Belgian Wines and PIWI Grapes |S16E3
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A light, quick nip at the wines of Belgium, as well as a little corkdorkery on PIWI grapes. Resources from this episode: Books: The Oxford Companion to Wine [5th Edition], Harding, J., Robinson, J., Thomas, T. (2023) Websites and Digital Document Files: Belgium Map 360: Belgium Wine Map Britannica: List of the World’s Largest Countries and Dependencies by Area (1 May 2024) Brussels Times: Why Belgium’s Winemakers are Enjoying a Vintage Year, Mitchener, B. (22 January 2023) Brussels Times: Belgium Wins Five Gold Medals at World Sparkling Wine Contest, Belin, Hughes (20 December...
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Oh, Canadian Wine | S16E2
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We’re taking off to the great wine north to explore the regions of Canada. Of course we gathered a little history and fun pop culture nuggets along the way. Resources from this episode: Books: The Oxford Companion to Wine [5th Edition], Harding, J., Robinson, J., Thomas, T. (2023) Websites and Digital Document Files: Canadian Encyclopedia: Hoser [editorial], Abley, M. (27 June 2019) Canadian Food Focus: What does ‘VQA’ mean on Canadian Wine? Leader, M.S. Conseil Des Appellations: Vin du Québec - Indication Géographique Protégée (IGP) Culture Trip: Why is Canada Nicknamed the Great...
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Austrian and German Sekt | S16E1
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We're exploring the early days and styles of sekt: sparkling wine from Austria and Germany. Resources from this episode: Books: The Oxford Companion to Wine [5th Edition], Harding, J., Robinson, J., Thomas, T. (2023) Websites and Digital Document Files: Austrian Wine: Austrian Sekt The Drinks Business: Sekt’s Appeal - Why Austrian Sparkling Wine is on the Rise, Thomas, L. (31 October 2022) Trink: Sekt - Made in Austria, Burkhard, G. (21 July 2022) VDP: VDP Sekt Statut Vinous: Evoe! German and Austrian Sekt Report, Krebiehl, A. (21 March 2024), Wine Enthusiast: Let’s Talk About Sekt,...
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Parlez-vous Pastis? | S15E6
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A quick tour of a favorite French tipple, Pastis. It was created to scratch the itch of the once banned Absinthe. How is it different? How should one drink it? Why does the word show up in some political circles? Click play, enjoy. Resources from this episode: Books: Society of Wine Educators: Certified Specialist of Spirits (CSS) Study Guide, Nickles, J. (2020) The Oxford Companion to Spirits and Cocktails [Kindle Edition], Wondrich, D & Rothbaum, N., (2022) Websites and Digital Document Files: College of Europe [Department of EU International Relations and Diplomacy Studies]: ‘Pastis...
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Rhône Whites Part Deux | S15E5
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Another wild ride south of a nuclear plant toward a papal palace takes us through some dramatic landscape, historic vineyards, and surprises in the glass as we explore the white wines of the Southern Rhone. Resources from this episode: Books: The Oxford Companion to Wine [5th Edition], Harding, J., Robinson, J., Thomas, T. (2023) Websites and Digital Document Files: AOC Vacqueryras: Cairanne Cahier des Charges de L’Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (25 June 2018) Châteauneuf du Pape: Chateauneuf du Pape Cahier des Charges de L’Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée: (2023) ...
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Rhône Whites Part 1 | S15E4
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Exploring the history, region and white wines of the Northern Rhône in this first of a two-part series. Part Two will cover the white wines of the Southern Rhône appellations. Resources from this episode: Books: The Oxford Companion to Wine [5th Edition], Harding, J., Robinson, J., Thomas, T. (2023) Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours [Kindle Edition], Robinson, J., Harding, J., Vouillamoz, J. (2013) Websites: Experi: Complete Guide to the Rhône Valley Wine Region, Greenman, M. Vins Rhone: Vineyards.Com: Rhône Wine Region ...
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Chablis Straight Up | S15E3
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Exploring the history, region & wines of Chablis. The real Chablis. In France. Resources from this episode: Books: Burgundy and its Wines, Faith, N. (2002) The Oxford Companion to Wine [5th Edition], Harding, J., Robinson, J., Thomas, T. (2023) Websites: Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB): Wine Laws, Regulations and Public Guidance [Title 27, Chapter I, Subchapter A, Part 4, Subpart C, § 4.24 - Generic, semi-generic, and non-generic designations of geographic significance Le Bourguignon: Chablis and the Grand Auxerrois Brittanica: Kimmeridgian Stage - Stratigraphy, Tang,...
