Today, Victoria Aslanian joins us to share her story. I am proud to say that one of, if not the first interview she ever did, was in our studio years ago. Great to have her energy and wisdom back in the studio for this episode of Wine Talks. Wine Talks…
Today, Paul is joined in studio by Charles Braastad of Delamain Cognac, whose history goes back to the 18th century. Wine Talks with Paul Kalemkiarian podcast: http://winetalks.libsyn.com ---- About the Wine of the Month Club® Two great wines and the best price in the industry delivered to your door at…
The theme of the day is passion. It is obvious in the trek of Damien Landouar to become the Director de Culture of Chateau Gaby. Wine Talks with Paul Kalemkiarian podcast: http://winetalks.libsyn.com ---- About the Wine of the Month Club® Two great wines and the best price in the industry…
The 12th-century Château Carbonnieux now owned by the Perrin family. Here to tell us the history is owner Eric Perrin. Wine Talks with Paul Kalemkiarian podcast: http://winetalks.libsyn.com ---- About the Wine of the Month Club® Two great wines and the best price in the industry delivered to your door at…
Today on Wine Talks, Paul talks winemaking with Chiara Fe, of Salcheto Toscana. Wine Talks with Paul Kalemkiarian podcast: http://winetalks.libsyn.com ---- About the Wine of the Month Club® Two great wines and the best price in the industry delivered to your door at the lowest shipping cost in the business.…
What an interesting history and conversation with Patric Kuh. Fascinating knowledge base and fun to hear the stories. Wine Talks with Paul Kalemkiarian podcast: http://winetalks.libsyn.com ---- About the Wine of the Month Club® Two great wines and the best price in the industry delivered to your door at the lowest…
These are quintessential biodynamic wines from one of the most forward-thinking wineries in California. Wine Talks with Paul Kalemkiarian podcast: http://winetalks.libsyn.com ---- About the Wine of the Month Club® Two great wines and the best price in the industry delivered to your door at the lowest shipping cost in the…
This is one of the best bargains I have had in a long while….and I have had some good ones. MontGras Reserve Cabernet Blend. Wine Talks with Paul Kalemkiarian podcast: http://winetalks.libsyn.com ---- About the Wine of the Month Club® Two great wines and the best price in the industry delivered…
This has all the nuances of a fine wine. If you have wanted to try Sake or are an avid fan, this is the right way to go. Wine Talks with Paul Kalemkiarian podcast: http://winetalks.libsyn.com ---- About the Wine of the Month Club® Two great wines and the best price…
What exactly is a Negociant? The goal of a good negociant is to take on the expenses of bottling so that farmers can focus on doing what they do best: growing grapes. But Mary Taylor is so much more than than. From cheesemonger, to wine auction editor to a bonafide…
Paul talks with Brandon Sparks-Gillis about what happens when you combine geology, baking, and a love of wine. Wine Talks with Paul Kalemkiarian podcast: http://winetalks.libsyn.com ---- About the Wine of the Month Club® Two great wines and the best price in the industry delivered to your door at the lowest…
Best Sangria I have ever tasted. Hands down. Wine Talks with Paul Kalemkiarian podcast: http://winetalks.libsyn.com ---- About the Wine of the Month Club® Two great wines and the best price in the industry delivered to your door at the lowest shipping cost in the business. Everything is fully guaranteed: "You…
Paul talks with Master of Wine, Peter Koff, about the passion it takes to be successful in the wine world. A Master Sommelier is different than a Master of Wine. Learn the differences and really, what the real hype is about. Peter and I have been having these deep wine…
Winetasting with Paul Kalemkiarian & Ed Masciana Wine: Picpoul De Pinet, 2017. Zazou Appellation: A.O.C. Picpoul de Pinet, France Picpoul de Pinet is one of the world's most beloved wines, and it's also the name of the appellation from which it hails. Our selection comes partially from vineyards in Montagnac…
Winetasting with Paul Kalemkiarian & Ed Masciana Wine: Samorëns, 2017. Ferraton Père & Fils Appellation: A.O.C. Côtes du Rhône, France As wine history in France goes, Ferraton is fairly young. Jeon Orens Ferraton began in 1946 with less than one acre of grapes. Fortunately, that acre was in Hermitage, one…
Winetasting with Paul Kalemkiarian & Ed Masciana Wine: Pinot Noir, 2014. Cru Appellation: Santa Lucia Highlands, California Our selection was aged in French oak barrels for nine months, 20% of which were new. Various clones of Pinot Noir were used for added complexity and depth. The primary goal was complexity,…
Winetasting with Paul Kalemkiarian & Ed Masciana Wine: Cabernet Sauvignon, 2015. Penny's Hill Appellation: McLaren Vale, Australia Penny's Hill is located in McLaren Vale, in South Australia. It is the most historic wine region in Australia, as it was the first area to plant grapes - in the 1850s. It…
Winetasting with Paul Kalemkiarian & Ed Masciana Wine: Rhône Blanc, 2016. Les Fustiers Appellation: A.O.C. Côtes du Rhône, France Only about 5% of the wines from the Rhône are white. We think the winemakers pay extra attention to them because of that rarity. In our case, the sublime blend here…
Winetasting with Paul Kalemkiarian & Ed Masciana Wine: Merlot, 2016. Robert Hall Appellation: Paso Robles, California Winemaker Don Brady is crafting some of the best Merlot in the state. Ours is loaded and lovely, laden with mouthwatering black and pink fruits, and punctuated with spice and caramel. With 13% Cabernet…
Winetasting with Paul Kalemkiarian & Ed Masciana Wine: Sauvignon Blanc, 2015. Circadia Appellation: California The team here takes a very hands-on approach to every wine they make. Our selection is no exception. Since they've traversed three continents in their pursuit of great wine, California wasn't much of a challenge. Here…
Winetasting with Paul Kalemkiarian & Ed Masciana Wine: Cuvée des Trois Vieilles, 2015. Dom. de l'Aqueduc Appellation: A.O.C. Duché d’Uzès, France We're not really sure why they've named their cuvee "Three Old," since it's a blend of just two varietals. But with Grenache and Syrah of this caliber, we don't…
Winetasting with Paul Kalemkiarian & Ed Masciana Wine: Ventoux, 2014. Cave Beaumont Ambrosis Appellation: A.O.C. Ventoux, France The diversity and the quality of the soils in their mountain vineyard have allowed the winemakers at Cave Beaumont du Ventoux to grow several varietals - including Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault and Mourvedre -…
Winetasting with Paul Kalemkiarian & Ed Masciana Wine: Frankovka Modrá, 2013. Chowaniec & Krajčírovič Appellation: Small Carpathian Viticultural Area P.D.O., Slovakia Frankovka Modra - known elsewhere as Blaufrankisch - is one of the varietals Slovakia inherited by being a part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. This is an authentic, locally significant…
Winetasting with Paul Kalemkiarian & Ed Masciana Wine: Bordeaux, 2014. Château Matignon Appellation: A.O.C. Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France This blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc is 100% organic. Its fruity, slightly spicy and very clean flavors are a perfect accompaniment to a barbequed steak or grilled chop. Its nose…