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WTF is Alicante Bouschet aka Garnacha Tintorera?
Season 1 Episode 139
Did you know that most red wine grapes do not have red flesh? That is what makes teinturier grapes so unique, and why this is a great episode for exp…
1 year, 6 months ago
High QPR Pinot Noir #5! (Learning about Australia Pinot Noir)
Season 1 Episode 138
In our ongoing mission to find high quality Pinot Noirs at reasonable prices, we bring you a taste of Australia and a discussion on where they can ac…
1 year, 6 months ago
Italian Wine Adventure #13: Arneis! (A hidden white wine gem from Piedmont, for Chardonnay lovers?)
Season 1 Episode 137
Known as “little rascal” in the local Piemontese dialect, this unique Italian white wine is elegant, rich, and flavorful. We usually prefer our white…
1 year, 6 months ago
Bordeaux Bargains #2! (Plus: how to figure out what grapes are in a Bordeaux wine)
Season 1 Episode 136
Confused by how to tell what is in a Bordeaux wine? We feel you! It’s confusing because there are a wide variety of grapes and blends to be found in …
1 year, 7 months ago
Portuguese Wine Primer #1: Vinho Verde!
Season 1 Episode 135
With just a few weeks of summer left, we have the perfect wine to ensure that you do not squander those last few precious days. Afterall, there are s…
1 year, 7 months ago
Special Episode! Meet the (Wine) Makers #10: Kira Ballotta, Winemaker and Owner of Olivia Brion + Cantadora Wines!
Season 1 Episode 134
Kira Ballotta not only makes highly rated and sought after wines (her wines have rated at 92+ with Wine Enthusiast), she is a storyteller who focuses…
1 year, 7 months ago
Are We Wrong About Oaky Chardonnay?
Season 1 Episode 133
We can admit when we are wrong, and we have to say that although we are not the biggest fans of oaky Chardonnay, we think we found some wines that ev…
1 year, 7 months ago
Are Trader Joe’s Grand Reserve Wines Good? (Reviews of their Chardonnay, Meritage, and GSM)
Season 1 Episode 132
A common question we get is just how good are in-house wine brands like Trader Joe’s or Costco Kirkland Signature wines. This week, we tackle the 3rd…
1 year, 8 months ago
Special Episode! Meet the (Wine) Makers #9: Victor Schoenfeld, Head Winemaker of Golan Heights Winery!
Season 1 Episode 131
Did you know they make award winning wines in Israel? In this special episode, we have the honor to speak with Victor Schoenfeld, Head Winemaker at G…
1 year, 8 months ago
Getting Serious About Rosé #2: Provence Rosé! (The Rosé you probably think about when you think about Rosé)
Season 1 Episode 130
When most people talk about Rosé wine, they are most likely referring to Provence Rosé. Most people also probably think that Provence Rosé is what al…
1 year, 8 months ago