Originally Posted by
superflysocal
Going to Frankfurt. What is currently the best wine available on Polaris to Frankfurt? Best red and best white.
As most have said, wine preference is subjective. However, if the descriptions on the menu don't help enough here is a bit more information (avg price is from cellar tracker).
Luca G-Lot Chardonnay - $31.27: This should drink more like a French chardonnay than a Californian (i.e., not oaky or buttery).
Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc - $26.05: I'm not a fan of CA sauv blanc as they can come off as a bit "boozy" to me, but it will be lighter bodied than the chardonnay.
Whispering Angel - $19.77: The description on the menu tells you all you need to know IMO.
Freemark Abbey - $56.97: Most expensive on the list, but cabernet is a more expensive grape to produce. It will be full bodied and reports are that even at a 2019 it's in a good drinking window.
Etude Pinot Noir - $39.44: California pinot. It should be a bit "bigger" than a Washington or Oregon Pinot, but I haven't had it. If anyone wants to weigh in, go for it.
E. Guigal Chateauneuf-du-Pape - $40.86: Probably the best QPR (I usually find really good value in the the Rhone Valley). This will be fruiter and more peppery than the cabernet.
So, the best solution is to hang out in the galley and ask the FA for a glass of each.