Podcasts about Syrah

SAMEDI 06 JUIN 2026Hélène Jaume - Vignobles Alain Jaume (Vallée du Rhône)Implantés au nord de Châteauneuf-du-Pape, les Vignobles Alain Jaume perpétuent depuis 1826 la tradition des grands vins de la Vallée du Rhône. La famille valorise avec exigence les cépages emblématiques tels que le Grenache, la Syrah et le Mourvèdre, à travers des terroirs soigneusement travaillés. Engagés dans une viticulture respectueuse du vivant, ils élaborent des vins élégants et authentiques, reflets fidèles de leur terroir rhodanien.Louis de Lambert - FIDÉwinePortée par la vision de Louis, FIDÉwine est un acteur spécialisé du négoce et de l'accompagnement des domaines viticoles. Elle sélectionne et valorise des cuvées à forte identité, tout en soutenant la distribution et la stratégie commerciale de ses partenaires en France et à l'international. Engagée aux côtés de producteurs exigeants, FIDÉwine crée des passerelles durables fondées sur la qualité, la confiance et la passion du vin.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Dalla Val Gardena ai ghiacciai della Val Senales, con la nuova cantina MoncalisseRagazzi, buona domenica e buona prima settimana di giugno! Pronti a scappare dal caldo e rifugiarvi con me tra vette spettacolari e calici d'autore?Chiudete gli occhi e respirate l'aria pura di un weekend tra i monti del Friuli Venezia Giulia, dove vi porto a scoprire la nuovissima ed emozionante Cantina Moncalisse.

In today's episode, we kick off Idaho Wine Month 2026 with our good friend, Sharalynn Richardson, sales representative for Hayden Beverage! She's brought us four wines to taste through and talk about. Idaho is producing some amazing wines these days and you should make a point of finding and drinking some! All four of these wines are available here in North Idaho. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #FridayFlowers #WineGossip Please visit the Wine Time Friends Collection page on the Philsosophy webiste and order your Wine Time Friends swag!Wines this episode:2022 Holesinsky Liquid Quack Moscato ($22 at the winery)2025 Sawtooth Pinot Gris ($12 at area wine stores)2021 Sawtooth Classic Fly GSM (Available at choice restaurants)2022 Indian Creek Wine Star Garnet ($22 at the winery)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Cinder Winery and Rivaura!Cinder Winery: Crafting world-class wines in Idaho's Snake River Valley from award-winning Viognier to bold Tempranillo and Syrah, Cinder wines showcase the region's unique volcanic soils and ideal climate. Visit cinderwines.com for more information! Cinder: Savor the taste of Idaho's finest! Rivaura: There's a new wine in town. Rivaura! Producing some of the best wines Idaho has to offer, Rivaura now has a tasting room in Coeur d'Alene! They are open Wednesday through Saturday! When you stop by, say 'hi' to Cooper! Visit https://rivaura.com for more information or simply call, 208 667-1019!The Eternal Wine Wine Word of the Week - Proprietary Blend Proprietary Blend Is a wine blend that is marketed under a unique, trademarked name created by the winery, rather than being named after a specific grape variety or a traditional European region.Eternal Wine: Are you a Rhone Ranger or just really love Syrah? Then you need to check out Eternal Wine! Their focus is on single vineyard Rhone valley wines in Washington State. Also check out their Drink Washington State brand of approachable wines! Visit https://eternalwine.com for more information or simply call 509-240-6258. Eternal Wine: Drink Wine, Be Happy.*Check out The (Almost) Tragic Story of Carménère by Eternal Wine by visiting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucKOK6oRKVsMentions: Philsosophy, Russell and Sarah Mann, Edward Holmes, Fred Meyer, Mark Cooke, Massican, Dan Petroski, Caitlin Holesinsky and Holesinsky Vineyards, Brad Ford, Illahe Vineyards, Jeff Whitman, Selkirk Abbey, Bombastic, VinGarde Valise, Seasons of Coeur d'Alene, Mollydooker Wines, Sara Lane, Pilgrim's Market, Michael Hamilton, Total Wine & More, David Hoffman, Long Cellars, Melanie Krause, Holland Stevens, Daniel Bentley, GaryVee wine Club, Brad Binko and Chris Cochran.Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Mauricio Lorca Chardonnay, Mark Ryan The Vincent Chardonnay, Dave Harvey Merlot, Long Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon and Cinder Syrah.Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back! Wine Time Fridays Rating System: Phenomenal 

Jocelyn Bentley-Prestwich plants peonies, daffodils, and alliums underneath her grape vines, and she has quadrupled the value of every linear foot of her vineyard by doing it.She runs Cluster Flock Farms and Vineyard on twenty-five acres in Husum, Washington, where she grows wine grapes for some of the best winemakers in the Columbia Gorge, raises chickens and ducks and geese, runs flower subscriptions and a flower stand on Highway 141, and books a la carte wedding florals. She is also a queer female farmer who walked into a male-dominated wine industry that did not make room for her, and refused to leave.In this episode: What it looks like to be a female farmer in a male-dominated industry, and the moment Jocelyn started saying "tell me I can't and I'll show you I can" The regenerative companion planting strategy that increased the value of every linear foot of her vineyard by four times The day she stopped calling her farm Blue Elk Farms and renamed it Cluster Flock, and how naming the mess set her free "Side of the road mode," the lesson Jocelyn's mother taught her about letting go of what you cannot control What she would tell the version of herself from ten years ago who did not yet know if she belongedIf you have ever felt behind, or like you do not quite belong, or like you are barely holding it together this season, this is your episode. Share it with another farmer who needs to hear it.Guest BioJocelyn Bentley-Prestwich is the owner of Cluster Flock Farms and Vineyard in Husum, Washington. She has been stewarding twenty-five acres in the Columbia Gorge since 2014 alongside her wife Lacy. Raised by a botanist mother and an organic chemist father, Jocelyn has been in plants her entire professional life. She started in horticulture as a teenager, worked in garden design and at-risk-youth education in the San Francisco Bay Area, and made her way to the Pacific Northwest with a long list of land requirements and a dream of building something diverse and regenerative. Today she grows Tempranillo, Gewurztraminer, Muscat, and Syrah grapes for Gorge winemakers, runs flower subscriptions, an a la carte wedding florals business, and a flower stand on Highway 141. She is a queer farmer, a mother, and a self-described nerd who believes everything is connected.Connect With Jocelyn Website: https://clusterflockfarms.com Instagram: @clusterflockflowersFor Show Notes And More Podcast Details: https://thefloweringfarmhouse.com/the-backyard-bouquet-podcast/Sign up for our newsletter: https://thefloweringfarmhouse.myflodesk.com/backyardbouquetpodcastSave the Date: The Dahlia Design Summit is coming September 13-18. Join the waitlist now for early-bird ticket access: https://thefloweringfarmhouse.myflodesk.com/dahliadesignsummitwaitlist

DIMANCHE 31 MAI 2026Thierry Bellicaud - Maison Jean Loron (Beaujolais)Fondée en 1711, la Maison Jean Loron est une référence historique du Beaujolais et du Mâconnais, portée par plus de trois siècles de savoir-faire. Son vignoble de 220 ha révèle la diversité des terroirs et sublime l'élégance du Gamay Noir et la finesse du Chardonnay. Engagée dans une viticulture durable, dont une partie en bio, la maison signe des vins authentiques, équilibrés et fidèles à leur origine.Yves Borel - Cave de Saint-Chinian (Languedoc)Au cœur du vignoble languedocien, la Cave de Saint-Chinian incarne l'esprit coopératif et l'excellence d'une appellation aux terroirs riches et variés. Elle élabore des vins rouges, blancs et rosés issus de cépages emblématiques comme la Syrah, le Grenache et le Carignan, sur des sols de schistes, calcaires et grès. Engagée dans une viticulture durable, la cave signe des cuvées authentiques, structurées et expressives, reflet fidèle de Saint-Chinian.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Kevin Bersofsky, owner of Montagne Russe wines, is back on California Wine Country with Dan Berger and Daedalus Howell. He has been on the show before, the last time was this episode in 2024. Kevin has brought a French style sparkling Rosé. Dan likes this sparkling Rosé because it is dry. This is a 2022, 85% Pinot Noir and 15% Chard, Keller estate Petaluma Gap fruit. Kevin is very light with the dosage, 2.5 grams, here. It’s like lemons and lemonade. A little sugar makes it drinkable. 2022 was a hot year, but Kevin says there are wines before the heat, and after the heat, a tale of two completely different vintages. This was picked before the heat. Kevin calls the Petaluma Gap a sort of mini-San Francisco. At about five o’clock, a coastal breeze comes in. The effects are well known. First, the wind slows the maturation of the grape. Also, the wind stops the photosynthesis of the leaves. This favors thicker skins and color. It also keeps the acid levels up.++++++California 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! ++++++ Kevin says he waits for acidity to come down before sugars get too high. In other places, you reach sugar maturity and acid maturity at the same time. Kevin picks on 3 criteria. Flavor is first. He can taste and predict Brix. When he tastes something, he knows. He has a flavor catalog in mind. For example, the Roberts Road vineyard, he has flavor criteria, and he knows what he wants. Dan says California can have fruit, acid and body without having to sacrifice one. Greg Jones is a meteorologist and Oregon farmer, who runs a weather forecast site. Visit the Abacela winery website. Too much oak. Chardonnay in California usually has too much oak. Kevin’s Montagne Russe Chardonnay is different. It has a bit of lemon oil and tropical fruit. But the acid is holding everything together. 2023 was a cold year. He did half ML on this wine. They use Puncheon barrels, which are 2.2 times larger than regular barrels. That puts less oak per unit of volume, onto the wine. Next, they taste a 2022 Pinot Noir with spectacular color. 2022 was a difficult vintage. The fruit came from the Sangiacomo family vineyard. Dan says the grower gets credit. When you pay premium prices for fruit, you also get the grower’s expertise and personal care. Dan finds this wine faintly rustic, as opposed to the bright cherry and berry. It’s a different kind of Pinot Noir. Petaluma Gap always delivers because it has more than just cold climate. It is more subtle and has more character. When Kevin has picked, he asks around to see who else has picked. Sometimes he’s the first. Gary Farrell would often pick early too and made great wine. +++++ On June 9 at 6 pm, the Healdsburg Wine Library is opening the new Millie Howie Memorial Garden and Patio. It’s free to the public and tickets are available at the Healdsburg Wine Library events page. +++++ The last wine is the Syrah. They have 23 bottles left. 2022 Petaluma Gap Syrah from Keller Estate. The Keller estate had some extra Syrah and Viognier that they offered to him. “Co-fermentation time!” says Dan. They put it all together, 100% whole cluster, 9% Viognier. It spent the final 8 months in stainless steel. He created an entirely different label for it. It came alive after a year in bottle. Dan says that this one “identifies” Syrah, which is meaty in a fruit sense, it’s not gamey. The Wind to Wine Festival is coming, October 17, 2026. Start planning now! 

