Your host, Andrea, SERIOUSLY overuses the word “lovely” in this episode. As a matter of fact, it annoyed her so much, she wanted to redo the episode. However, producer Lukas Sluzar felt there is valuable information in this podcast, so Andrea bit the bullet and allowed it to air. Count the number of times she says lovely, and you could win a prize!! (email your answer to spillthewinepodcast@gmail.com) In this episode, we visit Italian winery Commisso Estates and speak with the owner, Frank. Frank shares his feelings about making wine affordable and delicious (and of course, LOVELY).

Produced by: Lukas Sluzar. Recorded June 12, 2024

Show notes: Commisso Estate Winery: www.commisso.ca

Wines sampled: Sparking Chardonnay (2022), Pinot Gris (2020), Rose, Red blend, Cabernet Sauvignon (2021), Cabernet Franc (2017)

If you are a red wine lover, this is the episode for you! Your host, Andrea Morris, takes you one of the wineries in the Bench area that is renowned for their hearty reds – Kacaba Vineyards Winery. Charles will be our wine steward for the day and guide us through a tasting of a variety of wines, beginning with some bubbly, and ending with deep, rich reds. We will also discuss the history of Kacaba Vineyards and learn how this vineyard was saved from becoming a housing development and became an award-winning winery.

Produced by: Lukas Sluzar recorded June 12, 2024

Show Notes: Kacaba Vineyards Winery: www.kacaba.com

Wines sampled: 2023 Effervescence Sparkling, 2022 Jennifer’s Pinot Gris, 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, 2020 Syrah (Proprietor’s Block), 2020 Reserve Syrah

Welcome to the first episode of Spill the Wine – a podcast obviously about WINE! Wine is the one beverage that people seem to think they can’t enjoy unless they know something about it, which is quite odd when you think about it. But have no fear - we are hear to help you learn about wine, debunk some myths, and introduce you to the wonderful Bench area of the Niagara Wine region. We begin our journey with a visit to Cornerstone Winery, a family-run business that is one of the few wineries in the area that makes fruit wines. Nina shares some history of the winery and the thought process behind some of their most popular wines. There’s also a surprise visit from Sarah from London Born Wines too!

Produced by: Lukas Sluzar; recorded June 12, 2024

Show notes: Cornerstone Estate Winery website: www.cornerstonewinery.com

Wines sampled: Bad Moon Riesling (2020), Blush Hour 2, Cabernet Franc 2016, Fizzy Peach, Port