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Ep 181: The Wines of the Douro Valley with Anne Mchale MW (Part 2)
3 juni 2024 · 39 min
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Welcome back to part two with Anne McHale, Master of Wine. In this episode, we shift our focus from Alsace to the Douro region in Portugal. Anne shares her memorable experience of treading grapes in the Douro, highlighting the historical significance of traditional foot treading in port wine production and comparing it to modern mechanical methods.
We'll explore the primary red grapes used in port production: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz (Tempranillo), Tinta Cão, and Tinta Barroca. Additionally, we'll discuss the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage landscape of the Douro, with its steep, vineyard-covered slopes visible (something we should all be experiencing from a cruise boat along the River Douro).
We dig deeper into the unique vineyard planting methods: the traditional stone-wall terraces called Socalcos, the 1980s earth-bank Patamares, and the vertical plantings known as Vinha ao Alto. And even the oldest stone walls, Pilheiros, believed to be 400 years old.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
2.45: The different techniques used to build the unique terraces of the Douro region
06.01: Treading grapes at Quinta do Vesuvio
10.55: The €500 per-person experience at Quinta do Vesuvio
11.44: Douro - A UNESCO World Heritage site
13.30: Advantages & disadvantages of Treading traditionally vs mechanically
16.35: Best places for premium wines - Douro superior & Cima Corgo, and the climatic changes throughout region
17.40: Understanding these geographical concepts in preparation for the diploma questions
18.57: The schist and granite soils
20.45: Questions surrounding the Touriga Nacional variety - the D5 Fortified Exam and how to remember the descriptions of each grape var…
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Ep 180: Latest Discoveries of the Wines of Alsace with Anne Mchale MW (Part 1)
27 mei 2024 · 48 min
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Hello, wine friends! In this episode, we journey into the Alsace wine region with the brilliant Anne Mchale, Master of Wine, and independent wine consultant and educator based in London. Anne's expertise spans across wine list design, corporate and private tastings, and innovative educational programs like her renowned course for WSET diploma students - Diplomatherapy
Sign up here:
https://annemchale.com/diplomatherapy-2024-registration/
Or get email updates:
https://annemchale.com/diploma-emails/
We'll explore the unique terroir of Alsace, its Grand Cru sites, and compare Riesling's distinct style with other renowned wine regions. Anne shares insights from her recent trip, highlighting hidden gems like the Sylvaner grape, dubbed the Cinderella grape, and the region's exciting focus on Pinot Noir.
Anne also provides invaluable tips for those studying for the challenging D3 exam.
Don't miss Anne's recommendations for top Alsace producers and must-visit places. Plus, discover the fantastic Crémants d'Alsace, a great alternative to champagne.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
05.08: How learning to speech French allowed Anne to fall into the world of wine
09.56: A wine memory at Pontet-Canet in Bordeaux who focus on biodynamic viticulture
11.48: Alsacian winemakers working more organically and biodynamically due to climate
14.20: Diplomatherapy - Anne’s membership programme to help you pass your WSET diploma
16.45: How to answer a typical D3 question: “Describe the unique terroir of Alsace and how it influences the characteristics of the wines produced there”
18.32: The climate during growing season in Alsace, the diurnal range in Grand Crus, and the cool climate
21.51: The 4 nobl…
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Ep 179: Chateau Musar - The age ability of these icon wines (Part 2)
20 mei 2024 · 48 min
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Welcome back to part 2 where we continue our discussion with Marc Hochar from the iconic Chateau Musar. In this episode, we shift our focus to the intriguing world of Chateau Musar's white wines. Marc enlightens us on the ancient grape varieties, Obaideh and Merwah, which form the backbone of these exceptional wines.
Join us as we uncover the secrets behind the longevity of Chateau Musar's whites. From discussing the optimal drinking window to cracking open a bottle of the exquisite 2017 Chateau Musar White, there's plenty to discover and savor.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
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02.17: Diving deeper into the aging of wines
04.11: Chateau Musar reds of the 1950s
11.57: Experience with Blends and blind tasting
14.30: Opening the Chateau Musar white 2017 £36 The Wine Society £36.20 Vinvm
16.47: Flavour profile ands tasting notes
20.00: Reds Vs Whites as they age
23.08: The Chateau Musar Rosé - a blend of Obaideh and Merwah
31.34: The ancient grape varieties of Obaideh and Merwah
36.23: Food Pairings and tasting notes
40.20: The future of Chateau wines
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Until next time, Cheers to you!
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Ep 178: Chateau Musar: The Icon Wines of Lebanon (Part 1)
13 mei 2024 · 48 min
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Welcome back! On today's episode, Join us as we venture into the saga of perseverance in winemaking, set against the tumultuous backdrop of 15/16 years of civil unrest. We uncover the fascinating narrative behind Chateau Musar, the revered wine of the Middle East. Our esteemed guest, Marc Hochar, from the family behind this iconic label, graciously shares their remarkable tales.
We'll delve into the legacy of Serge Hochar (Marc’s late father), a driving force behind Chateau Musar, whose unparalleled dedication earned him the prestigious title of Decanter Man of the Year. Together, we'll traverse the landscapes of Lebanon's Bekaa Valley, examining the intricate dance between climate, altitude, and organic viticulture, all shaping the unique essence of these wines.
As we sip on the 2016 Chateau Musar Red, we'll explore the nuances of volatile acidity, wild yeast, and low sulfur, delving into the winemaking philosophies that infuse each bottle with character.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
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02.27: The Mzar castle in the Historic village of Ghazir, Beirut
05.17: Toughest points of Chateau Musar’s History: Wine & War
11.34: Marc’s Grandfather: Gaston - the man who started it all
16.02: A bottle of Chateau Musar’s trip to Antarctica
17.58: Identifying Chateau Musar in a blind tasting
19.55: Characteristics of Chateau Musar
21.50: Volatile Acidity in wine and how it enhances Chateau Musar
25.29: The Winemaking process
27.53: Discussing the age potential of these wines and tasting Chateau Musar Red 2016 £31.90 Noble Grape £34.95 The Worsley Fine Wines
29.27: Discussing emotion in wine instead of fruit
31.40: Organic viticulture in the vineyards
39.49: Climate and terroir in Bekaa Val…
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Ep 177: Native white grapes of Spain (Part 1)
6 mei 2024 · 34 min
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In this really fun episode (or at least it was for me to record) we are going to dig deeper into the rich tapestry of Spain's indigenous white grape varieties. After a request for an episode on the white grapes of Spain, followed by Decanter magazine's February edition, spotlighting Spain's vibrant wine scene, I explore the nuances of some of Spain’s most interesting native whites, curated from their top scoring whites featured in the publication.
With over a hundred native grape varieties, this episode is zoning in on the lesser-known gems of Xarel·lo, Airén, Treixadura, Albillo Real, Hondarrabi Zuri, and Vijariego Blanco. And along the way, you will also discover the wine regions that they come from. Join us as we embark on a journey to uncover the essence of Spain's white wine heritage, the nation’s evolving viticultural landscape and the experimentation happening within. Enjoy!
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
4.35: Xarel·lo
Tasting The Vins Pepe Raventós, Xarel·lo Vinya del Noguer Alt 2021 £32 -34 Hedonism or Shrine to the Vine
9.35: Airén
Tasting Bodegas Garcia De Lara, Finca Villalobillos Pie Franco Airén 2019 £17.95 Drinksmith
13.35: Treixadura
Tasting Adegas Pazo do Mar the Torre do Olivar Treixadura 2021 £14.99 Strictly Wines
17.00: Albillo Real
Tasting Las Pedreras, Linarejos Vino Blanco de Assemblage 2022 £37 Salisbury Wine Store
22.31: Hondarrabi Zuri
Tasting Hiruzta Txakolina 2023 £18 Strictly Wines and Wine Republic
27.50: Vijariego Blanco
Tasting Viñátigo, Vijariego Blanco 2022 £28 Hic Wine Merchants and Strictly Wines
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Ep 176: Regenerative Viticulture with Wendy Outhwaite, Co-Founder and Winemaker at Ambriel (Part 2)
29 april 2024 · 48 min
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In part two of our discussion on regenerative viticulture, we're joined by a special guest, Wendy Outhwaite, co-founder of Ambriel nestled in the picturesque West Sussex countryside of England. Wendy, who transitioned from a career as a barrister to cultivating vineyards alongside her husband Charles, shares her personal journey of discovering the profound importance of land and soil stewardship.
Today Wendy recounts her experiences, from the initial experiment with geese in the vineyards to embracing alternative methods such as biological controls over harmful chemicals like insecticides and pesticides. Discover the surprising role dandelions and wildflowers play in nurturing vineyards and fostering biodiversity.
We'll delve into the nitty-gritty of vineyard management, exploring the nuances between tilling and hoeing, and gaining insights into what truly defines regenerative viticulture from Wendy's perspective. So, grab a glass of your favorite wine and join us for an enlightening conversation on sustainable winemaking practices and the journey towards a healthier, more vibrant ecosystem.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
02.24: From lawyer to Winemaker
06.52: Healthier soil with regenerative farming
09.16: Hoeing and tilling
13.05: Wildflowers and their contributions
17.36: Planting more trees
20.22: Weeding with Geese
24.10: What is a mulch?
26.00: Vermiculture - Earthworms
33.34: Challenges of regenerative viticulture
35.17: Wine tasting - Blanc de Noirs 2016 £36.99
43.47: Ambiel’s Demi-Sec
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Ep 175: Regenerative Viticulture with Justin Howard-Sneyd MW (Part 1)
22 april 2024 · 41 min
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In todays’ episode, join me as I chat with Justin Howard-Sneyd, a distinguished Master of Wine, wine consultant, and owner of the Domaine of the Bee winery in Roussillon. More importantly, Justin is a trustee of the Regenerative Viticulture Foundation, where he's been leading two-day courses in regenerative viticulture across the UK for the past two years.
