Best Barolo Podcasts (2026)

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Sør-Italias Barolo, igjen 11:37

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3h ago11:37

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Kjell-Gabriel liker å minne Tom på at i Campania er de så stolte av vinen sin at de insisterer på å sammenligne den med berømtheten fra Piemonte: Barolo. Med dette i minnet gyver våre venner løs på en gladsak for fyldige middager med rødt kjøtt i sentrum. Bellaria Taurasi 2017 / kr. 429,90 / Varenummer: 10544601 See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…

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The Best & Worst Wines We Drank in 2025! 49:50

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Welcome to our very own version of Spotify Wrapped! In this episode, we review the best and worst wines we drank this year, and share with you why we thought they were so good or so bad. In 2025 we drank 80 wines from 12 different countries and 3 different states in the US, interviewed 8 winemakers from all over the world, and released 5 minisodes …

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Odelsgutten med eplekinn 11:44

2h ago11:44

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Det drar seg mot romjul, og vi har feiret både solsnu og jesusbarn i nevnte rekkefølge. Med fet julemat i tankene har Kjell-Gabriel funnet frem en vaskeekte sider fra Sogndal som han mener bør være et alternativ når ribbe og pinnekjøtt skal til pers. Men er Tom enig? Odelsgut E / kr. 203,80 / Varenummer: 19308701 See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…

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En ekte norsk jul i flytende form 11:19

2d ago11:19

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De siste forberedelsene er gjort og her kommer prikken over i-en; norske dråper som sjarmerer og imponerer så mye at vi bør droppe å drikke import. Egge gård iseple / kr. 299,90 / Varenummer: 9624602 Bringebærlandets dessertvin / kr. 259,90 / Varenummer: 11916202 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The State of Bourbon: Trends, Tastes & the Road to 2026 56:47

2d ago56:47

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Send us a text Bourbon has never been bigger—but is it on solid ground? In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob is joined once again by friend of the show Matt Carter to take a hard look at the current state of bourbon. From explosive growth and shifting consumer tastes to pricing fatigue, limited releases, and changing hype cycles,…

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WTF is Aligoté? 46:45

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Sometimes known as the “other” white wine of Burgundy, Aligoté is the bargain white from one of the world’s most famous wine regions. It is the child of Pinot Noir and Gouais Blanc, the latter of which is a wine that many think is now extinct because French nobility hated it so much they burned and banned it. Aligoté is often used in sparkling wine…

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007 - med lisens til å drikke 24:14

8d ago24:14

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Få karakterer i vår moderne popkultur er så myteomspunnet og så beleven som James Bond, agent 007. Guttene sjekker ut hva verdens mest kjente hemmelige(!) agent har hatt i glasset, i siktet og i senga gjennom en ganske spektakulær og ikke minst lang karriere. Her sitter boblene og damene løst, for å si det slik.' Bollinger Special Cuvée 007 / kr. 7…

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Har skrevet for polet for første gang 10:33

10d ago10:33

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Kjell-Gabriel har fått i oppdrag av en ny importør til å skrive beskrivelsene på polets sider, og der er det mange regler. Greier vår venn å holde seg i skinnet? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Nettavisen og Bauer Media

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In Egg We Trust: Why the Egg Is the G.O.A.T 42:52

9d ago42:52

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Send us a text The egg is everywhere—and for good reason. In this episode, we make the case that the egg is the greatest food and ingredient ever created. From over-easy and sunny side up to omelets and scrambled eggs, the egg shines as the star of breakfast. But it doesn’t stop there. Eggs elevate burgers, crown fried rice, finish enchiladas, and …

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Holiday Sparkling Wines #5: Lambrusco! 53:46

11d ago53:46

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Forget what you think you know about Lambrusco, because this wine slaps! We walked away from this episode with one of our very few 10/10 rated wines! If you are looking for something fun, festive, and delicious to add to your Holiday table or bring as a special gift, Lambrusco is the answer! For many years, Lambrusco was the top selling imported wi…

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Wine Through a Young Lens: Questions, Curiosity & First Steps 1:06:01

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Send us a text In this warm and thoughtful episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob sits down with a very special guest—Jaime Deleon’s daughter, Ashley, a young wine enthusiast beginning her journey into the vast and fascinating world of wine. Together, they dive into the real questions that new wine drinkers often feel too intimidated to as…

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Lær deg selv tidenes vintips 10:26

23d ago10:26

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Kjell-Gabriel har et råd som han tror du vil ha glede av når du skal bli mer kjent med vin. Lag din egen lille vinskole, og det er både lett og utrolig lærerikt. Lek med vin i førjulstiden. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Nettavisen og Bauer Media

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Italian Wine Adventure #20: Nero d’Avola! 50:27

