Stay ConnectedWine 101 is a wine podcast for the everyday wine lover. Once a week VinePair’s tastings director Keith Beavers will breakdown everything from how wine is made to wine regions of the world in easy-to-digest fashion giving the listener the confidence they need on their wine journey.
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We have been hanging out in Northern Italy a bit lately, so why not talk about the country's most northern wine region? The wines of Valle D'Aosta are some of the most unique Italian wines.
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As the Nebbiolo grape gets further north its characteristics change and show off even more awesomeness. Let's talk about Carema and Valltellina!
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The fame and recognition of the wines of Barolo and Barbaresco are undeniable but what about the wine regions due north? They use the same grape, sort of, and express a completely different personality. Get ready to explore the wines of Alto Piemonte.
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They rose. They fell. They are rising again. They are here. Let's talk about hybrid grapes.
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Taking a minute (or thirty) to vibe-check our wine-drinking culture. We are a country of trends and wine is very much part of that. Let's talk about the history of wine trends in the US and get excited about what is next.
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THe Norton grape is said to be the first cultivated American native grapevine. Yes, that is true but there is more to this story.
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Chianti finally became what we know it today. A young noble leaves Florence for the vineyards of his estate and makes history.
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Let's get to know a native American wine grape
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We take a quick break from deep dives to answer a listener's request and talk about the wine region of Corsica and it's amazing wines.
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The Grand Dukes of Tuscany and the Chianti hills
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As Florence evolves, and then suffers, a wine region begins to form in the south.
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There is a legend in the Chianti HIlls about a race for territory and a black rooster. In reality, the history the story is based on establishes the wine region we see today.
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The 7th-century Etruscans set the stage for 15th-century Italy's first fine wine region.
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Medieval Italy sets the stage for the wine country we recognize today.
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Before and after the rise of Rome land under-vine in Italy was already everywhere. And what came next was the largest explosion of wine culture in the ancient world.
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We wind our way through ancient Greek history with examples of just how important the grapevine was to their culture
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The grapevine happens upon a culture that takes its love for wine to the next level, becoming the conveyer of wine to the world beyond the Mediterranean. Greece's beginnings begin with wine.
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As we wrap up the series on the Origins of wine we see the Phoenician culture inspire the Mediterranean and eventually the Greeks.
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As the Bronze Age becomes the Iron Age the grapevine begins to travel beyond its previous limits.
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Before we move into more familiar territory we watch the grapevine exit the Fertile Crescent to the Nile Delta.
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Before the grapevine spreads west we stop for a moment to visit an excavation site south of Tbilisi in the Republic of Georgia
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As we move into our history as writers, stories emerge to tell the tale of humanity—wine comes along for the ride.
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As we evolve out of the Stone Age so does our agriculture. Wine becomes a key player in the beginnings of human cultivation.
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How did wine become popular? In the first part of this new series, we look back in time in search of where humans and the grapevine first intersect.
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Like the unfolding of a complex plot the Rhone thrusts France's industry into Modernity. We wrap up the Rhone series with the region's ultimate contribution to wine.
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After the fall of Rome history began to blur until the late Middle Ages in the Rhone but there are two significant moments we can find During the late Middle Ages in the Rhone Valley, history became unclear after the fall of Rome. However, there are two significant moments that we can identify that have an impact on the wine of the region today.
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We begin our Rhone series with a look back at wine in the region's antiquity.
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A quick episode on the story of Beaujolais. It's just south of Burgundy but it came up a very different way.
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As we close our Burgundy series, we see the wine region experience a rollercoaster ride from flourish to hardship and ending with silver linings resulting in the Burgundy we know today.
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The Dukes of Burgundy were a vibe, for sure, and their wealth and royal connections made this era in the region prosperous and messy. But it was Phillip the Bold who sewed and seed that brought about change that would last until today.
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As Burgundy establishes itself the monks and monasteries of the region begin to shape the future
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As we dive further into how Burgundy became Burgundy we need to talk about the people who gave this region its name. How did the kingdom of Burgundy form and how do vines and wines play into the mix?
