Whine About Wine

Send a text In this episode of the Pasta and Vino podcast, hosts Earl Ray Neal and Dr. Serge delve into the authentic flavors of Italy through wine and food pairings. They discuss the special wines of the month from a family-owned winery in Spain, highlighting the unique characteristics of both a white and a red wine. The conversation also delves into a delicious pasta dish featuring rigatini and...

Send a text Takeaways from this episode of Whine About Wine Wine is an essential part of Easter celebrations. A Bordeaux wine pairs well with ham and berry sauces. The Italian wine discussed is easy to drink and versatile. Hazelnut spread can be used in various culinary applications. Customer engagement is key for sourcing unique products. The hosts encourage listeners to reach out for specific wi...

Send a text PRAHOVA VALLEY Pinot Noir, Romania Many people aren’t familiar with Romanian wines, but if you’re a fan of French wines, you’ll likely appreciate the structure of Romanian wines as well. This is because Romania and France are located at similar latitudes in the northern hemisphere. In fact, Romania is renowned for producing exceptional Pinot Noirs. This wine presents a delicate and bri...

Send a text Peterson Wines says YES! PETERSON Zinfandel, California A true family-owned and operated winery for over 30 years in California, Peterson Winery prides itself with crafting old-world style wines with sustainable farming practices. This Zinfandel is a remarkable example of a traditional field blend, where a small but thoughtful inclusion of other red and white grape varieties adds an in...

Send a text Join us for a survey of three wines from Tamburini and a wonderful recipe featuring DOMA Roasted Red Pepper Strips! TAMBURINI Il Castelluccio, Italy Here is a fun fact! This crisp combination of Trebbiano and Malvasia grapes was an original Chianti blend. Straw yellow in color with greenish highlights, it has an intense and aromatic bouquet reminiscent of broom, banana, orange blossom...

Send a text WINEMAISON ALBERT WINERYLike most of the vineyards we have shared with you, the vineyards of Maison Albert have adeep desire to create a truly organic wine. Only natural methods are used to cultivate thegrapes. For instance, wild plants are grown in an effort to maintain a rich biodiversity andbalance the structure of the soil. Each root generates different micro-organisms which allowthe...

Send a text From a spacious multi-level deck, you can enjoy spectacular views of the lake and the beautifully landscaped grounds.  The well-established vineyards produce classic European vinifera grapes including Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Riesling.  Vines planted more recently are Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Gewurztraminer. Savor a tasting from your choice of...

Send a text Welcome to our September 2022 edition of the “A Casa” food and wine club by Pasta and Vino When in Rome, do as the Romans do. WINE VINEA DOMINI The first words pronounced by Benedict XVI, immediately after his election (2005), were: “after the great Pope John Paul II, the cardinals elected me, a simple and humble worker of the vineyard of the Lord.” From this came the idea of giving th...

Send a text Potzinger Sauv Blanc• Winery in southern Styria has existed since 1860• Styria is a mountainous, forested state in southern Austria, known for its wine, spas and castles.• The Sauvignon Blanc is a cross between Traminer and Chenin Blanc.o The name is composed of the two French words sauvage (“wild” or “natural”) and blanc (“white”). And wild is quite apt when it comes to white wine and...

Send a text Welcome to our July 2022 edition of the “A Casa” food and wine club by Pasta and VinoWe’re celebrating July 4th this month with red, white, and bubbly wine! WINEREVEL OTR URBAN WINERYWhat began as a hobby of wine making by Anthony Maieron and John Coleman is now a boutique urban winery with a full bar and event space. Located in Cincinnati’s historic and progressive OverThe-Rhine neigh...

Send a text Join Dr. Serg the Wine Guy and Susie as they visit a Pastaandvino.com partner Revel Wine OTR in Cincinnati, Ohio. Revel is a boutique urban winery, full bar, wine collective and event space. Located in Cincinnati's historic and progressive Over-The-Rhine neighborhood, they specialize in handcrafted small batch wines including our Cabernet Sauvignon *Silver Medalist* 2020 Cincinnat...

Send a text Celebrate Father’s Day with a macho wine that pairs well with steak and a bottle of the best Tequila around. You will not be disappointed. This month’s recipe features a stuffed pork chop with an Italian flair. www.pastaandvino.com

Send a text Join Dr. Serg "The Wine Guy" and his bride Susie as they travel to Vinitaly to visit the Italo Cescon Winery.  In this episode we discuss the five time award winning white wine known as Madre', or Mother."  Also, tune in and learn how to cook pasta like "a real Italian." www.pastaandvino.com

Send a text Explore Romania’s rich history of traditional winemaking with Cristian Soare. Cristian’s Terra Firma USA, Inc. is the exclusive importer of several Romanian wines. www.pastaandvino.com

Send a text Welcome to the inaugural edition of A Casa Food & Wine Club by pastaandvino.com.  This month's selections will take you on a food and wine tour that will have you salivating from the first taste to the last drop.  This month's subscription includes: Apostoli Pinot Grigio Tamburini Chianti "THE BOSS" Muraca DIY Italian Pizza Kit Astorino Orecchiette Pasta (Little...

Send a text Listen as our guest Matt Weiland chronicals the rich history of Fullerton Wine.  Hailing from northern Europe, the Fullerton family speaks many languages, and delights in sharing the language of wine with others. Fullerton Winery crafts elegant and distinctive Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays that transport you to their special place in the world, Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Fullerton Winer...

Send a text To Antonio, Tonnino wines are more than just a drink. He says, “It’s not just the wine, it’s the man, the life, the livelihood, the love of nature, the yearning to leave the land better.” The winery is therefore not just a resource for production; it’s a way of life. It’s a living, breathing thing. It’s about the community and employees all together as one family. As Antonio says “I ma...

Send a text Blood of Judas! Dr. Serg and Earl-Ray go transatlantic in an interview with Marzia Cordini from Cantine Francesco Montagna in Broni, Italy. Join them as they take a step back in religious and traditional folklore to find out how one of the greatest semi-sweet wines of Italy, Sangue di Giuda, affectionately translated to Blood of Judas, got it’s peculiar name. www.pastaandvino.com

Send a text Join Dr. Sergio Sgro and Earl-Ray as they discuss the wines of DiVino Wine Wholesalers. In this episode the guys give you a sneak peak into the Italian wines of DiVino. www.pastaandvino.com

Send a text Whine about Wine with Dr. Serg the wine guy and his buddy Earl-Ray. Yep, it’s true they let someone named Earl Ray have a podcast. Tune in as the guys describe the Sgro Family’s journey from the old country in Italy to becoming one of the USA’s most unique wine distributors. Hear the story of Di Vino Wholesalers as it can only be told by Dr. Serg. www.pastaandvino.com

Send a text Join Earl-Ray Neal and Dr. Serg the Wine Guy as they bring a bit of Old Country Italy to you. pastaandvino.com is your gateway to true Italian past and vino. Listen a bit and see why we believe every wine has a story and every story is better with wine. www.pastaandvino.com