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The 1855 Bordeaux Classification and more. Meet Jean Michael LaPorte of Chateau Talbot Dec 09, 2021

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In 1855, Napoleon III organized a classification of the Left Bank wineries. Chateau Talbot earned a position as a 4th growth putting it among the top Chateau of the area. In fact, Saint Julien, where Chateau Talbot resides, earned 11 classified positions making it the most awarded sub-district. Hear from Jean Michael Laporte, General Director and winemaker of Chateau Talbot. Also, listen to the Wine Talks episode with Jean Paul Bignon of Chateau Talbot.

Most famous Champagne has a story. Meet the story teller Tilar Mazzeo Dec 02, 2021

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Tilar Mazzeo used to share the fame Champagne Veuve Clicquot with her friends and would bring anecdotal stories about the widow until her friends said "you need to write a book about this woman" so she did. A fascinating story of the most recognized Champagne brand on the planet... and it wasn't always that way. After you hear the sorted tails, you will be inspired to get on a plane, head to Champagne France and see it for yourself.

Champagne is about family. Try 13 generations...and meet Alain Sacy Nov 24, 2021

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There is a certain passion that surrounds Champagne; its production and consumption....it is different than other wines. Yes, it sparkles and is assigned the role of celebration in the wine world. If you ask any wine making family in Champagne if the beverage should be reserved for special occasions, they will respond with..."everyday is a special occasion!" And I agree, Champagne should be part of your regular wine consumption. Hear from Alain Sacy who has employed his adult children as the 13th generation of Sacy's in the family business.

This guy knows wine. Meet winemaker, educator and passioniste…Ian Blackburn. Nov 18, 2021

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I kept running into Ian at tastings, dinners and special wine events. We got to talking and his expertise oozed during our conversations. He makes wine, educates on wine and judges wine…pretty much does it all. We sat down and tried to touch on all of it…but ran out of time. It inspires one to hear the drive and passion.

She is absolutely committed to the family vineyard; pure passion. Meet Jessica Stolpman. Nov 17, 2021

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The Stolpman history is storied in the wine business. Typical in that boy becomes attorney, attorney finds wine, attorney starts winery; heard it a thousand times...but this story is for the love of the lifestyle and love of the grape. Here from Jessica Stolpman and her path to the family business.

From Provence to Sonoma, incredible journey. Wine Talks with Justin Hirigoyen Nov 11, 2021

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Justin Hirigoyen got the bug at wile working at his fathers Basque restuarant. What is interesting, his first soiree into making wine landed on the opposite side of the Pyrenees at the famed Chateau D'Esclans. After his first harvest, he was hooked. His philosophy is to listen and learn to the land to create the best wine from the terroir. His approach os fresh and we tasted through three Pinot Noirs each a 2018 from different parts of famed Pinto Noir territory. Have a listen.

From the Silicon Valley to the Napa Valley with success. Meet Vineyard 29 Nov 02, 2021

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Before we started the recorder, my conversation with Chuck McMInn was about the telecom industry back in the day....and how he was responsible for the release of the famed Intel 8088 processor (this is serious microprocessor history). The wine bug got him on a trip to Napa and as he puts it "I got into the wine business two weeks before I knew I was in the wine business"" Fabulous story and as winemaker Keith Emerson peels back his passion for winemaking, you understand why Vineyard 29 quickly became a sought after wine. Salud.

Les Amis Du Vin in all its glory. The history is there. Ed Masciana in the house. Oct 28, 2021

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The study of wine started in the late 60's when Ed began calling on Palos Verdes Wines and Spirits as a newspaper ad salesman. He was inspired by dad's exuberance and academia for the subject and committed himself to learn as much as fast as possible. Ultimately, he headed up two chapters of the International wine society, Les Amis Du Vin, through which Ed organized tastings with some of the most famed critics of the time. Ed and I dig a bit deeper on what the modern LADV will look like. Salut.

Passion in the Williamette Valley. Meet Rollin Soles. Oct 22, 2021

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I bought some Roco Pinot Noir; the Stalker, and during the process was told the winemaker, Rollin Soles was a hoot. Correct. Having made wine in all corners of the world of wine, Rollin Soles has deliberate and unique perspectives on all aspects of wine. It is refreshing to hear the passion as a result of vast experience. Have a listen to Rollin (pronounced Raw-lin). Salud.

Start a French winery without knowing French. Learn how with Moritz Bak Oct 18, 2021

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I have been tasting his wines for years and featured the Blanc in my club…I never peeled the story back to understand the motivation behind his wines. Meet Moritz Bak who thought it a good idea to start a winery at the base of the Pyrenees; only one problem…he did not know French. Have a listen.

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