Tune In to Wine with David Kohl : Bordeaux, Burgundy &; Beyond

At 2 Michelin Star Le Taillevent in Paris, dessert course is paired with 1975 Sauternes from Château Rieussec, poured from magnum. Thanks to Thomas Millet Head Sommelier: What an amazing finish to a glorious dining experience. #winepodcast #letaillevent #michelinstarchef

At Le Taillevent 2 Michelin Star in Paris, David Kohl pairs roasted Venison with a 2011 vintage Grand Puy Lacoste Bordeaux for a magical tasting experience. Head Sommelier Thomas Millet is sensational. The top NYC restaurants have a tough time competing with the best of Paris. #winepodcast #grandpuylacoste #letaillevent #michelinstarchef

At 2 Michelin Star Le Taillevent in Paris, David Kohl starts either a monkfish appetizer paired with 2015 vintage Burgundy : Macon Pierreclos. The single vineyard aged chardonnay is highlighted by hazelnut + marzipan features. Bravo to Thomas Millet Head Sommelier #winepodcast #whiteburgundy #agedchardonnay #letaillevent #michelinstarchef

Paris 9th Arrondissement is a great place find value based cafes such as Brasserie Saint Georges, where David Kohl relaxes with a glass of Cotes de Gascogne refreshing white wine blend of ugni blanc + colombard grapes #winepodcast #pariswinebar #9tharrondissement #cotesdegascogne

David Kohl continues his journey through Paris with a Champagne cruise on the Seine River. #champagne cruise #seinerivercruise

Paris is a fabulous place for Moroccan cuisine, today we lunch on Merguez Cous Cous with a bottle of Rose wine from Morocco’s Guerrouane wine growing region. #winepodcast #moroccan #guerrouanewine #parislunch

What a wonderfully transporting experience to dine at the serene Michelin-Starred Comice in the 16th Arrondissement of Paris. Wine lovers are in awe of the eclectic offerings such as this Bordeaux field blend / vin jardin Le Galouchey that breaks all the rules by including white grapes Semillon + Muscadelle along with traditional Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon. #winepodcast #vinjardin #legalouchey #winelover #bordeauxlover

Traveling Wine Pros know that when in Paris a visit to Willi’s Wine Bar is essential. Tonight we discover a gem on the wine list : Mondeuse red wine varietal, native to Savoie region of France. This selection is rich in forest scents and pairs beautifully with our dinner of roasted chicken & lamb. #williswinebarparis #mondeuse #winepodcast #winelover

At historic Pied de Cochon Bistro in Paris, the house specialty is all things pork related, and we are pleased to pair the hearty pork croquettes with a glass of Beaujolais Cru from the Chenas region. #crubeaujolais #cruchenas #parisbistro

What would a trip to Paris be without onion soup au gratin and a glass of crisp Chablis produced by Chablisienne cooperative winery, at historic bistro Pied de Cochon ? #parisbistro #chablis #pieddecochon

David Kohl embraces discovery in the wine world and is pleased to have tasted this rich red wine varietal from an appellation that is new to his knowledge base : Saumur Puy Notre Dame in the Loire Valley of France. Thanks to Gilles of Forteresse de Berrye for the introduction to this very interesting offering. #loirevalley #saumurpuynotredame #winepodcast #forteressedeberrye #appellationsoffrance

At the annual Salon Loire trade show, David Kohl is excited to highlight Pinot Noir offering from acclaimed producer Domaine Jean Marie Reverdy. #winetradeshow #salonvinsloire #pinotnoir #salondesvinsdeloire #domainejeanmariereverdy

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Dessert course at Bistro Florentin in Paris : poached pear “ Helene” served with chantilly cream and that David Kohl pairs with an eau de vie brandy produced from Pear Williams #winepodcast #eaudevie #pearwilliams #parisbistro

Back at Bistro Florentin in Paris 1st Arrondissement, David Kohl enjoys a hearty dish of Blanquette de Veau along with rich Syrah offering from The Rhone Valley’s region of St. Joseph. #winepodcast #parisbistro #blanquettedeveau #rhonevalleywine #syrahwine

David Kohl dines at Bistro Florentin in Paris, pairing his garlicky escargot dish with a mineral toned Pouilly Fume from the Loire Valley. #pouillyfume #parisbistro #winepodcast #escargots

At acclaimed wine bar O Chateau in Paris David kohl tastes a lovely Viognier from Domaine Georges Vernay, produced in Condrieu region of Northern Rhone Valley in France. #winepodcast #viognier #domainegeorgesvernay #condrieuwine #winebaf #pariswinebar

