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High Definition Video Podcast Understanding Wine. Video interviews with famous wine makers. Travel videos of wine country complete with wine vineyard profiles. Wine ratings and reviews in the style of Wine Spectator, Wine Advocate, Wine Enthusiast, and Robert Parker. Visits to Napa Valley, Sonoma Valley, Bordeaux, France, Burgundy, Italy, Germany, and many many more.
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Music for Midnight: Downtempo | TripHop | Ambient | Chill Out | Lounge | Independent Electronica. Curated by Austin Beeman
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The sultry vocals and blissful beats of Downtempo Electronica. Darkly cinematic ambient soundscapes. The smoky urban sound of NuJazz. The melancholy lyrics of singer-songwriters. The crystalline precision of modern-classical. Discover a sophisticated blend of podsafe music. Indie music -- perfect for late-night listening. All Curated by Austin Beeman Music midnight; a place where genre dissolves into darkness and mood is everything. · Music for the comfort of an easy chair. · Music for makin ...
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A Hidden Vineyard in the Heart of Paris: the Clos Montmartre Explore Clos Montmartre, one of Paris’s best-kept secrets—a working vineyard tucked away in the charming streets of Montmartre. On this exclusive tour, Laurence Debart-Johner takes you through a place rarely open to the public. Learn how this vineyard survived urban development due to the…
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Explore the historic Domaine Long-Depaquit in Chablis, France, a renowned estate producing some of the finest Chablis wines. Join me on a tour of the stunning property, and traditional cellars where this legendary wine is crafted. 2024 Along the way, we’ll uncover what makes this region's Chardonnay so distinctive, and discover why Chablis wines ar…
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Caelesta Vineyard: Templeton Gap's Hidden Gem. A Day with Family Winemaker Brian Farrell Jr.
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Join Austin Beeman as he tastes rich Rhone and Spanish style of Caelesta Vineyard with family winemaker Brian Farrell Jr. We'll visit the Celeste vineyard located perfectly in the Templeton Gap AVA near Paso Robles, California. Then we'll head to the tasting patio as Brian tastes Austin through a lineup of the wines, talking about their production …
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R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia | Discover the Ancient Cellars with Austin Beeman | Haro, Rioja.
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Join Austin Beeman as he explores the iconic R. Lopez de Heredia Vina Tondonia winery in Haro, Rioja, Spain. https://www.lopezdeheredia.com/indexgb.html THIS IS A SPECIAL SECRET EPISODE OF UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN http://www.austinbeeman.com/podcast Established in 1877, this winery is one of Spain's oldest and most revered, known for i…
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Join Gretchen Voelcker, the owner and winemaker of Luna Hart Wines, as she takes us on a tour of Hendricks Vineyard in Ballard Canyon - a key source of grapes for her small-production, minimal intervention wines. https://lunahartwines.com Learn about Gretchen's passion project, Luna Hart, which she started in 2014 with a focus on unique varietals l…
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Sustainability and Syrah in Ballard Canyon | Piazza Family Wines | Winemaker Gretchen Voelcker
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Join Gretchen Voelcker, the winemaker at Piazza Family Wines, as she takes us on a tour of their stunning estate vineyard in Ballard Canyon. Learn about the region's distinctive limestone soils, coastal fog patterns, and sun and wind exposure that contribute to the exceptional quality of their handcrafted, minimal-intervention wines. http://www.pia…
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"We Are All Connected" - Future Perfect | Tasting with Sunny Doench Stricker at Diamond Sky Ranch
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Join Sunny Doench Stricker, the passionate owner and winemaker of Future Perfect Wines, as she takes us on an intimate tour through her thoughtfully crafted wine portfolio. Discover the unique terroir of Santa Barbara County and how it inspires Sunny's winemaking approach, focused on Old World-style balance and drinkability. https://futureperfectwi…
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In this episode of "Understanding Wine with Austin Beeman," Austin is at Tank Garage Winery's brand-new filling station in Paso Robles, California, tasting a lineup of unique wines with general manager Ed Feuchuk. From their bold blends to innovative rosés and pét-nat sparklers, Tank Garage Winery embraces an unconventional winemaking style. Their …
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Creative and Unique White Wines from Paso Robles | Monochrome Wines with Winemaker David McGee
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Join Austin Beeman as he visits Tin City in Paso Robles, California, to meet with David McGee, owner and winemaker of Monochrome Wines. David shares his passion for crafting distinctive white wine blends that showcase the diverse terroir of the region. https://monochromewines.com Discover the story behind Monochrome Wines and David's unconventional…
