Podcasts about Merlot

As the birthplace of wine and the vinifera grape species, Georgia (the country), has wine deeply embedded in its culture. Yet, having survived conquest by three empires, fine wines are not the current norm in Georgia, where the Russian Communists focused on quantity over quality. Irakli Gilauri is launching Gilauri Wines to change that and to give wine collectors all over the world a chance to taste and connect with the best of the Ancient Terroir that is his home country of Georgia. Detailed Show Notes: Irakli's background: public company CEO (Bank of Georgia, Georgia Capital), wine collector for 20 years, took UC Davis winemaking coursesMission: to make a fine wine from Georgia that showcases the original terroir of wineGeorgia (the country) wine historyThe birthplace of wine, 8,000 years agoWhere vitis vinifera originated (the broader South Caucasus region)Located between the Caucasus Mountains, Black Sea and Caspian Sea; between Russia, Turkey, and AzerbaijanOne of the only biodiversity hotspots with a mid-temperate climateMain wine region Kakheti (Eastern Georgia), ~85% of grapes grown there, similar to Napa as it sits between 2 mountain rangesMain grape is Saperavi, closest to vitis silvestris, one of the original vinifera grape varietiesWine is embedded deep in Georgian culture, people believe grapes and wine allowed it to survive 3 empires (Persian, Ottoman, and Russian) and keep their language, script, and faithThe “oldest wine cellar in the world”~40k old bottles, from the early 1840s, including First Growth BordeauxsCollection of the Russian Romanovs (originally housed in St Petersburg)During WWII, Stalin moved the cellar into three places, including one in TbilisiGeorgian government is authenticating the wines and will auction some offGilauri WinesStarted w/ 10 grape varieties (incl Saperavi, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot) in 5 locations, needed to conduct research on mapping terroir to deliver top quality because the Communists only cared about quantityStarted in 2022, but first vintage will be 2024, 2022 and 2023 wines will not be released as the quality was not high enoughHas the potential to produce 75k bottles, but 1st vintage will only be 1,800 bottles (1,200 Saperavi, 600 Chardonnay), with the rest bulked outWinegrowing is very different from the Georgian norm; focused on quality (e.g. - mixed Guyot pruning with only 1 cane, cover crops, green harvesting, 500L barrel fermentation, cold maceration for aromas (which cannot be done in traditional qvevri)Saperavi clonal material from Italy, Georgian nurseries have too much virusDTC focused brand; in order to share with fellow wine lovers, not enough for retail US, UK, EU, Switzerland availableIn US, also producing a Vine Hill Ranch Napa Cabernet with Nigel Kinsman at Wheeler Farms, and can use that license to import and sell Georgian wines DTC; Napa Cab as the sister wine to Georgian SaperaviHas conducted blind tastings of top New World and Old World wines to compare with Gilauri's “Ancient World” wineAllocations of 1st Georgian wines Dec 2026, 1st Napa wines Spring 2027Vanessa Conlin MW coming on to help promote the wines in the USJoin the allocation list at Gilauri.comWine, food, & travel go togetherSommTV producing a cooking show for Georgian cuisine, which is a mix of Asian, European, and Middle Eastern influencesWill have a free private concierge to organize wine trips to GeorgiaTrying to get access to “Stalin Cellar” for list membersLoyal clients will also have access to 4 bedroom house in GeorgiaExpected pricing:

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Locked in Luxury: An Unexpected Adventure with Wine & Cheese Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-08-07-07-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Lorenzo e Giulia erano in un bunker segreto.En: Lorenzo and Giulia were in a secret bunker.It: Non si aspettavano un simile ambiente.En: They did not expect such an environment.It: Il bunker era piccolo, con pareti di metallo e scaffali pieni di vini e formaggi.En: The bunker was small, with metal walls and shelves full of wines and cheeses.It: La luce era soffusa, creando un'atmosfera magica.En: The lighting was dim, creating a magical atmosphere.It: Era una calda giornata d'estate e la città sopra di loro era tranquilla.En: It was a hot summer day, and the city above them was calm.It: Lorenzo, un ingegnere, era pragmatico.En: Lorenzo, an engineer, was pragmatic.It: Aveva una passione segreta per il cibo gourmet.En: He had a secret passion for gourmet food.It: Giulia, una vivace guida turistica, adorava le avventure.En: Giulia, a lively tour guide, loved adventures.It: Era entusiasta di esplorare il bunker.En: She was excited to explore the bunker.It: "Abbiamo un problema," disse Lorenzo, guardando la porta chiusa.En: "We have a problem," Lorenzo said, looking at the closed door.It: "Siamo bloccati."En: "We are stuck."It: Giulia ridacchiò.En: Giulia chuckled.It: "Non è un problema se abbiamo vino e formaggio," disse.En: "It's not a problem if we have wine and cheese," she said.It: Prese una bottiglia di vino rosso e una ruota di formaggio morbido.En: She picked up a bottle of red wine and a wheel of soft cheese.It: Lorenzo sospirò.En: Lorenzo sighed.It: "Dobbiamo trovare un modo per uscire," insistette.En: "We need to find a way out," he insisted.It: Cominciò a cercare attrezzi sul tavolo.En: He began searching for tools on the table.It: Giulia alzò le spalle.En: Giulia shrugged.It: "Possiamo sistemarcela," suggerì.En: "We can manage," she suggested.It: "Vieni, Lorenzo, assaggia questo formaggio!"En: "Come on, Lorenzo, taste this cheese!"It: Lorenzo esaminò gli attrezzi, cercando il modo di sbloccare la porta.En: Lorenzo examined the tools, searching for a way to unlock the door.It: Ma presto fu tentato dal profumo del formaggio e dal suono del vino che si versa.En: But soon he was tempted by the aroma of cheese and the sound of wine being poured.It: "Dai, solo un assaggio," invitò Giulia con un sorriso furbo.En: "Come on, just a taste," Giulia invited with a sly smile.It: Lorenzo sorrise e alla fine si unì a Giulia.En: Lorenzo smiled and eventually joined Giulia.It: Insieme esplorarono le diverse combinazioni di vino e formaggio, ridendo e raccontandosi storie.En: Together they explored the different combinations of wine and cheese, laughing and telling each other stories.It: "Questo è sorprendentemente piacevole," ammise Lorenzo più tardi, mentre provava un Merlot con un pecorino stagionato.En: "This is surprisingly pleasant," Lorenzo admitted later, as he tried a Merlot with an aged pecorino.It: Quando la bottiglia era quasi vuota e il formaggio finito, Lorenzo si appoggiò stanco contro la porta.En: When the bottle was almost empty and the cheese finished, Lorenzo leaned tiredly against the door.It: Con un piccolo clic, la porta si aprì.En: With a small click, the door opened.It: Entrambi si guardarono sorpresi.En: They both looked at each other, surprised.It: "Era mai chiusa?"En: "Was it ever locked?"It: chiese Giulia ridendo.En: Giulia asked, laughing.It: "Pare di no," rispose Lorenzo, ridendo anche lui.En: "Apparently not," Lorenzo answered, laughing as well.It: Usarono il bastone per tenere la porta aperta.En: They used the stick to keep the door open.It: Uscirono dal bunker ancora sorridendo, godendosi la leggera brezza estiva.En: They exited the bunker still smiling, enjoying the light summer breeze.It: Decisero di mantenere il segreto dell'avventura.En: They decided to keep the adventure a secret.It: Lorenzo imparò che a volte è giusto rallentare e gustare i piaceri semplici.En: Lorenzo learned that sometimes it's right to slow down and savor the simple pleasures.It: Giulia, invece, sviluppò un rispetto per la risoluzione pratica dei problemi.En: Giulia, on the other hand, developed a respect for practical problem-solving.It: Camminarono insieme, più vicini di prima, promettendo di cercare nuove avventure, ma sempre con una bottiglia di buon vino a portata di mano.En: They walked together, closer than before, promising to seek new adventures, but always with a bottle of good wine at hand. Vocabulary Words:the bunker: il bunkerpragmatic: pragmaticothe engineer: l'ingegnerethe tour guide: la guida turisticato explore: esplorarethe atmosphere: l'atmosferamagical: magicathe lighting: la lucethe city: la cittàcalm: tranquillagourmet food: cibo gourmetenthusiastic: entusiastathe adventure: l'avventurato chuckle: ridacchiarethe wheel: la ruotasoft cheese: formaggio morbidoto insist: insisterethe tools: gli attrezzito shrug: alzare le spalleto unlock: sbloccarethe aroma: il profumothe bottle: la bottigliaaged: stagionatoto lean: appoggiarsito pour: versareto savor: gustarethe breeze: la brezzalight: leggerathe problem-solving: la risoluzione dei problemithe stick: il bastone

Ever wondered what it takes to turn Saint-Émilion's overlooked neighbours into a destination in their own right? This episode takes us to Château de Lussac, flagship estate of a Bordeaux group that's rebuilding itself château by château, and rethinking what a satellite appellation can be.We sit down with Anthony Appollot, general manager of Sarments Vignobles, a sixth-generation Saint-Émilion winemaker who spent years as an independent vineyard consultant before assembling the group's four estates in under a decade, to trace how it all came together and where he's taking it next.Anthony walks us through top-grafting Chenin Blanc onto decades-old Merlot vines, why he's pulling up a third of Lussac's vineyard to plant walnut trees and truffle oaks, and the disease-spotting drone he helped calibrate that kept the group's harvest intact during 2024's brutal mildew year.Expect an 80-year-old field blend planted after a killer frost, a secret Italian grape variety, and a very candid read on the Bordeaux crisis from someone who's still buying. Tune in!▬▬

Sixty years before "drink less, but better" became an industry mantra, one man in Tuscany was already living it. His grandson has spent his whole career proving him right. In this episode, Pierre sits down with Giovanni Folonari, of Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari Tenute, the family behind four distinct Tuscan estates built on a single conviction: that quality can't be rented, it has to be owned. The conversation moves through Nozzole, the Chianti Classico estate where clay soil and history run deep; Tenute del Cabreo, the Supertuscan project that dared to plant Cabernet, Merlot, Chardonnay and even Pinot Noir on Sangiovese ground; Campo al Mare, the family's late but decisive bet on Bolgheri; and Tenuta La Fuga, the smallest estate in the portfolio and home to a Brunello Riserva named for two sisters. Along the way, Giovanni talks candidly about the family decision to walk away from an easier, more recognisable business, what it actually takes to grow Pinot Noir outside Burgundy, and why hospitality became part of the estate's identity long before the rest of the wine world caught on. Want more? A bonus episode, going deeper into the family's history, the technical side of the cellar, and a side of Giovanni that has nothing to do with wine at all, is available exclusively at readbetweenthewines.com. Featuring: Chianti Classico, Supertuscan, Bolgheri, Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany, Sangiovese, family winery, Italian fine wine, terroir, wine and hospitality.

Send us a message!There's a fairly persuasive myth about power: that once you have enough of it, everything else follows. This episode makes a decent case against that, using nothing more dramatic than a chief executive who can restructure an entire division and still can't get their own kid to tidy their room. If you've ever wondered why some very senior people still don't get listened to, or why some people with almost nothing get listened to constantly, this one's for you.Join KG and Paul as they chat to Jen Overbeck about why having power and having influence turn out to be two genuinely different things.As usual episode's wine comes from our friends, Annandale Cellars, and it's the 2025 Schmölzer & Brown Beechworth Merlot, a straight varietal from Tessa Brown and Jeremy Schmölzer's high-altitude vineyard. It pours a deep, dark garnet and opens with blackberry, cinnamon and dark fruit on the nose. On the palate it's fruity and balanced, with fine tannins, good body for a Merlot, and a bit of cherry and spice that lingers.Get at least half a dozen of these (or half a dozen of any of Annandale Cellars' amazing wines) and get a 20% discount by using our code at checkout: DECANTEDSláinte friends! Great to see you again!!Useful resources from this episode:Jen Overbeck's website: jenoverbeck.comJen Overbeck on LinkedInPathways to Politics for Women, the non-partisan political leadership program where Jen volunteersMelbourne School of BusinessPlease feel free to send us your thoughts, comments and suggestions any time by leaving us a text/voice message via the link at the top of these show notes!Or talk to us through either of the options below.Email: askus@leadershipdecanted.com Website episode comments: www.leadershipdecanted.comDisagree or agree with anything we've said? How wrong are we?!? Are there any leadership topics you'd like us to discuss, or people you'd like us to talk to? Maybe you'd like to recommend a favourite wine!Whatever tickles your fancy, we'd love to hear from you!!

