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

Spotlight on Spain’s Navarra region for its value based wine production : nestled adjacent to Rioja nearby to The Pyrenees, Navarra is known for its spice toned Garnacha varietals Iike this offering from Vina Zorzal in the $15 range. France’s Pyrenees region grows this red wine grape as Grenache, and its ability to be served chilled is an added plus for savvy consumers on a budget. #garnacha #spanishwine #pyreneeswine

Iberia produces excellent white wines. Not to be confused with Spanish Albarino, wine lovers should learn that Portugal’s Vino Verde region is home to the native Alvarinho grape. Today we present a selection from Quinta de Pedra, cuvée Milagres rich in exotic jasmine notes. This 2019 varietal harvested from old vines is still drinking freshly and can be aged for at least another few years. #whitewine #alvarinho #winefromportugal

We recognize Greece’s ancient wine growing history but now highlight new developments in the Peloponnese region. Crisp white wine grape Moschofilero is emerging as a marketing favorite, rich in exotic fruit notes with strong mineral tone. Akin to a dry Viognier, Moschofilero may even become a popular choice yo plant within California vineyards. #wine #whitewine #greekwine #moschofilero #winegrapes

Consumer feedback on German wine indicates a few myths, such that these wines are “too sweet “ and limited to only Riesling grape selections. But today David Kohl highlights a dry + flavorful varietal from Germany’s Rheinhessen region : white wine grape Weisburgunder, akin to Pinot Blanc, producing offerings rich in orchard fruits with notes of almond + honey. #wine #winepodcast #germanwine #weisburgunder #rheinhessen

Consumers are already tuned in to Argentina’s rich red wine offerings but may not yet be familiar with its excellent white wines. The Torrontes white wine grape grows throughout Argentina and today we highlight a varietal from Cafayate region, where vineyard elevations can reach over 10,000 feet. Jesuit Missionaries originally introduced the Torrontes grape to Cafayate. #torrontes #argentinawine #whitewine #winehistoy

Adventurous wine lovers know that an abundance of white wine grapes are harvested in Italy, but they may not yet be familiar with Turbiana. Indigenous to the Lugano DOC region within close proximity to Lake Garda, Turbiana has an impressive mineral depth and crisp citrus tones. While not readily marketed in retail stores, Turbiana offerings are worth searching for. #turbiana #italianwine #whitewine #winetasting

It is important for wine lovers to travel in Sonoma County, so they can taste local wines that are poured at top restaurants such as Songbird Parlour —these wines are not available via traditional distribution networks. MacLaren Winery specializes in Syrah, a red wine grape most closely associated with France’s Northern Rhone Valley. #winetasting #sonomacounty #syrah

It’s not just about Chardonnay here in Sonoma County. David Kohl dines at Songbird Parlour on Halibut Crudo with a glass of “Homage Blanc” which is a 250 case small-batch production from local winery Sixteen-600 as a tribute to Rhone style blends of Grenache Blanc + Roussanne. #sonomacountycalifornia #whitewine #winepodcast

When visiting Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco, stop by Fog Harbor Cafe for top rated Chowder + an amazing view of “Chateau Alcatraz”. Remember to pair it with crisp Sauvignon Blanc from Napa Valley’s Honig Vineyard for a grand lunchtime experience. #fishermanswharf #californiafoodie #winelunch #fogharborfishhouse

David Kohl is impressed with the quality of limited release Pinot Noir offerings from Marine Layer Winery : so named for the foggy Pacific Mist that rolls in to create the perfect micro-climate for Pinot Noir grapes. Manager Tyler Hayes explains the story behind the winery’s latest highlighted selection : Gravenstein Hills #sonomacoast #pinotnoir #marinelayerwines

David Kohl visits The Saint, an elegant wine bar in Napa Valley’s St. Helena region where private label wine brand “NIGHT” is featured. Today we taste the Spring Mountain varietal. A deep and rich selection of that reveals why Spring Mountain wines have achieved a cult following. #springmountainwine #winepodcast #napavalley #winetasting

