This week on Poppin’ Bottles, we’re going deep on French wine. All French, all episode.
We kicked things off with rosé, and specifically the stuff people get wrong about it. If you’ve ever written off rosé as sweet, or assumed it’s all the same, this one’s for you. We got into what actually makes a rosé dry vs. sweet, why French rosé hits different, and what to look for when you’re standing in front of a wall of pink bottles with no idea what to grab.
Then we took a trip to Bordeaux and talked Merlot. Not the Merlot you’re picturing. We got into what’s actually happening in Bordeaux right now, how oxygen plays a role in what you taste, and why the sustainable farming practices in the region matter more than most people realize.
And we wrapped things up with a wine club update. The next release is coming, and it’s all French. We talked about what’s in it, how we curate the selections, and why joining the club is the easiest way to drink better wine without having to think too hard about it.
Both wines from the episode are on the shelf at The Fox + Bottle. Come try them.
🕐 Timestamps: 0:00 – Exploring French Rosé 15:23 – Journey to Bordeaux 33:12 – Wine Club and Upcoming Release
🍷 Featured Topics:
* French Rosé: dry vs. sweet, misconceptions, what to look for
* Bordeaux Merlot: oxygen, sustainable farming, old world style
* Wine Club: next release preview, all-French curation
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