Veneto by the Glass
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Hosted by Renée Sferrazza and Michael Fagan, this mini-series was developed for IEEM in support of the wine regions of Veneto. Each episode features one of Veneto’s sub-region including: Bardolino, Lison-Pramaggiore, Valpolicella and Prosecco. |
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George Brown College - Wine Symposium - podcast
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Learn from Jancis Robinson, one of the world’s foremost wine experts and Michael Fagan, an internationally recognised professional and expert in the wine, spirits, and beer industry. They discuss anything and everything about wine, including education, business, writing, pairing, and past and present wine trends. |
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THE DRUNKEN GRAPE - The Virtual Happy Hour
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Rob Statham host of The Drunken Grape features Michael Fagan on episode 5 of his Virtual Happy Hour Experience series. This is a great discussion with LCBO Podcast and Canadian Wine Legend Michael Fagan as we discuss his 38 years in the wine business. We talk about his personal journey as well as his current role as a consultant with his own company as well as an educator with George Brown College in Toronto. |
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Confucius was a Foodie with Christine Cushing
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Confucius was a Foodie is "A New World Adventure in an Ancient Cuisine"
In this new 13-part TV documentary series, celebrity Chef Christine Cushing eats, cooks and explores her way through the world, looking at the surprising influence of Chinese cuisines. |
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Michael Fagan joins Christine Cushing to discuss wine and Chinese cuisines.
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LCBO - Discover Video Series
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Explore the region of Beaujolais, and see the stunning range of reds produced from a single grape, gamay. Beaujolais Nouveau may have captured the world's attention, but you haven't fully experienced this region's bounty until you've sampled the treasures of the Cru Beaujolais. Produced in 2014 |
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Burgundy's influence in the world of wine far outreaches its geographic footprint. It is the home of pinot noir, a grape that has captured the imagination of winemakers around the globe. Join Michael Fagan on an exploration of Burgundy's historic vineyards and cellars and learn why these wines represent the benchmark for pinot noir production. Produced in 2014
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Chardonnay is the white grape of Burgundy and this moderate growing region of France is where you find some of it's greatest expressions. Names like Montrachet, Chablis and Pouilly-Fuissé. This is the region where the chardonnay grape developed and today it's made in a range of styles. From bone-dry wines with minerality and acidity to full-bodied wines with complex tropical fruit, citrus and spice. In this program, discover the white wines of Burgundy. Produced in 2014
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The LCBO takes you on journey through the wine styles of Northern Italy. In part three of a three-episode series exploring the wines of Italy, Michael Fagan hosts this journey through Northern Italy, the land of brilliant sparkling wines, rare truffles, and big, bold Barolo. Opening with a gondola ride in the canals of Venice, the tour passes through Veneto to discover the unique styles and varieties of Valpolicella, the home of Amarone, and concludes with the prized nebbiolo wines of magnificent Piedmont.
Directed by Jim Fitzpatrick. Produced in 2012 |
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The LCBO takes you on journey through the wine styles of Central Italy. Join Michael Fagan in part two of a three-episode series exploring the wines of Italy, and discover that history, beauty and infinite variety make Central Italy a wonder of cuisine and viticulture. Beginning on the Adriatic coast in the region of Marche and winding through serene and beautiful Umbria, the journey concludes amid the rolling hills and medieval history of Tuscany, home to some of the world's favourite wines.
Directed by Jim Fitzpatrick. Produced in 2012 |
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The LCBO takes you on journey through the wine styles of Southern Italy. Beginning with the sun-baked beauty and unique wines of Sicily, this journey continues on the mainland through historic Campania and over to Apulia, the fertile region that forms the heel of the Italian boot. Join host Michael Fagan in part one of a three-episode series exploring the wines of Italy, and discover that the hot Mediterranean sun and a little innovation can create elegant and balanced wines.
Directed by Jim Fitzpatrick. Produced in 2012 |
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From Santa Barbara to Sonoma County, from Paso Robles to the Napa Valley, host Michael Fagan leads you on a journey throughout historic California Wine Country. Discover how geography, climate and winemaking skill come together to forge distinctive wine styles in some of California’s finest wine producing regions - and meet the people behind the label. This episode of Discover is your guide to understanding the inimitable character that defines California wine and food. Produced in 2009 |
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In this program you will discover Chile's secret to success as a world class wine producing nation. Chile has it all; wines of purity and intensity, an industry made up of passionate and dedicated people, all nestled between the majestic Andes Mountains and Pacific Ocean. Produced in 2007 (n.b. Discover the wines of Chile is a 2 part series) |
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France's Rhône Valley is a wine lovers paradise. This is home to many of the grape varieties which are planted the world over. Grenache, syrah and mourvèdre have grown here for generations. In the embrace of the radiant sun, relentless mistral wind and rocky soils they produce wines that are flavourful and generous. Produced in 2009 (n.b. the wines of the Rhone is a three part series) |
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Michael Fagan takes us on this memorable journey through the historic vineyards of Bordeaux in 2005. Discover why this region produces wine with such a prestigious worldwide reputation. Explore the wines, the people, and the Chateaux of this famous apellation. Produced in 2005
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In this episode we follow the fascinating process of how wine is made from vineyard to glass. Join Michael Fagan, as he travels to wine producing regions around the world and explores the art and science of grape growing and winemaking. Produced in 2005 |
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Nestled between the Vosges Mountains and the Rhine River, Alsace is a picturesque landscape of quilted vineyards and quaint medieval villages. Join our host Michael Fagan, as we travel through this little corner of France and discover its wines, indulge in its cuisine and revel in its natural beauty. Produced in 2002 |
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Come and join the LCBO’s Michael Fagan on a journey to the Pacific Northwest and discover one of America’s best-kept wine secrets. Meet the pioneers responsible for Oregon’s world-renowned Pinot Noir and discover why Washington State’s wine regions are establishing a reputation for powerful reds and refined whites. Panoramic views, lush wilderness and vast mountain ranges — the American Pacific Northwest offers a bounty of treasures for outdoor enthusiasts and wine lovers alike. Produced in 2001
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Sweet, strong and savory, Port is one of the world's most famous wines. Join your host Michael Fagan as we travel east along the mighty Douro by train and see the incredibly steep, hot and rocky terrain where Port grapes are grown and must be laboriously picked by hand. Meet some of Portugal's most distinguished producers and examine the many different styles of Port as we transcend the traditional pairing of Port with Stilton and discover Port's versatility. Produced in 2000
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