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podcast· 58:38· Ep 599Ep 599: The Grape Miniseries Refresh - Malbec
This week I cover Malbec, or Côt as it's known in its native home of Southwest France. This old red grape variety has long history in France and was once one of its most planted grapes. But due to pickiness in the vineyard and harshness in the bottle, Malbec fell out of favor in its native country. Despite being a big component in the Bordeaux blend, the grape remained in relative obscurity until it hit South America, particularly Argentina. Although it wasn't an overnight success, Malbec hung around Argentina for about 150 years and then got its moment in the sun (literally). Today 75% of the world's Malbec grows in Argentina. Photo: Malbec grape. Source: Getty Images via Canva From a combination of factors and circumstances that worked perfectly for Malbec, the grape took on premium status in the 1990s in Argentina and rocketed into fame through the 2000s. It was then that Cahors, the native home of the grape changed some of its techniques to make its native grape shine in a differen
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In vino veritas: origine e significato.
Nel mondo antico ha sempre suscitato curiosità e riflessioni profonde il legame tra vino e verità. Ma cosa si cela veramente dietro a...
podcast· 25:23· Ep 69Savor Southern Oregon: The Rogue Valley’s Premier Wine Event
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), we explore the culinary, wine, and outdoor adventures of Southern Oregon with Carole Skeeters-Stevens of Travel Medford. Located in the heart of the Rogue Valley, Southern Oregon is home to a thriving wine region known for its remarkable diversity of grape varietals—more than 70 in total—thanks to the area’s unique climate and agricultural landscape. Carole shares insider tips on exploring the region’s wineries, planning a tasting route, and experiencing the highly anticipated Savor Southern Oregon event (June 12 & 13, 2026) that celebrates the area’s food, wine, and artisan producers. Beyond the vineyards, Southern Oregon offers an abundance of outdoor experiences, from scenic hiking and river adventures to visiting nearby natural wonders like Crater Lake National Park. Carol also shares travel tips for lodging, pairing local wines with regional chees
videoWhat’s Actually in Your Sake? 🍶 Kasumi Tsuru Label Breakdown
"Nihonshu" isn't just a word—it's the official name of Japan’s national spirit. In this video, Robert and Vanessa from The Secret Wine Society take a "fine-tooth comb" to a beautiful new arrival: Kasumi Tsuru Shibori-tate Yamahai. Learn the difference between "Namazake" and pasteurized sake [04:14], how to identify the brewery's 1725 origins [07:04], and why the Japanese government warns you to be careful when opening the bottle! Robert also explains the "Yamahai" brewing method and why this specific bottle tastes like tropical cream bananas. Timestamps: [00:37] - The official name: Why "Nihonshu" is the correct term for Sake. [01:00] - Decoding the ingredients list: Rice (Kome) and Koji. [02:41] - The Brewery: Kasumi Tsuru (The "Crane" of Hyogo Prefecture). [03:15] - What is Shibori-tate? Understanding the "First Press." [03:26] - The Yamahai method & Nama-chozo (unpasteurized maturation). [04:36] - Translation: "Chill it, then drink it" and Japanese health warnings. [05:31] - Safet
video🍶 New Sake Arrival 🍶 #howtoread #sakelabel #saketime #sake
podcast· 37:29· Ep 500Ancient Grapes and Modern Wines: Journey of Juliana Del Aquila
When at Wine Paris, I visited the booths of many countries. Catching up with old friends, and forging new relationships to help move the needle in wine. As I visited the Armenian wine booth, there was a bustle in the air. If there is an old guard in the Armenian wine trade, it would be Vahe Keusguarian. He forged much of what is the modern wine industry there. But before Vahe, there was Karas. In fact, Vahe's first job as he picked up his life and moved to Armenia...was at Karas. At the helm at Karas, an incredibly capable young woman; Juliana Del Aguila. Not only does she responsible for this pioneering winery in Armenia, she is at the helm of Bodega Fin Del Mundo in Argentina. Can you imagine that travel log? She spyed me in the corner of her eye and quickly came to say hi. You see, Wine Talks was one of her first podcasts...if not the first. Hear her here. Juliana de la Guila brings more than wine knowledge—she brings continents together in a single conversation. You'll quickly real
podcast· 4:55O ERRO QUE CRIOU OS VINHOS DE COLHEITA TARDIA
Você sabia que um simples atraso acabou mudando a história do vinho? Neste episódio, contamos como um acontecimento inesperado no século XVIII levou ao surgimento dos famosos vinhos de colheita tardia (Late Harvest), hoje apreciados em diversas regiões do mundo. A história começa na Alemanha, quando a autorização oficial para a colheita das uvas demorou a chegar. Quando finalmente foi concedida, os cachos já estavam supermaduros. O resultado surpreendeu: um vinho doce e diferente que acabaria dando origem a um estilo que se espalharia por regiões como Alemanha, França, Itália, Espanha e até pelo Novo Mundo. 🍷 TEMAS ABORDADOS NO VÍDEO 📜 O contexto histórico do principado de Fulda na Alemanha ⛪ O papel dos príncipes-bispos na autorização das colheitas 🍇 O atraso do mensageiro que mudou a vindima de 1775 🍷 O nascimento do estilo Spätlese no Rheingau 🌍 A expansão dos vinhos de colheita tardia pelo mundo 🏰 O papel histórico de Schloss Johannisberg na tradição do vinho Matéria na ínteg
