Two Guys Talking Wine

Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration 2018 (Episode 103)

07 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André debrief after another great year of the Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration - or as André calls it - Christmas in July. Hosted on ...

with Wes Lowrey (Episode 102) - Ontario Legacy 11

31 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Wes Lowrey may be one of the most down to earth people in the Ontario wine industry. But the kickass wines from Five Rows speak loud and proud for the...

with Bev Carnahan of the All Canadian Wine Championship (Episode 101)

24 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

André is stuck in Toronto - while Michael is out in Prince Edward County judging the All Canadian Wine Championships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

Shooting The S*** - (Episode 100)

17 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

For our 100th episode we return to our humble roots - and talk about ... well what did we talk about? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...

Ivy Knight - Festival des Vins de Saguenay (episode 99)

09 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down with one of the journalists responsible for the investigation into Norman Hardie and the allegations of sexual misconduct. We also find o...

with Don Triggs (Episode 98)- Ontario Legacy 10

03 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We had the opportunity to sit down with Don Triggs - of Jackson-Triggs fame... we talked about the past, but his future is also very interesting as he...

We really like Clonakilla ... A lot (Episode 97)

26 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André once again sit down with David Reist from Clonakilla to get schooled in Aussie wines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

Sara Triggs of Culmina (Episode 96)

19 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

André sits down with Sara Triggs from Culmina to talk about this new winery that is making big noise in BC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

Valdicava (Episode 95)

12 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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Michael went to Portugal (Episode 94)

05 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This is from a time Michael went to Portugal - and André and Michael both forgot they recorded this podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

Wild Things Beer Festival (Episode 93)

29 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

André and Michael speak with Crystal Luxmore about the Wild Things festival taking place in Toronto. This beer festival will feature naturally fermen...

André visits Robert Mondavi (Episode 92)

22 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Are you sick of California yet? We hope not ... because André actually spent some time in the Napa Valley and made Michael jealous for a change. Host...

California Wine Fair Part 2 (Episode 91)

15 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

André and Michael sit down with some of the people visiting Toronto for the California Wine Fair. This is the second part of two. Hosted on Acast. Se...

California Wine Fair Part 1 (Episode 90)

08 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

André and Michael sit down with some of the people visiting Toronto for the California Wine Fair. This is the first part of two. Hosted on Acast. See...

County In The City (Episode 89)

01 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André really enjoyed County in the City this year ... what did they like? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Oregon Chardonnay Rocks" (Episode 88)

24 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Chardonnay is A-Okay in Oregon. Even Michael has to agree with this statement as we welcome Oregon winemakers and owners to Toronto with open arms and...

180417 - 2guystalkinwine - Tasting With Thomas Bachelder (Episode 87)

17 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André continue their discussion with Thomas Bachelder and give into a few bottles of wine to see if they can stump him. Hosted on Acast. ...

The Life And Times Of Thomas Bachelder (Episode 86)

10 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

How do you go from scribe to winemaker? We talk to Thomas Bachelder about the path he took to becoming one of Ontario's most celebrated winemakers. Ho...

Festival Des Vins de Saguenay (Episode 85)

03 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Last Summer Michael and André went to a magical land called Quebec. Where they let you drink wine in the street. This is a chronicle of their adventu...

Cuvee 2018 Wrap Up (Episode 84)

27 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André talk about their favorite wines at Cuvée 2018, Ontario's premier wine event. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

180313 - 2guystalkinwine - Shooting The Breeze (Episode 82)

14 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André get caught up after Michael returns from his sabbatical. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

with the Speck Brother (Episode 81) - Ontario Legacy 9

06 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André managed to sit down with all three Speck Brothers of Henry of Pelham to talk about the origin of this winery. Hosted on Acast. See ...

180227 - 2guystalkinwine - Michael In Australia (Episode 80)

27 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Michael was in Australia. André was not. Michael had a great time, tasted lots of great wines and talked to lots of interesting people. Andre ... we...

