This episode is the last of 2019!!! As we sum up the year we focus on South Africa, and specifically Franschoek which is a region much less famous than Stellenbosch but equally as exciting. Learn about the grapes and specialities of this area and the climatic differences here and in other wine regions of South Africa. Jon was recently in South Africa so tells us a little about his experiences whilst out there: In the land of Fauna and Flora! And so much delicious wine. We are drinking Holden Manz Visionaire 2018. Happy New year everyone. We are taking a small break but should be back again in February. Any request about wine regions or styles that you want us to talk about in 2020 – message us at @unfilteredpcast on Instagram or Twitter

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Unfiltered Filler 08 Franschhoek Focus

We are talking with Csaba, Founder of Fine Wine To Me and Head of Events & Partnerships at Noble Green wines, Hampton Hill. Csaba is all about encouraging people away from the normal grape varieties and to try all the lesser-known varieties of the world. So we are talking Furmint from Hungry (dry and sweet) and how the puttonyos system has changed. Lots of talk on Sicilian grape varieties and regions, focusing on the Frappato grape and lastly the grape variety Bastardo, also known as Merenzao in Galicia, Spain. We get quite passionate about the Galician wine region and varieties, there’s a good discussion about supermarket wine, even how religion and politics have changed the reputation of certain wine regions. A big shout out to Derek, winemaker at Garage wine co. We love your wines so you get a big fat mention. As Csaba is Hungarian, you will also get a mini-lesson on how to pronounce some of the Hungarian grape varieties.   We are drinking Szolo, Parlando, Furmint 2015 Tokaji, Hungry £34, Arianna Occhipinti, Il Frappato 2014, Sicily £29.50 and Fedellos do Couto, Bastarda 2014, Galicia, Spain £33.50 – All from www.finewinetome.com   We were horrendous and did not get this podcast out on time (sorry Csaba!) and so you have now missed his AWESOME wine event. But follow this link you can see any other up and coming events: https://www.finewinetome.com/collections/tasting-events   Leave any of your feedback on Instagram and twitter @unfilteredpcast   Cheers everyone!

Unfiltered Ep 22 Furmint, Frappato & Bastarda from Fine Wine To Me with Csaba Toth

We are joined by Josh Dunning, who is best known for his incredible in-depth posts on Instagram. You can check out the amazing wine he drinks at @wordonthegrapevine Today’s episode is all about the Nebbiolo grape. We discuss all the different regions you can find Nebbiolo but focus more on Barbaresco and specifically The King of the Region: Barolo. We discuss the differences between Barolo and Barbaresco, focusing on flavours and ageing requirements. Learn all about the different soils, villages and crus of Barolo. We discuss the grape variety itself and why it's so fussy to grow – in fact, we get quite geeky this episode. There is a discussion on Modern V Traditional Barolo, the best vintages and great food pairings. You can learn about some of the top wineries such as Gaja, Guiseppe Rinaldi and Elio Altare. We are drinking Fontanafredda Serralunga d’Alba Barolo 2014 £39 from @getwineapp and Chiara Boschis Mosconi Barolo 2014 £87 from Cru World Wine. Don’t forget to leave us your comments about your favourite Nebbiolo wines on Instagram or twitter @unfilteredpcast Cheers!

Unfiltered Ep 21 The Barolo Boys and The Barolo Bitches

This episode we have Christian Manthei, originally from Arizona and now happily situated in London working for the incredible Wine Treasury who specialise in California wines. The theme is all about Napa Valley. Learn about the different climates within the region, the soil complexity and parts of it’s history, including lots of the big names such as Robert Mondavi and their influences. Learn about the significance of the 1997 vintage along with The Judgement of Paris. We talk about Fume Blanc in detail and spend a bit of time comparing Napa Valley with Bordeaux. Jon gets super opinionated about Robert Parkers effect on Napa Valley and how much he hates points in general (no surprise here!). And as this is an American episode, there is a fair chunk of talk on American accents, and Chris takes us through the US with his versions of those accents! We are drinking Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc 2017,Le Geante Scholium Project 2017 and Paraduxx Proprietary Blend 2015. Do you have a favourite Napa Valley wine? Do you think this region is now overpriced? Let us know your comments on Instagram or Twitter @unfilteredpcast  

