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videoStone Imperial Stout Whiskey
We have once again partnered with the incredibly talented folks at Foundry Distilling Company - who we also collaborated with on Arrogant Bastard Whiskey a few years ago - to bring you Stone Imperial Whiskey! The whiskey is made with the wort of Stone Imperial Stout (liquid resulting from the first stage of the brewing process), distilled and aged in 30-gallon charred oak barrels for 30 months. This is a monster of a whiskey clocking in at 127 proof. (That's 63.5% ABV in beer terms.) Like our Ar
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367: Why Are So Many Swiss Vineyards Planted on Dangerous Terrain? Simon Hardy Reveals Why in the Smart Traveller's Guide to Switzerland
Why are so many Swiss vineyards planted on dangerous terrain? How do the "three suns of Lavaux" shape the ripeness and character of Chasselas? Which unexpected historical figure owns the world's smallest vineyard in Switzerland? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Simon Hardy, author of the terrific new book The Smart Traveller's Wine Guide to Switzerland . You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks . Giveaway Two of you are going to win a copy of Simon Hardy's terrific new book, The Smart Traveller's Wine Guide to Switzerland. To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose two people randomly from those who contact me. Good luck! Highlights What makes Switzerland's vertiginous vineyards some of the most dangerous in the world to farm? How do growers move grapes from inaccessible cliffside plots during harvest? Why wer
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Caymus Wine Prices in 2026: Cost Breakdown by Style, Size & Vintage
Caymus is one of those Napa Valley wines that just gets people talking. Famous for its rich, velvety Cabernet Sauvignons, Caymus brings bold flavors with a touch of luxury—yet it’s still incredibly easy to enjoy. So, what makes Caymus stand out .. Read More
podcast· 9:39· S4E599Los aromas odontológicos del vino | Ep. 599
No sé si te pasó alguna vez… pero a mí hay vinos que no me llevan a frutas, flores o minerales. Me llevan directo al consultorio del odontólogo. ―――――――――――――――――――――― Esto es MeLoDijoBraga El Podcast. Yo soy Mariano Braga y te espero cada lunes, miércoles y viernes con un nuevo episodio lleno de charlas, experiencias, curiosidades y consejos desde mi mirada del mundo del vino. Para más información, te invito a navegar estos enlaces: ➡ Recibe gratis “El Boletín Serial” ➡ Mi página web ➡ Sé parte del club ¡Me encantaría que seas parte de esta comunidad gigante de bebedores seriales, siguiéndome en las redes! ➡ Instagram ➡ Facebook ➡ Twitter ➡ YouTube ➡ LinkedIn ➡ TikTok ―――――――――――――――――――――― No te olvides valorar nuestro podcast ★★★★★ y suscribirte para no perderte nada y que sigamos construyendo juntos la mayor comunidad de bebedores seriales de habla hispana. ――――――――――――――――――――――
podcast· 32:44Holiday Entertaining Made Easy with Chadwick Boyd
Looking for a great holiday gift for the wine lover on your list? Check out the Bubbly Pack or the Rhone Valley Pack that Laurie chose for $80 with FREE shipping if you use code FORSTERCOACH Order your Wine Packs at TheWineCoachClub.com Laurie Forster sits down with culinary tastemaker Chadwick Boyd for a festive chat about holiday entertaining that’s joyful, budget-friendly, and blissfully simple. Chadwick shares his journey from farm kid to celebrated food influencer, then walks listeners through standout recipes from his holiday guide—think holiday jam and cheese windows, Gruyère date–prosciutto bites, and his irresistible chocolate biscuit bark. Laurie adds wine pairings and gift ideas to round out the celebration, making this episode your go-to guide for cooking, sipping, and savoring the season with the people you love. Takeaways • Chadwick’s culinary roots began in a family that celebrated life through food • Great cooking comes from simple moments and quality ingredients • Holi
podcast· 39:29· Ep 589Ep 589: The Monticello AVA of Virginia- The Birthplace of American Wine
