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David Kohl is a wine importer with a passion for video story telling. In this podcast series, he highlights the global wine spectrum : Bordeaux’s majestic grand cru classe wine estates, Burgundy’s elegant offerings and an international array of value based, budget-friendly selections. Tune in to be entertained & educated about the captivating world of wine. #wine #winepodcast #bordeauxwine #burgundywine #italianwine #winetravel #redwine #whitewine
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David Kohl visits the newly restored Peacock Alley Hotel Bar ay NYC’s iconic Waldorf Astoria Hotel. Holiday decor is glorious, and the wine list features by-the-glass gems like this mineral rich golden Chablis produced by Drouhin Vaudon, to pair with our hearty bar bites selection of beef fat fries. #wine #winepodcast #waldorfastoria #nycholidays #…
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David Kohl was excited to review the wine list at Peacock Alley, Waldorf Astoria’s newly re-launched hotel lobby lounge. What a wonderful surprise to find Bordeaux’s iconic Chateau Margaux’s 3rd wine offered by-the-glass : “Margaux du Chateau Margaux” a truly exquisite selection that provided a new tasting discovery for David, because the vineyard …
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Review of Today’s Wine News with David Kohl November 2025
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David Kohl visits Insignia Steakhouse on Long Island, where the excellent wine list includes by the glass pours of iconic Napa selections such as this 2022 Joseph Phelps offering. What a perfect pairing for a 16 oz Australian Wagyu Ribeye. This is a terrific place to celebrate a special occasion. #wine #winepodcast #napacabernet #winelover #wagyuri…
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Today’s wine trade is very much interested in the younger generation of drinkers, and is producing low alcohol brands to appeal to a broader audience. Traditional White Bordeaux is 12% alcohol content but today we taste a Sauvignon Blanc @ only 6% from Tutiac wine cooperative in Bordeaux’s Blaye region. A nose of strong citrus tones is fresh and ap…
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While Prosecco has long been a dominant force in the marketplace, Italy produces a vast range of sparkling wine including Spumante. David Kohl had the pleasure of tasting a crisp + citrusy Spumante with notes of honeycomb, orange blossom & ginger known as “ Olmo” upon meeting Antonio Fontana who now runs his family’s historic wine estate Tenuta Fon…
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Burgundy's region of Pernand Vergelesses is situated less than 2 miles from prestigious Aloxe Corton, producing sumptuous Pinot Noir offerings that are perfect pairings for an Autumn picnic of artisan cheese. #wine #winepodcast #wineandcheese #winelover #burgundywine #pernandvergelesses #pinotnoir #aloxecorton…
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Julien Queytens is a 6th generation winemaker at his family's Bordeaux vineyard : Chateau Grand Peyruchet. Today he presents a varietal unique to the region as 100% Cabernet Sauvignon grown in a highly mineral terroir infused with stone soils. #wine #winepodcast #bordeauxwine #cabernetsauvignon #loupiac #redwine #terroir #mineralterroir…
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David Kohl introduces Clemence Medeville, winemaker at Chateau Bel Air in Bordeaux's region of St. Croix du Mont. Today we discover a dry white wine produced from 100% Semillon grapes, what a surprisingly unique flavor profile for this barrel aged offering that features notes of toasted brioche. #wine #winepodcast #winelover #bordeauxwine #winetrav…
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Continuing his Bordeaux vineyard tour, David Kohl meets with Catherine Boyer, who operates her family's historic wine estate Chateau du Cros in the region known as Loupiac. With rising prices in Sauternes, it is a pleasure to rediscover value. centric sweet wines here in Loupiac. #wine #winepodcast #winelover #bordeauxwine #loupiac #loupiacwine #ch…
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David Kohl visits Chateau des Matards in Bordeaux's Cotes de Blaye region, tasting their Cremant de Bordeaux produced from Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Elegant packaging adds to the impressive experience. #wine #winepodcast #sparklingwine #bordeauxwine #cotesdeblaye #sauvignonblanc #chateaudesmatards #cremantdebordeaux…
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During his visit to Chateau Robin's 2025 Bordeaux Harvest, David Kohl meets with proprietor Thomas Heymans to learn about the wine production process, necessary steps in creating memorable Merlot & Malbec varietals. #wine #winepodcast #wineproduction #bordeauxwine #merlot #malbec #winery #grapecrushKirjoittanut David Kohl