Here in Paris David Kohl visits acclaimed wine bar O Chateau and tastes this Brut Nature champagne produced by Louise Brison in Cote des Bar region. What a perfect pairing for the beautiful charcuterie platter. #winepodcast #winebar #ochateau #pariswinebar #brutnature #louisebrison

At Point Lookout Wine & Spirits on Long Island, David Kohl discovered this delicious under-$20 selection : 2023 Rose from Portugal’s Alentejo region. A blend of 3 grapes including native touriga nacional, this wine delivers a fruity + refreshing taste experience. #winepodcast #portugalwine #alentejowine #rosewine #wineducation #longislandfoodie

Today David Kohl highlights 2022 vintage Bordeaux grown in Cote de Castillon’s chalky soil region by Thierry Valette who operates Clos Puy Arnaud estate. We feature the cuvée “Les Ormeaux”, a perfect food wine pairing for David’s homemade lamb +feta empanadas. #winepodcast #wine #cotedecastillon #bordeauxlover #frenchregion #thierryvalette #clospuyarnaud

David Kohl applauds Brooklyn NY’s Red Hook Winery, founded about 15 years ago by Mark Snyder. The urban concept promotes boutique vineyards from winegrowing regions in NY State by sourcing their local grapes and then producing /bottling the selections onsite in Brooklyn, where the acclaimed tasting room offers fabulous views of the Verrazzano Bridge. Today we feature a 2019 skin contact “Orange” Chardonnay produced from grapes grown on Long Island’s North Fork. #wine #winepodcast #brooklynwine #redhookwinery #nystatewine #chardonnay

How exciting to be served the Wagyu Steak at Figo de Chao Brazilian Restaurant, prepared on a salt brick that sizzles table-side. David Kohl enjoys the experience with the special red wine blend Eulila produced by VIÑA VIK vineyards of Chile. #wagyusteak #saltbrick #fogodechao #vinavik #redwine

Here at Fogo de Chao Brazilian Restaurant on Long Island we taste the Red Wine Blend known as Eulila produced by acclaimed VIÑA VIK Vineyards of Chile. This special offering is the perfect compliment to the array of fabulous cuts of meat presented at Fogo de Chao. #wine #vinavik #fogodechao #redwine #longislandfoodie

David Kohl is pleased to support local Long Island retailer Point Lookout Wine & Spirits where he discovered this true gem : Walking Tree Cabernet Sauvignon aged in French Oak, from The Alexander Valley within California’s Sonoma County. Produced by historic Geyser Peak Winery, savvy consumers will enjoy this offering priced under $29. #wine #winepodcast #walkingtreecabernet #geyserpeakwinery #alexandervalleywine #sonomacountywine

Today David Kohl highlights a 2016 Bordeaux offering from Chateau de Foucaud produced in the region of Cadillac, known for its ability to deliver top value to wine consumers. With the current range of euro/ dollar exchange rate + tariff rates, European imports today are 30% greater than just a few years ago. So this 10 year aged Bordeaux gem that would be retail priced under $20 in The USA is a true gem. #winepodcast #wine #bordeauxwinevalues #cadillacwineregion #chateaudefoucaud

David Kohl fondly recalls his recent travels through France’s Loire Valley, where Sauvignon Blanc reigns as the prime white wine grape. While most consumers identify Sancerre as the selection of choice, pricing is key and those seeking value are wise to discover Touraine’s regional offerings such as this crisp white wine from Touraine marketed by Mary Taylor. #wine #winepodcast #sauvignonblanc #touraine #tourainewine #whitewinefromfrance

Many NYers know that Il Bacco Italian Restaurant in Queens has sponsored the construction a shrine to Italy’s Modern Saint Padre Pio. By fortunate coincidence, David Kohl had the pleasure to meet estate owners of Tenuta Fontana winery based in Pietrelcina Italy, birthplace of Padre Pio and tonight we taste their 100% organic white wine offering aged 8 months in terracotta amphora, produced from the unique Asprinio grape which is native to Campania region. The tasting experience reflects a rich golden color highlighted by almond-marzipan notes, pairing perfectly with Il Bacco’s special halibut + scallops dish. #winepodcast #padrepio #pietrelcina #organicwine #quee...

