Podcasts about Pinot blanc

It's Monday, Let's raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It's time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let's begin Exploring the Wine Glass!  Today, we're heading to one of the most fascinating and picturesque corners of the wine world: Alto Adige. Nestled in the northernmost province of Italy and flanked by the dramatic Dolomites, this region is a true meeting place of contrasts—Italian charm with Austrian roots, loamy soils supporting both classic and lesser-known varieties, and a DOC that's currently 65% white wine, despite a much different past. I recently had the pleasure of attending a webinar with Susannah Gold and Mathias Messner of Cantina Bolzen, and let me tell you, Alto Adige is more than just breathtaking views. We'll explore what makes this region so unique, from its multi-lingual culture to its high-altitude vineyards, and of course, we'll chat about some standout wines—think Kerner, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, and a beautifully crisp Pinot Blanc. So pour yourself a glass, and let's head to the crossroads of cultures, climates, and some seriously impressive winemaking.  Slainte!    Find out more about Cantina Bolzen  here Music: WINE by Kēvens Official Video Follow me on Instagram!   Follow me on Twitter! Subscribe to my YouTube channel SIGN UP FOR EXPLORING THE WINE GLASS NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES STITCHER | iTUNES | YOUTUBE | SPOTIFY | PODBEAN | AUDIBLE | BOOMPLAY Even ask your smart speaker to play Exploring the Wine Glass GIVE US A RATING AND REVIEW Thoughts or comments? Contact Lori at exploringthewineglass@gmail.com. Please support our sponsors Dracaena Wines - Our Wines + Your Moments + Great Memories Use code 'Explore' at checkout to receive 10% off your first order GET SPECIAL OFFERS FOR DRACAENA WINES

In Episode 2 of Season 2, Dr. Kenny Friedman & Rabbi Yisroel Bernath get back to basics, reviewing wines they have been drinking recently and discussing what makes them interesting.Kenny's Wines:Bodegas Vizar, Roble, 2023Chateau Les Graves de Lavaud, 2020Dalton, Galilee, Sauvignon Blanc, Fumé, 2024Clos 15, Brut Nature, Cava, NVDalton, Galilee, Alma, Deep Red, 2020R' Yisroel's Wines:J. de Villebois, Pouilly-Fumé, “Les Silex Blancs,” 2023El Orador, Rioja Alta, 2023Dalton, Pinot Gris, 2023Hajdu, Mendocino County, Pinot Blanc, 2024Recanati, Reserve, Marselan, 2019Kenny and R' Yisroel discuss genetic mutations creating white variants of red grapes, screw top wines, the impression labels make on customers, and the greater topic of "ambience" as it applies to restaurants and food, among many other topics.Support the showEmail your questions and comments to kosherwinepodcast@gmail.com

Der Frühling ist zurück und mit ihm ein bunter Blumenstrauß an köstlichen Gerichten! Aber welcher Wein passt eigentlich zu Spargel, Bärlauch und frühlingshaften Salaten? Wie finde ich die perfekte Weinbegleitung zu Gerichten mit Kräutern wie Schnittlauch, Kerbel oder Petersilie? Und welcher Wein schmeckt zu zartem Frühlingsgemüse wie Erbsen, Kohlrabi oder Rhabarber? Gemeinsam mit Ilona Scholl, Berlins charmantesten Gastgeberin und Mitbegründerin des Sterne-Restaurants „Tulus Lotrek”, erklärt Lou, welche Weine all diese Aromen richtig zur Geltung bringen. Wein der Woche: Wein-Genuss Portugieser Rosé Dieser liebliche Roséwein ist süffig, lecker und frisch fruchtig im Geschmack. Mit seiner unverwechselbaren Süße, dem Duft nach Himbeeren und Rhabarber sowie der weichen Säurestruktur passt der kräftig rote Portugieser hervorragend zu feinen Desserts und Trockenkuchen. Frage der Woche: Wie viele zugelassene Champagner-Rebsorten gibt es? „Für die Herstellung von Champagner sind offiziell acht Rebsorten zugelassen. Neben Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Arbane und Petit Meslier gehört auch Voltis dazu. Voltis ist eine PIWI-Rebsorte, die seit 2021 für die Produktion von Champagner zugelassen ist.” – Lou Genau das Richtige für Deine Weinprobe und zum Üben von Verkostungen: Das Cheers! Aromarad https://www.edeka.de/services/edeka-medien/cheers-podcast/index.jsp Lust auf den perfekten Weinmoment? Mit den Cheers! Weinplaylisten findest Du tolle Musik zu jeder Flasche Wein https://open.spotify.com/user/31umv65e2qkqtw3xamou2qwcoska 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.

Bringing Burgundy closer to you with every episode!Subscribe to my website and get full access to my scores, tasting notes, detailed write-ups on producers and much more:https://www.insideburgundy.com/register/Keep up to date with Burgundy on our Instagram: @jaspermorris.insideburgundyAnother episode with Sarah Kemp at The Wine Conversation.Jasper Morris MW, author of “Inside Burgundy” and the brilliant website www.insideburgundy.com, explores the Côte Chalonnaise. The vineyards start where the Côte d'Or ends, with the valley of the River Dheune, just south of Santenay. Its terroir is clay and limestone, but the landscape feels different, as there is no one escarpment, and the land is more wooded, creating a more varied terrain.The main grapes are Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Aligoté, but there is also a small amount of Gamay and Pinot Blanc. There are five villages, Bouzeron, Rully, Mercurey, Givry, Montagny and two sub-classes of Bourgone: Bourgogne-Côte Chalonnaise and Bourgogne-Côte de Couchois.Bouzeron has plenty of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay on its east-facing slope, but on its west-facing slope you find Aligoté – as Jasper explains, “Aligoté has been Bouzeron's calling card,” and in 1998 they decided to create an appellation just for Bourzeron and Aligoté. It most renowned producers are Domaine A&P de Villaine, Maison Chanzy and Domaine Champs de Themis.Rully makes sparkling wine and some good Aligoté, but is mainly known for its Chardonnay. Jasper explains, “The wines are not particularly long-lasting but they don't need to be, because they are so lovely.” The producers to look out for are P&M Jacqueson, Domaine de la Folie, while Jasper picks out Vincent Dureuil-Janthial as the biggest star.Domaine Faiveley put Mercurey on the map, and Mercurey remains the most famous of the villages. This is red-wine territory, with the wines being more structured and more tannic, though as Jasper notes, this is changing a little with new Pinot Noir plant material. Château de Chamiray is a major player in the area and a name to look for is Domaine Bruno Lorenzon.Givry is similar to Mercurey, in that it is red-wine country, with only 15% whites produced. Producers to seek out include Domaine du Cellier aux Moines, which Jasper highly recommends, and Domaine Joblot, Domaine Thénard, François Lupp and his cousins, Domaine Ragot and Domaine Laurent Mouton.Montagny is a white-wine-only appellation. Jasper describes its taste as different from other Burgundian whites, more like “crushed oyster shells like Chablis, though not so iodine.” His names to look out for include Cave de Buxy, the largest producer in the Côte Chalonnaise, and the negociant Louis Latour has considerable holdings, the star producer is Domaine Stéphane Aladame, but there is a raft of new producers including Domaine Laurent Cognard, Domaine Feuillat-Juillot, Domaine Berthenet.You can also find Jasper's guest appearances on other Podcast/Video channels we work closely with: The Wine Conversation 67 Pall Mall TV Bringing Burgundy closer to you with every episode!Subscribe to my website and get full access to my scores, tasting notes, detailed write-ups on producers and much more:https://www.insideburgundy.com/register/See all our events at: https://www.insideburgundy.com/all-events/Daily updates on our Instagram: @jaspermorris.insideburgundy

Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc are both mutations of Pinot Noir. First, let's look at Pinot Gris, also called Pinot Grigio in Italy. These two wines come from the same grape. Pinot Gris originated from Burgundy in the Pinot Noir fields. It can be hard to tell the difference between the Pinot Gris plants and Pinot Noir and they were sometimes used in the Pinot Noir to soften tannins and add acid to the wine. It is now mostly grown in the Alsace region in France. Pinot Gris is a soft, perfumed, and higher body wine than most whites. Pinot Grigio has a lighter body and is normally crisp with high acid.Pinot Blanc is called Pinot Blanco in Italy. It is a full-body aromatic white wine. Because of its fuller body, it is often confused with Chardonnay. It is more popular in Germany where it is called Weissburgunder.Chenin Blanc is one of the most versatile white grapes in the world. It can be made into a sweet white wine, wide range of dry white wines, and also sparkling wines. South Africa is the capital of Chenin Blanc where it is their number one grape variety. It is an aromatic light-bodied high-acid white wine. Can be barrel aged to add to its richness and complexity. Light styles will have lime and tarragon flavors. Heavier styles have peach, nectarine, and honey flavors. Tonight, we are comparing: 2021 Arendsig Chenin Blanc Inspirational Batch 3 purchased at Wall to Wall Wine for $29.99.Next week we will explore a new hybrid grape variety "Petite Pearl". We will be tasting a 2022 Soldier Creek Winery Petite Pearl.

What is a GSM blend and why is it called a Rhone Blend? The G, S and M stand for Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre. The Rhone Valley is the original home of GSM blends and of course the reason why it is sometimes referred to as a Rhone Blend. The Rhone Valley has two parts: the Northern Rhone Valley is known for its steep-sloping vineyards, where Syrah is produced. The Southern Rhone is a much larger region and lacks the steep slopes of the north. This is where the GSM blends are produced. Probably the most famous area in the Southern Rhone is Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Wine Folly says these wines will have more red fruit flavors with notes of herbs. While, GSM blends from California or Australia will have darker fruits with notes of clove.Tonight, we are enjoying two GSM Blended wines including:2019 Delas Freres Cotes du Rhone Saint-Esprit purchased at Costco for $13. It has delicate tannins which is unique for the Côtes-du-Rhône appellation. The nose is classic syrah, with berry fruit, violet and licorice.2018 Skylark Wine Company Red Belly Rhone Blend. This wine was purchased from Wine Styles for $17. It is juicy and creamy black fruits plum, blackberry and crushed cherry fruit coat the entire palate, with intricately woven tannins.We scored both wines a 3 out of 5. Denise would buy both again. I would pass on both. Next week we will explore the differences between Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, and Chenin Blanc.

