Glass In Session® Winecast
Glass In Session® is a bi-weekly wine education podcast by Val Caruso DWS, CWE, FWS. She's a wine educator, a lifelong learner, and shameless corkdork. There’s a Glass in Session® every 2nd and 4th Friday where we explore the fun - sometimes funny - aspects of wine and spirits education, culture, and history.
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Austrian and German Sekt | S16E1
05/10/2024
Austrian and German Sekt | S16E1
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, Baby, Krebiehl, A. (4 May 2023) Wines of Germany: Glossary of German Wine Terms World of Fine Wine: The Joy of Sekt, (Updated 22 November 2022) Glass in Session Episodes Relevant to - or Mentioned in - This Episode: S6E1: Prosecco DOC Rosé Plus Some Sweet Corkdorkery S9E1: Franciacorta DOCG S13E1: American Sparkling Wine Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Parlez-vous Pastis? | S15E6
03/22/2024
Parlez-vous Pastis? | S15E6
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 Power Europe’: An Assessment of the EU’s Actorness in International Investment Politics, Topete, P. D. (June 2016) Eur LEX: Access to European Law, Annex 1 [Categories of Spirit Drinks], 26 [Pastis] & 27 [Pastis de Marseille], (15 August 2022) https://eur-https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2019/787/2022-08-15 France Today: Pass the Pastis - A History of France’s Second Favorite Drink (5 June 3013) Politico: Pass the Pastis, says principled Pascal (26 February 2003) Taste France Magazine: Everything You Need to Know about Pastis, Denig, V. Glass in Session Episodes Relevant to - or Mentioned in - This Episode: S8E4: Let’sAbsinthe Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Rhône Whites Part Deux | S15E5
03/08/2024
Rhône Whites Part Deux | S15E5
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) Experi: Complete Guide to the Rhône Valley Wine Region, Greenman, M. Gigondas Cahier des Charges de L’Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (78 Sep 2022) Gigondas Vins: Le Dentelles de Montmirail - Unique Geology Lirac Cahier des Charges de L’Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (2023) Vacqueyras Cahier des Charges de L’Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée Vins Rhone: Vineyards.Com: Rhône Wine Region Winephabet Street: Season 2 Episode 20 - T is for Tavel, Gioquindo, D., and Budd, L. (26 October 2021) Wine Scholar Guild: Podcast - Christophe Tassan and Andrew Jefford on the Rhône, Camus, J. (6 February 2018) Wine, Wit, and Wisdom: Dispatch from Gigondas (and Gigondas Blanc), Nicles, J. (6 November 2022) Wine Enthusiast: A Guide to the Wines of the Southern Rhône,, Iijima, A.L.C. (4 May 2023) Vignerons Cairanne: Glass in Session Episodes Relevant to - or Mentioned in - This Episode: S1E4: Tavel at my Memory Palace’s Table S1E6: Doing the Diois - Clairette de Die Sparkling Wine Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Rhône Whites Part 1 | S15E4
02/23/2024
Rhône Whites Part 1 | S15E4
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 Glass in Session Episodes Relevant to - or Mentioned in - This Episode: S1E4: Tavel at my Memory Palace’s Table S1E6: Doing the Diois - Clairette de Die Sparkling Wine S7E2: Wines of Anjou, the Musketeers … and a Salad to Go? Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Chablis Straight Up | S15E3
02/09/2024
Chablis Straight Up | S15E3
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, C.M., Chablis Wines: INAO: Cahier des Charges de l’appellation d’origine contrôlée «Chablis» The Laurel of Asheville: What Happened to Chablis? Trippi, G. (2019) Wine Enthusiast: Chablis - Why Chablis is the Purest Chardonnay, Voss, R. (4 May 2023) Wine Spectator: Ask Dr. Vinny - (7 Dec 2011) Glass in Session Episodes Relevant to - or Mentioned in - This Episode: S3E3: Wine Caves - Dishing the Dirt S13E1: American Sparkling Wine Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Champagne Part 2: Grape to Glass | S15E2
01/26/2024
Champagne Part 2: Grape to Glass | S15E2
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): Champagne: From Terroir to Wine (downloadable brochure with map) Liquor Laboratory: Who Makes Kirkland Champagne? Answered (2023 Update), Strunk, P. (27 August 2022) Syndicat Général des Vignerons de la Champagne: Cahiers des Charges et Plans de Contrôl (March 2023) Wine, Wit, and Wisdom: A Glass of Voltis (in your Champagne) Might be in Your Future, Nickles, J. (15 December 2022) Wine, Wit, and Wisdom: Dispatch from the Coteaux Champenois AOC, Nickles, J. (26 July 2023) Glass in Session Episodes Relevant to - or Mentioned in - This Episode: S7E3: Booze Riots and Rebellions, Part 1 - Champagne and Whiskey Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Champagne Part 1: The region, history, and some chalk talk |S15E1
01/12/2024
Champagne Part 1: The region, history, and some chalk talk |S15E1
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, Stevenson, T. & Avellan, E. (2014) Websites: Comité Champagne (official website): Champagne: From Terroir to Wine (downloadable brochure with map) Instagram: thebubbleista - Three *Bone Dry* Champagnes for Dry January (3 January 2024) Millesima USA: The Champagne Cork, Its History, Design, and How to Reuse it, Dupont, E. (5 March 2023) Syndicat Général des Vignerons de la Champagne: Cahiers des Charges et Plans de Contrôl (March 2023) Warfare History Network: The Battle of Chalons: Attila’s Stinging Defeat, Walker, J. (September 2013) Glass in Session Episodes Relevant to - or Mentioned in - This Episode: S1E16: Doing the Diois - Clairette de Die Sparkling Wine S3E3: Wine Caves - Dishing the Dirt S4E1: English Fizz S5E2: Getting Medieval - Wine and Holy Warriors S7E3: Booze Riots and Rebellions, Part 1 - Champagne and Whiskey S13E1: American Sparkling Wine S14E1: Argentina’s Sparkling Wine Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Australian Wine - New South Wales | S14E6
