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videoUnique Italian White Wine Grape “Arneis” from Region of Langhe
Italy produces a wide range of treasured white wine grapes, extending far beyond Pinot Grigio that is recognized by the average consumer. Today we highlight Arneis, a crisp+ fruity white wine grape varietal from Langhe Region that flys under the radar of recognition. Typically grown in tandem with Nebbiolo, Arneis is rich in character and its price range of $25 will lead the adventurous wine lover to a top value offering. #winetasting #arneiswine #italianwine
videoWhite Bordeaux Value from Domaine de Chevalier
Grand Cru Classe wine estate Domaine de Chevalier in Pessac region of Bordeaux, owned by the acclaimed Olivier Bernard, also operates a highly regarded vineyard in Sauternes known as Clos des Lunes that produces dry style of white wines that retail in the value range of $20. #domainedechevalier #whitebordeaux #olivierbernard #winelovers
videoBurgundy Wine Negociant : Patriarche Cellars in Beaune
The Burgundy wine region of France is well known for its powerful negociant firms such as Louis Jadot & Louis Latour. Another such name in this regard is Patriarche, founded in 1780 and highly regarded for its extensive wine cellar covering 4 kilometers in City of Beaune. Today we taste a classic Chardonnay offering from Patriarche, available in the $20 range. #whiteburgundy #chardonnay #patriarche #winelovers
video2017 Bordeaux Leoville Barton Paired with Rack of Lamb in NYC
Here at NYC Waldorf Astoria, the excellent wine list includes 2017 Bordeaux - Chateau Leoville Barton : this is indeed a wonderful discovery, since the 2017 Bordeaux vintage was largely overlooked by the traditional wine review community. But now almost 10 years later, this selection is drinking beautifully and reveals itself to be quite a value choice if you can locate it on a wine list or online retailer. #waldorfastoria #leovillebarton #chateauleovillebarton #2017bordeaux #winelistvalues
videoWagyu Tartare Elite Wine Pairing @ NYC Waldorf Astoria
Here at the NYC Waldorf Astoria we enjoy appetizer course of Wagyu Tartare with some elite wine pairings that are complete gems poured by the glass : 2019 La Dame de Montrose from Bordeaux-St. Estephe along with a 2022 Tignanello Super Tuscan. What a powerful experience to kick off our evening. #waldorfastoria #tignanello #wagyutartare #ladamedemontrose
videoSparkling Red Wine : Rare Hybrid Grape “Marechal Foch”
The rare hybrid red wine grape known as Marechal Foch was originally created in Alsace France, intended to withstand cold climates. Today we taste a sparkling red wine Pet Nat offering produced from Marechal Foch that was grown in The Appalachian Mountains. Pleb Urban Winery in Asheville NC’s River Arts District was sadly devastated during Hurricane Helene but its prior operation was acclaimed for creating these craft wine selections. #winepodcast #marechalfoch #hybridgrape
videoZinfandel Rose from Los Angeles River Wine Company
While we all recognize Northern California’s role in the global wine industry, not many consumers realize that Southern California hosts its own historic vineyards. Today we present an intense Zinfandel Rose wine offering created by Abe Schoener’s urban Los Angeles River Wine Company produced from grapes sourced from Lopez Vineyards in Cucamonga, CA. #winepodcast #zinfandel #losangeleswine
videoVolcanic Wine Region of Central France : “Puy de Dome”
The DARE wine shop in historic Lenox, MA is run by French natives who select a carefully curated array of artisinal wines, including this 100% Chardonnay offering retailing in $20 range, produced from 25 year old vines in Puy de Dome region of Central France. Puy de Dome is 1 of 10 global Volcanic AOP appellations and is known for its rare terroir infused with ash + lava. #winepodcast #puydedome #berkshiresfoodie
videoCabernet Wine "The Weapon" from Italy’s Veneto Region
Affectionately known as “the weapon” here at Gran Paradiso in Island Park NY, this powerful red wine offering Le Argille is a Cabernet Sauvignon produced in Italy’s Veneto region. This selection is quite an impressive heavyweight item and pairs perfectly with both our classic veal parmigiana dish along with the special sausage pasta. #winepodcast #italianwine #cabernetsauvignon
videoGran Paradiso Cafe : Long Island NY
Here at local favorite Gran Paradiso in Island Park, within Long Island NY the baked artichoke is a perfect summertime pairing for Barbera d’Alba wine offering from Italy’s Piedmonte region. #winepodcast #longislandfoodie #italianwine
videoMoules Frites Curry + White Bordeaux
Travels in The Berkshires led us to Cafe Triskele where Moules Frites Curry proved a perfect pairing for crisp White Bordeaux from Graves Region. Gracious owner Gilbert Clerget is a French native from Corsica who provides a warm hospitality vibe. #berkshires #cafetriskele #moulesfrites
videoChillable Red Wines for Summer
Here in The Berkshires at eclectic Ombra Wine Bar, David Kohl enjoys the benefits of a recent wine trend : chillable red wine - - this selection is harvested within France’s Sud Ouest Region + produced from the extremely rare native grape known as "Juracon Noir". Try a chillable red this summer at a backyard barbecue or when ordering spicy food at your favorite bistro. #wine #winepodcast #chillableredwine
videoItaly’s Emilia Romagna Wine Region
Emilia Romagna in northeast Italy produces rich red wines priced in the $20 range such as this Riserva Superiore from Celli Vineyards featuring the Sangiovese grape. The varietal pairs perfectly with gastronomic delights of the Emilia Romagna region and today we enjoy it with a hearty lasagna dish. #winepodcast #winelover #wine #sangiovese #emiliaromagna