Justin walks us through the essentials of regenerative farming, distinguishing it from organic practices and biodynamics. We'll explore the certification process in this field and dive into the debated topic of whether to till or not. The crux of these decisions lies in maximizing soil health.
Discover fascinating insights into the importance of healthy soils. Did you know that the soils in the UK alone can sequester a staggering 10 billion tonnes of carbon annually? That's equivalent to one year's worth of global human emissions! The detrimental effects of practices like tilling and heavy pesticide use on soil's carbon storage capacity highlight the urgent need for viticulturists to adopt regenerative methods.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
03.40: How Justin got into teaching Regenerative farming
08.54: The pros and cons of Tilling
12.05: The many people plough and believe it to be a positive
15.15: Toxicity of copper
17.23: Using different mulches such as sheep fleece
20.27: Work principles of regenerative farming
24.39: Regenerative certifications
30.26: Applied biodynamic practices
32.15: Soil health and resilience
33.32: Justin’s intro into Regenerative Viticulture
Do go to https://www.regenerativeviticulture.org/ to sign up to their mailing letters to find out about all events and news
Any thoughts or questions, do e…
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Ep 174: The Wines of Alto Adige - Trentino with Beatrice Bessi, Head Sommelier of Chiltern Firehouse (Part 2)
15 april 2024 · 43 min
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Welcome back to part two with Beatrice Bessi, our dedicated head sommelier. Beatrice's passion for wine shines through in every word, making her journey a delight to follow. In this episode, we delve into her experience with the Court of Master Sommelier exams, her recent Australian adventures, and her fascination with old vines. But our main focus is on the two Italian wine regions: Alto Adige and Trentino.
Picture snow-capped peaks and charming landscapes—Alto Adige sits at the crossroads of Austria and Switzerland, boasting a predominantly German-speaking population. Yet, its wines speak volumes in Italian tradition. We'll explore indigenous grape varieties like Schiava and Lagrein, and did you know? A whopping 98% of Alto Adige's wines reach at least the DOC level, a testament to its quality.
Just south lies Trentino, home to renowned sparkling wine producer Ferrari. While Trentino may be smaller, it holds its own charm, and Beatrice's fondness for the region shines bright. Join us as Beatrice shares her insights and passion, painting a vivid picture of these remarkable Italian wine destinations.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
02.26: The Court of Master Sommelier exams
09.08: The James Busby Trip through Australia
13.37: Tim Wildman and his Pet-Nats
15.52: The oldest vines of Grenache is Australia
17.33: The oldest vines of Shiraz in Australia
21.00: The regions of Alto Adige and Trentino
23.32: Schiava - the cotton candy grape
25.03: Grape variety Lagrein
29.36: Older grape varieties - Teroldego
31.44: Sweet and fortified
34.11: Tasting notes and flavour profiles
35.31: Kerner - crossover between Schiava & Riesling
36.34: Destination recommendations in Alto Adige and T…
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Ep 173: The Wines of Sicily with Beatrice Bessi, Head Sommelier of Chiltern Firehouse (Part 1)
8 april 2024 · 59 min
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On today’s episode join us as we sit down with Beatrice Bessi, an accomplished CMS advanced sommelier and head sommelier at London's prestigious Chiltern Firehouse. With two decades of hospitality expertise and accolades including the International Wine and Spirits Competition's Emerging Talent in Wine Hospitality Award, Beatrice shares her journey from Grands Jours de Bourgogne to the exclusive 67 Pall Mall private members club for wine lovers.
Today we journey into the delights of Sicilian wine, exploring native grapes like Nerello Mascalese and Nero d'avola, the volcanic soils of Mount Etna, and the allure of Passito di Pantelleria. Discover why Cerasuolo di Vittoria is poised to be this summer's standout sipper.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
02.39: Beatrice's trip to Burgundy
06.31: The Romanee Conti Vineyard
08.15: The Grands Jour de Bourgogne wine event
10.16: Working at 67 Pall Mall
13.14: Learning from the Master Sommeliers - Ronan Sayburn & Terry Kandylis
17.28: Head sommelier at Chiltern Firehouse
20.40: Guest preferences and building rapport
26.53: Grillo, Catarratto - white wines of Sicily
29.58: The volcanic soil of Mount Etna
33.07: The Carricante grape variety
38.03: The Nerello Mascalese grape variety
41.58: Nero d’Avola
44.45: Cerasuolo di Vittoria - the 2024 Summer Sipper
46.26: The single grape variety Frappato
47.58: Sicily - a leader in natural wines
52.29: Passito di Pantelleria
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Ep 172: Discovering Lirac, a Cru of the Côtes du Rhône & one of the Southern Rhône's hidden gems with Rodolphe de Pins of Château de Montfaucon
1 april 2024 · 40 min
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Welcome back! Today we journey into the Southern Rhône Valley to explore one specific cru that deserves your attention: Lirac. Join us as we uncover the hidden gems beyond the typical Côtes du Rhône, discovering the value and sustainability behind these well-priced wines. Our guest, Rodolphe de Pins, winemaker and head of Château de Montfaucon, has played a huge part in elevating the reputation of the Lirac region. He shares his journey in revitalizing his family's winery alongside breaking down the distinctive style of wines from this Cru, highlighting its unique landscape and how it intricately molds these exceptional wines. Additionally, he provides insights into the optimal times of the year to experience the wonders of this remarkable place.
Gourmet walk of Lirac Gauges on Sat 25th May is one of them. Click here to know more.
And to know more in general, here are the links that I mentioned in the episode:
https://www.vins-rhone.com/en/vineyard/appellations/lirac
https://vin-lirac.com
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
2.20: Rodolphe de Pins experience and stints around the world making wine
06.55: Returning back to Lirac, and taking over the family domaine of Château de Montfaucon
8.12: Where is Lirac and it’s size
10.20: When did Lirac became a cru
14.33: The 2500 hectares of woodlands in Lirac and how this affects the grapes
17.01: Best times to visit the old cave of Sainte Baume
18.44: Traditional food and wine pairings for Lirac wines
21.36: How does Lirac compare to Châteauneuf-du-Pape
23.32: The grapes of Lirac and grape varietal requirements in Lirac
27.01: The environmental charter in Lirac - Organic farming and sustainability
28.45: HVE certification in Lirac
31.…
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Ep 171: Wine Flavours, grapes and styles with Rob Buckhaven, Drinks Columnist for The Metro (Part 2)
25 maart 2024 · 55 min
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In part 2 of this episode, we're diving deep into the world of drinks writing, specifically exploring Rob's experiences as a drinks writer for the Metro. Ever wondered what it's like to have that coveted gig? Well, wonder no more as Rob spills the beans.
But that's not all – alongside sharing some of his latest wine discoveries, we'll also be delving into Rob's intriguing book, "The Alcorithm." This fascinating read delves into the intricate flavors and compounds found in wines, beverages, foods, and herbs, offering insights into predicting your next favorite drink or product. Get ready to expand your knowledge on various grape varieties, discover similarities between them, and uncover some surprising wine trends along the way.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
02.02: What it’s like to write for the Metro (and how he tastes all the samples)
06.10 Exploring trends: Putting wine in a blender?
08.28: Exploring trends: Rosé with a Jalapeño?
10.22: Wine in Thailand
13.26: Vinos de Invierno, the winter wines in Sao Paulo
14.00: Focus from Provence to deseasonalize Rosé
15.01: The wines from Château d'Esclans
19.29: Rob's Book, The Alcorithm. Buy at Amazon / Buy at Waterstones
21.35: Comparing Bordeaux Blends to Touriga National
24.30: Comparing Albariño to Assyrtiko
27.04: The vine training on Santorini called ‘Kouloura’.
29.23: Comparing Cabernet Franc to Mencia
32.33: Comparing Sauvignon Blanc to Bacchus
38.02: Brand Ambassador for Rathfinny, Sussex - how do you market a wine that won’t exist for another year?
40.03: Producing sparkling wine: Blending trials in the winery, clonal choices, and dosage decisions
45.33: Soil profiles in England and how they affect the flavours in th…
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Ep 170: Cava and Priorat Changes and Pre-Phylloxera varieties with Rob Buckhaven, Drinks Columnist for The Metro (Part 1)
18 maart 2024 · 46 min
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Today, we are embarking on a journey to Catalonia, Spain, guided by none other than Rob Buckhaven. You might recognize Rob as the Drinks Columnist for The Metro and author of 'The Alcorithm.' But in this episode, we're delving into his past as a brand ambassador for the renowned winery Torres.
Torres boasts a strong presence in Catalonia, particularly in regions like Conca de Barbera, Costes del Segre, Cava, and Priorat. Join us as we explore these wine regions, discussing new regulations and labeling terms within Cava and Priorat, and Torres' focus on reviving pre-phylloxera Catalonian varieties.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
2.09: Working a harvest in South Australia, adding wood chips, and destroying tanks
7.17: Working in the industry and doing a wine MBA in Bordeaux
8.51: Working for such a huge company as Torres
12.11: Cava grape variety Xarel-lo, made as still wine
14.51: The red grapes of Catalonia
15.42: Visiting Conca de Barbera
16.00: Describing the hills of Priorat and it’s magic
19.17: Why is Priorat often overlooked when quality is so high
22.24: The Noms de la Terra – new ranking system in Priorat
26.11: Old vines and sustainability in Spain
28.28: 100% Organic focus for Cava and Penedes
30.14: The changes in Do Cava with more traceability and the effect of the creation of Corpinnat
36.50: The Parajes Calificados of Cava and its Singularity
38.45: The pre-phylloxera vines that Torres is reviving
Any thoughts or questions, do email me: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk
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Ep 169: Everything you need to know about Super Tuscan wines
11 maart 2024 · 27 min
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In today's episode, I have more than your average wine story. I will be talking all about Super Tuscans: An Italian wine category created from rebellion and innovation when a group of daring winemakers decided to break all the rules, planting French grapes in Italian soil.
