Two Guys Talking Wine

We sit down with Jose Rallo of Donnafugata winery in Sicily. Does farming organically or biodynamically really matter? What's it like to make wine next to Europe's most active volcano. Wines are available through Univins - https://univins.ca/en/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss problems with ordering wine from the LCBO, segue into the topic of Natural wine and then Riesling comes up again.You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and André catch up after most of 2024 apart. They taste through some wines from the east and the west coast and talk about what's on their mind. You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael took the opportunity to leave the Canadian cold to visit the island of Cyprus. Nobody told André that Cyrpus is different than Cypress - and he makes a bunch of Cypress Hill jokes. Did Michael learn anything about these wines? The answer may surprise you.You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and André sit down with Andy Peay of his eponimous winery. They discovered the cool climate Pinot Noir (and Chardonnay) at a recent Rogers and Co. tasting. So they decided they needed to find out what the heck is going on in a part of California that is delivering stunning cool climate wines. Strap in and discover the Sonoma West Coast.Learn more about Peay Vineyards here - https://peayvineyards.com/You can order from Rogers and Co - https://rogcowines.com/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

André does a blind tasting of non-alcoholic beer with Michael. They discuss dry January - and what is going on at the LCBO. You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first show of 2024 has us speaking with a natural wine producer ... Michael and André have learned that natural wine is currently in the process of being defined. Which is great news for the consumer.That producer is Xavier Amirault - and his wines are delicious! Michael discovered Xavier on a recent trip to the Loire so he was thrilled to have the opportunity to sit down with him in Canada. You can learn more about Xavier's wines here - https://www.domaineamirault.com/en/home/ They are available in Ontario through Amethyst wines - https://amethystwine.ca/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and André sit down to discuss their recent Toronto Life articles - and reflect on the year that was 2023https://torontolife.com/food/holiday-wine-guide-2023-lcbo-gift-bottles/https://torontolife.com/food/holiday-wine-guide-lcbo-bargain-bottles/https://torontolife.com/food/holiday-wine-guide-the-lcbos-best-canadian-made-spirits/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and André had a chance to cook their own dinner with the fine people from Ruffino. They sit down with Beppe D'Andrea the Brand Ambassador for Ruffino. They discuss what's going on in Tuscany. The fact that Ruffino has recently aquired vineyards in Bolgheri - sustainability and more.You can learn more about Ruffino here - https://ruffino.com/Thank you to Val D'Oca for their sponsorship - You can learn more about their wines at www.valdoca.com/en/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

**This Episode is sponsored by Val D'Oca Prosecco**Every year Médoc hosts a marathon that involves a combination of long distance running ... and drinking wine. How did Matt fare? Is this marathon worth the hype? Learn more about the marathon here - https://www.marathondumedoc.com/Thank you to Val D'Oca for their sponsorship - You can learn more about their wines at www.valdoca.com/en/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

**This Episode is sponsored by Val D'Oca Prosecco**Michael visited some of the most well known Cabernet Franc regions in France. Chinon, Borgueil, Anjou, and Saumur-Champigny. He comes back to talk about where Ontario Cabernet Franc stands in the world - and what we might be missing out on in Ontario. The press trip was organized by Sopexa - https://www.sopexa.com/You can learn more about Loire Wines here - https://www.vinsvaldeloire.fr/enThank you to Val D'Oca for their sponsorship - You can learn more about their wines at www.valdoca.com/en/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

**This Episode is sponsored by Val D'Oca Prosecco**André recently visited Alto Adige for their Wine Summit. His trip centered around scenic Bolzano. He was shocked and pleased to see the supreme quality of the wines from this region. Also, the depth of varieties planted with everything from Sauvignon Blanc to Merlot. You can learn more about Alto Adige here - https://www.altoadigewines.com/The press trip was organized by Sopexa - https://www.sopexa.com/Thank you to Val D'Oca for their sponsorship - You can learn more about their wines at www.valdoca.com/en/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