podcast· 26:31How To Respond To Others About Your Drinking
If you have ever thought, " I don't want to make anyone feel bad because I'm not drinking." You are in the right place. You don't want your drinking to impact other people in a negative way, so when you are asked about it, you freeze. You don't know how to respond and end up defending, explaining yourself or pointing the blame at you. This is not the way to establish confidence in your alcohol free journey. How you respond to others as you go along your alcohol free journey, will dictate your success in a huge way. In today's episode you will learn: The thoughts you have that aren't true about other people What you need to understand about yourself to be confident responding to others about your drinking. Exactly what to say and how to say it in a way that invites people in to a conversation rather than creates shame or defiensiveness. Where to focus your attention when you are in social settings that will reduce your fear and desire to drink. Why we go into freeze and need to defend o
videoCan Wine Save The Planet Climate Rain and Flooding
Our planet is in the midst of climate chaos. Climate Chaos means you might be in a drought one year and a flood the next. Northern Italy saw this with a Severe Drought in the summer of 2022 and then heavy rains and flooding in the spring of 2023. Germany saw horrific flooding in Ahr in the summer of 2021, and devastating floods in Northern Germany occurred as recently as January 2024. In South America, El Nino brought severe rain and flooding to vineyards in Chile in 2023, while they still struggle with drought and a lack of snowfall in the Andes that provides irrigation in the warm summers. It’s not one or the other any longer. It’s both. There are Solutions! Cover crops, crop rotation, rotational grazing, and irrigation improvements can all help stabilize soil. Contour farming, dune stabilization, and Windbreaks can also help! The goal is to encourage life. Plants and their roots hold the soil in place. They also aerate the soil, allowing the water to soak in. This encourages mi
videoWhat Is Veraison? Our Winemaker Explains | Bell Wine Cellars
Bell Wine Cellars winemaker, John Hazak, walks us through this critical stage in the grape growing process, when the berries begin to soften and change color—signaling the start of ripening. Learn how veraison impacts the quality of the fruit and ultimately, the wine in your glass. #BellWineCellars #Veraison #NapaValley #WinemakerExplains #Coombsville #WineEducation #Harvest2025
videoUpdate from Winemaker John Hazak | Bell Wine Cellars – Faniani Vineyard Visit
Join Bell Wine Cellars' winemaker, John Hazak, as he visits our beautiful vineyard in Coombsville. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how the season is shaping up and hear John’s thoughts as we head into another promising year of winemaking. We're excited for what's to come—and even more excited to share great wine with you soon! 🍇 Cheers to a great season ahead! 📍 Coombsville, Napa Valley 🍷 Bell Wine Cellars #BellWineCellars #Coombsville #NapaValley #WinemakerUpdate #VineyardTour #WineSeason2025
videoDon't Sleep on Barbera! 🍷👀
Barolo might get the fame, but the wine locals in Piedmont actually drink is Barbera. And this one, from @borgogno1761 - the oldest winery in Barolo - is all about balance: red and black fruits, layers of dried herbs, warm spice, and bright acidity with soft tannins. Perfect with food, and definitely worth a spot on your table! imported by @ethicawines #BorgognoOCM #ethicawines ___________________ ABOUT V IS FOR VINO: Wish learning about wine was easier? It's fun AND easy with your personal sommelier, travel guide, and host, Vince! Join him as he travels the world of wine - eating, drinking, and breaking down wine topics for you up close and personal! Want to know more? On each episode of V is for Vino, you'll: - Meet a winemaker and learn their story. One of the best parts of drinking wine is getting to know the place where it came from and the people who made it! - Learn about the grapes. Vince breaks down wine topics easily, making them fun and easy to understand! - Visit the
podcast· 17:08127. Same Old Problem
Today I am talking about a mental construct that will set you free. It’s wild. You will never look at problems in the same way again. To get access to the “How to drink less when your partner/friends drink” class I mention in the podcast, go to annacharles.substack.com Otherwise if you want to drink less, drink rarely or not at all, I can help. And it will be fun learning how to do this too. You know what you want for your life. I know how to help you get it. Book a free call with me and let’s get to work: https://tidycal.com/90dayslater/consult
videoJoel Gott 815 Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Review| The Yoo-hoo of California Cabs!