11/24/2023
Australian Wine - New South Wales | S14E6
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 Region Hunter Valley Winery Tours: A History of Winemaking in the Hunter Valley (September 2023) Mudgee Wine: https://www.mudgeewine.com.au New South Wales Wine: Riverina Winemakers: Riverina Region Shoalhaven Coast Wine: Tumbarumba Wine: The Region Vineyards.com: Wine Map of Australia/ Wine Map of New South Wales Visit Mudgee Region: Wineries Wine Australia: Wine Regions of New South Wales [map] Wine Australia: New South Wales Wine Country: Hunter Valley - History Wines of Orange: The Orange Region World Atlas.com: Australia (10 July 2023) Podcasts Mentioned in the Episode: Winederlust: Glass in Session Episodes Relevant to this Episode: S11E1: Tasmanian Sparkling Wine - History and Devilish Deets Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Wine in New Zealand's South Island | S14E5
11/10/2023
Wine in New Zealand's South Island | S14E5
A quick zip around the land of zippy Sauvignon Blancs, characterful Pinot Noirs, serious Chardonnays & lofty aromatics is on deck this week. We pay homage to a few historic characters, geological features, and pop culture references, once again, because the host cannot help herself. Resources from this episode: Books: The Oxford Companion to Wine [5th Edition, Kindle Edition], Harding, J., Robinson, J., Thomas, T. (2023) Websites: Bragato Research Institute: Romeo Bragato Central Otago NZ: The Central Otago Wine Story New Zealand: Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park New Zealand Ministry for Culture and Heritage: James Cook (1 March 2019) NGĀ TĀNGATA TAUMATA RAU Dictionary of New Zealand Biography: James Cook, Mackay, J. (Updated November 2007), New Zealand Wine: Te Kauwhata Village: Romeo Bragato - Visionary for the NZ Wine Industry Glass in Session Episodes Relevant to this Episode: S9E3: Ice Wine/Icewine/Eiswein (Baby?) S11E1: Tasmanian Sparkling Wine - History and Devilish Deets S14E1: Argentina’s Sparkling Wine Other Podcasts Referenced in this Episode: Wine Two Five 73 New Zealand Wine, Part 1 - More Than Bungee Jumping (With Celia Hay, Owner of New Zealand School of Food and Wine) Wine Two Five 74 New Zealand Wine, Part 2 - Mini Cast With Mighty Wines Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Constantia: The wine, the place, the history and juicy bits | S14E4
10/27/2023
Constantia: The wine, the place, the history and juicy bits | S14E4
One word, many things. This episode explores the history of the South African wine region and the iconic wines still produced today. Let’s not forget the juicy end bits. Resources from this episode: Books: The Oxford Companion to Wine [4th Edition], Robinson, J. & Harding J. (2015) 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: Britannica: Constantia, South Africa (15 February 2008 update) Brittanica: The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Rogers, K. (13 December 2012 update) https://www.britannica.com/art/mystery-story Cape Info: Old Constantia Wine: Vin de Constance Baikoff, J. (December 1990) Constantia Valley: Wine Groot Constantia: Klein Constantia: Latin is Simple: Constantia, Constantiae [f.] National Today Day: February 2 Holidays Vin de Constance: Wines of South Africa: History (July 2023) Wines Of South Africa: The Iconic Sweet Wines of Constantia, McGregor, L. (n.d.) Glass in Session Episodes Relevant to this Episode: S1E1: Fringe Wines and Flor S4E4: Meet the Teinturiers S4E6: Got Wood? Talkin’ ‘bout Oak S10E1: Cap Classique: A South African Sparkling Wine Story Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Cachaça: Brazil's Spirit's Spirit | S14E3
10/14/2023
Cachaça: Brazil's Spirit's Spirit | S14E3
One more beverage from South America to talk about this week, Cachaça, takes us to Brazil. We explore the spirit's history, styles, & some intriguing cultural references to the spirit. Resources from this episode: Books: Certified Specialist of Spirits (CSS) Study Guide (Society of Wine Educators), Nickles, J., (2020) Distilling Knowledge: A professional guide to spirits and liqueurs (Wine and Spirits Education Trust) Broom, D., (2013) The Oxford Companion to Spirits and Cocktails [Kindle Edition], Wondrich, D & Rothbaum, N., (2022) Rum, Broom, D. (2003) Websites: Advanced Mixology: What is Cachaça? The History of Brazil’s National Spirit (20 September 2022) Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB): TTB Amends the Distilled Spirits Identity Regulations to Recognize “Cachaça” as a Type of Rum and Distinctnive Product of Brazil, Hogue, T., (22 February 2013) CNN: The Story Behind the Spirit of Brazil, Sherriff, L. (16 January 2020), Difford’s Guide: 12 June - International Cachaça Day Distiller: Cachaça, Aylward, K. (31 August 2020) Institute Brasieiro da Cachaça: História da Cachaça Code of Federal Regulations: 27 CFR § 5.147 Rum, (2023), Nossa Cachaça: History of Cachaça Novo Fogo: History in a Bottle: September 13th is National Cachaça Day in Brazil. (11 September 2017) Smithsonian Magazine: You Know Rum - But What is Cachaça? Geiling, N. (30 June 2014) The Spirits Business: The World’s Best-Selling Local Spirits, Brooker, A. (22 June 2023) The Spruce Eats: What is Cachaça? A guide to buying and drinking Cachaça, Graham, C. (7 September 2022) Statista: Sugar Production Worldwide in 2022/23, by Leading Country (in million metric tons), Shahbandeh, M. (1 June 2023) Glass in Session Episodes Relevant to this Episode: S4E6: Got Wood? Talkin’ bout Oak S6E2: A Pisco Party! S12E4: Rum: King of Booty? Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.) Additional Music this Week:
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Uruguay's Way With Wine | S14E2
09/22/2023
Uruguay's Way With Wine | S14E2
Still hanging out in the southern hemisphere, we travel to Uruguay to explore the history, wines, grapes & other fun nuggets. Resources from this episode: Books: The South America Wine Guide: A definitive guide to wine in Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Brazil, Bolivia, & Peru, [Kindle Edition] Barns, A. (2021) Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours [Kindle Edition], Robinson, J., Harding, J., Vouillamoz, J. (2013) Wines of South America: The Essential Guide, Goldstein, E. (2014) Websites: History: This Day in History - July 13 1930, First World Cup (updated 19 July 2019) Instituto Nacional de Vitvinicultura (INAVI): Estadísticas de Viñedos 2022 Datos Nacionales Instituto Nacional de Vitvinicultura (INAVI): Estadística del Elaboración Anual South America Wine Guide: A Guide to Uruguay’s Wine Regions, Barnes, A. (20 November 2021) Word Atlas: The Smallest Countries in South America (2018) Uruguay Wine: Glass in Session® Episodes Related to this Session: S7E6: Irouléguy and French Basque Wine Banter Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Argentina's Sparkling Wine | S14E1
09/08/2023
Argentina's Sparkling Wine | S14E1
Kicking off Season 14 with bubbles from the southern hemisphere is a great way to welcome fall and the harvest in the northern hemisphere. This episode shines a light on Argentina’s sparkling wine, history, and styles, as well as a grape gab. Resources from this episode: Books: Oxford Companion to Wine, 4th Edition, Robinson, J. and Harding, J. (2015) The South America Wine Guide: A definitive guide to wine in Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Brazil, Bolivia, & Peru, [Kindle Edition] Barns, A. (2021) Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours [Kindle Edition], Robinson, J., Harding, J., Vouillamoz, J. (2013) Wines of South America: The Essential Guide, Goldstein, E. (2014) Websites: The Drinks Business: How Argentine Fizz is Making its Mark, Eads, L. (1 February 2020) Food and Wine: How to Find the Best Wines from Argentina, Mosely-Williams, S. (29 September 2022) Global Data: Argentina Sparkling Wine (Wines) Market Size, Growth and Forecast Analytics to 2026 (9 May 2023) South America Wine Guide: The Essential Guide to Bonarda in Argentina, Barnes, A. (19 November 2021) South America Wine Guide: Is this the Southernmost Vineyard in the World? Barnes, A. (20 November 2021) Thought Co.: San Martín, Latin America Liberator, Minster, C. (22 August 2019) Ventisquero Wine Estates: Wine Enthusiast: In Southernmost South America, Cool-Climate White Wines Reach New Heights (28 September 2022) Wines of Argentina: https://winesofargentina.org/en Wines of Argentina: A Guide to the Most Common Red Grapes in Argentina (Vinómanos) (7 June 2021) Wines of Argentina: The Long History of Argentine Sparkling Wines, Hidalgo, J. (20 December 2019) Wine Terroirs and Tales: The Most Southern Vineyard in the World, Latimeró, A. (6 November 2022) Glass in Session® Episodes Related to this Session: S5E1: A Pét-Nat Chit Chat S6E1: Prosecco DOC Rosé Plus Some Sweet Corkdorkery S13E6: Virginia and America’s Wine Roots Other Podcasts: Wine Two Five Episode 200: Laura Catena on Malbec and More Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Virginia and America's Wine Roots | S13E6
07/28/2023
Virginia and America's Wine Roots | S13E6
Back to the roots of where America can trace a good chunk of its booze history. From traditional 'old world' wine grapes to exciting hybrids and styles, Virginia wine is rich in history, variety, and fun when it comes to beverages. Resources from this episode: Books: 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: Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB): American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) (last updated 6 July 2023) Britannica: House of Burgesses (n.d.) Coastal Virginia Mag: What’s in an AVA? Marsey, M. (1 January 2023) Eater: Vintage America. A Brief History of Wine in America, Baiocchi, T. (3 January 2011) National Park Service: The Virginia Company of London - Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historic Park Virginia, Chaney, T., Cohen K., Cotton, L.P. (15 July 2002) Hoover Institution: The Colonial Roots of American Taxation, 1607 - 1700, Rabushka, A. (1 August 2002) Jefferson Vineyards: History - Realizing Jefferson’s Dream (n.d.) JSTOR (The Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, vol 128, no. 3, 2020, pp. 226 - 258): Lord Delaware, First Governor of Virginia, ‘the Poorest Baron of This Kingdom’, Rose, E.M. (20200 On the Vine: Appalachian High Country AVA becomes North Carolina’s Fifth Official Wine Region (10 April 2017), UC Davis (Foundation Plant Services Grapes): Norton Virginia Wine: Virginia Wine Guide Wineries Virginia: A Brief history of Wine in Virginia, Dreyer, K.C. (22 July 2020) Glass in Session® Episodes Related to this Session: S13E1: American Sparkling Wine S13E3: Meritage: An American Blending Story S13E4: J’Adore Amador https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/s13e3-jadore-amador S13E5: Bourbon: The Distinctly American Spirit Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Bourbon: The Distinctly American Spirit | S13E5