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David Kohl interviews the renowned husband/ wife proprietor team at St. Emilion's historic Chateau Laniote : Florence & Arnaud de la Filofolie. We learn that their prime harvest conditions arrived a bit early this year in 2025 due to weather activity. And in keeping with tradition, it is hopeful that the 2025 vintage ending in number "5" carries th…
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David Kohl is thrilled to visit Bordeaux's historic Chateau Robin, as owners Jan Thienpont & Thomas Heymans prepare for their 2025 Harvest. Cousins Jan & Thomas have cultivated an organic vineyard operation, and eagerly await proper ripening of their cabernet grapes. #wine #winepodcast #wineharvest #bordeauxwine #bordeauxwineharvest #2025bordeauxwi…
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Nearby to the white wine haven of Chablis, there is a little-known satellite region of Burgundy known as Bourgogne Epineuil that produces an elegant range of Pinot Noir offerings. Today we taste a selection from the winegrowing estate of Dominique Gruhier, paired with a honey- glazed roasted duck. #wine #winepodcast #pinotnoir #burgundywine #bourgo…
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What a perfect pairing in the $25 range for a grilled steak with earthy mushrooms : 2016 Chateau Lafond, a rich 100% Merlot varietal from Bordeaux’s Canon Fronsac region. Canon Fronsac is acclaimed for its treasured clay-limestone soil composition, producing wines with complex minerality. #wine #winepodcast #bordeauxwine #canonfronsac #merlot #aged…
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Along Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast, a thriving wine region produces spice toned offerings from native grape Plavac Mali. Situated on The Adriatic Sea across from Italy’s Abruzzo region, it is said that Croatian grapevines transported to Abruzzo evolved into Primitivo varietals. In time, those Primitivo vines migrated to Northern California which gave …
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David Kohl pays tribute to Denis Dubourdieu, who passed away in 2016, and was widely regarded as France’s Sauvignon Blanc “Purist” with a particular expertise in White Bordeaux. Bordeaux’s clay & limestone terroir provides the perfect environment for Sauvignon Blanc to thrive. #winepodcast #wine #bordeauxwine #sauvignonblanc #denisdubourdieu #white…
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For a perfect cheese course pairing, we recommend Soyeux d’Hiver dessert wine, produced from Petit Manseng grapes, to accompany a creamy French blue cheese. #wine #winepodcast #wineandcheese #frenchbluecheese #petitmansengKirjoittanut David Kohl
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Downtown Seattle’s Le Pichet bistro is cutting edge, carrying a rare red wine varietal on I it’s by the glass list : Marselan, a hybrid Cabernet/ Grenache grape produces rich + deep offerings characterized by spice notes & dried fruits. #wine #winepodcast #downtownseattle #seattlewinelist #marselan #hybridgrape #winelist…
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Le Pichet bistro in Downtown Seattle features a fresh + tasty appetizer of smoked salmon atop a goat cheese toast, and we pair this dish with a white wine blend produced by Languedoc estate Mas de Daumas Gassac. This unique selection is comprised of Sauvignon Blanc, Grenache Blanc + Rolle. #wine #winepodcast #whitewineblend #smokedsalmonappetizer #…
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We recently had the pleasure of tasting a range of quite interesting French Wines imported by Olivier Rochelois of “Le Petit Monde” based in Portland, Oregon. Today we highlight a uniquely refreshing white wine blend of Chenin Blanc & Chardonnay known as ‘Exile’ from an artisinal Loire Valley vineyard. It’s always exciting to see a boutique import …
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Today we visit The Corliss Family’s wine estate in Friday Harbor : San Juan Vineyards. Island~grown grape Madeleine Angevine has roots in the Loire Valley, but produces a crisp & stylish white wine here in Pacific NW with notes of honeycomb and a long finish. #wine #winepodcast #fridayharbor #sanjuanvineyards #madeleineangevine #uniquewhitewine…
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When visiting Friday Harbor in Washington State’s San Juan Islands be sure to stop for lunch at Downriggers for a fabulous “Salmon Reuben” paired with a rose wine known as Afterglow, produced by The Corliss Family’s San Juan Island vineyard. #wine #winepodcast #fridayharbor #corlissvineyards #sanjuanislands #pacificsalmon #reuben #salmonreuben…
