Wine Two Five Podcast
204 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 5 years ago - ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsEntertainment, education & consumer empowerment; everyday drinking for everyday people. Wine with lunch? Yes please! Wine-Two-Five is an entertaining wine podcast series featuring wine educators who like to drink their homework & have fun teaching.
Val and Steph believe in wine with lunch and not punching a clock when pulling a cork. In other words, drinking every day - any time of the day - is acceptable. And classy.
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Episode 152: Power to the Grape Gab - Negroamaro
March 08, 2018 17:00 - 23 minutes - 22.1 MBMarch's grape gab is about the Negroamaro grape from the wine region of Puglia, Italy. The name translates to "black bitter" but don't let that scare you away. The wine made from these grapes is often approachable, affordable and quite quaffable young. This episode goes from zero to 12.5 (and that's just the names of the wines!) in 23 minutes, and includes a new "Tasty Tales" segment to add to the not-so-bitter conversation.
Episode 151: English Wine & a Bout of Bubble Banter
March 01, 2018 17:00 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBWe answer a request for some edutainment about English wine, and found some cool resources on this cool climate country's rise as a wine presence in the world, particularly where bubbly is concerned. Talk about wino radar! Also, the "proof" is in the factoid, and the ladies scare up a silly video for patron consumption. Show notes & more at /http://www.winetwofive.com/ English Wine, England, Sparkling, Bubbly, Grapes, Proof, Wine & Spirits Podcast, Education
Episode 150: Burning Wine Questions, a Cava Convo & Celebrations
February 22, 2018 17:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBCarving out a cava convo in response to a listener's burning wine question, we dove into some bubbly banter. Who knew this discussion would take us from rosado or rosé to the Festa de la Filox-era (bring your bug costumes) and a sparkling Spanish sipper that garners about $200/bottle? Steph creates a new cocktail, Val gets her haiku on, and a patron supporter wins some swag.
Episode 149: Greek Wine, Olympics & Soju
February 15, 2018 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBIn honor of the Olympics, we thought we’d geek a little bit about Greek wines. The Olympics have come a long way since their origins in Olympia back in 776 BC. Because this year's event is being held in South Korea, we bring it home, along with the gold, with a factoid on Korean Soju. There were pairing puns, Soju stories, and a new segment letting you know where in the W25 world Steph & Val are ... besides behind the mic, noses in the glasses. A very high-level flyover of some ...
Episode 148: Talking Tannat - A Grape Gab
February 08, 2018 17:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBWe're talking Tannat in this month's Grape Gab. Tannat is a red grape that has its roots in Southwestern France. Recently it has reinvented itself in South America. So where else does it grow, what else is it called, and what does it mean to a glass of wine? Click play and sip away! Show notes at winetwofive.com.
Episode 147: " A Glass Full of Miracles" Book Review
February 01, 2018 17:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBWe're talking about Miljenko "Mike" Grgich's book, "A Glass Full of Miracles" this week. The book is an historical account of world and US wine events, as well as a genuine, personal story that every wine lover should read! Also, Steph has a purple Gin, and Val has a coveted Tequila. Wine Two Five Podcast Book Club, Wine Education, Book Review, A Glass Full of Miracles by Miljenko "Mike" Grgich
Episode 146: Top 10 Wine Two Five Podcast Re-wined
January 25, 2018 17:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBSometimes we have to look back to go forward. In this episode we find out what it is listeners are downloading the most. We thank those of you who “nominated” your favorites. There were certainly some surprises (or “SLURPrises”), so we hope this is a fun guide to content most enjoyed over the past three seasons of Wine Two Five. Top 10 most listened to podcast episodes for Wine Two Five; Wine Education; Wine Edutainment
Episode 145: The Spanish Wine Guy, Rick Fisher
January 18, 2018 17:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBRick Fisher is the program director of the Wine Scholar Guild's Spanish Wine Scholar program (launching Fall 2018) and lover of all things Spain. His Catalan roots have certainly had an influence, but his passion for Spanish wine, food & culture is infectious. And what do Boise, Idaho & little plastic bulls have do with any of this? Pure, unadulterated wine edu-tainment for the books. [Recorded November 2017] Wine Education, Spanish Wine, Spanish Wine Scholar, Wine Podcasts, Rick F...
