Two Guys Talking Wine

André does a blind tasting of non-alcoholic beer with Michael. They discuss dry January - and what is going on at the LCBO. You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at  www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first show of 2024 has us speaking with a natural wine producer ... Michael and André have learned that natural wine is currently in the process of being defined. Which is great news for the consumer. That producer is Xavier Amirault - and his wines are delicious! Michael discovered Xavier on a recent trip to the Loire so he was thrilled to have the opportunity to sit down with him in Canada....

Michael and André sit down to discuss their recent Toronto Life articles - and reflect on the year that was 2023 https://torontolife.com/food/holiday-wine-guide-2023-lcbo-gift-bottles/ https://torontolife.com/food/holiday-wine-guide-lcbo-bargain-bottles/ https://torontolife.com/food/holiday-wine-guide-the-lcbos-best-canadian-made-spirits/ You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at  w...

Michael and André had a chance to cook their own dinner with the fine people from Ruffino. They sit down with Beppe D'Andrea the Brand Ambassador for Ruffino. They discuss what's going on in Tuscany. The fact that Ruffino has recently aquired vineyards in Bolgheri - sustainability and more. You can learn more about Ruffino here - https://ruffino.com/ Thank you to Val D'Oca for their sponsorship -...

**This Episode is sponsored by Val D'Oca Prosecco** Every year Médoc hosts a marathon that involves a combination of long distance running ... and drinking wine. How did Matt fare? Is this marathon worth the hype? Learn more about the marathon here - https://www.marathondumedoc.com/ Thank you to Val D'Oca for their sponsorship - You can learn more about their wines at  www.valdoca.com/en/ You...

**This Episode is sponsored by Val D'Oca Prosecco** Michael visited some of the most well known Cabernet Franc regions in France. Chinon, Bourgueil, Anjou, and Saumur-Champigny. He comes back to talk about where Ontario Cabernet Franc stands in the world - and what we might be missing out on in Ontario. The press trip was organized by Sopexa - https://www.sopexa.com/ You can learn more about Loire...

**This Episode is sponsored by Val D'Oca Prosecco** André recently visited Alto Adige for their Wine Summit. His trip centered around scenic Bolzano. He was shocked and pleased to see the supreme quality of the wines from this region. Also, the depth of varieties planted with everything from Sauvignon Blanc to Merlot. You can learn more about Alto Adige here - https://www.altoadigewines.com/ The p...

**This Episode is sponsored by Val D'Oca Prosecco** André and Michael had the opportunity to sit down with Gottfried Mocke, the Chief Winemaker at Boekenhoutskloof Winery located in South Africa. We taste through a line up of wines ranging from old vines semillon, to syrah, to chardonnay and pinot noir. You can learn more about Boekenhoutskloof Wineyr at  www.boekenhoutskloof.co.za Thank you...

**This Episode is also sponsored by Val D'Oca Prosecco** Recently André Proulx appeared on an episode of Canadaland sharing his work into the current state of Wine Writing in Ontario. He takes a look at the damage being done by the LCBO and their Food and Drink Catalog. He also takes a look at the suspicious writing that takes place in the Toronto Star. Michael unpacks what was said and what went...

**This Episode is Sponsored Content thanks to Vins de Chablis****This Episode is also sponsored by Val D'Oca Prosecco** Michael and André do a quick overview of Vins de Chablis tasting through the whole pyramid going from Petit Chablis up to Grand Cru. They also take a moment to discuss https://unlock.chablis-wines.com/ a new online program to help people get a better understanding of the region....

We were approached by a listener Myles - who wanted to free up some space in the cellar. So he brought the largest lineup of wines we have ever tasted for Stump the Chump. We were also joined by Jordan of rescuingtrappedwine fame. How did the crew do? Were there any duds in the lineup? You can follow Myles and Jordan at the links belowhttps://www.instagram.com/cellartimewine/https://www.instagram....

