Cork Rules

Robert Tas and Tina Johansson, WSET Diploma Graduate and Michelin restaurant sommelier, review the wine list at BRAT, a one Michelin star restaurant in the gastronomic quarters of Shoreditch in London. The food is traditional British, but all cooked with open fire, and the wine list offers a delightful selection from France and Spain, but also other European countries like Italy, Greece and Portugal, and the list includes an adventurous selection under the title “Off the Beaten Path, for all those who want to try something new and expand their palate.  Wines reviewed include: 2021 Guimaro Cepas Viejas, Ribeira Sacra, Spain 2020 Domaine Roulot Meursault Premier Cru Clos des Boucheres, Burgundy 2020 Comando G La Breña Premier, Spain For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Robert Tas and with Tina Johansson, WSET Diploma Graduate and Michelin restaurant sommelier, review the wine list at Bocca di Lupo in London. This authentic Italian restaurant has received many accolades for its simple but genuine food. All 20 regions of Italy are represented on the menu, and it is ever-changing to follow the seasons. So, no matter what time of year you come here, the experience will be fresh, adventurous, and new.   Wines reviewed include: 2015 Perlé Nero Riserva Brut, Trentino, Italy 2016 Casanova di Neri Brunello, “Cerretalto”,  Tuscany 2018 Freisa Kyè , Vajra, Italy For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Robert Tas and Michaela Quinlan, certified sommelier, review the wine list at Lafayette. This grand café and bakery feature modern interpretations of classic French bistro favorites and an amazing wine list. Michaela spots a delicious crémant and shares a little background information on why crémant is a delicious choice, a crisp dry white that pairs wonderfully with seafood, and a robust red that pairs well with duck and smoke dishes. Wines reviewed include: Toques et Clochers Crémant de Limoux NV Domaine Gauthier “Jour de Soif” Cabernet Franc Daniel Crochet Sancerre

In today's episode of CorkRules, Alexis Rogers, certified sommelier, offers her expert advice on the extensive wine list of Ai Fiori, a Michelin Star, Italian restaurant, NYC. Ai Fiori has earned a stellar reputation for its wine list and is the 2020 winner of the Grand Award from Wine Spectator. Alexis talks about a few exceptional Chardonnays from lesser-known regions, wines not to be missed on the over 1000-bottle list, and she identifies one of the best producers on the list. Wines reviewed include: 2019 Arbois Chardonnay Vieilles Vignes, Vin Sans Nom 2011 Karthauserhof GG Riesling 2015 Domaine Faiveley Chambolle-Musigny For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Michaela Quinlan, certified sommelier, and Robert Tas review the wine list at Momofuku Ko, a traditional Japanese restuarant offering two spaces, the barako offering an a la carte menu and the main dining room offering a full tasting menu, and to help you choose wine to pair with the menu, Michaela peruses the 84-page list to point out a few spectacular fine wines, including skin contact wine, wines to pair with tempura, and more. Wines reviewed include: Vadin-Plateau "Renaissance," Blanc de Noirs, Champagne, France  2018 Amorotti Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo, Italy 2015 Cortese from Stefano Bellotti Cascina Degli Ulivi, "IVAG" For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Grace Hood, wine educator and certified sommelier, and Robert Tas review the wine list at the French Bistro, Le CouCouc, where the French vibe is full on joie de vivre. This restaurant promises a good night out and a great culinary experience. But let's not forget why we're here. The wine. Grace finds the divine wines that will delight,  Wines reviewed inlcude: Didier Dagueneau Pouilly Fume, Loire Valley, France Domaine de la Grange Roussane/Marsanne, Languedoc Domaine Auguste Clape, Northern Rhone For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Grace Hood, wine educator and certified sommelier and Robert Tas review the all French and American wine list at Benoit. Grace checks out the French varietals and identifies the American counterpart on the list. She talks about the aging process and compares French Pinot to American Pinot.  Wines reviewed Include: Brocard Chablis, Burgundy RoseRock Chardonnay, Willamette Valley, Oregon Kosta Browne Russian River Pinot, Sonoma For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.  

