Cellar Notes on WYPR

Everyone knows the Bordeaux regions of Médoc, St. Emilion and Pomerol. But there are 62 other appellations there, many of which are producing super values. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's more to Spanish reds than those two most favored grapes. Hugh picks out some examples. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Portugal is building an audience, and these reds make the case that it should grow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chardonnay isn't the only grape to get the oak treatment. These wines were aged in oak, but handled in a restrained, sensible manner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Under-appreciated but extremely well made, they aren't all sweet and they aren't riesling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For vacations, you can't beat the South of France; but it's also the home of some serious wine values See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The premier red grape of Spain changes its nature depending where it's planted. Al discusses three different examples. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the perfect time of year to enjoy the fresh, fruity rosés of the world. Al takes us on a tour of some attractive rosé producing regions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

White Burgundy on a budget? Well, such a thing is possible in the Mâcon region where chardonnay is king. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ideal wine for casual relaxed dinners, built to be loved, easy to drink. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's fun to go exploring off the beaten path, and Hugh is doing just that, looking at three whites from unfamiliar regions in Spain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An overlooked noble white grape, chenin blanc is capable of a wide variety of styles and flavor profiles. Hugh looks at three. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maybe the oldest continuously producing wine region, Greece has seen enormous progress in its wine in recent years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grown around the world, Syrah, or Shiraz, has become a big hit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the most venerable grapes in Italy is still making high quality white wine, and Hugh has a sampling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A lot of wineries love single varietal wines, but some of the most interesting and affordable choices are big red blends. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Founded by the late Jim Clendenen, Au Bon Climat set the pace for restrained, well-crafted pinot noir and chardonnay. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Italians have made a fine art out of dining outdoors, and here are some perfect wines for it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you hate oaky chardonnay, here are a few ideas you might want to try. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the season for light and enjoyable pink wines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time to stock up on big reds for the barbie, and we have some ideas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They started out as simple entry level wines, but A to Z has upped their game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zin is Al's favorite grape and he has found some wonderful examples. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A glance at a few of New Zealand's signature wines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Renown for their reds, the Pacific Northwest also has some fine white wines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.