We are joined today by Valentino Valentini of Agricola Bocale. Michael and André recently tasted through a lineup of wines in an attempt to teach André more about Sagrantino - and the wines of Umbria. It appears the movement to use less oak in wine production has made it's way to Montefalco. Available to purchase in Ontario through Apparition Wines & Spirits: www.apparitionwines.com | sales@appari...

We woke up early in July to sit down with Diego Corradi from the Verona Mountains, and the Export Manager with Azienda Agricola Graziano Prà. We learn about a wine that is named after a beloved border collie - and the impact that volcanic soils have on Soave. We also scratch the surface on the sweet wines of the region. André may have learned something about Italian wine - Michael was Michael. Yo...

We are joined today by Matteo Apollonio, export manager for Mezzacorona Wines. We go through the lineup including Pinot Grigio - and the low alcohol Pinot Grigio that may make its way to a family picnic this summer... but not at Michael's house. You can learn more about Mezzacorona by visiting https://www.mezzacorona.it/Thanks to Woodman Wines for hosting us - you can find the Mezzacorona Wines at...

There have been many jokes about Chardonnay over the years on this podcast. But André got a chance to make the pilgrimage to the mother land in Bourgogne. He traveled from the Maconnais up to Cote des Nuits - and did learn something along the way. With thanks to:Pascal Marchand - http://www.marchand-tawse.com/en/Veronique Drouhin - https://www.drouhin.com/en_US/Sylvain Pataille Domaine Pavelot - h...

So Michael and André have both been to Abruzzo. They both tried to learn something - did it finally stick? Michael is fevereshly working on his Rosé report so tasted a lot of cerasuolo while away. Highlights from his trip include Torre dei Beati - www.torredeibeati.itMasciarelli - http://www.masciarelliwine.com Nic Tartaglia - www.nictartaglia.com Pasetti - www.pasettivini.itYou can support Two Gu...

Michael went to France - André decides (once again) to try to learn something from him. Anything that is learned is by accident. You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael recently spent some time in Italy - so André decides to try to learn something from him. Rest assured anything learned is purely by accident. You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and André recorded this before Michael took off to Italy and France for a month. André is getting ready to take off to Burgundy. They decided to taste through some wines from Kacaba, Chateau des Charmes, and 16 Mile to get ready for summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are joined by Corrie Krehbiel the winemaker from Mission Hill. Michael recently had a chance to taste these wines at an event in Toronto. He was so impressed that he thought this would be a great opportunity to talk to the winemaker from Mission Hill about what's going on there. We asked if they would provide some wines to taste - and they did not disappoint by delivering bottles of Perpetua, O...

Today Michael and André are joined by Gabriele Fasan of Ponte. This winery has a large portfolio including more than a few bottles of Prosecco that are tasted on this podcast. You can learn about Ponte here: https://www.ponte1948.it/You can order these wines by contacting J Cipelli - https://www.jcipelli.ca/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwin...

Today we are joined by Melanie Young & David Ransom of the Connected Table. Longtime members of the wine community you can listen to their radio show and connect with them by visiting - https://theconnectedtable.com/ Melanie also hosts Fearless Fabulous You - Where you can hear her share the stories of women entrepreneurs. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/209-fearless-fabulous-you-27073519/Today we...

Michael was kind enough to procure a bottle of 2009 Ridge Monte Bello for André this year. After enjoyin the bottle together they thought they should reach out to the source to unpack what makes this wine so damned good - and why it's such an icon. Ridge Vineyards responded the call by sending head winemaker John Olney to put up with the guys this week while they sipped on the current vintage for...

Today Michael and André are joined by Paul K of the Original Wine Of The Month Club. We discuss the current state of wine journalism and how important wine scores are when it comes to selling wine in 2023. We definitely make mention of James Suckling, Luca Maroni, and Carolyn Evans Hammond as people who's scores are regularly flagged as being out to lunch. You can subscribe to Paul K's Podcast at:...

Are yeast strains interesting? Michael and André unpack this question when they taste through a trio of wines from Ontario's Flat Rock Cellars. They bottled two incarnations specificlly by the yeast strain used to ferment these wines. What impact does yeast have on wine? You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...