最高の Wine For Normal People ポッドキャスト (2024)

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Ep 517: Wines That Are Worth The Splurge 52:18

2d ago52:18

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Tax Day in the US has come and gone. Many of us are getting a refund, so if you have a little extra change, here are some great wines to consider. A few on the list are... Burgundy in red and white: Pinot and Chard Pomerol in Bordeaux Syrah from The Rocks District of Milton-Freewater in Walla Walla Washington Old Vine Zinfandel from Sonoma, Napa, a…

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Ep 516: "Celebrity" Wines Explained 1:00:56

9d ago1:00:56

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This week friend, listener, Patron, and wine diva @wineshenanigans and the wine game show @winepardy Monica G. joins to talk with me about wines made by celebrities, aka Celebrity Wines. We run through what they are, how many of them are made and then we discuss specifics. We wrap with our analysis of whether or not we would recommend buying these …

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Ep 515: The Origin Story of Oak Barrels 42:52

16d ago42:52

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Inspired by a question from friend and Patron Amy Payton, this week I cover the history of oak barrels. I go from animal skins in Mesopatamia to modern day barrels, talking about how winemakers decided that oak was the best vessel for wine. I answer her follow up questions too -- How are barrels obtained by winemakers? What happens to them after th…

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Ep 514: The Grape Miniseries -- Fiano 41:28

22d ago41:28

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This week I explore one of my favorite grapes of all time, Fiano! The grape makes some of the most exquisite wines you could imagine -- whites with layered complexity, age-ability, and unadulterated deliciousness. I discuss all aspects of the grape: The historical overview of the grape and how Mastroberardino saved it from obscurity (Check out my p…

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Ep 513: The Divine Dolcetto of Diano d’Alba with Giulio Abrigo of Abrigo Giovanni 56:59

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I welcome to the show my friend Giulio Abrigo of Abrigo Giovanni Azienda Agricola, who focuses on the exquisite Dolcetto in Diano d'Alba in the Barolo zone of Piemonte. Abrigo Giovanni is a small family operation, operating on just 13 ha or 32 acres mainly in Diano d’Alba -- the site of the winery and the family home. Dolcetto Diano d’Alba is one o…

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Ep 512: Volcanic Wines 52:03

1M ago52:03

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In recent years, there has been a lot of buzz around “volcanic wines.” The term makes it sound as if these are wines that are spawned from a volcano, but in reality these are wines that many people believe have special qualities because they grow on volcanic soils. In this show, I define the types of volcanoes before discussing the ecosystems they …

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Ep 511: The Greats-- Semillon of the Hunter Valley, Australia 39:15

1M ago39:15

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The Hunter Valley is the OG -- the first place where Australian grape growing took place. For 200 years there has been continuous winegrowing and winemaking among the rolling hills and green valleys, which are peppered with iconic wineries, many of which have been around for more than 100 years. Although other types of wines are made, the Hunter ha…

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Special Announcement: MC Ice departs and Where to get past episodes of WfNP 3:19

2M ago3:19

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This is a quick special announcement show with two news items: 1. After many years of being on the show, MC Ice has left the building! This was not his main business and he has chosen to focus on his work and other pursuits! We thank him for his contributions. Going forward, educational shows will be with Elizabeth only, with occasional guest appea…

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Ep 510: Virginia’s Iconic Barboursville Vineyards with Winemaker & GM Luca Paschina 1:04:21

2M ago1:04:21

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I welcome to the show, again, and this time for a much longer and more thorough conversation, Luca Paschina, the head winemaker and GM of Barboursville, the historic property in the Monticello AVA of Virginia. Luca was on the show in 2016, originally on episode 162. Barboursville has a long history, which starts around the same time as its current …

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Revisiting the Wine and Health Debacle -- Re-release of Ep 274: Christopher Snowdon 54:43

2M ago54:43

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As a follow up to Felicity Carter's show last week, in which we mentioned referenced the work of Christopher Snowdon often, I am re-releasing Episode 274 to give another perspective. This was originally released April 29, 2019. We raised all sorts of red flags in this show and Christopher has been consistent on his blog about how moderate drinking …

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Ep 509: Felicity Carter Exposes the Jaw-dropping Truth of Who is Guiding Global Wine & Health Policy 51:59

2M ago51:59

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My guest, Felicity Carter, is probably the most brilliant journalist in wine, and certainly one of the only ones doing vital investigative work in the field of wine, health, and the neo prohibitionist movement. From 2008 to 2021, she was editor-in-chief of Meininger’s Wine Business International, a global, English-language magazine, one of Germany’…