In the 1980s, these wines took the wine world by storm and they still are some of the most highly desirable wines in today's wine scene. So, by the end of this episode, you will know the history behind this wine style, the key players and the desirable wines, but also I will be talking about some more affordable versions too.
And you should hopefully also feel more excitement when opening up a Super Tuscan knowing it is a wine that broke all tradition, represents innovation and is a perfect blend of history and modernity.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
2.19: What is a Super Tuscan
4.39: Context on how Chianti DOC used to be and it’s regulations
7.12: Some slightly more affordable Super Tuscan options
9.30: The story of Sassicaia
13.36: The story of Tignanello
15.38: The story of Solaia
16.28: Why is Tignanello considered the first Super Tuscan when it was made after Sassicaia?
17.37: The story of Ornellaia
20.14: The story of Masseto
21.25: What affect have the Super Tuscans had and how have they shaped Tuscany?
Any thoughts or questions, do email me: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk
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Until next time, Cheers to you!
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Ep 168: The Regions of the Southern Rhône with Stage 2 MW student Anna Spooner (Part 2)
4 maart 2024 · 43 min
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In today's episode, we continue our adventure into the region of Southern Rhône with Stage two Master of Wine student, Anna Spooner, who has immersed herself in Southern Rhône living.
This episode zeroes in on the intricacies of Côtes du Rhône, Côtes du Rhône Villages, and the Crus—unraveling the mysteries behind these classifications. Our spotlight falls on the renowned Cru, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, as we draw comparisons to Gigondas. Exploring the intriguing Ventoux region, a rising star in the Southern Rhône, becomes a focal point of our discussion.
Anna shares insights into lesser-known areas, guiding us to hidden gems where exceptional value can be discovered and suggesting must-visit destinations.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
02.06: Why Northern Rhône is different to Southern Rhône
06.01: The 10 Crus in Southern Rhône
09.27: Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the most famous Cru
12.45: Gigondas vs. Châteauneuf-du-Pape
14.40: Vacqueyras region and growing conditions
18.53: Anna’s tours in the Rhône region
21.30: Wines in Mont Ventoux
26.41: The search for value in Southern Rhône
30.47: Séguret, the most beautiful village the Southern Rhône Valley
34.25: Travel itinerary to the Rhône Valley
Any thoughts or questions, do email me: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk
Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat
If you fancy watching some videos on my youtube channel: Eat Sleep Wine Repeat
Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk
Until next time, Cheers to you!
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Ep 167: The Grapes of the Southern Rhône with Stage 2 MW student Anna Spooner (Part 1)
26 februari 2024 · 55 min
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On todays’ episode, we sit down with Stage 2 Master of Wine student, Anna Spooner, who has recently made the move to the Southern Rhône. In this episode, our focus shifts to the grape varieties that thrive in this region, with Châteauneuf-du-Pape boasting a remarkable 13 permitted varieties. While Grenache is a familiar name, ever heard of Counoise or Terret Noir?
But before we chat about the details of these lesser-known grapes, the first half of the episode is dedicated to exploring Anna's wine journey. From her experiences at Freixenet, one of the largest Cava producers, to her eye opening experiences with Tablas Creek, in Paso Robles (Pioneers of the California Rhone movement) and the captivating story of Basilisco in the Campania region, we delve into the influences that have shaped Anna's path.
We not only unveil the secrets of Southern Rhône's grape varieties but also paint a vivid picture of Anna's rich and diverse experiences in the world of wine. From the renowned to the hidden gems, this promises a delightful exploration of both wine and the fascinating individuals who bring it to life.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
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02.19: Working with Freixenet in Penedes, Barcelona
04.20: Discussing how to market Cava in the way that Prosecco achieved
06.03: Wine educating with Jimmy (His episodes on this podcast: Ep 123: Jura Region and Ep 124: Wines of Tenerife)
08.12: Anna winning the The Decanter Online Wine Experience Awards whilst working for The Wine Society
10.08: Virtual wine events hosted by The Wine Society on You Tube including The legendary Chateau Musar. You can watch HERE
11.57: Anna’s own video series online (coming soon). You will be able to watch HERE
14.25: What i…
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Ep 166: The story of wine grape Barbera with Norbert Reinisch, Export Manager of Braida Winery (Part 2)
19 februari 2024 · 51 min
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Today in Part 2 of our conversation with Norbert Reinisch from Braida Winery. We now journey into the fascinating world of Barbera, the grape variety that has seen a revolution due to Braida’s founder, Giacomo Bologna who believed in this grape when so many others had pigeon holed it as ‘just for cheap wine production’. His dedication to experiment and innovate with barriques has led to their flagship wine Bricco dell’Uccelone being one of the most famous Barberas being made.
By the end of this episode, you'll acquire a nuanced understanding of its bright acidity, lush fruit notes, and the diverse expressions it unveils. We navigate through the regions where Barbera thrives and gain insights into its slightly checkered history – a narrative that adds layers to its story and deepens our appreciation for the profound connection between Braida Winery and Barbera.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
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02.14: The story of the Barbera grape variety
06.38: The flagship Bricco dell’Uccellone and how it changed opinions
09.59: Styles of Barbera
11.40: Growing and harvesting Barbera and the changes with global warming
14.12: Differences between Barbera d’Asti and Barbera d’Alba
16.57: Flavours and aromas of Barbera
19.30: Discussing Barbera d’Asti Montebruna, it’s label and it’s connection to The famous Incisa della Rocchetta family (connected to Sassicaia)
22.58: Tasting the Barbera d’Asti Montebruna 2020 £20.75 Field & Fawcett
25.34: Evolution of Barbera as it matures
28.08: Discussing and tasting the flagship Bricco dell’Ucellone 2020 £57.30 Field & Fawcett
33.59: Discussing and tasting the Bricco della Bigotta 2019 £64 Tanners
34.00: Barbera in different wine glasses
38.20: Food pairings…
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Ep 165: The perfect Valentines Day Wine Brachetto d'Acqui with Norbert Reinisch, Export Manager of Braida winery (Part 1)
12 februari 2024 · 46 min
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Join us in the exploration of the perfect elixir for love – Brachetto d'Acqui. In this episode, we uncork the secrets of this sparkling red gem hailing from the enchanting hills of Piedmont, Italy. Known as the quintessential love wine, Brachetto d'Acqui sets the stage for passion and romance.
Our guide on this journey is none other than Norbert Reinisch from Braida Winery. Together, we not only explore the nuances of this beautiful, frothy, sweet wine but also delve into the world of Moscato d'Asti. These wines, unequivocally the happiest in the world, promise to elevate your senses and add a touch of joy to your wine-loving soul. If you haven't experienced the magic of Brachetto d'Acqui and Moscato d'Asti, consider this your invitation to a world of unparalleled delight.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
02.01: The wine Bricco dell’Ucellone, Braida’s flagship Barbera
06.43: Wine production and exports in Braida
12.11: The city of Asti
16.47: The beauty of Piedmont
19.42: The style and flavours of Brachetto d'Acqui
24.40: Perfect food pairing for Brachetto d’Acqui
31.05: The production process of Brachetto d'Acqui
35.39: Wine glass preferences and perfect temperature for Brachetto d'Acqui
37.17: Moscato d'Asti - everything you need to know.
42.40: Perfect food pairing for Moscato d’Asti
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Ep 164: The wines of Ribera del Duero with Master of Wine Tim Atkin (Part 2)
5 februari 2024 · 43 min
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Join us for Part 2 with Master of Wine Tim Atkin. Following our exploration of the Rioja region in the previous episode, we now turn our attention to the renowned Ribera del Duero. Tim recently unveiled his comprehensive report on this dynamic area, and he shares insights into what makes it so distinctive and prestigious. While Tempranillo takes center stage, we delve into an even older grape variety – Albillo Mayor, a parent of Tempranillo.
Additionally Tim reveals the intricacies of composing his wine reports, shedding light on the meticulous process of tasting, evaluating, and ultimately assigning rankings to wineries and wines.
To download Tim’s latest report on Ribera del Duero click here.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
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02.37: Ribera del Duero Report
04.56: How time tastes wine and rates wineries
8.47: Sneak preview into some of Tim’s winners of best winery/winemaker of 2023
10.21: Pricing guides of Ribera wines
12.42: Vega Sicilia
17.58: Growing Tempranillo and the extreme conditions in Ribera del Duero
20.25: Castilla y León - the heart of old Castile
22.08: The other red grape varieties of Ribera del Duero
23.50: Albillo Mayor - the white grape variety
28.33: Recommendation on where to visit and where to stay in Ribera del Duero
31.35: Soria - region with 200 year old vines
35.33: Quick fire fun round
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Ep 163: The wines of Rioja with Master of Wine Tim Atkin (Part 1)
29 januari 2024 · 48 min
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In today's episode, we're joined by the renowned Master of Wine, Tim Atkin, in a long-anticipated conversation that uncorks the world of wine. Tim, known for his wit, expertise, and global wine adventures, takes us on a journey through the vineyards of Rioja. With anecdotes from his experiences and a touch of humor, Tim shares insights into his upcoming event on February 13th, featuring a lineup of Rioja's finest winemakers and their exceptional creations. Join us for an engaging discussion on Rioja's terroir, grape varieties, and Tim's personal take on the region. Get ready to savor the flavors and stories behind the wines that captivate Tim Atkin's discerning palate.
