Bollini Pinot Grigio and Merlot Review | Two Table Wines That Won’t Let You Down
This week the crew kicks off a new Table Wine mini-series with a surprise twist. Joel, Aaron, and Colin open not one but two bottles from Bollini: a 2024 Pinot Grigio and a 2023 Merlot. The goal is simple. Find affordable, crowd friendly wines you can set on the holiday table without overthinking a thing.The trio talks through what makes a true table wine, why ABV matters more than you think, and how the 20-20 rule keeps both reds and whites tasting their best. They dig into Bollini’s story, the Dolomites, and why this producer leans on clean, stainless steel winemaking to let their fruit speak for itself.From pear and green apple freshness in the Pinot Grigio to cherry, strawberry, and a touch of spice in the Merlot, the team breaks down both bottles with their usual blend of curiosity and chaos. Expect friendly debates, plenty of quaffable energy, and a few unexpected detours involving weddings, grocery store wines, and silent haircuts.If you’re figuring out what to bring to Thanksgiving or just want a couple of budget friendly options that won’t derail dinner, this episode has you covered.Learn more about Bollini WineBollini Websitehttp://bollini.wine/Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you!Stop Wasting Your Wine on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/Stop Wasting Your Wine on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@StopWastingYourWineThe Stop Wasting Your Wine Websitehttps://stopwastingyourwine.com/Chapters00:00 - Introduction to the Episode01:54 - Exploring Table Wines04:13 Understanding the Concept of Table Wine06:53 - Wine Reviews: Bollini Pinot Grigio and Merlot08:45 - Tasting the Bollini Pinot Grigio13:27 - Tasting the Bollini Merlot19:08 - Introduction to the 2020 Rule19:08 - Exploring Bellini Wines19:10 - Wine Drops20:39 - Understanding Terroir and Winemaking Styles24:54 - Wine Reviews27:34 - Exploring the Pinot Grigio29:59 - Merlot Review and Comparisons33:25 - Thanksgiving Wine Recommendations36:32 - Wrap-Up and Future Episodes41:00 - Outro
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Petit Sauvage Blanc and Rouge Review | Natural Wine and Resistant Grapes with Antonin Bonnet
This week we sat down with Antonin Bonnet from Pierre and Antonin in the south of France for an eye opening episode. Antonin is a natural winemaker and he pulled back the curtain on how he and his partner Pierre think about and make wine without all the scary stuff people usually associate with natural bottles.We got into his wild start in New York, how he and Pierre built their winery from scratch, and why resistant grape varieties might be the future. Colin finally owned his natural wine skepticism, Joel showed up mid-diaper-chaos, and Antonin kept dropping gems while pouring wines that shook up our expectations.If you’ve ever been curious about natural wine or flat out opposed to it, this episode might flip your perspective. Grab a glass, hit play, and get ready to think about wine in a new way.Check out Pierre and Antonin Pierre and Antonin Websitehttps://pierre-antonin.com/en/Pierre and Antonin on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/pierreetantonin/Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you!Stop Wasting Your Wine on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/Stop Wasting Your Wine on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@StopWastingYourWineThe Stop Wasting Your Wine Websitehttps://stopwastingyourwine.com/00:00 Intro and Welcome01:02 Meet Antonin Bonnet from Pierre and Antonin02:42 First Natural Wine on the Show04:10 How Antonin and Pierre Met in NYC07:15 Discovering Natural Wine in Brooklyn09:55 Colin Admits His Natural Wine Fears11:40 Avoiding Funk and Flaws in Natural Wine14:15 Fermentation, Acidity, and Staying Clean17:40 Resistant Grapes Explained21:30 Sustainable Viticulture and No Chemicals24:10 Packaging and Carbon Footprint Choices27:05 Why Take the Hard Road in Winemaking30:20 Making Natural Wine That Still Tastes Great34:05 Growing a Winery From Scratch37:20 Selling Wine in the US Market40:30 Tradition vs Innovation44:00 Lessons from Early Vintages46:55 Future of Resistant Varieties49:20 Final Thoughts and Takeaways52:35 Sips, Laughs, and Goodbyes
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Cantine Povero Priore Barolo 2021 | The King Has Arrived!
