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| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Sip Through American Wine History | 03 Jul 2025 | 00:19:28 | |
With July 4th approaching its the perfect time to talk about the history of American wines. So join me as we go from the 1600s to the 1970s and hear about some of the biggest moments into what defines American wines as we know them today! | |||
| Demystifying Wine Classifications | 18 Mar 2025 | 00:26:05 | |
Today, we’re talking about something that can sometimes confuse even the most seasoned wine drinkers: wine classifications. We’re going to break down terms like AOC, AOP, DOC, and AVA. So join me as we break down these topics with their history to their influence that is still felt to this day! | |||
| Thanksgiving Wines Thought Out! | 17 Nov 2023 | 00:33:52 | |
Who is ready for a thirsty thanksgiving? | |||
| Sparkling Wine Styles Shine | 10 Nov 2023 | 00:36:33 | |
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 wines! | |||
| Virginia's Vines and Wines | 18 Oct 2023 | 00:42:09 | |
Our first episode in the continental united states and it's not California?!?! | |||
| Halloween Parties and Spooktacular Wine Pairings | 05 Oct 2023 | 00:27:16 | |
Treat or treat? | |||
| The How To Guide For Wine, Football and Tailgaiting! | 25 Sep 2023 | 00:24:54 | |
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 throwing down with the best of them during football and the fall season. | |||
| How To Drink Australian! An Interview with Jane Lopes and Jonathan Ross! | 19 Sep 2023 | 01:07:11 | |
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 the same time so fun and easy to understand for wine lovers. After reading this book you will change your next wine trip from France or Italy to Australia to discover the beauty in and around the magnificent bottles they produce down under! | |||
| Touring Taurasi to Umbria! Central and Southern Italy Explored! | 14 Sep 2023 | 00:35:56 | |
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! | |||
| The Great Grape Series Sangiovese and Brunello Explained | 07 Sep 2023 | 00:37:08 | |
The great grape series continues with another Italian staple. | |||
| Tuscan Wines Are Super Wines | 30 Aug 2023 | 00:33:54 | |
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! | |||
| Nowhere Like Northern Italian Wines! | 17 Aug 2023 | 00:33:54 | |
Lots of regions here | |||
| Orange and Rose I thought it was Red and White Wine | 24 Feb 2025 | 00:20:33 | |
Today we talk about the perfect spring and summer wines and how they came to be. Join me on this quick introduction between wines that are over 8000 years old! | |||
| Piedmont Italy The Single Most Important Wine Region | 11 Aug 2023 | 00:37:20 | |
Listen here as I go into and explain what has made this region the single most impactful region in my life. | |||
| Intro To Italy | 31 Jul 2023 | 00:28:48 | |
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! | |||
| On The Road to Rhone! | 18 Jul 2023 | 00:28:48 | |
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 Rhone! | |||
| Burgundy Your Favorite Wine of Favorite Color? | 15 Jul 2023 | 00:28:54 | |
Discover one of the most complex and expensive wine regions in the world | |||
| How To Taste Like A Sommelier | 05 Jul 2023 | 00:36:53 | |
How did I learn what wines taste like? | |||
| Grilling Out Wines for Barbecue Pairings | 28 Jun 2023 | 00:22:13 | |
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 pairings that will impress even the most seasoned sommelier. | |||
| The Lore of The Loire Valley | 22 Jun 2023 | 00:24:52 | |
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! | |||
| The Great Grape Series: Daddy Cabernet Franc | 20 May 2023 | 00:25:53 | |
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! | |||
| April Wines by Duck! | 06 May 2023 | 00:23:34 | |
BONUS EPISODE | |||
| Alsace! Is it French or is it German?!?! | 02 May 2023 | 00:31:19 | |
Continuing our tour through France we stop at a region that sits on the border of Germany. However, this region shares more than just a border with Germany. Join me as we take a dive in to some of the worlds greatest white wines and the road map that got us there! | |||
| No Caution Needed With Approachment Wine. Interview with winemaker Jessica West | 07 Oct 2024 | 00:46:12 | |
"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 limited production. The journey of how Approachment was founded is quite the saga! But here are the cliff notes… After learning the sales portion of the business, Jessica acquired an internship in 2013 at Bethel Heights Vineyard working directly with Winemaker Ben Casteel and viticulture master Mimi Casteel. Entranced by the crafting side of the business, Jessica then entered the NW Wine Studies program to earn her degree in Winemaking. In 2010, Paden was offered an internship at Penner-Ash, managed by Winemaker Lynn Penner-Ash and Assistant Winemaker Brian Irvine. After finding his fire for the winemaking side of the business, Paden also enrolled in the NW Wine Studies program… Where his lab partner turned out to be Jessica. | |||
| Champagne Popping Off | 21 Apr 2023 | 00:35:41 | |
We explore the complex region of France with some interesting facts and histroy that makes this more than just a fun party starter. We talk about the copmplexity and how it rivals anything you might know! Check out this episode now! | |||
| Bordeaux THE Wine Leader | 10 Apr 2023 | 00:34:45 | |
On this episode we talk about the wine region of Bordeaux | |||
| Intro To The French Wine World | 04 Apr 2023 | 00:33:41 | |
On this episode we take a look at the world of French wine, the histroy, the prestige, the production and other big notes to start our knowledge off. We will use this as a platform to explore more individual aspects of France and its regions in a more detailed exploration in the near future! | |||
| March 2023 Wine Club | 30 Mar 2023 | 00:15:49 | |
BONUS EPISODE | |||
| The Great Grape Series: The Story of Nebbiolo | 28 Mar 2023 | 00:34:27 | |
Check out our first deep dive into Italy's most prestigious grape Nebbiolo. | |||
| Wine History of the World Part 1 | 16 Mar 2023 | 00:27:58 | |
Have you ever wondered where wine started and not just how to make wine but when did it first appear. We discuss this and the start of alcohol as well as how its followed and influenced civilization for literally thousands of years. Take a step back in time as we journey into a wine world much older than you may think! | |||
| Welcome Podcast! Wine Myths 101! | 10 Mar 2023 | 00:32:39 | |
In this episode get to know your sommelier as he introduces himself and his background and lets you know what to come in the future of the Duck Vine journey. | |||
| What Does The Wine Barrel Hold? Barrels Influence On Wine | 01 Oct 2024 | 00:21:18 | |
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 our favorite beverage. Join us for this fun deep dive! | |||
| Organic, Biodynamic, and Natural Wines Oh My | 14 Aug 2024 | 00:24:56 | |
We talk about three big buzz words that are being talked about | |||
| Lets Make Wine! | 11 Apr 2024 | 00:24:57 | |
The moment you all have been waiting for its time to actually start making the delicious beverage we all love join us now! | |||
| Its Time To Harvest Some Wine | 21 Mar 2024 | 00:22:34 | |
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! | |||
| What is Wine? | 08 Mar 2024 | 00:29:00 | |
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 but also the challenges the vineyards face along the way. As always follow us on social media and check out our Patreon! | |||
| Weighing in on Wine Weight | 30 Nov 2023 | 00:28:50 | |
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! | |||