Natural Disasters
59 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★ - 322 ratingsA podcast about wine and sh*t. Mostly wine, but who's to say? Join wine professionals Marissa A. Ross (Bon Appétit Magazine) and Adam Vourvoulis (Vin de California) for the basics, in's and out's and latest conversations around natural wine.
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Episode 51: Drunk Dial № 1: Calls from Steiner's Grave, VA & Frito Pies
May 18, 2020 22:28 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBIn the first episode of Drunk Dial-- Adam and MAR's new hotline for listener questions-- King of Biodynamics Rudolf Steiner leaves a message from the grave to see what California white wines he should be drinking and they answer questions about volatile acidity, why yeast inoculation is such a big part of natural wine, what pairs with Frito Pies and more. Have a question for Adam and MAR? Drunk Dial them! Call 213-245-1503, leave them a message about wine or literally whatever and they'll ge...
Episode 50: In Quaran-Convo with James Jelks of Florèz Wines
May 04, 2020 19:50 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBAdam & MAR attempt Zoom technology with winemaker James Jelks while drinking Florèz Wines’ “Moonmilk,” chat about Chardonnay, Santa Cruz wines and god knows what else. We’re doing our best so thanks for tuning in during this insane time.
Episode 49: Catching Up with MAR
April 15, 2020 22:51 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBMAR has her first glass of wine, Kindeli's "Otoño", in almost a month since she's been quarantined on quarantine with Shingles and cathes up with her bff Adam.
Episode 48: Adam Interviews Vinny Eng... Alone!
April 06, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBThis is a first. With Marissa out sick Adam does a solo ep. He interviews Vinny Eng, the sommelier, political activist, writer, and all around great person. They talk about the restaurant industry and how COVID-19 is probably going to change it forever.
Episode 47: Maybe This IS a Natural Disaster?
March 16, 2020 19:32 - 45 minutes - 42 MBMAR & Adam contemplate what if this was the last episode of the podcast? Ever?! And if it was, what are the big takeaways from the pod? Please note this episode was recorded before the pandemic reached its new heights. This is a serious matter and despite our love of laughing, we know coronavirus is no joke.
Episode 46: Why Beaujolais For President
March 12, 2020 23:09 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBAdam and MAR talk about the region of Beaujolais, why they put it on merch, and also get into politics and coronavirus because why the hell not considering the world might end? JK... sorta.
Episode 45: Patrick Cappiello Loves Syrah
March 04, 2020 17:28 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBMAR and Adam talk to Patrick Cappiello of Monte Rio wines
Episode 44: PAIRING! Part 2! A Disaster!
February 28, 2020 00:35 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBThe second part of our pairings episode from last week, which turned out to be disastrous in a couple ways.
Episode 43: PAIRING! We're Doing It! Part 1
February 18, 2020 22:26 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MBAdam and listeners have been wanting a pairing episode since ND started in 2018. MAR has always been skeptical but WE'RE DOING IT! Tune in today for part one, where Adam and MAR test four different wines with seven different snacks. Tune in next week to hear part two, where Adam and MAR discuss pairing in general and junk food pairings, MAR's least favorite thing aside from the term "orange wine."
Episode 42: Social Media and Natural Wine, A Perfect Pairing?
February 04, 2020 00:42 - 48 minutes - 44 MBMAR and Adam discuss the social media epidemic in natural wine. Is it good, bad... Marissa's fault?
Episode 41: To sweet, or not too sweet.
January 27, 2020 23:26 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBMAR and Adam talk sweet wine. Why is it such a controversial thing to like in the pro wine community. We talk the ins and out of sweet wine.
Episode 41: To Sweet, Or Not Too Sweet
January 27, 2020 23:26 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBMAR and Adam talk sweet wine. Why is it such a controversial thing to like in the pro wine community. We talk the ins and out of sweet wine.
Episode 40: When Is A Wine Not A Wine? When It's A Wine Fraud
January 20, 2020 23:05 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBAdam and MAR discuss different kinds of wine fraud, ponder the possibility of a rise in wine fraud if the tariffs go into effect and somehow come full circle on it all while drinking Domaine La Taupe's 2017 "Surin"
Episode 40: When is a wine not a wine? When it's a wine fraud.
