Wine for Normal People
581 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1.3K ratingsA podcast for people who like wine but not the snobbery that goes with it. We talk about wine in a fun, straightforward, normal way to get you excited about it and help you drink better, more interesting stuff. The Wine For Normal People book is available on Amazon! Back catalog available via Patreon membership: www.patreon.com/winefornormalpeople Get the back catalog on Patreon!
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Ep 101: A Few Wine Book Reviews
April 19, 2014 17:48 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MBThis week we discuss three recently published books by noted wine authors. We talk about the basic premise of each book and then give our take on whether or not they're worth reading in our opinions. The three books are: "How to Love Wine: A Memoir and Manifesto," by Eric Asimov, Chief Wine Critic of The New York Times. "The New California Wine: A Guide to the Producers and Wines Behind a Revolution in Taste" by Jon Bonné, the wine editor of the San Francisco Chronicle. "Buy the Righ...
Ep 100: Wine for Normal People Gets Personal
March 20, 2014 18:31 - 39 minutes - 22.6 MBFor our 100th episode we share some details about us -- both personal and wine-related. From talking about our childhood experiences with wine to M.C. Ice's passion and how he used to mow the lawn to my revelation of a type of wine I really hate and a cameo from the podcast founder, we use this time to share some good stuff about us! We raise a glass to you, our loyal listeners, for being such a great community. Here's to 100 more!
Ep 099: What is Tannin?
March 02, 2014 04:14 - 40 minutes - 23.5 MBYou may think you know everything you need to know about tannin but in what could be our dorkiest podcast yet, we share a bunch of nerdy facts about tannin. And the show outline: What are tannins? They're the stuff that makes your mouth feel dry or pucker after you drink a red wine or a white that’s been aged in oak. They are polyphenols – Chemical compounds in reds that easily bind to stuff, change often They affect color, flavor, and structure of the wine and act as a preservative ...
Ep 098: Listener Q&A/ Grammar Girl
February 24, 2014 04:17 - 38 minutes - 21.9 MBAfter a few great questions from listeners, we have a celebrity guest: Grammar Girl, the best selling author, award-winning podcaster, and brain behind Quickanddirtytips.com. She answers dorky questions about wine grammar in her fun, brilliant style! Listener questions were: What does it mean exactly when someone says a wine is rustic? Have you found wine shopping to be like fashion i.e.; certain items are a better bargain at certain times of the year? Unless I have a specific meal I ...
Ep 097: Versatile Valentine Wines
February 13, 2014 04:21 - 46 minutes - 26.4 MBWant a wine that will last from salad to entree to cheese course? This week we discuss 8 versatile wines that will carry you through your Valentine's meal (except dessert -- you need a sweet wine for that). Choose a wine using our ideas and you'll be set for the night! The Whites: Albariño, Riesling, unoaked Chardonnay from the New World The "Others": Rosé, Sparkling wine The Reds: Beaujolais, Pinot Noir (but be careful which one!), Barbera Happy Valentine's Day! ______...
Ep 096: The Difference Between Cheap & Expensive Wine
February 08, 2014 04:52 - 35 minutes - 20.3 MBBased on a blog post I wrote on the same subject, in this episode we talk abut the three important things that distinguish cheap plonk from well made wine. Here are a few links of stuff we mention on the show: 1. Tugboat Yards to support us or sign up for an online class (thank you!). 2. Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest. 3. The blog post that details the important stuff in this post. Read now. Enjoy!
Ep 095: Australia Overview
January 26, 2014 14:57 - 40 minutes - 23.1 MBIn honor of Australia Day, this week's podcast is on the Land Down Under. From climate, to grapes, to regions, and a precautionary marketing tale, we give a high level overview of the basics of the oldest, driest inhabited continent that makes some pretty excellent wine! Check out the blog post on the 5 Things To Know About Australia too! Links we mention: Link to the podcast Facebook Twitter Pinterest To book classes or support the podcast Enjoy!
Ep 094: Vino Veritas Movie -- Interview with Director Sarah Knight
January 17, 2014 16:58 - 18 minutes - 10.6 MBA little out of the ordinary for us, this week we have a short interview with filmmaker Sarah Knight, who directed Vino Veritas, a dark comedy in which wine features prominently. The movie stars Carrie Preston (Emmy winner - CBS's The Good Wife, HBO's Tru Blood). The story revolves around two couples and the night they have once a rare Peruvian "wine" serves as a truth serum for each character. Although wine isn't the subject of the movie like in Somm, Mondovino, or even Sideways, it does ...
