Introduction Why are the sparkling wines the most successful wines? What is it about the wines of Brazil, the terroir, that really makes them excel? How does double pruning and winter harvesting help Brazilian vineyards produce higher-quality wines? How did family farming traditions shape Brazil’s wine regions, and what is the crossover between coffee and grape cultivation? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Tufi Meyer, author of the new book Wines of Brazil. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway Two of you are going to win a copy of Tufi […]
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How do vines thrive in Mount Etna’s rocky, volcanic soils on the island of Sicily?
Introduction How can vines for wine thrive in Mount Etna’s rocky, volcanic soils on the island of Sicily? Mount Etna is a perpetual baby in terms of its vineyard soils; constant rejuvenation of the soil through ash and lava impacts the vine’s health and the resulting grape characteristics. The lava flows are centuries old and vary widely. So, how would a producer choose one flow over another for planting? How does Mount Etna still have pre-phylloxera vines that are over 200 years old? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Ben Spencer, the award-winning author of […]
The New Volcanic Wines of Sicily’s Mount Etna with Ben Spencer
Introduction How do elevation and slope influence the style of volcanic wines of Mount Etna? What can volcanic wine made on Mount Etna in Sicily teach us about life? How is Mount Etna’s wine scene evolving? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Ben Spencer, the award-winning author of The New Wines of Mount Etna. You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wednesday at 7 pm eastern on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube Live Video. […]
Why can’t we taste sweetness in sparkling wine and mistake black and white pepper aromas?
Introduction Why can’t we smell sweetness in sparkling wine? How much of what we “taste” in wine is influenced by its appearance and our expectations? What makes copper both a savior and a threat to viticulture? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Sunny Hodge, author of the terrific new book, The Cynic’s Guide to Wine. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway Two of you are going to win a copy of Sunny Hodge’s terrific new book, The Cynic’s Guide to Wine. How to Win To qualify, all you have to do […]
Can you really taste “minerality” in wine? Sunny Hodge offers a Cynic’s Guide to Wine
Introduction Can you really taste “minerality” in wine? What gives Champagne and traditional method wines their signature bready flavour and creamy texture? How has natural wine sparked deeper conversations about how we farm and produce food and drink? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Sunny Hodge You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway Two of you are going to win a copy of Sunny Hodge’s terrific new book, The Cynic’s Guide to Wine. How to Win To qualify, all you have to do is email me at [email protected] and let me know […]
Why is Languedoc a Popular Choice for Organic, Biodynamic, and Natural Winemaking?
Introduction How does your perspective change when you start looking at life one vintage at a time, divided into seasons? What does it look like when wine is so deeply connected to a region that it shapes work, landscape, community, and what a culture values most? Why is Languedoc becoming a popular choice for organic, biodynamic, and natural winemaking? What makes a “bon moment” and why is it worth taking seriously? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Steve Hoffman, who has written an award-winning memoir called A Season for That: Lost and Found in the Other […]
What’s It Like Moving Your Family Thousands of Miles to Live in the Wine Region of Languedoc, France? Steve Hoffman Shares Stories
Introduction How can you create a life you don’t need a vacation from? What can we learn from the French about slowing down, savoring meals, and making conversation the heart of gatherings? What’s it like living in the “other southern France”? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Steve Hoffman, who has written an award-winning memoir called A Season for That: Lost and Found in the Other Southern France. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway Three of you are going to win a copy of Steve Hoffman’s terrific new book, A Season for […]
Does Mozart or Metallica make wine taste better?
Introduction How does music, even types you dislike, make wine more enjoyable? Can curated playlists in tasting rooms and wine bars influence how customers drink, eat, and experience wine? What happens when you stop overthinking wine and music and just enjoy? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Susan Lin, a Master of Wine and a Master of Fine Arts in Classical Piano and Musicology. You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wednesday at 7 pm eastern […]
How Can Music Change the Taste of Your Wine? Susan Lin, MW, Shares Stories and Tips
Introduction Why might a symphony night pair just as well with your wine as a heavy metal ballad? What is “sonic seasoning” and how can music impact the way we experience the taste of wine? How are sensory experiences like music, taste, and atmosphere all connected? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Susan Lin, a Master of Wine and a Master of Fine Arts in Classical Piano and Musicology. You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on […]
What Turns A Wine Country Visit Into An Incredibly Memorable Experience? with Amy Wislocki, editor-in-chief of Decanter
Introduction What turns a wine country visit into an incredibly memorable experience? What are the hidden perks of off-peak wine travel? How has digital media transformed the way people plan wine travel? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Amy Wislocki, editor-in-chief of Decanter, the world’s most prestigious wine magazine. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway Two of you are going to win a copy of Decanter Magazine’s terrific new book, The Ultimate Wine Lover’s Travel Guide. How to Win To qualify, all you have to do is email me at [email protected] and […]