Explore the essence of Rioja even further by downloading Tim Atkin's comprehensive 2023 Rioja Special Report. Delve into the intricacies of the region's wines, vineyards, and Tim's expert opinions. Don't miss this chance to deepen your appreciation for Rioja's rich wine culture. Grab your report here and enhance your wine knowledge with Tim's unparalleled insights.
Secure your spot to taste the best of Rioja wines at Tim Atkin's upcoming event on February 13th! You can purchase your tickets here
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
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04.43: First wine article published
07.08: Tradition and innovation in the Tokaj region
15.45: The best of Rioja Wine event
19.00: Climatic differences between Rioja regions
23.46: Previous reports on wine regions
26.30: Vineyards in Chile
29.42: Laguardia, Elciego and Labastida - great wine towns of Rioja
32.35: San Vicente de la Sonsierra
34.12: To the east - Rioja Oriental
37.11: The white grapes of Rioja: Viura, Malvasia and white Garnacha
40.00: The myth of Rioja wines
43.45: Stemmed…
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Ep 162: Wine & Wellness - Healthy dishes with perfect wine pairings
22 januari 2024 · 37 min
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Happy New Year, and welcome back to the first episode of 2024. As the new year brings around a focus on a better version of ourselves, I decided to put together an episode with a little more of a health and wellness focus. So I’ll be recommending a non alcoholic sparkling wine alternative for anyone wanting to lower their units, and then I have put together 10 different healthy dishes, and I've paired them with a selection of wines. I'm also going to explain to you why these combinations work. And at the end of each dish, I'll give you a specific wine that I've tried last year and loved and can highly recommend.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
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2.55: Wild Idol – a sparkling wine alternative (zero alcohol) £30 Ocado
Perfect wine pairings for:
7.00: A Rainbow salad
9.20: An Avocado and Black bean salad
12.41: A Ceasar salad
15.25: Hummus, crudities, olives and stuffed vines leaves
17.22: Grilled Portobello mushroom caps, quinoa and spinach
20.11: Vegetable stirfry
22.50: Sweet potato and lentil stew
25.25: Sushi
28.25: Baba Ganoush and a tabouli salad
31.30: Roasted garlic and herb cauliflower steak
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Ep 161 Tokaji Aszú The sweet wines of Tokaj with Zoltán Kovács, Winery Director for Royal Tokaji (Part 2)
18 december 2023 · 47 min
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Director Zoltán Kovács from Royal Tokaji Winery joins us for Part Two of our journey, unraveling the nuances between Late Harvest wines, the five and six Puttonyos varieties, and the extraordinary Essencia—an ultra-rare and intensely sweet wine. Discover why Essencia, with its concentration that takes years to ferment, is hailed as one of the world's most luxurious and unique wines.
Tune in for an insightful exploration of these exquisite wines that promise to make your festivities even more memorable. Cheers to a sweet ending and a sparkling new beginning!
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
And note this is the last episode of the year. I will be back again on Monday 22nd January.
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If you want to skip ahead:
3.11: Why is Tokaji referred to as the Wine of Kings
6.16: What is Noble rot (Botrytis Cinerea)?
11.25: Does Late Harvest use grapes affected by Noble rot?
17.01: The third grape of Tokaji: Sárga Muskotály
19.19: Tasting the Royal Tokaji Late Harvest 2018 Majestic £11.99* Mix 6
20.45: Removing 3 and 4 puttonyos and what this means in terms of sugar levels
23.13: Producing Tokaji Aszú
25.30: What is Essencia and how is it made?
29.28: What does Puttonyos mean?
32.36: The difference between the Royal Tokaji 5 Puttonyos and 6 Puttonyos
33.58: Tasting the Royal Tokaji 5 Puttony…
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Ep 160 Furmint and the dry wines of Tokaji with Zoltán Kovács, Winery Director for Royal Tokaji (Part 1)
11 december 2023 · 42 min
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Join us in this episode as we journey through the vineyards of Hungary with Zoltán Kovács, the Winery Director of Royal Tokaji. While renowned for their Botrytized sweet wines, today, we're shifting gears to delve into the world of still wines. Zoltán shines a spotlight on Hungary's main white grape, the iconic Furmint, unraveling its unique flavors and the rich tales it tells in every bottle.
But our exploration doesn't stop at Furmint; we'll also uncover the charms of other Hungarian white grapes, including the delightful Hárslevelű. Learn about the Tokaji region's climate, geography, and the stories woven into its terroir. Before we dive into the sweetness of Royal Tokaji's renowned Botrytized wines, let's savor the complexities of Hungary's still wines.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
04.59: Tokaji V Tokaj
06.46: Climate and terroir in Tokaj, Hungary
10.05: Challenges of being a Tokaji Winemaker
16.23: The Furmint grape variety
17.18: Tasting Royal Tokaji 'Dry Tokaji' 2021 £9.99* Mix 6 Majestic
23.45: Tasting the Royal Tokaji Dulovalogatas Vineyard Selection 2017 $25 Redwaggonshope.com
25.31: Acidity - the Furmint signature component
27.58: Terroir of Mézes Mály in Tarcal
29.50: Tasting the Royal Tokaji Mézes Mály 2018 £24.95 Cellar Door Wines
32.52: Food pairings with Furmint Wines
35.36: The Hárslevelű grape variety
37.21: Tasting the Royal Tokaji Hárslevelű 2019 £24.95 Cellar Door Wines
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Ep 159: The Ten Crus of Beaujolais with Dan Farrell-Wright, Founder of Wickhams Wine Merchants (Part 2)
4 december 2023 · 44 min
Join us for Part 2 of our wine adventure as we delve deeper into the enchanting world of Beaujolais. Guided by Dan, founder of Wickhams Wines and this seasons’ sponsor, who's earned the prestigious Decanter Retailer Award. In this episode, we unravel the intricacies of the 10 Crus of Beaujolais, experiencing French wine in all its glory. Pour a glass, tune in, and let's uncover the magic of Beaujolais together. Lees meer
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If you want to skip ahead:
01.51: AOC Beaujolais grapes
05.12: The 10 Crus of Beaujolais
06.20: Saint Amour
08.07: Juliénas
09.04: Chénas
13.20: Moulin-à-Vent
16.31: Fleurie
18.55: Chirouble
21.02: Morgon
25.58: Régnié
28.07: Tasting Clos du Vieux Bourg “Croix Penet" Régnié 2021
31.04: Brouilly
32.40: Côte de Brouilly
34.16: Tasting the Domaine de Mont Joly La Pointe 2018
39.48: Jean-Baptiste Bachevillier , the winemaker
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Ep 158: Beaujolais Nouveau Day with Dan Farrell-Wright, Founder of Wickhams Wine Merchants (Part 1)
27 november 2023 · 51 min
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In this episode, we're joined by a special guest, Dan, the owner of Wickhams Wines—our esteemed sponsor for this season. We'll be delving into Beaujolais Nouveau Day, exploring the rich tradition and uncovering the history behind this vibrant wine celebrated every third Thursday of November.
Discover the unique characteristics of Beaujolais Nouveau, its distinct flavor profile, and why it holds a special place in the hearts of wine enthusiasts globally. As we navigate through the essence of this youthful wine, Dan shares his seasoned expertise, providing valuable insights into what makes Beaujolais Nouveau a standout in the world of wines.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
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04.06: Dominic - the former president of Vin de Beaujolais.
06.30: Ordering wines with Wickhams wines
09.20: Wickham Wines 100% confidence Guarantee
12.36: Beaujolais Nouveau wines
15.09: Georges Duboeuf - referred to as the pope of Beaujolais
18.25: Quantity Vs Quality
21.10: Cécile Dardenelli, a wine maker of Domaine Bel Avenir Beaujolais Villages Nouveau
24.05: Beaujolais Nouveau tasting notes
28.10: History of Gamay Noir á Jus Blanc
31.05: Geography of Beaujolais
35.03: AOC Beaujolais - mechanization and more efficient vineyard systems
39.41: Aging Beaujolais Nouveau
41.35: Beaujolais Nouveau food pairings
44.02: Bistros in Lyon
46.28: Traveling to Lyon
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Ep 157: The wines and grapes of the Veneto wine region, Italy, with Wine Communicator Luma Monteiro (Part 2)
20 november 2023 · 37 min
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Today we have Part 2 of our conversation with the wine communicator, Luma Monteiro. After our exciting exploration of Brazilian wines last week, today's focus is on the iconic Valpolicella, Amarone, and Soave wines from northeastern Italy. Dive into the differences between Valpolicella, Valpolicella Ripasso, and Amarone della Valpolicella, all crafted from the Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara grape varieties. Uncover the history and discovery of Recioto and Amarone, both born from the Appassimento method, and appreciate the elegance of Soave- a white wine made from the Garganega grape.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
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01.47: Visiting the Veneto Region in Italy
02.46: The Emerging Talent Wine Communicator award
05.07: Trying all the wines In Verona
06.08: Veneto red wines and the Corvina grape
09.42: Chiaretto: Rosé wine from Bardolino
11.08: The Bardolino wine region
13.14: The Valpolicella wine region
16.12: Amarone Wine
21.32: Valpolicella Ripasso
23.37: Palazzo della Torre from Allegrini
25.01: The Garganega grape and Soave Wines
29.54: Producers of Soave wine
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Ep 156: Wines of Brazil with Wine Communicator Luma Monteiro (Part 1)
13 november 2023 · 45 min
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Today's episode I am taking you on a journey through the sun-kissed landscapes and burgeoning vineyards of Brazil. My guest, wine communicator Luma Monteiro, is a Brazilian native, so we are in safe hands as she tells us her stories and takes us through the wine regions and styles. Luma was the winner of The IWSC Emerging Talent Wine Communicator of the Year 2023 award and was also featured this year in the Top 100 Most Influential People in Drinks by Drinks Retailing.