Matthias will neue Weine ausschenken – und es sollen französische sein. Er will mehr Elsass wagen, auch weil ihm während des PopUps mit Frédéric Fourré die Weine von Paul Blanck extrem gut gefallen haben (Spoiler: mir auch!). Auf der Suche nach Weinen für den offenen Ausschank fiel ihm dabei Grand C ein – eine Erinnerung, die lange zurück auf Binz begann und nun aktiviert wurde. "GRAND C steht für Crémant: rebsortenreine Crémants d‘Alsace, die wir außergewöhnlich lange reifen lassen. GRAND C steht für Wein: Cuvées und Crus, charaktervoll und einzigartig, die wir prickelnd im Elsass, mit viel Leichtigkeit im Languedoc und sehr langsam im Corbières produzieren", entnehme ich der Webseite des Unternehmens.Mehr Informationen und Fotos bei den STIPvisiten[00:00] unser Hauptthema heute: Crémant und Weine von Grand C[08:49] im Glas: Crémant vom Pinot Blanc[20:25] die Leichtigkeit des Seins[30:22] Weine aus dem Elsass – jetzt im Glas: 2022 Riesling Reserve[41:00] Gewürztraminer im Glas[47:35] und jetzt zu den Roten…[51:40] Entdeckung der Langsamkeit[56:24] jetzt im Glas: Alte Reben, 100% Carignan[01:00:26] Abschlussphilosophie über moderaten Weingenuss

En este episodio, catamos a ciegas tres Champagnes Blanc de Blancs con diferentes precios y estilos. Descubrimos las particularidades de cada uno, desde un pequeño productor hasta una de las casas más icónicas del mundo. Probamos el Blanc de Blancs de Bernard Robert , elaborado en Voigny con un 15% de Pinot Blanc en su ensamblaje, una rareza en Champagne. Luego, exploramos el Dumangin Vintage 2010, un vino con carácter y evolución. Finalmente, enfrentamos estos estilos con el refinamiento de la célebre Maison Ruinart, pionera en la producción de Blanc de Blancs. ¿Cómo influye el precio, la crianza y la filosofía de cada casa en la copa? ¿Nos sorprenderá el resultado? Acompáñanos en este viaje sensorial y descubre con nosotros cuál es el Blanc de Blancs que más se destaca.

In this episode of the No Sediment Wine Podcast, I sit down with Austrian winemaker Georg Prieler of Weingut Prieler. We discuss why he works with Pinot Blanc grape variety, the versatility of Blaufränkisch, the impact of climate change on viticulture and many other exciting topics. You can also listen to the No Sediment Wine Podcast episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and Castbox. Some of the WINE ACCESSORIES I use regularly:

Christian Adams from The German Wine Collection is our guest on California Wine Country with Steve Jaxon and Dan Berger. Christian has brought three different German wines, each from a different producer. The 2021 Pinot Blanc is the first wine tasted. Its name Weissburgunder is German for Pinot Blanc, literally it means 'White Burgundian.' You don't see much Pinot Blanc here in California but there is some in Menocino County and even in Idaho which Dan says is excellent. Also, Germany is producing "an unbelievable array" of delicious wines from new and different varieties. Christian likes the German Pinot Blancs that have "the tri-fecta" of good acidity, fruit and minerality all together. Visit Chigazola Merchants online to shop their unique selection of fine Italian wines. The next wine tasting is the estate Chardonnay from Friedrich Becker. It was fermented in German oak barrels, and spends about 5 months in the fine lees. It has undergone malolactic fermentation but not so much to overpower the minerality. Dan says he prefers this style even if there is really only a trace of oak. The German Wine Collection The German Wine Collection began from a portfolio put together by Rudy Wiest Selections. Dan laments that at the time, there were too many sommeliers who did not know the German wines, to everyone's detriment. The last tasting is a Pinot Noir. The entry-level estate Pinot Noir gets a "wow" from Steve. It is not Burgundian nor is it New World, says Dan. But it has a combination of delicacy and richness. Dan gets flavors of fresh beets, blueberry jam and the acidity in the aftertaste that you get from German wines. Christian makes bratwurst and found some old recipes that were handwritten. He has been able to make and recreate these flavors and styles that you can't get any other way.

Désirée Steinheuers Lebensgeschichte ist so tief in den Weinbergen verankert, dass man sagen könnte, der Wein fließe ihr durch die Adern. Ihre Reise begann im Herzen des Ahrtals, wo die Rebstöcke ihr erster Spielplatz waren und der vertraute Duft des Weinkellers sie begleitete. Der elterliche Betrieb brachte ihr das Gastgeben nahe – ein Erbe, das sie nicht in Besitzurkunden, sondern in ihrem Herzen trägt. Hier, wo Tradition und Moderne in einzigartigem Einklang stehen, spricht sie vom Terroir wie von einem alten Freund. Sie kennt die feinen Unterschiede der Böden: die zarte Spur Kalk hier, eine Prise Sand dort. Ihre Weinempfehlungen sind mehr als Vorschläge – sie sind eine Hommage an das Gefühl und die Landschaft, die in jeder Flasche zum Leben erwachen. Für Désirée ist der Wein ein Gespräch zwischen Natur und Mensch, und sie ist die leidenschaftliche Übersetzerin. Sie lässt jeden Weinnovizen nicht zum Experten, doch zum Liebhaber werden – jemand, der den Genuss und die Kunst des Trinkens als Bereicherung des Lebens begreift. Es geht ihr dabei nicht nur um Business; das Restaurant ist für sie eine Bühne, der Wein der Hauptdarsteller, und die Gerichte sind die subtilen Kulissen, die den Genuss umrahmen. Sie schafft ein Zusammenspiel, das Gäste in die Harmonie von Essen und Trinken eintauchen lässt, und sie nimmt sie als geschätzte Mitreisende auf eine kulinarische Entdeckungsreise mit. Für sie ist Wein keine bloße Handelsware und die Gäste nicht bloß Geldbringer. Sie empfindet eine tiefe, herzliche Beziehung zu beidem – Wein und Gast –, die weit über das Geschäftliche hinausgeht. Diese Verbindung zwischen Tradition und modernem Lifestyle bringt sie in jeden Aspekt ihres Schaffens ein. Was sie auszeichnet, ist nicht nur die Liebe zum Wein, sondern auch eine leidenschaftliche Hingabe zum Gastgeben. Sie teilt dieses Gefühl voller Lebendigkeit und Freude am Leben mit ihren Gästen und Mitarbeitern, und genau das spürt man. Für sie ist es der Inbegriff eines erfüllten Lebens – ein Lifestyle, der Leidenschaft, Authentizität und eine herzliche Beziehung zum Genuss vereint. Désirée Steinheuer Steinheuers Restaurant „Zur Alten Post“ Landskroner Straße 110 53474 Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler (Ortsteil Heppingen) Telefon: 026 41 – 948 60 Email: info@steinheuers.de Mit herzlichen Grußworten von: Ralf Frenzel, Tre-Torri-Verlag, Weingüter Wegeler & Krone Sommelier, Herausgeber, Winzer und Freund Alexander Stodden, Jean Stodden - Das Rotweingut Winzer und Freund ------------------------------------- Diese Folge von SOMMELIER – Die interessantesten Weinkellner unserer Zeit wird begleitet von durch Silvio Nitzsche ausgewählte Weine aus dem Programm der Schlumberger Gruppe, zu der die Handelshäuser Schlumberger, Segnitz, Consigliovini und das Privatkundenportal Bremer Weinkolleg gehören. ------------------------------------- Wir probieren während der Episode die folgenden Weine: 2022 Grüner Veltliner, Reserve, Ried Kronberg, Weingut Setzer, Weinviertel, Österreich Link für Geschäftskunden: https://is.gd/UsOSYd Link für Privatkunden: https://is.gd/gBdP2X _____ Sehr gerne empfehle ich die folgenden Produkte: 2021 Pinot Blanc, „Quintessenz“, Kellerei Kaltern, Südtirol, Italien Link für Geschäftskunden: https://is.gd/xBMR0j Link für Privatkunden: https://is.gd/cUMjEv _____ 2018 Pesquera, “Millenium”, Gran Reserva, Familia Fernández Rivera, Ribera del Duero, Spanien Link für Geschäftskunden: https://is.gd/6af0hx Link für Privatkunden: https://is.gd/yxEkMR _____ 2023 Clos Mireille Rosé, Domaines Ott, Provence, Frankreich Link für Geschäftskunden: https://is.gd/wv0efy Link für Privatkunden: https://is.gd/3Tv4YE ------------------------------------- Bitte folgen Sie uns auf Webpage: www.sommelier.website Instagram: sommelier.der.podcast Facebook: sommelier.der.podcast Wir freuen uns über jede Bewertung, Anregung und Empfehlung.

DEFENDANTS: Agts Mulder and Scully EVIDENCE: Grape Abduction Company White Blend, Slovenia SCENE OF THE CRIME: Don't Look Up... -- Hey friend!  Welcome to a brand new episode of True Crimes Against Wine - Season 4!  We're kicking off with some exciting content this season, and today is no exception. We've got a first for you: a delightful blend of 90% Pinot Blanc and 10% Yellow Muscat all the way from Slovenia!  Join us as we dive into the world of Slovenian wines, discuss fascinating facts about the X-Files, and even touch on some spooky alien abduction stories.  Did you know Slovenia has over 28,000 wineries? And that the X-Files inspired a surge of women entering STEM fields? We're unpacking all of this and more in today's episode.  So grab a glass, sit back, and let's get into it!  Cheers! 

