Tune In to Wine with David Kohl : Bordeaux, Burgundy &; Beyond

Atlantic City’s classic Knife + Fork Steakhouse is rich in historic elements, including the offering of a Madeira Wine “Boston Bual” created to honor our revolutionary colonists in New England who were renowned for their passionate consumption of Madeira from Spain. What a perfect pairing for the menu’s Sticky Toffee Pudding , another colonist fave. #madeirawine #bostonfoodie #bostonfoodies #stickytoffeepudding #revolutionaryhistory

When visiting Atlantic City, be sure to stop in at BAR 32 adjoining The Iron Room for a decadent artisan chocolate experience: we recommend a pairing with classic Fonseca Port Wine. Another visionary development by Mark Callazzo! #atlanticcitynj #portwine #chocolatedessert

The future of Atlantic City N.J. can be viewed through the lens of The Iron Room, both a foodie destination and a venue with wine discoveries such as Sabroso, a summertime chilled red from Monterey California rich in berry fruits that pairs perfectly with the spicy Oaxaca Meatballs & BBQ Chicken. Hats off to Mark Callazzo a visionary real estate developer who is revitalizing Atlantic City’s profile by building cutting edge must-visit dining options. #atlanticcitynj #njfoodie #njfoodies

Atlantic City NJ’s historic prohibition era vibe is alive and well at The Knife + Fork Steakhouse. The impressive wine list includes 2017 Chateau Siran, a classic Margaux offering that we pair with an inventive Short Rib Bourgogne dish & a side of Goat Cheese Au Gratin. While not a classified-growth, Chateau Siran provides a silky smooth Margaux experience. And although 2017 was not a heralded year in Bordeaux on release, this vintage is drinking beautifully today, delivering gems when selected as value choices from restaurant wine lists. #margauxwine #bordeauxwine #steakhouse #chateausiran #atlanticcitynj

Most wine consumers are familiar with the range of low-priced wines grown in Chile, but would be surprised to learn that Chile also produces “Clos Apalta” which has been heralded as one of the finest wines in the world. Owned by France’s prestigious Lapostolle Family (creators of Grand Marnier liquer), Clos Apalta is aged 27 months in oak and is composed of Carmeniere grapes which were originally a species native to Bordeaux. With an herbaceous structure & leafy undertones, Clos Apalta is an exotically satisfying choice for wine lovers willing to spend in the range of $150+. #closapalta #carmeniere #redwine #winetasting

Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley winegrowing region is home to legendary Chateau Musar, also producing an acclaimed 2nd wine known as “Levantine de Musar” that we enjoy today at Enology Wine Bar with a flatbread garnished with ground lamb + goat cheese. As a blend of red grapes Cinsault, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon: this unique offering can be served chilled during the summer months. #chateaumusar #bekaavalley #lebanonwine #winebar

Enology Wine Bar on Long Island features a Pinot Blanc selection from local vineyard Lieb Cellars located in the rustic North Fork town of Cutchogue. The citrus toned fruit structure of this crisp white wine leads to a perfect pairing for summer crab cakes. #liebcellars #winebar #pinotblanc #winetasting #longislandfoodie

Bordeaux’s compact Pomerol Region is highlighted by its legendary blue clay terroir. Grand Cru Classe vineyard Chateau Le Gay & its acclaimed 2nd wine Manoir de Gay reflect as classic Pomerol offerings produced from Merlot + Cabernet Franc. #pomerol #chateaulegay #grandcruclasse

Portugal is an often overlooked wine region that produces white wine perfect for summer seafood pairings. Vinho Verde winegrowing region on the Atlantic Coast is renowned for indigenous grapes such as Alvarinho + Loureiro that create blends of fresh and energetic white wine that retail under $15. #vinhoverde #winetasting #alvarinho

Italian winemaker Bruno Fina honed his craft with Super Tuscan creations, and today is a pioneer in developing “Super Sicilian” offerings by blending Sicily’s indigenous grapes with French grapes such as Merlot to produce a non- traditional Rose varietal that we taste today as a perfect summertime selection. #brunofina #supersicilian #sicilyrose