Maria Valetta, certified sommelier and wine educator and Robert Tas review the wine list at Via Carota, a quaint Italian restaurant inspired by Chef Saudis 17th century family country house in the hills of Florence. The passion for all things italian is clear here. Relax in the rustic ambience and enjoy authentic pasta dishes and savor an adventurous selection of wines from all regions on the all-Italian wine list.  Wines reviewed include: 2018 Brunello di Montelcino Fanti 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva Felcina 2022 Vermintino di Gallura Serenata Silvio Carta For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

 Sommelier Michaela Quinlan joins Robert to demystify the very French wine list of Dirty French in lower Manhattan and travel around the lesser-known wine regions, including wines of the Savoie, Provence. Dirty French is located on 180 Ludlow Street and is renowned for its timeless classic French cuisine with a contemporary twist.  Michaela talks about the special regions on the list, the must-try wines, and she spots a few hidden value wines that offer a big bang for the buck. Wines reviewed include 2017 Bandol, Domaine Tempier 2018 Valentin Morel, Côtes du Jura Les Trouillots 2020 Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine, La Pepiere Clos des Briords For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Grant Wood, wine educator and certified sommelier and Robert Tas review the wine list at Sorrel, an Italian contemporary restaurant located in Pac Heights that has earned a Michelin star thanks to Chef Alexander Hong. Grant spots some sensational sparklers, wines that are perfect for pairing with all things pasta, and some devilshly robust reds to take your dining experience to a whole new level of sumptuous.   Wines reviewed include: 2021 Ryme “hers” Vermentino from Carneros 2019 Idlewild Arneis, Lost Hills Ranch 2012 Malvasia by Kante in Venezia-Giulia  

Wine educator and certified sommelier Maria Valletta joins Robert Tas for authentic French fare and a French wine list that is, indeed, in French at the Balthazar restaurant in Soho. Maria translates the menu, discovers the extraordinary little–known gems, and shares her knowledge of the industry to help you understand more about varietals and regions. Maria points out a few delicious sparkling wines and Champagne, a hidden gem of a rosé, and a less pricey wine that will still knock your socks off and impress your guests.  Wines reviewed include: 2020 Bandol Rouge“La Migoua” Domaine Tempier 2020 Domaine de Beaurenard  2022 Château Haut-La-Péreyre  For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Wine director Alexis Rogers joins Robert Tas to explore and explain the wine list of the Italian restaurant Felice. With nine locations in NYC, this restaurant is proving to be a popular culinary destination and the wine list meets expectations. Alexis recommends stellar wines from Northern Italy, including an exceptional wine to pair with that classic Italian dish, bolognese.   Wines reviewed include:  2015 le toga Brunello di Montalcino 2016 Produttori del Barbaresco Rabaja 2020 Grüner Veltliner Federspiel "Klaus“  For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Certified sommelier and wine educator Grace Hood, and host Robert Tas review the wine list at the iconic 1803 where Grace identifies the wines that pair well with the blended histories of French and Cajun and Caribbean and Spanish cuisine. Wines reviewed include: 2007 Louis Roederer Brut Rose Champagne 1986 Château Lynch-Bages, France Domaine Frédéric Brouca Côte de Glou  For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.  

In this episode, certified sommelier Michaela Quinlan and oenophile Robert Tas visit the wine list of Root & Bone in NYC where they explore wines from Oregon, the Finger Lakes, and California. If you are looking for the perfect wines to pair with fried chicken and pulled pork, Michaela will help you find them as she shares her expert opinion on the value-packed wine list of Root & Bone. Michaela shares information on pinot gris vs. pinot grigio, how to shop for a Riesling, and the best champagne-quality sparkling wine to pair with fried chicken.  Wines reviewed include:  The Boundary Breaks, Ovid Line North Riesling, Finger Lakes Fleur Pinot Noir, Carneros, California Ghostrider Ungrafted Syrah, Lodi, California For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Certified sommelier Grant Wood joins Robert Tas in this episode of Cork Rules where they review the wine list of Casa Lever on Park Avenue, New York City.  Casa Lever is an icon in NYC, and, as they say themselves, this restaurant is where Manhattan sophistication meets Italian classics. If you visit Casa Lever be prepared for an elegant dining experience and a carefully curated wine. Grant points out wines to celebrate with, wines with verve, and special wines on the list.   Wines reviewed include: 2017 Pinot Bianco Goldberg, Italy 2000 Barolo by Roberto Veritux, Italy 2017 Lytton Springs Zinfandel, California    For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Robert Tas talks to writer, director Todd Norwood about his new film and the world of wine. Todd shares stories about the making of his film Gap Weekend, and, of course, wine. Todd shares why he chose to film in wine country, his favorite wine, how he paid the crew overtime, and where you can access the film. For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