Talking Wine With The Blind Gamer - (Episode 79)

20 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week André sits down with Steve Saylor to talk about being blind and tasting wine, and also just being new to wine in general. Hosted on Acast. ...

Michael is in New Zealand Part 2 - (Episode 78)

13 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Michael is still on the road, but hard at work. Here is what the South Island of New Zealand sounds like. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

3 Guys Talking Wine with the Sparkling Winos - (Episode 77)

06 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

André sits down with Mike and Jeff from Sparklingwinos.com to talk about some recent events and Nova Scotia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

Michael Is In New Zealand Part 1 - (Episode 76)

30 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Michael talks about the finer points of North Island wines in New Zealand - André sits at home in Toronto and tries to not be jealous. Hosted on Acas...

Icewine with Konrad Ejbich - (Episode 75)

23 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Michael is still in the Southern Hemisphere so André has enlisted Konrad Ejbich to co-host the podcast this week. He fills André in on a bit of hist...

Randy Ullom of Kendall Jackson - (Episode 74)

16 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André sit down with Randy Ullom of Kendall Jackson to talk about what effect the recent fires have had on the wine industry and what is g...

Olivier Krug - The Champagne Flute Debate (Episode 73)

09 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

André couldn't resists revisiting the Champagne flute debate. He called in a ringer as we speak with Olivier Krug (from THAT Krug). Can Michael hold ...

The 2017 Clip Show (Episode 72)

19 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

I know what you're asking yourself ... Are Michael and André going to put out a clip show for this year? The answer is yes? Hosted on Acast. See acas...

Mr Comeau goes to Ottawa (Episode 71)

07 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We know Gerard Comeau was in Ottawa in front of the supreme court... but we don't know what the hell happened. So we called in a law talking person (C...

Old Riesling Part Deux (Episode 70)

05 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

André gets to raid Michael's cellar again as we visit some old Riesling that was kicking around. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

Scuttlebutt (Episode 69)

28 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We realize some of these rumours are a little old but we had to go through what was causing a stir in Niagara over the past month or so. Hosted on Aca...

Into The Vine (Episode 68)

22 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

André talks to Michael about Into The Vine a wine and art installation that was hosted recently in Toronto. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

with Derek Barnett (Episode 67) - Ontario Legacy 8

14 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

André and Michael sit down with Derek Barnett - winemaker of Southbrook, Lailey, Karlo and now Meldville fame. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Is the VQA A-Okay? (Episode 65)

01 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André dissect a conversation that has arose over the past few weeks about the VQA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

Sipping on OLD Chateau des Charmes (Episode 64)

24 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Michael was kind enough to bring a few bottles of old Chateau des Charmes reds that were lurking in his cellar over to the studio in Toronto. How did ...

Franciacorta (Episode 63)

17 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

André went to Franciacorta in September this is what he learned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Count Of Buena Vista (Episode 62)

10 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André take a step into the way back machine and interview The Count of Buena Vista. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

What Scoring Means to Us (episode 61)

03 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Today we discuss wine scores, what they mean to us, what bothers us about them and ask if there is integrity out there anymore. Hosted on Acast. See a...

with 4 BC Winemakers (episode 60)

26 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Andre and Michael sit down with the four winemakers representing Mission Hill, Martin's Lane, Checkmate and Cedar Creek in a downtown Toronto hotel ro...

with Herbert Konzelmann (episode 59) - Ontario Legacy 7

19 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We speak with enthusiastic winemaker and winery founder Herbert Konzelmann. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is Riesling Passe (episode 58)

12 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Has Riesling had it's day or is Riesling's best days still ahead? The Two Guys discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

with Miguel Torres Jr (episode 57)

30 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Michael didn't invite André to this interview with Miguel Torres Jr. Too bad ... it's a pretty good one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

Wrapping Up the i4C (episode 56)

15 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Did Michael finally rip up his ABC card at the 2017 I4C? We chat with Stacey Mulholland to find out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

Sweet on Sweet Does it Work (episode 55)

01 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

André was a judge at a Buttertart competition. So he had to ask the question... what wine pairs with a Buttertart? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

with Jim Warren (episode 54) - Ontario Legacy 6

18 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

André and Michael sit down with Jim Warren the founding winemaker of Stoney Ridge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

i4C 2017 Preview (episode 53)

11 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This week André found a way to get Michael to say nice things about Chardonnay as we speak with the Chairperson of I4C Stacey Mulholland to find out ...

