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 149: Wine Gifts So Bad They're Great!
December 23, 2015 04:45 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBWhat are the worst gifts a wine lover can receive? From the wine bra, to the wine stein to gas station wine, we go over the worst of the worst, in hopes that we can prepare you for what may be awaiting you under the tree! You won't believe this stuff! Here's the list with links: Wine games: http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=wine-opoly+board+game&tag=googhydr-20&index=aps&hvadid=58419321425&hvpos=1t1&hvexid=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5763135366991249203&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=b&hvdev=c&ref=...
Ep 148: Conversation with Champagne Laurent-Perrier President Michelle DeFeo
December 08, 2015 21:21 - 1 hour - 63 MBMichelle DeFeo is a rock star of the Champagne world. She's a fabulous businesswoman, a Champagne nerd, and a normal wine person! We discuss everything from Bon Jovi to being a woman in the wine biz to differences in Champagne styles to flutes vs wine glasses. Here are more detailed show notes: We discuss the landscape of the Champagne industry and Laurent-Perrier's place in it Then we discuss Michelle's background -- her journey from Jersey girl to Francophile and whether she's on tea...
Ep 147: Thanksgiving Pairings 2015
November 21, 2015 06:21 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBHappy Thanksgiving! We discuss the ideal wines to go with this hard-to-pair meal with specifics down to producers in some cases! We focus on American wines for this very American holiday. Here is the line up this year (explanations all included in the podcast!): 1. American sparkling 2. Off-dry Riesling, Chenin Blanc or Gewurztraminer 3. Dry rosé 4. Oregon Pinot Noir 5. Central Coast or Washington State Syrah From our family to yours -- a happy, safe, fun Thanksgiving! ...
Ep 146: Stephen Bolger of VINIV - Make Your Own Bordeaux
November 17, 2015 06:30 - 59 minutes - 55.1 MBEntrepreneur Stephen Bolger discusses VINIV, his company that allows people make their own Bordeaux wine using grapes from top vineyards & help from the top winemaking talent in the region. We discuss this cool concept plus how best to explore Bordeaux wine. Here's an outline of what we talk about: First we talk about Stephen's meandering path into wine -- from minerals to tech to grapes! Then we talk about how VINIV evolved, from idea to reality and the challenges and opportunities alo...
Ep 145: Filling a Case for Fall
November 08, 2015 06:57 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MBIt's getting cooler in the northern hemisphere (and it's still not hot in the southern one!) so we thought we'd make some recommendations for what you could get to drink well this fall! Before we get to it, we announce FALL/WINTER CLASSES! Please head to winefornormalpeople.com/classes to register! And here are the slots: Rhône white blend Santa Barbara Chardonnay Fiano di Avellino Tavel rosé A wild card white or sparkling -- Lambrusco (a sparkling red) could be cool, or you co...
Ep 144: Trentino Sparkling Wine with Marcello Lunelli of Ferrari
October 23, 2015 04:36 - 56 minutes - 52 MBWe talk with Marcello Lunelli, chief winemaker for Ferrari, producer of high end, Metodo Classico sparkling wine in Trentino, Italy. It's great wine. We discuss: 1. Trentino -- its unique location and how the terroir, the Dolomite Mountains, and the soil make the area so special and different from other parts of northeast Italy. 2. The economic situation of Trentino and how Pinot Grigio has been a curse and a blessing for the area. 3. Marcello's background: his education, his exp...
Ep 143: The Red Blend Trend
October 15, 2015 02:54 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this episode we talk about the enormous and growing popularity (in North America) of red blends.We discuss: The stats on red blends in the US and their explosive growth, especially at the low end The marketing gimmicks around the trends, including the fascinating names the large companies have come up with from "InspiRed" to "The Troublemaker." The flavor profile of most blends and the differences between them and varietal wines. The benefits of blends and the names of some very f...
