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I am reaching back to 2019 for this podcast. In case you missed it, you may want to hear this story as Jordan Vineyard and Winery is one of Sonoma County's most stunning wineries, fashioned after a French chateau. It stands boldly yet gracefully among the sweeping lawn, beautifully manicured trees, and vineyards. Since the first vintage in 1976, Jordan wine has lived up to the elegance of the Chateau in which it is produced. Needless to say, it was a pleasure to spend time there interviewing CEO, General Manager, and family member John Jordan and winemaker Rob Davis. For you Napa wine history fans, you'll love the stories Rob shares about "the Dean of California Winemakers," André Tchelistcheff. As you listen, you'll understand the reasoning behind Wine Enthusiast Magazine choosing Jordan Vineyard and Winery as American Winery of the Year in 2014.  On The Wine Road Podcast is supported by Sonoma Clean Power. Music was sourced from FirstCom/Universal Music and Marscott.    

Every year, Wine Enthusiast releases a new edition of the vintage chart, a tool that's long been critical to collectors. Vintage charts help pinpoint bottles peaking in quality—and those that may be past their prime. The most recent version debuted in the Winter Issue of Wine Enthusiast Magazine.  But in a time when climate chaos—unprecedented periods of drought, heat waves, floods, fire and more—is rampant, how should one read a vintage chart? And can we still trust them? In this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we've tapped Writer-at-Large Christina Pickard for her thoughts. Pickard reviews wines from Australia, New Zealand, England and New York for our publication and has for years been one of the many voices helping craft the vintage chart. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.net. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. Go to WineEnthusiast.com for the latest beverage industry coverage and all the tools you need to bring your love of wine to life. And wait, there's more! Get over 70% OFF the original cover price by subscribing to Wine Enthusiast magazine today!    FOLLOW US: TikTok: @wineenthusiast Instagram: @wineenthusiast Facebook: @WineEnthusiast X: @WineEnthusiast

For more than a year now, Wine Enthusiast Writer-at-Large Michael Alberty has been tracking a story about the Oregon Health Authority and some questionable PSAs it ran at the end of 2023 and the beginning of 2024. At that time, the spots—running widely in Oregon—seemed at the very least heavy-handed and ponderous. At the worst, they indicated a growing influence of out-of-state lobbying groups bent on shaping Oregon's health policy. At that time, another "Dry January" period, we talked about how that particular social media trend had its roots in temperance organizations in Europe and the United Kingdom with much more radical agendas than new year/new you. One of them, Movendi International, traces its beginnings back to the 1800s in America and played a key role in instituting Prohibition (the first one). Alberty's full story, titled "The Neo-Prohibitionists Are Coming," appears in the upcoming Winter Issue of Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Here, we delve into some of the details of his investigation. It's a fascinating lens into the discussion of alcohol and health (and politics) into sharp focus, especially not long after U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek H. Murthy issued an advisory on a potential link between alcohol and cancer. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.net. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. Go to WineEnthusiast.com for the latest beverage industry coverage and all the tools you need to bring your love of wine to life. And wait, there's more! Get over 70% OFF the original cover price by subscribing to Wine Enthusiast magazine today!    FOLLOW US: TikTok: @wineenthusiast Instagram: @wineenthusiast Facebook: @WineEnthusiast X: @WineEnthusiast

Join Tamara for an interview with photographer Bailey Davidson, a Milledgeville native who lived in NYC as an aspiring actor for a few years, before returning to Georgia in the late 90s to pursue his MFA in Photography at SCAD.  Since graduating, Bailey has built his freelance career in all aspects of professional commercial and editorial photography, working with a wide range of clients, including Savannah Music Festival, Wine Enthusiast Magazine, and The London Observer. This past spring he opened a studio in City Market - go visit him and his 20 years' worth of Savannah photos there!  Check out Bailey's work and follow him here:  https://www.facebook.com/BaileyDavidsonPhotography  https://baileydavidson.com/  Topics in their chat include: Bailey's indie movie he acted in, called "Bringing Down Dejonga" (this was the ending title after all! I found out online. --Tamara); how while in NYC he started taking headshots for his fellow actors and gradually took more and more photos, getting into art shows, and drifting from acting to photography; how he first heard of SCAD because his parents happened to meet the Poetters on a cruise; his Flannery O'Connor tie-ins of having grown up in Milledgeville and then living in the garden apartment of her childhood home as his first Savannah apartment; his practice immediately post-grad of shooting weddings and family portraits, to support himself as he built up his clients for commercial and editorial shoots; his show at the JEA last year that was a continuation of his MFP thesis show, "Bailey's Acres," all Holga pinhole camera work; the nostalgia of taking photos with an analog/film camera and then being surprised by the images once you pick up your developed photos; his Storyboards website where he displays his series of photos that combine to tell a story, influenced by David Hockney and Robert Rauschenberg; his photography books "Seasons of Savannah," "Savannah Past and Present," and "Milledgeville Then and Now;" recently getting published in the fine art mag "Black & White Magazine;" and his advice to students and young photographers to just shoot shoot shoot as there's no substitute for practicing your craft.   Tune in and get all the details!

Unlocking the Harmony of Wine and Music with Femi OyediranWelcome to another exciting episode of The Hilltop Glove Podcast! We're thrilled to have a true wine connoisseur, Femi Oyediran, joining us. As the co-owner of a successful wine shop, Graft, and a renowned sommelier, Femi brings a passion for music that rivals his love for wine. His remarkable journey began at the Charleston Grill, where he quickly ascended through the ranks, mastering the first three levels of the Court of Master Sommeliers in just two years—an impressive feat! With numerous accolades, including a feature in Wine Enthusiast Magazine's '40 Under 40' list and the title of 'Sommelier of the Year' from Food and Wine Magazine, Femi has made a significant impact in the industry.In this episode, we'll explore Femi's experiences in the wine world, his distinctive approach to blending music with wine, and his philosophy on hospitality. Whether you're a wine enthusiast, a music lover, or simply curious about the fascinating intersection of these two realms, this conversation is not to be missed. So, pour yourself a glass and tune in!Graft Wine ShopTHG Season 5 Intro Drops as of 10/20/24. Support the showMake sure to subscribe to us on ⁠Spotify⁠, ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠, and ⁠YouTube⁠. Also follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠ @hilltopglove. Sponsored by: ⁠@lynxrecording @asylumdigital @celebstudio_ @the_dollarsto @trubrilliance_ . Become a member of our ⁠Patreon⁠ channel to get access to full video episodes, early premieres, and bonus content! Stay tuned for Amplifying Voices: Carolina Storytellers series.

Todd Hudson is the Executive Chef and Owner of the Wildflower Café, a farm-to-table restaurant in Mason, Ohio. With over 15 years of kitchen experience, Todd can prepare some of the best food you've ever had, regardless of how exotic your tastes, and he does it all with fresh local products. His roots lie in southern cooking he learned from his grandmother. Todd and his Café have received many accolades, including Top 40 Chefs Under 40, a feature in "Best Chefs America" A Chefs Guide to Top Chefs, a feature in the "Chefs Collaborative 20th Anniversary" Cookbook, "Best Burger" Cincinnati Magazine 2010, "Certified Humane Restaurant" World Society for the Protection of Animals, "Best Restaurants in the Midwest" Midwest Living Magazine 2011, 2012, and "Best Fresh Meal" CityBeat 2010, and many more. In 2019, the Wildflower Café was recognized as one of Wine Enthusiast Magazine's “Top 100 Wine Restaurants in America”. Todd is a wonderful husband and active dad. He resides on his farm with his wife Jenna and his two rockstar children, Dylan and Griffin.     In this episode of The Next Level, we discuss:   How Todd's grandmother served as his inspiration in the kitchen and in life  The story of how Todd got his start in the restaurant and made the decision to open the Wildflower Café  The importance of sourcing organic ingredients and Todd's passion for facilitating a return to agriculture  How the restaurant has evolved since it opened in 2007  Todd's purpose now and the resilience required in his profession as an Executive Chef and Restaurant Owner    Connect with Todd and the Wildflower Café:  Website: https://linktr.ee/wildflowermason  Instagram: @wildflowermason  Facebook: www.facebook.com/WildflowerCafeMason  YouTube: www.youtube.com/@WildflowerCafe    The Wildflower Café is located at 207 E Main St, Mason, Ohio, and is open Monday - Saturday 4-9 pm.      Listen here: https://teamperformanceinstitute.podbean.com/   The Next Level Podcast is also available on Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music.  

Todd Hudson is the Executive Chef and Owner of the Wildflower Café, a farm-to-table restaurant in Mason, Ohio. With over 15 years of kitchen experience, Todd can prepare some of the best food you've ever had, regardless of how exotic your tastes, and he does it all with fresh local products. His roots lie in southern cooking he learned from his grandmother. Todd and his Café have received many accolades, including Top 40 Chefs Under 40, a feature in "Best Chefs America" A Chefs Guide to Top Chefs, a feature in the "Chefs Collaborative 20th Anniversary" Cookbook, "Best Burger" Cincinnati Magazine 2010, "Certified Humane Restaurant" World Society for the Protection of Animals, "Best Restaurants in the Midwest" Midwest Living Magazine 2011, 2012, and "Best Fresh Meal" CityBeat 2010, and many more. In 2019, the Wildflower Café was recognized as one of Wine Enthusiast Magazine's “Top 100 Wine Restaurants in America”. Todd is a wonderful husband and active dad. He resides on his farm with his wife Jenna and his two rockstar children, Dylan and Griffin.     In this episode of The Next Level, we discuss:   How Todd's grandmother served as his inspiration in the kitchen and in life  The story of how Todd got his start in the restaurant and made the decision to open the Wildflower Café  The importance of sourcing organic ingredients and Todd's passion for facilitating a return to agriculture  How the restaurant has evolved since it opened in 2007  Todd's purpose now and the resilience required in his profession as an Executive Chef and Restaurant Owner    Connect with Todd and the Wildflower Café:  Website: https://linktr.ee/wildflowermason  Instagram: @wildflowermason  Facebook: www.facebook.com/WildflowerCafeMason  YouTube: www.youtube.com/@WildflowerCafe    The Wildflower Café is located at 207 E Main St, Mason, Ohio, and is open Monday - Saturday 4-9 pm.      Listen here: https://teamperformanceinstitute.podbean.com/   The Next Level Podcast is also available on Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music.  

