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podcast· 40:12Unlock Chablis with Michael Pinkus and André Proulx - Episode 334
**This Episode is Sponsored Content thanks to Vins de Chablis****This Episode is also sponsored by Val D'Oca Prosecco** Michael and André do a quick overview of Vins de Chablis tasting through the whole pyramid going from Petit Chablis up to Grand Cru. They also take a moment to discuss https://unlock.chablis-wines.com/ a new online program to help people get a better understanding of the region.Thank you to Val D'Oca for their sponsorship - You can learn more about their wines at https://www.valdoca.com/en/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 58:34Stump The Chump With Cellartimewine and Rescuingtrappedwine - Episode 333
We were approached by a listener Myles - who wanted to free up some space in the cellar. So he brought the largest lineup of wines we have ever tasted for Stump the Chump. We were also joined by Jordan of rescuingtrappedwine fame. How did the crew do? Were there any duds in the lineup? You can follow Myles and Jordan at the links belowhttps://www.instagram.com/cellartimewine/https://www.instagram.com/rescuingtrappedwine/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 45:49The Powerful Sagrantino of Bocale - Episode 332
We are joined today by Valentino Valentini of Agricola Bocale. Michael and André recently tasted through a lineup of wines in an attempt to teach André more about Sagrantino - and the wines of Umbria. It appears the movement to use less oak in wine production has made it's way to Montefalco. Available to purchase in Ontario through Apparition Wines & Spirits: www.apparitionwines.com | sales@apparitionwines.com | 416 557 5145Montefalco Rosso DOC 2018Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG 2017 Ennio Sagrantino DOCG 2017Trebbiano Spoletino DOC 2022You can learn more about Bocale by clicking here -https://www.bocale.wine/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 51:12Let's Get Schooled on Soave and Valpolicella with PRA - Episode 331
We woke up early in July to sit down with Diego Corradi from the Verona Mountains, and the Export Manager with Azienda Agricola Graziano Prà. We learn about a wine that is named after a beloved border collie - and the impact that volcanic soils have on Soave. We also scratch the surface on the sweet wines of the region. André may have learned something about Italian wine - Michael was Michael.You can purchase wines from PRA through the Vine Agency - https://thevineagency.ca/shop/productsLearn more about PRA by clicking here - https://www.vinipra.it/en/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine through Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 39:12Will The Low Alcohol Pinot Grigio From Mezzacorona Be The Wine Of The Summer? - Episode 330
We are joined today by Matteo Apollonio, export manager for Mezzacorona Wines. We go through the lineup including Pinot Grigio - and the low alcohol Pinot Grigio that may make its way to a family picnic this summer... but not at Michael's house. You can learn more about Mezzacorona by visiting https://www.mezzacorona.it/Thanks to Woodman Wines for hosting us - you can find the Mezzacorona Wines at the LCBO. You can learn more about Woodman Wines at https://www.woodmanwinesandspirits.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 52:24André Went To Bourgogne And Learned Stuff - Episode 329
There have been many jokes about Chardonnay over the years on this podcast. But André got a chance to make the pilgrimage to the mother land in Bourgogne. He traveled from the Maconnais up to Cote des Nuits - and did learn something along the way. With thanks to:Pascal Marchand - http://www.marchand-tawse.com/en/Veronique Drouhin - https://www.drouhin.com/en_US/Sylvain Pataille Domaine Pavelot - https://www.domainepavelot.com/en/Domaine Patrick Javillier - http://www.patrickjavillier.com/#!en/Vins de Bourgogne - https://www.vins-bourgogne.fr/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 45:02Michael Went To Abruzzo And Drank A Ton Of Rosé - Episode 328
So Michael and André have both been to Abruzzo. They both tried to learn something - did it finally stick? Michael is fevereshly working on his Rosé report so tasted a lot of cerasuolo while away. Highlights from his trip include Torre dei Beati - www.torredeibeati.itMasciarelli - http://www.masciarelliwine.com Nic Tartaglia - www.nictartaglia.com Pasetti - www.pasettivini.itYou can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 36:20The Excitement of Languedoc/Loire/Provence/Roussillon - Episode 327
Michael went to France - André decides (once again) to try to learn something from him. Anything that is learned is by accident. You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 37:23Michael went to Montefalco - Episode 326
Michael recently spent some time in Italy - so André decides to try to learn something from him. Rest assured anything learned is purely by accident. You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 48:34Shooting The Poop - Episode 325
Michael and André recorded this before Michael took off to Italy and France for a month. André is getting ready to take off to Burgundy. They decided to taste through some wines from Kacaba, Chateau des Charmes, and 16 Mile to get ready for summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 47:13Eyebrow Raising Wines from Mission Hill with Winemaker Corrie Krehbiel - Episode 324
We are joined by Corrie Krehbiel the winemaker from Mission Hill. Michael recently had a chance to taste these wines at an event in Toronto. He was so impressed that he thought this would be a great opportunity to talk to the winemaker from Mission Hill about what's going on there. We asked if they would provide some wines to taste - and they did not disappoint by delivering bottles of Perpetua, Oculus, and Quatrain. You can order the wines tasted directly from - https://www.missionhillwinery.com/With thanks to Mission Hill Winery. for providing samples.You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 1h 14mDiscovering Veneto with Gabriele Fasan of Ponte - Episode 323