This week on Stop Wasting Your Wine, we bring an exciting close to our Nebbiolo journey. We are diving into Barolo, the king of wines, and pouring the Priore Barolo 2021 from Cantine Povero. We look back at the bottles that led us here, compare Barolo with Barbaresco, and talk through what makes Nebbiolo so special. Expect honest thoughts on tannin, age, and why patience is part of the Barolo experience.On this episode, we share our tasting notes, explore how this wine evolves in the glass, and give appreciation to the producers behind it. Then the mood shifts as we roll out a new game called Merlot or Malarkey, where we try to separate real wine facts from pure fiction.We wrap by talking about the value of wine community and the joy of learning together.If you are curious about Nebbiolo or want a deeper feel for Barolo, this episode brings you right into the conversation.Learn More About Cantine Poverohttps://cantinepovero.com/en/Connect with Cantine Povero on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/cantinepovero/Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you!Stop Wasting Your Wine on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/Stop Wasting Your Wine on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@StopWastingYourWineThe Stop Wasting Your Wine Websitehttps://stopwastingyourwine.com/Chapters00:00 Introduction to Barolo Week02:12 Our Journey of Nebbiolo Wines05:09 Exploring the Priore Barolo 202106:39 Tasting Notes and First Impressions08:47 Comparative Analysis of Nebbiolo Wines10:55 Deep Dive into Flavor Profiles13:28 Final Thoughts and Wine Drops16:27 Exploring Barolo and Barbaresco21:36 The Impact of Terroir on Wine26:09 Aging and Its Influence on Flavor28:39 Tasting Notes and Flavor Profiles33:41 Final Thoughts and Reflections35:08 Introduction to the Game: Merlot or Malarkey35:57 Exploring Barolo: Fun Facts and Trivia39:23 The Race for Knowledge: Barolo Trivia Challenge42:07 Conclusion: Reflections on Barolo and the Game
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Cantine Povero Batù Barbaresco 2021 Review | Same Grape, Different Personality!
The Nebbiolo journey continues in Barbaresco as your Wine Guides pour Cantine Povero’s take on this iconic grape and explore what sets the region apart from Langhe and Barolo. The crew dives into how the Tanaro River shapes the wine’s character, the strict aging laws that define Barbaresco, and the legacy of Domizio Cavazza, the man who helped put the region on the map. Things wrap up with a round of their new trivia game, Great Minds Drink Alike, and plenty of laughs about who actually paid attention during the learning segment. Learn More About Cantine Poverohttps://cantinepovero.com/en/Connect with Cantine Povero on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/cantinepovero/Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you!Stop Wasting Your Wine on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/Stop Wasting Your Wine on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@StopWastingYourWineThe Stop Wasting Your Wine Websitehttps://stopwastingyourwine.com/Chapters00:00 – Episode Intro02:20 – Comparing Langhe and Barbaresco06:21 – Intro to the Wine08:15 – First Pour Reactions10:45 – Smooth but Structured16:28 – Wine Drops: The Barbaresco Story19:10 – Aging Rules That Shape Style23:00 – Tasting Notes in Focus27:13 – Final Review: Must Share Moments29:55 – A Wine Worth Hunting Down31:19 – Great Minds Drink Alike36:30 – Wrap-Up and Barolo Teaser
This week, your Wine Guides head back to Piedmont for the start of a new mini-series on Nebbiolo. The journey kicks off with the 2022 Langhe Nebbiolo from Cantine Povero. A $20 bottle that proves great wine doesn’t have to be expensive.Colin, Joel, and Aaron dig into what makes Langhe the “value heart” of Piedmont, explore the difference between DOC and DOCG wines, and share their first impressions of this honest, fruit-forward red. Expect fresh cherry, pomegranate, and Italian herbs with the right balance of tannin and acidity.Plus, stay tuned for their conversation with Lucrezia Povero, who shares her family’s 200-year winemaking story, their organic approach, and how she’s bringing new energy to a historic estate.Learn More About Cantine Poverohttps://cantinepovero.com/en/Connect with Cantine Povero on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/cantinepovero/Connect With Lucrezia on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/lucreziapovero/Check Out Lucrezia's Project with Her Sisters Cascina Vengore!https://www.cascinavengore.it/Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you!Stop Wasting Your Wine on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/Stop Wasting Your Wine on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@StopWastingYourWineThe Stop Wasting Your Wine Websitehttps://stopwastingyourwine.com/
Tired of guessing which wine to buy? We were too. That’s why Colin, Joel, and Aaron set out to make a wine podcast that actually helps you drink better wine. Each episode features an honest wine review, a bit of wine education, and plenty of laughs along the way. We keep things casual, skip the snobbery (except for Colin's occasional wine nerd moment), and focus on what really matters: finding wines worth your time and money. Whether you're new to wine or just looking for a more approachable way in, you’re in good company here. Pour a glass and join the conversation!
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