Megan Bartholomay, our Froggy Wine Specialist from Republic National Distributing is back with another episode of Wine Wednesday.  Follow Megan @fargos.winest  This week's wine: Willamette Valley Vineyards Bernau Block Pinot Noir 2016 Winemaker Notes Ruby in color, concentrated aromas of bramble fruit, mint, cedar and graphite emerge and lead to a silky palate featuring jammy notes of blackberry and cherry cobbler accented by dried herbs and minerality flavors. The firm, rustic tannins and lively acidity frame the ample palate and the finish extends far beyond the sip. A combination of determination and extraordinary people has brought Willamette Valley Vineyards from a bold idea to one of the region's leading wineries, earning the title "One of America's Great Pinot Noir Producers," from Wine Enthusiast Magazine. The “budwood” of Willamette Valley Vineyards began long before its founding in 1983 by vintner Jim Bernau. His Dad was hired by a California winemaker to secure the first winery license in Oregon since Prohibition. Jim's Dad allowed him small tastes of Richard Sommer's wine, lighting a path that led Jim from home winemaking to studies at UC Davis and eventually Beaune, France. In 1983, Jim cleared away an old pioneer plum orchard in the Salem Hills and hand-watered his first plantings using 17 lengths of 75' garden hose. Jim's vision of organizing the support of wine enthusiasts to build a winery that would produce world-class wines through shared ownership has resulted in more than 16,000 owners. The winery's Common (WVVI) and Preferred (WVVIP) are traded on the NASDAQ.  The winery sources all of its barrel-aged Pinot Noir from its estate vineyards and practices environmentally sustainable farming. All of the vineyards have been certified sustainable through LIVE (Low Impact Viticulture and Enology) and Salmon-Safe programs since 1997.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This weeks guest is Pamela Wiznitzer who joins us from New York City. Since 2006, Pamela has been working throughout NYC and globally to bring cocktail culture to life. Pamela was nominated as one of the top 10 bartenders for the 2014, 2015 and 2016 "American Bartender of the Year" award at Tales of the Cocktail and was named the "2014 Bartender of the Year" by the Village Voice. Additionally, Pamela was named as one of Food & Wine Magazine's top 10 Rising Star Mixologists, an inductees to the "Dames Hall of Fame" in 2015 and one of Wine Enthusiast Magazine's "40 Under 40" (now "Future 40") in 2015. Pamela has a Master's degree in Food Studies, with a concentration on spirits and alcohol from NYU's Steinhardt School, and is also a graduate of Barnard College and the Jewish Theological Seminary. And she has been featured in multiple publications including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Zagat, Glamour, Bloomberg, The Jewish Food Society, and Esquire, as well as recurring media appearances on the the Food Network, Vh1, and NBC. You can follow her recipes and cocktail inspiration on instagram at @pamwiz Links @pamwiz @sugarrunbar @babylonsistersbar @the_industry_podcast email us:  info@theindustrypodcast.club Podcast Artwork by Zak Hannah zakhannah.co

On today's show Stephen chats wine with someone we've admired in the wine industry for awhile, fellow sommelier, Femi Oyediran. Femi is the co-owner of Graft wine shop in Charleston, SC. He found his passion for wine at a young age while working at the Charleston Grill and during his time there, he made the rare achievement of passing the first three levels of the Court of Master Sommeliers within two years. He is a two-time national finalist for the Chaîne des Rôtisseur's Best Young Sommeliers Competition. And in 2018 he was awarded Wine Enthusiast Magazine's ‘40 Under 40' and was selected as “Sommelier of the Year” by Food and Wine Magazine in 2019. On this episode we chat about becoming a sommelier in a predominantly white space, his passion for music and pairings of music and wine, and our thoughts on the influx of a sober curious generation. Learn more about Graft Wine Shop at www.graftchs.comFollow us and watch clips of this episode on IG and YouTube @whetstonemedia. Learn more about Whetstone Media at whetstonemagazine.comProduced by Whetstone Radio Collective

Welcome to Episode 1360 on Italian Wine Podcast, today on Masterclass US Wine Market With Juliana Colangelo she will be interviewing Matthew Kaner. More About today's guest: Fermented grape juice has allowed me to have a voice within an industry full of characters and strong personalities. I quite enjoy how things smell and taste. In fact, as a kid I wouldn't eat anything until I smelled it first. Now a 14+ year veteran of the wine world, my humble wine career began at the Wine Cask Wine Store in Santa Barbara, California where I also grew up. Moving to Los Angeles in 2006 brought an opportunity to work at Silverlake Wine, where I worked my way up from holiday help to the manager. In 2009, my close friend Dustin Lancaster came to him with an idea…”I want to open a wine bar and I'll only do it if you'll do it with me.” The only acceptable response: “you tell me when and where.” In July of 2010, Los Feliz's Bar Covell opened with a new spin on wine…ditch the traditional wine list and use your words. Bar Covell has a program of over 150 wines by the glass and the staff instead start a conversation/interaction with each guest to gage what they are in the mood for at that moment. This was just the beginning... I was graciously was named one of the Sommeliers of the Year by Food & Wine Magazine in 2013. In early 2015 with Lancaster and new partner David Gibbs, the trio opened Augustine Wine Bar in Sherman Oaks. Augustine has been named Best Wine Bar in American by Food & Wine Magazine and gets critical acclaim for its Vintage Collection of wines that it makes available by the glass and by the bottle on their in-house chalk boards nightly. In August of 2019 Wine Enthusiast Magazine named me to the 40 Under 40 Tastemakers list for 2019! To learn more visit: linkedin.com/in/matthewjkaner Website: willtravelforwine.com/ (Company) Email: matthewjkaner@gmail.com Twitter: matthewjkaner More about Juliana Colangelo: Juliana Colangelo is a Vice President at Colangelo & Partners, the leading wine and spirits communications agency in the U.S. Juliana joined Colangelo & Partners in 2013 with previous experience in events, hospitality, and nonprofit development. During her tenure at C&P, Juliana has led the development of the California office, growing the agency's domestic presence to a dedicated office of 13 people with representation of leading wine companies such as Jackson Family Wines, Far Niente, Charles Krug Winery, Foley Family Wines and more. Juliana has completed her WSET Level 3 and her eMBA in Wine Business with Sonoma State University, allowing her to bring a strategic and sales-oriented approach to communications strategy for the agency. In 2021, Juliana was named one of PR News' Top Women in PR in the “Rising Stars” category. In 2022 Juliana became a Vinitaly International Academy Italian Wine Ambassador. To learn more visit: Instagram: www.instagram.com/julezcolang/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/jules.colangelo/ Twitter: twitter.com/JulezColang LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/juliana-colan…lo-mba-04345539/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/colangelopr/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ColangeloPR Twitter: twitter.com/ColangeloPR LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/colangel…public-relations Let's keep in touch! Follow us on our social media channels: Instagram @italianwinepodcast Facebook @ItalianWinePodcast Twitter @itawinepodcast Tiktok @MammaJumboShrimp LinkedIn @ItalianWinePodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin!

Welcome to Episode 1351 on Italian Wine Podcast, today on Masterclass US Wine Market With Juliana Colangelo she will be interviewing Cynthia Lohr. More About today's guest: As the daughter of California wine pioneer Jerry Lohr, Cynthia Lohr spent part of her youth in the vineyards and cellars, absorbing aspects of the wine industry firsthand. As an adult, she chose her own path, establishing a reputation for excellence in strategic marketing communications and brand and business development while working with a who's who of leading Internet and technology companies. In 2002, Cynthia joined the family business as director of communications for J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines; in 2009, she was named marketing vice president. Equally comfortable as a back-end strategist and front-end spokesperson, Cynthia's efforts to champion the family business led to J. Lohr being recognized as the 2010 “American Winery of the Year” by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. She is also responsible for the company's J. Lohr Touching Lives program, a notable partnership with National Breast Cancer Foundation, Incâ to support mammograms for women in need through sales of wines from the J. Lohr Carol's Vineyard. A deeply personal story to the Lohr family, this perennial national campaign has helped fund more than 8,000 mammograms for women who would otherwise be unable to afford them and raise awareness for this important cause. Cynthia has leveraged her leadership position among industry groups to advance understanding and engagement with J. Lohr among trade and consumer audiences. In 2019, Cynthia was named chief brand officer. In this role, Cynthia continues to collaborate with J. Lohr's internal teams on initiatives that impact the company's direct-to-consumer sales and brand alignment and elevation strategies. In addition to her functional roles, Cynthia shares operational oversight of the company along with fellow Lohr family co-owners father Jerry and brothers Steve and Lawrence. To learn more visit: https://www.jlohr.com/story/our-team/cynthia-lohr More about Juliana Colangelo: Juliana Colangelo is a Vice President at Colangelo & Partners, the leading wine and spirits communications agency in the U.S. Juliana joined Colangelo & Partners in 2013 with previous experience in events, hospitality, and nonprofit development. During her tenure at C&P, Juliana has led the development of the California office, growing the agency's domestic presence to a dedicated office of 13 people with representation of leading wine companies such as Jackson Family Wines, Far Niente, Charles Krug Winery, Foley Family Wines and more. Juliana has completed her WSET Level 3 and her eMBA in Wine Business with Sonoma State University, allowing her to bring a strategic and sales-oriented approach to communications strategy for the agency. In 2021, Juliana was named one of PR News' Top Women in PR in the “Rising Stars” category. In 2022 Juliana became a Vinitaly International Academy Italian Wine Ambassador. To learn more visit: Instagram: www.instagram.com/julezcolang/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/jules.colangelo/ Twitter: twitter.com/JulezColang LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/juliana-colan…lo-mba-04345539/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/colangelopr/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ColangeloPR Twitter: twitter.com/ColangeloPR LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/colangel…public-relations Let's keep in touch! Follow us on our social media channels: Instagram @italianwinepodcast Facebook @ItalianWinePodcast Twitter @itawinepodcast Tiktok @MammaJumboShrimp LinkedIn @ItalianWinePodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin!