Unfiltered Ep 20 We have no system with Napa

In this episode, we are testing out the Ullo - a sulphur filtration device! We love a new piece of wine kit - so listen in to hear if the Ullo works and what it does to the wine.  We discuss what we think about sulphur and what it actually is, plus its effects. If you link health and headaches with sulphur, we debunk some myths. Learn what the sulphur limits are in wine and which food products are surprisingly high in sulphur.  We are drinking a Verdejo and a Monastrell wine. Learn all about Verdejo history, its flavours and what their labelling terms mean. We talk about where you can find Monastrell and the other names it came to be called.  What is your feedback around sulphur? Are you looking for more natural wine these days? Would a sulphur filter interest you?  Leave us your comments on Instagram and twitter @unfilteredpcast  Cheers!    Are sponsor Sommelier Socks Links Below to treat your self or a friend  https://jonathankleeman.com/shop/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/sp?_encoding=UTF8&asin=B07QVMWYRX&isAmazonFulfilled=0&isCBA=&marketplaceID=A1F83G8C2ARO7P&orderID=&seller=A3J7DVZ0CQ6A3K&tab=&vasStoreID= https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/SommelierSocks?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=704203561&ga_search_query=sommelier%20socks

Unfiltered Filler 07 Taking out the Sulphates with Üllo

This episode we sit down with the incredible winemaker of Gusbourne Estate: Charlie Holland. Learn about how he got into winemaking and all things Gusbourne: where the vineyards are and why they only make Vintage Sparkling wine rather than blends. We talk about the history of wine in England, the history of Champagne bottles and Charlie's thoughts on English Pinot Noir – It is not just about the sparkling here. We also discuss the pros and cons of regionality in England. This episode we are tasting the 2010 Blanc de Blanc and the 2010 Late Disgorged Sparkling. You can buy wines directly from their website https://www.gusbourne.com/wines and the vineyards are open to visitors so if you live in the south of England – go and see this great English winery. Let us know if you have tasted Gusbourne wines before? Are you a fan of English Sparkling wine? Cheers!   Are sponsor Sommelier Socks Links Below to treat your self or a friend  https://jonathankleeman.com/shop/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/sp?_encoding=UTF8&asin=B07QVMWYRX&isAmazonFulfilled=0&isCBA=&marketplaceID=A1F83G8C2ARO7P&orderID=&seller=A3J7DVZ0CQ6A3K&tab=&vasStoreID= https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/SommelierSocks?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=704203561&ga_search_query=sommelier%20socks

Unfiltered Filler 06 Talking Gusbourne English Sparkling with Charlie Holland

This episode is a mini introduction into Greek wine. We look at the main grape varieties of Greece: Agiorgitiko from Nemea, Xinomavro from Naousa and Assyrtiko from Santorini. We talk about the terroir, the islands and touch on the history and the problems that Greece has had: The Ottoman rule, Phylloxera, choice of planting international varieties over indigenous. We discuss Retsina – that’s wine with pine resin in it! And Janina champions Terry Kandylis from 67 Pall Mall who is her go to Sommelier for anything Greek wine related. Wine news on this episode is all about Theo Campbell and how a champagne cork has made him blind in one eye – do you know how to open up a bottle of Champagne correctly? Have you tasted any of the indigenous grapes varieties of Greece? Which ones were they? This filler episode we are drinking Agiorgitiko 2016 by Gaia, Nemea. Enjoy!     Are sponsor Sommelier Socks Links Below to treat your self or a friend  https://jonathankleeman.com/shop/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/sp?_encoding=UTF8&asin=B07QVMWYRX&isAmazonFulfilled=0&isCBA=&marketplaceID=A1F83G8C2ARO7P&orderID=&seller=A3J7DVZ0CQ6A3K&tab=&vasStoreID= https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/SommelierSocks?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=704203561&ga_search_query=sommelier%20socks

