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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
  • Vermentino has become one of our favorite Italian whites, never grown far from the sea, its ripe firm flavors are very food-friendly.
  • Sicily is often overlooked when it comes to Italian wines, and Al thinks this is quite unfair. Here are three new releases that should appeal to you.
  • Arneis is a soft and fruity white from Piedmont, where it has been gaining traction with the locals who love its easy drinking character.
  • In recent years interest in Portugal has soared. Not only has the country become a prime tourist destination, its wines are picking up a following.
  • As much as we enjoy our big juicy reds during the summer, we sometimes yearn for something lighter. Hugh has the answer.
  • Al has had the pleasure of visiting this super Barolo producer twice and loves their high-quality product, even at the lower price points.
  • Possibly the best known of the unknown wines, Austria's Gruner makes a bold statement and insists on greater attention.
  • Believe it or not, Al Spoler loves having a box of good wine around, and he explains why we should drink Bota Box wine without shame or hesitation.
  • When grilling season comes round there's nothing like a big full-bodied red to pair with all those steaks and chops.
  • Italy's premier bubbly has caught on in a big way. Hugh looks at the different styles available out there.