In this episode, sommelier Grace Hood joins Robert Tas to demystify the wine list of the Buddakan, an Asian-fusion restaurant, and explore the wines that complement Asian food. Choosing a wine to work with Asian food always presents a dilemma for the discerning diner, but Grace explains which wines work, what they work with, and why they do. Wines reviewed include:  2020 Riesling Kabinett, Egon Müller Mosel, Germany 2016 Jonata Syrah 2016, Central Coast, California 2020 Spätlese Reisling from Selbach-Oster Mosel, Germany  For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

In this episode, Robert and certified sommelier Maria Valetta review the wine list of the Grand Central Oyster Bar, a historic restaurant which originally opened in 1913 in NYC's Grand Central Station.  They identify the perfect oyster wine, whites from the Loire Valley, and wines from the list that will take your dining experience to the next level. Wines reviewed include: 2018 Muscadet Sevre-et-Maine 2014  Hanzell Sebella Pinot Noir 2013  Louis Baisinbert La Piece Sous Le Bois -Meursault Premier Cru   For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Certified sommelier Grant Wood joins Robert Tas in this episode of Cork Rules where they review the wine list of Casa Lever on Park Avenue, New York City.  Casa Lever is an icon in NYC, and, as they say themselves, this restaurant is where Manhattan sophistication meets Italian classics. If you visit Casa Lever be prepared for an elegant dining experience and a carefully curated wine.  Wines reviewed include:  Krug's brut “Grande Reserve” multi-vintage Champagne, France 2000 Barolo by Roberto Voerzio, Brunate, northwestern Italy 2017 Lytton Springs, Zinfandel, Syrah, and Carignane field blend, Ridge, Sonoma's Dry Creek AVA For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

In this episode, certified sommelier Michaela Quinlan and oenophile Robert Tas visit the wine list of Root & Bone in NYC where they explore wines from Oregon, the Finger Lakes, and California. If you are looking for the perfect wines to pair with fried chicken and pulled pork, Michaela will help you find them as she shares her expert opinion on the value-packed wine list of Root & Bone.  Wines reviewed include: Rainstorm Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, Oregon.  Boundary Breaks, Ovid Line North Riesling, Finger Lakes, NY Ghostrider Ungrafted Syrah from Lodi, California For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

In this episode, Kim Kuznitz wine educator and certified sommelier joins Robert Tas in an exploration of Atlantic Grill's wine list. The Atlantic Grill is known for serving the freshest seafood from the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea, but they also serve a selection of high-quality meat dishes if you want the ultimate surf and turf experience.  Wines reviewed include: Chimney Rock, Stag's Leap, Napa Merlot, Grgich Hills Estate Falanghina, Campania, Italy For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Robert Tas and certified sommelier Michaela Quinlan join forces once again to share their expertise on the wine lists of restaurants in New York City. In this episode, they explore the wine list of il Buco. With two locations in NYC, il Buco has earned a stellar reputation and is a popular destination. Their wine cellar holds a selection of over 400 wines and includes an exciting range of lesser-known, artisan wines from Europe in addition to better-known quality wines. il Buco's wine list has won Wine Spectator's "Award of Excellence" several times. Wines reviewed include: Ayala Brut Majeur, Champagne, France Enta Bianco, Sicily Greco di Tufo from Campania, Italy.   For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

In this episode, host Robert Tas and certified sommelier Michaela Quinlan explore the wine list of the renowned Italian restaurant, Pasquale Jones. Situated on the corner of Mulberry and Kenmare Streets in Manhattan's Little Italy, this establishment offers authentic Italian cuisine and a sophisticated wine list that is sure to please both the palate and the pocket. Michaela shares pairing suggestions and identifies tasting notes on a few select bottles, including orange wines. Key points include: 2017 Molettieri Aglianico, Taurasi, Campania  2020 Jean Claude Lapalu Cote de Brouilly, Beaujolais 2013 Cascina Baricchi Riserva Barbaresco, Italy For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