The Wines We Love - Where it all Began (episode 52)

04 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

I'm not sure how we got on the subject. But André and Michael discuss some memorable wines they have tasted over the years. Hosted on Acast. See acas...

with Paul Hobbs (episode 51)

27 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

André heads down to the Finger Lakes to speak with Paul Hobbs. Michael stays at home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LCBO, Go On Strike Please (episode 50)

20 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

André and Michael dare the LCBO to go on strike and issue a challenge to the wineries of Ontario. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

with Valentina Argiolas (episode 49)

13 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André speak with Valentina Argiolas of the winery that carries her name. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Do You Review Crappy Wine (episode 48)

06 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

I'm not even sure words can describe what Michael and André were talking about here. But it has something to do with reviewing crap wines. Hosted on ...

Impressions from the 2017 New Zealand Tiki Tour (episode 47)

30 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

André and Michael both attended The Great New Zealand Wine Tiki Tour Toronto. Here are some thoughts on the tasting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Andre visits Portugal (episode 46)

24 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

André checks in from the road and talks with 5 guys and 1 girl about wine from Portugal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taste Oregon with Soles & Adelsheim (episode 45)

16 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André sit down with Rollin Soles of ROCO winery (formerly of Argyle) and David Adelsheim of Adelsheim. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

County In The City 2017 (episode 44)

09 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The boys discuss this year's County in the City event held in Toronto (Canada) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interviewing Wine Folk at the California Wine Fair (episode 43)

02 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André checked out the Toronto stop of the California Wine fair. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

with Matt Mitchell of Marisco (episode 42)

25 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

with Matt Mitchell of Marisco (episode 42) by Two Guys Talking Wine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interviews and Impressions - Cuvee 2017 (episode 41)

18 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We're at Cuvee this week enjoying some of the best wines Ontario has to offer and speaking with some of the people who make this all possible. Hosted ...

with Allan Jackson (episode 40) - Ontario Legacy 5

11 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

with Allan Jackson (episode 40) - Ontario Legacy 5 by Two Guys Talking Wine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chateau des Charmes - Wrong Wine In Vintages Catalogue (episode 39)

04 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André talk about the recent pioneers and innovators feature in the Vintages catalogue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

Michael Back in Italy (episode 38)

28 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Michael heads off to Italy and André is stuck in Toronto ... that doesn't seem fair. Featuring a guest appearance by Michael Godel of godello.ca Host...

Tasting Through Sickness (episode 37)

21 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

What do you do when you HAVE to taste wine and you've got a cold? No seriously ... this question isn't rhetorical comment and let me know. Hosted on A...

with David Reist of Clonakilla (episode 36)

14 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André sit down with David Reist from Clonakilla. A Canadian ex-pat now involved in the wine industry in Australia. Hosted on Acast. See a...

with The Guys from The Hatch Winery (episode 35)

07 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André sit down with winemaker Jason Parkes from the Hatch to do a virtual tasting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

Can We Accept Baco Noir (episode 34)

28 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André take a look at the fastest growing varietal in the General List at the LCBO for VQA wines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

Tasting Some Old Riesling (episode 33)

21 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Michael dug out a few bottles of older Riesling from his cellar as we do a live tasting of some bottles from Ontario.This podcast is presented by IWEG...

with Len Pennachetti (episode 32) - Ontario Legacy 4

14 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

André and Michael sit down with Len Pennachetti the founder of Cave Spring Cellars.This podcast is presented by IWEG.ORG and Ontario's Brave New Wine...

with Louis Moreau (episode 31)

07 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

André and Michael talk about Bourgogne with WInemaker Louis Moreau. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

with Alberto Zenato (episode 30)

31 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André speak with Alberto Zenato. For some strange reason we end up talking about Chicken Wings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

Discuss the Future of the Champagne Flute (episode 29)

20 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

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with Jay Wright about the Constellation Sale (episode 28)

10 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André speak with Jay Wright of Constellation Brands about the sale that recently took place and what it means for Ontario wineries. Hoste...