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We are diving into a series exploring how Burgundy became the famous wine region it is today. And we begin with the Gauls and their obsession with wine south of the Alps.
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In this brief episode, we take it all in and explain the five sub-zones of Champagne, what grows there and why.
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As Champagne evolved and prospered cooperatives began to spring up diversifying grape sourcing even more. With all of this came the Champagne codes. The what?
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The Champagne riots were ugly and violent but were an important moment in the wine region's development as well as the rest of the country's wine industry.
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Modern-day Champagne as we know it is largely credited to Madam Clicquot. Her innovations and drive for success was unmatched. IN the episode we talk about her life and the world around her as the wine region grows.
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An important moment in Champagne's history arises with the most famous monk in wine, Dom Perignon. What is it with this guy and all the legends surrounding him? Did he invent champagne? Was he blind? What did he do and say?
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In our next installment of how Champagne became Champagne, we examine human history and an important relationship that put this wine region on its destiny path.
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Before we dive deep into the wild history of this famous region we need to go back in time. Like Jurrasic Park time. This is a short episode but it's packed to the gills.
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Wrapping up our Bordeaux series with a breakdown of the wine styles you will encounter form the three (four?) regions of the Right Bank known as The Libournais.
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How did the Right Bank of Bordeaux become the Right Bank? Let's do some history.
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Now that we have a nice in-depth understanding of the history of Bordeaux let's dive into each of the four famous communes that house the Classed Growth and get into what they're all about.
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A quick supplemental episode as the holidays roll over us about the town and region that lost to Bordeaux and its wine region that endures today.
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Bordeaux becomes the largest and most popular fine wine region in the world as Napoleon the third showcases the best of France
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Out of the ashes of war, Bordeaux sees its rise on the horizon as the Dutch begin to dominate trade across the world leading to land reclamation in the Medoc.
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This is part one of a series where we dive deep and head first into the history of Bordeaux. How did this region get to where it is today? Through poets and kings, wars and weddings, and from antiquity to the Hundreds Year War, Bordeaux's story begins.
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What does it mean to have diversity in wine? What does it look like and how can we continue to work towards absolute equality in this industry? For the last episode of the season, I say down with Reggie Leonard III, co-founder of Virginia's Oenoverse and the Two Up Wine Down Festival to talk about what it all means and what we can do to further inclusivity.
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I sat down with Alex Schrecengost Founder of Virtual With Us and Culture With US who has experienced the full WSET program. We talked about how she got to WSET, what the levels involved and what she took away from the program.
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Yeast comes up a lot on his podcast and in your wine world but what is this little single-celled critter and how does it work?
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It’s a building block of wine and crucial to color and age worthiness. Let’s break down tannin, literally
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It's a word you will come across the further you get into wine. It can be a bit confusing and has a few meanings so let's dive in.
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Is it odd that a rot is noble? Not in the wine world! In this episode, we get down with the nature science behind this humid phenomenon.
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THe word Brix sounds cool and is popping up more and more in our consumer wine world. In the episode, we get a little geeky with some science and a dose of history to understand this very cool-looking word.
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It's a term being displayed more and more on winemaker websites as well as e-commerce so what is residual sugar and how does it affect wine and your palate?
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In this episode, we break down and break out of the confusion surrounding this prevalent process in winemaking. Let's do some science!
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In this episode with dive into the history and science behind this, sometimes confusing concept and winemaking process. Is it a good thing? A bad thing? It's complicated.
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In the first of a series of "keyword" episodes let's break down the meaning of the term Negociant.
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In this episode, we break down the En Primeur phenomenon of buying wine almost two years before it's bottled.
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Blind tasting is fun! It's not a completion (although it can be) and not a must. You could enjoy wine and never blind but blinding can help you enjoy wine. Let's explain.
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In this episode, Keith takes a deep dive into what an AVA is. The history was covered in the History of American Wine series in season three but is an AVA really in the modern sense of today's wine world?
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From the soil to the vine. In the episode we break down the idea of vine training; what does it mean, how is it used and how does it benefit wine?