Alfonso is joined by Colin Blake to talk about some of the workshops at Moonshine University. Colin Blake has been with Moonshine University, the first custom-built educational distillery in the US, since its launch in 2012. With an extensive history as a researcher and writer for spirits and cocktails, Colin is Moonshine University's Director of Spirits Education. He also created the Stave & Thief Society, the only industry-backed bourbon certification program, wherein he holds the title of Managing Director.As a native of New Mexico, Colin has traveled far and wide to satisfy his thirst for knowledge in the areas of history, visual communication, and beverages. He previously worked as a touring photographer for musicians before moving to Los Angeles, where he then worked as a production designer for big names like Sony, Showtime, HBO, and WB. Colin also wrote and hosted a TV pilot called The Cocktail Chronicles. He now uses his background in film production and comedy to make expertly curated courses with entertaining presentations.During his time in the spirits industry, he has been awarded Wine Enthusiast Magazine's ‘40 Under 40,' in addition to Business First's ‘40 Under 40' and ‘Top 20 People to Know in Hospitality.https://moonshineuniversity.com/

Cheers to 100 episodes! We celebrate this milestone by checking in and catching up with several past guests: Billie Harris (2:48 - 15:44) Billie was the guest on the first ever episode of the podcast – Episode 1! She is the founder and owner of The Vino Van, LLC providing fun and educational wine tours from Atlanta to various Georgia vineyards and wineries. The Vino Van is a 10-passenger customized Mercedes Benz sprinter, and we talk about what excites her most about the wine tourism industry in the Southeast. Billie also drops some big news on this episode about some exciting new additions to the company launching in 2023 (@thevinovanllc) Chelsea Young (15:51 - 42:14) In 2018, Chelsea was an inaugural recipient of the Fuel Your Dreams Scholarship for Women in Wine by Women of the Vine & Spirits. As of January 2023, she sat for her last WSET Diploma exams and is (impatiently) awaiting results. She is currently studying for SWE's Certified Wine Educator, WSG's French Wine Scholar, and WSET's Certified Educator. In September of 2022, Chelsea opened the Oenophile Institute in Smyrna, Georgia. The Institute is a wine school that is accessible, inclusive, and affordable for everyone from casual consumers to industry professionals. (@winey.redhead and @oenophileinstitute) Taurean Philpott (42:21 - 1:11:48) When Taurean was last on the show, he was working as the sommelier and beverage manager at Bacchanalia in Atlanta. In 2022, he then had the opportunity to work as a Harvest intern at Provignange, working with the winemaking team overseeing Piedrasassi, Domaine de la Cote, and Evening Land. He talks about being involved in everything from sorting, barreling down, fermentation management, bottling, and labeling. Now back in Atlanta, he currently oversees the wine program at Taste Wine Bar and Market in The Works. (@chateauneufdupapi_) Larissa Dubose (1:11:55 - 1:40:38) Larissa is the National Director of Beverages for airport concessionaire Paradies Lagardère's Dining Division, including the popular wine bar concept Vino Volo. As the founder and resident wine educator of The Lotus and The Vines, her passion for wine education is clear. She desires to redefine wine culture and bridge the gap from wine novice to connoisseur using the soft skills of wine knowledge and etiquette, empowering a new generation of wine lovers. This effort has been recently recognized in her inclusion of the inaugural cohort of Wine Enthusiast Magazine's Future 40. (@larissacdubose) Dan and Kristina Limoges (1:40:45 - 2:05:10) Limoges Cellars is an up and coming vineyard and winery situated on 37 acres in the North Georgia mountains. As winemakers and owners, Dan and Kristina Limoges aim to make exceptional wines from their own grown vinifera and offer unique interpretations on traditional European wine making styles. The focus at Limoges Cellars will be thoughtfully paired, quality wine and food with an emphasis on education in how to taste wine, pair wine, and expand one's wine tasting palate. (@limogescellars) ------- Recorded in February and March of 2023 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/acorkintheroad/support

“We've come a long way since our opening in 2000,” says Bill Wilson, founder and co-owner of Wilson Creek Winery. “And, while much has changed here at the winery and in the valley, our focus, our mission is exactly the same as when we first started.” That focus has paid off with Wilson Creek Wines winning prestigious awards. Wilson Creek's Petite Sarah won “Best Red in the Valley,” at the annual Temecula Valley Winegrowers' Association Awards. Wilson Creek is one of only a few wineries in Southern California to receive a 90-plus ratings for its wines from Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Fairly new to Wilson Creek, our Library room offers a guided sit down wine tasting of these library wines that are not offered to the general public. Wilson Creek prides itself on offering a multi-dimensional wine experience. We welcome those new to wine and take them through a wine journey as they develop and expand their palate. We also focus on wine education. Wilson Creek is the only winery in the Temecula Valley that offers training to guests in all aspects of wine making through our Wine Academies. Our Winemaker and Vineyard Manager are professors at two area colleges. Wilson Creek Winery has also been active in the community since its inception. The winery has won Temecula Valley's “Business of the Year” four times. The winery is involved with numerous charitable events each year raising thousands of dollars for charities One thing that won't change at Wilson Creek it the commitment to family. Almost the entire Wilson family has been involved with the winery since the beginning. On any given day, you will find Matriarch Rosie Wilson with her dog perusing the grounds, or any number of Wilsons at work behind the scenes. “We started the business as a family project, and everyone pitched in from day one,” says Wilson. “Through the years it has become a tradition to treat our guests as our extended family and make family a big part of the Wilson Creek experience.” Like the fine wines it serves, Wilson Creek Winery keeps getting better with age.

Garett is passionate about his work with Troon Vineyard. Since January of 2018, Troon has been reimagined and transformed as a diversified Biodynamic and Regenerative Organic Certified farm, adding chickens, sheep, vegetables, cider apples, and a permaculture-style food forest to an historic vineyard and winery. Garett is also passionate about real, good food, preaching the value of soil, and the interconnectedness of all life. He has lectured on soil health, composting and regenerative farming for individuals, community interest groups, and brands. He has been a participant in A Greater Applegate's Food and Farming planning sessions with the goal of creating tool- and knowledge-sharing networks between producers in Josephine and Jackson Counties. Garett loves the walkability of Jacksonville. He also loves to walk to open mic night - and play drums occasionally! Garett loves working at the intersection of food, farming, and community development. He has never lived in a place that so seamlessly supports the collaboration between farmers, chefs, winemakers, herbalists, artists, and consumers. He's especially enjoyed partnering with Chef Carl Krause of Earnest Baking Co. You'll find Troon produce - and next year, lamb! - on the menu of his food truck. This year, Troon celebrated their 50th anniversary. As of next spring, all 50 acres of vines will have been replanted with grapes borne in the Rhone Valley (France) and Cotes-du-Rhone, where the climate is very similar to that of the Kubli Bench. The Applegate Valley is the PERFECT context to grow wine grapes. A few months ago, Troon was honored as a "Top American Winery of the Year" by Wine Enthusiast Magazine, and the Rogue Valley was nominated as "Emerging Wine Region of the Year". This has brought a lot of buzz to our community of winegrowers and makers that are not as well-known as the Willamette, but doing really interesting things. The Biggest Little Farm - on Hulu Kimballs Artisan Wines Earnest Baking Company Crater Lake Mt. Ashland

