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!

We’re diving into craftsmanship — in the glass and on the plate.

First, we welcome Geneviève Charest, master blender at Sortilège, to talk about the art of blending Canadian whisky with Québec maple syrup. What does it actually take to balance spirit, sweetness, texture, and tradition? We’ll get into the science — and the magic — behind one of Québec’s most iconic bottles.

Then, we head to Portugal with Teresa Araújo from Casa Ferreirinha, one of the Douro’s most historic estates. We’ll explore the legacy behind the winery and why Portuguese wines continue to impress with their freshness, energy, and sense of place.

And finally, Ari Schor of Restaurant Beba joins us to share his culinary journey — from his roots to building one of Montreal’s most thoughtful and tradition-driven kitchens.

Plus — of course — my affordable Wines of the Week, because great wine doesn’t have to break the bank.

We&rsquo;re diving into craftsmanship &mdash; in the glass and on the plate.
First, we welcome Genevi&egrave;ve Charest, master blender at Sortil&egrave;ge, to talk about the art of blending Canadian whisky with Qu&eacute;bec maple syrup. What does it actually take to balance spirit, sweetness, texture, and tradition? We&rsquo;ll get into the science &mdash; and the magic &mdash; behind one of Qu&eacute;bec&rsquo;s most iconic bottles.
Then, we head to Portugal with Teresa Ara&uacute;jo from Casa Ferreirinha, one of the Douro&rsquo;s most historic estates. We&rsquo;ll explore the legacy behind the winery and why Portuguese wines continue to impress with their freshness, energy, and sense of place.
And finally, Ari Schor of Restaurant Beba joins us to share his culinary journey &mdash; from his roots to building one of Montreal&rsquo;s most thoughtful and tradition-driven kitchens.
Plus &mdash; of course &mdash; my affordable Wines of the Week, because great wine doesn&rsquo;t have to break the bank.

Unwined: Craftsmanship — in the glass and on the plate!

Today - Unwined is packed. And we mean packed — with flavour, passion, and people who are absolutely obsessed with quality.

First up, Chef Murteza Talu from the iconic Moishes joins us to talk about their Montréal en Lumière tasting menu. We’re diving into what makes a menu worthy of a festival that celebrates the very best of our city — and why Moishes continues to be a Montreal institution.

Then, we shift into something beautifully local. Marc Antoine Joncas Zarate from Terroirs — a fine dining restaurant doing something bold and focused — building their cuisine around Quebec ingredients only. No shortcuts. No imports. Just pure terroir. 

And then… we travel to Spain. Pepe Raventós — the visionary behind Raventós i Blanc in Penedès — joins us to talk about sparkling wine done with intention, history, and integrity. 

It’s a show rooted in craftsmanship. In place. In people who care deeply about what ends up on your plate — and in your glass.

For more info on the Unwined in Portugal All Inclusive Food & Wine Tour:

https://youtu.be/eri9dPSLpbM

For more info on Rézin's Les Possibles Wine Event :

https://lepointdevente.com/billets/lespossibles2edition?lang=en

Today - Unwined is packed. And we mean packed &mdash; with flavour, passion, and people who are absolutely obsessed with quality.
First up, Chef Murteza Talu from the iconic Moishes joins us to talk about their Montr&eacute;al en Lumi&egrave;re tasting menu. We&rsquo;re diving into what makes a menu worthy of a festival that celebrates the very best of our city &mdash; and why Moishes continues to be a Montreal institution.
Then, we shift into something beautifully local. Marc Antoine Joncas Zarate from Terroirs &mdash; a fine dining restaurant doing something bold and focused &mdash; building their cuisine around Quebec ingredients only. No shortcuts. No imports. Just pure terroir.&nbsp;
And then&hellip; we travel to Spain. Pepe Ravent&oacute;s &mdash; the visionary behind Ravent&oacute;s i Blanc in Pened&egrave;s &mdash; joins us to talk about sparkling wine done with intention, history, and integrity.&nbsp;
It&rsquo;s a show rooted in craftsmanship. In place. In people who care deeply about what ends up on your plate &mdash; and in your glass.
For more info on the Unwined in Portugal All Inclusive Food &amp; Wine Tour:
https://youtu.be/eri9dPSLpbM
For more info on R&eacute;zin's Les Possibles Wine Event :
https://lepointdevente.com/billets/lespossibles2edition?lang=en

Unwined: Flavour, passion, and people who are absolutely obsessed with quality

Today's show is kicking off with Wines of the Week — wines that've got you covered for both Valentine’s and Galentine’s. Whether you’re planning a candlelight romance or a no-drama night with your girls, we’ll talk about exactly what should be in your glass.

Then… we’re going on a vin-venture to Crotia

A country with over 2,000 years of winemaking history, indigenous grapes you’ve probably never tried, and a food culture that deserves way more attention than it gets.

We’ll dive into the history, the culture, and why Croatian wine is quietly one of Europe’s most exciting stories right now.

I’ll be speaking with Juraj Sladić, the winemaker behind Testament Winery — a producer that’s helping redefine modern Croatian wine.

We’ll also talk to Saša Muradori, one of the co-operators behind Croatia Unpacked, about how to truly experience the country beyond the postcard version.

And to close out the show, we’re bringing in Virginia Holst, creator of Wander Far – Spend Less, who will tell us how to travel to Croatia with kids — because yes, you can explore history, culture, food and wine… and still make it family-friendly.

So today’s show is about more than what’s in your glass.
It’s about why Croatia should be on your radar — especially if you’re planning a trip soon. 

Today's show is kicking off with Wines of the Week &mdash; wines that've got you covered for both Valentine&rsquo;s and Galentine&rsquo;s. Whether you&rsquo;re planning a candlelight romance or a no-drama night with your girls, we&rsquo;ll talk about exactly what should be in your glass.
Then&hellip; we&rsquo;re going on a vin-venture to Crotia
A country with over 2,000 years of winemaking history, indigenous grapes you&rsquo;ve probably never tried, and a food culture that deserves way more attention than it gets.
We&rsquo;ll dive into the history, the culture, and why Croatian wine is quietly one of Europe&rsquo;s most exciting stories right now.
I&rsquo;ll be speaking with Juraj Sladić, the winemaker behind Testament Winery &mdash; a producer that&rsquo;s helping redefine modern Croatian wine.
We&rsquo;ll also talk to Sa&scaron;a Muradori, one of the co-operators behind Croatia Unpacked, about how to truly experience the country beyond the postcard version.
And to close out the show, we&rsquo;re bringing in Virginia Holst, creator of Wander Far &ndash; Spend Less, who will tell us how to travel to Croatia with kids &mdash; because yes, you can explore history, culture, food and wine&hellip; and still make it family-friendly.
So today&rsquo;s show is about more than what&rsquo;s in your glass. It&rsquo;s about why Croatia should be on your radar &mdash; especially if you&rsquo;re planning a trip soon.&nbsp;

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