Winervana

Beer and wine are readily available for purchase at a full range of quality and price points. But some people choose to make their own. My first-ever guest Pat Helmers explains why you might want to do the same.

Chardonnay is great, of course, but when the weather is warm, it's not often the best choice. You want something crisp and refreshing. You want ABC: Anything But Chardonnay. In this episode, I discuss grape varieties and some specific suggestions from around the world for perfect summer sippers.

In this episode Stephen shares the making, history, pros and cons of canned wines. Cans have been around for many decades but recent innovations have sky rocketed their popularity, with quality wines!

In this episode Stephen discusses the differences between new world wines vs old world wines. The old world is Europe and the Middle east. The New World is elsewhere in the world e.g. the Americas, Australia, etc. Geography and differences in climate have a significant impact on wines and the vineyards they come from.

Ordering wine in a restaurant can be intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Stephen shares some tips on approaching the wine list, and how to get help if you're uncertain. But mainly, he rants about the wine price gouging far too many restaurants are guilty of.

Stephen Hawk introduces the Winervana podcast. He explains his point of view on wine and how it frames the podcast. He shares his story on how he became interested in wine. And, enjoys a Chardonnay while doing so.