Podcasts about Burgundy

In the episode "The Guédelon Project: A Modern Take on Medieval Construction," Annie Sargent and Elyse Rivin explore the fascinating world of the Guédelon Project. They discuss how a team of builders, artisans, and historians are constructing a real medieval castle using only 13th-century techniques and tools. Listen to this episode ad-free Annie and Elyse delve into the history of the Guédelon Project. They explain how it all started with a small team of enthusiasts led by Michel Guyot. The goal was to build a castle from scratch using only medieval methods. The site is located in the heart of France, near the city of Auxerre in Burgundy. The conversation covers the challenges faced by the team at Guédelon. They had to learn how to cut stone without modern tools. They also had to make their own iron from local resources. The project has faced numerous challenges, from finding the right materials to mastering ancient techniques. Annie and Elyse highlight the educational and touristic aspects of the Guédelon Project. Visitors can see firsthand how medieval castles were built. The site offers workshops and demonstrations that make history come alive. The episode provides a captivating look into the Guédelon Project. Annie and Elyse share insights and stories that bring the medieval era to life. They discuss the unique blend of archaeology, architecture, history, and tourism that makes this project so special. Listen to this episode to learn more about the Guédelon Project. Discover how a medieval castle is being built using traditional methods and materials. Subscribe to the podcast for more fascinating conversations about France, its history, and its culture. The Guédelon Project is a must-visit for anyone interested in medieval history and architecture. Don't miss this episode and subscribe to the podcast for more captivating conversations. Table of Contents for this Episode Today on the podcast Podcast supporters Magazine segment Next week on the podcast Guédelon with Elyse Why Build a Castle? Why build instead of renovate? Origins of the Project Finding the Forest Site Quarry Stone and Castle Scale Tools Forge and Water Crew Apprentices and Volunteers Safety and Problem Solving Visiting Tips and Workshops Food Gardens and Herbalist Medieval Herbal Medicine Watermill Flour Experiments Measuring by Twelve Masons Marks and Lifting Tech Trusses and Problem Solving Oeuvriers and Visitor Tips Guédelon Timeline and Crafts Modern Logistics and Lasting Builds Why You Should Visit Final Reflections and Goodbye Copyright More episodes about French history

[00:00] Welcome — Icy Liu @icy_liu_ Opening remarks and a reading from Robin Wall Kimmerer's Braiding Sweetgrass [00:02] Introduction — Paul Wasserman @paulbwasserman How a group of obsessive farmers accidentally created a conference [00:04] Panel 1: “Foundations of Vineyard Health and Effects on Wine Quality” with Cyril Courvoisier (Cornas, France) and Thomas Bouley (Volnay, France) Moderated by Paul Wasserman & Icy Liu Thomas Bouley @thomasbouley1 — Thomas is a fourth-generation vigneron who took over in 2002 and completely transformed his approach to soil health. Thomas shares his early misconception that poor soils make great grapes, what changed his mind, and why he distinguishes between vigor and vitality. Topics include grinding versus burning pruning canes, late hedging, and 23 years of patient observation. [00:11] Cyril Courvoisier @domainecyrilcourvoisier — Cyril shares how planting on abandoned land with 70-year-old forest led him to discover the power of wood chips and straw mulching, and how that completely changed his approach to soil biology, mycorrhizae, and more.  [00:17] Panel 2: “Let Vines Vine: Cover Crops, Balance And Adaptation In A Variable Climate” with Dr. Dylan Grigg @gdylla (Barossa Valley, Australia) Moderated by Paul Knittel @paul.knittel and Icy Liu Dr. Dylan Grigg @gdylla — Dylan is a viticulture consultant and grower with over 25 years of experience across Australia and Spain. He breaks down the three types of cover crops (green manure, permanent regenerating, and specialist), carbon to nitrogen ratios, seeding methods, species complexity, and why a beautiful cover crop can quietly be stealing from your vines. Key topics covered: Green manure vs. permanent regenerating vs. specialist cover crops Pioneer species and degraded soils Carbon to nitrogen ratios and the 60/40 cereal to legume blend Seeding depth, broadcasting vs. direct drilling Why complexity brings resilience — but also why only a few species tend to dominate Six years of building a seed bank from 0.5% organic matter up [00:26] Panel 3: “Vine Health & Nutrition and Effects on Wine Quality” with Tomoko Kuriyama-Bott (Chanterêves, Savigny-lès-Beaune, France) and Philine Isabelle Dienger (Barolo, Italy) Moderated by Icy Liu Tomoko @chantereves & Philine @az._agr._philine_isabelle A fascinating and cutting-edge panel on what is actually happening inside the plant itself. Tomoko gives a crash course in redox chemistry and pH, explains the redox cross, and walks through how the Nutriscope scanner and Nova Cropp lab analysis work in practice. Topics include: Why pH alone is no longer enough — and why redox changes everything How plants spend up to 80% of photosynthesis energy maintaining EH/pH homeostasis The oxidative burst and what copper spraying really does to a vine Why iron and manganese are almost always deficient, and why foliar feeding works better than soil fertilizers The Fenton reaction and why bare soil is the worst outcome Fresh cow dung, sheep dung, and urine as reducing agents How to reach the humus threshold for no-till — and why Tomoko and Philine are going carefully at 25% no-till for now [00:46] Panel 4: Holistic Vineyard Management with Alice Anderson (Âmevive Winery, Santa Barbara, USA) Moderated by Christina Rasmussen @christinarasmussen_ @littlewine.io and Icy Liu Alice walks through the practical realities of holistic vineyard management and animal integration — the beauty, the heartbreak, and the biology behind it all. A genuinely joyful and honest conversation about working with animals to build living soils. Animals covered: Sheep — saliva enzymes, photosynthesis stimulation, timing grazing with understory growth Pigs — Kune kune breed as obligate grazers, year-round vineyard presence, electric fencing essentials Chickens — low commitment entry point, scratch behavior, mealybug control, when to take them out (bud swell and fruit set) Ducks — snail and slug hunters, nitrogen-rich poop, the Turkey roosting trick Cows — best used outside the vineyard for compost Goats — a caution Barn owls — 3,000 to 4,000 rodents per year per box Western bluebirds — 400,000 insects per year, effective against sharpshooters and Pierce's disease Bats — grapevine moth, budworm, 30% of body weight in insects per hour Thank you to @beckywasserman.co for sponsoring the conference. 

