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Cellar Notes
Tuesdays at 2:34 p.m. & Fridays at 4:44 p.m.

Al Spoler and Hugh Sisson discuss their favorite wines, beers and spirits on Cellar NotesCellar Notes is sponsored by Wells Discount Liquors.

Check out the photo gallery from our At The Table event.

Latest Episodes
  • Not all California reds are labeled according to a single variety; many are fine blends of grapes that offer good flavor and good prices.
  • Santa Barbara is renowned as a premier source for Burgundian grapes pinot noir and chardonnay. Hugh takes a look at some of the leading pinots.
  • Often overlooked, the wonderful white wines from the South of France offer a totally new take on white wine flavors, at affordable prices.
  • Every now and then, the boys end up with a bunch of tasting notes without a particular theme; hence a show called “Odds and Ends.”
  • Maryland’s oldest winery is entering a golden age, and their whites have never been better. Al takes a look at them.
  • Well, it may not be merlot, but it sure seems close. Carminere is an increasingly popular variety that deserves some close attention.
  • Everybody seems to hold a grudge against oaky chardonnays. So what is the alternative? Al looks into some very drinkable un-oaked chards.
  • Some of us prefer not to drink alcohol, but still think about drinking wine. Hugh reviews a few tasty non-alcoholic wines that are impressive.
  • First was Australia making great wines Down Under; then came New Zealand. It’s the home of world class Sauvignon Blanc and refreshing Pinot Noirs.
  • Santa Barbara is one of California’s premier regions for the Burgundy varietals. Hugh looks at their chardonnay.