January 20, 2020 23:05 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBAdam and MAR discuss different kinds of wine fraud, ponder the possibility of a rise in wine fraud if the tariffs go into effect and somehow come full circle on it all while drinking Domaine La Taupe's 2017 "Surin"
Episode 39: Popping Off In 2020
January 13, 2020 22:53 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBMAR and Adam talk about the new year, cinema and why White Claw rules.
Episode 39: Popping off in 2020
January 13, 2020 22:53 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBMAR and Adam talk about the new year, cinema and why White Claw rules.
Episode 38: Talking Shop with Krista Skruggs of Zafa Wines
January 06, 2020 23:47 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBMAR and Adam sit down with Vermont wine maker Krista Skruggs of Zafa Wine and talk about what it takes to open a winery on nothing but a few dollars and a dream.
Episdoe 38: Talking Shop with Krista Skruggs
December 23, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 58 MBMAR and Adam sit down with Vermont wine maker Krista Skruggs and talk about what it takes to open a winery on nothing but a few dollars and a dream.
Episode 37: These Tariffs Are Killing Me
December 16, 2019 21:53 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBMAR and Adam drink Lamimidia's "Frekt" while discussing the impending 100% tariffs on European wine, how it could affect the economy of natural wine and also, while we're here, fuck Trump, dude.
Episode 35: Piquette about it!
December 09, 2019 06:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBMAR and Adam drink Jus Jus and talk about low abv wines.
Episode 36: Piquette about it!
December 09, 2019 06:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBMAR and Adam drink Jus Jus by Martha Stoumen and talk about the growing popularity of Piquette, a low abv beverage made from the pomace of grapes.
Episode 35: Conversation with Ashtin Berry
December 03, 2019 00:06 - 1 hour - 76.1 MBMAR and Adam GET REAL with hospitality activist and educator Ashtin Berry over a bottle of Ad Vinum's 2017 "Levat" rosé. The brilliant Berry, who's also a sommelier & bartender, takes us to school on creating equity in the industry, how community needs to be as sustainable as environmental practices, the time her & Adam got into in the comments and so, so much more, including discussing last month's New York Times report on sexual assault in the wine industry MAR was a part of. TUNE IN. YOU'L...
THANK YOU!!!
November 30, 2019 00:35 - 5 minutes - 4.96 MBA small holiday thank you to our listeners (especially you Patreon subscribers)
Episode 34: Is Glou Glou the New New or Old Old?
November 25, 2019 20:52 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBMarissa and Adam drink Le Raisin et L'Ange "Hommage A Robert" while discussing the phenomenon of glou glou wines.
Episode 33: Poppin’ Off with Nestarec’s Juicy Fruit
September 26, 2019 20:12 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBAdam and MAR pop open Milan Nestarec’s “Juicy Fruit” and pop off about allocated wines, sample bottles and tasting before buying. Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Episode 32: Glassware Shmlassware
September 16, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBAdam and MAR have always supported universal glassware. But which is the best? Zalto? INAO? Stemless? On this episode, join Adam and MAR while they drink Frank Cornelissen's "Susucaru" Rosato out everything from $3 Crate and Barrel glasses to Madonna Inn goblets to find the best glass for your bottles. Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Episode 31: The One About Dry Farming
August 26, 2019 12:00 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBMAR and Adam drink Staigaire’s “Sweat Dreams” and talk about dry farming: what it is, why it’s a pillar of natural wine philosophies and whether or not climate change may change that. Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Episode 30: Orange Wine, Or How MAR Lost the Skin-Contact War
August 19, 2019 12:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBAdam and MAR drink Alessandro Viola’s “Sinfonia di Grillo” while talking about one of the natural wine world’s brightest stars: Orange wine. They’ll take you through how it’s made, what gives it that bright orange color, and how MAR’s campaign to call it “skin-contact” has pretty much failed. Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Episode 29: Adam Starts Poppin’ Off
August 05, 2019 11:00 - 24 minutes - 23 MBAdam surprises MAR with a new segment called "Poppin' Off" where they open sparkling wine and spring topics on one another without warning APPARENTLY since MAR was def not ready for this conversation about a sub sandwich chain's natural house wine. For fans of the OG rambles, you're welcome. Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Episode 29: Adam Starts Poppin’ Off
August 05, 2019 11:00 - 24 minutes - 23 MBAdam surprises MAR with a new segment called "Poppin' Off" where they open sparkling wine and spring topics on one another without warning APPARENTLY since MAR was def not ready for this conversation about a sub sandwich chain's natural house wine. For fans of the OG rambles, you're welcome. Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Episode 28: The Episode About Ordering Wine In Restaurants
July 22, 2019 21:09 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBOrdering wine at restaurants can be a pain in the ass even for pros. In this episode, Adam and MAR discuss the ways they navigate a wine list, when to send wines back and other wine list related shit, like Adam's hard stance on corkage and MAR's shock to hear there are people out there not tipping on wine. It's HRN's annual summer fund drive, this is when we turn to our listeners and ask that you make a donation to help ensure a bright future for food radio. Help us keep broadcasti...