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Trae Young Debuts Tonight, Tony Massenburg Joins the Show + Terry McLaurin Disrespect 44:48 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Terry McLaurin's Future in DC + Calls 1:28:44 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Around the NFL, Trae Young Minutes Restriction + Calls on Trae Debut

Send the BGO Blind Pig podcast crew a Text MessageThe Pigs take a look at Free Agency CBs, Safeties, LBs, and Edge Rushers Washington may be interested in.Please visit our video podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@bgobsession2243 and like and subscribe to our feed. Rating the podcast on both You Tube and your favorite audio podcast provider is sincerely appreciated!Looking for a Washington Commanders fan community to be a part of? Maybe you should consider making BGO, a Burgundy and Gold Obsession, at BGObsession.com your Washington Football fan destination? Home of the most knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate Redskins and Commanders fans on the web since 2009, BGO is a special place. Join us for some smart football talk, great contests, game day chats, and lifelong friendships. What are you waiting for? Visit and join BGO at BGObsession.com - Home to YOUR Burgundy and Gold Obsession.

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Joe Theismann Interested in Hendrickson to Commanders + Calls 44:48 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Ben Standig Joins the Show + Around the NFL 1:26:07 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - One-Year Wonder Gambles, Von Miller Wants to Stay in DC + Stephen A. Smith Feud

We risked $1,700 worth of wine to answer one question: is expensive wine worth it?In this episode of Got Somme, Angus O'Loughlin and Master Somm Carlos Santos open two Grand Cru Burgundies (around $800 a bottle) and taste them side by side. No posturing, no wine snobbery, just an honest test of what you're paying for when the label gets serious.We talk:- What “Grand Cru” actually means in Burgundy- Why producers matter as much as terroir- The difference between a great $30 bottle and an $800 bottle- Whether expensive wine is “worth it” or just status- How to find underrated regions that deliver insane valueBIG thanks to The French Wine Centre for providing the bottles

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Franchise Tag Window Closes, Wizards Fan Hit $10K Shot + Calls on Free Agency 41:23 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Mitch Tischler Joins the Show, How Did OSU Lose a Game + Calls on FA Approach 1:25:20 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Commanders Approach at Kicker + Falcons Final Host Team for NFL International Games

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Marshon Lattimore to be Released, Free Agency Decisions + Weekend Review 40:05 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Free Agents We Want Re-signed + Snowmageddon Part 2 1:20:53 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Trae Young to Debut Thursday + Nick Allegretti Signs Extension

