Episode 232 – The Come Over October Movement: Wine, Love and Togetherness with Karen MacNeil

Get ready to uncork the magic of harvest season with today’s special guest, wine legend Karen MacNeil as we celebrate the inaugural Come Over October movement, a joyful invitation to share wine, stories and connection with friends and family. As the award-winning author of The Wine Bible (now in its 3rd edition!), Karen brings her unparalleled expertise and infectious enthusiasm to our conversation. We’ll dive into the spirit of Come Over October, explore the possibility of going with lighter wine bottles and taste through two amazing wines. Pour a glass, gather ’round and join the movement! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #SipTrackEarn

 Wines this episode:

• 2023 Big Table Farm “Laughing Pig” Rosé (at the winery $36) 💥
• 2019 Cantine Povero Batù Barbaresco (Purchased for $40 at Terroir Fine Wine; no longer available) 🤩 **Shelley and Phil tasted
• 2019 Marchesi di Gresy Martinenga Barbaresco (Around $67 and no longer available) **Karen MacNeil tasted

To find out everything going on in Karen MacNeil’s world, please visit https://winespeed.com and come on over to the Come Over October website by visiting https://www.comeoveroctober.com

A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Rocky Pond, Seasons of Coeur d’Alene and The Cuvée App!

Rocky Pond Winery: Rocky Pond a family-owned powerhouse committed to creating the finest Bordeaux and Rhône blends. They invite you to become a friend, celebrate life to the fullest and join them at Rocky Pond. Rocky Pond Winery – Unforgettable Wine Experiences, Shared with Family and Friends. For more information, please visit https://rockypondwinery.com

Seasons of Coeur d’Alene: Experience the best of Coeur d’Alene’s culinary scene at Seasons, where farm-to-table cuisine meets elegant ambiance. Savor seasonal menus crafted with locally sourced ingredients, enjoying exceptional service in a sophisticated setting perfect for any occasion. Visit https://www.seasonsofcda.com/ for more information or call 208-664-8008.

The Cuvée App: Plan your Napa Valley wine trips with ease using Cuvée! With instant access to over 200 wineries, customize and book experiences so you can relax and focus on enjoying California’s finest wines. Download the app in the Apple app store for your perfect Napa adventure or visit https://www.cuvee.app/ for more information.

And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music, which is ANYthing but average. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to!

The Social Web Wine Word of the Week: Sulfur

Sulfur, in the form of sulfites, is a naturally occurring and intentionally added preservative in wine that prevents spoilage and oxidation, but excessive levels can affect flavor and cause sensitivity issues in some consumers.

The Social Web: The Social Web is helping small businesses untangle the web of social media marketing. For more information, please visit https://thesocialweb.news  

Mentions: Kimberly Charles, Gino Colangelo, The Champagne Bureau, Wines of Chile, Wines of South Africa, Wines of Australia, Wines of New Zealand, The Chianti Classico Consortium, The Prosecco Consortium, Total Wine and More, The Washington Wine Wine Association, The Oregon Wine Board, The Texas Wine Board, Kevin Olsonberg, Jancis Robinson, Trevor Treller, Kermit Lynch, Element[AL] Wines, Andrea Robinson, Tim Carl and Huge Bear Winery.

Some of the organizations that are embracing Come Over October:

1. The Champagne Bureau: https://www.champagne.fr/en
2. Wines of Chile: https://www.winesofchile.org
3. Wines of South Africa: https://www.wosa.co.za
4. Wines of Australia: https://www.australianwine.org
5. Wines of New Zealand: https://www.nzwine.com
6. The Chianti Classico Consortium: https://www.chianticlassico.com
7. The Prosecco Consortium: https://www.prosecco.it/en/

Some Wines we enjoyed this week: K Vintners The Deal Syrah, J. Bookwalter The Protagonist, Rivaura Cabernet Sauvignon, Gilbert Cellars Left Bank, Maestro Brunello di Montalcino, Emmolo Merlot, Nicolas Potel Chablis and Mary Taylor Coteaux du Giennois Rouge.

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