07/14/2023
Bourbon: The Distinctly American Spirit | S13E5
An exploration of bourbon’s origins, some crazy history bits, and the whiskey's standing as a uniquely American spirit. This also is probably the most excited a podcast host has ever gotten about corn, so there’s that. Resources from this episode: Books: Big Whiskey [Revised Edition], DeVito, C. (2021) Certified Specialist of Spirits (CSS) Study Guide, Society of Wine Educators, Nickles, J. (2020) The History of Bourbon [Audible Edition], Albala, K. (2019) The Oxford Companion to Spirits and Cocktails [Kindle Edition], Wondrich, D & Rothbaum, N., (2022) Whiskey: The Definitive World Guide, Jackson, M. (2005) The World Atlas of Whisky [2nd Edition], Broom, D. (2014) Websites: Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB): Code of Federal Regulations - Title 27, Subchapter A, Part 5, Subpart 5.143 - Whisky Atlantic: America’s Lost Crops Rewrite the History of Farming, Laskow, S. (1 October 2022) Britannica: Corn (6 June 2023) The Bourbon Review: The Taft Decision, Veach, M. Edison, B. (17 February 2014) Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS): Celebrate National Bourbon Heritage Month This September, Quinn, M. (14 September 2020) Distillery Trail: Bottled in Bond Act Signed Into Law March 3, 1897 - The Law Explained by Fred Minnick & Bernie Lubbers [video], (3 March 2018) Food and Wine: Which Type of Corn Makes the Best Whiskey? Kuta, S. (10 February 2020) Grapes and Grains: Bourbon - a Symbol of American History and Culture, Morais, R. (28 April 2017) History: The Whiskey Ring and America’s First Special Prosecutor, Pruitt, S., (Updated 1 June 2023) Hoover Institution: The Colonial Roots of American Taxation, 1607 - 1700, Rabushka, A. (1 August 2002) Liquor.com: What is Bourbon? A guide to America’s Original Whisky, Morgan, A. (20 March 2023) Liquor Laboratory: Why is Bourbon Called Bourbon? The origins (2023 Updated), Martin, L. (8 May 2022) Natural Agricultural Library (U.S. Department of Agriculture): Popcorn Salon: When it Comes to Making Bourbon, Why is Corn so Important?, Stevens, A. (24 August 2022) Science News: Corn Domestication Took Some Unexpected Twists and Turns, Bower, B. (13 December 2018) Smithsonian Magazine, Where Bourbon Really Got Its Name and More Tips on America’s Native Spirit, Kiniry, L. (13 June 2013) University of Utah, Genetic Science Learning Center: Evolution of Corn, Glass in Session® Episodes Related to this Session: S2E3: Apple Brandy - Domestic Happiness S4E6: Got Wood? Talkin’ bout Oak: S7E3: Booze Riots and Rebellions, Part 1 - Champagne & Whisky S9E2: Whisky, Burns Night, and … Beerhenge? S12E3: Madeira Primer S12E1: Rum: King of Booty? S13E1: American Sparkling Wine Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Meritage: An American Blending Story With French Roots | S13E4
06/23/2023
Meritage: An American Blending Story With French Roots | S13E4
Meritage is a unique American expression of traditional French blends. We explore the history and make-up of Meritage wines. Resources from this episode: Books: Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) Study Guide (Society of Wine Educators), Nickles, J. (2017) Oxford Companion to Wine, 4th Edition, Robinson, J. and Harding, J. (2015) Websites: Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB): Agreement Between the United States of America and the European Community on Trade in Wine (10 March 2006) Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB): Part 12 - Foreign nongeneric names of geographic significance used in the designation of wines Los Angeles Times: Wine and the Law - A brief history of U.S. label regulations, Brown, C. (9 April 2008) Meritage Alliance: Meritage Alliance: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Meritage (2013) Wine Enthusiast: Meritage [Wine and Ratings] (n.d.) Wine Enthusiast: What Do ‘Noble Grapes’ Mean in Wine? Barth, J. (15 February 2022) Wine Lover Magazine: Bordeaux’s American Cousin - What is Meritage Wine? Hoss, O. (N.d.) Glass in Session® Episodes Related to this Session: S13E1: American Sparkling Wine S13E2: American Rosé: The Story of our Red White and Blush Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.) Additional music this week: ”Fife and Drum”by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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J'Adore Amador | S13E3
06/09/2023
J'Adore Amador | S13E3