Episode Summary In this episode, Joe sits down with Nicholas Poletto, Vice President of Wine Education at Kobrand Fine Wine & Spirits. Nick shares his unconventional journey into the wine world—starting from a job he hated, to selling wine in Manhattan, to moving to New Zealand to learn winemaking, and ultimately becoming one of the most respected wine educators in the industry. The conversation covers how he discovered his passion for wine, what his job really entails (both the romantic and the gritty parts), his pursuit of the elite Master of Wine title, and why the people in the wine industry make it all worthwhile. Nick also paints a vivid picture of what he calls the most romantic wine destination on earth. Whether you're a wine lover, a curious professional, or someone dreaming about a career in wine, this episode is packed with inspiration and insider perspective. Key Topics & Highlights Nick's Unlikely Origin Story His first "real job" was a miserable relocation-company gig in a windowless office. A coworker suggested the wine industry because he loved languages and travel. His first wine experience? Volunteering for a tiny New Hampshire winery on weekends. Within six months he was selling wine in New York City. Breaking Into Wine Sales Started in 100% commission sales — "what you kill is what you eat." A pivotal moment: losing a major sales opportunity because he didn't know what Sancerre was. That failure became the turning point that drove him to pursue formal education through WSET. Education Changed Everything WSET opened the door to Bordeaux, Burgundy, Italy, and beyond. Once he gained knowledge, accounts started calling him — his "aha" moment. Led him to teach WSET and build a strong foundation in wine theory. A Life-Changing Leap Despite big earnings, Nick quit his job to move to New Zealand and learn winemaking firsthand. Worked in vineyards, scrubbed tanks, explored the entire country. Returned to the U.S. and joined Kobrand, eventually becoming VP of Wine Education. What a Wine Educator Really Does Trains distributor sales teams across the entire U.S. Teaches eight-hour seminars (intermediate + advanced). Creates educational materials, books, presentations, and a training podcast. Travels extensively domestically and internationally to visit producers. Gains rare behind‑the‑scenes access at wineries, vineyards, and cellars. The Glamorous Side (Yes, There Is One) Visiting world-class estates around the globe. Foot-treading grapes, learning barrel-making, touring historic caves. Experiencing local cuisine with winemakers — the true insider version. Witnessing wine regions in their natural beauty: Rhone cliffs, Douro terraces, Piedmont hills. Nick's First Wine Love: Barolo The region of Barolo in Piedmont gave him his personal "Aha!" wine moment. A vineyard tasting showed him how wines made identically can taste completely different due to terroir just 10 feet apart. That realization cemented his lifelong passion. The Most Romantic Wine Destination: Beaune, France Nick's pick for the most magical spot in the wine world: The village of Beaune in Burgundy. Cobblestone streets, markets, fireside cafés, truffle-centered cuisine. A perfect bicycle route through legendary villages like Volnay, Pommard, and Montrachet. An unforgettable day of bread, cheese, vineyard views, and world-class Pinot Noir & Chardonnay. So You Want Nick's Job? Start with education (WSET, Society of Wine Educators, Court of Master Sommeliers). Get frontline experience with a distributor to understand the sales side. Be prepared for travel, airports, long days, and lots of time away from home. The reward? A job filled with passion, authenticity, and incredible people. Nick's Podcast Kobrand Sips & Selling Tips A 5-minute-per-episode educational resource designed for sales teams—but open to all. Available on all major podcast platforms. On Libsyn: https://kobrand.libsyn.com/ On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3tQdPXdY2jDwqslTSlvP1b On Apple Podcasts (iTunes): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kobrand-sips-selling-tips/id1595188132   Guest Nicholas Poletto Vice President of Wine Education Kobrand Fine Wine & Spirits You can also find more wine, food, and entertaining tips at the home of Inside Wine Podcast - https://Wine365.com If you enjoy this episode please be sure to subscribe (it's free!) and also pass along to a friend, thank you!  

Tournaments were more than an excuse for knights to whack each other with sticks, they were elaborate court events filled with splendor, ritual, and the careful exercise of violence. Perhaps nobody in Burgundy exemplified the Tournament as much as Jacques de Lalaing; through his skill in the lists, Jacques won fame on par with modern star athletes.Time Period Covered: 1430-1453Notable People: Jacques de Lalaing, Philip the Good, Rene of Anjou, Pierre de Bauffremont Count of Charny, Philippe de Ternant, Jean de Boniface, Juan de Merlo, Galeotto BalthazarNotable Events/Developments: Rise of Pas d'Armes, Pas of Charlemagne's Tree (1443), Tournament of Nancy (1444), Pas of the Fountain of Tears (1449-1450)

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - JP Finlay Joins the Show, Tyler Biadasz Released + Calls 43:03 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - NFL Combine Updates + Which Way Should Washington Go at No. 7? 1:23:09 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Lynnell Willingham Joins the Show, Dallas Tags George Pickens + Caleb Downs Praise

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - NFLPA Report Cards, Dan Quinn Talks Jeremiyah Love + Reuben Bain Measurements 41:18 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - PFF's Dalton Wasserman Joins the Show, Peters Roster Philosophy + NBA MVP Straw Poll Results 1:25:51 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Commanders Report Card Pt. 2, Dan Campbell Praises David Blough + Around the NFL

Europe's political landscape is shifting fundamentally. No longer are wars fought between kings and their vassals, and emperors against popes - it is all about the balance of power. and this balaance is firmly out of whack. The largest, richest and most populous part of Europe, the empire that still formally included Italy, the Low Countries, the Swiss Confederation, Bohemia and Burgundy, was also its politically weakest entity, whilst the kings of France leveraged their smaller but more coherent state into European dominance.The struggle between France and its neighbours with england looking on was to become the dominant political pattern of Western European politics for 250 or arguable 350 years.Maximilian has a Grand Plan that could have nipped these centuries of death and destruction in the bud. But he did not...Karl Marx once said that history repeates itself twice, first as tragedy and then as farce. he was wrong on many (not all) things. This one repeats not twice but ten, if not dozens of times, but first as farce and then as tragedy...Enjoy the ride..The music for the show is Flute Sonata in E-flat major, H.545 by Carl Phillip Emmanuel Bach (or some claim it as BWV 1031 Johann Sebastian Bach) performed and arranged by Michel Rondeau under Common Creative Licence 3.0.As always:Homepage with maps, photos, transcripts and blog: www.historyofthegermans.comIf you wish to support the show go to: Support • History of the Germans PodcastFacebook: @HOTGPod Threads: @history_of_the_germans_podcastBluesky: @hotgpod.bsky.socialInstagram: history_of_the_germansTwitter: @germanshistoryTo make it easier for you to share the podcast, I have created separate playlists for some of the seasons that are set up as individual podcasts. they have the exact same episodes as in the History of the Germans, but they may be a helpful device for those who want to concentrate on only one season. So far I have:The OttoniansSalian Emperors and Investiture ControversyFredrick Barbarossa and Early HohenstaufenFrederick II Stupor MundiSaxony and Eastward ExpansionThe Hanseatic LeagueThe Teutonic Knights

Send the BGO Blind Pig podcast crew a Text MessageThe Pigs talk free agency - who will the Washington Commanders pursue on offense? Warning: Contains Carson Wentz speculation that may be disturbing to some viewers!Please visit our video podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@bgobsession2243 and like and subscribe to our feed. Rating the podcast on both You Tube and your favorite audio podcast provider is sincerely appreciated!Looking for a Washington Commanders fan community to be a part of? Maybe you should consider making BGO, a Burgundy and Gold Obsession, at BGObsession.com your Washington Football fan destination? Home of the most knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate Redskins and Commanders fans on the web since 2009, BGO is a special place. Join us for some smart football talk, great contests, game day chats, and lifelong friendships. What are you waiting for? Visit and join BGO at BGObsession.com - Home to YOUR Burgundy and Gold Obsession.

