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The Cogills introduce themselves as a film-critic and a wine expert. He has reviewed more than ten thousand films and she travels the world chasing the grape and together they explore the wines and films that shaped their early careers. From "The Blob" and "Lawrence Of Arabia" to a spectacular Oregon Pinot Noir you can expect a smooth, reliable conversation resulting in, "A Perfect Pairing."
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The Cogill’s appear perplexed by writer, and director Noah Baumbach’s expensive, absurdist comedy set in the 1980s. Sometimes it works, but more often, it doesn’t.As escapist fare, Hayley and Gary finally get around to watching Brad Pitt in, “Bullet Train” and enjoyed both the ability to laugh and be entertained by an off-the-rails Japanese mafia movie traveling at high speed.Sommelier, Hayley Hamilton Cogill, forgoes her wine expertise and pairs “White Noise" with the satirical bombardment of well-known brands and products continually flashing across the screen.For “Bullet Train,” she indulges in a well-known bottle of “Fiji Water” because it not only tastes good but becomes an intentional, well-defined character in Pitt’s action movie.And finally, film critic, Gary Cogill, embraces the melancholy sadness of “The Whale,” and welcomes the return of Brendan Fraser to the big screen with an Oscar-worthy performance.
The Cogill’s are slightly split on, “The Banshees Of Inisherin” considering the dark path the movie decides to take, including the removal of fingers over a silly rule. Like it or not, it’s a movie filled with Oscar nominations.“The Menu" only pretends to be a film about food, when it's actually a dark sided horror film about a famous Chef who takes revenge on his tasteless patrons. Film critic, Gary Cogill, praises the performances but loathes the ending.Sommelier, Hayley Hamilton Cogill,” reminds us of her girls trip across Ireland which included the perfect, “Banshees,” pairing. A locally poured, Guinness Stout.For “The Menu,” our favorite Somm looked closely at the wine served in the film and spotted a beautiful bottle of Domaine Breton Cabernet Franc, from the stunning Loire Valley in France
The Cogill’s love a good destination murder mystery and “Glass Onion, A Knives Out Mystery” is perfect example of style, substance, and cinematic flairThey also can’t get enough of Jennifer Coolidge in, “White Lotus: Season 2,” who recites one of the greatest lines in recent memory.Sommelier, Hayley Hamilton Cogill, recalls her trip to Santorini, Greece and can easily envision Kate Hudson sitting poolside drinking a refreshing Sigalas Assyrtiko.For the “White Lotus” pairing it’s a beautiful Malvasia from Salina in the northwestern part of Sicily.
The Cogill’s believe “The Menu” is a well-made, well-acted, yet slightly disappointing thriller about a maniacal chef who knows all too much about his patrons.“Tar” could win Cate Blanchette her third Oscar in a great performance about a troubled Symphony conductor about to go through some things.Sommelier Hayley Hamilton Cogill expertly tackles “The Menu” with an expensive, highly renowned, bold Napa Valley red wine from Realm Winery called “The Absurd.”Hayley goes to Germany for the complicated, calculated “Tar” and pairs with an austere, lean, focused, slightly bitter Riesling from Mosel.
“Avatar: The Way Of Water” is technically one of the best movies ever made, says film critic, Gary Cogill. A three hour marvel of cinematic magic.“Babylon” is an Oscar level film of excess and decadence, says The Cogill’s, who appreciated its dazzling "all in” style of film making.Sommelier, Hayley Hamilton Cogill, pairs the new brilliant “Avatar" film with a sparkling, refreshing, bottled water from France called, “Badoit.”Hayley also offers insight into the old Hollywood world of “Babylon” by pouring a unique selection from the Prisoner Wine Company called “Eternally Silenced.”
The Cogill's are highly enthusiastic about Steven Spielberg’s autobiographical, Oscar-contending film, “The Fabelmans,” which emulates the legendary director as a young boy growing up wide-eyed about the movie-making experience.“Women Talking” is a difficult true story told with honesty and eloquence about a religious community of women terrorized and abused by the men in their lives. Writer/ Director Sarah Polley has created a top-ten film that is well-written and acted while packing an unflinching punch.Sommelier, Hayley Hamilton Cogill, raises a memorable glass of wine to, “The Fabelmans, with a captivating, historical wine from Beringer Vineyards, Beringer Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.And, with “Women Talking,” Hayley toasts the female winemakers of Rias Baixas, Spain a region run by the strength of women, where over 50% of the winemakers are female.
