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Two Guys Talking Wine

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We're both wine writers living in Ontario Canada. We are past-presidents of the Wine Writer Circle of Canada. We travel. We drink wine. And we know things. We're going to share that knowledge with you. Opinionated and Wine fueled content is what you will find here.

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Episodes

Domaine La Decelle w/ Frederic Lavau - Episode 206

We go international to find out what's going on in France right now. Make sure you grab a bottle of Domaine La Decelle (available the LCBO now) to sip on while you listen to Michael and André sit down with Frederic Lavau. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 25, 202033 min

with David Johnson (Episode 205) - Ontario Legacy 15

In this episode we try something new. In the age of social distancing we have created a new format where Michael is able to have someone in his open air garage sit 6 ft away from him between a microphone. We are very pleased to have the Ontario Wine Awards 2019 Winemaker of the Year David Johnson of Featherstone to tell us about the journey from gravy maker to wine maker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 18, 20201 hr 1 min

How to Run a Wine Competition during a Pandemic - Episode 204

How do you run a wine competition during a pandemic? What is it like to be a judge during a pandemic? The guys sit down with Bev Carnahan to talk about the All Canadian Wine Championships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 11, 202020 min

Covid Chronicles Chapter 745 - Episode 203

Michael and André sit down for what is basically another free therapy session with each other. They talk about what's going on with them and how COVID is affecting the wine industry - I think. This one gets a little rambly so buckle up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 04, 202035 min

Nicolas Potel from Burgundy - Episode 202

André and Michael have a chance to chat with Nicolas Potel of Maison de Bellene. They wanted to talk about some very interesting old wines that have made their way onto the market in Ontario... but they got into discussions about so much more than that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 28, 202025 min

The Origin Story of Leaning Post - Episode 201

Michael and André sit down with Ilya and Nadia Senchuk of Leaning Post wines. They talk about the origin of the winery - and they taste (surprise, surprise) Chardonnay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 21, 20201 hr 7 min

Chardonnay Manifesto - Episode 200

Thank you to everyone who has listened to the podcast to date. This is our 200th episode! Doesn't time fly when you're having a good time? Appropriately enough André forces Michael to talk about Chardonnay for the 100th time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 14, 202025 min

Thomas Bachelder makes good Pinot Noir - Episode 199

In our final podcast where we tasted through the Bachelder Violette Release we look at Pinot Noir. This is the third part of our series with Thomas - we hope you enjoyed them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 07, 20201 hr 13 min

2027 Cellars has a Retail Store - Episode 198

As the wineries have re-opened why not check out one of the new guys on the block? If you've heard this podcast before you know that we're fans of Kevin Panagapka and 2027 Cellars. We taste through some of the new wines in the portfolio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 01, 202044 min

Ed Madronich - Nature vs. Nurture - Episode 196

André and Michael sit down with Ed Madronich of Flat Rock Cellars to talk about one of the "special projects" available to consumers right now. They take a look at two wines made the same way - with only the yeast being different. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 16, 202046 min

The Gamay-zing addition to the Bachelder Family - Episode 194

In the second part of a three part series of chats with Thomas Bachelder we talk about Gamay being released under the Bachelder umbrella. Michael was very excited. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 02, 20201 hr 10 min

The Westcott Experience ... The Pinot Noir Edition - Episode 193

Michael and André sit down with Carolyn and Casey from Westcott to taste through the current line up of Pinot Noir. Find out which babies are loved more (like children - there really is a favourite). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 26, 20201 hr 9 min

Do we even know what is going on anymore? - Episode 192

Michael and André catch up on what they've been drinking. They also spend a large amount of time talking about haircuts - for some reason. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 19, 202027 min

Talking Taylor Fladgate Ports - Episode 191

We recorded this a few weeks ago - but it's always nice to be reminded of the joys of Port. We sat down (virtually) with Lindsay Groves and a bunch of mason jars to talk about about Taylor Fladgate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 12, 202051 min

Natalie Richard - Routes des Vins dans le Monde - Episode 189

We originally met Natalie walking around Saguenay dressed as the Roman goddess Venus. André got to talk with her frequently while working on her book. The finished book is an essential guide to travel the world finding the best ways to explore wine regions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 28, 202026 min

F*** It List Wines - Episode 188

Michael and André talk about what they drink this weekend - as they decided to dig deep in their collection. Some interesting wines were opened - what did you drink this past weekend? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 21, 202035 min

Two Thumbs Up - April 2020 - Episode 187

Welcome to your April list of what's hot and what's not for releases coming out. This was recorded during our last pre-quarantine podcast session - and knowing that it was going to be our last face to face meeting in awhile we recorded several episodes. This podcast is fueled by Cabernet Sauvignon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 14, 202023 min

Coping With Covid - Episode 186

How are the guys coping with Covid 19. There isn't actually a whole lot of wine talk in this episode - but we will be back at it in the weeks to come. Wash your hands! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 07, 202022 min

Michael In Italy 2020 - Episode 184

Welcome to our annual debrief of Michael's trip to Italy. Where, once again, he has left André behind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 24, 202036 min

Vignobles Larose - Episode 183

Michael is now back from Italy. We have decided in spite of COVID-19 the show will go on - hopefully this will help distract a little bit about what's going on in the world right now. André had an opportunity to sit down with Franck Bijon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 17, 202045 min

Bordeaux 101 - Episode 182

It's early in the year so naturally Michael has left André in North America by himself. Michael is in Italy - so naturally he thought this would be a perfect time to talk about Bordeaux. We are joined by Christer Byklum - one of the most trusted voices in Wine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 10, 202026 min

They make wine in China? - Episode 180

They make wine in China? Is it any good? While Michael is still gallivanting around Tuscany - André sits down with Lenz Moser and Andrew Von Teichman to talk about Changyu Moser XV. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 25, 202053 min

Bourgogne 101 - Episode 179

It's early in the year so naturally Michael has left André in North America by himself. Michael is in Italy - so naturally he thought this would be a perfect time to talk about Burgundy. We are joined by Christer Byklum - one of the most trusted voices in Wine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 19, 202032 min

250 Dollar Wine Cellar - Episode 178

Michael and André take a question from the audience as they tackle the question - how do you start a wine collection with $250? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 11, 202038 min

Thumbs Up - February 2020 - Episode 177

The guys take a look at the latest batch of wines and score them only with their thumbs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 04, 202017 min
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