Mini Podcast: Pairings for Canadian Thanksgiving 2015
October 11, 2015 16:45 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBHappy Thanksgiving Canadians! In this mini episode we recommend some wines to have on the table...and a way to serve them! We are thankful for you! Here are the wines we mention: Sparkling wine / sparkling rosé Off-dry Riesling or Chenin Blanc (Spätlese or Vouvray) Northern Rhône -- Crozes-Hermitage, St-Joseph Bordeaux Oaked Chardonnay Sweet wines: Vins doux Naturels, Port
Ep 142: Portugal
September 27, 2015 05:24 - 42 minutes - 39.5 MBPortugal has a rich winemaking tradition, a long history with wine, and lots of great wine regions. With a ton of indigenous grapes and a variety of climates across regions, it's a fascinating wine powerhouse and it's on the rise! We discuss the 4000 year history of winemaking in Portugal We talk about the challenges Portugal has had in recent decades and how its winemaking is getting back on track We talk grapes and how most of them are native to Portugal We discuss the classificati...
Ep 141: Wine Trends with Madeline Puckette of Wine Folly
September 17, 2015 15:34 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBThis week we talk to Madeline Puckette of Wine Folly, the amazing wine blog that has brought the art of design to the wine world. Wine Folly's information and outstanding graphics have made wine accessible for wine lovers near and far and I was excited to speak to Madeline about how her concept for Wine Folly has evolved and her upcoming book. Most of the podcast is then devoted to a little crystal ball gazing -- we discuss where we see the wine world going in the next few years and why! ...
Ep 140: Wine Travel in France -- A How To
September 08, 2015 16:25 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBIn this short podcast we bring back Ian Renwick, winemaker and former travel planner to answer one of the top questions I get from you: "I'm going to France. What's the best way to explore the wine regions?" The options are limited, but we tell you what you can do to get the most out of your trip!
Ep 139: Fred Frank of Dr. Konstantin Frank in Finger Lakes NY
August 27, 2015 23:32 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBAs a follow up to episode 138 on the Finger Lakes wine region, we interview Fred Frank, grandson of the man who made growing premium wine grapes on the East Coast of America possible. Fred tells Konstantin's fascinating, important story & shares the ins & outs of cool climate viticulture. A must listen -- Dr. Frank is the reason viticulture exists in unorthodox regions around the US.
Ep 138: The Finger Lakes Region of New York State
August 21, 2015 15:27 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBAfter a trip to this stunning region full of kind people and delicious wines, we can finally report on it! To understand this region, you've got to get into a serious dork out mode because the story of how vinifera grapes can grow in this cold place goes all the way back to the glaciers! So briefly, in this podcast we cover: 1. The importance of the Lake Effect and how depth matters to grape growing 2. Weather and what that can do to a vine 3. Grapes and how Riesling is a goddess in...
Ep 137: Winemaking Apprentice Ian Renwick Gives the Inside View on French Winemaking
July 30, 2015 15:54 - 1 hour - 85 MBThis week we have a complementary podcast to the one we did with Ryan Schmaltz, who did a giant pivot in his career to pursue his winemaking dream. This time we talk to Ian Renwick of Domaine de la Citadelle in the Luberon region of the Rhône Valley. I have "known" Ian virtually for years and have watched his career changes through interactions over email and social media as he moved into wine. Finally, he gives us the whole, fascinating story and then we get into SERIOUS dorkery -- discuss...
Ep 136: Birth year, Anniversary, Commemoration Wines
July 24, 2015 04:37 - 40 minutes - 37.6 MBSaving a wine to enjoy when your kid turns 21 or on your 10th or 20th wedding anniversary is a great idea, but what will last that long? This week we've got a great list of options for you with advice on how to research your best options and storage tips to boot! Here's the list: 1. Vintage Champagne 2. Alsatian Riesling from producers like Zind Humbrecht, Marcel Deiss, or Trimbach. Or German Riesling from producers like Donnhoff or JJ Prüm. 3. The Italians: Barbaresco and Barolo, ...
Ep 135: Wines of Uruguay
July 15, 2015 16:26 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBYes, there is wine made in Uruguay, a small but mighty country that borders Argentina in the east. In this episode you'll learn about a country we should all have on our list to visit and Tannat, the wine we should all have on the list to buy! Some of the important stuff we discussed: Uruguay is between the 30 – 35th parallels, so pockets of coolness are needed to keep structure in the wines Most of the wine is made by small producers The area has 22,250 acres of vines (Napa alone has...