Text the ShowAdelaide Hills offers ideal sites for Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir. It reinforces that South Australia is quite diverse, with a wine style for everyone. Invest 10 minutes to remind yourself why it is important to buy and sell the wines of Adelaide Hills.ExploreShaw + Smith

DIMANCHE 24 MAI 2026Pierre Prost - Château de Javernand (Beaujolais)Sur les hauteurs de Chiroubles, à 430 m d'altitude, le Château de Javernand est un domaine familial fondé en 1917 et aujourd'hui conduit par Arthur Fourneau et Pierre. Pionnier en agroécologie et certifié en agriculture biologique, il valorise un terroir granitique vivant où la biodiversité guide chaque pratique. Il signe des vins fins et équilibrés, et propose une expérience immersive entre nature, dégustations et découverte du vignoble.Charles Faisant -Famille Faisant (Languedoc)Au cœur du Languedoc, près de la Méditerranée, le domaine Sainte Cécile du Parc est une propriété familiale de la Famille Faisant, alliant partage, authenticité et art de vivre. Sur 100 ha mêlant vignes et oliviers, Syrah, Grenache Noir et Mourvèdre expriment un terroir riche et contrasté à travers des vins expressifs et enracinés. Entre convivialité et immersion, le domaine propose dégustations, balades et séjours pour découvrir un univers où nature et plaisir du vin se rencontrent.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

In this episode, we're paying homage and shining the spotlight on the Judgement of Paris which happened 50 years ago this Sunday. This was a monumental event that started out as a whimper but ended up HUGE in telling the world that California is making world class wine. We are tasting those two winners today, albeit, their recent vintages.#HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #BigAssGlass #UnSkulduggeris #LesserKnownLibationsMonday #AngryPhilEasterEgg Check out episode 057 for our 45th Judgement of Paris anniversary episode. Also, visit Shelley's 2027 Planner kickstarter by clicking HERE and check out Phil's Philsosophy line by clicking HERE.Wines featured this episode:2021 Chateau Montelena Chardonnay ($75 at Total Wine & More)2022 Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Artemis ($82 at Total Wine & More)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: J. Bookwalter and Bells Up Winery!Bells Up Winery: Recovering attorney turned winemaker Dave Specter composes micro-boutique wines with the intensity of a French horn fanfare. Experience your own Bells Up moment with a private, never-double-booked tasting by calling 503-537-1328.J. Bookwalter: Celebrating their 40th year of producing award-winning wines crafted from the finest Columbia Valley vineyards, J. Bookwalter wines bring excellence and quality to every glass. Visit https://www.bookwalterwines.com for more information or simply call or 509-627-5000.And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to! The Seasons of Coeur d'Alene Wine Word of the Week - Non-ManipulatedNon Manipulated wine (often referred to as minimal intervention or low-intervention wine) is wine made with the philosophy of letting the vineyard, the vintage and the natural grape characteristics speak for themselves, without relying on heavy chemical additives, technological corrections or aggressive cellar techniques to alter the final product.Seasons of Coeur d'Alene: Experience the best of Coeur d'Alene's culinary scene at Seasons, where farm-to-table cuisine meets elegant ambiance. Don't miss their Wine Down Wednesday where all bottled wines are 50% off! Visit https://www.seasonsofcda.com/ for more information or call 208-664-8008 Mentions: David Specter, Jennifer Brummett, David Hoffman, Total Wines & More, Mark Ryan, Dossier, John Kobylt, Rush Limbauch, Bottle Joy, Bottle Shock, Joy and Curt Grady, Pour Decisions, Matthews, Elsom Cellars, Jody Elsom, Cinder, Melanie Krause, Naked Wines, Sharalynn Richardson, Brad Ford, Illahe Vineyards, Daniel Bentley.Check out episode 057 for our 45th Judgement of Paris anniversary episode. Also, visit Shelley's 2027 Planner kickstarter by clicking HERE and check out Phil's Philsosophy line by clicking HERE.Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Elsom Cellars Corks on the Loose, Cinder Rosé of Syrah, Akiyoshi La Strada Montepulciano, Matt Parish “The 24” Zinfandel, Hierogram Chardonnay, Daniel Baron Ode Cabernet Sauvignon, Casa Santos Lima Red Blend, The Vincent Chardonnay and a Araldica Albera Barbera d'Asti.Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back! Wine Time Fridays Rating System: Phenomenal 

In this show rather than one wine legend, I talk about a team of people who saved the wine world from The Great French Wine Blight of the 1860s – 1890s, which turned out to be caused a destructive, insect called phylloxera that came to Europe on American grapevines. I discuss the contributions of eight people who worked together and across continents to collectively save the European grapevine, Vitis vinifera, from extinction. Today, we drink Pinot Noir, Cabernet, Chardonnay, Riesling, and Syrah all because of the efforts of these people. This podcast is the story of what they did and how they did it.   I discuss the contributions of: Jules-Émile Planchon Gaston Bazille CV Riley Hermann Jaeger George Hussman TV Munson Leo Laliman Pierra Viala All played key roles in identifying the cause of vine death in France, and finding the solutions that would work best.    This is an important story of wine legends all wine lovers should know about! Enjoy!      Full show notes and all back episodes are on Patreon. Become a member today! www.patreon.com/winefornormalpeople _______________________________________________________________   Check out my exclusive sponsor, Wine Access.  They have an amazing selection -- once you get hooked on their wines, they will be your go-to!    To register for an AWESOME, LIVE WFNP class with Elizabeth or get a class gift certificate for the wine lover in your life go to: www.winefornormalpeople.com/classes    

  From Teen Dad to Touring Comic: Willie Macc on Pain, Parenting & Punchlines What happens when comedian Willie Macc sits down with Sarah J Halstead and Rich Chassler over a killer bottle of wine? You get one of the funniest, rawest, and most unexpectedly heartfelt episodes of Drinking During Business Hours. In this episode, Willie opens up about becoming a father at 16, building a career as a commercial actor, choosing the uncertain road of stand-up comedy, and why he's betting on himself now more than ever. The conversation dives into parenting, religion, mental health, growing up under strict rules, being on the autism spectrum, and how pain can become powerful comedy material. They also talk about Willie's upcoming special "Good Dad, Bad Father," his relationship with his son, comedy club politics, and why the long road might be the real road. If you like comedy podcasts with real depth, big laughs, and zero fake energy, this episode is for you. Guest Info Willie Macc is a comedian, writer, actor, father, and "problem solver," with his official site calling him "Your New Favorite Storyteller." His X bio describes him as going "From BET College Hill to the commercial king and touring comic." In the episode, Willie also shares that his special Good Dad, Bad Father is headed to Amazon Prime in July.  Social Links Willie Macc Website: https://www.williemacc.com/ Willie Macc X: https://x.com/funnywilliemacc Willie Macc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imwilliemacc/ In-episode handle/spelling: "Willie Mack on everything" — W-I-L-L-I-E M-A-C-C Willie Macc Official Site X  Drink of the Podcast 2017 Michel Chapoutier Costieres de Nimes A Rhône blend discussed in the episode as including Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Cinsault, and Carignan. Sarah frames it as a special bottle from the cellar, opened because Willie is a guest they genuinely wanted to celebrate.  Chapters 00:00 Intro, new glasses, upcoming shows 03:22 Opening the wine and welcoming Willie Macc 07:59 The casting advice that changed Willie's commercial career 09:39 Why Willie is choosing stand-up over comfort 12:24 Becoming a dad at 16 and the origin of Good Dad, Bad Father 16:47 Religion, preacher-family pressure, and hard questions about faith 25:20 Willie's son, parenting, and autism 36:43 Fathers, grandparents, discipline, and what changes over time 43:38 The stand-up grind and comedy club politics 46:20 Mental health, dark thoughts, and staying in the fight 48:20 Braille, perspective, and Willie's dark comedy film idea 50:20 Questions for God, upcoming special, socials, and outro Drink of the Podcast 2017 Michel Chapoutier Costieres de Nimes A Rhône blend discussed in the episode as including Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Cinsault, and Carignan. Sarah frames it as a special bottle from the cellar, opened because Willie is a guest they genuinely wanted to celebrate. Host Links FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS! Sarah IG @sarahhalstead https://www.instagram.com/sarahhalstead/?hl=en  FB @sarahjhalsteadcomic https://www.facebook.com/sarahjhalsteadcomic/ X @sarahjhalstead  https://twitter.com/sarahjhalstead  Website   @SarahHalstead | sarahjhalstead.com Rich IG @richchassler https://www.instagram.com/richchassler/ FB @chasslerfans https://www.facebook.com/Chasslerfans/ X @richchassler https://x.com/richchassler  Website  richardchassler.com