The acclaimed Cathiard Family behind Bordeaux Grand Cru Classe estate Smith Haut Lafitte have launched their presence in Napa Valley, and today we visit the elegant property to taste their signature Cabernet Sauvignon offering with Candace Bernard-Cathiard, a proud family member who shares some historic insights. #napavalley #cabernetsauvignon #cathiardvineyard

It was indeed an honor for David Kohl to spend an afternoon visiting the majestic Opus One vineyard to taste a range of selections dating back to 2012 and meet with estate winemaker Michael Silacci who graciously presented a preview of the soon to be released 2023 vintage. #opusone #napavalley #winepassion

It is rare to find Albariño wine grapes grown in California, but Marimar Torres is the perfect vintner to do so, considering her acclaimed family heritage in Spain dating back more than 300 years. David Kohl tastes the unique offering at Willi’s Wine Bar in Santa Rosa, a tribute to the renowned namesake wine bar in Paris. #albarino #winebar #winetasting

Savvy wine collectors are tuned in to the exclusive offerings of Pinot Noir by Williams Selyem, including their Drake Estate selection highlighted today during David Kohl’s visit to the vineyard. #williamsselyem #pinotnoir #williamsselyempinotnoir #sonomavineyard

When visiting California Wine Country, the history is rich with estates that harvest the region’s signature Zinfandel grape. Tonight with our baked lamb flatbread, we taste two classic Zins : Turley Old Vines vs Ridge Vineyards, with Ridge emerging as the bolder selection and Turley providing an elegant experience. #winetasting #zinfandel #californiazin

While traveling in Sonoma County's artisan food + wine "Barlow District" , David Kohl stops in to highlight a true gem : Pax Mahle’s PAX Winery & Tasting Room where the Gamay Noir is a star performer. Also known for his eclectic Syrah production, Pax Mahle is absolutely a winemaker to watch, with organic + sustainable selections as signature offerings. #sonomacounty #gamaynoir #sebastopolca #barlowdistrict

While Russian River Valley is acclaimed for its Pinot Noir offerings, the Chardonnay selections are also quite special. Gary Farrell Winery produces a sumptuous single vineyard Chardonnay from Rochioli -Allen that is a highlight to cherish during a visit to the panoramic tasting room. #garyfarrellvineyards #russianriverchardonnay

You may recall scenic Bodega Bay California as the setting for Alfred Hitchcock’s thriller “The Birds”. The town is also home to a charming wine bar Gourmet Au Bay that is pouring eclectic local selections by the glass such as this Trousseau Gris offering “Rumplestiltskin” from Langhart Hill Vineyards in Russian River Valley. #bodegabay #winebar #winepodcast

Talk about a blast from the past : Gundlach Bundschu is a historic Sonoma County winery originally founded in 1858. Today the estate is still making top flight Gewurztraminer white wines with undertones of ginger that provide a perfect pairing with our spicy roasted corn dish at Jacksons in Santa Rosa. #winetasting #gundlachbundschu #winehistory

One California classic certainly deserves another : David Kohl is thrilled to finally taste the infamous In-N-Out Burger, and what is a better pairing than Dumol Pinot Noir, one of the rock stars of Russian River Valley. Talk about an iconic combo. #innoutburger #winelover #californiafoodie

Arneis white wine grape is closely associated with Piedmont, Italy where its near-extinction was salvaged by some talented modern day winemakers such as Bruno Giacosa. Today the grape is harvested in California’s Mendocino County at Birdhorse Vineyards, and featured on wine lists at gastronomic wine bars such as The Redwood in the artisan enclave of Sebastopol. #arneis #mendocinowine #winebar

David Kohl’s summertime garden is bountiful this year, with tomatoes, sweet peppers and basil plants at peak harvest. The pesto yield is underway, which will pair perfectly with Provence Rose from Chateau Pas du Cerf. #provencerose #winelovers #summergardening #basilpesto #basilplant

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