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In this episode, we dive deep into the earth. Well, the bedrock at least. Let's a general sense of what soil is when it comes to wine.
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In this episode Scott Kozel, winemaker at Frei Brothers and the greater Costal California zones, talks about how to maintain quality as wine production scales up.
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In this episode, Matt Steel Director, of Central Coast Winemaking at Gallo comes on the pod to help wrap our heads around this vast winemaking region
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I talk with Kyle Pallischeck, Executive Director of the Finger Lakes Alliance about everything wine in the Finger Lakes.
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Santa Barabara is a county, a city, and a wine region. It can be a little confusing to wrap your head around so in the this episode we breakdown the geography and what grapes are thriving there so it's easier to enjoy these awesome winnes!
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I chat with husband and wife winemaking team Erin and Sandy of Dogwood and Thistle about the Mendocino AVA and get a snapshot of all the excitement going on there.
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We have so many regions of wine in the US. Just in California alone, it can be overwhelming. So I want to shine a light on great wine being made outside the more popular AVAs. Here I chat with Stuart Spencer, Lodi winemaker, grape grower, and executive director of Lodi Wines to get a well rounded idea of this wine zone. Get ready to book flights.
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This episode is the first of the six-part series where we explore American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) that may not be as understood as they should be. We'll start with Temecula Valley where I talk to Devon Parr about this AVA, what’s going on there, how it all happened, and what the future looks like. Thanks, Devin for chatting with me!
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The most northerly wine region in Italy has some fantastic native varieties that make very expressive wines that are here on our market but flying under the radar. Let's shine a light, shall we?
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In this episode Keith has a chat with Pietro Ratti, the son of Renato Ratti who was responsible for isolating Barolo Terroir. Pietro is carrying on this legacy and talked with Keith about the family history, the Nebbiolo grape, and the importance of a sense of place in Barolo.
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Nebbiolo expresses itself in different forms as it is planted further and further outside Barolo and Barbaresco. In this episode, we take about all of them.
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There is so much going on with wine in Le Marche that it doesn't make sense that thew region hasn't popped off on our market. Buckle up cuz we need to talk about this eastern Italian region.
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All the way down south in the arch of the foot of the boot, Italy lies a mountainous region. It doesn't make a lot of wine but what it does make is incredible. Let's break down Basilicata and it's famous wine.
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Smack, in the middle of Italy is Umbria. Often overshadowed by its neighbor Tuscany there are some great things happening here. We'll break the region down and talk about what you can find on the US market
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Abruzzo is a world of its own. In this episode, we break down the region and its amazing geography, its wine regions and it's very unique native varieties.
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In this episode, we answer some of your burning wine questions
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The arid mountainous region of Priorat has a long history of wine but it's not until modern times that things get interesting. In this episode we walk you through the story and the wine.
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In this episode we break down the wine tradition of the fortified wines of the Island of Madiera.
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In this episode, we break down the Sherry wine style and its various names as well as some geography and brief history.
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In this episode, we go into "Green Spain" and experience Spanish wines that are not made from the familiar varieties we are used to from this wine country. El Bierzo is has a personality all its own
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We are in Spain! In this episode, we break down Rioja's neighbor to the west where Tempranillo takes on a whole new personality.
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We head south to the foothills of the Pyrenees to dive into the wines of Roussillon. Often attached to the Languedoc region this wine zone has a personality of its own. We'll do little history and break down the region down
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In this episode we dive into the cold wine region in France and neighbor to Burgundy, the Jura.
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In this episode, we dive a bit deeper into Chinion with some soil specificity to help you find the style you are looking for.
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I bring in VinePair's Managing Editor and host of the Cocktail College podcast Tim McKirdy to talk everything Cognac
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in this episode we go all the way too the North eastern corner of France to Alsace where white wine is the main focus and with grapes not seen too often in the country. Also it’s a complicated zone, we break it down.
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In this episode, we dive into the French winemaking region called South West France. THere are so many appellations here but only a few, for now, make it to our market. We cover the region and what we will see on our shelves.
