Your fridge is not just for white wine. Explore red wine you can–and should–chill for maximum refreshment. Rachel Belle, host of Ring My Belle on KIRO radio, stops by to chill out with cool reds. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Serving Up Chilled Red Wines With Rachel Belle appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Oct 27, 2014•31 min
Travel through time and learn about the history of Wente Vineyards in the Livermore Valley. Carolyn Wente, Fourth Generation Winegrower and CEO, is your guide. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Exploring the History of a California Winery from the 1880s to Today appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Oct 20, 2014•24 min
Traveling through British Columbia‘s Okanagan Valley, you’ll a diversity of both wine and landscape. Get to know the region via interviews with folks from these wineries: St. Hubertus Estate Winery, Quail’s Gate, Meyer Family Vineyards, Tantalus Vineyards, Black Hills Estate Winery, and Burrowing Owl Estate Winery. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Okanagan Valley Wineries: From Lively White Wines to Intense Reds appeared first on WebTalkRadio....
Oct 13, 2014•31 min
Cabernet, Gruner Veltliner, Malbec, Sparkling? It’s all happening in Washington State . Interviews with winemakers and more who illustrate the diversity of wine scene, featuring DeLille, Treveri, WT Vintners, Fidelitas, Savage Grace, and Efeste. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Washington Wineries: 6 Names You Need To Know appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Oct 06, 2014•34 min
Get to know the wines of Cadence, Betz, Two Vintners, Refuge and Prospect, and Avennia. I speak with winery owners and winemakers, ranging from recent upstarts to buzz-worthy names to top labels in the state. All recorded during a visit to Woodinville , Washington. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Five Washington Wineries: Meet The People Behind The Label appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Sep 29, 2014•24 min
What makes a Syrah unique and exceptional? Guy Sarton du Jonchay, Managing Director of Vidal-Fleury , pours the wines and shares his stories of a winery dating back to 1781. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – The Singular Syrah of France’s Northern Rhone appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Sep 22, 2014•22 min
Get to know an extremely picturesque yet undiscovered wine region of France: Bergerac . Your guide is Clive Pursehouse, who recently returned from a memorable trip there, cycling through beautiful rural settings. Discover exemplary sweet wines, memorable whites, and delicious reds. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Exploring France’s Bergerac Wine Region appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Sep 15, 2014•23 min
Put aside your notions of pizza being round. Get to know the Roman-style pizza served up at Seattle’s Pizzeria Gabbiano . Seasonal toppings and a unique crust (and shape) will make you a convert. Also get (some of) the secrets behind its inspiration and creation. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Pizzeria Gabbiano: Seattle’s Homage to Roman-Style Pizza appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Sep 08, 2014•27 min
It’s science, not magic, that powers Coravin : an invention that allows you to sample wines at your leisure, without fear of oxidation. Founder Greg Lambrecht reveals how it works and talks about the inspiration (and perspiration) behind its development. Also Christopher Gronbeck of Seattle’s The Barrel Thief explains how Coravin allows him to offer over 150 wines by the glass. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Greg Lambrecht of Coravin: How To...
Sep 01, 2014•23 min
What goes into the making of a wine bar? Get to know David Butler, owner of Seattle’s Le Caviste . We discuss the philosophy behind his all-French wine list, a tribute to some of the most notable wines for leisurely enjoyment. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Behind the Scenes of a Seattle Wine Bar: Le Caviste appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Aug 25, 2014•26 min
Move beyond Pinot Noir and the Willamette Valley and get to know Herb Quady of Q uady North winery. Discover a unique place and surprising wines when you tour Southern Oregon’s Applegate and Rogue Valleys. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Quady North: A Snapshot of Southern Oregon Wine appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Aug 18, 2014•27 min
Sustainable winegrowing is at the core of what Karl Wente does. The Fifth Generation Winegrower and Senior Vice President of Winemaking for Wente Vineyards explains how he’s committed to the land and a legacy. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – What Does Sustainability Mean in a Winery and Vineyard? appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Aug 11, 2014•24 min
Are your photos more like mug shots than memories? Photographer Richard Duval has tips that even beginners with smart phones can use to make photos of vineyards–and people–look distinctive, creative, and impressive. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Wine Country Photography 101: How To Take Great Pictures in the Vineyards appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Aug 04, 2014•31 min
Are you worried about being stuck in the kitchen while your guests are out having fun? Wondering what dishes you can make ahead? What wines to have ready? Fifth Generation Winegrower Christine Wente stops by to ease your mind and make you the perfect host, glass of wine in hand. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – How To Uncork Great Outdoor Entertaining appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Jul 28, 2014•29 min
Would you spend five years of your life studying for an exam you only had a five percent chance of passing? That’s what you sign up for when you attempt to become a Master Sommelier. Joining me to discuss this Herculean quest for wine knowledge is Jason Wise, Writer and Director of SOMM , a documentary following four passionate sommeliers attempting to summit wine’s most elusive peak. It’s a film full of drama, intensity, madness, laughter, and the smell of a freshly opened can of tennis balls. ...