In this episode you will learn about the new DOs, an incredible new technique to invert the vines to produce fruit in the winter, It's called Vinhos de Inverno. Luma will suggest the region in which you must visit, and lots of wines for you to try to truly understand the quality of Brazilian wines.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
2.36: Learning about wines in Brazil
4.47: The wine culture in Brazil and how it has changed
6.30: Moscato d’asti style wines
9.30: First top producers of Brazil to possibly try
10.35: Brazilian wine tasting with Tim Atkin MW
15.06: Where are the wine regions of Brazil
19.10: The Dupla Poda wines (Vinhos de Inverno) in the South East of Brazil
25.11: The new DO Altos de Pinot Bandeira
28.46: The grape variety Teroldego
30.14: Other varieties planted
32.09: The sparkling wine styles
33.08: 2-3 day wine itinerary for visiting the Vale dos Vinhedos wine region
37.00: Peterlongo Champagne
38.30: Visting Miolo
(You can listen to Episode 29 with the Brand Ambassador of Miolo HERE)
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Ep 155: The birthplace of Prosecco: Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG
6 november 2023 · 37 min
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Today's episode is about the birthplace of Prosecco: Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG. I recently visited a month ago and I have been dying to tell you all about this most enchanting wine region. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, a place of heroic viticulture, and SO much more than just fun and fruity fizz. I will be telling you all about my discoveries there, and a deep dive into why the wine tastes different here.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
1.10: UNESCO World Heritage Site
2.05: Ciglioni – the terraced hills
4.45: The correct name or the appellation and the wine, and how you can shorten it
6.05: Comparing Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG to Prosecco DOV
9.25: The terroir and climate of this region
11.30: The 43 Rive’s and the grand Cru – Cartizze
14.51: The grape Glera
16.21: The Martinotti method (tank/charmat method)
18.25: How wine is made in this region
22.53: Sui Lieviti – the traditional way to make wine here
2.42: Where to stay and where to eat
30.05: Activities, and wineries to visit
34.15: Sustainability and the Bee Project
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Ep 154: Where to start with the Languedoc region, France with WSET wine educator Sam Povey (Part 2)
30 oktober 2023 · 34 min
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Today we have our Part two with wined educator Sam Povey, who begins to uncover the jewels of the Languedoc region in the south of France. Sam shares his experiences and recommendations for the best places to visit and wines to try in this diverse and exciting region. With a rich history in wine production, Languedoc has evolved from being known for cheap wine into a region that's investing in quality, embracing modern practices, and producing wines that compete on the world stage. This episode provides a glimpse into the 220,000 hectares of vineyards, Mediterranean landscapes, historic cities like Carcassonne and Nîmes, and the influence of various winds on the region. Sam highlights the diverse grape varieties found in Languedoc, from Syrah and Grenache Noir to Grenache Blanc and Viognier.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
05.08: Down to the Languedoc Region
07.49: Faugères and the geography of Languedoc
09.54: The growing conditions in Languedoc
12.35: Picpoul de Pinet
15.17: Sparkling wine
18.19: Blanquette de Limoux - the traditional method of sparkling wine
22.17: Limoux white oak requirements
24.17: Terrasses du Larzac
25.53: Mas de Daumas Gassac
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Ep 153: Trading Yellow Tail Shiraz to one of the world’s most expensive wines in the world Domaine de la Romanée-Conti with WSET wine educator Sam Povey (Part 1)
23 oktober 2023 · 48 min
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On Today’s episode we have a fascinating conversation with Sam Povey, a celebrated WSET wine educator hailing from London's Bermondsey School. Named one of Harper's 30 under 30, Sam is renowned for his captivating Instagram stories @Sampovey.wine. We dive into the historical intrigue of Burgundy, where a 14th-century duke's ingenious scheme led to the dominance of Pinot Noir. But the real gem of this episode is Sam's personal odyssey, as he trades up from everyday supermarket wines to the world's most exquisite bottles. You'll hear about unique wines like the full-bodied Egri Bikaver from Hungary, New Zealand's top Pinot Noir producers, and Bordeaux's hidden treasures. Prepare to be inspired and educated!
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
03.04: How Sam got into Wine
05.38: Sam teaching for the WSET Wine School
08.11: Recreating a Roman style wine
11.26: Demi Skipper traded her way from a bobby pin to a house
13.04: Blind Tasting with Yellow Tail Shiraz
15.18: The fallible human memory
18.41: Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (DRC) and their history
24.04: Different vineyards of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
25.28: 1 Velo Pour 2, Maison Bertrand Rache, Vin de France
27.25: Egri Bikaver (the story of ‘Bulls Blood’) and Olaszrizling, Hungary
30.35: Benjamin Passot, Juliénas, Beaujolais
33.33: The Arches from Blackbook winery, England
36.11: Pierre Yves Colin Morey Bourgogne
38.10: Pegasus Bay, Primadonna Pinot Noir, Canterbury, New Zealand
42.36: L’if, St Emillion, made by the producer of Le Pin, Pomerol, Bordeaux
44.20: Chateau Montrose, 2nd Growth from Bordeaux
Any thoughts or questions, do email me: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk
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Ep 152: The English Wine Movement with Henry Jeffreys, author of Vines in a cold climate (Part 2)
16 oktober 2023 · 46 min
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Today we have part 2 with Henry Jeffreys, where we dig deeper into his book, ‘Vines in a Cold Climate” We also delve into the story of Peter Hall, the mastermind behind Breaky Bottom winery nestled in the picturesque South Downs of Sussex. Established in 1974, this winery has a rich history rooted in a time when Chardonnay and Pinot Noir weren't in the limelight, and Seyval Blanc was the star grape variety. I will also be opening up a bottle of the 2015 Seyval Blanc Brut which is the Cuvée Jack Pike, and speaking more about it!
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
1.18: Talking and Tasting the Breaky Bottom Seybal Blanc ‘Jack Pike’ Brut 2015 £36 mix 6 Wickhams Wines
06.33: Plumpton college
09.19: The South Downs English Wine Bar at Gatwick South
11.28: Piwi’s - The German Varieties
14.15: Wines GFE: Good for the England
16.32: The problem with German Varieties
18.09: Blackbook wines
20.04: Fun Wine labels (Lost in a Field) and English ‘Cult wines’ (Charlie Herring Riesling)
24.24: Organic Wine growing in England
27.45: Henry’s hardest chapter to write
30.37: The Champagne method vs Prosecco method
34.28: English Vineyard and tourism
36.08: Bob Lindo, the salesman and winemaker
39.04: Vineyards in Essex
Any thoughts or questions, do email me: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk
Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat
If you fancy watching some videos on my youtube channel: Eat Sleep Wine Repeat
Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk
Until next time, Cheers to you!
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Ep 151: The English Wine Movement with Henry Jeffreys, author of Vines in a cold climate (Part 1)
9 oktober 2023 · 43 min
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On today's episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with the incredible Henry Jeffreys, a renowned writer and speaker. With an extensive background in the world of wine, Henry has graced the airwaves of BBC Radio Four and Five, served as the wine critic for The Lady, and been featured in reputable publications like The Spectator and The Guardian. Notably, he was honored with the Drinks Writer of the Year award by Fortnum and Mason in the previous year. Henry has also penned notable books such as ‘The Home Bar’ and ‘The Cocktail Dictionary.’
We delve deep into his latest literary offering, ‘Vines in a Cold Climate,’ a book that was recently released this year and is readily available on Amazon. Henry has generously narrated the audiobook version himself, making it an excellent choice for those on the go or simply looking to immerse themselves in the narrative. ‘Vines in a Cold Climate’ offers a compelling exploration of the English wine revolution, spotlighting the remarkable individuals driving this transformation. Tune in as we unravel the fascinating insights and narratives within this captivating work.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
04.26: Why write this book on english wine?
06.45: Make the wine about the people
08.23: Henry’s unique wine related experiences
10.24: Going down to Oastbrooke
12.31: Tibetan singing bowls and drinking wine
14.22: Trip to the Mosel
16.26: Henry’s first English Wines
18.20: Adding grape juice to wine in the 1970s
20.00: Peter Hall working with Karl Heinz Johner
24.45: The first commercial Vintage of Nyetimber
27.17: Sandy Moss and Mike Roberts visiting Champagne
29.05: Henry and blind tasting
30.38: Champagnes’ expensive vineyard prices
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Ep 150: Wine Experiences with Amelia Singer, wine educator and communicator (Part 2)
2 oktober 2023 · 36 min
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Today we have part 2 of our chat with Amelia Singer. In this episode we're digging deeper into Amelia's extensive wine journey, her valuable insights, and her intriguing collaboration with Concha y Toro, the Chilean wine powerhouse. Amelia shares her experiences, opinions on the wine world, and offers some invaluable wine advice. Additionally, discover the fascinating wine region of Limari as inspired by Amelia's unique collaboration.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% of your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
01.17: The wine region, Limari
04.05: Amelias’ Concha Y Toro project
07.36: Janina working for a Chilean Winery
09.21: Amelia chairing for Oz Clarke and Jancis Robinson
11.12: South African Wines
13.34: Learning about wine tasting
17.22: Kanye West and Spanish Wine
23.15: Amelias’ wine courses
25.22: Ordering wine with food
27.09: Jancis Robinson wine glasses
28.36: The Wine Bible, by Karen McNeil
29.30: What wine would you be?