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Known as the King of Sicily, Nero d’Avola is a wine that can be very approachable and fruity, and might just be the wine that you need to serve your friends and family who have not found a wine they like yet. Historically used as a blending grape, sometimes called a ghost grape and “medicine wine” by the French, Nero d’Avola was added to blends to …

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En ikke så søt italiener 8:45

22d ago8:45

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Guttene tester en vin fra Piemonte laget på 100% Dolcetto. Spørsmålet er hvorfor denne druen som regel brukes i ymse blandinger med de andre store druene herfra. Hva tenker våre venner om det? Scavino Dolcetto d’Alba 2023 / kr. 289,90 / Varenummer: 13009001 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Year of Italy: What We Learned from Exploring the Regions 28:14

24d ago28:14

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Send us a text 2025 was the Year of Italy for Bottles & Bites Without Borders. From Tuscany to Piedmont, Sicily to Friuli, Rob dives back into all five Italian regions explored this year and breaks down the wines, the culture, the surprises, and the discoveries that left a mark. In this episode, Rob uncorks the highlights of the Italian series—what…

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Den villeste pizzavinen 11:05

24d ago11:05

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Kjell-Gabriel har vært i Brønnøysund og lekt med pizza og vin på restaurenten Korn. Der fant han en vin som virkelig satte spor, en perfekt vin til ostepizza med jalapeño på. Hør om opplevelsen. Cune Monopole Reserva 2020 / kr. 319.90 / Varenummer: 19813701 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Special Episode! The Virginia Winemakers Series #3: Corry Craighill of Septenary Winery 39:27

26d ago39:27

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In the third installment of our Virginia winemaker’s series, we meet Corry Craighill who is the head winemaker at Septenary Winery as well as her own small label Wound Tight. Corry took a winding path to where she is today, learning her craft all over the world including experiences in South Africa, Oregon, France, Australia, New Zealand, and in Ca…

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Fransk vin, tysk navn 11:15

29d ago11:15

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Kjell-Gabriel har med en riesling fra Alsac, her blir det mye snakk om å kappe land, språkforvirring og bratte bakker. Bli med når våre venner gir seg i kast med en friskus av en Grand Cru. Bestheim Schlossberg Grand Cru Riesling 2023 / kr. 200,- / Varenummer: 13625201 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Breaking Down the Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2025 1:25:48

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Send us a text In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob sits down with wine expert and friend of the show, Jaime Deleon, to dive deep into the newly released Wine Spectator Top 100 Wines of 2025. We break down how many wines each country landed on the list—and whether we actually agree with the rankings. Rob and Jaime also share how …

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Støtte polet eller støtte kompis? 15:40

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Jeg liker å hjelpe, man bør hjelpe om man kan, men det er ikke alltid lov å hjelpe. Så hva gjør man da? Kjell-Gabriel har kommet i en konflikt mellom Vinmonopolet og en venn av en venn. Hør den gripende historien. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Nettavisen og Bauer Media

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WTF is Graciano? 46:17

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You say you love Spanish wine, but you’ve never heard of Graciano?!? Then we have got a treat for you! Hailing from the Rioja region of Spain (as well as the Navarra region), Graciano has long been used as a blending grape to round out Rioja red wines, but now is being made into a single varietal that we think is worth seeking out. Sometimes called…

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Erkeklassiker fra Spania 10:53

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Kjell-Gabriel har lyst til å ta frem en superklassisk spanjol, så her kan guttene velte seg i mørk frukt og eksotisk tre. Tom mener dette er vinen for den litt eldre garde, de som vokste opp med bastskjørt og sekkestrie på vinflaskene. Er Kjell-Gabriel enig? Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva 2018 / kr. 269,90 / Varenummer: 3368701 See omnystudio.com/listen…

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Det aller beste fra Tyskland! 9:06

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Kjell-Gabriel har vært på smaking med Bernard Huber og smakt igjennom alle 2023 årgangene hans. Han mener at dette er noe du bare må skaffe deg. Dette er det beste fra Tyskland nå om dagen. Så Bernard Huber er navnet, og noe får man tak i på basisutvalget, men noe er i spesialutvalge og da må du ringe polet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy …

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Low-Alcohol Reds for Cooler Weather 1:02:51

1M ago1:02:51

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Send us a text As wine drinkers lean increasingly toward whites for their freshness and lower alcohol, the shift into fall and winter brings back that familiar craving for red wine. But what if you want the comfort and complexity of a red—without the big alcohol punch? In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob sits down with Advanced …

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Barolo Battle! Costco Kirkland vs. Trader Joe’s Diamond Reserve! 52:13