**This Episode is sponsored by Val D'Oca Prosecco**André and Michael had the opportunity to sit down with Gottfried Mocke, the Chief Winemaker at Boekenhoutskloof Winery located in South Africa.We taste through a line up of wines ranging from old vines semillon, to syrah, to chardonnay and pinot noir.You can learn more about Boekenhoutskloof Wineyr at www.boekenhoutskloof.co.zaThank you to Val D'Oca for their sponsorship - You can learn more about their wines at www.valdoca.com/en/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

**This Episode is also sponsored by Val D'Oca Prosecco**Recently André Proulx appeared on an episode of Canadaland sharing his work into the current state of Wine Writing in Ontario. He takes a look at the damage being done by the LCBO and their Food and Drink Catalog. He also takes a look at the suspicious writing that takes place in the Toronto Star. Michael unpacks what was said and what went into putting this episode together. You can listen to the episode here - https://www.canadaland.com/podcast/920-a-wine-critic-spills-all/Michael reference a video by Konstantin Baum - Master of Wine talking about Luca Maroni's scoring system - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKvv30LmLzwThey take the time to sip on some local spirits made by - https://limiteddistillery.com/To learn more about our sponsor you can visit - https://www.valdoca.com/en/Also - you can support the work Canadaland does by clicking the links below - including the excellent season of Commons all about hockeyhttps://canadalandnetwork.supercast.c

**This Episode is Sponsored Content thanks to Vins de Chablis****This Episode is also sponsored by Val D'Oca Prosecco** Michael and André do a quick overview of Vins de Chablis tasting through the whole pyramid going from Petit Chablis up to Grand Cru. They also take a moment to discuss https://unlock.chablis-wines.com/ a new online program to help people get a better understanding of the region.Thank you to Val D'Oca for their sponsorship - You can learn more about their wines at https://www.valdoca.com/en/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We were approached by a listener Myles - who wanted to free up some space in the cellar. So he brought the largest lineup of wines we have ever tasted for Stump the Chump. We were also joined by Jordan of rescuingtrappedwine fame. How did the crew do? Were there any duds in the lineup? You can follow Myles and Jordan at the links belowhttps://www.instagram.com/cellartimewine/https://www.instagram.com/rescuingtrappedwine/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are joined today by Valentino Valentini of Agricola Bocale. Michael and André recently tasted through a lineup of wines in an attempt to teach André more about Sagrantino - and the wines of Umbria. It appears the movement to use less oak in wine production has made it's way to Montefalco. Available to purchase in Ontario through Apparition Wines & Spirits: www.apparitionwines.com | sales@apparitionwines.com | 416 557 5145Montefalco Rosso DOC 2018Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG 2017 Ennio Sagrantino DOCG 2017Trebbiano Spoletino DOC 2022You can learn more about Bocale by clicking here -https://www.bocale.wine/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We woke up early in July to sit down with Diego Corradi from the Verona Mountains, and the Export Manager with Azienda Agricola Graziano Prà. We learn about a wine that is named after a beloved border collie - and the impact that volcanic soils have on Soave. We also scratch the surface on the sweet wines of the region. André may have learned something about Italian wine - Michael was Michael.You can purchase wines from PRA through the Vine Agency - https://thevineagency.ca/shop/productsLearn more about PRA by clicking here - https://www.vinipra.it/en/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine through Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are joined today by Matteo Apollonio, export manager for Mezzacorona Wines. We go through the lineup including Pinot Grigio - and the low alcohol Pinot Grigio that may make its way to a family picnic this summer... but not at Michael's house. You can learn more about Mezzacorona by visiting https://www.mezzacorona.it/Thanks to Woodman Wines for hosting us - you can find the Mezzacorona Wines at the LCBO. You can learn more about Woodman Wines at https://www.woodmanwinesandspirits.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There have been many jokes about Chardonnay over the years on this podcast. But André got a chance to make the pilgrimage to the mother land in Bourgogne. He traveled from the Maconnais up to Cote des Nuits - and did learn something along the way. With thanks to:Pascal Marchand - http://www.marchand-tawse.com/en/Veronique Drouhin - https://www.drouhin.com/en_US/Sylvain Pataille Domaine Pavelot - https://www.domainepavelot.com/en/Domaine Patrick Javillier - http://www.patrickjavillier.com/#!en/Vins de Bourgogne - https://www.vins-bourgogne.fr/You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.