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The need for help for impacted wine professionals is ongoing.On this episode of Sip Sip Hooray!, we dive into how the wine and hospitality community supports professionals in crisis. Guest Cristie Norman, president and co-founder of the United Sommeliers Foundation, shares how the nonprofit has been providing financial aid to sommeliers and wine professionals affected by disasters—including the recent Los Angeles wildfires.The recent LA wildfires may be over, but their impact on the wine and hospitality industry continues. Cristie Norman discusses the ongoing need, not only for the LA Fires but also for recent hurricanes, other natural disasters, but also healthcare needs and domestic violence issues facing sommeliers.Learn about the foundation's five-year journey, its impact on industry professiona, and how you can contribute to their mission. From financial aid for those facing unexpected hardships to disaster relief efforts, the USF is making a real difference. From providing emergency grants to those in need to long-term recovery support, their work is truly inspiring.

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, we sit down with Cristie Norman, the lead sommelier at Delilah in the Wynn Las Vegas and a 2024 James Beard Award nominee. Cristie shares how she built one of the most exciting luxury wine programs in Las Vegas, with a focus on large format Bordeaux, Champagne, and rare back-vintage bottles. She also discusses her early journey in wine, her role in co-founding the United Sommeliers Foundation, and the culture shift she experienced moving from LA to Vegas.Cristie offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to serve high-roller guests in a modern supper club setting—where six-liter bottles of Opus One and vintage Dom Pérignon are the norm. She walks us through how her team manages a massive inventory, executes top-level bottle service, and delivers a wine experience that balances club energy with world-class hospitality. Cristie also shares her top tips for decanting, preserving wine, and sourcing the best wines from birth-year vintages.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the Vint Wine Podcast01:19 Upcoming Bordeaux Trip and Wine Tasting Insights04:52 2024 Bordeaux Vintage and Market Trends07:30 Challenges and Dynamics of En Primeur System10:03 Introducing Guest: Cristie Norman14:27 Crristie Norman's Journey and Achievements17:56 Inside Delilah: A Modern Supper Club Experience31:42 Architectural Wonders and Wine Culture in Las Vegas32:51 Challenges of the Culinary Union35:39 Building a Motivated Wine Team38:19 Efficient Wine Service Techniques41:05 Managing Large Wine Formats49:33 Wine Preservation Tips and Tools53:29 Vintage Wine Recommendations and Final ThoughtsThe Vint Wine Podcast is a production of the Vint Marketplace, your source for the highest quality stock of fine wines and rare whiskies. Visit www.vintmarketplace.com. To learn more about Vint and the Vint Marketplace, visit us at Vintmarketplace.com or email Brady Weller at brady@vint.co, or Billy Galanko at Billy@vintmarketplace.com. Cheers!Past Guests Include: William Kelley, Peter Liem, Eric Asimov, Bobby Stuckey, Rajat "Raj" Parr, Erik Segelbaum, André Hueston Mack, Emily Saladino, Konstantin Baum, Landon Patterson, Heather Wibbels, Carlton "CJ" Fowler, Boris Guillome, Christopher Walkey, Danny Jassy, Kristy Wenz, Dan Petroski, Buster Scher, Andrew Nelson, Jane Anson, Tim Irwin, Matt Murphy, Allen Meadows, Altan Insights, Tim Gaiser, Vince Anter, Joel Peterson, Megan O'Connor, Adam Lapierre, Jason Haas, Ken Freeman, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Skyler Weekes, Mary Gorman McAdams, Nick King, Bartholomew Broadbent, Nick Jackson, Dillon Sykes, Mark Bell, David Keck, John Szabo, Channing Frye, Jay Hack, Julia Harding, Austin Hope, Michael Minnillo, Jermaine Stone, Jim Madsen, Santiago Archaval, Tom Smith, Sebastian Lowa, Matthew Crafton, Tony Parker, Andrew Caillard, Mike Veseth, Madeline Puckette, John Olney, Matthew Kaner, Amelia Singer, Chess Martin, Gaia Gaja, Liz Thach, Sarah Heller, Jess Druey, James Cluer, Eduardo Chadwick, Terry Theise, and more!

