If you like wine and want to know just a little bit more about wine without being overwhelmed by nerdy information, this podcast is the right place for you!

On this introductory episode, you'll learn:

• Just who the heck we are (we're Bridget and Nick and we're excited to be hosting this podcast!)
• Why we are releasing this podcast in addition to our weekly Dinner Plus Drinks podcast.
• What you can expect in each episode.

Wine 201 will be released in seasons, giving you the information you need to feel confident about a particular wine subject by the time the season is over. This season, we're digging into red Bordeaux grape varietals, that is grapes that were originally grown in Bordeaux, France and then have thrived elsewhere.

Each episode features an interview with an expert on a specific grape and provides information about the grape and wine making, as well as the story behind the guest's winery and their personal wine journey. We have a diverse and fun group of guests lined up for this season that'll give you a variety of viewpoints on wine - we enjoyed talking to them, and we think you'll like listening to them!

In addition to this podcast, we're on social media posting what we're drinking, wineries we love, regions you should check out, and lots more. You can follow us on Facebook or Instagram, just click the links or search for Wine 201 Podcast.

We're hosting a Wine 201 Taste and Talk at Simple Café in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin on Friday, October 29th. If you going, you'll be able to try wines from each of the wineries we interviewed for this series, snack on food, and meet Bridget and Nick! Visit this link to get your tickets. 

Thanks for joining - all the episodes are released, so dig in and enjoy!

Bridget & Nick

When it comes to Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Staglin Family Vineyard is one of the best. To learn more about Cabernet Sauvignon, we were joined on the podcast by Amber Mihna, the Global Trade Sales Director at Staglin Family, and a fellow Wisconsinite.

Amber is one of the best wine educators and advocates for drinking wine that we've ever met. She was the perfect person to help us learn some basic facts about wine, wine production, and Napa Valley. From there, she helped us narrow down what it is about Cabernet Sauvignon that so many people like and how you can make sure you fine a great bottle for yourself.

If you liked what you heard and you're interested in learning more about Staglin Family Vineyard, their incredible philanthropy, or purchasing wine directly from them, please visit their website.

If you'd like to purchase bottles for delivery and support the podcast you can use these links:

• Staglin 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
• Salus 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon

For more wine tips, suggestions, and updates, you can follow us on social media! Search for Wine 201 Podcast, or click these links:

• Wine 201 Facebook
• Wine 201 Instagram

We're hosting a Wine 201 Taste and Talk at Simple Café in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin on Friday, October 29th. If you going, you'll be able to try wines from each of the wineries we interviewed for this series, snack on food, and meet Bridget and Nick! Visit this link to get your tickets. 

Thanks for listening - cheers!

Bridget & Nick

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When you say "Cabernet" you probably are thinking of Cabernet Sauvignon, not its genetic parent - Cabernet Franc. You may not have even known Cabernet Franc was a grape - but fear not, know you're going to discover the OG Cabernet and also get to know an emerging wine region all at the same time.

To learn about Cabernet Franc, we headed to the East Coast and talked with Bruce Murray, owner of Boundary Breaks winery in Finger Lakes, New York. Bruce helped us understand why New York is doing an incredible job with this often overlooked grape, and why you should try Cabernet Franc.

If you're interested in visiting Boundary Breaks, joining their wine club (it's a phenomenal offer), or purchasing rare bottles directly from them, please visit their website.

If you'd like to purchase bottles for delivery and support the podcast you can use these links:

• Boundary Breaks Cabernet Franc
• Boundary Breaks No. 198 Reserve Riesling
• Boundary Breaks No. 239 Riesling

For more wine tips, suggestions, and updates, you can follow us on social media! Search for Wine 201 Podcast, or click these links:

• Wine 201 Facebook
• Wine 201 Instagram

We're hosting a Wine 201 Taste and Talk at Simple Café in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin on Friday, October 29th. If you going, you'll be able to try wines from each of the wineries we interviewed for this series, snack on food, and meet Bridget and Nick! Visit this link to get your tickets. 

Thanks for listening - cheers!

Bridget & Nick

*We may receive an affiliate commission if you make a purchase using our links.