Episode 208 Redsicover the charming town of Sebastopol with us! Enjoy a hot cuppa from Retrograde Coffee and Sunshine or delve into the world of tea at Many Rivers. We also share some of our favorite dining delights such as The Redwood and Pilar for authentic Georgian cuisine. Secondly, we provide an in-depth look into the thriving wineries of Sebastopol, including Dutton Estate, Russian River Vineyards, and Emeritus. From walking tours to the energetic Peacetown Summer Concerts, we share a variety of activities.   Wines of the Day- Emeritus Hallberg Ranch Pinot, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Hill Pinot Noir  Links:  Fairfield Inn & Suites https://www.duttonestate.com/ https://duttongoldfield.com/ https://www.ballettovineyards.com/ https://www.russianrivervineyards.com/ https://www.ektimowines.com/ https://lynmarestate.com/ https://www.emeritusvineyards.com/ https://moshinvineyards.com/ https://www.sebastopol.org/ https://www.goldridgeorganicfarms.com/ https://www.wineroad.com/events/harvestwinetrail/ Sponsor: River Road Family Vineyards and Winery Credits: The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at
 Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. http://thresholdstudios.info/

Celebrate National Pinot Noir Day with our Big Blend Radio "Winemaker Insider" Conversation with Dave Specter, who along with his wife Sara, owns and runs Bells Up Winery in Willamette Valley, Oregon.  After more than a decade of success as a corporate tax attorney in Cincinnati, Ohio, Dave was emotionally and physically spent. Sara, a freelance marketing consultant and writer, convinced him to leave the profession and they turned the hobby that brought him joy—winemaking—into his new career. The pair had fallen in love with Newberg and Oregon's Willamette Valley while on vacation in 2008, subsequently moving there in 2012 and establishing Bells Up Winery in 2013. The first wines were released Memorial Day 2015, coinciding with the opening of the estate winery/tasting room. The on-site production facility was built and equipped in time for 2019 harvest. Bells Up is a micro-boutique winery that composes handcrafted, classically styled Pinot Noir, Rosé, Pinot Blanc, Seyval Blanc, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon with grapes sourced exclusively from its estate, and from micro-sites in the Willamette Valley and Eastern Oregon. The winery makes ~600 cases annually. More: https://bellsupwinery.com/ 

Sip, share, shape our podcast!From Lost Grapes, to Hybrid Grapes, this episode rounds out our exploration with Noble Grapes, or Noble Wine. Read on for a short snippet of what we are covering, but tune in for all the fun!So, what exactly are Noble Grapes? Well, it depends on who you ask! One camp uses the 5 traditional Bordeaux varieties as their list. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot to be exact. We're taking a different view to cover a set of noble vines across red and white wines.Regardless of the information you search on the topic, one thing remains true. No formal definition and no regulatory guidance is defining either.  So, we're exploring Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, and Merlot for red wine.  And the grape varieties of Chardonnay, Riesling, and Sauvignon Blanc for white wine. These varieties are revered in the wine world from Alsace, France, to Napa Valley, California. From New York State, to South Africa.  Many somms and wine educators agree, this is THE list of noble grapes!What if my favorite isn't a Noble Grape?If you don't see your favorite in this list of noble grapes wine is made from, never fear! We're hitting the highlights the diversity of each grape variety for you to decide which is your favorite, or which you'd love to explore. Other international varieties can also be considered Noble in their own right. Pinot Gris / Pinot Grigio, Pinot Blanc, Chenin Blanc, or Viognier for white wine varieties in addition to the 5 Bordeaux varieties we covered. We love the Noble Grapes and we love Noble Wines. They come in many styles, across any price, and have a vast array of required guidelines for winemaking, vineyard management, and labeling depending on where they come from. Added bonus, these grapes are some of the highest quality and most recognizable wherever you shop for wine.We're sure you've listened to all 3 episodes in this series: Lost Grapes, Hybrid Grapes, and Noble Grapes. Now get out and explore!  The world of wine has so much to offer and you, our wine-loving friends, are now ready to start your next adventure!As always, we've got the perfect WINE FIND for you!  The CHEVALIER aerating wine glass! It's fun, it's functional, and it's for sure a conversation starter!BEST OFFER! ETSY 10% off to SWTW LISTENERS!!! CHECK IT OUT NOW!If you missed one of our previous episodes, we've got you covered:Hybrid Wine Grapes To The RescueLost Grapes: Creating Rare Wines from Near ExtinctionSupport the Show.Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration!Instagram:@somm_women_talk_wine@kristiwinenerd@charissehenryfw@kmayfield109All episodes are also on our website:SommWomenTalkWineCharisse and Kristi

Welcome to another exciting bonus episode of Beats Vines & Life! I'm your host, MJ Towler, and today we're broadcasting live from the vibrant Vinexpo in New York City. We're diving into the world of wine and spirits with a stellar lineup of guests, all shining lights in the industry.Join us as we chat with Sylvain Faureau, the Director of Marketing & Communications for Vineposium, about organizing global business-to-business events that connect buyers and producers. We'll explore emerging markets, the expansion into the spirits industry, and their ambitious focus on Latin America.We'll also meet Christoff, sharing insights into the intricate world of French wines, and Guillermo, who brings stories from Spain's top wine regions. Don't miss our deep dive into Georgian winemaking with Alexander Mackvishili, a fascinating discussion on Rhone Valley wines with Claude Chabran, and a taste of Slovenia with our guest Tatjana, who brought a 1971 Pinot Blanc.From the dynamic culture surrounding events like Vinexpo to unique winemaking techniques and the passion driving the industry forward, this episode is packed with valuable insights and delightful anecdotes that will enrich your appreciation for wine. So grab a glass and let's toast to another enriching episode!---A Massive THANK YOU to VINEXPO AMERICAFor more information about upcoming Vinexposium events click the link!Thank you to Sylvain Faureau, Christophe Tassan, Tatjana Puklavec, Alexandre Margvelashvili, Claude Chabran, Guillermo Planas, Manilay Saito, Benoît Fitte and Theotime Serant.____________________________________________________________Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers! Subscribe and give Beats Vines and Life a five-star review on whichever platform you listen to.For insider info from MJ and exclusive content from the show, sign up at blackwineguy.comFollow MJ @blackwineguyFollow Beats Vines and Life @beatsvinesandlife Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a Text Message.In the highly anticipated Shavuos (or is it Shavuot?) White Wine Pick episode, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath and Dr. Kenny Friedman choose wines five price categories: Under $15, $15 to $25, $25-$35, $35-$45, and over $45. Rabbi Yisroel Bernath & Dr. Kenny Friedman in turn surprise and delight each other with their picks. They discuss the lack of appreciation for white wines, oak's influence on white wines, the proper serving temperature for whites, as well as when a white wine can age.Kenny's Picks:Recanati, Yasmin, White, 2023Goose Bay, Marlborough, Sauvignon Blanc, 2023Hagafen, Dry Riesling, 2023Binah, Blanc de Blanc, Sparkling Wine, 2021Carmel, Late Harvest, Single Vineyard, Gewürztraminer, 2019Yisroel's Picks:Elvi, Vina Encina, Blanco, 2022Snow Ridge, Cold Climate, Vidal Icewine, 2020Hajdu, Pinot Blanc, 2023Domaine Guillerault-Fargette, Sancerre, 2022Ya'acov Oryah, A Spark in Silence, Blanc de Blanc, 2017The hosts again mention that they appreciate feedback and questions and want to hear your picks in each price category.Support the Show.Email your questions and comments to kosherwinepodcast@gmail.com

BOB'S BEST BUYS  Escarpment Gris 2023 Martinborough $30  Why I chose it:    -I like it very much and respect Escarpment as a top producer.  -It's a wine that spans the seasons.  -It is genetically the same grape as Pinot Noir, but it is “gray” instead of red-skinned (“Gris” is French for gray). Pinot Blanc is even paler (“Blanc” means white in French).  What does it taste like?   -A smooth-textured, bright, fresh wine with flavours that resemble pear and green apple. It has a hint of sweetness balanced by refreshing acidity.  Why it's a bargain:   -It is an interesting wine that is well made, by a top producer who offer it at a fair piece.  Where can you buy it?   -Wine Hub, Christchurch, $26  -NZ Wine Boutique, $29.99  Food match?   -Blue cheese combines sweetness and acidity with the saltiness of the cheese – delicious!  Will it keep?   -Good for 3 or 4 years, possibly more with careful storage.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pinot Blanc (or Bianco) is not to be confused with Pinot Gris (Grigio), it is all its own. It is a lovely bright white wine that is produced in many countries across the world.  With so many choices to highlight the grape, Julie brings you a beautiful complex example from northern Italy. Allie breaks down all of the details about Pinot Blanc and its origin and explains the differences between them.  We finish off with some history about Alto Adige and its unique history of both its wine and people. Grab a glass of your favorite Pinot Blanc or Bianco and join us! Cheers! Support the showCONNECT WITH US: You can follow and message us on Instagram @crushitwinesb You can also reach out via email - Cheers@crushitwineeducation.com If you want to help support the show and get extra content every week, sign up for our Patreon. Join the list to stay up to date on future episodes and featured wines so you can sip alongside us! Finally, we're more than just a podcast! We are a full service wine education company offering an online wine shop, a wine club membership and both virtual and in person classes. Go to www.crushitwineeducation.com to learn more and get 10% off your first order when you sign up for the mailing list! Cheers and thanks for listening!

