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A secret field that summons lightning. A massive spiral that disappears into a salt lake. A celestial observatory carved into a volcano. Meet the wild—and sometimes explosive—world of land art, where artists craft masterpieces with dynamite and bulldozers. In our Season 2 premiere, guest Dylan Thuras, cofounder of Atlas Obscura, takes us off road and into the minds of the artists who literally reshaped parts of the Southwest. These works aren’t meant to be easy to reach—or to explain—but they just might change how you see the world. Land art you’ll visit in this episode: - Double Negative and City by Michael Heizer (Garden Valley, Nevada) - Spiral Jetty by Robert Smithson (Great Salt Lake, Utah) - Sun Tunnels by Nancy Holt (Great Basin Desert, Utah) - Lightning Field by Walter De Maria (Catron County, New Mexico) - Roden Crater by James Turrell (Painted Desert, Arizona) Via Podcast is a production of AAA Mountain West Group.…

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Knowledge is the fuel that powers intelligent buying and selling. Fuel up with Wine Smart the 10-minute podcast from Ron Edwards, Master Sommelier the Director of Wine Education at Winebow Fine Wine + Spirits. Ron provides easy access, premium information for the beverage professional. Get Wine Smart anytime, anywhere so you can buy and sell better.

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Gualtallary, Pride of Tupungato 12:17

12 days ago12:17

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Text the Show Gualtallary is the home of one hundred point wines and a regal reputation. The district is waiting for official GI status based on high-elevation viticulture, with the interesting addition of caliche. These wines can be identified in a lineup of the same grape from the other areas of Uco Valley. Click play to find out why. Explore: Catena Adrianna Vineyard Wines Zuccardi Alluvional Gualtallary…

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Uco Valley Makes Mountain Wines 8:37

25 days ago8:37

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Text the Show The Andes Mountains shape the Wines from the Uco Valley of Mendoza, Argentina. This episode explores the major mountain influences of elevation, wind, alluvial fans, and slope. Invest 10 minutes in part one of a continuing series to reveal the secrets of the Uco Valley.

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Fire and Ice 11:40

12 weeks ago11:40

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Text the Show Fire and ice formed the geology of the Columbia Valley and much of Oregon. Knowing this history is key to understanding the uniqueness of these areas as wine regions. Invest 10 minutes in the story of fire and ice.

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Chehalem Mountains Has Everything 11:35

14 weeks ago11:35

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Text the Show Chehalem Mountains AVA has the three major soils, a large range of elevations, and all the possible vineyard aspects. Invest 10 minutes of research on this diverse and historic part of Willamette Valley. Explore: Cooper Mountain Adelsheim Vineyard Elk Cove J. Christopher

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Abruzzo: Wide Spectrum 11:34

16 weeks ago11:34

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Text the Show Abruzzo offers a wide range of wine expressions through the lens of the Adriatic Coast, the valleys inside the coastal range, and the Apennines. Montepulciano alone ranges from elegant and fresh to dense and powerful, so imagine the possibilities with Trebbiano Abruzzese, Pecorino, and Passerina. Invest 10 minutes prepping your exploration of this prolific region. Explore: Valle Reale…

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Cava: At Home in Penedès 9:01

18 weeks ago9:01

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Text the Show Cava is a wine, a style, and a tradition of Penedès since the 1860s. There is more to consider than the stacks of affordable bubbly at the end of a wine aisle. There is real substance to be found and great quality to be experienced alongside the Thursday night versions. Invest 10 minutes in knowing Cava.…

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Montalcino, Brunello and Beyond 9:25

20 weeks ago9:25

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Text the Show Montalcino is small in size but giant in reputation. These nine square miles of Tuscany boast some of the world's most sought-after wines, yet only fifteen percent of the territory is dedicated to vines. Invest 10 minutes exploring Montalcino, Italy, from Brunello to Moscadello. Explore Altesino Poggio di Sotto Tenuta San Giorgio…