In todays episode, we continue to honor Oregon Wine Month 2026 while combining our Wine is Like Music Series! French Horn player, Jennifer Brummett joins Bells Up Winery winemaker, David Specter, Shelley and Phil for another round of Wine is Like Music. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #CheersingPlease visit Wines featured this episode:2024 Bells Up Rhapsody Pinot Blanc ($38 at the winery) 2022 Bells Up Titan Pinot Noir ($52 at the winery)2022 Bells Up Maestro Pinot Noir ($58 at the winery)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Liberty Lake Wine Cellars andCinder Winery!Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Looking for amazing wine? Taste Liberty Lake Wine Cellars' big, bold reds from Red Mountain, along with their delightful Tahija whites and Rosés. Join their Wine Club for exclusive benefits including their Thursday Wine Club night. Get all the details at https://www.libertylakewinecellars.com/ or call 509-255-9205. Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Celebrating 20 years of making exceptional Washington wine!Cinder Winery: Crafting world-class wines in Idaho's Snake River Valley from award-winning Viognier to bold Tempranillo and Syrah, Cinder wines showcase the region's unique volcanic soils and ideal climate. Visit cinderwines.com for more information! Cinder: Savor the taste of Idaho's finest! And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to! The Pilgrim's Market Wine Word of the Week - AttackIn Music: Attack refers to the very beginning of a note—how the player starts the sound (is it sharp and punchy or soft and gradual?). In Wine: Attack (or the entry) is the very first impression a wine makes on your palate. It's that initial burst of acidity or fruit before the "mid-palate" takes over. Pilgrim's Market: Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day, weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730!Mentions: Sara Spector, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Spokane Symphoney, Whitworth University, Panhandle Symphony Orchestra and Mark Lathrop.Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Mauricio Lorca Angel's Selection Chardonnay, Hightower Reserve Red Blend, Cinder Syrah and a Liberty Lake Petit Verdot.Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back! Wine Time Fridays Rating System: Phenomenal 

Don Chigazola is back with Chigazola Merchants French wines on California Wine Country with Dan Berger and Daedalus Howell. Don Chigazola receives the first Golden Corkscrew with a fanfare for brass orchestra, for being a guest ten times on CWC. The last time Don Chigazola was on CWC was this episode last January, with a selection of wines he imports from Italy. Today, we will taste Chigazola Merchants French wines, which Don has just begun to import. These wines come from a vineyard and winery called Domaine Tour Campanets, located about an hour north of Aix en Provence in a village called Les Puys. Don has brought five bottles, two whites, two Rosés and one red blend. The winemaker is Emanuelle Baude, the daughter of the family that bought the property decades ago. The first is a Rosé, made of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah. We’ll hear a lot of those varietals today, since they make up a lot of the production in Provence. California 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! Chigazola Merchants French Wines Don Chigazola opened Chigazola Merchants 14 years ago after retiring from Med Tech. The regulatory process took 6 months, but he finally got federal and state licenses to import, distribute and retail wines from Europe. They have been importing wines from Italy for 13 years, including most of the well-known Italian varietals, from 12 of the 20 regions covered. They developed an interest in French wines when his wife Debbie tasted some French Roses. Now, Chigazola Merchants French wines are coming in through the same process they have for importing Italian wines. Dan says that this Rosé wine carries so much more of that tropical fruit plus spice component from the Grenache. The Syrah is there for flavor but not or intensity. Dan says that Grenache makes the best Rosé in Provence. It’s delicate but dry, loaded with flavor. Domaine Tour de Campanets There is a centuries-old tower on the property, Tour de Campanets means bell tower in Provençale French. The wines labeled Bois des Fées are their top quality production. Along with his wife and son, Don travels to meet the producers and visit the wineries. The don’t import from a producer unless they walk the vineyards and get to know the family. The other Rosé is under the Bois de Fées label. This one is made with Cabernet Sauvignon, it has more acidity and more weight. Dan observes that American wine buyers think that if a wine is inexpensive, it can’t be any good, even if they are. People didn’t trust inexpensive wines from Provence because the price was low. On the east coast, these were the bargain hunters’ paradise. People knew about them. But on the west coast they didn’t sell. All these wines cost under $30 but Dan says they are comparable to wines that cost over $40. Don says to his clients who may resist Rosé, if you taste this Rosé it will change what you think about Rosé. A Vermentino by any other name The Tour de Campanets Cuvée is a blend of 50% Rolle (which is another name for Vermentino), 35% Sauvignon Blanc and 15% Ungi Blanc. Rolle, or Vermentino, has taken hold in France. The Italians claimed the name and so the French renamed it. This grape has a trace of pineapple in the aromatics that you don’t get anywhere else. This wine is completely dry. Daedalus suggests marketing it as “Rolle in the hay,” Marketing department, work on that. Ungi Blanc is the same as Trebbiano. It is another renaming. In Sardengna, Cannonau is Grenache, but the French wouldn’t let the Italians use the name Grenache. It’s the same grape. It’s global politics in a bottle. There is an annual wine show in Paris that the Chigazolas have attended for the last 3 years. This is how they started making contacts in France. The last tasting is a 2024 red blend. Dan says that Don is doing a service to his customers These wines are different than his Italian wines. Don has the experience to know how to find these wines, that are unique, delicious and priced at $30 and below. These wines and these bargains are unique. 

From the Ochre Trail enjoying Vino, Cavaillon Melon, and Lavender@marrenon_vignobles @brassfieldestatewinery #wine #frenchwine #provence #podcast #radioshow #hostCo hosts : Good ol Boy Justin and Made Man BobSIPS – On this episode of Sips, Suds, and Smokes, we're taking a deep dive into the world of exquisite wines and fake French accents! Unhinge that lower jaw and join our hosts as they explore a selection of remarkable vintages from the Marrenon and the Brassfield Estate. Expect lively discussions, tasting notes, and the signature SIPS ratings as they navigate through flavors of dark fruits, herbs, and a touch of minerality. With only two of our hosts in the studio, they've got plenty of time to savor and dissect each pour. Tune in to find out which wines earn the coveted 'sip' ratings and which ones leave our hosts yearning for more!  We will be discussing this vino and rating them from Une - Cinq with Cinq being the best:8:19 Marrenon La Fleuve Roi, Cotes du Rhone 20234 SIPS11:32 Marrenon Les Trois Chaînes, Gigondas 20233 SIPS15:14 Marrenon, Crucem, Crozes-Hermitage 20233 SIPS17:58 Marrenon Les Roches d'Or - Châteauneuf-Du Pape 20224 SIPS23:44 Marrenon Les Fées Coiffées - Ventoux 20224 SIPS29:51 Marrenon Les Villages Perchés, Luberon 20224 SIPS33:13 Brassfield Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 20214 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, Luberon Region, Grenache Noir, Syrah, Wine Ratings, Wine Reviews, Wine Pairing, French Wines, California Wines, Wine Enthusiasts, Wine Education, Wine Regions, Wine Flavors, Wine Aromas, Wine Production, Wine History, Wine Culture

In todays episode, we continue to honor Oregon Wine Month 2026 with Kim Voelz, K Voelz winemaker. Kim has had her hands in the wine industry for many years but K Voelz Wines is still quite young. These wines are outstanding! What a treat! If you can get your hands on any of these wines, we highly recommend it! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #PatiosAndDecks Please visit https://www.kvoelzwines.com for all of the new releases.Wines featured this episode:2025 K Voelz Wines Verdant Sauvignon Blanc ($25 at the winery) 2024 K Voelz Wines Hunter's Widow Pinot Gris ($30 at the winery)2025 K Voelz Wines Lebet Rosé ($28 at the winery)2025 K Voelz Wines Pink Noise Rosé of Sangiovese ($32 at the winery)2023 K Voelz Cabin Red Cabernet Sauvignon ($40 at the winery)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Rivaura and Eternal Wine!Rivaura: There's a new wine in town. Rivaura! Producing some of the best wines Idaho has to offer, Rivaura now has a tasting room in Coeur d'Alene! They are open Wednesday through Saturday! When you stop by, say 'hi' to Cooper! Visit https://rivaura.com for more information or simply call, 208 667-1019!Eternal Wine: Are you a Rhone Ranger or just really love Syrah? Then you need to check out Eternal Wine! Their focus is on single vineyard Rhone valley wines in Washington State. Also check out their Drink Washington State brand of approachable wines! Visit https://eternalwine.com for more information or simply call 509-240-6258. Eternal Wine: Drink Wine, Be Happy.*Check out The (Almost) Tragic Story of Carménère by Eternal Wine by visiting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucKOK6oRKVsAnd of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to! The CDA Gourmet Wine Word of the Week - Anthocyanins These are the specific phenolic compounds (pigments) found in grape skins that give red and rosé wines their color.CDA Gourmet: Are you looking to elevate your kitchen? You need to check out CDA Gourmet! Located in Midtown Coeur d'Alene, just down the street from Pilgrim's Market, CDA Gourmet offers a diverse mix of flavor enhancing products as well as the tools to make it all happen. And there's exciting news! CDA Gourmet will be celebrating their 3-year anniversary on Saturday, June 13. There will be lively demonstrations and giveaways so you won't want to miss this! Visit https://www.cdagourmet.com for more information or call 208-551-2364. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevatedMentions: J. Bookwalter, Matt Sparkman, David Hoffman, Social Media Marketing World, House of Blues Anaheim, Mike Rima, David Specter, Bells Up Winery, Jennifer Brummett.Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Louis Père Et Fils Chablis, Cinder Syrah, Zaca Mesa Z Cuvée, Rox Chardonnay and a Browne Bitner Estate Chardonnay.Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back! © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