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We had to try it. We couldn’t help ourselves. And, can you blame us?!? Afterall, who can resist a $20 Barolo from Costco’s Kirkland Brand, or Trader Joe’s Diamond Reserve label?!? Not us, and we bet not you either. The question on your lips, of course, is “are the wines worth their $20 price tag?” Look, you need to listen to the episode to find out…

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Fransk snabeldyr 8:53

1M ago8:53

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Tom har tatt med en flaske som guttene forsøker å finne ut av, kan elefanten sjarmere våre venner? Picon & Co. Elephant Grenache P.G.M./ kr. 399,- / Varenummer: 19751401 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Nettavisen og Bauer Media

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En spansk hemmelig skatt 9:49

1M ago9:49

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Kjell-Gabriel har kommet over en vin han aldri har vært borti før, men han elsker distriktet, så da blir det spennende å se om den faller i smak. En dyr sak fra Spania. Valderiz Juegabolos 2019 / kr. 579.90 / Varenummer: 14907201 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Nettavisen og Bauer Media

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The Biggest Waste of Money in Food: Fine Dining Exposed 56:41

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive into a controversial take: fine dining isn’t worth the hype — or the price tag. Sandra and I recently visited a so-called “authentic Italian” fine dining restaurant, and let’s just say… it was anything but. The service was polished but clueless, the Bolognese tasted like grocery-store jarred sauce, the wine l…

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Special Episode! The Virginia Winemakers Series #2: Justin Rose of Rosemont of Virginia 34:08

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In our second installment of our Virginia winemaker’s series, we meet Justin Rose of Rosemont wine. Justin was able to leverage his chemical engineering background into becoming the winemaker at the winery his father started on their historical family farm. Today, in the southernmost wine grape growing region in Virginia, they make wines that are t…

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Wines That Feel Like Fall: Cozy Reds and Warming Whites 52:40

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Send us a text As the weather cools and comfort food takes center stage, the wines we crave start to change too. In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob Clark sits down with Advanced Sommelier Jaime Deleon to explore the perfect wines for fall. From soulful reds that pair beautifully with stews and roasts to whites that still shine …

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Tawny Port | Taylor Fladgate Winery - #026 6:47

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One of the most iconic Port houses, established in 1692. Taylor Fladgate has the highest average Robert Parker rating of any producer and its Taylor Fladgate Tawny Ports are the #1 selling on and off premise Tawny Ports in the US! Nick Poletto is the Vice President of Education at Kobrand Corporation. Kobrand has been importing fine wine into the U…

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Reserve Ruby Port Bin 27 and Late Bottled Vintage | Fonseca Winery - #025 6:08

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Family owned and always made by someone from the Guimaraens family since its first production in 1815. Produces top rated wines across all categories and Fonseca Bin 27 is the #1 selling Reserve Ruby Port in the US! Nick Poletto is the Vice President of Education at Kobrand Corporation. Kobrand has been importing fine wine into the US since 1944. K…

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Barolo and Barbaresco | Michele Chiarlo - #024 7:21

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Founded in 1956, Michele Chiarlo winery is one of the original Godfathers of Piedmont wines. They helped establish the DOCG rules and are highly respected for all their wines. Family owned, focused on sustainability, and own the very best crus of Barolo Nick Poletto is the Vice President of Education at Kobrand Corporation. Kobrand has been importi…

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Spätburgunder: High QPR Pinot Noir! 49:39

2M ago49:39

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This wine, friends, is the epitome of why we started our podcast in the first place - to help you find great wines at reasonable prices that you have just not learned about yet. Spätburgunder is the Pinot Noir you didn’t know you were looking for - in fact, it’s probably the Pinot Noir you’ve never heard of. Part of it is because the supply and dem…

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A Discussion on Old World & New World Wines with Jaime Deleon 1:14:31

2M ago1:14:31

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Send us a text In this episode, Rob sits down with Advanced Sommelier Jaime Deleon for a deep dive into the fascinating contrast between Old World and New World wines. They explore how history, climate, and winemaking philosophy shape what ends up in the glass — from structure and balance to ripeness and expression. Together, they compare examples …

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Noen vil lage kjendisvin 12:38

2M ago12:38

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Kjell-Gabriel har blitt spurt om å være med å synse om en vin som en kjendis muligens vil sette navnet sitt på. Hvordan tror du det gikk? Og hvilke kjendis vil du smake vinen til? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Nettavisen og Bauer Media

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WTF is Bonarda AKA Charbono? 50:15

2M ago50:15

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If you are looking for a crowd-pleasing, bigger red wine, this may be the ticket. Wait, you’ve never heard of Bonarda or Charbono?!? Shameful! It’s time to get you edumacated! It is not uncommon that the same wine will have two different names depending on where it is from, but it is unusual that a wine that has been around for thousands of years, …