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In this episode we wrap up the Loire Valley with a focus on the middle of the region where Chenin Blanc fades and Cabernet Franc becomes the focus
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In this episode we dial in on some detail of wine form the southern Rhone with a little history
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In this episode, we begin a two-part series diving deeper into the Rhone focusing first on the northern Rhone.
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In this episode, we dive into the Sauternes AOC where sweet wine is the primary focus. A very unique wine region in Bordeaux
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In this episode, we'll dive into some history of the right bank as well as some different from the left bank as well as style.
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This is a supplement episode to the season one Bordeaux Appellation breakdown. Here we go into some history as well the general styles of the more celebrated communes.
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In this bonus episode, I chat with Master of Wine, wine writer/journalist Jancis Robinson (referred to by Keith as the Jedi Wine Master of Wine). We talk about her journey, what's next and her new focus.
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I have a chat with VinePair editor and fellow pod producer Katie Brown to chat about gifting wine for the holidays.
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Why do we chill wine down in the first place? This is a great place to start. In the episode, we learn how and why to chill down a bottle of red wine and which wines are best to be chilled.
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Whether you are storing a massive collection or a few baller bottles there are a few things to consider. Let's discuss.
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Keith sits down with VinePair's Cocktail College host Tim Mckirdy to talk about all things wine cocktails. It will blow your mind.
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Sardegna is an island with culture and native language very separate from the mainland. The same goes for the wine.
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Sicily is a world of its own when it comes to wine. It has been on a rollercoaster ride since antiquity and we are enjoying the results of that ride.
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Campania has heavy ties to the ancient world. And part of that is its wines. In the episode, we'll break down how to understand this amazing wine region on the American market and introduce you to some of your new favorite wines.
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Soave is Valpolicell's neighbor and they have some things in common. Let's look at the Soave region and it's hard to pronounce and easy to sip white wine grape.
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The Valpolicella is not just Amarone. Actually, Amarone is a new development that rose out of a happy accident. Some of the most fun wines in Italy come from here. Let's get into it
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I sat down with Kamee Knutson, head winemaker at Talbott Vineyards, and talked about the wines, the tasting room, and the Sleepy Hollow vineyard one of the US's legacy spots.
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Lugana is a unique Italian wine zone that straddles two regions and deals with one grape. A white wine grape with a funky nomenclature. It's a hidden gem of a place so let's get to know Lugana.
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One word, two meanings. It's a town. It's a grape. This can be one of the more confusing wine words in Italy. Especially when Americans come back from Tuscany and order the wrong wine. Let's clear this up.
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One of the newest and most age-worthy wines from Italy began with one man who, along with his family, created a wine with more structure than any of its neighboring zones and won over the American palate, becoming one of the first DOCG.
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Back in the day Chianti and Tuscany were going through a rough spot. Out of that rough came diamonds. This is the story of the Supertuscans.
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In this episode, we will get down with the details of this wine region. Below are two supplemental episodes from seasons past that will help with some background here:
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In the episode, we get familiar with the largest wine region in the world. These wines are on our shelves and they are great so let's get into wines from the Languedoc.
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Vouvray is a unique wine region where one grape takes on many forms. Wines from here are on our shelves so let's get a nice breakdown of the Loire Valley region and its affinity with Chenin Blanc.
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Wines from Saumur are delicious and on our market. Your eyes may have glazed right over them with all the bubbles out there. Let's get to know the uniqueness of the wines of Saumur.
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Beaujolais is Burgundy's southern neighbor with its own personality. A region developed around a grape that had been eradicated from the Duchy of Burgundy. Today This region is going through a revival on our market so let's get to know Bojo.
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These two neighboring towns are said to have the purest expression of Sauvignon Blanc. Let's get to know them and throw down a little history.
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We're diving back into France over the next six episodes starting with Muscadet. A wine region with a unique history, a unique mane, and even more unique wine. They are very prominent on our market and ready for some seafood.
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Let's explore the murky, mythical history of sparkling wine. In the episode, Keith did some digging and presents his sparkling wine history.