Today’s news cycle is filled with updates on the wild fires burning near Bordeaux France. Our hearts are filled with deep felt concern for friends and colleagues who remain on high alert through this disaster. The catastrophic events situated near the Atlantic Coastal Arcachon Basin are in close proximity to the Bordeaux wine growing regions of Pessac, Graves, and Cadillac. The Bastide Family of Cadillac is acclaimed for their White Bordeaux selections. #bordeauxwildfires #bordeauxfires #bordeauxmetropole

Jan + Florian Thienpont are successful young winemakers based in Cotes du Franc region who hail from a historic Bordeaux heritage. One of their creative offerings is “Chemin de Merveilles” or Path of Marvels, a nod to the mythical 8th Century era of Charlemagne. As a certified organic, low alcohol Merlot that was produced to be served as a chillable red wine, this creation reflects an ingenuity designed to appeal to the younger generation of wine drinkers. #winetasting #bordeauxwine #thienpont

Red Wine lovers in search of value should be aware that France’s Southern Rhone Valley produces rich varietals with deep herbal spice tones that retail in the $20 range. Today we highlight “Cotes du Rhone Villages” and its Cairanne cru appellation. Grenache + Syrah are the signature grapes, and selections reflect black fruits and earthy Mediterranean style garrique nuances. #winelovers #rhone #grenache

The release of blockbuster movie “The Odyssey” brings to mind that Ancient Troy evolved into the region we know as modern day Turkey, whose winemaking history dates back 7000 years. Today we taste a crisp white wine from Turkey’s Kavaklidere vineyard produced from unique indigenous grapes : Emir, Narince, Sultana. With close proximity to The Aegean Sea, Kavaklidere vineyard thrives with selections that reflect nuances of citrus fruits. #winetasting #theodyssey #turkishfood #indigenouscuisine

Italy produces a wide range of treasured white wine grapes, extending far beyond Pinot Grigio that is recognized by the average consumer. Today we highlight Arneis, a crisp+ fruity white wine grape varietal from Langhe Region that flys under the radar of recognition. Typically grown in tandem with Nebbiolo, Arneis is rich in character and its price range of $25 will lead the adventurous wine lover to a top value offering. #winetasting #arneiswine #italianwine

Grand Cru Classe wine estate Domaine de Chevalier in Pessac region of Bordeaux, owned by the acclaimed Olivier Bernard, also operates a highly regarded vineyard in Sauternes known as Clos des Lunes that produces dry style of white wines that retail in the value range of $20. #domainedechevalier #whitebordeaux #olivierbernard #winelovers

The Burgundy wine region of France is well known for its powerful negociant firms such as Louis Jadot & Louis Latour. Another such name in this regard is Patriarche, founded in 1780 and highly regarded for its extensive wine cellar covering 4 kilometers in City of Beaune. Today we taste a classic Chardonnay offering from Patriarche, available in the $20 range. #whiteburgundy #chardonnay #patriarche #winelovers

Here at NYC Waldorf Astoria, the excellent wine list includes 2017 Bordeaux - Chateau Leoville Barton : this is indeed a wonderful discovery, since the 2017 Bordeaux vintage was largely overlooked by the traditional wine review community. But now almost 10 years later, this selection is drinking beautifully and reveals itself to be quite a value choice if you can locate it on a wine list or online retailer. #waldorfastoria #leovillebarton #chateauleovillebarton #2017bordeaux #winelistvalues

Here at the NYC Waldorf Astoria we enjoy appetizer course of Wagyu Tartare with some elite wine pairings that are complete gems poured by the glass : 2019 La Dame de Montrose from Bordeaux-St. Estephe along with a 2022 Tignanello Super Tuscan. What a powerful experience to kick off our evening. #waldorfastoria #tignanello #wagyutartare #ladamedemontrose

