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Why does a Manhattan cocktail and a hamburger make an insanely great pairing?
Introduction Why does a Manhattan cocktail and a hamburger make an insanely great pairing? Can strongly brewed black tea really scratch the itch for whiskey in a non-alcoholic Old Fashioned? How did the arrival of drinking straws make new types of cocktails possible? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Kara Newman, the author of eight cocktail books. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway Three of you are going to win a copy of one of Kara Newman’s terrific drink decks. How to Win To qualify, all you have to […]
by Natalie MacLean1 viewbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
Which 3 B.C. wines should you pour for Come Over October?
Come Over October: Pull Up a Chair This month, Wine Growers Canada is inviting us to put down our screens and pull up a chair. It’s called Come Over October. The idea is simple. Open your door, make room for one more, and share a glass with the people around you. Who better to help us than drinks expert Natalie MacLean, editor of Canada’s largest wine review site at nataliemaclean.com. Welcome, Natalie. Great to be with you, Mona! Come Over October is a simple idea. Invite someone over, open your door, and open a bottle. […]
by Natalie MacLean3 viewsbest-winesfood-wine-pairingtaste-winewine-pickswine-tasting-notes - news
How is the new Canadian sparkling wine, Fracette, poised to take on Champagne, Prosecco and Cava? John Boynton, CEO of Arterra Wines, reveals the strategy
Introduction France has Champagne. Italy has Prosecco. Spain has Cava. So what’s the new Canadian sparkling wine style that’s just launched? Will Canadians remain loyal to domestic wines once American wines return to store shelves? Is the wine industry making a costly mistake by assuming young drinkers will turn to wine as their incomes grow? How could boxed wine change the way you think about buying and enjoying wine at home? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with John Boynton, CEO of Arterra Wines Canada. You can find the wines we discussed here. Join […]
by Natalie MacLean4 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
Which 4 toasts and wines will make your Thanksgiving table cheer?
The Grateful Toast Thanksgiving is the one dinner of the year where someone is expected to stand up and give a toast. Most of us mumble something into our glass and sit back down. Who better to help us than the toastess with the mostest, Natalie MacLean, editor of Canada’s largest wine review site at nataliemaclean.com. Welcome, Natalie. Great to be back with you! Thanksgiving is the one dinner of the year where the speech has more critics than the turkey. Not to worry though because I have a toast for every pour. Borrow […]
by Natalie MacLean5 viewsbest-winesfood-wine-pairingtaste-winewine-pickswine-tasting-notes - news
How can a bottle of wine become the invitation for Come Over October? John Boyton, CEO of Arterra Wines Canada, shares his insights
Introduction How can a bottle of wine become the invitation, slow down the moment, and create space for real conversation? Why does the wine industry need to look beyond wine itself to win back consumers? How can wine become more relevant to younger consumers? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with John Boynton You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wednesday at 7 pm eastern on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube Live Video. I’ll […]
by Natalie MacLean7 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
How can a bottle of wine become the invitation for Come Over October? John Boynton, CEO of Arterra Wines Canada, shares his insights
Introduction How can a bottle of wine become the invitation, slow down the moment, and create space for real conversation? Why does the wine industry need to look beyond wine itself to win back consumers? How can wine become more relevant to younger consumers? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with John Boynton You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wednesday at 7 pm eastern on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube Live Video. I’ll […]
by Natalie MacLean3 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
Which Maritime wines belong on your Friendsgiving table?
Thanksgiving weekend is almost here, and there’s a second celebration on the calendar. Friendsgiving is the friends’ version of the long weekend. It’s also part of Come Over October, a movement that encourages us to put down our phones and invite the people who matter most to come over to share a glass of wine. Who better to help us than Natalie MacLean, editor of Canada’s largest wine review site at nataliemaclean.com. Welcome, Natalie. Great to be back with you! Friendsgiving is Thanksgiving without the seating chart. That’s why Come Over October pairs so well with it. […]
by Natalie MacLean5 viewsbest-winesfood-wine-pairingtaste-winewine-picks - news
How can two rums taste completely different even though they’re both made from sugar cane? Kara Newman reveals the secret
Introduction How can two rums taste completely different even though they’re both made from sugar cane? What makes Jamaican rum so famously funky, and what does a dunder pit have to do with it? How does the type of ice you use change the strength, temperature, and texture of a cocktail? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Kara Newman, the author of eight cocktail books. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway One of you is going to win a copy of one of Kara Newman’s The Cocktail Cabinet. How to […]
by Natalie MacLean4 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
How are modern whisky makers using blending to capture emotions and experiences?
