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  🎧Ep 282 – Burgundy Wine Region | French Wine Deep Dive for WSET Diploma D3

  Why is Burgundy home to some of the world's most expensive wines? What makes Chablis so different from Meursault, even though both are made from Chardonnay? And how can two Pinot Noirs from neighbouring vineyards taste remarkably different? In this episode of Eat Sleep Wine Repeat, Janina takes you on a comprehensive deep dive through Burgundy, France, using the WSET Diploma D3 Wines of the World textbook as a guide. Whether you're revising for your WSET Diploma exams, planning a wine trip to Burgundy or simply curious about what makes this legendary French wine region so special, this audio flashcard-style episode will help you understand the geography, grapes, vineyards, winemaking and appellations behind its extraordinary wines. We begin in Chablis, exploring its cool continental climate, Kimmeridgian limestone, frost risks and the differences between Petit Chablis, Chablis Premier Cru and Chablis Grand Cru. Then we travel south to the Côte d'Or, discovering why vineyard slope, aspe

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  🎧Cabernet Franc Deep Dive: Debunking History & Perfect Pairings with Cab Franc Masters

  It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass. In this episode, we get down and dirty with Cabernet Franc alongside special guests Neeta Mittal of LXV Wine and Sam Schmidt of the Central Coast Wine School. Join us as we explore the deep-rooted passion and obsession for this incredible grape, debunk common myths about its history and origins, discuss its remarkable versatility with food pairings, and preview the upcoming Cab Franc Masters event. Thank you for tuning into this episode of Exploring the Wine Glass. If you enjoyed our conversation with Neeta and Sam uncovering the true Basque-Spanish heritage, history, and food-pairing magic of Cabernet Franc, please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast! Be sure to visit cabfrancmasters.com to learn more about the annual Cab Franc Masters event happening on Sunday, December 6th. Until next time, keep exploring the glass! Slainte!

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  How do you pair 1 cheese with many drinks on your holiday table?

  Holiday guests are on their way. Can one cheese handle every drink on the table? Here to help us is Natalie MacLean, editor of Canada’s largest drinks review site at nataliemaclean.com. Welcome, Natalie. Great to be back with you! I brought one cheese and three drinks today, which is the first time I’ve ever packed this light. Canadian Reserve Gouda This is the new Canadian Reserve Gouda. It has just arrived in grocery stores. It’s proudly made in Canada by master cheesemakers. Each package features an etched drawing of an iconic Canadian animal. […]

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