answer their questions, such as, what will you do with the wine? An after-work relaxer or a dinner with roast boar; an afternoon picnic or a formal sit down? Or just whatever? Tell them what you like and do not like, and if you buy a bottle that is not to your liking, well, that is a learning experience. Do NOT go back and expect a refund. That is rude, unless the bottle is flawed (oxidized, corked, Brettanomyces, light struck, etc.) They will get to know your pallet and will both recommend something you'd like and warn you away from some ill-starred venture they think you would regret. So, buy a good quality corkscrew - even in this day of screwcaps, which are perfectly fine, you need a good hook - not the bunny ears or auto screws, but a good solid hook that may run a few bucks, and you'll find much happiness in the world of wines. And in Seattle, find City Cellars Fine Wines in Wallingford. You will find happiness.
Luckily, the first time I went into a wine store, I had just listened to the Guild Somm podcast episode on Shiraz, I didn’t know it was the same grape as Syrah at the time, so I was able to figure out what I wanted. Shiraz to this day is one of my favorite wines. I love wine aged in American oak.
LOL I just stumbled upon this channel/ video and I live in Bothell. According to google Rain City Wines is only 6 minutes away from me, I guess I’ll have to check it out now!
Wife and I were in Mill Creek two weeks ago at a tapas restaurant across from Central Market. Glad I didn't find that wine merchant at the time. My wallet would have taken a hit....lol Haggen in Woodinville and Lake Tapps have excellent wine selections for grocery stores, The Wine Seller in Port Townsend and High Spirits in Poulsbo are two stores with excellent wines also. Need to find a good store in Puyallup or Tacoma......the search continues.
Very cool video...but just have to bring something up and not sure if I heard you right/clear....you said something at 3:36 that had me busting up...if it's what I think you said...if it was...that's some funny s***!!! Keep up the great work. Salud!
How _I Choose Wine_ (From the Store) I close my eyes and - ever so gingerly - select a bottle from the bottom shelf. And... _voilà!_ Mediocrity is served! (8 times out of 10, anyway) За твое здоровье!
Just one small detail. 2015 does not really reflect what a Barolo should be. What a Barolo should be in my opinion is 20-30 years old! That's what a Barolo should be for me :)
I mean, yeah, I agree with this ideal. So where do recommend someone buy a 20-30 year old Barolo to drink tonight? On the plus side, this gives me an idea to do more content on cellaring wine. This would be good.
Pennsylvania is awful for wine lovers - your choices are to shop at a state owned store or at a grocery store (or, if close enough, hop the border to a different state).
So do a google search on where a wine store is in your area, and then ask the guy there what to buy? THAT'S your tips for how to choose a bottle of wine? Jesus, can I use the same technique for buying a car? How about for buying skis?
"How to choose wine" - Answer: "Ask someone else to choose for you". I get the message of this video, but it seems like a better title would be 'how to go to a wine merchant and get a good wine', because it feels like there's no actual helpful advice about how to make *choices* about wine in this video.
40 bucks pfft yeah right. Noone spends 40 bucks bring it down to reality. Say 25 bucks and where talking. Cant stand wine pricing for such a subjective thing.
What about my talking style is difficult to "hold?" Is hard to understand? Or.. do you just hate the sound of my deep voice? What specifically is wrong? If it's something constructive, I'm all ears :)
For those that doesn’t know too much about wine, it’s important to be able to identify at least the basics of the region of the world that you are buying; Barolo was a perfect example: how Madeline knew it was made from Nebbiolo grapes? Because on Piedmont, Italy, Barolo’s & Barbaresco’s are (100%) Nebbiolo. If you see a bottle of French Cotes du Rhône, you should know that the grapes are Grenache and Syrah (not on the label); Medoc? Cabernet, Merlot & Malbec; Bourdeax? Cabernet & Merlot; Cahors? Malbec; Red wine from Burgundy? It’s obviously a Pinot Noir; in France for example, there is very little or NO information at all about varietals or (%): it’s all about the terroir; if you are in doubt, ask Google from your smartphone: you are going to learn a lot! 🍷🧀🍷🧀🍷🧀🍷🧀
Going in and just being open and honest with what I like, dislike and plan to use the wine for was the single best thing I did when first going into any wine store. Small or large. They typically are eager to help me get what I want.