The rare hybrid red wine grape known as Marechal Foch was originally created in Alsace France, intended to withstand cold climates. Today we taste a sparkling red wine Pet Nat offering produced from Marechal Foch that was grown in The Appalachian Mountains. Pleb Urban Winery in Asheville NC’s River Arts District was sadly devastated during Hurricane Helene but its prior operation was acclaimed for creating these craft wine selections. #winepodcast #marechalfoch #hybridgrape

While we all recognize Northern California’s role in the global wine industry, not many consumers realize that Southern California hosts its own historic vineyards. Today we present an intense Zinfandel Rose wine offering created by Abe Schoener’s urban Los Angeles River Wine Company produced from grapes sourced from Lopez Vineyards in Cucamonga, CA. #winepodcast #zinfandel #losangeleswine

The DARE wine shop in historic Lenox, MA is run by French natives who select a carefully curated array of artisinal wines, including this 100% Chardonnay offering retailing in $20 range, produced from 25 year old vines in Puy de Dome region of Central France. Puy de Dome is 1 of 10 global Volcanic AOP appellations and is known for its rare terroir infused with ash + lava. #winepodcast #puydedome #berkshiresfoodie

Affectionately known as “the weapon” here at Gran Paradiso in Island Park NY, this red wine offering Le Argille is a Cabernet Sauvignon produced in Italy’s Veneto region. This selection is quite an impressive heavyweight item and pairs perfectly with both our classic veal parmigiana dish along with the special sausage padta. #winepodcast #italianwine #cabernetsauvignon

Here at local favorite Gran Paradiso in Island Park, within Long Island NY the baked artichoke in lemon crema is a perfect summertime pairing for Barbera d’Alba wine offering from Italy’s Piedmonte region. #winepodcast #longislandfoodie #italianwine

Travels in The Berkshires led us to Cafe Triskele where Moules Frites Curry proved a perfect pairing for crisp White Bordeaux from Graves Region. Gracious owner Gilbert Clerget is a French native from Corsica who provides a warm hospitality vibe. #berkshires #cafetriskele #moulesfrites

Here in The Berkshires at eclectic Ombra Wine Bar, David Kohl enjoys the benefits of a recently adopted wine bar trend : chillable red wine - - this selection is harvested within France’s Sud Ouest Region + produced from the extremely rare native hybrid grape known as "Juracon Noir", which drinks in a style akin to a Gamay or Pinot Noir. Try a chillable red this summer at a backyard barbecue or when ordering spicy food at your favorite bistro. #wine #winepodcast #chillableredwine

Emilia Romagna in northeast Italy produces rich red wines priced in the $20 range such as this Riserva Superiore from Celli Vineyards featuring the Sangiovese grape. The varietal pairs perfectly with gastronomic delights of the Emilia Romagna region and today we enjoy it with a hearty lasagna dish. #winepodcast #winelover #wine #sangiovese #emiliaromagna

Italy contains a wealth of budget friendly + interesting white wine grapes beyond the Pinot Grigio recognized by consumers. Today we present a Grillo offering from Fina Winery in the Marsala region of Sicily. While Marsala is associated with the well known sweet cooking wine, it also is home to white wine grapes such as Grillo that produce dry / citrus toned offerings priced in the $20 range that reflect a Mediterranean character. #winepodcast #wine #italianwhitewine #grillowine #sicilianwine

Austria’s Kamptal wine region located nearby to Vienna sits 400 meters above sea level and houses some fabulous vineyards such as Nastl, producing crisp + dry white wines from the Gruner Veltliner grape. Mineral driven in character, Gruner Veltliner has become more prevalent on by the glass wine menus and can be identified in wine shops by the bright red/ white cap honoring the Austrian flag. #winepodcast #wine #winelover #grunerveltliner

Charming cafe “Bella Vie” in Bayshore, Long Island carries an Italian/ French vibe, but who would have guessed the star of the evening would be this 2023 vintage Cabernet Sauvignon wine gem produced in Eastern European Kosovo by Stone Castle Vineyards. Pairing perfectly with our Spicy Pork Milanese, this wine drinks like an aged offering from Tuscany. Delivering old world elegance at a budget price, Stone Castle is a fine discovery. #winepodcast #winelover #kosovowine #stonecastlevineyard #foodie #longislandfoodie #bayshorelongisland

The wine list at Sunflower Cafe in Bayport, Long Island features some fabulous selections, such as Chateau Ribebon , a barrel aged Bordeaux Superieur that truly over delivers. The 2022 vintage, although young is a silky drinking experience produced from mostly merlot + cabernet franc grapes. The vineyard estate is owned by Alain Aubert who has a 250 year family history in the winemaking trade. #winepodcast #wine #bordeauxsuperieur #chateauribebon #alainaubert

When traveling out east on Long Island, stop in to Sunflower Cafe in Bayport, a gem location for sophisticated yet casual dining. We are thrilled that Sunflower Cafe carries our Il Caillou Sauvignon Blanc from France’s Perigord region. Tonight we pair it with elegant Oysters Rockefeller. #winepodcast #longislandfoodie #sauvignonblanc #bayportlongisland

What a great find on the wine list at Patrizia’s on Long Island : Argiano Brunello di Montalcino, which in 2019 was heralded by Wine Spectator as wine of the year. It is a perfect pairing with Veal Milanese and we give a shout out to our friend Antonio the manager at Patrizia’s original Williamsburg Brooklyn location. Now with almost 20 locations throughout NYC, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, New Jersey & Florida : Patrizia’s is a fun place to discover. #wine #brunellodimontalcino #argianobrunello #brunello

When in NYC Theater District, a great choice for dinner is Le Rivage, where we enjoy an elegant Rose Wine from Bandol, a charming seaside town in the Provence region of France. Bandol Rose is produced as a blend of Cinsault, Mourvèdre & Grenache grapes : what a perfect pairing for our dinner of Provence favorites Duck L’Orange + Ratatouille. #winepodcast #bandolrose #nycfoodscene #nycfood #nycfoodie

LB Spumoni Gardens in Brooklyn’s Coney Island Region has always been a great place to enjoy hearty fare and the classic Spumoni dessert, but now the historic establishment adds to its excellence with David Kohl’s French wine selections from Chateau & Estates Imports including Il Caillou, produced in Perigord Region, known as home of the black truffle. Stop in for a fabulous dining experience soon and ask about the new France-oriented additions to the wine list. #wine #winepodcast #brooklynfoodie #spumonigardens #coneyisland #brooklynwine

David Kohl is thrilled that LB Spumoni Gardens nearby Coney Island in Brooklyn carries his refreshing + citrusy Sauvignon Blanc import selection from Perigord region of France “Il Caillou”, and is pouring it by the glass. The Perigord region is acclaimed for its production of black truffles, a rare gourmet delicacy native to the forested region. #wine #winepodcast #coneyisland #blacktruffle #spumonigardens #brooklynfoodie

Most consumers know that Argentina produces Malbec -based red wines, but the red grape known as Bonarda is also widely planted in Argentina’s Mendoza Region. Similar to the history of Malbec, Bonarda originated in France (under the now extinct varietal Douce). Rich in blue fruits, Bonarda is a perfect pairing for spicy chorizo #winepodcast #redwine #bonarda #mendozaargentina #chorizo

The rock star of France’s Southern Rhone winemaking region is undoubtedly Chateauneuf du Pape but many consumers do not know that neighboring Vacqueyras was elevated to its own appellation in the 1990s and today produces rich red wines from Grenache + Syrah grapes with distinct spice tones and a price under $20. #winepodcast #rhonevalley #vacqueyras #winelover #southernrhone #chateauneufdupape

David Kohl loves to pair wines with cheese and today finds that a creamy Australian Cheddar brings out the best qualities of the ruggedly fruity Australian Shiraz grown in The Clare Valley with maritime proximity to the southern coastline. Many consumers may not realize that ‘Shiraz’ is actually the French grape Syrah brought to Australia in the 1800s by James Busby who is known as The Father of Australia’s Wine Industry. Shiraz is historically city in Iran but James Busby found that the exotic connection was a favored label for the transported grape varietal. #shiraz #australianwine #winepodcast #wineandcheese #jamesbusby #clarevalley

