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

The rare hybrid red wine grape known as Marechal Foch was originally created in Alsace France, intended to withstand cold climates. Today we taste a sparkling red wine Pet Nat offering produced from Marechal Foch that was grown in The Appalachian Mountains. Pleb Urban Winery in Asheville NC’s River Arts District was sadly devastated during Hurricane Helene but its prior operation was acclaimed for creating these craft wine selections. #winepodcast #marechalfoch #hybridgrape

While we all recognize Northern California’s role in the global wine industry, not many consumers realize that Southern California hosts its own historic vineyards. Today we present an intense Zinfandel Rose wine offering created by Abe Schoener’s urban Los Angeles River Wine Company produced from grapes sourced from Lopez Vineyards in Cucamonga, CA. #winepodcast #zinfandel #losangeleswine

The DARE wine shop in historic Lenox, MA is run by French natives who select a carefully curated array of artisinal wines, including this 100% Chardonnay offering retailing in $20 range, produced from 25 year old vines in Puy de Dome region of Central France. Puy de Dome is 1 of 10 global Volcanic AOP appellations and is known for its rare terroir infused with ash + lava. #winepodcast #puydedome #berkshiresfoodie

Affectionately known as “the weapon” here at Gran Paradiso in Island Park NY, this red wine offering Le Argille is a Cabernet Sauvignon produced in Italy’s Veneto region. This selection is quite an impressive heavyweight item and pairs perfectly with both our classic veal parmigiana dish along with the special sausage padta. #winepodcast #italianwine #cabernetsauvignon

Here at local favorite Gran Paradiso in Island Park, within Long Island NY the baked artichoke in lemon crema is a perfect summertime pairing for Barbera d’Alba wine offering from Italy’s Piedmonte region. #winepodcast #longislandfoodie #italianwine

Travels in The Berkshires led us to Cafe Triskele where Moules Frites Curry proved a perfect pairing for crisp White Bordeaux from Graves Region. Gracious owner Gilbert Clerget is a French native from Corsica who provides a warm hospitality vibe. #berkshires #cafetriskele #moulesfrites

Here in The Berkshires at eclectic Ombra Wine Bar, David Kohl enjoys the benefits of a recently adopted wine bar trend : chillable red wine - - this selection is harvested within France’s Sud Ouest Region + produced from the extremely rare native hybrid grape known as "Juracon Noir", which drinks in a style akin to a Gamay or Pinot Noir. Try a chillable red this summer at a backyard barbecue or when ordering spicy food at your favorite bistro. #wine #winepodcast #chillableredwine

Emilia Romagna in northeast Italy produces rich red wines priced in the $20 range such as this Riserva Superiore from Celli Vineyards featuring the Sangiovese grape. The varietal pairs perfectly with gastronomic delights of the Emilia Romagna region and today we enjoy it with a hearty lasagna dish. #winepodcast #winelover #wine #sangiovese #emiliaromagna

Italy contains a wealth of budget friendly + interesting white wine grapes beyond the Pinot Grigio recognized by consumers. Today we present a Grillo offering from Fina Winery in the Marsala region of Sicily. While Marsala is associated with the well known sweet cooking wine, it also is home to white wine grapes such as Grillo that produce dry / citrus toned offerings priced in the $20 range that reflect a Mediterranean character. #winepodcast #wine #italianwhitewine #grillowine #sicilianwine

Austria’s Kamptal wine region located nearby to Vienna sits 400 meters above sea level and houses some fabulous vineyards such as Nastl, producing crisp + dry white wines from the Gruner Veltliner grape. Mineral driven in character, Gruner Veltliner has become more prevalent on by the glass wine menus and can be identified in wine shops by the bright red/ white cap honoring the Austrian flag. #winepodcast #wine #winelover #grunerveltliner