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Stepping Out Pt. 2! How Don Burns is Making his Mark and Crafting Some Rare Liquid in Paso Robles. Jan 30, 2023

Show notes

MJ’s guests today are 100-point winemaker Don Burns of Turtle Rock and tech entrepreneur Mike Downey.

In Part 2 of this episode, MJ, Don, and Mike talk about the convergence of wine and technology. How Rare Liquid is working to solve wine’s provenance problem and how blockchain technology can empower artisans and bring more equity to the industry.

A huge thank you to Don Burns!

For information about Turtle Rock Vineyards click the link.

Follow Turtle Rock on IG

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Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers!

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Thank you to our sponsor: Rare Liquid. Rare Liquid is setting a new provenance standard for the rare wine & spirits industry. Utilizing the untapped potential of Web 3.0 Rare Liquid is building a community of artisan producers, technology, and logistics professionals to serve the needs of next-generation wine collectors.

Learn more at Rare Liquid

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Stepping Out! How Don Burns is Making his Mark and Crafting Some Rare Liquid in Paso Robles. Jan 25, 2023

Show notes

MJ’s guest today is a Paso Robles native and 100-point winemaker Don Burns of Turtle Rock.

In Part 1 of this episode, MJ and Don discuss growing during the '80s in Paso Robles. A life-changing sailing trip. Steakhouses, Zinfandel, learning from Justin Smith and what makes Paso such a unique AVA.

A huge thank you to Don Burns!

For information about Turtle Rock Vineyards click the link.

Follow Turtle Rock on IG

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Learn more at Rare Liquid

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LIVE from The DTC Symposium Jan 23, 2023

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In this episode, MJ recorded on location at the Free the Grapes Direct to Consumer Symposium in Concord CA with his good friends from The Winemakers Pod Bart Hansen and Sam Coturri! We hope you enjoy these conversations.

Hugh Scallon of Vayner Media. https://vaynermedia.com

Steve Gross, VP, State Relations, Wine Institute https://wineinstitute.org

Jason Hass of Tablas Creek www.tablascreek.com

Shana Bull is a Digital Storyteller + Marketing Educator, and Children’s Book Author https://shanabull.com

Shae Frichette and her husband were living in Southern California when they met and got married. They wanted to move closer to family in either South Carolina or Washington. They used the flip of a coin to determine they would relocate to Washington. They wanted to create a business that would give them goosebumps. With a little research and cheerleading from friends, they decided to go into wine. www.frichettewinery.com

Ross Halleck planted the Halleck Vineyard in 1993, one of the first in the hills of Sebastopol, in western Sonoma County. The primary intent for this vineyard was to serve as a college fund for our three boys, Connor, Adam, and Quinn. Of course, a passion for Pinot led the charge. www.halleckvineyard.com

Barbara Gorder is a consultant and Owner Undisclosed Location, Inc. Over the past 20 years, she has helped to build and design some of the world’s most powerful brands. She has broad marketing and advertising expertise across all channels and disciplines with an emphasis on new technologies. Barbara is Kino chair for the direct to consumer wide symposium. https://www.unlo.com

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Thank you to our sponsor: Rare Liquid. Rare Liquid is setting a new provenance standard for the rare wine & spirits industry. Utilizing the untapped potential of Web 3.0 Rare Liquid is building a community of artisans producers, technology and logistics professional all to serve the needs of next gen wine collectors.

Learn more at Rare Liquid

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Not An Undercover Brother. How Benjamin Dyett Repeatedly Breaks Down Walls and Barriers. Jan 16, 2023

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MJ’s guest today is a wine enthusiast, Lawyer, and long-time entrepreneur, "OG" in the Co-working movement Benjamin Dyett. Benjamin is a Partner at Deco Group and is a Flexible Workplace Strategist. He is a current board member and past President of the Board of Directors for Shelter Manor. He is a Rear Commodore / Officer of the Shelter Island Yacht Club Benjamin is also the first African-American member of The Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin.

In this episode MJ and his guest discuss growing up Black in NY’s Westchester County in the ’60s & ’70s. The rise and fall of the co-working movement. Bordeaux, Burgundy, and “wine taxes.”

A huge thank you to Benjamin Dyett!

For information about The Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin click the link.

For more information about Sylvester Manor click the link.

For more information about Hudson River Community Sailing click the link.

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Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers!

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Thank you to our sponsor: Rare Liquid. Rare Liquid is setting a new provenance standard for the rare wine & spirits industry. Utilizing the untapped potential of Web 3.0 Rare Liquid is building a community of artisans producers, technology, and logistics professionals all to serve the needs of next-gen wine collectors.