Mini Podcast: 4th of July Wine Pairings
July 04, 2015 18:55 - 8 minutes - 7.67 MBFrom hot dogs to burgers to potato salad and corn on the cob, we've got you covered. A mini-cast that you can listen to on the way to the wine store so you make sure you grab the right bottle! Have a safe 4th and drink well!
Ep 134: How to Become a Winemaker with Ryan Schmaltz from Bella Winery
June 30, 2015 04:15 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBThis week, we have a great story for you! Ryan Schmaltz, podcast listener and chemistry Ph.D turned winemaker at Bella Winery and Wine Caves in the Dry Creek Valley of Sonoma shares his fascinating transformation. Ryan contacted me a few years ago, telling me about his plan to switch careers from the life of a chemist to that of a winemaker. Fast forward a couple of years and he made his dream a reality. In this podcast, Ryan shares his story of tenacity, hard work, and risk taking, whi...
Ep 133: Vinport.com WFNP Wines for June
June 18, 2015 15:59 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBThis is a podcast to accompany the 9 wines we have posted on the Vinport.com/WFNP page. It details the wines and wine types and serves as a tasting guide for you to decide what to order and then what to look for when you are drinking the wines. It's a great one to listen to even if you can't order since you can probably find many of the wines types and taste along with the podcast! Wines are available at www.vinport.com/wfnp Free shipping on 6 bottles or more! Enjoy!
Ep 132: Wine in China with Eric S, Sales Exec from Shanghai
June 15, 2015 03:43 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBThis week we have a special guest, Eric S, a wine sales executive in Shanghai, who gives us an overview of what's going on with wine in China. We cover things like: What types of wines are people drinking in China? Is wine consumption growing or has it hit a wall? What's the deal with the gifting culture, anti-corruption, and the crackdown (A.K.A, why the top growth Burgundy and Bordeaux need to pay attention to the UK, US, and Canada again)? Has the wine bubble burst? Do Chinese d...
Ep 131: Observations from a Trip to Sonoma, CA
June 04, 2015 04:05 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBAfter a recent trip to Sonoma, we reflect on how things have improved in the past few years. The maturity of the region, including the quality of the wine and creativity of the producers, the family legacy of farming, & some great travel tips are covered. In more detail... 1. First we discuss how Sonoma has entered young adulthood– it’s grown up We saw more maturity in producers, less exhuberence and more balance in both wine and attitude. 2. We saw a change in the risks people are wil...
Ep 130: CA Pinot with Jim Morris of MacPhail Family Wines
May 28, 2015 04:28 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBIn this episode we talk with Jim Morris of MacPhail Family Wines. We discuss a lot of stuff with our old friend and one of the nicest guys in Sonoma. Topics range from: The CA wine industry and trends that we are less than excited about (yes, we name names!) The history of Sebastapol, Gravenstein apples, and the Barlow -- the latest hotspot in Sonoma where MacPhail's tasting lounge is located The world of Pinot-philes: Labeling, wagons, vineyards, and soils And most importantly -- Pin...
Ep 129: Mick Unti on Igniting Sonoma's Grape (R)evolution
May 10, 2015 03:06 - 41 minutes - 38 MBAn impromptu recording with one of the only producers in the Dry Creek that does Mediterranean grapes, not just Zinfandel: Mick Unti of Unti Vineyards. The conversation is very free form, but we discuss: New World v Old World flavors and palates The real differences in Old v New World farming and winemaking How Unti is leading the evolution of Sonoma (without really knowing it!) Because this was unexpected, it's a bit more unstructured than some of my other interviews, so I hope you ...
Ep 128: Interview with a Sake Sommelier
April 25, 2015 05:32 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBThis week listener Jenn Y and I interview Tomomi Muraki Duquette, a sake sommelier from Niigata City who schools us in everything sake! We cover everything you need to allow you to explore the world of sake! Thanks to Tomomi and Jenn for a great lesson! We cover things like: What is sake? How much like beer is it versus like wine? How is sake made? What flavors should we expect from different kinds of sake? What are the different kinds of sake? What should we look for on the bottle?...