Episode 27: Adam & MAR Dissect Deductive Tasting
July 08, 2019 21:25 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBAdam and MAR go through the entire Court of Master Sommeliers' Deductive Tasting Format with an unlabeled bottle from a winemaker you probably know of and wow, it was TURBID. It's HRN's annual summer fund drive, this is when we turn to our listeners and ask that you make a donation to help ensure a bright future for food radio. Help us keep broadcasting the most thought provoking, entertaining, and educational conversations happening in the world of food and beverage. Become a memb...
Episode 26: Wine Fair Season Approaching
June 17, 2019 06:10 - 1 hour - 63 MBWine fairs are growing faster and bigger by the minute. It seems there's a new one in a new city almost monthly. This is GREAT news! However, have you ever been overwhelmed and totally lost trying to figure out how to navigate a room of 400 people while also figuring out what wines to taste and which wine makers to visit? Have no fear, Adam and MAR are here! We discuss etiquette, tips & tricks, and personal insights to help you navigate wine fairs around the world. It's HRN's annua...
Episode 25: Summer Wines
June 10, 2019 20:27 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBIt’s June so Adam and MAR discuss the totally expected topic of summer wines while drinking some totally unexpected gems. JK what else would we be drinking if it wasn’t Calcarius' "OrangeJulius" Falaghina, Le Sot de L'ange's "Malolatix” and Micro Bio's "Correcaminos.” Heads up: There has been a lot of bottle variation on the “Correcaminos” since the recording of this episode. It's HRN's annual summer fund drive, this is when we turn to our listeners and ask that you make a donation...
Episode 24: Managing Expectations
June 03, 2019 14:45 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBYou finally get your hands on that wine you've been dying to try and... it sucks? In this episode, Adam and MAR discuss bottle variation, when wines don't live up to their hype and how to manage your expectations, which is just good for everything in life TBH. Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Episode 23: Is Typicity Typical?
May 20, 2019 16:42 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBWhat does it mean when someone says "typicity", are all grapes supposed to taste the same? Marissa and Adam explore two Pinot Noir's (Scar of the Sea from California and The Other Right from Australia) and see if they can find the common thread. Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Episode 22: We're Back!
May 13, 2019 20:33 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBMarissa and Adam are back. After an extended break we return with a general overview of who we are, and what to expect from Natural Disasters, all while drinking Sonoma Mountain Winery's Co-Ferment. Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
New Season Coming Soon on Heritage Radio Network!
May 07, 2019 18:36 - 1 minute - 1.31 MBA podcast about wine and sh*t. Mostly wine, but who's to say? Join wine professionals Marissa A. Ross (Bon Appétit Magazine) and Adam Vourvoulis (Vin de California) for the basics, in's and out's and latest conversations around natural wine. Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Ep21: Aunts, Uncles and Self Improvement
November 12, 2018 20:57 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBAunts, Uncles and Self Improvement by Marissa A. Ross and Adam Vourvoulis Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Ep20: Stoked On Oak?