Episode 144: Alsace Opulence With Cassidy Havens
January 11, 2018 17:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBWhat is the “red drinker’s white wine?” What’s unique about Alsace, the wine styles, and the labeling? Cassidy Havens, DipWSET, of Teuwen Communications fills us in on why these wines are so sought after on wine lists. There are some juicy nuggets of information of which wine lovers will want to take note. Also, she shares the secret to “the best 15 minutes of your wine and cheese life.” Yes, we go there. We all should go there. [Interview with Teuwen Communications Senior Account Su...
Episode 143: New Year, New York Wines
January 04, 2018 17:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBThis is an introductory exploration into the wines of New York, an overview of a couple of the regions, and their representative wine styles. There are some tasting segments, but also some factoids and recommendations, as well as a lot of fun. [sponsored content]
Episode 142: Quick & Dirty from the Cutting Room Floor
December 28, 2017 17:00 - 4 minutes - 4.52 MBAt year's end we like to compile some of the year's outtakes, bloopers, and goof-ups that were swept into a wine-stained pile on the cutting room floor. This year the theme seems to be "quick and dirty." We thank you all for a super fun 2017, and look forward to a 2018 filled with more learning, laughs and love. Cheers ~ Val & Steph
'Twas the Night Before Podcast
December 23, 2017 21:47 - 1 minute - 2.21 MBSteph & Val took a break from their end-of-year planning session at the Curtis Hotel in Denver, Colorado to stroll down to the lobby and record this little ditty. This is our original rendition of "'Twas the Night Before Podcast." The video can be seen on the Wine Two Five YouTube channel under "Holiday" videos. Happy Holidays to our listeners around the world!
Episode 141: Decoding DOCG Prosecco
December 21, 2017 17:00 - 47 minutes - 33 MBSparkling wine, just in time, to celebrate the holidays – and we mean any holiday, all year round. In this episode we decode some superior sparkling wines from the Veneto region of Italy known as Conegliano Valdobbiadene DOCG. This episode covers the grape(s) found in the wines and a discussion of styles. We hope you’ll enjoy the information with a sparkling sip nearby. [Ad] Show notes at WineTwoFive.com Sparkling Wine, Education, Italian, Italy, Veneto, Prosecco
Episode 140: Pisco Unpacked
December 14, 2017 17:00 - 23 minutes - 16.6 MBThe W25 ladies mix up some pisco-based cocktails this week, and unpack the 411 on the national spirit of Peru. Also produced in Chile, pisco has a long history, and we’re diving into the grapes, styles, and its versatility. We hope you pick up a pisco nugget to add to your brandy or cocktail repertoire. Show notes at WineTwoFive.com
Episode 139: James Cluer, Master of Wine
December 07, 2017 17:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBOne of the most influential personalities in many facets of the wine industry is Master of Wine, James Cluer. He's the owner of Fine Vintage LTD, but there's so much more to his story. From wine education to luxury tours, wine jobs to wine making - and let's not forget those super fun videos - James enlightens us on the many roads that led to not only his wine lifestyle, but also how he's opening doors for others. Wine, Wine Education, Master of Wine, James Cluer, California Wine, Wild...
Episode 138: Studying Italian Wine With Maurizio Broggi, DWS, FWS
November 30, 2017 17:00 - 30 minutes - 21.4 MBHow does one tackle learning all 21 wine regions of Italy? Italian Wine Scholar (IWS) program creator and Wine Scholar Guild's (WSG) Education Director - Italy, Maurizio Broggi, DWS, FWS, breaks it down over a glass of vino. He also chats with us about splitting his life between Las Vegas and Milano, shares a funny wine story, and inspires us to learn - and taste - more from Italy's varied wine and food regions. Show notes at WineTwoFive.com Wine Education, Wine Scholar Guild, It...
Episode 137: Wine Bloggers Conference Recap and Giving Thanks
November 23, 2017 17:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MBWe're back with a recap of the 2017 Wine Bloggers Conference in Santa Rosa, CA. From nuggets of knowledge to tasting and tours, and ... did they say, "wine made with weed?" Yes, yes they did ... we're all abuzz (ha ha) with new friends from the wonderful world of wine blogging. Also on deck are so many shout-outs, as well as a tease of interviews to come. Since this episode will air on Thanksgiving Day, we're sending out holiday wishes and a nod to favorite dishes. Happy Turkey Day and we ho...