31.24: #whitewineglassemoji
ALSO, Amelia is launching her very own podcast on the 8th of November, sign up for the newsletter now to be notified the second it does! You can sign up here
You can also follow her on Instagram @amelias_wine
Any thoughts or questions, do email me: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk
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Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk
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Ep 149: Wines of Austria with Amelia Singer, wine educator and communicator (Part 1)
25 september 2023 · 46 min
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Today is part 1 with Amelia Singer, an international award-winning wine educator and communicator. In this episode, we're diving headfirst into the enchanting realm of Austrian wines. Together, we'll explore the three red grape varieties: Zweigelt, Blaufränkisch, and Sankt Laurent, as well as the revered white grape, Grüner Veltliner. Tune in as we delve into the unique characteristics of each grape and learn about Amelia's Austrian escapades, her experiences at the Vienna Wine Fair, and engaging wine-filled anecdotes. It's a delightful blend of knowledge, travel stories, and of course, a lot of wine talk. Stay tuned for an invigorating and insightful conversation that will surely leave you craving more!
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection!
If you want to skip ahead:
02.49: Why are we doing Austrian wine
04.16: Amelia’s experience at the Vienna Wine fair
06.01: Vienna is a wine region
09.51: Amelia's dad, her CEO
11.31: Janina’s trip to Vienna
14.44: The Rotgipfler grape variety
18.18: Wickhams wines
20.18: Grüner Veltliner
21.31: Steinfeder, Federspiel and Smaragd (Vinea Wachau’s quality trademarks)
23.15: Lenz Moser, the winemaker making wine in China
28.30: No food traditions without wine
29.56: Zweigelt, a crossing of Blaufränkisch and Sankt Laurent
33.29: Tasting notes and aromas of Zweigelt
34.28: Amelia’s wine trip to Romania (see below for links to podcasts on Romanian wine)
35.31: Tasting notes, aromas and tannins of Blaufränkisch
38.25: Decent and reasonably priced wines in Austria
41.10: Sweet wines of Austria
43.50: Austrian Premium red wines
Below you will find links to part 1 and part 2 of the episodes on Romanian Wines:
Ep 121: Wines of Romania with Philip Cox, Owner of Cramele Recas (Part 1)
Ep 122: Wines of Romania with Philip Cox, Owne…
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Ep 148: Your three day itinerary around Rias Baixas: The land of Albariño
18 september 2023 · 54 min
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WE ARE BACK WITH SEASON 4. And I am going to take you on a three-day trip around Rias Baixas. We will be looking at the food, the regions, the grapes, the vine training methods and the beaches you can visit. I hope this episode will motivate you to go and visit this lusciously green area, and have you reaching for a refreshing bottle of Albariño.
Introducing my sponsor for this season, Wickhams Wine, who aligns so well with me. A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. With their help, I am going to be able to turn this podcast from a one women band to a team that will be able to help me grow this podcast. Do go and explore their online site to get your hands on some seriously well-chosen wines.
If you want to skip ahead:
3.39: Why visit Rias Baixas
5.38: The location and terroir
8.01: Visiting Santiago de Compostela
11.21: Visiting Martin Codax in Val do Salnes
15.11: The plantings and average winery size
17.40: Different styles of Albariño and pairing Lias wines with Cebreiro cheese
21.00: Late harvest and Botrytis Albariño wines – what is Botrytis?
24.17: Rias Baixas – the women’s land!
27.19: Cambados for lunch
29.14: Visiting Pazo Baion in Val do Salnes
34.48: A must visit: Combarro
37.18: Local food of Galicia
38.01: Beach recommendations
41.05: Visiting Adega Entre Os Rios (a rural stay as well as a winery)
48.15: The grape variety Reposa
51.55: The 5 subregions
52.58: The other grapes of Rias Baixias
If you like this style of episode and want to listen to more itineraries when I visit wine regions, get in touch and let me know by email janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk
Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat
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Until next time, Cheers to you!
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Ep 147: The wine grapes of England and WineGB stats with Head Winemaker Fergus Elias of Balfour Winery
17 juli 2023 · 57 min
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Todays episode is the last episode of Season 3. I’ll be back again in September. I am speaking with my head winemaker of Balfour Winery, Fergus Elias, who is back for the second time. If you missed the first episode go back to Episode 106. We will be talking about one of our very special white wines, part of the Winemakers collection. It's called Cinque Ports 2019, made up with five grape varieties and it just won Gold at the WineGB Awards 2023. Then we will be looking at the latest stats released from WineGB and discussing the majority of grape varieties and new plantings to be found across England and Wales.
If you want to skip ahead:
3.50: Opinions of the best red grapes to safelty plant in UK excluding Pinot Noir.
10.00: The advantages and disadvantages of being a winemaker in England
13.00: If Ferg wasn’t a winemaker in England, which region of the world would he work in and why?
14.11: Thoughts on PGI’s, PDO’s and Grand Cru vineyards in UK
19.02: How Bacchus used to be made and how winemaking has changed with this variety
25.02: Discussing and tasting The Balfour, Winemakers Collection Cinque Ports 2019 £40 Balfour Cellar Door
35.02: What does Arbanne and Petit Meslier taste like?
42.41: The new plantings of the UK
47.07: Number of vineyards, wineries and hectarage in UK
50.16: Clone 76 Chardonnay
53.34: Run down of the main varieties planted in UK
And if the podcast isn't enough....
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Until next time, Cheers to you!
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Ep 146: Cheese and Wine pairings with Jess Summer, Founder of Mouse and Grape (Part 2)
10 juli 2023 · 44 min
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Today is part 2 with Jess Summer, founder of Mouse and Grape, a luxury cheese and wine hamper company in the UK. We'll be looking at pairings to go with aged cheese, more challenging cheeses. What happens if you start adding the accompaniments like honey or nuts or fruit? We'll be looking at what cheeses go best with traditional method sparkling wine, so that of England. We'll be looking at the temperature that you should serve your cheese at. When do you take it out of the fridge? And there will also be some nice pairings to go with cheesy dishes because heating the cheese or melting the cheese can change the dynamic.
If you want to skip ahead:
1.52: Jess winning Harpers 30 under 30
3.15: Taking part in Young Cheese Monger of the Year competition.
6.14: What wines pair well with aged cheese
10.39: Pairings for Comte
13.06: Pairing Oaked Chardonnays
15.12: Pairing blue cheese and Dolcelatte
19.04: Adding accompaniments to the cheese and how that affects the pairing with the wine
23.53: Pairing oaked Rosé
28.54: Saint Nectaire and Pinot Noir
29.20: Fourme d’Ambert and a Languedoc blend or a lighter noble rot dessert wine
31.23: Rachel/Quickes/Ticklemore with Albariño, Rosé or a high acidic white Italian wine
33.06: Keens Chedder with Monastrell or Tannat
34.56: Perfect cheese pairings with Traditional Method Sparkling wine like English Wine
37.39: Pizza pairing and baked feta pasta and wine pairings
Last episode I was trying the Summer Cheese and Wine Picnic Hamper £65
If you want to Visit Jess' website: https://www.mouseandgrape.com/
And you can email her: info@mouseandgrape.com
And if the podcast isn't enough....
Fancy watching some videos on my youtube channel: Eat Sleep Wine Repeat
Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk
Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat or on email: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk
Until next time, Cheers to you!
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Ep 145: Cheese and Wine pairings with Jess Summer, Founder of Mouse and Grape (Part 1)
3 juli 2023 · 49 min
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Today is part 1 with Jess Summer, founder of Mouse and Grape, a luxury cheese and wine hamper company in the UK, and we will be going through her summer hamper which includes canned wines from the Canned Wine Co. We will be looking at the pairings and what process she goes through when deciding what wines she should pair with cheeses, how to taste cheese and wine correctly, and the specific order. You'll learn about storing cheese, the art of cutting cheese up properly. Throughout there will be plenty of perfect pairings mentioned. And Jess will inspire with her story. She is a perfect example of starting from scratch. If you're following your passions, you will achieve success.
If you want to skip ahead:
2.33: How was Mouse and Grape created?
5.45: Studying in wine and cheese
7.33: Cutting cheese correctly
9.07: Storing cheese
12.00: How to taste wine and cheese together
15.03: Discussing how the wines were chosen to go with the cheeses in the Summer Cheese and Wine Picnic Hamper £65
16.41: Pairing The Canned Wine Co Barrel Aged Verdejo with Westcombe Cheddar
23.18: Other wines to go with Chedder
26.05: Pairing The Canned Wine Co Gruner Veltliner with Taleggio
34.05: How lactose changes when cheese ages
36.10: Pairing The Canned Wine Co St Laurent no 4 with Winchester Gouda style hard cheese
39.53: Judging at The British Cheese Awards
Visit Jess' website: https://www.mouseandgrape.com/
And email her: info@mouseandgrape.com
And if the podcast isn't enough....
Fancy watching some videos on my youtube channel: Eat Sleep Wine Repeat
Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk
Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat or on email: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk
Until next time, Cheers to you!
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Ep 144: Old Vines – Why are they so special?
