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Kermit Lynch Wine Merchants!

On this episode Luke from Kermit Lynch Wine Merchants joins Ali to talk about all things Kermit Lynch. Learn more about their wines here! Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant's Wine [https://kermitlynch.com/our-wines/] TEXT the word "WINE" to 805.424.8568 to get all the latest updates! If you are in wine country stop in and visit us.  We are located at 624 S. Main Street, Templeton, CA.  You can also visit us online at http://www.15degreescwines.com [http://www.15degreescwines.com/] Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/15degreesc [https://www.instagram.com/15degreesc] Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/15DegreesCWineBar [https://www.facebook.com/15DegreesCWineBar]

Wines of Portugal- NOW Wine Imports and the wines of Esporão

How could it be that there are so many great value wines to taste from Portugal?   In this episode we are joined by Vance Walstra who is the Western US Manager for NOW Wine Imports at Esporão [https://www.esporao.com/en/].  In addition to tasting 9 (yes 9!) wines from the region, we also got to learn quite a bit about Portugal, the different varietals that are grown there, and all kinds of other fun facts and conversation! And as always, the studio audience got to taste with Ali! Wines Tasted 1. 2020 Bico Amarelo- Vinho Verde 2. 2020 Monte Velho White 3. 2020 Colheita 4. 2020 Reserva 5. 2020 Monte Velho Red 6. 2017 Colheita 7. 2016 Reserva 8. 2013 Murcas Douro 9. Private Selection To learn more about the wines of  Esporão [https://www.esporao.com/en/] click on the link HERE [https://www.esporao.com/en/]. TEXT the word "WINE" to 805.424.8568 to get all the latest updates! If you are in wine country stop in and visit us.  We are located at 624 S. Main Street, Templeton, CA.  You can also visit us online at http://www.15degreescwines.com [http://www.15degreescwines.com/] Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/15degreesc [https://www.instagram.com/15degreesc] Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/15DegreesCWineBar [https://www.facebook.com/15DegreesCWineBar]

Wine University Pt. 1

Did you know that Ali Rush teaches a wine education class called "Wine University?"  Did you know that when the english are in town the wine bar turns into a British pub?  Well, not really, but almost!   In this episode Ali takes us through the beginning of the Wine University curriculum and we start to learn about the grape itself and what wine is made of.  We also get to know a little about our new friend "Gaz" from Blackpool in the United Kingdom.  He quickly became everyone's favorite and our number 1 fan! Wine We Drank Terras Gauda [https://www.terrasgauda.com/]- 2020 RÍAS BAIXAS  We are huge fans of this light and crisp wine!   PRODUCING REGION Rías Baixas - Galicia, Spain. VARIETY 70% Albariño, 22% Caíño and 8% Loureiro. From their website: TASTING NOTES [https://www.terrasgauda.com/index_en.php#terras_gauda/terras_gauda] HARVEST : September 2020 SUGAR CONTENT AT HARVEST: 213 gr/l average ALCOHOL: 12,5% vol BOTTLED: December 2020 LAUNCHED: Early 2021 TEXT the word "WINE" to 805.424.8568 to get all the latest updates! If you are in wine country stop in and visit us.  We are located at 624 S. Main Street, Templeton, CA.  You can also visit us online at http://www.15degreescwines.com [http://www.15degreescwines.com] Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/15degreesc [https://www.instagram.com/15degreesc] Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/15DegreesCWineBar [https://www.facebook.com/15DegreesCWineBar]

Wine Industry Person of the Year Billy Grant

In this episode, Ali welcomes the 2021 "Wine Industry Person of the Year" Billy Grant to the show.   Billy Grant has been part of the Paso Wine Country scene for 20 years and has played a part in the success of multiple brands including Four Vines [https://fourvines.com/#wbck_22], JDusi Wines [https://www.jdusiwines.com/], and most recently with McPrice Myers [https://www.mcpricemyers.com/] Winebusiness.com has a great article about Billy HERE [https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/254668] Billy is a great friend to the town, and also to Ali, as he has been a huge supporter of 15 Degrees C since before it opened!   This is a great conversation amongst friends who love wine, and the community it creates!  Billy brought out some great wines and great stories!  We hope you enjoy! TEXT the word "WINE" to 805.424.8568 to get all the latest updates! If you are in wine country stop in and visit us.  We are located at 624 S. Main Street, Templeton, CA.  You can also visit us online at http://www.15degreescwines.com Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/15degreesc Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/15DegreesCWineBar

14 Year Anniversary Week- 15 Degrees C celebrates with friends (and wine).

14 Year Anniversary Week!  This show celebrates Ali and 15 Degrees C with some old industry friends. This episode finds old friends sharing great wine, memories, hopes, and dreams for the future.   Lori Craig from Chambers Wine Merchants stops in to share some of the wines she will be pouring at the annual VIP tasting party.   Ali also welcomed the proprietor of Windward Vineyard Winery https://www.windwardvineyard.com/ [https://www.windwardvineyard.com/] Marc Goldberg who has been called the "Paso Pinot King."  Marc speaks of his love for Pinot Noir dating back to when he was 17. Marc's friend and next door neighbor Richie Secchiaroli is the proprietor of Tera Mia Vineyard, a small batch non commercial winery and event venue.  http://terramiavineyard.com/ [http://terramiavineyard.com/] Both Marc and Richie share stories of their love for Paso, Templeton, and specifically their love for Ali, and her creation 15 Degrees C. 1st Pour- Vigna Dorata Franciacorta Rosé https://www.vignadorata.com/en/vini/franciacorta-rose/ [https://www.vignadorata.com/en/vini/franciacorta-rose/] 2nd Pour- Aloxe-Corton l er Cru "Les Chaillots" Louis Latour 2016 https://www.louislatour.com/en/wines/12/aloxe-corton-1er-cru-les-chaillots/2016 [https://www.louislatour.com/en/wines/12/aloxe-corton-1er-cru-les-chaillots/2016] 3rd Pour- Txomin Extraniz Rose 2020 All wines are available and reasonably priced at the wine shop.  If you are in wine country stop in and visit us.  We are located at 624 S. Main Street, Templeton, CA.  You can also visit us online at http://www.15degreescwines.com Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/15degreesc Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/15DegreesCWineBar