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Lambrusco Tradizionale 10:46

22 weeks ago10:46

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Text the Show Dry, high-quality Lambrusco is what the locals love. In Emilia-Romagna, the home of Lambrusco, the people recognize the charm and delight of drinking this red sparkling wine with their culinary treasures like Prosciutto di Parma, Parmagiano-Reggiano, and their generous drizzles of Balsamico di Modena. Invest 10 minutes so you can "Lambrusco like a local." Explore Lini 910…

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Mallorca 12:35

26 weeks ago12:35

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Text the Show I'll have a Prensal Blanc to start and follow it with a lovely Manto Negro. If you aren't sure what those would be, then this podcast is for you. Take 10 minutes to find out about the island of Mallorca, where Prensal Blanc and Manto Negro are indigenous delights. Explore Ánima Negra

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Cider, It's Wine Too 13:27

28 weeks ago13:27

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Text the Show When we think of cider, we should think of wine. Pair it with food like wine. Sell it alongside wine. Drink it like wine. Don't treat quality cider like beer, but it is low in alcohol, which is a very popular concept right now. Explore: Wölffer 139 Cider

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Jura, Burgundy's Twin 11:13

30 weeks ago11:13

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Text the Show Jura is a calcareous geologic sibling of the Cote d'Or, separated by the Bresse Plain. No wonder the vineyards boast Chardonnay as the most-planted grape and Pinot Noir as the top red grape, but this semi-alpine region has individuality. Take 10 minutes to start the exploration of Jura. Explore Domaine Maire…

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Dogliani: Don't Forget Dolcetto 9:18

31 weeks ago9:18

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Text the Show When it's perfect it's perfect and Dogliani is perfect for Dolcetto. Dolcetto is a bit finicky but it is so delightful in the right place and the right hands. It needs a Goldilocks climate and a soil that retains water but not too much. Exploring Dogliani opens up top-tier wines that are accessible on any given Friday. Invest 10 minutes in the DOCG of Dogliani and then find one to try. To help you explore click the link below. Explore Pecchenino…

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Castelli di Jesi, Home to Verdicchio 11:16

33 weeks ago11:16

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Text the Show Is it Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi or Castelli di Jesi Verdiccio? Yes. Invest 10 minutes in figuring out how the region of Castelli di Jesi is a DOC and a DOCG. In this case, the beauty is in the details. Explore Pievalta

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Catena Library Wines 11:47

48 weeks ago11:47

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Text the Show The Catena family of wines is doing something new! Library wines from 2004 and 2014 will be available in September 2024. This episode reviews twelve Catena wines with an age range of 3 to 30 years. Explore: Winebow Insider Catena, Elevating Argentina Catena Zapata

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Red Mountain AVA 9:50

50 weeks ago9:50

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Text the Show Red Mountain, one of the smallest and warmest Columbia Valley AVAs will impress you with wines that blend power and deftness. Invest 10 minutes with me to look into the causes of this wonderful mix of intensity and refreshment. Explore Andrew Januik Wines Januik Wines Mark Ryan Wines Matthews…

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The Whisky Loch is Coming 10:26

52 weeks ago10:26

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Text the Show Our resident spirits expert and Vice President of Wholesale Spirits Portfolio joins me with news of the coming Whisky Loch. What is it? Why is it happening? How do buyers navigate it? Invest 10 minutes with us to learn more.