The Cogill’s celebrate "Blank Panther: Wakanda Forever” for it’s thoughtful, respectful tribute to the late Chadwick Boseman.Film Critic, Gary Cogill, calls out the Oscar level performances of Carey Mulligan and Zoe Katan as Pulitzer Prize winning journalists on the predatory trail of movie mogul, Harvey Weinstein, in “She Said.”Sommelier Hayley Hamilton Cogill pairs "Wakanda Forever” with a Mcbride Sisters Collection Reserve Pinot Noir aptly labeled, “Cocky Mother*cker.”And in the spirit of, “She Said,” Hayley raises a glass of "King Street Vodka” created by actress Kate Hudson, who has been an outspoken voice for women’s rights.
The Cogill’s are technically fascinated by the one take movie from England called, “Boiling Point.” A serious drama about a chef, his restaurant, his messy lifestyle, and the one night where he almost lost everything.Hayley & Gary can’t say enough about the latest season of “Chefs Table” on Netflix and its six part examination of pizza from around the world. You have never seen pizza, like you see in this series.Sommelier Hayley Hamilton Cogill calls the shots and says pairing any alcohol with “Boiling Point” would be inappropriate.For "Chefs Table: Pizza" she turns to legendary Oregon wine maker, David Adelsheim and his beautiful "Breaking Ground" Pinot Noir.
The Cogill’s love everything about Viola Davis playing a real life Africa warrior in, “The Woman King.” A film about female strength, wisdom, and skill.They can’t say the same for Zach Efron’s new film about a beer-drinking buddy who travels to Vietnam to share a brew with his buddies in “The Greatest Beer Run Ever.”Sommelier Hayley Hamilton Cogill pairs “The Woman King” with the Queen of wines, a Barbaresco from Piemonte.And for “The Greatest Beer Run Ever,” the couple toasts the feature libation, the historic beer from Milwaukee used in the film, Pabst Blue Ribbon.
The Cogill’s are fans of writer/director Jordan Peele (Get Out) and found his latest film, Nope,” to be both a Cowboy/Sci Fi spectacle as well as a thought-provoking piece of social commentary.“House Of The Dragon” is the HBO prequel to the award-winning series, “Game Of Thrones,” dating back 200 years. Good acting, plenty of Dragons, and a fascinating female lead have kept the Cogills more than interested.Sommelier, Hayley Hamilton Cogill, pairs the cowboy-minded “Nope” with a wine labeled “The Walking Fool” from Suisun Valley. A red blend based on an 1881 Howell Mountain homesteader who walked down the mountain daily to find work.For “House Of The Dragon,” Hayley settles on a wine called “Dragon's Tooth,” from the Trefethen family honoring family matriarch, Catherine Trefethen.
The Cogill’s enjoyed the enlightened West Texas dark comedy, Vengeance, from writer/director B.J. Novak. Especially when the gun-happy family from the red state makes their weekly trip to Whataburger.“Pinocchio” is back in both live action and CGI, starring Tom Hanks as Gepetto and directed by Oscar winner Robert Zemeckis. It is a visual dazzler, but the Cogill’s considered it an overall mess of a movie.Sommelier, Hayley Hamilton Cogill, pairs the Texas-based film with a bottle of the 2018 vintage "1836 Red” from one of the oldest Texas wineries, Llano Estacado, as nod to the independence of their former home state.And for the pine puppet who dreams of becoming a real boy, Hayley suggests the well-known Greek wine, Restina, a pine-infused still wine beloved in the country but takes some getting used to.
The Cogill’s are slightly confused about a wild movie that travels through time and space but ends up re-affirming the relationship between a mother and daughter. Michelle Yeoh stars in, “Everything Everywhere All At Once.”“Neat: The Story of Bourbon" has the Cogill’s tasting a corn based spirit made only in America. What started in Kentucky is now in every state with it’s own unique flavors and traits.Sommellier, Hayley Hamilton Cogill, pairs “Everywhere” with water from the Colorado River as a lesson to everyone that you can’t take this precious liquid for granted.And for Bourbon, it’s a quick trip to Texas where locally made Bourbon is on the rise and doing it’s best to share the stage with its Kentucky rivals.
The Cogill’s are hooked from the opening scene onward, and appreciate the important message of inclusion that infuses the R-rated Sci-Fi thriller, “Prey.”And, Oscar-winner Jeff Bridges displays some serious hand to hand combat as an aging CIA operative trying to stay alive for his daughter in the new Hulu series, “The Old Man.” Sommelier, Hayley Hamilton Cogill, pairs “Prey” with a wine from the first Native American winemaker, Tara Gomez. The wine is named “Camins 2 Dreams,” and when you see “Prey,” you will connect the dots.And for “The Old Man,” Hayley toasts the established old vines of Brandlin Estate.
