Stop Wasting Your Wine

On this episode, we’re heading back to Portugal for a full review of the Destino Fifth Empire Douro Red Blend 2019. This bold red had us swirling through notes of cherry, plum, vanilla, and oak with a floral twist that caught us off guard. This week, we dig into the grapes Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Tinta Roriz, and talk about what each brings to the blend as part of our learning segmen...

This week, we kick things off with a review of the 2023 Domaine Laurent Dufouleur Bourgogne Aligoté. This underrated white grape comes from the celebrated Burgundy region but is often overlooked in favor of the ever-popular Chardonnay. After the review, we sit down for a great conversation with another resident of Burgundy, Mohona Chowdhury, who you may know on Instagram as @the_winedian_girl. Moh...

This week, the gang rocks out to the Hampton Water Rosé by Jesse and Jon Bon Jovi. On this episode, the boys embark on a mission to find out if this wine is a true summer staple or just another celebrity cash grab. Along the way, we break down the structural component body in wine and get into a heated debate over whether Hampton Water qualifies as a certified porch pounder. Come for the review an...

Join us as we are back in France and stepping up from Beaujolais-Villages level wines into one of the Crus as we crack open the 2023 Laurent Delaunay Morgon Gamay. Colin’s on a mission to rediscover his love for Gamay, and we’re all in. This week, we explore the surprising differences between the aromas and flavors in the glass, dive into the joys of chilled red wine season, and revisit the basics...

We did it. 100 episodes. No missed weeks. No skipped pours. This week, we celebrate by going back to the bottles that changed the game for us. One red. One white. Both unforgettable. We’re talking benchmark wines, wine fridge drama, and how far we’ve come since episode one. If you’ve been with us since the start or you’re just popping in, this one’s for you. Let’s raise a glass to good wine, good...

Join us this week as we’re popping bottles, quietly, with special guest Natalie Singletary, owner of the Wine Knot Sky Bar and Cocktail Lounge in Wilmington, NC. Natalie joins us to review the Henri Champliau Cremant De Bourgogne Rosé Brut as we dig into her wine journey, talk about building inclusive wine spaces and learn a bit about Crémant and the awesome value it can bring. Wine. Laughs. Couga...

This week we pop open the 2019 Zlatan Otok Plavac Mali from Hvar, Croatia. Joining us is guest host Ellen Lainez, a wine educator and founder of The Wine Consul. Her work brings wine education to life through hands-on experiences and training across the hospitality industry. We dive into five things you need to know about Croatian wine. Then we fire up a round of Pick Your Poison to keep things fu...

This week, we dive into not one but two Txakoli wines from Ameztoi, a standout producer from Spain’s Basque Country. Never heard of Txakoli? You’re not alone. Returning guest Dr. Coleman leads the way as we explore these zippy wines and the grapes behind them, Hondarrabi Zuri and Hondarrabi Beltza. Plus, we test a new game called Somm Lier (yeah, we’re still workshopping the name). So, grab a glas...

This week, we uncork a bottle of Ulrich Langguth 12° Sekt from Germany’s Mosel region. Sparkling wine on the show? You know what that means, we’re celebrating. This time, it’s a toast to Aaron as he welcomes his newborn daughter. But that’s not all. We’re diving into the fascinating world of German sparkling wine, Sekt, and watching as Colin fights to defend his coveted Spellmolier crown. Grab a g...

Join us as we dive into the 2024 Cedar Rose Vineyards  Silica  from New Jersey’s Outer Coastal Plain AVA. This bold blend of Viognier, Albariño, and Sauvignon Blanc will have you asking why more winemakers haven’t put these grapes together! Joining us is Steve from NJ Stomps the Grape, our go-to New Jersey wine expert, who breaks down the New Jersey wine scene and gives us some fascinating insight...

Join us as we review the 2022 Seghesio Family Vineyards Zinfandel from Sonoma County. This week, we tackle a 15% ABV wine for our second recording of the night, and see where that takes us. Joel surprises us with a rare but always welcome Wine Facts, and we wrap with an invigorating debate about how high, or low, the bar is for free wine. Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

This week, we’re cracking open the 2021 Rabbit Ranch Pinot Noir from Central Otago, New Zealand. This week, Colin and Joel show off their social media savvy—or lack thereof, we dig into what makes Central Otago tick and why its Pinot Noir stands out. Plus, we debut a brand-new game: Read Between the Wines. Join us for some laughs, some wine, and an all-around good time. Connect with the show. We w...

Join us this week as we review the 2021 1858 Merlot from, California. Colin bravely steps up to the plate for our first ever solo blind tasting and absolutely nails that it's a red wine! We also learn a bit about Caymus and the 1858 brand, well, at least Joel does, and play a quiz game that should have been easier than the guys made it. Tune in for wrong answers, lots of laughs, and another gr...