In this episode, host Robert Tas interviews Josh Ardizzoni, certified sommelier and cellar consultant, on the wine list of The Grill. They discuss the exciting side of where champagne is going, those exclusive and beautifully aged bottles and the extraordinary value wines on the list. Josh also points out a few unicorn wines on the list that are guaranteed to delight the most discerning oenophile.  Wines reviewed include: 2015 Volnay-Champans, Marquis d'Angerville  1986 Château Rauzan-Ségla, Margaux 1995 Château Pontet-Canet from Pauillac,  For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

This episode of Cork Rules explores the wine list of Smith and Wollensky on the Upper East Side of New York City. Certified sommelier Maria Valetta and Robert Tas review a great wine list, explain what verticals are, point out a few value wines that offer exceptional value without compromising quality, and they identify a few outliers on the list for the adventurous wine lover.  Wines reviewed include: 2020 Louis Jadot Macon Village, France 2019 PAX Gamay, California 2018 Aperture Cabernet, Sonoma  Coast For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

CorkRules takes a trip to The Lobster Club in the Seagram Building, New York City where host Robert Tas explores the wine list with sommelier Michaela Quinlan to find the perfect pairings with sweetness and spice, the unique value wines, and the extraordinary bottles list. The Lobster Club is a Japanese Brasserie with an extensive wine list and is renowned for its unique interpretation of Japanese cooking and sushi. Wines reviewed include: 2017 Kruger-Rumpf, Riesling Kabinett, Germany 2019 Benjamin Leroux Aligote, Burgundy 2015 Domaine les Pallières Les Racines, France For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.  

In this episode of CorkRules, certified sommelier Grace Hood shares her expertise on how sommeliers create and organize a great wine list. Grace and Robert explore the European and Californian wines on the list in addition to those unique and little-known gems. Grace shares a brief overview of how to pair wines. Key points include: 2019 Chateau Montelana, Napa 2020, Gerrad Boulay Sancerre, France 2018 Bergström “Cumberland Reserve”, Willamette Valley For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Certified sommelier Michaela Quinlan joins Robert Tas for the first episode of Cork Rules. In this episode, Michaela explores the extensive, 33-page, award-winning wine list of the seafood restaurant Oceana, including a few fantastic standouts from around the globe.  Key points include: 02:30: The must-try wines on the list 03:38: The value wines 04:44: The better wines on the list For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

In today's episode, Maria Valetta, wine educator and certified sommelier, demystifies the wine list from ABC Kitchen, a John George restaurant on 35 East 18th Street in New York City. Maria draws our attention to the simple breakdown of descriptive sections, making the list easier to navigate, but more importantly, she explores the unique white wine varietals from Italy before moving on to reds from South America, specifically, Chile and Argentina. Key points: 02:47: Italian whites  03:53: Best bang for your buck in reds 04:26: Wines for the special guest  For more information on today's episode and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Certified sommelier Michaela Quinlan and Robert Tas visit the renowned steakhouse Alba in Quincy, Massachusetts. Michaela reviews Alba's wine list with Old and New World favorites in standard, half, and large bottle formats. She offers pairing suggestions and identifies the tasting notes of several bottles on the list, and she points out wines from a winery that has been producing award-winning wines since 1626,  a bold Chilean wine made from the Carmenere varietal, in addition to the value wines and wines that should not be missed.  Wines reviewed include: 2020 Trimbach Riesling, Alsace, France 2019 Livio Felluga Pinot Grigio from Friuli in Italy 2016 Tenuta dell Ornellaia,Tuscany, Italy   For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.  