Unsere heutige Folge bringt uns ins Malcantone im Tessin. Von dort stammt ein Merlot, bei dem die Weinbrater etwas Detektivarbeit leisten mussten.

In 1985, Ferruccio Ferragamo went looking for game in the hills between Florence and Arezzo. He came home having found a thousand-year-old medieval village instead. Years later, his son Salvatore rode a bicycle into those same hills and saw something his father hadn't: a valley whose soil told an entirely different story in every direction, sandstone in one corner, clay rich with sea fossils in another, the memory of an ocean that vanished millions of years before anyone planted a vine. This is the story of Il Borro — a family better known for shoes than soil, who spent three decades turning a ruin into one of Tuscany's most decorated organic estates, and who are now writing a second chapter in Montalcino. Salvatore Ferragamo, Vice President of Il Borro, sits down with Pierre Ferland to talk about the Valdarno di Sopra, an appellation the estate helped bring back from obscurity, the single vineyard behind Alessandro dal Borro, named for a Medici military commander built on an unusually large scale, the horses that plough Nitrito instead of tractors, and Petruna, a return to ancient amphora winemaking that strips Sangiovese back to something almost nothing else in Tuscany attempts. And at the very end, Salvatore says something about Pinino, the family's newer estate in Montalcino, that he didn't have to admit. But did anyway. The bonus episode, where Salvatore goes into the years before certification, the business case behind the vineyard's solar fields, and what actually earns a second bottle of wine, is available exclusively at readbetweenthewines.com.   Featuring: Il Borro, Valdarno di Sopra DOC, Tuscany, Italy, Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Chardonnay, Pinino, Montalcino, Brunello di Montalcino.

Sara Lecompte Cuvelier swore she would never work in wine. Then in 2018, she became Managing Director of one of the five Second Grand Cru Classé estates in Saint-Julien. Her sister Anne had already been there for thirteen years, building something from nothing. That is the story of Château Léoville Poyferré — and neither of them planned any of it. In this episode of Read Between the Wines, Pierre Ferland sits down with Sara and Anne Cuvelier at Château Léoville Poyferré in Saint-Julien, Bordeaux, France, for the first of a two-part conversation. The Cuvelier family has been in wine since 1804, beginning as négociants near Lille in the north of France, acquiring Léoville Poyferré in 1920, and extending the family story all the way to the foot of the Andes in Mendoza with Cuvelier Los Andes in 2003. The conversation covers what it means to inherit something you did not build. The demi-wolf on the label that belonged to the Lawton family and was kept without question. The family motto borrowed from Le Petit Prince: the essential is invisible to the eye. Anne building wine tourism at a classified growth estate before Bordeaux believed that was possible. Sara arriving with a background in human resources and discovering it was exactly what the job required. And the word Sara says you need to remember about this estate. Not prestige. Not history. Precision. Part two, where Sara and Anne go deep into the vineyard, the wines, and what Bordeaux still needs to say out loud, is available exclusively at readbetweenthewines.com. Featuring: Château Léoville Poyferré, Saint-Julien, Médoc, Bordeaux, France, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Second Grand Cru Classé.  

Con Jairo Rodriguez de Dominio Basconcillos. Una bodega que si la visitas, conocerás por qué la altitud mola tanto que se puede descubrir en la copa. Viñedos de altura de la RIbera del Duero. Y en estos vinos de altitud, entiende las "otras" variedades de la RIbera: Malbec, Merlot y Cabernet, Atención a lo que te aportan a tu copa de vino. SI aún no conocias los vinos de BAsconcillo, te va a apetecer parar y descubrir de nuevo la Ribera del Duero ¿Quieres ser un Camaleón? Mándame un Whatsapp Ferran: 662575970

Bill Frost (BillFrost.tv, BillFrost.substack.com, X96 Radio From Hell), Tommy Milagro (SlamWrestling.net), and special guest Melissa Merlot (Celluoid Insanity Podcast) talk The Hawk, King of the Hill, The Real Housewives of London, My Grandfather Charles Manson, Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, The Dink, 72 Hours, Breaking Bear, President Curtis, Shark Week, The Terror, The Boys, From, shoutout to Salt City ParaCon, Rasslin' News, House of the Dragon, Criminal Minds: Evolution, Lucky, Sugar, Cape Fear, Widow's Bay, Ghost in the Shell, Backrooms, Obsession, and more.Drinking: Raspberry Lemonade and White Peach Vodka canned cocktails from OFFICIAL TV Tan sponsor Sugar House Distillery.Rate us and comment: Substack, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, YouTube, Amazon Podcasts, Audible, TuneIn Radio, etc. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tvtanpodcast.substack.com

In this episode of Eat Sleep Wine Repeat, Janina explores Washington State wine - discovering the best wine regions, wineries and grapes that make this one of America's most exciting wine destinations. Joined by Chris Stone and Avril Mooney from the Washington State Wine Commission, they uncover what makes Washington wine unique, from the famous Columbia Valley and Walla Walla wine regions to ancient flood soils, volcanic landscapes, dramatic climate contrasts and the diverse AVAs producing exceptional wines. Discover why Washington State has become one of the world's most dynamic wine destinations, how its geography shapes the style and quality of its wines, and why a Washington wine road trip belongs on every wine lover's bucket list. From the Cascade Mountains and the rain shadow effect to high-desert vineyards and remarkable terroir, this episode is packed with insights for anyone wanting to learn about wine, deepen their wine education, or plan an unforgettable wine travel adventure. Along the way, Janina tastes some of Washington's most exciting wines, including Riesling, Gamay, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Grenache, while exploring the producers shaping the future of Washington wine. From iconic wineries to emerging voices, discover the stories, regions and people behind one of America's most fascinating wine destinations. Whether you're discovering Washington wine for the first time or already love American wine, this episode is your guide to the wine regions, grapes, wineries and landscapes that make Washington State one of the world's most exciting wine destinations.   Shownotes 02:34 – Your first stop in Washington State — why Woodinville Wine Country is the perfect introduction to Washington wine before heading into the vineyards. 05:25 – Château Ste. Michelle's legacy — how Washington's pioneering winery helped build the modern wine industry and inspired hundreds of producers. 08:09 – Why Seattle is so green — the Cascade Mountains, rainfall and the dramatic climate contrast that defines Washington State. 09:54 – The Cascade Mountains explained — how the rain shadow creates ideal conditions for growing world-class wine grapes across Eastern Washington. 11:32 – Crossing the state — driving from lush forests into high-desert landscapes and why Washington is one of the world's most visually diverse wine regions. 13:23 – Washington's signature wine grapes — Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, Riesling, Chardonnay and the incredible diversity of more than 90 grape varieties. 15:33 – Understanding Washington's AVAs — why each American Viticultural Area offers its own unique terroir, climate and wine styles. 17:46 – Eroica Riesling — from Château Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen — Janina tastes the 2022 vintage of this iconic Washington State Riesling collaboration. (NY Wines - £20.95) For more on Dr Loosen listen to Episode 218 with guest Ernst Loosen. 19:29 – Ancient Lakes AVA — dramatic canyon landscapes, glacial flood history and why this cool-climate region produces exceptional Riesling. 21:16 – Dry or off-dry Riesling? — producer style, natural acidity and why Washington Riesling continues to evolve. 22:29 – Washington's dramatic diurnal shift — how warm days and cool nights preserve freshness, balance and aromatics. 24:24 – The Missoula Floods explained — the geological events that shaped Washington's famous vineyard soils. 28:32 – Columbia Gorge AVA — where maritime influence meets desert conditions to create one of Washington's most distinctive wine regions. 30:47 – Beyond Columbia Valley — Puget Sound, Lake Chelan and Rocky Reach AVAs showcase Washington's remarkable diversity. 33:01 – Syncline Gamay 2022 — Janina discovers a vibrant expression of Gamay from Columbia Gorge and why it's worth seeking out. $45 from Syncline Winery 35:31 – Washington's remarkable growth — from just a handful of wineries to more than 1,000 producers driven by collaboration and innovation. 39:01 – Why Washington's future is so exciting — affordable land, experimentation and endless opportunities for new wine styles. 39:59 – Dineen Vineyards Syrah 2021— Janina explores Yakima Valley Syrah and how site influences style and expression. $47 from Dineen Vineyards (2023) 41:43  – Kiona Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 — one of Washington's pioneering wineries and the AVA famous for powerful Cabernet Sauvignon. $36 from Kiona (2022) 44:52 – Outstanding value wines — why Washington consistently delivers world-class quality across every price point. 46:50 – Walla Walla wine travel — restaurants, tasting rooms, history and why this should be on every wine lover's itinerary. 49:08 – Grosgrain Grenache GrosgrainVineyard 2022 — a new generation of minimal-intervention winemaking bringing fresh energy to Washington wine. £32 for Columbia Valley Grenache 2023 from Grosgrain Vineyards. 50:36 – Grosgrain's story — how Matt and Kelly Austin left previous careers to create one of Washington's most exciting boutique wineries. 53:37 – L'Ecole No. 41 Perigee Seven Hills Vineyards 2020 — iconic Bordeaux blends including Perigee, Apogee and the internationally acclaimed Ferguson. £64.99 Simply Wines Direct 56:42 – Beyond the vineyards — national parks, mountain hikes, breweries, ferries, wildlife and why Washington is a complete wine travel destination. 57:53 – Picardan in Washington — one of America's rarest wine grapes and the Rhône-inspired wines of Cairdeas Winery. 59:15 – Rattlesnake Hills AVA — an emerging wine region leading the way in sustainability and deserving far more attention.