Welcome to Episode 1646, in which Cynthia Chaplin interviews Cristie Norman in this installment of Voices, on the Italian Wine Podcast. More about today's guest Cristie Norman is a Wine Educator and Sommelier, certified through the Court of Master Sommeliers and WSET (Level 3). She became a Wine Expert at 21 years old and wants to make wine education affordable, accessible and fun for everyone. She is also the President of the United Sommeliers Foundation, providing financial assistance for Wine Professionals in crisis due to circumstances beyond their control. Connect: Website https://theonlinewinecourse.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cristienorman_somm/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristie-norman-30a821b5/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/cristienormansomm/ About today's Host: Cynthia Chaplin is a VIA certified Italian Wine Ambassador, a professional sommelier with FIS and the WSA, a member of Le Donne del Vino, and a Professor of Italian wine and culture. Born in the USA, she's lived in Europe since 1990. Italian wine, in particular rosé, is her passion. She works with embassies, corporations and private clients, creating and presenting tastings, events, seminars and in-depth courses. Cynthia is a wine writer, a judge at international wine and sake competitions, she consults with restaurants and enotecas developing comprehensive wine lists and food pairings, and she advises clients who want to curate an Italian wine collection. She currently works for Vinitaly International in Verona as a Project Manager, Educator, and the host of VOICES Series on The Italian Wine Podcast, focusing on diversity and inclusion in the global wine industry. Connect: Facebook: Italian Wines in English Instagram: kiss_my_glassx Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-chaplin-190647179/ _______________________________ Let's keep in touch! Follow us on our social media channels: Instagram www.instagram.com/italianwinepodcast/ Facebook www.facebook.com/ItalianWinePodcast Twitter www.twitter.com/itawinepodcast Tiktok www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin! Share this pod! Remember Voices is all about diversity, equity, and heart-warming personal stories about real people!

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, Billy Galanko and Brady Weller talk with Cristie Norman, Lead Sommelier at Delilah (Wynn Las Vegas & Encore). Cristie has been recognized by Wine Enthusiast as a 40 under 40 somm and Wine Educator of the Year. Her role throughout the pandemic in bringing together the LA wine community, as well as her position as President of the United Sommelier's Foundation, are examples of her passion for bringing somms, distributors, and producers together under one roof for learning and support. Cristie has also created online courses for wine beginners dubbed "Driver's Ed" for wine. Her unique role in shaping the wine community in one of the country's most influential wine towns, and her contagious energy for learning and excellence in her trade is palpable. Enjoy!For more information on the Vint investment platform, please contact us anytime at brady@vint.co or billy@vint.co. The Vint Podcast is brought to you by the Vint Marketplace, your source for the highest quality stock of fine wines and rare whiskies. Visit www.vintmarketplace.com. Cheers!Past Guests Include: William Kelley, Peter Liem, Eric Asimov, Bobby Stuckey, Rajat "Raj" Parr, Erik Segelbaum, André Hueston Mack, Emily Saladino, Konstantin Baum, Landon Patterson, Heather Wibbels, Carlton "CJ" Fowler, Boris Guillome, Christopher Walkey, Danny Jassy, Kristy Wenz, Dan Petroski, Buster Scher, Andrew Nelson, Jane Anson, Tim Irwin, Matt Murphy, Allen Meadows, Altan Insights, Tim Gaiser, Vince Anter, Joel Peterson, Megan O'Connor, Adam Lapierre, Jason Haas, Ken Freeman, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Skyler Weekes, Mary Gorman McAdams, Nick King, Bartholomew Broadbent, Nick Jackson, Dillon Sykes, Mark Bell, David Keck, John Szabo, Channing Frye, Jay Hack Disclaimer: https://vint.co/disclaimer

In this captivating episode of "Getting to Know You" with host Cameron Edward Benton, we welcome the renowned wine expert, Cristie Norman. Join us as we delve into Cristie's incredible journey from bodybuilding competitor to leading the wine program at Delilah Las Vegas. Discover the global impact of her successful online wine course and her inspiring philanthropic efforts. Learn about her entrepreneurial spirit, interests in technology and blockchain, and her vision for the future. Gain valuable insights into creating online courses and the importance of supporting the sommelier community. Witness the power of leadership and the artistry of managing a dynamic wine inventory. Plus, get a glimpse into The Wynn's exceptional culture and their commitment to emotional intelligence and personal fulfillment. Don't miss this enlightening conversation filled with wisdom, humor, and authenticity. Follow Cristie on Instagram @ChristieNorman_somm and explore her online wine course at www.theonlinewinecourse.com. Hit the subscribe button and join us for more thought-provoking episodes!