Ep 127: A Bartender's Take on Wine
April 15, 2015 18:42 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBThis co-podcast with Brian Weber from Bartender Journey will teach you a ton about what goes on behind the bar with wine! From the danger of ordering rosé to how long a wine is left open before chucked, we give it to you straight! Brian launched our full conversation on his podcast, which includes more basics about wine. I've edited our conversation to focus just on the wine-relevant portions! We talked about... How much knowledge do bartenders have about wine?How much training do t...
Ep 126: Arsenic in Wine with Dr. Carl Winter
April 06, 2015 17:31 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBForget the scare-mongering media's claims about arsenic in wine! We have the real deal. This week, I was HONORED to host Dr. Carl Winter, PhD, and professor at University of California at Davis. He's a food toxicologist & food safety musician (you must listen to his songs about food hazards, sung to popular music. He is hilarious but brilliant because the stuff is so memorable). He sets us straight and let's us know there is nothing to fear when it comes to arsenic in wine. I'm copying in s...
Ep 125: The Difference Between Napa and Bordeaux Reds
March 28, 2015 18:30 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MBApart from the obvious (which, M.C. Ice states): there's an ocean and a continent separating them, what IS the difference between the Caberet Sauvignon based wines of Napa and those of Bordeaux (Left Bank). Here are the things we address: Latitude -- Bordeaux is at 45˚ and Napa is at 38˚ and it makes a difference Terrain -- the Left Bank is on a high plateau, near rivers, and is on gravel and clay. Napa is in a valley with big mountains flanking it on each side and Bay and Ocean providing...
Ep 124: Wines of the Languedoc-Roussillon
March 03, 2015 05:02 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBThis huge wine producing region of southwest France is old, varied, and sort of inconsistent. There are a lot of misses here but a few big hits, mostly in the form of bubbles and sweet wines. If you know what you're looking for, you can get great wine. Good AOPs include: Languedoc Corbières Minervois Roussillon Saint-Chinian It's quite possible sparkling wine originated in Limoux -- Blanquette, made in the ancestrale method of the Mauzac grape, and Crémant, made in the Champ...
Ep 123: Wine and Chinese Food
February 21, 2015 05:09 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBIt's the Chinese New Year so it's time for a pairing podcast! M.C. Ice is fascinated that you can successfully pair wine with Chinese cuisine, but after serious experimentation I made a believer of him. A few key notes: 1. Slightly sweet Riesling and Vouvray are the MVPs with Chinese. You can't go wrong with these wines because they have full fruit, sugar to counteract the spice, and acidity to keep the flavors lively. 2. Sweet and sour dishes are great with rosé or Alsace 3. ...
Ep 122: Spain's Best Red Wine Values
February 09, 2015 05:11 - 39 minutes - 36 MBYou asked for it and we delivered! Per the request of many listeners, we revisit Spain in this episode. I've said it before and I'll say it again -- you don't have to look hard to find values from Spain. But beyond Rioja and Ribera del Duero, where you should look for great red wines that won't break the bank? Some of the best red wines are from regions you may not know. In this episode we talk about: Toro Calatayud Navarra Bierzo Jumilla/Yecla and Montsant These are some of th...
Ep 121: Aging Wine Revisited
February 02, 2015 06:34 - 53 minutes - 49 MBIt's Groundhog Day in the US, which means, according to the namessake movie, we get a do-over! So we re-do the episode on aging -- we discuss what to hold, why, and the history behind it. We talk about ideal storage conditions & why we don't cellar wine. We hit on: The history of aging wine The chemical components that make a wine good for aging The role of cork in aging Which wines may age best The ideal conditions for cellaring and ways to cellar wine -- temperature, humidity, ...
Ep 120: Wines of Margaret River Australia
January 24, 2015 06:49 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBFor Australia Day, we revisit this amazing continent and one of its finest wine gems -- Margaret River. As Australia emerges from its post-critter wine era, the country is in need of a reset. If ever there was a region to rejigger people's perception of Aussie wine, this is it. Here's the link: MARGARET RIVER We first talk about Western Australia -- its size, location, and the other wine regions here. We focus in on Margaret River, the area that makes 3% of Australia's wine ...