Amador county’s history is rooted not only in gold mining but in zinfandel pioneers. This wine region is rich in American spirit, tenaciousness, and the mother lode of award-winning, quality wines. So here we are: talking about why j’adore (I love) Amador County and its wines, and why we wine lovers should pay more attention to it. Resources from this episode: Books: Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) Study Guide (Society of Wine Educators), Nickles, J. (2017) Oxford Companion to Wine, 4th Edition, Robinson, J. and Harding, J. (2015) Shenandoah Valley and Amador Wine Country, Wooten, K. and Baxter, R. S. (2008) Websites: Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB): Established American Viticultural Areas (last updated 15 August 2022) Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB): AVA Map Explorer (29 March 2023) Amador Wine Country: Amador Vintner’s Association: Deaver Vineyards: A family tradition for over 150 years New Frontier Wines: Renwood Sacramento Magazine: Amador’s Original Grand-père Vineyard Weekend, Boyle, C. (13 January 2022) San Francisco Eater: California’s Sierra Foothills Remain a Land of Opportunity for Winemakers, Bicchieri, P. (26 May 2022) Sierra Vintners: Signature Wines: D’Agostini: Historic Brand About to be Relaunched, Dunne, M. (4 March 2023) Trinchero Family Estates: Montevina Turley Cellars: Sadie Upton Vineyard Zinfandel U.S. Geological Survey (USGS): The Mother Lode System of California, Knopf, A. (1 January 1929) Western Mining History: Amador County, California Mines Glass in Session® Episodes Related to this Session: S13E1: American Sparkling Wine S13E2: American Rosé: The Story of our Red White and Blush Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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American Rosé: The Story of our Red, White and Blush | S13E2
05/26/2023
American Rosé: The Story of our Red, White and Blush | S13E2
This episode explores the history of American rosé wine culture and the events that led to the blush rush of the last three decades of the 20th century. When is it blush, when is it rosé? We tackle these questions in this story of America’s pink kink or crush on the blush. Resources from this episode: Books: Exploring Wine, 3rd Edition, Kolpan, S. Smith, B., and Weiss, M. [The Culinary Institute of America] (2010) Oxford Companion to Wine, 4th Edition, Robinson, J. and Harding, J. (2015) Rosé: A Guide to the World’s Most Versatile Wine, Morgan, J.(2005) Rosé Wine: The Guide to Drinking Pink, Simontetti-Bryan, J. (2017) Websites: Lodi Wine Commission: The Mystery of Zinfandel, Part 2 - The Long Strange Trip from Somewhere, Caparoso, R. (29 October 2013) Los Angeles Magazine: A Brief History of White Zin - Why the wine that aficionados love to hate is making a comeback, Snyder, G.(16 July 2014) National Archives and Records Administration [Code of Federal Regulations]: Wine Laws, Regulations and Public Guidance - Title 27, Chapter I, Subchapter A, Part 4, Subpart C, § 4.21 The standards of identity (last amended 24 March 2023) Trinchero Family Estates: The American Dream in Napa Valley Vinepair: Your Guide to Blush Wine Which Isn’t Rosé But Kind of Is, Beavers, K., (20 June 2016) Wine History Project: Wine History By Decade - 1860s, Agran, L. (8 July 2019) Wine Spectator: Ask Dr. Vinny - Where does the term “blush” wine come from? (9 November 2016) Podcasts: Wine Two Five Episode 54 (21 April 2016) Where Wine Takes Us - Barry Wiss from Trinchero Family Estates Wine Two Five Episode 52 (7 April 2016) Enter the Zin Glass in Session® Episodes Related to this Session: S1E3: Rosato - Wading into the Italian Pink S1E4: Tavel at my Memory Palace’s Table S12E6: Croatia Corkdorkery S13E1: American Sparkling Wine Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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American Sparkling Wine | S13E1
05/12/2023
American Sparkling Wine | S13E1
The thread of creative spirit, dedication, and good old American grit weaves the tapestry our America’s sparkling wine history. More intriguing than we originally thought it would be, the “freedom fizz” story bubbled up a few surprises, improbable characters, and some riotous strands of pop culture. Resources from this episode: Books: Christie’s World Encyclopedia of Champagne and Sparkling Wine, Stevenson, T. & Avellan, E. (2014) 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, § 4.21 The standards of identity.] Decanter: New York State of Fizz - The sparkling wines of New York, 24 October, 2022 Gloria Ferrer: Groovy History: Was Orson Welles Drunk on Paul Masson? These Outtakes Were the First Viral Videos, Shelton, J. (10 May 2019) Iron Horse: Harvest Wrap Up and Our Connection to King Charles, Sterling, J. (14 September 2022) Mountain Winery: National Park Service (NPS): Paul Masson Winery Schramsberg: History Soundcloud: Sandyland (Sandra Bernhard) [SiriusXM Entertainment], Neil Diamond Reveals the Inspiration Behind “Cracklin’ Rosie” [interview] U Discover Music: Cracklin’ Rosie - The story behind a Neil Diamond Classic, Milano, B. (21 October 2022) Vinepair: 11 Things you Should Know About Korbel California Champagne, Brown, K. (13 November 2020) Wine Spectator: The Father of American Sparkling Wine, Fauchald, N. 28 June 2004 Glass in Session® Episodes Related to this Session: S3E3: Wine Caves - Dishing the Dirt S5E1: A Pét-Nat Chit-Chat S7E3: Booze Riots & Rebellions, Part 1 - Champagne & Whiskey Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.) “Children’s Folksong - Yankee Doodle” music by Trygve Larsen (Nesrality) (Content License from Pixabay)
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Croatia Corkdorkery | S12E6
03/25/2023
Croatia Corkdorkery | S12E6
