Which Wine to Start With

[Auburnwine]

Hmmmn, I am not so sure about a White Zin as a wine to start with. I think that not everyone's taste heads in that direction. In college, I started with a jug Burgundy and didn't care much for sweeter, white wines.

My suggestion is to try several different varieties to see which you enjoy best. You can look back through these threads to get specific recommendations on some good varietals (wines made from one primary grape).

Perhaps you could sample a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc and an Aussie or U.S. Chardonnay for white. Try an Aussie Shiraz and Cab, a U.S. Zinfandel.

Maybe open two wines at once, or have a wine tasting and encourage several friends to bring different bottles. Comparison and contrast are the best ways to learn your own specific tastes and interests.