 WSET Diploma Graduate and Michelin restaurant sommelier Tina Johansson and Robert Tas review the wine list 10 Greek Street located in Soho, London. From British Fizz to delicious whites and robust reds, Tina identifies the wines on the menu that pair well with the food served.  Wines reviewed include: 2021 Johannesh of Reinisch Rotgipfler, Austria 2021 Ministry of Clouds Grenache from McLaren Vale,  Australia 2012 1086, Prestige Cuvee, Nyetimber, England For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Certified sommelier Michaela Quinlan and Robert Tas review the wine list at L'Auberge Chez Francois, an elegant restaurant serving classic French dishes in a farmhouse setting with a delightful garden patio. Family-owned since 1954, the ethos here is to set the standard for authentic French food that satisfies your appetite and your soul. Michaela reviews the extensive wine list of old-world and new-world wines and shares her knowledge of pairing wines with the menu and tasting notes to help you make an informed decision.  Wines reviewed include: 2020 Domaine Schoenheitz Gewurztraminer,  Alsace 2015 Domaine Brana, Bizi Berri, France 2019 Anthill Farms, Mixed Blacks, Russian River Valley, California For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

WSET Diploma Graduate and Michelin restaurant sommelier Tina Johansson and Robert Tas take a trip across the pond to London where they review the wine list at Andrew Edmunds, a restaurant that serves a modern European menu served at candlelit tables in a snug 18th-century townhouse.  Wines reviewed include: 2017 Chablis Vent d'Ange, France 2022 Vassaltis Santorini Assyrtiko, Greece 2014 Testa dei Cherubini, California   For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.  

Certified sommelier Michaela Quinlan and Robert Tas review the wine list at Salt Seafood and Oyster Bar. A restaurant that serves a fresh, unique menu in a rustic designed space. Michaela offers tantalizing descriptions of tasting notes with aromas of white flowers and citrus, along with notes of tangerine, ripe peach, and tropical fruit, or aromas of ripe cranberries, ripe red cherries, and blackberries, with notes of clove, spice, vanilla, and cocoa and she offers pairing suggestions and wine recommendations. Wines reviewed include: 2019 Dalila Reserva, Viognier and Grillo blend, Sicily 2020 Pago del Vicario, Tempranillo Blanco, Spain 2021 Tsililis, Theopetra Estate Assyrtiko and Malagouzia, Greece For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Certified sommelier and wine educator Maria Valetta and Robert Tas review the wine list at Matteo's in Las Vegas where they offer a deliciously Italian menu in a contemporary setting. Maria spots a few by-the-glass wines that are sure to please In addition to pairing suggestions. She also selects a few Indigenous Italian varietals and a wallet-friendly wine to try in place of the pricier barolos and barbarescos.  Wines reviewed include: 2018 Valtiglione, Piemonte, Italy 2020 Arneis Roagna, Piemonte, Italy  2015 Piedirosso, Kerres, “I Pentri”, Campania, Italy  For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Michaela Quinlan, certified sommelier, and Robert Tas review the wine list at Eddy V's Prime Seafood restaurant. This vibrant location offers a stand-out menu specializing in steaks and seafood and a classic wine list with a selection of old and new world wines to pair with items on the menu, including scallops and salmon, wines with spice to pair with smokey meats, and wines to  pair with richly sauced seafood and spicy dishes, Wines reviewed include:  2020 Cave de Lugny, Les Charmes, Burgundy 2018 K Vintners Millbrant Syrah, Washington State 2019 Bodegas Caro, Amancaya, Mendoza, Argentina For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Tina Johansson, WSET Diploma Graduate and Michelin restaurant sommelier, and Robert Tas go overseas to the U.K. where they review the wine list at 28-50 Marleybone where the Wine Workshop & Kitchen concept takes the traditional wine bar experience to a whole new level.  They offer over 30 carefully chosen wines, available by the glass, and an extensive list that has been carefully curated to pair with the seasonally changing, modern European menus. Tina spots a few classics on the list, including a unicorn wine for the adventurous oenophile.  Wines reviewed include: 2010 Clos Rougeard Le Clos, Loire Valley 2019 Didier Dagueneau Silex, Loire Valley 2019 Reva Barbera d'Alba, Italy For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Certified sommelier Michaela Quinlan, and Robert Tas review the wine list at The View in Oakdale, New York. A  Wine Spectator Award of Excellence winner, View's wine list features an excellent selection of Old World and New World favorites. Michaela points out the hidden gems on the list, including a wine that pairs well with bold spices and sushi, a delicious Spanish sparkling wine, and a few stand-out reds. Wines reviewed include: 2019 Frank Family Chardonnay from Carneros, CA 2020 Bertrand “Orange Gold”,  Languedoc of France 2015 Bodegas Muga ‘Conde de Haro' Cava Brut, Rioja, Spain For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Maria Valetta, wine educator, and certified sommelier, and Robert Tas navigate the wine list at the Mexican restaurant Viva Garcia where they choose wine to pair well with bold Mexican flavors. The list offers a great selection of Mexican wines from Mexican wine country,  Valle de Guadalupe, in addition to a fine choice of old and new world wines. Maria introduces a flight of rosés, and value Spanish wines.  Wines reviewed include: 2018 Raúl Pérez, Ultreia Saint Jacques, Bierzo, Spain 2017 Solar Fortune, Syrah, Valle de Guadalupe, B.C., Mexico 2020 The Domaine de Triennes, Rosé, Provence, France  For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Michaela Quinlan, certified sommelier, and Robert Tas review the wine list of Il Capriccio in Whippany, New Jersey where they serve authentic Italian cuisine featuring local seafood, meats, and vegetables from their local 180-acre organic farm. Michaela shares her expertise in tasting notes and pairings to complement the menu and identifies the exceptional value wines in addition to those little-known gems and sparklers for all occasions.  Wines reviewed include: 2020 Case Paolin, Coste Degli Angeli, Manzoni Bianco, Veneto, Italy 2014 Odoardi, Giovan Battista, Gaglioppo,  Calabria 2013 Bellavista Franciacorta Brut, Italy For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Grace Hood, wine educator and certified sommelier, and Robert Tas review the wine list at Craft L.A., a Chef Tom Colicchio restaurant. Following his success in New York, he brought Craft's pioneering approach to the West Coast.  Grace dives into the boutique style list, and in true international fashion, she chooses bottles from around the globe, including  France, Australia, Spain and beyond.  Wines reviewed include: 2009 Soter Brut Rose, Willamette Valley, Oregon 2018 Txakolina from Ameztoi, Spain 2017 Alber Boxler Pinot Gris, Alsace, France For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Michaela Quinlan, certified sommelier, and Robert Tas review the wine list at Clarity in Vienna, Vermont. Clarity offers an à la carte or gourmet prix fixe four-course dinner tasting menu that showcases the very best seasonal offerings, largely sourced from a close network of local farmers and suppliers from across the country.  Specially selected wine and whisky pairings are available with the tasting menu. Their wine program features over 400 wines from all over the world, ranging from classic wines available by-the-glass to fine vintages and some of the most exciting wines from all over the world. Wines reviewed include: 2012 Pakravan-Papa, Prunice di Riparbella, Tuscany 2016 Valerie Forgues Gamay, Touraine, France 2019 Le Jade, Viognier Cave de Pomerols, Languedoc,  France   For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.  