Ep 093: What is Residual Sugar?
January 14, 2014 22:24 - 38 minutes - 22.2 MBResidual sugar is a term that wine people love to throw around. Although you may have a vague idea of what it is, this podcast will clear it all up. We'll talk about this term, why RS exists in wine, what it can taste like, and why it all matters so the next time someone spouts things about this term, you can explain a thing or two to them!
Ep 092: Serving Wine at the Right Temperature
December 25, 2013 05:52 - 27 minutes - 16 MBTemperature can help make or break a wine's flavors and aromas. In this episode we cover the right temps for certain wines and then tell you what to do to fix the temperature of a wine if you need to serve it and it's not quite right!
Ep 091: Wine Holiday Gifts and Gift Etiquette
December 17, 2013 01:22 - 44 minutes - 25.4 MBAre you at a loss for what to get a wine lover for the holidays? Have some etiquette questions on sharing your good stuff for Festivus? Look no further, we've got fun ideas for these holidays or any gift giving occasions!
Ep 090: Thanksgiving Wines 2013
November 20, 2013 13:55 - 49 minutes - 28.6 MBFrom Rosé Champagne to Beaujolais-Villages, we've got a range to recommend to our American friends. Part shameless commerce division (the wines are available on http://vinport.com/wfnp), part food pairing bonanza we've got wines to make your TG more delicious! Here is a list of the wines we mention: Grüner Veltliner Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc Alsace Riesling Rosé Champagne Super Tuscan Syrah Beaujolais-Villages Cahors (mostly Malbec) Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and...
Ep 089: Terroir v. The Winemaker
November 11, 2013 15:54 - 36 minutes - 20.8 MBAfter shameless plugs for our nomination for the Best Food & Drink Podcast Award (such an honor to be nominated!), and a reminder about the wines I selected for you to check out and buy on Vinport.com, this week we delve into a thorny issue in the wine world. Which has a bigger influence on wine: terroir or the winemaker? We bring up arguments for both, go in circles and then ask you to send us your conclusion! Find us on Facebook: Wine for Normal People Twitter: @normal...
Ep 088: The Grape Miniseries: German Riesling w Expert Stuart Piggott (Part 2)
November 02, 2013 04:07 - 31 minutes - 18.2 MBThis week is a continuation of Episode 87, but this time it's all about the most confusing but rewarding aspect of Riesling: German Riesling. Expert Stuart Piggott and I discuss the highest quality regions, sweetness and dryness scales, and how to shop to get what you want. Another don't miss episode! Thanks for listening! Enjoy! _________________________________________________________________ Thanks to our sponsor, audible.com. Get a FREE audiobook download at www...
Ep 087: The Grape Miniseries: Discovering Riesling w Expert Stuart Piggott
October 26, 2013 05:39 - 48 minutes - 27.9 MBThe Grape Miniseries returns with a very special edition! Riesling expert Stuart Piggott joins us to give the low down on this exquisite but often misunderstood grape. This is a not-to-miss conversation with an entertaining, funny, NORMAL Riesling guru! After gossiping about why a lot of wine experts are disconnected from normal people we cover stuff like: The origins of the grape Terroir's effect on Riesling Style variation by place (Alsace,Australia, Austria, the US, Canada and...
Ep 086: All About Bordeaux's Chateau Palmer
October 18, 2013 05:39 - 49 minutes - 28.5 MBIn a continuation of my amazing interview with Jean-Louis Carbonnier of the prestigious Bordeaux property Château Palmer, this week we talk more about the wines of the Château and what makes them so good. Photo: Chateau Palmer (WARNING: You may want to brush up on the Bordeaux podcasts before listening -- we get into some nerdy details!) We weave through a bunch of sub-topics, but here are the main points: The 1855 Classification of Left Bank Bordeaux Chateaux, where Pal...
Ep 085: Inside Bordeaux w Château Palmer
October 11, 2013 21:42 - 45 minutes - 26 MBFor this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Jean-Louis Carbonnier, the Director of the Americas for one of the most esteemed Bordeaux château, Château Palmer and the owner of the communications firm Carbonnier Communications. Photo: Chateau Palmer This is the first part of a two part conversation that you won’t want to miss. You may learn more about how Bordeaux really works from this conversation than from any book you can read, I know I did. In this installment, we talk about: ...