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As wine aficionados, Miroki and André are always asked what is their favourite wine? If you don't know André's, you may have been sleeping on previous Tasting Together episodes. Miroki, however, has often said her favourite depends on her mood...until you see how her eyes light up when Syrah is mentioned.When folks talk about Rhône wines, it's often in reference to Southern Rhône, with its very warm climate yielding wines of jammy and stewed fruit ripeness. Northern Rhône is made of different stuff. At a recent media event, André connects with several producers to learn about this underrated gem of a region, the terroir and winemaking style.Back to Syrah. It is the only red grape in any Crozes-Hermitage bottle. While tasting a few bottles live on air, the two dig into what makes this particular Syrah so interesting, and even get the opportunity to taste a bottle of the even lesser available Crozes-Hermitage white. With a very limited selection available in Ontario, will they convince you to go hunt down an elusive bottle to enjoy?Producers Interviewed:Marc Romak from Domaine MelodySandra Combat from Domaine des CombatYann Chave from Domaine Yann ChaveWines tasted:Domaine Laurent Veyrat 1600 (not represented in Ontario)2024 Domaine des Combat Bacchus Crozes-Hermitage (not represented in Ontario)2023 Yann Chave Crozes-Hermitage You can follow Miroki on Instagram @9ouncespleaseYou can follow André on Instagram @andrewinereview Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a 2-fer today as we knock off two wine days in one episode. Today is Viognier Day and next Friday is Sauvignon Blanc Day so we're having both today and throwing in a little Old World vs New World, too! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #CheersingWines featured this episode:2023 Comte de la Chevalière Sancerre ($36 at Pilgrim's Market)2023 Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc ($32 at area retail stores)2025 Cinder Dry Viognier ($29 at the winery)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Liberty Lake Wine Cellars and Cinder!Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Looking for amazing wine? Taste Liberty Lake Wine Cellars' big, bold reds from Red Mountain, along with their delightful Tahija whites and Rosés. Join their Wine Club for exclusive benefits including their Thursday Wine Club night. Get all the details at https://www.libertylakewinecellars.com/ or call 509-255-9205. Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Celebrating 20 years of making exceptional Washington wine!Cinder Winery: Crafting world-class wines in Idaho's Snake River Valley from award-winning Viognier to bold Tempranillo and Syrah, Cinder wines showcase the region's unique volcanic soils and ideal climate. Visit cinderwines.com for more information! Cinder: Savor the taste of Idaho's finest! And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to! The CDA Gourmet Wine Word of the Week - Stone FruitIn the wine world, "Stone Fruit" refers to a specific category of aromatics and flavors derived from fruits that have a large, hard seed (or "stone") in the center.Check out CDA Gourmet!  Located in Midtown Coeur d'Alene, just down the street from Pilgrim's Market, CDA Gourmet offers a diverse mix of flavor enhancing products as well as the tools to make it all happen. And there's exciting news! CDA Gourmet will be celebrating their 3-year anniversary on Saturday, June 13. Visit https://www.cdagourmet.com for more information. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevatedMentions: Sara Lane, Pilgrim's Market, De Leon Foods, Seasons of Coeur d'Alene, Dave Specter, Bells Up Winery, Jennifer Brummett, Kim Voelz, K Voelz Wines, Brad Ford, Illahe Vineyards, Cinda Allen, Idaho Wine Merchants.Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Liberty Lake Wine Cellars Petite Verdot, 3rd Generation Chardonnay, Readers Merlot and Silver Spur Chardonnay.Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. Wine Time Fridays Rating System: Phenomenal 

We're hanging out with Varinder Sahi of @CopiaVineyards and Krista Smith of @PasoWine to talk wine, farming, and the upcoming Paso Wine Fest! Varinder's journey is a masterclass in following your palate and your passion. He walked away from a successful engineering career to chase the perfect Rhône blend in the Willow Creek District—the results speak for themselves but I'll toss out a 98 point flagship Syrah called "The Source" for reference. Highlights from the conversation: ✨ The Copia Story: How Varinder and Anita Sahi turned a dream into a 90+ point reality.

DIMANCHE 19 AVRIL 2026Nils Drost - Domaine Drost (Val de Loire)Perché sur la Corniche Angevine, le Domaine Drost est un vignoble familial né en 2021, dirigé par Nils et Ombretta Drost. Sur ses 10,5 ha de Chenin Blanc, le domaine pratique une viticulture biologique et biodynamique, respectueuse du terroir. Il accueille les visiteurs pour des dégustations et visites, offrant une immersion dans leur savoir-faire et leur vision d'un vin authentique.Céline Barbaud - Domaine des Favards (Vallée du Rhône)Au cœur de la Vallée du Rhône méridionale, le Domaine des Favards perpétue une tradition familiale depuis 1920, dirigé aujourd'hui par Jean-Paul et Céline Barbaud. Le vignoble de 25 ha, cultivé en agriculture biologique, est planté sur des sols argilo-calcaires et caillouteux pour les cépages Grenache et Syrah. Le domaine propose dégustations, visites et hébergements, offrant une expérience complète au cœur des vignes et du terroir.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

It's a Malbec Day Double-Header today! We're celebrating International Malbec Day by stepping into the batter's box with two New World heavyweights. From the high-altitude power of Mendoza's Clos d'Argentine to a Washington standout from the "Sherlock of Wine," Dave Harvey, we're exploring how this French "immigrant" grape found its Field of Dreams in the Americas. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #EasterEgg Wines featured this episode:2020 Clos d'Argentine Gran Reserve Malbec (Retail $65)2023 Dave Harvey Malbec (Market: $43, Angel $20)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Eternal Wine and Bells Up Winery!Eternal Wine: Are you a Rhone Ranger or just really love Syrah? Then you need to check out Eternal Wine! Their focus is on single vineyard Rhone valley wines in Washington State. Also check out their Drink Washington State brand of approachable wines! Visit https://eternalwine.com for more information or simply call 509-240-6258. Eternal Wine: Drink Wine, Be Happy.*Check out The (Almost) Tragic Story of Carménère by Eternal Wine by visiting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucKOK6oRKVsBells Up Winery: Recovering attorney turned winemaker Dave Specter composes micro-boutique wines with the intensity of a French horn fanfare. Experience your own Bells Up moment with a private, never-double-booked tasting by calling 503-537-1328.And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to! The CDA Gourmet Wine Word of the Week - CoulureA potential wine-growing hazard where the vine's flowers don't transform into berries, usually due to cold or wet weather during flowering.CDA Gourmet: Are you looking to elevate your kitchen? You need to check out CDA Gourmet! Located in Midtown Coeur d'Alene, just down the street from Pilgrim's Market, CDA Gourmet offers a diverse mix of flavor enhancing products as well as the tools to make it all happen. And there's exciting news! CDA Gourmet will be celebrating their 3-year anniversary on Saturday, June 13. There will be lively demonstrations and giveaways so you won't want to miss this! Visit https://www.cdagourmet.com for more information or call 208-551-2364. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevatedMentions: Brenda and Matt Sparkman, Rick Bakass, Cinda Allen, Lisa Tussing-Hatch, Dave Spector. Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Santa Virdina Branco Vinho Verde, Beringer Bros. Bourbon Barrel Aged Chardonnay (Whisper Sister) and a J.M. Duane Coakly Vineyard Grenache.Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back! Wine Time Fridays Rating System: Phenomenal 

You can read and see more about this episode on it's webpage HERE.Rosé has officially grown up. Once dismissed as cheap and sweet, today's pink wines are landing on fine dining menus, earning high scores from critics, and being taken as seriously as any red or white.In this episode, I'll break down how rosé is actually made (and how it's NOT), why the color doesn't always predict the flavor, and how to find the bottles that match your palate — plus a few of my personal favorites for you to try!Nikki's Favorite Rosé PicksGérard Bertrand's Provence rosé (France) — a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Cinsault — lands around $20, sits on the drier side with bright acidity, and comes in around 13% ABV. It's a reliable, crowd-pleasing bottle.For something a little more unique, a Rosato di Nerello Mascalese from Sicily was highlighted as a 92-point Wine Enthusiast pick at just $24. Ingrid & Julia rosé from Tres Sabores in Rutherford, CA — a certified organic grower of Zinfandel and Petite Sirah blended — it's a local gem that defies expectations with its pale color and concentrated flavor.Coming Soon from Sollevato WinesNikki and Michael's first ever rosé — a single-barrel Grenache with a touch of Sangiovese — releasing late May 2026, with first access going to Il Circolo, the Sollevato wine club.Their 2023 Petite Sirah (bold, inky, and great for BBQ season) is also coming this fall. Sign up for the mailing list at sollevatowines.com to be the first to know. use code PODLISTENER for 10% off all of Nikki's wines on sollevatowines.comOther resources and links: If you'd like to Support the Podcast, you can buy us a glass of wine! Please and Thank you!Follow Nikki on Instagram for more behind the scenes look at life in Wine CountryEnjoy some of MY FAVORITE THINGS from our Sponsors:Use my VIP Friends and Family Link to sign up for Wine Spies! And use the coupon code NIKKI for $50 off your order of $200 or more!You NEED some delicious California Olive Oil from our awesome sponsor American Olive Farmer. Use code SipWithNikki for $10 off your order!Check out Sena Sea's website to get your hands on some beautiful wild-caught Alaskan fish shipped right to your door! Use code sipandsea for 10% off your order and sign up for their email list (great recipes!) and be entered to win a monthly $50 gift card drawing.Questions? Comments? Guest requests? nikki@sipwithnikki.com

