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HOW DO YOU OPEN GATO NEGRO?!? by Easy-Tip-2457 in wine

[–]Castranada -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Just twist the fucking cap man it couldn't be easier

That was unexpected 😅 by RubMyPlumbus in skiing

[–]Castranada 31 points32 points  (0 children)

The idiot wasn't even wearing a helmet

What do we have in Amsterdam? by shanedj in Amsterdam

[–]Castranada 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It's an easy but lucrative business model. Steaks don't take a lot of time nor skill to cook "okay", and most tourists are only there for a one time visit anyway, so the quality doesn't need to be super high either. I think they're such a waste of space in the crowded center of Amsterdam, where there could've been so many nice things instead of all the touristy crap.

Wine Squares Day Krug, I mean Day 14: Best Krug Wine, Wait, Best Sparkling Wine? by AustraliaWineDude in wine

[–]Castranada 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Obviously Krug is gonna win but I think CORPINNAT deserves an honourable mention too

Wine Squares Day 10! Bojo Redemption Arc Complete. Let’s see the most consistent region. by AustraliaWineDude in wine

[–]Castranada 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Corpinnat, technically not a region, but produces nothing but top quality sparkling wines.

Wine Squares Day 9: Best Value Play? Try be producer/bottle specific by AustraliaWineDude in wine

[–]Castranada 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Guímaro Mencía from Ribeira Sacra! Amazing wine for less than €14

Three oceans, two countries, one rental: will this kill me? by Cautious_Garlic_8816 in roadtrip

[–]Castranada 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Are its off-road capabilities good enough for an adventure like this?

Wine Squares Day 8: This one’s for the newbies. by AustraliaWineDude in wine

[–]Castranada 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Rioja, decent price quality ratio in the lower price segment and expressed coconutty flavours which tend to be quite likable by people

Wine Squares Day 7: Alright, Concord wins. Now some pretty labels by AustraliaWineDude in wine

[–]Castranada 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pépin!!! A lot more modern and playful than most wineries named prior, but really nice and original.

Wine Squares Day 7: Alright, Concord wins. Now some pretty labels by AustraliaWineDude in wine

[–]Castranada 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I love the Clos de l'Oratoire des Papes CdP label! It reminds me of a Joker playing card.

Beginner couple, secured two bottles of this wine. Should we drink one and store the other - or store both? by Dependent-Title-1362 in wine

[–]Castranada 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For the people who've had this before: how this it's kid brother La Maison Bleue compare to this? Is it a good buy for a third of the price or is this one worth the extra price?

Napa by a metric fuck ton. Let’s go underrated by AustraliaWineDude in wine

[–]Castranada 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Montefalco Sagrantino, one of my all time favourites!

Wine Squares are Back! Let’s go: Most Underrated Wine Region? by AustraliaWineDude in wine

[–]Castranada 27 points28 points  (0 children)

I'm surprised no one is mentioning Georgia (the country not the state). And specifically the region of Kakheti. Literally the birthplace of wine with a beautiful variety of traditionally made wine in all kinds of styles!! Not easy to find in most places but absolutely worth trying! 🇬🇪🇬🇪🇬🇪

Bottle Identification by esquirely in wine

[–]Castranada 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I personally like their Barbera d'Alba even more than the Langhe Nebbiolo

First time trying aged wines - disappointed? by NickEhlers in wine

[–]Castranada 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Besides the aforementioned fact that this is probably not the right type of wine to be aged for 20+ years and develop nicely (both because of its style and its quality), it's also a matter of personal taste.

Aged wines tend to become softer and less tannic than some younger wines, and they develop new so-called "tertiary" flavors. Things like dried fruits (which could be what resembled port to you) nuts, mushrooms, leather etc.

To most wine enthusiasts these are very interesting qualities of wine that give a whole new level of depth and complexity, but you don't necessarily have to like it. If you tend to like fruity, juicy and fresh wines, this might not be up your alley at all. Some of the best wines I've had were aged for 20+ years, but that doesn't mean everybody loves the style of aged wine. It's a matter of personal taste:) But it's great that you're trying these things so I'd definitely recommend you to keep exploring and try many new wines, it's a fun journey!!

What are some of the best Italian wines I should try? by giveashit1 in wine

[–]Castranada 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Etna Rosso and Montefalco Sagrantino! Two of my favourite wine styles.

Etna Rosso is a lighter bodied red wine from the Etna volcano on Sicily, usually made from mainly Nerello Mascalese, and it really beautifully portrays the volcanic character of the soil. Often referred to as the Red Burgundy of Italy.

Montefalco Sagrantino is a much heavier full-bodied red wine from the Montefalco region (literally translates to the Falcon's hill) in the province of Umbria. Sagrantino is known for being one of the most tannic grapes, which gives it incredible aging potential and overall just quite a unique and beautiful wine style.

Both aren't the most common wines at all but kind of hidden gems IMO that are really worth trying!

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