Weine aus Burgunderrebsorten sind über die vergangenen 30 Jahre in Deutschland immer beliebter geworden und dabei nimmt der Weißburgunder nochmals eine Sonderstellung ein – nirgendwo sonst auf der Welt wird er so viel angebaut wie hierzulande. Michael und Tobias wissen aber noch mehr über Pinot Blanc und Pinot Bianco zu erzählen, beispielsweise auch, dass Weißburgunder noch gar nicht lange als eigenständige Rebsorte bekannt ist, da er zuvor mit Chardonnay verwechselt wurde. Nach dem Hören der Folge darf jeder behaupten: „Ich weiß Burgunder“. >> WEINE AUS WEISSBURGUNDER >> WEINFREUNDE PODCAST HOMEPAGE+++ Bitte abonniert den Podcast und gebt eine Bewertung ab. Danke! +++Produktion und Schnitt: Andreas Hagelüken

In my 11 years in and around the wine industry, people have often asked me about barrels, yet related to the surface details, like whether a winery uses French oak, or 100% new oak, how many months does the wine age in oak, etcetera. Well, there are so many other details involved with barrel selection and how they can be used, it will make your head spin! So, if your head hasn't been spun in a while, listen in to my conversation with Joe Nielsen. He's as smart as he is chill, which allows him to easily change hats from the positions of general manager to winemaker, often several times a day at the south Sonoma winery. Before I get into the barrel discussion, I'll ask him about a topic that's new to me, pressure bombs. It's a technique they use as a means to keep an eye on the health and needs of the vineyard. Yet, as it turns out, the method is not nearly as intense as the name suggests. No explosions occur at Ram's Gate. Find other interviews, wine trivia, and news at OnTheWineRoad.us   On The Wine Road Podcast is sponsored by Sonoma Clean Power The closing theme is "Coarse Grind," written & produced by Marscott Additional music is sourced from Soundscape

Martha Barra Our guest today on California Wine Country with Steve Jaxon and Dan Berger is Martha Barra from Barra of Mendocino, the vineyards and winery. Martha was on CWC one other time, on this episode of November 18, 2020. Barra of Mendocino is and always has been an organic farm, even before certifications existed. Their tasting room is located about 10 miles north of Ukiah. Redwood Valley Vineyards is the vineyard estate which is about 5 miles from there. Dan mentions that too much fertility in the soil is not favorable to wine grapes. As you drive up the 101, past Hopland, there are fewer vineyards visible. When you finally get up to Ukiah, that is the last outpost for fine wine in California, and Barra is right in this zone. Then, there are just a few in Humboldt. They open a bottle of Barra wine for tasting that Dan says is “fabulous…exotic.” It has won several gold medals and is Dan's white wine of the year.  This 2022 Pinot Blanc tastes as it is supposed to taste, made with no oak at all. It is delicious and ready to drink now, fresh. Pinot Blanc There are 4 or 5 good Pinot Blancs around and they all come from Mendocino County. This is due to the soils, as Martha explains. They don't get the fog influence in their weather. There is a 15 degree diurnal shift. Among all the tropical and fruity flavors that Dan discerns in this Pinot Blanc, he also detects a trace of Fenugreek. Martha mentions that this wine comes from two different clones. The older one was planted in 1962. Barra only started making wine in 1998 and Pinot Blanc in about 2000. Before that they were just growers. There are only 438 acres of Pinot Blanc and Barra has 14 of them. Girasole and Barra of Mendocino wines are available at Bottle Barn. Winesong is Dan's favorite annual event. It is a wine festival held in Mendocino, a fund raiser for the local hospital. Barra of Mendocino is always there. Martha would give a bee to each guest as a symbol that Barra of Mendocino is an organic farm. Later she learned that many people would keep the bees as souvenirs. Dan remembers the wine from Mendocino County as early as 1981. Back then the wine was not very good. The fruit had potential and eventually their winemaking skills caught up to the quality of the grapes they grow there. John Parducci was a winemaker who helped them make the leap in quality. Girasole They also taste a Girasole wine. The name means "sunflower" in Italian. They have had to defend the trade mark Girasole from competitors who had been using the brand, which is exclusively Barra's. Dan reminds us that Barra wines and wines from Mendocino generally are less expensive than wines from other places, and give great value. There are only 88 wineries in Mendocino, which is not a lot. Many of them, like Barra, are small producers. A lot of the new wineries are Pinot Noir producers in Anderson Valley. Barra also makes Sangiovese and an excellent Petit Syrah.

Having existed through the glory and the doldrums of German wine, the VDP, the association of top wine growers in Germany, has set out to re-establish German wine as one of the finest in the world. With 20 years under its belt, the Grosses Gewachs (“GG”) system has elevated the status of dry German wines in a short time. Theresa Olkus, Managing Director, and Steffen Christmann, President, discuss the history, goals, and role of the VDP and how the GG classification is bringing quality back to dry German wine. Detailed Show Notes: Verband Deutscher Prädikats- und Qualitätsweingüter (“VDP”)“P” standards for quality, those looking to produce top wines from top vineyardsThe goal is to bring the global recognition of German wines back to when the wines were considered some of the best in the world201 members (2023), up from 160 members (1990)10 regional associationsVDP historyStarted end of 19th centuryA movement to counter the industrial winemaking trendCreated quality requirements (e.g. - estate bottling, wine was sold in auction by the barrel and bottled elsewhere; no additions except sulfur, sugar was added before)Post WWI/WWII - cheap, sweet wines became popularGerman Wine Law of 1971 - created quality classification based on must weights, varietal agnostic, leading to consumer confusionThe late 70s/early 80s - German wine quality sank (yields too high), and the law created consumer label confusion, leading to VDP revamp, focus on vineyard sitesJoining the VDP1990-2023 - 130 new members, 1-2 new members/yearMust fulfill criteria, blind tasting, vineyard, and cellar inspectionYou can't apply or buy a membership; a region must invite a wineryBenefits for VDP membersKnowledge sharing Leveraging the VDP brand (eagle logo) - an international sign of qualityVDP events and marketingExporting expertise - 27% of VDP wines exportedLeaving the VDP1-2 members/year leaveMost coached to leaveMostly leave post generational change - don't want to follow VDP rules, quality not at the top levelDry German winesTraditional style before 1900Germans drink as much dry as anywhere else in the world, and the reputation for sweet wines is an international perspectiveHistorically - 2-3% potential abv difference between entry-level and best wines. Today, due to climate change, the sugar levels are the same; only the yields and quality of site create differences~60-70% of VDP members don't make sweet wines, Mosel/Nahe most make sweet, Rheinghau ~20-30% do sweetGrosses Gewächs (“GG”)2002 - implemented in all regions, started w/ Rheingau 1994/5, Pfalz 1996Created positive brand for dry German wines - increase in the average price of GG wines - 2002 - €16, 2023 - €40 (range from €25-150+)German market response was positive, creating pride in German winesUK pushback - writers thought dry German wines were too sour and lacked quality; last to adopt the new style, only in the last 5 yearsScandinavia - a hot spot for German wineElements for GG success - wineries can only make 1 GG wine from 1 Grosses Lage site; wines have gotten betterSignificant markets for GG - used to be Northern Europe, Asia (China, S Korea, Thailand, Singapore)Africa/India/S America - not strong for German winesMore than Riesling - Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc, SilvanerThe next priorities for VDPRenewing German Wine Law, potentially moving VDP classification into lawSustainability/climate change Get access to library episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this captivating revisiting podcast from May 15th, 2021, join us as we embark on a thrilling adventure with Bells Up Winery - a passionate venture that beautifully blends wine, music, and genuine hospitality.Dave and Sara Specter, the visionary couple behind Bells Up, take us on a journey filled with intriguing stories and heartwarming moments. From their humble beginnings in Cincinnati, Ohio, where Dave made wine in his garage while working as an attorney, to their serendipitous encounter with a plot of land in the Chehalem Mountains, every step of their winemaking journey is marked by dedication and passion.As we dive into their carefully crafted wines, including their cult-followed Seyval, vibrant Pinot Blanc, and their special Fanfare Club Exclusive wine inspired by the character Villanelle from "Killing Eve," we uncover the unique connection between wine and music that elevates the tasting experience at Bells Up.But Bells Up isn't just about remarkable wines; it's about forging genuine relationships with their customers. With every reservation and wine order, Dave and Sara extend a personalized touch, ensuring that each visitor receives the royal red carpet treatment, making them feel truly valued.Throughout the podcast, we explore Dave and Sara's methodical approach to their winemaking, the milestone of producing their first 100% estate Pinot Noir, and the breathtaking views from their balcony overlooking the Chehalem Mountains.As we journey through the vineyards and stories that define Bells Up, we're reminded of the importance of appreciating life's simple pleasures, building meaningful connections, and embracing a harmonious blend of passion and dedication.Join us as we raise a glass to Bells Up, and discover how wine, music, and heartfelt hospitality come together to create an unforgettable experience in the heart of Oregon's wine country.#BellsUpWinery #WineAndMusic #OregonWineCountry #WinemakingJourney #PassionForWine #VibrantPinotBlanc #CultFollowedSeyval #FanfareClubExclusive #MusicBehindWineNames #HospitalityInWine #BellsUpBalconyViews #EstateGrownPinotNoir #WinemakersWithHeart #WineAppreciation #PersonalizedWineExperience #MeaningfulConnections #HarmonyInWinemaking #ChehalemMountains #UnforgettableWineJourney

This month, the gals welcome Justin Brooks from the California Innocence Project to discuss the highs and lows of working to exonerate the innocent. Topics include bad eyewitness testimony, a park bathroom slaying, and a lying jailhouse informant. Get yourself an entire bottle of St. Innocent Winery's Pinot Blanc, prepare to rage, and tune in for Innocence Project.  For a full list of show sponsors, visit https://wineandcrimepodcast.com/sponsors

Did you know that Germany is the third largest producer of Pinot Noir in the world?Or that one in three Riesling vines in the world grow in German vineyards - and much of these are making dry, increasingly terroir-driven wines these days?There's much that's surprising, or perhaps unexpected about German wine right now.For long the sector under-performed - but a series of changes since the late 1980s (a process that's still ongoing, accelerated by climate change) has re-invigorated German wine, redefining its possibilities and forging a bright new future.There's even talk of the wines being, 'sexy' and of, 'pulling power'...All of which, plus the fact we're just back from Germany (and have had an intriguing listener question in), is the perfect excuse to explore German wine.We hear from Master of Wine and German specialist Alison Flemming plus Stefan Doktor, MD of the world-famous Schloss Johannisberg. Along the way we talk terroir, global warming, food matching, GG and the rise of dry Riesling, why 'succulent' is such a good tasting term, PIWIs, and why a swimming pool was important for a 1964 Auslese...Our thanks to Wines of Germany for sponsoring this episode and helping source some fantastic bottles for us to try and recommend. They are:Frey Pinot Blanc 2021, RheinhessenMaximin Grunhaus Maximin Pinot Blanc 2021, MoselKlein Riesling S Trocken 2021, PfalzRobert Weil Kiedrich Turmberg Riesling Trocken 2021, RheingauPauly Lieser Niederberg Helden Kabinett 2021, MoselShelter Winery Spätburgunder 2020, BadenWe love to hear from you so please do get in touch! Send us a voice message via Speakpipe or you can find more details to get in touch on our website (link below).All details from this episode are on our website: Show notes for Wine Blast S4 E23: Germany's Pulling Power.Thanks for tuning in. Here's to the joy of wine - cheers to you!