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Commanders International Game, Plan for Roster Construction + Calls 43:29 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Breakdown of Ohio State Players in Draft, Tobi's Draft Board + Calls 1:26:58 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Tobi Says Dybantsa > Peterson + Calls

Seb Pradal is a wine Renaissance man—a vin-aissance man, you could say. An acclaimed French sommelier and owner of the Parisian restaurant La Petite Régalade, Pradal also co-owns a wine-importing company that operates in Mexico and Colombia while simultaneously working as a viticultural consultant on estates in Burgundy, Bordeaux, and the Rhône Valley. As if that weren't enough to keep his iCal full, he's also the head wine consultant on the Apple TV series Drops of God. Pradal works closely with the show's writers and actors to ensure that every wine-related scene is accurate and authentic. In this episode, Pradal tells us about how he brought his deep wine industry knowledge to the series, his thoughts on the broader challenges facing the industry, and how working on the show has changed his life. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.com. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Go to WineEnthusiast.com for the latest beverage industry coverage and all the tools you need to bring your love of wine to life. And wait, there's more! Get over 70% OFF the original cover price by subscribing to Wine Enthusiast magazine today!    FOLLOW US: TikTok: @wineenthusiast Instagram: @wineenthusiast Facebook: @WineEnthusiast

Why is spitting essential if you want to taste wine seriously? What made Hong Kong's wine boom in 2010 feel both extravagant and generous? Does formal wine tasting language strip the emotion out of wine writing? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Sarah Heller. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks.   Highlights How did Sarah's wine career almost end before it began? Why did her accident in southern France strengthen her commitment to the wine industry? What was it like to represent a restaurant alone at age 20 at the world's largest wine trade fair? How did an early lesson about spitting wine become a memorable introduction to professional wine culture? What's the difference between wine marketing and wine education? What made Hong Kong's wine scene during the 2010s feel both extravagant and unusually generous? How did Burgundy tastings in Hong Kong highlight the intersection of rarity, money, and shared passion? How did Sarah's fine art training at Yale shape the way she thinks about wine? What inspired her to move beyond traditional tasting notes to creating visual tasting notes? Why does Sarah believe conventional wine descriptors can feel sterile? How do shape, color, mood, and texture form the foundation of her visual tasting method? How does the shape of a wine differ between a plush Australian Shiraz and a structured Barolo?   Key Takeaways Why is spitting essential if you want to taste wine seriously? Sarah: You're really meant to spit when you try wines. There was a little bit of a macho culture around it, like, oh no, real, real, real people don't spit. And I was like, I don't know, that doesn't seem very smart. But, there I was. And so by the end of the day, the people who had been assigned to take me under their wing were decanting me into a taxi. I made it safely home, thank goodness. What made Hong Kong's wine boom in 2010 feel both extravagant and generous? Sarah: Something about Hong Kong that I think distinguishes it, certainly from the UK collector scene, which was sort of my reference point to a certain degree, is that people open their bottles. I mean, some people have generational collections, but most people this was the collection they started. They can remember starting it and they want to share it with people. Obviously showing off is part of it, there's no denying that. But there's also an incredible spirit of generosity in wanting to share these incredible treasures that you have in your cellar with everybody around you, with the people that you care about. Does formal wine tasting language strip the emotion out of wine writing? Sarah: After having finished the Master of Wine, which is very, very much a bounded problem. You have to accept that this is the way that things are done. It's very directed and clear, which I think is useful if you're trying to create a standardized certification. But having got out on the other side of that and broken my writing style down so that it was as objective as possible and as simple and direct as possible, I was just a bit done with it. I don't want to talk about red versus black fruit. It had become sort of sterile at that point for me. It's not that I don't think people should study that, but it was just the phase that I was in, and I wanted to figure out what my voice was going to be.   About Sarah Heller Sarah Heller MW is an internationally acclaimed wine expert and visual artist whose work explores the cultural history and multi-sensory experience of wine. She is the Italian wine reviewer for Club Oenologique, Faculty of the Vinitaly International Academy and Wine Editor for Asia Tatler. Sarah has co-hosted the series Wine Masters and Wine Masters Class and has collaborated with Lucaris Crystal on a line of hand-blown glasses.       To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/378.

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Bobby Wagner Returning for 15th Year + Mel Kiper Jr. Mock 45:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Mitch Tischler Joins the Show + New UFL Rules 1:27:32 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Mental Health in NFL Matters + Marshon Lattimore Future

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - USA Hockey Wins Gold + Jeremiyah Love to Run at NFL Combine 41:37 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Al Galdi Joins the Show, Pat Riley Statue in LA + Calls 1:30:01 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - CBB Weekend Recap, NBA Finals Series Prediction + NFL Combine Schedule

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Signing Mike Evans in FA, Free Agent WR Class + Calls 41:37 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Lou Holder Joins the Show, Darryn Peterson Isn't Finishing Games + Bears Stadium Relocating 1:27:19 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Lynnell Willingham Joins the Show, Darryn Peterson Concerns + Weekend Preview

Dan and Matt Matt Duffy from Vaughn Duffy Wines is back on California Wine Country. Matt has been on the show before, on this episode last summer. Dan Berger is back after taking last week off to attend the Anderson Valley White Wine festival, which we previewed on a few recent CWC episodes. He was in charge of the Riesling table with 12 different ones. They will hold a Pinot Noir festival in about five weeks, which we will hear about too. Matt Duffy was on CWC once before, last summer. Vaughn Duffy Wines specializes in single vineyard Pinot Noir. Their wines have captured many awards. Today Matt has brought four Pinot Noirs, all from different vineyards in the Petaluma Gap AVA. They are all from 2024. There are 3 vineyard designates, and one called Petaluma Gap which is a blend of Pinot Noir all from within the AVA. CWC is brought to you by Deodora Estate Vineyards. Visit Deodora to discover 72 acres in the Petaluma Gap that are producing exceptional Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Riesling. Sip the difference!  This wine has characteristics of a Petaluma Gap Pinot Noir. A Russian River Valley Pinot Noir has a little more raspberry and strawberry flavors. This one has a little more rustic character that reminds Dan a little more of Burgundy than one from RRV. Matt notices that the wines from Petaluma Gap makes purple, darker fruit compared to the bright reds from the Russian River Valley. The wind keeps things cooler in the growing season which lengthens the ripening season and limits the yields. Pinot Noir: a delicate balance Dan describes Pinot Noir as being on the edge between being too light or too heavy. A winemaker has to be careful through harvest and production, “…because if you try to get too much or too little (from it), it either lacks something or has too much of something.” Daedalus finds Pinot Noir sometimes too dark or too light but this one is “just right.”  Dan says you can run the risk of making an overripe wine anywhere with any varietal, but there is more forgiveness in some varieties and in some regions. If you harvest Cabernet a little too late, you can get away with it. If you harvest Pinot Noir a little bit too late in some regions, “…you're going to get an odd configuration of characteristics.” And those aren't necessarily a benefit to anyone. The first wine they taste is the blend, of Sangiacomo’s Roberts Road vineyard and Uberroth vineyard, both in the Petaluma Gap. Later in the show they will taste single vineyard Pinot Noir bottlings from each of those vineyards.

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - USA Women's Hockey Team Wins Gold, Commanders Offseason Blueprint + Calls 40:44 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Tyler Dunne Joins the Show, Should Commanders Trade Down + Darryn Peterson Concerns 1:23:47 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Marc Ross Joins the Show, NBA Returns to Action + Survivor 50

Send the BGO Blind Pig podcast crew a Text MessageThe Pigs discuss what position group should be the Washington Commanders biggest priority in the upcoming Free Agency period and NFL Draft. #RIP Tre Johnson.Please visit our video podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@bgobsession2243 and like and subscribe to our feed. Rating the podcast on both You Tube and your favorite audio podcast provider is sincerely appreciated!Looking for a Washington Commanders fan community to be a part of? Maybe you should consider making BGO, a Burgundy and Gold Obsession, at BGObsession.com your Washington Football fan destination? Home of the most knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate Redskins and Commanders fans on the web since 2009, BGO is a special place. Join us for some smart football talk, great contests, game day chats, and lifelong friendships. What are you waiting for? Visit and join BGO at BGObsession.com - Home to YOUR Burgundy and Gold Obsession.

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Mock Draft Monday, Pass-Catching Tight End Options + Calls 44:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - NBA Tanking, Free Agent Linebacker Options + Mick Cronin Ejects Own Player 1:22:52 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Wizards Front Office Ranked 22nd, NFL International Games + Calls

In this episode, former NFL receiver, Anthony Armstrong, takes his chances at a LIVE mock draft. Three different drafts were ran, and each had a different outcome. Would you be happy with the results? Listen to see who ends up in Burgundy and Gold in this episode of BLEAV in Commanders! 00:25 Three 3-Round Mock Drafts with Three different strategies 1:15 Profootballnetwork.com 3:58 Mock Draft Number One: Best Pass Rusher 10:33 Mock Draft Results: Arvell Reese LB OSU, Skyler Bell WR UConn 11:30 Mock Draft Number 2: Best Defender 14:30 Jeremiah Love at #7?! 14:59 Keldric Faulk 22:22 Mock Draft 2 Results: Faulk DL Auburn, Oscar Delp TE Georgia 23:45 Mock Draft recap 24:37 Third Mock Draft: Best Available - Would you trade back from #7? 32:00 Third Mock Draft Results: Faulk DL Auburn via trade, Emmanuel McNiell-Warren S Toledo via trade, Antonio Williams WR Clemson What are your thoughts on these results? Tweet Anthony on X Brought to you by FanDuel on the BleavNetwork #RaiseHail   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Kenneth Walker Unlikely to be Franchise-Tagged + Should Commanders Pursue Kenneth Walker 46:55 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Lamont Jordan Joins the Show, Dolphins Release Tyreek Hill and Bradley Chubb + Calls 1:32:00 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - NBA All-Star Weekend Recap, Winter Games Update + Calls

Hour 2 1:12 - Lamont Jordan Weighs In: Walker, Breece… or Bargain Shopping at RB? 21:36 - Calls on If the Commanders Should Pursue Kenneth Walker? 35:43 - Cheetah in Burgundy? Doc & Anthony Kick the Tires on Tyreek and Chubb

The Miami Dolphins are shaking up the league, releasing superstar wide receiver Tyreek Hill and veteran pass rusher Bradley Chubb. Doc Walker and Anthony waste no time asking the big question: Should the Commanders pick up the phone? Would adding Hill's game-breaking speed instantly elevate the offense and take pressure off Jayden Daniels? Or would the contract demands, locker room dynamics, and long-term roster build make it too risky? On the defensive side, could Chubb be the proven edge presence Washington has been searching for — or is durability and cost too big a concern?