In 1935, a viceroy ordered a vineyard planted in the hills between Florence and Arezzo. Not to make wine. To mark a military conquest. Ninety years later, that same vineyard is producing one of the most celebrated Sangiovese in all of Tuscany. This is the story of Tenuta Sette Ponti — an estate that began as a hunting retreat, became a family obsession, and is now home to Oreno, a wine that has gone toe to toe with the great Bordeaux blends of France. Blind. And won. Alberto Moretti Cuseri, third generation of the Moretti Cuseri family and Export Director of the estate, sits down with Pierre Ferland to talk about the Valdarno di Sopra, one of Italy's oldest wine zones, certified fully organic and still largely unknown outside serious wine circles. The conversation covers the Vigna dell'Impero and its 90-year-old vines, the portfolio from Crognolo to Oreno, a pure Merlot called Sette, and a Trebbiano that makes a quiet argument for one of Italy's most underrated white grapes. And at the very end, Alberto says something about wine and identity that lands differently than anything else in this conversation. Featuring: Tenuta Sette Ponti, Valdarno di Sopra, Oreno, Crognolo, Vigna dell'Impero, Tuscany wine, Super Tuscan, Sangiovese, Italian wine podcast, Alberto Moretti Cuseri

Die WM 2026 steigt in den USA, Mexiko und Kanada – und was passt besser dazu als echtes, rauchiges American BBQ? Lou ist zwar eine glatte Null in Sachen Fußball, aber wenn es um Wine Matches geht, ist sie nicht zu schlagen. Heute gibt es den ultimativen Spickzettel: fünf BBQ-Klassiker, fünf perfekte Weinmatches – je einen aus den USA und eine europäische Alternative. Von Beef Brisket aus Texas über Pulled Pork aus den Carolinas bis zu den legendären Burnt Ends aus Kansas City. Plus: der Profi-Tipp, den kaum jemand kennt – warum man zu scharfem BBQ bloß keinen schweren Roten trinken sollte. Wein der Woche Doppio Rosso Primitivo Merlot IGT – Apulien, Italien Zwei süditalienische Kraftpakete in einer Flasche: Primitivo liefert dunkle Beerenaromen, Schwarzkirsche und seine typische sanfte Würze – Merlot steuert Pflaume, einen Hauch Schokolade und einen leichten Malzton bei. Rubinrot mit violetten Reflexen, weiche Tannine, angenehm samtig am Gaumen. Leger, charakterstark, unkompliziert – und genau deshalb der perfekte Grillwein. Ideal zu Spareribs, Rindersteaks und Pulled Pork. Erhältlich bei EDEKA und edeka24.de Weinlexikon: Z wie Zinfandel Wenn es eine Traube gibt, die für amerikanischen Wein steht, dann ist es Zinfandel – kräftig, fruchtig, mit jammigen Aromen von Brombeere und einer pfeffrigen Würze. Der perfekte BBQ-Partner. Aber das Lustige: Zinfandel ist gar nicht ursprünglich amerikanisch! 2001 löste ein DNA-Test an der Universität Kalifornien das Weinrätsel: Zinfandel ist exakt dieselbe Rebsorte wie der kroatische Tribidrag. Und der italienische Primitivo aus Apulien? Ebenfalls der genetische Zwilling. Drei Namen, eine Traube – von Kroatien über Süditalien bis nach Kalifornien. In die USA kam sie in den 1820er-Jahren, zuerst als Tafeltraube an der Ostküste. Nach dem Goldrausch 1849 wurde sie in Kalifornien gepflanzt und war um 1900 die meistangebaute Traube des Bundesstaats. Möchtest Du uns eine Frage stellen, etwas loswerden oder ein Thema vorschlagen? Dann schreib uns gerne an cheers@edeka.de. Wir freuen uns, von Dir zu hören – Cheers! Weitere Infos zu unserem Podcast findest Du unter edeka.de/cheers. Besuche uns auch gerne auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cheers_weinpodcast/. Altershinweis: Dieser Podcast beschäftigt sich mit Wein und hat einen Bezug zu Alkohol. Der Inhalt ist ausschließlich an Personen ab 16 Jahren gerichtet. Lust auf den perfekten Weinmoment? Mit den Cheers! Weinplaylisten findest Du tolle Musik zu jeder Flasche Wein https://open.spotify.com/user/31umv65e2qkqtw3xamou2qwcoska

Dans l'ombre de ses illustres voisines, sans façade directe avec la Gironde, Moulis, plus petite appellation du Médoc, a su s'imposer et propose aujourd'hui des vins intéressants avec une proportion de Merlot plus importante.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

SAMEDI 27 JUIN 2026Véronique Bourrigaud - Château Champion (Bordeaux)Le Château Champion est un domaine viticole familial situé au cœur des terroirs de Saint-Émilion, transmis depuis plus de 200 ans sur 8 générations. Il exploite des parcelles en Saint-Émilion Grand Cru et Castillon-Côtes de Bordeaux, où sont cultivés Merlot, Cabernet Franc et Cabernet Sauvignon. Engagé en agriculture biologique, le domaine produit des vins authentiques tout en proposant des visites et expériences œnotouristiques.Elise Gaillard - Domaine Madeloc (Roussillon)Domaine Madeloc est un domaine viticole situé sur les terrasses de schistes de la Côte Vermeille, entre mer et montagne, dans les appellations Banyuls et Collioure. Créé en 2002 par la famille Gaillard et dirigé aujourd'hui par Élise Gaillard, il valorise un savoir-faire mêlant traditions catalanes et exigence viticole. Le vignoble de 18 ha produit des vins de caractère issus de cépages du Roussillon, reconnus pour leur intensité, leur fraîcheur et leur élégance.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Fred Peterson, owner of Peterson Winery, joins Dan Berger and Daedalus Howell on California Wine Country today. This is Fred’s first time on the show, but Peterson wines were a big part of this episode with Darryl Miller, on March 27 this year. Daedalus mentions the birds on the labels of the Peterson wines that Fred has brought. There are other labels with a mountain lion, a bear, a fox and a deer. They find old prints that are in public domain that they can use with no royalties. Fred Peterson calls his winemaking style “zero manipulation” which they have trademarked. He uses the jackalope on the label, but he can’t trademark that mythical animal which is in the public domain. They begin by tasting a 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon from Dry Creek Valley. This is what happens when you have the proper fruit, the proper region and the proper technique of making the wine, says Dan. It is a great example of what it can do when it is properly aged. A Cab needs about 12 years to reach its fully mature complexity. This one is 23 years old now and has flavors of dry herbs and bay leaf. This is a mountain cabernet from Bradford Mountain where Fred lives, at about 1100 feet elevation. If a Cabernet is just big, oaky, alcoholic and tannic, it can’t also carry terroir. Mountain Cabs have an edginess that other Cabs just don’t have. -•• • --- -•• ••• •-• •-California Wine Country 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! -•• • --- -•• ••• •-• •- Bitterness is a good thing. Dan reminds us that bitterness is a good thing. We like it in dark chocolate and in coffee. For example, bitters are appropriate in a mixed drink. They are part of the overall complexity and diversity of flavors. This wine is a perfect example. It delivers all its high-altitude character. Fred says, “If we don’t make wines that taste of the vineyard, there’s no reason for a small winery to exist, in my opinion.” He calls his winemaking process “zero manipulation” so that his wines taste like the vineyard. Their current release Cab is the 2022. So, it is young, for a Cabernet. The 2022 is also a very good wine, and Dan thinks that Fred harvested it at the right time. Both Cabs are blends. The 2003 is 83% Cabernet Sauvignon and 17% Merlot. The 2022 has the same 83% Cab, 11% Merlot and 6% Cabernet Franc. After time in the Navy, Fred enrolled at UC Santa Cruz. He took time off for a road trip, to bring a motorcycle to a friend’s farm in Iowa. He took an interest in agriculture when he was there. He took some Agriculture classes at the JC then finished at UC Davis. His mom’s side of the family is Sicilian and Calabrese, so he grew up around wine. Dan sees this as a typical pattern for winemakers, to start in another field before settling on winemaking. Gravity Flow Block He calls the vineyard Gravity Flow block. It is an acre and a half of vineyard with over a mile of deer fencing. When he planted this block, he planted about 7% Viogner which he co-ferments with the Syrah. He and his son don’t like very tannic wines and the Viogner helps temper the Syrah. Co-fermentation is also called co-pigmentation.  The grapes ferment together. If you put 5% Viognier you get darker wine, aromatic improvement and a lighter texture. It has a paradoxical flavor. It has personality and maturity, but it feels young. The 2005 just needs ten more years in the bottle. The Syrah from 2018 is “stunning” says Dan, and was just released. It is available at the winery. Peterson Winery has a mailing list that we can all join. His son does blending seminars occasionally and he does vineyard tours. 

We mark a major milestone with our 100th episode by stepping back to look at where the vineyard industry has been and where it's headed next. Fritz walks us through what's in, what's out, and what's coming for growers who want to stay profitable and resilient. We start with the changing economics of grape growing. Planting Cab, Merlot, or Syrah on speculation no longer pencils out in an oversupplied market. Instead, we focus on matching varieties to region, climate (including future climate), water availability, disease pressure, and a clearly defined sales channel.  From there, we connect vineyard design to labor and equipment realities. We move away from high‑input, labor‑intensive layouts and toward simpler, mechanization‑friendly systems that can eventually support autonomous tools.  We then turn to the vineyard floor, moving from bare soil and blanket herbicide programs to living systems built around cover crops, reduced tillage, and grazing with sheep. By the end, we have a clear picture of the practices that are fading, the ones gaining momentum, and the directions we can embrace to stay ahead in the next decade of grape growing.  We look forward to the next 100 episodes! In this episode, you will hear: Planting on speculation is out; committed buyers and clear sales channels are in Variety selection must fit climate, water, disease pressure, and market identity High-input, labor-intensive designs are giving way to mechanization‑friendly trellis systems and layouts Soil and irrigation should be managed as one integrated system Living vineyard floors are key to long‑term soil health Follow and Review: If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow the podcast and leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more listeners.

Sangiovese is the classic example of how a wine can taste completely different depending on where it is from and how it is made, and this episode demonstrates that fact in spades. Sangiovese is one of the great Italian wine grapes, but because of its strong association with the wine Chianti, it has a bit of a mixed reputation. In its defense, Chianti is really a food wine which is where its acidity really shines. But Sangiovese itself is an amazing wine grape that can vary from light and fruity like a Gamay to velvety and smooth like a Merlot. On that note, it may surprise you to know that about half of all of the Sangiovese grown in Italy is not grown in Tuscany, and regions like Puglia, Emilia-Romagna and Marche are making fantastic versions of it. In this episode, we taste and review two wines made from 100% Sangiovese from Umbria and tiny Molise, and without spoiling it too much, we can tell you that they are very different wines, almost hard to tell they are from the same grape, and are different than Chianti. In a good way. Join us to find out more! Wines reviewed in this episode: 2022 Cantina Roccafiore Melograno, 2021 Di Majo Norante Terre degli Osci SangioveseSend us a Text Message and we'll respond in our next episode!Contact The Wine Pair Podcast - we'd love to hear from you!Visit our website, leave a review, and reach out to us:  https://thewinepairpodcast.com/Follow and DM us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewinepairpodcast/Send us an email: joe@thewinepairpodcast.com

Shane Finley, winemaker and Lisa Brayton co-owner of Thirty-Seven Wines join Dan Berger and Daedalus Howell on California Wine Country. This episode of August 10, 2022 featured Lisa along with her husband Al, who is holding down the fort today. This is Shane’s first time on the show. Thirty-Seven Wines is named after the highway. Dan describes the Thirty-Seven Wines vineyard. There are varieties there that don’t grow in warmer areas. One example of that is Albariño. They have cooler days and warmer nights, near San Pablo Bay, across the street from the Sonoma Raceway. It is at a high enough elevation to have a 180-degree view of the bay. On a clear day they can see Coit Tower in San Francisco. The vineyard lies within the Petaluma Gap AVA. They get winds from both the Petaluma Gap and from the south, off the bay. This keeps the temperatures down and controls the acid levels in all the varietals. -.. . --- -.. --- .. .-DEODORA ESTATE VINEYARDSCalifornia Wine Country is brought to you by Deodora Estate Vineyards. Visit Deodora to discover 72 acres in the Petaluma Gap that produce exceptional Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Riesling. Sip the difference! -.. . --- -.. --- .. .- Russian River vs. Petaluma Gap Russian River wines have more of a bright juicy red character, while this vineyard produces darker blue fruit, “kind of plummy,” with tangerine skin and spicy flavors. They have a very long growing season, and their harvest goes from late August sometimes into November. Some grapes need more time on the vines. Shane names Albariño, Blau Frankisch, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, Grenache, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Merlot, which they have all on the same property. He credits Al and Lisa for being crazy enough and intuitive enough to put so many varieties together like that. Thirty-Seven Wines produces all their wine from their own estate grown grapes. Shane describes their approach to making wine. To keep it fresh and vibrant, they don’t do any lees stirring, they only do partial ML, mainly fermented in concrete. They use their oldest barrels, from 2010 and 2011. These barrels are “really neutral.” Dan detects a faint tropical note in the Albariño they are tasting. It gets intense morning sun but long cool afternoons. Lisa is in charge of managing the canopy to keep space between the clusters and maintain acidity. 

