Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People

Dec 06 2024 202 ep. 43 mins 23
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In the spirit of ‘Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee’ this podcast is a biographical style interview with interesting people that will focus on their love/hate/curious relationship with wine and the fascinating lives they’ve lived so far. Oh and plenty of wine tips and recommendations.

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202: 'Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People' Podcast: Episode 193 - International Olive Oil Expert Fil Bucchino, founder of Abandoned Grove

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On the ‘Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People’ Podcast my guest is International Olive Oil Expert Fil Bucchino. His company Abandoned Grove is all about rejuvenating and sustaining thousands of olive trees all over Florence. What a fascinating conversation with a man who went from the music industry to producing and protecting high end olive oil. *Yes, there is wi

201: 'Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People' Podcast: Episode 192 - Head Winemaker Rob Power + Assistant Winemaker Yvonne Irvin from Creekside Estate Winery

Nov 27 2024 50 mins  
On the latest Wine Podcast Matt is joined by the remarkable winemaking team of Head Winemaker Rob Power and Assistant Winemaker Yvonne Irvin from Creekside Estate Winery, located in the Beamsville Bench, Niagara. Creekside produces some of the best Ontario Syrah's and their entry level Syrah is one of the best value Canadian wines. Been a fan of this winery for years so it was a t

200: 'Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People' Podcast: Episode 191 - Wine Novelist Steven Laine

Nov 18 2024 36 mins  
On the latest ‘Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People’ Podcast I’m joined by wine novelist Steven Laine. His latest book ‘Jupiter’s Blood’ is a fast-paced wine thriller that is part ‘Da Vinci Code’ and part Decanter Magazine. You don’t need to be a wine expert to enjoy this hard to put down novel.

199: 'Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People' Podcast: Episode 190 - Graham Rennie, Founder/CEO of Niagara Custom Crush Studio + COO & Head Winemaker Kevin Panagapka

Nov 05 2024 42 mins  
One of the coolest developments in the Ontario wine scene is the creation & growth of Niagara Custom Crush Studio. Started in 2022 it is part production facility to help small independent winemakers make/sell their wine and a kick ass wine bar in the middle of Niagara wine country. My guests on the Podcast is Graham Rennie, Founder and CEO of Niagara Custom Crush Studio and the

198: 'Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People' Podcast: Episode 189 - Melissa Devore, President of Amici Cellars

Oct 23 2024 30 mins  
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197: 'Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People' Podcast: Episode 188 - Jamie Paquin, Owner of Tokyo wine store, Heavenly Vines

Oct 15 2024 23 mins  
Of course, I spend my final night in Japan at a wine store that ONLY sells Canadian wine! If you find yourself in Tokyo, you have to check out Heavenly Vines and their excellent selection of all things Canadian vino. My guest on the podcast, making his return is the co-owner, Jamie Paquin.

196: 'Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People' Podcast: Episode 187 - Winemakers for Versado Ann Sperling and Peter Gamble

Oct 06 2024 29 mins  
Hey, look its famed winemakers Ann Sperling and Peter Gamble back on the podcast! BUT this time there’s a twist. Beyond making world class Ontario wines Ann and Peter have been making wine in Mendoza. The wine is called Versado and their latest release, the 2018 vintage is out now! This was a fun deep dive into their South American adventures … I always learn something new when

195: 'Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People' Podcast: Episode 186 - Jamie Marfell, Winemaker for Stoneleigh Winery

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194: 'Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People' Podcast Episode 185: Robbie Raskin, the Owner of Archives Wine & Spirits.

Sep 16 2024 51 mins  
On the latest episode of the 'Matt Talks Wine Stuff with Interesting People' Podcast my guest is 2024 VQA Promoters Award winner (Hospitality) Robbie Raskin, the Owner of Archives Wine & Spirits. I visited Robbie's wine bar/bottle shop and left thinking how lucky St. Catharines is to have this cool small slice of wine heaven right in the middle of their downtown. There is a rea

193: 'Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People' Podcast Episode 184: Ed Madronich, President for Flat Rock Cellars.

Sep 08 2024 35 mins  
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