In episode 2 of Season 4, we discuss Michael David Winery's Freakshow wines. We are only featuring 3 of the wines; however, the collection is a series of 6 wines with circus-themed images adorning the bottles inspired by elaborate touring attractions like Barnum and Bailey Circus. Similar to the 19 Crimes labels, Freakshow is as much about brand interaction as the wine. Consumers are encouraged to download a custom app that will reveal a series of face filters, allowing you to become one of Freakshow's outlandish characters.

Featured Freakshow wines: Zinfandel, Chardonnay, & Cabernet Sauvignon

Subtopic: Does your sign properly define you - Looking into astrology 🌞

We are opening Season 4 👏🏽 with Sangiovese wines! Sangiovese is a dry, light to medium-bodied red wine that tips towards higher levels of mouth-watering acidity and tighter tannins. The rich flavors range from rustic to fruity, depending on where and how the vines are managed. For fruit, expect cherry, plum, and red currant, as well as smoky and earthy herbaceousness.

Subtopic: While catching up with the cast, we venture into the sensitive conversation of the Rittenhouse, McMicheals, and Bryan trials. How the presiding judges differ and how these tragedies affected the community.

In this episode we discuss Apothic wine. The wines of Apothic were inspired by Apotheca, a mysterious place where wine was blended and store in 13th century Europe. Winemaker, Debbie Juergenson, continues to challenge convention by crafting bold, captivating Apothic blends. From vintage to vintage, the character and flavor of the individual varietals guide the shape of each blend.

Subtopic: How Deep is Your Love For Your Significant Other? When is enough....enough for you???

In this episode we reviewed Shanequé's favorite type of wine (red wine lover) and Calvin discovers that Black Music month is an actual thing and has been around since the 70's. 

Selections: Intrinsic, Ménage A Trois, Bread and Butter.

It's a Wine Vibe ✊🏾💃🏽🖤🕺🏽

Enter in as we sample and review some frugal wine selections!

We are serving up almond wine during this episode of 2 chicks WIIINNNNINNGGG (in Nina's voice)

Calvin took a trip to St. Augustine and was gifted with 5 bottles of Art of Earth organic wines. In this episode, we focused on 4, but will certainly add the 5th to a later episode. All of these selections were impressive!!

1. Malbec / 2. Montepulciano D'Abruzzo / 3. Pinot Grigio / 4. Rosé

Subtopic: That's not what we asked for (side-eye).

South Africa has a winemaking history that spans over 350 years. The first vines were planted in South Africa by Jan van Riebeeck in 1655 and it has been established as a wine growing country since the late 17th century. 

Brand Selections: Red Rhino, Robertson, and Stellar Organics

Subtopic: Curiosity or Concern

Chablis wines are 100% chardonnay grape and characterized by their purity, crispness, sophistication and minerality. This wine is great for beginners and can also be considered a table wine.

California Brands: Carlo Rossi, Livingston, and Vella

Subtopic: Kevin Samuels-Men Control Access to Relationships & Women Control Access to Sex

The Chicks took a back sit and allowed Calvin to pick the wine selections this week. In honor of the place where he made his debut, he chose 4 German wines; focusing on their most popular grape, Riesling.

Selections: Maximin Grunhaus, Piesporter Michelsburg Kabinett (Fritz Zimmre), Nik Weis Urban, and Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese (Fritz Zimmer).

Subtopic: One Night Stands

Aldi is always on point when it comes to picking up frugal wine selections. When you combine good taste with a frugal price, it's best to grab it when you see it because you may miss your chance. 

Our Aldi Finds for this episode: Petit Chocolat, Petit Coconut, Bee Well Rosé, Chateau Elan Summer Wine🧚🏽‍♂️

Subtopic: Does America Have A Gun Control Problem? Do We Need Stricter Gun Control Laws?