Episode 136: Wine, Education, & Writing - Wine Scholar Guild's Lisa Airey, CWE, FWS
November 16, 2017 17:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBThe Wine Scholar Guild's Education Director, Lisa Airey, CWE, FWS, joins us for an afternoon of cocktails, tea, wine and conversation. We're talking about credentials, certifications, wine courses, careers, immersion trips, and education tips. Lisa also lets us in on her success as a novelist. Wine Education, Wine Scholar Guild, Lisa Airey CWE, Wine, French Wine Scholar, Wine Podcasts, A Toast to Friendship, Drink the Good Bottles, Wine People Rock
Episode 135: Austrian Wine Regional Rap (Part 2)
November 09, 2017 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBPart 2 of our Austrian wine region rap we explore labels, laws, special designations, and bubbles. We just can’t get enough of Austria. Let's talk about sekt, baybee! Austrian wine, DACs, sekt quality pyramid, South African Pinot, Hamilton Russel, Hemel-en-aarde valley, wine podcasts
Episode 134: Austrian Wine Regional Rap (Part 1)
November 02, 2017 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBThe hills are alive with the sound of Steph & Val rapping Austrian wine - or wien. Part one gives an overview of the where, the who, and the when, as well as a quick grape gab and Austrian crystal factoid. Show notes at WineTwoFive.com Wine Education, Language, Wine, Austria, Austrian Wine, Austrian Crystal, Wine Education Podcasts, Wine & Spirits Podcast
Episode 133: Cider Insider
October 26, 2017 16:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBThis week we’re exploring cider, its history, how it’s made, styles, and varieties. There’s so much more to this alcoholic beverage than we ever imagined. Val has five glasses in front of her, and Steph discovers “Dances with Squirrels.” Also on deck: our monthly Patreon winner, the next #W25BookClub title, and shoutouts galore. Show notes at WineTwoFive.com cider, apples, pears, sparkling, beverages, education, tasting, fall, hard cider, cidre, sidra
Episode 132: A Mid-October's Marselan Grape Gab
October 19, 2017 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBOctober's grape gab is about the Marselan, a red grape only slightly older than Val. We're celebrating Steph's wedding anniversary, sipping 2006 California wines, talking tastevins, and bringing National Pork Month full circle. It's all happening in this episode, and we hope you'll pour a glass and drink along with us. More on this week's shownotes on blog website. Marselan, Tastevin, Wine, Wine, California
Episode 131: Fall Fever & Celebrating the Season
October 12, 2017 16:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MB"Doctor, doctor give us the news, we got a bad case of pumpkin booze!" The cure? Cocktails! We're looking for new ways to stay warm and cozy via the crock pot or the mug. This week's episode explores fall flavors, celebrations, and some unexpected things we hope you'll enjoy.
Episode 130: The Wine Heroine Abroad: Steph Loose in Europe
October 05, 2017 16:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBLook, kids, a chicken hat! We're recapping Steph's European vacation. The term, "Go big or stay home" certainly applies here, as we get to relive some fun and delicious moments in Bordeaux, Prague and Oktoberfest fun. Sip-along to original field recordings featuring factoids about Becherovka and Burcak. Oh, there's more, but you'll have to listen to believe it. Show notes at WineTwoFive.com Travel, Burcak, Becherovka, Jordan Winery's genius, wine, whisky
Episode 129: A Toast to International Podcast Day
September 28, 2017 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBJoin us in celebrating International Podcast Day on 30 September. First, we toast. Then we lay down a little 411 on the history and motivation behind podcasting and International Podcast Day. This is what we call a 30-hour podcast happy hour celebrating the voices, stories, and communities that have emerged from behind the mics all over the world. Finally, some juicy wino radar bits, shoutouts and our monthly Patreon winner bring it all home. Grab your wine glass, beer mug, or a cocktail and...
Episode 128: Jedi Wine Master Jennifer Simonetti-Bryan, MW
September 21, 2017 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MBMaster of Wine Jennifer Simonetti-Bryan joins the ladies for a mid-morning happy hour to talk everything from changing careers to creating apps, courses, & writing books. The Jedi Wine Master also shares some funny stories & even chats a little "wine in space." There is something here for every wine lover. Pour, click, learn, & giggle. Cheers ~ Show notes & blog here.