Today David Kohl highlights Bordeaux’s region of Listrac, nestled between Margaux & Haut Medoc. The Fourcas Plateau is a valuable feature of Listrac, and Chateau Fourcas Dupre is a top quality Cru Bourgeois Superieur vineyard, under the radar of most consumers but producing elegantly structured wines that retail in the $20 range. #winepodcast #listracwine #bordeauxwine #crubourgeoissuperieur #bordeauxvalues

On a recent road trip stopping at New Haven Style “Sally's Apizza” , the wine list highlighted a selection from Allegrini in Verona known for their Amarone production. Pallazzo Della Torre is Allegini’s so named “Baby Amarone” a more budget friendly offering created under the same technique utilizing dried grapes. Three italian grapes are featured as Corvina Veronese, Rondinella, Corvinone. #winepodcast #amarone #babyamarone #veroneseigt #italianwines #italianwine

David Kohl highlights Frank Pepe New Haven Style Pizza, now celebrating their 100 Year Anniversary. The old school experience is enhanced by the charming wine service of Sicilian Nero d’Avola served in a rustic pitcher with Nona glasses. #newhavenstylepizza #pizzawine #sicilianwine #pizzaroadtrip #newhavenpizza #frankpepepizza #pizzalover

David Kohl is on a road trip and makes a stop at iconic Frank Pepe New Haven style pizza, where the old school experience is enhanced by the charming wine service of Sicilian Nero d’Avola via rustic pitcher. #winepodcast #pizzalover#frankpepepizza #oldschool

France’s IGP wine growing regions are not bound by the same regulations as their counterpart Appellation territories such as Burgundy or Bordeaux. Today we taste a unique white wine from Domaine Tariquet in IGP Cotes de Gascogne, featuring a blend of 6 different grape varietals and a smoky spice tone with notes of lemon curd. #winepodcast #igpwine #cotesdegascogne #winegrapes #domainetariquet

The IGP winegrowing regions of France are not bound by the same regulations found within the appellation territories such as Bordeaux or Burgundy. Today we taste a unique white wine from Domaine Tariquet in IGP Cotes de Gascogne featuring a blend of 6 different grapes and a smoky spice tone with notes of lemon curd. #winepodcast #igpwine #cotesdegascogne #winegrapes #domainetariquet

Today David Kohl presents a crisp white wine produced by Chateau Bel Air, owned by the descendants of famed engineer Gustave Eiffel, who created Paris landmark The Eiffel Tower. Located in Bordeaux’s region of Graves de Vayres , Chateau Bel Air’s white wine offering reflects honeycomb notes and is a blend of grapes Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc & Muscadelle. The white wines of Bordeaux are often overlooked but provide tremendous consumer value. #winepodcast #bordeauxwine #bordeauxvineyard #whitebordeaux #gustaveeiffel #eiffelwine

At Chateau Leoville Las Cases in Bordeaux, David Kohl tastes the 2025 vintage and reports that a white wine selection has now been unveiled. #winepodcast #chateauleovillelascases #lascases #bordeauxwine #2025bordeaux

The historic Rothschild wine estate held an unveiling of their 2025 Vintage in Bordeaux : David Kohl shares tasting notes for Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Chateau Clerc Milon, and many more selections from their portfolio. #winepodcast #chateaumoutonrothschild #moutonrothschild #2025bordeaux #bordeauxwine

David Kohl shares his tasting notes from the 2025 Vintage Tasting event help in Bordeaux: Chateau Pontet Canet is highlighted as well as Chateau Pichon Lalande. #winepodcast #2025bordeaux #bordeauxwine #pontetcanet #chateaupontetcanet #pichonlalande #rnprimeur2025

Chateau Brane Cantenac in Bordeaux’s Margaux region unveiled their 2025 Vintage at the recent “en primeur “ trade tasting event. #winepodcast #chateaubranecantenac #branecantenac #margauxwineregion #2025bordeaux