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Beats Vines and Life

Marvin J. Towler

MJ Towler aka the Black Wine Guy went from a totally obsessed wine newbie to the world"s first-ever African-American fine and rare wine auctioneer in less than 3 years.These days, he is a podcaster and journalist who travels the globe, having conversations with the movers, shakers, and disruptors in the worlds of food, wine, music, and more.This show pairs his passion for complex, interesting wines with complex, interesting guests.These are deep thinkers and Mavericks talking about their passions,

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1:28:48

From Street Teams to Wine Zines! Exploring Wine,...

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2023/12/11

Welcome to The Black Wine Guy Experience! In today's episode, our host, MJ Towler, sits down with the extraordinary Stacy Buchanon, who delves deep into his diverse and captivating journey. From pioneering street team marketing for major corporations to venturing into the wine industry and creating the innovative "Blood of Gods" zine, Stacy's story is nothing short of enthralling.Stacy Buchanon was born in Walla Walla in 1980, where his family has been involved in wheat farming and barley for

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1:53:29

Snowboarding, Winemaking, and the Pursuit of Passion:...

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2023/12/04

In this episode of The Black Wine Guy Experience, host MJ Towler sits down with special guest Seth Kitze for an insightful and engaging conversation.Seth grew up in the Yakima Valley, where wine grapes were just starting to gain popularity. Although there were only a few vineyards in the area, people were beginning to make quality wine. However, at that time, Washington state consumers were not as passionate about wine as they are today. Seth observed the growth of the wine industry and the

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1:32:55

Exploring Terroir: Christophe Baron's Journey from...

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2023/11/27

In today's episode, host MJ Towler delves into the fascinating world of wine creation with special guest Christophe Baron. Get ready to uncork your curiosity as we explore Christophe's innovative approach to crafting exceptional wines.In this episode, Christophe shares the story behind his vineyard's unique use of horsepower, paying homage to his ancestors who relied on draft horses in French vineyards. We learn about his experimentation with high-density planting, resulting in riper stems and lower

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1:36:26

Navigating the Wine Industry: Perspectives from...

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2023/11/24

Welcome back to The Black Wine Guy Experience! In today's BONUS episode from "Wine 2 Wine," we have an exciting lineup of guests joining our host, MJ Towler. Get ready to dive into the world of wine with our special guests: Sofia, Hermione, Alice, Adam, and Michele.Michele, a director at a family-run wine importer and Italian wine ambassador, shares his expertise from Italy and the UK. We then shift gears and hear from Adam and Hermione, who are involved in publishing wine-related books. Join us as

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1:38:50

Unveiling West Sonoma Coast's Unique Terroir: A...

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2023/11/15

Welcome to The Black Wine Guy Experience! In this episode, host MJ Towler sits down with special guest Andy Peay, co-founder of Peay Vineyards, to have an in-depth conversation about wine, winemaking, and the unique journey that led Andy to where he is today.They dive into a wide range of topics, including Andy's background, his family's influence on his love for wine, the founding of Peay Vineyards, and the intricacies of winemaking on the West Sonoma Coast.From discussing sustainable food

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1:49:15

From Shelf Stocker to Winemaker: Chris Cottrell's...

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2023/11/08

Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Black Wine Guy Experience! In today's episode, we have a special guest joining us, the incredible Chris Cottrell. Chris is a true wine industry enthusiast with a fascinating journey into the world of wine. From his humble beginnings as a shelf stocker, Chris has grown to become a respected figure in the industry.Join our host, MJ Towler, as they dive into Chris's experiences, starting with the unexpected job he found through Craigslist. They reminisce

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1:34:51

The Art of Savoring: Enhancing Your Life through the...

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2023/11/01

Welcome to The Black Wine Guy Experience, where we dive deep into the world of taste and flavor. In today's episode, we have an exceptional guest, Mandy Naglish, a renowned food and beverage journalist, beer educator, and author. Mandy is here to share her expertise on tasting and exploring flavors and how they can truly enhance our life experience.MJ and Mandy delve into the fascinating realm of blind tasting, exploring how visual perception can influence taste perception. They discuss the impact

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1:44:16

Unveiling a New Wine Culture: JM and the Urban Wine...

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2023/10/23

Ladies and gentlemen, wine enthusiasts, and curious minds welcome to The Black Wine Guy Experience! In today's episode, "JM’shi Urban Wine Tribe," we dive deep into wine culture, diversity, and the relentless pursuit of creating and challenging oneself.Our host, MJ Towler, sits down with the incredible JM, a passionate wine influencer and content creator who believes that the wine industry lacks diversity and aims to create his own vibrant subculture within it.Join us as JM shares his vision of

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1:41:13

Wine, Hustle, and Determination: Malek Amrani's Path...

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2023/10/16

Welcome back to another episode of The Black Wine Guy Experience! I'm your host, MJ Towler, and today, we are thrilled to have an incredible guest joining us, Malek Amrani.Malek's story is a true testament to the power of perseverance and hard work. From his humble beginnings in Morocco to becoming a renowned figure in the wine industry, Malek has overcome countless obstacles to achieve success.In this episode, Malek takes us on a journey through his life, sharing his challenges, the pivotal moments

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1:33:33

Behind the Beats and Bottles: Will Tell's Experiences...

