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Honest reviews for wines regular people drink. Edumacation. Witty banter. Decanter recommended. PNW.
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Did you know that the Barolo DOCG requires aging a minimum of 38 months, with at least 18 months in oak? That standard is one of the reasons why finding a low cost Barolo is so difficult.
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What is the right price for Barolo?
How to tell what's the right price for Barolo? What defines its quality? How is supermarket Barolo different from high-quality wine?
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November 19, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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They named the Nebbiolo grape after the fog (nebbia) that blankets the hills. And it’s fitting because the Nebbiolo grape is late-ripening, and is commonly harvested in the autumn when morning fog is a common sight over the Langhe hills.
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Discover Serralunga d’Alba and Italian Barolo wines — Winekeller -Tailored wine tours and wine travel
Discover the Langhe Piemonte | Barolo Langhe | Discover the best of Italian wine and food in Serralunga dAlba | Where to stay in Piedmont Italy
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November 17, 2025 at 8:11 PM
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This week we are all about Barolo, a wine that has a hard time getting on our podcast because of the high price. We gave Trader Joe’s Diamond Reserve (2020) and Costco Kirkland Signature (2019) a try to see if they are worth the low price. Our verdict . . . .
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Barolo Battle! Costco Kirkland vs. Trader Joe’s Diamond Reserve! | The Wine Pair Podcast - Find Great Wines Without Breaking the Bank
We had to try it. We couldn’t help ourselves. And, can you blame us?!? Afterall, who can resist a $20 Barolo from Costco’s Kirkland Brand, or Trader Joe’s...
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November 16, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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We think Justin Rose represents what makes Virginia wine work today: family history, farming roots, and a lot of persistence. Listen to his story this week in our latest episode.
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Special Episode! The Virginia Winemakers Series #2: Justin Rose of Rosemont of Virginia | The Wine Pair Podcast - Find Great Wines Without Breaking the Bank
In our second installment of our Virginia winemaker’s series, we meet Justin Rose of Rosemont wine. Justin was able to leverage his chemical engineering...
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November 15, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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Is Virginia the birthplace of American wine?
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Virginia's Great American Wine Story
America's wine industry started in Virginia as early as the 1600s, and has grown and evolved alongside the nascent country.
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November 14, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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Did you know Virginia’s modern wine era really started in the late 1970s when stubborn winemakers refused to follow the conventional wisdom that viticulture would not work in Virginia.
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About Us | Virginia Wine
Spectacular landscapes, picturesque vineyards and fascinating people make up Virginia\'s wine industry.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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What is refreshing about winemaking in Virginia is they are focusing on grapes that do well in their unique climate and soil rather than focusing on the same old f*ckin& Cabernet Sauvigon!
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Virginia Wineries | Wine Folly Wine Regions
Explore Virginia wineries and wines in this comprehensive guide. Discover the 11 major regions and Virginia's best wines to start your adventure.
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November 11, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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For the nerds out there: Virginia now has 8 AVAs located in 10 regions, each figuring out its own approach to climate, soil, and grape choice. As we continue our Virginia wine series, you can learn more here.
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November 10, 2025 at 7:22 PM
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This week we talk about how a family farm became a vineyard, winery, and part of the state’s modern wine landscape in our interview with Justin Rose of Rosemont of Virginia. We also learn about how a chemical engineer became a winemaker!
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Special Episode! The Virginia Winemakers Series #2: Justin Rose of Rosemont of Virginia | The Wine Pair Podcast - Find Great Wines Without Breaking the Bank
In our second installment of our Virginia winemaker’s series, we meet Justin Rose of Rosemont wine. Justin was able to leverage his chemical engineering...
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November 9, 2025 at 11:39 PM
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WTF is Spätburgunder? This week we’ll break down what makes the style different and why you should care.
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Spätburgunder: High QPR Pinot Noir! | The Wine Pair Podcast - Find Great Wines Without Breaking the Bank
This wine, friends, is the epitome of why we started our podcast in the first place - to help you find great wines at reasonable prices that you have just not...
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November 7, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Here’s our take: If you love Pinot Noir but want to find something more reasonably priced, dive into Spätburgunder. It’s a hidden gem that may not stay hidden for long.
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Spätburgunder is German for Pinot Noir
As Burgundy prices keep rising, Pinot Noir fans should look north toward Germany and its Spätburgunder.
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November 6, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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There are some out there, like John Foy, saying that cooler German regions like Baden, Ahr and Pfalz are quietly producing Spätburgunders that rival some of the classic Burgundies for less cash.