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‘Just for the Halibut’ we pan seared a wild caught Pacific NW filet and paired it with a local Pinot Gris with notes of passionfruit & lychee from Madrone Cellars, based in Washington State’s Naches Heights AVA. Enjoying the good life here in Friday Harbor where Madrone Cellars operates a lively tasting room. #wine #winepodcast #pinotgris #washingt…
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Barnard Griffin the esteemed winemaker in Washington State has created “Dodo” brand red wine,a blend primarily of Counoise which is a wine grape approaching extinction. Hence the interplay with the iconic Dodo Bird. But savvy winemakers realize that Counoise has the ability to resist drought which is of remarkable value during today’s challenged cl…
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Madrone Vineyards in Washington State also runs a happening wine bar in Friday Harbor, San Juan Islands. Today we taste their superb 100% Pinot Meunier Sparkling Wine and pair it with a scrumptious hummus & tapenade board. Dried apricots, floral notes and a great beading lift this selection to memorable heights. #wine #winepodcast #fridayharbor #wi…
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Starla’s Wine Bar outside of Seattle features a unique selection of organic & natural wine along with artisan crafted pizza. Tonight we pair a Barbera d’Asti from Italy’s Piedmont region with a marvelous specialty pizza topped with fennel sausage & poblano peppers. #winepodcast #winebar #italianwine #barberawine #redwine #artisanpizza #organicwine…
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Outside of Seattle in Bellingham, WA we visit a fabulous wine bar : Starla’s which features organic & natural wines + a limited but artisan selection of food. Tonight we taste a unique white wine blend of Macabeu, Rolle & Carignan Blanc produced in France’s Catalanes region nearby to the Spanish border and we pair this offering with a delicious “bu…
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David Kohl thinks the great thing about visiting a wine producing state like Washington is the ability to visit local vineyards that depend on walk-in tourism for tasting events. Unlike commercial brands found nationally on retail shelves, most Washington State wines are locally consumed, like this elegant Chardonnay from Samson Estates in the Colu…
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Here we are outside of Seattle in Bellingham, WA at an eclectic foodie village made entirely of shipping containers. Talk about unique, and to continue that theme we taste a unique white wine from German grape varietal Siegerrebe produced at a Washington State vineyard in Puget Sound. #winepodcast #wine #winelover #pugetsound #siegerrebe #portalcon…
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What could be a better pairing for a tailgate at Giants Meadowlands stadium than an Italian Sub Sandwich along with Chianti Classico named for Giusseppe Verrazzano ? After all, we did cross the Verrazzano Bridge to get here to the stadium ! #wine #winepodcast #chianti #chianticlassico #italianwine #verrazzanobridge #verrazzano #tailgate #giantsstad…
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Time now for our main event at Tellers Steakhouse on Long Island : 12 ounce Filet Mignon paired with a fabulous 2018 offering from Bordeaux's Haut Medoc region : Chateau Caronne St. Gemme. This renowned vineyard has been run by some of Bordeaux's most notable names. The Borie family of Ducru Beaucalliou fame who operated the estate since 1900 (alon…
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Here on Long Island, David Kohl enjoys a meaty crab cake at Tellers Steakhouse. Paired with a chilled glass of Sancerre, this is a perfect way to begin a special evening out on the town. #wine #winepodcast #winelover #sancerre #crabcake #longislandfoodie #tellersislip #tellerssteakhouse #whitewine #islipmainstreet…
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Here at “ Chez Kohl” we are thrilled to enjoy our dinner of Chilean Sea Bass & Black Truffle risotto paired with a unique Chardonnay offering from Chablis’ neighbor known as Chitry. We had the pleasure of meeting the amazing young husband + wife proprietors of Domaine Angst during a recent visit to France. What a perfect pairing for a summer evenin…
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Today we highlight the perfect 6 pack of 1982 Chateau Lafite Rothschild that we have secured directly from an impeccable cellar in Bordeaux. Please hit the comment button to learn more about our ability to help you build an investment grade wine portfolio. David & Kamal #wineinvestor #bordeauxinvestor #1982lafite #chateaulafite #chateaulafiterothsc…
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Summer is the perfect time to grill a burger with bacon & mushrooms to pair with a Bordeaux offering from Canon Fronsac region. What a classic combo ! Hope all are enjoying their special summertime, Cheers. #winepodcast #bordeauxwine #bordeauxburger #canonfronsac #winepairing #backyard #redwineKirjoittanut David Kohl
