Cellar Notes on WYPR

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.

Whereas California cabernet sauvignon has set extremely high standards, you don't have to pay extremely high prices to get good quality. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duckhorn is a Napa pioneer, and their former second label Decoy is now a premier label in its own right, with good values. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People used to say if you can't pronounce "Gruner Veltliner" how could you sell it? Well, it's worked out a lot better than people thought. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reportedly America's second favorite white wine, Pinot Grigio has made tremendous strides in recent years and represents good value. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the perfect time to jump into the superb white wines of Alsace. Pierre Sparr, going back ten generations, is still cranking out quality. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time to sit back and enjoy fresh, crisp white wines that seem to hold springtime in a glass.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh has found tremendous value in a second label, crafted for the wise budget. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With all the interest in organic wines, here's a trio to drink right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's tremendous market interest in organic wines. Here are three organic reds that bring a lot to the table. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's nothing like a hint of sparkle in a wine to help toast the coming of spring. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many first rate wineries bottle quality juice that hasn't made it into the premium program. These wines are offered as "second labels" and are good deals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here's a set of three reds from Portugal that are delicious bargains. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In anticipation of spring, it's not unreasonable to turn our thoughts to lighter, fresher food with wine to match. Here are a few delightful lighter red wines to consider. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These selected white wines are perfect for comforting winter meals that call for something other than big red wines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.