Due to all of this year's wildfires going on in Northern California, Jack Farrell took time to check in with some wineries in that area. It also gave him a chance to look back on how the Napa Valley developed its wine industry.
Last week, Jack Farrell focused on the Fall. This week, he dives a little deeper into the calendar. What are his recommendations for Winter wines?
We're really starting to fell the Fall weather this week. As the temps cool down, Jack Farrell provides a list of wines that are best suited for this transitional time of the year.
This week, Jack Farrell takes a short break from dispensing wine knowledge to focus on vodka. What should you know about this spirit? And why has it become so popular?
As Fall weather becomes more consistent, Jack Farrell's mind wanders to Italy. He takes some time to dive into Chianti.
In honor of the annual Duck Hunting opener, Jack Farrell provides an array of wines that go best with this waterfowl.
When looking at wine vintages, this year will most certainly be different from most of the rest. Jack Farrell dives into how all of 2020's tribulations will effect the year's harvest in the Northern Hemisphere.
The devastating wildfires on the West Coast have put a spotlight in California's Wine Valley. Jack Farrell takes us back through the history of that state's industry to talk about the life, and impact, of Agoston Haraszthy (known as the "Father of California Wine").
In honor of the rescheduled Kentucky Derby, Jack Farrell provides his favorite Mint Julep recipe. He also opens up the mailbag to discuss topics including: How slurping wine isn't what it seems. How to remove red wine stains. Whether you should chill wines in the Summer. What are some good value wines.
Today would be the first Saturday of the 2020 MN State Fair...if not for the COVID-19 pandemic. But how did wine get introduced at the Great Minnesota Get-Together? Jack Farrell gives us a history lesson.
Have you ever wanted to go inside the world of wine? Jack Farrell is here to pull back the curtain on this industry.
The Bootleg cocktail was created in Minneapolis. But which local club can truly lay claim? Jack Farrell provides an answer. Plus, what's the best way to store wine?
Are you planning any picinc lunches over the rest of this Summer season? Jack Farrell lets you know what wine to pack in your baskets.
Over the last couple of weeks, Jack Farrell has provided some wine suggestions to help cool you off during the Summer heat. But what about other "spirited" drinks? This week, he looks into that list.
With another warm weekend in store, Jack Farrell gives us some choices wines to help us beat the heat.
It's a hot one on this Mid-July Saturday. What wine is best for extremely hot conditions? Jack Farrell provides his top choices.
During this recent trend of Rosè wines, how are the French handling this variety? Jack Farrell lets us know.
On this day celebrating America's independence, Jack Farrell tells us how this country has developed its standing in the wine industry. Plus, he offers up a recipe for Sangria on this hot holiday weekend.
For this edition, Jack Farrell takes us back to an area we haven't visited for a while. We take a tour of wines from the French city of Bordeaux.
As Spring turns into Summer, our outdoor cooking and grilling season is well underway. What wines should you pair with the foods you associate with this season? Jack Farrell gives us some options to consider.
It's National Rosé Day. So, what better time to discuss this wine variety that is again becoming a hot trend? Jack Farrell returns just in time to give us an in-depth look.
On this Memorial Day weekend, Jack Farrell takes us back in time. It was 100 years ago that Prohibition took effect in the U.S. He reviews this decade-plus long period where creating and distributing liquor was deemed illegal across the country.
How did Zinfandel go from the Mediterranean to the valleys of California? Jack Farrell discusses the history of this wine variety that has become a popular American staple.
It's the annual Walleye Fishing Opener. So, when you catch those big ones, what wine should you bring to the table? Jack Farrell lets us know his best options.
If you're home cooking frequency has increased during this pandemic, you may have some questions about what wines will help you enjoy that certain meal. Jack Farrell is in with a tutorial on pairing wines with your food of choice.
Are you a fan of Chardonnay? Jack Farrell thinks it may be time to expand your horizons. He offers some alternatives during this ABC (Anything But Chardonnay) edition of the program.
Jack Farrell celebrates National Malbec Day. Then, he dives into the mailbag to answer several wine-related questions, including: Why cooking wine is not worth buying. How long wine can last "on the counter" at home. Where to store wine at home. What makes up an "oaky" wine.
It's Easter weekend. What wine should you bring to your Easter Sunday table? Jack Farrell provides some pointers. Plus, how can you use those hard-boiled eggs after your kids finish their Easter egg hunts?
Looking for something to do during this pandemic shutdown? Why not take some time to learn about wine? Jack Farrell is here to provide the introductory course.
Are you missing that fine dining experience lately? Jack Farrell lets us know how we can turn home cooking into a more upscale experience.