Episode 127: Planet Cheese With Janet Fletcher
September 14, 2017 16:00 - 46 minutes - 37.4 MBAuthor and Cheese Expert, Janet Fletcher, joins the ladies for a most delightful and drool-worthy afternoon of cheese chatter. We’ve decided Janet is a true cheese goddess, and we think you’ll find her just as enchanting as she enlightens us on so many aspects of wine’s favorite sidekick. Grab your favorite beverage, and perhaps a wedge of something new, and explore the wonderful world of cheese along with us! Author, Cheese Aficionado, Janet Fletcher, World Cheese Tour, Planet Cheese, Win...
Episode 126: Robbie Meyer of Murrieta’s Well Winery
September 07, 2017 16:00 - 54 minutes - 44.1 MBLive from Livermore Valley (pre-recorded with Steph, Val, & three wines), Director of Winemaking Robbie Meyer brings a generous pour of winemaking knowledge – & charm – to the show this week. This is our first episode about the Livermore Valley, and we learned a lot. The history of the region is fascinating, and were absolutely blown away by the wines of Murrieta’s Well! We hope you enjoy this chat with Robbie as much as we did! Cheers ~ Show notes at WineTwoFive.com [ad] Robbie Meyer...
Episode 125: Sassi Italy Tours With Sebastian Sassi
August 31, 2017 16:00 - 53 minutes - 43.3 MBWe have our sassy pants on, per usual, but in this episode Sebastian Sassi of Sassi Italy Tours shares some breakfast wine with us. We’re talking wine, travel, experiential education, and connecting to and preserving wine culture. After a little lingering in bell’Italia, the factoid takes us to Martinique – oh what a week! Show notes at WineTwoFive.com Sassi Italy Tours, Sebastian Sassi, Wine, Martinique, Rhum Agricole
Episode 124: Chenin Blanc Grape Gab
August 24, 2017 16:00 - 27 minutes - 22.4 MBThis month’s grape gab is about the chenin blanc grape and its contribution to a fascinating variety of wine styles; we also engage in a little “who’s the grape daddy” and a little more chenin chatter. Finally, the factoid is all about the sharbat. The shar-what? We think you’ll love it as much as we did! Cheers ~ Show notes at WineTwoFive.com Chenin Blanc, Grape Gab, Sharbat, Wine Education, Wine Podcasts
Episode 123: Winding Down and Wine Camp Rewind
August 17, 2017 16:00 - 43 minutes - 34.8 MBWe’re winding down from wine camp and rewinding our wine-soaked memories to replay our favorites. Also on deck: silly alcohol cures from a sillier time; someone gets a little too excited about kale; we ate everything on the menu. Also, we chatter about our first ever W25 Happy Hour with our listener community at Vault Martini! This is an all-out shout-out-palooza! Show notes at WineTwoFive.com Wine Camp 2017 Recap
Episode 122: A Couple of Cork Dorks Geeking Out on “Cork Dork” – A Book Review
August 10, 2017 16:00 - 35 minutes - 28.5 MBThis episode is an audio review of New York Times Bestselling book, Cork Dork: A wine-fueled adventure among the obsessive sommeliers, big bottle hunters, and rogue scientists who taught me to live for taste, by Bianca Bosker. We also, ironically, open a couple of screw cap wines, drop a factoid, and serve up some shoutouts. (Previously recorded, as the ladies are attending the Society of Wine Educators Conference in Portland this week). Show notes at WineTwoFive.com Cork Dor...
Episode 121: Being Wineful and Canadian Wine With Jordan Cowe, CWE
August 03, 2017 16:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBWe’re in the moment this week with Jordan Cowe, CWE. He teaches us about being wineful, updates us on Canadian wine, and extends an invitation for the 30-day winefulness challenge. Full disclosure, Val is double barrel “bourbonful” while Steph gets “ginful” up in the pod. The factoid strays into “who’s umami” and “oleogustus for the rest of us” territory. All of this happens before lunch, so raise your breakfast cocktails to a wineful, educational, and fun-filled show. Namaste and Cheers ~
Episode 120: Jordan Winery’s Lisa Mattson
July 27, 2017 16:00 - 54 minutes - 43.9 MBAn interview this week that is straight with no chaser. We’re talking with Jordan Winery’s Director of Marketing and Communications, Lisa Mattson. She is the creative genius behind the latest “Despacito Embotellado” video as well as many award-winning films and videos. Lisa talks to us about the impact of video storytelling in the wine world, her book, “The Exes in My Glass: How I Refined My Taste in Men and Alcohol,” and the grape-squeezing moment in Miami that turned her world around and s...
