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WineGiftsOnline.com Wine Gifts - What And Where to Buy Online
Posted on Thursday November 20, 2008

Host Brian Freedman is here to help you this holiday season. If you've got wine lovers in your life (And we hope you do), you'll want to investigate wine gifts. What could ...read more

Cellar Management Wine Cellar Management - How Long is too Long?
Posted on Thursday October 16, 2008

Brian Freedman continues his investigation of good cellaring techniques. In this episode, Brian discusses the time element in storing wine. The tricky thing about storing wine for periods of time is that ...read more

 

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Wine Cellar Management – For Love and Value Wine Cellar Management - For Love and Value
Posted on Thursday October 09, 2008

Classic Wines TV continues to explore wine collecting in this latest video about wine cellar management. Host Brian Freedman uses a bottle from his very own collection to demonstrate the two main ...read more

Under the Radar: Spanish Jumilla Showdown Under the Radar: Spanish Jumilla Showdown
Posted on Thursday September 11, 2008

If you're a wine lover, I bet you've heard of Rioja. But it seems that only true wine geeks have heard of Jumilla, a developing wine region of Spain. This up-and-coming wine ...read more

Beginner's Guide to Wine Tasting Beginner's Guide to Wine Tasting
Posted on Tuesday September 09, 2008

Brian Freedman gets down to wine tasting basics. If you have ever wondered about the proper method for tasting a wine, this video is for you. From decanting, to sniffing, to swirling, ...read more

The Cuteness Competition Australian Shiraz Showdown The Cuteness Competition: Australian Shiraz Showdown
Posted on Thursday August 28, 2008

They may be adorable, but what kind of quality will these wines bring? As one of the rising stars of the wine world, Australia has become a key player in the realm ...read more

The Value of Cognac with Alessandra Rotondi The Value of Cognac with Alessandra Rotondi
Posted on Thursday August 21, 2008

Brian Freedman sits down at Brasserie Cognac in New York to discuss the great versatility of Cognac. Alessandra Rotondi, special guest and Sommelier for Brasserie Cognac, guides Brian through the pairing theory ...read more

Battle of the Big Reds - California Cabernet Showdown Battle of the Big Reds - California Cabernet Showdown
Posted on Tuesday August 19, 2008

When it comes to wine in California, Cabernet Sauvignon is the equivalent of the 2007 New England Patriots (nevermind that one loss.) California Cab enjoys a global reputation for excellence, and in ...read more

Ordering Wine On a Date – Bottle Do’s and Don’ts Ordering Wine On a Date - Bottle Do's and Don'ts
Posted on Tuesday August 12, 2008

Host Brian Freedman meets with Classic Wines Columnist Romany Reagan to discuss wines on the dating scene. Ordering wine on a date can be tricky business, especially as you try to make ...read more

California Wine Club Wine Club Selections - California Wine Club
Posted on Thursday July 03, 2008

How many times do you wish to try a new wine but aren't sure what to look for? By joining a wine club all the hard decisions are already made for you. ...read more

Champagne Showdown Champagne Showdown
Posted on Thursday May 22, 2008

Champagne Showdown

Host Brian Freedman discusses two very findable, very affordable bottles of Champagne. Contrary to popular belief, most Champagnes are not made up of a single white grape. Instead, they ...read more

New World v Old World Old World Wine vs. New World Wine
Posted on Thursday May 01, 2008

The wine world is divided into two parts: The Old World and The New World. Understanding the differences between them will help you make better sense of the wines you encounter, guide ...read more

South of the Border Wines from Chile South of the Border Wines from Chile
Posted on Thursday January 24, 2008

There are wines that we can enjoy from all over the world, today we review two Cabernet Sauvignon wines from Chile. Join The Classic Wines Minute as Brian Freedman describes the currans, ...read more

Merlot Showdown It Is The Italian-Yes Italian Merlot Showdown
Posted on Thursday January 10, 2008

This week on The Classic Wines Minute Brian Freedman reviews two Merlot wines. What is out of the ordinary is that this is not about a French Merlot, which is where most ...read more

