Stop Wasting Your Wine (Stop Wasting Your Wine)
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| 09 Jul 2023 | Introducing Stop Wasting Your Wine: A Wine Review Podcast | 00:02:04 | |
Welcome to the Stop Wasting Your Wine podcast, where we're absolutely pumped to kick off our journey into the fascinating world of wine. In this inaugural episode, join us as we introduce our hosts Colin, Joel, and Aaron, who are here to share their passion for all things vino. Get ready for a sneak peek at the delightful content we have in store for future episodes, where we'll uncork some wine knowledge, bring you honest reviews, and empower you to make the most of every sip. We invite you to join us in our mission to help people drink better wine and embark on a flavorful adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and expand your wine knowledge.
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| 26 Dec 2023 | Wine Review: Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, Champagne, France, "The Pantheon of Sparkling Wine." | 00:33:28 | |
Join us this week as we review the Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Champagne from France. Joel drops some awesome knowledge on us as we dive into the history of the Veuve Clicquot Champagne house in a fun game of "Fact or Fiction" and there is some significant disagreement as to where the guys end up putting this bottle of bubbly. Will this popular Champagne live up to the Yellow Label hype? Get the lowdown on this week's episode. Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/
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| 14 Jan 2025 | Wine Review: Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler Dry Riesling, 2023, "Dry" January! | 00:39:08 | |
Ready to uncork some fun? This week, we dive into the crisp and vibrant 2023 Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler Dry Riesling. The boys "celebrate" Dry January, scratch the surface of the rich world of Argentinian wine, and bring the laughs with the show-favorite game PiNope or ChardonYAY! Don’t miss out—grab your glass and hit play! Chapters 00:00-Intro 03:54-Todays Wine: Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler Dry Riesling 06:47-Wine Discussion 12:29-Learning Segment 19:30-Game: "PiNope or ChardonnYay! 28:52-Second Wine Discussion 30:43-Wine Review 38:47-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube | |||
| 09 Apr 2024 | Wine Interview: Sherrill Flaum, Founder of the Sauvy B Clothing Brand! | 00:40:53 | |
Join us this week as we have a blast interviewing Sherrill Flaum to discuss her fun, boozy-inspired clothing line. We will delve into how the Sauvy B brand got started, why Sauvignon Blanc is such an amazing grape, and sip on one of Sherrill's favorite Sauvy Bs, Matua. Show Notes: Be sure to check out the Sauvy B shop and follow Sauvy B on Instagram! Check out the awesome merch: Sauvy B Shop Follow Sauvy B on Instagram: @_sauvyb_ Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com | |||
| 02 Jan 2025 | But Did They Like It? | Marie De Moy Grand Cru Champagne | 00:13:06 | |
Welcome to But Did They Like It?, the no-nonsense wine bonus pod from the guys at Stop Wasting Your Wine. Here, we get straight to the wine talk and review. Each week, we dive right into the bottle, sharing honest thoughts and insights without any extra frills. If you’re here for the wine, you’re in the right place! This week's wine: Marie De Moy Grand Cru Champagne Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube
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| 14 Nov 2024 | But Did They Like It? | 2022 Turley Juvenile Zinfandel | 00:17:35 | |
This week, we're excited to introduce a new supplementary show to our main podcast: 'But Did They Like It?' This streamlined version is for listeners who want the essentials—straightforward wine discussions and honest reviews. No fluff, just pure wine talk and insights. Join us as we get right to the heart of what matters: the wine We kick this series with last week's episode where we reviewed the 2022 Turley Juvenile Zinfandel. Let us know what you think about the new format. Thanks for listening and happy sipping! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube | |||
| 15 Aug 2023 | Wine Review: Framingham Sauvignon Blanc, 2021, Colin Does Acid! | 00:22:40 | |
Join us this week as we review the 2021 Framingham Sauvignon Blanc, which hails from Marlborough, New Zealand! We will also learn a bit about the structural component acid. | |||
| 26 Mar 2024 | Wine Interview: Anthony Dale of Fatherhood Wines & Père Wine Bar | 01:00:17 | |
Join us this week, as we are thrilled to present an interview with Anthony Dale! Anthony wears many hats: he's a dedicated father to three incredible boys, the owner and winemaker behind Fatherhood Wines, and the proprietor of a custom crush winemaking facility. To top it all off, he's about to open a wine bar in Washington D.C. Anthony generously carved out time from his hectic schedule to literally hand deliver his fantastic wines (to Aaron, at least!) and guide us through a tasting of each. So, grab a glass of your favorite wine, relax, and enjoy our interview with Anthony Dale of Fatherhood Wines! Show Notes: Q: Where can I buy a bottle of wine from Fatherhood Wines? A: Fatherhood Wines Website: https://fatherhoodwines.com/ Wines in the order we tried them: 1) Noah - Merlot/Chardonnay Blend Fatherhood Wines on Instagram! Other wine makers Anthony mentioned to check out on Instagram! Herbal Vines Wines The artist who created the amazing labels for Fatherhood Wines! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Stop Wasting Your Wine Instagram Stop Wasting Your Wine YouTube | |||
| 02 Apr 2024 | Wine Review: Le Pré Vaujour, Chinon, Cabernet Franc, 2022, "Things We Don't Taste." | 00:32:38 | |
Join us as we review the 2022, Le Pré Vaujour Cabernet Franc from Chinon in France. This week the guys talk about the importance of flexing your creative muscles, we learn about Cabernet Franc and what you can expect from the region of Chinon, and Aaron gets weird with his non-tasting notes. Thanks for listening and happy sipping! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com
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| 10 Oct 2023 | Wine Review: E. Guigal, Côtes du Rhône, France, 2019, "Can I say Chocolate?" | 00:31:23 | |
Join us this week as we review the 2019 E. Guigal, Côtes du Rhône. In this episode, Aaron provides us with some, let's say, well-researched tasting notes, and we continue our discussion on wine labels, delving into what the region on the front of the bottle signifies. | |||
| 25 Jun 2024 | Wine Review: Marani, Kindzmarauli, 100% Saperavi, "The Reverse Mullet of Wines" | 00:40:19 | |
Join us as we review the Marani Kindzmarauli from the Republic of Georgia. This week, Aaron stumbles upon a new aeration technique, we explore the history of the Republic of Georgia and its wines, and the team experiences the Saperavi grape for the first time! Thanks for listening and Happy Sipping! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram
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| 28 Nov 2024 | But Did They Like It? | La Vostra Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut | 00:13:11 | |
Welcome to But Did They Like It?, the no-nonsense wine bonus pod from the guys at Stop Wasting Your Wine. Here, we get straight to the wine talk and review. Each week, we dive right into the bottle, sharing honest thoughts and insights without any extra frills. If you’re here for the wine, you’re in the right place! This week's wine: La Vostra Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube
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| 30 Apr 2024 | Wine Review: Donnachiara, Empatia, Fiano Di Avellino D.O.C.G, Fiano, 2022, Now with Video!! | 00:39:48 | |
Join us this week as we review Epmatia by Donnachiara, a Fiano from the Fiano Di Avellino D.O.C.G in Italy. This week, Colin gives some bad advice about collecting alligator teeth, Aaron mentions, once or twice, that we are now a video podcast, and we learn a bit about the Fiano grape!