Introduction How does smoking whisky grains with elephant dung translate into flavours like raspberry and sandalwood? What does the saying “you can’t turn a donkey into a racehorse” reveal about making great whisky? How are modern whisky makers using blending to capture emotions and experiences? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Kristiane Westray. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway Three of you are going to win a copy of Kristiane Westray’s terrific book, Savour. How to Win To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let […]
by Natalie MacLean7 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
Fracette: The Sparkling Wine Canada Invented
Canada has a brand-new wine category. Not a new label, not a new winery, a whole new category with its own rules written into our wine regulations. The first bottles have just arrived in liquor stores. Who better to help break the latest wine news than Natalie MacLean, editor of Canada’s largest wine review site at nataliemaclean.com. Welcome, Natalie. Great to be back with you! I’ve spent years explaining other countries’ bubblies. Now I get to tell you about one that’s all ours. Today is pretty much the peak of my career :) So what […]
by Natalie MacLean5 viewsbest-winesfood-wine-pairingtaste-winewine-pickswine-tasting-notes - news
In “Savour,” Kristiane Westray reveals: Is smelling whisky different from smelling a glass of wine?
Introduction Is smelling or nosing whisky different from smelling a glass of wine? How did a 1960s marketing campaign convince generations of whisky drinkers that single malt was better than blended whisky? What is it like to step inside a working whisky kiln and experience peat smoke firsthand? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Kristiane Westray, author of Savour: A Guide To Tasting and Exploring Whiskies of the World. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway Three of you are going to win a copy of Kristiane Westray’s terrific book, Savour: A […]
by Natalie MacLean10 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
How Did The Launch of the Super Premium Rosé Whispering Angel from Château D’esclans Change Provence?
Introduction How did Sacha Lichine’s launch of Garrus and Whispering Angel from Château d’Esclans, which now exceeds 10 million bottles a year change Provence? What happens to a wine region when historic family estates are increasingly bought by wealthy outsiders and corporations? How can classifying wine by colour get in the way of understanding what’s actually in the glass? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Liz Gabay and Ben Bernheim. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway Two of you are going to win a copy of Liz Gabay and Ben […]
by Natalie MacLean12 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
Why Has Rosé Wine Struggled To Be Taken Seriously By Professionals Despite Its Popularity With Consumers?
Introduction How is Provence far more diverse as a wine region than just Rosé? Why has Rosé struggled to be taken seriously by wine professionals despite its enormous popularity with consumers? Does Provence make the best Rosé in the world or simply the best Rosé in its style? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Liz Gabay and Ben Bernheim. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway Two of you are going to win a copy of Liz Gabay and Ben Bernheim’s terrific book, The Wines of Provence. How to Win To […]
by Natalie MacLean11 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
What’s the difference between a lean wine and one that’s thin? Maryse Chevriere on How to Sound Wine Smart
Introduction What’s the difference between a wine that’s lean and one that’s thin? Why is asking for a “smooth” wine one of the least helpful ways to describe what you actually want? What’s the fastest way to learn more about wine without feeling intimidated? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Maryse Chevriere, author of the terrific new book, How to Sound Wine Smart. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway Three of you are going to win a copy of Maryse Chevriere’s terrific book, How to Sound Wine Smart: An Illustrated […]
by Natalie MacLean11 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
When Do Wine Tasting Notes Become So Over-The-Top That They Stop Meaning Anything? Maryse Chevriere Talks About Descriptors That Have Jumped The Shark
Introduction How can a hospitality disaster completely change your approach to wine and service? When do wine tasting notes become so over-the-top that they stop meaning anything? What makes natural wine like an unfiltered snapshot of a single moment? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Maryse Chevriere, author of the new book How to Sound Wine Smart. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway Three of you are going to win a copy of Maryse Chevriere’s terrific book, How to Sound Wine Smart: An Illustrated Guide. How to Win To qualify, […]
by Natalie MacLean10 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
When Do Wine Tasting Notes Become So Over-The-Top That They Stop Meaning Anything? How To Sound Wine Smart with Marisol de la Fuente
Introduction How do our personal memories shape the aromas we recognize in wine? What incredible Argentine wines are people missing when they focus only on Malbec? Why do food and wines from the same region often pair beautifully even when they break the usual rules? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Marisol de la Fuente. You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wednesday at 7 pm eastern on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube […]
by Natalie MacLean13 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
Why We All Smell Something Different in the Same Wine? How to Sound Wine Smart with Marisol de la Fuente
Introduction How do our personal memories shape the aromas we recognize in wine? What incredible Argentine wines are people missing when they focus only on Malbec? Why do food and wines from the same region often pair beautifully even when they break the usual rules? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Marisol de la Fuente. You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wednesday at 7 pm eastern on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube […]
by Natalie MacLean12 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
Why We All Smell Something Different in the Same Wine?