From ancient vineyards still in operation today, to dozens of original grape varieties, wines, and styles, Croatia is a heavenly haven of corkdorkery and winegeekery. We take a quick spin through the varied regions, and learn a little bit about Zinfandel’s home base. This is the Season 12 finale. Season 13 will pick back up in May. Resources from this episode: Books: Croatian Wine: Regions, Grapes, and History, Viola, G. (2021) Oxford Companion to Wine, 4th Edition, Robinson, J., Harding, J. (2015) Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours, Robinson, J., Harding, J., Vouillamoz, J. (2013) Websites: Cheers Croatia Magazine: How to Read a Croatian Wine Label (19 April 2022) Croatia: The Finest Wines in Croatia (n.d.) One Croatia: Wines of Croatia, Pavlac, D. (n.d.) Seven Fifty Daily: What you Need to Know About Croatian Wine, Barnes, A. (3 July 2019) Short History: Illyrians (1 June 2018) Travel Channel: Guide to Croatia’s Wine Country, Kennedy, J. (n.d.) UC Davis: Researchers Discover Zinfandel’s Hidden Roots, Bailey, P. (3 September 2002) Vina Croatia: Regulations and Statistical Data [Official Site of Croatian Wine] Vineyards: The Vineyard Explorer - Wine Regions Map of Croatia (n.d.) Visit Croatia: Wine & Wineries of Croatia Wine Anorak: Crushing on Croatia: The Wines, Regions, and Grape Varieties Dorzynski, J. (28 September 2020) Wine Enthusiast: How an Ancient Croatian Grape Became America’s Signature Wine Gaither, J. (11 February 2021) Related Podcasts from the Wine Two Five Files: Wine Two Five: Ep. 52 - Enter the Zin Wine Two Five: Ep. 79 - Wine Life & Legacy With Violet Grgch Wine Two Five: Ep. 147 - A Glass Full of Miracles [podcast] Related Glass in Session® Episodes: S2E5: Hello Vino Novello! S3E4: Wine from Dried Grapes S9E3: Ice Wine/Icewine/Eiswein (Baby?) Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Wines of the Tuscan Archipelago | S12E5
03/10/2023
Wines of the Tuscan Archipelago | S12E5
Exploring the winemaking islands off the Tuscan coast. Whether these gems were, as fabled, from Venus’s crown as she rose up out of the sea, or not, we did find some jewels as far as the wine goes. Resources from this episode: Books: Oxford Companion to Wine, 4th Edition, Robinson, J., Harding, J. (2015) Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours, Robinson, J., Harding, J., Vouillamoz, J. (2013) Websites: Cucina d’Italia: Tenuta Isola Nel Giglio - Wine from the Tuscan Archipelago, (n.d.) Forbes: This Tuscan Prison Island is Producing Top Quality Wines, Mullen, T. (1 October 2020) Gambero Rosso: Il Vino D’elle Isole - Giglio in Toscana, Gabbrielli, A. (7 March 4014) Gambero Rosso: The Island and its Wine - Exploration of Elba through the Ansonica Grape (29 December 2020) Giglio Info: Discover Isola del Giglio, Giglio Info: Vino Ansonica Costa dell’Argentario DOC (disciplinare de produzione) Info Elba: Disciplinare de Produzione Della Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita “Elba Aleatico Passito” o “Aleatico Passito dell’Elba” (last mod. 2014) Italia: Tuscan Archipelago National Park (9 August 22) Italian Wine Central: Louis Dressner Selections: Altura Producer Profile (30 May 2019) Prodigus (Promotori de Gusto): Il Vino Ansonico, Albano, L. (22 January 2023) Quattrocallici: Elba Aleatico Passito o Aleatico Passito dell’Elba DOCG: Travel and Leisure: This tiny Island off the Coast of Tuscany Offers Crystalline Sea Views, Hidden Coves for Snorkeling, and Amazing Hikes, Heath, E. (20 March 2021) Uncorked in Italy: Wine is Life - Daring natural wine on the Tuscan Island of Giglio, Shannon, E. (August 2017) Visit Elba: Elba and its History: Visit Tuscany: The Seven Islands of the Tuscan Archipelago and how to Reach Them (n.d.) Related or Referenced Glass in Session® Episodes: S1E3: Rosato - Wading into the (Italian) Pink S2E6: Marsala S3E1: Asti DOCG - Bubbles in the New Year, Decade & Season! S3E4: Wine from Dried Grapes S3E6: Maremma Wine, Cowboys, & a Little Pope S9E4: The Silk Roads Lead to Samarkind & Uzbek Wine S12E2: Algerian Wine Then & Now S12E3: Madeira Primer S12E4: Rum - King of Booty? Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Rum: King of Booty? | S12E4
02/24/2023
Rum: King of Booty? | S12E4
Exploring the world of rum and rum around the world: history, places, people, and the etymology of the word booty ... because pirates. The Moghuls (?!) make a surprise appearance, we talk Navy rum rations, and Chat GPT lays a rum history "masterpiece" on us. Resources from this episode: Books: Certified Specialist of Spirits (CSS) Study Guide (Society of Wine Educators), Nickles, J., (2020) The Oxford Companion to Spirits and Cocktails [Kindle Edition], Wondrich, D & Rothbaum, N., (2022) Rum, Broom, D. (2003) Websites: Cocktail Wonk: Setting the Record Straight on British Navy Rum, Pietrek, M. (5 December 2019) Code of Federal Regulations: 27 CFR 5.147 Rum (2023) Drum: The Rum War Rages - Bacardi insists it’s Havana Club forever Cuban despite criticism, Smiley, M. (8 January 2018) El Dorado Rum: [video] https://theeldoradorum.com Eur-Lex Annex 1: Categories of Spirit Drinks - 1. Rum (2019) Got Rum Magazine: Pierino, M. (2023) Inside the Cask: The Distilleries and Rum Manufacturers of Guadeloupe, de Almeida, A. (7 June 2022) Online Etymology Dictionary: Booty Robb Report: The Rum the British navy Once Rationed to Sailors is Now Highly Coveted - and Surprisingly Good, Sachs, T. (31 July 2020) Spirits Business: Bacardi Sues USPTO over Havana Club Trademark, Carruthers, N. (5 January 2022) Merriam-Webster: World History - Looking at ‘Booty’ (the word) Related or Referenced Glass in Session® Episodes: S3E2: Gin Revival S4E6: Got Wood? Talkin’ bout Oak S7E4: Booze Riots and Rebellions Part 2: Rum: S8E3: Once Upon a Wine Grape in Afghanistan S9E2: Whisky, Burns Night, and … Beerhenge? S12E3: Madeira Primer Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Music: Intro/Outro Theme: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.) Background beat for Chat GPT Rap: “Hip Hop Beat” by Coolrealistic (Pixabay) Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC.
