Best Syrah Podcasts (2024)

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Clones 16:16

4h ago16:16

16:16

When winemakers say they use certain clones for making wine what do they mean? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 446 - Pietra Susumaniello Salice Salentino 56:29

2h ago56:29

56:29

Pietra Susumaniello In this episode, Rob and Scott drink a rare varietal, the Susumaniello grape, as they review Pietra, from Salice Salentino in Italy. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern

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Episode 143: Are Bread & Butter Wines Good? 51:25

22m ago51:25

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Bread & Butter Wines is one of the fastest growing wine brands in the United States, but does that mean they are any good? Even more importantly, are these wines worth the price? And because these wines rarely show up in the ratings and reviews of the major wine publications, we figured we’d do you a solid and share what we think. In this episode, …

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Valle D'Aosta: The Northernmost Wine Region in Italy 21:10

8d ago21:10

21:10

We have been hanging out in Northern Italy a bit lately, so why not talk about the country's most northern wine region? The wines of Valle D'Aosta are some of the most unique Italian wines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 445 - Turley Wine Cellars Pesenti Vineyards Grenache 1:17:08

2d ago1:17:08

1:17:08

Turley Wine Cellars Pesenti Vineyard Grenache In this episode, Rob and Scott review Turley's venture in to Rhone wines with their Pesenti Venyard Grenache. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern

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They Make Wine in Armenia?!? (SOMM: Cup of Salvation) 42:44

7d ago42:44

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Armenia may be the oldest wine making region in the world, and yet, have you ever had wine from Armenia? There are some good reasons why that may be, and probably most likely because when they were part of the Soviet Union, the government forced them to make fortified wines like brandy, and the winemaking industry was forced to go underground. Over…

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Nebbiolo Heads North 21:26

7d ago21:26

21:26

As the Nebbiolo grape gets further north its characteristics change and show off even more awesomeness. Let's talk about Carema and Valltellina! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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New York's Finger Lakes 20:27

8d ago20:27

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Please click here to offer me some feedback on the show in the Fan Mail feature In this episode, we're exploring the Finger Lakes, a cool-climate wine-making gem in New York. We’ll talk about the region’s iconic grape varieties, like Riesling and Cabernet Franc, and a really cool organization that's bringing more awareness to the region. You'll als…

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Episode 444 - Fattoria La Lecciaia Cabernet Sauvignon 1:02:56

9d ago1:02:56

1:02:56

Fattoria La Lecciaia In this episode, Rob and Scott discover a classic Italian Cabernet by Fattoria La Lecciaia. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern

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WTF is Furmint? (THE white wine from Hungary) 42:01

10d ago42:01

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It may have an odd sounding name, but Furmint is a wine we are delighted to add to our wine list! Hailing from Hungary, where it is often made into the famous sweet wine called Tokaj Asuz, dry Furmint is a crisp, refreshing, and yet medium bodied white wine that can give any classic white a run for its money. In this episode, we learn a bit about t…

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Nebbiolo, Spanna and Alto Piemonte 19:52

14d ago19:52

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The fame and recognition of the wines of Barolo and Barbaresco are undeniable but what about the wine regions due north? They use the same grape, sort of, and express a completely different personality. Get ready to explore the wines of Alto Piemonte. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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A Hidden Vineyard in the Heart of Paris: Clos Montmartre. 8:28

14d ago8:28

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A Hidden Vineyard in the Heart of Paris: the Clos Montmartre Explore Clos Montmartre, one of Paris’s best-kept secrets—a working vineyard tucked away in the charming streets of Montmartre. On this exclusive tour, Laurence Debart-Johner takes you through a place rarely open to the public. Learn how this vineyard survived urban development due to the…

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Episode 443 - Cellier des Princes Cuvee Sainte Vierge Chateauneuf-du-Pape 1:08:01

16d ago1:08:01

1:08:01

Cellier des Princes In this episode, Rob and Scott embark on a mission to discover what you get for $20 from Chateauneuf-du-Pape. To do this they review Cellier des Princes Cuvee Sainte Vierge. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern

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Minisode #15: Why Total Wine is Sus! 13:54

17d ago13:54

13:54

Look, Total Wine is big, it has a ton of wine (obvi), and it is often conveniently located, but we just are not convinced about Total Wine, and we do not enjoy shopping there. For a wine store that is so huge, the selection seems kind of crappy frankly. Why is that? In this podcast, we go into some depth into explaining why, and what some better al…

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Hybrids 17:58

21d ago17:58

17:58

They rose. They fell. They are rising again. They are here. Let's talk about hybrid grapes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 442 - Peterson Winery Tollini Vineyard Old School Zinfandel 39:59

27d ago39:59

39:59

Peterson Winery Tollini Vineyard Old School Zinfandel In this episode, Rob and Scott have a near death experience as they attempt to drink the utter trash that is Peterson Winery Tollini Vineyard Old School Zinfandel. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern

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Minisode #14: Is Sake Wine? 15:31

24d ago15:31

15:31

Sake is often called rice wine, but is it actually wine?!? You may be surprised to find the answer! And for this minisode, we are joined by our daughter Marianna who you can find on Instagram at munch.with.mar! They have been making sake in Japan in the same way for more than 500 years, and there are 12 steps to making it, so, whether it is wine, b…

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A Vibe Check On American Wine Trends: What's Next? 33:56

28d ago33:56

33:56

Taking a minute (or thirty) to vibe-check our wine-drinking culture. We are a country of trends and wine is very much part of that. Let's talk about the history of wine trends in the US and get excited about what is next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 441 - Gundlach Bundschu Gunbun Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon 1:18:46

1M ago1:18:46

1:18:46

Gunbun Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon In this episode, Rob and Scott learn that even the better wineries are not above a shameless cash grab as the suffer through Gundlach Bundschu's Gunbun Cabernet. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern

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Wallet Friendly Wine Reviews: Two Buck Chuck Sauvignon Blanc Challenge! 37:49

1M ago37:49

37:49

Sauvignon Blanc is one of our very favorite wines because it is rarely ever anything other than good, and a lot of people feel that way as well, but in this episode we put that to the test by seeing if really inexpensive Sauvignon Blancs can be any good. And, we have some news for you people - while you can find some good inexpensive Sauvignon Blan…

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Norton 17:16

1M ago17:16

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THe Norton grape is said to be the first cultivated American native grapevine. Yes, that is true but there is more to this story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 440 - Phil Long Alexander Valley "Reserve" Cabernet Sauvignon 49:42

1M ago49:42

49:42

Phil Long Wines In this episode, Rob and Scott do what you shouldn't do, they drink Phil Long's Alexander Valley Reserve Cabernet. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern

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WTF is Alicante Bouschet aka Garnacha Tintorera? 39:26

1M ago39:26

39:26

Did you know that most red wine grapes do not have red flesh? That is what makes teinturier grapes so unique, and why this is a great episode for expanding your wine knowledge and wine horizons. Alicante Bouschet, as would be appropriate, is one of those grapes. Derived from the French term for “dye” or “stain,” teinturier grapes have red flesh to …

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Italy Part VII: Chianti Merges With Chianti 21:26

2M ago21:26

21:26

Chianti finally became what we know it today. A young noble leaves Florence for the vineyards of his estate and makes history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 439 - Campo al Mare Bolgheri Rosso 1:03:58

1M ago1:03:58

1:03:58

Campo al Mare Bolgheri Rosso In this episode, Rob and Scott review a spectacular Bordeaux blend from Bolgheri in Italy known as Campo al Mare Rosso. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern

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High QPR Pinot Noir #5! (Learning about Australia Pinot Noir) 43:58

1M ago43:58

43:58

In our ongoing mission to find high quality Pinot Noirs at reasonable prices, we bring you a taste of Australia and a discussion on where they can actually grow good Pinot Noir grapes in Australia, how warm climate regions like Australia and California try to deal with this grape that does better in cooler climates, and why Pinot Noir can be expens…

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Muscadine 13:20

2M ago13:20

13:20

Let's get to know a native American wine grape Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 438 - Ancient Peaks Zinfandel 1:21:36

2M ago1:21:36

1:21:36

Ancient Peaks Zinfandel In this episode, Rob and Scott enjoy a Zinfandel from Paso Robles by Ancient Peaks Zinfandel. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern

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Italian Wine Adventure #13: Arneis! (A hidden white wine gem from Piedmont, for Chardonnay lovers?) 36:42

2M ago36:42

36:42

Known as “little rascal” in the local Piemontese dialect, this unique Italian white wine is elegant, rich, and flavorful. We usually prefer our white wines to be crisp and acidic, but we really enjoyed this rounder wine, and we think that Chardonnay lovers may find this to be a good option. In this episode we explore just exactly what Arneis is, an…

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Exploring Chablis with Domaine Long-Depaquit | Albert Bichot 2:43

2M ago2:43

2:43

Explore the historic Domaine Long-Depaquit in Chablis, France, a renowned estate producing some of the finest Chablis wines. Join me on a tour of the stunning property, and traditional cellars where this legendary wine is crafted. 2024 Along the way, we’ll uncover what makes this region's Chardonnay so distinctive, and discover why Chablis wines ar…

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Corsica 19:46

2M ago19:46

19:46

We take a quick break from deep dives to answer a listener's request and talk about the wine region of Corsica and it's amazing wines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 437 - Chateau de Campuget 1753 Syrah 50:47

2M ago50:47

50:47

Chateau de Campuget 1753 Syrah In this episode, Rob and Scott review the definition of mediocre in the Chateau de Campuget 1753 Syrah. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern

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Bordeaux Bargains #2! (Plus: how to figure out what grapes are in a Bordeaux wine) 38:26

2M ago38:26

38:26

Confused by how to tell what is in a Bordeaux wine? We feel you! It’s confusing because there are a wide variety of grapes and blends to be found in Bordeaux wines and they don’t usually tell you on the label, but we have some secrets to share about how you can start to figure it out. Also, we think that, whether you are a Cabernet Sauvignon lover …

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Caelesta Vineyard: Templeton Gap's Hidden Gem. A Day with Family Winemaker Brian Farrell Jr. 21:40

