Maui Wine

• March 2010

  Oh yeah, and there's something called Surfer's Salve, that I've personally only ... in person on Kauai or Maui, that works wonders on most any roughed skin-type issue I've ever encountered. Very aromatic, though, so definitely would interfere with tasting. In cyberspace, here's one... Read moreOh yeah, and there's something called Surfer's Salve, that I've personally only ... in person on Kauai or Maui, that works wonders on most any roughed skin-type issue I've ever encountered. Very aromatic, though, so definitely would interfere with tasting. In cyberspace, here's one place to get it: http://www.wetsandsurfshop.com/product.asp?locationid=1&ProdId=1550&CatId=255    (hide)

  Forum post in the topic Biodynamic wines, is there... by dmcker

  
  

• November 2009

  dmcker - Yes, I am half Japanese and half Korean. How lucky of you to be in ... afford a summer wine trip in Maui! Are these tastings at small restaurants or are they larger events at places such as the Ritz in Kapalua? Gooselee - Thanks for the recommendation, and at a very good... Read moredmcker - Yes, I am half Japanese and half Korean. How lucky of you to be in ... afford a summer wine trip in Maui! Are these tastings at small restaurants or are they larger events at places such as the Ritz in Kapalua? Gooselee - Thanks for the recommendation, and at a very good price! You know, until Snooth, I always thought you were better off not drinking wine than to buy a bottle under $10, what flawed thinking I had....Good luck with your new found passion for wine too! D9sus4 & TLuchese - Thanks, I didn't know about the difference. On that note, have any of you tried Seven Deadly Zins? It was recently recommended to me, and I'd love to hear your opinion on it, or if you have a favorite Zinfandel you perfer over that. And Santa Barbara sounds great, I will have to look into that. For some reason, I would only think Napa and Sonoma, as far as California wine trips go. I also saw a post on the forum about whether or not the point system has gone up. Being new to the world of wine, when in doubt, I look at the score. There are also all kinds of different medals that wines earn. Is this a flawed way to decide on a random wine? If I go by score, what's the lowest I should really consider? Am I also right to presume that certain medals earned are not as indicative on how great a wine will be. For instance, when I pick a movie I want to see, perhaps I'd pay a little more attention to what Roger Ebert has to say over a random jockey from a tiny radio station...? Or is that also flawed, condescending logic? :    (hide)

  Forum post in the topic "Hi My Name Is" / Favorite Red by yoshiyoshi40541

  
  

• November 2009

  Yoshiyoshi, should I assume you're of Japanese descent? The phrase 'yoshiyoshi' ... there (as well as Oahu and Maui), though more in Kauai. Agree with you about how most parts of the islands are more geared to other forms of alcohol than fine wines..

  Forum post in the topic "Hi My Name Is" / Favorite Red by dmcker

  
  

• November 2009

  kylewolf - Thanks for the breakdown, those are all affordable ranges for me and ... born and raised on Oahu, but Maui is my favorite island. Were you more on the Kapalua side or Waimea? When I visit, I usually go to those locations. I'm envious that you get to go next summer! GregT... Read morekylewolf - Thanks for the breakdown, those are all affordable ranges for me and ... born and raised on Oahu, but Maui is my favorite island. Were you more on the Kapalua side or Waimea? When I visit, I usually go to those locations. I'm envious that you get to go next summer! GregT - Thanks for all the information, I didn't know I'd need to specify red or white, that's a really helpful tidbit since I'm generally not a fan of the white. And my journey thru thousands of wines sounds ambitious, but I'm always up for a challenge. :) D9sus4 - I do hear great things about the Trader Joes wine staff. I'm not a fan of Zin, or at least, haven't found one that I liked. I think I just may not enjoy chilled wines in general. I have enjoyed several Syrahs, am looking forward to trying Tempranillos now that I've had a crash course from this post, and I don't know what a Malbec is....but I will search for one? Haha :    (hide)

  Forum post in the topic "Hi My Name Is" / Favorite Red by yoshiyoshi40541

  
  

• November 2009

  Hi Yoshi, Welcome to Snooth! Where in Hawaii are you originally from. I spent years on Maui myself and am looking forward to returning next summer for a fabulous wine weekend!