Maria Valetta, wine educator and certified sommelier, and Robert Tas review the wine list at Brera Osteria. This restaurant is known as one of the best places to eat Italian food without pretension or fanfare. It's a place to relax, eat, enjoy, and drink wine. Feel free to flip the list and order the wine to kick off the relaxation. Maria explores the mostly Italian wine list from region to region to find the best of the fine and fun wines and offers pairing suggestions to help you find the wine to complement the meal.  Wines reviewed include: 2019 Falanghina San Salvatore, Campania, Italy 2013 The Montefalco Rosso Tenute Lunelli, “Ziggurat”, Italy 2010 Borgogno, Barolo “Cannubi”, Piemonte, Italy    For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.  

Tina Johansson, WSET Diploma Graduate and Michelin restaurant sommelier, and Robert Tas review the wine list at Bleu Provence in Naples, Florida. This family-run French restaurant won many prizes, including Wine Spectators Grand Award for the best wine lists of the world, so you know you are going to enjoy this wine adventure. Tina kicks off the review with a spectacular white before moving on to one of the most celebrated reds from Burgundy, and a special bottle from the Champagne region.    Wines reviewed include: 2012 Auguste Clape Saint-Peray, Rhone 2014 Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants, Burgundy 2005 Egly-Ouriet Grand Cru, Champagne   For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.  

Michaela Quinlan, certified sommelier, and Robert Tas review the wine list at Bellisimo, a northern Italian restaurant that serves locally grown produce, seafood, and house-made pasta, and a wine list that features Italian classics, unique varietals, and value wines. Michaela identifies the stand-out bottles for both red, white, and sparkling wines.  Wines reviewed include: 2012 Buondonno Campo al Ciliegi, Tuscany 2012 De Fillipo, Montefalco Sagrantino, Umbria For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Tina Johannson and Robert Tas review the interesting selection of wines on the wine list at Kochi. If you want to know which wines to pair with Korean cuisine, this is the podcast for you. Tina reviews a unique selection of wines, including a food-friendly crisp white that pairs well with street corn fritters served with caviar, and a white from a cult producer, and a fruity red wine from Patagonia.  Wines reviewed include: 2021 Anima Negra Quibia, Mallorca 2013 Coche-Dury Bourgogne Blanc, France 2020 Bodegas Chacra Barda Pinot, Argentina For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Tina Johansson, WSET Diploma Graduate and Michelin restaurant sommelier, and Robert Tas review the wine list at Wally's in Santa Monica where, in addition to a carefully curated wine list with over 100 wines by-the-glass. They offer everything from lunch, brunch and dinner to exclusive caviar events, a gourmet shop selling cheese and chocolate and even a bar with rare spirits. But we're here for the wine, and Tina kicks off with a review of the bubbles on the list before moving on to wines from Spain and a fabulous, light and floral barolo. Wines reviewed include: 2017 Veronica Ortega CAL, Bierzo, Spain 2017 Burlotto Monvigliero, Spain 2014 Vilmart & Cie Coeur de Cuvee, France   For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.  

In this special episode of CorkRules, Robert Tas interviews Bartholomew Broadbent, founder and CEO of Broadbent Wines Limited.  Bartholomew was named one of the “fifty most influential people in the wine world” by Decanter Magazine (1997) and ranked 48th in the “Top 100 Most Influential People in the U.S Wine Industry” in 2013 by IntoWine.com, and in this episode, he shares his journey and adventures in the wine industry, beginning with an early introduction to the industry with his father, before moving on to the fascinating history of Madeira, the rise and fall of sales in the States, and how he chooses wine in a restaurant.  Wines reviewed include: Rainwater Madeira 10 Year Sercial Madeira Broadbent Single Cask O 078 Verdelho Madeira For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Maria Valetta, wine educator and certified sommelier, and Robert Tas head to Las Vegas where they stop in at Buddy V's an Italian restaurant in the Venetian resort with views of the strip. What a great place to relax, enjoy, and people-watch in Vegas. Maria kicks off the review with wines from the extensive wines-by- the glass list before moving on to a stellar bottle for prosecco lovers, and a fabulous, must-not-be-missed Friuli. For red fans, she also spots a baby Super Tuscan, a certified organic barolo and many more.  Wines reviewed include: 2019 Trinchero, Iron & Sand, Paso Robles, California Nino Franco Rustico, Prosecco Veneto 2015 Ziata, Mia Madre, Bordeaux Blend Napa,  For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Samantha Hohl, wine educator and certified sommelier, and Robert Tas review the wine list at the meze and wine bar in Boston, Krasi. If you want to explore Greek wine, this is the place to go. Krasi literally means wine, and at this cool spot you will find a fabulous selection of Greek wines. Not sure where to start? Don't worry, Sam is on hand to help you find the wines on the list that will tickle your palate and expand your knowledge of wines from a variety of Greek regions and islands.  Wines reviewed include: 2017 Douloufakis, “Amphora” Vidiano, Crete 2019 Stillanou, Mandilari, “Great Mother”, Crete 2013 Nerantzi, Koniaros,  Serres, Maceodonia For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.

Michaela Quinlan, certified sommelier, and Robert Tas review the wine list at Sandbar. A winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, this list features a beautiful selection of Old World and New World favorites. Michaela identifies the tasting notes of full-bodied reds, fresh bright Italian whites, Grand Crus and value wines, and offers pairing suggestions with a wide range of dishes on the menu.  Wines reviewed include: 2020 Corey Creek Vineyard Cabernet Franc Blanc, Long Island 2020 Villa Pozzi Grillo, Sicily 2018 Heritiers de Comte, Lafon, Burgundy For more information on today's episode, and the wines you love to love, visit www.corkrules.com.