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German pinot noirs on upswing
Location is just as important in winemaking as in real estate, and Bernhard Huber has some of the best vineyard areas in Germany for pinot noir. Last month, I traveled across the Baden and Pfalz regi...
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November 5, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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Interesting fact: Spätburgunder means “late Burgundy”because the grapes ripen late. Who knew?!?
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Spätburgunder: Understanding Germany's Pinot Noir
Spätburgunder - Understanding Germany's Pinot Noir: We will explore the history, flavour profile, and our spätburgunder producer, Neiss.
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November 4, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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The Pinot Noir you’ve never heard of but you might just love is called Spätburgunder. Surprised?
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Why German Spätburgunder Is The Pinot Noir You Should Be Drinking
Despite varying degrees of vintage variation, German Spätburgunder has never been better, and it should be the Pinot Noir you’re seeking to drink.
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November 3, 2025 at 7:12 PM
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This week we’re all about Spätburgunder, Germany’s take on Pinot Noir. We think it is worth checking out.
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Spätburgunder: High QPR Pinot Noir! | The Wine Pair Podcast - Find Great Wines Without Breaking the Bank
This wine, friends, is the epitome of why we started our podcast in the first place - to help you find great wines at reasonable prices that you have just not...
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November 2, 2025 at 6:43 PM
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JOURNALISM! If you really want to know about Charbono R.H. Drexel’s article on Matt Morris is a fantastic starting point. “The Unrelenting Call of Charbono”
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Matt Morris - The Wine Independent
The Unrelenting Call of Charbono  Text: R.H. Drexel Photograhy: Johan Berglund "If you set out to make something that everyone will like, you will quickly find yourself making something that no one ca...
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October 31, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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HUMOR! We were amused to find that in California Charbono is tiny in acreage and nearly unheard of outside serious wine fans. It’s the underdog’s underdog.
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Charbono (Bonarda) - Red wine grape variety | Wine-Searcher
Charbono – or Bonarda – is a widely traveled grape variety with a complicated history. Originally from the alpine slopes of Savoie in eastern France, it is now planted as a curiosity in Napa Valley, a...
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October 30, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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OPINION! Rhino Wino says “Move Over Malbec, Bonarda is Argentina’s Next Red”
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Move Over Malbec, Bonarda is Argentina’s Next Red
When you think Argentina and wine, the first thing that pops up is Malbec. Hold on to your hat because Argentina has another red up its sleeve. It’s Bonarda. The fruity nose and nuanced aromas will so...
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October 29, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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FACTS! Did you know that in Argentina Bonarda is often the second most planted red grape after Malbec? Yet most drinkers don’t know its name.
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Bonarda: An In-Depth Wine Profile
Discover the rich flavors and unique characteristics of Bonarda, Argentina's rising red wine star!
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October 28, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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SCIENCE! DNA testing at UC Davis found that California’s Charbono vines match a French grape called Douce Noir AKA Corbeau, which is grown in Argentina under the name Bonarda.
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October 27, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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This week we’re digging into Bonarda (Argentina) and Charbono (California). Same grape, two names, plenty of surprises.
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WTF is Bonarda AKA Charbono? | The Wine Pair Podcast - Find Great Wines Without Breaking the Bank
If you are looking for a crowd-pleasing, bigger red wine, this may be the ticket. Wait, you’ve never heard of Bonarda or Charbono?!? Shameful! It’s time to get...
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October 26, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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And then this article is saying that Orange wine has evolved from hipster fad to global phenom. Agree?!?
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Orange wine: hipster trend or global phenomenon?
Orange wine could be the key to seduce a new generation of wine drinkers. That’s why the Global Wine Masters are qvevri happy to introduce their inaugural competition dedicated to orange wines, accept...
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October 24, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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Oh. We like this article. Controversy!!! Thoughts?!?
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The Case Against Orange Wine
Wine doesn’t need to be reinvented. Or orange.
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October 23, 2025 at 7:24 PM
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Orange wine. Some people love it, some people hate it, and some people just don’t understand what the hell it is. This should help.
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In-Depth Guide: Orange Wine
Do you want to learn everything about Orange wines, from its origins to the most famous examples of orange wines? Then click here!
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October 22, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Orange wine’s roots go back thousands of years in Georgia, where whites were fermented with skins in underground clay pots called qvevri
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What is Orange Wine? The Definitive Guide | Eataly
Everything you need to know about orange wine. How it's made, how it tastes and much more. Read more to learn about our definitive guide!
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October 20, 2025 at 4:44 PM