Podcasts about mouton noir wines

Winemaker. Sommelier. Author. Creative Director. Designer. These are just a few words that describe the force that is André Mack. Whether he's at his vineyards in Oregon or opening up a new business in New York City, André is proof that you can do anything you want to do in life if you have the drive, passion, and creativity to make it happen.Our conversation begins with a look into André's current life, and from there he shared how he switched careers from finance to wine. He also talked about his design agency Get Fraîche Cru, and even gave us a little information about his latest project -- a new book titled 99 Bottles: A Black Sheep’s Guide to Life-Changing Wines. André might not be a fan of titles, but after this episode, I can think of a really great one for him -- changemaker! Enjoy!André Mack on InstagramMaison Noir WinesGet Fraîche Cru99 Bottles: A Black Sheep’s Guide to Life-Changing WinesLike this episode? Then subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, SoundCloud, Spotify, or wherever you find your favorite podcasts.Subscribe and leave us a 5-star rating and a review! Thanks so much to all of you who have already rated and reviewed us!Revision Path is a Glitch Media Network podcast, and is produced by Maurice Cherry and edited by Brittani Brown.You can also follow Revision Path on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Come chat with us! And thanks for listening!Powered by Simplecast. Sign up today for a 14-day free trial!

As a wine lover and fan of podcasts I took the opportunity to record a bonus episode with Jim Duane, who produces the Inside Winemaking podcast. Our conversation ranges from my background, my goals in building a wine podcast, and what I've have learned from the wine professionals that have shared their experience during my interviews.   We also speak about how I recently moved to Healdsburg, California to work the 2017 harvest and am beginning a new position as a sommelier and assistant wine buyer at the esteemed restaurant and resort that is Cavallo Point, The Lodge at the Golden Gate.     LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE •Cru Podcast •Recommended Cru Podcast Episodes      ◦David Ramey - Ramey Wine Cellars      ◦Marissa Ross      ◦Andre Hueston Mack - Mouton Noir Wines     ◦Brian McClintic - Master Sommelier •Mila Family Vineyards - Sonoma •Cavallo Point - Lodge at the Golden Gate •Chef's Table - available on Netflix     Listen to Jim's podcast, Inside Winemaking, at InsideWinemaking.com

In this episode we talked to André Hueston Mack of Mouton Noir Wines.  Despite having a successful career with Citicorp Investment Services, Mack decided to leave his “desk job” to pursue his passion for wine.  While working as a sommelier in San Antonio, Mack discovered the joys of introducing guests to the little known vineyards that first attracted him to the business and “the instant gratification of a guest's reaction.” While still in Texas, Mack was awarded the prestigious title of Best Young Sommelier in America by the highly regarded Chaine des Rotisseurs.  This recognition led to a job as sommelier at Thomas Keller's world-renowned French Laundry in Yountville, California.  Mack went on to accept the position of Head Sommelier at Keller's equally famed Per Se in New York City, where he managed a 1800-selection award-winning wine list and consulted regularly with Chef Keller on menu and pairing development.  Winemaking had always been a dream of his and came to fruition in 2007 when he founded Mouton Noir Wines.  Throughout his career, Mack has forged special relationships with star growers and winemakers from Oregon  and it is with this luminary group that he is currently making his most exciting wines.  Mouton Noir wines are served at the best restaurants across the United States.  He recently began curating wines for Club W, a wine club for a new generation of drinkers, to continue his mission of making wine more accessible. Based on the success of his own wine labels, in 2011 Mack established Get Fraîche Cru, a boutique graphic design firm, for which he serves as creative director.  He was worked with clients such as Joel Gott, Palm Bay Imports, and Charles & Charles.  Most recently, Mack authored and designed Small Thyme Cooks, the world's first culinary coloring and activity book. Mack has been married since 2008 to author Phoebe Damrosch, whose New York Times notable book, Service Included: Four-Star Secrets of an Eavesdropping Waiter, detailed their courtship and collaboration in opening Per Se restaurant. Mack has been featured in major publication such as Food and Wine, Wine and Spirits Magazine, New York Times, The Huffington Post, and The Wall Street Journal.  Mr. Mack has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to business.  He was honored in 2007 with The Network Journal's 40-Under-Forty Achievement Award.  Mack is an ardent wine educator who has been invited to host seminars as well as lead panel discussions at several of the country's most prestigious food and wine gatherings including Aspen Food and Wine and Newport Mansions Wine and Food Festival. For More Information: www.moutonnoirwines.com Facebook: fb.com/MoutonNoirWines Twitter: @MoutonNoirWines Instagram: @YouKnowMouton