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Champagne Part 2: Grape to Glass | S15E2
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We pick up where we left off with a zip around the terroirs, a grape gab, the “cinderella story” of how champagne is produced, and a brief tour of the styles. Resources from this episode: Books: Champagne, Liem, P., (2017) Champagne: How the World’s Most Glamorous Wine Triumphed Over War and Hard Times, Kladstrup, D. & P. (2005) Champagne Master-Level Study Manual [1st Edition], French Wine Society [Now Wine Scholar Guild] (2014) Christie’s World Encyclopedia of Champagne and Sparkling wine, Stevenson, T. & Avellan, E. (2014) Websites: Comité Champagne (official website): ...
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Champagne Part 1: The region, history, and some chalk talk |S15E1
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Part 1 of this 2-part series will explore the Champagne region, history, the significance of the chalk, and some stories that bring us up to modern times. Part 2 will focus on production, grapes, and styles. This is how we’re doing Dry January. Resources from this episode: Books: Champagne, Liem, P., (2017) Champagne: How the World’s Most Glamorous Wine Triumphed Over War and Hard Times, Kladstrup, D. & P. (2005) Champagne Master-Level Study Manual [1st Edition], French Wine Society [Wine Scholar Guild] (2014) Christie’s World Encyclopedia of Champagne and Sparkling wine,...
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Australian Wine - New South Wales | S14E6
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From the South Island of New Zealand to New South Wales in the land down under we wrap up this season with the wines from the diverse zones and regions from this corner of Australia. Resources from this episode: Books: The Oxford Companion to Wine [5th Edition], Harding, J., Robinson, J., Thomas, T. (2023) The World Atlas of Wine [7th Edition], Johnson, H., & Robinson, J. (2013) Websites: Australian Wine: Our Places - New South Wales Canberra Wine District: The Region - Geography Gutenberg: Project Gutenberg Australia - The first Fleet (28 August 2022) Hilltops Wine: Hilltops Wine...
info_outlineSailing through Madeira’s history into the grapes, styles, and cultural references.
This is a fun way to learn about Madeira, unless you're sipping it.
Your host even had Chat GPT write a special Madeira rap for the occasion.
Resources from this episode:
Books:
Madeira: The Mid-Atlantic Wine, Liddell, A. (2012)
Oxford Companion to Wine, 4th Edition, Robinson, J., Harding, J. (2015)
WSET® Level 4 Diploma in Wines and Spirits: Unit 6 Fortified (Liqueur) Wines [issue four], Wine and Spirit Education Trust (August 2012)
The World Atlas of Wine [7th Edition], Johnson, H., & Robinson, J. (2013)
Websites:
Armstrong Tour Guide: The Madeira Wine Culture and Savannah, Self, J. https://armstrongtourguide.wordpress.com/about/hist-3800/drink-in-savannah/the-madeira-wine-culture-and-savannah/
Catavino: A Beginner’s Guide to Madeira Wine, Opaz, R. https://catavino.net/introduction-madeira-wine/
Madeira Wine and Dine: Estufagem Process, Patterson, D. https://www.madeirawineanddine.com/making-madeira-wine/estufagem-process/
Wine Enthusiast: What Do ‘Noble Grapes’ Mean in Wine? Barth, J. (15 February 2022) https://www.winemag.com/2022/02/15/noble-grapes-wine-definition/
Wines of Portugal: Madeira https://winesofportugal.com/en/portuguese-wines/wine-styles/vinho-da-madeira/
World Atlas: Madeira Islands https://www.worldatlas.com/islands/madeira-islands.html
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S3E5: Wine & Oxygen from Grapes to Glass https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/s3e5-wine-oxygen-from-grapes-to-glass
S4E6: Got Wood? Talkin’ bout Oak https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/s4e6-got-wood-talkin-bout-oak
S11E4: Corsican Wine, Grapes, History … and a Grave with Goblets! https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/s11e4-corsican-wine-grapes-history-and-a-grave-with-goblets
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Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
Background for Chat GPT Rap: “Hip Hop Beat” by Coolrealistic at Pixabay