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The Dirt on Dirt 11:49

1 year ago11:49

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Text the Show Why do all the geeks and winemakers talk about vineyard geology and soil? Invest 10 minutes with me to find out. There is a cause-and-effect relationship with the final wine and I offer a simpler way to approach it than trying to figure out if the chalk in the soil means a chalk taste in the wine.…

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Valpolicella: A Red Wine for Everyone 12:31

1 year ago12:31

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Text the Show Valpolicella blends unique local grapes into a broad range of styles that cover almost every wine drinker. Invest 10 minutes with me to explore the styles and stipulations of Valpolicella DOP. Explore: Zenato Valpolicella Consorzio

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Vinho Verde: Delightfully Crafted for Right Now 12:10

1 year ago12:10

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Text the Show Vinho Verde is a wine ready to satisfy the en vogue wish of fresh, lower alcohol, and authentic. Even so, there are a range of styles and a host of marvelous indigenous grapes to explore. Invest 10 minutes with me so that you can confidently explore and discuss Vinho Verde. Explore Vinho Verde DOP João Portugal Ramos Broadbent Vinho Verde…

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Ribera del Duero, Elevated Tempranillo 12:58

1 year ago12:58

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Text the Show The elevated plain of the Duero River valley offers deep, textured Tempranillo wines. No Spanish wine selection is complete without this region. Invest 10-minutes with me to find out the special attributes of this great wine region. Explore: Consejo Regulador Bodegas Portia

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Royal Slope AVA, 1,100 Feet of Options 10:40

1 year ago10:40

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Text the Show The Royal Slope AVA has tremendous growing conditions for all your favorite grapes due to elevation changes and geology variations. Invest 10 minutes with me to dive into the realities of Royal Slope. Explore Further: Novelty Hill Januik Winery Matthews Jaine

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Long Island, Blessed by the Atlantic 11:48

1 year ago11:48

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Text the Show Long Island is a source of wine with elegance and balance. Invest a little time with me to find out why this emerging region deserves your attention. Explore: Wölffer Estate

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LODI RULES, OG California Sustainability 10:52

1 year ago10:52

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Text the Show Sustainability is more than just pesticide reduction and water conservation. LODI RULES was born out of ten years of farmer-led research and development and has only gained converts year after year. Invest 10 minutes with me to begin to understand this powerful certification born from farmers wanting to think multi-generationally. More Resources LODI RULES Website…

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Buyer Beware of that Spirit 10:13

1 year ago10:13

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Text the Show Wait! Before you buy that awesome-sounding new spirit brand, can you guarantee it is an authentic, quality-focused beverage? Take 10 minutes with Monique Huston, VP of Spirits Portfolio, and me to hear about the risks associated with the surge of new brands in the market. Added Resource Tequila Matchmaker…

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Chile: Appellations and Labels 9:49

1 year ago9:49

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Text the Show It is essential to understand how each country's appellation system works. You also need to understand what labels are telling you and sometimes what they are not telling you. Invest 10 minutes to build or refresh your knowledge of the DO (Denominacíon de Origen) system of Chile and label terms that may not mean what you think.…

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Bolgheri, Modern Success 11:49

1 year ago11:49

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Text the Show Bolgheri has one of the oldest wine histories in Italy, but the regional rise to greatness is very recent. Home to super stylish Bordeaux variety wines that fill the experience gap between the style of classic Bordeaux and lush Napa Valley. You should definitely invest 10 minutes into how modern Bolgheri came to be. Explore more: Grattamacco Wines Bolgheri Consorzio…

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Montecucco DOC, So Tuscan 10:05

1 year ago10:05

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Text the Show Montecucco may not be on the tip of your tongue when you talk about Tuscan wines, but it should be. It is dependent upon Sangiovese but includes other delightful grapes like Vermentino and Ciliegiolo for fun. Invest 10 minutes to find out a little bit more about this region with ancient roots and modern success. More Info: ColleMassari Montecucco Consorzio…

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Wind Influence, It's Important 9:22

2 years ago9:22

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Text the Show A local or seasonal wind likely impacts your favorite wine. Wind has the potential to be a blessing and a curse to viticulture and it is a driving force in some wine regions. Invest 10 minutes with me to understand more about how the wind influences the wines we love.