Professional bartender Sother Teague is the partner and Beverage Director of Overthrow Hospitality group which includes renowned bitters bar Amor y Amargo and in addition to several other venues, the newly opened Tequila and Mezcal bar Eterea in New York City. He's also the charismatic co-host of the award-winning show ‘The Speakeasy' on Heritage Radio Network. He was named Mixologist of the year by Wine Enthusiast Magazine 2019 and has been featured as a cocktail expert in countless outlets including Esquire, The New York Times, New York Magazine, Time Out, BuzzFeed, and more. He has written two books (all on his iPhone as he's always on the go!) about cocktails and cocktail culture, ‘I'm Just Here For The Drinks' and ‘Let's Get Blitzen' and is currently working on a third.Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn:Why Sother Teague became a chefWhen and why Sother moved to the front of house and never moved backThe particular allure of bartending in New YorkAll the things Sother expects bartenders to be to their customersThe in-depth knowledge the bartenders at Amor Y Amargo possessThe difference between simply drinking and having a cultural drinking experienceWhy trying different drinks is so important to experienceThe unique aspects of all twelve bars Sother works with through OverthrowHow social media has changed the bar industryThe why of Sother's involvement in bitters creationHow his book came to beIn this episode…Sother Teague - bartender, Beverage Director of Overthrow Hospitality Group, podcast co-host, cocktail expert, and author - started his career journey as a chef. He was an instructor at the New England Culinary Institute in Montpelier, Vermont for two years at the time when that school was rated the number one culinary school in the country. Sother moved to the front of the house for a friend when he moved to New York, though, and never went back.Sother's background in the culinary arts has informed his bar and cocktail expertise in certain ways. He points out that people would not eat the same food every day, but will try things at different restaurants. Yet they insist on having the same drink over and over. Sother's attention to cocktail and drink crafting goes hand in hand with trying new things, finding a drink to match your mood, and finding a drink that meets your evening experience. Many of the bars owned by Overthrow have very specific themes and drink menus to curate very considered experiences.  In this episode of What CEOs Talk About, host Martin Hunter and guest Sother Teague discuss how bartenders are concierges of their neighborhoods, the emotional connection people seek with experiences and purchases, the importance of ambiance, and how attention to these things create value flow in bars. Sother explains how some of the bitters he created came to be, how social media assists his business, and why he wrote his books. This episode dives into all the best that bars have to offer and shines a light on the pure creativity behind cocktails on offer.Resources mentioned in this episode:URGEOContact email: info@urgeo.comMartin Hunter on LinkedInSother Teague on LinkedInSother Teague (Creative Drunk) on Instagram‘The Speakeasy' podcastOverthrow HospitalityAmor Y Amargo‘I'm Just Here For The Drinks' by Sother Teague‘Let's Get Blitzen' by Sother Teague‘On Food and Cooking' by Harold McGee“Imbibe!' by David Wondrich‘Meehan's Bartender Manual' by Jim MeehanResources recommended for CEOs and leaders:Monday.comBambooHRSponsor for this podcast...This podcast is brought to you by URGEO, Operational excellence in action through the Are you Ready Program!Are you READY to free up your time?Optimize your Organization?Grow revenue and reduce costs?Build your leadership team?Partnering with organizations like yours, we work with you to implement our proven methodology designed to transform your operations, while providing accurate advice and support for real success.Translating strategy into frontline operations, URGEO helps leaders and the people within their organization excel at safe, on-time, on-budget and on-spec delivery. Let's touch base so we can learn how we can level up your business. Contact us today.

Monroy Wines is the passion project of two wine enthusiasts – winemaker Adolfo Hernandez, and his wife, Nohelia. Both grew up around wine, albeit in distinctly different backgrounds, but with the same reverence and respect for the efforts involved in every bottle.Adolfo was named by Wine Enthusiast Magazine “as one of the Latinx experts changing the face of American wine.” A pianist and a biochemist with a love of great food, he was naturally drawn to winemaking's ageless combination of art and science. A career in luxury winemaking has given him the combined experiences to offer distinctive wines of his own composition.

If yo u cannot see the audio controls, listen/download the audio file here Kari Auringer - GM & Winemaker, Cornerstone CellarsAustin Hope - President & Winemaker, Hope Family Wines - Wine Enthusiast Magazine's "American Winery Of The Year" 

In this show we welcome back Édouard Miailhe, proprietor of Château Siran in the Margaux appellation of the Médoc (he was on Episode 391, as part of our Médoc series, discussing his role as the president of the Margaux appellation and a small bit about the Château). He joins to talk about many things that we didn't cover in the first show, and the exciting things happening now, including the fact that Château Siran's 2018 vintage was named the #1 wine of 2021 by Wine Enthusiast Magazine! Édouard Miailhe, owner of Château Siran, photo by Wine For Normal People After meeting Édouard in person, tasting the wines, and seeing what is happening at Siran, I agree that magazine made the right decision. Siran has some of the most vibrant energy in Bordeaux and some of the best wines. And Édouard is really just getting started.   Château Siran In addition to this, the show covers something we did not at all address in the first show: the role of the Miailhe family as discussed in the book “Wine and War” by Donald and Petie Kladstrup. The book was written two decades ago but is still a fantastic read. In our first conversation, Édouard never mentioned that his family's bravery, sacrifice, and dedication to wine and the essence of being a Frenchman during the war makes them some of the bravest, most empathetic, clever, and principled families in the wine world.   Here are some of the things we discuss in the show: Édouard chronicles his family history in the Médoc, and how they came to manage Château Siran through family ties in 1888, with wine broker Fréderic Miailhe.     We talk about how his great grandfather Édouard Miailhe and great uncle, Louis Miailhe, saved many prestigious Left Bank properties from bankruptcy and ruin -Pichon Lalande, Coufran, Dauzac, and part of Château Palmer in the early 1900s through investments that others were unwilling to make. Château Siran I make Édouard discuss his family story in World War II. We discuss weinführers, the invasive and destructive nature of the German troops in Bordeaux, and how his family saved the lives of two Italian Jewish families by sheltering them at Château Palmer, until they were able to get papers to smuggle them out of the country. We discuss how the continued acts of patriotism through investment and saving French wine properties in Bordeaux led to the signed picture of Winston Churchill that is at Château Siran.   Édouard discusses his aunt, May-Eliane Miailhe de Lencquesaing, who played a role in helping keep the Jewish family alive, became an icon in Bordeaux wine, and later moved to South Africa and started her own brand. Édouard and I discuss his view on women in wine and his family's unflagging support of women through the decades. Marjolaine Defrance, Édouard Miailhe, Charlotte (hospitality manager)   Édouard talks about how the right investments in the vineyard and winery, and the right enologist (a very young, talented, Marjolaine Defrance) led to Château Siran being the number one wine in the world according to Wine Enthusiast Magazine.   Siran's 160th anniversary bottle   Édouard talks about the revival of original art on the labels of Château Siran. His parents began the tradition of picking a theme for the label that reflected the events of that particular year. The bottles were pieces of art, but also were easily recognizable because of the moment in time they represented. Édouard has revived the tradition for the 2020 vintage, with Frederica Matta, the French and Chilean artist representing the difficult year of isolation in Covid, but the uplifting part of reconnecting with nature, and being grateful for its sights and smells. Revival of the artist label with the 2020 vintage. Art by Frederica Matta, photo courtesy of Ch. Siran   We end by discussing some of Édouard's worries about climate change but also about his hopefulness about the ever-improving quality of Margaux wines and how the appellation seems to be working together better than ever before, a great thing for them and for those of us who drink their wines.   My opinion: Château Siran is a very unique and delicious bottle of wine and extremely well-priced for what it delivers. The addition of Petit Verdot in the wine makes it unlike other wines you may have tasted and it is well worth it to buy it, hold it and taste the beauty in the bottle!! _______________________________________________________________ Thanks to our sponsors this week: Wine Spies uncovers incredible wines at unreal prices - on every type of wine in a variety of price points. It's not a club and there's no obligation to buy. Sign up for their daily email and buy what you want, when you want it. They have a build-a-case option, so you can mix and match wines while enjoying free shipping on every purchase. Visit www.winespies.com/normal you'll get $20 credit to use on your first order! Check them out today!   If you think our podcast is worth the price of a bottle or two of wine a year, please become a member of Patreon... you'll get even more great content, live interactions and classes!  www.patreon.com/winefornormalpeople   To register for an AWESOME, LIVE WFNP class with Elizabeth go to: www.winefornormalpeople.com/classes

Josh McDaniels is the CEO and Director of Winemaking at Bledsoe Wine Estates. He was born and raised in Walla Walla, where he fell in love with the wine industry at an early age. Josh started his own winery during high school and pursued this passion by obtaining formal education from the Institute of Enology and Viticulture. He also took extension courses through Washington State University and UC Davis and interned in Argentina at Paul Hobbs' Vina Cobos Winery to further his education. Josh has been named a "Game Changer of Washington Wine," a "Washington Prodigy," and a "Top 40 Under 40 Tastemakers of America" from Wine Enthusiast Magazine. In this episode with Josh McDaniels Creating one wine brand from scratch and growing it takes a lot of time, effort, and money. But running multiple brands across different locations is so much tougher. So, how do you successfully build and manage multiple wine brands? According to Josh McDaniels, the key is to leverage synergies and economies of scale. At Bledsoe Wine Estates, only one core team handles all three brands. One of the main benefits of this setup is having a fixed set of people Josh and his partner can trust. There's an established trust, understanding, and synergy between different personalities — which helps the brands run smoothly. In this episode of the Legends Behind the Craft podcast, Drew Thomas Hendricks and Bianca Harmon sit down with Josh McDaniels, the CEO and Director of Winemaking at Bledsoe Wine Estates. Josh shares how he got started in the wine business as early as high school, how he met NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe, and how they ended up as business partners. He also talks about the process of creating three wine brands and the challenges of managing and growing them.