In this episode of the Got Somme Blind Wine Series, Angus throws Carlos Santos, Master Sommelier, one of the hardest blind tastings yet.The twist? The wine is served in a fully blacked-out RIEDEL blind tasting glass, meaning Carlos can't see the colour, viscosity or clarity. It could be Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Grüner Veltliner or even something completely unexpected.As Carlos works through the aromas, structure, acid, body and flavour profile, the wine starts to point in every direction at once. Fresh citrus, green apple, pear, almond shell, savoury texture and a salty finish all suggest a white wine, but the reveal leaves both Angus and Carlos genuinely stunned.The wine? Bianco di Merlot from Switzerland.Thanks https://invidiawines.com/Yes, a white wine made from Merlot.This is one of the most surprising blind tastings we've done on Got Somme, and a perfect example of how much colour influences the way we assess wine.Episode Highlights- Angus introduces the RIEDEL black blind tasting glass- Carlos explains why colour is so important in blind wine tasting- The wine presents as fresh, citric and savoury- Carlos considers Chablis, Grüner Veltliner, Müller-Thurgau, Aligoté, Chasselas and Sylvaner- The reveal shocks both Angus and Carlos- Carlos explains why Bianco di Merlot would be almost impossible to identify blindChapters00:00 – “I didn't even know this could happen”00:07 – Blind wine tasting with a twist00:17 – The RIEDEL blacked-out glass reveal00:33 – Why colour matters in blind tasting01:22 – Carlos begins assessing the wine01:51 – First guesses: Chablis, Grüner Veltliner or Pinot Grigio?02:32 – Angus admits he was way off02:49 – Carlos narrows down the options03:33 – The shocking wine reveal03:38 – White Merlot from Switzerland04:05 – How can Merlot become a white wine?04:27 – Why this is an impossible blind tasting

Can a Bordeaux-style Napa blend close out the Napa Wine Company series on a high note?In this episode, we review the Oakville Winery Napa Valley Red Wine, an estate-grown blend from Oakville, Napa Valley. The conversation explores how the wine evolves with air, why decanting may make a difference, and what stood out to each host after spending more time with the bottle.We also take a closer look at what "estate grown" actually means, why it matters, and why it isn't necessarily a guarantee of quality. Plus, the debut of a new game, Grape Guesses, leads to some surprising facts about Napa Valley vineyards and wineries.Today's WineProducer: Oakville WineryRegion: Oakville, Napa Valley, CaliforniaBlend: 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, 12% Malbec, 2% Petit VerdotABV: 14.1%Price: Approximately $50Subscribe for weekly wine conversations.Support the show and help keep the wine flowing!Buy us a glass!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/cheers3⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you!Stop Wasting Your Wine on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stop Wasting Your Wine on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StopWastingYourWine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chapters00:00 Introduction & Final Napa Wine Company Stop00:53 Wrapping Up the Napa Wine Company Series02:51 Todays Wine04:13 First Impressions06:33 Tasting Discussion11:23 Wine Drops11:46 What Does Estate Grown Mean?17:15 Why Estate Grown Doesn't Guarantee Quality18:44 Review and Final Thoughts23:43 Introducing Grape Guesses25:22 Napa Valley Trivia Challenge30:42 Series Wrap-Up & Thanks to Napa Wine Company31:22 Where to Find and Follow the Show

Send us Fan MailSomeone in our music family is gone, and we feel it in our bones. We open by paying tribute to Michelle, a Pearl Jam fan who didn't just show up, she helped build the community around Touring Fan Live while fighting cancer with a kind of courage that still doesn't feel real. We share what she meant to us, why her energy changed the people around her, and we play the moment Pearl Jam recognized her from the stage. After that, we do what friends do when they're trying to keep moving forward: we pour a glass and talk. It turns into a surprisingly helpful deep dive on Merlot, from aging and oak to Bordeaux-style blends, why Washington Merlot deserves more respect, and how pop culture moments like Sideways warped the way people buy wine. If you've ever said “I don't like Merlot,” we give you a few reasons to reconsider and a few questions to ask your own palate. Then we jump into Pearl Jam talk the way fans actually do it, with equal parts excitement and skepticism. Ohana Festival is around the corner, “Eddie Vedder and Friends” has everyone guessing, and the new drummer mystery keeps feeding the rumor machine. We also step back and talk about what really matters for a band at this level: chemistry, trust, and whether a new lineup can honor a massive catalog without losing the spark. We wrap with the bigger live-music reality check: tour cancellations, Ticketmaster, and the breaking point for ticket prices. And because we can't resist a time machine, we run through a June 1996 top songs list that hits everything from Soundgarden and STP to Butthole Surfers at number one. Subscribe for more, share this with a friend who needs it, and leave a review if the show makes you feel a little less alone.www.TheTouringFanLive.commedia@TheTouringFanLive.Comwww.facebook.com/TheTouringFanLiveInstagram-@TheTouringFanLiveCopyright The Touring Fan Live 2026

From the Wine Behind the Scenes Archives, we're bringing back a captivating conversation about wine, sustainability, and the journey of starting over in France. From buying a vineyard in liquidation to transforming it into a sustainable and award-winning estate, Caro Feely's story is extraordinary.  Join us on this episode of Wine Beyond the Scenes as Caro shares her amazing story of passion, perseverance, and the magic of organic winemaking in the heart of France.  Stay tuned to discover the hidden gems of their vineyard, the challenges of climate change, and the surprises that led to the creation of a unique wine experience.  In this episode you will be able to learn about:  Caro Feely's wild and wonderful adventure of moving from South Africa to France to buy a vineyard in Bordeaux The Feely family's journey from liquidation to success in the wine industry Organic and biodynamic farming practices, leading to high-quality wines and commercial success Caro's beautifully written Vineyard Series books that offer insights into their journey and philosophy An exciting new fiction series, Earth Chorus, that is in the works   Caro Feely, originally from South Africa with Irish roots, set out on an extraordinary adventure to make their dream of wine farming a reality, accompanied by her husband Sean. After moving from South Africa to Ireland and then to France, they purchased a vineyard and winery in Bordeaux, where they have been living for almost 20 years. Caro and Sean's commitment to organic farming and natural winemaking has led to the production of high-quality wines, including classic Bordeaux varieties like Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Semillon. Caro's passion for wine and sustainability is evident in their vineyard practices, which focus on biodiversity and organic farming methods. Alongside managing the vineyard, Caro also offers yoga retreats at their estate and has authored several books, including the Vineyard Series and the upcoming Earth Chorus series. Caro and Sean have created a sustainable and thriving vineyard in the heart of Bordeaux through their dedication to environmental practices and producing exceptional wines. Contact Caro Feely here:  Personal Website: https://carofeely.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@carofeely1142 X: https://x.com/carofeely Work Website: https://chateaufeely.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caro.feely.wines Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carofeely/  

Recorded high above the valley floor in Silverado's Stags Leap estate, this episode with winemaker Alison Rodriguez dives into both Napa viticulture and her global winemaking journey. Alison unpacks the 2025 growing season—early bud break, late rains, and the shadow of El Niño—while describing the constant tension between picking early for safety and waiting for full ripeness in a fire-prone era. She explains what it means to farm 325 acres of 100% estate vineyards, how early-season decisions set up harvest success, and how she manages tannin and extraction in small-berry hillside Cabernets, including the tradeoffs of pressing sweet to keep structure in balance. Alison also shares how a Baton Rouge upbringing and a career in wine sales led her to **Geisenheim** in Germany, European cellar work, and ultimately Napa. She explains the German technique of *Maischestandzeit* for aromatic whites, her evolving approach to Sauvignon Blanc at Silverado (skin contact, neutral barrel ferment, and textural focus), and how she thinks about acid, phenolics, and oak as part of a single matrix. The conversation ranges across Silverado's portfolio—from estate Cabernet blending **Stags Leap and Coombsville**, to Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Kerner, and old-vine Chardonnay—before closing on the smells of her Louisiana childhood, Napa's collaborative winemaking culture, and why she's still betting on Riesling's long-overdue comeback. Resources from this Episode Silverado Vineyards   This podcast is sponsored by InnoVint. Wineries of all sizes rely on InnoVint's winery operating system to optimize vineyard tracking, manage wine production processes, automate compliance reporting, track costs seamlessly, and make data-driven decisions. The best part? The software is intuitive, easy to use, and mobile and offline friendly! And with the highest-rated customer service in the industry, you're guaranteed to have a smooth transition, even right before harvest. Learn more: innovint.us Get a demo: innovint.us/request-a-demo/ Join our free winemaking community: innovint.us/join-the-punchdown/   Check out the Fundamentals of Winemaking Made Easy video course  

Can a $25 Napa red really deliver a premium wine experience?This week on Stop Wasting Your Wine, we're heading from Ghost Block to its sister label, Elizabeth Rose, to find out. In the glass is the 2023 Chockablock Red Blend, a Napa Valley blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Malbec that surprised us from the very first sip.What started as a savory, herbal, and unexpectedly salty wine transformed dramatically as it opened up, revealing layers of dark fruit, oak spice, vanilla, and structure. Along the way, we explore why winemakers blend grapes in the first place, how small percentages of Merlot and Malbec can completely change a wine's personality, and why some of the world's greatest wines are blends rather than single varietal bottlings.In this episode, we discuss:• Why this wine tastes so different from a typical Napa Cabernet• The role of blending in creating balance and complexity• How decanting completely changed our experience with this bottle• Whether a $20 to $25 Napa blend can compete with wines costing far more• Why this might be a bottle worth buying by the case and aging for yearsPlus, a Pick Your Poison scenario that puts your wine pronunciation skills and your relationship with your boss to the ultimate test.Wine Featured:2023 Elizabeth Rose Chockablock Red Blend75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 10% MalbecNapa Valley, CaliforniaSupport the show and help keep the wine flowing!Buy us a glass!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/cheers3⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you!Stop Wasting Your Wine on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stop Wasting Your Wine on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StopWastingYourWine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠00:00 Cold Open and Intro00:50 Meet the Chockablock Blend03:00 First Sip Impressions04:58 Aromas, Herbs, and Salinity08:40 The Mystery Flavor Everyone Notices15:53 Wine Drop: Why Winemakers Create Blends22:58 Final Reviews After an Hour of Air30:20 Pick Your Poison: Correct the Boss?35:24 Next Week's Wine Preview

DEFENDANT: Bruce EVIDENCE: Jaws Amity Island Red Blend SCENE OF THE CRIME: A Beach Near You -- Hey friend — welcome to the season finale of True Crimes Against Wine, where we drank a Jaws-labeled Napa red and then took a deep dive into sharks, sea-snail sex, and why Spielberg's technical failures made cinema history. We're sipping a 55% Petit Syrah blend with Merlot, Cabernet and a cheeky 5% Aligoté (yes, Aligoté!), talking oak and cinnamon, and wondering whether the grape's fruit-forward nose would match the surprisingly soft, dry sip. We reminisce about our first Jaws experiences, dissect the iconic two-note theme (you know the one), and praise the film's suspenseful genius born from broken mechanical sharks. There are quiz rounds, outfit descriptions (I'm the poodle in a fur coat — clearly), and a whole lot of drunk rambling about bull sharks, the USS Indianapolis, friendship foam, and sea-creature mating rituals that somehow led us to discuss third nipples and the best mid-'70s blazers. Classic season finale energy. If you love movie lore, bad-but-fun wine labels, and unfiltered sidebar chaos, this episode is a salty, sunburned treat. Grab something chilled (or cellar-temp) and come hang — we'll keep the people's court, the sidebar nonsense, and maybe even a special summer surprise if we remember. Until then: stay in the shallow end, cheers, and happy summer.