What a great special occasion place : Il Bacco in Queens NY has a terrific wine list of boutique Italian offerings that feature regional native grapes such as this crisp white wine / Pecorino selection from Abruzzo, that pairs perfectly with the chef’s special tuna tartare. #winepodcast #pecorinowine #italianwinegrapes #tunatartare #nycfoodie #queensny

At NYC’s Russian Tea Room, the specialty of the house is this marvelous Chicken Kiev dish along with a side of Mushroom Stroganoff. The dining experience is enhanced by the top wine list which features some values such as this Aligote White Burgundy produced by Pierre Morey. #russiantearoom #winepodcast #winetasting #burgundywine

David Kohl enjoys an evening in NYC at the world renowned Russian Tea Rrom, with a glass of sparkling Pinot Noir wine “ Cremant de Jura” from France, produced by Benedict & Stephane Tissot in the high elevation region close to The Alps. This wine pairs perfectly with one of the menu appetizer highlights : lamb dumplings in a warm herbal broth. #russiantearoom #frenchregion #cremant #winelover #sparklingwine

Clear Creek Distillery based along The Columbia River Gorge in Hood River, Oregon produces fruit infused spirits such as this Calvados-style Apple Brandy that is aged for 8 years in French Oak Casks. Perfect for a winter evening ! #applebrandy #hoodriver #oregonbrandy #frenchoakcasks #agedbrandy

Kip Bedell was a pioneering figure during the 1980’s founding of Long Island’s wine industry. Today Bedell Cellars produces a crisp + citrus toned Chardonnay in a style reflecting Long Island's answer to Chablis, that has been recognized by The Wine Spectator as a 91 Point offering. #wine #winepodcast #chardonnay #longislandwinery #northforkwine

Today we highlight Royal Prince brand of Pinot Noir, produced in The Santa Lucia Highlands as a collaboration between two talented veterans of California’s wine industry: David Green & Maayan Koschitzky. Santa Lucia Highlands’ proximity to Monterey Bay provides a unique micro climate that enhances the quality of these wine grapes. Royal Prince Pinot Noir 2019 offering reflects a lovely spice tone & bright cherry notes, over delivering for its price in the $30 range. #wine #winepodcast #pinotnoir #californiawine #santaluciahighlands

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The Loire Valley of France produces an impressive selection of Sauvignon Blanc offerings Sancerre is the best known Loire region, but value-conscious consumers should also discover Touraine's refreshing white wines such as "Les Lunelus" which can be found at Hampton Wines in Westhampton NY for under $20. #winelover #wine #whitewine #sauvignonblanc #touraine

David Kohl is proud to represent Burgundy wine estate Domaine Perraud, and today presents a 100% Chardonnay selection “Les Cadoles” from Macon’s Pouilly-Loche region. A top value in the $25 range, highlights include stone fruits + a vanilla spice tone. #wine #winepodcast #chardonnay #whitewine #pouillyloche

David Kohl visits the newly restored Peacock Alley Hotel Bar ay NYC’s iconic Waldorf Astoria Hotel. Holiday decor is glorious, and the wine list features by-the-glass gems like this mineral rich golden Chablis produced by Drouhin Vaudon, to pair with our hearty bar bites selection of beef fat fries. #wine #winepodcast #waldorfastoria #nycholidays #peacockalleyloungenyc #winelover #nycfoodie #chablis

David Kohl was excited to review the wine list at Peacock Alley, Waldorf Astoria’s newly re-launched hotel lobby lounge. What a wonderful surprise to find Bordeaux’s iconic Chateau Margaux’s 3rd wine offered by-the-glass : “Margaux du Chateau Margaux” a truly exquisite selection that provided a new tasting discovery for David, because the vineyard estate only produces this value line during selected bountiful harvests. The elegant & liquid mineral character of Chateau Margaux shines through, for a smooth as silk experience that pairs perfectly with brioche beef sliders.

#wine #winepodcast #chateaumargaux #margauxwine #waldorfastoria #nycholidays #nycfoodie #beefsliders

David Kohl visits Insignia Steakhouse on Long Island, where the excellent wine list includes by the glass pours of iconic Napa selections such as this 2022 Joseph Phelps offering. What a perfect pairing for a 16 oz Australian Wagyu Ribeye. This is a terrific place to celebrate a special occasion. #wine #winepodcast #napacabernet #winelover #wagyuribeye #longislandfoodie #australianwagyu #steakhouse #josephphelps

Today’s wine trade is very much interested in the younger generation of drinkers, and is producing low alcohol brands to appeal to a broader audience. Traditional White Bordeaux is 12% alcohol content but today we taste a Sauvignon Blanc @ only 6% from Tutiac wine cooperative in Bordeaux’s Blaye region. A nose of strong citrus tones is fresh and appealing. The fruity taste is easy to drink and works well as a food wine, although lower acidity due to the restrained alcohol. #wine #winepodcast #lowalchoholwine #6%wine #tutiacwine #whitebordeaux