Welcome to Episode 1026 Cynthia Chaplin interviews Rachel Adams, in this installment of Voices, on the Italian Wine Podcast. More about today's guest: Rachel Adams is the Founder and Executive Director of Assemblage, a 501c3 nonprofit organization based in Oregon's Willamette Valley that works to address disparities tied to race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ability in the global wine industry. Rachel was recognized among Wine Enthusiast Magazine's “40 Under 40 Tastemakers” in 2020. Before founding Assemblage in 2019, Rachel worked for over a decade contributing to some of the Willamette Valley's top winery sales and marketing teams including REX HILL and A to Z Wineworks, Bethel Heights Vineyard, and Lingua Franca. A passionate advocate for a more diverse and inclusive wine industry, Rachel has presented the Assemblage approach to DE&I to audiences in Portland, Seattle, and New York and infuses those methods into her work as Director at Play Nice PR, a Portland-based public relations agency representing independent food and wine businesses. To learn more visit: Website: assemblagesymposium.com Instagram: @assemblagesymposium / @radamsuo Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-adams-46b55637/ About today's Host: Cynthia Chaplin is a Vinitaly International Academy certified Italian Wine Ambassador, a professional sommelier with Fondazione Italiana Sommelier, a member of Le Donne del Vino, and a Professor of Italian wine and culture. Born in the USA, Cynthia moved to Europe in 1990 where she has lived in Spain, Belgium, England and Italy. She chose to center her career in Rome and immerse herself in the Italian wine sector, which is her passion. She has taught university students and expats, works with embassies, corporations and private clients, creating and presenting tastings, events, seminars and in-depth courses. Cynthia is a wine writer, translator, and a judge at international wine and sake competitions. She consults with restaurants and enotecas assisting in the development of comprehensive wine lists and excellent food pairings, as well as advising private clients who want to develop a comprehensive Italian wine collection. She lives with her British photographer husband on the shore of Lake Bracciano, north of Rome, where they share their beautiful garden with one massive grapevine, two border collies and an arrogant diva cat. To learn more visit: Facebook: Italian Wines in English Instagram: kiss_my_glassx Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-chaplin-190647179/ Let's keep in touch! Follow us on our social media channels: Instagram @italianwinepodcast Facebook @ItalianWinePodcast Twitter @itawinepodcast Tiktok @MammaJumboShrimp LinkedIn @ItalianWinePodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin!

In this episode of Bourbon With Friends. They guys are joined by Marianne Eaves. Eaves has been recognized in Whiskey Advocate Magazine as “the Next Generation” for the bourbon industry, and has been honored by Forbes and included in the 2015 Food & Drink 30 under 30 list. As she stepped into the role of Master Distiller herself, taking on the herculean restoration project of Castle & Key Distillery, she was recognized by Wine Enthusiast Magazine as one of America's Top 40 Under 40 Tastemakers. Her combination of technical knowledge, hands-on experience, specialized palate and focus on thoughtful innovation are a unique formula for her role as Master Distiller. Praise for her recipes come from hobbyist consumers and spirits aficionados alike — her vodka and gin confuses and excites the palette with honest balance and nuanced complexity. The fortunate few who have tasted barrels that are resting at Castle & Key Distillery agree that the future is bright for Eaves and her creations.As she transitions into her new role as a consultant and ambassador for Kentucky's finest spirit, Eaves is well poised as a leader of the new generation of spirits professionals that will shape the industry. She hopes to use her expertise in process and product development to raise the bar for craft producers and help other passionate makers turn dreams into a reality. She is excited to teach the ways of authentic Kentucky made Bourbon to producers across the US.Eaves role in changing the dynamic in this predominantly male industry is clear. She is proud to be a leader and a face for the movement and rise of women in spirits.  You can also learn more about Eaves Blind here - https://www.eavesblind.com/homeFollow Marianne on Instagram @mariannebmd

Nova Cadamatre is the quintessential hustler. The first female winemaker to achieve Master of Wine status in 2017, a Top 40 Under 40 recipient from Wine Enthusiast Magazine, a winemaker, a brand owner and a mother. We talk to Nova about her path to becoming a successful bicoastal winemaker and her projects in the Finger Lakes, including her wine brand, Trestle 31. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ile de Conas Le Rosé 2020-$7.99 TJ's- A taste of Summer in WinterIle de Conas is Paul Mas first Estate in the Languedoc region of France.Wine Enthusiast Magazine awarded Paul Mas winery French winery of the year 2021.The packaging for this Rosé is exceptional, the bottle has silk-screened flowers that grow on the Estate, and it has a glass bottle top. No cork.This is a Rosé named after his first Estate and features flowers that are a symbol of that Estate.They are not going to half-ass this wine, this Rosé is going to rock, and it does.Check out the review on www.cheapwinefinder.com and listen to the podcast for all the details.

This is hour one of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, December 1, 2021.

Santa Barbara Country was named Wine Region of the Year in the Wine Enthusiasts magazine's Wine Star Awards. KCSB's Terrie Jeon speaks with Wine Enthusiast Magazine's Matt Kettmann for more background and the effect this honor will have on our community.

National Vodka Day is a marketing creation of Nir Knaan that has been celebrated in the United States on October 4 since at least 2009. It has its own website, has been mentioned by Wine Enthusiast Magazine, and has been noted on news websites such as CBS.Photo by Tim Rüßmann on Unsplash

The Cork Dorks welcome Gary Eberle on the Liquid Lunch. Fresh off TWO more lifetime achievement awards, Gary cates up with the Cork Dorks. They congratulate the godfather on both Wine Enthusiast Magazine's American Wine Legend Award, and The Rhone Rangers LIfetime Acievement Award! He's always a great conversation!

Cat Sandoval is a Culture Reporter at Newsy based in Chicago. She primarily focuses on race, diversity, and inclusion stories. We discussed Landmark's Team Management and Leadership Program and topics on diversity and inclusion."Stop hiding. We need you to represent us." I keep these words with me at all times. I am a reporter, video journalist, and entrepreneur. I began my career behind the camera, in charge of production logistics. This time, I'm on camera -- hiding no longer.In this ever-changing video industry, from politics to entertainment, whether it's shooting on a 4K camera or a DSLR, storytelling is important. My goal is to diversify the newsroom through the stories and people we interview.I've worked with large and boutique production companies for 15 years, including 11 years in journalism. Some of my clients include Daily News, Mashable, NBC, EBRU TV, ABS CBN News, Wine Enthusiast Magazine, and Snippies. Because I've freelanced for so long, I understand what it means to be entrepreneurial, to be hungry for adventure, and to always be curious.Specialties: On-air talent, shooter (Canon C100, 70D, 5D, Panasonic HMC 150 & SONY EX1), editor (fcpX, fcp7, premiere), logistics queen, producer, production consultant, and karaoke singing master.I pitch story ideas, produce, report, and at times edit videos for the culture team.My primary focus is on race, diversity, and inclusion stories.

Cat Sandoval is a Culture Reporter at Newsy based in Chicago. She primarily focuses on race, diversity, and inclusion stories. We discussed Landmark's Team Management and Leadership Program and topics on diversity and inclusion."Stop hiding. We need you to represent us." I keep these words with me at all times. I am a reporter, video journalist, and entrepreneur. I began my career behind the camera, in charge of production logistics. This time, I'm on camera -- hiding no longer.In this ever-changing video industry, from politics to entertainment, whether it's shooting on a 4K camera or a DSLR, storytelling is important. My goal is to diversify the newsroom through the stories and people we interview.I've worked with large and boutique production companies for 15 years, including 11 years in journalism. Some of my clients include Daily News, Mashable, NBC, EBRU TV, ABS CBN News, Wine Enthusiast Magazine, and Snippies. Because I've freelanced for so long, I understand what it means to be entrepreneurial, to be hungry for adventure, and to always be curious.Specialties: On-air talent, shooter (Canon C100, 70D, 5D, Panasonic HMC 150 & SONY EX1), editor (fcpX, fcp7, premiere), logistics queen, producer, production consultant, and karaoke singing master.I pitch story ideas, produce, report, and at times edit videos for the culture team.My primary focus is on race, diversity, and inclusion stories.

Julia Coney is a powerhouse in the wine world. This wine journalist and entrepreneur, a former beauty writer, who loves perfume and Champagne, is changing how the world views the wine industry. She founded Black Wine Professionals in the wake of the George Floyd shooting to recognize black people working in all aspects of wine, offering visibility, support and guidance. Tune in as the Marys get to know this mover and shaker - her struggles being a black woman in an industry not traditionally known for diversity, how she is working to overcome that and help others on their wine journeys and her string of accomplishments, included being honored by Wine Enthusiast Magazine's Wine Star Awards as the Social Visionary of the Year in 2020.