Vacqueyras Wine Showdown Vacqueyras Wine Showdown
Posted on Thursday August 30, 2007

Wines from Vacqueyras are explored. Made primarily from the Grenache grape and priced under $20, today we explore the Pierre Amadieu & Chateau des Hautes Ribes. Do these french wines stand up ...read more

Rose D'Anjou Wine Showdown Rose D'Anjou Wine Showdown
Posted on Friday August 24, 2007

From the Warra Valley, we compare two value priced Rose D'Anjous. Will these be your everyday dry rose - or bring something new to the table? Watch to find out! Today's Matchup: ...read more

2005 Italian Primitivo Showdown 2005 Italian Primitivo Showdown
Posted on Friday August 17, 2007

Summertime is zinfandel time - nothing goes better with barbecue than a rich, spicy California zinfandel. In this week's showdown, though, we'll be tasting primitivo from Italy's Puglia region. rnrnWhy? Because they're ...read more

Inexpensive 2005 Pinot Noir Wine Showdown Inexpensive 2005 Pinot Noir Wine Showdown
Posted on Wednesday August 08, 2007

Today we explore two wines from Vin de Pays D'Oc, a region of France. These Pinot Noirs are both priced under ten dollars.rnrnSo who will win? The more expesive Georges Duboeuf Pinot ...read more

Sparkling Prosecco Wine Showdown Sparkling Prosecco Wine Showdown
Posted on Monday July 30, 2007

Prosecco Mionetto Brut vs. Prosecco Moletto

There's more ways to enjoy a bottle of bubbly than expensive champagnes. Prosecco's offer a great alternative for any occasion deserving a bottle of sparkling ...read more

2005 Beaujolais-Villages Wine Showdown 2005 Beaujolais-Villages Wine Showdown
Posted on Friday July 20, 2007

Joseph Drouhin Beaujolais-Villages 2005 vs. Louis Jadot Beaujolais-Villages 2005:rnLet's face it, Beaujolais has a bad reputation. Most people, unfortunately, associate it with that boring, overly-fruity wine that's dumped onto the market every ...read more

2005 Malbec's from Argentina, Weekly Wine Showdown 2005 Malbec's from Argentina, Weekly Wine Showdown
Posted on Thursday July 12, 2007

Malbec is one of the most popular wines in the world these days, and it seems as if bottles of this South American red take up more and more space on wine ...read more

Cotes du Rhone, 4th of July Weekly Wine Showdown Cotes du Rhone, 4th of July Weekly Wine Showdown
Posted on Tuesday July 03, 2007

4th of July is a great holiday for experimenting with new food and wine pairings. A hot and flaming grill, produces some amazing flavors - and that's why for this barbecue season ...read more

South American Sauvignon Blancs Weekly Wine Showdown South American Sauvignon Blancs Weekly Wine Showdown
Posted on Friday June 29, 2007

When the mercury soars, few wines are more refreshing--or delicious with summertime food--than sauvignon blanc. And with some of the best values these days coming out of Chile and Argentina, we decided ...read more

Weekly Wine Showdown, Yellow Tail Pinot Grigio Weekly Wine Showdown, Yellow Tail Pinot Grigio
Posted on Tuesday June 19, 2007

In the first episode of the 'Weekly Wine Showdown' on TheCWM.com, Brian tastes two Pinot Grigios from mammoth producer Yellow Tail. Is 'The Reserve' really worth $5 more than the regular bottling? ...read more

Spanish Rioja Wines: Same Price, Same Region... Different Reviews! Spanish Rioja Wines: Same Price, Same Region... Different Reviews!
Posted on Friday June 01, 2007

Brian tastes 2 different wines from the same region, at around the same price. Which one do you think will be the better choice? This tasting is a perfect reason for all ...read more

Glenmorgan Bar and Grill Food and Wine Pairing Glenmorgan Bar and Grill Food and Wine Pairing
Posted on Wednesday April 04, 2007

Pinot Noir and salmon is a truly classic combination. But how well will a Pinot stand up to other flavors on the plate? In this episode, Brian explains why Pinot is one ...read more