Welcome to episode 1460, another episode of “On The Road Edition”, hosted by Stevie Kim. This is part 2 of Stevie's interview with Francesca Moretti of Bellavista winery. More about today's winery: Discover the landscape that makes Franciacorta such a captivating region and the secrets behind making the best quality Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc and native Erbamat variety. Then head behind the scenes with Stevie Kim to discover the particular techniques employed in the vinery's subterranean cellars and barrel rooms. Finally, join Stevie and the Bellavista team as they crack open a 2016 vintage. To learn more about the Bellavista winery visit: www.bellavistawine.it/ More about the host Stevie Kim: Stevie Kim hosts Clubhouse sessions each week (visit Italian Wine Club & Wine Business on Clubhouse), these recorded sessions are then released on the podcast to immortalize them! She often also joins Professor Scienza in his shows to lend a hand keeping our Professor in check! You can also find her taking a hit for the team when she goes “On the Road”, all over the Italian countryside, visiting wineries and interviewing producers, enjoying their best food and wine – all in the name of bringing us great Pods! To learn more visit: Facebook: @steviekim222 Instagram: @steviekim222 Website: vinitalyinternational.com/wordpress/ Let's keep in touch! Follow us on our social media channels: Instagram @italianwinepodcast Facebook @ItalianWinePodcast Twitter @itawinepodcast Tiktok @MammaJumboShrimp LinkedIn @ItalianWinePodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin!

Welcome to episode 1451, another episode of “On The Road Edition”, hosted by Stevie Kim. In this episode Stevie sits down with Francesca Moretti of Bellavista winery. This is part 1 of 2. More about today's winery: Discover the landscape that makes Franciacorta such a captivating region and the secrets behind making the best quality Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc and native Erbamat variety. Then head behind the scenes with Stevie Kim to discover the particular techniques employed in the vinery's subterranean cellars and barrel rooms. Finally, join Stevie and the Bellavista team as they crack open a 2016 vintage. To learn more about the Bellavista winery visit: https://www.bellavistawine.it/ More about the host Stevie Kim: Stevie Kim hosts Clubhouse sessions each week (visit Italian Wine Club & Wine Business on Clubhouse), these recorded sessions are then released on the podcast to immortalize them! She often also joins Professor Scienza in his shows to lend a hand keeping our Professor in check! You can also find her taking a hit for the team when she goes “On the Road”, all over the Italian countryside, visiting wineries and interviewing producers, enjoying their best food and wine – all in the name of bringing us great Pods! To learn more visit: Facebook: @steviekim222 Instagram: @steviekim222 Website: vinitalyinternational.com/wordpress/ Let's keep in touch! Follow us on our social media channels: Instagram @italianwinepodcast Facebook @ItalianWinePodcast Twitter @itawinepodcast Tiktok @MammaJumboShrimp LinkedIn @ItalianWinePodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin!

Steve Dveris of The Healdsburg Wine and Food Experience, Domenica Catelli from Catelli's in Geyserville and Leslie Sbrocco, host of Check Please Bay Area on local PBS television, are all in studio today for California Wine Country with Steve Jaxon, Dan Berger and Tom Simoneau. Barry Herbst, the wine buyer at Bottle Barn, is also in. This is the second annual edition of the Healdsburg Wine and Food Experience, May 18-21, and it is bigger than it was last year. They have 140 wineries that have signed up. The Grand Tasting on Saturday May 20 (from 12-4pm) is the largest one that Steve has seen in thirty years of organizing such festivities. Tom Simoneau says that if you're going to attend only one event of this kind this year, this would be the one. Click the logo to visit our sponsor Bottle Barn online for the coolest bargains on wine, beer and spirits. There will be live music, cocktails, a beer garden and lots of local producers featured. There are several levels of tickets including several a-la-carte events. On Friday after noon at 4pm, there is a craft cocktail event with some famous bartenders. On Saturday there is a concert at Rodney Strong as well. Dan Berger's Cellar Wine of the Week Dan Berger has brought a wine from his personal collection, for tasting. This a 2021 Sicilian white wine varietal called Grillo from Tenuta Regaliale. Dan describes it as having a similar structure to Chardonnay but also with the flavor of a Pinot Blanc with kumquat and citrus notes. Domenica Catelli represents the third generation operating Catelli's restaurant. Her grandparents started it in 1936. Her father took over in the late 60s then for a while the family was not involved in it, but 13 years ago she and her brother took over. For a while the restaurant was known as The Rex and it's still the "silent name" of the place. Leslie Sbrocco describes how her career covering food and wine began, when she created Wine Today dot com, through the Press Democrat. From there she started to write books and started doing TV. Check Please Bay Area is now in its 18th season. She also hosts show on national PBS called 100 Days, Drinks, Dishes and Destinations. She will be speaking at the Healdsburg Wine and Food Experience. Zinfandel and more On Sunday, Leslie will be hosting the Zinfandel Live Experience with a list of 30 Zinfandel producers. She is also the author of a book about wine for women, her second book is The Simple and Savvy Wine Guide, a Guide to Buying, Pairing and Sharing and a third book is in the works. Leslie will also be pairing music with wine at the Healdsburg Wine and Food Experience. Steve Dveris mentions that the Healdsburg Wine and Food Experience is the first festival of its kind in Sonoma County that invites wines from all over the world, even Napa Valley! Leslie Sbrocco has brought two more wines as teasers for her Sunday Zinfandel seminar, each one representing a musical genre. The Rodney Strong 2019 Old Vine Zinfandel has the Zinfandel spice component of raspberry and spices, says Dan Berger. This is her jazzy wine, she associates it with Ella Fitzgerald. The last tasting is the Robert Biale Zinfandel, a 2021 Black Chicken label. Leslie associates it with blues music. Dan Berger suggests two more years in the bottle for this wine.

Kristen Barnhisel is a highly skilled winemaker at J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines, where she is responsible for crafting the company's white wine portfolio. With over two decades of viticulture and winemaking experience from around the world, Kristen has established a reputation for her excellent palate and technical skill. She puts her expertise to use, creating a range of white wine varieties, styles, and winemaking methods for J. Lohr.   Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn:    Kristen Barnhisel is J. Lohr's Winemaker of the white wine portfolio Kristen fell in love with wine in Italy and wanted to bring people together through it She talks about J. Lohr's vineyards, Acacia Wood, and their Sauvignon Blanc She discuses the unusual harvest season and white wine program evolution J. Lohr Winery being awarded the Green Medal for sustainability leadership in the industry J. Lohr Winery's attention to detail shines through in their white wine portfolio Using concrete eggs for Pinot Blanc fermentation   In this episode with Kristen Barnhisel In this episode with Kristen Barnhisel, Kristen discusses J. Lohr's white wine program and its commitment to sustainability. How J. Lohr's approach to sustainability sets them apart from other wineries? Kristen Barnhisel is J. Lohr's Winemaker for the white wine portfolio, Kristen talks about how J. Lohr received the Green Medal Award in 2020 for its commitment to sustainability. In today's episode of the Legends Behind The Craft podcast, Drew Thomas Hendricks and Bianca Harmon are joined by Kristen Barnhisel for a special wine tasting episode, Kristen Barnhisel is J. Lohr's Winemaker. Kristen talks about Riverstone Chardonnay as a versatile grape that allows for layering of different flavors and malolactic strains. J. Lohr aims to balance respecting the fruit while having a bit of creaminess without overpowering it. They talk about the work that goes into their winemaking process and the different white wines they produce, including a Riesling, Chardonnay, and Pinot Blanc.   Sponsor for this episode… This episode is brought to you by Barrels Ahead. Barrels Ahead is a wine and craft marketing agency that propels organic growth by using a powerful combination of content development, Search Engine Optimization, and paid search. At Barrels Ahead, we know that your business is unique. That's why we work with you to create a one-of-a-kind marketing strategy that highlights your authenticity, tells your story, and makes your business stand out from your competitors. Our team at Barrels Ahead helps you leverage your knowledge so you can enjoy the results and revenue your business deserves. So, what are you waiting for? Unlock your results today! To learn more, visit barrelsahead.com or email us at hello@barrelsahead.com to schedule a strategy call.

The changed intestinal microbiome. There is a pandemic of the ‘‘wrong” intestinal microbiome, the cause of which is unknown. The current treatments, probiotics and fecal transplant, are intended to provide the ‘‘missing”  bacterial species but they are only partially successful. Observations regarding the negative effects of abnormal intestinal flora go far beyond the bowel symptomatology of IBS. There are reports linking the ‘‘wrong” intestinal flora to hypertension, heart disease, high cholesterol, diabetes, colon cancer, and autoimmune diseases such as psoriasis, asthma, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid  arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis, all diseases that also have reported links to sleep disorders.  The changed intestinal microbiome has become epidemic in parallel with the epidemic of vitamin (hormone)  D deficiency, suggesting that they might be linked.About our guest:Dr. Gominak grew up and attended college in California, moved to Houstonfor medical school at Baylor College of Medicine, where she received an MDdegree in 1983. Her Neurology residency was done at the Harvard affiliated,Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. She practiced Neurology in theSan Francisco Bay area from 1991-2004 then moved with her husband to Tyler,Texas.Starting in 2004 she began to dedicate more of her practice to the treatmentof sleep and sleep disorders. In 2012 and 2016 she published two pivotalarticles about the global struggle with worsening sleep, the possible causes andsolutions, related to vitamin D deficiency and the intestinal microbiome.In 2016 she retired from her office practice to have more time to teach.She currently divides her time between RightSleep® coaching sessions forprivate individuals and teaching other clinicians the RightSleep® method ofsleep repair.Resources Mentioned:The Vitamin D ConundrumConnect with Dr. Gominak:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show