Located about 2.5-3 hours southwest of Washington DC, in the southeast of the United States, the Monticello AVA is making world class wines that you need to know about! Photo: Afton Mountain Vineyards. Credit: WFNP Although California is the state for which American wine is known, the first place to tirelessly attempt to make premium wine was, in fact, Virginia. In the land Thomas Jefferson, the greatest wine advocate in American history, called home, the third president never realized his dream of making great wine. But in 1976 a couple of prominent Italians made a go of it and since then, the wine of the Monticello AVA, located In the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of central Virginia, has gone from strength to strength. In this show I discuss the history of how the Monticello AVA of Virginia finally was able to make good wine on a difficult terroir. I talk about the particulars of the climate and (very diverse) soils, the grapes that grow here (yes, it's mostly Vitis vinifera
podcast· 34:17· Ep 60Discovering Flanders: A Journey Through History, Art & Culture
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), Jillian Sliwinski of Visit Flanders takes listeners on a journey through Flanders, Belgium, a region rich in history, art, culture, and culinary traditions. The conversation explores Flanders’ central role in European history, including its connections to World War I and World War II, and its remarkable artistic legacy as home to the Flemish Masters. Jillian also highlights a special traveling exhibition from the National Women in the Arts Museum in Washington, D.C., which celebrates the contributions of female artists and will be showcased in Ghent, giving visitors a unique opportunity to experience this extraordinary collection. Listeners learn about Flanders’ compact size and efficient train system, making it easy to explore historic cities, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, national parks, and cultural landmarks. The episode also emphasizes slow living
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Platter's by Diners Club South African Wine Guide launches milestone 45th edition
The 45th edition of South Africa’s original and still favourite wine adviser, Platter’s Guide , is here, with an elegant blue-green...
podcast· 4:35O QUE SIGNIFICA “CRU”? A ORIGEM E O IMPACTO DO TERMO NO VINHO FRANCÊS
O famoso termo francês “Cru” aparece em rótulos de Borgonha, Champagne e Bordeaux, mas você sabe exatamente o que ele significa? 🍷 Neste vídeo, exploramos a história, o significado e a evolução dessa palavra essencial para entender a qualidade, a origem e a classificação dos grandes vinhos da França. A origem do conceito remonta aos monges cistercienses, que desde 1098 dedicaram-se a estudar o solo, o clima e a constância dos vinhedos da Borgonha. Foram eles que mapearam as parcelas mais homogêneas, observaram resultados repetidos safra após safra e criaram a base do que hoje conhecemos como Cru, um precursor direto da ideia moderna de terroir. Ao longo do vídeo, mostramos como o termo se transformou ao longo dos séculos: de uma demarcação de vinhedo na Borgonha, aos níveis Grand Cru e Premier Cru, até se tornar uma classificação de produtores em Bordeaux, como definido em 1855. Entender esse termo é fundamental para interpretar rótulos, comparações de qualidade e estilos de vinhos fr
podcast· 56:59· Ep 467Breaking Wine Barriers: Rita Rosa's Journey from Nigeria to Bordeaux
Wine Talks has been watching this woman. She is making waves in a part of the wine world that one might not consider in daily converstaion: Nigeria. How does one become a Bordeaux specialist in Nigeria? Where does that inspiration come from? I have to tell you, having Rita Rosa on Wine Talks was like catching a warm breeze off the Mediterranean—unexpected, lively, and full of stories you want to tuck away for a rainy day with a glass of red. I started our conversation, as I often do, thinking I'd heard most things about the global wine world, but Rita took me right to the heart of Nigeria, weaving its vibrancy into the fabric of Bordeaux's storied cellars. Let's be honest: when you hear "African wine market," most folks in the business still think it's in its infancy, maybe a curiosity for big European houses sniffing after emerging markets. But Rita set me straight right from the jump—Nigerians have been drinking wine for quite a while, thank you very much. She explained that Lagos, w
podcast· 58:21· S8E81E81 - Stone Eagle Winery, Canada
