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If there’s one thing I’ve noticed about wine drinkers, it’s the fact that we all tend to appreciate a good cup of Joe as well. Yep, coffee and wine to pair pretty fine, but what if you mixed the two together in the same glass? Hmmm. Well, today’s... more

William Carter had what many would consider the dream job… Executive Chef for nearly 29 years at the fabled Playboy Mansion. It was nearly three decades of preparing sumptuous foods and choosing sensational wines for the rich, chic,... more

The trouble with smart phone apps is that they tend to be awfully gimmicky… Not really delivering on their promises. However, when you hear what the brain trust over at Next Glass has come up with for wine lovers, your jaw will drop so low... more

This week’s show sets the record straight on the subject of wine turning to vinegar with vinegar experts Cari and Craig Clark, owners of Chaparral Gardens Vinegars. In the segment, David downs more than a dozen tastes of vinegar while... more

Michael Houlihan and Bonnie Harvey were trying to help a friend collect a debt. What transpired is truly unimaginable! Neither Michael nor Bonnie knew much about wine… but they understood consumers better than 99% of the population.... more

Plus, a Head’s up on the Biggest Chardonnay Bash in America! These days, there’s a pretty strong connection between celebrity and wine… from those who alternate from stage to vineyard, to those who leverage their celebrity in even... more

It seems like just yesterday that we aired our first episode of Grape Encounters Radio. But six years and 300 episodes later, we’ve covered an amazing amount of ground and number of topics, so, in celebration of hitting the big 300,... more

Domaine Porto Carras is unquestionably one of the most luxurious wine regions in the entire world. It is home to some of the world’s oldest wine varietals AND lavish resorts, stunning beaches and a marina to the rich and famous. Yliana Stengou... more

Meet the Winemakers of Naoussa , Greece for a Very Special One-on-One! As the newly appointed US Ambassador to the Wines of Naoussa, Greece, David has been touring with some of the very best winemakers from that region.... more

How Greed and Legal Maneuvering Threaten the Good Name of the Conscientious Winemaking Community as it Celebrates Sustainability and Best Practices You may never hear host David Wilson this outraged again as he... more

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