A really important tip is also to know what not to buy, particularly if you're on a budget. If you only want to spend $10-20, do not be tempted by famous names like Barolo, Bordeaux, Burgundy etc. Lots of shops, paricularly supermarkets, will sell bottles from these regions in this price range but they will be terrible quality. Instead, the key is identifying regions which are undervalued; Langudoc, Provence, Marcillac, Bierzo, Montsant, Sicily etc. For the same price, you get a much higher quality (and probably more interesting) wine.
Love Rain City Wines! And Santo has always steered us toward wonderful wines. He's so easy to talk with and we always feel that we learn more about wine as we shop there. Highly recommend that shop.
I love Barolo. If it wasn't so expensive I'd drink it every day.
You can find great Italians wines at Trader Joe’s; sometimes they bring (2005-2006) special editions of Barolo’s & Barbaresco’s for ($14.99) to ($19.99) which it’s pretty much a steal without a gun🍷🧀🍷🧀🍷🧀🍷🧀🍷
Seek out Langhe Nebbiolo (the regional appellation) for everyday drinking barolo like wines. Also keep an eye out for less well known areas that also make wine with the Nebbiolo grape such as Gattinara, Ghemme and Carema
@@mondarinvino107 I'm with you on that one! The lesser known areas and producers often stun me with their quality 👏
I use the vivino app to scan labels to get more info on wines I'm interested in at the store.
Same
What specifically do you look for on the wine? Other people’s reviews?
@@winefolly yeah. Try to gage if it has the characteristics I'm going for. Also, it's got the average price, so you can see if it's priced right.
Me as well
Wine Folly me too. It is not always accurate when I taste it but it gives me some ideas to choose a suitable wine for me :)
I use Cellartracker and Winesearcher a lot. Cellartracker contains comments from people who have tried the wine (not all reviews are helpful like yours!), and Winesearcher tells you where you can buy the wine and helps you compare prices, so you know about how much you should be paying. Thanks for another great video, Madeline!
I love the way you present the topic of wine Madeline you seem so nice !
Love your videos! Informative and fun. Please keep them coming! Peace friend.
The father of my college girlfriend fought with the U.S. Army across France in WWII. He picked up a liking for wine while there; often from bombed out farmhouses...
I asked him once how he learned so much about wine - did he read a book or take a class? He told me, "There are two things you do to learn about wine. One, buy a corkscrew. Two, use it!" Sage advice, but I'd add a corollary. Find a well-respected small wine shop and frequent them.
Go to their wine tastings which usually feature a region, a style, a producer, or the like. Ask questions. Be prepared to answer their questions, such as, what will you do with the wine? An after-work relaxer or a dinner with roast boar; an afternoon picnic or a formal sit down? Or just whatever?
Tell them what you like and do not like, and if you buy a bottle that is not to your liking, well, that is a learning experience. Do NOT go back and expect a refund. That is rude, unless the bottle is flawed (oxidized, corked, Brettanomyces, light struck, etc.) They will get to know your pallet and will both recommend something you'd like and warn you away from some ill-starred venture they think you would regret.
So, buy a good quality corkscrew - even in this day of screwcaps, which are perfectly fine, you need a good hook - not the bunny ears or auto screws, but a good solid hook that may run a few bucks, and you'll find much happiness in the world of wines.
And in Seattle, find City Cellars Fine Wines in Wallingford. You will find happiness.
Luckily, the first time I went into a wine store, I had just listened to the Guild Somm podcast episode on Shiraz, I didn’t know it was the same grape as Syrah at the time, so I was able to figure out what I wanted. Shiraz to this day is one of my favorite wines. I love wine aged in American oak.
Plz keep posting new videos about wine.i love to learnso much things about wine
You rock Madeline! Just got the Magnum Edition and love it! The graphics are so fantastic. I really enjoy your podcast . Keep banging em out girl!!
LOL I just stumbled upon this channel/ video and I live in Bothell. According to google Rain City Wines is only 6 minutes away from me, I guess I’ll have to check it out now!
Lucky you!
Girl, you rock!
