Episodes
Friday Aug 30, 2019
Episode 33: Sulfites in Wine, They Don't Cause Headaches or Hangovers
Friday Aug 30, 2019
Friday Aug 30, 2019
In this episode, Jonathan and Damien discuss sulfites and additives in wines. The sulfites added to wine have became the stuff of urban legend where people believe its the catalyst for every headache, migraine, and movie style hangover. And yet, there’s no scientific evidence to support such claims. Damien has some great rants as the duo discuss all the additives allowed in wine, the real reason you might get a headache, and some local Arizona wines that you might find interesting. Thank you for watching.
Wines Tasted:
2016 Giovanni Rosso Langhe Nebbiolo - Piedmont, Italy
2012 Caduceus Cellars "Sancha" - Cochise County, Arizona
Wine blog on episode 33: Sulfites in wine
https://spillingthetruth.com
Watch on YouTube here
https://youtu.be/T4a4jN3Kzyo
Full list of over 60 additives allowed in wine
Government Regulation Website
Wednesday Aug 28, 2019
Episode 32: Wine Conversations with Sommelier Oscar Avila
Wednesday Aug 28, 2019
Wednesday Aug 28, 2019
In this episode, Jonathan and Damien sit down with Sommelier Oscar Avila before he leaves for Burgundy to pursue his MBA in wine. The guys talk what it takes to get a Business Degree in wine while enjoying some of Oscar's favorite varietals. The trio discusses everything from food and wine pairings and global warming to the wine events to attend such as TexSomm, VinItaly, and ProWein. Oscar drops some great knowledge including when is the perfect time to open those special bottles you are holding. This episode is a casual look into the mind of a sommelier and we hope you enjoy.
Good luck in Burgundy Oscar
Wines Tasted:
2016 Benoit Ente Vin de Bourgogne - Puligney Montrachet
2017 G.D. Vajra Langhe Riesling DOC - Piedmont, Italy 2009
Cagliero 'Ravera' Barolo DOCG - Piedmont, Italy
You can watch this episode on YouTube here as well
https://youtu.be/LchdXxvjOAs
Monday Aug 19, 2019
Episode 31: Hazy IPAs of San Diego and Craft Beer Statistics
Monday Aug 19, 2019
Monday Aug 19, 2019
In this episode, Jonathan and Damien go back to beer and do a followup to their Hazy IPA episode. They guys open a few different craft beers fresh from San Diego and discuss the craft beer explosion in the US and many of the trends happening right now. Damien busts out some amazing stats such as total number of breweries since the 1800's and per capita volume brewed per state. Many of the things covered in this episode are going to shock you ! Enjoy and thank you for listening.
Beers Consumed:
Resident Brewing - Chasing Mosaic - Single Hazy IPA
Belching Beaver - Digital Bath - Single Hazy IPA
Belching Beaver - Here Comes Mango - West Coast IPA
Coronado Brewing - 23rd Anniversary - Double Hazy IPA
You can watch this episode on YouTube right here
Episode 31 on YouTube
Monday Aug 12, 2019
Episode 30: The Cabernet Conversations Vol 2
Monday Aug 12, 2019
Monday Aug 12, 2019
In todays episode, Jonathan and Damien open a great bottle of 2007 Napa Cabernet Sauvignon and have a conversation about the state of the beverage industry. They talk about the new tasting tongue that can spot fakes, trigger words that freak people out, and what exactly the guys consider a "big" wine. We hope you enjoy and thank you for tuning in.
Wine tasted:
2007 Barbour Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon - St. Helena, California
You can now also watch on YouTube
Episode 30 on YouTube
Thursday Aug 01, 2019
Episode 29: Alternative White Wines Perfect for Summer
Thursday Aug 01, 2019
Thursday Aug 01, 2019
In this Episode, Jonathan and Damien open some of their favorite unique white wines that are perfect for summertime entertaining and all these wines pair perfectly with barbecues, tacos and pools. The discuss throwing "A.B.C." parties as well as some of their favorite white wine pairings. There are some hilariously funny moments in this episode and we hope you enjoy.
Wines Tasted:
2017 Aveleda Vinho Verde - Vinho Verde, Portugal
2017 Piattelli Torrontes - Salta, Argentina
2016 Hirsch "Hirschvergnügen" Grüner Veltliner - Kamptal, Austria