
Join Brenden Wood, Red Winemaker at J. Lohr, as he takes us through an in-depth masterclass on blending wines.
Alongside Assistant Tasting Room Manager Suzanne O'Toole and Marketing Manager Josh Baldovino, Brenden demonstrates the intricacies of blending Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot to achieve ideal wine profiles for both Old World and Paso Robles styles.
Learn about the science and artistry behind wine blending, the significance of minute percentage changes, and the team dynamics involved in creating J. Lohr's flagship Cabernets.
Whether you're a wine enthusiast or a casual drinker, this episode offers fascinating insights into the meticulous process of crafting premium wines.
Cheers!
Timestamp:
00:00 Introduction to Cabernet Blending
00:20 The Science Behind Winemaking
00:45 Meet the Experts
01:29 Blending Process Explained
01:56 Tasting and Analyzing Varietals
03:04 Characteristics of Different Wines
06:07 Blending Techniques and Goals
14:10 Old World vs New World Blends
14:49 Practical Blending Session
29:45 Blending Wine: The 60-40 Experiment
30:09 Challenges of Wine Sampling
30:45 Smell and Taste: The 60-40 Blend
31:49 Finding the Perfect Blend
33:05 The Pressure of Winemaking
34:19 Team Collaboration in Blending
39:43 The Science and Art of Winemaking
42:38 Exploring Different Blends
57:05 Final Thoughts and Future Episodes
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J. Lohr Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon
https://www.jlohr.com/wines/2022-hilltop-cabernet-sauvignon
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