Ep 158: Beaujolais Nouveau Day with Dan Farrell-Wright, Founder of Wickhams Wine Merchants (Part 1)
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In this episode, we're joined by a special guest, Dan, the owner of Wickhams Wines—our esteemed sponsor for this season. We'll be delving into Beaujolais Nouveau Day, exploring the rich tradition and uncovering the history behind this vibrant wine celebrated every third Thursday of November.
Discover the unique characteristics of Beaujolais Nouveau, its distinct flavor profile, and why it holds a special place in the hearts of wine enthusiasts globally. As we navigate through the essence of this youthful wine, Dan shares his seasoned expertise, providing valuable insights into what makes Beaujolais Nouveau a standout in the world of wines.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
04.06: Dominic - the former president of Vin de Beaujolais.
06.30: Ordering wines with Wickhams wines
09.20: Wickham Wines 100% confidence Guarantee
12.36: Beaujolais Nouveau wines
15.09: Georges Duboeuf - referred to as the pope of Beaujolais
18.25: Quantity Vs Quality
21.10: Cécile Dardenelli, a wine maker of Domaine Bel Avenir Beaujolais Villages Nouveau
24.05: Beaujolais Nouveau tasting notes
28.10: History of Gamay Noir á Jus Blanc
31.05: Geography of Beaujolais
35.03: AOC Beaujolais - mechanization and more efficient vineyard systems
39.41: Aging Beaujolais Nouveau
41.35: Beaujolais Nouveau food pairings
44.02: Bistros in Lyon
46.28: Traveling to Lyon
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