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I promise I’ll never tell you what to drink, but I’ll always share what’s in my glass. A Podcast from the owners of Dracaena Wines
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Monday Nov 19, 2018
Monday Nov 19, 2018
Welcome to Vine soil 101. In this episode I dive into the telltale signs that a vineyard is not healthy. Plants, like us, need nutrients and those nutrients come in two forms; macro and micro. After listening in, I hope you learned a bit more about vine health and maybe the next time you walk through a vineyard you will be more aware of the health of the vines you are observing. The berries always get the attention, but they could never make great wines if it weren’t for the green stuff!
If you would like to see photos that correspond to the nutrient deficiencies you heard about today, please head on over to my blog.
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Our Wines + Your Moments = Great Memories
Thoughts or comments? Contact Lori at dracaenawines@gmail.com.
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Want to watch some pretty cool livestream events and wine related videos. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel.
Find out more about us and our award winning Paso Robles wines on our website.
Looking for some interesting recipes and wine pairings? Then head over to our wine pairing website.
Thanks for listening and remember to always PURSUE YOUR PASSION!
Our CHALK CLUB offers you a great deal on our award winning wines. Find out more on our website.
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Monday Nov 12, 2018
Monday Nov 12, 2018
On October 22nd, I had the distinct pleasure of attending a Master Class presented by the Wines of Macedonia. We tasted through seven wines with a focus on the Vranec grape variety. Known as the Macedonian Pride or the Black Stallion these wines are hand picked from warm climates and provide a powerful color along with the primary tastes of chocolate and black fruits.
Join me as I listen to Roger Bissell describe the wine region and the following wineries.
1. Stobi Winery
2. Tikves Winery
3. Chateau Kamnik Winery
contact@chateaukamnik.com
www.chateaukamnik.com
4. Bovin Winery
5. Popov Winery
popov@popovwinery.com.mk
www.popovwinery.com.mk
6. Ezimit Winery
commerce@ezimitvino.com.mk
www.ezimitvino.com.mk
7. Dalvina Winery
dalvina@dalvina.com.mk
www.dalvina.com.mk
If you like what you hear, please give us a 5 star review, so that others can find us! We appreciate your support.
Our Wines + Your Moments = Great Memories
Thoughts or comments? Contact Lori at dracaenawines@gmail.com.
Please like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/dracaenawines
Find us on Twitter, Instagram , Pinterest, Google + and Snapchat (@dracaenawines)
Want to watch some pretty cool livestream events and wine related videos. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel.
Find out more about us and our award winning Paso Robles wines on our website.
Looking for some interesting recipes and wine pairings? Then head over to our wine pairing website.
Thanks for listening and remember to always PURSUE YOUR PASSION!
Sláinte!
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Did you know that Dracaena Wines has a Wine Club? We do! It's called the Chalk Club. (I know, it only makes sense if you are a gambler, but it means you are betting on all the favorites and we bet once you taste our award winning wines, we will become one of your favorites! Click here to find out more!
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Monday Nov 05, 2018
Monday Nov 05, 2018
Hey Everyone! Thanks for listening in. Today’s episode is another in the wild podcast. I was back in New York City for the Spain’s Great Match Food and Wine Design Event. Once again it was held in the IAC building on West 18th.
In what was the 25th anniversary of this tasting, I was able to taste over 300 unique Spanish wines that were poured alongside some of New York’s and Spain’s top Spanish restaurants. I tasted the more popular Albarino and Garnacha but was also introduced to some new to me varieties such as Xarel-lo, Palomino Fino and Listan Negro.
Oriol Gabarro; Aveniu Brands
Alan Schivek; Wines of the World
Scott Grodofsky; Cordelina Wine Company
Annie Schelble; Toro NYC
Our Wines + Your Moments = Great Memories
Join our wine club. The Chalk Club 3 bottles of Dracaena Wines 2x per year. Choose between all red or red and rose'.
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Find us on Twitter, Instagram , Pinterest, Google + and Snapchat (@dracaenawines)
Want to watch some pretty cool livestream events and wine related videos. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel.
Find out more about us and our award winning Paso Robles wines on our website.
Looking for some interesting recipes and wine pairings? Then head over to our wine pairing website.
Thanks for listening and remember to always PURSUE YOUR PASSION!
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Monday Oct 29, 2018
Monday Oct 29, 2018
Today, we have another Wine Writers’ Wrap Up. We had a different topic planned for today, but in the light of what may be the biggest scandal in the wine industry since Rudy Kurniawan’s wine hoax in 2013, I thought we’d change topics and discuss what has become known as the Somm Scandal.
If you haven’t heard, the Court of Master Sommeliers announced that they were stripping the titles of 23 candidates who passed the tasting portion of the exam and were granted entrance into the illustrious and almost mystical group. The announcement was made after it was found out that another Master Somm leaked what wines would be included in the tasting. Is this the end of the world, no? But it is a pretty big deal in the wine world.
So join me along with my fellow winelovers as we discuss the scandal, the penalties and what this potentially can mean for the future of Sommeliers.