Jul 21, 2014•32 min
Headed to Las Vegas and curious about what’s cool in the world of wine? And what wines to drink to keep you cool in the hot weather? Cole Sisson, Head Sommelier at Michael Mina Bellagio , answers. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – What Happens In Vegas When It Comes to Wine appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Jul 14, 2014•28 min
Explore The World of Sicilian Wine with the authors of the book of the same name: Bill Nesto and Frances Di Savino. You’ll be drinking in the rich history and culture of Sicily through its captivating wines. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Explore The World of Sicilian Wine appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Jul 07, 2014•30 min
Uncork your inner winemaker at Wente Vineyards’ Winemakers Studio . From creating your own custom blend to understanding aromas to cheese pairing, Carolyn Wente is your guide to a unique and exciting wine experience. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Blend Your Own Adventure at the Winemakers Studio appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Jun 30, 2014•28 min
Is Sherry one of the world’s most versatile wines? Master Sommelier Chris Tanghe makes the case during our discussion at Seattle’s Aragona , where he is Wine and Service Director. Also tune in for a further exploration of Spain, discover the next big thing in Washington wine, and find out how Tanghe’s culinary background informs his wine career. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – The Versatility of Sherry With Master Sommelier Chris Tanghe appea...
Jun 23, 2014•30 min
Get to know the exciting developments when it comes to wine in New York’s Finger Lakes with Kris Matthewson, winemaker at Bellwether Wine Cellars . The focus is on Riesling and Pinot Noir, but find out why fans of all types of grapes should put this exciting region on their radar. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Bellwether Wine Cellars: The Fascinating Finger Lakes appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Jun 16, 2014•29 min
It’s time for warm-weather sipping, so I chat and taste with Elaine Chukan Brown of Hawk Wakawaka Wine Reviews . She sent me California wines, I sent her Washington wines, and we share our thoughts. Break out the sunscreen and get on the patio! Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – All Your Summer Wines With Hawk Wakawaka Wine Reviews appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Jun 09, 2014•29 min
How do you learn about wine without memorizing places on a map? Madeline Puckette of Wine Folly shares educational tips combining her graphic design background with her zippy personality. We also share a couple wines from Bellwether Wine Cellars in the Finger Lakes and I get introduced to Childish Gambino . Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Finding Your Flavor With Wine Folly appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Jun 02, 2014•31 min
What is Gruner Veltliner? How do you say it? (Seriously!) Why should you drink it? Get to know the white and red wines of Austria with Winebow’s Austrian Import Specialist Melissa Sutherland. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Gruner Veltliner and Beyond: The Delights of Austrian Wine appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
May 26, 2014•28 min
A call to Cape Town starts a conversation with Jean-Baptiste Cristini, Head of Sales and Marketing for Fairview and Spice Route wineries. We talk about the country’s most famous wine regions, touch on Pinotage and Chenin Blanc, and, naturally, discuss goat towers. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Discovering The South African Wines of Fairview and Spice Route appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
May 19, 2014•32 min
Who better to talk with about the diversity and history of our most popular white wine grape than a member of California’s First Family of Chardonnay? I welcome Wente Vineyards CEO and Fourth Generation Winegrower Carolyn Wente to the show. We talk about the variety of styles available to suit anyone’s palate as well as food pairings that make your wine sing. Plus, go beyond Napa and Sonoma and get to know the Livermore Valley. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Win...
May 12, 2014•26 min
What are the highs and lows of being a winemaker? What surprises people about the job? And are you crazy to go it alone? My guest, William Allen of California’s Two Shepherds, (who makes tiny amounts of wine from grapes that aren’t the usual suspects), answers these questions and more. Plus, I taste some of his wines, including a most unique Trousseau Gris. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – The Surprising Life of a Winemaker: William Allen of T...
Feb 03, 2014•36 min
Are you frustrated by heavy, long-winded, confusing wine books? Pick up a copy of The Essential Scratch and Sniff Guide to Becoming a Wine Expert. My guest is the book’s author, Richard Betts. He’s a Master Sommelier who wants to help YOU decide what you like, and even provide a map to your (wine) desires. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Can a Scratch and Sniff Book Help You Become a Wine Expert? appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Jan 20, 2014•34 min
Does wine service and selection play a big part in a review of a restaurant? Should it? Does it depend on the pricetag of the meal? Food Writer and Critic for the Charleston (SC) Post and Courier Hanna Raskin provides the answers. We also talk about how to get Yelp Help via her book of the same name, with great tips on how to sharpen your skills as an aspiring food (or wine) writer. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – How Much Does Wine Matter in...
Jan 06, 2014•35 min
It’s a one-two punch of awesome with these guests: Natalie Slater of Bake and Destroy , followed by CakeSpy Jessie Oleson Moore. Natalie destroys stereotypes of vegan cuisine, and I offer the wines to show off her cooking style. And if you’re craving sweetness, who better to speak with than a CakeSpy? I brought the dessert wine. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – How to Destroy Wine Stereotypes and also Embrace Sweetness appeared first on WebTal...
Dec 23, 2013•38 min
We’re making the case for year-round, regular Champagne consumption with David Speer of Ambonnay Bar in Portland, OR. David has some surprising thoughts on the best glass for appreciating Champagne, plus reveals why you might want to forgo the ice bucket. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Android RSS The post Wine Without Worry – Champagne is Way Better Than Cable: David Speer of Ambonnay Bar appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ....
Dec 09, 2013•31 min