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Why I chose it: 

- How can they do it at this price? I guess the answer is “volume” but this wine is technically very good indeed. 

- Rose has become a popular choice in recent years 

- 2023 was a good Marlborough vintage 

What does it taste like? 

- Moderately deep-hued rose (A lot of people prefer paler Rosé but they should remember “the deeper the colour the richer the flavour” in an off-dry style with crushed raspberry and candy floss flavours. Quite intense with a refreshing cut of bright acidity and a lingering finish. A real crowd-pleaser. 

Why it’s a bargain: 

- It’s very price-friendly 

- I gave it a good score at a blind tasting. If I’d had to guess a price it would have been over $20 

Where can you buy it? 

- Countdown $13 (check the vintage), Blackmarket.co.nz case of six bottles $77.94 (equ. $12.99 + Frt) 

Food match? 

- I like “pink foods” such as prawns, crayfish or scampi 

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In this episode, sommelier Grace Hood joins Robert Tas to demystify the wine list of the Buddakan, an Asian-fusion restaurant, and explore the wines that complement Asian food. Choosing a wine to work with Asian food always presents a dilemma for the discerning diner, but Grace explains which wines work, what they work with, and why they do.

Wines reviewed include:

•  2020 Riesling Kabinett, Egon Müller Mosel, Germany
• 2016 Jonata Syrah 2016, Central Coast, California
• 2020 Spätlese Reisling from Selbach-Oster Mosel, Germany

 For more information on today’s episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Grace Hood, wine educator and certified sommelier, and Robert Tas review the wine list at Jeune et Jolie in San Diego. This restaurant offers diners a choice of a 4-course menu in which guests make their selections, but ultimately enjoy fine dining California style, or the more casual, "Le Menu du Bar” an à la carte menu available for walk-in guests at our bar and lounge. Whether you prefer casual or formal, the wine list offers a quality selection of bottles to choose from. Grace lets her inner Francophile loose as she reviews a fabulous selection of French wines from bubbles to white Bordeaux and beautiful, bold reds. 

 Wines reviewed include:

 2015 Blanc de Noir Marie Courtin, France

• 2018 Meursault from Buisson Battault, France

• 2012 Grand Cru Pauillac from Pontet Canet, France

For more information on today’s episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Grant Wood, wine educator and certified sommelier, and Robert Tas visit Ancora. If seafood is on your mind, this is the restaurant for you. Ancora is focused on seafood and is influenced by Italy.

You could even go as far as to say this restaurant pays homage to the bounty of the ocean, and the wine list has been specifically curated to work with the seafood dishes. Grant talks bubbles and whites, and a few great reds that go with seafood.

Wines reviewed include:

●  2016 Caraccioli Brut Cuvee

●  2021 Do Ferreiro from Val do Salnes in Rias Baixas

●  2021 Arnot-Roberts rose of Touriga Nacional

For more information on today’s episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Michaela Quinlan, certified sommelier, and Robert Tas explore a fabulous selection of Italian wines at Carisma. Known as one of Toronto’s best Italian restaurants, Carisma offers an extensive wines-by-the-glass list. The list focuses on Italian wines from various regions but also offers favorites from the New World. If you are looking for a beautiful wine to enjoy as an aperitif or to pair with shellfish and fried seafood, or if you are a fan of bold, savory reds, Michaela has identified a fine selection of wines to pair well with the delicious Italian dishes on the menu. 

Wines reviewed include:

• 2019 Feudi di San Gregorio,  Fiano Di Avellino, Campania

• 2011 Tenuta Cavelier Pepe Opera, Taurasi

• 2013 Lungarotti Rubesco Riserva, Vigna Monticchio, Umbria 

For more information on today’s episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

 Maria Valetta, wine educator, and certified sommelier, also known as Maria the Wine Blonde, interviews Beverage Program Director Tim Keller at Naxos Taverna at Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa in Las Vegas. talks about his experience in the hospitality industry, how he first became interest in wine, and his enterprising journey from waiter to restauranteur, and finally, how he was hired at Naxos Taverna. Tim talks about how he chooses wine for the wine list to introduce patrons to Greek wines and wines that pair well with Greek food. He reviews several special bottles, including wines from Macedonia, and a few alternatives to popular favorites such as sauvignon blanc or pinot grigio to help wine lovers find a few new favorites and expand their wine knowledge.

For more information on today’s episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

In this special episode of CorkRules, Robert Tas interviews Allison Luvera and Lauren De Niro Pipher, the co-founders and CEOs of Juliet, a company that is turning perceptions of boxed wine upside down and delivering quality wine in sustainable, and accessible packaging.   They talk about the unique design choices they have made, how they overcame the stigma surrounding the quality of boxed wine, and why they got into the business in the first place. They also discuss the quality of wine, including orange wines, and the longevity of wine due to the packaging.

 Topics discussed include:

• The inspiration behind the design

• The innovative, sustainable packaging

• The premium quality of their wine, including appellations and varietals

For more information on today’s episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Grace Hood, wine educator and certified sommelier, and Robert Tas navigate the wine list at  Larkspur, set in a glorious location, this mountain venue is set on the edge of a forest and provides panoramic views. Grace reviews a wide selection of wines and kicks off the review with bubbles. 