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We all know Champagne but what about all of the other great sparkling wines made in France outside that famous region. In this episode, we break down the seven regions to know that also sparkle.
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It can be said that the sparkling wines of Franciacorta are Italy's answer to Champagne. And although this is only partly true the journey ended with a traditional-method wine all their own.
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Cava is Spain's answer to Champagne. But how did it becomes what it is today? In this episode, we give some background on Spain's most unique wine regions.
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Virginia has our oldest wine history. But it's in modern times that the state found it's wine industry.
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The story of Oregon wine is in its modern wine era. Rebels run north and begin what will become a lasting image. Even with a rich history, this state is just getting started. We'll break down some history and geography to get you started.
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In this episode we breakdown the history of the wine industry of Washington State, which was not that long ago, and understand why this state is making such great wine.
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Senior Staff Writer and host of Vinepair's Cocktail College Tim McKirdy shares his favorite Wine 101 episode. Bordeaux, always a good region to brush up on. Especially when you can get it all in less than thirty minutes.
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In our last installment of the Sonoma/Napa we talk with Louis M. Martini Winery's Director of Winemaking, Michael Eddy about some Napa and Martini history as well as the future of the region.
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Now that we have Sonoma down pat let's deep-dive into Napa an understand what it's like getting there, being there and eating and drinking in our fine wine region.
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Brenae takes us on a a tour of the famous Monte Rosso Vineyard and reveals the past, present and future of Sonoma wine, especially in her Moon Mountain district.
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In this episode we dive deep into Sonoma and talk about what it's like being there, enjoying the wine, the food and the community.
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In this episode we'll break down what sustainability in wine means and give some examples of organizations across the country.
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Now that we are all in with the Organic knowledge let's dive deep into the original organic movement, biodynamic farming.
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In this episode we will get down with some history and break down what it really means to be organic in the wine industry.
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Join us as we answer some your burning wine questions
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Two words that have similar meanings but can be confusing just to look at. They define two important parts of the sparkling wine making process so let's get to know these words and the what they mean.
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What does it when a wine is at its peak. Does it all fall apart after this mystical moment? And what happens when a bottle is at its peak? Let's break all this down.
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Is it a real word? Does it reflect the soil? Or is it just an image our brains drum up with our nose int he glass. In this episode we'll breakdown this new-ish wine term.
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Three descriptors that can confuse that don't have too. In this episode we'll look at what, in wine, gives us the impression of Smooth/Sweet/Jammy.
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In this episode we will break down where the word Sommelier came from and how it became a staple position on the floors of fine dining restaurants.
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Does the price of a wine define the quality inside the bottle? Well, it's complicated. In this episode we break down the many factors involved in pricing wine.
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In this Episode we break down the history, science and value of box wine. Where did this extremely popular packaging come from?
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Get rid of the anxiety of reading, understanding, navigating and ordering from a wine list. In this episode we go over some tips top make your wine list/restaurant experience 100% fun.
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Wine shop jitters be gone! In this Episode Keith will help you shake off the anxiety of buying wine with some solid tips to help you own your retail wine experience.
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We finish our American Wine History series looking at the wine industry from Prohibition to modern day.
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While the Eastern territories struggled to grow vines and make wine it was a different story out west. In part two of our American Wine History series we follow the Spanish to the New World and the settlers on the Santa Fe Trail.
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Welcome to Season three! Let's start the season with a series! This is the first episode of a three part series on the history of wine in the US. In this episode we dive right into how it all started. Was it in the east or the west? Well, it's complicated.
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It’s a a fun abbreviation of an old style of wine with a somewhat new name that’s trending. Yeah that’s a bit confusing right? In this episode we get to the bottom of what Pét-Nat is.
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It's trending now but has been in practice since wine existed. Let's get nice, fresh, fruity and science-y about carbonic maceration
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This is really where it all begins. We are going to hang out in nature real quick with the grape vine to understand how we as humans guide it to a grape.
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IN this episode we break down the meaning of these ancient guidelines and how they apply to wine.
