Monthly Archives: December 2021

Sommelier, Tasting, Video, Vlog, Wine

Happy Holidays From Domaine Carneros, On The Varietal Show!

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Closing out 2021, The Varietal Show just had to visit with a favorite of mine in the sparkling wine realm, Remi Cohen of Domaine Carneros. We discuss our love of the Carneros region, why it is a perfect place to make bubbles and still wines, culinary pairings and the great teamwork involved!

Taste along with us the Cuvee de la Pompadour, Le Reve, and Le Ciel Serein Pinot Noir. Then LIKE, SHARE & FOLLOW my You Tube channel, for notification about upcoming episodes in February 2022, airing most Tuesdays @12:30pm!

Competition, Sommelier, Travels, Wine

The Results! México Selection 2021

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DRUMROLL PLEASE Finally the results you have all been waiting for! 2021 México Selection, a division of the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles in Guanajuato, Mexico last month. Click the links to find out more!

WINE RESULTS

SPIRITS RESULTS

Cheers & Happy New Year from Sawyer Somm!

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Food, Holidays, Wine

Holiday Dining At Gravenstein Grill!

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Chef Simontacchi is preparing an elegant dinner for Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve!

You won’t want to miss what he is cooking up this month at Gravenstein Grill, with the best local meats, foraged mushrooms, & seasonal vegetables and turning them into a holiday feast.

Reservations are required and seating is limited, make ONLINE or call 707-634-6142. Check the Xmas menu below or NYE menu here. Dinner is $150/person + tax & gratuity.

Sommelier, Tasting, Video, Vlog, Wine

A Taste Of Idle Hour Winery & Kitchen On The Varietal Show

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In the mountain town of Oakhurst, The Varietal Show tastes fine wines with Anna Marie dos Remedios of Idle Hour Winery & Kitchen, just a short 13 miles outside the gates of Yosemite.

We talk about her amazing Petite Verdot, Pet Nat, Blanc de Blanc, Tempranillo as well as delicious wine pairings. Make your way to this scenic wonderland, stay at the Queen’s Inn, and visit her Wine Bar and Beer Garden!

Pictured above, with Chris Shackelford of Trelio restaurant, another fine dining experience we shared on my visit: LIKE, SHARE & FOLLOW my You Tube channel, for notification about upcoming episodes, most Tuesdays @12:30pm!

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Sommelier, Tasting, Travels, Video, Vlog, Wine

MS/MW Doug Frost Is On The Varietal Show!

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Experiencing México Selection 2021 with Master Sommelier & Master of Wine Doug Frost: We meet up at Concours Mondial de Bruxelles in Guanajuato, Mexico to film this special international episode of The Varietal Show! Together we experience Mexican wines, Mezcal, intriguing foods, including some insect snacks, where they truly honor the local flora and fauna. Join us to taste Cuna de Tierra and talk about wines!

LIKE, SHARE & FOLLOW my You Tube channel, for notification about upcoming episodes, most Tuesdays @12:30pm!

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Try Sangiacomo Family Wines With The Varietal Show

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Join Steve Sangiacomo for a lively discussion at Sangiacomo Vineyards! The Varietal Show learns about their 90 years & three generations of winemaking, beginning with their Italian farmer immigrant story in 1927. Together we taste and talk about the Green Acres Vineyards Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir.

Plan your visit to taste Sangiacomo Family Wines! LIKE, SHARE & FOLLOW my You Tube channel, for notification about upcoming episodes, most Tuesdays @12:30pm