What wine to serve with prime rib?

[ddixie884]

I'm not sure about the proper color but wine for bear should probably be Ruger only...........

 

[Texas Star]

So... what do you think is the best wine for bear?

Mario-

Why, Oso Negro, of course! (Black Bear) Made right next to you, in Spain.

Been awhile since I saw it, with the cute little plastic bear on the bottle neck, but I think it was/is from the Torres firm.

It's not a Rioja, and came in a Burgundy - like bottle,as do other Torres wines that I've seen. I've heard that their basic premium red, with a black label, is excellent wine.

Seriously, if bear meat resembles pork, as I've read, a Chardonnay might work. For a change along those lines, try Lindeman's Bin 65, an Aussie Chardonnay with some tropical fruit tones. Maybe a Spatlese (late harvest) Riesling would work? It 's great with turkey, BTW.

I've sold wine, taken a class in it, attended tastings with distinguished vintners, and own books on wine.
I suggest reading, Wine Spectator. My grocer sells it with the other magazines. No need to look for it at the liquor store.

 

[Texas Star]

What other people like doesn't count. At all, unless you're really trying to ask what other people will like. But keep in mind that you (I'm guessing here) don't really know what you like, so why should a bunch of strangers, with varying degrees of interest in wine, know what your dinner guests will like?

I believe that you got one suggestion that you get several different wines. Take it. Don't forget to include what you think or know you will like.

You should have asked what cartridge is best for bear. Less controversy, and fewer wise remarks.

TE]P.S. Unlikely that your wine needs to come from any place other than California.[/QUO

CA Riesling can be a good white wine, but will never equal German or Alsatian Riesling. C A simply lacks the slaty soil and the climate.

Don't overlook Washington wines, often a better value than those from CA. Not that I don't like the good ones from California.

Kendall-Jackson's Sauvignon blanc is excellent wine at a good price. Not that I recommend whites for the OP's stated purpose.
But with chicken or turkey or fish in a rich sauce, try it!

 

[Gabby-Bill]

If you are in wine growing country you can often go to the winerys and do some wine tasting, and the Vintners will also give you good suggestions.
I personally like a good port, but I like sweet wines anyway, so you don't need to follow my lead.
Most dry wines taste like poor vinegar to me.
LOL
Gabby

 

[THE PILGRIM]

Oso Negro?
Mexico!
We used to buy it in quantity in the Border towns.
They had a Black Bear Keychain under the seal.

 

[DWalt]

Oso Negro?
Mexico!
We used to buy it in quantity in the Border towns.
They had a Black Bear Keychain under the seal.

I haven't seen any Oso Negro wine, at least in Mexico. In fact, I don't remember ever seeing any wine in Mexico, but I am certain there must be some sold there. When I lived in Laredo, Oso Negro brand gin and vodka were big sellers on the other side of the river, probably the cheapest to be found in all those tourist liquor stores near the bridge in downtown Nuevo Laredo. It was OK, but I really can't taste much difference among brands of gin and vodka anyway.

 

[THE PILGRIM]

I haven't seen any Oso Negro wine, at least in Mexico. In fact, I don't remember ever seeing any wine in Mexico, but I am certain there must be some sold there. When I lived in Laredo, Oso Negro brand gin and vodka were big sellers on the other side of the river, probably the cheapest to be found in all those tourist liquor stores near the bridge in downtown Nuevo Laredo. It was OK, but I really can't taste much difference among brands of gin and vodka anyway.

Yo - notice I didn’t say anything about Wine.
And yes, I have had Mexican Wine in Mexico.

An Overview of Mexican Wine Country | Wine Folly

 

[DeathGrip]

I've enjoyed a Early Harvest Vitis Rotundifolia with Company Steaks. Why not with Prime Rib?

Clueless? You need southern roots to understand that one. or Google

Company Steaks

 

[Texas Star]

I'm pretty sure that the Oso Negro wine I saw here was Spanish. It may well be sold also in Mexico and in many other countries.

Never saw Oso Negro gin or vodka and I've worked in liquor stores. May not be made by the Spanish wine company, which I think is the famous Torres firm.

 

[targetchief]

I picked up a bottle of 7 deadly zins and a bottle of Meiomi. Thanks for all the responses. I will post back after dinner Christmas eve and give a report.

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[Bill Bates]

I picked up a bottle of 7 deadly zins and a bottle of Meiomi. Thanks for all the responses. I will post back after dinner Christmas eve and give a report.

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If you're going to try both; start with Meiomi Pinot Noir first and then the Zinfandel. Always lighter body to full body.

Enjoy!

 

[dmn57]

Well, all this discussion of prime rib and wine finally got to me. Guess what we're having for Christmas dinner?? Yup, that's right! Stopped by our local butcher shop today and secured a seven pound rib roast, and then by the wine purveyor for a couple bottles of Earthquake!

 

[targetchief]

Well, all this discussion of prime rib and wine finally got to me. Guess what we're having for Christmas dinner?? Yup, that's right! Stopped by our local butcher shop today and secured a seven pound rib roast, and then by the wine purveyor for a couple bottles of Earthquake!

Glad I could help. I looked for Earthquake but didn't find it at the local Kroger.

 

[Bill Bates]

Well, all this discussion of prime rib and wine finally got to me. Guess what we're having for Christmas dinner?? Yup, that's right! Stopped by our local butcher shop today and secured a seven pound rib roast, and then by the wine purveyor for a couple bottles of Earthquake!

You're right, prime rib is sounding good. Choice grade prime rib roast is on sale for $5.99/lbs. at the local grocer. I'm all over that; so, I think it will be on our menu too; along with a bottle of Meiomi Pinot Noir.

 

[Onomea]

This thread has some serious legs...

 

[Salty RI]

Glad I could help. I looked for Earthquake but didn't find it at the local Kroger.

You should have looked on the floor, it might have shook off the shelve. [emoji1]

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[kmyers]

Those are great answers both the serious ones that give some good hints and the humorous ones are priceless.

I go with this sight for wine advice.

BumWine.com

Not a wine but I wish they would bring back Brass Monkey, it was horrible stuff. LOL

 

[targetchief]

The wife and I just finished dinner. I will never be much of a wine drinker but the Meiomi and 7 Deadly Zins added a nice touch to a wonderful dinner.Thanks again for all the input. I will enjoy a bourbon on ice after church tonight.

 

[Texas Star]

This thread has some serious legs...

I'd be amazed if many here know what "legs" are in a wine glass. Nice pun, though.

No one mentioned Châteauneuf du Pape, and it'd be a good choice for beef, as would other red Rhone wines.

Hugh Johnson still publishes his annual pocket wine guide, an invaluable, handy item. His basic big book,"Wine" is a good way to begin learning about the subject. Barnes & Noble, etc. carry good wine books.

 

[Ogandydancer]

Reunite' or Lancers Rose' either one is pretty darn with most everything. However Lancers is Portugese and is not easy to find. also Reunite Lambrusco isn't bad either.