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Join wine enthusiast Austin Beeman as he introduces you to PasoSecco, the first and only Charmat-style sparkling wine made exclusively with grapes from Paso Robles, California. In this video, Austin talks with PasoSecco's founder and vintner, Chris Kern, to discuss the unique process behind this refreshing and delicious sparkling wine. https://paso…
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Welcome to the 100th episode of "Understanding Wine with Austin Beeman"! In this special episode, I'm diving deep into the heart of Portugal's wine culture at WOW Porto (World of Wine), a cultural complex that's a paradise for wine lovers and a treasure trove of Portuguese heritage. 🌍🍇 Why Portugal is a Must-Visit for Wine Enthusiasts: Portugal is …
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🍇 Embark on a Wine Adventure with José Sá at WOW Porto's Wine School 🍷 An exclusive interview with José Sà, the visionary director of The Wine School at WOW (World of Wine) in Porto. Immerse yourself in a world where old Port storage houses have been transformed into a vibrant cultural hub. At the heart of WOW, José shares his philosophy that under…
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Welcome to my travel and wine channel! In this short yet captivating video, we embark on a visual journey to explore the stunning blue azulejos (traditional Portuguese tiles) of Pinhão Train Station, nestled in the heart of Portugal's Douro Valley. 🔹 About the Pinhão Train Station: Pinhão is a key town in the Douro wine region, famous for its breat…
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A tour of Graham's Port Lodge. A tour guide explains the aging process and different types of port wines at Graham's cellar. The guide mentions that the cellar has seven million liters of port aging, with the oldest wine dating back to 1882. He also discusses the different styles of port, such as Ruby and Tawny, and how they are aged differently to…
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Fonseca Bin 27 Port: Tasting with 6th Generation Winemaker David Guimaraens and Austin Beeman
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A conversation between David Guimaraens and Austin Beeman about Fonseca Bin 27, a young and fruity port wine. Guimaraens describes the wine as full-bodied and rich, with a concentration of black currant fruit. He explains that the grapes used to make the port come from the Douro Valley, which has a hot mountain climate that contributes to the inten…
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Fonseca 1985 Vintage Port: Tasting with 6th Generation Winemaker David Guimaraens and Austin Beeman
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David Guimaraens, the 6th generation winemaker, discusses his pride in a vintage port made by his father, the Fonseca 1985. He emphasizes the pleasure of drinking a mature vintage port and the complexity it offers. Guimaraens also mentions the cult following of the Fonseca 1985 and its ability to age well. He and Austin Beeman, the interviewer, dis…
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David Guimaraens, a sixth-generation winemaker at Fonseca, discusses the history and winemaking process of the renowned vintage port house. https://www.fonseca.pt/en He explains that Fonseca is located in Vila Nova de Gaia, separate from the vineyards in the Douro region where the grapes are grown. Guimaraens describes how his ancestors built relat…
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Rita Marta, a member of the Martha family (https://marthasgroup.com), gives a tour of their old cellars in the Douro Valley. The walls of the main house date back to 1727, although they have been reconstructed over time. The family has been in the grape-growing business since then, but only started making wine in the early 19th century. They initia…
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Visit the Nacional Vineyard of Quinta do Noval with Austin Beeman in Portugal. The Nacional vineyard at Quinta do Noval in Portugal is considered one of the most important vineyards in the world. It survived phylloxera which devastated European vineyards in the late 1800s. The plot is the only survivor of the disease in the Douro Valley, and the re…
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Visit Quinta do Bomfim (Dow's Port) in Pinhão, Portugal with Austin Beeman. This guided tour of the winery discusses the history of the winery, the nature of the Douro Valley, the process of Port Wine production, and the barrel aging that creates the diversity in port styles. Shot on location at Quita do Bomfim in November 2023. You'll learn about …
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COMING SOON TO UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN I recently spent two weeks in Portugal traveling and visiting wineries. Videos from this adventure are coming over the next few weeks. Featuring: Fonseca Quinta do Noval Graham's Martha's Ports Quinta do Bomfim The Wine Experience at WOW Porto The Wine School at WOW Porto Work With Austin Send Me…
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Turns out that the wine here is really cheap. Coimbra, Portugal. November 6, 2023 *** FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman WORK WITH AUSTIN: http://www.austinbeeman.com/about-me or acbwine@gmail.com…