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Pinot fra Stillehavet 20:32

2M ago20:32

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Guttene har fått med seg Matias Rios fra Cono Sur, så her blir det vin fra Chile, og vi får høre hvorfor særlig Pinot Noir har svært gode kår ved kysten av Stillehavet. Kjell-Gabriel har plukket fritt fra utvalget og det blir Pinot og begeistring i glasset når det smakes. Cono Sur Ocio Pinot Noir 2020 / kr. 499,90 / Varenummer: 9907201 See omnystud…

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Why Americans Drink Wine Differently — and What We Can Learn from Europe 34:14

2M ago34:14

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Send us a text In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, host Rob Clark explores how American wine culture stands apart from the rest of the world — from how we buy wine to how we drink it and even how we think about it. Why do most Americans grab bottles at grocery stores instead of wineries? Why is wine treated as a special-occasion dri…

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Vin til Mont D’Or-osten 12:02

2M ago12:02

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Kjell-Gabriel mimrer over sin Arbois-tur og gleder seg over at Mont D’Or-osten er i diskene. Her skal du kjøpe en flaske Tradisjon og en flaske Ouille så er du klar for ostefest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Nettavisen og Bauer Media

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Orange Wine, One More Time! 50:12

2M ago50:12

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Is Orange wine still a vibe wine? A couple of years after our first episode on Orange wine, we revisit it to see if it’s still all that. The verdict? It is! We dig into what Orange wine is, how it is made, and what makes it different from the other styles and colors of wine, namely red, white, and rosé. And we will spare you the drama - it is not m…

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Fantomet fra Sør-Afrika 8:31

2M ago8:31

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Tom og Kjell-Gabriel tar for seg en ganske så trivelig sak fra Sør-Afrika. Vinen får mye rettferdig skryt, men kan guttene bli vant til det litt overambisiøse navnet? Lomond Phantom Pinot Noir / kr. 279,90 / Varenummer: 16723701 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Nettavisen og Bauer Media

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Vin fra konfliktområder 8:51

2M ago8:51

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Kjell-Gabriel holder vinkurs på forskjellige tema, blant annet om vin fra konfliktområder, som er helt klart det mest spennende. Kunne du også tenke deg å være med på et sånt kurs? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Nettavisen og Bauer Media

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WTF is Trousseau? (Jura wine exposed!) 47:54

3M ago47:54

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All the cool kids are talking about wines from Jura, but should you believe the hype? Well, when it comes to the red wine Trousseau, we say a resounding YES! If you have never heard about the Jura wine region in France, it’s time to let you in on the secret so you can be part of the hip “in” crowd. And if you are a Pinot Noir or Gamay lover, we hav…

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Mer enn bare prosecco? 24:20

3M ago24:20

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Tom og Kjell-Gabriel møter Riccardo fra Valdo Spumanti som forteller inngående om forskjellen på DOCG Prosecco Superiore Valdobbiadene og «vanlig» DOC Prosecco. Klarer han å overbevise guttene om at Prosecco ikke bare er Prosecco? Valdo Marca Oro Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore Extra Dry / kr. 157,90 / Varenummer: 9309201 See omnystudio.com/listen…

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Battle of the Burgers / Our Top 5 Fast Food Favorites 44:33

3M ago44:33

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By Rob Clark

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Musella - en leken perfeksjonist 7:51

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By Nettavisen og Bauer Media

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Costco vs. Costco! Kirkland Signature Chianti Classico Riserva Challenge! (Bonus: TJ’s Horrible Pumpkin Spice Chardonnay!) 46:19

3M ago46:19

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We know what you’re thinking: how different could two of the same wines from different vintages taste really?!? We’re here to tell you, they were vastly different. Not even close. This week, we put Costco Kirkland Signature head to head with itself. Same wine: Kirkland Signature Chianti Classico Riserva, but different vintages - 2020 vs. 2022 - and…

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Et vær- og vinfenomen 8:48

3M ago8:48

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El Niño er kjent som et værfenomen oppkalt etter «Guds Sønn», men denne gangen skal våre venner sjekke ut et vinfenomen fra Rioja, faktisk. Det blir mye snakk om vær, vin og det guddommelige, kan denne forholdsvis hyggelig prisede spanjolen leve opp til sitt ambisiøse navn? Campillo El Niño 2023 / kr. 169,90 / Varenummer: 1986701 ... See omnystudio…

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What to Order? The Takeout Dilemma 41:45

3M ago41:45

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Send us a text With endless options on apps and menus, why does ordering dinner still feel like such a struggle? In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob and Sandra dive into the real frustrations of modern takeout—sky-high prices, disappointing portions, inconsistent quality, and the nagging question of whether it’s even worth it. F…