Ep 084: Tuscan Wine Regions
September 27, 2013 18:06 - 35 minutes - 20.2 MBAfter last episode's overview, we left you hanging! From Super Tuscans to Brunello di Montalcino to Chianti and Vino Nobile and a bunch in between, this week we cover the main wines of Tuscany and give our 2 cents on what's worth seeking out!
Ep 083: Tuscany Overview
September 23, 2013 04:02 - 30 minutes - 17.3 MBWe tackle one of the most important and diverse regions in Italy, Tuscany. This is the first part of a two part series and lays the groundwork for the next episode, in which we detail the wines and the sub regions. In this episode -- the long, rich history of wine in Tuscany and the geography and climate of the place. Hopefully you find the background as complex and relevant to the wine scene today as we do! Thanks for listening! Enjoy!
Wine Reviews: September 2013 Vinport Selections
September 17, 2013 04:18 - 26 minutes - 15.2 MBBy request from normal wine people who have ordered wines from Vinport/WFNP, we did a podcast on the six wines offered in September through our partnership (full disclosure: I get a small cut of the profit). Even if you can't get these wines shipped to you, you'll still learn a ton about grapes, regions, and flavors since we talk both generally and specifically about the wines offered. Each are classic examples from their regions. Here is the lineup that we talk about: NV Serre Colsenta P...
Wine Reviews: September 2013 Vinport Selections
September 17, 2013 04:18 - 26 minutes - 15.2 MBBy request from normal wine people who have ordered wines from Vinport/WFNP, we did a podcast on the six wines offered in September through our partnership (full disclosure: I get a small cut of the profit). Even if you can't get these wines shipped to you, you'll still learn a ton about grapes, regions, and flavors since we talk both generally and specifically about the wines offered. Each are classic examples from their regions. Here is the lineup that we talk about: NV Serre Colsenta ...
Ep 082: Evaluating Restaurant Wine Lists
September 04, 2013 15:42 - 34 minutes - 20 MBA big thanks to Tony H for this topic. Here was his question: Could you one day explore the issue of wine lists? Where do restaurant wine lists come from? I would like to think that someone sits down with the menu and thinks through what wines might go well with the dishes, but that’s probably naïve. I suspect most restaurants buy a package deal from a distributor to supply a standardized list and the wines? If you were going to design a wine list, how would you go about doing it?...
Ep 081 Discovering New Regions
August 16, 2013 04:07 - 32 minutes - 18.7 MBThanks to listener Kristaps for this week's topic! After a great listener question on how drinking windows are determined, we give you a few steps you can follow to start exploring a new wine region. In short: Get a map Read and research Narrow down to what sounds good Figure out how to get the wines you want Evaluate them, fairly Enjoy! _____________________________________________ Thanks to our sponsor, audible.com. Get a FREE audiobook download at www.audibletrial.co...
Ep 080: Veneto, Italy
August 08, 2013 02:35 - 41 minutes - 23.8 MBIf you're going to tackle sub-regions of Italy, you probably should do the biggest volume producer of the country first, right? And that would be Veneto. Home of Verona, Venice, and Vicenza this area is a juggernaut in winemaking. In this episode we cover the good, the bad, and the flavorless lemon water. We talk about the split between varietal-producing areas and blend-producing areas. Download us on iTunes or click to listen here. As promised, here's a list in case...
Movie Review: SOMM
July 22, 2013 02:10 - 15 minutes - 8.88 MBWe couldn't help but review the wine movie of the day: SOMM. We liked it, mostly. Here are the highlights: The cinematography was outstanding -- this guy (Jason Wise) can make a movie! Wise presented the rigor of the exam well The characters were interesting BUT, we felt that, knowing what we know, there were some holes in the presentation. We raise things like the intensity of the service exam (nearly invisible in the movie), the financial hit people have to take to be su...
Ep 079: Loire Part 2
July 11, 2013 02:46 - 18 minutes - 10.7 MBWe released Loire Part 1 but it was so dense we needed a breather! This week, we return with a short overview of the region, covering the eastern areas, including Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé, the most famous of the modern Loire regions. Enjoy!!