To help support the MS candidates that were stripped of their title, please click here.
RIDDLE TIME:
A couple decided they wanted to elope. They agreed to meet at the tree they had their first date. On the day they were to meet, one of them decided they could not go through with it. The second arrived at the tree and saw a fruit. This fruit told them all they needed to know... their love would not be coming. What was the fruit?
ANSWER BELOW.
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Join our wine club. The Chalk Club 3 bottles of Dracaena Wines 2x per year. Choose between all red or red and rose'.
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Want to watch some pretty cool livestream events and wine related videos. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel.
Find out more about us and our award winning Paso Robles wines on our website.
Looking for some interesting recipes and wine pairings? Then head over to our wine pairing website.
Thanks for listening and remember to always PURSUE YOUR PASSION!
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Monday Oct 22, 2018
Monday Oct 22, 2018
The sweet wines of Quarts de Chaume (GAAR DU CHOME) have nearly infinite aging potential. Made with the Loire’s hallmark Chenin Blanc grape, they offer complex, nuanced flavors that can pair with both rich savory dishes and desserts. This appellation is located on a small parcel of land in a single commune on the right bank of the Layon: Rochefort-sur-Loire within the Anjou district.
If you like what you hear, please give us a 5 star review, so that others can find us! We appreciate your support.
Our Wines + Your Moments = Great Memories
Join our wine club. The Chalk Club 3 bottles of Dracaena Wines 2x per year. Choose between all red or red and rose'.
Thoughts or comments? Contact Lori at dracaenawines@gmail.com.
Please like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/dracaenawines
Find us on Twitter, Instagram , Pinterest, Google + and Snapchat (@dracaenawines)
Want to watch some pretty cool livestream events and wine related videos. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel.
Find out more about us and our award winning Paso Robles wines on our website.
Looking for some interesting recipes and wine pairings? Then head over to our wine pairing website.
Thanks for listening and remember to always PURSUE YOUR PASSION!
Please support us by finding out more about our sponsors:
Monday Oct 15, 2018
Monday Oct 15, 2018
Today, I have a special treat. I had the privilege of attending a very intimate tasting hosted by Tyson Stelzer in support of Wine Australia and Wine Tasmania. Tyson Stelzer is a multi-award winning wine writer, television presenter and international speaker. He was named The International Wine & Spirit Communicator of the Year 2015 in the International Wine & Spirit Competition, The Wine Communicators of Australia Australian Wine Communicator of the Year 2015 and 2013 and The International Champagne Writer of the Year 2011 in The Louis Roederer International Wine Writers’ Awards. The wines were exceptional and Tyson was not only a fantastic host, but an incredible person to interview. His knowledge and passion are exceptional. I know you are going to enjoy this interview and I’m hoping it peeks your curiosity to seek out some wines from Tasmania.
~Slainte!
Our Wines + Your Moments = Great Memories
Join our wine club. The Chalk Club 3 bottles of Dracaena Wines 2x per year. Choose between all red or red and rose'.
Thoughts or comments? Contact Lori at dracaenawines@gmail.com.
Please like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/dracaenawines
Find us on Twitter, Instagram , Pinterest, Google + and Snapchat (@dracaenawines)
Want to watch some pretty cool livestream events and wine related videos. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel.
Find out more about us and our award winning Paso Robles wines on our website.
Looking for some interesting recipes and wine pairings? Then head over to our wine pairing website.
Thanks for listening and remember to always PURSUE YOUR PASSION!
Please support us by finding out more about our sponsors:
Monday Oct 08, 2018
Monday Oct 08, 2018
When the email arrived in my mailbox asking me if I was interested in attending the James Sucklinng Great Wines of the Andes in NYC, I immediately responded yes. This event was the fift anniversary and had more than 100 leading producers from Chile, Argentin and Uruguay.
The podcast was recorded in a room filled with over 500 people, so there is a lot of background noise. I have done my best to lower that noise, but alas it is still there. I hope you can listen through it, since there is really some interesting stories and wines!
In this episode:
Danielle Thomas; U.S. Market Director, Almaviva
Charles de Bournet Marnier Lapostolle; Chief Executive Officer, Clos Apalta
Michel Couttolenc; Vice President Sales & Marketing N. America, Errazuriz
Patricia Castro; PR & Corporate Communications, Grupo Penaflor
Our Wines + Your Moments = Great Memories
Join our wine club. The Chalk Club 3 bottles of Dracaena Wines 2x per year. Choose between all red or red and rose'.
Thoughts or comments? Contact Lori at dracaenawines@gmail.com.
Please like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/dracaenawines
Find us on Twitter, Instagram , Pinterest, Google + and Snapchat (@dracaenawines)
Want to watch some pretty cool livestream events and wine related videos. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel.
Find out more about us and our award winning Paso Robles wines on our website.
Looking for some interesting recipes and wine pairings? Then head over to our wine pairing website.
Thanks for listening and remember to always PURSUE YOUR PASSION!