                                                                                                                                           Ferrari-Carano Sonoma County Merlot In this episode, Rob and Scott revisit an old friend in the Ferrari-Carano Sonoma County Merlot.  Will the friendship be rekindled, or will they find their "old friend" has taken a turn for the worse?  We shall see... on The Wine Vault.

What happens when a Master Sommelier mistakes an Australian Merlot for Bordeaux?In this episode of Got Somme, Carlos Santos goes deep into a blind wine tasting challenge packed with blackcurrant, oak spice, massive confidence… and a few dramatic turns along the way.From “this is definitely Bordeaux” to correctly calling the grape, alcohol, and vintage, this blind tasting proves just how deceptive great wine can be. Expect chaos, elite palate breakdowns, wine education, and plenty of laughs as Carlos works through every clue in the glass.If you've ever wanted to understand how sommeliers actually taste wine blind, this episode is for you.Bottle: 2023 Summerfield Wines Merlothttps://summerfieldwines.com.au/shop/merlot-2016/Glassware used: RIEDEL Use code: GOTSOMME at check out for 25% off!https://www.riedel.com/en-au/In This EpisodeHow sommeliers analyse wine blindBreaking down tannins, alcohol, acidity, and oakWhy Merlot can taste like BordeauxThe difference between Old World vs New World wine stylesBlind tasting pressure and deductionSummerfield Wines surprising a Master SommelierBlackcurrant, Ribena, spice, oak, and structure explained“Can confirm it's not Chardonnay.”“There's definitely engineered oak.”“Merlot from Bordeaux… some sort of Bordeaux AOC.”“You got the vintage, alcohol, and grape variety right.”“We're gonna f*** the box. Gotta grab the grape.”Blind wine tasting, Master Sommelier, Merlot tasting, Bordeaux vs Australian wine, wine podcast Australia, GOT SOMME podcast, Carlos Santos, blind tasting challenge, wine education, Merlot vs Bordeaux, wine tasting notes, best wine podcasts, wine expert reacts, sommelier challenge, Australian Merlot, Summerfield Wines

If you're studying for the WSET Diploma D3 exam, or you simply want to deepen your understanding of one of the world's most iconic wine regions, this episode is your essential listen. Janina takes you on a deep dive into Bordeaux, delivering everything you need to know in an engaging, audio flashcard format. She asks the questions, you pause and think (or just absorb it all), and by the end you'll have a solid command of everything from the rivers that shape the region to the soils beneath the vines. By the end of this episode, you'll be able to confidently name Bordeaux's key grape varieties and explain what each brings to a blend, describe the major appellations on both the Left Bank and Right Bank, understand how climate, vintage variation, and soil type influence wine style, and walk through the winemaking decisions -from vineyard to bottle - that define great Bordeaux. Whether you're revising for an exam or just want to sound impressively knowledgeable at your next dinner party, this one's for you.  

DIMANCHE 10 MAI 2026Philippe Feitussi - Domaine Alauda (Val de Loire)Basé à Mouzillon, Vallet, Gorges et Clisson, le Domaine Alauda révèle les terroirs du Muscadet à travers ses vieilles vignes de Melon de Bourgogne. Créé par Philippe Feitussi avec Géraldine Tridon et Jo Pithon, le domaine pratique une viticulture biologique et en conversion biodynamique. Les visiteurs peuvent découvrir le vignoble et déguster les vins sur rendez-vous, pour une immersion au cœur d'un domaine familial et engagé.Sylvie Milhard - Château Vieux Mougnac (Bordeaux)Au cœur du Grand Saint-Émilionnais, le Château Vieux Mougnac s'étend sur 10 ha de vignes, cultivées par la famille Milhard depuis 5 générations. Pratiquant la viticulture biologique depuis 2012, le domaine élabore des vins authentiques et élégants issus de Merlot, Cabernet Franc et Sémillon. Il propose visites, dégustations et hébergements pour une immersion complète au cœur de son univers viticole et naturel.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Sal de la Cruz from Ludor Wines joins Dan Berger and Daedalus Howell in the studio on California Wine Country today. This is the first time on the show for Sal and for the winery. All of the wines that Sal has brought come from the Weiler vineyard in the Sonoma Valley AVA. They begin by tasting a red wine blend called Yuma, named after their beloved nine-year-old dog, who is on the label. It’s a very casual wine, delicious and fruity. Dan says that this is the modern era of red wine. “Drink it soon,” but it is authentic to the fruit. It is similar to Beaujolais but with better grapes. The Merlot character is right up front, and it has beautiful other nuances of black fruit. It is in a clear bottle. They wanted to show the color and break the boundaries of a traditionally dark glass. Since it isn’t meant for long aging, the clear glass is fine. It was just bottled three months ago. This is a great picnic wine, declares Daedalus. It got no wood, all made in stainless steel and unfiltered. “It feels like the French countryside,” says Daedalus and Dan agrees. The Ludor Wines 2024 Merlot Next they taste the 2024 Merlot. “This is serious stuff,” says Dan. Their vineyard has two kinds of soil, a clay loam and a sandy rocky soil. They planted it in the mid-’90s and they have been farming it for the last 25 years. Sal has been working there since he was a kid. They know the land very well. Sal says they do all the touches on all of their wines, meaning they farm it, they make it and they bottle it. Then they try to educate people about it. The name Ludor comes from his mother’s great grandmother. The family has a history in farming, mostly corn, beans and squash. (Those are the “three sisters” of native American agriculture.) ***** 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!  ***** The Ludor Wines 2024 Cabernet Sauvignon The next wine to taste is a 2024 Cabernet Sauvignon from the same property, the Weiler vineyard in the Sonoma Valley AVA. The vineyard is on the valley floor. It spent about 17 months in French oak before bottling. Dan says you can tell it was made classically and will age well. He suggests leaving a wine open for a few hours and if it improves, that means it will also improve with some years in the bottle. Five more years would be great for this wine but at least you should aerate it with a decanter. Cabernet Sauvignon is quite tannic so have a steak or something with it. About 30 years ago Napa and Sonoma wineries would release Cabernets for sale when they were roughly four and a half years old. Before tasting the fourth wine today, at minute 16, listen to Daedalus riff on the Yuma wine, for 20 seconds it’s a brainstorm the captures and expresses that wine’s character with just words. The Ludor Wines 2024 Cabernet Franc Sal explains how they pay careful attention to the ripening of this wine. They have to sacrifice some grapes, since a big crop load doesn’t produce the ripening that they want. It responds to air faster than Cabernet Sauvignon.  

Relentless in her pursuits would be an understatement because Kerrin Laz is a force of nature.  Kerrin is the type of person the wine trade needs...now. She is chock full of energy, a plethora of ideas, and a cavalcade of pathways to get there. She will be on the show again; there were too many subjects we never discussed. Sitting down with Kerrin Laz was like flipping open a well-loved journal and discovering a handful of stories you'd forgotten you needed to hear. There's a warmth to the East Coast energy she carries with her, this tenacity blended with familiarity—sort of like sipping an old-vine Zinfandel that carries the sun of California but has the grit of Long Island soil. Right out of the gate, Karen Laz reminded me of those early, stumbling steps we all take in our careers. She grew up in New York, knew Dean & DeLuca as an iconic place—couldn't resist popping in for a cup of coffee, even though her resume, as she freely admits, "had, like, nothing on it" 00:06. When asked if she preferred food or wine, she just sort of shrugged and said, "Wine, I guess." That honest uncertainty? I find that refreshing. Most people will fabricate a grand narrative about their calling, but Karen Laz is humble enough to admit a little serendipity goes a long way. But don't let that humility fool you. Ten years leading her own wine collection, a knack for knowing what guests want before they do, and the rare ability to forge real partnerships with wineries—she's seriously dialed in. I marveled when she described how growing up on Long Island, she watched potato fields transform into vineyards. The region's rise in agro-tourism stuck with me—how people from the city pour into the North Fork and don't think twice about whether the wines are international gold medalists. "It brings excitement," she told me 06:14, "it gets people interested." Sometimes, wine is about adventure—stomping out to a farmstand, finding a bright Merlot, or realizing, incredulously, that some Long Island wineries still only ship within New York 03:46. One thing I picked up fast: Karen Laz is obsessed with the guest experience. She's made it her mission to create truly tailored wine tastings—her team asks questions, customizes lineups, brings in wines that excite her personally, not just what's expected. She has that gift for bringing nervous new tasters right into the fold, making them feel like collectors before they've even bought a bottle 09:01. As someone who's spent decades trying to match people with the right glass, I recognize how rare that skill is. Of course, we dove deep into wine business nitty-gritty as only two veterans can: the hotel rates in Napa these days, how the pandemic shifted staff and guest expectations, and the ever-higher bar for making the DTC wine game work. We commiserated about the "innovation" that nobody wants—wine in pouches, anyone?—and agreed that the future of our trade lies in experience, not just packaging 25:03. But the heart of our conversation came when Karen Laz opened up about her philanthropic work—her mother's Alzheimer's journey and the creation of Inspire Napa Valley 42:57. Her passion for making a difference was palpable. She's raised over $9 million, funneling funds directly into research and care, not just awareness. This is what happens when someone, out of necessity and love, channels their professional success into something bigger than profit. In the end, it all circles back—relationships, authenticity, and a willingness to roll up your sleeves for guests, friends, and causes that matter. That's what the wine business should be, and Karen Laz is living proof. Sitting with her, I was reminded that sometimes the best bottles are poured at a table where the stories matter as much as the juice in the glass.   https://youtu.be/c8cKLJSU2M8    