What makes someone a wine influencer? Why is there so much uproar in the wine industry about celebrity wines and influencers? How did heavy drinking become such an entrenched part of the wine industry? Do you sometimes feel you drink too much wine? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Devin Parr, Founder and Managing Partner of Devin Parr & Associates. You can find the wines we discussed at www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks.   Highlights What makes someone a wine influencer? Why is there such frustration towards wine influencers from the traditional wine community? How can we bring a sense of inclusion to the wine community? What would Devin like to see from wine influencers? How can wine brands improve their relationships with influencers? Why is awareness such a critical part of marketing? Do we drink too much in the wine business? What's it like doing wine press tours? How did such a heavy drinking culture develop as “the way we do business”? What is Devin’s opinion on mommy wine memes?   Key Takeaways I agree with Devin that an influencer is anyone who actually influences opinion on wine, not just those with official certifications. There’s a role for many voices, particularly in the wine industry. She makes such a great point: we don't drink wine in a vacuum. Wine is part of our broader lifestyle. I just wish more media trips would incorporate that … it’s why I stopped going on them altogether. And yes there have been times when I know I’ve consumed too much wine, though usually, this has been at home not at an industry event, thank goodness. But I think it’s something the wine industry needs to address more openly as do we all who love wine and want to keep it a part of our lives.   About Devin Parr Devin Parr is the Founder and Managing Partner of Devin Parr & Associates, a PR, marketing and content agency for the beverage, travel, and tourism space. She holds a level 3 WSET certificate and in 2017, was named one of Wine Enthusiast Magazine's Top 40 Under 40 Tastemakers. She's written for Bottlenotes, WineCountry.com, NapaValley.com, Sonoma.com, The Plum, The Gourmet Insider, and others, including her own popular blog. Devin earned her B.A. in Political Science and Economics at UC San Diego and she joins us now from her home in Southern California.   Watch Party Join me for the debut Watch Party of the video of this conversation that I’ll be live-streaming for the very first time on Zoom on Wednesday, May 5th at 7 pm eastern. You can save your spot for free right here. I’ll be jumping into the comments as we watch it together so that I can answer your questions in real-time. I want to hear from you! What’s your opinion of what we’re discussing? What takeaways or tips do you love most from this chat? What questions do you have that we didn’t answer?   Giveaway You can also win one of two tickets to an exclusive virtual wine tasting led by Devin Parr that also includes two bottles of premium California wines that’ll be shipped directly to your home. These tickets are priced at $135 each and enable up to 6 participants per household to participate. We’ll be giving away two tickets, one to each of two different winners.   How to Win All you need to do is comment on one of these posts before 7 pm EDT on May 5th: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn I’ll select the winner randomly from those who participate. You get a bonus entry for every wine-loving friend you tag and if you re-share this post in your stories. Good luck!   To learn more about the resources mentioned in this episode, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/127.

How did Cameron Diaz’s new clean wine brand cause an uproar in the wine world? Where does wine fit into the wellness world? Which low alcohol and alcohol-free wines are worth trying? Should wine labels have ingredient lists? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Devin Parr, Founder and Managing Partner of Devin Parr & Associates. You can find the wines we discussed at www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks.   Highlights How did a wine sales call end with Devin being mistaken for an FBI agent? Why did an embarrassing conversation with a customer renew Devin’s interest in geography? Why should you be fearless when tasting and talking about wine? What incredible experiences did Devin have while studying wine in Italy? How did Bill Buford inspire Devin to move to Italy? What is clean wine? How did Cameron Diaz’s wine brand cause an uproar in the wine world? How has the wine industry unwittingly given marketers an advantage? Where does wine fit into the wellness world? Which low alcohol and alcohol-free wines are worth trying? Should wine labels have ingredient lists? Why is the traditional wine industry so resistant to non-expert consumer opinions?   Key Takeaways I enjoyed Devin’s take on clean wine, and why Cameron Diaz’s new brand caused such an uproar in the wine world. I think a definition would help, but that’s probably difficult to do given how the definitions of organic and biodynamic wines differ so greatly. I think wine can fit with wellness and a blanched life, without becoming a gimmicky or misguided marketing tactic that positions it as some sort of health drink. I’m going to search for the low alcohol and alcohol-free wines that Devin thinks are worth trying. I think wines should be more transparent about ingredients, using a QR code on the label that can be scanned to more details on the winery’s website so that this can change from year to year and not become so burdensome on the winery with packaging changes every vintage.   About Devin Parr Devin Parr is the Founder and Managing Partner of Devin Parr & Associates, a PR, marketing and content agency for the beverage, travel, and tourism space. She holds a level 3 WSET certificate and in 2017, was named one of Wine Enthusiast Magazine's Top 40 Under 40 Tastemakers. She's written for Bottlenotes, WineCountry.com, NapaValley.com, Sonoma.com, The Plum, The Gourmet Insider, and others, including her own popular blog. Devin earned her B.A. in Political Science and Economics at UC San Diego and she joins us now from her home in Southern California.   Watch Party Join me for the debut Watch Party of the video of this conversation that I’ll be live-streaming for the very first time on Zoom on Wednesday, April 28th at 7 pm eastern. You can save your spot for free right here. I’ll be jumping into the comments as we watch it together so that I can answer your questions in real-time. I want to hear from you! What’s your opinion of what we’re discussing? What takeaways or tips do you love most from this chat? What questions do you have that we didn’t answer?   Giveaway You can also win one of two tickets to an exclusive virtual wine tasting led by Devin Parr that also includes two bottles of premium California wines that’ll be shipped directly to your home. These tickets are priced at $135 each and enable up to 6 participants per household to participate. We’ll be giving away two tickets, one to each of two different winners.   How to Win All you need to do is comment on one of my giveaway posts on either Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn before 7 pm EDT on May 5th. I’ll select the winner randomly from those who participate. You get a bonus entry for every wine-loving friend you tag and if you re-share this post in your stories. Good luck!     To learn more about the resources mentioned in this episode, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/126.

This episode features sommelier Femi Oyediran, co-owner of Graft Wine Shop in Charleston, South Carolina. We talk about his love of music almost as much as his love of wine in this episode because he says he likes to share the gift of a great glass over the sounds of a great album. We chat about how these two passions now collide within his approach to wine retail and lie at the core of the foundation upon which Graft is built. He discovered his passion for wine while working at the Charleston Grill under the encouragement and mentorship of the former Wine Director, Rick Rubel. We discuss the utility of his award-winning blind tasting skills and how he uses his tasting knowledge to help his customers discover new wines. Among several major accomplishments, he was awarded Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s 2018 ‘40 Under 40' and was selected as ‘Sommelier of the Year’ along with his co-owner, Miles White, by Food and Wine Magazine in 2019. And while he says he is so thankful for his success and opportunities, he also emphasizes that wine is part of culture and connection that should never blind anyone from the importance of being a good human, first and foremost. You can check out their retail shop at www.graftchs.com and follow @femingtonsteele and @graftchs on Instagram. Recorded March 30, 2021 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/acorkintheroad/support

Upon his retirement from the NFL in 2007, Drew Bledsoe "doubled back" to his hometown of Walla Walla, Washington to realize a long held dream. Drew and his Wife, Maura, purchased a piece of property on the southern edge of the Walla Walla Valley AVA and subsequently launched Doubleback as an estate focused winery with the goal of crafting America's best Cabernet Sauvignon in an elegant, true to varietal way. Drew had long been planning for this moment during his years playing football and success came immediately as the very first vintage earned a spot in Wine Spectator's Top 100 List. Drew hired Josh McDaniels, now CEO & Director of Winemaking, away from Figgins Family Wine Estates where he had trained for almost a decade under their longtime mentor and friend, Chris Figgins. Josh, also a Walla Walla native, has been named a "Washington Prodigy" and a "Game Changer of Washington Wine" by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. The collaboration between Drew and Josh is a competitive partnership that pushes them to continue the pursuit of perfection in Cabernet Sauvignon every day. Doubleback remains a small, family owned winery located on the southern edge of Walla Walla in its new home that was completed in 2018. The winery has four estate vineyards all located in the Walla Walla Valley and all unique to the other. Each vineyard is sustainably certified and farmed by its own incredible farming crew that is an integral part of the team. The team welcomes it's mailing list customers by appointment only daily.  Listen to ILAB 168 on iTunes here or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   Where we are: Johnny FD – Sri Lanka / IG @johnnyfdk Sam Marks – Thailand / IG @imsammarks Derek Spartz - Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio Sponsor: Our CrowdGet access to invest directly, easily and early in pre-IPO companies with OurCrowd. Sign up free now  Support Invest Like a Boss: Join our Patreon Discussed: Bledsoe Wine Estates Bledsoe|McDaniels Doubleback Bledsoe Family Winery Like these investments? Try them with these special ILAB links: ArtofFX – Start with just a $10,000 account (reduced from $25,000) Fundrise – Start with only $1,000 into their REIT funds (non-accredited investors OK) Betterment – Get up to 1 year managed free Wealthfront – Get your first $15,000 managed free PeerStreet – Get a 1% yield bump on your first loan *Johnny and Sam use all of the above services personally. Time Stamps: 10:42 – When did you know you wanted to go into the wine business? 13:20 – Has Walla Walla always been producing really good wines? 16:30 – What kind of investment advice is given to young athletes? 21:20  – Have you had other crazy investment proposals during your career? 24:58 – How was the transitioning for the NFL to the Wine Estates? 29:05 – How did you start with Doubleback once you retired? 31:06 – Did you know the economics of the wine business? 34:15 – Why do you think a lot of winery businesses fail? 40:06 – What are the future plans for the estates? 44:08 – Do you see this business staying in the family?  50:26 – Sam and Derek review If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! Also if you haven’t already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on iTunes and claim your bonus here!  Copyright 2021. All rights reserved. Read our disclaimer here.

If you've ever wondered what it looks like to add ghostwriting to your mix of freelance writing services, this episode is for you! Jacy Topps joins Jenni to talk about the behind-the-scenes of ghostwriting: How to find those gigs, how much they pay, what you need to watch out for, and why writing under someone else's byline can be gratifying. Jacy is an award-nominated journalist, essayist and ghostwriter. You can find her bylines in various publications including, InStyle, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, Oprah Magazine, Wine Enthusiast Magazine, Slate, and Business Insider. She has built her career as a journalist covering everything from wine and travel to race and mental health, LGBTQ culture and relationships. You can follow her on Twitter and Instagram. This week, TWC members will get access to Jacy’s contract tip sheet, which details the things to watch for on a ghostwriting contract! We’re also including our original contracts tip sheet, which includes some sample legalese you can use to negotiate terms with your clients. If you're not a member, head to the TWC Store for individual purchase options. If you like TWC, we think you'll also dig the Creative Nonfiction Podcast, run by Brendan O’Meara. He gets into craft questions and really digs the nitty gritty writing process stuff. We’ve been talking a lot lately about how writing skills are key to running a freelance business, and Brendan’s podcast has a lot to offer in terms of skill building. Listen wherever you podcast! (Btw: we have a new offering: If you're just getting started with your freelance business, you'll want to enroll in freelance biz school @ The Writers’ Co-op Academy! We're offering two courses: One that helps you create a business plan (Biz Basics) and one to help you understand media contracts. Check 'em out!)

