The VQEh Podcast Tash & Manny
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A casual conversation between two friends. From Hamilton to Toronto to NOTL, we've been somming our way through Ontario and we're here to spread our love of Canadian wine. Whether you're a certified wine geek or a wine-loving novice, this podcast is for you.
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Episode 40: Niagara vs. The World
Episode 40! Can you believe it? Manny and I sat down and discussed Niagara wines versus the rest of the world - how they're different, why they're different, comparable wines etc. We also try to trick each other with blind wines and end up choosing wines from the same regions... again! Great minds, right? We hope you enjoy! Cheers.Featured WinesBig Head Chenin Blanc 2021https://bigheadwines.ca/#homeFamille Bougrier "Classique" Vouvray 2022Tawse "Growers Blend" Cabernet Franc 2020https://www.t...
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Episode 39: Fortified Wine
Welcome back! On this episode, Manny and Tash discuss fortified wine. Fortified wine has a rich history and is often underrated. These wines include those like Port, Madeira, and Sherry. We talk about the different styles and taste one from Niagara. Enjoy!Featured WineSouthbrook "The Anniversary"https://www.southbrook.com/
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Episode 38: Vessels
Join Manny and Tash this week as they break down what exactly a vessel is. How does it affect fermentation? How does it affect ageing? Does oak really make a difference? What is amphora? Dive deep in this episode and listen in as your hosts taste two wines made in totally different ways. Cheers!Featured WinesStrewn "Barrel Aged" Chardonnay 2015https://www.strewnwinery.com/Big Head "Raw" Petit Verdot 2017https://bigheadwines.ca/
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Episode 37: Virtual Wineries
Happy 2024 everyone! We are starting the year off with an episode on virtual wineries. These are wineries that do not have a physical location but still make amazing wine! There are many Canadian virtual wineries and especially in Niagara. Join Manny and Tash as they talk more about local virtual wineries and taste some wine.Featured WinesMaenad Wine Co. Piquette 2021https://www.maenadwines.com/2027 Cellars "Falls Vineyard" Cabernet Franc 2019https://www.2027cellars.ca/
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Episode 36: Holiday Wines & Blind Tasting
Tash and Manny are back after a brief break (life gets busy!). In this episode your hosts discuss the wine trends of the season and what to buy for holiday gifts and hosting. They also do a blind tasting of two wines and both get them wrong - but it was fun! Be sure to tag us on Instagram this holiday season and let us know what Canadian wines you're drinking. Happy listening! Cheers.Featured WinesCreekside "50% Shiraz, 46% Merlot, 4% Viognier" 2010https://www.creeksidewine.com/Two Sisters Me...
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Episode 35: Wine Scoring
We've all seen it before: 91 points! 4 stars! Gold medal! on bottles of wine, but what does it really mean? Who awards these accolades? Is the wine really that good? Your hosts Tash and Manny sit down and dissect what wine scoring is all about and what it means for you as a consumer. Also, they blind each other on high-scoring Niagara wines, which hilariously are from the same producer. Enjoy!Featured Wines:Domaine Queylus "Tradition" Chardonnay 2019Domaine Queylus "Reserve du Domaine" Cabern...