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Complex food combinations and the aperitif are the perfect applications for a bright, cleansing, aromatic wine, ie., Retsina. Modern, high-quality Retsina is a delightful choice at the table, to make you hungry, or toast the sunset. Invest a few minutes in the logic behind introducing curious, everyday wine drinkers to Retsina.

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Papagiannakos Retsina

Gai'a Ritinitis Nobilis 

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This wonderful topographic feature blesses northern Marin and southern Sonoma counties with cool foggy mornings and refreshing winds. Invest 10 minutes in the reasons the Petaluma Gap matters to the world of wine.

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MacRostie Nightwing Vineyard

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A valley within a valley that collects fog and refreshing winds from San Pablo Bay and transforms the warm Napa Valley sunshine into velvety, rich Cabernet Sauvignon. Invest 10 minutes in some of the reasons this AVA deserves its reputation.

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Pine Ridge Vineyards

Clos du Val 

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Sardinia has 17 DOCs and 1 DOCG to explore, but in this episode, I focus on the most popular. Get the quick essentials on Vermentino di Gallura DOCG, the island-wide DOCs for Vermentino and Cannonau, and the rich red Carignano di Sulcis DOC.

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Argiolas

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Sardinia has cool indigenous grapes and an ancient wine culture to lean on. This episode lays the foundation of knowledge for the island so that we can explore single appellations next. Invest 10 minutes in the diversity of Sardinia.

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Argiolas

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Monique Huston, VP of Spirits Portfolio, joins me for another Spirits Smart. Tariffs are difficult, but they point us to potential opportunities. Being intentional and thoughtful will benefit you. Invest 10 minutes in a little inspiration to think differently.

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Alta Langa offers high-quality, delicious sparkling wine and nothing else! The appellation regulations and the committed producers make this a must-explore opportunity. Invest 10 minutes to find out why you should be buying and selling these wines.

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Pecchenino

Alta Langa Consorzio 

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Lisboa offers light fresh whites through rich reds. It is a beautiful landscape and is heavily impacted by the North Atlantic Ocean. Each vineyard has a specific ability to produce styles of wine based on how much cool Atlantic air hits the vineyard. This is a must-try wine region!

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Chocapalha Winery

Lisboa Educational Course

Chocapalha is a Dream Podcast

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Flavor preferences are always moving among the consuming public. Lately, there has been a general move in the market toward savory, less sweet options. This plays out in the spirits and wine categories. This episode is about spirits, and I am thrilled to have Monique Huston, VP Spirits Portfolio Management, back to help us be Spirit Smarter.

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The San Luis Obispo Coast AVA captures the full influence of the Pacific Ocean, making it cool socially and climatically. Invest a few minutes into understanding why the SLO Coast needed to be its own AVA and why you should buy and sell its wines.