Two school shootings. Two sets of parents. And a justice system drawing a new line in the sand. From the tragedy at Oxford High School involving Jennifer Crumbley and James Crumbley… to the deadly events at Apalachee High School and the conviction of Colin Gray—a pattern emerges that can't be ignored. Warning signs. Access to weapons. Missed opportunities to intervene. In both cases, prosecutors didn't just focus on the shooters—they went after the parents. The result? Landmark convictions that are redefining parental responsibility, criminal negligence, and gun access in America. Greg Lawson joins me to discuss the chilling similarities, key differences, and the legal precedent that could change how future tragedies are prosecuted. When does responsibility begin—and how far does it go? 3 Gorillas Podcast-https://www.threegorillaspodcast.com/ Website-http://www.theparanormaldetective.com/ Sins of the Parents with Greg Lawson - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot Check out the merch, blog, buy the book, and so much more! mysteriesmayhemandmerlot.net WHERE'S WINNIE! - https://linktr.ee/WinnieSchrader Check out Winnie's Linktree for everything Winnie! From merch for Paranormal 60, Love+Lotus Tarot & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot to digital designs with WS Media & more! IF YOU NEED HELP, PLEASE CONTACT Call or Text to 988 Chat online at https://988lifeline.org/ PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW Visit Minnesota's premier haunted hotel, The Palmer House  https://www.thepalmerhousehotel.com/ Follow all the events and updates at The Palmer House on FACEBOOK- https://bit.ly/PalmerHouseFacebook PLEASE RATE & REVIEW MYSTERIES, MAYHEM & MERLOT PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wines We're Drinking 2021 Ortega Family Wines Carneros Pinot Blanc, Napa Valley. 100% Pinot Blanc sourced from the Carneros appellation. Tasting notes: stone fruit, lemongrass, and a bright tart lime finish. A food-friendly white with great acidity that shines on a hot day, especially alongside spicy food or cheese. Available at OrtegaWines.com. Listener discount available through April 30th. Mention Wine and Chisme when you order. Episode Description: Six years in the making, mi gente, and this one was worth every single second of the wait. Jessica sits down with Jesus Ortega Jr., owner and winemaker of Ortega Family Wines, for a conversation that is equal parts history, heart, and honesty. Born and raised in the vineyards of Yountville, Napa Valley, Jesus is the son of immigrants who came to California through the Bracero program in 1964. His family has worked the land for three generations. Now, Jesus is doing something none of them did before him: he owns the brand. In this episode, Jessica sips on the 2021 Carneros Pinot Blanc while Jesus shares the full journey, from a kid who didn't want to pick up pruned canes in the rain, to a self-taught winemaker who runs his own label out of the very vineyards where he grew up. He talks about the winemaker who took a chance on him, the harvest party that changed everything, surviving COVID as a brand-new label, and why his philosophy is simply: farmer first, winemaker second. They also get into the current state of wine consumption among younger generations, what makes small producers different from mass producers, the comeback of Merlot (gracias a Dios), California Malbec vs. Argentinian Malbec, and a little wine magic trick involving your dominant nostril that you will absolutely use at your next dinner party. And yes, there is a discount situation. You have to listen for it. In This Episode: 0:00 Intro + Opening Toast: 2021 Carneros Pinot Blanc 3:30 Reading Jesus's Bio + The Bracero Program 6:00 Growing Up in the Vineyards of Yountville 9:30 The Barbecue That Started It All (and the oaky Sauvignon Blanc) 12:00 Getting Sent Home for Chewing Gum 14:30 From Tasting Room to Vineyard Manager 17:00 Jessica's Origin Story: Strawberry Hill at a Quinceanera 20:00 "We Not Only Work the Land, We Own the Brand" 22:00 Wine as a Story in a Bottle 25:00 Launching the Latiné Wine Brand Directory 30:00 Deciding to Start Ortega Family Wines in 2020 33:00 Getting COVID as a Brand-New Winemaker 38:00 How His Sense of Smell Came Back Stronger 41:00 Farmer First, Winemaker Second 44:00 The Accidental Syrah-Malbec Blend 46:00 From Harvest to Bottle: The Winemaking Process Explained 50:00 Current Lineup: Pinot Blanc, Cabs, Malbec, and More 53:00 Starting Wine: Pinot Noir and Why Merlot Is Making a Comeback 58:00 The Sideways Effect on Merlot 1:00:00 The Younger Generation and Wine Consumption 1:03:00 Why Small Producers Are Different 1:06:00 The Dominant Nostril Wine Trick 1:10:00 What's Coming Next from Ortega Family Wines (a 2022 Malbec!) 1:14:00 Listener Discount + How to Order Connect with Ortega Family Wines: Website: OrtegaWines.com Instagram: @ortega_family_wines Wine Club, Private Tastings, and Winemaker Dinners available via the website Connect with Wine and Chisme: Latiné Wine Brand Directory: thewineandchismepodcast.com Instagram | TikTok | Threads | YouTube: @wineandchisme

In this week's episode, Kayla and Taylor discuss Nathaniel Hawthorne's 1850 novel The Scarlet Letter. Topics include delicious recipes, listening to the “modern reader” edition, was Nathaniel Hawthorne a woman in disguise?, Hawthorne's hilarious disdain for Puritans, Arthur Dimmesdale (owner of the Dimmsdale Dimmadome) and his struggles, Pearl and her uncanny understanding of the world, and the only way this story could end. Plus, we talk Oscars.This week's drink: The Scarlet Letter via Charbay DistilleryINGREDIENTS 1 ½ oz Charbay Pomegranate Vodka (or any pomegranate vodka) ½ oz Cointreau ¾ oz Red Wine Gastrique ½ oz Lemon Juice 3 dashes Scrappy's Cardamon Bitters Long Meadow Ranch Merlot Sea Salt (for rim) 1 Sprig ThymeINSTRUCTIONS:Add all ingredients into a shaker and add ice.Shake well and double strain into a cocktail glass, rimmed with the Merlot sea salt.Garnish with the sprig of thyme.To make the Red Wine Gastrique: Reduce by 1/3 a medium to heavy-bodied red wine. While still hot, stir in equal amounts of fine white sugar until dissolved. Add same amount of sherry wine vinegar so that the solution is 1:1:1 and mix. Let cool and keep in fridge.Current/recommended reads, links, etc.:The Saffron Tales: Recipes from the Persian Kitchen by Yasmin KhanFollow us on Instagram @literatureandlibationspod.You can email us at literatureandlibationspod@gmail.com.Please leave us a review and/or rating! It really helps others find our podcast…and it makes us happy!Purchase books via bookshop.org or check them out from your local public library. Join us next time as we read The White Octopus Hotel by Alexandra Bell

The death of Vince Foster is one of the most controversial and debated cases in modern political history. Official reports ruled SELF-inflicted—but decades later, questions still surround what really happened inside the Bill Clinton White House. Was this simply a personal tragedy… or something far worse? With connections to Monica Lewinsky, Linda Tripp, and a growing web of political tension, some believe Vince Foster may have known sensitive information that never reached the public. From eyewitness inconsistencies to allegations of mishandled evidence, this case has fueled decades of speculation. And for some, the questions don't stop in the 1990s—raising theories about powerful networks and whether threads from this case could connect to figures like Jeffrey Epstein and the broader world of elite secrecy. What did Vince Foster know? Was everything truly investigated—or carefully controlled? Special Guests: John Clarke & Hugh Turley https://vincefostermurder.com/ BUY the BOOK “The Murder of Vince Foster”- https://amzn.to/410IzV8 THE CLINTONS, COVER-UPS & QUESTIONS: THE VINCE FOSTER CASE - MYSTERIES, MAYHEM & MERLOT Check out the merch, blog, buy the book, and so much more! mysteriesmayhemandmerlot.net WHERE'S WINNIE! - https://linktr.ee/WinnieSchrader Check out Winnie's Linktree for everything Winnie! From merch for Paranormal 60, Love+Lotus Tarot & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot to digital designs with WS Media & more! IF YOU NEED HELP, PLEASE CONTACT Call or Text to 988 Chat online at https://988lifeline.org/ PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW Love & Lotus Tarot with Winnie Schrader - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://lovelotustarot.com/⁠ Visit Minnesota's premiere haunted hotel, The Palmer House  Follow all the events and updates at The Palmer House on FACEBOOK- https://bit.ly/PalmerHouseFacebook PLEASE RATE & REVIEW MYSTERIES, MAYHEM & MERLOT PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN #VinceFoster #ClintonScandal #WhiteHouseSecrets #PoliticalConspiracy #TrueCrimePodcast #UnsolvedMystery #GovernmentCoverUp #MonicaLewinsky #LindaTripp #FortMarcyPark #PoliticalCorruption #1990sScandal #EpsteinFiles #JeffreyEpstein #ElitePower #HiddenTruth #ConspiracyTheories #TrueCrimeCommunity #DeepDive #Mystery   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bill Frost (BillFrost.tv, BillFrost.substack.com, X96 Radio From Hell), Tommy Milagro (SlamWrestling.net), and special guest Melissa Merlot (TV Tan Reality Correspondent) talk Secret Lives of Mormon Wives / Bachelorette / Taylor Frankie Paul drama, Betrayed: Secrets & Lies, Daredevil: Born Again, The Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special, Pretty Lethal, Anaconda, Love Overboard, Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice, For All Mankind, Dangerous Animals, another Duggar diddler, Rasslin' News, Duck Dynasty 2.0, The Beauty, The Last Thing He Told Me, Tyler Perry's Beauty in Black, All Her Fault, The Chair Company, Neighbors, Invincible, Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, Shrinking, The Boys, Rooster, Color Theories by Julio Torres, and more.Drinking: Sir-Veza Mexican Lager from OFFICIAL TV Tan sponsor Bohemian Brewery.Yell at us (or order a TV Tan T-shirt) @TVTanPodcast on Threads, Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, or Gmail.Rate us and comment: Substack, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, YouTube, Amazon Podcasts, Audible, TuneIn Radio, etc. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tvtanpodcast.substack.com

