An interview with Michael Fohr, founder and owner of Amphora Trading Company, an importer & distributor of Zalto stemware & decanters in Canada as well as an authorized reseller of Coravin products. Zalto Denk'Art wine glasses are an exciting line of stemware available for wine lovers. Lauded by wine critics such as Jancis Robinson and Robert Parker, Zalto wine glasses are beautifully balanced and feel light in the hand. Made entirely by hand by highly skilled craftsmen, Zalto glasses are elegant and delicate feel but are dishwasher safe. Coravin is a revolutionary new technology for the appreciation of fine wine. Enjoy almost any wine from your collection one glass at a time. Access the wine with Coravin's patented technology and then simply put the wine back in your cellar until you want to enjoy it again.

An interview with Michael Fohr, founder and owner of Amphora Trading Company, an importer & distributor of Zalto stemware & decanters in Canada as well as an authorized reseller of Coravin products. Zalto Denk'Art wine glasses are an exciting line of stemware available for wine lovers. Lauded by wine critics such as Jancis Robinson and Robert Parker, Zalto wine glasses are beautifully balanced and feel light in the hand. Made entirely by hand by highly skilled craftsmen, Zalto glasses are elegant and delicate feel but are dishwasher safe. Coravin is a revolutionary new technology for the appreciation of fine wine. Enjoy almost any wine from your collection one glass at a time. Access the wine with Coravin's patented technology and then simply put the wine back in your cellar until you want to enjoy it again.

An interview with Michael Fohr, founder and owner of Amphora Trading Company, an importer &amp; distributor of Zalto stemware &amp; decanters in Canada as well as an authorized reseller of Coravin products. Zalto Denk'Art wine glasses are an exciting line of stemware available for wine lovers. Lauded by wine critics such as Jancis Robinson and Robert Parker, Zalto wine glasses are beautifully balanced and feel light in the hand. Made entirely by hand by highly skilled craftsmen, Zalto glasses are elegant and delicate feel but are dishwasher safe. Coravin is a revolutionary new technology for the appreciation of fine wine. Enjoy almost any wine from your collection one glass at a time. Access the wine with Coravin's patented technology and then simply put the wine back in your cellar until you want to enjoy it again.

E8 - Michael Fohr from Amphora Trading & Zalto Glasses

Read Between the Wines Podcast is not really a podcast, it’s a repository of stories from the wine world. It is focused on the narratives behind the winemakers rather than wine scoring. 

Founded and hosted by Vino-enthusiast Pierre Ferland, it offers a different and refreshing concept in wine exploration. Each episode offers a unique perspective on vineyard’s tales, much like each vintage brings its own profile and personality to a blend. Some conversations will delve into winemaking techniques, while others will explore initiatives to preserve biodiversity and find solutions to combat climate change. 

From a consumer perspective, we are intrigued by how wine scoring has dominated the industry, leaving many enthusiasts perplexed by its intricacies yet still relying on a solitary number for their selections. We understand and respect the fact that a generous score can help move a few bottles and we won’t hold it against any wineries, but from a vintner and a winemaker perspective, we pose a pivotal question: what legacy do you wish to imprint upon your clientele? A numerical rating, or the compelling tale of your craft? Think about it. What score would you give to the “Mona Lisa” or “The Starry Night” from Van Gogh? About “Composition 8” from Kandinsky or “The Creation of Adam” by Michelangelo. It’s very subjective indeed and so is Pinot Noir from Burgundy, Cabernet Sauvignon from Australia and Riesling from Germany.

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Read Between the Wines Podcast is not really a podcast, it’s a repository of stories from the wine world. It is focused on the narratives behind the winemakers rather than wine scoring. Founded and hosted by Vino-enthusiast Pierre Ferland, it offers a different and refreshing concept in wine exploration. Each episode offers a unique perspective on vineyard’s tales, much like each vintage brings its own profile and personality to a blend. Some conversations will delve into winemaking techniques, while others will explore initiatives to preserve biodiversity and find solutions to combat climate change. From a consumer perspective, we are intrigued by how wine scoring has dominated the industry, leaving many enthusiasts perplexed by its intricacies yet still relying on a solitary number for their selections. We understand and respect the fact that a generous score can help move a few bottles and we won’t hold it against any wineries, but from a vintner and a winemaker perspective, we pose a pivotal question: what legacy do you wish to imprint upon your clientele? A numerical rating, or the compelling tale of your craft? Think about it. What score would you give to the “Mona Lisa” or “The Starry Night” from Van Gogh? About “Composition 8” from Kandinsky or “The Creation of Adam” by Michelangelo. It’s very subjective indeed and so is Pinot Noir from Burgundy, Cabernet Sauvignon from Australia and Riesling from Germany.

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