This week, we’re joined by guest host Adam Wolf for a deep dive into the 2022 Byron Blatty Tannat from LA County—a wine he personally brought to the table. Adam shares how a single glass turned his wine curiosity into full-blown obsession, unpacks the overlooked history of LA's wine scene, and explores the unexpected ways wine and music overlap. We also bring back a show favorite: Zinfan-Hell Yeah...

What do you get when you freeze grapes on the vine and squeeze out just a few precious drops? One of the wildest wines we've ever tasted. In this episode, we explore a 2022 Wagner Vineyards Ice Wine from New York’s Finger Lakes. It’s syrupy, it’s complex, and it’s way more than just “sweet.” We break down what makes ice wine so expensive, why its acidity blew us away, and how this dessert wine fli...

Join us as we review the 2022 El Enemigo Cabernet Franc from Mendoza, Argentina. This week, we're joined by the Wannabe Sommelier herself, the fabulous Priscilla Jimenez. We dive into Priscilla’s wine journey, explore what makes Cab Franc unique in Mendoza, and play another round of Pick Your Poison. So, grab a glass of your favorite Argentine red and sip along as we laugh, learn, and explore in t...

Join us as we review the 2022 Isabel Estate Common Vine Sauvignon Blanc from Waihopai Valley, New Zealand. This week, the crew dives into this zesty white wine, breaking down its bright citrus, crisp acidity, and classic Marlborough character. Colin’s favorite game, Spellmollier , makes a chaotic return, and Aaron pulls some zany antics for April Fool’s Day. You won’t want to miss this April Fool’...

Join us this week as we welcome Dr. Jeffrey Coleman, co-founder of the Milwaukee Wine Academy and an associate professor of Iberian Studies at Northwestern University. Dr. Coleman shares his journey from academia to wine education, his research on Spanish wine culture, and his upcoming book  Liquid Identities: Bottling the Nation . We also dive into two exceptional Spanish sparkling wines, one fro...

Join us as we review the 2023 Gianfranco Alessandria Barbera d’Alba. This week, the crew dives into this interesting Italian red wine exploring its bold red and black fruit and unique floral notes. Colin leads a deep dive into Barbera’s history and why it’s the everyday red of Piedmont. Plus, a surprise Face-Off—does the legendary Beronia still hold its place in the wine fridge? Grab a glass and j...

This week, we review the 2018 Marqués de la Concordia Rioja Viña Alarde Reserva. Is this the Rioja that dethrones our favorite? In this episode, we put that question to the test. We break down the flavors, debate its spot in our wine fridge, and drop some fun Rioja knowledge along the way. Plus, a game of PiNope or ChardonnYay puts our wine-loving instincts to the test. Is the Beronia Rioja Reserv...

This week, we review the 2022 Château Lamothe-Vincent Bordeaux Reserve, and let’s just say, opinions are split. We’re also introducing a brand-new segment,  Wine News with Joel , where Joel shares a surprising story from the world of wine. And,  Pick Your Poison  is back, putting our wine, and monetary, motivations to the test. Join us for a lively discussion, a few tough choices, and a review tha...

Join us as we review the 2023 Mucchietto Soave from—you guessed it—the Soave DOC in the Veneto region of Italy. This week, we discuss our possible impending meeting with an asteroid, learn about the Soave DOC and the Garganega grape, and wrap things up with a round of I'm Wine with That. So grab your favorite glass of wine, sit back, and join us for a fun and informative review! Connect with t...

Join us as our friend and longtime supporter of the pod, Matt "The Wine Sergeant," stops by to help us review the 2022 Educated Guess Napa County Cabernet Sauvignon. Matt is embarking on his own wine adventure, and in this episode, we get to know more about his journey. Plus, we play a round of Pick Your Poison and dive into what just might be the king of grocery store wines—no spoilers! Follow Ma...

Welcome to But Did They Like It?, the no-nonsense wine bonus pod from the guys at Stop Wasting Your Wine. Here, we get straight to the wine talk and review. Each week, we dive right into the bottle, sharing honest thoughts and insights without any extra frills. If you’re here for the wine, you’re in the right place! This week's wine: Chateau d'Esclans, Whispering Angel Rosé, 2023 Connect w...

Join us this week as we welcome the whispers of a true classic—Whispering Angel! In this episode, we dive into the Côtes de Provence, play another super fun round of 'I'm Wine With That', and review the 2023 Château d'Esclans Whispering Angel Rosé. Expect learning, laughter, and plenty of great wine conversation!" Chapters 00:00-Intro 03:52-Todays Wine: Rectoral De Amandi Mencía, Heroic Edition,20...