Year End Tasting 2016 (episode 27)

27 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André taste through some wines to cap off 2016. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Christmas Lists (episode 26)

11 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André discuss some wines they are hoping to drink over the holidays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gadgets, Gizmos And Books for the Holidays (episode 25)

29 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André go over some gadgets and books to think about for Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

with Cyril Brun of Charles Heidsieck (episode 24)

15 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André speak with Cyril Brun, Chef De Cave for Charles Heidsieck Champagne. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

with Paul Bosc Sr (episode 23) - Ontario Legacy 3

01 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

For our 3 Legacy podcast we speak with the founder of Chateau des Charmes winery, Paul Bosc Sr. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

with Elizabeth Grant Douglas of La Crema (episode 22)

18 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

André and Michael speak to Elizabeth Grant Douglas of La Crema wines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What So Good About Old Wines (episode 21)

04 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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with JL Groux (episode 20) - Ontario Legacy 2

20 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André have the opportunity to sit down with JL Groux the winemaker from Stratus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

Honesty in Labeling (episode 19)

06 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André tackle honesty in labeling on your bottles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andre Relives His Trip to Oregon (episode 18)

23 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

André talks to Michael about his recent travels to Oregon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our First In The Car Interview (episode 17)

09 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Michael talks to André while he is en route to Oregon from the Okanagan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our PEC Trips Summary 2016 (episode 16)

25 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Having each returned from Prince Edward County, the boys discuss the good, the bad and other things about "The County". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

Time to Drink Rose, a lot of it (episode 15)

12 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

André and Michael get a little overwhelmed at the number of Rosé's that are on the shelves this summer. You should drink them all. Hosted on Acast. ...

Award Winners (episode 14)

26 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André discuss the recent competitions they judged. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pelee Island And Lake Erie North Shore (episode 13)

14 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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New Zealand Wine Tasting (episode 12)

31 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André dissect a recent New Zealand tasting that was hosted at the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Are There Too Many Varietals Grown in Ontario (episode 8)

23 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Are There Too Many Varietals Grown in Ontario (episode 8) by Two Guys Talking Wine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ABC (Anything But Chardonnay)- episode 11

19 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

ABC (Anything But Chardonnay)- episode 11 by Two Guys Talking Wine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael In Italy (episode 10)

19 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Michael In Italy (episode 10) by Two Guys Talking Wine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gotta Love Cabernet Franc (episode 9)

19 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Gotta Love Cabernet Franc (episode 9) by Two Guys Talking Wine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cuvee 2016 Wrap Up (episode 7)

19 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Cuvee 2016 Wrap Up (episode 7) by Two Guys Talking Wine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andre Insists "Meritage Is BS" (episode 6)

19 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Andre Insists "Meritage Is BS" (episode 6) by Two Guys Talking Wine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

with Donald Ziraldo (episode 5) - Ontario Legacy 1

16 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André have the opportunity to sit down with Donald Ziraldo, one of the co-founders of Inniskillin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Wrapping Up California, Austria & County Tastings (episode 4)

03 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Michael and André talk about a few of the tastings that have taken place in Toronto recently. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

Personal Biases (episode 3)

16 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we try to talk about our personal biases ... instead we talk about Cabernet Franc and Pinot Gris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

Ontario: Vintages Vs General List (episode 2)

03 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Does it matter whether your wine comes from the General List or the Vintages section? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.