Bottles & Bites Without Borders

• Wine Through a Young Lens: Questions, Curiosity & First Steps

  Send us a textIn this warm and thoughtful episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob sits down with a very special guest—Jaime Deleon’s daughter, Ashley, a young wine enthusiast beginning her journey into the vast and fascinating world of wine. Together, they dive into the real questions that new wine drinkers often feel too intimidated to ask.She shares what excites her, what confuses her, and what sometimes feels overwhelming as she starts exploring bottles, regions, aromas, and flavor profiles. Rob & Jaime help break it all down—from understanding value and recognizing quality, to learning how to trust your palate, describe what you taste, and decide whether a wine is actually “worth it” for where you are in your own wine path.This episode is honest, educational, relatable, and full of encouragement. Whether you’re brand new to wine or mentoring someone who is, this conversation opens the door to a more approachable and enjoyable journey.🎙 Rob Clark — Host of Bottles & Bites Without Borders Exploring the world of food, wine, and whiskey—one bottle and bite at a time.🌐 Website: www.bottlesandbiteswb.com 📸 Instagram: @bottles_bites_wb 🐦 X (Twitter): @foodwhiskey 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533352930766813 📧 Email: [email protected]#food #whiskey #bourbon #wine #homecook #cook #BBQ #foodie #Italy #barolo #cabernet Sauvignon #france #italy #spain #napa #scotch #pizza #coffee Support the show

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• The Year of Italy: What We Learned from Exploring the Regions

  Send us a text2025 was the Year of Italy for Bottles & Bites Without Borders. From Tuscany to Piedmont, Sicily to Friuli, Rob dives back into all five Italian regions explored this year and breaks down the wines, the culture, the surprises, and the discoveries that left a mark.In this episode, Rob uncorks the highlights of the Italian series—what he loved, what challenged him, which grapes over-delivered, and why Italian wine continues to be one of the most rewarding deep dives for any wine lover. We revisit iconic styles like Chianti Classico, Barolo, and Etna Rosso, but also celebrate the under-the-radar gems that deserve more attention in 2026.Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned wine geek, this episode serves as a fun, fast, flavorful recap of Italy’s most exciting wine regions.🎙 Rob Clark — Host of Bottles & Bites Without Borders Exploring the world of food, wine, and whiskey—one bottle and bite at a time.🌐 Website: www.bottlesandbiteswb.com 📸 Instagram: @bottles_bites_wb 🐦 X (Twitter): @foodwhiskey 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533352930766813 📧 Email: [email protected]#food #whiskey #bourbon #wine #homecook #cook #BBQ #foodie #Italy #barolo #cabernet Sauvignon #france #italy #spain #napa #scotch #pizza #coffee Support the show

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• Breaking Down the Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2025

  Send us a textIn this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob sits down with wine expert and friend of the show, Jaime Deleon, to dive deep into the newly released Wine Spectator Top 100 Wines of 2025. We break down how many wines each country landed on the list—and whether we actually agree with the rankings.Rob and Jaime also share how they use the Top 100 list in their own wine journeys, and offer practical, no-nonsense advice for how you, the consumer, can make the most of it. Is it a shopping list? A discovery guide? A marketing tool? We’re talking about all of it.From the strengths and limitations of the 100-point scoring system, to the sometimes eyebrow-raising prices attached to these wines, to the trends this year’s list reveals across regions and styles—it’s all here, with plenty of insight, perspective, and laughs along the way.Pour a glass and join us for a fun, honest, and informative breakdown of one of the wine world’s biggest annual releases.🎙 Rob Clark — Host of Bottles & Bites Without Borders Exploring the world of food, wine, and whiskey—one bottle and bite at a time.🌐 Website: www.bottlesandbiteswb.com 📸 Instagram: @bottles_bites_wb 🐦 X (Twitter): @foodwhiskey 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533352930766813 📧 Email: [email protected]#food #whiskey #bourbon #wine #homecook #cook #BBQ #foodie #Italy #barolo #cabernet Sauvignon #france #italy #spain #napa #scotch #pizza #coffee Support the show

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• Low-Alcohol Reds for Cooler Weather

  Send us a textAs wine drinkers lean increasingly toward whites for their freshness and lower alcohol, the shift into fall and winter brings back that familiar craving for red wine. But what if you want the comfort and complexity of a red—without the big alcohol punch?In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob sits down with Advanced Sommelier Jaime Deleon to explore the world of low-alcohol red wines you can enjoy as the weather cools. From elegant Pinot Noir and juicy Gamay, to vibrant Mencía, volcanic Etna Rosso, Grenache, and more, we break down what makes these wines so drinkable and delicious.Jaime also dives into the role of climate—how cooler regions help keep alcohol levels naturally lower, and which places around the world are producing the best balanced reds right now.Whether you're looking for a cozy, weeknight-friendly pour or a bottle that won’t knock you off your feet, this episode is packed with approachable recommendations and sommelier insight.Pour a glass and join us!🎙 Rob Clark — Host of Bottles & Bites Without Borders Exploring the world of food, wine, and whiskey—one bottle and bite at a time.🌐 Website: www.bottlesandbiteswb.com 📸 Instagram: @bottles_bites_wb 🐦 X (Twitter): @foodwhiskey 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533352930766813 📧 Email: [email protected]#food #whiskey #bourbon #wine #homecook #cook #BBQ #foodie #Italy #barolo #cabernet Sauvignon #france #italy #spain #napa #scotch #pizza #coffee Support the show

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• The Biggest Waste of Money in Food: Fine Dining Exposed

  Send us a textIn this episode, we dive into a controversial take: fine dining isn’t worth the hype — or the price tag.Sandra and I recently visited a so-called “authentic Italian” fine dining restaurant, and let’s just say… it was anything but.The service was polished but clueless, the Bolognese tasted like grocery-store jarred sauce, the wine list was marked up five times retail, and they even tried to upsell us on a membership just to get reasonable wine prices.Oh — and they rushed us out in 45 minutes while calling it “a luxury experience.”Valet parking and white tablecloths don’t equal quality. We talk about: 🍝 When fine dining becomes factory dining 🥂 The wine markup madness ⏱️ Why “premium” shouldn’t feel rushed 👎 How marketing tries to justify mediocrity 💡 And why simple, soulful food often beats the fancy stuffLet’s explore why the best meals aren’t always the ones with the highest price tag — and what diners should demand instead.🎙 Rob Clark — Host of Bottles & Bites Without Borders Exploring the world of food, wine, and whiskey—one bottle and bite at a time.🌐 Website: www.bottlesandbiteswb.com 📸 Instagram: @bottles_bites_wb 🐦 X (Twitter): @foodwhiskey 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533352930766813 📧 Email: [email protected]#food #whiskey #bourbon #wine #homecook #cook #BBQ #foodie #Italy #barolo #cabernet Sauvignon #france #italy #spain #napa #scotch #pizza #coffee Support the show

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