Wines reviewed include:

• 2017 Pierre Gimonet Premier Cru

• 2019 Brundlmayer Gruner Veltliner

• 2005 Clerc Milon from Bordeaux

For more information on today’s episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Sam Hohl, certified sommelier, joins Robert Tas to review the wine list at Barbuto, an Italian restaurant heavily influenced by California vibes. The menu is simple and seasonal, and the wine list features an eclectic selection of Italian, French, and California wines, amongst other lesser-known varietals from all over the world. Sam dives in, finds a few hidden gems, and makes stellar pairing suggestions to help tantalize the taste buds.

Wines reviewed include:

• 2018 Vigneti Luigi Oddero e Figli “La Morra” from Barbera d’Alba
• 2018 Lieu Dit, Sauvignon Blanc from the Santa Ynez Valley
• 2019 Feudo Montoni “Lagnusa”, Nero d'Avola

For more information on today’s episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Hanna Lauerman,  General Manager of Haley.Henry Wine Bar and Robert Tas review the wine list at Haley Henry. This popular wine bar has an intimate and bohemian vibe and a stellar wine list. They made the semi-finalist list for the 2020 James Beard “Outstanding Wine Program” award, and they focus on responsibly sourced and natural, small-production wines, so you know exploring this list is going to be an adventure. Hanna points out the must-try little-known wines, shares a little background information on the producers and regions,  introduces an orange wine from Greece, and a punk rock Pet Nat.

Wines reviewed include:

• The Bodegas Albamar Albarino, Spain
• The Koukos Sidiritis Orange Wine, Greece
• The Forlorn Hope Abandoned Bicycle, California

For more information on today’s episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Robert Tas interviews wine educator, sommelier, and author Jane Lopes about her new book, Vignette: Stories of Life and Wine. Jane talks about her journey from studying Renaissance literature to becoming a master sommelier and wine author. Jane recommends the 100 bottles of wine (and some spirits and beers) that are affordable, accessible, and will expand your wine journey. The book also gives a complete palate education of the important styles, grapes, regions, and flavors.

You can buy Jane’s book Vignette: Stories of Life and Wine in 100 Bottles on Amazon. 

For more information on today’s episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Grant Wood, wine educator and certified sommelier, and Robert Tas review the wine list at Sprezzatura, a laid-back but wholly elegant  Italian restaurant in the heart of downtown San Francisco.   Grant kicks off with a review of their creative cocktail menu before moving on to bubbles that will delight your guest, and on to the wines to elevate your dining experience. 

Wines reviewed include:

• Ca’del Bosco Franciacorta, Lombardy

• Frappatto by Valle Dell’acate, Sicilia

• Rosato de Narello Mascalese by Graci,  Mt. Etna

For more information on today’s episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Maria Valetta, wine educator, and certified sommelier, and Robert Tas head to Las Vegas where they review the wine list at Skybar in the Waldorf Astoria. High above the Las Vegas Strip, the 23rd-floor SkyBar is the place to enjoy a superb selection of wine while enjoying the unforgettable views.

Wines reviewed include:

• Lucien Crochet Sancerre, a sauvignon blanc, France

• Chalk Hill Chardonnay, Sonoma County

• Orin Swift “Eight Years in the Desert” Zinfandel, Napa Valley 

For more information on today’s episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

The San Francisco Giants are an American professional baseball team based in San Francisco. They compete in Major League Baseball as a member club of the National League West division and thousands of Giants fans attend their games to watch the sport, and now they can also enjoy a glass or two of top-quality wines while watching the game. That’s right, a wine list curated by master sommelier Evan Goldstein.

Topics discussed include:

• Bringing wine into the sports arena

• Top sports celebrities who have entered the wine business

• Upcoming events

For more information on today’s episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Michaela Quinlan, certified sommelier, and Robert Tas review an interesting selection of wines at Waypoint, a restaurant with a unique and creative menu and a wine list that offers a few surprises in addition to those well-known and well-loved bottles. Michaela identifies pairing notes in a range of wines from Slovenia, stand-out Greek wines, and organic and biodynamic wines from Washington State. 

Wines reviewed include:

• 2020 Enderle & Moll, Muller Thurgau, Germany

• 2020 Thymiopoulus “Young Vines” Xinomavro, Greece

• 2020 Krasno Malvasia Blend from the western edge of Slovenia

For more information on today’s episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Maria Valetta, wine educator, and certified sommelier, and Robert Tas review the wine list at Bardot Brasserie, a lavishly elegant restaurant where, as Chef Michael Mina explains "Every detail of BARDOT Brasserie was designed to transport guests to a café along the Champs-Élysées in the 1920s. Maria recommends some bubbles by-the-glass if you’re feeling constrained, and by-the-bottle if you're all in, she also offers pairing suggestions and a little background info on producers.

 Wines reviewed include:

• Lucien Albrecht, Crémant De Alsace Rosé,  Alsace, France 

• Cristom, Chardonnay,  Eola-Amity Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon 

• Greg Linn “Howling”, Syrah Arroyo Grande Valley, California

For more information on today’s episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Grace Hood, wine educator and certified sommelier, and Robert Tas visit Ceconni’s in West Hollywood. This is a modern-day classic Italian restaurant that serves hand-made pasta, seafood and dishes from Italy using the finest ingredients. Their wine list offers a wide selection of Italian wines that range from wonderful finds in the value section to some nice special occasion bottles.

 Wines reviewed include:

• 2018 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
• 2019 Gary Farrell Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley
• 2012 Veuve Clicquot Grande Dame Champagne

 For more information on today’s episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.