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- podcast· 35:18· Ep 396
396: Can Bordeaux Reinvent Itself? How One of Wine's Greatest Regions is Adapting to a Changing World
Can Bordeaux adapt to changing wine tastes without losing its identity? Bordeaux is pulling up thousands of hectares of vines because of overproduction. How does Mouton Cadet's model offer a way out for some wine growers? How are modern Bordeaux producers, like Mouton Cadet, creating wines with more energy, smoothness, and drinkability for today's consumers? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Véronique Hombroekx, the Managing Director for the Mouton Cadet Brand and Jérôme Aguirre, Director, Mouton Cadet Wines, about their Fair for Life program. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks . Highlights Why did Canada become one of the first markets chosen for Mouton Cadet's Fair for Life launch? What does the success of Fair for Life wines in Canada reveal about today's wine consumers? Why does Veronique see consumer support as a direct investment in the future of winegrowers? How is Mouton Cadet helping consumers un
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Christmas Tipples 2025
CHRISTMAS TIPPLES: It’s nice to have something special on the table when welcoming family and friends around the festive period. The post Christmas Tipples 2025 appeared first on Laura Hadland: The Extreme Housewife .
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Chili’s Is Launching New Margaritas with a Nod to ‘The Office’
In the immortal words of Pam Beasley: We feel God in this Chili’s tonight. Chili’s recently added four new Margaritas to its cocktail menu nationwide, according to a brand representative: The Casamigos ‘Rita, Henny ‘Rita, Skinny ‘Rita, and Sangrita ‘Rita. To celebrate the new items, the Dallas-based restaurant chain is paying homage to its link to NBC’s “The Office” by partnering with two major cast members. The article Chili’s Is Launching New Margaritas with a Nod to ‘The Office’ appeared first on VinePair .
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Dingle Batch No. 5 Single Malt Irish Whiskey New Release
Dingle Batch No. 5 Single Malt Irish Whiskey Dingle Batch No. 5 is the latest Whiskey expression from Dingle Distillery in Kerry. Dingle Batch No. 5 is an Irish Single Malt Whiskey finished in Bourbon, Madeira and Pedro Ximenez casks. Dingle Batch No. 5 is the second batch released under the watch of master Distiller […]
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André’s Gin Of The Week – Kaiza 5 Blue Gin
From the south of Africa to the south of Germany. Who knows the Kaiza 5 will love the Kaiza 5 BLUE, I claim.A real summertime gin, which truly deserves this epithet. Its royal blue color gets this gin from the blueberry. From the first impression, the seductive freshness of the white elderflower delights the senses. […]
videoHigh-End Wine Tasting at 200mph—What Could Go Wrong 🍷 #WineTasting #Racing #Shorts
Attorney Somm attends the inaugural IndyCar Grand Prix of Arlington and pairs this race with the wine lineup from Napa Valley's Far Niente!
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I should drink more Riesling!
<p>Don’t tend to drink a lot of Riesling, and to be honest, I don’t know why, as I always enjoy it.</p><p>I do prefer the dry Rieslings, and this Alsace bottle was, for me, just what I want. Alsace is one of the driest regions in France, allowing a l
videoAugmented Reality Wine Label
2023 Conde del Pazo Godello from Bierzo, Spain. Uses an augmented reality wine label, scan the QR code. #augmentedreality #label #bierzo #spain #qrcode #wineenthusiast #winenot #mwlife #masterofwine #bobpaulinski
video⚾🇻🇪 ¡LA SELECCIÓN DE BÉISBOL EDUCÓ A LA VINOTINTO! | RedWine
Analizamos el anuncio de Oswaldo Vizcarrondo como nuevo DT de la seleccion de Venezuela. El histórico Vinotinto arriba para un proyecto a largo plazo en la FVF. ¡ARRANCAMOS! ¡Síguenos en instagram para que no te pierdas nuestro contenido! @Redwine.oficial 🔥 @Iamzurdo_20 🔝 #Venezuela Vinotinto #Futbol
videoWine Lover vs Wine Snob: The Ultimate Tasting Debate
Do you need a 47-minute ritual and a sensory deprivation tank to enjoy a glass of wine? Absolutely not. Here are the only 4 steps you actually need to taste wine like a pro, without being a snob. 👇🍷 Video Topic: How to properly taste wine for beginners vs. pretentious sommelier stereotypes. The 4 Real Steps to Tasting Wine: 1. Look (Color), 2. Swirl (Aeration), 3. Smell (Aroma), 4. Taste (Finish). Debunked Myth: You do not need to identify hyper-specific, absurd notes like "first edition books" or "existential dread" to understand quality wine. Key Takeaway: Wine tasting should be simple, enjoyable, and free of gatekeeping. Brand Authority: Big Hammer Wines provides expert curation without the pretentious nonsense. Is wine tasting an intimidating ritual or a simple 4-step process? In this hilarious debate between a normal "Sane Wine Lover" and an "Insufferable Wine Connoisseur," we break down the right (and wrong) ways to enjoy a glass. While the snob insists on a strict routine in
videoTop Chef Judges Taste Test Biscuits
‘Top Chef’ judges Tom Colicchio and Gail Simmons team up with host Kristen Kish to put their palates to the test in a tasting challenge focused on Southern classics. Subscribe to Food & Wine: https://www.magazine.store/food-and-wine/ More ways to follow Food & Wine: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/foodandwine Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/foodandwine TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@foodandwine Website: https://www.foodandwine.com Food & Wine inspires and empowers our food- and wine-obsessed community to eat, drink, entertain, and travel better—every day, everywhere. Watch for recipes, expert tips, and stories from the world of food and drink.