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Ep 508: Armenian Wine - Ancient Grapes, Modern Innovation, True Excellence with Aimee Keushguerian of Zulal & Keush 41:52

2M ago41:52

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In this show we explore the world of Armenian wine, which has roots in the ancient world and may be the oldest winemaking region in Europe. To tell us about these wines, the terroir, and the regions, I welcome Keush Managing Director & Zulal Founder, Aimee Keushguerian. Aimee educates us on Armenian wine and tells us about the projects she and her …

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Ep 507: Innovative Pairing with Plant-based Food with the founders of Wineand2Veg.com 53:52

3M ago53:52

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Ep 506: The Wines of the Côtes de Bordeaux -- The Secret Best Value Wines of the Region 55:17

3M ago55:17

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Elizabeth Schneider による

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Ep 505: Alternatives to a Favorite -- Grenache (Garnacha) 37:50

3M ago37:50

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Elizabeth Schneider による

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Ep 504: A Normal Wine Person Perspective on Greek Wine -- Patron Lindsey Miller Shares Her Love and Knowledge of Greece 37:54

3M ago37:54

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Elizabeth Schneider による

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Ep 503: Greek Wine -- The Updated 10,000 Foot Overview 49:39

4M ago49:39

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Elizabeth Schneider による

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Ep 502: Stu Smith of Smith-Madrone -- Why Napa County is Strangling Small Wineries 59:15

4M ago59:15

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Ep 501: Winemaker Thomas Bianciardi of San Filippo - Award-Winning Wines of Brunello di Montalcino 56:13

4M ago56:13

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Elizabeth Schneider による

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Ep 500: Listeners Ask About 500 Episodes of WFNP 1:07:53

4M ago1:07:53

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Elizabeth Schneider による

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Ep 499: The Impacts of Smoke on Wine with Professor Tom Collins of Washington State University 58:58

5M ago58:58

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Elizabeth Schneider による

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Special update to Episode 327: Wine ingredient & nutrition labeling goes live in the EU (and what it means to us) 44:01

5M ago44:01

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Elizabeth Schneider による

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Ep 498: Terrific Thanksgiving Food and Wine Pairings 42:50

5M ago42:50

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Thanksgiving is a hard meal to pair wine with but we've got you covered. After a little bit of wine advice about glassware, serving temps, and my annual "Aunt Gertrude" warning, we get into the pairings for traditional (and some variations on traditional) Thanksgiving fare. We begin with suggestions for wines to welcome your guests, and then move o…

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Ep 497: The Grape Mini-Series -- Blaufränkisch (AKA, Lemberger) 52:36

5M ago52:36

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This week we cover the unsung red of Central European wine – Blaufränkisch. This Central European red grape was planted widely in throughout the Habsburg Empire, and today the biggest plantings aren’t too far from its birthplace – right on the Austria-Hungary border. Photo: Blaufränkisch. Credit: Austrian Wine Blaufränkisch translates to ‘blue wine…

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Ep 496: Sherry Refresh Part 2 - Oxidatively Aged Wines, Style Categories, Food Pairing, and Serving Ideas 45:33

6M ago45:33

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Sherry is a complex wine with lots of terroir, tradition, and winemaking possibilities. In episode 495, we go over the stats on the region, the history, the terroir, and details on winemaking, including the solera system. We then describe the biologically aged wines – Fino and Manzanilla. This show is a continuation of episode 495 but after listeni…

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Ep 495: Sherry Refresh Part 1 --History, terroir, and Biologically Aged Wines 48:30

6M ago48:30

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It's been 11 years since we discussed Sherry, so it's time to do a refreshed show. This time, Sherry is much more mainstream and we're revisiting this fascinating wine that has so much history, and has experienced a renaissance in recent times. We discuss: Where Sherry is and its defining terroir, including the terroir of the bodegas The grapes of …

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Ep 494: Wines for Fall 42:16

6M ago42:16

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After a very, very hot summer where we live, the weather has broken and we are ready for wines that can warm us up and pair with the smells of crisp fall air and falling leaves, as well as heartier food. In this show, we talk about wines for fall from around the world and why they are going on our wine shopping list this season. We break it down co…

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Ep 493: Marina Marcarino of Punset; Barbaresco's Most Forward-Looking Producer Returns to WFNP 1:03:55

6M ago1:03:55

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I first spoke to Marina Marcarino of Punset in 2017 and I was fascinated by her story and loved her wines. We became friends and I’ve visited her over the years and keep in touch with her for a pulse on what is happening in the vineyards and wineries of Barbaresco, where Punset is located. Marina Marcarino of Punset Wines in Barbaresco As a recap o…

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Ep 492: Polly Hammond of 5Forests -- The Esteemed Wine Marketing Innovator Shares Trends We Should Know 55:41