26 juni 2023 · 21 min
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Today I am talking about Old vines. We will touch on what actually are old vines, where in the world regions are actually classifying specific vines and how old they actually have to be. What is the significance of old vines culturally and genetically? How they can help us in the future, the stories that they hold and how the flavour of the wines that come from old vines are different. And my deeper discovery into this was at Feudi di San Gregorio, an incredible winery in Irpinia within Campania in Italy. So I’ll give you more details on visiting them too.
If you want to skip ahead:
1.54: What are old vines and which regions around the world have classifications for these
3.48: The 200 year old vines of Feudi di San Gregorio
7.14: The genetic adaptions of old vines
9.49: The deeper root systems of old vines
11.21: Flavours of wine from old vines
13.17: The nostalgia of old vines
15.36: The Old Vine Conference ( www.oldvines.org or on IG @ouroldvines )
16.16: Jancis Robinson Old Vine Register ( https://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/jancis-robinson-old-vines-register )
17.42: Planning a holiday to stay at the country house of Feudi di San Gregorio
And if the podcast isn't enough....
Fancy watching some videos on my youtube channel: Eat Sleep Wine Repeat
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Until next time, Cheers to you!
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Ep 143: Criolla grape varieties: The heritage grapes of South America
19 juni 2023 · 32 min
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Last week I hosted a Masterclass in Paladar, THE latin American restaurant in London and so I was inspired to bring this to life here, and talk to you all about the Criolla varieties of South and Latin America. It was the Spanish conquistadors, that brought across the first Vitis Vinifera Vines to the Americas and these gave birth to the ‘Criolla Varieties’. So you will learn what Criolla actually means, understand the Criolla family tree and learn about the history of how these grape varieties come about.
If you want to skip ahead:
3.04: Wine of the Week: Torres Digno Pais 2020 £8.99 Waitrose
6.30: How did the Criolla varieties arrive in Latin America? The History!
8.11: What is Criolla? What does this term mean?
12.24: Grape Variety Pais (Listan Prieto)
16.55: Grape Varieties Torrontes and Torontel
22.26: Grape Variety Moscatel de Alejandria
24.44: Other Criolla grape varieties
28.15: Maule, Itata and Bio Bio valley in Chile, Pipeño wines and traditional winemaking methods
And if the podcast isn't enough....
Fancy watching some videos on my youtube channel: Eat Sleep Wine Repeat
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Until next time, Cheers to you!
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Ep 142: Deep Dive into Sparkling Wines of the World: France, Spain, Italy and Germany for WSET Diploma Students (Part 3)
12 juni 2023 · 46 min
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This is part 3 of the deep dive series into Sparkling wines: On all the sparkling wines of the word (except Champage). These episodes are specifically designed to help out my WSET diploma friends. This is a flashcard-style podcast, which is a useful way for those trying to memorize the information, however, for all of you who just love wine and want to know more and increase your knowledge, this will still be a really interesting episode as you can just play it all the way through like any other episode.
If you want to skip ahead:
1.54: Crémant
21.03: Cava
25.41: German Sekt
27.46: Prosecco
33.29: Franciacorta
37.43: Lambrusco
42.09: The rest of the world
And if the podcast isn't enough....
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Ep 141: Mini Series – South African Wine: Pinotage with Sales & Marketing Manager Deidre Taylor of Kanonkop (Part 5)
5 juni 2023 · 54 min
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This is the fifth and last part of my mini series on wineries in South Africa. Today's episode is with Sales and Marketing Manager Deidre Taylor of Kanonkop based in Simonsberg-Stellenbosch. They are definitely considered one of the prestigious wineries of South Africa, and they were one of the pioneers of Pinotage. They played a significant role in establishing Pinotage as a flagship grape variety in South Africa. They've gained both national and international acclaim. You will learn all about this variety today, the full history and the story of this grape. And of course, why and how have Kanonkop helped put Pinotage on the map.
If you want to skip ahead:
1.54: How Deidre got into wine
6.58: The famous Cannon and how Kanonkop got it’s name
8.13: What makes Kanonkop unique
12.12: How winemaker Beyers Truter put Pinotage on the map
16.37: The full story of Pinotage
20.32: The flavours and profile of Pinotage and food pairings
25.56: Kanonkop have the oldest Pinotage vines in South Africa
28.17: How long can Pinotage age for and what flavours does it take on with time
30.52: Is there an ideal location or soil type for Pinotage?
33.18: Pinotage Clones
34.47: Talking about and tasting the Kadette Rosé 2022 £11.95 Frontier Fine Wines
39.36: Talking about and tasting the Kadette Pinotage 2020 £14.80 Frontier Fine Wines
43.30: Talking about and tasting the Estate Pinotage 2020 £31.50 Frontier Fine Wines
48.21: Pinotage planted around the world
And if the podcast isn't enough....
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Ep 140: Mini Series – South African Wine: Pinot Noir and the Elgin wine region with Winemaker Andries Burger of Paul Cluver Winery (Part 4)
29 mei 2023 · 54 min
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This is the forth part of my mini series on wineries in South Africa. Today's episode is with Winemaker Andries Burger of Paul Cluver Winery based in Elgin. This region is known for it’s Pinot Noir and Chardonany and as Paul Cluver is the pioneer of this wine region, who better than to discuss with them. So we will focus on Pinot Noir, talking about the importance of oak usage, how to bring out the grape’s natural characteristics, how to not over power, walking through the process of making the very best Pinot Noir from harvest through to bottling. Of course, you will know all about this wine region, Elgin by the end of it. And there's so much to know about the conservation initiatives of this winery. Paul himself is an absolute superhero. So, you will find out about this very incredible man alongside the region and their wines.
If you want to skip ahead:
2.07: How Andries ended up working as a winemaker at Paul Cluver
4.00: Some of the first plantings in this cool climate region were surprisingly Bordeaux Varieties
6.03: How the advise of Paul Pontallier from Chateau Margaux encouraged them across to Pinot Noir
7.59: Being the pioneers of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir and the increase in reputation of this wine region
9.32: The terroir and location of Elgin
11.37: Discussing nutrient poor soils and the advantage of planting cover crops
14.00: Talking about Dr Paul Cluver himself and his recognition for conservation efforts
17.10: Slack packing in the mountains around Elgin (basically glamping for hikers)
20.46: Comparing Pinot Noir to other regions in South Africa and across the world
22.49: Talking about the Seven Flags Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, which are the top wines of their portfolio £56.95 Frontier fine wines
26.00: Talking and tasting the Village Chardonnay 2022 £13.99 Waitrose
28.17: Talking about concrete eggs and it’s effect in wine
31.25: Talking and tasting the Village Pinot Noir 2020 £14.30 Vinvm
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Ep 139: Mini Series – South African Wine: Minimal Intervention & Bot River with Winemaker Alice Verburg of Luddite Winery (Part 3)
22 mei 2023 · 46 min
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This is the third part of my mini series on wineries in South Africa. Today's episode is with Winemaker Alice Verburg from Luddite Winery, based in Bot River. They are very much about hands off and minimal intervention, and the most interesting and fun family, who do not take themselves too seriously. The focus on today’s podcast will be minimal intervention, understanding the Bot River and of course tasting and talking about their very limited bottlings of Shiraz and Chenin Blanc.
If you want to skip ahead:
1.40: Why is the winery called Luddite
3.31: What got Alice in winemaking
4.58: The best winery in the Nothern Hemisphere that Alice has worked at and why
5.58: Alice’s Dad, Niels, who started the Luddite winery, and what she has learnt from him
7.42: And what Alice brings to the winery and winemaking
8.44: The best part of winemaking in the cellar
11.07: The best part of being a small winery and the advantages of being in Bot River
12.16: The hand written labels
14.05: The ethos of Luddite
17.42: Describing the Bot River and what makes it special as a wine region
21.18: The shiraz ‘peppercorn’ berries
21.52: Examples of minimal intervention at Luddite
25.20: Dealing with pests and diseases out in the vineyards when organic farming
27.13: Adding amphora pebbles into barrels
30.17: Tasting and talking about the Luddite Chenin Blanc 2021 Buon Vino £44 (2020)
34.46: Tasting and talking about the Luddite Shiraz 2018 Buon Vino £49 (2017)
41.16: Happy accidents in the winery = Cool by the Pool wine – a great story!
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Ep 138: Mini Series – South African Wine: Chardonnay in Stellenbosch with Winemaker Mike Dawson of Journeys End (Part 2)
15 mei 2023 · 53 min
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This is the second part of my mini series on wineries in South Africa. Today's episode is with Winemaker Mike Dawson from Journey’s End. This is a winery with some of the closest vineyards to False Bay. They have won The Drinks Business Green Wine awards in 2020 and 2021 and provided over 1 million meals to the local community during the tough times of covid in 2020. You will learn all about this very sustainable and ethical winery, and in terms of wine we will be focusing on the grape variety Chardonnay.
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1.54: Discussing the current harvest
4.09: What happens to the grapes if it rains to close to harvest
5.09: What has been one of the most challenging vintages and why
7.39: How Mike got into winemaking
10.00: Using wine traditions from the past in the winery
12.07: Discussing Journey’s End location and terroir to understand the wines
15.25: Looking at all the sustainable and ethical recognition and focus of Journey’s End
18.54: The Trebuchet, and throwing wine barrels across the farm
25.11: How to decide what Chardonnay will go into each wine
27.17: Chardonnay with oak or without, and French oak V American
29.23: Having malic acid in Chardonnay
30.15: How easy is Chardonnay to work with in the winery?
32.16: Temperatures for fermenting Chardonnay
34.10: How does Chardonnay from the coastal regions of Stellenbosch compare to more inland Chardonnays?