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| 31 Oct 2023 | Wine Review: Beronia, Rioja, Reserva, Spain, 2018, "Flute Fruit?!" | 00:28:23 | |
Join us as we review the 2018 Beronia, Rioja Reserva! This is our first time reviewing a wine made from the tempranillo grape, and we're excited to share our thoughts. We also dive into the Rioja classification system and learn Aaron is great at picking up context clues. Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/
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| 19 Nov 2024 | Wine Review: Domaine Des Versauds, Morgon, Beaujolais, 2020, "Beaujolais Season!" | 00:39:40 | |
Uncork the fun with us this week as we dive into a glass of the 2020 Domaine Des Versauds from Morgon, Beaujolais—just in time for Thanksgiving! 🍷 In this episode, we reminisce about our childhood fundraiser adventures (who else had to sell candy bars or wrapping paper?) and bring the laughs with a round of "Wine with That." Plus, we explore why Beaujolais is the ultimate Thanksgiving wine. Tune in for a sip of wine knowledge, a dash of nostalgia, and plenty of laughs. Don’t miss it—your perfect holiday pairing starts here! And for those who prefer a more direct sip of wine reviews, check out our brand-new companion podcast, But Did They Like It? It’s all wine talk and review, without the fluff and drops every Thursday! And as always, thanks for listening and happy sipping! Chapters 00:00-Pre-Show Banter 03:09-Intro 12:22-Wine Discussion 17:23-Learning Segment 24:30-Game: 'Wine With That' 32:20-Wine Review 38:28-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube | |||
| 05 Dec 2023 | Wine Review: Château Rauzan Despagne, Bordeaux Blanc, 2022, "Not" Paying Attention | 00:31:35 | |
Join us this week as we review our first Bordeaux Blanc from Château Rauzan Despagne from the Bordeaux region of France! Aaron smells tennis balls for the first time, we wrap up our trivia game and Aaron throws down the boxed wine gauntlet. This one is a fun one! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/
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| 20 Feb 2024 | Wine Review: Davey Family, Shiraz, McLaren Vale, Australia, 2022, The Loire Valley of Australia? | 00:33:16 | |
Join us as we review the 2020 Davey Family Shiraz from McLaren Vale, Australia! This week, the boys learn the difference between Shiraz and Syrah, Aaron retroactively gets a wine fridge wine, and Colin meets a flavor note that still puzzles him to this very day! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com
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| 07 Jan 2025 | Wine Review: Mascota Vineyards Unánime Gran Vino Tinto, 2019 | New Game: 'Rate My Pair!' | 00:39:22 | |
Kick off the new year with us as we dive into the 2019 Mascota Vineyards Unánime Gran Vino Tinto! This week, we’re recapping our New Year’s Eve celebrations, taking a quick tour of Argentina’s vibrant wine scene, and debuting a hilarious new game: Rate My Pair—where absurd wine pairings meet our questionable judgment. Start 2025 right with laughs, learning, and a glass (or two) of a hopefully great wine. Cheers! Thanks for listening and as always, happy sipping! Chapters 00:00-Intro 06:22-Todays Wine: Mascota Vineyards Unánime Gran Vino Tinto, 2019 10:03-Wine Discussion 18:12-Learning Segmnet 21:28-New Game: Rate My Pair 31:05-Second Wine Discussion 32:26-Wine Review 39:01-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram | |||
| 07 Nov 2023 | Wine Review: Neethlingshof, Pinotage, Stellenbosch, South Africa, 2022, "It's Pronunciated..." | 00:32:49 | |
Join us as we review the 2022 Neethlingshof Pinotage from Stellenbosch, South Africa. We'll explore the polarizing nature of the Pinotage grape and share our own polarized opinions. Find out who loved it, who hated it, and why in this week's episode! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/
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| 11 Jun 2024 | Wine Review: Stags' Leap, Chardonnay, Napa Valley, 2022, Broadway Joel?! | 00:46:46 | |
Join us as we review the 2022 Stags' Leap Napa Valley Chardonnay! In this week's wine tasting, Joel captivates us with his incredible voice, Aaron delves into the historic 1976 Judgment of Paris, and the guys play a new game. Don't miss this engaging and informative wine review! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com | |||
| 27 Feb 2024 | Wine Review: Casal Garcia, Vinho Verde, Portugal, An Absolute Astounder? Another Certified Porch Pounder? | 00:30:35 | |
Join us as we review the Casal Garcia, Vinho Verde from Portugal. This week, we learn a bit about the Vinho Verde region, Colin loses at his own game, and the boys may have found another Certified Porch Pounder (CPP)! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com | |||
| 01 Oct 2024 | Wine Review: Knappstein, Shiraz, Clare Valley, 2021, "I'm Wine with That?" | 00:38:28 | |
Join us this week as we dive into the bold and flavorful 2021 Knappstein Clare Valley Shiraz! The boys find themselves with some unusual people but with great wine, all thanks to our brand-new game, 'I’m Wine with That?' Plus, get familiar with Australia’s stunning Clare Valley wine region, where we just might finally agree with the one and only James Suckling. Don't miss this episode packed with wine, laughs, and a few surprises! Don’t miss out on this exciting episode! Thanks for listening, and as always—Happy Sipping! Chapters 00:00-Pre-Show Banter 2:55-Intro 10:56-Game: "I'm Wine with That!" 16:44-Learning Segment: Clare Valley 23:45-Wine Discussion 32:15-Wine Review 37:28-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram
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| 21 Jan 2025 | Wine Interview: James Smith of Château Wright | 00:53:22 | |
This week, we’re bringing you a Texas-sized interview with James Smith from Château Wright in Fort Davis, Texas! Along the way, we take an unexpected detour to Mexico before diving into James’ fascinating wine adventures and the exciting buzz around the Texas wine scene. As first-timers to Texas wine, we were caught off guard—in the best way—by the magic coming out of these bottles. And, of course, we’re keeping things fun with another round of PiNope or ChardonnYay. Tune in for plenty of laughs, some surprising discoveries, and a deep pour of Texas wine goodness. Show Notes: Visit the Château Wright website: https://chateauwright.com/ Follow Château Wright on Instagram: Follow James on Instagram Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube
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| 05 Dec 2024 | But Did They Like It? | Hope Family Wines Harvester Cabernet Sauvignon | 00:16:43 | |
Welcome to But Did They Like It?, the no-nonsense wine bonus pod from the guys at Stop Wasting Your Wine. Here, we get straight to the wine talk and review. Each week, we dive right into the bottle, sharing honest thoughts and insights without any extra frills. If you’re here for the wine, you’re in the right place! This week's wine: Hope Family Wines, Harvester Cabernet Sauvignon Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube
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| 14 May 2024 | Wine Review: As Laxas, Val Do Sosego, Albariño, Rias Baixas, 2023, Super Sneaky Aaron! | 00:36:51 | |
Join us this week as we review the As Laxas Val Do Ssego Albariño from Rías Baixas, Spain! This week, the boys switch their outro with their intro (what?), delve into some insights about Albariño, and discover just how sneaky Aaron can be!" Thanks for listening and happy sipping! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com
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| 26 Sep 2023 | It's the Grocery Store Wine Showdown! | 00:40:22 | |
Join us for our first ever Grocery Store Wine Showdown! The boys do their best to try to find an enjoyable wine from minefield that is the mass-produced selection at your local grocery store or bottle shop. It wouldn't be a showdown if there was only one wine being reviewed, so this week Aaron, Colin, and Joel each picked a wine in hopes of being crowned the inaugural Grocery Store Wine Showdown Champion! Aaron's Pick: 2022 La Vieille Ferme Rose Colin's Pick: 2022 Ruffino Pinot Grigio Joel's Pick: 2021 Bogle Family Vinyards Old Vine Zinfandel Who will win the first Grocery Store Wine Showdown? Tune in to find out! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/ Happy Sipping! | |||
| 15 Oct 2024 | Wine Review: San Gregorio, El Vergal, Tempranillo, Calatayud, 2021, "Differing Opinions!" | 00:43:50 | |
Join us as we uncork the 2021 San Gregorio El Vergal Tempranillo from Spain's Calatayud region! In this episode, the boys brace for the incoming Hurricane Milton, take on another thrilling round of 'Spellmolier,' and dive headfirst into what turned out to be a rather controversial wine. Don’t miss out on this exciting episode! Thanks for listening, and as always—Happy Sipping! Chapters 00:00-Pre-Show Banter 02:26-Intro 10:43-Game: "Spellmolier" 22:08-Wine Discussion 31:43-Wine Review 43:18-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram
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| 26 Dec 2024 | But Did They Like It? | E.Guigal Côtes du Rhône Blanc, 2022 | 00:14:19 | |
Welcome to But Did They Like It?, the no-nonsense wine bonus pod from the guys at Stop Wasting Your Wine. Here, we get straight to the wine talk and review. Each week, we dive right into the bottle, sharing honest thoughts and insights without any extra frills. If you’re here for the wine, you’re in the right place! This week's wine: E.Guigal Côtes du Rhône Blanc, 2022 Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram | |||
| 28 May 2024 | Wine Interview: Jim Duane of Seavey Vineyard, Terratorium Wines, and the Inside Winemaking Podcast! | 01:25:46 | |
Join us for an amazing conversation with Jim Duane, winemaker at Seavey Vineyard and Terratorium Wines, and host of the Inside Winemaking Podcast. This week, Jim joins us to play PiNope or CharonYay, we learn about Jim and his awesome projects, and we try some stunning wines from Terratorium!"
Show Notes:
Jim is a remarkably busy guy. Check out all his projects at the links below.
Seavey Vinyard -- https://www.seaveyvineyard.com/
Inside Winemaking -- https://www.insidewinemaking.com/
Terratorium Wines -- https://www.terratoriumwines.com/
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| 18 Jun 2024 | Wine Review: Radius, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2021, American Viticulture Area? | 00:42:28 | |
Join us as we review the 2021 Radius Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon from Columbia Valley, Washington. In this week's wine adventure, the guys play an impromptu game of PiNope or ChardonYay, Colin shares some information about Washington's Columbia Valley wine region, and we explore Aaron's potential reactions to the NBA Finals. Thanks for listening and Happy Sipping! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com
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| 03 Oct 2023 | Wine Review: Michael David Winery, Freakshow Red Blend, Lodi, California, 2020, We Welcome Our First Guest, Aaron's Buddy Mike! | 00:31:21 | |
Join us this week as we review the 2020 Freakshow Red Blend from the Michael David Winery in Lodi California. We're excited to launch our guest series, where we will showcase wines picked by fellow wine enthusiasts and learn from true experts from time to time. This week we are delighted to be joined by our very first guest, Aaron's good friend Mike. Because Mike was so generous with his time, we'd love to give back by featuring something important to him. Mike is running the Chicago Marathon this year and raising money for After School Matters, a fantastic after school program in Chicago. We would love to help Mike reach his fundraising goal so if you are able to help, you can find his fundraising page at https://fundraisers.hakuapp.com/michael-o-keefe Connect with the show! We would love to hear from you. Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/ Happy Sipping! | |||
| 02 Jan 2024 | Wine Review: Carmen, Merlot, Gran Reserva, 2021, Maipo, Chile, "What's that smell!?!" | 00:33:01 | |
Join us as we review the 2021 Carmen Gran Reserva Merlot from Maipo in Chile. This week, the guys discuss the issue of having old crackly bones and small sleeping children, they peel back the layers on the criteria each of them uses to assess and rate a wine, and the research department uncovers the truth about a potentially misleading sticker placed on the bottle. Show Notes: Below is the episode Colin referenced when talking about the WSET rubric. Listen to only the first part of the show as we are fairly sure you know how we feel about Layer Cake. Wine Review: Layer Cake Malbec Mendoza, Argentina, 2022, "Swirl, Sniff, Taste" Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StopWastingYourWine FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095367376328 | |||
| 24 Sep 2024 | Wine Review: Blue Canyon, Pinot Noir, Monterey California, 2021, New Game: 'Gut Check' | 00:43:47 | |
Join us as we review the 2021 Blue Canyon Pinot Noir from Monterey, California. This week, the guys take a look back at some of their favorite wines from the wine fridge in a new game called 'Gut Check.' We also learn about wine faults and what a faulty wine might taste like, and see if Joel can continue his hot streak of bringing excellent wine to the show Don’t miss out on this exciting episode! Thanks for listening, and as always—Happy Sipping! Chapters 00:00-Intro 9:14-Game:'Gut Check' 15:45-Learn About Wine Faults 27:52-Wine Discussion 35:15-Wine Review 41:24-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram | |||
| 16 Jan 2024 | Wine Review: Giesen, Riesling, Non-Alcoholic, Marlborough, New Zealand, "Flintstone Vitamin?!" | 00:32:26 | |
Join us as we review a non-alcoholic Riesling from the producer Giesen that comes to us from Marlborough, New Zealand. Being that we are in the midst of dry January, we thought it would be appropriate to jump into the world of non-alcoholic wine. This week we learned a bit about how non-alcoholic wine is made and we found out nobody is into the StopWastingYourWineOs moniker.
