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Red Wine Drinkers?

lis351 — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 13:36:38 GMT

Are there any around??

A relative has a birthday coming up, and I have no clue for a gift, I was thinking of a nice bottle of red (if such a thing exists *shudder*) between $30-$50. Any suggestions??

Ill need as much information as you can give me, I have no idea on wine that isnt a $4-$15 bottle of Moscato. LOL.

I think Port may be an option too, if anyone has any suggestions on that.

TIA

Re: Red Wine Drinkers?

sssaau4 — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 13:44:15 GMT

are you SURE that there is nothing else that would make them happy?

if you gave me a pasta maker or a knitting machine i would love you forever.

Re: Red Wine Drinkers?

j*oono — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 13:46:49 GMT

Lis, Probably best to ask at the bottle shop. I quite like red wines but not in that price range. I do like Wynns Coonawarra Black Label Cab Sav which is pretty pricey. Their Shiraz is good too.

Re: Red Wine Drinkers?

lis351 — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 13:47:38 GMT

Uummmm I really dont think knitting machine is in the demographic Im going for here

Although Im sure you could do fabulous things with a [asta maker, Im sure thats not fitting either, I dont think he eats pasta.

are you SURE that there is nothing else that would make them happy?

Dunno, you got any better suggestions for male 50th birthday??

Re: Red Wine Drinkers?

lis351 — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 13:49:37 GMT

*makes notes* Thanks J*, I will go into the big one nearby, just a little short on time before then.

Re: Red Wine Drinkers?

sssaau4 — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 13:51:47 GMT

whatcha mean with demographic?

*huffed*

look, my point was: think hard what they really want/need.

please do not waste money on junk.

Re: Red Wine Drinkers?

sssaau4 — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 13:55:37 GMT

@lis351 wrote:
Uummmm I really dont think knitting machine is in the demographic Im going for here
Although Im sure you could do fabulous things with a [asta maker, Im sure thats not fitting either, I dont think he eats pasta.

are you SURE that there is nothing else that would make them happy?
Dunno, you got any better suggestions for male 50th birthday??

Males are usually difficult.

Focus on something he enjoys.

look up motor bike shows in your area if he likes it or buy him a knitting machine if he wants one.

my point is: anything thta makes him happy. if it involves to hire a ho do it.

Re: Red Wine Drinkers?

j*oono — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 13:57:57 GMT

I just thought of a better idea Lis. Rather than going for a posh label, what about a wine from a region that they are fond of.

Is there a place for a family occasion that means anything to them? Down south, Margaret River etc. or Swan Valley? There are heaps of wineries around WA and one of them might mean something.

Re: Red Wine Drinkers?

j*oono — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 14:00:06 GMT

I should add, if you mean Dan Murphies, they have a whole section just for WA wines.

Re: Red Wine Drinkers?

lis351 — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 14:06:25 GMT

LOL! Thanks, Ill store that idea for when Im looking to be removed from the family.

Yeah, thats where I was thinking J*, are they helpful in there?? I only go in when I know what Im looking for, I could get lost in there. LOL. WA or NZ Im thinking. I just dont know wine, the last time I tasted one of his wines it was horrible burning stuff. I thought it was 'off''. LOL.

Re: Red Wine Drinkers?

joz*garage — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 14:10:03 GMT

buying alcohol isn't a very thoughtful gift idea imo, untill i was introduced to 'bulls blood'

if he's into a good red, he'll never forget you for it

Re: Red Wine Drinkers?

ambercat16 — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 14:10:09 GMT

Personal favourites in the $30ish price range are Pepperjack Shiraz and Annies Lane Merlot

but wine is a very personal taste so it might be better if you can come up with a different idea

Re: Red Wine Drinkers?

j*oono — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 14:12:56 GMT

Walk in the door, right hand side straight down towards the back of the shop. Pick up a staff member on the way but some of the bottles have staff reviews written for them. It's pretty good.

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dwilke33 — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 14:16:51 GMT

lis, I would love a bottle of $30. wine for my birthday. I think it's a great gift idea.

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j*oono — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 14:25:34 GMT

It can be a lovely gift. I bought a bottle of red wine for the X and it's a Portuguese one called Lab. He loves the dog. He wanted to save it, which is just as well because it only cost about $10 and might be rubbish.

Re: Red Wine Drinkers?

sssaau4 — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 14:45:28 GMT

well.... if alcohol is no good try dancing nekid in front of him.

never seen a man who didn't like that.

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joz*garage — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 15:24:39 GMT

http://www.gangemis.com.au/pages/about-us

Re: Red Wine Drinkers?

thegoblinswillgetu — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 16:12:11 GMT

Good Morning Joz.

Wine was always my drink of choice.

Best if drank in moderation. (like many other alcoholic beverages).

But you especially never want to get sick on wine.

Hope you had a wonderful day.

I know I am.

Re: Red Wine Drinkers?

joz*garage — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 16:24:21 GMT

g'day goblins

i've been known to guzzle anything alcoholic

these days i might enjoy the good stuff (i do hope lis considers my recommendation ..if not..maybe try it one day for herself) perhaps once or twice a year, or none at all, depends

Re: Red Wine Drinkers?

goldenjet16 — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 21:35:58 GMT

Ya' know there's a Shiraz called Yellow tail and it's made in your own back yard [Australia] I buy it here in the states all the time, not real expensive but for the money it's very good in my book. I've had some more expensive wines that weren't as good. Good luck.