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English wine is a thing and has been for some time. Sparkling is the dominant style and refrshiment is the theme. In this episode we break down this unlikely wine region.
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Now that you are ready to Look, Smell, Swirl, Sip let's get confident with some terms used in the wine world that can be a bit confusing. By the end of this episode, you'll be able to verbally describe the texture of a wine like a boss.
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In this episode we get a nice overview of the wine regions of Croatia. It's wines are more and more prevalent on our shelves and with some new and exciting grapes and wines to enjoy.
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Let's get down and dirty with how red wine is made. This is the fundamental jam that will form a base for all other wine hues in future episodes.
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It's an ancient style that is seeing a reemergence in modern wine. In this episode we look at the history and production of this fizzy drink piquette.
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The Republic of Georgia is one of the most fascinating and wine-rich cultures on the planet. So why are we just recently seeing these wines on our shelves and lists? In this episode we break down the unique position the land has in history and how it's wine culture has endured.
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Orange wine is the new hue. It is an entire different category than all the others. Let's get into Orange wine and understand it so we can enjoy it.
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Brining it back to the beginning for those just joining us. Everyone has to start somewhere, so let's begin with how you taste. No matter where you are on your wine journey, you are already doing it! All you have to do is tap into your senses.
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Now that we are familiar with the white wines of Greece let's get into the reds. The list is small but mighty.
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Check out the first episode of VinePair's newest podcast, Cocktail College, with senior writer Tim McKirdy. Each week he'll explore a classic cocktail with an iconic bartender, and this week he takes on the Old Fashioned with Dave Arnold. Please subscribe to Cocktail College on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or whatever podcast platform you prefer.
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In this two part-er we go over some ancient history and talk about how important wine was in Greece. Then we'll break down the white wines you will see on the American market as well as what is on the way! Next week we will focus on reds.
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It's finally here! I have mentioned this wine region many times throughout the past two seasons and here we are! Let's get excited about this regional confluence of culture and wine styles.
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Hard to read, easy to say and amazing to drink. Txakolina (Chacolina) is one of the most refreshening wines out there but the labels can be a bit confusing. Let's break this wine and it's region in northeastern Spain down so we can get to enjoying
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In this episode we give a general breakdown on what Brandy is. We'll dip into some history and talk about he unique way in process in which its made.
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You guys sent in some of your burning wine questions and in this episode I try to answer as many as I can.
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Scoring wine is not a new but the way we did here in the US is. Let's dig into the history of wine writing and the development of the 100- point wine scoring system.
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The Judgment of Paris was a defining moment in our wine drinking culture. In this episode we dive into the story of how the world began to recognize the US as a winemaking nation.
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Cork has been the go to for a long time. But there are reasons the screw cap is becoming more prevalent. In this episode we'll break down how they are made and how they benefit wine.
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In this episode we'll talk about the scattered history of the wine barrel and how this vessel interacts with wine.
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What happens when your wine experience is comprised? What are wine faults and how can we detect them? In this episode we'll go over the most frequent faults out there and they they occur.
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Sulfer Dioxide is wine's great protector and one of the best tools winemaker's have to make sound wine. In this episode we'll get a little science-y and understand how SO2 solidifies your wine-drinking experience.
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What is Oenology and why is spelled that way? In this episode we'll talk about how winemakers are scientists and how they apply it to their craft.
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It almost destroyed the entire wine industry. How did the Phylloxera epidemic get out of hand, how did we get a handle on it and why is it not a thing today? Or is it? In this episode we break it all down.
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Lambrusco is more than what you know. We fell in love with the sweeter style but let's talk about the other styles and even our knowledge of this amazing wine out.
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In this episode we'll talk about Sangiovese and the grape's origins. Then we'll head into the Chianti wine region with a little bit of history and geography to get you comfortable with this, sometimes wonderfully complicated place.
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In this episode we clear up some confusion on the the many names that sound the same when it comes to this family of grapes. We'll focus on the most popular and what styles you can find them so you know whet your looking at on retail shelves.