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| 12 Nov 2024 | Wine Review: Blaauwklippen, Chenin Blanc, Stellenbosch South Africa, 2023, Colin's New Hairdo | 00:44:17 | |
Get ready for an exciting dive into the lively world of Chenin Blanc! This episode, we’re reviewing the 2023 Blaauwklippen Chenin Blanc from Stellenbosch, South Africa. But that’s not all; Colin is bringing some fresh style to the table with a review of his new haircut, and we’ll fire up a round of our favorite game, Pick Your Poison. Plus, we’re exploring the fascinating world of Chenin Blanc—what makes it unique and why it’s a grape worth knowing! And for those who prefer a more direct sip of wine reviews, check out our brand-new companion podcast, But Did They Like It? It’s all wine talk and review, without the fluff. Don’t miss out on this exciting episode! Thanks for listening, and as always—Happy Sipping! Chapters 00:00-Pre-Show Banter 02:09-Intro To "But Did They Like It?" 03:57-Intro 11:46-Wine Discussion 18:00-Learning Segment 23:28-Game: Pick Your Poison! 35:01-Wine Review 43:41-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube | |||
| 13 Aug 2024 | Wine Review: Jean-Claude Debeaune, Beaujolais-Villages, Gamay, 2021, "Chilled Red Wine?!" | 00:38:55 | |
Join us as we review the 2021 Jean-Claude Debeaune Beaujolais-Village Gamay from France. This week, the boys explore some unusual pairings, play a lively round of 'PiNope or ChardonYay,' and uncover the top 5 things you must know about the Beaujolais region. Thanks for listening and Happy Sipping! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube | |||
| 28 Jan 2025 | Wine Review: Rectoral De Amandi Mencía, Heroic Edition,2020, Last Minute Winner! | 00:40:29 | |
This week on the podcast, we're diving into the often overlooked world of the Mencía grape with a review of the 2020 Rectoral De Amandi, Heroic Edition. Discover the story behind Mencía and its breathtaking home in Spain’s Ribeira Sacra region—where steep, terraced vineyards make winemaking nothing short of heroic. But it’s not all serious wine talk. Brace yourself for a chaotic round of "Spellmolier," Colin’s least favorite (and most hilarious) game, and marvel at Joel’s uncanny ability to pull off the impossible at the last minute. Tune in for laughs, learning, and a wine you might just want to add to your collection. Don't miss out on the fun! Chapters 00:00-Intro 03:44-Todays Wine: Rectoral De Amandi Mencía, Heroic Edition,2020 06:47-Wine Discussion 11:13-Learning Segment 17:31-Game: 'Spellmolier' 30:29-Second Wine Discussion 40:29-Wine Review 40:07-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube
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| 03 Dec 2024 | Wine Review: Harvester Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles, Hope Family Wines | Total Wines # 1 Wine of 2024?! | 00:42:39 | |
Join us this week as we take on Total Wine’s #1 pick for 2024, the Hope Family Wines Harvester Cabernet Sauvignon from Paso Robles. Along the way, we’re mixing things up with two lively games: 'Spot the Lie' and the crowd favorite, 'PiNope or ChardonnYay.' Is this wine really worth the hype? Tune in to find out! And for those who prefer a more direct sip of wine reviews, check out our brand-new companion podcast, But Did They Like It? It’s all wine talk and review, without the fluff. Thanks for listening, and as always—Happy Sipping! Chapters 00:00-Intro 04:35-Todays Wine 07:21-Wine Discussion 14:43-Learning Segment: 'Spot The Lie' 23:10-Game: 'PiNope or ChardonnYay!' 32:57-Second Wine Discussion 35:05-Wine Review 42:19-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com | |||
| 16 Apr 2024 | Wine Review: Grounded by Josh Phelps, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, 2021, "Terroir, I Thought There Were Dogs Here." | 00:39:46 | |
Join us this week as we review Grounded by Josh Phelps, a Cabernet Sauvignon from California. This week the boys get in touch with thir rebellious side, we explore the idea of terroir and we shout out our biggest fans, our moms! Show Notes: If you would like to listen to the interview with Josh Phelps of Grounded Wine Company, you can check out the Inside Wine Making podcast at the link below. Inside Winemaking: Interview with Josh Phelps Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com
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| 05 Mar 2024 | Wine Review: Ferrari-Carano, Fumé Blanc, North Coast, California, 2022, An Unexpected Review! | 00:34:25 | |
Join us as we review the 2022 Ferrari-Carano, Fumé Blanc from the North Coast of California. This week, Aaron rants about the origins of the term Fumé Blanc, Colin struggles with the intro, and Joel might finally get to use the car puns he's been waiting to use since the last "car wine" episode. Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com
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| 06 Aug 2024 | Wine Review: Robert Groffier, Bourgogne (Burgundy), 2018, "Together at Last!" | 00:43:12 | |
Join us for an exciting review of the 2018 Robert Groffier Bourgogne Pinot Noir from Burgundy, France! 🍷 For the first time ever, we're all in the same room! In this special face-to-face episode, we dive into the wonders of Burgundy, play a fun new game called 'Where's the Lie,' and enjoy the thrill of being together. Don't miss out on this unique experience!"
