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When you remove the culture and history (like through blind tasting) you lose what wine is about. I was on Season 5 - Episode 6 of The Real Wine Show Watch the whole episode here. https://youtu.be/48ZhIJCwXwE?si=0wtsE6xLztwYmP4Y   https://www.therealwineshow.com   *** FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/   T...

Where is the line between educating wine drinkers and supporting their pleasure. I was on Season 5 - Episode 6 of  The Real Wine Show Watch the whole episode here. https://youtu.be/48ZhIJCwXwE?si=0wtsE6xLztwYmP4Y   https://www.therealwineshow.com   *** FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/   TikTok: https://w...

Just outside of Cambados, a few hundred meters from the ocean, you'll find Constantina Sotelo.  It's a small family vineyard where the Sotelo family has been making wine for nearly 200 years. Constantina Sotelo: https://www.constantinasotelo.com   Their wines are entirely natural wines. In this 21 minute video, David Bugallo Sotelo takes us on a leisurely tour of the cellars and the vineyards. In...

You'll be shocked at how little wine you have to buy before you become th 1% of wine drinkers. I was on Season 5 - Episode 6 of  The Real Wine Show Watch the whole episode here. https://youtu.be/48ZhIJCwXwE?si=0wtsE6xLztwYmP4Y   https://www.therealwineshow.com   *** FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/     T...

New York City's shameful neglect of the wines of the Finger Lakes. I was on Season 5 - Episode 6 of The Real Wine Show Watch the whole episode here. https://youtu.be/48ZhIJCwXwE?si=0wtsE6xLztwYmP4Y   https://www.therealwineshow.com   *** FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@...

We are all deep into our own wine bubbles... I was on Season 5 - Episode 6 of The Real Wine Show. Watch the whole episode here. https://youtu.be/48ZhIJCwXwE?si=0wtsE6xLztwYmP4Y   https://www.therealwineshow.com   *** FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman   WORK...

Is natural wine like jazz?  Some of the ways it is critized are similiar. I was on Season 5 - Episode 6 of The Real Wine Show  with  @drmatthewhorkey  and & Dair Calder-Piedmont Watch the whole episode here. https://youtu.be/48ZhIJCwXwE?si=0wtsE6xLztwYmP4Y   https://www.therealwineshow.com   *** FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com   Instagram: https://www.ins...

How the USA's lack of wine regulation allows consumers to understanding european wines better. I was on Season 5 - Episode 6 of  The Real Wine Show  with  Dr Matthew Horkey  and & Dair Calder-Piedmont This is a clip from that podcast. Watch the whole episode here. https://youtu.be/48ZhIJCwXwE?si=0wtsE6xLztwYmP4Y   https://www.therealwineshow.com   *** FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website:...

Champagne fizz, cellar sounds, vineyard walks at Champagne Joël Falmet in Rouvre‑les‑Vignes. Every natural sound invites unintentional ASMR calm. Filmed on Joël's 6.5‑hectare family estate in Spring 2024.  Herbicides and pesticides are shunned here. This quiet vignette of unintentional ASMR offers a rare, intimate listen to the craft of grower‑champagne.  Champagne Joel Falmet: https://patrickalle...

Rias Baixas.  Located in Galicia,the Northwest corner of Spain.  Home to the iconic crisp, fresh white wine called Albarino … and the glorious shellfish that pair so well with it. Let's start in Cambados and discover the Top Five Wineries to Visit in Rias Baixas.  We'll uncover historic Pazos (manor houses with an onsite winery), natural wineries with female winemakers, large wineries that push th...

A Hidden Vineyard in the Heart of Paris: the Clos Montmartre Explore Clos Montmartre, one of Paris's best-kept secrets—a working vineyard tucked away in the charming streets of Montmartre. On this exclusive tour, Laurence Debart-Johner takes you through a place rarely open to the public. Learn how this vineyard survived urban development due to the work of a cartoonist, Francisco Poulbot.  Clos Mo...

Explore the historic Domaine Long-Depaquit in Chablis, France, a renowned estate producing some of the finest Chablis wines. Join me on a tour of the stunning property, and traditional cellars where this legendary wine is crafted. 2024 Along the way, we'll uncover what makes this region's Chardonnay so distinctive, and discover why Chablis wines are celebrated around the world.  Conclude with Aust...

Join Austin Beeman as he tastes rich Rhone and Spanish style of Caelesta Vineyard with family winemaker Brian Farrell Jr.  We'll visit the Celeste vineyard located perfectly in the Templeton Gap AVA near Paso Robles, California. Then we'll head to the tasting patio as Brian tastes Austin through a lineup of the wines, talking about their production and inspiration. Finally, Brian Farrell takes us...