October 09, 2018 19:48 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBOak. People love it or hate it but all MAR and Adam are saying is give oak a chance! Tune in to get a general run down on the different types of oak you can get at the oak store (including what's in the bargain bin), how oak affects a wine's flavor profile, how MAR believes oak can actually be a flaw/fault, and more while drinking the super delicious Le Raisin et l'Ange "Nedjma 17" Sauvignon Blanc/Chardonnay. Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Ep19: NATURAL WINE IS NOT A TREND!
October 01, 2018 20:37 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBMAR and Adam have a lot of opinions about how natural wine is being called a "trend" in the media. If you don't like their freewheelin' rambles, this is not an ep for you, but if you DO LIKE hearing about how natural wine is a passionate lifestyle choice people have made for decades, how MAR is the shitty Rolling Stones reporter that ruined your favorite band, or Adam talk about cocaine, THEN YOU'RE GOING TO LOVE IT! Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Ep18: What's The Deal With Pet-Nats?
September 24, 2018 23:29 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBYeah, everyone loooves pét-nat, but what is it? Adam and MAR discuss how pétillant natural is made, how it differs from other methods of making sparkling wine, and how just because a wine is "natural" and "sparkling" does not mean it's a pétillant natural. All this and more while drinking a brand spankin' new 2018 Chardonnay pét-nat from Scar of the Sea. Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Ep17: Marissa Loves Vermont
September 17, 2018 21:07 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBMarissa Loves Vermont by Marissa A. Ross and Adam Vourvoulis Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Ep16: Becoming A Sommelier Is Like School, But With Less Drinking
September 04, 2018 17:24 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBBecoming A Sommelier Is Like School, But With Less Drinking by Marissa A. Ross and Adam Vourvoulis Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Ep15: What's Cork Got To Do With It?
August 28, 2018 17:08 - 47 minutes - 44.1 MBWhat's Cork Got To Do With It? by Marissa A. Ross and Adam Vourvoulis Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Ep14: Carbonic Maceration: The Pop Music of Wine Fermentation
August 20, 2018 18:14 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBAdam and MAR discuss the process, the pros, the cons, and the Bruno Mars-ness of carbonic maceration. Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Ep13: Harvest Makes Marissa Cry
August 13, 2018 18:05 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBIt's that time again-- HARVEST! Adam and MAR go over the broad what/where/when/why's of harvesting while drinking Lamiddia's "Crick" sparkling Montepulciano and make progress on their never-ending debate about whether or not terroir exists. They don't get to talk about Kanye or Rick & Morty because Adam makes MAR tear up, but there is a good story about making wine on the moon. Theme music by Monster Rally Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Ep12: How to Serve Wine & Everything You Need To Do It
August 06, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBDitch the wine charms you added to your cart while drunk on Etsy and get ready for Adam and MAR to tell you exactly what you need-- and don't need-- to serve wine. They discuss everything from wine keys to chilling vessels to Coravins to glassware over a bottle of the Kindeli "Verano" rosé from New Zealand. They also talk about MAR's tits' hate mail, unsustainable vices, skydiving, and incest porn, but somehow NOT Rick & Morty? It's fine, you'll be a better host after this. Theme mu...
Ep11: It's Getting Hot In Here!
July 21, 2018 06:38 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBAdam and MAR talk about how heat damages wine and how to store wine at home while drinking a Meinklang Zweigelt. They hold the Dan Harmon discussion until the end. If you don’t hate us, maybe subscribe? Maybe leave us a review? Adam says 5 Stars. Theme music is back, and it’s by Monster Rally. Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.
Ep10: Talking MAR making wine with Marcucci & Native Yeast
July 14, 2018 18:05 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBAdam and MAR drink and talk about the wine she helped make with Umbrian winemaker/Yoda/Batman Danilo Marcucci, the Vini di Giovanni “Ciliegiozzo Frizzante” Ciliegiolo. They also talk about what the hell native yeast is, why it’s so important, what inoculation is, and more. Also, MAR was wrong— Morty has BDE. Natural Disasters is powered by Simplecast.