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Wine Appraiser

Dennis and Denise talk about, learn about, and blindly taste affordable wines from around the world, and give their unbiased opinion about wines.

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27:58

Can we Find the Perfect Thanksgiving Wine?

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/11/20

What wine is best for Thanksgiving? That is a hot topic at this time of year, and I have seen many answers to that question. In the past we have enjoyed Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with our Thanksgiving meal, but what if you want something different? Tonight we will taste several typical Thanksgiving foods with our wines to see if we can find a perfect pairing. Tonight, we taste:2021 Domaine Fillastreau. This is a Saumur from the Loire Valley, purchased from Sarasota Wines for $22.95. A rich, luscious

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28:45

Chianti versus Sangiovese

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2024/11/13

Chianti is the most popular Italian wine. It is mostly made from the Sangiovese grape, but is normally a blend. How does it compare to a Sangiovese wine? Tonight we will find out. In a prior show we did a Chianti tasting. I love Chianti and I believe I liked all three wines we tasted that night. It is normally made from a blend of grapes, but is mostly made from the Sangiovese grape. It comes from the Tuscany region of Italy. Sangiovese produces a wine that is medium in body, has medium to high acid

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32:45

This Show Maybe About Nothing, but New York Wines are...

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/11/06

After reading about and tasting New York wine, I have a strong desire to visit the Finger Lakes AVA. Until the 1970s and 1980s, New York was known for producing wine made from the Catawba and Niagara grapes. Many people still have that perception. However, back in the 1950’s, Dr Konstantin Frank started the cultivation of Vitis vinifera (the old world grape varieties people are familier with). Today it is now well known for its Riesling, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir production. In

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29:58

In a special election show, Rioja asks for your vote.

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/10/30

Is price important for Rioja? Tonight we will blind-taste three Rioja wines and find out.Rioja is the leading wine region in Spain. Broken into three parts.- Rioja Alto- Rioja Alavesa- Rioja OrientalKnown for its red wine production and aging in oak barrels. (predominately American oak) Tempranillo is the most planted grape and makes up nearly 90% of the vineyards. Garnacha is the second most planted red grape, with smaller amounts of Mazuelo, Carinena (Carignan), and Graciano. Most Rioja wines are

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30:29

Missouri had the first AVA in America? Show Me!

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/10/23

Tonight, we will learn about and taste two wines, made from grape varieties unfamiliar to many of us. First, we will taste a Vignoles (white) and then have a Norton (red).Both wines come from small AVA’s in east central Missouri, along the Missouri River. The first wine we are tasting is a Vignoles from the first AVA in the US. It comes from the Augusta AVA. Vignoles is a hybrid grape originated in France from a cross of Seibel and Pinot de Corton. It was imported to the US and the Finger Lakes Wine

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31:17

What Wine do You Want Us to Drink! Listeners Choice.

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/10/16

Tonight, our blind-tasting duo will taste three wines chosen by our listeners. We have one white and two red wines. Our first wine is a white wine from Burgundy, France. It is from the Chardonnay grape. Tonight, we taste:2022 Bourgonge - Maconaise - Macon Villages. Purchased at Costco for $12.79. Stored in stainless steel tanks. This is 100% Chardonnay. Tastes of Citrus, orange, orange peel, apple, green apple. 2022 Porta 6 Red from Lisbon Region of Portugal. Purchased at Trader Joes for $4.99. Wine

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33:55

Shiraz - Australia, the Final Frontier

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/10/09

Tonight, our blind-tasting duo explore uncharted wine, at least for the show. Shiraz is the most planted and #1 grape from Australia. Shiraz is the same grape and wine as Syrah, but for some reason, Australia and South Africa call it Shiraz. It is a big, bold, full-body wine with high levels of tannin and acid. Because of the tannins, it is normally oaked and is a great pair with red meats.In France, Syrah is a single variety wine from the northern Rhone Valley, and is popular in the southern Rhone

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30:02

What is Your Perfect Wine and Why?

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/10/02

Our wine-tasting duo discuss their favorite wines and why they like them. Do you know your favorite wine and why you like it? Do you know the characteristics of your favorite wines? Why do you like a certain wine? This episode will help you make better buying decisions, find alternative varieties, and understand why you like the wines you do.Tonight, we are tasting:1. Denise’s favorite wine is the 2022 Gerard Bertrand Cote de Roses. We bought this wine at Costco for $12.99. It is a Rose’ Wine

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22:14

Bargain Hunt – Searching for Good Cheap Affordable...

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/09/25

Dennis and Denise have a budget-friendly show tonight, with each wine costing less than $10. We randomly selected and tasted three white wines. Also, see if you can catch ten references to different songs.See if Dennis and Denise can figure out what wines they are drinking tonight. Tonight, our three wines include:2022 Bouchard Aine & Fils, Chardonnay, purchased at Costco for $9.99. Wine Enthusiast scored it a 92. It has between 11% - 14% alcohol. Floral notes on the nose, Palate is rich with

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32:37

Pinot Noir – California versus Oregon Challenge

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2024/09/18

Tonight, our wine-tasting duo takes part in our first-ever head-to-head challenge. We will examine the differences between the two wines and help you decide which wine is right for you. Pinot Noir is the wine that made Burgundy France famous, but what about Pinot from the New World, specifically, California and Oregon. Oregon is known for its Pinot, and its cooler climate has perfect growing conditions. Oregon Pinot is known for its earthiness, minerality, and fruitiness. California Pinot is often a

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31:18

Malbec – Gone with the Wine!