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Volcanic Soil and Minerality Part 3 14:53

2 years ago14:53

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Text the Show Three volcanic wine specialists join me in part three of this three-part series to explore the relationship between volcanic soils and minerality in wine. Enjoy the perspectives and research of Meri Tessari of Suavia, Santi Natola of Cantine Nicosia, and Yiannis Paraskevopoulos Ph.D. of Gai'a Estate. Invest 15 minutes with me to understand more about the relationship between volcanic soil and wine style. The PDF in the link has some great graphics regarding the chemistry involved. Additional Information. Presentation PDF Suavia Winery Cantine Nicosia Gai'a Estate…

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Volcanic Soil and Minerality Part 2 17:07

2 years ago17:07

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Text the Show Three volcanic wine specialists join me in part two of this three-part series to explore the relationship between volcanic soils and minerality in wine. Enjoy the perspectives and research of Meri Tessari of Suavia, Santi Natola of Cantine Nicosia, and Yiannis Paraskevopoulos Ph.D. of Gai'a Estate. Invest 15 minutes with me to understand more about the relationship between volcanic soil and wine style. The PDF in the link has some great graphics regarding the chemistry involved. Additional Information. Presentation PDF Suavia Winery Cantine Nicosia Gai'a Estate…

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Volcanic Soil and Minerality Part 1 13:12

2 years ago13:12

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Text the Show Three volcanic wine specialists join me in this three-part series to explore the relationship between volcanic soils and minerality in wine. Enjoy the perspectives and research of Meri Tessari of Suavia, Santi Natola of Cantine Nicosia, and Yiannis Paraskevopoulos Ph.D. of Gai'a Estate. Invest 15 minutes with me to understand more about the relationship between volcanic soil and wine style. The PDF in the link has some great graphics regarding the chemistry involved. Additional Information. Presentation PDF Suavia Winery Cantine Nicosia Gai'a Estate…

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Agave Spirits: How Pure is Yours? 15:35

2 years ago15:35

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Text the Show Did you know that 100% agave on the label only addresses the distillate's sugar source? Using "additives" up to 1% by volume is legal without telling us. What are these additives and why are they being included? Invest 10 minutes with my guest Monique Huston, VP of Spirits Portfolio to understand more about additives that might be found in your go-to agave spirit. Links to more info and a list of additive-free agave spirits: Tequila Matchmaker Additive-Free List Summary Info on All of these Brands Fortaleza Tequila ArteNOM Tequila Cimarrón Tequila Tequila Lapis Tequila Fruenteseca Tequila Pura Sangre Don Amado Mezcal Mina Real Mezcal Siembra Valles Tequila Siembra Azul Tequila Siembra Metl Mezcal Tequila Cascahuín Don Mateo de la Sierra Mezcal G4 Tequila Primo Tequila Palomo Mezcal El Buho Mezcal…

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Yamhill-Carlton AVA, An Oceanic Origin 10:08

2 years ago10:08

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Text the Show The Yamhill-Carlton AVA in the Willamette Valley of Oregon interprets Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Gris through the lens of marine sediment soils, not volcanic soils. A path to greatness was started in 1974 by the Campbell family at what became Elk Cove Winery. Invest 10 minutes with me to understand more about Yamhill-Carlton AVA. Explore Yamhill-Carlton AVA Elk Cove Winery Pike Road Wines Lemelson Vineyards…

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Dundee Hills AVA, Epicenter of Oregon Pinot Noir 11:00

2 years ago11:00

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Text the Show The Dundee Hills AVA in the Willamette Valley of Oregon is where it all started. Visionary winemaker David Lett planted Pinot Noir in 1966 and a march toward greatness began. In less than fifty years, the region went from humble beginnings to a world-class reputation thanks to natural inclination and a great deal of hard work. Invest 10 minutes with me to understand more about Dundee Hills AVA. Explore Dundee Hills Winery Association Argyle Winery Archery Summit Domaine Drouhin…

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Côtes de Provence, 92% Rosé 11:01