This week I talk with Anna Nichols from Down and Dirty Dogs, a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of shelter dogs through positive reinforcement training. Anna shares her inspiring journey from volunteering at the Humane Society of Tennessee Valley to becoming an Animal Behavior Specialist, and introduces us to Down and Dirty Dogs—a team of five passionate women working to improve adoptability and prevent returns by providing crucial training and post-adoption support. You'll hear about the power of mental stimulation, the importance of understanding breed genetics, and a touching story about Burgundy, a dog whose case reinforced Anna's commitment to this vital work. Join us as we explore how even minimal training intervention can make a life-changing difference for shelter dogs and their future families. To learn more about Down and Dirty Dogs you can find them online at www.downanddirtydogs.com or on social media @downanddirtydogs. You can also reach Anna @thelazydogtrainer with any questions!Sponsor:LIX - check out www.lixpetwellness.com to learn more about CBD for pets. Use code Rescuepod20 for 20% off your first order! Thanks for listening! If you liked what you heard, please rate, review, and subscribe. If you have ideas for future guests please email me at theanimalrescuepodcast@gmail.com or follow me @theanimalrescuepod on Instagram. You can also learn more about the organizations I interview and how to listen/watch at www.theanimalrescuepodcast.my.canva.site

Full Text of Readings Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 76 The Saint of the day is Saint Claude de la Colombière Saint Claude de la Colombière's Story This is a special day for the Jesuits, who claim today's saint as one of their own. It's also a special day for people who have a special devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus—a devotion Saint Claude de la Colombière promoted along with his friend and spiritual companion, Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque. The emphasis on God's love for all was an antidote to the rigorous moralism of the Jansenists, who were popular at the time. Saint Claude showed remarkable preaching skills long before his ordination in 1675. Two months later, he was made superior of a small Jesuit residence in Burgundy. It was there he first encountered Margaret Mary Alacoque. For many years after he served as her confessor. He was next sent to England to serve as confessor to the Duchess of York. He preached by both words and by the example of his holy life, converting a number of Protestants. Tensions arose against Catholics and Claude, rumored to be part of a plot against the king, was imprisoned. He was ultimately banished, but by then his health had been ruined. He died in 1682. Pope John Paul II canonized Saint Claude de la Colombière in 1992. Reflection As a fellow Jesuit and as a promoter of the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Saint Claude must be very special to Pope Francis who has so beautifully emphasized the mercy of Jesus. The emphasis on God's love and mercy are characteristic of both men.Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Chris Simms Critical of Commanders Coordinator Hires, Biggest Concerns for Coordinators + Calls 46:56 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Thom Loverro Joins the Show + Should Commanders Draft RB or WR 1:29:13 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Calls on If Commanders Should Draft RB or WR + NBA All Star Weekend Preview

Send the BGO Blind Pig podcast crew a Text MessageThe Pigs talk Coordinator changes, bid farewell to a Washington Redskins legend, talk alternate logos, and the end of Washington Post Sports coverage.Please visit our video podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@bgobsession2243 and like and subscribe to our feed. Rating the podcast on both You Tube and your favorite audio podcast provider is sincerely appreciated!Looking for a Washington Commanders fan community to be a part of? Maybe you should consider making BGO, a Burgundy and Gold Obsession, at BGObsession.com your Washington Football fan destination? Home of the most knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate Redskins and Commanders fans on the web since 2009, BGO is a special place. Join us for some smart football talk, great contests, game day chats, and lifelong friendships. What are you waiting for? Visit and join BGO at BGObsession.com - Home to YOUR Burgundy and Gold Obsession.

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Mina Kimes' QB Rankings, Getting JD5 Back to Rookie-Year Form + Calls 47:01 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - 10 Targets a Game for McLaurin, Deebo Samuel Contract Set to Void + Calls 1:31:29 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Mock Draft Monday, Tobi's Pick at No. 7 + NBA Tanking Levels

Wine lovers don't just travel—they travel differently. And in this episode, Amanda sits down with Candice Mathis, founder of Vintage Departures and wine travel expert, to explore exactly how. From what makes a wine trip worth booking to why a great hotel bar matters more than you think, Candice shares her hard-earned wisdom from planning itineraries across Napa, Burgundy, Champagne, and beyond. They dig into the logistics of traveling with kids, why sleep is always worth the splurge, the unspoken rules of wine region etiquette, and how to unlock hotel perks you didn't know existed. Whether you're planning your first wine trip or your fiftieth, this conversation will change the way you think about where to stay, what to book, and how to make every moment count. Wine Featured on This Episode:⁠⁠⁠ 2022 Louis Millet Sancerre Rouge

ESPN's Mina Kimes re-ranked the loaded 2024 quarterback class, placing Drake Maye first, followed by Caleb Williams, with Jayden Daniels coming in third. Tobi Altizer kicks off Burgundy and Gold Today reacting to the list and explains why, despite Kimes' rankings, he would still have Jayden Daniels as his top quarterback from the class. Tobi breaks down what separates Daniels and why he believes the Commanders got their franchise QB.

