Episode 236 – Popping Corks and Celebrating Shelley

Wines this episode:

• NV Nicolas Feuillatte Reserve Brut ($50 at Pilgrim’s Market) 🤩

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The CDA Gourmet Wine Word of the Week: Bung

A bung is a cylindrical or tapered plug used to seal the bunghole (opening) of a wine barrel or cask, typically made of wood, plastic, or cork. 

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Mentions: Andrea Robinson, M.S., Come Over October, Sam Lange, Matt Sparkman, Brenda Sparkman, GaryVee Wine Club.

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Some Wines we enjoyed this week: Bound Cabernet Sauvignon, Fresh Vine Cabernet Sauvignon, Anciano Reserve Tempranillo, Charles Krug Generations red blend, Amavi Cabernet Sauvignon and Sella & Mosca Riserva Cannonau di Sardegna.

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