Pinkies up and wallets out for this week's quaffable "cult": the elitist, jargon-packed, ritual-soaked world of fine wine. Amanda and Isa were always highly intrigued but knew very little about this top-shelf "cult" until chatting with special guest Cristie Norman, certified sommelier, Wine Enthusiast's "educator of the year," and creator of The Online Wine Course. The fine wine world is certainly mysterious and exclusive, but how "dangerously culty" is it? Drunk on Cristie's insights, we're ready to find out... To support Sounds Like A Cult on Patreon, keep up with our live show dates, see Isa's live comedy, buy a copy of Amanda's book Cultish, or visit our website, click here! Thank you to our sponsors! Visit article.com/CULT for $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. Visit AURA.com/CULT for a 14 day free trial. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code CULT at OSEAMalibu.com.

In a time of desperate need, how does it feel to be selling hedonism? Is it possible to find peace and purpose in a career that underscores income inequality? Joining us for this episode are Cristie Norman, President of The United Sommeliers Foundation, Lead Sommelier at the Wynn Resort, Las Vegas, and CEO of the Online Wine Course; and Anna-Christina Cabrales, sommelier, founder of Sommation, and Education and Innovation Manager at Independence Wine & Spirits.

Today, we chat with sommelier/wine expert/wine educator, Cristie Norman, about debunking wine myths and how you "should" speak about wine to sound smarter than you really are. And she spins the one D word that scared her the most, Dildo. Summer really pulls back the curtain on Hugh Hefner, the playboy mansion and her time as a playmate.Hosted by Alyshia Ochse (@alyshiaochse) and Summer Altice (@summeraltice).Guest: Cristie Norman (@cristienorman_somm)This show is powered by Action Park Media Group.This episode is sponsored by Grassl Glass, Pyramid Valley Vineyards, Liquid Asset Cellars, and Cann Social Tonic.

Imagine you're at one of the most upscale restaurants in Beverly Hills. You want to order a glass of wine and the sommelier walks over. Who do you picture showing up to your table?You're probably not picturing  a 26-year old Asian woman recommending the best wine to pair with your meal. Unfortunately, the world of wine still has a long way to go when it comes to sommelier diversity.That's exactly the reality that today's guest has found herself in throughout her incredible journey of becoming a force to be reckoned with in the wine industry.In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Cristie Norman, a Certified Sommelier and Wine Enthusiast's 2020 Educator of the Year. She started her professional wine journey at the young age of 19 (yes, you read that right!)  and is all about shattering glass ceilings in the traditional wine world.Even more impressive is how Cristie has created opportunities for herself and others during the pandemic. Her innovative thinking and can-do attitude has served her peers greatly during these dire times.Cristie's story is a stellar example of how you can use your passion to bring a community together. I truly hope her story will inspire you to see the opportunities in front of you and create something of your own. You just might be able to help others like you along the way.SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW:Did this episode inspire you? Did you learn something new? If you want to hear more stories like this one, then subscribe, rate, and review this podcast.HELPFUL LINKS:Connect with Cristie Norman on InstagramLearn more about The Online Wine Course* and The United Sommeliers FoundationJoin The Experiential Table Facebook groupRead the Episode TranscriptGet to know Hidden Rhythm on Instagram*Enter “TheExperientialTable” at checkout to get 50% off The Online Wine Course!