Niagara on the Lake is raising the bar again. In this episode of Read Between the Wines , Pierre catches up with Adam Pearce , winemaker at Stone Eagle Winery and the talent behind the celebrated wines of Two Sisters in Ontario's Niagara region. Four years after their first conversation during the pandemic, Adam returns with big news. The once cult Stone Eagle label has grown into a full winery on Highway 55, with its own estate vineyards, focused portfolio and on site restaurant, The Nest. Together, Pierre and Adam explore what it really takes to build age worthy Canadian wines that reward patience, not just instant gratification. They dig into the details behind Stone Eagle's Cabernet Franc, the Eagle Eye Sauvignon Blanc Semillon, the Lush and Blanc de Franc sparkling wines, and why balance, structure and time remain the real luxuries in a small market like Canada. Adam also shares candid thoughts on climate change, extreme vintages, replanting difficult vineyards, and the constant t
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SWR Member Interview: Lessons on lightweighting from Wirra Wirra
In this Sustainable Wine Roundtable Member Interview podcast, I’m joined by Luke Tyler, marketing and sales director, and Matthew Deller MW, CEO of Wirra Wirra . Located in South Australia's McLaren Vale, the winery exemplifies what the region is well-known for: premium red wine and a strong commitment to sustainability. Wirra Wirra has a long history of sustainable practices, with current initiatives spanning across waste reduction, decarbonisation, biodiversity, packaging, and a reconciliation action plan. In recent years, lightweighting has been a major focus, and this year the winery introduced a proprietary 410g glass bottle across a significant portion of its production. Matt and Luke share practical insights into the lightweighting process, the importance of partnerships across the value chain, and why they chose to join the Sustainable Wine Roundtable and the Bottle Weight Accord.
videoIt's Always Sunny in Cabo
It's always sunny in Cabo! Tana takes a Sunday ride Thur the town of Cabo San Lucas. It can be quite a struggle to figure out where to go for a good meal. But we are here to help you with our restaurant reviews! A Girl has to Eat, Restaurant and Travel Reviews #cabowineclub #loscabos @Tacos Gardenias, Cabos Fast food with Delicious Fish & Shrimp Tacos I recommend it for a quick lunch spot.
podcast· 14:22250 Il VINO che sembra BUONO… ma non lo è! 5 INDIZI per CAPIRLO SUBITO
Come si riconosce un vino “troppo manipolato”, diciamo "costruito?? In questo video ti mostro 5 indizi semplici e concreti per capirlo subito, anche senza essere esperti sommelier. Scopriremo aromi sospetti, dolcezze insolite, colori troppo “perfetti” e altri segnali che possono rivelare un intervento pesante in cantina. E' un modo per capire meglio ciò che abbiamo nel bicchiere e bere con più consapevolezza. PROSIT!
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249 TRE BICCHIERI Gambero Rosso 2026: le 42 MIGLIORI BOLLICINE (Prosecco e Metodo Classico, con prezzi)
Un viaggio tra eccellenza, territorio e stile, alla scoperta delle Bollicine italiane che hanno conquistato il massimo riconoscimento del Gambero Rosso 2026, i "Tre Bicchieri". Un ottima guida per i tuoi imminenti acquisti in vista delle festività natalizie! ;-) PROSIT!
podcast· 1h 08m· Ep 86086: Viticulturists vs AI with Dr. Justin Scheiner
Growers are turning to AI for vineyard advice — but what happens when the algorithms get it wrong? In this episode, Fritz sits down with Texas A&M Extension Viticulture Specialist Dr. Justin Scheiner to put artificial intelligence to the test and reveal where it helps…and where it falls flat. Fritz and Justin walk through real vineyard questions — on pruning cuts, choosing between cane and spur pruning, designing an effective spray program, and diagnosing puzzling leaf symptoms — then grade the answers provided by AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot. Justin explains why, despite its convenience, AI can't replace Extension or experienced viticulture support. He breaks down how human experts interpret nuance, adapt recommendations to site-specific realities, and help growers navigate complex issues like fungicide resistance and disease pressure — areas where AI often oversimplifies to a fault. Listeners will come away with a grounded perspective on how to responsibly use AI in vineyard dec
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248 Una CANTINA SOCIALE nella TOP 10 mondiale di WINE SPECTATOR!
