We love the “Killer B’s” of Italian Wine : Barolo, Barbaresco & Brunello. Currently Brunello di Montalcino reigns as the rock star of Tuscany. With power + elegance, the wines are produced from grapes known as Sangiovese Grosso. Today we taste a 2018 varietal from Fattoi vineyards, a classic Brunello that is offered at the unbelievably special price under $50 at Vintage Grapes in Port Washington NY. #wine #winepodcast #italy #italianwine #brunello #tuscany

Barossa Valley is regarded as Australia’s premier winemaking region, located in the south nearby to coastal Adelaide. While many consumers are only familiar with Australian Shiraz, the locally produced Cabernet Sauvignon is a superior offering. Today we taste a 2017 vintage Cabernet rich in black fruits, with hints of eucalyptus and we pair it with an Australian cheddar from Adelaide Hills. #wine #winepodcast #cabernetsauvignon #adelaidehills #australianwine

Loire Valley’s Bourgueil region sits across the river from Chinon and traces its wine making history back to Year 990 from activity within its Benedictine Abbey. Today we highlight a 100% Cabernet Franc varietal produced by a 7th generation winemaker in Bourgueil. Silky & mineral rich, these wines retail in the value range of $30. #wine #winepodcast #loirevalley #bourgueil #cabernetfranc

Tune in to David Kohl's wine podcast for a special guest today, Ulysses Gonzales of Miami who is an expert on South American wines. Topic is State of the Wine Industry : Argentina. #wine #winepodcast #argentina #argentinawine #southamericanwines

The Romorantin White Wine Grape is one of the least recognized varietals, but it is definitely worth discovering. Commissioned to be grown as a signature grape in Loire Valley by France’s King Francois I during the late 15th Century, Romorantin today is quite scarce and found primarily in the Cour Cheverny region of Loire. #wine #winepodcast #loirevalley #courcheverny #romorantin

It seems every media story carries stressful news regarding tariff negotiations, but it’s important to remember that wine brings joy to the world : Let’s Make Wine Fun Again . . . blending fragrant Combier rose liqueur from France’s Loire Valley with sparkling wine is a festive idea perfect for springtime celebrations. #wine #winepodcast #frenchliquer

The Mediterranean island of Corsica produces native grapes Vermentinu & Muscat that can create a refreshing Quinquina Blanc cocktail that showcases the citron spice & cinchona tree bark reflected in the character of classic Quinquina. #winepodcast #corsica #quinquina #cocktails

Sherry wine has played a fascinating role in literary history : from Edgar Allen Poe’s “Cask of Amantillado” to Shakespeare’s Falstaff and Dickensian Novels we see Sherry as an illustration of refined lifestyles. While not as popular today, dare we mention Niles & Fraser Crane ? Sherry is produced in the Jerez region of Spain, from Palomino grapes. In today’s episode we taste a dry Sherry with a nutty and rich character, perfect as an aperitif. #wine #winepodcast #sherrywine #jerezsherry #amantillado #shakespeare

The Mediterranean island of Cyprus is an ancient winemaking region, producing a rich wine known as Commandaria. As a blend of both white & red grapes (known as Mavro & Xynisteri) the unique flavor is derived from a special winemaking process that utilizes sundried methods. #wine #winepodcast #cyprus #commandariawine #winemaking

It is said that when George Washington and the Founding Fathers toasted their signing of our Declaration of Independence, Madeira was the spirit of choice. Produced on its namesake volcanic island off the coast of Portugal, Madeira has long been a staple of American wine culture. David Kohl recalls the thrill of tasting a Civil War vintage 1864 Madeira at Fort Lauderdale’s favorite wine venue : Wine Watch. #wine #winepodcast #madeira