Unfiltered Filler 05 A little touch on Greece

This episode we are talking to Gabriela Zimmer, the Brand Ambassador for Wines of Uruguay. We talk about the wine regions, it’s grape varieties and it’s history. There is a new social media campaign called #percopita which demonstrates the love that the people of Uruguay have for their wine. We are talking meat, which is very important there also, and we discuss the one wine of Uruguay which has made it on to the very prestigious La Place de Bordeaux. We are tasting Garzon Albarino 2018, De lucca Nero d’avola 2018 and Pisano RPF Tannat 2015   Are sponsor Sommelier Socks Links Below to treat your self or a friend  https://jonathankleeman.com/shop/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/sp?_encoding=UTF8&asin=B07QVMWYRX&isAmazonFulfilled=0&isCBA=&marketplaceID=A1F83G8C2ARO7P&orderID=&seller=A3J7DVZ0CQ6A3K&tab=&vasStoreID= https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/SommelierSocks?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=704203561&ga_search_query=sommelier%20socks

Unfiltered Ep 19 All this things Uruguay with Gabriela Zimmer

This filler episode we are talking about the wines of Hungary. Furmint is the countries white grape variety and we talk about its flavours and styles. We discuss other regions of Hungary and the history of their famous red wine - Bulls Blood. Jon shares his love of the Pinot Noirs from Kovacs Nimrod.We also talk a lot about women in wine including Madame Clicquot of Veuve Clicquot and Angelo Gajas wife and daughter. We díscuss what international women's day means to us. What's your opinion of women in wine, or any industry for that matter, in your country?Leave us your comments on Instagram or twitter @unfilteredpcast ----more----   Are sponsor Sommelier Socks Links Below to treat your self or a friend  https://jonathankleeman.com/shop/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/sp?_encoding=UTF8&asin=B07QVMWYRX&isAmazonFulfilled=0&isCBA=&marketplaceID=A1F83G8C2ARO7P&orderID=&seller=A3J7DVZ0CQ6A3K&tab=&vasStoreID= https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/SommelierSocks?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=704203561&ga_search_query=sommelier%20socks

Unfiltered Filler 04 There something about Hungry

What a cracking episode, not just because we got to spend it drinking Champagne, but because we got to chat with our guest Charles, who thought it appropriate to bring an egg along to the tasting. You can imagine this is certainly not your standard episode. Alongside Janina being named Janina the Yoghurt, some dyslexia chat and the fact that Charles came with a damp crotch, we manage to talk about vintages of champagne, the grapes used and the new potential varieties the CIVC is planning on crossing. We discuss what disgorgement is and how to do it the traditional way. Learn what food pairs well with champagne, how rose champagne is actually made, grower champagnes, classification of the villages and some labelling terms. This episode we tasted Rene Jolly RJ Cuvee Speciale (£42, Soho Wine Supply ), Billecart-Salmon Rose NV (£60, Laithewaites ), 2012 Philipponnat Blanc de Noirs Brut ( £49.50 Justerinis ) and Justerini & Brooks, 250th Anniversary Cuvée, Champagne, Extra Dry, NV ( £22, Justerinis ) What’s your favourite champagne? What did you think of the episode? Leave us your comments here or on Instagram/twitter @unfilteredpcast Cheers!   Are sponsor Sommelier Socks Links Below to treat your self or a friend  https://jonathankleeman.com/shop/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/sp?_encoding=UTF8&asin=B07QVMWYRX&isAmazonFulfilled=0&isCBA=&marketplaceID=A1F83G8C2ARO7P&orderID=&seller=A3J7DVZ0CQ6A3K&tab=&vasStoreID= https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/SommelierSocks?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=704203561&ga_search_query=sommelier%20socks

Unfiltered Ep 18 With Champagne Charlie

This episode we are joined with Lucy Stevenson who is a wine educator at the WSET. She tells us how she got into the wine industry and we learn all about how the WSET is planning on breaking a Guinness Book Record for the largest ever recorded Sommelierie lesson. This is happening on 9th September 2019 so you still have time to be a part of this. We are also tasting 2 different Sherries, so you can learn the difference between a Fino and an Oloroso Sherry, as well as how they are made. The Sherries tasted are Valdespino Inocente Single Vineyard Fino and Valdespino Don Gonzalo Oloroso VOS. - Monday 9th September – Breaking a Guinness World Record with Olly Smith at The Kia Oval - Saturday 14th September – WSET School London walkaround tasting as part of Bermondsey Street Festival Wine Education Week sessions on sherry in Amsterdam and Shanghai! You can find all events info. at www.wineeducationweek.com Follow Wine Education Week on @wineeducationweek or @wineeduweek on Twitter.     Are sponsor Sommelier Socks Links Below to treat your self or a friend  https://jonathankleeman.com/shop/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/sp?_encoding=UTF8&asin=B07QVMWYRX&isAmazonFulfilled=0&isCBA=&marketplaceID=A1F83G8C2ARO7P&orderID=&seller=A3J7DVZ0CQ6A3K&tab=&vasStoreID= https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/SommelierSocks?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=704203561&ga_search_query=sommelier%20socks

