🍷 Episode 54: Blaufränkisch – Shadows & Highlights

Get ready to meet one of Central Europe’s best-kept wine secrets: Blaufränkisch. In this episode, we’re diving into everything that makes this grape so special—from its juicy, peppery personality to its surprisingly noble roots. Whether you’ve never heard of it or it’s already in your wine glass, you’re in for a delicious deep dive.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

- Where Blaufränkisch grows best and how its style changes from Austria to Hungary to the U.S. 
- Flavor notes to look for in your glass (spoiler: think dark berries, spice, and vibrant acidity) 
- Why winemakers love working with this grape and how different techniques bring out its many sides 
- What foods pair beautifully with it—from grilled sausages to mushroom risotto 
- A fun bit of grape history that gives this variety a noble twist 

Pull the cork on something new and surprising. Subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes, and stick around as we explore more grapes worth knowing (and tasting). Cheers!

6 sec intro

21 sec outro