Tune In to Wine with David Kohl : Bordeaux, Burgundy &; Beyond

The Jura wine-growing region of France located at the eastern border near Switzerland received appellation status in 1937 and today produces world class selections that do not receive an appropriate amount of attention from the global community of enthusiasts. We highlight an offering from the acclaimed Tissot Family featuring Jura’s signature white wine grape known as Savagnin. A mineral driven tasting experience with notes of almond paste & orchard fruits, this rich varietal is often compared as a cross between Chardonnay & Gewurztraminer. #winepodcast #jurawine #whitewine #savagningrape #winelover

David Kohl explored different enclaves of Paris in a recent trip and enjoyed St. Georges district of 9th Arrondissement where he discovered La Cave Mieux wine shop specializing in naturel/organic wines such as this gem “Les Plaques” produced by Domaine Mont de Marie situated in IGP Gard winemaking region of Languedoc. This unique Blanc de Noir style blend of 4 grapes : Grenache Gris, Grenache Rouge, Grenache Blanc + Carignan Blanc was an opportunity that “The Grape Explorer” could not resist. #winepodcast #winelover #languedocwine #igpgardregion #domainemontdemarie #whitewineblend #9tharrondissement #pariswineshop

David Kohl highlights one of Loire Valley’s lesser-known wine regions : Coteaux du Gennois. As a neighbor to Sancerre, Coteaux du Gennois has been a winemaking destination since the 6th Century but only earned appellation status in 1998. Domaine Poupat run by current family members Philippe, Damien and Xavier has been the cornerstone of Coteaux du Gennois viticulture for almost 400 years., delivering top value Sauvignon Blanc offerings. With Sancerre pricing on the rise, Coteaux du Gennois may now be poised to emerge as a more consumer friendly alternative. #winepodcast #loirevalleywine #winelover #winevalues #whitewine #coteauxdugennois #sauvignonblanc

David Kohl dines at Opus Steakhouse on Long Island and selects a “premium pour” Angelo Gaja Super Tuscan known as Promis, to pair with a succulent filet mignon with sides of sautéed mushrooms & charred broccolini. This highly regarded blend of Merlot, Syrah & Sangiovese is produced in Bolgheri, Italy as a less pricey offering from superstar winemaker Gaja, who is best known for his elite Barbaresco vineyards. #angelogaja #supertuscan #steakhouse #longislandfoodie #wineanddine

David Kohl attends a Bordeaux wine tasting in Paris, and has an opportunity to speak with Vincent Cruege the winemaker at acclaimed grand cru classe Sauternes estate Chateau Lafaurie Peyraguey #winepodcast #sauternes #grandcruclasse #chateaulafauriepeyraguey

David Kohl visits a wine tasting event in a Paris that honors Bordeaux’s 1855 Classification, where gems such as 2009 Chateau Montrose are highlighted. #winepodcast #grandcruclasse #chateaumontrose #bordeauxlover

David Kohl is pleased to speak with Philippe Blanc, Managing Director of Grand Cru Classe Wine Estate Chateau Beycheville , in Paris at an elegant event honoring the 1855 Bordeaux Classification. #wine #winepodcast #chateaubeychevelle #1855classification #grandcruclasse

Here in Paris with a majestic view overlooking The Tuileries Garden + The Louvre, David Kohl attends a grand cru classe wine tasting honoring the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, where 2015 Chateau Palmer is showcased. Truly a memorable event. #chateaupalmer #winepodcast #grandcruclasse #1855classification #tuileries

At Restaurant Elmer in Paris, David Kohl enjoys a light white wine blend of Chardonnay, Vermentino, Grenache Blanc from Domaine Gauby in France’s Cote de Catalanes region, at the foot of The Pyrenees Mountains. #winepodcast #cotedecatalanes #winelover #whitewineblend #pyreneeswine

David Kohl continues his wine adventure in Paris, today attending the wonderful session offered by Le Cordon Bleu to learn about cheese + wine from their expert sommelier who shared his knowledge through a tasting experience that features 5 gourmet pairings. We highlight the Juracon petiit manseng, rich in apricot / walnut notes that was the perfect accompaniment to Roquefort blue veined cheese. #winepodcast #lecordonbleu #juracon #wineandcheese