Micheal Zimberg Reports: Pride Mountain Vineyards
Roving Reporter Michael Zimberg of What Would Mikey Drink gives us an inside look at Pride Mountain Vineyards. Touring the estate with co-owner Steve Pride and winemaker Sally Johnson, Mikey is able to learn more about the tasting, barreling, and stori... Watch
Written By: Classic Wines team on Tue, Nov 18th 2008
Philip Togni Cellar Tour with Michael Zimberg
Michael Zimberg of "What Would Mikey Drink" tours the Togni Vineyards with Birgitta Togni, wife of Philip Togni. Birgitta discusses her desire to keep wines natural, and her thoughts on how to properly balance the acids, tannins, and other factors that... Watch
Written By: Classic Wines team on Tue, Nov 11th 2008
Mike Zimberg Reports: Philip Togni Vineyards
Mike Zimberg (of the popular column What Would Mikey Drink) makes his debut as a ClassicWines.com roving reporter. Armed with a camera, a few insightful questions, and a keen eye for wine, Mikey gives us an inside look at some of the hottest wine spots... Watch
Written By: Classic Wines team on Tue, Nov 4th 2008
The Value of Cognac with Alessandra Rotondi
Brian Freedman sits down at Brasserie Cognac in New York to discuss the great versatility of Cognac. Alessandra Rotondi, special guest and Sommelier for Brasserie Cognac, guides Brian through the pairing theory utilized by the restaurant. Rotondi also ... Watch
Written By: Classic Wines team on Thu, Aug 21st 2008
Lobster Flambe and the Versatility of Cognac
While food and wine pairings attempt to match flavor sets, cooking with wine instills the flavors of food and wine together. Cognac in particular is an extremely versatile wine that has developed a reputation for being great in the kitchen. In this epi... Watch
Written By: Classic Wines team on Thu, Aug 14th 2008
Ordering Wine On a Date - Bottle Do's and Don'ts
Host Brian Freedman meets with Classic Wines Columnist Romany Reagan to discuss wines on the dating scene. Ordering wine on a date can be tricky business, especially as you try to make a good first impression. Certain bottles can lead to success, while... Watch
Written By: Classic Wines team on Tue, Aug 12th 2008
Everything You Want to Know About Charles Heidsieck Champagne
Brian Freedman and Christian Holtzhausen (International House Communications Director of Charles Heidsieck) taste champagne in the beautiful Brasserie Cognac Restaurant. Watch as these two experts riff on champagne food and wine pairings, the history o... Watch
Written By: Classic Wines team on Thu, Aug 7th 2008
Burgundy Pairings at Picholine Restaurant
Ever wanted to peek into the wine cellar of a high end restaurant? Here is your chance - Join Brian Freedman and Jason Miller, General Manager and Wine Director of Picholine, as they chat about Burgundy and food and wine pairings. The wines discussed t... Watch
Written By: Classic Wines team on Thu, Jul 31st 2008