In 2003, at the age of 30, Andre Hueston Mack was the first African American to be named Best Young Sommelier in America. Soon after, he accepted a somm job at The French Laundry before Thomas Keller sent him across the country to open the most anticipated restaurant of the year, Per Se. In 2007 - really just a few years after he jumped into the food and wine world - he left fine dining to launch his own company, Mouton Noir Wines. Despite his massive success, Andre still calls himself the black sheep of the wine world: "Most people would assume I'm the last person who would know anything about wine. And I like that." Andre does things differently. He thinks differently, he acts differently. His advice in this episode is some of the best you'll find. His style and approach to work are unique, especially in our age of instant gratification. Even the way he raises his kids (they're homeschooled in NYC) reflects an alternate point of view. Andre's philosophy on life truly reflects someone who's not following the herd, but who is totally crushing it on his own terms. Full show notes: wecouldmakethat.com/wine

This week I sit down with André Hueston Mack founder of Mouton Noir Wines. If you haven't heard about him yet, stay tuned because his brand is turning into a household name. If you ever thought to yourself "this can't be as good as it gets for me," then this interview is specifically for you. We learn about Andres humble beginnings working at McDonald's, and a passionless job in the corporate world. He knew nothing about wine, got influenced watching Frasier and turned that passion into a career as a well-paid Wine consultant for top restaurants. Eventually, he turned that new career into a business and now Mouton Noir is one of the top brands in the world. Andre drops plenty of gems and gives entrepreneurs the hard lessons he has learned on his journey so far.

André Hueston Mack (@youknowmouton) is a Sommelier-at-Large, maker of Mouton Noir Wines, designer behind Get Fraiche Cru, and author of Small Thyme Cooks: coloring & activity book. The over arching theme in this episode is how to be successful in the wine world. For André, it comes down to two things; showing up and working hard. André has an amazing story of growing up as an Army brat, moving from place to place every few years to being inspired by the show Frazer to start exploring wine. Yes, the pompousness of Frazer and Niles describing wine lit a curiosity about wine in André’s mind He tells us the stories behind working in restaurants since he was sixteen to being hired on at The French Laundry and helping to open Per Se in New York while being a minority in the high-end NYC restaurant scene. Learn more about André here and buy his wines here.

What happens when you send out almost 40 online dating messages in one week? Oftentimes, nothing. On today’s show, Jacqueline and Ben share their insights, lessons learned, and greatest takeaways from critically looking at online dating correspondence. Then they’re joined be Andre Mack, owner of Mouton Noir Wines and former sommelier at Thomas Keller’s The French Laundry and Per Se. As the #1 African American winemaker in the country, they discuss minority representation in the hospitality world, finding love where you work, and how artistic collaboration never stops fueling us. “You can really be into wine and not wear a suit.” [22:00] – Andre Mack

Andre Hueston Mack, founder and winemaker of Mouton Noir Wines, talks about his career as a sommelier, how he (so brilliantly) developed his own brand, and being a garagiste winemaker in the USA. Ryan Opaz, co-founder of Vrazon and Catavino, is our guest host. Find our guest and guest host online: http://moutonnoirwines.com http://vrazon.com and http://catavino.net Music: MONKEY CAGE - Freeky Cleen & Dickey F