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Cellar Notes on WYPR

WYPR 88.1 FM Baltimorewypr.org
Al Spoler and Hugh Sisson taste and review some of the finest wines around the world and from our Maryland wineries.
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Episodes

Sparkling Wine Shopping List

Everybody wants to have a few bottles of bubbly on hand for end of the year celebrations. Here’s a list of certified winners that you can print out, or order directly from this website. Click the links to purchase Cellar Notes recommendations at Kenilworth Wine ---- Spirits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 02, 20194 min

Holiday Beers

This is the time of year when the breweries trot out their most special beers. And nobody follows them closer than Hugh Sisson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 14, 20184 min

Port and Stickies

Nothing warms a winter’s night like a glass of good port. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 28, 20184 min

Barbera

Barbera is an up and coming variety in Italy’s Piedmont region. Medium bodied, full of flavor and reasonably priced, it is something of a poor man’s Barolo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 26, 20184 min

Thanksgiving Whites

This week: What to pour into your white wine glasses! Print out this list of recommended whites for your Thanksgiving dinner, or click the links to purchase Cellar Notes recommendations at Kenilworth Wine ---- Spirits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 15, 20184 min

Thanksgiving Reds

Print out this list of recommended reds for your Thanksgiving dinner, or click the links to purchase Cellar Notes recommendations at Kenilworth Wine ---- Spirits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 08, 20184 min

Oregon Pinot Noirs

You get a lot of bang for your buck in Oregon where the pinot noirs rival the much more expensive Burgundies. Click the links to purchase Cellar Notes recommendations at Kenilworth Wine ---- Spirits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 26, 20184 min

Value Bordeaux

Bordeaux is arguably the king of wines, and is notoriously expensive. But there are relative bargains out there, and Hugh has found them. Click the links to purchase Cellar Notes recommendations at Kenilworth Wine ---- Spirits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 23, 20184 min

Port of Leonardtown

This small Maryland winery dominated the 2018 Governor's Cup competition, winning 7 gold medals out of 8 entries, an unprecedented triumph. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 15, 20184 min

Marques de Riscal

Rioja is Spain's most important red wine, but how did it get started? Well, the Marques de Riscal had a lot to do with it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 10, 20184 min

Checking in on Chile

Spanish reds are very popular these days. But what about the whites? Here's a review of some of the most popular blancos. Click the links to purchase Cellar Notes recommendations at Kenilworth Wine ---- Spirits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 01, 20184 min

Pinot Grigio vs. Pinot Gris

Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio, are they the same grapes? Yes, but they're not the same wines. Hugh explains the differences. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 26, 20184 min

Getting to Know Spanish Whites

Spanish reds are very popular these days. But what about the whites? Here's a review of some of the most popular blancos. Click the links to purchase Cellar Notes recommendations at Kenilworth Wine ---- Spirits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 14, 20184 min

Unoaked Chardonnay

Over-oaked Chardonnay is becoming a thing of the past. Here's a collection of tasty whites that never see a barrel. Click the links to purchase Cellar Notes recommendations at Kenilworth Wine ---- Spirits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 07, 20184 min

Great Buys in Cabernet Sauvignon

Need a new cabernet sauvignon recommendation? Don't want to spend a fortune? Al and Hugh have you covered. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 04, 20184 min

Austrian Ros\u233\u

Get Al and Hugh's picks for Austrian ros\u233\u. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 16, 20184 min

Summer Zinfandels

Zinfandels go great with chunky barbequed meats. Al and Hugh tell us about some of their favorites. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 08, 20184 min

Primitivo

If you like zinfandels, you should try a primitivo. Al and Hugh share some of the primitivo ----treasures---- they found. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 02, 20184 min

Aveleda of Portugal

Get a taste of Portugal with these Cellar Notes selections. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 27, 20184 min

Organic Wines

The good news for people who want to support organic farming and buy organic wines is that there's lots of choices out there. Click the links to purchase Al and Hugh's recommendations at Kenilworth Wine ---- Spirits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 18, 20184 min

Cotes Du Rhone Blanc

They make white wines in the Rhone, and they are great. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 11, 20184 min

Merlot Revisited

Merlot's rep as a second class wine is totally undeserved. Get Al and Hugh's picks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 02, 20184 min

Reds You've Never Heard Of

Lesser known reds that deliver a wonderful surprise See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 20, 20184 min

NZ not SB

New Zealand wines beyond sauvignon blancs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 13, 20184 min

Rutherford Wine Co.

A pair of California labels over-deliver on classic wines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 08, 20184 min

South Africa

Significant improvements for an old and troubled wine region. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 25, 20184 min

Portuguese Sampler

Super values from one of Europe's hottest travel destinations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 17, 20184 min

Piedmont on a Budget

You don't have to shell out $80 or more to enjoy a good Piedmont wine. Click the links to purchase Al and Hugh's recommendations at Kenilworth Wine ---- Spirits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 11, 20184 min

Albarino

Spain's great seafood wine is achieving a great audience around the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 03, 20184 min
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