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When in Downtown Portland Oregon, a worthy wine destination is Jake’s Steakhouse based in the historic Sentinel Hotel., complete with stunning murals of the regions early settlers and native culture. Local vineyards are featured by-the-glass including this wonderful Pinot Noir offering from The Four Graces wine estate in The Willamette Valley. #win…
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We are here at the beach on Long Island to enjoy a chilled Rose Wine from Austria that was historically produced by Cistercien Monks dating back to The 11th Century. The castle grounds of the vineyard estate have been praised by none other than Food & Wine Magazine. As the grandest in Austria. Summer peaches are the perfect compliment to this wonde…
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It's been such a hot summer here in NY but what better way to beat the heat than to enjoy a chilled rose wine from Austria here at the beach a highly recommended activity, especially if paired with a juicy summer peach. #wine #winepodcast #rosewine #austrianwine #beachwine #winepairingsKirjoittanut David Kohl
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The vast array of Italy’s indigenous wine grapes leads us today to a Trebbiano selection from Umbria. Umbria is best known for its Grechetto white wine grape so it is indeed a discovery to taste this DOC Trebbiano varietal grown at a vineyard nearby to the renowned art destination of Spoleto. While most consumers are familiar only with Pinot Grigio…
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While Chateau Lafite Rothschild itself does not produce a white wine varietal, the Bordeaux estate owned by The Rothschild Family known as Chateau Paradis Casseuil offers a blend of Sauvignon Blanc & Semillon that delivers top value at a price range under $20. Today we taste the 2024 vintage and find it to be an impressive / food friendly experienc…
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Here at The Lakehouse in Bay Shore NY @ the Fire Island Ferry, David Kohl pairs his Pan Seared Sea Scallops with a refreshing White Bordeaux. This is such an enjoyable summer experience. #winepodcast #winelover #whitebordeaux #bayshoreny #seascallops #longislandfoodieKirjoittanut David Kohl
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As Virgil Sollozzo would say : " Try the Veal".... At GIO Restaurant in Atlantic Beach, NY we are drawn to the gigantic Veal Chop smothered in Mushroom Marsala sauce with melted mozzarella. And we pair this entree with a wonderful Carpineto Super Tuscan. #winepodcast #redwine #italianwine #supertuscan #longislandny #atlanticbeachny#virgilsollozzo #…
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Here at GIO Restaurant in Atlantic Beach, we pair the perfect summer wine of “Gavi” with a delicious clams oregenata appetizer garnished with a squeeze of lemon juice. Gavi is produced from the Cortese white wine grape which is native to Italy’s region of Piedmont. What a perfect summer experience. #winepodcast #winelover #gaviwine #italianwhitewin…
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At Rothmann’s Steakhouse on Long Island, Sean Gantner has assembled a tremendous wine list packed with value. Tonight we select a 2019 Pomerol priced at the value level of $90 : Chateau L’Enclos. This awesome Bordeaux selection delivers a perfect complement to our Gorgonzola crusted filet Mignon served with carmelized onions and sautéed mushrooms. …
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Back again at Rothmann's Steakhouse on Long Island with our Half-Bottle of 2019 Bordeaux Pichon Comtesse : what a perfect pairing with the menu appetizer choice of Smoked Applewood Bacon glazed with maple-soy. A wonderful experience ! #winepodcast #wine #winelover #rothmannssteakhouse #applewoodbacon #2019bordeaux…
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Here at Rothmann's Steakhouse on the North Shore of Long Island, David Kohl marvels at the quality of the wine list assembled by Sean Gantner, in particular the awesome list of half-bottles. Half-Bottles allow diners to enjoy perhaps more than one special offering during the evening. Half-Bottles age faster and thus can be consumed at a younger sta…
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A true ‘bang for the buck’ is this $10 rich red wine selection from Hungary called Bulls Blood. With a name that honors the soldiers who defended Hungary during the 16th Century Ottoman Invasion, the offering features native grape Kekfrankos blended with several other red wine grapes including Merlot & Cabernet. Full of spice tone and dark fruits, …
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