We're back with an entrepreneurial boss babe, Cristie Norman! Cristie is a Sommelier, creator of The Online Wine Course for beginners, and co-founder of The United Sommeliers Foundation which provides relief for Sommeliers that are out of work due to the pandemic. In this episode, we dive into different parts of entrepreneurialism from becoming the best at your craft, to what goes into creating an online course. Of course, we also talk about wine! Tune in to hear how we can find opportunities in this challenging time of the pandemic, and how we can work our way up in whatever work we do. Or maybe start a completely new venture from scratch.  02:30 How did you get started as a Sommelier? 05:00 Who is The Online Wine Course for? 09:10 Setting the goal to teach 1 million people by the end of 2021. 12:00 Do you know where your wine is coming from?  15:05 Lessons and breaking stereotypes working as a Sommelier at Spago. 18:30 What was the process like launching your online course? 24:30 Ways we can shift and grow through the challenges of the pandemic. 26:30 What was it like being a Sommelier to celebrities? 29:00 How can you show your value when asking for a raise or promotion? 32:15 Creating a relief fund for Sommeliers during the pandemic. 37:40 Finding healthy coping mechanisms and helping others in time of need.   Check out The Online Wine Course - For Beginners And save 50% when you use Promo code: BETHECHANGE https://theonlinewinecourse.com/   President/Co-Founder The United Sommeliers Foundation https://www.unitedsommeliersfoundation.org/   IG Handle @cristienorman_somm https://www.instagram.com/cristienorman_somm/ ………………………. Connect with Karey on Instagram: @kareynorthington https://www.instagram.com/kareynorthington/?hl=en And kareynorthington.com  

Zach speaks with sommelier Cristie Norman, co-founder and president of the United Sommeliers Foundation, about changes the Court of Master Sommeliers needs to make in the wake of numerous scandals, as well as the challenges Covid-19 has posed to the sommelier profession. Please send any requests or suggestions for future Conversations to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

New Wine in Old Bottles: How Cristie Norman is Changing the Wine Industry We shouldn't feel the need to fit in when we were born to stand out. Every person has a vision of how they want their life to be. We shouldn't allow societal norms and standards to prevent us from realizing our dreams. It's all about what makes us fired up and, ultimately, happy. In this episode, we're joined by Cristie Norman, a young Asian woman in an industry with few people of color. She shares how skill overcomes the expectations of people around you. She also shares her advocacies of being yourself, impacting communities, and not taking life too seriously. Tune in to the episode to learn how to get comfortable being different and create social impact! Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode: Find out how Cristie stood out as a young Asian woman in the conservative wine industry. Learn all about wine, the industry, and Cristie's experience of being a sommelier. Discover Cristie's grand vision for wine and how she is making it real. Resources The United Sommeliers Foundation Adulting With Alcohol  The Online Wine Course  My first book, Relationship Ready: How I Stopped Fucking Randos and Started Cupcaking My Soulmate, is available on Amazon and Audible. Grab your copy now! Episode Highlights Cristie's Journey To become a full-time server, she had to take a sommelier exam. She landed a job as a sommelier in Spago, Beverly Hills. She wasn't emotionally prepared for the experience due to the pressure of selecting the perfect wine out of a wide selection and the fact that she's a person of color. It took her three years to become completely comfortable with her job. The Wine Choosing Process Cristie's goal is to be able to get to the wine customers want in just three questions. It takes a lot of active listening and being able to navigate through a customer's description. Listen to the full episode to hear Cristie's nerve-wracking story about dropping a decanter on a Friday night! On Impostor Syndrome As a woman of color in the industry, she felt the need to prove that she was the best. Cristie felt the need to put in a lot of time and effort before she could say that she's an experienced sommelier. She met a middle-aged man who walked with an air of confidence even if he had superficial wine knowledge, and realized that confidence matters just as much as being an expert. People can sense your lack of confidence and will doubt you. Memorable Moments as a Woman in the Wine Industry Having to choose an expensive purchase for others could be intimidating, and sometimes customers frankly ask for a male sommelier. The first time two old white male customers commended her choice was an unforgettable experience. She has had her fair share of rude customers as well. What Does a Sommelier Do? A sommelier is an expert who helps customers find and choose wine. For Cristie, any wine steward is a sommelier regardless of certification. Cristie thinks the definition of “sommelier” should expand. Sommeliers should be confident in their selections, even if the customer isn't comfortable with the sommelier's choice. The Customer Experience Cristie appreciates when customers are candid about their wine knowledge. Customers should be honest about their desired price point. Cristie would rather undersell and give consumers value for their money than upsell. The United Sommeliers Foundation The charity's purpose was to provide financial grants to sommeliers affected by crises. The foundation has raised $800,000, and their goal was to distribute the money raised as quickly as possible. Sommeliers will be the first to be cut in the struggling restaurant industry. The Online Wine Course Her experience in Spago proved that even rich people had misconceptions about wine. She wanted to educate people about wine before they enter a restaurant. She created an affordable online wine course to educate people about wine. Cristie's Vision for the Wine Industry Even though the industry is historically conservative, she stays true to herself and allows the world of wine to be a fun and accessible place. Cristie believes sommeliers should be measured by their impact on the consumer rather than trivial facts knowledge. People are more attracted to cocktails due to a lack of understanding of wine. Final Advice Write down your life vision and what makes you happy. Remember that your goals in life are all possible.  Gain self-confidence by setting daily goals and checking them off. Listen to the full episode to learn about Cristie's daily routine and personal hobbies! 5 Powerful Quotes from This Episode “It takes having more people of color, more women in our industry in positions of power and authority, where people will see ‘Oh, you know, the wine industry is not just white male, and that you can have a sommelier who's a young black woman.'” “The people who actually know about wine will not make you feel stupid. It's the people who barely have any wine knowledge that are insecure about their own knowledge.” “I do crazy stuff because I know that there's a lot of young women that are in the wine industry that see me - I did a bikini competition, I like being funny, like making jokes and showing people that you don't have to be so serious all the time.” “I wish that sommeliers were measured by their impact that they had on their community and consumers rather than how many facts that they can rattle off about random grape varieties.” “Write your vision down of what you would want your ideal life to be like, and know that 100% is possible 100% of the time.” About Cristie Cristie Norman is a wine expert, certified sommelier, and entrepreneur. She is the President of the United Sommelier Foundation and was recently named the youngest person on the Wine Enthusiast's 40 Under 40 Tastemakers List. Through her YouTube series Adulting with Alcohol or her online wine course for beginners, she strives to make the world of wine accessible and fun for everyone. As a young woman of color, Cristie continues to change the perception of the world of wine around the world. You can follow her on Instagram, Facebook, or Youtube, or visit her website. Enjoy this Podcast? Learning how you could improve your relationships, may it be romantic, familial, business, friendships, and with yourself has never been this easy. If you enjoyed today's episode of The Relationship Ready Podcast, then hit subscribe and share it with your friends! Post a review and share it! Did you enjoy this episode? You can help me by writing a review. Empower your friends and family by sharing this episode with them, so that they can find inspiration to reach for their dreams. Have any questions? You can contact me through email (heidi@heidibcoaching.com) or find me on Instagram or Facebook. Thanks for listening! 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Managing Editor Lauren Buzzeo speaks with two of this year’s 40 Under 40 Tastemakers, Cristie Norman and Will Blackmon, about covering new ground and finding unique opportunities in the evolving wine and drinks worlds, from shifts in wine education and hospitality to new curation modules and beyond.

