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Wine Not Three-Peat? Bordeaux Unveiled with the Return of Tim O’Rourke (Ep. 111)

Wine Not Three-Peat? Bordeaux Unveiled with the Return of Tim O’Rourke (Ep. 111)

Just as true wealth is more than money, the beauty of Bordeaux goes beyond the bottle. 

In this episode, John and Michael Parise welcome back guest Tim O’Rourke (for the third time!) to navigate the captivating world of Bordeaux wines. Listen in as they dive into the history, production, and unique characteristics that make Bordeaux wines stand out on the global stage.

John, Michael, and Tim discuss:

  • The Bordeaux region’s history and its incredible 7,000 wineries
  • The distinction between the left and right bank wines and their unique soil compositions
  • Factors that contribute to Bordeaux’s fame: sun exposure, soil, and climate
  • Differences between Bordeaux and Californian winemaking, focusing on drip farming
  • Exclusive wine-tasting experiences the team at Copper Beech offers to their clients
  • Recommendations for beginners looking to explore Bordeaux wines
  • And more!

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About Our Guest:

Tim O’Rourke established FinServ Consulting & Recruiting with the mission to be an advocates for the retail investment services industry.

Tim is an industry expert in the recruiting arena, including regulatory compliance, the transition process, business structures, various related contracts, negotiating financial packages, and the evaluation of independent broker-dealers and investment advisory custodians. He was formerly Senior Vice President of FSC Securities Corporation in Atlanta, Georgia, and Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. in St. Petersburg, Florida, with prior retail sales experience for a total of over 27 years of industry experience.