An Interactive Wine Tasting Show. Casual conversations, wine knowledge, and vocabs.
In order to appreciate wine, you have to start with the fundamentals. In this video, get a basic introduction to the world of fine wines.
Before you even take your first sip of a wine, there’s a lot you need to know. From pouring, to swirling, to smelling, this video has it all.
Just when you think you’re ready to sample a wine, there are a few essentials that you can’t forget. In this video, let Martin the expert fill you in on just exactly what they are.
Martin and Zorro continue their exploration of red wine with a blind tasting session at The Wine Residence.
In this episode of, “The Connoisseur,” we get into the finer points of white wine tasting. Learn about the different wine-related vocabulary you’ll need to describe your white wines with the utmost sophistication and accuracy .
In the conclusion to “The Connoisseur's" series on white wine, find out if our host was able to correctly match the wines to their descriptions. While you’re at it, learn even more about white wine and white wine culture.
Marriage isn’t always about two people tying the knot. Sometimes, marriage is about the perfect pairing of food with wine. Here you’ll find a brief introduction into the art of picking the right wine for the right food.
How exactly do you know which kinds of wines should be paired with which dishes? From Cabernets to Pinot Noirs, it’s not always so simple. In this video, learn about which wines were meant to go with which flavors and how to pair them properly.
Did you know even pigeon meat has a wine that goes well with it? In this video, learn about the intricacies of pairing wines with Western dishes and how master chefs themselves bring flavors together.
Everyone likes desserts and most people like wine. Well, there's more to dessert than you may know. In this video, wet your palate with language about desserts, wines and dessert wines.
In the conclusion to The Connoisseur’s "Desserts and Liqueurs” series, get ready to see these savory pairings in action. Your mouth will certainly be watering after all the tasty language you’ll learn from this video.
Want to know how what the differences are between Old World wine and New World wine and how exactly you can differentiate them? Watch this clip.
What exactly are the tastes and textures of the Old World and New World wines? Which suit you more? Watch this and find out.
Did you know that a bottle of champagne can actually be a lethal weapon? Only if the bottle isn't opened correctly, that is. Watch Martin teach Zorro the basics of opening champagne in this episode of "The Connoisseur."
Do you know what exactly is inside a bottle of champagne? Where do those gas bubbles come from? Find out in this video!
The two venture underground into ASC's wine cellar and discuss the best conditions for storing wine. Afterwards, Martin takes Zorro on a journey around the world with three wines from America, Europe and South Africa.
Martin and Zorro discuss the intricacies of mixing different grape varieties and we learn why it is so important to keep the right conditions in the cellar.
On this episode of The Connoisseur, Martin introduces us to different types of Spanish wines, their histories and cultures. Which types of wines should you order on which occasions? What are the differences between these wines? Watch as Martin reveals to Zorro the answers to these questions and more.
"Reserva" and "Gran Reserva" are two of the most well-known types of Spanish wine, but do you know how to tell the difference between them? Why are they classified differently in the first place? Let Zorro and Martin unveil the mystery for you.
In the final installment of this episode on Spanish wine, Martin talks to us about sherry, its history, and how it's made. Cheers!
Today Martin and Zorro try the legendary Chateauneuf-du-pape. How will it go down with braised yellow croaker?
The pair discusses the philosophy behind finding the right wine to go with the right food and Zorro professes a love for duck rump.
Martin and Zorro move on to comparing two varieties of wine from the Old World and the New World. Will Zorro be able to use all he has learned to make the right combination? And, will he manage to stay sober?
Zorro dons a Mafia-esque getup to try out some Italian rosé and proves that his knowledge of wine is a lot better than his language skills.
The pair try out wines from two famous regions in Italy as well as discussing a little about what else the country is famous for.
Zorro finds out how two wines grown in the same region of Italy and made using the same type of grape can come out tasting completely different.
Zorro learns that you can only truly appreciate a wine once you understand the country that it comes from. So, what will Martin have to say about the Italian and Spanish cultures?
Ever wonder how wine is paired with Chinese food? In this episode, Martin shows us how to bring them together in perfect harmony. And don’t forget to toast at your next meal!
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