Today is our final show of 2025, and we’re sending this year off in style — with bubbles, brilliance, and a little Highland elegance. If there was ever a time to open something unforgettable, it’s New Year’s Eve, and no champagne captures that feeling quite like Krug. A house built on individuality, precision, and the art of patience.

And because celebrations don’t end with bubbles, we’re also diving into the world of whisky — but not just any whisky. We’re talking about one defined by lightness, texture, and quiet radiance: Glenmorangie. With us is Bryan Simpson, National Brand Ambassador, to guide us through what makes Glenmorangie so distinct!  

Today is our final show of 2025, and we&rsquo;re sending this year off in style &mdash; with bubbles, brilliance, and a little Highland elegance. If there was ever a time to open something unforgettable, it&rsquo;s New Year&rsquo;s Eve, and no champagne captures that feeling quite like Krug. A house built on individuality, precision, and the art of patience.
And because celebrations don&rsquo;t end with bubbles, we&rsquo;re also diving into the world of whisky &mdash; but not just any whisky. We&rsquo;re talking about one defined by lightness, texture, and quiet radiance: Glenmorangie. With us is Bryan Simpson, National Brand Ambassador, to guide us through what makes Glenmorangie so distinct! &nbsp;

Mandi Robertson talks to all the shakers and movers in the beverage and food industry in addition to sharing some of her favourite selections to excite your tastebuds.

Mandi Robertson talks to all the shakers and movers in the beverage and food industry in addition to sharing some of her favourite selections to excite your tastebuds.

Unwined with Mandi Robertson

The latest audio and podcasts from CJAD 800 Montreal.

The latest audio and podcasts from CJAD 800 Montreal.

CJAD 800 - The Latest Audio and Podcasts

Unwined: Sending this year off in style — with bubbles, brilliance and Highland elegance!

Today’s show is a full immersion into one of Italy’s most exciting sparkling wine regions: Alta Langa, the high-elevation jewel of Piedmont. We’re taking you to the hills where long traditions, cool mountain breezes, and meticulous craftsmanship come together to create some of Italy’s most refined metodo classico wines.

We’ll begin with Paolo Rossino, President of the Alta Langa Consorzio, who will guide us through what makes this region so extraordinary — from its strict production rules to its high-altitude vineyards and the elegance that defines every bottle.

Then we’ll head to Agricola Brandini with Giovanna Bagnasco - one of the rising stars of the region. She’ll share how sustainability, terroir, and a deep respect for tradition shape their beautiful Alta Langa wines.

Finally, we shift from vineyards to forests with Stefano Mosca, Director of the International Alba White Truffle Fair — and one of Alba’s most passionate ambassadors. He’ll take us inside the mysterious world of truffle hunting: how truffles are formed, why they are so rare, and what makes the Alba white truffle the most coveted in the world. And of course, he’ll tell us why Alta Langa and white truffles are a match made in Piedmont heaven!

Today&rsquo;s show is a full immersion into one of Italy&rsquo;s most exciting sparkling wine regions: Alta Langa, the high-elevation jewel of Piedmont. We&rsquo;re taking you to the hills where long traditions, cool mountain breezes, and meticulous craftsmanship come together to create some of Italy&rsquo;s most refined metodo classico wines.
We&rsquo;ll begin with Paolo Rossino, President of the Alta Langa Consorzio, who will guide us through what makes this region so extraordinary &mdash; from its strict production rules to its high-altitude vineyards and the elegance that defines every bottle.
Then we&rsquo;ll head to Agricola Brandini with Giovanna Bagnasco - one of the rising stars of the region. She&rsquo;ll share how sustainability, terroir, and a deep respect for tradition shape their beautiful Alta Langa wines.
Finally, we shift from vineyards to forests with Stefano Mosca, Director of the International Alba White Truffle Fair &mdash; and one of Alba&rsquo;s most passionate ambassadors. He&rsquo;ll take us inside the mysterious world of truffle hunting: how truffles are formed, why they are so rare, and what makes the Alba white truffle the most coveted in the world. And of course, he&rsquo;ll tell us why Alta Langa and white truffles are a match made in Piedmont heaven!

Unwined: Here are Italy’s most exciting sparkling wine regions!

Today,  travel around the world in a single show. Mandi will start with her Wines of the Week, featuring a little sparkle from Champagne and beautifully fresh wines from Chile. Then we’re bringing the spotlight back home to one of Montreal’s great restaurant institutions — Milos — to explore its story, its philosophy, and what makes it such a landmark for Greek cuisine. And finally, we’ll wrap up by diving into the world of Greek grapes, wines, and the art of pairing them with food. A full global tour… without ever leaving your seat.

Today,&nbsp; travel&nbsp;around the world in a single show. Mandi will start with her Wines of the Week, featuring a little sparkle from Champagne and beautifully fresh wines from Chile. Then we&rsquo;re bringing the spotlight back home to one of Montreal&rsquo;s great restaurant institutions &mdash; Milos &mdash; to explore its story, its philosophy, and what makes it such a landmark for Greek cuisine. And finally, we&rsquo;ll wrap up by diving into the world of Greek grapes, wines, and the art of pairing them with food. A full global tour&hellip; without ever leaving your seat.

Unwined: Travel around the world in 60 minutes!

Today on Unwined, Mandi has got a packed, delicious lineup for you, starting with her Wines of the Week — the best bottles to bring as host gifts this holiday season. Then you'll travel to Burgundy with Dimitri Bazas from Maison Champy, the oldest négociant house in the region, who’ll share the incredible history of the winery and what truly makes a Pinot Noir both approachable and elegant.

After that, we chat with Daniel Lomonto from Bossa — the man behind Montreal’s most addictive sandwiches — to hear how his idea turned into a phenomenon and what exciting new location is on the way. And finally, we head to the mountains of northern Italy, where Claus Drescher from Peter Zemmer will join us from Europe to explore the beauty of Alto Adige and the story behind one of its most distinctive wineries. 

Today on Unwined, Mandi has got a packed, delicious lineup for you, starting with her Wines of the Week &mdash; the best bottles to bring as host gifts this holiday season. Then you'll travel to Burgundy with Dimitri Bazas from Maison Champy, the oldest n&eacute;gociant house in the region, who&rsquo;ll share the incredible history of the winery and what truly makes a Pinot Noir both approachable and elegant.
After that, we chat with Daniel Lomonto from Bossa &mdash; the man behind Montreal&rsquo;s most addictive sandwiches &mdash; to hear how his idea turned into a phenomenon and what exciting new location is on the way. And finally, we head to the mountains of northern Italy, where Claus Drescher from Peter Zemmer will join us from Europe to explore the beauty of Alto Adige and the story behind one of its most distinctive wineries.&nbsp;

Exploring the beauty of Alto Adige and the story behind one of its most distinctive wineries

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