Tour de France 2013: Languedoc-Roussillon and Southwest France
July 05, 2013 08:44 - 11 minutes - 6.71 MBAs the Tour 2013 snakes through the Languedoc-Roussillon and the Midi-Pyrenees/South West France they are riding through major wine country. We give you a quick summary of the best and brightest wines of these beautiful places!
Tour de France 2013: Wine Coverage Begins!
July 03, 2013 13:28 - 10 minutes - 6.04 MBWe start parallel coverage of the Tour de France 2013. This time we cover Corsica and Provence, with mini overviews of the wines available in the regions through which the Tour is cycling! Phill and Paul -- watch out! M.C. Ice and I have our own Tour commentary (does wine count as "doping?")!! Stay tuned, we'll cover any regions where good wine is made!
Ep 078: Loire Part 1
June 29, 2013 01:45 - 25 minutes - 14.7 MBWe’re on a roll — hitting the big regions of France. This week, we cover half the Loire. It’s the largest region in France, so we had to break it in two. But first, we remind everyone of our amazing partnership with Vinport.com, for which I am selecting wines that I think are great examples of their regions. Free shipping on 6 or more bottles, great prices, and descriptions of six kick ass wines that will let you taste exactly the attributes M.C. Ice and discuss on the podcast (and as I say ...
Wine Review 004: Cave de Rasteau La Domeliere
June 17, 2013 02:56 - 7 minutes - 4.38 MBIn this mini-review we discover a sub-region that used to be part of the larger Côtes-du-Rhône region: Rasteau. Our foray into this new appellation was nothing short of a rollicking success! 2010 Cave de Rasteau La Domeliere Price: $15 Grapes: 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Mourvedre Alcohol: 14.5% Color: A rich plum color with thick legs Smell: Shrubs and underbrush (garrigue, as we state), herbal, a horsetail (yeah, as in the animal), leather, with an undertone of cherry but fruit is definit...
Ep 077: Alsace, France
June 16, 2013 14:28 - 39 minutes - 22.8 MBIn this episode we cover a lot of ground and hit on one of my personal favorite wine regions: Alsace, France. And the show notes: We introduce our amazing partnership with Vinport.com, for which I am selecting wines that I think are great examples of their regions. Vinport has access to some amazing regions and producers that aren’t always widely available. If you live in state where you can have wine shipped to you, check out my page. Free shipping on 6 or more bottles, great prices, and ...
Wine Review 003: 2011 Truchard Chardonnay from Carneros in Napa
June 06, 2013 19:13 - 6 minutes - 3.85 MBI love a crisp Chardonnay and Carneros, in southern Napa, usually delivers! This is a great wine, as you’ll hear us describe… The Wine: 2011 Truchard Chardonnay Where it’s from: Carneros, a cool climate area that straddles southern Napa and Sonoma. Price: $30 Alcohol: 13.9% Color: A pale straw, not to much color from the oak or over-ripe grapes! Smell: Very floral, like nightshade jasmine flowers and a mouthwatering lemon and green apple scent that made it seem lively. Taste: Much f...
Ep 076: Are Wine Reviews BS?
May 29, 2013 04:36 - 34 minutes - 19.9 MBBased on a popular article that circulated in a tech mag, proclaiming that “Wine Reviews are BS” and a bunch of listener questions we’ve received, we tackle the article and other critiques of the wine review world head-on. Are wine reviews really BS? We let you know what we think! In the podcast we detail the “Exhibits” from the article, debunking or agreeing with each, and using each as a basis for discussion about the world of wine reviews and whether or not the criticism is justified, in ...
Wine Review 002: Scheurebe
May 14, 2013 03:06 - 6 minutes - 3.54 MBFor this mini review, we break it down on a hybrid grape that has crazy descriptions. The review is solid but this is a “must listen” because M.C. Ice created a musical masterpiece at the end! Click here to listen. A weird grape, called either Scheurebe or Sämling 88 (”Seedling 88,” the name of the vine), it’s a cross between Riesling and a wild German grape. It was created by Dr. Scheu (rebe means vine in German), hence the name. It’s supposed to have crazy flavors — some that you taste in ...