Ep 120: Wines of Margaret River, Australia
January 24, 2015 06:49 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBFor Australia Day, we revisit this amazing continent and one of its finest wine gems -- Margaret River. As Australia emerges from its post-critter wine era, the country is in need of a reset. If ever there was a region to rejigger people's perception of Aussie wine, this is it. Here's the link: MARGARET RIVER We first talk about Western Australia -- its size, location, and the other wine regions here. We focus in on Margaret River, the area that makes 3% of Australia's wine ...
Ep 119: The Grape Miniseries -- Cabernet Franc
January 16, 2015 17:24 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBAfter some thanks and two awesome listener questions, we take up Cabernet Franc, the parent of some of the delicious red grapes you know! From interesting, unexpected origins, to how it spread through France, we cover the early life story of this amazing grape. Then comes the dork fest, with info on grape DNA, flavors, and the importance of canopy management. We discuss where this old grape grows, and the best emerging areas. The podcast hopefully will inspire you to seek out wi...
Ep 118: ACORN Winery of Sonoma California
January 09, 2015 07:44 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBI had the honor of talking with Bill and Betsy Nachbaur of ACORN Winery in Sonoma. From Sonoma history, to grape leaf shape, canopy management, barrel toast, and their specialty -- field blends -- you will learn so much from this podcast. I know I did! A few more details on the winery we forgot to hit...the significance of the winery and vineyard names... Vineyard Name Our Vineyard name, “Alegría”, means happiness and joy in Spanish. Bill chose the name, because he was much happ...
Ep 117: New Year's Tips and Resolutions for 2015
December 31, 2014 16:35 - 10 minutes - 9.65 MBFor this final mini episode of 2014, I'm solo! M.C. Ice has the flu and can't record so I bring you three tips for New Year's Eve: 1. Drink from "fine" to "poor", i.e., don't drink the best stuff last! 2. Don't bring great stuff to a party or dinner if it won't be appreciated 3. Try lower priced sparklers like Cava, Crémant, American Sparkling wine, Prosecco, Sekt, or for a cool, unusual twist -- Champagne made from one of the 19,000 growers in this region of France who made wine that ...
Ep 116: Winter Wines
December 22, 2014 19:21 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBAlthough we love getting super dorky, sometimes we like to do a super practical podcast that you can take with you to the wine shop! High alcohol naysayers be contradicted! If it's cold outside, you WANT high alcohol wines. So that's the kinds of wines I'm recommending...with the caveat that they must be balanced and not just heat. Suggestions include: Whites: Oaked Chardonnay, Châteauneuf du Pape blanc and other Rhône blends, southern Italian whites, Soave, South African Chardonna...
Ep 115: Long Island Wines
December 11, 2014 05:06 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBFollowing the journey back to my homeland, we discuss the amazing wines of Long Island and how far they've come. We'll give you the lowdown from climate, to vintage, to the best wineries of the area...and yes, we name names.
Ep 114: Old v New Guard Wine Lists
November 20, 2014 20:16 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBAfter recording the podcast, we had to add a disclaimer because we realized that this was a little insider-y for most people, but we still decided to launch this because there is a big debate raging in the wine world about what grapes and wines should be featured on wine lists. We realize some of you may not like this podcast and may think we've gone off the rails -- be patient! I felt we needed to cover it because it's been a huge debate in 2014 and one that doesn't seem to be going away. ...
Ep 113 European Wine Classification Systems
October 19, 2014 05:09 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBAll wine from Europe falls under a classified category. From DOCG to Pradikat to AOP, this week we cover what these categories mean and why they're important. And we give you the best news of all: it's not as hard as you may think and it can help you get better wine!
Ep 111: The Southern Rhone
October 04, 2014 05:05 - 55 minutes - 51.3 MBThis week we talk about a wine bucket list experience at Bern's Steakhouse in Tampa, Florida (US), answer a listener question on decanting, and then tackle southern Rhone. We focus on the better regions of the area and tell you the secrets to drinking better than just regular, old Cotes du Rhone.