7M ago55:41

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This week, my close friend, web guru, and the best digital marketer in the wine biz -- Polly Hammond of 5Forests -- discusses some fascinating topics in wine. We have a great conversation about the state of wine marketing, it's disconnection with normal people (and reasons for it), and how there is more to some trends than clickbait would have you …

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Ep 491: The Grape Mini-Series -- The Pinot Noir Refresh 1:01:17

7M ago1:01:17

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Pinot Noir is a challenging grape. It’s hard to grow, hard to work with in the cellar, and the style varies drastically based on where it’s made, who is making it, and when it was grown (vintage). We haven’t covered Pinot in a decade, so we decided to do a reboot on the grape mini-series and add all the new information and insights I’ve gathered ov…

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Ep 490: Tasmania, Australia 36:30

7M ago36:30

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This week we cover Australia’s coolest and most southerly region, Tasmania. This island, which is 240 km/150 off the mainland has had some starts and stops in wine, but the recent past has seen it on an upward trajectory for Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, sparkling made of those grapes, plus Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Syrah, and Pinot Gris, among others. …

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Ep 489: Madeira -- The best wine you may be missing out on... 50:17

7M ago50:17

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As suggested by patron Keith S, this week we take a detailed look at Madeira, the Portuguese island that makes a unique and delicious fortified wine! We discuss the very important history (it’s why the wine is made the way it is, so even if you hate history, don’t skip that part!), the geography and climate of this far-flung island, the grapes that…

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Ep 488: Wine Travel -- The Inside Scoop on How to Have an Awesome Trip 48:34

8M ago48:34

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In this show, we share our best tips for traveling to wine regions. We cover planning and research, the best time of year to visit, and important factors once you’re on the ground. From getting a shipper so your wine is ready to check or ship, to stocking up on gas and provisions, to traveling with kids, we’ve got you covered. Photo: Château Phelan…

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Ep 487: New Zealand -- The Overview 56:04

8M ago56:04

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How can it be that we have never done an overview on New Zealand? We decided to remedy that this week. This is a sweeping look at the two-island nation that has a huge wine reputation, even though it only accounts for 1% of the wine made in the world. In this show, we give an overview of the wine history of New Zealand, which is probably longer tha…

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Ep 486: The (REAL) Inner Workings of the Wine Industry with NY Retailer Daniel Posner of Grapes, The Wine Company 1:08:28

8M ago1:08:28

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In this show, I welcome my friend and wine industry guru Daniel Posner, the owner of the prestigious New York retailer, Grapes, The Wine Company. Daniel joined Grapes, The Wine Company in 2000 and was the managing partner by 2004. For the past 23 years, he has been a wine consultant, with clients from all over the globe. He travels to wine regions …

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Ep 485: The Grape Miniseries -- Marsanne 39:26

8M ago39:26

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This time we dive into one of the three main grapes of the Northern Rhône: Marsanne. Related to Roussanne, the grape with which it is almost always blended, this grape reaches its heights in the wines of Hermitage in northern Rhône and does exceptional things around the world from Victoria and South Australia, to the US, to New Zealand and South Af…

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Ep 484: Alternatives to a Favorite - Riesling 43:22

9M ago43:22

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After reviewing some of the basics about Riesling (possibly my favorite white grape!), we talk about some other wines that may be interesting to try. Photo: The Riesling grape. Credit: Getty Images, Canva We start out with the ones on everyone’s list – Chenin Blanc, Torrontés, Albariño, Gewürztraminer, and Grüner Veltliner – but then venture deep i…

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Ep 483: A Trip to Portugal -- Wine Insights & Travel Tips 46:47

9M ago46:47

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This show is a recap of the wine experiences that we had while spending three weeks in Portugal and tasting through as much of the wines from that country as we could! Our itinerary included: The Algarve in the southern part of the country – a beautiful, dramatic seaside area with sandstone and limestone cliffs, which drop into the sea. There, we s…

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Ep 482: Antonio Capaldo of Feudi San Gregorio Returns 50:45

9M ago50:45

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While I was in Irpinia, Campania (southern Italy) earlier this year, I got to spend an afternoon and dinner with Antonio Capaldo, Chairman and mastermind behind Feudi di San Gregorio, the largest and one of the highest quality producers in the region. This episode recaps a lot of the really interesting conversations we had about the steady traction…

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Ep 481: Eva Martinelli - Chianti Classico Winemaker & Region Expert 1:08:06