videoGrillo : a White Wine Grape from Sicily
Italy contains a wealth of interesting white wine grapes beyond the Pinot Grigio recognized by consumers. Today we present a Grillo offering from Fina Winery in the Marsala region of Sicily. While Marsala is associated with the well known sweet cooking wine, it also is home to white wine grapes such as Grillo that produce dry / citrus toned offerings that reflect a Mediterranean character. #winepodcast #wine #italianwhitewine #grillowine #sicilianwine
videoAustria’s Kamptal Wine Region : Nearby to Vienna
Austria’s Kamptal wine region located nearby to Vienna sits 400 meters above sea level and houses some fabulous vineyards such as Nastl, producing crisp + dry white wines from the Gruner Veltliner grape. Mineral driven in character, Gruner Veltliner has become more prevalent on by the glass wine menus and can be identified in wine shops by the bright red/ white cap honoring the Austrian flag. #winepodcast #wine #winelover #grunerveltliner
videoRich + Earthy Red Wine from Kosovo
Charming cafe “Bella Vie” in Bayshore, Long Island carries an Italian/ French vibe, but who would have guessed the star of the evening would be this 2023 vintage Cabernet Sauvignon wine gem produced in Eastern European Kosovo by Stone Castle Vineyards. Pairing perfectly with our Spicy Pork Milanese, this wine drinks like an aged offering from Tuscany. Delivering old world elegance at a budget price, Stone Castle is a fine discovery. #winepodcast #winelover #kosovowine #stonecastlevineyard #foodie #longislandfoodie #bayshorelongisland
videoA Silky Vintage 2022 Bordeaux Superieur
The wine list at Sunflower Cafe in Bayport, Long Island features some fabulous selections, such as Chateau Ribebon , a barrel aged Bordeaux Superieur that truly over delivers. The 2022 vintage, although young is a silky drinking experience produced from mostly merlot + cabernet franc grapes. The vineyard estate is owned by Alain Aubert who has a 250 year family history in the winemaking trade. #winepodcast #wine #bordeauxsuperieur #chateauribebon #alainaubert
videoOysters Rockefeller with Sauvignon Blanc in Bayport, Long Island
When traveling out east on Long Island, stop in to Sunflower Cafe in Bayport, a gem location for sophisticated yet casual dining. We are thrilled that Sunflower Cafe carries our Il Caillou Sauvignon Blanc from France’s Perigord region. Tonight we pair it with elegant Oysters Rockefeller. #winepodcast #longislandfoodie #sauvignonblanc #bayportlongisland
videoArgiano Brunello di Montalcino + Veal Milanese on Long Island NY
What a great find on the wine list at Patrizia’s on Long Island : Argiano Brunello di Montalcino, which in 2019 was heralded by Wine Spectator as wine of the year. It is a perfect pairing with Veal Milanese and we give a shout out to our friend Antonio the manager at Patrizia’s original Williamsburg Brooklyn location. Now with almost 20 locations throughout NYC, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, New Jersey & Florida : Patrizia’s is a fun place to discover. #wine #brunellodimontalcino #argianobrunello #brunello
videoBandol Rose Wine in NYC Theater District
When in NYC Theater District, a great choice for dinner is Le Rivage, where we enjoy an elegant Rose Wine from Bandol, a charming seaside town in the Provence region of France. Bandol Rose is produced as a blend of Cinsault, Mourvèdre & Grenache grapes : what a perfect pairing for our dinner of Provence favorites Duck L’Orange + Ratatouille. #winepodcast #bandolrose #nycfoodscene #nycfood #nycfoodie
videoBrooklyn’s LB Spumoni Gardens : a Great Place to Discover French Wine
LB Spumoni Gardens in Brooklyn’s Coney Island Region has always been a great place to enjoy hearty fare and the classic Spumoni dessert, but now the historic establishment adds to its excellence with David Kohl’s French wine selections from Chateau & Estates Imports including Il Caillou, produced in Perigord Region, known as home of the black truffle. Stop in for a fabulous dining experience soon and ask about the new France-oriented additions to the wine list. #wine #winepodcast #brooklynfoodie #spumonigardens #coneyisland #brooklynwine
videoTruffle Wine By-the-Glass in Brooklyn’s Coney Island Region
David Kohl is thrilled that LB Spumoni Gardens nearby Coney Island in Brooklyn carries his refreshing + citrusy Sauvignon Blanc import selection from Perigord region of France “Il Caillou”, and is pouring it by the glass. The Perigord region is acclaimed for its production of black truffles, a rare gourmet delicacy native to the forested region. #wine #winepodcast #coneyisland #blacktruffle #spumonigardens #brooklynfoodie
videoArgentina Red Wine Grape “Bonarda” + a Spicy Chorizo
Most consumers know that Argentina produces Malbec -based red wines, but the red grape known as Bonarda is also widely planted in Argentina’s Mendoza Region. Similar to the history of Malbec, Bonarda originated in France (under the now extinct varietal Douce). Rich in blue fruits, Bonarda is a perfect pairing for spicy chorizo #winepodcast #redwine #bonarda #mendozaargentina #chorizo
videoRhône’s Vacqueyras Red Wine : a Poor Man’s Chateauneuf du Pape
The rock star of France’s Southern Rhone winemaking region is undoubtedly Chateauneuf du Pape but many consumers do not know that neighboring Vacqueyras was elevated to its own appellation in the 1990s and today produces rich red wines from Grenache + Syrah grapes with distinct spice tones and a price under $20. #winepodcast #rhonevalley #vacqueyras #winelover #southernrhone #chateauneufdupape