What if the end of the world isn't something we're waiting for… but something being set in motion? In this chilling episode, we explore disturbing claims that some leaders may be viewing modern conflict—especially tensions with Iran, ancient Persia—not just as war, but as prophecy unfolding in real time. If belief begins to shape policy, where does that leave the rest of us? Joining us is Chris Bennett, a globally recognized author and researcher who has spent over three decades investigating the role of cannabis in ancient spirituality, religion, and sacred ritual. From Green Gold the Tree of Life to Cannabis: Lost Sacrament of the Ancient World, Bennett's work bridges mysticism, scripture, and history, with features in major outlets like the BBC, The Guardian, and The Washington Post. But his research goes deeper—into the dangerous intersection of Biblical prophecy and modern geopolitics. Bennett warns of a critical shift: when people stop interpreting prophecy… and start trying to fulfill it. Because when prophecy becomes policy, war is no longer avoidable— It becomes inevitable. Is Armageddon just a warning… or are we already walking into it? Check out all of Chris Bennett's books- https://amzn.to/4bpsApw Chris's Substack- https://substack.com/@chrisbennett420 Armageddon by Design with Chris Bennett - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot #TrueCrimePodcast #EndTimes #BiblicalProphecy #Geopolitics #IranConflict #AncientPersia #Spirituality #ChrisBennett #Occult #ReligionAndWar Check out the merch, blog, buy the book, and so much more! mysteriesmayhemandmerlot.net WHERE'S WINNIE! - https://linktr.ee/WinnieSchrader Check out Winnie's Linktree for everything Winnie! From merch for Paranormal 60, Love+Lotus Tarot & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot to digital designs with WS Media & more! IF YOU NEED HELP, PLEASE CONTACT Call or Text to 988 Chat online at https://988lifeline.org/ PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW Love & Lotus Tarot with Winnie Schrader - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://lovelotustarot.com/⁠ Visit Minnesota's premiere haunted hotel, The Palmer House  Follow all the events and updates at The Palmer House on FACEBOOK- https://bit.ly/PalmerHouseFacebook PLEASE RATE & REVIEW MYSTERIES, MAYHEM & MERLOT PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN #EndTimes #BiblicalProphecy #Armageddon #IranConflict #Persia #Geopolitics #WorldWar3 #ProphecyVsPolicy #Apocalyptic #GlobalConflict #ReligionAndPolitics #ChrisBennett #CannabisSpirituality #AncientReligion #Occult #Mysticism #Prophecy #CurrentEvents #WarAndReligion #TrueCrimePodcast #cannabis #medicalcannabis #marajuana #THC #ProTHC   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From Epstein to Prince Albert of Monaco-Wealth & Power on immoral ground The mystery surrounding Jeffrey Epstein continues—especially when it comes to Zorro Ranch, his secluded New Mexico compound that many believe never received the scrutiny it deserved. While other Epstein properties were heavily investigated, questions remain about what may have happened at the remote ranch and why it was largely overlooked. In this episode, investigative journalist and former intelligence chief Robert Eringer joins the conversation. Having built Monaco's first intelligence service for Albert II, Prince of Monaco, Eringer witnessed firsthand how power, wealth, and influence can shield elite figures from consequences. We explore the darker side of elite networks, corruption, and the unanswered questions surrounding Epstein's empire. BUY the BOOK- https://amzn.to/4ba0nmt Robert Eringer-https://substack.com/@roberteringer The Elite Unchecked with Robert Eringer - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot Check out the merch, blog, buy the book, and so much more! mysteriesmayhemandmerlot.net WHERE'S WINNIE! - https://linktr.ee/WinnieSchrader Check out Winnie's Linktree for everything Winnie! From merch for Paranormal 60, Love+Lotus Tarot & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot to digital designs with WS Media & more! IF YOU NEED HELP, PLEASE CONTACT Call or Text to 988 Chat online at https://988lifeline.org/ PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW Love & Lotus Tarot with Winnie Schrader - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://lovelotustarot.com/⁠ Visit Minnesota's premiere haunted hotel, The Palmer House -⁠https://www.thepalmerhousehotel.com/⁠ OR Call Now and Book a Room -320-351-9100⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow all the events and updates at The Palmer House on FACEBOOK- https://bit.ly/PalmerHouseFacebook PLEASE RATE & REVIEW MYSTERIES, MAYHEM & MERLOT PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN #TrueCrime #RodFerrell #VampireCultKiller #VampireClanMurders #VampireCult #TeenKiller #TrueCrimePodcast #CultMurders #1990sCrime #FloridaMurders #EustisFlorida #WendorfMurders #DarkTrueCrime #MurderCase #TrueCrimeStory #NotoriousKillers #DeathRowCase #CrimePodcast #ERVernor #MysteriesMayhemMerlot #TrueCrimeCommunity #CultCrime #MurderMystery #TrueCrimeAddict #PodcastEpisode ️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On November 25, 1996, a brutal double murder shocked the nation and introduced the world to Rod Ferrell, the teenage leader of a so-called vampire cult.  In this episode of Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot, I'm joined by author E.R. Vernor to discuss the disturbing case behind Vampire Cult Killer, the murders of Richard and Ruth Wendorf, and the dark mythology surrounding the infamous Vampire Clan. We explore the crime, the media frenzy, and the truth behind one of the most bizarre true crime cases of the 1990s. BUY the BOOK-https://amzn.to/4bwd1fG Follow Eric on Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/CorvisNocturnum The Vampire Murders: Cult Crazy with Eric Vernor - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot Check out the merch, blog, buy the book, and so much more! mysteriesmayhemandmerlot.net WHERE'S WINNIE! - https://linktr.ee/WinnieSchrader Check out Winnie's Linktree for everything Winnie! From merch for Paranormal 60, Love+Lotus Tarot & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot to digital designs with WS Media & more! IF YOU NEED HELP, PLEASE CONTACT Call or Text to 988 Chat online at https://988lifeline.org/ PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW Love & Lotus Tarot with Winnie Schrader - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://lovelotustarot.com/⁠ Visit Minnesota's premiere haunted hotel, The Palmer House -⁠https://www.thepalmerhousehotel.com/⁠ OR Call Now and Book a Room -320-351-9100⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out the “WHAT IF? Between Worlds” Event March 12-14 2026 https://www.thepalmerhousehotel.com/event-calendar/ LIMITED TICKETS & ROOMS STILL AVAILABLE Follow all the events and updates at The Palmer House on FACEBOOK- https://bit.ly/PalmerHouseFacebook PLEASE RATE & REVIEW MYSTERIES, MAYHEM & MERLOT PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN #TrueCrime #RodFerrell #VampireCultKiller #VampireClanMurders #VampireCult #TeenKiller #TrueCrimePodcast #CultMurders #1990sCrime #FloridaMurders #EustisFlorida #WendorfMurders #DarkTrueCrime #MurderCase #TrueCrimeStory #NotoriousKillers #DeathRowCase #CrimePodcast #ERVernor #MysteriesMayhemMerlot #TrueCrimeCommunity #CultCrime #MurderMystery #TrueCrimeAddict #PodcastEpisode ️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On November 25, 1996, a brutal double murder shocked the nation and introduced the world to Rod Ferrell, the teenage leader of a so-called vampire cult.  In this episode of Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot, I'm joined by author E.R. Vernor to discuss the disturbing case behind Vampire Cult Killer, the murders of Richard and Ruth Wendorf, and the dark mythology surrounding the infamous Vampire Clan. We explore the crime, the media frenzy, and the truth behind one of the most bizarre true crime cases of the 1990s. BUY the BOOK-https://amzn.to/4bwd1fG Follow Eric on Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/CorvisNocturnum The Vampire Murders: Cult Crazy with Eric Vernor - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot Check out the merch, blog, buy the book, and so much more! mysteriesmayhemandmerlot.net WHERE'S WINNIE! - https://linktr.ee/WinnieSchrader Check out Winnie's Linktree for everything Winnie! From merch for Paranormal 60, Love+Lotus Tarot & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot to digital designs with WS Media & more! IF YOU NEED HELP, PLEASE CONTACT Call or Text to 988 Chat online at https://988lifeline.org/ PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW Love & Lotus Tarot with Winnie Schrader - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://lovelotustarot.com/⁠ Visit Minnesota's premiere haunted hotel, The Palmer House -⁠https://www.thepalmerhousehotel.com/⁠ OR Call Now and Book a Room -320-351-9100⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow all the events and updates at The Palmer House on FACEBOOK- https://bit.ly/PalmerHouseFacebook Check out the “WHAT IF? Between Worlds” Event March 12-14 2026https://www.thepalmerhousehotel.com/event-calendar/LIMITED TICKETS & ROOMS STILL AVAILABLE PLEASE RATE & REVIEW MYSTERIES, MAYHEM & MERLOT PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN #TrueCrime #RodFerrell #VampireCultKiller #VampireClanMurders #VampireCult #TeenKiller #TrueCrimePodcast #CultMurders #1990sCrime #FloridaMurders #EustisFlorida #WendorfMurders #DarkTrueCrime #MurderCase #TrueCrimeStory #NotoriousKillers #DeathRowCase #CrimePodcast #ERVernor #MysteriesMayhemMerlot #TrueCrimeCommunity #CultCrime #MurderMystery #TrueCrimeAddict #PodcastEpisode

During Prohibition, America's thirst for alcohol fueled a violent underground empire. In this episode, we uncover the ruthless gangsters who built bootlegging operations, bribed officials, and turned illegal liquor into a deadly business. From speakeasies to shootouts, discover how organized crime, murder, and corruption thrived in the shadows of the 1920s. Police Officer and Medium, Scott Davis joins us to discuss the ugly underbelly of organized crime from our past and brings it to the present with some vindictive crimes  Find Scott Davis anywhere right here- https://scottythemedium.com/ Booze, Bullets & Bootleggin with Scott Davis - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot Check out the merch, blog, buy the book, and so much more! mysteriesmayhemandmerlot.net WHERE'S WINNIE! - https://linktr.ee/WinnieSchrader Check out Winnie's Linktree for everything Winnie! From merch for Paranormal 60, Love+Lotus Tarot & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot to digital designs with WS Media & more! IF YOU NEED HELP, PLEASE CONTACT Call or Text to 988 Chat online at https://988lifeline.org/ PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW Love & Lotus Tarot with Winnie Schrader - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://lovelotustarot.com/⁠ Visit Minnesota's premiere haunted hotel, The Palmer House -⁠https://www.thepalmerhousehotel.com/⁠ OR Call Now and Book a Room -320-351-9100⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow all the events and updates at The Palmer House on FACEBOOK- https://bit.ly/PalmerHouseFacebook Check out the “WHAT IF? Between Worlds” Event March 12-14 2026⁠https://www.thepalmerhousehotel.com/event-calendar/⁠LIMITED TICKETS & ROOMS STILL AVAILABLE PLEASE RATE & REVIEW MYSTERIES, MAYHEM & MERLOT PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN #TrueCrime #Prohibition #Bootleggers #OrganizedCrime #1920sCrime #Gangsters #Speakeasy #CrimeHistory #Murder #MobHistory #Moonshine #UndergroundEmpire #TrueCrimePodcast #AmericanHistory #CrimeStories#ProhibitionEra #RumRunners #IllegalLiquor #BootleggingRing #CrimePodcast #HistoricalCrime #Mobsters #Gangland #MafiaHistory #RoaringTwenties #1920sHistory #CrimeDocumentary #OutlawHistory #CriminalUnderworld #VintageCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful Black History Month special, we examine the life, murder, and lasting legacy of Emmett Till — the 14-year-old whose brutal killing in 1955 became a catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement. From Chicago to Mississippi, and through the historic trial that shocked the nation, we explore how a mother's courage forced America to confront racial injustice.  This episode connects Emmett Till's story to today's fight against racism, hatred, and systemic injustice. His name still matters. His story still warns us. And history still demands we pay attention. EMMETT TILL: The Cost of Hate in America - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot Check out the merch, blog, buy the book, and so much more! mysteriesmayhemandmerlot.net WHERE'S WINNIE! - https://linktr.ee/WinnieSchrader Check out Winnie's Linktree for everything Winnie! From merch for Paranormal 60, Love+Lotus Tarot & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot to digital designs with WS Media & more! IF YOU NEED HELP, PLEASE CONTACT Call or Text to 988 Chat online at https://988lifeline.org/ PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW Love & Lotus Tarot with Winnie Schrader - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://lovelotustarot.com/⁠ Visit Minnesota's premiere haunted hotel, The Palmer House -⁠https://www.thepalmerhousehotel.com/⁠ OR Call Now and Book a Room -320-351-9100⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow all the events and updates at The Palmer House on FACEBOOK- https://bit.ly/PalmerHouseFacebook PLEASE RATE & REVIEW MYSTERIES, MAYHEM & MERLOT PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN #EmmettTill #BlackHistoryMonth #CivilRightsMovement #SayHisName #NeverForget #RacialJustice #SocialJustice #JimCrow #AmericanHistory #TrueCrimeHistory #MamieTillMobley #AntiLynching #JusticeDelayed #MinneapolisPodcast #Minnesota #HistoryMatters #EndHate #CivilRightsLegacy Emmett Till, Black History Month, Civil Rights Movement, racial injustice, Jim Crow South, 1955 murder, Mamie Till-Mobley, Emmett Till trial, Carolyn Bryant, Roy Bryant, J.W. Milam, Tallahatchie River, open casket funeral, anti-lynching law, Emmett Till Antilynching Act, social justice podcast, Minneapolis, Minnesota, American history, civil rights legacy, systemic racism, racial violence, true crime history Check out the “WHAT IF? Between Worlds” Event March 12-14 2026https://www.thepalmerhousehotel.com/event-calendar/LIMITED TICKETS & ROOMS STILL AVAILABLE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GSM sounds like a cool stage name@Bodegacorazondelsol @gamble_estates @whitehalllane @donmelchorwine #wine #napavalleywine #podcast #radioshow #hostCo hosts : Good ol Boy Harmeet, Good ol Boy Justin, Made Man Maury, Made Man BobSIPS – Join us for a delightful exploration of some remarkable wines from Napa Valley and Mendoza, Argentina. In this episode, we'll be tasting and rating an impressive lineup. Our hosts dive into the unique characteristics of each wine, sharing their tasting notes, food pairings, and a healthy dose of humor along the way. Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast or just starting your journey, this episode promises to be both informative and entertaining. Get ready for ratings from 1-5 with our signature SIPS sounds!4:46 Gamble Estates Yountville Sauvignon Blanc 20244 SIPS11:11 Corazon del Sol Luminoso GSM Blend 2022 Mendoza Argentina3 SIPS17:17 Whitehall Lane Napa Valley Merlot 20213 SIPS23:52 Revana Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2021 4 SIPS29:56 Revana Estate Cabernet Sauvignon St Helena 20214 SIPS33:19 Don Melchor Puente Alto Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 20215 SIPSinfo@sipssudsandsmokes.comX- @sipssudssmokes IG/FB/Bluesky - @sipssudsandsmokesSips, Suds, & Smokes® is produced by One Tan Hand Productions using the power of beer, whiskey, and golf. Available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, iHeart, and nearly anywhere you can find a podcast.Enjoying that cool Outro Music, it's from Woods & Whitehead – Back RoadsDownload your copy here:https://amzn.to/2XblorcThe easiest way to find this award winning podcast on your phone is ask Alexa, Siri or Google, “Play Podcast , Sips, Suds, & Smokes” Credits:TITLE: Maxwell Swing / FlapperjackPERFORMED BY: Texas GypsiesCOMPOSED BY: Steven R Curry (BMI)PUBLISHED BY: Alliance AudioSparx (BMI)COURTESY OF: AudioSparxTITLE: Back RoadsPERFORMED BY: Woods & WhiteheadCOMPOSED BY: Terry Whitehead & Jeff WoodsPUBLISHED BY: Terry WhiteheadCOURTESY OF: Terry Whitehead & Jeff WoodsPost production services : Pro Podcast SolutionsAdvertising sales: Contact us directlyContent hosting services: Talk Media Network, Audioport, Earshot, Radio4All, & PodBeanProducer: Made Man BobExecutive Producer: Good ol Boy MikeWine Tasting, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Gsm Blend, Napa Valley Wines, Mendoza Wines, Wine Ratings, Merlot, Wine Reviews, Wine And Food Pairing, Wine Education, Wine Enthusiasts, Don Melchor, Wine Production, Vineyard History, Tasting Notes, Wine Cellar, Wine Appreciation, Fine Wines, Wine Podcast

