will some1 help me with this please

[Randy Caparoso]

Whether or not an expert tells you a wine is good, the only thing that matters is if it's good to you. Is it smooth and flavorful? Does it have a good, fresh taste? Does it satisfy your thirst and go with the foods that you eat?

Now that you've tried the C.K., I suggest that you try other $8-$12 Merlots (prices vary depending on store specials), and base your future buying decisions on what pleases you the most. It just so happens that my own job forces me to do a lot of research in this area, and so I can safely say that it may be worthwhile looking into the Chateau Julien and Taft Street brands from California. From Washington St., Waterbrook is fine and dandy. From Southern France, take a good, hard look at Vichon and Heron. From Italy, Falesco and Stella are delicious for the price. And from Chile, Santa Rita and Veramonte are as good as it gets in this price category.

You might want to just go to a store and do a mixed case (12 bottles) to get an extra 10% or so off. Try one a night or every other. It's not such hard work. But don't rely on my taste or anyone else's. Go your own way!


[This message has been edited by Randy Caparoso (edited 08-23-99).]