Welcome to episode 1303, another episode of “On The Road Edition”, hosted by Stevie Kim. In this episode Stevie is in Castello della Sala (Part of the Antinori Group) in Umbria continuing her conversation with Massimiliano Pasquini, general manager. Today's episode is part 2 of 2. More about today's winery Castello della Sala is located in Umbria, a short distance from the border with Tuscany, about 18 kilometers from the historic city of Orvieto. The lands of the Castle, an imposing medieval manor house, extend for 600 hectares, of which 200 hectares are planted with vines, halfway between the Paglia river and the summit of Monte Nibbio. The Castello della Sala was built in 1350 for Angelo Monaldeschi della Vipera, whose family had arrived in Italy following Charlemagne in the 9th century. From 1300 the members of the family opposed each other for the control of Orvieto, achieved in 1437 by Gentile, nephew of Angelo dei Monaldeschi della Vipera and dictator of the city for about a decade. After Gentile's death in 1466, a serene season was inaugurated at the castle crowned by the peacemaking marriage between Pietro Antonio della Vipera, Gentile's son, and his cousin Giovanna Monaldeschi della Cervara. The 200 hectares of vineyards, cultivated with traditional varieties such as Procanico and Grechetto, but also with Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Sèmillon, Pinot Blanc, Viognier and a small amount of Traminer and Riesling, are located at an altitude of 220 - 470 meters sea level. That of Castello della Sala is an area highly suited to the production of whites with one exception: Pinot Noir, finds in this terroir the ideal conditions to express itself at its best. The area is characterized by a clayey, calcareous soil, rich in fossil shells, with vineyards well exposed to the sunrise and with excellent temperature ranges. To learn more visit: https://www.antinori.it/it/ More about the host Stevie Kim: Stevie Kim hosts Clubhouse sessions each week (visit Italian Wine Club & Wine Business on Clubhouse), these recorded sessions are then released on the podcast to immortalize them! She often also joins Professor Scienza in his shows to lend a hand keeping our Professor in check! You can also find her taking a hit for the team when she goes “On the Road”, all over the Italian countryside, visiting wineries and interviewing producers, enjoying their best food and wine – all in the name of bringing us great Pods! To learn more visit: Facebook: @steviekim222 Instagram: @steviekim222 Website: vinitalyinternational.com/wordpress/ Let's keep in touch! Follow us on our social media channels: Instagram @italianwinepodcast Facebook @ItalianWinePodcast Twitter @itawinepodcast Tiktok @MammaJumboShrimp LinkedIn @ItalianWinePodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin!

Welcome to episode 1294, another episode of “On The Road Edition”, hosted by Stevie Kim. In this episode Stevie is in Castello della Sala (Part of the Antinori Group) in Umbria speaking with Massimiliano Pasquini, general manager. Today's episode is part 1 of 2. More about today's winery Castello della Sala is located in Umbria, a short distance from the border with Tuscany, about 18 kilometers from the historic city of Orvieto. The lands of the Castle, an imposing medieval manor house, extend for 600 hectares, of which 200 hectares are planted with vines, halfway between the Paglia river and the summit of Monte Nibbio. The Castello della Sala was built in 1350 for Angelo Monaldeschi della Vipera, whose family had arrived in Italy following Charlemagne in the 9th century. From 1300 the members of the family opposed each other for the control of Orvieto, achieved in 1437 by Gentile, nephew of Angelo dei Monaldeschi della Vipera and dictator of the city for about a decade. After Gentile's death in 1466, a serene season was inaugurated at the castle crowned by the peacemaking marriage between Pietro Antonio della Vipera, Gentile's son, and his cousin Giovanna Monaldeschi della Cervara. The 200 hectares of vineyards, cultivated with traditional varieties such as Procanico and Grechetto, but also with Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Sèmillon, Pinot Blanc, Viognier and a small amount of Traminer and Riesling, are located at an altitude of 220 - 470 meters sea level. That of Castello della Sala is an area highly suited to the production of whites with one exception: Pinot Noir, finds in this terroir the ideal conditions to express itself at its best. The area is characterized by a clayey, calcareous soil, rich in fossil shells, with vineyards well exposed to the sunrise and with excellent temperature ranges. To learn more visit: https://www.antinori.it/it/ More about the host Stevie Kim: Stevie Kim hosts Clubhouse sessions each week (visit Italian Wine Club & Wine Business on Clubhouse), these recorded sessions are then released on the podcast to immortalize them! She often also joins Professor Scienza in his shows to lend a hand keeping our Professor in check! You can also find her taking a hit for the team when she goes “On the Road”, all over the Italian countryside, visiting wineries and interviewing producers, enjoying their best food and wine – all in the name of bringing us great Pods! To learn more visit: Facebook: @steviekim222 Instagram: @steviekim222 Website: vinitalyinternational.com/wordpress/ Let's keep in touch! Follow us on our social media channels: Instagram @italianwinepodcast Facebook @ItalianWinePodcast Twitter @itawinepodcast Tiktok @MammaJumboShrimp LinkedIn @ItalianWinePodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin!

Mooooving Day – Transhumance and the Impact on Dairy Cultures Presented by Adam Centamore Every spring, Swiss dairy farmer Béat Piller escorts his 56 cows up the slope of the 6,000-foot Alp Vounetz to a grazing pasture and hand-built stable. They will stay there for the next six months, making milk and cheese every single day. In late autumn, they will descend back down to the valley where his family lives year-round. It's a routine that has existed for millenia. This seasonal shifting, called transhumance, is not uniquely Swiss. Similar journeys are found in Italy, Argentina, France, Brazil…pretty much everywhere on earth where herd animals and mountains or highlands co-exist. While it may seem like a lot of work to simply let animals graze on “the grass up there”, its actually a brilliant solution designed to help valley communities grow and thrive. Do join us to learn more about this elegant cultural practice with culinary educator and author Adam Centamore. He'll discuss the history, how it works, and why it matters. Beyond the nuts and bolts of transhumance, Adam will also share some secrets of how seasonal grazing impacts some of the world's favorite alpine cheeses like Swiss Gruyère, Emmentaler, and French Comté, and how to seek out these curdy treasures. Using pictures, stories, and artifacts from his first-hand experiences with transhumance, Adam will share his love of cheese, culture, and culinary travel in what is sure to be an entertaining, informative evening. Notes from the presentation: Adam Centamore: adam@eatdrinklearn.com www.eatdrinklearn.com @eatdrinklearn Wine: Chignin (Jacquere), Chasselas, Pinot Blanc, legit Pinot Grigoi, Poulsard, Lagrein, Pinot Nero, Schiava www.formaggiokitchen.com Cheeses mentioned: Gruyere Alpage, Comté, Grand Cru, Extra Grand Cru Recorded via Zoom on January 25, 2023 CONNECT WITH CULINARY HISTORIANS OF CHICAGO ✔ MEMBERSHIP https://culinaryhistorians.org/member... ✔ EMAIL LIST http://culinaryhistorians.org/join-ou... ✔ S U B S C R I B E https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Y0... ✔ F A C E B O O K https://www.facebook.com/CulinaryHist... ✔ PODCAST 2008 to Present https://culinaryhistorians.org/podcasts/ By Presenter https://culinaryhistorians.org/podcas... ✔ YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Y0... ✔ W E B S I T E https://www.CulinaryHistorians.org

Maria Valetta, certified sommelier, also known as Maria The Wine Blonde, and Robert Tas explore the wine list at Mon Ami Gabi, an expansive restaurant at the base of the Vegas Eiffel Tower in the Paris Hotel Casino. This restaurant feels and looks classically French. They serve authentic French cuisine and a wine list that offers more than 80 boutique French wines by the bottle or glass. Maria shares her expert recommendations on both wine notes and pairings.  Wines reviewed include: 2018 Pinot Blanc, the Dopff & Irion 2018 Jacky Janodet Domaine, Les Fines Grave Moulin-a-vent Beaujolais Cru 2016 Peter Michael Mon Plaisir, Knights Valley Chardonnay For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Do you have Transferable Skills?  Why would it be important to have “ transferable skills”. And what are such skills? Every company, business and yourself need skill sets: One's ability to sell products, a marketing maven, digital and otherwise, expert with business applications; Excel,Google Docs  Of course , public speaking! ( skills that DON'T add value: procrastination, gossip, inflexible)   Kundalini Yoga and Meditation  Children's yoga virtual class HARIPRAKAASH https://youtu.be/lwOTuCfTTT0Made in Meditation virtual classes https://youtu.be/7Kf-f0SPcM0  am linking a colleagues podcast here for you  “ burned out business moms who also do homeschooling  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-do-i-know-if-im-burned-out/id1619365155?i=100058640709 Wine. It's the HOLIDAYS.   Thanksgiving wines begin the holiday celebrations  Please Check out non alcoholic choices also .  To begin any celebration, bubbles are always appropriate. New York Hard Ciders and Thanksgiving wines NY is the only choice, in my opinion, and the best producers of Hard ciders.  Angry Orchard is the most popular NY hard cider and the most widely distributed.  Ryan Burk is the Cider Master.  He treats cider making as though he was making a fine wine, in that he discusses, native, wild yeasts, terroir and fermentation. They use predominantly New York State apples, Baldwin, Rome and Rhode Island green apples that are grown in New York.  Once they are picked in September, October, they sort by hand,  on a conveyer belt.  They toss out the bad apples and then run the apples through a shower. Next the apples get a good soaking to remove dirt, stones and stems.  Lastly a final wash before they go to the “ mashing process.”  This produces the juice sans pumice.  Ryan talks about native and wild yeasts which occur naturally on the apple skins and leaves. This produces specific terroir ( my kind of language).  The fermentation takes place in used barrels which are neutral, meaning no oak flavor, is imparted to the cider blend. The ciders are usually filtered. Ryan mentions that they experiment with wine yeasts also.  Great video on the entire process.  https://youtu.be/iIriESwXy2c The top ciders in my opinion are: https://www.angryorchard.com/, http://www.aaronburrcider.com/, http://www.badseedhardcider.com/ Our American fare is quite heavy.  Therefore you want wines that will cut through the fatThanksgiving wines are the hot topic of course.  Many people choose Pinot Noir or another red.  These are actually not good choices because our American holiday fare is very rich.  We actually want wines that cut the fat and richness of our Thanksgiving feast. Therefore a full bodied white wine such as Chardonnay,  only slightly oaked, preferably unoaked  is better. Sauvignon Blanc is also a perfect choice. If you want to choose domestic wines, I suggest: ZD WINES Napa: Chardonnay is stunning.  They produce a very crisp Sauvignon Blanc. They make a very substantial Pinot Noir and they are famous for their Cabernet. www.ZDWines.com. Robert SINSKEY also Napa is famous for his Pinot Noir. However, choose the Pinot Blanc and the Abraxas ( white varietals blend) and definitely the Vin Gris of Pinot Noir, which is  a Rose'.   Yes Rose's are really the exciting wines for Thanksgiving.  www.Robert SINSKEY.com all organic vines.  I prefer the European style wines however, for Thanksgiving. Therefore I would choose an AOC Chablis, a chenin Blanc from Loire, a Sancerre also.  You might venture into Cru Beaujolais for the reds.  Serve these gamay varietal wines slightly chilled.  Contact vahail1956@gmail.com for prices and where to purchase. www.chezvalerie.us @valeriehail