  Forum post in the topic "Hi My Name Is" / Favorite Red by Gregory Dal Piaz

  
  

• September 2009

  Aloha, Honeybells, love your enthusiasm! No I haven't really lived in Hawaii, ... northern Kauai, but also Maui (Kaanapali, where I used to put on conferences, and Hana), a few spots on the Big Island and Oahu (mostly the north shore, though of course Honolulu and its environs,... Read moreAloha, Honeybells, love your enthusiasm! No I haven't really lived in Hawaii, ... northern Kauai, but also Maui (Kaanapali, where I used to put on conferences, and Hana), a few spots on the Big Island and Oahu (mostly the north shore, though of course Honolulu and its environs, too), and even Molokai. And yes, I liked Kona Brewing Co. better when it was a proper microbrewery, a few years back. I also don't like hot Sake all that much (except for when I'm coming in off the winter mountains from some ice climbing or snowboarding). Much prefer it slightly chilled, or the best varieties at room temperature. Both nebbiolos and chiantis should work well with your Genovese (pesto) sauce dish. Roses and even larger reds should be good with your portobello burgers, though the wine will always prefer that you go lighter on the balsamico. Have you tried fresh large shiitake in place of the portobello? An interesting variation. A couple more whites to look for, especially since John mentioned riesling. You should look for rieslings, and something a bit spicier with a different fruit experience in a gewurtztraminer, from Alsace (Trimbach is a good label for both, but there are many others from that area), and the Rhein and Mosel areas of Germany. German versions will likely seem a little sweeter, and Alsace drier. But you should give a shot to both. Certainly chillable, very refreshing, nice with or without food, and dare I say even 'exciting'! ;-) Finally, if you are having trouble getting wineries to ship to you directly, you should also try some online wine merchants. K&L in the San Francisco area are reliable, and definitely ship to HI. Their prices are generally good, and with shops like theirs you can sometimes find prices that are better than directly from a winery. If they don't have the wines you want you can hunt for others in the Snooth listings, or Google directly on the Web, too. http://www.snooth.com/store/k-and-l-wine-merchants/ Oh, and there's nothing wrong with a little buzz, now and again, is there    (hide)

  Forum post in the topic My dilemma with wine... by dmcker

  
  

• September 2009

  So many good recommendations already but I felt I have to chime in as well ... ... always a great wine for hot Maui days.

  Forum post in the topic My dilemma with wine... by HondaJohn

  
  

• September 2009

  Ono Burger at Paia Fish Market. Just had to get that out. Sucshi? Muscadet ... now remembering you are on Maui and limited in your selections lets see. I'm pretty sure Sansei serves the Müller Thurgau, CF Wines “Eurasia” by the glass, at least they did in August. See if you... Read moreOno Burger at Paia Fish Market. Just had to get that out. Sucshi? Muscadet ... now remembering you are on Maui and limited in your selections lets see. I'm pretty sure Sansei serves the Müller Thurgau, CF Wines “Eurasia” by the glass, at least they did in August. See if you can it it's a good sushi wine as are lighter styled Grner Veltliners though some preparations and fish are more wine friendly that others. Pinot Blanc/Pinot Bianco can also be a good sushi match and is certainly a good fish match. With pizza, especially veggie pizza look for a Barbera, all bright and with acids that can slice right past the acidity of the tomatoes it's generally a good match. And with grilled veggies served with really nice olive oil it's a killer match. Lighter Barbera is great with a bit of chill too. For the pasta perhaps a nice Valpolicella can be found, or a nice Rioja from Spain or Chianti. All three are blended wines with good to great acidity and light red fruits that can have an herbal edge. OK. that should be a start! Next year I'm coming with a sampler case of great wines    (hide)

  Forum post in the topic My dilemma with wine... by Gregory Dal Piaz

  
  

• September 2009

  Ahhh... So many wines, so little time, and such a small budget... I am trying ... I live in the "HOT" part of Maui and enjoy being refreshed by my chosen beverage... Forever Learning, -Bells

  Forum post in the topic My dilemma with wine... by Honeybells

  
  
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  September 2009

  Tedeschi Vineyards Maui Blanc

  Snoothrank: Starting at $10^.99

  My favorite of Tedeschi's selection. This wine does not let the tropical aroma and sweetness of the pineapple overwhelm, as most of the others do. I bought two bottles, and enjoyed them both with light vegetarian fare and fish for the later.

  Wine review by Honeybells

  
  

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