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Reaction to DQ & Coordinators + Who to Draft at No. 7 44:11 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Mitch Tischler Joins the Show, Trade for Crosby? + Calls 1:29:27 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Doc Walker on Super Bowl 60, Pistons-Hornets Fight + NBA is Hard to Watch

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Lynnell Willingham Joins the Show + Should Commanders Draft WR at No. 7 46:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Do You Want Bobby Wagner Back + Calls

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Seahawks Win Super Bowl 60, Drake Maye SB Performance + Who Should Commanders Target? 44:58 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - PJ Glasser Joins the Show, Favorite SB Commercials + Maye-JD5 Comparison 1:26:15 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Jayden Daniels Comments on Nate Tice Podcast, Where Sam Darnold Ranks + Calls

Nick Ashooh opens Burgundy and Gold Today reacting to the Seahawks' dominant 29–13 win over the Patriots to secure their second Super Bowl appearance. Nick breaks down what stood out in Seattle's performance, what went wrong for New England, and what the result says about the current power structure in the NFL — while also tying it back to where the Commanders stack up compared to the league's elite.

New Zealand wine stands at a fork in the road. One path leads towards corporate behemoths churning out industrial quantities of mass-market Sauvignon Blanc; the other features increasingly refined, site-specific wines across a range of styles that compete with the world's very best. Which will it be?In this New Zealand Wines of the Year feature, we take you behind the scenes after tasting hundreds of wines to get to grips with what's really going on in Kiwi wine.We highlight the best producers, what they're doing and why. And we throw more than a few big calls out there - for example, why New Zealand Chardonnay and Pinot Noir is currently getting our vote over Burgundy...and why fizz should be part of New Zealand's wine future.We're privileged to be joined by New Zealand wine royalty in the shape of Helen Masters (Ata Rangi), Matt Thomson (Blank Canvas), Matt Sutherland (Dog Point), Kevin Judd (Greywacke), Ed Donaldson (Pegasus Bay)...and part-time actor, full-time wine superstar Sam Neill (Two Paddocks).This episode is published in tandem with a full report on our website, which is free to download and comes with tons of information and opinion, from vintage summaries to planting stats, plus the odd map: New Zealand Wines of the Year 2026 ReportThanks to New Zealand Winegrowers for facilitating this Wines of the Year initiative, and to the wineries for supporting. This episode is dedicated to the memory of James Healy, who sadly died in early 2026. Thanks for tuning in. We love to hear from you so please do get in touch! Send us a voice message via Speakpipe. Or you can find all details from this episode, including the full report, on our website: Show notes for Wine Blast S7 E17 - New Zealand Wines of the Year 2026To support the show, enjoy subscriber-only bonus content as well as early access to all episodes plus full archive access, not to mention subscriber benefits and giveaways, subscribe to Wine Blast PLUS at wineblast.co.ukInstagram: @susieandpeter

Susan Abernethy, who you might also know as the Freelance History Writer, has recently put out her second book, The Formidable Women Who Shaped Medieval Europe, which dives into the biographies of over 40 women whose lives intersected with Burgundy in some way or another and adds rich context to the Burgundian Story.The Formidable Women Who Shaped Medieval Europe is out now, and I highly recommend checking it out. It is available through the publisher, Pen and Sword, and is also on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Blackwell's and more.

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Sonny Jurgensen Passes Away at 91, Kliff Kingsbury Joins Rams + Calls 41:33 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Doc Walker Remembers Sonny Jurgensen + Bobby Wagner Wins WPMOY 1:26:52 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Jayden Daniels on Radio Row, Free Agency Preview + Super Bowl 60 Predictions

Why did this author start the book with tasting, rather than history, regions or grapes? Was that because you wanted to get right into the sensory experience, rather than maybe some of the drier knowledge? Why is your experience of what tastes good as personal as a fingerprint? When it comes to wine, what do you mean by structure? Why are these important, these structural components? Do you think they matter more than identifying that, that wine's from Burgundy, that wine's from Bordeaux? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Jordan Salcito, author of Smart Mouth: Wine Essentials for You, Me, & Everyone We Know. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks.   Giveaway Three of you are going to win a copy of Jordan Salcito's terrific new book, Smart Mouth: Wine Essentials for You, Me, and Everyone We Know. To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose three people randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!   Highlights Why does our first impression of a wine's aroma matter more than we realize Why did Jordan ultimately walk away from the Master Sommelier service exam? How did the title Smart Mouth come together and capture the spirit Jordan wanted for the book? Why did Jordan choose to begin Smart Mouth with tasting instead of regions, grapes, or wine history? Why does Jordan see point scores and rigid wine hierarchies as a form of ego rather than a useful guide for drinkers? How do different people visualize or conceptualize wine while tasting? How does Jordan's concept of wine personas differ from traditional tasting language? What does the TALL framework explain about wine structure? How can simple sensory exercises help drinkers identify tannin, alcohol, acidity, and earth-driven flavors with confidence?   About Jordan Salcito   Jordan Salcito is an award-winning sommelier, author, and entrepreneur. A wine industry veteran, she has over a decade of experience as a sommelier at restaurants including Momofuku, Restaurant Daniel, and Eleven Madison Park (where she was part of the team to win the award for Outstanding Wine Service from the James Beard Foundation). Her wine programs at Momofuku were regularly recognized in The New York Times, Eater, and Food & Wine, and were named "Most Creative Wine List in the World" by the World of Fine Wine magazine. A pioneer of the ready-to-drink beverage category with her organic Italian spritz company, Drink RAMONA, Salcito will also published her first book, Smart Mouth: Wine Essentials for You, Me, & Everyone We Know, with Penguin Random House's Ten Speed Press.         To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/375.