Ep 075: Interview with David Merfeld of Northstar Winery
May 02, 2013 19:05 - 43 minutes - 24.7 MBThis week we’ve got a different kind of show for you! No M.C. Ice, but instead a terrific interview with winemaker David “Merf” Merfeld from Northstar Winery in Walla Walla, Washington. This 43 minutes will give you a great perspective on the region through the eyes of a winemaker. Merf tells us all about the differences between the appellations, the grapes that thrive in the region, and why Washington is so unique. We hit on everything from soil, to wildlife, to distribution of Washingt...
Ep 074: Washington State Wines
April 23, 2013 16:38 - 51 minutes - 29.8 MBYou know, if we can get to it relatively easily (i.e., it’s in the U.S.), we’ve got to visit a place before we do a podcast on it. You asked, and we went! This week: Washington State in the northeastern part of the United States. Damn! They are making great wine there, and it’s worth seeking out. We get dorky about rocks, soil, and sunlight in this episode. Download us on iTunes or click here for the link to the podcast (and click on the arrow under the “listen now” to hear it) Here are the...
Ep 073: Alternatives to the Expensive Stuff
April 02, 2013 04:02 - 40 minutes - 23.5 MBThis week we have a hit parade of secret gems: the 9 wines you could sort of substitute for super expensive ones. A great topic provided by a listener! Since we hit the list pretty quickly, here are the wines and their analogues… Expensive Wine Less Expensive Analogue Brunello di Montalcino Rosso di Montalcino Oregon Pinot Noir, fruitier Burgundy New Zealand Pinot Noir CA Cabernet Sauvignon Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon, Argentinean Malbec Fine Bordeaux Rioja, Cahors, less fine Bordeaux Barolo ...
Wine Chat 003: Parker v. Galloni, and the Loosening Grip of Traditional Wine Critics’ Influence
March 27, 2013 15:52 - 12 minutes - 7.18 MBAs we’re making our way through edits for this week’s podcast, we did a Wine Chat/Mini-cast to fill in. This is on a very important issue that I think is going to shake up the wine critic world permanently. Kind of a big deal. Here’s a link to the Decanter.com story that covered this: Parker v. Galloni If you don’t want to read it, here’s the short of the story: Famed American critic Robert Parker of the Wine Advocate, who single-handedly sets prices and makes reputations for wines and who h...
Ep 072: Burgundy Overview
March 15, 2013 19:48 - 44 minutes - 25.5 MBWe have a lot of regions and countries to cover in the future, but since the concept of terroir began with and is defined by Burgundy, we really needed to get on it! Since this podcast is 100% based on the “A Primer on Burgundy: The 5 Things You Need To Know” I’m not going to do show notes…It’s all there. The only thing I’ll add is that this episode is dedicated to the Sammarco family who suffered a great loss in Hurricane Sandy, and to whom we send our prayers, thoughts, and deepest sympath...
Wine Review: Smith-Madrone Chardonnay
March 12, 2013 15:43 - 6 minutes - 3.89 MBI recently did a review of the wines from Smith-Madrone, a small winery located on Spring Mountain in the Napa Valley. If you read it you know I loved the Cabernet and thought the Riesling was good but I hated the Chardonnay. Well, the winery contacted me and said they thought the bottle I reviewed didn’t sound like their wine. They sent a new one and sure enough, it was true. So we did an audio review of the wine with NEW tasting notes that can be found on the blog. We hope to do these o...
Ep 071: Wine Scandals
March 05, 2013 04:32 - 39 minutes - 22.8 MBI love a good scandal. So this week’s podcast covers the best of the last 30 years. From Champagne to a corrupt Canadian wine critic to Austria’s downfall in the 80s, we discuss the wrongdoing of some big time players in the industry. Then we move on to the fun stories of a world of which we’ll never be a part: the wealthy, elite collectors of rare, old (and appallingly expensive) wines and how a few cunning dudes defrauded collectors and duped critics. We cover Hardy Rodenstock, the subject...
Ep 070: Chile
February 20, 2013 03:37 - 36 minutes - 20.9 MBIn this podcast we cover Chile, a country with some really great wines and some very interesting history behind it in the wine world. After a retraction and re-giving of thanks to a listener we cover the main topic. We discuss how this long, narrow country’s isolation has led to a bunch of developments — great for wine, less good for politics We talk about the climate, geography, and main grapes We review the long history of winemaking, starting with the Conquistadores and hitting on some ...