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In this episode we'll talk about what this style is and how it's made. We'll get into how this style had advantages in the early days of exploration and do a quick run through on some of the most popular fortified wines on the market.
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In this episode we will scratch the surface of the deep history of Portugal and how it relates to the wine. We'll talk about the many many native grape varieties and four regions that are plentiful on the US market.
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Germany has one of the most unique wines law system. Upon first glance it seem a bit confusing but it's actually very regimented. In this episode we'll break down how to understand German wine law with a slice of history.
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In this episode we'll break down a little Provence history, talk about the unique list of grapes used in the blends and an overview of which areas you'll see on shelves here int he US.
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The rhone valley has dual personalities. We see a lot of Cote Du Rhone on shelves but that's only scratching the surface of awesome here in this ancient wine growing region. In this episode we breakdown the rhone in all it major parts so it's easier to understand.
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In this episode we talk about how this cold, northerly French wine region makes some of the most sough-after wine in the world. We'll talk a little history and go over the different styles you'll see on shelves.
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Rioja is small but mighty. As one of the most recognizable wine regions in Spain its wine laws and traditions are unique to this region. In this episode we talk about how Rioja came to be and breakdown what you need to know on a wine label.
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South African wine has been flourishing for a few decades now and is finally gaining steam on our market. In this episode we break down the wine culture here with some history and regions you'll see on US shelves.
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Welcome to Syrah. Or is it, welcome to Shiraz? In this episode we'll talk about the origins of the roguish Rhone variety, it's confusing names and how it express itself across the growing regions of the world.
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Australia is massive. And so is its wine culture. In this episode we give a general overview of some of the wine regions we are seeing ans will see coming onto the American Market.
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No rules and an attention to detail. New Zealand has come a long way in t short amount of time and is just getting started. In this episode we break down a little bit of history and talk about the wine regions you will see on the American market.
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Today almost all of Chile's wine regions are on our shelves. It's a country rich in wine history. In this episode we'll talk about how the wine industry formed, where it's headed and break down the wine regions.
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We know Malbec because of Argentina. But what do we know about Argentina. There's a whole history before Malbec that set the grape up for success.
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New York has been planting vines for a long time. But everything changed after Prohibition. In the episode we'll talk about how this wine region became a new national focus break down its AVA's.
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The term Red Blend is not new but the meaning behind it here in the US is. It's actually evolving as we speak. What does it mean and how does it effect our drinking culture? I bring in VinePair CEO Adam Teeter who has all the info.
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What is an appellation exactly? I means one thing in general and many things when getting down to specifics. Sound confusing? It can be but in the episode we break it all down for you.
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The word is unique to the French language. But the concept and ideas that surround it are vast and global. Let's discuss Terroir and what it means.
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Welcome to the last episode of season one! Here we do an overview of the celebrated wine regions in Italy and set up future episodes where we will dive even deeper in to the hills of Tuscany. Season two is on the way!
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In this episode we do a general overview of the diversity of Spain. Before we dive into the more well known regions in future episodes let's talk about the geography, climates and native varieties that make this wine country so unique.
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Barolo and Barbaresco are some of the world's most revered wines. Both are named after towns made from the same grape but they couldn't be more different from each other. In this episode we break down the legacy of these towns, wines and the humans that made it happen.
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Malbec has become one of the most popular wines in the US, but how did we get here? This episode tells the story of this grape's journey from Europe to Argentina to the hearts of American wine drinkers.
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Prosecco is one of the most popular wine in the US, and for good reason: it's fun and delicious on its own or in a spritz or a mimosa. But where is it made and how does it get to bubbly? Let's break down this very interesting story.
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Outside of California there's a whole country of wine out there. Let's have a discussion about how far we've come as a wine drinking culture as consumers and winemakers and where else great wine is available across the US.
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So much land. So much wine. So much diversity. The Central Coast of California is home to great wine that deserves to be celebrated. In this episode we give a general overview of the huge AVA and talk about some of the many sub AVA's that you'll find on shelves.