Oregon wine country is closer, more accessible, and more delicious than you think. In this episode, we sit down with AJ Resnick—former Wine Access colleague, podcast co-creator, and current Ponzi Vineyards Chief of Marketing—to explore Portland and the Willamette Valley through the eyes of someone who left California to make Oregon home. From why Ponzi is only 20 miles from downtown Portland to which pizza shops deserve a permanent spot in your rental car, AJ breaks down how to plan your Oregon wine trip, where to eat in Portland, and why these Pinot Noirs deserve more age than they're getting. We taste Ponzi's Laurelwood Chardonnay, compare Oregon to Burgundy and California, and get AJ's insider list of restaurants, wine bars, and hidden gem wineries. Whether you're planning your first trip to the Pacific Northwest or wondering if Oregon wine lives up to the hype, this episode proves it absolutely does. 2023 Ponzi Vineyards Chardonnay Laurelwood District, Willamette Valley Restaurants - Portland: Pizza: Scottie's Pizza Parlor Baby Doll Pizza (keeps well in car trunk, per AJ) High-End/Fine Dining: Canard (Le Pigeon's sister restaurant) Kann (chef Gregory Gourdet, James Beard winner, Top Chef alum) Nodoguro (omakase) Ox (Argentine-inspired) International: Kachka (Russian) Janken (Japanese izakaya) Akadi (Portland African cuisine) Luc Lac (Vietnamese) Casual/Other: Matt's BBQ Coquine (mentioned by AJ) Gabbiano's Reel M Inn Breweries: Breakside Brewery (AJ's first stop in Portland) Bakeries/Coffee: Nuvrei (bakery Amanda couldn't remember name of) Willamette Valley Restsaurants/food The Allison Inn & Spa, Newberg (burger highly recommended for brunch) Sushi Kichi (Vale - small town sushi) Joel Palmer House (mushroom-focused) Nick's Italian Cafe (Dundee Hills) Red Hills Market (Dundee) Wineries Mentioned: Must-Visits: Ponzi Vineyards Domaine Drouhin Domaine Serene Bergström Lingua Franca (Thomas Savre) Soter Hidden Gems: Artist Block Winery (sparkling, Syrah, creative tastings) Carlton Winemakers Studio (collective/incubator for multiple producers) Historic Oregon Producers (aged well at Press Restaurant): Domaine Drouhin Rex Hill Eyrie Vineyards (pioneering Oregon winery) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight we are tasting two Rose' wines.There are several reasons why Rose' is a great summer wine? First, it is bright and crisp with high acidity. Second, it is best served well chilled. Third, it has berry-driven flavors.Despite the two areas being closely located. They produce distinct wines.Tonight, we are tasting:2024 Le Rose' Ile De Conas. I purchased the wine from Trader Joe's for $7.99. It is a blend of 25% Grenache Gris, 25% Grenache Noir, 20% Caladoc, 15% Pinot Gris, and 15% Cinsault. The wine comes from the South of France. The grapes are vinified separately and then aged for a few months in concrete tanks. Then they are blended. The wine has aromas of red cherries and other berries along with some floral notes. May also get notes of spice and tropical fruits. May get some flavors of watermelon and minerality. Dry crisp finish. It has 2 g/l residual sugar and 12.5% alcohol. Reverse Wine Snob gives it a bulk buy recommendation.2024 Kirkland Signature Cotes De Provence Rose'. The wine of course comes from Costco for $7.99. Blend of 44% Grenache, 26% Cinsault, 15% Syrah, and 15% Vermentino. Comes from Cotes de Provence, France. Aroma of strawberry, cherry, and a little watermelon. Along with these flavors, you will get salty minerality, peach, citrus. It has less than 1 g/L residual sugar. 13% alcohol.The Reverse Wine Snob gave both wines an 8.3 – bulk buy rating.Rose' pairs with seafood and salads. Easy to drink on their own.We loved both wines but would give the nod to Le Rose'. We scored both wines a 3. We definitely recommend you try these wines.

Hometown Radio 03/30/26 3:30p: Preview of the upcoming Soup & Syrah benefit

In today's episode, we're putting a bow on Taste Washington State Wine Month with renowned winemaker Debbie Hansen from Cougar Crest Estate Winery! Debbie has been crafting world-class wines in Walla Walla for over 25 years, and today we're exploring the magic of their 100% estate-grown portfolio. Join us for a conversation about heritage, hard work and the beauty of Washington wine. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing Wines featured this episode: 2022 Cougar Crest Estate Albariño ($28 at the winery)2022 Cougar Crest Estate Viognier ($28 at the winery) 2019 Cougar Crest Estate Barbera ($39 at the winery)2017 Cougar Crest Estate Cabernet Franc ($39 at the winery)2018 Cougar Crest Estate Mourvèdre ($39 at the winery)2017 Cougar Crest Block Eleven Syrah ($39 at the winery)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Cinder and Liberty Lake Wine Cellars!Cinder Winery: Crafting world-class wines in Idaho's Snake River Valley from award-winning Viognier to bold Tempranillo and Syrah, Cinder wines showcase the region's unique volcanic soils and ideal climate. Visit cinderwines.com for more information! Cinder: Savor the taste of Idaho's finest! Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Looking for amazing wine? Taste Liberty Lake Wine Cellars' big, bold reds from Red Mountain, along with their delightful Tahija whites and Rosés. Join their Wine Club for exclusive benefits including their Thursday Wine Club night. Get all the details at https://www.libertylakewinecellars.com/ or call 509-255-9205. Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Celebrating 20 years of making exceptional Washington wine!And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to! The Pilgrim's Market Wine Word of the Week - Aging Potential Aging Potential refers to a wine's ability to improve, or at least maintain its quality, over along period in the bottle.Pilgrim's Market: Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day, weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730!Mentions: Rivaura, Daniel Grace and the Davenport Hotel.Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Daryl Rex Groom Chardonnay, J. Bookwalter Protagonist Cabernet Sauvignon, Browne Bitner Estate Chardonnay, Signé Mâcon Villages Chardonnay and Beaulieu Vineyard Forged Vines Cabernet Sauvignon.Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back! Wine Time Fridays Rating System: Phenomenal 

Dan and Darryl. Darryl Miller is back on California Wine Country with Dan Berger and Daedalus Howell, with wines from two Sonoma County wineries, Dehlinger Winery in the west county and Peterson Winery in Dry Creek Valley. He has been on CWC a few times, the most recent is this episode on July 18, 2025. Darryl Miller is retired from the wholesale wine business. He works with the Dehlinger winery, assisting and advising them with their sales and marketing. He even used to live on that property in the 1980s. Darryl also works as an advisor to the Peterson family in Dry Creek Valley. Dan Berger and Darryl Miller met when they were judges at a wine competition about 40 years ago. They found that they appreciated the same qualities of structure and balance in wine. For Dan, there is no such thing as a great wine that does not show good balance. There are unbalanced 100 point wines that are by definition, not great. The Goldilocks Dilemma Darryl agrees. They are either too heavy or light. They are not made well. Darryl describes the Peterson's method as zero manipulation. They grow the right fruit the right way and then they don't have to intervene. The wine being tasted is a 2024 “3V” made of three Italian white grapes whose names begin with V. Vernaccia 37%, with a kind of chalkiness to it. Darryl says it's like Chablis. They also blend in some Vermentino which has some pineapple tropical fruit flavors. Then some Verdello, which has grapefruit rind flavors, similar to a Sauvignon Blanc. 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!  They make the three wines separately and then blend them. There is also a red blend, of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre. They call it GSM or GMS, in order of appearance. Blends Are Back Blends are becoming popular again. This is because winemakers find that if they have Grenache and some other varieties, they can end up with a better wine by blending them. That is better than making single varietals  which by themselves may not be as good as the blend. Dan objects to blends that don't tell you what is in the bottle. We want to know what is in it. It is not illegal to do, but does not help. The Peterson wines are very careful about telling the percentages in blends.

