Wine Smart - The Power to Buy and Sell

Text the Show On the western flank of Napa Valley lies Mount Veeder AVA, 16,000 acres of mountainous, ruggedly beautiful land. Mount Veeder AVA has two major influences that cool it and drive the style of wines made from its vineyards. Invest 10-minutes to find out why you need to be in the know regarding this AVA.

Text the Show This is episode three of a four-part interview with Jacopo Poli of Poli Distillery in Schiavon, Veneto, on the subject of Grappa. This conversation is about methods of production. The Poli family has been in this region of Veneto since 1400 and in the Grappa business since the 19th century. Jacopo is internationally recognized as a leader in the artform of distillation and an elite i...

Text the Show In the southwest corner of Paso Robles is 18,300 acres of ranch land that holds a relative secret. Santa Margarita Ranch AVA is sneaky temperate, geologically diverse, prime vineyard land. Invest 10-minutes to find out why you need to be in the know regarding this AVA and the wines of Ancient Peaks Winery. Ancient Peaks Winery

Text the Show This is episode two of a four-part interview with Jacopo Poli where we talk about the historic roots of grappa and Poli. The Poli family has been in this region of Veneto since 1400 and in the Grappa business since the 19th century. Jacopo is internationally recognized as a leader in the artform of distillation and an elite in the creation of Grappa. Check out the Poli family tree: F...

Text the Show Bubbles are just the best and we should have the freedom to enjoy sparkling wine as often as still if we choose. Crémant de Bourgogne wines give us the comfortable classiness we need every week. Take 10-minutes to find out why you should be buying and selling Crémant de Bourgogne wines. Experience this region through our partner wine: Henri Champliau Crémant de Bourgogne Wines

Text the Show This is episode one of a four-part interview with Jacopo Poli of Poli Distillery in Schiavon, Veneto. on the subject of Grappa. The Poli family has been in this region of Veneto since 1400 and in the Grappa business since the 19th century. Jacopo is internationally recognized as a leader in the artform of distillation and an elite in the creation of Grappa. We have a "Rasentin&q...

Text the Show The impact of the transverse coastal range in Santa Barbara County cannot be ignored. Santa Maria Valley and Sta. Rita Hills AVAs are cool climate viticultural areas in the bottom half of California. Take 10-minutes to find out why you should be buying and selling these wines. 

Text the Show Monique Huston, VP of Spirits Portfolio, joins me in this episode to discuss the movement and meaning of sweet mash in American Whiskey.  We set the stage with sour mash and then work from there. Take 10-minutes to find out why you know the difference and how it will change your buying and selling practices. You can explore a sweet mash bourbon through the brand below: Field and Soun...

Text the Show Santorini is an island dominated by a violently volcanic past that blessed it with the ability to make distinctive wines. Take 10-minutes to find out why you should be buying and selling Santorini wines. Experience this region through our partner wineries: Argyros Estate Gai'a Wines Terms that you are going to hear that you might want to research: Thera, caldera, Minoan, Krakata...

Text the Show In the heart of Peloponnese, Greece rests Nemea PDO. It is an ancient land steeped in mythology and rewarding red wine. Take 10-minutes to find out why you should be buying and selling Nemea wines. Experience this region through our partner winery: Gai'a Wines Terms that you are going to hear that you might want to research: Peloponnese Peninsula, Mount Kyllini, Corinth Canal, A...

Text the Show Welcome to Wine Smart: Destination Willamette Chardonnay, a 3 part special edition. The Willamette Valley has been on a journey since the 1970s to reach a defined style that expresses the grape within the context of the region. The panel joining me to discuss the journey and the destination is filled by:  David Adelsheim, Founder of Adelsheim Vineyard Adam Campbell,  Winemaker and Ow...

Text the Show Welcome to Wine Smart: Destination Willamette Chardonnay, part two.  We are following the journey to reach distinctive regional wines. Joining me in part two are:  David Adelsheim, Founder of Adelsheim Vineyard Adam Campbell,  Winemaker and Owner of Elk Cove Vineyards  Meredith McGough, Winemaker at Union Wine Company  Brent Stone, COO and Winemaker of King Estate Nate Klostermann, W...

Text the Show Welcome to Wine Smart: Destination Willamette Chardonnay, Part 3.  We are following the journey to reach a defined style of Willamette Valley Chardonnay. The panel joining me in part three is:  David Adelsheim, Founder of Adelsheim Vineyard Adam Campbell,  Winemaker and Owner of Elk Cove Vineyards  Meredith McGough, Winemaker at Union Wine Company  Brent Stone, COO and Winemaker of K...

Text the Show In the center of Willamette Valley, Oregon lies a chain of hills known as Eola-Amity Hills AVA. It is an ideal location for high-quality Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Take 10-minutes to find out why you should be buying and selling Eola-Amity Hills wines. Experience this region through our partner Eola-Amity Hills wineries: Amity Vineyards Antica Terra (Vineyard is in EOH) Brooks Wines...

Text the Show Franciacorta is a "yes and" option alongside Champagne. High quality, high value, Champagne method, same major grapes but due to location notably different. Take 10-minutes to find out why you should be buying and selling this region. You can explore this region through Barone Pizzini Wines. Here is a video tasting note link . Vocabulary & places you will hear: Franciac...

Text the Show When it takes 6-10 years to mature a blue agave plant for harvest, the demand for Tequila and Agave spirits has created a crisis. Take 10-minutes to find out why you should be buying and selling sustainably produced agave spirits as your focus for the category. The links below are all producers who are preserving the future through sustainability today. Please explore and support the...

Text the Show Calabria is currently overlooked in the mainstream of wine which means there is great value to be found. Explore the interesting ancient history and modern innovation. Take 10-minutes to find out why you should be buying and selling Cirò as your first foray into this Italian insider's treat. Experience this region through the wines of Librandi. Click here to visit their website....

Text the Show Walla Walla has the right stuff to be a world-class wine region. Take 10-minutes to find out why you should be buying and selling some of the 120 wineries of Walla Walla AVA. You can explore this region through the following links. Video tasting notes from Ron: L'Ecole Merlot Columbia Valley 2017 L'Ecole Merlot Walla Walla 2017 Winery links that you should look through: Fig...

Text the Show Austria has a unique wine designation that honors a specific location alongside its best grapes, the DAC. The designation is unique and needs some explanation which Ron will offer. Take 10-minutes to find out why you should be buying and selling the wonderful wines of the 16 DAC of Austria. You can explore this region through the following links. Austrian Govt. Website Video tasting...

Text the Show Prosecco is more complex than we think. Yes, it's a great source for a casual glass of bubbles but it has a detailed serious side too. Take 10-minutes to find out why you should be buying and selling the full variety found in this region. Zardetto is a great launching pad for exploring the faces of Prosecco.  Click here to check out their website.  Vocabulary & places you wi...

Text the Show Vinsobres is one of the "Cru" of Southern Rhone and it is worthy of your attention. Uniquely situated beneath the edge of the Southern Alps, it has the ability to bridge the stylistic gap between the north and the south. Take 10-minutes to find out why you should be buying and selling this region. You can explore this region through Chateau de Rouanne Vinsobres. Here is a v...