Today Michael and André are joined by Gabriele Fasan of Ponte. This winery has a large portfolio including more than a few bottles of Prosecco that are tasted on this podcast.You can learn about Ponte here: https://www.ponte1948.it/You can order these wines by contacting J Cipelli - https://www.jcipelli.ca/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 46:12Wine Journalism in 2023 Featuring The Connected Table - Episode 322
Today we are joined by Melanie Young & David Ransom of the Connected Table. Longtime members of the wine community you can listen to their radio show and connect with them by visiting - https://theconnectedtable.com/ Melanie also hosts Fearless Fabulous You - Where you can hear her share the stories of women entrepreneurs. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/209-fearless-fabulous-you-27073519/Today we unpack the difference between earned and paid media. What is the state of wine media in 2023? While this is a topic Michael and André have been unpacking recently we are thrilled to get a new perspective on this. You can support Two Guys Talking Wine through Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 38:35A Side By Side Look At Monte Bello and Ridge Vineyards - Episode 321
Michael was kind enough to procure a bottle of 2009 Ridge Monte Bello for André this year. After enjoyin the bottle together they thought they should reach out to the source to unpack what makes this wine so damned good - and why it's such an icon. Ridge Vineyards responded the call by sending head winemaker John Olney to put up with the guys this week while they sipped on the current vintage for sale - 2019. Let's dive into the philosophy of what goes on behind the scenes at this iconic Californian winery.This podcast was not sponsored however the 2019 Monte Bello was gratefully provided for sample to Michael and André You can follow Ridge Vineyards here:https://www.ridgewine.com/https://www.instagram.com/ridgevineyards/You can order Ridge wines in Ontario from Rogers and Company - https://rogcowines.com/winery/ridge-vineyards/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 37:41We Talk About Scoring Wines (Again) with Paul K - Episode 320
Today Michael and André are joined by Paul K of the Original Wine Of The Month Club. We discuss the current state of wine journalism and how important wine scores are when it comes to selling wine in 2023. We definitely make mention of James Suckling, Luca Maroni, and Carolyn Evans Hammond as people who's scores are regularly flagged as being out to lunch. You can subscribe to Paul K's Podcast at: https://www.winetalkspodcast.com/You can listen to our appearance coming up on his show shortly! Support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 29:05Flat Rock Nerds Out On Yeast Strains - Episode 319
Are yeast strains interesting? Michael and André unpack this question when they taste through a trio of wines from Ontario's Flat Rock Cellars. They bottled two incarnations specificlly by the yeast strain used to ferment these wines. What impact does yeast have on wine?You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Two Guys Talking About 2023 - Episode 318
Michael and André set the table on what to expect in the 2023 season of Two Guys Talking Wine. After taking a much needed month off to refocus. You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 50:35Q&A with Terry David Mulligan - Episode 317
Michael and André run the longest running podcast based in Ontario. Terry David Mulligan has the longest running podcast about wine in Canada. They all sit down together to talk about Terry David's newest project - a Bordeaux style blend made with Jason Priestly and Michal Mosny. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 25:55André and Michael Talk About Their Toronto Life Columns - Episode 316
Michael and André run through the highlights from their Toronto Life columns for Christmas and New Years. These columns were written after tasting through 269 wines! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 43:12Would You Pay $4888.95 On A Bottle Of Gin? - Episode 315
We sit down with Jessica Chester one of the founders of Laneway Gin. We talk about some great bottles to score for the holidays - but end up taking a look at branding and marketing in general for the beverage industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 47:37We Finally Sit Down With The Foreign Affair Winery - Episode 314
Earlier this year Michael and André declared they were going to put Appassimento from Ontario on trial. The year got away from them - and here we are in the month of December where we sit down with René Van Ede, winemaker - and Ed Haddon, sommelier - both from the Foreign Affair. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 39:29Stump the Chump with Ken Little - Episode 313
We are joined by longtime listener and supporter Ken Little. When he pledged to support 2 Guys Talking Wine - I'm not sure he had this in mind. We stump the chump!You can check out Ken's work at the following links:https://www.instagram.com/resonanttransitions/https://soundhealinginstruments.com/https://abbeyretreatcentre.ca Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
podcast· 38:16Hey LCBO Where Is The Beaujolais Nouveau? - Episode 312
Were you missing Beaujolais Nouveau from the shelves of the LCBO this year? What happened? We take a look at whether or not these wines were missed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.