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| 02 Jul 2024 | Wine Interview: Amanda Bandini of Finca Bandini! | 00:53:50 | |
Get ready for an extraordinary conversation with Amanda Bandini from Finca Bandini! This week, we dive into another exciting round of PiNope or ChardonnYay, discover the incredible Bandini family vineyard and it's amazing wines, and enjoy the sensational 2022 Finca Bandini Rosé of Malbec. Thanks for listening and happy sipping. Show Notes: Finca Bandini on Instagram - @fincabandini Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com | |||
| 23 Jul 2024 | Wine Review: De Saint-Gall, Premier Cru Champagne, France - The One Year Anniversary Show!! | 00:49:28 | |
Join us as we review the De Saint-Gall, Premier Cru Champagne from France. This week, our amazing wives stop by to help us celebrate our 1-year anniversary. The boys reminisce about some of their favorite moments from the past year, and we indulge in some fantastic bubbly. Our 52nd episode marks a full year of great friends, great times, and great wines. So, pour your favorite glass of bubbles and join us as we toast to one incredible year! Thanks for listening and Happy Sipping! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube
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| 24 Dec 2024 | Wine Review: E.Guigal Côtes du Rhône Blanc, 2022 | "I do love a good peach!" | 00:44:47 | |
Join us as we explore the 2022 E. Guigal Côtes du Rhône Blanc! This week, we play a hilarious round of ‘Two A-Holes Guessing,’ review Aaron’s brilliantly crafted Advent Calander series, and discover Colin’s unexpected love of peaches—along with his battle against a stuffy nose. Don’t miss out on the laughs, the wine insights, and a touch of holiday spirit! Chapters 00:00-Pre-Show Banter 03:11-Intro 06:50-Todays Wine 11:02-Wine Discussion 16:15-Learning Segment: 'Two A-Holes Guessing' 20:50-Second Wine Discussion 35:10-Wine Review 44:25-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram | |||
| 17 Sep 2024 | Wine Review: Planeta, Red Blend, Cerasuolo Di Vittoria DOCG, 2021, Pumpkin Spice Colin | 00:45:51 | |
Join us as we dive into a unique Italian red blend—60% Nero d'Avola and 40% Frappato—crafted by Planeta in the heart of Sicily's renowned Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG. This week, we’re excited to have Aaron’s good friend, Janine, on the show! We’ll be playing some fun rounds of 'PiNope or ChardonnYay' and we explore some of the incredible wines and flavors Sicily has to offer. Don’t miss out on this exciting, laughter-filled episode! Chapters: 00:00-Introduction 09:52-Game: 'PiNope or ChardonnYay' 23:49-Learning Segment 27:35-Wine Discussion 37:35-Wine Review 45:03-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram | |||
| 30 Jul 2024 | The Grocery Store Wine Showdown - Pinot Grigio Edition | 00:41:33 | |
Join us as we taste not one, not two, but three Pinot Grigios you can easily find at your local grocery store. This week, we've combed through grocery store shelves to uncover the best—or at least the most palatable—Pinot Grigios available. Will we navigate the minefield of grocery store wines and discover a hidden gem? Tune in to find out!" Thanks for listening and Happy Sipping! Joel's Wine: Chole Pinot Grigio Aaron's Wine: Sea Glass Pinot Grigio Colin's Wine: Barone Fini Pinot Grigio Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube
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| 29 Aug 2023 | Wine Review: Chandon Brut California Sparkling Wine, Joel Drives a "Coupe!" | 00:29:21 | |
Join us this week as we review the Chandon Brut California sparkling wine and celebrate a new addition to the Stop Wasting Your Wine family! We discuss how bubbles get into a sparkling wine and the appropriate time for fancy glassware. Happy Sipping! | |||
| 21 Nov 2024 | But Did They Like It? | 2020 Domaine Des Versauds Morgon | 00:15:15 | |
Welcome to But Did They Like It?, the no-nonsense wine podcast where we get straight to the wine talk and review. Each week, we dive right into the bottle, sharing honest thoughts and insights without any extra frills. If you’re here for the wine, you’re in the right place! This week's wine: 2020 Domaine Des Versauds Morgon Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube
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| 22 Oct 2024 | Wine Review: Château de Chantegrive, Bordeaux, Graves, 2020, The Reverse Mullet! | 00:35:29 | |
Join us as we review the 2020 Château de Chantegrive, a blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Graves appellation in Bordeaux, France! In this episode, the boys take on a hilarious TikTok challenge, get a refresher on Bordeaux wine history, and debut an exciting new format for the show. Don’t miss out on this exciting episode! Thanks for listening, and as always—Happy Sipping! Chapters 00:00-Pre-Show Banter 01:34-Intro 05:59-Wine Discussion 10:31-Learning Segment 17:50-Game: Spot the Lie 27:57-Wine Review 34:21-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram
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| 19 Dec 2024 | But Did They Like It? | Cantina Zaccagnini, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, 2021 | 00:13:19 | |
Welcome to But Did They Like It?, the no-nonsense wine bonus pod from the guys at Stop Wasting Your Wine. Here, we get straight to the wine talk and review. Each week, we dive right into the bottle, sharing honest thoughts and insights without any extra frills. If you’re here for the wine, you’re in the right place! This week's wine: Cantina Zaccagnini, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, 2021 Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram | |||
| 29 Oct 2024 | Wine Review: Casillero Del Diablo and 19 Crimes Frankenstein, A Truly Terrifying Halloween Episode! | 00:49:54 | |
Get into the Halloween spirit with us as we review not one but two eerie red wines perfect for your spooky gathering! This week, we explore Casillero del Diablo and 19 Crimes' Frankenstein, uncovering their haunting backstories. Plus, we play a chilling round of 'Pick Your Poison' to keep the thrills going! Don’t miss out on this exciting episode! Thanks for listening, and as always—Happy Sipping! Chapters 00:00-Pre-Show Banter 01:34-Intro 08:19-Wine Discussion 19:33-Learning Segment 31:46-Game: Pick Your Poison 42:23-Wine Review 49:22-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube | |||
| 10 Dec 2024 | Wine Review: Ruffino Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico, 2020 | Chianti Classico Revisited | 00:36:43 | |
Join us as we dive into the 2020 Ruffino Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico in our first-ever international episode! This week, Joel calls in from Canada, adding a fun twist to the show. We bring you another exciting round of 'Pick Your Poison' and spotlight one of the few wines you can easily find in both the U.S. and Canada. Tune in for laughs, insights, and to see if this international Chianti is worth your attention And for those who prefer a more direct sip of wine reviews, check out our brand-new bonus podcast, But Did They Like It? It’s all wine talk and review, without the fluff. Dropping every Thursday. Thanks for listening, and as always—Happy Sipping! Chapters 00:00-Intro 04:21-Todays Wine 09:35-Wine Discussion 13:11-Learning Segment: Revisiting Chianti Classico 18:37-Game: 'Pick Your Poison' 27:12-Second Wine Discussion 29:17-Wine Review 34:39-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube | |||
