Cellar Notes on WYPR

There's a hot new category in beer these days and it's all about being sour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These flavor packed whites from the south of France deserve a bigger audience. And check out the values! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summer's here and the time is right for rosé wines. Here's a handful of suggestions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not all delicious pinot noir comes from Burgundy. Here are three winners that hail from around the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We think one of the best ways to keep simple everyday wines around is to go the bag-in-a-box route. They're surprisingly good! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These light, flavorful reds are perfect for summer drinking, and go particularly well with grilled and barbecued food. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The beautiful pink rosés of France are perfect for this time of year, and Hugh has found a collection of winners. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of Al's favorite wines, Valpolicella may be built on the light side, but it is packed with flavor and "la dolce vita" character. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Albariño has become a very popular white wine from Spain. Hugh reviews several new entries into the market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CalStar owner/winemaker Rick Davis keeps sending us superb wines sourced from great Central Coast vineyards. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Italian whites are emerging as high quality, affordable choices for easy-going springtime drinking. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Among the most noble grapes in the world is riesling, which comes in an amazing variety of style and flavors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once rare and unknown, the French variety Viognier has become a world wide favorite. Some Viogniers can be quite costly, but Hugh has found some bargains. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some of the best white wines in the world come from France, and some of them are even quite reasonably priced. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Think of Argentina, think of Malbec. But wait, there's much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chilean whites are gaining an audience, but Chilean reds already have arrived. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quality continues to improve in Chile with modern up to date wine-making. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some call it Syrah, some call it Shiraz. Regardless, this is one interesting grape. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The back bone of many a Rioja, Tempranillo is a fabulous grape that also plays a prominent role elsewhere in Spain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The interest in organic wine is way up, so here are a trio of can't miss choices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the season for big hearty stews, which of course demand big hearty reds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may want to stock up on dessert wines, a wonderful finish to any great meal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to Al, few grapes reflect their origins better than zinfandel. Here's a look at a pair of fabulous regions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everybody has heard of brandy, but how many really drink it? Hugh gives you great reasons for trying this classic distilled beverage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The wines of Australia's Margaret River are among the most refined and graceful in a country that prizes big strapping wines. They show true class. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.