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As Karoline Walch and I walked the vineyards, the important concept of sustainability came up. “My family has been here for five generations and I hope the vineyards go on for the next five generations in the same family hands. So it's obvious that what we do today is really also about thinking of the next generation. What we take out today is some…
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Kastelaz has the prestigious additional denomination of VIGNA. It is an additional mention of a smaller geographical origin and designs the smallest historical / geographical unit of a vineyard. Every single Vigna must be officially admitted and registered within the regional government. It expresses the ultimate thought of terroir philosophy with …
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The Elena Walch winery in Alto Adige / Sudtirol is iconic and inspirational. Elena’s arrival in 1980s launched a quality transformation that would reset what was possible for this mountainous region that is part Italian and part German. Having sold these wines since 2004 - first at Walt Churchill’s Market and now at Cutting Edge Selections - I was …
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The Wines of Agricola Foradori are made for aging, but so few people get a chance to try them that way. Winemaker Theo Zierock takes us into the cellars and talk about the experience of these mature wines. Special thanks: Theo Zierock of Agricola Foradori https://www.agricolaforadori.com/en/wines/ Steve Noel http://childrenofthegrape.com FOLLOW AUS…
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Of course, wine is made in the vineyard, but as Winemaker Theo Zierock of Agricola Foradori shows us, it also requires interesting work in the cellar. In the video Zierock discusses the winemaking process, shows fermentation tanks, aging barrels, and a cellar filled with amphora. Some highlights include The new “dream destemmer” Why there are diffe…
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Some brief thoughts from Winemaker Theo Zierock of Agricola Foradori in the vineyards of Italy. In Europe, "We've killed everything that can kill us," but bears and wolves are returning. Thoughts on Vitis Vinifera (the wine grape) and how it is grown around the world. Demonstration of Marcottage : how to handle dead vines and create new ones withou…
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Farming for Wine at Agricola Foradori: Biodynamics, Cover Crops, and the Honor of Being a Farmer
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There is something special about farming for wine. Winemaker Theo Zierock of Agricola Foradori discussed the topic during my visit. In this video, I’ve put together some of his most passionate highlights. the value of regional farming cover crops the traditional and modern ways of trellising a vineyard and the honor of being a farmer. Special thank…
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Kanye West and Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio, or How to Keep a Good Wine Region Down. Agricola Foradori
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Kanye West's celebrity endorsement! Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio's stranglehold on the winemakers of the region! Theo Zierock of Agricola Foradori discusses the challenges that get in the way of their wine region expressing its full potential. "Don't! Just don't!" Special thanks: Theo Zierock of Agricola Foradori https://www.agricolaforadori.com/e…
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Theo Zierock on the Dolomites, Teroldego, and the Vineyards of Agricola Foradori Episode #84 of Understanding Wine with Austin Beeman Agricola Foradori is located in the Piana Rotaliana, a 700 hectare region in Italy surrounded by the Monte di Mezzocorona, the Grandos, and the Adige Valley. The region is known for its unique soil composition, forme…
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Each of the wine bottles of Agricola Foradori tell a different story with their shapes. Theo Zierock walks us through what it all means for the wine. https://www.agricolaforadori.com/en/wines/ FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.…
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The winemaker of the historic Enjingi winery in Slovonia, Croatia opens a beautiful bottle of 1994 Grasevina white wine. Completely zero sulfur, the wine was showing fresh and beautiful. FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/un…
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A short video from the commanding heights of Dingač Vineyard, Croatia's Grand Cru. https://www.vinumusa.com FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.t…
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A 13 minute Master Class in Oregon Pinot Noir with Owner and Winemaker Ken Wright of Ken Wright Cellars. This is Episode #83 of Understanding Wine with Austin Beeman --- Ken Wright starts with the inherent characteristics of Pinot Noir and the importance of place to the profile of Pinot Noir. --- Wright then discusses the parent material and the Co…
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Jason Lett, owner and winemaker of The Eyrie Vineyards discusses their experimental planting of Chasselas in the Willamette Valley and the strange way they trellis the sprawling vines. Originally seen on https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understand…
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Jason Lett, owner and winemaker of The Eyrie Vineyards discusses a special italian tractor that is used to mow between the vines of his vineyards. Originally seen on https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman #shorts #quicksips of #wine FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine In…
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Jason Lett, owner and winemaker of The Eyrie Vineyards talks about Pinot Meunier and show sparkling wine might have been his father, David Lett's, back-up plan for Oregon Wine Country. Originally seen on https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman #shorts #quicksips of #wine FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Facebook: https:/…
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Jason Lett, owner and winemaker of The Eyrie Vineyards talks about the long history of making organic wine on their Oregon Willamette Valley vineyards. Originally seen on https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman #shorts #quicksips of #wine FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwi…
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Jason Lett, owner and winemaker of The Eyrie Vineyards on Trousseau. That red wine grape that has surprisingly much in common with white wines. Originally seen on https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Austin…
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Jason Lett, owner and winemaker of The Eyrie Vineyards discusses how his father, David Lett, accidentally planted Melon de Bourgogne. Originally seen on https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman #shorts #quicksips of #wine FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Instagram: http…
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Austin Beeman visits the Original Vines of Eyrie Vineyards with Owner and Winemaker Jason Lett of The Eyrie Vineyards. In this long video, shot amongst the Original Vines, Jason Lett discusses the terroir of the vineyard, the effect of a variety of soil types, the benefits and challenges of own-rooted grapevines, and a little of the history of the …
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Family Owner and Winemaker Ben Casteel of Bethel Heights Vineyard shows Austin Beeman around his old vines. Specifically some own-rooted Wente Clone Chardonnay and Geneva Double Curtain Trellising. Filmed on location at Bethel Heights Vineyards in the Eola-Amity Hills AVA of Oregon. *** THIS IS EPISODE #81 OF UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN V…
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FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman CHECK OUT: UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN Video Podcast: http://www.austinbeeman.com/podc…
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Owner and Winemaker of Bethel Heights Vineyard in the Eola-Amity Hills AVA, Ben Casteel talks about own-rooted Wente Chardonnay and shows why this is such a desired type of Chardonnay Originally seen on https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman #shorts #quicksips of #wine CHECK OUT: UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN Video Podcast: http://www.austin…
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FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman CHECK OUT: UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN Video Podcast: http://www.austinbeeman.com/pod…
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Jason Lett, owner and winemakers of The Eyrie Vineyards shows how a bottle of bleach can help protect #organic vineyards. Originally seen on https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman #shorts #quicksips of #wine FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Instagram: https://www.inst…
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Independent Wine Media in the Post-COVID World: How Wineries, Regions, and Content Creators Can Effectively Collaborate.
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Independent Wine Media in the Post-COVID World: How Wineries, Regions, and Content Creators Can Effectively Collaborate. By Austin Beeman "2020 was the year the wine business changed. Restaurants and Tasting Rooms were closed. Digital direct sales became dominant. Racial and sexual discrimination in the industry was exposed. In this New Normal, Con…
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Explore Glen Manor Vineyards in Front Royal, Virginia with Owner / Winegrower Jeff White. Bump through the biodiverse vineyards, learn the history, and soar about the vineyards with drone photography. *** THIS IS EPISODE #80 OF UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN Video Podcast: http://www.austinbeeman.com/podcast Itunes Podcast: https://podcasts.…
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Austin Beeman interviews Filmmakers Mark Ryan and Mark Johnston about their Lebanese Wine documentary: Wine and War. WINE and WAR The Untold Story of Wine in the Middle East is a feature documentary about the history of winemaking in Lebanon and the resilience of the Lebanese entrepreneurial spirit seen through the lens of war and instability. http…
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