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Natalie MacLean
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📖 Author: 3 National Bestsellers on Wine
🎧 Unreserved Wine Talk, NYT Best Podcast
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🤯What really happens when the world’s most expensive wines are tasted blind, without their labels or reputations❓

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🤔 Have you ever tasted a wine blind (without seeing the label)❓

#natdecants #WesPearson #blindwine #romanéeconti #luxurywine #lenevanstutorial #grenachewine
January 7, 2026 at 1:09 PM
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🌱 How did Viognier go from the brink of extinction to being planted around the world❓

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🍷 Have you ever tried Viognier❓

#natdecants #MattWalls #rhonewine #chateauneufdupape #frenchwine #southernrhone #northernrhone #frost1956 #vineyardhistory #winemaking #polyculture
January 6, 2026 at 1:05 PM
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🎆 Which 4 Bottles Best Welcome 2026❓

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🍸 Always great to raise a glass, or three, with Rosey Edeh

🌍 Does the origin of a wine influence your choice❓

#natdecants #newyearswine #sparklingwine #alcoholfreewine #stregisbrut
January 2, 2026 at 1:03 PM
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👽 Why Did the Rhone Region Ban Flying Saucers❓

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☀️ Have you tried wines from southern Rhône❓

#natdecants #MattWalls #rhonewine #chateauneufdupape #frenchwine #southernrhone #northernrhone #syrah #frost1956 #vineyardhistory #winemaking #polyculture #frenchvineyards
Why Did the Rhone Region Ban Flying Saucers? Matt Walls Reveals the Story Behind Why That Rule Still Exists - Natalie MacLean
Which French wine region banned flying saucers from landing in its vineyards and why is the rule still there? How did the devastating February 1956 frost reshape the southern Rhône into the vineyard l...
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December 24, 2025 at 12:32 PM
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🪂 Why are so many Swiss vineyards planted on dangerous terrain❓

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🍷 Is Swiss wine on your list to try❓

#natdecants #SimonHardy #swisswine #vineyardlife #lavaux #chasselas #wineterroir #steepslopes #switzerland #winetourism #dalailama #smallestvineyard #winemaking
Why Are So Many Swiss Vineyards Planted on Dangerous Terrain? Simon Hardy Reveals Why in the Smart Traveller's Guide to Switzerland - Natalie MacLean
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December 19, 2025 at 11:42 AM
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🎁 Gifting Made Easy: Which 4 Bottles Bring the Holiday Magic❓

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🎄 Are you thinking of treating yourself to one of these bottles this year❓

#natdecants #holidaywine

✨ Please drink responsibly.
December 17, 2025 at 11:05 AM
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🍾 Winter in a Glass: Which 5 Cozy Wines Actually Taste Like Winter❓

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🍸 Always great to raise a glass, or three, with Andrea Bain and Cynthia Loyst

❄️ Do you match wine to the season or just your mood❓

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December 15, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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❄️ Fashion Meets Fermentation: Which 5 Drinks Pair Best with Your Closet❓

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🍸 Always great to raise a glass, or three, with Tim Bolen

🥂 Do you change the style of wine you drink in the winter❓
December 12, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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Would you like to win a copy of "Switzerland: The Smart Traveller's Wine Guide"❓

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December 10, 2025 at 11:35 AM
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🍷 Why You Can't Buy Switzerland's Exceptional Wines Abroad❓

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🍾 Have you tried a Swiss wine❓

#natdecants #SimonHardy #swisswine #switzerlandwine #pinotnoir #chasselas #gamay #merlot #winetravel #wineculture #winetasting #winelovers #alpinewine #highaltitudewine
December 4, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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🎡 Is it time to create new flavour wheels to describe wine❓

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🍷 Have you ever used a wine flavour wheel❓

#natdecants #ChaMcCoy #wineeducation #flavourwheel #wineflavours #winetasting #wineculture #foodandwine #spicesinwine #culinarytravel #winelexicon #wineways #foodways
December 3, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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🧀 What Are 5 Festive Food and Wine Pairings That Make the Season Brighter❓

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🥂 Which of these wine and cheese pairings would you like to try❓

#natdecants #wineandcheese #bothwellcheese
December 1, 2025 at 11:34 AM
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Would you like to win a copy of "Wine Pairing for the People"❓

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November 28, 2025 at 11:42 AM
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🌶️ How can you pair wine with spicy dishes in a way that enhances their flavour profile❓

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🍷 Have you ever tried pairing wine with a spicy meal❓

#natdecants #ChaMcCoy #spicyfoodpairing #boldwines #jerkwinepairing #merlotbordeaux #cabernetfranc #globalcuisines
November 26, 2025 at 12:17 PM
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🎄 What are 4 Festive Wines That'll Elevate Your Holiday Dinner❓

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🍸 Always great to raise a glass, or three, with Jess Smith and Nick Dixon

🛒 Which one are you adding to your holiday cart❓

#natdecants
November 24, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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🎁 4 Wine Gifts That Say "I Have Great Taste" (Without Breaking the Bank) ✨

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🍸 Always great to raise a glass, or three, with Annette Hamm

🥂 Have you tried any of these wines or would you like to❓
November 21, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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🍸 Why does the term “Mocktail” for zero proof non-alcoholic drinks offend many bartenders❓

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🍹 Do you think we should change the term mocktail to “Zero Proof” cocktail❓

#natdecants #ElvaRamirez #zeroproof #mocktaildebate #nonalcoholicdrinks #mixologyart #craftcocktails
November 19, 2025 at 12:11 PM
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⭐ Have you heard that the Michelin Guide is going to start rating wines?

📚 It opens up questions about who gets to be the ultimate arbiter of wine quality, especially since the famous US critic Robert Parker retired.

🍇 Do you think we need a new rating system for wines?

#natdecants #michelinguide
November 14, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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Would you like to win a copy of "Sparkling: Champagne and Sparkling Cocktails for Any Occasion - A Cocktail Book"❓

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November 13, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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⏳ What if I told you the youngest rum in this bottle is 12 years old, while some of it has been aging since before you were born❓

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🍹 In this Drink Chat with Nat, we’re tasting the El Dorado 12-Year-Old Rum.

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November 12, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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🌹 How did a magical Dom Pérignon Champagne tasting of 60 rare vintages reveal the surprising depth and aging potential of sparkling Rosé❓

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🥂Have you tried an aged rosé Champagne❓

#natdecants #ElvaRamirez #champagnewine #domperignon #rosechampagne #agedwine #sparklingrose
November 7, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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🍃 How can carbon offsetting claims in the wine industry be a form of greenwashing❓

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♻️ Does it influence your buying decision if a wine is made sustainably❓

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#natdecants #AndyNeather #JaneMasters #sustainablewine #greenwashing #carbonneutral
November 5, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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🍷 Rioja is known for its red wines but have you tried this $14 white that is their best-kept secret❓

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💬 Have you tried this wine yet or would you like to❓

#natdecants #riojawine #spanishwhitewine #beroniaviura #viuragrape #spanishwine
November 4, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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Would you like to win a copy of "Rooted in Change: The Stories Behind Sustainable Wine"❓

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October 31, 2025 at 11:35 AM
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🥃 Which Japanese whisky has a secret Scottish soul and a Hollywood story to match❓

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📺 In this Drink Chat with Nat, we're tasting Japan’s Nikka From The Barrel Whisky.

💬 Have you tried this whisky yet or would you like to❓
October 30, 2025 at 12:16 PM