In our 11th episode, we chat with Kara Newman, Contributing Spirits Editor, Wine Enthusiast Magazine. ⁣Kara also frequently writes for Bloomberg, the Wall Street Journal, PUNCH and other leading media outlets. ⁣⁣⁣⁣She is the acclaimed author of “Cocktails with a Twist,” “Nightcap,” “Road Soda,” “Shake. Stir. Sip.” “Cocktails for a Crowd,” “The Secret Financial Life of Food” and “Spice & Ice.”⁣⁣⁣⁣Tune in to hear this thoughtful cocktail and spirits scribe share her thoughts on:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣1) What it is like to cover hard liquor and libations for a leading wine publication that reaches both consumers and trade⁣⁣⁣⁣2) How the closure of bars, even temporarily, will deeply impact cocktail culture overall⁣⁣⁣3) Why people rather than products are at the heart of a good story⁣⁣⁣4) How cocktail recipes shared with her should be straightforward and easily replicated by home bartenders⁣⁣⁣5) Why sending sample spirits bottles is always key⁣⁣⁣6) Why she prefers tasting spirits on her own, rather than at deskside briefings or via Zoom⁣⁣⁣7)⁣ How self-published books by bartenders inspire her⁣⁣⁣8) Why embargoed press releases might not be the best way to get her attention⁣⁣⁣9) How “omakase” cocktail and bar bites experiences are an innovation worth watching⁣⁣⁣Kara also addresses a listener question from GN Chan, Master Mixologist & Founder of Double Chicken Please, a new New York City bar, on whether craft cocktail bar pop-ups and canned cocktails by craft bars are here to stay.⁣⁣⁣⁣Connect with Kara on Twitter at @karanewman and on Instagram at @newman_kara. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

All right, everybody today, we have a successful entrepreneur that runs Anteel tequila a company that has received 3 medals at the prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition and they have the world's only Coconut Lime Blanco received a 92 tasting rating in Tasting Panel Magazine.. Anteel Tequila has been featured in many news publications including Forbes Magazine, Wine Enthusiast Magazine, Cosmopolitan Magazine, AskMen, Links: anteeltequila.com https://www.instagram.com/anteeltequilas/ https://www.facebook.com/anteeltequila/ Connect with us: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/FROZTECH_us/?hl=en TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FROZTECH FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FROZTECHUS/ WEBSITE: https://www.FROZTECH.com/ WANT TO BE ON THE PODCAST: https://www.FROZTECH.com/podcast/apply/ HELP WITH SEO: https://www.froztech.com/seo-services/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/froztech/message

My guest today loves everything related with wine. She has covered food, beverage, travel and culture for Bloomberg, BBC, Bon Appetit, Travel + Leisure, and others. A graduate of the International Culinary Center, she has worked as a recipe developer, an editor at Google and Tasting Table. She joined Wine Enthusiast Magazine in 2019 where she is the Associate Manager Editor for Digital Media. https://www.winemag.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/davide-martins/support

Alisha Blackwell-Calvert is a Certified Sommelier based out of St. Louis, Missouri. She was one of Wine Enthusiast Magazine's Top 40 Under 40 Tastemakers. We talk restaurants, COVID insanity, guest relations, hospitality, studying, Black Lives Matter, general inclusion in the wine industry.

The Birdies & Bourbon team had a great time chatting with Marianne Eaves on the show. Marianne is Kentucky's First Female Master Distiller since Prohibition. Peyton Manning has also named her the quarterback for the Sweetens Cove Tennessee Straight Bourbon Whiskey. On the show we were able to taste the first Sweetens Cove release with Marianne and discuss the process for making the release as well as notes and balance within the spirit. For more information on Marianne please visit her online at marianneeaves.com or on Instagram @mariannebmd Born in Tennessee and raised in Kentucky, geography alone may have been telling Marianne Eaves that her destiny was to be a whiskey maker. However, it was courage to buck tradition, her creative engineering mind and a voracious appetite for learning that actualized her place in history as Kentucky’s First Female Bourbon Master Distiller since Prohibition. After a fast and early failure in art consignment, Eaves decided to follow her long love of math and science and pursue a degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Louisville. Little did she realize that she would find herself in a history-making position in which the creative and the scientific would come together. A fortuitous confluence of circumstances – her love of science, analytic mind, exceptional sensory skills, creativity, and a fateful internship choice with Brown-Forman – led to her being the first woman to earn the title of Master Distiller with Castle & Key Distillery in Frankfort. Eaves has been recognized in Whiskey Advocate Magazine as “the Next Generation” for the bourbon industry, and has been honored by Forbes and included in the 2015 Food & Drink 30 under 30 list. As she stepped into the role of Master Distiller herself, taking on the herculean restoration project of Castle & Key Distillery, she was recognized by Wine Enthusiast Magazine as one of America’s Top 40 Under 40 Tastemakers. Her combination of technical knowledge, hands-on experience, specialized palate and focus on thoughtful innovation are a unique formula for her role as Master Distiller. Praise for her recipes come from hobbyist consumers and spirits aficionados alike — her vodka and gin confuses and excites the palette with honest balance and nuanced complexity. The fortunate few who have tasted barrels that are resting at Castle & Key Distillery agree that the future is bright for Eaves and her creations. As she transitions into her new role as a consultant and ambassador for Kentucky’s finest spirit, Eaves is well poised as a leader of the new generation of spirits professionals that will shape the industry. She hopes to use her expertise in process and product development to raise the bar for craft producers and help other passionate makers turn dreams into a reality. She is excited to teach the ways of authentic Kentucky made Bourbon to producers across the US. Eaves role in changing the dynamic in this predominantly male industry is clear. She is proud to be a leader and a face for the movement and rise of women in spirits. Thank you for taking the time to watch the Birdies & Bourbon Show for all things PGA Tour, golf, gear, bourbon and mixology. Dan & Cal aim to bring you entertaining and informative episodes weekly. Please help spread the word on the podcast and tell a friend about the show. You can also help by leaving an 5-Star iTunes review. We love to hear the feedback and support! Cheers. Follow on Twitter & Instagram ( @birdies_bourbon )

We're joined by Marianne Eaves to discuss her career in the whiskey world and her aspirations for the future. Marianne is currently the Master Blender behind Sweetens Cove Tennessee Bourbon. We were lucky enough to taste through Batch #1 with Marianne and learn her process behind selecting whiskey for blending and for single barrel selections. About Marianne Eaves: She's no stranger to the spirits industry or creating and growing one-of-a-kind premium spirits, Marianne will forever hold a place in history as Kentucky’s First Female Bourbon Master Distiller since Prohibition. She was recognized by Whisky Advocate Magazine as “the Next Generation” of the bourbon industry; honored by Forbes in their 30 under 30 list in 2015; named as one of America’ Top 40 under 40 Tastemakers by Wine Enthusiast Magazine; and, was identified as one of the top “Southern Women” by Garden & Gun Magazine in 2019. It is no wonder that she was recruited to serve as Master Blender of the first Sweetens Cove release. Photo Credits: Sweetens Cove Spirits and Marianne Eaves Links: Marianne Eaves Official Website Sweetens Cove Spirits Travel Channel Feature on Marianne at Castle & Key Esquire: Peyton Manning's New Bourbon Is So Legit I Can’t Even Call It a ‘Celebrity Bourbon’ Andy Roddick dishes on Sweetens Cove, working with Peyton Manning and making bourbon Eli And Peyton Manning Are Launching A $200 Bourbon   We appreciate everyone who has taken the time to give us feedback on our podcast.  If you enjoy our content, consider giving us a 5 star rating on your podcast app, leave us a review, or tell a fellow bourbon lover about our show. Follow us @BourbonLens on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter. If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions, please email us at TheBourbonLens@Gmail.com. Visit our website BourbonLens.com to check out our blog posts and see what we are up to. Cheers, Scott, Michael & JakeThe Bourbon Lens

Sarah Pierre, an Atlanta native, has been the owner of 3 Parks Wine Shop in Atlanta's Glenwood Park neighborhood since 2013. She moved into the wine world from restaurants and brings her expertise in hospitality and service to her wine shop. She laughs as she recalls the mixed emotions from that first day opening the doors and welcoming customers, but she also reflects fondly on how much their hard work has paid off over the years to build relationships and memories with clients. Her perspective on what makes the Atlanta market so unique is to be admired - she says there's an underestimated amount of knowledge and buying power here in the Southeast and she's excited about where we are heading. The shop's multiple wine club program recently earned national recognition in being named one of "America's 50 Best Wine Retailers" by Wine Enthusiast Magazine, and they've been helping people continue their wine exploration safely during COVID-19 by offering online shopping and curbside pickup options. Sarah talks about her enriching wine travels, her welcoming approach to wine education, and her enthusiasm for connecting with people through wine. For her latest news and updates, you can visit www.3parkswine.com and follow @3parkswine and @sarahpierre1 on Instagram. #ATLwinescene Recorded June 29, 2020 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/acorkintheroad/support