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videoWorth the hype?
First sip of a wine the world hasn’t seen yet 👀🍷 Would you drink it? Watch more of The Wine Show through our page! #thewineshow #explorepages #nowstreaming #winefacts #winelover #foryou #explorepages #matthewgoode
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videoNon Alcoholic Hot Toddy with Amaro Lucano
Hot toddy season, but make it zero proof 🤝🍯 Save this for your next cold night in. Whether it’s Dry January or you just want a cozy cocktail moment without the booze, this is our latest obsession. A Non-alcoholic Amaro Hot Toddy using Amaro Lucano Non Alcoholic amaro. Warm, bitter sweet, and still feels like the real deal. Lucano has been producing quality liqueurs since 1894 and this bottle is proof (no-pun intended) they know what they’re doing. From a small village in Pisticci to being enjoyed all around the world, this one’s earned its spot in my winter rotation. 🌍🔥 Content from @jameswitty
videoEaster Brunch Mimosa with Poema Cava
An Easter Brunch Mimosa Idea featuring Poema Cava 🥂🐰 An affordable sparkling wine that is my absolute favorite 😍🍾 It’s perfect for everyday celebrations and Poema crafts high-quality, small production Cava for all of life’s celebrations, both big and small! Content from @nickiehworth
videoAdult Easter Basket ft. Caposaldo! 🐰
🌷🐣 Sip into Spring with Caposaldo this Easter! Caposaldo is a beautifully crafted Italian wine that is made with true Italian authenticity & surprisingly affordable. Perfect for Easter brunch, dinner with family, or a sunny spring afternoon, Caposaldo wines bring delicious flavor to every moment without breaking the bank.🍷🌸 Content from @mrs.lilymonroe on IG
videoApril 2026 - Coming Soon. #italy
videoWine Spectator Spotlight: Jen Beloz
Faust Estate Director, Jen Beloz, talks about her biggest mistake in her wine career and what she learned from it.
podcast· 55:35· Ep 532Why Biodynamic Wines Might Actually Taste Better: Smith Haut Lafitte's Radical Approach; Ludovic Fradin
When you travel to the south end of Bordeaux, you enter a different feel, a different approach, a proud regional group. What was once just called the Graves district, now has su-appelations and this one is Pessac-Leognon. Home of some amazing Chateau that seem to be understanding and coming to grips with the changing consumer landscape. The region is steeped in tradition, and it should continue to be, but is working hard to attrack and speak to younger consumers. One of the methods spoke about in this part of Bordeaux is enhancing the experience; how can we as a group of wineries, enhance the experience of our guests and visitors? To help answer that question...Ludovic Fradin stopped by the studio to explain. Ludovic Fradin didn't just bring bottles to the studio—he brought a Molotov cocktail for Bordeaux's old-guard comfort zone, ready to toss assumptions out the window. If you've ever wondered whether the grand estates of France cling too tightly to tradition or if Napa's bombastic w
videoWhy rich people drink $500 vinegar
Age doesn't fix bad wine. If it was stored wrong, your $500 vintage Bordeaux is literally just expensive salad dressing. 🥗 #luxurywine #vintage #winelover
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videoStraight Talk Episode 33: Memento Mori and Vida Valiente Winemaker Sam Kaplan
Winemaker Sam Kaplan is rapidly becoming one of the biggest names in the California wine world, as his Memento Mori, Vida Valiente, Arkenstone and Maxem projects are enjoying a level of success despite the industry’s current headwinds. His collaborator, vintner Hayes Drumwright, just announced that he and investors have bought the historic Edge Hill Estate in St. Helena, which will provide Kaplan with another winemaking challenge. Kaplan joined host James Molesworth in Wine Spectator’s Napa studio to talk about his path to wine, including a childhood spent with some grapevines planted on the red clay of Oklahoma, through a mentorship with Pine Ridge’s Gary Andrus and eventually to his multiple winemaker roles today. Listen to the full episode at www.winespectator.com/straighttalk or wherever you get your podcasts.
videoHow Do You Pronounce "Pecan"? Top Chef Judges Weigh In
A lively exchange unfolds as Top Chef judges Tom Colicchio and Gail Simmons along with host Kristen Kish debate the proper pronunciation of “pecan,” revealing just how personal food language can be. Subscribe to Food & Wine: https://www.magazine.store/food-and-wine/ More ways to follow Food & Wine: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/foodandwine Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/foodandwine TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@foodandwine Website: https://www.foodandwine.com Food & Wine inspires and empowers our food- and wine-obsessed community to eat, drink, entertain, and travel better—every day, everywhere. Watch for recipes, expert tips, and stories from the world of food and drink.
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videoForbidden Kiss Sweet Red Sparkling Wine Review | Looks Can Be Deceiving!
A $15 sparkling Gamay from Beaujolais with a sexy label and big wine family backing… and it became the first unanimous drain of 2026. This week, the guys crack open Forbidden Kiss Sparkling Red Wine from the Boisset Collection in Beaujolais. It’s 100% Gamay, made in the ancestral method, 7.5% ABV, and widely available at Total Wine. On paper, it checks the boxes for a fun, low-alcohol sparkling red. In the glass, things go sideways. They break down: - What sparkling Gamay should taste like - How
video👆FULL video here on Anders Frederik Steen . #NaturalWine in Ardeche, very unique #wines
Anders Frederik Steen and Anne Bruun Blauer make unique #Naturalwine in Ardeche, France but are Danish so do not come from a winemaking tradition themselves, despite working closely with winegrowers in their previous careers. Watch the full documentary on them over on our channel, and subscribe for more #winemaker videos