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To: feinswinesuksass

Just bring the Two Buck Chuck.

You know how to get here, right?

21 posted on 08/06/2003 11:52:01 AM PDT by diotima (So it's sorta social, demented and sad, but social.)

You know I refuse to drink that crap. I don't consider it wine.

No, I don't know how to get there....& you will eat my gazpacho and drink my margaritas....that is mandatory!

22 posted on 08/06/2003 11:57:54 AM PDT by Feiny (Whe life hands you lemons, ask for tequila & salt!!!!)

I will bring you a bottle of Amarone.

23 posted on 08/06/2003 12:00:24 PM PDT by Feiny (Whe life hands you lemons, ask for tequila & salt!!!!)

To: feinswinesuksass; AnnaZ

I will bring you a bottle of Amarone.

That is the CORRECT answer. Ask Anna for directions here....(ducking)

24 posted on 08/06/2003 12:04:26 PM PDT by diotima (So it's sorta social, demented and sad, but social.)

To: feinswinesuksass

There's nothing wrong with Charles Shaw, it reminds me of much of the Chilean wine that was being imported 10 years ago (and Australia 20) and look where they are now.

It is as good as most $10-$15 bottles here in the US and definitely better than 90% of that crap "vin de pays" that the french unload on unsuspecting Americans. I've also found it as good as some $20 bottles made by American vintners who have been riding on the coattails of one good vintage in the 80's, I won't mention any names. I admit it tends to be more flowery and fruity than I prefer, but for the cost is packs quite a bit of flavor.

I wouldn't serve TBC on a dinner table, but as far as quaffing a glass when you get home from work, it's more than adequate. Most people can't afford a $25-$50 (or more) bottle of wine very night. With all the CA wine makers pushing their prices higher and higher, I appreciate it when one comes along whose goal is to make a drinkable product within the reach of most consumers. In my opinion, the majority of CA wine (and definitely French) is overpriced and prey on a public who thinks because they pay more it must be better. It ain't. Vinters have a habit of not only bumping their prices repeatedly, but charging the same price (or more) they commanded during their best years for lousy wines in off years.

Wine should be judged as whether you're getting good value for your money. A Toyota Camry is not a Ferrari, but then again it's only 20K, not 150. I may appreciate a Ferrari for it's looks, handling and speed but that doesn't mean all other cars suck simply because they are not Ferraris. TBC delivers more bang for the buck than any other wine and is a suitable choice when you're serving it to people who don't know a taste-vin from a decanter.

And I'll say it one more time, no country produces more swill than France. They produce some of the worlds most stunning cabs, pinot's and chards, but I've found the everyday wine is mostly undrinkable at the prices they charge.

25 posted on 08/06/2003 12:41:30 PM PDT by Bob J (Freerepublic.net...where it's always a happening....)

I do not drink French wine...I have been boycotting that country for about 15 years.

I love ya, but you are so wrong about Charles Shaw. It is undrinkable in my humble opinion. It is foul stuff and should come in a box.

There are plenty of inexpensive wines that are much better.
Try the YellowTail line for $4.99 or I could suggest any number of wines in the under $15 range that will make you realize what utter crap 2 buck chuck is....I am no wine snob, but I can't even consume that while drunk!

26 posted on 08/06/2003 12:57:24 PM PDT by Feiny (Whe life hands you lemons, ask for tequila & salt!!!!)

Well, sweetie...I shall bring you a bottle since you didn't get to comsume any at Annas the other week (just a sip is never enough!).

27 posted on 08/06/2003 12:59:41 PM PDT by Feiny (Whe life hands you lemons, ask for tequila & salt!!!!)

Tom McClintock for governor of California!

Molon Labe!

28 posted on 08/06/2003 1:26:36 PM PDT by TERMINATTOR (Don't tread on me!)

I don't cook, but I'll bring some chips.

29 posted on 08/07/2003 4:51:24 AM PDT by Tony in Hawaii (Actually Tarzana CA)

To: Tony in Hawaii

30 posted on 08/07/2003 8:06:12 AM PDT by diotima (So it's sorta social, demented and sad, but social.)

To: Rabid Republican

yo i live in anaheim can you pick me up

31 posted on 08/07/2003 4:06:54 PM PDT by al baby

To: AnnaZ; Mercuria; DoughtyOne; feinswinesuksass; HangFire; Lady Jenn; Bob J; diotima; ALOHA RONNIE; ..

RSVPs so far:

Bob J
diotima
AnnaZ
DoughtyOne
feinswinesuksass + Dan
RonDog
Tony in Hawaii
TheSpottedOwl
Rockitz
dalereed
Avoiding_Sulla
Deborah C. (from the Liberty Belles)
Ted Hayes, probably - if his back is better
and
Jim Robinson!

Who am I missing?

32 posted on 08/07/2003 4:14:32 PM PDT by RonDog

Didn't I say I was coming?

What happened to Ted's back?

Should I send him a get well card?

D

33 posted on 08/07/2003 4:24:50 PM PDT by daviddennis

I'm bringing three conservative friends (Robin, Frank, and Mary so far) from my YR group. Sounds like a great venue!

34 posted on 08/07/2003 4:27:45 PM PDT by Rockitz (After all these years, it's still rocket science.)

To: feinswinesuksass

I have to agree about Chuck Shaw. If you want cheap yet drinkable, Mondavi's Woodbridge jug wine is one of the best values out there IMHO.

35 posted on 08/07/2003 4:32:15 PM PDT by Rockitz (After all these years, it's still rocket science.)

To: daviddennis; Rabid Republican

Ooops!

And

daviddennis

and

Rabid Republican

Sorry!

Not sure exactly what happened to Ted's back, but he was a "hurtin' cowboy" YESTERDAY when I called him. :(

36 posted on 08/07/2003 4:47:57 PM PDT by RonDog

37 posted on 08/07/2003 7:06:05 PM PDT by gc4nra ( this tag line protected by Kimber and the First Amendment)

Liz,

I'll bring my killer cole slaw, OK?

38 posted on 08/07/2003 7:10:21 PM PDT by gc4nra ( this tag line protected by Kimber and the First Amendment)

To: feinswinesuksass

39 posted on 08/07/2003 7:12:39 PM PDT by gc4nra ( this tag line protected by Kimber and the First Amendment)

To: feinswinesuksass

Show me a $2 wine that is better...heheh.

40 posted on 08/07/2003 8:13:24 PM PDT by Bob J (Freerepublic.net...where it's always a happening....)

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