Philip the Good was known to suffer from the 'weakness of the flesh.' The Duke of Burgundy had dozens of mistresses and bastards throughout his life, so while we're exploring the Burgundian Court, why not take a moment to explore Philip's illegitimate family.Check out intelligentspeechonline.com for more information on the upcoming Intelligent Speech Conference, and use my promo code BOLD for 10% off!Notable People: Philip the Good, Cornille of Burgundy, Anthony of Burgundy, David of Burgundy, Anne of Burgundy, Isabella of Portugal, Catherine Scaers

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - John Wall Night Recap, Giannis Trade Buzz + Eagles Name New OC 46:35 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - DQ is NOT on Hot Seat, Seahawks Franchise Up For Sale + Pro Bowl is Watered Down 1:30:52 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Ex-NBA Player Wants to Return to CBB, IndyCar Coming to DC + Weekend Preview

JP Finlay and Mitch Tischler join you to talk further about Daronte Jones joining the staff and whats next for the pair of first time play calling coordinators for the Burgundy and Gold. The guys talk roster construction and JP gives his best weather takes before getting to a great interview with Thor Nystrom who covers the Vikings and has a ton of great insight into Daronte JonesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nick Ashooh opens Burgundy and Gold Today by recapping John Wall Celebration Night and the Wizards' win. Anthony shares his firsthand experience at Capital One Arena, taking in the tribute to John Wall, loving the bobblehead giveaway, and enjoying the fan-favorite Dougie Cam on the jumbotron. The crew reflects on the atmosphere, the memories, and why John Wall Night was a special moment for Wizards fans and the DC community.

What makes a wine feel soulful, transporting you beyond taste into a deeper emotional connection? What does experiencing harvest firsthand reveal about winemaking that never show up in books? What makes Northern Rhône Syrah come across as black peppery, smoky, and reminiscent of pastrami? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Jordan Salcito who has published Smart Mouth: Wine Essentials for You, Me, & Everyone We Know, which was just selected as one of the best wine books of the year by the New York Times. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks.   Giveaway Three of you are going to win a copy of Jordan Salcito's terrific new book, Smart Mouth: Wine Essentials for You, Me, and Everyone We Know. To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose three people randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!   Highlights How did Jordan's father shape her earliest understanding of wine as family and connection? How did working at Restaurant Daniel shift how Jordan understands wine, fine dining, and food and wine pairing? What does Jordan mean when she describes certain wines as soulful? What's the difference between the old world approach focused on place and the new world approach focused on control and construction? Why did working harvests in Burgundy teach Jordan that could never be learned from books? How did molecular gastronomy pioneer Wylie Dufresne help her see restaurants as a legitimate intellectual and creative path? How did an early rejection from The New York Times become a signal to redirect her goals? Why did failing the advanced sommelier tasting exam become the foundation for eventually passing the Master Sommelier tasting on her first attempt?   About Jordan Salcito Jordan Salcito is an award-winning sommelier, author, and entrepreneur. A wine industry veteran, she has over a decade of experience as a sommelier at restaurants including Momofuku, Restaurant Daniel, and Eleven Madison Park (where she was part of the team to win the award for Outstanding Wine Service from the James Beard Foundation). Her wine programs at Momofuku were regularly recognized in The New York Times, Eater, and Food & Wine, and were named "Most Creative Wine List in the World" by the World of Fine Wine magazine. Long a student of wine, Salcito passed the tasting portion of the Master Sommelier exam on her first attempt and feels fortunate to have learned so much though working harvests at world-renowned wineries in Burgundy, Tuscany, California and Patagonia. A pioneer of the ready-to-drink beverage category with her organic Italian spritz company, Drink RAMONA, Salcito will also publish her first book, Smart Mouth: Wine Essentials for You, Me, & Everyone We Know, with Penguin Random House's Ten Speed Press this October. Jordan lives in Paris with her family.         To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/374.

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This episode features Tommaso, a vineyard consultant whose career spans from Venice and Montalcino to Burgundy, Bordeaux, and other renowned wine regions. Tommaso discusses his background in viticulture, the technical aspects of working in different European vineyards, and how he manages various grape varieties and regional challenges. The conversation highlights real-world issues such as vineyard management, adapting to climate change, and the critical decisions involved in harvest timing and vine care. A significant part of the discussion focuses on the curretage technique, a method for removing diseased wood from vines using specialized tools. Tommaso explains the origins of this approach, how it is applied in European vineyards, and its role in combating trunk diseases. The episode also covers Tommaso's work as a viticultural consultant specializing team training for vineyard surgery, adapting vineyard design to environmental pressures, and practical steps for maintaining vine health. This episode is well-suited for listeners interested in the technical and operational side of vineyard management.