What We're Drinking: Jessica: Rúakh Wines out of Paso Robles, specifically the "Somos Cafe de Olla" red blend (56% Syrah, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petite Verdot). Owned by Sam Esquivel, a San Diego native whose interview episode drops the first Wednesday of May. Jessica Yañez and her partner in crime Erika Sanchez are back with a full glass of wine and a whole month's worth of chisme to spill. From heartbreaking headlines hitting close to home, to Hollywood takeovers, to what happened at the Oscars, to the state of your wallet right now, the March Chisme episode covers the news, the nostalgia, and the nunca-ending commentary that lives rent-free in our heads. Erika came prepared. Jessica came with feelings. Together, they gave you everything. This one hit differently. Jessica and Erika unpack the New York Times five-year investigation revealing sexual abuse allegations against Cesar Chavez, including a statement from civil rights icon Dolores Huerta, who says she was assaulted by him and that he fathered two of her children. The conversation goes deeper into the systemic silence women are expected to maintain "for the greater good," the question of how to separate a man from a movement, and why being down for a cause should never mean putting all your faith in one person. Jessica and Erika watched it so you'd know what to expect, and they had very strong reactions. This Louis Theroux documentary on Netflix explores online influencers redefining masculinity and their influence on young men. Erika wanted to turn it off. Jessica wanted to send the link to every young man she loves. Michael B. Jordan won Best Actor for Sinners and the crowd's reaction said everything. Jessica and Erika talk about what makes him so different from the rest, including the detail work he put into playing three distinct characters, and the fact that after the ceremony he went to In-N-Out. Alone. Without an entourage. Taking pictures with fans. If you've been confused about who owns what in Hollywood right now, Jessica breaks it all the way down. From Viacom to Paramount to CBS, from Discovery tanking HBO Max to the Ellison family (Oracle money, Trump ties) acquiring Paramount through Skydance, and now going after Warner Brothers and CNN, the consolidation of media power is moving fast. The implications for diverse voices, independent journalism, and your streaming bill are real. They also talk about the Murdoch family documentary, why Succession was more literal than anyone realized, and how the media we consume is being shaped by a handful of very wealthy, very politically connected people. Week three of the conflict. The Strait of Hormuz is blocked, cargo ships can't move gas, and Jessica paid $65.50 to fill her tank at Costco. Erika called her mom crying. They talk about how presidents don't typically drive gas prices, but intentionally starting a war and bombing oil fields is a different story. And if you think groceries are expensive now, they say: just wait. Transportation costs go up, everything goes up. The math is not mathing. A viral video of a voter admitting she's voted for Trump three times and calling herself an idiot sparked a whole conversation about what it means to not care until something affects you personally. Jessica has Trump-supporting cousins she loves, and she is absolutely worried about what happens if they get pulled over by ICE. She is not holding back on this one. Jessica has been watching it. Erika has not (yet). They talk about the Kennedy mystique, why the Camelot era still holds such power, what it must have felt like for Carolyn Bessette to go from private person to one of the most famous women in the world overnight, and how the 90s paparazzi era made that kind of life nearly impossible. Also: Ryan Murphy said something messy to Jack Schlossberg (JFK's nephew, now running for a House seat in New York), and the girls are not impressed. The good news we needed. Gap's recent ad revival started as a quiet response to the Sidney Sweeney moment and has grown into something genuinely culturally relevant. The Young Miko campaign. The 90s nostalgia. The khaki swing ad. The Madonna x Missy Elliott "All About the Jeans" era. Jessica and Erika reminisced, agreed that Gap is doing something right, and acknowledged they are no longer the target demographic, but they felt it anyway. A month of a lot. Heavy and real and also sometimes really, really funny. That's the March Chisme energy. Thank you for being here for all of it.

In today's episode, we kick off the annual March Drink Washington State Wine month with our good friend, David Hoffman, with Total Wine in Spokane Valley. Today we're featuring five wines that are a great representation of Washington wine as David educates us on each one!Wines featured this episode: 2024 Mark Ryan Viognier ($45 at Total Wine & More) 2020 Browne Family Vineyards Premier Collection Merlot ($50 at the winery)2018 K Vintners The Hidden Syrah (About $75 if you can find it) 2023 Dossier Flagship Cabernet Sauvignon ($110 at the winery)2022 Matthews Cabernet Sauvignon ($50 at Total Wine & More)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Liberty Lake Wine Cellars, J. Bookwalter and Eternal Wine!Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Looking for amazing wine? Taste Liberty Lake Wine Cellars' big, bold reds from Red Mountain, along with their delightful Tahija whites and Rosés. Join their Wine Club for exclusive benefits including their Thursday Wine Club night. Get all the details at https://www.libertylakewinecellars.com/ or call 509-255-9205. Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Celebrating 20 years of making exceptional Washington wine!J. Bookwalter: Celebrating their 40th year of producing award-winning wines crafted from the finest Columbia Valley vineyards, J. Bookwalter wines bring excellence and quality to every glass. Visit https://www.bookwalterwines.com for more information or simply call or 509-627-5000.Eternal Wine: Are you a Rhone Ranger or just really love Syrah? Then you need to check out Eternal Wine! Their focus is on single vineyard Rhone valley wines in Washington State. Also check out their Drink Washington State brand of approachable wines! Visit https://eternalwine.com for more information or simply call 509-240-6258. Eternal Wine: Drink Wine, Be Happy.The Cinder Wine Word of the Week - Viscosity Viscosity refers to the weight or "thickness" of a wine on the palate. Cinder Winery: Crafting world-class wines in Idaho's Snake River Valley from award-winning Viognier to bold Tempranillo and Syrah, Cinder wines showcase the region's unique volcanic soils and ideal climate. Visit cinderwines.com for more information! Cinder: Savor the taste of Idaho's finest! Mentions: Judy Tebow, Next Level Consulting, Meghan and Diane, Brooke Kochman, VinGardeValise (see below for a special discount), John Freeman, Lake Chelan Wine Alliance, Davenport Hotel, Brian LaFaille, Sidney Rice, Joe Davis, Drew Bledsoe, Damon Huard, Passing Time, Screaming Eagle, Bledsoe Family Winery, Doubleback Winery, Sarah and Mark Lathrop, Will Camarda, Andrew Will Cellars.Get 20% off ALL purchases VinGardeValise purchases https://vingardevalise.com/ and use pro code, WineTimeFridays20. Some wines we've enjoyed this week: J. Bookwalter Double Plot Chardonnay AND Conflict, Substance Chardonnay, Rinaldini Lambrusco Secco, Louis M. Martini Napa Cabernet Sauvignon and Canoe Ridge The Expedition Rosé.© 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

Daedalu, Drew, Daisy and Dan. Our guests today are Drew and Daisy Damskey, who join Dan Berger and Daedalus Howell on California Wine Country. Drew's father and Daisy's husband Kerry Damskey has been on this show several times, most recently on this episode of March 1, 2023. The first wine in our glasses is a 2023 Semillon, made by Drew Damskey for Palmieri Wines. This white wine grape is relatively common in Hunter Valley in Australia. It is also the grape used for white Bordeaux and is a common blending grape. This Semillon comes from a vineyard planted in 1886 and is the second oldest Semillon vineyard in the world, called Monte Rosa vineyard. The vineyard is at the top of Moon Mountain which is above the town of Sonoma in the Mayacama range. Drew considers it to be ideal for Bordeaux varietals. They make about 75 to 100 cases of this wine per year. That 2023 Semillon has some of clean, crisp freshness of Sauvignon Blanc but with the weight, richness and texture of a Chardonnay. Dan “Lay It Down” Berger Dan would give it a minimum of three years of aging. He has 30-year-old Semillons that are still good. Dan contends that all wine ages, even whites. Dan opened a 1990 French Chardonnay the other day that was “just about perfect.” Speaking of perfection, Dan had a 1991 red wine from New Zealand, a Syrah, which Dan called perfect. 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 next wine tasted is Daisy’s Chardonnay, which Drew and his father made for Daisy. They were making only red wines for a long time but Daisy wanted them to make a white wine too. So father and son got some fruit and made the wine. Dan says it’s terrific, with great presence and acidity and a little bit of oak character. The fruit comes from Dorell vineyard. Drew explains that the wine undergoes Malolactic Fermentation,

In this episode, Janina travels to Switzerland's Valais – a dramatic Alpine region that is home to one of the highest concentrations of indigenous grape varieties in the world. She is joined by José Vouillamoz, leading authority on grape origins and DNA profiling, co-author of Wine Grapes, and author of Swiss Grapes, to explore Valais' ancient varieties, genetic mysteries, heroic viticulture and why this small region quietly produces some of the world's best Syrah. From Petit Arvine and Amigne to Cornalin, Humagne Rouge and age-worthy Chasselas (Fendant), this is a fascinating deep dive into Swiss wine history, science and flavour. 02:59 The coolest fact about Valais - the world's smallest vineyard owned by the Dalai Lama. 05:21 Janina links back to her episode (Ep 75) on the most unique vineyards in the world. 05:59 Why Valais is genetically unique - indigenous grapes found nowhere else. 07:22 Is Valais the most concentrated region for native grape varieties? 10:01 The Alpine landscape - terraces, dry stone walls and heroic viticulture. 12:22 Where to begin with indigenous grapes - Petit Arvine explained. 14:02 Angelo Gaja's failed attempt to plant Arvine in Piemonte. 15:47 Arvine vs Petit Arvine – understanding the naming confusion. 16:51 How producers label Arvine today - Petit Arvine or simply Arvine? 17:20 The rare Gross Arvine - what it is and why it almost disappeared. 19:14 What does Gross Arvine taste like? 19:58 Amigne - Valais' misunderstood chameleon grape. 21:15 The bee-label system that indicates sweetness levels in Amigne wines. 22:24 Heida (Savagnin/Païen/Traminer) - is it indigenous to Valais? 24:07 Can you identify Valais Heida in a blind tasting? 26:21 Other white grapes worth seeking out - Humagne Blanc and Rèze. 28:57 Chasselas (Fendant) - why it plays such an important role in Valais. 31:19 The ageing mystery - how low-acid Chasselas can evolve for decades. 33:10 Humagne Blanc vs Humagne Rouge - is there a genetic connection? 36:04 Cornalin (Rouge du Pays) - why this red is worth discovering. 38:28 Humagne Rouge - flavour profile and distinctive character. 39:35 Syrah in Valais - why this may be its northern quality limit. 45:26 If you try only one grape from Valais - which should it be? 46:15 Must-visit spots - Zermatt, the Matterhorn, Aletsch Glacier and Visperterminen vineyards. 49:26 The food to try - authentic Swiss raclette and ideal wine pairings. 51:23 José's book Swiss Grapes and the upcoming updated edition.   To discover more about the Valais wine region go to https://swisswinevalais.ch/en/ Follow José Vouillamoz on Instagram for more insights into Swiss wine, grape genetics and fascinating discoveries from the world of viticulture.