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Madeira Primer | S12E3
02/11/2023
Madeira Primer | S12E3
Sailing 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. Catavino: A Beginner’s Guide to Madeira Wine, Opaz, R. Madeira Wine and Dine: Estufagem Process, Patterson, D. Wine Enthusiast: What Do ‘Noble Grapes’ Mean in Wine? Barth, J. (15 February 2022) Wines of Portugal: Madeira World Atlas: Madeira Islands Related or Referenced Glass in Session® Episodes: S2E6: Marsala: S3E5: Wine & Oxygen from Grapes to Glass S4E6: Got Wood? Talkin’ bout Oak S11E4: Corsican Wine, Grapes, History … and a Grave with Goblets! Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. 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
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Algerian Wine Then & Now | S12E2
01/27/2023
Algerian Wine Then & Now | S12E2
This episode winds its way through Algerian’s long, controversial wine history to the present day efforts to revive it. Only 100 years ago, Algeria overcame everything from jackals, fungus, phylloxera (complete with phylloxera deniers), colonial infighting, slander, war, and a plague of locusts to rank among the top four wine-producing countries in the world. Now efforts to produce and export quality wines often face an economic and political challenges fraught with ideology. Your host laments about “why we can’t have nice things,” but then some hope crops up portending that …maybe we can? Resources from this episode: Books: The Blood of the Colony: The rise and fall of French Algeria [Kindle Edition], White, O. (2021) Oxford Companion to Wine, 4th Edition, Robinson, J., Harding, J. (2015) The Ottomans: Khans, Caesars, and Caliphs [Audio Version], Baer, M. D. (2021) Websites: Associação Portuguese da Cortiça (APCOR): Forest Be Inclusive Hospitality: Community Spotlight Aghiles Ourad, founder of The Other Grape, (September 2022) BBC: The Arab Poet Who Worshipped Wine, Galer, S. S. (14 November 2017) Cork Forest Conservation Alliance: Cork Facts (2015) New Lines Magazine: The Withering of Algerian Wine - How the North African Country Went from the World’s Top Exporter to Endless Acres of Uprooted Grape Vines - and why it Matters to Return to the Craft Again, Ourad, A. (26 July 2022) Second Bottle: Algerian Wines: Best Algeria Wines Société les Grand Crus de l’Ouest Algérien (SGCO): The Société des Grands Crus de l'Ouest, a success story, Thought Co. : Admiral Hayreddin Barbarossa, Szczepanski, K. (21 January 2020) Trading Economics: European Union imports of cork and articles of cork from Algeria (January 2023) Wine Enthusiast: The Rise and Fall of a North African Wine Giant, Dhenin, M., (8 June 2022) Podcasts: Wine Blast: Wine from the Arab World | S3:E24 Barrie, S. & P. Related or Referenced Glass in Session® Episodes: S3E4: Wine from Dried Grapes S4E4: Meet the Teinturiers S7E3: Booze Riots and Rebellions, Part 1 - Champagne & Whiskey S9E6: Vodka Wars, Empires and Culture S10E1: Cap Classique - A South African Sparkling Wine Story S11E4: Corsican Wine, Grapes, History … and a Grave with Goblets! Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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And a Bugey Bubbly New Year | S12E1
01/13/2023
And a Bugey Bubbly New Year | S12E1
Bugey-Cerdon is tucked away in a sub-alpine region of France between Jura and Savoie. We explore the wine, the region, and, of course, a tiny bit of history. This is a bubbly we should really give more props to, or just find more reasons to celebrate more stuff … so we can drink more bubbly and more kinds of it. Resources from this episode: Books: Christie’s World Encyclopedia of Champagne and Sparkling Wine, Stevenson, T. & Avellan, E. (2014) Oxford Companion to Wine, 4th Edition, Robinson, J., Harding, J. (2015) Wines of the French Alps, Lorch, W. (2019) The World Atlas of Wine [7th Edition], Johnson, H., & Robinson, J. (2013) Websites: Ain Tourism: AOC Bugey Wines Bugey Vignobles and Découvertes: Découvrez les vignoble et la gamme des vins AOC Bugey: Cerdon Vallée de l’Ain: Cerdon, Village of History, Appoline (21 August 2022) https://www.cerdonvalleedelain.fr/post/cerdon-village-of-history?lang=en Maquis de l’Ain et du Haut-Jura: Punch: A Serious Case for Sweet, Fizzy Wine, Bonné, J. (8 July 2015) Syndicat des Vins du Bugey: Actualité de Bugey, Vineyards: Bugey and Savoy Wine: Vins Du Bugey: Cahier des Charges de l’appellation d’origine contrôlée [Bugey] homologué paqr le décret n° 2011-1097 du 9 septembre 2011, modifié par décret n° 2013-1092 du 29 novembre 2013, publié au JORF du 3 décembre 2013 Related or Referenced Glass in Session® Episodes: S1E6: Doing the Diois - Clairette de Die Sparkling Wine S2E1: Lambrusco Love Fest S3E1: Asti DOCG: Bubbles in the New Year, Decade and Season! S4E1: English Fizz S5E1: A Pét-Nat Chit Chat S6E1: Prosecco DOC Rosé Plus Some Sweet Corkdorkery S10E2: Jurassic Wine, Jura, and Dinosaurs Glass in Session® items mentioned in this show: Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Corsican Wine, Grapes, History ... and a Grave with Goblets! | S11E4
12/02/2022
Corsican Wine, Grapes, History ... and a Grave with Goblets! | S11E4
Exploring Corsica’s wines, history, and grapes, as well as some fun facts, including an exciting archeological wine find! Resources from this episode: Books: French Wine Scholar Study Manual, 5th Edition, Wine Scholar Guild (2015) Oxford Companion to Wine, 4th Edition, Robinson, J., Harding, J. (2015) Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours, Robinson, J., Harding, J., Vouillamoz, J. (2013) Websites: Ancient Origins: Rare Etruscan Tomb of Treasures Excavated in Corsica, Cowie, A. (27 April 2020) Corsica Guide: History of Corsica The Good Life France: Wines of Corsica,Archer, L. M. Go to Corsica: Wines of Corsica Greek Reporter: The Most Important Ancient Greek Colonies in History, Chrysopoulos, P. (17 October 2022) Vineyards: Corsica Vineyard Map Wine Enthusiast: Ancient Vines, New Territory - Corsica’s indigenous Grapes, Voss, R. (15 April 2021) Wine Enthusiast: What Does ‘Garrigue’ Mean in Wine? Iijima, A.L.C. (27 April 2021) World History: Phoenicia, Mark, J. J., (19 March 2018) Referenced Glass in Session® Episodes: S11E3: Malta, the Wines and the Bird S11E1: Tasmanian Sparkling Wine History, Devilish Deets Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Malta, the Wines, and the Bird | S11E3