2 years ago11:01

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Text the Show Provence is an important wine region and its largest AOC/P is Côtes de Provence. Côtes de Provence offers vineyards on the coast, in the valleys, and tucked into multiple mountains. Those vineyards make some of the world's best dry, pink wines. There is even a Cru Classé designation from 1955! Invest 10 minutes with me to understand a bit more about Côtes de Provence. Explore Figuière Wines Maison Mirabeau Wines Mirabeau Pure Rosé Figuière Magali Signature Rosé…

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Biodynamic Viticulture 9:10

2 years ago9:10

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Text the Show Biodynamic wines are an ever-increasing part of the wine industry. You just have to know where they fit into the overall world of organic and sustainable winemaking. Take 10 minutes to make sure you understand the core principles and terms around biodynamics because someone is going to ask you about it very soon. Explore: Green Attitudes Wines…

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Understanding Organic 9:45

2 years ago9:45

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Text the Show Organic wines are a very important part of the wine industry. About nine billion dollars of importance in 2022, and expected to grow at a rate of 10% for the foreseeable future. Take 10 minutes to solidify your base of knowledge on the subject of organic wine because someone is going to ask you about it very soon. Explore: Green Attitudes Wines…

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Gin, Beyond London Dry 11:26

2 years ago11:26

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Text the Show As a category, Gin is exploding in popularity, and with this growth comes category expansion. Monique Huston, SVP of Spirits Portfolio Management joins me once again to keep us current. Invest 10 minutes in the new landscape of Gin. Explore: Maison Mirabeau Riviera Poli Marconi 42 Alkemist Bayab Boomsma Four Pillars J. Rieger & Co…

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Wine and Food Pairing, Alcohol & Texture 11:25

2 years ago11:25

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Text the Show Understanding the interaction of alcohol and food means better pairings. You need to consider how this component of the wine helps or hurts your efforts to create harmony. Invest 10 minutes with Ron to gain insider knowledge of how to work with alcohol and texture to end up with great food and wine interactions. More Info on these links: Food and Wine Overview Video Total Extract Info…

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Food and Wine Pairing, Sugar 10:06

2 years ago10:06

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Text the Show Food and wine pairings are scary but fun. Perfect pairings begin with understanding how the components of the wine interact with your food. Invest 10 minutes with Ron to gain insider knowledge of how to work with sugar found in wine and in food to end up with great food and wine interactions. More Info on these links: Food and Wine Overview Video…

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Food and Wine Pairing, Tannin 11:01

2 years ago11:01

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Text the Show Food and wine pairings are scary but fun. Perfect pairings begin with understanding how the components of the wine interact with your food. Invest 10 minutes with Ron to gain insider knowledge of how to work with tannin to end up with great food and wine interactions. More Info on these links: Medical aspects of tannin Wiki on Tannin How tannins work in wine Food sources of tannin Food and Wine Overview Video…

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Wine and Food Pairing, Acidity 10:25

2 years ago10:25

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Text the Show Food and wine pairings are scary but fun. Perfect pairings begin with understanding how the acidity of wine interacts with your food. Invest 10 minutes with Ron to gain insider knowledge of how to plan great food and wine interactions. More Info on these links: Clemson University Food pH Chart Food and Wine Overview Video…

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Castilla-La Mancha 11:43

2 years ago11:43

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Text the Show The central plateau of Spain, La Meseta, is a surprising mix of extremes in climate and history. The last four decades have rejuvenated and elevated this region with new winemaking philosophies and technologies. Take 10 minutes to find out why you should buy and sell some of these delicious wines.…

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The Wachau 11:57

2 years ago11:57

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Text the Show Austria's Wachau wine region has a majesty of scenery and wines. The purity of expression and elevated quality make this region a star on the world stage. Take 10 minutes to find out why you should buy and sell some of these delicious wines. Explore through the wines of: Prager Rudi Pichler Learn through: Vinea Wachau Website Austrian Wine Website…

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Tasmania: On the Edge 13:18

2 years ago13:18