When a convicted double murderer raises over $70,000 on GoFundMe, the story becomes bigger than the crime. In this episode, we examine the case of Wade Wilson, the so-called “Deadpool Killer,” whose viral mugshot sparked obsession, donations, and the rise of the “Wade Wives”—while the two women he murdered were pushed aside. Through this episode, we explore the psychology behind funding a killer, the role of social media in glamorizing violence, and how true crime culture can blur the line between accountability and obsession. Watch Handsome Devil, Charming Killer on Paramount + on Prime-https://amzn.to/4aiNDrZ Handsome Devil: Charming Killer - The Thirst Trap, Wade Wilson Check out the merch, blog, buy the book, and so much more! mysteriesmayhemandmerlot.net WHERE'S WINNIE! - https://linktr.ee/WinnieSchrader Check out Winnie's Linktree for everything Winnie! From merch for Paranormal 60, Love+Lotus Tarot & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot to digital designs with WS Media & more! IF YOU NEED HELP, PLEASE CONTACT Call or Text to 988 Chat online at https://988lifeline.org/ PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW Love & Lotus Tarot with Winnie Schrader - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://lovelotustarot.com/⁠ Visit Minnesota's premiere haunted hotel, The Palmer House -⁠https://www.thepalmerhousehotel.com/⁠ OR Call Now and Book a Room -320-351-9100⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow all the events and updates at The Palmer House on FACEBOOK- https://bit.ly/PalmerHouseFacebook PLEASE RATE & REVIEW MYSTERIES, MAYHEM & MERLOT PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN #WadeWilson #DeadpoolKiller #TrueCrimePodcast #TrueCrimeCommunity #GoFundMeControversy #ViralMugshot #Hybristophilia #WadeWives #CrimeCulture #CriminalFandom #MurderAndMedia #TrueCrimeInterview #VictimsMatter #InternetObsession #DarkPsychology #CrimeAnalysis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crazy story.  Walter Georis wrote the soundtrack to the iconic surf film, The Endless Summer. With desires to make it big in music, the soundtrack would be their swan song in show business. What happens after, is shear career poetry. I have to tell you that sitting down with Walter Georis was the kind of podcast taping that makes me glad I do this show. There's something about a man whose life story connects surf music, fine dining, art, and wine that just puts a smile on your face—especially when he unspools it with such humble, matter-of-fact wisdom. Now, I didn't know much about Walter Georis before a friend tipped me off. I got an email out of the blue—one of those you almost skip past in your inbox. My friend, who I used to surf with in Palos Verdes, had been up late thinking about "The Endless Summer." He does a quick search, and boom—finds out that the guy who wrote the music for that iconic film now owns a winery up in Carmel Valley. He tells me, "Paul, you've got to talk to this guy!" And, boy, am I glad I did. From the start, Walter Georis came off with a grounded, European sensibility—someone raised on the value of seasons, making things from scratch, and, most importantly, letting nature express itself. I loved his opening line: "I don't do anything to the wine to manipulate it…" For him, a vintage is a vintage, and that's the story in the bottle. As someone who's spent a lifetime talking with both big-shot and backyard winemakers, this kind of honesty always jumps out at me. What floored me about Walter Georis was the stories. Here's a Belgian kid, can hardly swim, never surfed, but ends up shaping the sound of California's surf music scene in the sixties! He and his buddies, playing in garages and school gyms, end up composing for "The Endless Summer"—and not by luck, but because they show up, put in the hours, and play for the right parties (and some of the right glassers, too—if you know, you know). And, this is the kicker—he does all this as a French speaker, blending right in with the "stoked, it's a trip" Southern California crowd. But Walter Georis's life isn't about hanging onto some faded record label glory. He's got this restless, creative spirit. After the music, he turns to art, painting eight hours a day in Carmel, living on the cheap. He spends years finding his style, blending the abstract with the figurative—until, naturally, he finds himself in the hospitality business, opening Casanova and La Boheme Song with his family. This is what I love: the European model, building legacy, not just chasing a fast-growing, flash-in-the-pan restaurant business. And Walter Georis gets it right—places that become international, drawing in everyone from actors to race car drivers, all wanting a piece of that Carmel magic. But for me, this episode really shines when we dig into the winemaking. Walter Georis talks about honest wine—the idea that you don't mess with what the vineyard gives you. He gets animated describing the soil, the minerality, the farming, the blending. He talks of Merlot and Cabernet, about planting olive trees, raising sheep (well, until the insurance company got involved)—all these things that anchor you to the land and seasons. He reminds me that great wine isn't about ego or a label; it's about caretaking, patience, storytelling. The conversation wraps with stories of his mother giving birth during the Battle of the Bulge in a wine cellar. There's a sense that all these threads—history, survival, family, creativity—flow right into the glass he pours. A life, a terroir, an honest wine. And that, my friends, is why I do Wine Talks.     #WineTalks #WalterGeoris #PaulKalemkiarian #CarmelValley #EndlessSummer #SurfCulture #Winemaker #CaliforniaWine #MusicHistory #RestaurantLife #HonestWine #ArtAndWine #WinePodcast #BordeauxVarietals #CasanovaRestaurant #WineStories #VineyardLife #Terroir #FarmToTable #AmericanWine

A disturbing Philadelphia true crime case unfolds when Jonathan Gerlach is arrested for grave robberies at historic Mount Moriah Cemetery. What began as reports of vandalized graves escalated into shocking allegations that Gerlach removed human remains, including skulls, bones, and mummified remains.  Vince Kelien joins me to break down the Jonathan Gerlach grave robbery case, the investigation timeline, and what police uncovered in the Philadelphia area. This unsettling story explores obsession, morality, and crimes against the dead, leaving a lasting impact on families and the community. Visit Vince Kelien's site: https://urbaninvestigator.com/ Beacon TV: https://streambeacontv.com/ USE CODE URBEX10 to sign up GoFund Me to help save & restore Mount Moriah Cemetery, visit: https://bit.ly/MtMoriahGoFundMe Graves Disturbed: The Jonathan Gerlach Case with Vince Kelien - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot Check out the merch, blog, buy the book, and so much more! mysteriesmayhemandmerlot.net WHERE'S WINNIE! - https://linktr.ee/WinnieSchrader Check out Winnie's Linktree for everything Winnie! From merch for Paranormal 60, Love+Lotus Tarot & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot to digital designs with WS Media & more! Find the Paranormal 60 Podcast & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot Podcasts on Rumble Use our link & Sign Up Today! - https://rumble.com/register/Paranormal60Network IF YOU NEED HELP PLEASE CONTACT Call or Text to 988 Chat online at https://988lifeline.org/ PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW True Classic - Step into your new home for the best clothes at True Classic ⁠www.TrueClassic.com/P60⁠ Raycon Everyday Earbuds - Save up to 30% Off at ⁠www.buyraycon.com/truecrimenetwork⁠ Mint Mobile - To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to ⁠⁠⁠www.MintMobile.com/P60⁠ Cozy Earth - Begin your sleep adventure on the best bedding and sleepwear with Cozy Earth: ⁠https://cozyearth.com/⁠ use Promo Code P60 for up to 40% off savings! Love & Lotus Tarot with Winnie Schrader - ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://lovelotustarot.com/ Visit Minnesota's premiere haunted hotel, The Palmer House -https://www.thepalmerhousehotel.com/ OR Call Now and Book a Room -320-351-9100⁠⁠⁠⁠ PLEASE RATE & REVIEW MYSTERIES, MAYHEM & MERLOT PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN #TrueCrime #JonathanGerlach #PhiladelphiaCrime #GraveRobbery #CemeteryCrimes #MountMoriahCemetery #DisturbingTrueCrime #BizarreCrimes #CrimesAgainstTheDead #TrueCrimePodcast #MorbidCrime #DarkTrueCrime #CrimeInvestigation #HistoricCemetery #HorrorMeetsCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2004, the murder of a retired Los Angeles schoolteacher was “solved” in record time. A suspect was arrested within hours, charges were filed almost immediately, and a conviction soon followed. But the case's speed concealed a devastating truth—an innocent, special-needs teenager named Jimmy Kitlas was sent to prison for a crime he did not commit. Twenty years later, the case is reopened in Where Murder Lies, as investigators Burl Barer and Frank C. Girardot expose a shocking web of deception, manipulation, and investigative misconduct. What begins as a seemingly simple homicide spirals into a bizarre and dangerous criminal enterprise involving stolen gold, MDMA smuggling, and a stunning alliance between the American Mafia and the Russian Mob—one that may have defrauded the U.S. government out of billions. This episode examines wrongful conviction, tunnel vision policing, and how justice can fail when closing a case matters more than finding the truth. BUY the BOOK- https://amzn.to/49g4FYz Where Murder Lies with Burl Barer & Frank Girardot - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot  Check out the merch, blog, buy the book, and so much more! mysteriesmayhemandmerlot.net WHERE'S WINNIE! - https://linktr.ee/WinnieSchrader Check out Winnie's Linktree for everything Winnie! From merch for Paranormal 60, Love+Lotus Tarot & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot to digital designs with WS Media & more! Find the Paranormal 60 Podcast & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot Podcasts on Rumble Use our link & Sign Up Today! - https://rumble.com/register/Paranormal60Network IF YOU NEED HELP PLEASE CONTACT Call or Text to 988 Chat online at https://988lifeline.org/ PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW From Haunted to Heartwarming, come stay with us at the Palmer House Hotel! (320) 351-9100 ⁠https://www.thepalmerhousehotel.com/⁠ TalkSpace - Get $80 off your first month with Talkspace when you go to Talkspace.com/podcast and enter promo code SPACE80. True Classic - Step into your new home for the best clothes at True Classic ⁠www.TrueClassic.com/P60⁠ Raycon Everyday Earbuds - Save up to 30% Off at ⁠www.buyraycon.com/truecrimenetwork⁠ Cornbread Hemp - Save 30% off your first order at ⁠www.cornbreadhemp.com/P60⁠ and enter P60 into the coupon code Mint Mobile - To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to ⁠⁠⁠www.MintMobile.com/P60⁠ Cozy Earth - Begin your sleep adventure on the best bedding and sleepwear with Cozy Earth: ⁠https://cozyearth.com/⁠ use Promo Code P60 for up to 40% off savings! PLEASE RATE & REVIEW MYSTERIES, MAYHEM & MERLOT PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN #TrueCrime #WrongfulConviction #WhereMurderLies #JimmyKitlas #InnocentInPrison #JusticeFailed #ColdCase #Framed #PoliceMisconduct #InvestigativeJournalism #MafiaConnections #RussianMob #OrganizedCrime #CrimePodcast #TrueCrimeCommunity #Exoneration #Corruption #UnsolvedTruth #MysteriesMayhemMerlot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the debut episode of GGACP, comedian, author and talk show icon Dick Cavett drops by Gilbert's Manhattan apartment to sip Merlot and share personal memories of Groucho Marx, Johnny Carson and John Lennon, among others. Dick also talks about the time a guest dropped dead on his set (yes, it happened) AND favors Gilbert and Frank with some dead-on impersonations of his favorite obscure character actors! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices