Sarah Meyer, founder and owner of Roe Caviar, came by to talk about all things caviar from what it is how it kicks off entertaining to how to serving it and so much more. It's a Caviar vibe for sure! We taste through a few different wines to see what pairs nicely with her Roe caviar and these two wines were the winners! The beer we tasted is Mikeller...but it wasn't as good. 2018 Mosse, Anjou, Chenin Blanc & Alessandra Divella, Blanc de Blanc, Lombardy, Chardonnay For our Wine Face Listeners...
Feb 06, 2020•31 min•Ep. 80
Chardonnay is an amazing grape but kind of got a bad wrap with all that buttery Chard brouhaha. What's the DEAL with chardonnay, where is from and how do I find the dopeness. Tune in to find out! Build your free wedding website on Zola and get $50 toward your registry. Go to zola.com/wineface and get started today! Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Dec 19, 2019•20 min
It's time for one of our entertaining 411 episodes and this week it's all about hot tips for throwing the most epic holiday party! Notes/ Recipes: Spiced Rum Citrus Punch recipe Spagliato Recipe: 1oz sweet vermouth, 1oz aperol, add ice, top with prosecco and add thick orange slice. Negroni recipe: .75oz sip smith gin, .75oz sweet vermouth, .75oz Aperol, enjoy over ice with orange peel Ginger Claus: 2oz Tequila or whiskey, .75oz lemon juice, .75 oz ginger syrup, 1oz apple cider, enjoy over ice, g...
Dec 12, 2019•19 min•Ep. 67
Tuscany is the dreamy dreamzone of Italy where fairy tales were created but it's also the home to some of the most famous italian wines that are made from Sangiovese grapes, mostly. It's a historic area that has been changing the game since the romans. What is chianti and brunello? Revealed here! Get the pasta on! Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Dec 05, 2019•21 min•Ep. 71
Cabernet franc is famous in two parts of France: Bordeaux and the Loire valley. But what is Cabernet franc? What does it taste like? Where else can we find it? Why is it so amazing? All of this is revealed in this episode- get obsessed like I am! Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Nov 28, 2019•17 min
A deep dive into my favorite grape varietal: Gamay, from my favorite place it's grown: Beaujolais and it just happens to be the perfect wine to serve at my favorite holiday: Thanksgiving!!! get to know the Cru Beaujolais, what that means, how to shop for them and why to avoid Beaujolais Nouveau. Build your free wedding website on Zola and get $50 toward your registry. Go to ZOLA.com/wineface and get started today! Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califo...
Nov 21, 2019•20 min•Ep. 41
The Veneto! Totally misunderstood, the home of prosecco and Valpolicella, sometimes referred to as a wine factory, but there are GEMS within! Understand this area of Italy and then we shed some light on the dopeness that is emerging. Wines we love from the Veneto: 2017 Davide Spillare, Crestan, Veneto, Garganega 2018 I Castagnucoli, Rosso no. 1, Veneto, Merlot/Rebosso Produced by Dear Media . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva...
Nov 14, 2019•18 min•Ep. 38
It's not all cabernet sauvignon and Napa valley, but what is California wine, how is it defined, where did it start and where are we today. Part one of many!! Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Nov 07, 2019•16 min
You fancy huh Bordeaux? Well let's find out why! What is the deal with Bordeaux, why all these Growth classifications, what's all the weight and gravitas about? Get the 411 on Bordeaux and it's general layout right here. My favorite Bordeaux's in the shop now! 2016 Chateau le Puy, Emilien, Cotes de Bordeaux, Merlot/Cabernet Sauv/Carmenere 2005 Chateau Palmer, Margaux, Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon/Petit Verdot 2015 Chateau Massereau, Cuvee X, Sans Soufre, Bordeaux Superieur, Merlot/Cab Sauv/Cab Fran...
Oct 24, 2019•28 min
Bethany Heinze, the former wine director of Helen's in Brentwoood just worked harvest with Athenais Beru at Chateau de Beru and she came by to tell us the magical story of it all! I have loved Athenais wines for so long and was lucky enough to visit her three years ago. She is located in Chablis and is a true force of nature. Links below for her wines that we have in stock now! 2016 Athenais Beru, Bourgogne Blanc, Chardonnay 2015 Athenais Beru, Mont Embrase, Saint-Bris, Sauvignon Blanc 2017 Chat...
Oct 17, 2019•32 min
What's the deal with the Loire Valley? And why is it SO COOL! This episode talks about the different subregions, what grapes are grown and then drone hovers over one of my current favorite spots: Anjou! Some of my favorites in the shop right now! 2018 Clos du Tue-Boeuf, Vin Rose, Vin de France, Touraine, Gamay 2017 Les Arches de Belliviere, Confluence, Anjou, Chenin Blanc 2018 Denizot Pere et Fils, Sancerre, Sauvignon Blanc 2018 Sebastien Bobinet, Poil de Lievre, Saumur, Chenin Blanc 2018 Sylvai...
Oct 03, 2019•26 min
Ashley is a badass! Not only did she start one of the sexiest and functional sleep wear businesses, she also has amazing insight into our home rituals. We sat down at Lunya to discuss and taste some wine! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 27, 2019•42 min
Alice Feiring is a pillar of the wine community, she was one of the first people to write about natural wine and she just came out with her new book: Natural Wine for the People! She's super, thanks for listening! Wines we tasted together: 2018 DOMAINE DES LAMPYRES, LUMINESCENCE, ESPIRA DE L'AGLY, ROUSSILLON, MUSCAT PETIT GRAIN/MUSCAT D'ALEXANDRIE/MACABEU 2018 DOMAINE YOYO, LA TRANCHEE, BANYULS, ROUSSILLON, GRENACHE NOIR, 2018 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privac...
Sep 19, 2019•33 min•Ep. 61
Champagne has a deep history in France but it wasn't always the preferred beverage for poppin bottles on yachts. Champagne is so cool it's also misunderstood and has evolved through history in a very interesting way. But we are going to be diving deep and revealing the truth behind the bubbles. The when, the why, the how and the current evolution of everyone's most misunderstood wine: Champagne. My current favorite Champs on the site, click here! Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at htt...
Sep 12, 2019•27 min
Tess is dope. She is so rad. Based in northern California, one year ago she struck out on her own and formed an importing/ disctribution company called Tess Bryant Selections! Badass. She has a focus on Australia which is rad, she has rules to live by and hot tips for camping. We also tasted the Boracio wines that JUST hit the shelves. Check it out! What we tasted: 2018 Borachio, Adelaide Hills, Australia, Savagnin 2018 Borachio, Battered Sav, Adelaide Hills, Australia, Chardonnay/Savagnin 2018 ...
Sep 05, 2019•45 min•Ep. 39
Founder and CEO of True Botanicals, Hillary Peterson, came by to talk about how she founded the cult brand that is changing the way people look at skin care. Get the 411 about the intersection of natural wine and natural beauty and hear Hillary's story. Wines we tasted: 2018 La Ginestraia, Liguria, Vermentino 2018 Luis Pato, Duckman, Bairrada, Portugal, Bical 2017 Louis-Antoine Luyt, Gorda Blanca Cuvee Benoit , Maule Valley, Chile, Torrontel/Moscatel de Alexandria/Corinto (Chasselas)/Cristalina ...
Aug 22, 2019•33 min
Aaron and his lady Charity sat down with me to talk about all things wine, food, and culture. Aaron has had an amazing career that started in NYC and has led him to New Orleans and The wild world of TV. He’s a wine lover, a soul spirit and a well of inspiration!! 2018 La Ferme Rouge, Le Gris, Morocco, Cinsault 2018 Les Cortis, Astrome, Bugey, Altesse/Chardonnay/Gamay 2018 Vini Rabasco, Cancellino, Trebbiano d'Abruzzo 2018 La Grange Tiphaine, Bel Air Sec, Touraine, Chenin Blanc Produced at Dear M...
