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Looking for the best wine shop near you? The Secret Wine Society in Historic Oakland! 📍❣️

The Secret Wine Society Wine Talks on KPNW RADIO | Featuring Klinker Brick Winery | 6•6•2025 part 2

Robert from The Secret Wine Society joins KPNW Radio for a special "Wine Talk" featuring Farah Jolly from Klinker Brick Winery in Lodi, CA. In this episode, we dive into what makes Old Vine Zinfandel special [00:11], why Lodi is the "up and coming" value region of California [06:51], and the mystery of "The Old Ghost" reserve zin [02:20]. We also discuss why the "mean streets" of Oakland, Oregon [08:09] are the perfect place to find high-quality bottles that won't break the bank. Timestamps: [00:11] - 126-year-old vines: What "Old Vine" actually means for wine concentration. [01:46] - The struggle of Zinfandel: Why uniform ripening is so difficult to achieve. [02:20] - "The Old Ghost": The sneaky, high-ABV reserve brother to Klinker Brick. [03:26] - Production secrets: Comparing the "workhorse" bottle to small-batch reserves. [06:51] - Lodi vs. Napa: Why savvy wine drinkers are looking for value in Lodi. [08:09] - The "Mean Streets" of Oakland: Robert talks about life at the shop in

Lodi’s Best Kept Secret: Klinker Brick Winery 🍷 (Wine Talks Part 1)

Robert from The Secret Wine Society returns to KPNW Radio with a very special guest: Farah Jolly from Klinker Brick Winery in Lodi, California. In this first part, we discover the fascinating history behind the "Clinker Brick" name [01:54], why Farah’s family pivoted away from Chardonnay to embrace Albariño [03:41], and the heartwarming (and muddy!) story behind the Farah Syrah [07:31]. Robert also breaks down why Lodi is becoming the go-to destination for world-class wine without the Napa price tags. Timestamps: [01:54] - What is a Clinker Brick? The story of a family home and a unique name. [03:41] - Breaking Up with Chardonnay: Why Klinker Brick moved to Albariño. [05:33] - Pairing Tips: Oysters, fish tacos, and the "ultimate" roast chicken match. [07:31] - The Farah Syrah: A 5-year-old's intuition and a stuck tractor. [08:51] - Old World meets New World: Why this Syrah smells like the Northern Rhone. [11:03] - The Lodi Revolution: Why savvy drinkers are skipping Napa Valley. [11:

Here’s a taste of excellence! 🎶🍷@AndreiAndreev

Here’s a taste of excellence! 🎶🍷by Andrei Andreev

We are always on the hunt for more than just great wine 😋✨ #cheese #yummyfood

How to Pick the Best Prosecco & Zinfandel | Secret Wine Society

What makes a "Superior" Prosecco, and why does Zinfandel age faster in smaller bottles? Today we’re joined by Robert and Chris from the Secret Wine Society in Oakland, Oregon to taste through Italian bubbles, a rustic California Zinfandel, and a classic Spanish Rioja. 📍 Visit the Shop: Secret Wine Society 111 NE Locust St, Oakland, OR 97462 (Just 2 minutes off I-5, Exit 140!) 🌐 Shop Online & Join the Club: https://secretwinesociety.com/ 🍷 Hours: Sat 12-8pm | Sun 12-5pm In this video, we cover: 0:00 - How to find Oakland, OR (The best stop south of Eugene) 0:02:10 - What is Prosecco Superiore DOCG? (Sommariva Tasting) 0:03:55 - The "Charmat Method" vs. Champagne 0:05:22 - Italian Mountain Cheese: Larai & Mini Screamer Pairings 0:07:35 - The Secret to Wine Pairing: "What grows together, goes together" 0:11:16 - Storybook Mountain Zinfandel: Why Zinfandel is hard to grow 0:14:40 - Why half-bottles (375ml) age faster than standard bottles 0:17:15 - Tasting Muga Rioja Reserva: The law

Come on in and indulge in a special experience of wine, sake, cheese, prosciutto, and more!