For today's episode, you may want to watch on YouTube because it will be very visual as we walk through the amazing products of VinGardeValise with CEO, Brooke Kochman. Shelley and Phil have been HUGE fans of these products for many, many years since seeing their products pitched on Shark Tank about three years ago. We even featured this product on episode 211 in May of 2024. But wait, there's more!Get 20% off ALL purchases VinGardeValise purchases, please click HERE (or simply visit https://vingardevalise.com/) and use pro code, WineTimeFridays20. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #LiquidBabiesVinGardeValise family of products we own: VinGlass Wine Glass Personal Carrier Case, Petite Burgundy 8-Bottle Wine Suitcase, VinBottle Max Personal Carrying Case and a Fly With Wine 12-Bottle Suitcase.Wines featured this episode: 2024 69 Miles Chardonnay by Robert Lloyd ($20 at Total Wine)

Send a textMaison Barboulot Cabernet Sauvignon Syrah 2024The winner, so far, of how low can you go (price-wise) and still have an enjoyable Red wine.This is a Trader Joe's imported wine that has been available since the 2020 vintage.It was $5.99 then, and it is $5.99 now.It is remarkably drinkable and exhibits few to no faults.This is the inexpensive red wine that the French people drink; it is good, but not great.But at $5.99, good is a major victory.Check us out at www.cheapwinefinder.comor email us at podcast@cheapwinefinder.com

In today's episode, we do an Old World vs New World Tempranillo episode! We're traveling from the volcanic, high-desert soils of Idaho's Snake River Valley to the ancient, 100-year-old vines of Rioja, Spain and explore the word 'Vidau' along the way. Grab a glass and join us for a journey through time and terroir! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing Wines featured this episode:2022 Cinder Tempranillo ($42 at the winery or area stores)

This week, the gals take a look at some real-life reasons why some folks just shouldn't reproduce. Topics include the babysitting barometer, Airpod eavesdropping, and a nightmare at a middle school. Pick out a silky Syrah from Walla Walla Vintners, weigh your pros and cons, and tune in for Bad Parents. For a full list of show sponsors, visit https://wineandcrimepodcast.com/sponsors. To advertise on Wine & Crime, please email ad-sales@libsyn.com or go to advertising.libsyn.com/winecrime.  

I dagens afsnit kaster vi os ud i et eksperiment, som potentielt kan kaste masser af diskussion af sig. Det må det også godt, for det er en svær øvelse. Vi laver en rødvinsskala, hvor vi gennemgår udvalgte druesorter og rangerer dem efter struktur, frugt, syre, tannin, alkohol og tyngde på en skala fra de letteste druesorter til de druesorter, der giver vine med mest tyngde. Vores placering af druerne er lavet ud fra hvad "den styrende vinstil anno 2026" er på druen. Der er desuden en masse forbehold ift. druesorten. Herunder produktionsmetode, høsttidspunkt, vækstområde m.m. Vi tager udgangspunkt i Wine Follys liste, men laver vores egen rangering. Se Wine Follys liste her: https://media.winefolly.com/red-wine-boldness-chart-by-wine-folly.png   .........................   Vores liste: Lette druer (Light body) 1. Poulsard/Ploussard 2. Sciava (Trollinger) 3. Trosseau/Bastardo 4. Gamay 5. Pinot Noir 6. Barbera 7. Grenache/Garnacha 8. Corvina 9. Bobal     Druer med mellemtyngde (Medium body) 10. Cabernet Franc 11. Blaufränkisch 12. Mencia 13. Cinsault 14. Sangiovese 15. Nebbiolo 16. Carignan     Druer med mest tyngde (Full body) 17. Merlot 18. Carménère 19. Zinfandel/Primitivo 20. Tempranillo 21. Malbec 22. Syrah 23. Cabernet Sauvignon 24. Petite Sirah   ..................... Køb vores nyeste bog "Bobler for begyndere og øvede" her: https://www.saxo.com/dk/bobler-for-begyndere_bog_9788773396568 Eller vores bog om vin her: https://www.saxo.com/dk/vin-for-begyndere_bog_9788773391303 Støt Vin for begyndere podcast her https://vinforbegyndere.10er.app/ Besøg os på Facebook og Instagram, hvor man kan se billeder af vinene og få tips til vin og mad sammensætning. https://www.facebook.com/vinforbegyndere https://www.instagram.com/vinforbegyndere Web: https://www.radioteket.dk/ Kontakt: radioteket@radioteket.dk Musik: Jonas Landin Lyt vores bog som lydbog her: Køb den her https://www.saxo.com/dk/vin-for-begyndere-og-oevede_lydbog_9788773397374

In today's episode, In honor of the upcoming Syrah Day on Monday and dodging the bad luck of Friday the 13th, Shelley and Phil taste through a Rosé that contains some Syrah as well as a California Syrah from the GaryVee Wine Club. Congratulations to the Seahawks for winning Super Bowl 60! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing Wines featured this episode:2024 Huston Vineyards Chicken Dinner Rosé ($20 at Pilgrim's Market)2021 Cordant Winery Coastview Syrah ($60 at the winery)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Pilgrim's Market, Seasons of CDA and J. Bookwalter!Pilgrim's Market: Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day, weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730!Seasons of Coeur d'Alene: Experience the best of Coeur d'Alene's culinary scene at Seasons, where farm-to-table cuisine meets elegant ambiance. Don't miss their Wine Down Wednesday where all bottled wines are 50% off! Visit https://www.seasonsofcda.com/ for more information or call 208-664-8008 And check out ALL of the upcoming events at Season's by clicking https://seasonsofcda.com/coeur-d-alene-seasons-of-coeur-d-alene-eventsJ. Bookwalter: Celebrating their 40th year of producing award-winning wines crafted from the finest Columbia Valley vineyards, J. Bookwalter wines bring excellence and quality to every glass. Visit https://www.bookwalterwines.com for more information or simply call or 509-627-5000.And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to! The Rivaura Wine Word of the Week - Garrigue A French term for the wild, resinous herbs (lavender, thyme, rosemary) that grow in limestone soils.Rivaura: There's a new wine in town. Rivaura! Producing some of the best wines Idaho has to offer, Rivaura now has a tasting room in Coeur d'Alene! They are open Wednesday through Saturday! When you stop by, say 'hi' to Cooper! Visit https://rivaura.com for more information or simply call, 208 667-1019!For more information on an evening at Seasons of Coeur d'Alene with  great food paired with the amazing wines of Rivaura Estate Vineyards & Winery, click HERE.Mentions: De Leon's Tex-Mex, Sara Lane, Ed Holmes, Wild Hills Wine, GaryVee Wine Club, Brooke Kochman, David Hoffman.Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Liberty Lake Wine Cellars Tempranillo, Signé Mâcon Villages Chardonnay, Grochau Cellars Pinot Noir and a Rascal Pinot Noir.Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back! © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

                                                                                                       K Vinters In this episode, Rob and Scott enjoy a Washington classic by Charles Smith and his K Vinters Motor City Kitty Syrah.  So come join us, on The Wine Vault.

Chris Puppione from Puppione Family Wines is back on California Wine Country with Dan Berger and Daedalus Howell. The last time Chris was on the show was this episode last summer, on June 6, when he spoke to Steve Jaxon and Dan Berger. Chris has brought four wines that Dan describes as “fabulous” and they are low-alcohol wines. Dan says Chris has had an opportunity to explore the lower-alcohol market. Chris says that people are just looking for flavor and “what’s old is new” and Dan notes that higher alcohol takes flavor away from the variety. Low alcohol is not less wine but just less noise. It takes away from nuances that they prefer to bring forward in their wines. There is a white and three reds. First, Dan’s cellar wine is the 2024 Bahl Fratty Riesling, which he will pour at the VIP event at the Anderson Valley White Wine Festival. “It’s coming out of its shell,” but in three or four years it will be really ready. They will also pour Vermentino and other whites. Dan’s table is all Riesling. It’s at the Mendocino County Fairgrounds, February 14. Tickets are $160 and are all-inclusive, with beverages and food. 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!  Friulano The Puppione label is blue, which is supposed to discourage spontaneous sales. Well, not always, says Daedalus, tell that to Blue Nun. Chris wants to make “Tuesday night wines” not Friday night wines. Festa was his grandmother’s name, so he makes a Festa Bianca and Festa Rossa. The white is Friulano, which means “from Friuli” which is in north-eastern Italy. He got the vines from a high mountain vineyard in California. He uses a combination of stainless steel and barrels. His children press the grapes with their feet. The alcohol is just 12.4%. Compared to those othe heavy wines that come in around 15% or 16%, this is refreshingly light. It is just a 2023 and it will still evolve. “This is something I do with my wife and kids for fun,” says Chris. Chris made his first wine to honor the birth of his daughter. He made it in secret. He is grateful to have help from many friends in the business. Everyone agrees that this camaraderie and willingness to help other is typical of Sonoma County people. Juventus Cuvée Next they taste a red wine. It is their Juventus Cuvée. His family is from a village outside of Torino in Italy, and one of the home teams is Juventus, but also Juventus is the goddess of youth. This is a blend of Syrah and Cab. He used stainless steel and captured a little effervescence. It’s in a clear bottle and he suggests chilling it. It reminds Dan of the simple wines you find in the back roads in France. He smells “fruit, not adorned…” This is a young wine that doesn’t need any maturation. After 2 years it is still lively and fruity. Dan says that Syrah and Cab are compatible varieties and compliment each other.