| 08 Aug 2023 | Wine Review: Tensley Syrah Santa Barbara California...Aaron Finds a Flavor Note! | 00:24:32 | |
On this episode the guys review the Tensley Syrah from Santa Barbara California. Also, Colin continues along his bold yet foolhardy journey of attempting to educate Aaron and Joel by discussing wine structure. Will it work? I don't know...but hey we got to drink some wine! Enjoy. | |||
| 16 Jan 2025 | But Did They Like It? | Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler Dry Riesling, 2023 | 00:14:44 | |
Welcome to But Did They Like It?, the no-nonsense wine bonus pod from the guys at Stop Wasting Your Wine. Here, we get straight to the wine talk and review. Each week, we dive right into the bottle, sharing honest thoughts and insights without any extra frills. If you’re here for the wine, you’re in the right place! This week's wine: Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler Dry Riesling, 2023 Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram | |||
| 31 Dec 2024 | Wine Review: Marie De Moy Grand Cru Champagne | A SWYW Retrospective! | 00:47:22 | |
Ring in the new year with us as we pop open a bottle of the Marie De Moy Grand Cru Champagne! In this special episode, we reflect on an incredible year at Stop Wasting Your Wine, dive into a 'Gut Check' of our favorite white wines from 2024, and share a sneak peek of the thrilling wine adventures that lie ahead. Sip, savor, and celebrate with us as we toast to a year filled with great wine and even greater discoveries! Chapters 00:00-Intro 02:47-Todays Wine: Marie De Moy Grand Cru Champagne 08:19-Wine Discussion 16:41-2024 Retrospective 24:39-2025 New Years Resolutions 30:04-Game: 'Gut Check' 38:49-Wine Review 46:50-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube
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| 14 Nov 2023 | Wine Review: Gordon Estate, Syrah, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2018, Aaron's Redemption Episode | 00:29:57 | |
Join us this as we review the 2018 Gordon Estate Syrah from the Columbia Valley in Washington State! This week, we start learning about the wine making process and Joel and Aaron answer some trivia questions. Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/
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| 22 Aug 2023 | Wine Review: Château Mayne Mazerolles Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux, 2019, "Plum Fest!" | 00:28:01 | |
Join us this week as we review our first ever wine with a 95 point sticker on it. Does the 2019 Château Mayne Mazerolles Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux live up to the shiny stickers expectations? Join us as we find out! We will also learn a bit about the alcohol and body in wine! Happy Sipping! | |||
| 09 Jan 2024 | Wine Review: Louis Bouillot, Crémant De Bourgogne, Blanc De Blancs, Burgundy, France, #StopWastingYourWineOs | 00:30:09 | |
Join us as we review the Louis Bouillot Crémant De Bourgogne, Blanc De Blancs, from Burgundy France. This week, Aaron rants about Crémant and Colin tries to find a sparkling wine that out values the Veuve from a few episodes ago. Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StopWastingYourWine FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095367376328
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| 24 Oct 2023 | Wine Review: Marques De Monistrol, Brut, Cava, Spain, Another Baby, Another Sparkling Wine! | 00:29:14 | |
Join us this as we review the Marques De Monistrol, Brut, Cava, from Spain. This week we celebrate yet another new addition to the Stop Wasting Your Wine family and learn a little bit more about Cava! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/
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| 09 Jan 2025 | But Did They Like It? | Mascota Vineyards Unánime Gran Vino Tinto, 2019 | 00:13:14 | |
Welcome to But Did They Like It?, the no-nonsense wine bonus pod from the guys at Stop Wasting Your Wine. Here, we get straight to the wine talk and review. Each week, we dive right into the bottle, sharing honest thoughts and insights without any extra frills. If you’re here for the wine, you’re in the right place! This week's wine: Mascota Vineyards Unánime Gran Vino Tinto, 2019 Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram | |||
| 30 Jan 2024 | Wine Review: Lucien Albrecht, Pinot Gris, Tradition, Alsace, France, 2020, "Alsace, Not All Sauce!" | 00:34:17 | |
Join us as we review the 2020 Pinot Gris Tradition from the producer Lucien Albrecht in Alsace, France. This week, the boys learn a Hungarian curse word, explore the fascinating history of the Alsace region in France, where this week's wine originates, and discuss the differences between Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio Show Notes: If you would like to take a listen to the Grocery Store Wine Showdown check out the link below. The Grocery Store Wine Showdown Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube FaceBook | |||
| 17 Dec 2024 | Wine Review: Cantina Zaccagnini, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, 2021, "Calendar Size Elephant" | 00:34:56 | |
Join us this week as we uncork the 2021 Cantina Zaccagnini Montepulciano d'Abruzzo! In this episode, we dive into a fresh region and a new grape, uncover the story behind Montepulciano, and tackle the hilariously chaotic Spellmolier 2.0. Spoiler alert: Colin’s spelling game is still a disaster. Tune in for fascinating wine insights and plenty of laughs in this week’s episode! Chapters 00:00-Intro 04:21-Todays Wine 09:35-Wine Discussion 12:44-Learning Segment: Revisiting Chianti Classico 18:37-Game: 'Spellmolier 2.0' 25:17-Second Wine Discussion 27:16-Wine Review 34:33-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube
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| 13 Feb 2024 | Wine Review: Three Rosés for Valentines Day! | 00:38:59 | |
Join us as we review a trio of rosés with three incredibly special guests! This week, Aaron, Colin, and Joel are joined by their wonderful wives! These three lovely ladies have put together a blind tasting of rosé wines between $10 and $30, and it's up to the crew to rate and review each of them. Wines Reviewed in this Episode A) Avaline Rosé, France B) 2022 Famille Bougrier, Rosé D' Anjou, 50%Gamay/50% Grolleau C) 2022 Domaine Salmon, Sancerre, Pinot Noir Rosé Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com | |||
| 19 Dec 2023 | Wine Review: Catena, Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina, 2020, "Interesting Potential Facts" | 00:31:32 | |
Join us this week as we review the Catena 2020 Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina. This week Colin helps the guys search for a replacement for the much-maligned Layer Cake Malbec, Joel helps Colin with the learning segment, kind of, and Aaron finally gets to do the social media sign off at the end. We hope your holiday shopping is "wrapped" up and you enjoy the show! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/
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| 12 Dec 2024 | But Did They Like It? | Ruffino Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico, 2020 | 00:10:40 | |
Welcome to But Did They Like It?, the no-nonsense wine bonus pod from the guys at Stop Wasting Your Wine. Here, we get straight to the wine talk and review. Each week, we dive right into the bottle, sharing honest thoughts and insights without any extra frills. If you’re here for the wine, you’re in the right place! This week's wine: Ruffino Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico, 2020 Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube
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| 25 Jul 2023 | Wine Review: Muirwood Chardonnay Arroyo Seco 2021, Congrats...You're a Sommelier! | 00:28:00 | |
Join us in our very first episode as we explore how our podcast works, delve into the influence of climate on a wine's flavor profile, and review the 2021 Muirwood Chardonnay from the Arroyo Seco appellation in Monterey, California. | |||
| 09 Jul 2024 | Wine Review: Quinta Das Carvalhas, Touriga Nacional, Douro, Portugal, 2018, "Two A-Holes Guessing!" | 00:37:41 | |
Join us as we review the 2018 Touriga Nacional from Quinta das Carvalhas, located in the Douro region of Portugal. This week, we meet Aaron's pet dragon, learn about the Touriga Nacional grape, and finally come up with a name for our quiz game! Thanks for listening and Happy Sipping! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram
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| 23 Apr 2024 | Wine Review: Josh Cellars, Seasweapt, California, 2023, A New Game: Spellmelier! | 00:44:31 | |
Join us as we review the 2023, Josh Cellars Seaswept from California. This week the guys discovered a white wine blend they didn't know existed and tried to spell some wine related words. The key word there is tried. Join us for our first full-length video episode and as always, thanks for listening and happy sipping! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com
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| 14 Nov 2024 | But Did They Like It? | 2023 Blaauwklippen Chenin Blanc | 00:13:50 | |
Welcome to But Did They Like It?, the no-nonsense wine podcast where we get straight to the wine talk and review. Each week, we dive right into the bottle, sharing honest thoughts and insights without any extra frills. If you’re here for the wine, you’re in the right place! This week's wine: 2023 Blaauwklippen Chenin Blanc Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com | |||
| 06 Feb 2024 | Wine Review: Famiglia Castellani, St. Giorgio, Chianti Classico Riserva, Italy, 2017, "Finally Out of France" | 00:35:57 | |
Join us as we review the 2017 Chianti Classico Riserva from the producer Famiglia Castellani, in Tuscany, Italy. This week, we hit the wildly important 29th episode milestone and the boys learn about Chianti and its rock star grape Sangiovese. Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com | |||
| 01 Aug 2023 | Wine Review: Olema Rosé Côtes de Provence, 2021, "Certified Porch Pounder!" | 00:18:26 | |
Join us this week as we review the 2021 Olema Rosé, which hails from the Côtes de Provence appellation in France! We will also explore the idea of a wine's structure and learn about sugar and sweetness in wine!" | |||
| 04 Nov 2024 | Wine Review: Turley, Juvenile Zinfandel, California, 2022, "Thin Skinned B's" | 00:41:46 | |
Join us as we uncork the 2022 Turley Juvenile Zinfandel from California! In this election day episode, the boys get a bit political, play a show favorite "PiNope or ChardonnYay" and dive headfirst into what turned out to be a rather special wine! Don’t miss out on this exciting episode! Thanks for listening, and as always—Happy Sipping! Chapters 00:00-Pre-Show Banter 02:17-Intro 07:54-Wine Discussion 22:07-Game: PiNope or ChardonnYay! 33:48-Wine Review 41:00-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com | |||
| 03 Sep 2024 | Wine Review: URO, Finca La Rana, Tempranillo, Toro, 2020, Easter Egg Hunt! | 00:37:59 | |
Join us this week as we review the 2020 Finca La Rana Tempranillo from URO, a wine from the Toro region of Spain. This week, Colin reveals an editing Easter egg hidden somewhere in the show, we introduce a new game, 'High or Low,' and play one of our favorite learning games, 'Where's the Lie?' Don't miss this fun-filled episode! Thanks for listening and Happy Sipping! P.S. - Thank you for understanding the outfit change! Sometimes babies are going to baby. Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com | |||
| 23 Jan 2024 | Wine Review: Chateau De Thau, Cotes De Bourg, Bordeaux, France, 2022, What do I do with the sample? | 00:33:57 | |
Join us as we review a red Bordeaux from Chateau De Thau which is located on the right bank of Bordeaux. This week the guys discuss the difference between the left and right banks of Bordeaux, learn why you get a sample of wine at a restaurant, and introduce their new merch to the world! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StopWastingYourWine FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095367376328 | |||
| 10 Sep 2024 | Wine Review: Montresor, Capitel Della Crosara, Valpolicella Ripasso, 2020, Football and Wine? | 00:38:00 | |
Join us this week as we dive into the 2020 Montresor Capitela Della Crosara, a interesting Ripasso wine from the Valpolicella region of Italy. In this episode, we learn about Valpolicella wine and the Ripasso method, while also mixing in some fun with a lively game of 'Pick Your Poison' and a bit of football talk. Thanks for listening and Happy Sipping! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube | |||
| 05 Sep 2023 | Wine Review: Renieri Invetro Super Tuscan 2018, "It's a Pizza Wine!" | 00:23:11 | |
Join us this week as we review the 2018 Renieri Invetro Super Tuscan. We wrap our our conversation on the structure of a wine and learn that some wines are best paired with food. | |||
| 27 Aug 2024 | Wine Review: Famiglia Castellani, St. Giorgio, Vermentino, Toscana IGT, 2023, More Counter Space | 00:33:48 | |
Join us this week as we dive into the 2023 Famiglia Castellani, St. Giorgio Vermentino from Tuscany! The boys unveil a new tier in their ranking system, play a round of PiNope or ChardonnYay, and discover a bit about Vermentino. Thanks for listening and Happy Sipping! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram | |||
| 20 Aug 2024 | Wine Redemption: La Vieille Ferme, "Chicken Wine!" | 00:48:44 | |
Join us this week for our very first wine redemption! We’re bringing back the La Vieille Ferme, a wine that Colin and Joel had some not-so-nice things to say about during the original "Grocery Store Wine Showdown." But this time, we’ve got a twist! Our very first guest, Mike, is making a comeback as our first-ever return guest. He’ll be guiding us through an ultra-trendy jalapeño and Rosé mash-up that’s sure to spice things up. Will the guys soften their stance on the much-maligned La Vieille Ferme? Tune in and find out! Thanks for listening and Happy Sipping! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com | |||
| 08 Oct 2024 | Wine Review: Laurent Delaunay, Mâcon-Villages, Les Grappillages, 2023, "A Late Start!" | 00:40:08 | |
Looking for a fun wine adventure? Tune in as we uncork the 2023 Laurent Delaunay Chardonnay from Burgundy's Mâcon-Villages wine region! This episode, Aaron almost drinks all of his wine pre-show thanks to some microphone issues, we play the show-favorite 'Pick Your Poison,' and dive into the Mâconnais wine region. It’s a perfect mix of laughs, wine knowledge, and great conversation Don’t miss out on this exciting episode! Thanks for listening, and as always—Happy Sipping! Chapters 00:00-Pre-Show Banter 2:07-Intro 9:54-Game: "Pick Your Poison!" 16:05-Learning Segment: Mâconnais Wine Region 22:12-Wine Discussion 29:57-Wine Review 39:46-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram | |||
| 21 Nov 2023 | Wine Review: House Wine, Rosé Bubbles, Walla Walla, Washington, Canned Wine?!? | 00:37:34 | |
