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I'm organising a present for a man who loves red wine and ale. We've got £60 to spend on it.

I don't drink so I have no clue. What kind of thing should I get? Is it worth spending a lot of it on the wine? Idk

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[–] tomselleck@sopuli.xyz 2 points 1 day ago (1 children)

I’d say go mid-range with the wine unless they’re super pretentious. Avoid sales because that can mean a wine is old and they need it gone. Red wine can range from in flavor but most people like Cabernet. If want to do something different you can do a port, or even old vine Zinfandel.

[–] LadyButterfly@piefed.blahaj.zone 2 points 1 day ago (1 children)

Great tips thanks! Any pointers for choosing a good cab?

[–] tomselleck@sopuli.xyz 2 points 1 day ago (1 children)

Your selection is probably different since we are in very different regions, but I’ve had good luck with Curious Beasts, Bonterra, or Butter. Don’t overthink it.

Nice one thanks 😊