The Wine Goblins

Episode 5 - Is this the drink of summer? (Episode 22)

The Wine Goblins address the drink of the moment, coke and red wine. Here Dani’s expert opinion on the perfect ratio to make this concoction. Each goblin picks a different wine for the cocktail as well. Plus, the Goblins continue the quest to find the perfect wine bar for a summer trip to London. 
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Episode 4: Bougie in the Beaujolais (Episode 21)

In this week’s episode of Wine Goblins, it’s time for a deep dive on one wine region. Have you ever wondered about Beaujolais? JR leads the discussion about the often overlooked region of French wine that has a major place in the natural wine movement. Timing of this episode coincides with the current KickStarter from Jon Bonne about the Classification of Beaujolais. The crux of the conversation is a stellar bottle of gamay, a 2019 Mee Godard Corcelette Morgon, the the Goblins each share and gush about. In the Wine List of the Week, the Goblins hit up the famous Noble Rot. 
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Episode 3 - Meet Italy’s New Star, Montetino (Episode 20)

JR and Dani talk about a wedding they recently attended including some of the new beverage choices. Aaron talks about his vacation to Italy including his experiences with the giants of Italian wine in Gravner and Emidio Pepe. The Goblins do a deep-dive on a new Italian producer, Montetino, in this episode. Learn about this up-and-coming star from a unique part of Abruzzo. For the Wine List segment, the Goblins make a pick at the award-winning Mountain from London. 
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Interview with German wine expert Lars Carlberg (Episode 19)

 
The Wine Goblins interview German wine expert (and now winemaker) Lars Carlberg (@LarsCarlberg). We discuss his website, https://www.larscarlberg.com/, his work with Hofgut Falkenstein, and the book he helped translate, Mosel Wine. Hear about his fascinating story and learn more about German wine in this special episode of The Wine Goblins. 
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Episode 1 - Season Three! Summer Wines! (Episode 18)

The Wine Goblins are back! In the first episode of Season Three of Wine Goblins, the three best friends recap some wine stories from the past few months including a hilarious tale about the gift Dani tried to buy for Birthday Bitch Aaron. JR references the popularity of Bordeaux wines from the wine-searcher article. The Goblins discuss the early signs of the 2024 vintage with bad weather leading to a small production. Check out these articles with an in-depth look at how weather is destroying the 2024 vintage - Bad Weather Hammers French Vineyards and Frost Hit European Vineyards . The Wine List that the Goblins discuss comes from Estela in New York City, a modern American restaurant. The bottle that the Goblins discuss and love comes from German producer Hofgut Falkenstein. Dani gives out her highest score yet to the 2021 Hofgut Falkenstein Niedermenniger Herrenberg Riesling Cabinet feinherb Herbert, Mosel AP-15 
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Is WHO Lying About Wine? Season 2 Episode 10

The most important wine news of the year is the shocking article from Wine Business Monthly “How Neo-Prohibitionists Came to Shape Alcohol Policy”  The Goblins discuss this revelatory piece from Felicity Carter. JR shares a wine story about his recent work travel - and trying coconut wine! The Wine List of the Week is March from Houston, Texas. In the glass this week is 2018 Zorzal “Eggo - Tinto de Tiza” a Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina. 
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California Wine’s Dirty Secret (Season 2 Episode 9)

The Goblins discuss LodiGrowers.com’s article “The Dirty Secret No One in California is Talking About,” which will make you reconsider your wine purchases in the future. In a personal update, Dani talks about her recent travels and the wine she consumed. She also talks about the wedding industry and recent wine trends. The Wine List of the Week is Ardesia from New York. Dani also leads the discussion on what’s in the glass this week is 2022 Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc. Hear her thoughts on this wine and why screwtops should be the default. 
 
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California’s Newest AVA (Season 2 Episode 8)

California gains another AVA? Wait, what is an AVA? The Wine Goblins continue the conversation about American wines with a focus on California’s wine regions. Learn about what an AVA is and hear about the exciting new region in California. Plus, hear a darling tale of how strong Dani is. In this episode’s Wine List of the Week, the Goblins talk about Torc from Napa, California. We are drinking 2022 Haarmeyer “Potrero Vineyard” Borden Ranch Lodi Rosato of Nebbiolo. 
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America’s Best Riesling? Season 2 Episode 7

In this episode of the Wine Goblins, Dani and Aaron call J.R. cheap for declining an invite to a wine event due to the price. Who is right? The Goblins discuss some recent news with prices falling at the Napa wine auction. What does it mean? The wine list of the week is Indienne Chicago. And the Goblins have maybe the best U.S. riesling, 2021 Hermann J. Wiemer Seneca Lake Dry Riesling. Hear their thoughts on the shockingly great, affordable wine from New York. And read about the Finger Lakes region. 
 
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Pet Nat! Season 2 Episode 6

U.S. wineries are hurting according to winemaker Patrick Cappiello from Monte Rio Cellars. Check out Patrick’s plea about the state of domestic wineries. With an attempt to help U.S. wineries, the Goblins will only be drinking wines from the U.S. for the next three episodes. In this episode, they are drinking a Pet Nat Rose from Madson. Plus the Goblins mention some of their favorite US Wineries. 
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