“The thing is to be you. The most authentic and original piece of content that you could ever make is you”  - Cristie Norman    Cristie Norman is a certified sommelier working at Wolfgang Puck's flagship restaurant, Spago, in Beverly Hills. She is an online creator, hosting a Youtube series named "Adulting with Alcohol" and has recently launched an Online Wine Course delving into the world of wine through 80 high quality videos and 16 sections.  In light of the COVID pandemic, Cristie has made her wine course free for those who get in touch and she has created, together with a team of Master Sommeliers, the United Sommeliers Foundation which is raising funds for those who have lost their jobs in the wine world.  We touch on this and how she created a successful digital brand by amassing a community of 28k followers, including the incredible transformation she went through at an early age.  Enjoy!   Contact info Insta: cristienorman_somm Online wine course: cristienorman.com Adulting With Alcohol: The Ten Commandments of Wine (EP 4)  unitedsommeliersfoundation.org   Resources  Zraly's Windows on the World  World Atlas of Wine 8th edition  Wine for Dummies    ***** Before we get started I wanted to talk first about Patreon and how you can be a part of the podcast.    Patreon is a platform where you can support the podcast with a small monthly donation. This funding will help with all manner of things to equipment costs, editing and even getting some hard to reach people to sit down with me.    In this world we live in being a creator is about creating communities around mutual topics of interest and this is what I want to do for you.    Please follow the link below and join the community!  https://www.patreon.com/user?u=15884314  ***** If you love our show would you please consider leaving us a review on iTunes or giving us 5 stars? It will really make a difference and help the podcast for the future.  You can find show notes soon on gastronomerlifestyle.com Or follow us on social media here Facebook: gastronomer lifestyle  Instagram: on_the_back_bar Contact me on christopher@gastronomerlifestyle.com   

Got to sit down with Cristie Norman of Spago, co-founder of the United Sommelier's Foundation. 