How to Find the Best French Rosé & California Zinfandel | Secret Wine Society

✨ 2023 Le Galantin Bandol Rose , Provence, France ✨ 2022 Ridge Vineyards 'Three Valleys' Red , Sonoma County, USA ✨ 2021 inniskillin vidal ice wine, NIAGARA PENINSULA Why are you still drinking the same wine you bought 10 years ago? Today on the KPNW Wake Up Call, Robert from the Secret Wine Society explains why he acts as your "personal wine algorithm" to rescue you from the same old labels. We’re tasting a diverse lineup today, from a warm-climate French Rosé to a quintessential American blend, and finishing with a decadent Canadian Ice Wine. 📍 Visit the Secret Wine Society: 111 NE Locust St, Oakland, OR 97462 🌐 https://secretwinesociety.com/ In this segment: 0:00 - Meeting the "Security Geese" of Oakland, Oregon 0:01:25 - The Elevator Pitch: Why we taste everything before it hits the shelf 0:02:40 - Discovering wines from the Canary Islands and beyond 0:04:15 - 2023 Le Galantin Bandol Rosé: The power of the Mourvèdre grape 0:05:40 - Tasting Notes: Why this Rosé tastes like t

Secret Wine Society on @KPNWWakeUpCall 5•3•24

🍷 2021 Scaia Rosato, Veneto IGT 🍷2017 Celeste Reserve, DO Ribera del Duero 🍷 LACUESTA VERMOUTH, Blanco Extra Seco

Secret Wine Society on @KPNWWakeUpCall 4•19•24

Secret Wine Society guest appearance on KPNW ​⁠ 4•19•24 🍷 Domaine Marion Pral Beaujolais Cuvée Terroir 🍷 2018Terzetto Barolo DOCG 🍷 2021 Podere Sapaio Volpolo Red (Bolgheri)

New episode of #winetalk on @KPNWWakeUpCall 🍷📻

Secret Wine Society guest appearance on KPNW ​⁠ 4•19•24

Toki-no-Hiroba at Osaka Station. Can you spot the silver clock?

Hand-made copper grater from Japan. Beautiful #craftsmanship

Hideki-san was kind enough to allow me into his tea room. Here are some of his pieces. Stunning!#陶芸

Thanks to the crew at Fukuju 福寿 for allowing us an up-close look at the rice-soaking process.

Thanks to the crew at Fukuju 福寿 for allowing us an up-close look at the rice-soaking process. They time this to the second! #fukujusakebrewery #nihonshu #sake #howto

Just got these beautiful handmade guinomi from Japan! #guinomi

🥂Happy New Year 2024! 🥂

Uncorking ItalysA Radiant Wine Journey on AM•1120 KPMW| Part 2: Tedeschi, Cencioni, Buglioni

🎙️Tune in to our recent feature on AM•1120 KPNW RADIO! 📻In this captivating segment, we dive into the world of exquisite wines. Part 2, aired on 12/1/23, showcases remarkable Italian gems: ✨Tedeschi 2019 Maternigo Red (Valpolicella Superiore) - A journey to the heart of Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy. @tedeschiwines ✨Patrizia Cencioni 2017 Sangiovese (Brunello di Montalcino) - Uncover the beauty of Tuscany with this Sangiovese from Brunello di Montalcino. @patriziacencioni_winery ✨Buglioni L’Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2019 - Indulge in the rich Red Blends from Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy. @cantinabuglioni . . . . @wakeupcall1120kpnw #onair #winetalk #italianwines #winetasting🍷 @KPNWWakeUpCall

Uncorking Italy: A Radiant Wine Journey on AM•1120 KPNW RADIO | Part 1: Tedeschi, Cencioni, Buglioni

🎙️ Tune in to our recent feature on AM•1120 KPNW RADIO! 📻 @KPNWWakeUpCall In this captivating segment, we dive into the world of exquisite wines. Part 1, aired on 12/1/23, showcases remarkable Italian gems: 🍷 Tedeschi 2019 Maternigo Red (Valpolicella Superiore) - A journey to the heart of Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy. 🍇 Patrizia Cencioni 2017 Sangiovese (Brunello di Montalcino) - Uncover the beauty of Tuscany with this Sangiovese from Brunello di Montalcino. ✨ Buglioni L'Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2019 - Indulge in the rich Red Blends from Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy. Join us for a virtual tasting experience as we savor the flavors and stories behind these exceptional wines. Cheers to the art of winemaking! 🥂✨ #WineTasting #AM1120KPNW #ItalianWines

Embark on a journey of exquisite taste with our unparalleled wine club✨🍷#thesecretwinesociety

Discover cheese heaven with Persille de Chevre de Rambouillet. 🧀 #cheese o'clock #cheese

Check out our new Himeji Castle noren!

Check out our new Himeji Castle noren! . . . #japanesenoren #norencurtain #japaneseculture #japanesesouvenir #thesecretwinesociety #himejicastle #himeji #japaneselearning

New cheese in town: Wrängebäck 🧀 oldest registered cheese brand of Sweden #cheeseburger

Cool Japanese #artpieces 🇯🇵✨ #kabuto #samurai #craftmanship