Stephanie and Eduard Tscheppe Eselbock are the proprietors and wine makers at Gut Oggau, their winery in Oggau in the Burgenland region of Austria. They restored a 17th century winery and now farm biodynamically. They created a unique family of wines by field blending the grapes of the region. Christian Tschida is a fourth-generation winemaker in the Burgenland region of Austria. Christian farms organically and biodynamically with incredible attention to detail in the vineyard and the cellar. Christian has helped pioneer the low intervention, natural wine movement in Austria and beyond. His wines are aromatic textured, with finesse, ranging from Pinot Blanc to Zwiegelt, Riesling, Syrah and more. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support The Grape Nation by becoming a member!The Grape Nation is Powered by Simplecast.

Hey!  As we missed last week, we'll double up on House of the Dragon recaps.  Spoilers abound!  Proceed with caution. To pair with this Dragonfest, we drink some delicious Pinot Blanc.  If you'd like to learn more about the wine we enjoy in this episode, click here! Next up, our Halloween season kicks off with a flick... The post House of the Dragon, Episodes 5-6 *spoilers* appeared first on Cinemavino.

In this Movie Mailbag Monday, I flip around the question from last week:  What are the 5 best movies I've reviewed for the website, from 2018-2022.  Out of 600ish reviews, these are the cream of the crop!  Also, this week's wine of the week is Pinot Blanc, a delicious white. Next up, we wind up our... The post Movie Mailbag Monday: Best Movies Ever appeared first on Cinemavino.

Established in 1982, Etude was founded on the philosophy that winemaking begins in the vineyard, long before harvest, and that superior grape growing allows our winemakers to craft wines of exceptional varietal expression and finesse. This ethos remains unwavering as the winery continues to build upon its established legacy of exemplary Pinot Noir. The integration of this tenet allows for the continual cultivation of the highest-quality wines, reflective of the profound influences of the land and the seasons, as well as the hand of its stewards.Etude, which in French means “study,” specializes in a selection of aromatic whites and classical red varietals, such as Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. Though modeled after the best in Burgundy, Bordeaux and Alsace, these wines clearly speak to their New World origins, offering rich, concentrated fruit with elegant structure and an opulent mouthfeel for the reds, and lifted, delicate fruit with vibrant acidity and freshness for the whites. Our Estate Pinot Noirs, including a highly esteemed bottling made from rare heirloom selections and two single-vineyard offerings, are vinified from grapes grown on the Etude estate vineyards at Grace Benoist Ranch, nestled in the cool Carneros region. Other wines derived from our estate vineyards at Grace Benoist Ranch include our white wine selections of Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris. The fruit for our Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from superlative terroirs within the districts of Oakville, Rutherford and Coombsville, as part of the greater Napa Valley landscape.

The podcast goes back to Mosel, Germany with Axel Pauly, the winemaker and owner of Weingut Axel Pauly.  Axel has gone from “rising star” in Mosel to just “star” as his portfolio of Rieslings and Pinot Blanc were damn impressive from bone dry to off-dry to everything in between. Conversation spans from the hardships that comes from making wine in this region of the world (Shoes melting!!!!), how the accidental production of “Rose” between Axel and his father would soon lead to his transition as head winemaker and the harrowing tale of his winery burning down a decade ago.

Wines: 2020 Willm Reserve Pinot Blanc and  2019 Arthur Metz GewürztraminerContinuing in our "if you like this, try that" series, we have some varietals Riesling lovers should try: Pinot Blanc and Gewürztraminer. Both these wines come from the Alsace region of France, so we dig into some of the history, wine-making style and soil composition of the area as well as giving information on the flavor profile of wines typically made from the Pinot Blanc and Gewürztraminer grape.If you're looking to branch out from your tried and true bottle of Riesling or if you're just looking to learn a little about these grapes or if you just love listening to us talk wine, this is your ep! Listen today!About UsBuy us a Mimosa!Wines To Find Podcast,  Finalist in the 12th Annual TASTE AWARDS  in  four categories. -Best Drink or Beverage Program-Best New Series-Best Single Topic Series-Best Food or Drink PodcastWe have been listed in the Top 50 wine podcasts! https://blog.feedspot.com/wine_podcasts/==============Music from https://filmmusic.io "Night In Venice" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Looking for a new white wine to try or a good new summer sipper? Then look no further than Pinot Blanc! Wait, did you mean Pinot Grigio or Pinot Gris?!? No, we mean Pinot Blanc! Pinot Blanc is a relative of Pinot Grigio and Pinot Noir, but is a delicious and affordable white wine all its own. In this episode, we taste and review three different Pinot Blancs from different parts of the world - Germany, Oregon, and Canada - to let you know what we think and advise you on what to look for. And, we can tell you that these Pinot Blancs all had something different and unique to offer. Pinot Blanc is a less commonly known white wine varietal that is worth checking out, and is a good option for those who love Chardonnay as well as those who love Pinot Grigio. Wines reviewed in this episode: 2020 Five Vineyards Pinot Blanc, 2019 Compton Pinot Blanc, and 2018 Bocking Pinot Blanc.

The tea is on location today in Kristen's backyard as we crash her staycation! The ladies are drinking a 2019 Pinot Blanc from Palmer Vineyards, a delicious summer wine! We have your 4th of July Fireworks guide and some more #LongIslandLife for you. (Links below). Kristen and Sharon also talk about Anna Delvey, travel etiquette, and more Discover Long Island winning even more awards.**GIVEAWAY ALERT!**Win a ticket to Long Island Wine CampFollow our INSTAGRAM @longislandteapodcast to find out how to win$1500 value!Long Island Wine CampJuly 26-27Details at:https://www.commonwealthwineschool.com/shop/p/long-island-wine-camp-2022-july-26-27#LONGISLANDLIFEFIREWORKS GUIDE:Connetquot River 6/30 connetquotfireworks.comAlive On 25 7/1 downtownriverhead.orgEisenhower Park Lakeside Theater 7/1 nassaucountyny.govLong Island Ducks Postgame 7/1-3 liducks.comRiverhead Raceway 7/2 riverheadraceway.comOrient Harbor 7/3 orientfireworks.comEmpire State Fair 7/4 empirestatefair.comStars Over Montauk 7/4 montaukchamber.comBald Hill July 4th Grucci 7/4 licommunityhospitalamp.comJones Beach July Fourth 7/4 fireworks.jonesbeach.comCaptain Lou Fleet Fireworks Cruise 7/4 captloufleet.comDan's Taste Food and Wine Events in the Hamptons:https://danstaste.comNewsday: "LIU team mines Robert Moses' records to create searchable database” By Robert Brodskyhttps://www.newsday.com/long-island/records-archive-robert-moses-long-island-university-kn7vrwe9ABOUT LONG ISLAND TEA:For more details on our show, visit https://discoverlongisland.com/tea.TAG US!@DiscoverLongIsland and @LongIslandTeaPodcast and join the conversation!WINE OF THE WEEK:Palmer Vineyards Pinot Blanc: Flavors of pineapple, allspice and vanillahttps://www.palmervineyards.comLong Island Tea is sponsored by Long Island Wine Country. Visit https://liwines.com/TEA TIME:Kristen and Sharon's recommendations are listed on Amazon!www.amazon.com/shop/discoverlongislandWATCH US:And SUBSCRIBE on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/DiscoverLongIslandNYFOLLOW US:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Long-Island-Tea-Podcast-101538728517461Twitter: https://twitter.com/longislandteapodcastWRITE TO US:Email spillthetea@discoverlongisland.comRATE AND REVIEW US:on Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/long-island-tea/id1538642018WEAR US:Shop Long Island gear at https://shop.discoverlongisland.com Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weißweine aus Frankreichs NordostenWir machen uns auf über die Grenze von der Schweiz nach Frankreich. Endlich! Frankreich - der Nabel zumindest der Weinwelt. Jeder, der sich bisschen mit Wein auskennen möchte, kommt an le grande nation nicht vorbei. Egal ob es den persönlichen Geschmack oder die Trinkgewohnheiten entspricht. Aus Frankreich kommen einfach die erfolgreichsten Rebsorten und die damit verbundenen bzw. erzeugten Weinstile sind Vorbild und Idol in aller Herren Länder. Wenn man die bekanntesten und wichtigsten Stile oder Herkünfte Frankreichs aufzählt, denkt allerdings kaum jemand an das Elsass. Durch die wechselhafte Geschichte und Zugehörigkeit dieses Landstrichs ist es vielleicht auch nicht so unmittelbar mit dem kulturellen Kern dieser Nation verbunden. Das hat sich auch in der Sprache, der Kultur und letztlich auch in den verwendeten Rebsorten niedergeschlagen. Der deutsche Einfluss verblasst aber immer mehr und nur die älteren Generation sprechen noch deutsch. Die Lage zwischen Rhein und den Hügeln der Vogesen bringen diesem schmalen, langgezogenen Anbaugebiet ein warmes aber vor allem ein sehr trockenes Klima. So überrascht es wenig, dass vor allem der Gewurztraminer (sic!), hier schnell an Säure verliert und schwer, barock ausfällt mit ordentlich viel Alkohol. Nicht gerade das, was der Trend bei den Konsumenten ist. Die Corona-Krise mit dem zeitweisen Zusammenbruch des Tourismus ließ den Absatz dieses Elsässer Unikats fast vollständig zusammenbrechen. Die dort angebauten Burgunderrebsorten wie Pinot Blanc und Auxerroisgelingen bei guten Erzeugern aber auch sehr frisch, knackig und leicht, wie wir in dieser Verkostung schmecken werden. Ich wünsche Euch viel Spaß beim Hören und Probeiren und sende Euch genußreiche Grüße Euer Florian Weinakademiker – Diploma in Wine and Spirits (DipWSET)