Ep 110: How to Tell if a Wine Can Age
September 24, 2014 16:08 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBUsing M.C. Ice's experience and his "lightbulb" moment in learning about a wine's potential to age, we discuss a recent tasting of a high end Bordeaux wine and how he was able to identify that this wine was a diamond in the rough (and it's not just because it costs $700 a bottle!).
Ep 109: The August 2014 Napa Earthquake, A Firsthand Account
September 12, 2014 15:12 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBThis week I interview a close friend who happens to be the GM of a few wineries in Napa, the Dentist (he will be on again and if we want his candor, we need to disguise his identity!). He lives and works in Napa and he goes into detail about what the earthquake on August 24, 2014 felt like and what its ramifications are for the wineries and vineyards. The earthquake measured 6.0 on the Richter scale and is now considered a "major disaster" by the US government. This is a firsthand acco...
Ep 108: Vinport.com Wines Aug_Sept 2014
August 27, 2014 19:09 - 32 minutes - 30.3 MBIn this podcast we review the six selections on the vinport.com/wfnp page. As M.C. Ice says -- these selections just keep getting better. This is an amazing batch and one you'll want to hear about, even if you don't live in a state where you can get delivery. These wines are worth seeking out. The wines featured: A French rosé Bardolino Ribera del Duero Rioja Reserva Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vintage Port (great to hold if you had a special occasion in 2011, as we did -...
Ep 107: The Northern Rhône
August 18, 2014 16:26 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBThis week we cover a bit about the Rhône Valley and then discuss specifics of the 8 communes of the Northern Rhône and what they have to offer. From north to south, the communes are: 1. Côte Rotie 2. Condrieu 3. Château Grillet 4. St. Joseph 5. Crozes-Hermitage 6. Hermitage 7. Cornas 8. St-Peray and we throw in Clairette de Die for good measure! Some of my favorite wines are from here, so I hope you like the podcast!
Ep 106: Tour de France Wine Coverage 2014
July 29, 2014 04:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBYou don't have to watch the Tour to love this podcast. We use the route of the Tour to cover the wine regions that the 2014 Tour de France pedaled through -- from the UK to Champagne to Languedoc and Southwest France. We provide snippets of info on each region, with commentary on the Tour sprinkled in. And we do it without blood doping or steroid use, thank you very much! Thanks for listening! Enjoy!
Ep 105: New Zealand with George Geris Pt II
July 21, 2014 03:10 - 26 minutes - 24.8 MBThis week we continue our interview (see Ep 104 for Part 1) with George Geris from Villa Maria Winery in New Zealand. We cover, diurnals, screw caps, Australia, New Zealand's marketing conundrum, and then M.C. Ice asserts his Fabio-sity (listen and you'll understand...) Thanks for listening!
Ep 104: New Zealand with Winemaker George Geris Pt 1
July 13, 2014 01:25 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBI had the opportunity to ask great questions of George Geris, winemaker for the large New Zealand winery, Villa Maria. He has been all over the world learning his craft but has been a winemaker in New Zealand for 17 years, making Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. He's laid back, smart, cool and full of important info about New Zealand. In Part 1 of 2, we discuss George's background, what makes New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc so special, and a ton of other topics about this dual island wine hit ...
Ep 103: Marketing Wine to Women
June 29, 2014 02:16 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBThis week Rick makes a comeback! We get a little industry insider-y, discussing the irritating practices and dumbed down way wine is marketed to women and, specifically, to moms. I have to admit, this holds a special place for me since I was a wine marketer but always found the generalizations made so demeaning. This one's a little nerdy, but I hope you enjoy it! Oh, and it features a clip from "A Beautiful Mine" by RJD2 in the intro. Download it here: https://itunes.apple.com/...
Ep 102: Wines of Piedmont, Italy
June 18, 2014 16:13 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBWe return from our baby and massive home renovation hiatus with a hugely important region in the wine world -- Piedmont, Italy. We cover the major reds and whites, including Barolo, Barbaresco, Barbera, Dolcetto, Arneis, Gavi, and Moscato. This should give you a good base for exploring this region that has a ton of great wines to offer but may be a little daunting to figure out!