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2023/10/09

Welcome to The Black Wine Guy Experience! In this episode, a special guest joins MJ: the world-renowned hip-hop music producer, MC, and entrepreneur Will Tell. With an impressive roster of collaborations featuring artists like A Tribe Called Quest, Wu-Tang Clan, and Daryl DMC McDaniels, Will has significantly impacted the music industry. But that's not all - he is also the CEO of the True Wine Connoisseurs Group and a board member of The Felix Organization.In this conversation, MJ and Will delve

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1:02:34

Celebrate Merlot! The Pursuit of Perfection:...

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2023/10/03

Welcome to another episode of The Black Wine Guy Experience! In today's episode, titled "Celebrate Merlot," we have a fantastic lineup of guests joining our host, MJ Towler. Get ready to dive deep into the world of wine as we explore the fascinating journey of our speaker, who not only works for a winery but is fully invested in every aspect of its activities. Our speakers are true connoisseurs, from tasting and selling to discussing and learning.We'll discover how the art of winemaking is like

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1:17:24

From Surfer to Winemaker: Glen Goodall's Remarkable...

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2023/09/25

Welcome to another episode of The Black Wine Guy Experience. In this installment, host MJ Towler sits down with the esteemed Glen Goodall, a well-respected and recognized wine journalist in Australia. Glen takes us on a journey through the world of winemaking in Margaret River, discussing everything from organic wines to the importance of diversity in the industry. He shares fascinating insights into his winemaking process, including using oak barrels and carefully blending parcels to create the

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39:06

Grenache Day Bonus Episode! Garnacha Glory: Exploring...

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2023/09/18

In this bonus episode, MJ welcomes two fantastic guests to the show: Carolina de Funes, the Manager of the Spanish Association of Garnacha and the Manager of the European Garnacha Grenache Quality Wines Program, and Eric Aracil, Associated Manager of the European Garnacha Grenache Quality Wines Program and Export Manager of the Conseil Interprofessionnel des Vins du Roussillon Wines/CIVR. Together, they explore their passion for Grenache and share their expertise on this incredible grape

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1:34:35

Folktales On The Wine Route: Gregory Ahn's Fantastic...

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2023/09/11

Welcome to another exciting edition of The Black Wine Guy Experience newsletter. In this episode, host MJ Towler sits down with the brilliant Greg Ahn to delve into the captivating world of brand building and the impact of cultural influences on the wine industry. Get ready for an enlightening and thought-provoking discussion!Greg Ahn shares his incredible journey from the corporate world to the wine industry in the episode. With experience at Seagram and his own successful ventures, including

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1:28:16

Unveiling Walla Walla's Hidden Gems: Marc Leahy’s...

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2023/09/05

Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Black Wine Guy Experience! In this episode, MJ sits down with the talented and passionate winemaker Marc Leahy from Dillon Cellars. With a background in various industries and a unique journey into the world of wine, Marc brings a wealth of knowledge and experiences to the table. Join us as we dive deep into the story of Dillon Cellars, Marc's winemaking philosophy, and the challenges and triumphs of being an entrepreneur in the wine industry. From

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1:34:29

Inside the World of Argot Wines: How Beth & Justin...

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2023/08/28

Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Black Wine Guy Experience! I'm your host, MJ Towler, and today, we have a special treat for all you wine lovers out there. Joining us on the show are Beth and Justin Harmon, the dynamic duo behind Argot Wines.In today's episode, we dive deep into the world of Argot Wines and get to know Beth and Justin personally. We'll explore their journey from a successful career in the wine business to taking a leap of faith and running Argot full-time.As we chat

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1:11:03

Grappa Days Live Pt. 2: Unmasking the Flavors,...

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2023/08/21

Welcome back to The Black Wine Guy Experience! In today's episode, titled "Hello Grappa Days Live Pt. 2," we dive deeper into the captivating world of Grappa. Our speaker, a seasoned bartender with over 15 years of experience, takes us on a journey through their remarkable career in the bartending industry. From starting at the only gay bar in Charlottesville, Virginia, to working at dive bars, clubs, Irish bars, beer bars, and wine bars, their expertise shines through their passion for mixology

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Grappa Days Live: Unmasking the Flavors, Stories, and...

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2023/08/14

Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Black Wine Guy Experience! In today's episode, titled "Grappa Days Live Pt. 1," we dive into the world of grappa, a unique spirit distilled from grapes. As always, we have an incredible lineup of guests and stories lined up for you.First, our host extends his gratitude to a guest and shares the delightful experience of enjoying a drink with rosemary. Ice cubes in a glass add an extra layer of enjoyment for our guest, who also recounts the intriguing

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1:28:12

It’s a Wild Wild Life! Unleashing Creativity: Barnaby...

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2023/08/07

Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Black Wine Guy Experience! In today's episode, we have a very special guest joining us: the one and only Barnaby Tuttle. Barnaby's journey into the world of wine began with a simple sip of Pinot Noir that captured his curiosity and ignited his passion. From there, he delved deep into the concept of terroir and embarked on a quest to expand his knowledge of wine.Barnaby's relentless pursuit of wine education took him from buying books and attending

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1:16:29

Volcanic Soils, Unique Texture and Graceful Style:...

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2023/07/31

On this episode of The Black Wine Guy Experience, host MJ Towler sits down with special guest Elizabeth Vianna to discuss the Stags Leap District in Napa Valley. Elizabeth highlights the unique geographical features of the area, which contribute to the district's exceptional wines.The episode also touches on personal experiences, such as feeling like an outsider during high school and finding solace in music and books. Elizabeth emphasizes the importance of finding a sense of belonging, which she

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