Good girl.... thanks a lot fOr pushing Italian wines 🍾🍷👍
Very very helpful 😊.
Wife and I were in Mill Creek two weeks ago at a tapas restaurant across from Central Market. Glad I didn't find that wine merchant at the time. My wallet would have taken a hit....lol
Haggen in Woodinville and Lake Tapps have excellent wine selections for grocery stores, The Wine Seller in Port Townsend and High Spirits in Poulsbo are two stores with excellent wines also.
Need to find a good store in Puyallup or Tacoma......the search continues.
I fucking love you. You have taught me so much and so easy to listen to
Awwwwwwe! Heart is warm! Thank you for the kind words!
2:03 dude has Petit-Figeac on his shelves. Nice ❤️👊🏻
Very cool video...but just have to bring something up and not sure if I heard you right/clear....you said something at 3:36 that had me busting up...if it's what I think you said...if it was...that's some funny s***!!! Keep up the great work. Salud!
100% classy all the time. Unfortunately, I’m much more boring when I’m drinking.
Santo Roman sounds like a good wine
Question
Some wine makers bottle white wine in a red bottle.
Does anyone know the reason for it ?
Trial and error sprinkled in with a little bit of Vivino. Sales reps and wine merchants don't always help. Everyone has different taste preferences.
@2:14 I think Madeline has worked the vineyards with those toned arms.
Can we have same video based on spirits / liqueurs. It would be more informative and helpful.
you need to send him a copy of Wine Folly Master Guide for his bookcase! ;)
I was thinking the SAME THING! It shall be done
How _I Choose Wine_ (From the Store)
I close my eyes and - ever so gingerly - select a bottle from the bottom shelf. And... _voilà!_ Mediocrity is served! (8 times out of 10, anyway)
За твое здоровье!
😂
What do you think about wines from Costco?
2:42 how to choose wine...ask the wine seller
How many glasses of wine per weed do you drink?
About 7… and I'm assuming you mean "week" not "weed" because that would be like 50. That vice is pretty infrequent!
@@winefolly Oopsy ! :)
What about facemasks? is this pre-covid?
I was wondering the same thing.
Is it me, or does Madeline have huge biceps? I bet it's because of all the wine cases she's lifted!
Sooooo much wine
Just one small detail. 2015 does not really reflect what a Barolo should be. What a Barolo should be in my opinion is 20-30 years old! That's what a Barolo should be for me :)
I mean, yeah, I agree with this ideal. So where do recommend someone buy a 20-30 year old Barolo to drink tonight? On the plus side, this gives me an idea to do more content on cellaring wine. This would be good.
Wine Folly This is the problem with a proper Barolo. It’s a really nice wine but also so hard to find when it’s in the optimal age.
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I think she’s in an F150, a wine trucker
Pennsylvania is awful for wine lovers - your choices are to shop at a state owned store or at a grocery store (or, if close enough, hop the border to a different state).
I was seriously considering Philadelphia, and then I learned about your very very sad predicament. We are all very sorry for your loss! 😢
She looks just like the babysitter from Goodfellas
Ooo are you talking about Welker White? I am A.O.K. with that comparison! She is very cool!
She sounds pissed
So do a google search on where a wine store is in your area, and then ask the guy there what to buy? THAT'S your tips for how to choose a bottle of wine? Jesus, can I use the same technique for buying a car? How about for buying skis?
"How to choose wine" -
Answer: "Ask someone else to choose for you".
I get the message of this video, but it seems like a better title would be 'how to go to a wine merchant and get a good wine', because it feels like there's no actual helpful advice about how to make *choices* about wine in this video.
Are you looking for more help on the tastes and flavors of different wines and why they might be selected?
40 bucks pfft yeah right. Noone spends 40 bucks bring it down to reality. Say 25 bucks and where talking. Cant stand wine pricing for such a subjective thing.
Well, I was kinda looking for a cheap Barolo! Most decent Barolo wines are like 60 and above. I know what you're thinking, you're right. It IS INSANE.
Please i can't hold her way of talking. Thumb down
What about my talking style is difficult to "hold?" Is hard to understand? Or.. do you just hate the sound of my deep voice? What specifically is wrong? If it's something constructive, I'm all ears :)
not informative
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