SOMMELIER. BIKINI MODEL. is the latest episode and my guest was Cristie Norman, a Certified Sommelier who works at Wolfgang Puck's flagship restaurant ‘Spago’ in Beverly Hills and she’s also the creator of the Youtube Series "Adulting with Alcohol”, a mix of wine education and comedy. Recently, she debuted her own Online Wine Course, a Driver's Ed course for wine, that takes a complete wine novice through everything the average consumer should know. She is also a wine influencer on instagram and… she is also a competitive, fitness and bikini model. Cristie and I talked about when we first met, her abusive childhood, her struggle with eczema, being overweight and her amazing breakthroughs she had in becoming a fitness and bikini model. We touched upon self-esteem or lack thereof, sex as a teenager, love and relationships and most of all we got to forgiveness with Cristie's father. Listen in and if you're interested to get in touch with Cristie, she can be found at: www.cristienorman.com IG: @CristieNorman_somm YT: #WineTipsWithCristie For more information on this podcast, please visit: www.youlovelifepodcast.com

This week on episode 225 of the We Like Drinking podcast we’ll be discussing Craft Beer Numbers, Announcement Time, and we’re joining the Bar Convent with Angus Winchester. So crack open your beer, uncork that wine, and let’s get drinking. Panel Introductions And What We’re Drinking Our guest this week is the Director of Education at Bar Convent Brooklyn, an industry trade show devoted to the craft cocktail movement. Bringing the best of the bar and beverage community together to celebrate and sculpt the future of liquid culture. He is Angus Winchester…. You can find Angus on Instagram and Facebook at BarConventBrooklyn, and on Twitter at bcbrooklyn, or check out their website at https://barconventbrooklyn.com. You can also find Angus himself on Twitter and Instagram @AngusWinchester Wine, Beer, or Pop Culture Reference Coven Wines ‘Till Sold Out Ad Angus Winchester Interview Booze News Jeff - The latest craft beer production numbers by state. A change in the top 5 - https://www.brewersassociation.org/statistics/by-state/ WeLikeDrinking Corner If you listened to our episode last week with Nic Barisone and are wanting to score one of their 750 or 375 ml flasks, visit HighCampFlasks.com and use promo code WeLikeDrinking to get 15% off your order. Great Father’s day gift. If that’s not enough, Cristie Norman has given us a free copy of her online wine course to give away to one of our listeners. Search up #WLDContest to get directly to the post. We’ll draw for the winner on next week’s show. Remember, if you are a patron, you are already entered to win. Last call Follow us on the socials, Twitter, Instagram and our private group on Facebook known as the Tavern. Search up the show on Apple Podcast and leave us a big fat 5 star review And, visit We Like Drinking dot com slash pledge to find out more information about becoming a patron of the show and help You can also find the show notes for this episode with all the links to the stories or mentions we had at http://welikedrinking.com/episodes Or, if you’re on your phone right now, just swipe right.