Episode 119: Albarossa Grape Gab and May Wine in July
July 20, 2017 16:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBThis month’s Grape Gab is all about Albarossa. We were fortunate to have a conversation earlier this month with Andrea Costa from the Marenco family winery in Piemonte, Italy. He was one of the first handful of producers to experiment with it, and he generously shares some of his experiences with us. We also tried a traditional May Wine – in July, because that’s how we roll – and have shoutouts and announcements to wrap up this week’s fun. Show notes at WineTwoFive.com Al...
Episode 118: Bad Labels, Good Wine, Red Hills and a New Book Club
July 13, 2017 16:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBWhen wine label monsters attack – or just stare back – do you still buy the wine? The ladies engage in a little wine label bottle babble this week, keeping it light while exploring the – um – darker or sillier side of wine labels. We also mange to jam in a factoid about a California appellation, launch our new book club, draw a Patreon winner, and announce our first ever W25 Happy Hour next month in Portland at Vault Martini. Lots to cover, so pour a glass, click play, and join the fun! Ch...
Episode 117: Kala Maxym of Five Senses Tastings
July 06, 2017 16:00 - 45 minutes - 36.9 MBKala Maxym joins the W25 ladies for remarkable stories, laughs and insight into Five Senses Tastings. Five Senses tastings has emerged as a unique and extremely successful wine tasting concept that provides elevated, multi-sensory experiences that can change the way we see, taste – and experience – wine. Show notes at WineTwoFive.com
Episode 116: When Life Gives You Limoncello
June 29, 2017 16:00 - 29 minutes - 23.7 MBThis week we discuss limoncello: what it is, where it comes from, and how to make it. Also on deck are Podcast Awards, a new book from Exotic Wine Travel, #SparklingWineWeek, limoncello bottles you wouldn’t take home to mom, and a lot of fun. All of this happened with Steph stuffed in a closet while sipping a limoncello buffet from a step stool. Val's trying out a new mic and slurping a PLB (Pallini limoncello, lemon, & bitters) cocktail. We hope you have just as much fun listening as we...
Episode 115: The Glamorous Wine Life?
June 22, 2017 16:00 - 36 minutes - 29.6 MBSteph has a crazy dream, Val plays the diva card, and then we have an enlightening chat about another side of the wine biz. While we all do what we do out of passion, we concede that many aspects are not as fabulous as some may infer from what they see in magazines or on social media. In this episode we talk everything from health to hangovers, cost to credentials, travel to time, and what’s normally missing from the discussion. Is it all worth it? We’d like to hear what you think! Wine, W...
Episode 114: Grenache Grape Gab With the Gals & a Little Mezcal
June 15, 2017 16:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBThis week we’re all about the versatile Grenache grape and its various styles. Steph and Val get back to our podcasting roots, share lovely wines and a Mezcal factoid. You may hear some thunder in the background, but these gray days are the days made brighter by sharing wine with friends. Show notes at WineTwoFive.com Wine, Wine Grapes, Mezcal, Wine Education, Wine Entertainment, Wine Podcasts
Episode 113: Under the Influence of Joe Fattorini from Wine Show TV
June 08, 2017 16:00 - 58 minutes - 54 MBWine Show TV host and IWSC Wine Communicator of the Year, Joe Fattorini, absolutely charms the W25 ladies this week. A gifted storyteller, Joe fills us in on some of the striking stories behind Season Two of Wine Show TV, and shares the single most stupid thing you could do when running the Bordeaux Marathon. Speaking of marathons, this episode is worth the trip - we go long and laugh hard. Joe’s not only won the BBC’s Celebrity Mastermind, but also our most embarrassing wine story honour to...
