How do you choose the best wine pairings for dessert? When should you summon the sommelier? How can you improve your smell vocabulary and learn to distinguish between different aromas?
In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm being interviewed by Scott Sexsmith of Up Close & Personal and Matt Cundill on You May Also Like.
You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks
Highlights
Is it normal to find it difficult to detect the tastes and aromas from wine tasting notes?
How can you improve your smell vocabulary and learn to distinguish between different aromas?
Does my alcohol consumption concern me, considering my family history of alcoholism?
How did wine mom culture contribute to the massive increase in women drinking during the pandemic?
What does it mean to pair the wine with the diner, not the dinner?
Can thinking more deeply about wine and food pairing increase your enjoyment of both?
What are some of my go-to wine pairings you can try?
Can you get a good bottle of wine without spending a fortune?
Which bargain wines should you try on your next trip to the wine store?
Is the enjoyment of food the gateway drug to wine?
How can you find new wines to experiment with?
What three aspects of wine make it a unique experience compared to other drinks or food?
Which aspects of wine lead to more sensual enjoyment versus other alcoholic beverages?
Why does Chianti work with tomato-based foods?
Why do I prefer to think of myself as an enthusiastic amateur, rather than an expert?
Are we making any progress in breaking down the elitism and snobbery that have historically been associated with the wine industry?
How has my taste in wine changed over the years?
Why do some wines leave you with a headache the next day while others don’t?
When should you summon the sommelier?
How does the LCBO’s purchasing power impact the wines that are available in the regions they serve?
Does your palate change as you age?
Which wines and regions have flourished in Nova Scotia?
Which type of wine pairs best with spicy Indian curries?
Why did I start the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast?
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About Scott Sexsmith and Matt Cundill
Scott Sexsmith has worked in media for over 30 years, having spent the bulk of his career in radio. In addition to Up Close & Personal, Scott also hosts a podcast with Michael Friscolanti called Inside the Village.
Matt Cundill's voice has been on radio, television and online since the 90's. More recently, he has taken on films and worked with e-learning companies to train employees and podcast companies to deliver the perfect host-read ad.
To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/272.
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