  This week on episode 224 of the We Like Drinking podcast we’ll be discussing Discount Corner, Developing Film with Beer, and We’re Getting into some Napa Valley Red Wines with Alan Viader from Viader Vineyards and Winery. So crack open your beer, uncork that wine, and let’s get drinking. If by now you’ve already realized that you are listening to podcast gold, be sure to get yourself subscribed to the show so you never miss an episode. Visit WeLikeDrinking.com/Subscribe to take your first step down the WLD path of awesome sauce. Panel Introductions And What We’re Drinking Our guest this week has spent the better part of his life in vineyards. From his childhood growing up in the Howell mountain, to taking part in harvests all over the world, our guest has seen it all. By bringing an “outside the box” mentality to their vineyards, they have revolutionized what it means to be a Napa valley winemaker. Please help us welcome, from Viader Vineyards and Winery, Alan Viader. You can find Viader Vineyards on Instagram and Twitter at Viader_Napa, and Facebook  at viader.napa, or check out their website at  https://viader.com Wine, Beer, or Pop Culture Reference Tarif de Bourgogne Wines ‘Till Sold Out Ad Use code WLD2019 for $5 off your order of 4 bottles or more. Alan Viader Interview Booze News Jeff - Drink it, or develop film with it, wait, what? - https://www.apnews.com/bd584b66a9f94794b1fa3f5be40e7103 WeLikeDrinking Discount Corner If you listened to our episode last week with Nic Barisone and are wanting to score one of their 750 or 375 ml flasks, visit HighCampFlasks.com and use promo code WeLikeDrinking to get 15% off your order. If you are interested in taking Cristie Norman’s Online Wine Course visit CristieNorman.com. Use promo code WeLikeDrinking to get 50% the price of the course. If that’s not enough, Cristie Norman has given us a free copy of her online wine course to give away to one of our listeners. Be sure to follow our Instagram feed this weekend to find out how to get entered to win! Last call Follow us on the socials, Twitter, Instagram and our private group on Facebook known as the Tavern. Search up the show on Apple Podcast and leave us a big fat 5 star review And, visit We Like Drinking dot com slash pledge to find out more information about becoming a patron of the show and help You can also find the show notes for this episode with all the links to the stories or mentions we had at http://welikedrinking.com/podcast Or, if you’re on your phone right now, just swipe right.

She's back! Cristie Norman, sommelier at Spago and creator of the Online Wine Course is back to wine without whining!Also returning is Grape of Thrones and Grapes of Thrones. This week is a Nebbiolo! Learn all about this fickle Italian variety.Cristie jumps in the conversation to talk about running a blind tasting group and her marvelous team at Spago. And then they discuss Wolfgang Puck's very interesting snack...Plus all the details about her upcoming class! It's all online and will be available soon. Follow @cristienorman_somm and @onlinewinecourse to find out how to take it.And of course, they play What's In the Glass with a Muller Catoir Scheurebe, a wickedly delicious and quickly intoxicating wine! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this interview we talk about Cristie's inspiration behind the creation of her first online wine course, longevity as a sommelier and keeping a positive mindset in this ever changing crazy industry!

This week on episode 217 of the We Like Drinking podcast, John’s got a story, Jeff's got a store, and Cristie Norman has an online wine course?!  So crack open your beer, uncork that wine, and let’s get drinking. Panel Introductions And What We’re Drinking Our guest tonight first joined us back on episode 185 of the show. Since that episode she has been working on her latest project, “Online Wine Course” Labeled as “A driver’s ed course for wine” it is looking to become the resource for people looking to learn more about wine in a fun, lively, and easy to consume way. It’s set to drop on March 27, but we’re here to get all the inside deets ahead of launch from the creator herself, please help us welcome back, Cristie Norman. You can find Cristie on instagram at CristieNorman_Somm and get the jump on everyone else by following her wine course gram at OnlineWineCourse Wine, Beer, or Pop Culture Reference Solomon - Marchette Wines Till Sold Out Ad Visit WTSO/WLD Use coupon WLD2019 for $5 of 4+ bottles Cristie Norman Interview Booze News Solomon - Italian Wine Fakes… https://www.thedailybeast.com/sting-operation-targets-cheap-grapes-in-fancy-wines New Patreons Scott H - Came in at the final bell for our patreon challenge for $5 Cody F - Kicked off the month of March the right way by becoming a $2 patron Ask Us Anything Our February Patreon challenge was a huge success, so thank you to everyone that made that so big for us. Because of that, anyone that can hear my voice has the opportunity to Ask Us Anything, and we will record a special bonus episode this month to answer as many of those questions as we can. I’m strangely excited and terrified at the same time. Send your questions to Jeff@WeLikeDrinking.com to have the chance to have your question read on the bonus episode. John’s Got A Story Avoid the bombs Solomon’s Got A Story Missing Montebello Last call That’s right it’s time to break out your phones and get that last minute hook up with us. Follow us on the socials, Twitter, Instagram and our private group on Facebook known as the Tavern. Search up the show on Apple Podcast and leave us a big fat 5 star review And, visit We Like Drinking dot com slash pledge to find out more information about becoming a patron of the show and help You can also find the show notes for this episode with all the links to the stories or mentions we had at http://welikedrinking.com/podcast Or, if you’re on your phone right now, just swipe right.  

