The two venture underground into ASC's wine cellar and discuss the best conditions for storing wine. Afterwards, Martin takes Zorro on a journey around the world with three wines from America, Europe and South Africa.
Martin and Zorro discuss the intricacies of mixing different grape varieties and we learn why it is so important to keep the right conditions in the cellar.
On this episode of The Connoisseur, Martin introduces us to different types of Spanish wines, their histories and cultures. Which types of wines should you order on which occasions? What are the differences between these wines? Watch as Martin reveals to Zorro the answers to these questions and more.
"Reserva" and "Gran Reserva" are two of the most well-known types of Spanish wine, but do you know how to tell the difference between them? Why are they classified differently in the first place? Let Zorro and Martin unveil the mystery for you.
In the final installment of this episode on Spanish wine, Martin talks to us about sherry, its history, and how it's made. Cheers!
The pair discusses the philosophy behind finding the right wine to go with the right food and Zorro professes a love for duck rump.
Martin and Zorro move on to comparing two varieties of wine from the Old World and the New World. Will Zorro be able to use all he has learned to make the right combination? And, will he manage to stay sober?
Many people are aware of the Western philosopher, Voltaire, but behind his famous quotes are the genius of a great Chinese thinker.
China is now an economic superpower, setting off a "Chinese Fever" that is now spreading all over the world.
It is becoming an increasing trend for schools to offer Chinese programs. Why are so many people turning to Chinese?
The growing strength of China as an economic superpower is both a source of awe and concern for other countries.
Professor Cecilia Lindqvist sets out to understand Chinese people through Chinese characters.
During the Ming Dynasty, the Chinese made the voyage across the Western Pacific. But, why was the feat not acknowledged in history?
The quest to discover Asia did not stop with Columbus. What has drawn other countries to China?
The popularity of Christianity came to a peak during Matteo Ricci's time in China, but after his death, the Qing Dynasty vehemently opposed its practice in China.
Zamenhof had a plan to create a world language, an ambitious plan thwarted by the innate quality of language itself.
In 1870, Horace Carpentier hired a loyal servant from China named Dean Lung who would eventually come to teach him a lesson in loyalty and devotion rooted in Chinese culture.
Dean Lung, believing more people should understand China, made a great contribution to Columbia University.
What does typography mean to you? Why is it important?
Designing a new font is extremely difficult, especially since there are thousands of characters in the Chinese language.
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