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

Qu'est qu'un cépage ? Combien y a t-il de cépages cultivés dans le monde ? Qu'est-ce que le Gouais Blanc ? Si vous voulez tout savoir sur les cépages en général et sur les grands cépages d'origine française, en particulier, vous êtes au bon endroit.José Vouillamoz, l'un des leaders mondiaux en matière d'origine et de parenté des cépages par test ADN, est un ampélologue suisse de renommée internationale. Il a notamment publié  "l'Altlas Mondial du Vin", "Wine Grapes" en 2012 avec Jancis Robinson et Julia Harding, "Cépages Suisses – Histoires et Origines" en 2017 et dont la nouvelle édition est parue il y a quelques mois.A l'occasion de la sortie de son dernier ouvrage, « Grands cépages d'origine française » aux Editions Favre, José Vouillamoz nous fait part des dernières avancées concernant l'arbre généalogique des principaux cépages français.

Rosé does not usually top the list when it comes to gift wines. This week, that assumption gets challenged.In this episode of Stop Wasting Your Wine, the crew wraps up their Gift Wine Series with a deep dive into a Provençal rosé that aims to stand out in a crowded category. They explore what makes rosé a smart and often overlooked choice for gifting, especially when the weather heats up and expectations are high.The conversation moves beyond the glass into Provence itself. Why elevation matters. How wind and climate shape freshness. What separates intentional rosé from mass produced bottles lining the shelves. Along the way, the hosts break down classic Provence blending, winemaking choices that preserve aroma and precision, and what defines the region's signature style.The episode closes with the return of Viterations, a fan favorite game where the wine gets reimagined as a vacation destination, blending insight with pure chaos.If you've ever wondered when rosé makes sense, what quality actually looks like in the category, or how to gift wine without playing it safe, this one's for you.And as always, stop wasting your wine.Wine DetailsProducer: Mason Saint AIXName: AIXRegion: ProvenceAppellation: Coteaux D' Aix ProvenceVarietal: Grenache (60%), Syrah (20%), Cinsault (20%)Vintage: 2024COST - $20ABV 12.5%Support the Show!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/@StopWastingYourWine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Stop Wasting Your Wine Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stopwastingyourwine.com/⁠Chapters: 00:00 – Welcome to Stop Wasting Your Wine and Gift Wine Finale01:53 – Wrapping Up the Gift Wine Series03:30 – Introducing the Masson Saint Ex 2024 Rosé04:27 – Wine Question of the Week. Cleaning Wine Glasses06:23 – First Impressions. Aroma and Palate10:50 – Why This Winery and Rosé Style Matter11:36 – Supporting the Show11:47 – Provence Rosé. Style and Expectations14:31 – Provence Terroir. Elevation Climate and Wind16:13 – How This Rosé Is Made18:27 – Revisiting the Glass. What Stands Out23:06 – Finding the Sweet Spot in Rosé24:26 – Is Rosé a Great Gift Wine25:17 – Viterations. If This Wine Were a Vacation

In this flashcard-style WSET Diploma D3 “Wines of the World” episode, Janina dives deep into the sun-drenched vineyards of Languedoc and Roussillon, exploring the climate, terroir, grape varieties, and AOCs that define these huge and diverse regions. Perfect for students preparing for the WSET Diploma theory exam, this episode covers key facts, yields, blending rules, and appellation regulations — but it's also for wine lovers who want to geek out on French wine or be inspired by some of the most exciting wines coming out of southern France today. A detailed, geeky, and highly structured exploration of geography, grapes, regulations, and the stories behind the wines of Languedoc and Roussillon.  

Send us a textA city can change your ears. We sat down in Seattle and felt how tightly the scene is woven: musicians who become neighbors, venues that double as history lessons, and a band's 35‑year arc that still bends toward community. Pearl Jam isn't just posters in shop windows; it's the reason for cross‑country moves, friendships forged in parking lots, and a thousand small charities that took root because the music said do more and the people actually did.The night's centerpiece is a room built for deep listening. At Shibuya Hi‑Fi, the lights dim, the door seals, and a needle turns Wish You Were Here into a brand‑new experience. Vintage gear, precise setup, and a no‑drink, no‑noise ritual invite you to hear string scrape, breath, and space you've missed for years. We talk about turning that focus into fuel for good: album sessions as fundraisers, rare‑tape dreams, and a Six Degrees tribute that connects Stax legends across time.Wine runs through the conversation like a second soundtrack. A Syrah that honors a mentor and supports suicide prevention. A vineyard chosen on instinct days after Bowie's passing. Why Syrah is a chameleon that speaks its place louder than most grapes. Along the way we chase joy in odd places—a 14‑mile city run, a detour into cast‑iron popcorn lore, a kid's core memory meeting Jack White—and remember that the show is only three hours, but the life around it is where meaning sticks.If you're into Seattle music history, high‑fidelity listening, Pearl Jam's lasting impact, or wines that tell a story, this one's for you. Hit play, share it with a friend who loves records and late‑night venue tales, and leave a review to help more listeners find the show.www.TheTouringFanLive.commedia@TheTouringFanLive.Comwww.facebook.com/TheTouringFanLiveInstagram-@TheTouringFanLiveCopyright The Touring Fan Live 2026

I have been selling direct to the consumer in the wine trade for over 35 years. The industry certainly is not what it was; in some ways, better, in other ways,  not so much. I've seen it all...well, at least most of it.  The month and year I started with the Original Wine of the Month Club, my father was featuring a Romanian wine; mind you, Romania was still under Soviet rule. In this episode, I speak with Dr. Marinella Ardelean, expert on Romanian wine. I have to tell you, having Marinella Ardelian on the show took me back, and not just because she reminded me that the first Romanian wine I ever sold—way back in 1989—was a $2.50 Sauvignon Blanc from a winery called Premiat. There's something poetic about opening an episode by unearthing an old newsletter my late father wrote about that wine, especially since it was the same month I joined the family business. Wine really does have a way of sharpening your memory. The nose, the flavor, even the price tag—they stick with you. The conversation started with that kind of serendipity, but Marinella Ardelian quickly brought us to the present. She's based in Venice, waves the flag for Romanian wine, and has this bright, unfussy way of making big topics feel accessible. I love guests like that—insightful without being pedantic, and uncannily good at weaving personal experience into global perspectives. Right off the bat, she fine-tuned the narrative: Romanian wine doesn't need to come "back" to the world stage, it needs to stand in the spotlight it deserves, shoulder to shoulder with France and Italy. I'll admit, I never would've guessed Romania is now in the top six worldwide for vineyard acreage—and domestically, folks there are still drinking 30 liters a year! Sure, the numbers dance around a bit, but the underlying story is about a country with real wine culture. We spent a little time reminiscing about the communist days, when the government controlled everything and Vinexport was king. But the part that struck me most was her clear-eyed take on why Romanian wine isn't chasing the bottom shelf in America. "Romanian wines are not cheap," Marinella Ardelian declared, and she meant it. With high domestic demand and only a sliver of production exported, those who do ship overseas bring quality, not just volume. She's keen on stories and education—Romanian wine, she said, needs context, not just curiosity. This segued beautifully into the broader question of how a wine region markets itself. Marinella Ardelian made a compelling case: you can't just sell the wine, you have to sell the country. Romanian wine, for her, is inseparable from Transylvanian castles, farm-to-table food, and the dramatic scenery. I found that refreshing. Too often, we get obsessed with varietals and forget there's a living culture behind every label. She also explained that since the fall of communism in 1989, a whole generation of winemakers has embraced indigenous grapes like Fetească Neagră—known as the "Black Maiden"—with all the finesse of Pinot Noir and the spice of Syrah. That's the kind of local color I live for. And with the second generation now taking the reins and forming actual cooperatives (something even Armenia, my ancestral homeland, struggles with), you can sense something big is building. Wine tourism, she told me, is finally taking off in Romania. Visitors can ride horses, hunt mushrooms, and sip estate wines in places that wouldn't be out of place in Bordeaux or Barolo. That's the future—experience, narrative, and authenticity. If there's a takeaway, it's that Romanian wine is at a crossroads, one foot in ancient soil, the other in the modern world. Marinella Ardelian has a vision for both—and I left our conversation convinced it's only a matter of time before the rest of the world catches on. I can't wait to revisit this story in a few years and see how far it's come.   Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wine-in-romania-meet-the-expert-and-wine/id1462215436?i=1000647229708 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2kiWrgS5fH8p85I6iS6Gnp?si=McZCVWPEQ6W9T-3jfGGMCQ Wine Talks: https://www.winetalkspodcast.com/wine-in-romania-meet-the-expert-and-wine-comtessse-marinela-ardelean/  

Who's the best TV priest? Should you name your kid after a saint? And what pilgrimage sites are on our bucket list? These are just a few of the questions Zac, Ashley and “Jesuitical” producer Sebastian Gomes tackle in our end-of-year mailbag episode! Thanks to all the listeners who sent in questions for the hosts—we love hearing what's on your minds. So don't hesitate to reach out to jesuitical@americamedia.org or on our Facebook page to let us know what you'd like us to discuss on the show.  Merry Christmas, and we'll see you in 2026! What's on tap? Syrah from the Northern Rhone Valley You can follow us on X and on Instagram @jesuiticalshow.   You can find us on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/jesuitical.  Please consider supporting Jesuitical by becoming a digital subscriber to America magazine at americamagazine.org/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices