Listen to this make-believe story about how the twelve animals were selected to be the animals of the Chinese Zodiac. What terrible thing did the rat do to get its bad reputation and why do cats hate rats?!
In order to appreciate wine, you have to start with the fundamentals. In this video, get a basic introduction to the world of fine wines.
Before you even take your first sip of a wine, there’s a lot you need to know. From pouring, to swirling, to smelling, this video has it all.
Just when you think you’re ready to sample a wine, there are a few essentials that you can’t forget. In this video, let Martin the expert fill you in on just exactly what they are.
Martin and Zorro continue their exploration of red wine with a blind tasting session at The Wine Residence.
In this episode of, “The Connoisseur,” we get into the finer points of white wine tasting. Learn about the different wine-related vocabulary you’ll need to describe your white wines with the utmost sophistication and accuracy .
In the conclusion to “The Connoisseur's" series on white wine, find out if our host was able to correctly match the wines to their descriptions. While you’re at it, learn even more about white wine and white wine culture.
Marriage isn’t always about two people tying the knot. Sometimes, marriage is about the perfect pairing of food with wine. Here you’ll find a brief introduction into the art of picking the right wine for the right food.
How exactly do you know which kinds of wines should be paired with which dishes? From Cabernets to Pinot Noirs, it’s not always so simple. In this video, learn about which wines were meant to go with which flavors and how to pair them properly.
Did you know even pigeon meat has a wine that goes well with it? In this video, learn about the intricacies of pairing wines with Western dishes and how master chefs themselves bring flavors together.
Everyone likes desserts and most people like wine. Well, there's more to dessert than you may know. In this video, wet your palate with language about desserts, wines and dessert wines.
In the conclusion to The Connoisseur’s "Desserts and Liqueurs” series, get ready to see these savory pairings in action. Your mouth will certainly be watering after all the tasty language you’ll learn from this video.
Want to know how what the differences are between Old World wine and New World wine and how exactly you can differentiate them? Watch this clip.
What exactly are the tastes and textures of the Old World and New World wines? Which suit you more? Watch this and find out.
Did you know that a bottle of champagne can actually be a lethal weapon? Only if the bottle isn't opened correctly, that is. Watch Martin teach Zorro the basics of opening champagne in this episode of "The Connoisseur."
Do you know what exactly is inside a bottle of champagne? Where do those gas bubbles come from? Find out in this video!
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!
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