The Cogill’s raise a glass to Hulu and that it's new series based on a fine dining chef and a troubled Chicago sandwich shop called “The Bear.” Gary Cogill says the 8 episode season is one of the more rewarding offerings currently streaming. And, Steve Martin is back with Martin Short and Selena Gomez solving the mysteries that keep happening in their their famous New York City apartment building in Season 2 of “Only Murders In The Building.”Sommelier, Hayley Hamilton Cogill pairs “The Bear” with a Cabernet Sauvignon from the bear flag state called, Anakota. And with the award winning “Only Murders in The Building” Hayley recommends "The Unteachables" from Paso Robles winery Chronic Cellars, known for making "killer wines.
The Cogill’s take us to France in the pre-revolution late 1700’s when the first "fine dining" restaurant was established in the French countryside. The subject of a new well-made, mouth-watering film called, “Delicious.”Sommelier, Hayley Hamilton Cogill, feels it only right to pair a delicious French film with a delicious French wine, a Cabernet Franc from the Chinon region of the Loire Valley.Them it’s off to Santa Barbara for wine tasting, and music, as the Cogill’s celebrate Fathers by visiting the wineries of Hilt and Brewer-Clifton before taking their seats outdoors, under the stars at the historic Santa Barbara Bowl for a night of music featuring Lyle Lovett and Chris Isaak.
The Cogill’s are excited and often inspired by the new Baz Lurhmann directed bio pic, “Elvis,” starring Austin Butler in the title role, which film-critic, Gary Cogill, believes may have Oscar potential.And an unexpected surprise movie has film-critic, Gary Cogill, smiling as he talks about writer, director, and star Cooper Raiff, and his good natured film called, “Cha Cha Real Smooth.”Sommelier, Hayley Hamilton Cogill, pairs “Elvis” with JCB “The Surrealist,” a flamboyant, bedazzled, luxurious Napa Valley offering from Jean Charles Boisset.For “Cha Cha,” Hayley pairs the unexpected gem of a film with a small production Sauvignon Blanc from Jonata Winery's Ballard Canyon, Santa Ynez Valley estate called, Flor (Flower).
The Cogill’s admit, it’s time to put an end to the "Jurassic Park" film series even though film critic Gary Cogill says the middle section of the latest film is better than expected.To honor America’s WWII veterans, The Cogill’s sing the praises of a new documentary narrated by Gary Sinise that centers around a reunion of flight over the beaches of Normandy during the 75th Anniversary of D Day. The film is called “Into Flight Once More.”Sommelier, Hayley Hamilton Cogill pairs “Jurassic World: Dominion” with a big bold "carnivorous" Argentine Syrah, pairing with a juicy steak and slow smoked brisket. The duo also sings the praises of Benovia Winery Co-Founder, Joe Anderson, not only for his luscious Russian River Valley wine, but his devotion to honoring those men and women who served in WWII.
The Cogills present a fascinating new documentary from director, Ron Howard, that examines the worldwide mission of Chef Jose Andresto provide chef-prepared meals to communities impacted by natural disasters and during prolonged humanitarian crises.World Central Kitchen is the remarkable nonprofit and “We Feed People” is the name of the film currently available on Disney+.Sommelier, Hayley Hamilton Cogill, toasts Washington State ultra-premium winery, Quilceda Creek, producing high end wines that raise money to benefit World Central KitchenIn its enormous humanitarian efforts, recently to the tune of over $300,000. She also introduces us to some of the top wineries focusing on ending the climate crisis the world is facing, including Lail Vineyards, Symington, and Jackson Family Wines.
Top Gun: Maverick” produced a record opening weekend for Tom Cruise as the Cogill’s take a closer look at the hit sequel and decide if it’s actually a better film than the 1986 original.Sommelier, Hayley Hamilton Cogill, goes high-flying with one of the most expensive wines on the planet, a tiny production Napa Valley winery with a cult following. One of the most expensive wines in the world, crafting only 500 cases a year.
The Cogill’s celebrate the life and times off actor, Stanley Tucci, currently in his second season hosting the Emmy Award winning Series on CNN, “Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy.”From "Big Night” and “The Devi Wears Prada” to “Julie & Julia” and “The Hunger Games,” Stanley Tucci remains a welcome addition to the food and travel genre.Wine Expert Hayley Hamilton Cogill celebrates the Italian-American actor with a Barolo made from 100% Nebbiolo, and emphasizes her love of white wines from the elevated altitude of Alto Adige in far Northwestern Italy.
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