Aug 15, 2019•51 min•Ep. 40
I was lucky to travel to Austria in June with Jenny Lefcourt and Amy Atwood and it was one of the most inspiring trips I have ever taken! We visited some of the unsung heroes, producers who are each inspiring for their adherence to what it means to coexist in this world. Dope wines from these Austrian winemakers in the shop now! We do have other amazing wines from people like Meinklang but I didn't visit them on this trip. A lot of these wines are a little higher price point, more collectible, B...
Aug 08, 2019•30 min
Brianne Chan, Communications Director for Joint Venture Restaurant Group, has been to 19 weddings in 2 years. She has been to 9 bachelorette parties. It's total insanity but she has all the advice from what to drink to all the do's and don'ts. Also, my prosecco alternative exploded mid episode! Find out about Brication and why it's not as easy as we all might think! Wines we tasted: Prosecco Alternative: Sonser, Hasta la Viszla, Vin de France, Alsace, Riesling/PinotBlanc/Pinot Gris Crispy White ...
Aug 01, 2019•43 min•Ep. 37
Italy is making some of the most fun and exciting sparkling wines that go far beyond your average prosecco. In this episode we explore the different categories of sparkling wine from Franciacorta to Frizzante and my current obsessions! Click the link here to see some of the frizzantes at Helen's. https://helenswines.com/search?type=product&q=frizzante Wines mentioned: 2018- Furlani, Alpino, Trentino, Nosiola/Verdarbara/Lagarino 2018- Furlani, Macerato, Trentino, Pinot Grigio 2018- Furlani, R...
Jul 25, 2019•32 min•Ep. 67
Come take an aerial view of the wine making regions of Spain plus Helen's favorite Spanish wine right now!! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Jul 18, 2019•26 min
It's time to grill and chill- get a preview of the wine club and helen's host tips for outdoor entertaining, breakfast, lunch and dinner! Produced by Dear Media . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Jul 12, 2019•27 min•Ep. 80
Helen dives into the history of the Canary Islands and how that it affects the wines made there. She gets into what makes the wine on the Canary Islands so special and why the vines grown there are different than any other on earth! Follow the behind the scenes action @helenswines See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jun 27, 2019•15 min
Helen breaks down all the ins and outs of Rosè; how its made, where its made, and why its so delicious! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Jun 20, 2019•22 min
Aryn and Trian, the amazing hosts of Bbs are Trash podcast, came through to talk about being liberated mamas smashing the patriarchy, raising kids in LA and community healing... all while drinking wine. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Jun 13, 2019•47 min
Helen runs through current trends in California and the rosé report of what’s in her wine fridge for summer. How is orange wine the new rosé? And wtf- white Zin? Yesssss to all! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Jun 06, 2019•19 min
I sat down with Kate Miller & Anna Duckworth co- founders of the Uber chic cannabis resource website and shop Miss Grass! We delve deep on pot politics, women and weed, wine and toking and so much more! Plus taste meinklang orange wine, dope ass sancerre and a sexy red. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
May 30, 2019•43 min•Ep. 69
Wines from the Jura in France are unique and absolutely their own. The style and traditions, grape varietals, flavors and energy in the bottle is amazing . I was lucky to go a few months ago and here is a little 411 intro take a way for your mind’s eye!! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
May 23, 2019•25 min
My bff Brit is amazing! She is smart & talented and came by Wine Face to talk about season two of her show The OA. We also taste some wines and talk about cool stuff! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
May 16, 2019•40 min•Ep. 63
What in this wild world is Chenin Blanc? The magical grape is revealed with some basic 411– where is it planted, who makes it, where is it famous and how to explain that honey coated limestone electric zip line deliciousness. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
May 09, 2019•23 min•Ep. 26