Ep 069: Wine Business Etiquette
February 07, 2013 03:42 - 38 minutes - 21.9 MBThis week’s podcast features some new stuff. A listener question for M.C. Ice challenges him about why he bothers to shop for wine. Then we get into the business of wine in business. In the corporate events and speaking engagements I do, I always address wine business etiquette and this podcast is a compilation of the tips I give and questions I’ve answered. The tips include: Don’t be tempted to play the know-it-all game How to pick or be a host in wine ordering — sharing, gathering ideas, n...
Ep 068: California
January 25, 2013 19:39 - 50 minutes - 28.8 MBCalifornia is a huge state and makes up 90% of wine production in the United States. This week we tackle this great state that put U.S. winemaking on the map. A special thanks to Magnus, a listener from Sweden, who brought it to my attention that we had to get on it and tackle California. Here’s the show summary: We start with a story about a corked wine we had and M.C. Ice explains his experience of it. We tackle an excellent listener question about why high alcohol wines don’t age well. Th...
Ep 067: The Grape Miniseries — Tempranillo
January 14, 2013 05:22 - 39 minutes - 22.4 MBFacebook friends voted and the Grape Miniseries won for the topic this week! So for the first podcast of 2013 we tackle the King of the Spanish reds: Tempranillo. It has more…and less… to it than meets the eye. After lots of wonderful thanks and fun comments, we get to this fascinating, native Spanish grape. A few notes on it… The grape is from northern Spanish and gets its name from “Temprano” which means early, since it ripens 2 weeks before Rioja’s other important grape – Garnacha The wi...
Ep 066: Sparkling Wine Options
December 31, 2012 21:54 - 28 minutes - 16.1 MBWe’re getting in under the wire for New Year’s Eve (and we’ve missed some of you abroad) but this episode is a must listen before you make a last run to the wine shop. Here are the notes: Different sytle types of Champagne/Sparkling to consider: Traditional method, Brut, Prestige Cuvee (for lots of $$!!), Vintage dated and what it means. Blanc de Blanc, Blanc de Noir, Rosé. We cover the major differences between each and what to expect. More affordable alternatives to Champagne that are made...
Ep 065: The Grape Miniseries — Malbec
December 19, 2012 16:59 - 35 minutes - 20.2 MBThis week we return to the Grape Miniseries…finally! It’s Malbec and I think we have a few surprises to share about this grape. After lots of wonderful thanks and fun comments, we hit three excellent listener questions: 1. What’s the etiquette of sharing good wine with people who may not appreciate it? GREAT question and we have an answer that should provide a sigh of relief for you. 2. What exactly is minerality in normal people terms? We hit on some ideas, and suggest licking rocks… 3. And...
Wine Chat 002: Amazon’s Selling Wine!
December 12, 2012 22:28 - 17 minutes - 9.83 MBA bonus Wine Chat with Rick on Amazon.com’s announcement that they’re now selling wine. Now Amazon really does sell everything! Go to http://www.amazon.com/wine to see for yourself! We discuss the implications of this move and whether or not we think it will work..this time around (three’s a charm, or three strikes and you’re out?). Here’s the link to the Press Democrat article that Rick referenced: “Amazon gets back in the wine business” Enjoy and let us know if you’ll be shopping on Amazon...
Ep 064: Oak Revisited (Dork Remix)
December 04, 2012 16:32 - 48 minutes - 27.9 MBWhen we first started the podcast, we didn’t know what the appetite for dorkiness was. After almost 2 years of doing this, we’ve realized it’s VORACIOUS!! Yay! That means I can go hog-wild in a crazy oak-a-palooza. After our newly revamped “Listener Feedback” segment, where we ask you if you want to chat and be on the podcast (we want to hear from you!), we hit the main event. This week we’re feeding the beast with 48 minutes of dork-dom. M.C. Ice and I hit one of the most important topics i...
Episode 063 Thanksgiving (Winter Solstice) Wines To Match Your Heritage
November 20, 2012 05:32 - 32 minutes - 18.7 MBLast year we covered so much in last year’s Thanksgiving episode that we barely left anything for this year. We didn’t just want to do a recap or recite the same old wines that everyone else recommends. So for this Winter Solstice Plus (for our international listeners)/Thanksgiving edition, we talk about how to incorporate your original heritage into the feast this year. After we give thanks to some folks for comments, we address: The basics of food and wine pairing The largest ethnic groups...