Best David Bordeaux Podcasts (2024)

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Wines With Altitude 30:54

16h ago30:54

30:54

Following on from last episode’s climate-conscious look at wines grown beside the seaside, Jason assembles a flight (pun intended) of seven wines that hale from high places, where cool air and steep, free-draining slopes go some way towards mitigating the higher temperatures that otherwise put way too much bang in your Bourboulenc and vavavoom in y…

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500: Richard Sanford and the Hot Tub Time Machine Wine Fermenters 1:57:54

24d ago1:57:54

1:57:54

Richard Sanford co-founded the Sanford and Benedict Winery and planted the Sanford and Benedict Vineyard. He founded the Sanford Winery, and he also founded the Alma Rosa Winery, all in Santa Barbara County, California. Richard discusses his sailing career, working in the merchant marine, racing boats recreationally, and as an officer in the United…

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Science. Creativity. Passion. Luna Hart Wines | Owner and Winemaker Gretchen Voelcker 9:44

30d ago9:44

9:44

Join Gretchen Voelcker, the owner and winemaker of Luna Hart Wines, as she takes us on a tour of Hendricks Vineyard in Ballard Canyon - a key source of grapes for her small-production, minimal intervention wines. https://lunahartwines.com Learn about Gretchen's passion project, Luna Hart, which she started in 2014 with a focus on unique varietals l…

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Sustainability and Syrah in Ballard Canyon | Piazza Family Wines | Winemaker Gretchen Voelcker 5:52

1M ago5:52

5:52

Join Gretchen Voelcker, the winemaker at Piazza Family Wines, as she takes us on a tour of their stunning estate vineyard in Ballard Canyon. Learn about the region's distinctive limestone soils, coastal fog patterns, and sun and wind exposure that contribute to the exceptional quality of their handcrafted, minimal-intervention wines. http://www.pia…

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"We Are All Connected" - Future Perfect | Tasting with Sunny Doench Stricker at Diamond Sky Ranch 21:27

1M ago21:27

21:27

Join Sunny Doench Stricker, the passionate owner and winemaker of Future Perfect Wines, as she takes us on an intimate tour through her thoughtfully crafted wine portfolio. Discover the unique terroir of Santa Barbara County and how it inspires Sunny's winemaking approach, focused on Old World-style balance and drinkability. https://futureperfectwi…

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499: David Rafanelli on Four Generations Making Wine in California 1:20:40

2M ago1:20:40

1:20:40

David Rafanelli and his family own the A. Rafanelli Winery in the Dry Creek Valley of Sonoma County, California. David relates the story of his Italian grandmother arriving in California in 1903, and beginning to make homemade wine in San Francisco. He explains how the family bought farm land in the Dry Creek Valley in the 1920s, thus beginning a 1…

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More Punk Rock than Robert Parker | Tank Garage Winery | From Napa Valley to Paso Robles 29:34

2M ago29:34

29:34

In this episode of "Understanding Wine with Austin Beeman," Austin is at Tank Garage Winery's brand-new filling station in Paso Robles, California, tasting a lineup of unique wines with general manager Ed Feuchuk. From their bold blends to innovative rosés and pét-nat sparklers, Tank Garage Winery embraces an unconventional winemaking style. Their …

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Creative and Unique White Wines from Paso Robles | Monochrome Wines with Winemaker David McGee 24:55

2M ago24:55

24:55

Join Austin Beeman as he visits Tin City in Paso Robles, California, to meet with David McGee, owner and winemaker of Monochrome Wines. David shares his passion for crafting distinctive white wine blends that showcase the diverse terroir of the region. https://monochromewines.com Discover the story behind Monochrome Wines and David's unconventional…

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PasoSecco: The Best Bubbles in Paso Robles? 5:23

2M ago5:23

5:23

Join wine enthusiast Austin Beeman as he introduces you to PasoSecco, the first and only Charmat-style sparkling wine made exclusively with grapes from Paso Robles, California. In this video, Austin talks with PasoSecco's founder and vintner, Chris Kern, to discuss the unique process behind this refreshing and delicious sparkling wine. https://paso…

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Coastal Cru 31:58

2M ago31:58

31:58

In this episode, Jason and David must go down to the sea again, to the lonely sea and the sky,And all they ask is a flight of fine wines and a corkscrew to open them by…With ABV’s on the increase and the prospect of even warmer weather to come, Jason has gone coastal and lined up a half dozen wines that reflect the benign influence of the sea and u…

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THE GREATEST WINE MUSEUM | THE WINE EXPERIENCE | WOW PORTO | PLANET CORK | PINK PALACE 3:13

3M ago3:13

3:13

Welcome to the 100th episode of "Understanding Wine with Austin Beeman"! In this special episode, I'm diving deep into the heart of Portugal's wine culture at WOW Porto (World of Wine), a cultural complex that's a paradise for wine lovers and a treasure trove of Portuguese heritage. 🌍🍇 Why Portugal is a Must-Visit for Wine Enthusiasts: Portugal is …

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The Wine School | WOW Porto | José Sá Director 5:45

3M ago5:45

5:45

🍇 Embark on a Wine Adventure with José Sá at WOW Porto's Wine School 🍷 An exclusive interview with José Sà, the visionary director of The Wine School at WOW (World of Wine) in Porto. Immerse yourself in a world where old Port storage houses have been transformed into a vibrant cultural hub. At the heart of WOW, José shares his philosophy that under…

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Bonaparte's Beverages 32:11

4M ago32:11

32:11

In an absolute first for this podcast, our wine-loving friends spend several minutes drinking something that isn’t actually wine. This deviation from tradition, though unthinkable under normal circumstances, is rendered unavoidable by the fact that Jason has decided to answer a question that David wasn’t even aware needed to be asked - unless in a …

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498: A Rush of Blood to the Wine Glass from Dan Keeling 1:27:10

5M ago1:27:10

1:27:10

Dan Keeling is a co-founder and partner in the Noble Rot restaurants and Shrine to the Vine retail shops in London, "Noble Rot" Magazine, and Keeling Andrew and Co., an importer of wine into the United Kingdom. He co-authored "The Noble Rot Book: Wine From Another Galaxy". Dan admits to some of his obsessions, namely food and music. He describes ho…

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Exploring the Azulejos: A Journey Through Pinhão Train Station's Blue Tiles 2:02

5M ago2:02

2:02

Welcome to my travel and wine channel! In this short yet captivating video, we embark on a visual journey to explore the stunning blue azulejos (traditional Portuguese tiles) of Pinhão Train Station, nestled in the heart of Portugal's Douro Valley. 🔹 About the Pinhão Train Station: Pinhão is a key town in the Douro wine region, famous for its breat…

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SEVEN MILLION Liters of Port Wine | Barrels from 1882 | A Tour of Graham's Port Lodge 14:57

5M ago14:57

14:57

A tour of Graham's Port Lodge. A tour guide explains the aging process and different types of port wines at Graham's cellar. The guide mentions that the cellar has seven million liters of port aging, with the oldest wine dating back to 1882. He also discusses the different styles of port, such as Ruby and Tawny, and how they are aged differently to…

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Fonseca Bin 27 Port: Tasting with 6th Generation Winemaker David Guimaraens and Austin Beeman 3:51

6M ago3:51

3:51

A conversation between David Guimaraens and Austin Beeman about Fonseca Bin 27, a young and fruity port wine. Guimaraens describes the wine as full-bodied and rich, with a concentration of black currant fruit. He explains that the grapes used to make the port come from the Douro Valley, which has a hot mountain climate that contributes to the inten…

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497: Robert Drouhin Is From A Good Vintage 1:43:53

6M ago1:43:53

1:43:53

Robert Drouhin and his family own Maison Joseph Drouhin in the Burgundy region of France, as well as Domaine Drouhin in the Willamette Valley of Oregon. Robert describes moving to Burgundy as a child, and his experiences around Beaune during World War 2. His adoptive father, Maurice Drouhin, owned the Maison Joseph Drouhin winery, and began instruc…

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Fonseca 1985 Vintage Port: Tasting with 6th Generation Winemaker David Guimaraens and Austin Beeman 7:24

6M ago7:24

7:24

David Guimaraens, the 6th generation winemaker, discusses his pride in a vintage port made by his father, the Fonseca 1985. He emphasizes the pleasure of drinking a mature vintage port and the complexity it offers. Guimaraens also mentions the cult following of the Fonseca 1985 and its ability to age well. He and Austin Beeman, the interviewer, dis…

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What Makes VINTAGE PORT so special? | Fonseca | 6TH GENERATION WINEMAKER | David Guimaraens 10:48

6M ago10:48

10:48

David Guimaraens, a sixth-generation winemaker at Fonseca, discusses the history and winemaking process of the renowned vintage port house. https://www.fonseca.pt/en He explains that Fonseca is located in Vila Nova de Gaia, separate from the vineyards in the Douro region where the grapes are grown. Guimaraens describes how his ancestors built relat…

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496: Sandy Block's Shot at Redemption 1:21:29

6M ago1:21:29

1:21:29

Sandy Block was a Master of Wine who was also the Vice President of Beverage at the Legal Sea Foods group of restaurants, and an Adjunct Professor at Boston University in Massachusetts. Sandy passed away in November of 2021. Sandy talks about his rollercoaster relationship with academics: doing very well in school during some periods of his life, a…

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ANCIENT WINE CELLAR Tour | Boutique FAMILY PORT HOUSE | Martha's Wines & Spirits 5:58

6M ago5:58

5:58

Rita Marta, a member of the Martha family (https://marthasgroup.com), gives a tour of their old cellars in the Douro Valley. The walls of the main house date back to 1727, although they have been reconstructed over time. The family has been in the grape-growing business since then, but only started making wine in the early 19th century. They initia…

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The ONLY PRE-PHYLLOXERA Port Vineyard. QUINTA DO NOVAL NACIONAL. 3:42

7M ago3:42

3:42

Visit the Nacional Vineyard of Quinta do Noval with Austin Beeman in Portugal. The Nacional vineyard at Quinta do Noval in Portugal is considered one of the most important vineyards in the world. It survived phylloxera which devastated European vineyards in the late 1800s. The plot is the only survivor of the disease in the Douro Valley, and the re…

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Making PORT WINE with Quinta do Bomfim: Dow's Port. Symington Family Estates 22:02

7M ago22:02

22:02

Visit Quinta do Bomfim (Dow's Port) in Pinhão, Portugal with Austin Beeman. This guided tour of the winery discusses the history of the winery, the nature of the Douro Valley, the process of Port Wine production, and the barrel aging that creates the diversity in port styles. Shot on location at Quita do Bomfim in November 2023. You'll learn about …

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Coming Soon: Porto and Wines of the Douro Valley 0:25

7M ago0:25

0:25

COMING SOON TO UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN I recently spent two weeks in Portugal traveling and visiting wineries. Videos from this adventure are coming over the next few weeks. Featuring: Fonseca Quinta do Noval Graham's Martha's Ports Quinta do Bomfim The Wine Experience at WOW Porto The Wine School at WOW Porto Work With Austin Send Me…

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Sommelier Enchanted Evening 33:36

8M ago33:36

33:36

Jason's well-known for keeping a tight ship, but like the egalitarian oenophile we know him to be, he's not averse to granting other mariners of the wine dark sea an opportunity to take the helm and plot a course through the beneficent waters of the bacchanal either. In this instalment, no fewer than six of the U.K's finest sommeliers opine on wine…

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495: Steve Doerner and the Burgundian Bicyclists 2:19:13

8M ago2:19:13

2:19:13

Steve Doerner is Winemaker Emeritus at Cristom Vineyards in Oregon. Steve discusses his shift from being a Biochemistry Major at UC Davis in the mid-1970s to his first Job working for Josh Jensen at Calera Wine Company. Steve arrived at Calera for the 1978 harvest, the first vintage for Pinot Noir at Calera. Josh had begun making wine at Calera in …

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The First Thing I liked About Portugal. Cheap Wine. Coimbra, Portugal. November 6, 2023 0:29

8M ago0:29

0:29

Turns out that the wine here is really cheap. Coimbra, Portugal. November 6, 2023 *** FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman WORK WITH AUSTIN: http://www.austinbeeman.com/about-me or acbwine@gmail.com…

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Wines To Find, Ep 194: The Joy of Vinho Verde From Grape to Glass with Friā Friõ's Dynamic Duo 52:04

9M ago52:04

52:04

Wines: 2022 Friā Friõ Vinho Verde White and Rosé Welcome to another tantalizing episode of Wines to Find, where we take you on a journey to the beautiful vineyards of Portugal with our esteemed guests Jocelyn Brent and Lisa Rankin, the dynamic duo behind Friā Friõ. Jocelyn and Lisa both have intriguing, worldwide back stories, which they share as t…

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Wines To Find, Ep 193: Innovation Meets Tradition In Sabine David's Austrian Winemaking Journey 36:34

9M ago36:34

36:34

Wines: Vulgo Ritter 2021 Sauvignon Blanc and 2021 Pinot Noir Ever wondered what would happen when an industrial engineer trades her blueprints for a vineyard? Our guest, Sabine David, did just that, and today we get to taste the fruits of her courageous switch. Sabine, the co-owner of Vulgo Ritter, invites us on a sensory tour of the Austrian wine …

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Wines To Find, Ep 192: Wrapping Up Our Journey To Spain 29:22

10M ago29:22

29:22

Join us on an intoxicating journey through Spain, as we follow the story of our guest, Sophie Martin, an American who initially traveled to Spain to learn Spanish but ended up falling in love with the culture, the people, and to her surprise, the wine. With Sophie, we explore the world of Spanish wines and the rich culture that surrounds it, highli…

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Whaddya know?... Bordeaux! 39:50

10M ago39:50

39:50

The Bordeaux region may be home to some of the most famous and long-lived wines in the world and play host to any number of celebrated appellations, but, says Jason, you can do it on a budget... But would you really you want to?With six sedulously selected bottles to work through, Jason and David hop from one bank of the Garonne to the other sampli…

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Wines To Find, Ep 191: Exploring the Legacy and Future of Bodegas Garcia de Lara 40:15

10M ago40:15

40:15

Wines: Finca Villalobillos Pampana Blanca and Pie Franco and La Cueva Colora Get ready to be transported to Spain's wine region, La Mancha, as we navigate the vineyards of Bodegas Garcia de Lara. We promise you a unique journey full of rich flavors, love of family and preservation of a legacy. Be prepared to have your taste buds tantalized as we in…

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Wines To Find, Ep 190: Spain's Leyenda del Paramo Winery and Sustainable Winemaking 38:24

10M ago38:24

38:24

Wines: Leyenda del Paramo: El Aprendiz Blanco, Rosé and El Médico Red Pack your bags, wine enthusiasts! We're taking you on an exciting journey to Spain's León region, where we've discovered Leyenda del Paramo. This isn't just any ordinary winery tour - we've had the marvelous privilege of being guided by none other than Pedro Gonzalez. This episod…

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Wines To Find, Ep 189: From Vineyard to Winemaking With Traslanzas's Husband and Wife Team 23:30

10M ago23:30

23:30

Imagine strolling through lush vineyards, basking in the Spanish sun, and tasting some of the most exquisite wines in the world. That's precisely the charming experience we had on our recent journey to Cigales, Spain, where we visited Traslanzas owned by the husband and wife team of Carlos and Maria. Carlos handles the vineyard, while Maria makes t…

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Wines To Find, Ep 188: A Toast To Toro's Kiko Calvo's Bodegas Bigardo 46:00

11M ago46:00

46:00

Wines: Bigardo, Satelite, Pellejo Vino Tinto de Parcela, & Maldito Parné In this episode, we meet Kiko Calvo, the owner of Bodegas Bigardo, who made his winemaking dream a reality. We are captivated by his journey beginning with his family's plot of land to the manifestation of his very own winery. He tells us of his worldwide travels where he hone…

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494: Alicia Towns Franken's Wine Life 1:09:46

11M ago1:09:46

1:09:46

Alicia Towns Franken is a Co-Founder of Towns Wine Co. and the Executive Director of Wine Unify. Alicia discusses her upbringing in Chicago and her introduction to wine in college. She then segways into describing her role as the Head Sommelier at Grill 23 & Bar in Boston, Massachusetts during the 1990s and early 2000s. Alicia talks about the bigge…

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Wines To Find, Ep 187: A Sip of Toro's Wine & Culture and How You Can Experience It 29:29

11M ago29:29

29:29

Wines: Spanish Palate's Botas de Barro Tinto de Toro and Prieto Picudo Do you ever wonder about the fascinating journey of a grape? How it transforms from a seed into a delicious glass of wine bursting with flavors and stories? We spent a memorable time with Nicola Thornton of Spanish Palate, who shared her lovely vision of enhancing wine tourism i…

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493: Neil Empson Shifted Gears Into Wine 1:40:19

11M ago1:40:19

1:40:19

Neil Empson is the founder of Empson & Co., an exporter of wines from Italy and other countries. Neil, who was born in New Zealand in 1939, recounts his youthful days driving fast, reselling Ferraris, and meeting with intelligence officers. He talks about meeting his wife Maria, who convinced him to move to Italy and take up the wine business there…

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Let's Be Franc 28:47

11M ago28:47

28:47

In this episode, Jason and David sample a sextet of wines devoted entirely to one ‘grately’ underrated grape, prized by none other than Cardinal Richelieu, (l’Eminence Rouge of France) and Jason Yapp, (l’Eminence Rouge ou Blanc of Frome).They begin with a perfectly balanced, rose hip and mint, Chinon Rosé 2022 from Domaine Jean-Maurice Raffault, fo…

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Wines To Find, Ep 186: A Journey With The Spanish Palate pt 1 31:54

11M ago31:54

31:54

Ready for a journey that will tantalize your taste buds and ignite your wanderlust? Buckle up as we, the Wines To Find team, including our husbands, recount the thrilling adventure we embarked on, starting in South Carolina and crossing half the globe to land in Madrid, Spain. From our first wine tasting in Rioja to the stunning views of the mounta…

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Wines To Find, Ep 185: Savor the Flavor & Dive into Vermouth 18:07

11M ago18:07

18:07

Wines: Dolin Vermouth de Chambéry Dry White & Sweet Red Are you ready to uncork the secrets of vermouth and venture into a realm of flavor that's been a well-kept secret by bartenders and chefs alike? Yes, we're talking about the often underestimated and misunderstood fortified wine known as Vermouth. As we navigate our way through a delightful tas…

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