La cantina sociale PRODUTTORI DEL BARBARESCO conquista la Top 10 mondiale di WINE SPECTATOR con il Barbaresco docg 2021! Un risultato storico per il vino italiano. In questo video racconto perché è così importante questo risultato, la storia poetica di questa cantina sociale d'eccellenza e cosa significa per il futuro delle cooperative, in Italia. Un viaggio tra Nebbiolo, Barbaresco e una delle più belle storie del nostro vino.
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247 QUANTO CONTA LESTETICA della BOTTIGLIA di VINO nel 2025?
L’ "estetica" della bottiglia di vino può influenzare davvero la nostra scelta d'acquisto? Nel 2025 tra design, social, materiali e storytelling visivo, il packaging è diventato parte dell’esperienza di acquisto e di degustazione. In questo video analizziamo quanto conta davvero “il vestito” del vino e come è cambiata la percezione del consumatore. PROSIT!
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246 La più COLOSSALE TRUFFA nel MONDO del VINO (con AGGIORNAMENTO 2025 )
Questo è uno dei video più amati del canale, dedicato alla più grande truffa nel mondo del vino: la storia incredibile di Rudy Kurniawan, l’uomo che riuscì a ingannare collezionisti e case d’asta con bottiglie false di grandi vini francesi. Ho deciso di riproporlo oggi con un’introduzione e un aggiornamento finale, per raccontarvi cosa è successo dopo il suo rilascio nel 2020: dal rimpatrio obbligatorio in Indonesia alle recenti notizie che lo vedono nuovamente nel mondo del vino... Se non conoscevate questa storia, vi sorprenderà. E se l’avevate già vista, non perdetevi l’aggiornamento alla fine del video!
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245 COMPRARE VINO ON LINE CONVIENE ANCORA? Facciamo i conti
5 anni dopo il boom del 2020, l’e-commerce del vino in Italia è ancora un affare? In questo video analizziamo i numeri aggiornati del 2025: crescita, crisi, principali player (Tannico, Vino.com, Callmewine, Bernabei, etc...) e soprattutto se conviene davvero comprare vino online oggi. Parliamo di prezzi, servizio, affidabilità e del futuro del vino digitale. PROSIT!
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244 VitigniSanguigni: la GLERA, il lato nascosto del PROSECCO
il Prosecco non potrebbe esistere senza l'uva (peraltro cosi preziosa) che lo costituisce. Un vitigno antichissimo, che pochissimi conoscono, dalle caratteristiche uniche che si chiama Glera: vi porto alla scoperta di quest'uva meravigliosa!
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To decant or not to decant? That is the question…
To decant or not to decant? That is the question… Often regarded as an old-fashioned, even somewhat pretentious practice, decanting wine has its fair share of doubters. Is decanting simply done for show or does it serve a useful purpose? If so, which wines should be decanted and how long before serving should wine be decanted? This blogpost looks into the why, which, how and when of decanting wine. WHY DECANT WINE? The main reason historically for decanting wine was to remove it from any naturally-occurring sediment often seen in wines that have aged a while in bottle. This sediment can taste bitter and, let’s face it, is unpleasant in texture – no-one likes to get that gritty last mouthful of wine. You would expect to see a sediment in vintage & crusted port and wines, mostly red wines, that have been aged for a number of years in bottle. Some younger wines can also benefit from being decanted. There is a small but growing number of natural winemakers who prefer not to filter their wi
videoImportant White Wine Terms
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