Thursday, May 26, 2011

5/27-Michael Jordan talks with Andrew Apodaca and Dick Calafato



Andrew Apo
daca, Host of What's Cookin on Wine - Oregon Report and Partner/General Manager Dick Calafato will discuss their winery Pyrenees Vineyard and Winery and it's award winning wines. They will also discuss the rapidly growing Southern Oregon wine region and their latest winery purchase as well as their plans for the future. It's location on the scenic Umpqua River makes this winery a destination that will delight all your senses.

Apodaca family’s commitment to the superb quality of their wines is evident in its excellent quality and distinction. Pyrenees Vineyard and Winery pulls many of its influences from the Basque country of northern Spain where the Apodaca’s Heritage was originated. Pyrenees Vineyard and Cellars brings to you their many varietals of wines from the finest Oregon grapes influenced by the textures of the rich soil, the abundant vegetation and mild climate of the Umpqua Valley.

Pyrenees Vineyard and Cellars sets along the South Umpqua River surrounded by 30 acres of lush grapes and rolling hillside. You will find sitting out on the vineyard’s deck overlooking the river extraordinary, while you take pleasure in one of our indescribable wines. Come walk through our long rows of beautifully intertwined grape vines and smell the aromas in the earth and wind that you find as welcoming on your palate as you take each sip of our Vino.

At Pyrenees Vineyard and Cellars we have a wonderful group of people who will welcome you as old friends and take you through our majestic wine selection. A place where relationships are created that last life times and memories will be made that last through-out countless generations!

Thursday, May 19, 2011

5/20-Michael Jordan talks to Juliette McCourt

Juliette McCourt - Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne
Created in 1976 by Mr. Nicolas Feuillatte, this dynamic young brand has quickly grown to become the #1 top-
selling Champagne in France and one of the top Champagne producers worldwide, with an international presence in more than 90 countries. In 1986, the brand was purchased by the Centre Vinicole, and with the support of its 5,000 wine growers, now benefits from an extensive and rich supply of quality grapes, representing 7% of all Champagne produced.
Nicolas Feuillatte has created one of the largest ranges of Champagnes available, including its classic wines (Brut "Blue Label', Brut Rosé,Blanc de Blancs Vintage and Brut Vintage), as well as specialty cuvées like Cuvée 225, Cuvée Spéciale, single Grand Cru wines and the prestige cuvée Palmes d'Or Champagne!
Together, this collection of wines have made Nicolas Feuillatte a recognized choice in top restaurants, luxury hotels and trendy venues worldwide.


Friday, May 13, 2011

5/13-Michael Horn talks with Matt Viotto & Neil McNally

Check out pictures from this broadcast: http://rocksugarreport.blogspot.com/p/pics.html!


Matt Viotto - Talbott Vineyards
Talbott Vineyards is an estate winery that grows & produces world-class Chardonnay & Pinot Noir from two of Monterey County’s grand cru sites: our Diamond T Vineyard in Carmel Valley & our legendary Sleepy Hollow Vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands. Guided by founder Robb Talbott & renowned winemaker Dan Karlsen, these all-estate wines have gained a reputation for their lushness, elegance & great aging potential, and have become benchmarks of quality on the Central Coast.



Rosenthal – The Malibu Estate vineyards are six miles from the world-renowned beaches, at over 1,500 feet elevation in a sun-kissed valley. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Meritage, and Chardonnay are produced from the 29-acres of vineyards on our estate in Malibu – Newton Canyon. George Rosenthal's commitment is to continue defining world-class wines from his unique Malibu estate, while constantly seeking new heights of excellence.

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

5/6-Michael Jordan talks to Lorenzo Mottola

Live from Hi Time Wine Cellars

Lorenzo will be bringing the following wines to taste and discuss for the show.



Antinori Bad Passig Chianti RSV 06
Antinori Bramito Del CRV(CHRD)08/9
Antinori Guado Al Tasso 06
Antinori Guado Tasso Bruciato 08
Antinori Guado Tasso Vermentino 09
Antinori Peppoli Chianti Class 08
Antinori Santa Cristina Sang 07/08
Antinori Tignanello 07
Antinori Villa Toscana Red 07
Antinori Marchese Chianti Cl RSV06

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is the ‘String’. Our collection of estate wineries are the ‘Pearls.’ We call this our ‘String of Pearls,’ describing a collection of estate wineries whose vineyards produce some of the best wines in the world.