The Duck Vine
An entertaining education on all aspects of wine! We have fun, we learn, but the most important part, we drink wine! History, Myths, Locations, Tastings, Friends, Experts and fun names all brought together in a relaxing, approachable format! Edutainment at its finest! Grab a glass and enjoy!
Episodes
34 episodes
No Caution Needed With Approachment Wine. Interview with winemaker Jessica West
"Approachment is the West's opportunity to fuel their creative and experimental side together as winemakers but also as partners and best friends. They are excited to make energetic, creative, thought provoking, and approachable wines in limite...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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46:12
What Does The Wine Barrel Hold? Barrels Influence On Wine
I think most people would picture wine and barrels as going hand in hand. In this episode we dive in and really look at this important relationship between the cooperage, the barrel, and the juice all the factors you may not realize happen to o...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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21:18
Organic, Biodynamic, and Natural Wines Oh My
We talk about three big buzz words that are being talked aboutOrganic, Biodynamic, Natural WinesWhat are theyWhat do they meanWhat is the one I actually want to drinkAll of this and more answered now!
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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24:56
Lets Make Wine!
The moment you all have been waiting for its time to actually start making the delicious beverage we all love join us now!
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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24:57
Its Time To Harvest Some Wine
After the first episode of the grapes growing process its now time to take that grape of the vine and get it to the facility. We talk about the decisions that will get us closer to making that beautiful vino!
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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22:34
What is Wine?
Getting back to our roots here Kicking off a new chapter in the duck vine we really are starting from the basic building blocks and what is wine. We start with the grape and the growing process of the grape and the effects that each stage has b...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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29:00
Weighing in on Wine Weight
This episode was brought to you all from questions by the Patreon's so go sign up and submit your own for the next episode!Have you wondered what people mean by the weight of the wine or the body of the wine? This week we talk about var...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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28:50
Thanksgiving Wines Thought Out!
Who is ready for a thirsty thanksgiving?Here tonight we made a wine menu to help make thanksgiving beverages a no brainer, with fun cocktails to start all the way to dessert some wines for it all!WE ARE SO THANKFUL FOR YOU! HAPP...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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33:52
Sparkling Wine Styles Shine
The most popular style of wine in the world but what is it? how do we get the bubbles? What does all these names on the labels mean? We break it all down in this episode so you can know what is what when it comes to the beauty that is sparkling...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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36:33
Virginia's Vines and Wines
Our first episode in the continental united states and it's not California?!?!Find out how impactful Virginia is when we talk about wine in the United States.Virginia wines represent a broader trend toward valuing authenticity, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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42:09
Halloween Parties and Spooktacular Wine Pairings
Treat or treat?Are you planning your adults only Halloween party or taking payment from your kids' bag after going door to door for hours? Well listen up. Absolutely, finding the perfect wine to complement your Halloween festivities c...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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27:16
The How To Guide For Wine, Football and Tailgaiting!
Ever wonder how to enjoy wine during football season? Did tailgates make you miss your favorite beverage? Well no more of that! On this episode we talk about styles, formats, and ways to make sure you can still enjoy your favorite bevs while th...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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24:54
How To Drink Australian! An Interview with Jane Lopes and Jonathan Ross!
Want to find the most recent and groundbreaking wine book? Check out what Jane and Jon have created with one of the most incredible and unique wine countries in the world! How to drink Australian is as deep of a dive as you get for wine and at ...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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1:07:11
Touring Taurasi to Umbria! Central and Southern Italy Explored!
Our last travel episode of the tour of Italy is here and we explore a lot of regions that could surprise you. Delicious wines that punch way above their price point. Get your pen and paper ready to get these the next time you go wine shopping!<...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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35:56
The Great Grape Series Sangiovese and Brunello Explained
The great grape series continues with another Italian staple.The great wines of Sangiovese and Brunello di Montalcino are explored closely and side by side on this episode!Jump in and find the history and the connection between 2 of Ita...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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37:08
Tuscan Wines Are Super Wines
A broad stroke of Tuscany as a whole, we talk Chianti, Brunello, Sassicaia, Super Tuscans, Etruscans, amphoras and more! Check it out as we continue our tour of Italy's wine regions!As always follow us on social media and continue to su...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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33:54
Nowhere Like Northern Italian Wines!
Lots of regions hereVenetoAlto AdigeEmilia-RomagnaLiguriaLombardyFriuliTrentinoWe cover all this and more on this episode as we explore more of what Italy has to offer in its wine productions!Follow us no...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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33:54
Piedmont Italy The Single Most Important Wine Region
Listen here as I go into and explain what has made this region the single most impactful region in my life.Find out what is in store here and what it has to offer to you as well!As always follow us on all social media The Duck Vine!...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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37:20
Intro To Italy
We are jumping into one of the most influential regions of wine for myself, personally and professionally. We start to dive into Italy and discuss some of the major markers of the region in this episode!As always follow us on social med...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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28:48
On The Road to Rhone!
The 2nd largest wine region by size is also one of the largest wine regions in difference of climate, types of grapes, and historical impact. Join me as we start our road trip through the Rhone and find out why there really is no place like Rho...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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28:48
Burgundy Your Favorite Wine of Favorite Color?
Discover one of the most complex and expensive wine regions in the worldFind out the make up and history of Burgundy! But take notes there's a quiz this week!As always follow us on social media for all the updates! The Duck Vine
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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28:54
How To Taste Like A Sommelier
How did I learn what wines taste like?How do I do the sommelier party trick?Listen here to get the guidelines on how you will also be able to taste wines and show off to your friends! As always follow us on social media...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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36:53
Grilling Out Wines for Barbecue Pairings
4th of July is hitting in the US and its hot out so how do we still enjoy our wines in the heat? What wines should I be buying to impress the neighbors by the grill. Listen in here for some tips you may not have heard before and some great pair...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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22:13
The Lore of The Loire Valley
We take a journey through one of Frances widest region stretching from the ocean to hundreds of miles into the country side. We talk grapes, we talk regions, we talk history, we talk wine! Don't miss out on this exciting episode!
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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24:52
The Great Grape Series: Daddy Cabernet Franc
Want to hear about the impact of what may be the most important grape variatal in human history, Tune in here and find out just what makes Cab Franc so great and the impact its had on the world!Follow us on social media at The Duck Vine...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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25:53