Episode 18: For the Love of Port and Port expert Roy Hersh
Release Date: 11/19/2018
Episode 46: Drew Voit of Harper Voit Wines and Willamette Valley AVA
Decanted Wine Podcast
In this episode, we’re pleased to welcome winemaker Drew Voit, whose career in Oregon’s wine scene has made him sought after by both consumers and wineries alike for his skill in producing notable wines from the Willamette and beyond. He shares his journey from California cellar assistant to working for world-class Oregonian wineries like Domaine Serene, to creating his sought-after Harper Voit label. Also, we’ll outline part two of our epic Willamette wine excursion and discuss the don’t-miss wineries and wines we discovered there.
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Episode 45: Doug Tunnell of Brick House Vineyards and Ribbon Ridge AVA
Decanted Wine Podcast
In this episode, you’ll meet Biodynamic winemaker Doug Tunnell of Brick House Vineyard, whose fascinating life has led him to produce some of the country’s most celebrated Pinot Noir. And, we’ll recount part 1 of our epic trip to the Willamette Valley with a focus on the Ribbon Ridge nested-AVA, including several of the favorite wines, wineries, and winemakers we encountered, complete with must-try bottle recommendations.
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Episode 44: Frichette's wine power couple and Alliance of Women in Washington Wine
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In this episode, we chat with Greg and Shae Frichette, a husband and wife winemaking duo. Hear how the Frichettes changed their lives with a flip of a coin that landed them in the fabled Red Mountain AVA of Washington State where they planted an estate vineyard. We’ll also open some bottles of Frichette so you know what to expect from this iconic region. Plus, we discuss the new Alliance of Women in Washington Wine and make a few buying highlights from some of its members.
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Episode 43: Michael Eddy and Brenae Royal from Louis M. Martini plus red wine cellaring tips
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In this episode, meet Winemaker Michael Eddy and Vineyard Manager Brenae Royal from California’s revered Louis M. Martini winery and learn about making wine in one of California’s oldest and most desirable vineyards. Plus, we’ll examine the aging, maturation, and drinking of Cabernet Sauvignon. When exactly is the right time to open those big, bold reds? Plus, we’ll list a few of our favorite Cabs from Washington state.
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Episode 42: Decanted Year in Review, 2020
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Decanted year in review 2020: In this episode, we’ll try to redeem the WORST YEAR EVER (well, in OUR lifetimes, at least) by looking back through the lens of the best wines, events, and travel that Decanted experienced in 2020. And, we’ll list our favorite bottles of the year across several varietals.
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Episode 41: Tony Rynders on winemaking for Panther Creek Cellars, and the cross-boarder wineries of Oregon and Washington
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Panther Creek Cellar’s winemaker Tony Rynders has had a fascinating journey as a vintner, one that’s taken him from the Pacific Northwest to California to his association with Panther Creek Cellars.
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Episode 40: Chef Aaron Tekulve and our visit to his Seattle restaurant Surrell on Madison
Decanted Wine Podcast
Chef Aaron Tekulve is one of Seattle’s up-and-coming culinary superstars, and his new restaurant Surrell on Madison is not stopping because of COVID19. Chef Aaron pairs Washington wines with his unique brand of cuisine in a setting made safe for socially distanced dining. Dave and Sandi also share their dining experience and what you can expect from an evening with this rising star Chef.
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Episode 39: Interviews with the Auction of Washington Wines 2020 Honorees: Karen MacNeil, Mark McNeilly and Rob Mercer
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The Auction of Washington Wines has raised more than 50 million, benefitting Seattle Children's and Washington State University Wine Science Research. Events by AWW give wine lovers the chance to support the Washington wine industry For this episode, we interview 2020’s Honorary guests, including Honorary chair Karen MacNeil, wine consultant, and author of the award-winning book, "The Wine Bible”, honorary winemaker Mark McNeilly, founder of Mark Ryan Winery and Honorary Grower Rob Mercer of Mercer Esta
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Episode 38: Anna Maria Ponzi: Pinot Girl to President. And, a short history of the Oregon wine industry.
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Meet Anna Maria Ponzi, the owner, president, and director of sales and marketing of the celebrated Ponzi Vineyards. Her memoir “Pinto Girl” depicts her family’s history as pioneers of Pinot, and reflects on her own journey with the business. Hear the story of winemakers like her family, who blazed a trail for the state’s wine industry. PLUS, we provide a short history of the Oregon wine scene, its pioneers, its AVAs and the region’s common wine varieties.
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Episode 37: Andrew Latta exemplifies the Rhône Valley in Washington State and Rhône 101
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Join us for a discussion with one of our favorite Washington state winemakers, Andrew Latta of Latta Wines and Kind Stranger. He’ll outline his fascinating path from Sommelier, to cellar-rat, to celebrated vintner of Rhône-style wines. We'll also discuss the differences between traditional Rhône wines and those made in Washington from similar varietals.
info_outlineWe recount our whirlwind tour of Portugal, including the Douro Valley wine country. Learn about the different types of port so you can feel more confident when choosing your own bottle to open with friends or age in the cellar. And meet our guide Roy Hersh, professional port wine judge, writer and educator who is the only person to be inducted into both the Port and Madeira Brotherhoods.