So Many Samples (and an experimental cocktail)

The Willamette ain’t in Washington…

Episode Notes On Season 2 Episode 6 Joshua apologizes to his high school geography teacher while Andrea once again works overtime to prove that she does not need reading glasses. Due to an unexpected amount of time for a pick-up order to be ready, Joshua digs deep in his wine fridge for some last-minute bottles, which may or may not have been in there too long. Ultimately, some (but not all) of the wine and even some of the food does come from Washington (nothing at all comes from the Willamette Valley)…also…Romania has entered the podcast… Wines/Other Chateau Ste. Michelle Columbia Valley Dry Reisling 2024 Canvasback Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Hyperion Dealu Mare Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 (Romania) Stonehaus Winery Davenport Red (NV) Pairing food Old Dutch Ketchup Chips Smarties Bagels and Lox Washington Apple Smoked Salmon Beecher’s Cheese: Flagship Beecher’s Cheese: Marco Polo (Note: it’s possible we had the labels reversed on the tasting board…just go with it) Javier Confectionery Truffle Collection Peggy’s Plates: California Pizza Kitchen Go Nanas banana bread Boiler Plate All opinions are those of the presenter(s) and we have not received any promotional consideration unless clearly stated. All sound effects and background music are from Audio Hero or original foley, or found on random free sound effect websites.

Ayyyyyy...THAT'S Amore!

Episode Notes On Season 2 Episode 5 Joshua and Andrea try not to get sued by the local chapter of the Sons of Italy while exploring several Italian varietals, including one that’s the same as the other but called something different, and a mystery bottle wrapped in a paper bag…along with some unusual pairings and food sourced from (or inspired by) Redwood City icons. Plus Thin Mints and Lemonades. Wines/Other Prosecco Montechiara (NV) Nebbiolo D’Alba Rocca Felice 2023 Pio Cesare Barolo 2020 MYSTERY WINE (see SPOILER below) Limoncello della Casa 2026 Pairing food Meatballs della Vesta [https://www.vestarwc.com/] Girl Scout Cookies: Thin Mints, Lemonades Deli Aisle Charcuterie (AKA fancy Lunchables ) with various cheese, salami and bruschetta Nonni’s Biscotti Peggy’s Plates: Open Face Crab Melts della Sigona [https://blog.sigonas.com/2021/01/30/fresh-crab-melts-on-sigonas-moo-na-lisa-cheese-herb-bread/] on sourdough Boiler Plate All opinions are those of the presenter(s) and we have not received any promotional consideration unless clearly stated. MYSTERYPasquaDesireLush&ZinPrimitivo2023WINE. All sound effects and background music are from Audio Hero or original foley, or found on random free sound effect websites.

Chips-n-Dips and kinda dry January

In our first episode of the New Year, Joshua and Andrea push the boundaries of "Dry January" while overloading on game-day party snacks. Joshua reveals just how much he knows about sports, and Andrea surrenders to a giggle loop because words on paper are hard. Plus. how Chile saved an extinct grape varietal... Wines/Other Willie’s Remedy Low Dose Social Tonic (Non-Alcoholic, THC/CBD infused) Kally Golden Sparkler (Non-Alcoholic) Carmen Gran Reserva Carmenere 2023 Carmen Gran Reserva Carignan 2023 Pairing food (so…much…food) Ruffles Sea Salted Chips Tostitos Cheese Dip Lay’s Smooth Ranch Dip Casa Sanchez Thin & Light Tortilla Chips Roberto’s of Santa Cruz Medium Salsa La Terra Fina Spinach Artichoke and Parmesan dip Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Fruit roll ups (assorted flavors) Cheetos Flaming Hot Minis Funions Minis Pop Tarts (because…why not…) Peggy’s Plates: “Game Day” chocolate chili with Beyond Beef (https://www.food.com/recipe/mens-health-game-day-chili-283281 [https://www.food.com/recipe/mens-health-game-day-chili-283281]) Lemon Bisque which-isn’t-a-bisque-but-that’s-what-it’s-called (lemon chiffon-esque pie) w/ Strawberry compote (https://mostdeliciouslife.com/lemon-bisque/ [https://mostdeliciouslife.com/lemon-bisque/]) Boiler Plate All opinions are those of the presenter(s) and we have not received any promotional consideration unless clearly stated. All sound effects and background music are from Audio Hero or original foley, or found on random free sound effect websites.

So Many Samples (and an experimental cocktail)

Our pre-Christmas episode, just in time for New Year’s Eve! We talk through the kind of things you might come across at a holiday party and see how a sampler set of Monterey/Paso Robles wines pairs up. And Joshua and Andrea are still working out the clink kinks… Wines Paula Kornell Brut California NV Avenales Ranch Petit Sirah (Paso Robles) Union Sacré Gewurztraminer (Monterey) Tablas Creek Patelon de Tablas Blanc (Paso Robles) High Camp Grenache Rosé (Estrella District-Paso Robles) Adelaida “Keeper” Red Wine (Adelaida District-Paso Robles) McPrice Myers “High on the Hog” Red Wine (Paso Robles) Jousi Zinfandel 2021 (Paso Robles) Pairing food Bauli Panettone Classico Pepperidge Farm Mint Brussels Pepperidge Farm Gingerbread Men Port Wine Cheese Spread Crackers Peggy’s Plates: Sausage rolls w/ dipping sauces, Spicy bacon-wrapped dates Boiler Plate All opinions are those of the presenter(s) and we have not received any promotional consideration unless clearly stated. All sound effects and background music are from Audio Hero or original foley, or found on random free sound effect websites.

Celebs, Beaujolais Day and Clink-splaining

Episode Notes We’re back indoors celebrating celebrity wines, Beaujolais Day, and Mansplaining how to hold a wine glass. Wines Sun Goddess Prosecco NV (Italy) Mary J. Blige MianU 2024 (Mendocino) Roberta King Beaujolais Nouveau 2025 (France) Beaujolais-Villages Nouveau 2025 19 Crimes Cali Red Blend Snoop Dogg Pairing food Ritz Crackers Kraft Roka Bleu Cheese Spread Kraft Pimento Cheese Spread Dill Gherkins Canned black olives Canned Cranberry Sauce Brie Peggy’s Plates: Turkey cranberry (or spicy fig) sliders on homemade rosemary potato rolls, Cranberry pop-ups Boiler Plate All opinions are those of the presenter(s) and we have not received any promotional consideration unless clearly stated. All sound effects and background music are from Audio Hero or original foley, or found on random free sound effect websites, except accordion track, licensed Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/la-vita-bella [https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/la-vita-bella] License code: 6AMMEAHSZFXWCBOE