Episode 112: Connecting Over New Age Wines
June 01, 2017 16:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBAndrea Rogers has over a decade and a half in the wine industry and joins the ladies of W25 today. Not only is she the reason this podcast exists, but she’s guiding the tasting and discussion about a successful wine brand that taking the country by storm. We’re chatting over six glasses of wines and cocktails, so click “play” to hear what the buzz – and “frothy creamy head” is all about. Show notes at WineTwoFive.com New Age Wines, Andrea Rogers, Cocktails
Episode 111: The Millennial Wine Mind and Market
May 25, 2017 16:00 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBWine guru and certified sommelier, Andrew Villarreal ,is on hand for a Millennial Moment to give us some insight into the Millennial wine mind. We’re chatting over bourbon, beer, and some serious amber wine, while discovering how the wine market is evolving in response to a significant sector of the population and their purchasing preferences. Andrew gives us a peek at his ‘new’ Chicago. He also explains what a naked lady on a Cadillac and $10 have to do with any of this. Click play, pour a...
Episode 110: Passion and Pinot – "Vertical" Book Review
May 18, 2017 16:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBMiles and Jack are at it again, and so are Steph and Val. This week we review Rex Pickett’s Vertical: Passion and pinot on the Oregon wine trail while cozying up to our glasses on a Tuesday morning. Alongside our little book babble about the Sideways sequel, we have some Wino Radar goodies, shoutouts and factoids. Did they say pinot in a can? Yes, yes they did. It’s a fun week in the world of wine, and we hope you enjoy this episode! Cheers ~ Show notes at WineTwoFive.com Wine, V...
Episode 109: A Trepat Grape Gab and a bit o' Bubbly Banter
May 11, 2017 16:00 - 35 minutes - 33.1 MBWe’re spending some time in the wine glasses this week with some bubbly banter to find that Steph and Val share a similar South African sparkling wine story. Then it’s time lay down a double dose of grape gab about Alicante before bringing it home with more sparkly speak and a flirty, fun factoid about Trepat. The May Patreon winner is announced and there are shout outs galore! Show notes at WineTwoFive.com Grape Gab, Alicante, Trepat, Sparking Wine, Wine
Episode 108: Wine, Bottles and Branding With Cynthia Sterling
May 04, 2017 16:00 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MBCynthia is the Principal and Creative Director of Sterling Creativeworks, a strategy, branding and design agency. She joins us this week to talk to us about wine labels, and what goes on behind the scenes of wine brands. We learn about what must be on a wine label as well as what cannot – and this may surprise you. Pour a glass of your favorite beverage and join us for a fun interview and some wine bottle label stories with Cynthia, Steph and Val. Show notes at WineTwoFive.com Cy...
Episode 107: Thirsty Nest and a Glacially Cool Factoid
April 27, 2017 16:00 - 49 minutes - 40 MBJacqueline Strum, Wine Enthusiast’s Director of New Business Development, gives us the 411 on the new Thirsty Nest Wine and Spirits Registry. We also learned a little about Glacier Wine, an upcoming book about wine from the French Alps, and other cool things on the wine horizon. Pour a fresh glass, click play, and thank you for joining us! Show notes at WineTwoFive.com
Episode 106: Girls Gone Grape!
April 20, 2017 16:00 - 38 minutes - 18.2 MBRobin Salls, founder of Girls Gone Grape (GGG), joins us on World Malbec Day. We chat wine, women, adventures, haikus, cocktails, and more. We share the story of GGG, upcoming trips to Tuscany and beyond, as well as climate change and extinct grapes. Yes, it’s all here, including some epic #WineOops stories for you and an occasional haiku. Pour a glass and join this week’s pour of fun! Girls Gone Grape, Wine, Women, Wine Education, Wine Travel
Episode 105: Thomas Jefferson’s Wine, W25’s Second Podcastiversary, & an Official Cocktail
April 13, 2017 16:00 - 40 minutes - 18.8 MBOne hundred and five straight weeks of drinking and getting behind a microphone require celebratory drinks and a custom cocktail. This week we also pay homage to one of our founding fathers who revered wine as much as we do. While offering up some interesting, historical tidbits about one of our country’s earliest wine experts, we discover what he drank, where he visited, and some great resources for history lovers and wine lovers. So raise ‘em up, listeners, to early American cork dorkery d...
Episode 104: When Wine Makes You Sick: Myths, Science, Wee Beasties and Demons
April 06, 2017 16:00 - 25 minutes - 11.6 MBSteph and Val are answering a Burning Wine Question this week, and also launching an information session about the commonly demonized sulfites. There are many reasons for different reactions to different wines, so we address biogenic amines or proteins, “wee beasties,” and other theories as to why wine can sometimes not love us as much as we love it. Burning Wine Question, Sulfites, Wine Podcast, Gin, Nebbiolo