Join us as we review Rosé Bubbles from House Wine in Walla Walla, Washington. We'll take a brief pause from our winemaking trivia game to welcome our second guest, Warren, a good friend of the show. We'll also explore wine packaging as we delve into our first-ever canned wine experience. Warren has his own podcast "Because I Got Highlights" which provides "highly" opinionated chatter about basketball and trees. You can check him and his co-host Terrence out on Spotify! A huge thanks to our cross-promo partner Sherrill from Sauvy B for providing us with some awesome Sauvy B merch! Follow them on Instagram [_sauvyb_] or visit their website [https://www.sauvybshop.com/] to grab some merch for yourself Thanks for listening and as always Stop Wasting Your Wine! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/ | |||
| 04 Jun 2024 | Wine Review: Caliveda, Pinot Noir Reserve, California, 2022, Aaron's TikTok Challenge! | 00:48:46 | |
Join us as we review the 2022 Caliveda Pinot Noir Reserve from California. This week, the boys play a new true or false game to learn about Pinot Noir, Colin asks for a bit of help naming said true or false game, and Aaron throws down a challenge to get Colin dancing on TiKTok. Will his post get 5,000 likes and Colin dancing on the internet? Colin certainly hopes not! Thanks for listening and happy sipping! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com
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| 21 May 2024 | Wine Review: Geil, Gewürztraminer, Kabinett, Rheinhessen 2022, Pi-Nope or Chardon-Yay?!? | 00:41:59 | |
Join us as we review the Geil Gewürztraminer Kabinett from Germany's Rheinhessen region! This week, the boys share their opinions on a host of different topics in a new segment yet to be named and learn about Gewürztraminer, the spiciest of the Traminers. Thanks for listening and happy sipping! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com | |||
| 19 Mar 2024 | Wine Review: Albino Armani, Orange From The Basement, Pinot Grigio, Orange Wine, delle Venezie, Italy, 2021, "20/20 Investigates: Orange Wine" | 00:35:59 | |
Join us as we review the 2021 Albino Armani, "Orange From The Basement" orange Pino Grigio from the delle Venezie region in Italy. This week we discuss wine service temperature, the 20/20 rule, and which animal each of the guys would fight if they had to fight an animal. What? Tune in for another great episode and happy sipping! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com
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| 26 Nov 2024 | Wine Review: La Vostra Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut | Rehashing Old Traditions | 00:39:07 | |
Pop the cork and join us for a sparkling good time as we dive into our very first Prosecco on the show—the 2023 La Vostra Prosecco Superiore! This brut Prosecco is perfect for those seeking a low-sugar sip, and we’re here to decide if it’s the ultimate Thanksgiving pairing. Along the way, Aaron revives a cherished tradition, the crew takes on Colin’s favorite challenge in the hilarious “Spellmolier” game, and we uncork plenty of laughs. Don’t miss this bubbly adventure packed with fun, flavor, and the perfect pour for the holiday season! And for those who prefer a more direct sip of wine reviews, check out our brand-new companion podcast, But Did They Like It? It’s all wine talk and review, without the fluff and drops every Thursday! And as always, thanks for listening and happy sipping! Chapters 00:00-Intro 05:38-Todays Wine 09:08-Wine Discussion 12:50-Learning Segment 17:55-Game: 'Spellmolier' 28:27-Second Wine Discussion 30:25-Wine Review 37:19-Outro Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com | |||
| 12 Mar 2024 | Wine Review: Finca Bacara, Tabá, Monastrell, Jumilla, Spain, 2018, "Our Authentic Selves!"" | 00:35:02 | |
Join us as we review the 2018 Finca Bacara, Tabá Monastrell from Jumilla Spain! This week we learn about the Monastrell grape, and the guys get in touch with their authentic selves. Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com
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| 12 Dec 2023 | Wine Review: Black Box, Sauvignon Blanc, Chile, Our Cups Runneth Over | 00:33:18 | |
Join us this week as we review the Black Box Sauvignon Blanc from Chile. We're venturing into uncharted territory today with our first-ever review of a wine in a box/tetra pack. Let's just say the guys have some mixed feelings about it. We also learn a bit about the Sauvignon Blanc grape! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stopwastingyourwine/
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| 07 May 2024 | Wine Interview: Ashwin Muthiah, Host of unPINNED, an Online Wine Course | 01:11:04 | |
Join us for an amazing conversation with Ashwin Muthiah. Ashwin is a recovering sommelier and the host of unPINNED, an online wine course designed to teach you everything you need to know about wine while dispelling the pretentiousness that often accompanies it. This week, we delve into Ashwin's journey into the world of wine, explore the unPINNED wine course, and sample a couple of wines made from the Nebbiolo grape."
Show Notes: Check Out unPINNED: unPINNED Wine Course Wine # 1 - Rocca Felice Nebbiolo d'Alba, 2021 Wine # 2 - La Sacrestia Langhe Nebbiolo, 2018 Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! | |||
| 17 Oct 2023 | Wine Review: Famille Bougrier, Sauvignon Blanc, Vin de France, France, 2022, "The Today Show of Wine!" | 00:29:32 | |
Join us this as we review the 2022 Famille Bougrier, Sauvignon Blanc from France. This week, the boys make 11.5% ABV seem like it's a high alcohol wine and we finish our conversation on wine labels. Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/ Happy Sipping!
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| 12 Sep 2023 | Wine Review: Layer Cake Malbec Mendoza, Argentina, 2022, "Swirl, Sniff, Taste" | 00:29:20 | |
Join us this week as we review the 2022 Layer Cake Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina. We also talk about the concept of grocery store wine and learn how to assess a wine for quality. | |||
| 16 Jul 2024 | Wine Review: Marraso, Gran Blend, Argentina, 2021 "Doominacion Di Origin?" | 00:40:50 | |
Join us as we delve into the 2021 Marraso Gran Blend from Argentina. This week, we chat about our favorite wines to enjoy in the hot weather, enjoy Colin's unusually enchanting introduction, and play another exciting round of everyone's favorite game, Spellmolier. Thanks for listening and Happy Sipping! Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram YouTube
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| 28 Nov 2023 | Wine Review: Domdechant Werner, Riesling, Trocken, Rheingau, Germany, 2021, Joel Gets Tripped Up by Yeast! | 00:35:03 | |
Join us this week as we review a dry Riesling from Domdechant Werner located in the Rheingau region of Germany! We jump back into our trivia game and learn about how grape juice is turned into wine. Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you! Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/
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| 19 Sep 2023 | Wine Review: Samuel Robert Winery Family Reserve Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2021, "Willamette Like Damn It!" | 00:26:44 | |
Join us this week as we review the 2021 Samuel Robert Winery Family Reserve Pinot Noir. We also learn a bit about aromas and flavors in wine and Aaron has a hard time pronouncing a valley in Oregon. Connect with the show! We would love to hear from you. Website: stopwastingyourwine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/ Happy Sipping! | |||