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| Pour Richard's The First & The Last 1st Anniversary Grand Tasting Feb 7 |
FM #1621 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1621 in the series.
We sat with Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi of the award winning Wonderful World of Wine show to explore wine tasting and podcasting. We recorded this virtually via Zoom on Thursday, December 18, 2025.
The recording runs about 51 minutes
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The Wonderful World of Wine episodes can be found -> https:thewww.wine/
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
How can you help?
If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
If you don't like something here, please let me know
And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com
The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.
I hope you enjoy!
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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
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| The Franklin Wine Club Exploring J. Lohr Winery: A Holiday Tasting & Education Event |
FM #1595 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1595 in the series.
This session shares my conversation with George Swartz on Thursday, November 20, 2025 in the Pour Richard’s Wine & Provisions store.
We talk about
George’s road to this role
Wine tasting events, usually 6-8 tables, 6 wines each to sample before purchase (or not)
Floral arrangements, book club, and yoga are some events paired with wine testing
Pop up events bringing local crafts as well as cheese & prepared foods, charcuterie boards, etc.
The recording runs 32 minutes, so let’s listen in.
Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1595-pour-richards-events-with-a-twist-11-20-25/--------------
Web page -> https://pourrichardswine.com/
On Facebook at -> https://www.facebook.com/pourrichardswine
On Instagram at -> https://www.instagram.com/pourrichardswinema/
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| George Swartz talks about the events at Pour Richard's Wine & Provisions (audio) |
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
How can you help?
If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
If you don't like something here, please let me know
And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com
The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.
I hope you enjoy!
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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
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| Episode 303 - Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Food And Wine Pairing |
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| High-Elevation Harvest: Exploring Brassfield Estate Winery (wine tasting event) |
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| Exploring The Wines Of Catena - Oct 23 |
This is your chance to taste and learn about the pioneering work of the Catena family, who revolutionized Argentine winemaking by proving the potential of high-altitude Malbec in Mendoza. We will explore how their extreme vineyard sites, contribute unique intensity, elegance, and complexity to their world-class wines.
Event Details
RSVP is Required
Due to the nature of this educational tasting, space is strictly limited. You must RSVP to secure your spot.
Please confirm your attendance on The Franklin Wine Club Meetup page as soon as possible! We look forward to exploring the captivating world of Argentine fine wine with you.
About Tristan:
Raised on his family vineyard in Cognac, France, Tristan has always been surrounded by wine. After moving to the United States for his studies, he quickly navigated back to his first love, working crush and vinification for multiple wineries around the world, notably in the US & Australia. Wanting to have a better understanding for the Wine & Spirits industry, Tristan strived to experience all of its sectors. From the vineyards to retail as a wine buyer, to representing a distributor portfolio in the Cambridge/Somerville area, and finally on the import side as a National Brand Ambassador for his home region of Bordeaux. Today, Tristan has taken on a new and very exciting portfolio with Winebow Imports, sharing the wines, stories and culture of pioneering family-owned wineries in the southern hemisphere!
Based in Boston and father of a 4yr old little girl, Tristan continues to do what he loves: sharing great stories through the world of wine.
https://www.meetup.com/franklin-wine-club/events/311273368/?eventOrigin=group_events_list