Alexandra O'Gorman, Tom Simoneau & Niki Williams. Chateau St. Jean winemaker Niki Williams and Alexandra O'Gorman from Foley Family Wines join Steve Jaxon, Harry Duke and Tom Simoneau on California Wine Country today. Dan Berger is away this week. Alexandra O'Gorman's title is Senior Director of Luxury Sonoma Estates at Foley Family Wines. Niki Williams is the winemaker at Chateau St. Jean winery. Alexandra tells how the company has invested in many family wineries and they have also acquired Chateau St. Jean. They have done renovations to the winery and they have brought winemaking back to Chateau St. Jean. Tom Simoneau tells the story of how a previous owner stopped winemaking on site. Wine has not been made there since 2016, so all the equipment is being renovated and replaced. The estate vineyards are also being refreshed. While they are tasting a Pinot Blanc, Niki Williams tells her winemaking history. With a bachelors degree in English she graduated without “a clue.” She stated doing acting and improv and worked with a travel company where she got an exposure to wine while traveling to Europe. She decided to become a winemaker and studied at UC Davis. She worked at the Starmont winery and for some Constellation wineries, Franciscan, Mt. Veeder and The Prisoner Wine Company. Alexandra O'Gorman describes her job for Foley Family Wines where she oversees several wineries that they have purchased. They focus on a guest experience with fine wine, beautiful locations and new culinary choices. Their first vintage was 1974. Chateau St. Jean is promoting their Summer Fête, a French-themed soirée, on July 9. Tasting Chateau St. Jean Wines They are tasting the Alexander Valley Pinot Blanc. Most of the fruit is from Robert Young vineyards. 40% fermented in barrels and 60% in steel tanks, so it is balanced between the barrel & lees contact flavors and the steely flavors. It has creamy pear flavors from the oak but is very well balanced. Click the logo to visit our sponsor Bottle Barn online for the coolest bargains on wine, beer and spirits. The Belle Terre Chardonnay is a single-vineyard wine and one of the first. They try to capture the unique terroir of the vineyard. This vineyard is in Alexander Valley in the southern part, close to the Russian River. This is 100% barrel fermented for the creamy mid-pallette texture. It does not get full ML so you also get the fresh acidity. Tom Simoneau compares it to his own Brenda Lee Chardonnay, made similarly. It is less creamy than the Pinot Blanc. The acidity brings out the lovely minerality on the finish, which comes from the soils. The vines have been around since at least the early 70s. Lastly they taste a Pinot Noir, which Niki calls her favorite grape. This is the 2017 Benoit Ranch Pinot Noir. This vineyard is in the northwest corner of Carneros in Sonoma. Tom Simoneau likes the finish, it has a “soft grip.”

Wines: 2020 Trois Noix Sauvignon Blanc & 2019 Carpenter Pinot BlancGuest: Nadine BrownTo finish off March's Celebration of Women in Wine, we are joined by Nadine Brown. Nadine is a sommelier, wine communicator and educator, has served as a wine judge and is on multiple advisory boards in the wine industry. We first met Nadine in March 2021 in our Clubhouse Chatroom discussing Women in Wine. We have followed her ever since, loving her authenticity and commitment to ensuring the wine world is more mindful of including those that have been underrepresented.As we talk with Nadine, the wines we sip and discuss are from two women whose contributions to the wine world we wanted to celebrate. Nadine  tell us about her relationship with Trois Noix's winemaker Jamie  Araujo, and her approach to winemaking. For wine number two, we are revisiting Laura Carpenter's wines, this time with a Pinot Blanc. Laura was featured on Ep 74 and we loved connecting with her and hearing her wine story of somm turned vintner. If you're looking to source some wines from women in the industry, this ep is packed with dynamic women's contributions to the wine world and is a great resource for you. Listen today to hear more!Buy us a Mimosa!Wines To Find Podcast,  Finalist in the 12th Annual TASTE AWARDS  in  four categories. -Best Drink or Beverage Program-Best New Series-Best Single Topic Series-Best Food or Drink PodcastWe have been listed in the Top 50 wine podcasts! https://blog.feedspot.com/wine_podcasts/==============Music from https://filmmusic.io "Night In Venice" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) 

To download the transcript CLICK HERE I am joined by Anne Krebiehl MW (editor-in-chief of Falstaff International) for Part 2 and in this episode, we are looking at the wines of Germany and the lesser-known wine regions. We will also focus on some of the lesser-known grape varieties such as Silvaner and talk about Sekt, Germanys sparkling wines. Throughout you will pick up lot of German words and terms to help you with those labels. GIVEAWAY!! There is a giveaway running on my instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat where you can wine a copy of the latest Falstaff Magazine (the place for wine, food and travel). It's open till Monday 26th March at 6pm. If you do not have instagram you can always email me janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk with the word Falstaff and I will add you in manually: GOOD LUCK!! If you want to skip ahead: 2.12: My winery of the week: Weingut Horst Sauer 4.00: The grape variety SCHEUREBE 5.18: Alcohol content in German wine and the ripeness levels and sugar levels 6.32: Tasting the Horst Sauer Escherndorfer lump Scheurebe Spätlese 2019 £19.99 Hedley Wright Wine Merchants 8.43: Chat with Anne - discussing her wining wine book of the year 2020 for The Wines of Germany 10.36: The grape variety SILVANER 17.11: The iconic Bocksbeutel bottle used in Franken wine region 18.54: Franken wine region 20.33: Sekt - Germanys sparkling wine 23.27: Großes Gewächs: Germans premium dry wines 24.11: The VDP quality growers association 25.11: Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc in Germany 26.48: Sachsen and Saale-Unstrut wine regions 33.47: Master of Riesling and rising star of Rheingau: Eva Fricke Fancy watching some videos on my youtube channel: Eat Sleep Wine Repeat Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat or on email: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk Until next time, Cheers to you!

Jeff Pisoni Jeff Pisoni, the winemaker at Pisoni Vineyards is our guest today on California Wine Country with Steve Jaxon and Dan Berger. Pisoni Vineyards is located in the Santa Lucia Highlands appellation of Monterey County. Jeff describes going to Fresno State to learn enology but learned the craft and the artistic side of winemaking from his father. He was always fascinated by winemaking and the complex interaction between vines and the wine, while his brother was focussed on the farming. They share and balance their specialties. Dan Berger says that this is an interesting moment because winemakers are making wines beside Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. There used to be some Riesling in the area and there is so little now. (Dan Berger is a huge Riesling fan.) Pisoni Vineyards is located in the Santa Lucia highlands in Monterey County. The wind coming off the ocean is cold because of the depth of the trench off the Monterey coast. This makes the Salinas Valley the lettuce capital of the world, where they have more days under 70 degrees in Summer than anywhere else in the country. This same weather is ideal for cool climate grapes at higher elevations. It's a rustic agricultural area, without a lot of tasting rooms. First they taste a Rosé from a wine brand of theirs called Lucy. It is whole-cluster pressed Rosé, which Dan Berger compares to a sparkling Rosé without bubbles. Click the logo to visit our sponsor Bottle Barn online for the best deals on wine, beer and spirits, including Pisoni wines. Next they taste a white Alsatian blend, made of Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc. In the early days of planting in Monterey County, these varietals were planted although others are more well-known. Dan Berger says you can taste both varieties, some anise from the Pinot Gris and steeliness from the Pinot Blanc. You might wait a year and these flavors will mature. A Family Operation Jeff Pisoni and his brother Mark and his father Gary all run the family operation. His grandparents started farming and made home wine, but his father planted grapes in 1982 and his passion for wine started as a collector in the 1970s. He just wanted to make wine and jokes that he planted the vineyard because he was drinking his wine collection too quickly. Jeff learned hillside viticultural techniques in Europe. He tried six dry wells before he found enough water for the vineyard. When his father planted grapes in these locations, people were skeptical. Dan Berger says it takes a crazy pioneer to do what he did. Jeff and his brothers grew up around the lettuce fields. He was interested in the science and chemistry and took a degree in enology at Fresno State and he learned the craft from his father. Dan Berger mentions that there used to be some Riesling in Monterey County and it would be a good place for it still today. When Jeff was fresh out of college, they were working with a winery that helped them make wine. He knew he needed experience and stayed in the area so he could learn from the wine community around him. Also, there were a lot of refrigerated trucks around for the vegetable business, which they used to bring the grapes to the winery in Sonoma County. Also, all the cork and glass suppliers are all in the area. They have a facility in Rhonert Park, custom built to their specs. The last wine tasted is a Pisoni Estate Pinot Noir. Jeff's father Gary Pisoni was planting Pinot Noir while others were still planting Cabernet in Monterey County. Dan Berger says the key thing with Pinot Noir is to pick at the right date, not too early or late. In Santa Lucia Highlands, with all the wind, you have to walk the vineyard twice a day, in order to get the harvest date right.

ORANGE. The color of sunsets, fruit, and maybe the color of this wine? That's up for debate. Nina and Gaby try this Field Blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Blanc. Between Us is from LA based Coly Den Haan and Angelica Luna, in collaboration with winemaker Rosanna Stefano on the border of Collio and Friuli in Italy. "Botany & Barrels" theme produced by Bryan Kastelan.