11/11/2022
Malta, the Wines, and the Bird | S11E3
Exploring Malta’s wines, the history, grapes, and styles. And what’s the bird got to do with any of it? Resources from this episode: Books: Oxford Companion to Wine, 4th Edition, Robinson, J., Harding, J. (2015) Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours, Robinson, J., Harding, J., Vouillamoz, J. (2013) Websites: Around the World in 80 Harvests: Heroic Viticuluture and Wines from Malta and Gozo, Barnes, A. (3 December 2020) Brittanica: Malta, Busuttil, S. (6 October 2022) CIA World Factbook: Malta - Country Summary (3 October 2022) Internet Archive: The Maltese Falcon [full movie], Huston, J. (1940) Malta Products: Michelin Guide: A Roundup of Malta’s Wines, (30 December 2020), National Endowment for the Arts: The Maltese Falcon (24 November 2013) Order of Malta: History Slo Wine Country: Maltese Wine - A guide to the island’s best wines (4 November 2022), Rosamie Times of Malta: The Order of St. John’s arrival in Malta in 1530, Grima, J. F. (24 October 2021) Welcome Center Malta: Maltese Terroir - A guide to its history, terroir, and varietals, Wines of Malta: Related or Referenced Glass in Session® Episodes: S3E4: Wine from Dried Grapes S5E2: Getting Medieval - Wine and Holy Warriors S10E3: Getting Our Grappa On S10E5: Montefalco Sagrantino: Wine, Birds, & the King of Everything Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Medieval Wine & Holy Warriors (Re-Release)
10/28/2022
Medieval Wine & Holy Warriors (Re-Release)
While your host continues to heal from a recent illness, please enjoy this primer on why we see crosses from the Knights Templar and the Order of Malta on wine bottles to this day. GIS will be back in November with a new episode in the "booze from islands" series on the wines of ... you guessed it ... Malta! Thank you all for your healing thoughts & good wishes. Val What do popes, kings, and holy wars have to do with wine? Religious orders dating back to medieval times are still leaving their distinctive marks on wine bottles over a thousand years later. This episode is an exploration of what the warrior monks of Knights Templar and Order of Malta have to do with wine, and why their crosses show up on bottles of great wines today. This is a light, chronological nod to wine’s role in economies, cultures, and religion throughout history. Resources from this episode: Books: The Rose-Croix: The Templars’ Secret Life, Fedan, (2011) Websites: Ancient Origins: The Incredible History of Kolossi Castle - Won by Richard the Lionheart, Home to the Knights Templar, and Birthplace of the King of Wines, Mingren, (2018) Atlas Obscura: How a Special Diet Kept the Knights Templar Fighting Fit, Frost (2018) Clarion Wines: The Three Italian Wine Estates of the Order of Malta Comité Champagne: Giustiani: History of Giustiniani - History: 10 Reasons the Knights Templar Were History’s Fiercest Fighters, Gershon, (2019) History: The Knights Templar Rulebook Included No Pointy Shoes and No Kissing Mom, Holland (2019) Italy Magazine: Villa Giustiniani: A Family Home for over 400 years, Robinson (2019) Masterclass: Brunello vs. Barolo - Discover the Differences Between These Italian Wines Order of Malta: History Ordo Supremis Militarism Templi Hierosolymitani: Royal-Tokaji: True Heritage - Vinum Regnum, Rex Vinorum, Wine of King, King of Wines Stambolovo Winery: Templar History: Did the Templars Form Switzerland? Templarske Sklepy: About Wine Sofa: Rocca Bernarda, Ercsey (2015) Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: Addict Sound (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Wines of Cyprus: Re-release
10/14/2022
Wines of Cyprus: Re-release
To stay with the "wine from islands" theme, we're re-releasing the Cyprus episode, as your host is unable to record for a couple of weeks due to health reasons. Wines of Cyprus, grapes, history, a little geography, culminating in a discussion about one of the oldest branded wines in the world, Commandaria. Resources from this episode: Books: Ancient Wine: The Search for the Origins of Viticulture (Princeton Science Library Book 76) [Kindle Version], McGovern, P. (2003) Oxford Companion to Wine, 4th Edition, Robinson, J., Harding, J. (2015) Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours, Robinson, J., Harding, J., Vouillamoz, J. (2013) Websites: Ancient Origins: Commandaria: The oldest wine in production, praised by Homer, and Richard the Lionheart’s “King of Wines,” Strom (14 March 2019) Choose Your Cyprus: Wine Routes Map Chrysostomides: Finally! Halloumi will actually be made in Cyprus, as it should be (2 April 2021) Cyprus Island: Cyprus Wine History Cyprus Wine Competition: Commandaria Cyprus Wine Museum Delightful Cyprus: Certified Cypriot Products ETKO Wines: Olympus Wineries Merriam Webster: Faience My Guide Cyprus: A History of the Wines of Cyprus, Stavride, M. L., (16 June 2018), Wine Searcher: Cyprus Wine (18 September 2018) Wine Tourism.com: Cyprus Wine Regions (10 September 2020) Podcasts: Glass in Session® Winecast: S5E2: Getting Medieval: Wine and Holy Warriors Glass in Session® Winecast: S3E4: Wine from Dried Grapes YouTube Channel: Wine Scribble Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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Curaçao - Orange You Special?! | S11E2
09/23/2022
Curaçao - Orange You Special?! | S11E2
Exploring the Curaçao liqueur from Curaçao the island. We investigate the oranges of the spirit, history of the island, how it’s made … and what a dog humping one’s leg has to do with any of it. Resources from this episode: Books: Certified Specialist of Spirits (CSS) Study Guide (Society of Wine Educators), Nickles, J., (2020) The Drunken Botanist: The plants that create the world’s great drinks. Stewart, A. (2013) The Oxford Companion to Spirits and Cocktails [Kindle Edition], Wondrich, D & Rothbaum, N., (2022) Websites: Bar None Drinks: Curaçao CIA World Factbook: Curacao - Country Summary (18 July 2022) Senior and Company: Tipsy Bartender: Funky Cold Medina World Atlas: Curacao Related or Referenced Glass in Session® Episodes: S3E2: Gin Revival S5E3: Liqueur Lexicon S10E1: Cap Classique - A South African Sparkling Wine Story S10E6: Amari Amore: Beauty of the Bitter Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
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