Unfiltered Filler 03 Wine education week with Lucy Stevenson and some Sherry

This week we are joined by Master of Wine Student Pauline Vicard. The theme is The Future of Fine Wine so prepare yourself for a lot of opinions, but all nicely guided back with some clearer definitions from Pauline. Pauline works for the Areni Institute who run studies and research to try and define such a complex and personal definition. We get to learn what it's like to grown up on a vineyard in Burgundy, how Burgundy has changed over the years and all about Pauline's super nose power. We also discuss how the English wine industry is developing.  This episode we are drinking Ridgeview Bloomsbury NV, England, Pasji Rep, Pinot Noir 2016, Vipavska Dolina, Slovenia, and Chene Bleu Abélard 2011, Ventoux, France.    What are your thoughts on fine wine? What is your definition? Leave us your comments on Instagram or twitter @unfilteredpcast  

Unfiltered Ep 17 The future of Fine wine with Pauline Vicard

New filler episode out now - it's all about Bordeaux!   Things are changing in Bordeaux. We are talking about the 7 new varieties that have been approved with climate change in mind. And the most expensive wine in the world that is being released by Liber Pater using pre-phylloxera vines. Tune in to listen to us chatting about the region, the best satellite regions for good value Bordeaux, the terroir, grapes, the confusing classification systems and arguing over the best vintages. Learn about the Dutch making huge changes to Bordeaux in the past, and about Lafite Rothschilds new wine coming out of China.   We are tasting a Pom N Roll 2015 by Olivier Teacher from Chateau Gombaude-Guillot! This is such a refreshing wine coming out of Bordeaux, to demonstrate the new modern style winemaking that is slowly coming out of this wonderful wine region.   What is your favorite region? Where do you think are the best value Bordeaux regions? Leave us your comments and feedback on Instagram or twitter @unfilteredpcast

Unfiltered Filler 02 New Grapes in Bordeaux

Meet H, the international wine man of mystery and owner of Wapping wines. This episode is all about Tempranillo, its ageing terms of Rioja, the regions in which it grows, its clones and different names, and it’s white mutation. It wouldn’t be a Unfiltered podcast without food talk: Jon’s giving out free apple pie tips to keep your Mcdonalds warm and we get onto the Cannabis train again with the CBT being used in wines. We are talking specifically about Canna wine where you can choose a red or a white wine with all the medicinal benefits of cannabis. . This episode we are drinking Almate Alfredo Maestro 2017, Ribera Del Duero, Spain, HB Tempranillo 2016, Vino de la tierra Castilla, Spain and Zuccardi Q Tempranillo 2015, Mendoza, Argentina. . Leave us your thoughts and feedback on Instagram, twitter and facebook: @unfilteredpcast …..do you want to come on the show? Want your comments read out on the next episode?

Unfiltered Ep 16 Tempranillo and code names with "H" from Wapping Wines

We are joined on this episode by Super Sommelier turned Woodwinters, Account Manager, Sarah Bachiorri. Sara is from Umbria, Italy, so naturally, the theme is Sangiovese. Learn all about the region Chianti, where Sangiovese hails. We talk about its history, its past problems, clonal research and why you should be looking out for clones R24 and T19 ( yep, seriously! ), We probably spend far too much time talking about sausage rolls ( very us ), but in our defence we were in Gezellig Restaurant and Bar and this could be the best bar snack in London, and at least this time we are eating it, so you get a wine and a food tasting this week. We also have a little chat about the Super Tuscans, Tignanello, Sassicaia and Ornellaia. This week we are tasting Antinori Chianti Classico Reserva 2015, Italy, Cantina Goccia, Nodo 2012, Umbria, Italy and Vinea Marson 2013, Heathcote, Australia

Unfiltered Ep 15 Sangiovese and a mouth full of sausage with Sara Bachiorri

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