Learn more at Rare Liquid

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Man (x) Food and Wine! Casey Webb’s Soif For All Things Food and Wine! Jan 09, 2023

Show notes

MJ’s guest today is a Food Lover, Actor, Producer, and TV Personality widely known as the Host of Man v. Food! In this episode MJ and Casey discuss all things NJ like pork roll, The Windmill, Action Park, high school football rivalries, and everything that makes growing up at the Jersey Shore so special. They also discuss how changing his attitude and perseverance led him to host his show on the Food Network.

A huge thank you to Casey Webb!

Follow him on IG at @iamhusky4life

This episode’s in-studio wine:

1974 Sterling Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

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The Man from Málaga! How Jorge Ordóñez Revolutionized Spanish Wine. Dec 27, 2022

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MJ’s guest todayis the legendary importer and relentless advocate for the wines of Spain, Jorge Ordonez! In this episode, MJ and Jorge discuss growing up in Málaga. His family’s origins in the wine business. Introducing Albariño to America, refrigerated wine shipping, 100% new oak, and handing over the reins to the next generation.

A huge thank you to Jorge Ordóñez!

Follow him on IG at @jorgeordonezselections

Check out his website: https://www.jorgeordonezselections.com/

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Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers!

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From Runaway to Runaway Success! Karen MacNeil's Amazing True Life Story. Dec 19, 2022

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MJ’s guest in this episodeis the only American to have won every major wine award given in the English language Karen MacNeil! MJ and Karen discuss her humble beginnings. Driving across the country to move to NYC. The ups and downs of being a wine journalist. Radio, PBS, and how she penned the Bible of Wine.

A huge thank you to Karen MacNeil!

Follow her on IG at @karenmacneilco

Check out her website: https://www.karenmacneil.com/

Subscribe to her newsletter: https://winespeed.com/subscribe/

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Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers!

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Wayfarer You Got What I Need! Cleo Pahlmeyer and the Art of Crafting World Class Pinot Noir. Dec 12, 2022

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In this episode MJ and his guest, Cleo Pahlmeyer discuss English as a second language, growing up in Napa Valley, the world of fine art, and assuming the reins of one of Napa Valley's legendary wineries and her passion for Pinot Noir.

A huge thank you to Cleo Pahlmeyer

Follow her on IG at @wayfarervineyard

Check out their website: https://www.wayfarervineyard.com/

This episode’s in studio wines:

2020 Wayfarer WF2 Chardonnay

2019 Wayfarer Estate Pinot Noir

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Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers!

Don’t forget to subscribe and be sure to give The Black Wine Guy Experience a five-star review on whichever platform you listen to.

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Sustainable AF! How Alisa Jacobsen Is Turning The Tide on Sustainability and Inclusivity. Dec 05, 2022

Show notes

MJ’s guest today is Winemaker, Environmentalist, and Outdoor Enthusiast Alisa Jacobsen. In this episode, Alisa and MJ discuss her remarkable career. Everything from growing a major brand, making wine around the world, purchasing her own vineyards, and launching her Turning Tides label. It’s a raucous episode filled with insights and laughter.

A huge thank you to Alisa Jacobsen

Follow her on IG at @winesbyaj @turningtidewines @rarenorthwines

Check out her website: https://www.turningtidewines.com/

This episode’s in studio wines:

2021 Turning Tide Central Coast Sauvignon Blanc

2021 Rare North Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

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Special shout-outs to Bridget Birkeland, Brooke Sabel, and Josh Phelps!

For information about organic certification check out CCOF

Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers!

Don’t forget to subscribe and give The Black Wine Guy Experience a five-star review on whichever platform you listen to.

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A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing... How Anne-Charlotte and Château Font du Loup Are Finding a Way to Move Forward. Dec 01, 2022

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This is the most important episode of the podcast recorded to date.

In this episode MJ and Anne-Charlotte Melia-Bacha discuss the origins of her family's historic estate in Châteauneuf-du-Pape and the current tragic situation in which it is currently embroiled.

It's a heavy episode...

Anne-Charlotte opens up about some of her initial feelings and thoughts about how she initially looked at handling the situation.

And...

How her vulnerability ignited her community to rally behind her.

We are asking that you lend your financial support to a historic estate that has fallen on hard times due to unscrupulous business practices.

Listen to this important episode. Donate at https://bit.ly/SaveFontDuLoup and Share.

Ask your friends to Donate and Share too.

A huge thank you to Anne-Charlotte

Follow her on IG at @anne_charlotte_lafontduloup @fontduloup

Check out their website: https://lafontduloup.com/

This episode’s in studio wines:

2021 Château del a Font du Loup Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc

2021 Château del a Font du Loup Châteauneuf-du-Pape Grandeur Nature

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Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers!

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