9M ago1:08:06

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Eva Martinelli is a young, innovative, and experienced winemaker from Tuscany. She has a degree in oenology, a deep understanding of terroir of Chianti Classico, and an unrivaled passion for the region. She has worked harvests in New and Old World countries, after which she returned home to follow her dream of being a winemaker in the region she lo…

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Ep 480: The Leelanau Peninsula of Michigan (US) - Portrait of an Emerging Region 51:09

10M ago51:09

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This episode is all about the Leelanau Peninsula AVA of Michigan (a state in the midwestern US, on the Canadian border). Drew Perry, head of Production for Simpson Family Estates, a family business located on the peninsula, joins to educate us about this very unique area, which has been making wine since the 1970s. We discuss the land, the climate,…

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Ep 479: Champagne Le Brun de Neuville -- Côte de Sézanne's Stunning Sparklers 50:10

10M ago50:10

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Agathe Bellanger from Le Brun de Neuville Champagne joins to discuss the Chardonnay-centric Côte de Sézanne, the role of growers and smaller co-ops, the terroir of this small sub-region, and the beautiful wines her group makes. I LOVE these wines, which focus on longer lees aging. Agathe Bellanger, Champagne Le Brun de Neuville. Here are the lines …

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Ep 478: Piero Mastroberardino -- the Soul of the Wines & Vines of Campania 1:14:53

10M ago1:14:53

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Campania was one of the most famous wine regions of antiquity. The pedigree of Fiano, Greco, and Aglianico are well documented in literature of the time (including Pliny the Elder’s Naturalis Historius)! These wines have a legacy of cultivation for more than 2000 years on this land, and since the 1700s, the Mastroberardino family have taken the lea…

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Ep 477: Stefania Fuselli of Le Vigne di Silvia in Bolgheri, Tuscany -- Family, Football, Fortitude, & Fantastic Wine 56:44

10M ago56:44

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When we were on our last day of the Patron trip in Tuscany, we had our final dinner in Bolgheri at a fairly new winery, Le Vigne di Silvia. This farm is owned by a family that was as kind as they could be. It was everything you could hope for when visiting an Italian family -- great food, welcoming hospitality, homey vibe, and great wine! Photo: St…

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Ep 476: Bolgheri, Tuscany -- the Birthplace of the Super Tuscan Movement 45:47

11M ago45:47

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First, if you haven’t checked out my new site – shout out to Polly Hammond, my dear friend and a complete rockstar at www.5forests.com! This time, we decided to do this show as a good set up for next week’s show with Stefania Fuselli, one of the sisters who runs Le Vigne di Silvia, an outstanding family winery that the Patrons and I visited while i…

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Ep 475: Jeff Clarke of O:TU Wines - The Evolution of Marlborough, New Zealand Wines 57:40

11M ago57:40

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Jeff Clarke has been a winemaker in Marlborough New Zealand for decades, starting at one of the companies that pioneered the Sauvignon Blanc of the region, Montana Wines. Jeff is an award-winning, world famous winemaker who is now at OTU Wine Estate in the Awatere Valley and I discovered his wines through Wine Access — his Sauvignon Blanc was unlik…

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Ep 474: Campania, Italy -- Details on a Splendid Trip to this Underrated Region 46:53

11M ago46:53

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You’ll be able to tell how much I loved Campania/Irpinia by how enthusiastic I am in the show. If you don’t know the wines of this underrated region, you need to begin your exploration immediately. Fiano, Greco, and Aglianico make some of the best wines in the world, and yet for various reasons, they don’t get the credit they deserve. Maybe if we, …

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Ep 473: The Recap of a Trip to the Fabulous Wine Regions of Tuscany 54:48

11M ago54:48

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This show is a recap of a the recent trip through Tuscany that my travel partner, Tourissimo, and I organized for a group of 19 Patrons (join Patreon so you can make the next one!). We go through the major DOCGs/DOCs we visited and I share some interesting things I learned and observed. A great one for armchair travel! Here are the DOCGs we explore…

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Ep 472: David Kong, CEO of GlasVin -- the best new handblown glasses to hit the market 47:50

12M ago47:50

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Alert: David is so awesome that he has offered us a discount on your purchase of GlasVin! Use code: WINEFORNORMALPEOPLE for 10% off (Patrons, please see Patreon for a deeper discount!) We have never before had on a glassware producer because, in the past, it has been a very limited field. One company dominated and sometimes their products made no s…

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Ep 471: The Best Wine Pairings with Mexican and TexMex 43:17

12M ago43:17

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This week we see if there are any wines that can stand up to Mexican food. As with all our episodes like this, we ordered a lot of traditional Mexican and TexMex dishes that included common ingredients. Then we paired up wines that are most commonly recommended, plus a few that I think may be good options that most people don't talk about. Photo cr…

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