Please support us by finding out more about our sponsors:
Monday Oct 01, 2018
Monday Oct 01, 2018
Today, October 1, 2018 is our official release day for our 2016 Paso Robles Cabernet Franc!! We have won many awards and have received 90+ ratings since our first vintage in 2013. Place your order today and receive special release day bonuses: head to our website to see the specials and to place your order!
On this episode:
Debbie Gioquindo and Michael Kelly
- What’s everyone drinking?
- Episode 7- Drink Now or Drink Later
~Are you more of a drink now or drink later person?
~As much as 90 percent of the wine bought in the U.S. is drunk within 24 hours, - thoughts on that number?
~95 percent of all wine purchased in the U.S. is consumed within a week - thoughts on this number?
~Do you have any “rules” on how old a bottle is before you open a bottle?
~Some regions are expected to sleep for awhile (ie. Bordeaux) Do you typically purchase these bottles?
~How do you determine when to open a bottle that has been sleeping? Any apps to help you?
~What type of wine do you think is the most sleepable? The least sleepable?
~Thoughts on seeing more screwcaps on ageable wines?
~ It has been said expensive wines can age better than inexpensive wine; Thoughts?
~Any other thoughts on wine drinking habits?
3. Riddle Time -
I am a protector
I sit on a bridge
One person can see through me
Others wonder what I hide
What am I?
ANSWER: see below
4. Wrap-Up Time
The time for you to plug yourself a bit. What’s happening with you in the upcoming week.
5. Next month’s title and date. - THURSDAY, October 25th 8pm EST Embarrassing Wine Moments
riddle answer: Sunglasses
Riddle score: Rick 4, Nick: 2, Debbie: 1
Our Wines + Your Moments = Great Memories
Join our wine club. The Chalk Club 3 bottles of Dracaena Wines 2x per year. Choose between all red or red and rose'.
Thoughts or comments? Contact Lori at dracaenawines@gmail.com.
Please like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/dracaenawines
Find us on Twitter, Instagram , Pinterest, Google + and Snapchat (@dracaenawines)
Want to watch some pretty cool livestream events and wine related videos. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel.
Find out more about us and our award winning Paso Robles wines on our website.
Looking for some interesting recipes and wine pairings? Then head over to our wine pairing website.
Thanks for listening and remember to always PURSUE YOUR PASSION!
Please support us by finding out more about our sponsors:
Monday Sep 24, 2018
Monday Sep 24, 2018
Picpoul can trace its history back to the 17th century when, along with Clairette, it was the basis of the then hugely popular Picardan that was exported from the Languedoc to Northern Europe. Its plantings dwindled after the onslaught of phylloxera at the end of the 19th century as growers resorted to hardier and more disease resistant grapes.
Records from the early 17th century indicate that it was blended with Clairette (another white Rhône varietal) to form the popular sweet Picardan wine (not to be confused with the Châteauneuf du Pape varietal of the same name) which was exported by Dutch wine traders from Languedoc throughout Northern Europe in the 17th and 18th centuries. After the phylloxera invasion at the end of the 19th century, Picpoul was not widely replanted. Today it is best known from Picpoul de Pinet, the crisp light green wine of the Pinet Region in the Côteaux de Languedoc.
If you like what you hear, please give us a 5 star review, so that others can find us! We appreciate your support.
Our Wines + Your Moments = Great Memories
Join our wine club. The Chalk Club 3 bottles of Dracaena Wines 2x per year. Choose between all red or red and rose'.
Thoughts or comments? Contact Lori at dracaenawines@gmail.com.
Please like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/dracaenawines
Find us on Twitter, Instagram , Pinterest, Google + and Snapchat (@dracaenawines)
Want to watch some pretty cool livestream events and wine related videos. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel.
Find out more about us and our award winning Paso Robles wines on our website.
Looking for some interesting recipes and wine pairings? Then head over to our wine pairing website.
Thanks for listening and remember to always PURSUE YOUR PASSION!
Please support us by finding out more about our sponsors:
Monday Sep 17, 2018
Monday Sep 17, 2018
As the founder of the now internationally recognized wine holiday #CabFrancDay, I am on a mission to get the word out to as many people as possible about how great a variety this grape is! I am thrilled to see that there are more and more wineries that are producing a single varietal Cabernet Franc wine! (of course, I think ours is the one you should try!)
I hope you enjoy this brief introduction to Cabernet Franc and #CabFrancDay!
Slainte!
Our Wines + Your Moments = Great Memories
Join our wine club. The Chalk Club 3 bottles of Dracaena Wines 2x per year. Choose between all red or red and rose'.
Thoughts or comments? Contact Lori at dracaenawines@gmail.com.
Please like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/dracaenawines
Find us on Twitter, Instagram , Pinterest, Google + and Snapchat (@dracaenawines)
Want to watch some pretty cool livestream events and wine related videos. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel.
Find out more about us and our award winning Paso Robles wines on our website.
Looking for some interesting recipes and wine pairings? Then head over to our wine pairing website.
Thanks for listening and remember to always PURSUE YOUR PASSION!
Please support us by finding out more about our sponsors: