While Michael Pinkus likes to remind people of my unapologetic love for Chardonnay. But I have been spending some time pondering Pinot Noir for a little bit now. In 2019 I managed to get my hands on a couple of tons of Pinot Noir from the St David’s Bench that...
Two Guys Talking Wine · The Westcott Experience … The Pinot Noir Edition – Episode 193 Michael and André sit down with Grant and Casey from Westcott to taste through the current line up of Chardonnay. But towards the end Grant lobs a curveball at the guys – and things...
The Bachelder portfolio is growing! Of course we had the opportunity to sip through Pinot Noir and Chardonnay but the newest addition to his arsenal is Gamay. What was interesting about this podcast – was that even though I tried to talk to Thomas about how I’m trying to avoid...
I think many of us are at the point of dealing with the Covid-19 crisis by trying to find silver linings. One of my silver linings has been spending the past few weeks connecting with Thomas Bachelder, and Michael Pinkus to taste through the wines included in his newest release...
Two Guys Talking Wine · Do we even know what is going on anymore? – Episode 192 Michael and André catch up on what they’ve been drinking. They also spend a large amount of time talking about haircuts – for some reason.
Lineups are the new reality of 2020 but sometimes it doesn’t have to be. Need wine? Shop local and get wine delivered to your door. With over 150 wineries within 2 hours of the GTA, local Ontario wineries are closed for visitors, but still open for business. Many local wineries...
We recorded this a few weeks ago – but it’s always nice to be reminded of the joys of Port. We sat down (virtually) with Lindsay Groves and a bunch of mason jars to talk about about Taylor Fladgate. Two Guys Talking Wine · Talking Taylor Fladgate Ports – Episode...
2017 Chateau Des Charmes Gamay Noir “Droit” – Vintages 346742 – $19.95 – ****½ – I’m a huge fan of Gamay – and the Droit from Chateau des Charmes is always among the best in the province. But there is something about the 2017 vintage that explodes out of the...
This is the first of a three part series where we sit down with Thomas Bachelder to talk about his spring release – this week we focus on Chardonnay. Two Guys Talking Wine · Thomas Bachelder and the Violette Release (Chardonnay) – Episode 190
I recently discussed this wine with Michael Pinkus during our last 2 Thumbs Up – I don’t really fair I had a fair chance to give this wine its due. Currently you can order directly from Trail Estate and have delivery of 6 bottles of more sent to you at...
Two Guys Talking Wine · Natalie Richard – Routes des Vins dans le Monde – Episode 189 We originally met Natalie walking around Saguenay dressed as the Roman goddess Venus. André got to talk with her frequently while working on her book. The finished book is an essential guide to...
It’s been a few weeks since the Finale of Picard. During the ten episode run I decided to pick up a bottle of Burgundy to enjoy with each episode. It was a nice indulgence and was something to look forward to every week. Beyond just enjoying a nice bottle of...