  I am back talking with Cristie Norman, who was featured previously in Episode 7. We are back chatting, sharing new details about her soon to be released wine course (March 27), her part in an upcoming wine TV channel, trusting your palate, and her outlook on life and wine.        She has a great passion for teaching others about wine, and she has an engaging personality that really shines through in this podcast.         Get ready for a fun conversation. Pull up a chair, grab a glass and enjoy!     Great photos of all our guests can be found on our website here    http://friendsofthevine.podbean.com/   -  Audio recorded via FaceTime from her residence in Los Angeles.    For all podcast updates and to follow the show look us up on Instagram here-   http://instagram.com/ianswinetruths   This podcast proudly supports the hatch wines. Follow those renegade scoundrels here-   https://thehatchwines.com/     Intro courtesy of Shakamoraine   Follow them here:  https://facebook.com/Shakamoraine/

Cristie Norman is a certified sommelier working at Spago, Wolfgang Puck’s Flagship restaurant in the heart of Beverly Hills. When she’s not popping bottles for the rich and famous, she’s training for her next bikini competition, creating new designs for her line of wine clothing apparel, or filming her Youtube series “Adulting With Alcohol.”  You can follow Cristie at @CristieNorman on Twitter and more high profile in Instagram at @CristieNorman_somm Grape, Hop, or Pop Culture Reference Schönburger Booze News Eckles  - Can we like something if it’s popular and created by marketers? - https://www.racked.com/2018/7/19/17589006/aperol-spritz-campari-brand-marketing-campaign   John's Got A Story Strawberry volcano Last call Vote for the We Like Drinking podcast for the Podcast Awards. Visit WLD/Vote and fill out your ballot, but sure to get WLD in the Arts category.  

Being friends with one of LA's smart and gorgeous Somm's - definitely has its benefits to stealing her away from Spago's for a minute. Beverly Hills can wait! I want to know what Cristie has planned, and so should you. New wine education videos, a clothing company, what can't she do. I had a heavy editing hand to get this to a downloadable 33 minutes of non stop information. I hope you enjoy. Thank you iTunes, GooglePlay, and Spotify for picking this station up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this wine podcast episode, we talk to Cristie Norman. - She is a sommelier, runs a wine apparel company, and is an online force in the wine industry. - Join us as we talk about a variety of topics, and all things wine. - Email us friendsofthevinepodcast@gmail.com - For all podcast updates, follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com/ianswinetruths/ - All links are found here- http://linktr.ee/ianswinetruths - Audio recorded over Skype interview. - Intro courtesy of Shakamoraine. They can be found here https://facebook.com/Shakamoraine/

This week Cristie Norman (Adulting With Alcohol, sommelier at Spago) makes the trek from her Beverly Hills workplace to share her whines!The hip sip tip from Shaughn is Latitude 50 North, a trocken sekt spatburgunder rosé aka a dry sparkling pinot noir rosé!Ellen got to try some Paso Robles Roussanne and a Syrah from TOP Winery with the winemaker herself! Learn about the ethos behind these Los Angeleno winemakers!Cristie's whine is about bad guests in restaurants. As a somm who started at Spago at 21, Cristie has faced a lot of side eye from customers who can't believe that she is in charge of wine!Shaughn and Ellen pair her wine with a spirit that soothes the souls of many a restaurant industry insider: Fernet Branca! It's a bitter amaro from Italy. It turns out Fernet is an emergency beverage at Spago too!Cristie also shares how she got into the wine world at such a young age. It all started with tea. Now she pours Petrus. She gets into horror stories of condescending guests and nightmare wine pairings!The lightning round covers when Fernet was introduced, Fernet cocktails, the Fernet alcohol level. and who drinks it the most! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cristie Norman is the sommelier at Spago in Beverly Hills, CA. We talk about her experience as a server in a tea house, how Cristie and the group of sommeliers that she taste with define quality wine, and the importance of who you develop your palate with. Cristie's Instagram: cristienorman_somm Shots of History Instagram: codylwheat