This week we crack open the 2021 Joel Gott 815 Cabernet Sauvignon, a bottle you can find just about anywhere. In this episode, we dive into what it means to take on “big brand week,” share our first impressions of a California Cab at this price point, and talk through where it lands in our wine ranking system. Along the way, we swap out the name of our learning segment, "wine nuggets”, for the much better sounding “wine drops,” dig into California’s climate and oak choices, and discuss the food pairings that actually make sense with this style of wine. And for the first time, we try out a brand-new game: Wine Vibes. Is this Cab a wine fridge pick, a backup bottle, or just a casual sipper? Tune in and see where we landed. Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/ Website -- https://stopwastingyourwine.com/ #wine #winepodcsat #winereview #redwine Chapters 0:00 - Intro and Big Brand Week 2:00 - Preconceptions A
podcast· 2h 09m072 - Beth Novak & Aron Weinkauf of Spottswoode Estate
On today's podcast, we interview Beth Novak, President & CEO, and Aron Weinkauf, Winemaker & Vineyard Manager, of Spottswoode Estate. We deeply respect Spottswoode for its farming practices and the wines it produces; they are among our favorites in the valley. Spottswood is a family-owned winery that cares not just about the vines they farm or the wines they produce, but also the people involved in making them. The estate has a long history, and it is one of the only vineyards in California certified regenerative organic, which we obviously love. We dive into the property's history, Beth and Aron's journey, their industry-leading progressive farming and winemaking practices, and what Napa needs going forward.
videoRooted For Good: Jackson Family Wines Roadmap to 2030
Jackson Family Wines is a global leader in sustainable viticulture and winemaking. As of August 2021, we unveiled the biggest initiative the Jackson family has ever undertaken: Rooted for Good: Roadmap to 2030. It's a bold initiative and comprehensive set of goals outlining our 10-year plan to help tackle climate change, generate positive social impact, and support the vision for a sustainable future. Join Jackson Family Wines for a five-part series in collaboration with global experts, internat
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2025 Virginia Governor’s Cup by the Numbers
Today the Virginia Wine Board Marketing Office released results of the 2025 Virginia Governor’s Cup competition. This year marks the … Continue reading →
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The BeerQuest Game
If you love craft beer and adventure, The BeerQuest Game is your ultimate challenge! This interactive experience takes you on a journey...
video2023 Pagani Ranch Norma’s Block
Watch Lytton Springs Assistant Winemaker Michael Bairdsmith taste and talk about the 2023 Pagani Ranch Norma’s Block. Learn more: https://bit.ly/23PaganiNormas
video2023 St. Peter’s Church Zinfandel
Watch Lytton Springs Winemaker Shauna Rosenblum taste and talk about the 2023 St. Peter’s Church Zinfandel. Learn more: https://bit.ly/23StPetersChurch
video2023 Evangelho
Watch Lytton Springs Winemaker Shauna Rosenblum taste and talk about the 2023 Evangelho. Learn more: https://bit.ly/23Evangelho
video2022 Lytton Estate Syrah Grenache Mataro
Watch Lytton Springs Assistant Winemaker SMichael Bairdsmith taste and talk about the 2022 Syrah Grenache Mataro. Learn more: https://bit.ly/22SGM
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Exploring La Celia: A Premier Uco Valley Winery
Last week I attended a masterclass at the Institute of the Masters of Wine showcasing the very first winery in the Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina, La Celia. The current winemaker, Andrea Ferreyra has been making wines for Le Celia since 2006 and she was present to lead us through the masterclass. La Celia was founded […] The post Exploring La Celia: A Premier Uco Valley Winery appeared first on The Wine Sleuth .
podcast· 32:57· Ep 401Boscarelli - The Next Level of Nobile
After last episode's introduction to Vino Nobile, we dive a little deeper. We taste wines from Boscarelli, and even go "outside the house". For those who want to go even deeper, check out our Patreon account, there we have posted the full interview with Luca Ferrari ... become a paid member and get exclusive content like this. You can learn more about Poderi Boscarelli here - https://www.poderiboscarelli.com/en/index.html Wines represented by Artianal Wine Imports - https://artisanalwineimports.com/ You can support us on Patreon here - https://www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine ... $5/month members NOW get exclusive content. See Patreon page for details. You can email André at andre@andrewinereview.ca and follow him on Instagram here - @andrewinerview You can email Michael at michael@michaelpinkuswinereview.com and follow him on Instagram here - @thegrapeguy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.