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/09/11

Tonight, our blind-tasting duo heads down south, way down south to Argentina. Malbec is a Bordeaux grape that has become less popular in France but is king in Argentina. Malbec is the most planted grape by far in Argentina. It produces over half of the worlds Malbec. (According to the Oxford Wine Companion) Malbecs from Argentina are riper and more velvety than those from France. Malbec was a widely planted grape in California before prohibition. Plantings have again been growing in

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38:51

We Hope We Don’t Get Canned for Drinking Canned Wine

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/09/04

To honor the start of the Football season (tailgate season). Dennis and Denise are having a canned and boxed wine show. We have never tried a canned wine, so we are excited to see if they are good. These wines are becoming more popular because of their user-friendliness.See if Dennis and Denise will recommend any of these three affordable wines. One of these may be a great option for your next picnic, hike, or canoe trip. Tonight, our three wines include:Bota Mini Sauvignon Blanc. I purchased it

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30:01

Red Wine Budget Bargain Hunt - We Blind Taste three...

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/08/28

Dennis and Denise have a budget-friendly show tonight, with each wine costing less than $10. We randomly selected and tasted three red wines. Also, see if you can catch ten references to different songs.We learn some wine terms. We also discuss why we look at the wine before we swirl, smell, and sip.See if Dennis and Denise can figure out what wines they are drinking tonight. Tonight, our three wines include:1. 2018 Bogle https://boglewinery.com/ Petite Sirah from California. I purchased it from

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36:51

Affordable Rose Wine helps summer make its last stand

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/08/21

Tonight our blind-tasting pair looks for a wine you can enjoy before summer is over. We will delve into some facts about Rose’ so you can make an informed purchase.We will also talk about wine characteristics, terms, and general rules you may want to follow to make your wine tasting experience the best it can be.We are also changing our format from a double-blind tasting to a single-blind tasting. NOOOOO! DON”T DO IT!!! Oh wait, what does that even mean? We will explain. Tonight, we taste:1. 2023

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29:32

Grenache – What? Grenache is your favorite wine!

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/08/14

Our blind-tasting pair are in for a treat, and so are you if you taste along with them. Garnacha originated in northeastern Spain. It is a heat-loving drought resistant grape. It spread around the Mediterranean and up into France where it is known as Grenache. Grenache is mostly a blending grape so getting a single variety wine can be difficult. Winemakers love it for blending because of its darker color and fuller body, medium tannins, and fruitiness. Denise loves it. Tonight, Dennis and Denise

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33:18

Chardonnay - Pour it and they will come. White wine...

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/08/07

Chardonnay is probably the most loved and hated wine in the world. Have you heard of ABC – (Anything But Chardonnay)? Some people dislike it, but it is still the world's most plantedwhite wine grape. Why is it hated? We will try to find the answer in this episode. If you think you don’t like Chardonnay, maybe you haven’t tried the right one. Chardonnay is grown in nearly all wine regions, and it produces wines from bright and crisp to heavily oaked and buttery.Vineyard owners like Chardonnay because

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32:53

You’ll be drinking with the fishes unless you join us...

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/07/31

Chianti is a classic Italian wine. It has come a long way from the basket wines found in the checkered tablecloth restaurants of the past century. Tonight, our two blind tasters will pair Chianti with some cheese. Join them as they taste these three wines. 1. 2021 Kirkland Riserva Classico ($8.99) from Costco https://costcowineblog.com/ 2. 2021 Gabbiano Calvaliera D’Ore https://www.castellogabbiano.it/ ($11.99) from our local Wall to Wall Wine Store 3. 2020 Peppoli Chianti Classico

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29:14

Riesling - Ja, we are tasting Riesling, so buckle-up...

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/07/24

Riesling is a light, high-acid summer refresher and can be a great pairing with the right food. Some people avoid Riesling, believing it is only a sweet wine. While it can be made sweet, most Riesling is bone dry. Today we will taste these three Rieslings.1. 2023 Joseph Handler Riesling ($5.99) from Trader Joe’s. This wine is off-dry, with notes of Green-apple, pear, and apple.2. 2022 Poet’s Leap https://longshadows.com Long Shadows Vintners Collection Riesling ($22.99) from our local Wall to Wall

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31:11

Bargain Hunt - Blind Tasting of Three Affordable Wines

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/07/17

Dennis and Denise are opting for a budget-friendly approach tonight, with each wine costing less than $10. We chose three refreshing summer wines that won’t break the bank. We taste the 2023 Landkastel Riesling ($6.99) from Aldi, 2023 Kirkland Pinot Grigio ($4.99) from Costco, and the Espiral Vinho Verde ($4.99) from Trader Joe’s. Listen to find out our favorite.

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32:28

Like a Middle-Weight Champion - Pinot Noir punches...

Wine Appraiser ·

2024/07/10

In this episode, Pinot Noir reigns supreme. The grape that made Burgundy famous and produces some of the most expensive wines in the world takes to the tasting ring. Which wine will wear the belt in the blind wine tasting? Unknown to us, tonight we tasted these three Pinots: 2022 Ken Wright Cellars Willamette Valley ($25.99) from our local wine store - Wall to Wall Wine; our second wine was a 2021 San Simeon Monterey Pinot Noir ($19.99) from Costco, and our final wine was the Kirkland Signature

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