Introduction How do our personal memories shape the aromas we recognize in wine? What incredible Argentine wines are people missing when they focus only on Malbec? Why do food and wines from the same region often pair beautifully even when they break the usual rules? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Marisol de la Fuente. You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wednesday at 7 pm eastern on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube […]
by Natalie MacLean12 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
How Did Argentina Help Save Europe’s Vineyards During The Devastating Phylloxera Crisis?
Introduction How did Argentina help save Europe’s vineyards during the devastating phylloxera crisis? Why is wine still treated as an exclusive product despite being more accessible than ever? How can vineyards that endure extreme temperatures still produce elegant, vibrant wines? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Marisol de la Fuente. You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wednesday at 7 pm eastern on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube Live Video. I’ll be […]
by Natalie MacLean13 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
Why Is The Daiquiri Used As A Litmus Test To See If A Bartender Can Make A Decent Drink?
Introduction Why is the Daiquiri with just rum, lime and sugar used as a litmus test to see if a bartender is capable of making a decent drink? What is oleo saccharum and why is it a gorgeous way to sweeten sophisticated cocktails? What is tepeche and why do fermenting pineapples make a delicious cocktail? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Kaitlyn Stewart, author of Three Cheers: Cocktails Three Ways: Classics, Riffs, and Zero-Proof Sips. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway Three of you are going to win a copy […]
by Natalie MacLean13 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
How Does It Feel Competing Against The World’s Best Bartenders Making Six Cocktails in Six Minutes in Front of a Large Audience?
Introduction How does it feel competing against the world’s best bartenders making six cocktails in six minutes in front of a large audience? How can bartending become a form of storytelling instead of simply making drinks? How did the Mojito begin as a 16th-century medical remedy? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Kaitlyn Stewart, the first Canadian to win the prestigious title of World Class Bartender of the Year and author of the book, Three Cheers: Cocktails Three Ways: Classics, Riffs, and Zero-Proof Sips. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway […]
by Natalie MacLean13 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
How Did One Decision Trigger Sherry’s Decline From Britain’s Favourite Drink?
Introduction How did a single decision trigger Sherry’s decline from Britain’s favourite drink? What would it take for Sherry to make a comeback after decades of decline? How can you make the most out of your trip to the Sherry region of Spain? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Ben Howkins, author of a new book on Sherry. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway Two of you are going to win a copy of Ben Howkin’s terrific book, Sherry: Maligned, Misunderstood, Magnificent! How to Win To qualify, all you have […]
by Natalie MacLean12 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
How Does The Solera System Give Every Glass Of Sherry Centuries Of History?
Introduction How does the Solera system give every glass of sherry centuries of history? How does Sherry’s “second terroir” shape the wine just as much as the vineyard itself? Why should every great wine cellar have mature, dry Sherry? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Ben Howkins, who has just published a new book on Sherry. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway Two of you are going to win a copy of Ben Howkin’s terrific book, Sherry: Maligned, Misunderstood, Magnificent! How to Win To qualify, all you have to […]
by Natalie MacLean16 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine - news
Can Bordeaux Reinvent Itself? How One of Wine’s Greatest Regions is Adapting to a Changing World
Introduction 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 here. Join […]
by Natalie MacLean16 viewsbooks-and-winebooks-wineboxed-winefood-wine-pairingpodcastsserving-wine