Classic Wines

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 go into making their wine. Join Mikey for the second installment on his tour of Togni Vineyards (see the first Togni Vineyard installment here).

Wine bottles come in many shapes and sizes, and as wineries seek to create new trends, new styles develop. But, no matter what, there will always be a few classic bottle styles that will always stay in fashion. Today, Brian Freedman examines Burgundy and Bordeaux - two of the most historic varieties of wine. The wines used in today's episode are the Robert Mondavi 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, and the Louis Jadot 2005 Pinot Noir Bourgogne.

Have you ever decanted your wine? How about in it's own bottle? Join us this week as "The Classic Wines Minute" explains why the Soiree in-bottle decanter has earned a place on those crowded holiday and event tables. One-fifth the size of a traditional decanter, The Soiree aerates your wine in the same way that swirling in your glass does. We review a Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley while using the Soiree as our go-to in-bottle decanter. Watch how the wine is swirled around, agitating the wine, bringing in the necessary oxygen that the wine needs. After decanting the wine, you'll be able to see how both the nose and palate become more enjoyable. Join us to learn why decanting your wine is so important, and let us help you find the wine that's perfect for you.