We discuss problems with ordering wine from the LCBO, segue into the topic of Natural wine and then Riesling comes up again. You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

Michael and André catch up after most of 2024 apart. They taste through some wines from the east and the west coast and talk about what's on their mind. You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

Michael took the opportunity to leave the Canadian cold to visit the island of Cyprus. Nobody told André that Cyrpus is different than Cypress - and he makes a bunch of Cypress Hill jokes. Did Michael learn anything about these wines? The answer may surprise you. You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

Michael and André sit down with Andy Peay of his eponimous winery. They discovered the cool climate Pinot Noir (and Chardonnay) at a recent Rogers and Co. tasting. So they decided they needed to find out what the heck is going on in a part of California that is delivering stunning cool climate wines. Strap in and discover the Sonoma West Coast. Learn more about Peay Vineyards here - https://peayvineyards.com/ You can order from Rogers and Co - https://rogcowines.com/ You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv ..read more

André does a blind tasting of non-alcoholic beer with Michael. They discuss dry January - and what is going on at the LCBO. You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

The first show of 2024 has us speaking with a natural wine producer ... Michael and André have learned that natural wine is currently in the process of being defined. Which is great news for the consumer. That producer is Xavier Amirault - and his wines are delicious! Michael discovered Xavier on a recent trip to the Loire so he was thrilled to have the opportunity to sit down with him in Canada. You can learn more about Xavier's wines here - https://www.domaineamirault.com/en/home/ They are available in Ontario through Amethyst wines - https://amethystwine.ca/ You can support Two Guys Talk ..read more

Michael and André sit down to discuss their recent Toronto Life articles - and reflect on the year that was 2023 https://torontolife.com/food/holiday-wine-guide-2023-lcbo-gift-bottles/ https://torontolife.com/food/holiday-wine-guide-lcbo-bargain-bottles/ https://torontolife.com/food/holiday-wine-guide-the-lcbos-best-canadian-made-spirits/ You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

Michael and André had a chance to cook their own dinner with the fine people from Ruffino. They sit down with Beppe D'Andrea the Brand Ambassador for Ruffino. They discuss what's going on in Tuscany. The fact that Ruffino has recently aquired vineyards in Bolgheri - sustainability and more. You can learn more about Ruffino here - https://ruffino.com/ Thank you to Val D'Oca for their sponsorship - You can learn more about their wines at www.valdoca.com/en/ You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo ..read more

**This Episode is sponsored by Val D'Oca Prosecco** Every year Médoc hosts a marathon that involves a combination of long distance running ... and drinking wine. How did Matt fare? Is this marathon worth the hype? Learn more about the marathon here - https://www.marathondumedoc.com/ Thank you to Val D'Oca for their sponsorship - You can learn more about their wines at www.valdoca.com/en/ You can support Two Guys Talking Wine on Patreon at www.patreon.com/2guystalkingwine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

**This Episode is sponsored by Val D'Oca Prosecco** Michael visited some of the most well known Cabernet Franc regions in France. Chinon, Borgueil, Anjou, and Saumur-Champigny. He comes back to talk about where Ontario Cabernet Franc stands in the world - and what we might be missing out on in Ontario. The press trip was organized by Sopexa - https://www.sopexa.com/ You can learn more about Loire Wines here - https://www.vinsvaldeloire.fr/en Thank you to Val D'Oca for their sponsorship - You can learn more about their wines at www.valdoca.com/en/ You can support Two Guys Talking Wine ..read more