Join Austin Beeman as he explores the iconic R. Lopez de Heredia Vina Tondonia winery in Haro, Rioja, Spain. https://www.lopezdeheredia.com/indexgb.html   THIS IS A SPECIAL SECRET EPISODE OF UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN http://www.austinbeeman.com/podcast   Established in 1877, this winery is one of Spain's oldest and most revered, known for its commitment to traditional winemaking techni...

Join Gretchen Voelcker, the owner and winemaker of Luna Hart Wines, as she takes us on a tour of Hendricks Vineyard in Ballard Canyon - a key source of grapes for her small-production, minimal intervention wines. https://lunahartwines.com   Learn about Gretchen's passion project, Luna Hart, which she started in 2014 with a focus on unique varietals like Grüner Veltliner, Sauvignon Blanc, Cinsault,...

Join Gretchen Voelcker, the winemaker at Piazza Family Wines, as she takes us on a tour of their stunning estate vineyard in Ballard Canyon. Learn about the region's distinctive limestone soils, coastal fog patterns, and sun and wind exposure that contribute to the exceptional quality of their handcrafted, minimal-intervention wines. http://www.piazzafamilywines.com   Gretchen shares insights into...

Join Sunny Doench Stricker, the passionate owner and winemaker of Future Perfect Wines, as she takes us on an intimate tour through her thoughtfully crafted wine portfolio. Discover the unique terroir of Santa Barbara County and how it inspires Sunny's winemaking approach, focused on Old World-style balance and drinkability. https://futureperfectwine.com   From the crisp, tropical-tinged Sauvignon...

In this episode of "Understanding Wine with Austin Beeman," Austin is at Tank Garage Winery's brand-new filling station in Paso Robles, California, tasting a lineup of unique wines with general manager Ed Feuchuk. From their bold blends to innovative rosés and pét-nat sparklers, Tank Garage Winery embraces an unconventional winemaking style. Their tasting room, a blend of retro and modern, capture...

Join Austin Beeman as he visits Tin City in Paso Robles, California, to meet with David McGee, owner and winemaker of Monochrome Wines. David shares his passion for crafting distinctive white wine blends that showcase the diverse terroir of the region. https://monochromewines.com   Discover the story behind Monochrome Wines and David's unconventional path to winemaking. With a background in aerosp...

Join wine enthusiast Austin Beeman as he introduces you to PasoSecco, the first and only Charmat-style sparkling wine made exclusively with grapes from Paso Robles, California.  In this video, Austin talks with PasoSecco's founder and vintner, Chris Kern, to discuss the unique process behind this refreshing and delicious sparkling wine.  https://pasosecco.com  Learn about the Charmat method, a tan...

Welcome to the 100th episode of "Understanding Wine with Austin Beeman"! In this special episode, I'm diving deep into the heart of Portugal's wine culture at WOW Porto (World of Wine), a cultural complex that's a paradise for wine lovers and a treasure trove of Portuguese heritage. 🌍🍇 Why Portugal is a Must-Visit for Wine Enthusiasts: Portugal is not just a hotspot for tourists and digital noma...

🍇 Embark on a Wine Adventure with José Sá at WOW Porto's Wine School 🍷  An exclusive interview with José Sà, the visionary director of The Wine School at WOW (World of Wine) in Porto. Immerse yourself in a world where old Port storage houses have been transformed into a vibrant cultural hub. At the heart of WOW, José shares his philosophy that understanding wine is primarily about knowing your p...

Welcome to my travel and wine channel! In this short yet captivating video, we embark on a visual journey to explore the stunning blue azulejos (traditional Portuguese tiles) of Pinhão Train Station, nestled in the heart of Portugal's Douro Valley.  🔹 About the Pinhão Train Station:  Pinhão is a key town in the Douro wine region, famous for its breathtaking landscapes and rich wine heritage. The...

A tour of Graham's Port Lodge.  A tour guide explains the aging process and different types of port wines at Graham's cellar.  The guide mentions that the cellar has seven million liters of port aging, with the oldest wine dating back to 1882. He also discusses the different styles of port, such as Ruby and Tawny, and how they are aged differently to achieve specific flavors and characteristics. ...

A conversation between David Guimaraens and Austin Beeman about Fonseca Bin 27, a young and fruity port wine.  Guimaraens describes the wine as full-bodied and rich, with a concentration of black currant fruit. He explains that the grapes used to make the port come from the Douro Valley, which has a hot mountain climate that contributes to the intensity of the fruit. The wine has plenty of tannins...