2M ago21:40

21:40

Join Austin Beeman as he tastes rich Rhone and Spanish style of Caelesta Vineyard with family winemaker Brian Farrell Jr. We'll visit the Celeste vineyard located perfectly in the Templeton Gap AVA near Paso Robles, California. Then we'll head to the tasting patio as Brian tastes Austin through a lineup of the wines, talking about their production …

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Italy Part VI: Cosimo And The Rough Outline 22:20

2M ago22:20

22:20

The Grand Dukes of Tuscany and the Chianti hills Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia | Discover the Ancient Cellars with Austin Beeman | Haro, Rioja. 2:10

2M ago2:10

2:10

Join Austin Beeman as he explores the iconic R. Lopez de Heredia Vina Tondonia winery in Haro, Rioja, Spain. https://www.lopezdeheredia.com/indexgb.html THIS IS A SPECIAL SECRET EPISODE OF UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN http://www.austinbeeman.com/podcast Established in 1877, this winery is one of Spain's oldest and most revered, known for i…

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Episode 436 - Faust Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 55:25

2M ago55:25

55:25

Faust Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon In this episode, Rob and Scott regret and review Faust Napa Valley Cabernet. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern

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Portuguese Wine Primer #1: Vinho Verde! 39:25

2M ago39:25

39:25

With just a few weeks of summer left, we have the perfect wine to ensure that you do not squander those last few precious days. Afterall, there are some wines that just scream summer, and Vinho Verde is at the top of the list. Hailing from Portugal, Vinho Verde is a light, crisp, easy drinking, crowd pleasing little spritzer. Yes, spritzer because …

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Italy Part V: The Beginnings Of A Wine Region 15:46

2M ago15:46

15:46

As Florence evolves, and then suffers, a wine region begins to form in the south. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 435 - Bernard Griffin Columbia Valley Cabernet 1:05:27

3M ago1:05:27

1:05:27

https://barnardgriffin.com/ In this episode, Rob and Scott are pleasantly surprised by the welcome throwback of a Cabernet by Barnard Griffin in Washington. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern

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Special Episode! Meet the (Wine) Makers #10: Kira Ballotta, Winemaker and Owner of Olivia Brion + Cantadora Wines! 49:38

2M ago49:38

49:38

Kira Ballotta not only makes highly rated and sought after wines (her wines have rated at 92+ with Wine Enthusiast), she is a storyteller who focuses on trailblazing women - and we have to admit, she is quite a trailblazer herself. She is a self-made winemaker and entrepreneur who focuses on sustainable wines, and you can hear her fascinating story…

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Italy Part IV: Warring Hamlets and The Gallo Nero 21:06

3M ago21:06

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There is a legend in the Chianti HIlls about a race for territory and a black rooster. In reality, the history the story is based on establishes the wine region we see today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Cabernet Sauvignon 19:19

3M ago19:19

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Please click here to offer me some feedback on the show in the Fan Mail feature This is the finale for Noble Grapes! The only way to finish it off is with the biggest and boldest wine there is, which is Cabernet Sauvignon. Support the show Ask me any wine question that you would like answered here: https://www.speakpipe.com/yobryguy Checkout the we…

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Episode 434 - Kloster Neustift Abbazia di Novacella Pinot Grigio 59:24

3M ago59:24

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Kloster Neustift Abbazia di Novacella Pinot Grigio In this episode, Rob and Scott find white wine nirvana in the spectacular Pinot Grigio from Kloster Neustift in Italy. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern

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Are We Wrong About Oaky Chardonnay? 51:46

3M ago51:46

51:46

We can admit when we are wrong, and we have to say that although we are not the biggest fans of oaky Chardonnay, we think we found some wines that even an ABC person (that is Anything But Chardonnay) can enjoy. Chardonnay is the most popular white wine in the world, but it is also a very polarizing wine - some people love it and will drink nothing …

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Italy Part III: The Chianti Hills and an Etruscan grape...? 24:02

3M ago24:02

24:02

The 7th-century Etruscans set the stage for 15th-century Italy's first fine wine region. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Syrah/Shiraz 19:19

3M ago19:19

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Please click here to offer me some feedback on the show in the Fan Mail feature This episode covers Syrah wine overall. Support the show Ask me any wine question that you would like answered here: https://www.speakpipe.com/yobryguy Checkout the website: www.yobryguy.com Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yobryguy Contact me at Askbry…

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Episode 433 - Cap Royal Bordeaux Superior Rouge 59:55

3M ago59:55

59:55

Cap Royal Bordeaux Superior Rouge In this episode, Rob and Scott discover another value gem from Bordeaux in the Cap Royal. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern

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Are Trader Joe’s Grand Reserve Wines Good? (Reviews of their Chardonnay, Meritage, and GSM) 51:09

3M ago51:09

51:09

A common question we get is just how good are in-house wine brands like Trader Joe’s or Costco Kirkland Signature wines. This week, we tackle the 3rd highest tier of Trader Joe’s in-house wines, the Grand Reserve level, which is usually priced at $12.99 - which is a killer price IF they are any good. This week we also went out on a limb to try wine…