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In Sonoma wine is grown and organized in a very different way than it's much smaller neighbor to the east, Napa Valley. I this Episode we talk about the immense diversity and exploratory spirit of this wine growing region and how to wrap our heads around it.
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The Napa Valley is the wine region that put the U.S. on the International wine map. In this episode we talk a bit about how it became what it is today, and breakdown its parts to help you fully understand it.
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The name is uniquely ours. But where is it from? For a long time Zinfandel was a mystery. Not any more! How was it solved? It's a fun story.
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From humble beginnings, to rock star status, to rock bottom, Merlot has experienced a rollercoaster ride of popularity. Let's understand this grape's story and fall back in love.
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Riesling is one of the world's 6 noble grapes, but you may not know much about it, and that's ok, but with it growing in popularity across the US, it's time you did. Let's get to know Riesling.
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Bordeaux is one of the most confusing, amazing, and historic wine regions in the world. In this episode we'll break it all down and provide you with confidence to get into the amazing region.
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It's one of the most recognized wine grapes on the globe. In the states it's almost synonymous red wine. In this episode we'll get to know Cabernet Sauvignon and talk about where it shines on the shelves.
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Chardonnay is grown in almost every wine growing region in the world. Why is it so ubiquitous? Where did it come from and what styles can you easily find and experience? Let's get into it...
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By the end of this episode you will have a grasp on one of the most revered, fragmented and confusing wine regions in the world.
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In this episode we'll talk about Pinot Noir's legacy, potential origin and the many styles form across the wine regions across the world.
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Sauvignon Blanc makes such expressive wine! In this episode we talk about its origins and the different styles from across the world.
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It's one of the most go-to white wines in the US. We'll talk about the origin of Pinot Grigio and the different styles. Different styles, you say? Oh yeah, there's more to this grape than you know.
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It's something all wine lovers think about. How does food and wine pairing work? Are there any rules? How important is it and are there any tricks? Let's talk this out and break it down.
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Do you need a decanter in your wine life? How much do you need to spend on one and what kind should you get? Let's talk this out and break it down.
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Where did the wine glass come from and how does it work? How do you decide which ones to buy? How many should you buy and what kinds? I know, it's stressful. Let's break it all down.
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Not every wine is meant for aging. How do you know which ones are and which ones aren't? Let's break it down.
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Let's breakdown how a blend happens and talk about where the idea came from. Also what is this new term emerging in our drinking culture, the red blend and how is it different from varietal wine
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It's a big wine world out there! There are so many bottles from so many different places. How do we decode all these wine labels?! Let's breakdown what you are looking at and what it all means.
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Now that we've covered all the hues, let's break down this crazy style of wine we call bubbly. I'll breakdown this meticulous, and one time dangerous, winemaking process as we learn how the bubbs get inside that glass of bubbly.
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Just because a winemaker is great at making red wine, doesn't mean they will be able to make incredible white wine. That's because while there are similarities, making white wine is very different from making red. Let's dive in and learn what's up.
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You love rosé. I love rosé. EVERYONE loves rosé. So how is it made, and where did it come from? The first question is easy. The second, well it's a bit more complicated. Let's get into it.
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This is it! Now that we know some wine terms and have been acquainted with the vine, let's get down and dirty with how red wine is made. This is the fundamental jam that will form a base for all other wine hues in future episodes.
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This is really where it all begins. We are going to hang out in nature real quick with the grape vine to understand how we as humans guide it to a grape.
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Now that you are ready to Look, Smell, Swirl, Sip let's get confident with some terms used in the wine world that can be a bit confusing. By the end of this episode, you'll be able to verbally describe the texture of a wine like a boss.
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Welcome to the first episode of Wine 101, hosted by VinePair’s Tastings Director Keith Beavers. Over the next 30 episodes Keith will lead you on a journey that teaches you everything you need to know about the world of wine, but everyone has to start somewhere, so let's begin with how you taste. No matter where you are on your wine journey, you are already doing it! All you have to do is tap into your senses.
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Introducing a new podcast for the everyday wine lover.
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