This week we take a look at Gamay … but not from Ontario. We are joined by Nicolas Mielly from Chateau de la Chaize in Beaujolais. We have a chance to discuss the future of the region, the impact of Georges DuBoeuf and Nouveau. Is Beaujolais on the cusp of...
Michael and André sit down with Tracey Shepos Cenami who is the Chef and Cheese Specialist for La Crema, and with Susan Lueker, winemaker responsible for Bordeaux style wines from Kendall-Jackson. We take a look at their careers – but also talk about how far things have come for women...
Continuing the discussion from last week. Michael and André take a look at some older bottles of Ontario Riesling. Are Ontario’s take on this grape world class?
It’s an understatement to say that the wines from 2020 will be highly anticipated. I know for myself as a consumer, and as a writer – I am expecting big things from the usual heavy hitters in Niagara. Was I disappointed when I tasted through the upcoming vintage of the...
it feels like all is right with the world now that Le Clos Jordanne has had a few vintages under its belt since its return a few years ago. It’s almost like there’s balance in the force. I still don’t feel like Arterra has managed to completely knock it out...
Two Guys Talking Wine · What's the deal with Riesling? – Episode 278 We taste through a trio of rieslings from Flat Rock cellars. And we also take a look at the state of Riesling in the province of Ontario.
Two Guys Talking Wine · with Sal D'Angelo (Episode 277) – Ontario Legacy 18 We are joined with one of the original pioneers of the Lake Erie North Shore. Sal D’Angelo was one of the early wineries to work with hybrids and vinifera in the other wine region.
Two Guys Talking Wine · The New Look From Pelee Island – Episode 276 Michael and André taste through some of the new wines from Pelee Island. It has been awhile since we’ve done a deep look at the winery (way back in Episode 13 – Twoguystalkingwine – 061416-2guystalkinwine-pelee-island-and-lens)
I have long been following the Versado. This winery is owned by Southbrook Winemaker Ann Sperling and Peter Gamble. I have had the chance to taste these wines in the past, but it has been a few years since having a chance to visit them. This is the first time...
Two Guys Talking Wine · Can Richard Beatty Convince André and Michael to Drink Orange Wine? – Episode 275 A few episodes ago we put the call out to our listeners. Who is a regular drinker of Orange wine? Can you explain to us the appeal. One man rose to the...
Last month I had the opportunity to visit Flat Rock Cellars. Anyone who has been reading this website for any extended period of time knows that I tend to visit this winery frequently – the Rusty Shed is a mainstay in my home and cellar. This visit felt a bit...
Two Guys Talking Wine · Bottle Shop Bonanza – Episode 274 We are now deep into the neverending pandemic. The Toronto Star recently published a piece on bottle shops … so Michael and André thought they would speak to the owner of one of these shops (Archive 909 Dundas St...
