As much as we enjoy our big juicy reds during the summer, we sometimes yearn for something lighter.  Hugh has the answer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As much as we enjoy our big juicy reds during the summer, we sometimes yearn for something lighter.  Hugh has the answer.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Light Summer Reds

Al has had the pleasure of visiting this super Barolo producer twice and loves their high-quality product, even at the lower price points.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Al has had the pleasure of visiting this super Barolo producer twice and loves their high-quality product, even at the lower price points.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Gagliardo of Barolo

Possibly the best known of the unknown wines, Austria's Gruner makes a bold statement and insists on greater attention.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Possibly the best known of the unknown wines, Austria's Gruner makes a bold statement and insists on greater attention.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Gruner Veltliner of Austria

Believe it of not, Al Spoler loves having a box of good wine around, and he explains why we should drink Bota Box wine without shame or hesitation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Believe it of not, Al Spoler loves having a box of good wine around, and he explains why we should drink Bota Box wine without shame or hesitation.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Bota Box Wines

When grilling season comes round there's nothing like a big full-bodied red to pair with all those steaks and chops.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When grilling season comes round there's nothing like a big full-bodied red to pair with all those steaks and chops.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Full Bodied Summer Reds

Italy's premier bubbly has caught on in a big way.  Hugh looks at the different styles available out there.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Italy's premier bubbly has caught on in a big way.  Hugh looks at the different styles available out there.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Prosecco

The quintessential light dry white wine appears in a wide variety of guises. Al takes a look at three good ones.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The quintessential light dry white wine appears in a wide variety of guises. Al takes a look at three good ones.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Sauvignon Blanc

There's something about sipping pink wine at sunset that puts the world right.  Hugh recommends three that should fit the bill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's something about sipping pink wine at sunset that puts the world right.  Hugh recommends three that should fit the bill.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

A Perfect Time for Rosés

We're always on the lookout for great values, and Al has found a super line of wines that pack a lot of punch for just $15 across the board.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're always on the lookout for great values, and Al has found a super line of wines that pack a lot of punch for just $15 across the board.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Hayes Valley Reds

Al Spoler and Hugh Sisson taste and review some of the finest wines around the world and from our Maryland wineries.

We are still finding wonderful chardonnays from all over the world.  Hugh did some digging in South Africa and came up with these.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are still finding wonderful chardonnays from all over the world.  Hugh did some digging in South Africa and came up with these.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

South African Chardonnay

The world of Italian wine offers endless surprises and Al encountered a pair of delicious wines that we new to him plus an old friend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The world of Italian wine offers endless surprises and Al encountered a pair of delicious wines that we new to him plus an old friend.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

New From Italy

It's odd that one of the world's greatest grapes is also one of the most over-looked.  Hugh reviews three Rieslings from Germany.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's odd that one of the world's greatest grapes is also one of the most over-looked.  Hugh reviews three Rieslings from Germany.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Springtime for Rieslings

The Iberian Peninsula of Spain and Portugal offers a bounty of refreshing whites for springtime sipping.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Iberian Peninsula of Spain and Portugal offers a bounty of refreshing whites for springtime sipping.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Spring Bargains from Spain and Portugal

We came away from a visit to Piemonte, Italy firmly believing that the wines known as Langhe Nebbiolo were among the best values around.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We came away from a visit to Piemonte, Italy firmly believing that the wines known as Langhe Nebbiolo were among the best values around.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Langhe Nebbiolo

Clos La Chance is a medium sized Central Coast California winery that is turning out budget friendly varietal wines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clos La Chance is a medium sized Central Coast California winery that is turning out budget friendly varietal wines.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Clos La Chance from California

The white Burgundies from St. Veran offer great quality at very reasonable prices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The white Burgundies from St. Veran offer great quality at very reasonable prices.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

St. Veran

The Mediterranean islands of Sicily and Corsica have wine traditions older than the hills.  Today's updated offerings are fun to explore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mediterranean islands of Sicily and Corsica have wine traditions older than the hills.  Today's updated offerings are fun to explore.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Sicily and Corsica

Hard cider, in all its forms, is a delicious alternative to beer and wine; and Hugh has a rundown of choices for you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hard cider, in all its forms, is a delicious alternative to beer and wine; and Hugh has a rundown of choices for you.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Cider

Spring is the perfect time to enjoy a good glass of Rioja, Spain's favorite wine, a sophisticated medium bodied wine with intriguing flavors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spring is the perfect time to enjoy a good glass of Rioja, Spain's favorite wine, a sophisticated medium bodied wine with intriguing flavors.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Rioja

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