35.23: Tasting and talking about The Haystack Chardonnay 2021 £13 Noble Green Wines
39.33: Tasting and talking about The V1 Chardonnay 2021 £19 Noble Green Wines
40.50: Building Amphoras and the Brownian Effect – how this affects the texture and flavour of wine
43.54: Tasting and talking about The Destination Chardonnay 2019 £23.50 Noble Green Wines
48.33: Differences found when using whole bunch V de-stemmed Chardonnay
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Ep 137: Mini Series – South African Wine: Chenin Blanc and old vines in Stellenbosch with Cellarmaster RJ Botha (Part 1)
8 mei 2023 · 52 min
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This is the first part of my mini series on wineries in South Africa. Today's episode is with Cellarmaster RJ Botha from Kleine Zalze. This is the place you want to visit for a romantic getaway, and golf and wine weekend, or when you are looking for the best wine and food pairing. Their food is another level, as is their Chenin, so we are focusing on the grape variety Chenin Blanc and Old Vines.
If you want to skip ahead:
3.11: RJ’s role at Kleine Zalze and working harvest time
6.34: Kleine Zalze’s history dating back to 1695 but modern approach and the resort that it is today
12.12: Describing Chenin Blanc
15.28: Why Chenin Blanc has done so well in South Africa
16.38: Comparing Chenin in Stellenbosch to Swartland
17.48: The decomposed granitic soils of Stellenbosch
19.25: The challenges of Chenin and it’s yields
21.32: Comparing Bush Vines to Trellised Vines
23.15: Talking about a very special old vine Chenin Block in the Firgrove region of Stellenbosch
27.17: Talking about and tasting the Vineyard Selection Chenin Blanc 2022 Vinvm £12.50
33.37: Talking about and tasting the Family Reserve Chenin Blanc 2020 Vinvm £20.50
40.42: Talking about and tasting the Project Z Chenin Blanc 2018 Fareham Wine Cellar £39.50
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Ep 136: Deep Dive into Sparkling Wines of the World: Champagne for WSET Diploma Students (Part 2)
1 mei 2023 · 29 min
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This is part 2 of the deep dive series into Sparkling wines: All on Champagne. These episodes are specifically designed to help out my WSET diploma friends. This is a flashcard-style podcast, which is a useful way for those trying to memorize the information, however, for all of you who just love wine and want to know more and increase your knowledge, this will still be a really interesting episode as you can just play it all the way through like any other episode.
If you want to skip ahead:
2.20: The terroir of Champagne
4.56: The Grand Crus and Premier Crus, and five major sub regions
9.22: L'échelle des crus
12.47: Approved pruning methods
13.32: Yields
14.20: Minimum terms for ageing
15.01: CIVC
15.47: Letter on the label and who is making the wines
17.18: Prestige Cuvee Champage
18.52: Dom Perignon
20.38: Krug
22.06: Cristal
23.03: Grand Marques
24.03: Moet & Chandon
24.29: Veuve Cliquot
25.51: Louis Roederer
26.12: Bollinger
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Ep 135: Visiting Chianti, Wine Recommendations and Whiskey matured in Bordeaux Barrels with drinks writer and broadcaster Helena Nicklin (Part 2)
24 april 2023 · 50 min
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Today episode is part 2 with Helena Nicklin, an award-winning drinks writer, a broadcaster, a judge, and author. who you can watch on TV Series, Three Drinkers (Currently showing on Amazon Prime). Today we are talking about her very own whiskey matured in Bordeaux cask barrels. You will receive some personal wine recommendations. Then we’re discussing Riesling and its sweetness levels. The main focus is on the development of CHIANTI CLASSICO. We will be mentioning places to go and visit, Chianti Classico wines to try, and you will then be introduced to Chianti Classico’s new UGA classifications, which stands for Additional Geographical Units. To finish we'll be talking about women making an impact in the wine world and even, a winery on the Isle of Wight! Enjoy.
If you want to skip ahead:
1.56: Making a whiskey matured in Bordeaux Barrels
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04.00: The Barrels of Clos L’Eglise in Pomerol, Bordeaux
05:50: Money from Whiskey sales go to mental health charity MY BLACK DOG
10.07: Discussing cooperages, and the oak used to make barrels which impart different flavours
13.42: Wine Recommendations
18.15: Discussing the sweetness levels of Riesling
22.05: The UGA’s of Chianti Classico
25.17: The flavour of Sangiovese
28.35: Where to go and visit and where to stay in Chianti Classico
36.59: A few Chianti Classico wine recommendations
39.51: Shout out to the recognition Helena has received in the trade
41.23: Women in the wine trade and supporting each other
44.31: A new visual beginners wine book coming out soon
45.39: Ambassador for new Isle of Wight winery Pinkmead Estate
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Ep 134: The Three Drinkers and Cognac with drinks writer and broadcaster Helena Nicklin (Part 1)
17 april 2023 · 41 min
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Today we are joined by Helena Nicklin, an award-winning drinks writer, a broadcaster, a judge, and author. who you can watch on TV Series, Three Drinkers (Currently showing on Amazon Prime). She is the winner of best contribution to Wine and Spirits Tourism 2022. She was recognised in the top 100 most influential people in drinks 2022. She has her own podcast called “Bring a Bottle”. This episode (Part 1) Helena talks about filming the Three Drinkers, some funny moments, and how she came about with this series. We talk about how she got into the wine industry, which really wasn't a very smooth start, and certainly something to open up your eyes, to how the industry is evolving and changing. But today's theme, which is COGNAC.
If you want to skip ahead:
2.06: Helena’s story into the wine industry
6.59: Starting with a youtube channel
11.33: How she started the TV Series The Three Drinks with Aidy Smith
(He has also been on my podcast (Ep 46) You can listen to him HERE)
15.19: Recording a series on Cognac
16.29: Still wines made in Cognac
17.21: Blending in Cognac
19.21: The Chalk soils and terroir in Cognac – looking at the sub regions
21.05: Understanding the Champagne name that gets used in two of the sub regions
21.50: Location of Cognac and visiting
22.39: Ideal food pairings for Cognac
25.22: Looking at labelling terms and the minimum age requirements for each
27.48: The difference between Cognac and Armagnac
29.29: Describing Cognac’s aromas and flavours
30.45: The different distillation methods of Cognac and Armagnac
32.02: Why does ‘Brandy’ have a bad name
33.21: Having Cognac in a cocktail
35.16: Buying Wine Tshirts for Helens online shop: DrinkyTees
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Ep 133: Planting your own vineyard with wine writer Christina Rasmussen (Part 2)
10 april 2023 · 34 min
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This is Part 2 with wine writer and speaker Christina Rasmussen and we are discussing planting your own vineyard and the decisions that you can make. Christina has planted her very own vineyard in England. So, we will talk about the soils, choosing massal selection over clonal selection, diseases and viruses and vines, grafting your own vines onto rootstocks, grape varieties such as Mondeuse and Pineau d’Aunis, trellising on stakes, high density planting, and so much more. And Christina will be explaining all her reasons for why she has made her decisions, which I just found fascinating, and I hope you do too.
If you want to skip ahead:
1.39: Why Christina planted her vineyard in Oxfordshire, England
3.49: Why plant Massal Selection rather than Clonal Selection?
7.53: Hand grafting V mechanical grafting
10.54: Planting Savagnin grape
11.21: Planting Gamay and Trousseau grape
12.20: Pineau d’Aunis grape variety
13.41: Mondeuse grape variety
15.19: Planting each vines on their own stake
18.58: Planting high density
20.58: Using natural treatments on the soil such as Horsetail ferments and avoiding sprays
23.19: The experience of physically planting each vine in a vineyard
26.35: What Christina has learnt about planting a vineyard
28.35: Inspirational wine friends who have helped Christina on her journey
MENTIONED ON EPISODE: THE ARTICLE DISCUSSING VINE MATERIAL AND VIRUS:
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Ep 132: Grape Variety Palomino with wine writer Christina Rasmussen (Part 1)
3 april 2023 · 48 min
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Today’s episode is about the grape variety Palomino. Often thought of as a neutral grape variety yet there are certain people in the wine industry that are true believers like my guest today, Christina Rasmussen. She is a wine writer, speaker and has even made her very own still Palomino wine. So, I'm fascinated to pick Christina's brain to hear more about her love for this grape variety and her love for farming the soil and terroir. So, she will be talking about some of her wine projects and how she brings the winemakers story to life. And then, we will be discussing Palomino and all the winemaking steps that she took to make her very own still white wine.
If you want to skip ahead:
2.25: How Burgundy was the start of Christina’s wine story
6.13: Becoming a wine writer
8.49: LITTLEWINE – a digital platform enabling winemakers to communicate directly and tell their story
14.04: Favourite winery Pedres Blanques, Banyuls, whilst traveling France
15.28: Another recommended winery Domaine Ligas in Pella, Greece
16.03: What is permaculture?
18.37: Palomino: How Christina realized how good this variety can be, looking at wines from Envinate and Suertes del Marques in Tenerife, and Eben Sadie of the Sadie family wines and Adi Badenhorst in South Africa
25.01: Making wine with Abe Schoener, a winemaker who has the Scholium project, but also more recently the LA River Wine Company
28.32: Why Palomino can taste special
31.44: Discussing Christinas winemaking journey and decisions when making her own wine The Alley 2019
- flor or no flor
- skin contact
- adding marbles to barrel to raise the levels of juice to top
- leaving wine on heavy lees
- adding sulphites
39.52: How The Alley 2019 tasted
42.00: What Christina learned on her winemaking journey and rescuing a stuck fermentation
44.17: LA River Raisin City White 2019
46.05: Recommended winery for Palomino in Jerez: Muchada-Léclapart
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