Rose Mansion founders, Tyler and Morgan, have been throwing epic wine events in the U.S. for over a decade. In 2009 they started Wine Riot, a pop-up wine tasting festival aimed at millennials. They sold over 25,000 tickets per year before selling the business and opening the Rosé Mansion in 2018.Tyler graduated from throwing high school rock concerts in his backyard to writing a weekly wine column for a Boston print publication. He's since flown around the world to kick it with winemakers, judge wine competitions, and speak at trade events.Morgan's obsession with color led her path from high school yearbook Editor-in-Chief to serial entrepreneur. She creates companies that bring people together, celebrate small business, and help people learn about the world around them.Both Tyler and Morgan appeared in Inc Magazine's 30 Under 30 list. In 2013, Tyler landed on the cover of Wine Enthusiast Magazine for their inaugural 40 Under 40 issue. In 2019, Morgan appeared in Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s 40 Under 40 issue and Design: Retail's 40 Under 40 list.Follow @tylerballiet and @morgan1st on Instagram to get the behind-

On this episode, Sarah Faherty sits down with an incredible wine writer, author and contributing editor of Wine Enthusiast Magazine, Virginie Boone. Virginie has been with Wine Enthusiast since 2010 and is a lead contributor on the wines of Napa and Sonoma for the magazine. Sonoma-based Boone began her writing career in 1997 with Lonely Planet travel guidebooks, contributing to titles on South America, Northern California, France and America's Deep South. She is also the author of Napa Valley and Sonoma: Heart of California Wine Country, and a regular panelist and speaker on wine topics in California and beyond On this episode, we discuss Napa and Sonoma. We discuss everything from the difference in soils and climates within Napa and Sonoma, some of the hidden treasures you don’t want to miss out on, and the differences to be on the lookout next time you go to purchase a bottle. We will also discuss how Wine Enthusiast comes up with its famous ratings of various wines. If you enjoy this episode, please share it with a friend, hit that subscribe button and be sure to leave us a rating. Please join us next time, where I have the pleasure of speaking with a man who discusses drinking a 150 year old shipwrecked bottle of wine with William Shattner, Drank Tequila and arm wrestled The Rock and is highly respected in the food & wine world as a senior wine editor for Food and Wine Magazine, Ray Isle. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-faherty8/support

Would you like to learn more about Austrian wines, especially its iconic grape, Gruner Veltliner? Do you know why this wine is one of the most versatile wines on the planet?  Why should an Austrian Heuriger be on your must-visit list? Which Austrian red wine should you try next? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Heidi Fisher Pfaffl who is in charge of business administration and marketing at her family’s winery, Weingut Pfaffl. Highlights How did the Pfaffl grow from a small farm to 110 hectares of vineyards? Why should an Austrian Heuriger be on your must-visit list? What aspects of Austrian wine might surprise you? What’s the meaning behind the name Wein.1? Can Gruner Veltliner be oaked? Within what price range can you buy Pfaffl wines? Why does Gruner Veltliner pair well with such a wide range of foods? Should you buy a bottle of Gruner Veltliner for your cellar? What variations would you experience when tasting different Gruner Veltliners? Why would you probably find pepper spice Gruner Veltliners especially interesting? Can you buy Pfaffl wines across Canada? What is Heidi’s favourite food to pair with Gruner Veltliner? Which characteristics would you taste in a Gruner Veltliner as it ages? How does the rockiness of the Haidvertel impact the wine? What was the worst moment in Heidi’s wine career? What is the best moment from Heidi’s wine career so far? How do old oak barrels influence the flavour profile you’ll taste with wine? Why do you need humidity in a wine cellar? What ancient characteristic influences what you’ll taste with Zeiseneck Gruner Veltliner? Can you taste differences between the wines produced north or south of the Danube? How did Gruner Veltliner become the darling of New York sommeliers? Which Austrian red wine should you try next? What foods should you pair with a glass of Zwiegelt? What is the tasting experience with Pfaffl’s entry-level wine, Wein.2? How does St. Laurent differ from other grapes? How does Zwiegelt compare to Pinot Noir? About Heidi Fisher Pfaffl Heidi Fisher Pfaffl is in charge of her family’s winery, Weingut R&A Pfaffl, along with her brother, Roman, who is the winemaker and vineyard manager. Heidie takes care of everything else, from business administration to marketing and sales. Pfaffl Winery is one of Austria’s leading wine producers and was recently named European Winery of the Year by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Their vineyards are distributed around the village of Stetten in the Weinviertel and in neighbouring Vienna. Due to the numerous vineyards and their diversity, they are able to produce a broad spectrum of wine styles.   To learn more about the resources mentioned in this episode, visit the https://www.nataliemaclean.com/79.

This week we chopped it up with newlyweds, Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s Associate Managing Editor, Print, Layla Schlack, and beer writer, Jay C. Williams, for a blend of wine, beer, and hip hop. Jay and Layla pair beer with Jermaine’s music pick, “OverDose” by Conway The Machine, and Jermaine selects a wine to go with Layla and Jay’s pick, “Keep It Thoro” by Prodigy of Mobb Deep, an artist whose music was at the foundation of their union.

How sparkling wine spice up your menu? What complementary taste rule can you use to pair your food with wine? Which wines should you never pair with Indian food? Which red wine should be at the top of your list for pairing with spicy food? Does ambiance affect your wine tasting experience? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, Celebrity chef and author Vikram Vij and Head Sommelier Sean Nelson share their insider tips and tricks to help you pair wine with spicy, complex food like a pro. Highlights What should you know about the Indian wine industry? How should you approach food and wine pairing? Should you drink sparkling wine throughout a meal? Does Riesling pair well with spicy food? Why does the specific Gewurtztraminer have to be carefully chosen when pairing with spicy food? How can you keep your palate from feeling overwhelmed when tasting wine? What can you expect from the wine selection at Vij’s? Why should you have a glass of Krug at Vij’s? About Vikram Vij and Sean Nelson Vikram Vij was born in India in 1964 and lived in New Delhi and Bombay until the age of 20, when he went to study, live and work in Austria. While he was there he received his chef certificate from the Salzburg Hotel Management School. Vikram moved to Canada in 1989 to work at the Banff Springs Hotel in Alberta. Vikram became a certified sommelier from the International Sommelier Guild in 2000, and is passionate about pairing wines with his cuisine. Vikram is a serial restauranteur, author and television personality and he has appeared on hit shows such as Chopped, Top Chef, and Dragons’ Den. He’s also the first Indian chef to earn a sommelier degree. Sean was born in White Rock, BC and grew up in Greater Vancouver. He entered the Hospitality industry at age 16 and after becoming certified and spending time in wine regions around the world, in 2013, upon returning to Vancouver he took the job of Sommelier at Vij’s Restaurant. While at Vij’s, Sean passed his Advanced Sommelier Examination on the first attempt to become Western Canada's youngest Advanced Sommelier in 2016. Vij’s Restaurant has been awarded back to back Platinum Awards at the Vancouver Wine Festival Wine List Awards of Excellence in 2016 and 2017 and in 2017 was named one of Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s Top 10 Wine Restaurants in Canada.   To learn more about the resources mentioned in this episode, visit the https://www.nataliemaclean.com/68.

We've heard #MeToo stories from Hollywood to Springfield, but some of the most abusive and toxic behavior at the center of these stories is still experienced every day by women in the bar and restaurant industries.Our guests this month are legends in Chicago and beyond, not only for their abilities behind the bar, but for creating networks of talented, fierce women who mentor younger servers and focus on giving back to their communities.SHELBY ALLISONShelby Allison co-owns Lost Lake, a tropical cocktail bar in Chicago that opened in 2015 and was named Best American Cocktail Bar at Tales of the Cocktail's 2018 Spirited Awards, is a three-time James Beard Foundation semifinalist for Outstanding Bar Program (2016, 2017, 2018) and a finalist in 2019, and earned a spot on the World's 50 Best Bars list (2018). Shelby is a co-founder of Chicago Style, a yearly conference focused on increasing inclusivity, safety, and sustainability within the cocktail community, and was featured in The New York Times, Vogue, and Food and Wine. She also co-founded Shift-Ease, a monthly charitable party at Lost Lake that supports local Chicago organizations working for progressive racial, economic and gender justice, and is a founding board member of the Chicago Period Project, an aspiring non-profit that helps Chicago's homeless and in-need people experience their periods with dignity. Shelby was one of Chicago Woman's 10 Most Influential Women in Chicago's food and beverage community (2018), and one of Wine Enthusiast's 40 Under 40 Tastemakers (2018).NANDINI KHAUNDNandini Khaund was part of the opening team at one of the city's most groundbreaking cocktail bars, the Violet Hour, which has had a tremendous impact on the industry in Chicago and beyond for more than a decade. Since then, Nandini has done everything from tend bar at Big Star to create an independent cocktail app to open and operate Cindy's, the beautiful rooftop bar you definitely know if you've ever visited the Chicago Athletic Association hotel. She's now the founder of Grimoire, a consulting company that works with hospitality groups, bars, and restaurants to facilitate positive work environments, and sits on the grants committee for the nonprofit Tales of the Cocktail Foundation.ALEXIS BROWNMulti-certified mixologist, philanthropist and industry educator Alexis Brown, is the founder and executive director of Causing A Stir, an organization dedicated to educating and empowering underrepresented individuals in the bar and beverage industry.Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, Alexis worked her way up in the hospitality industry from a coat-check and nightclub “shot girl” to a skilled beverage consultant and cocktail connoisseur. In her nearly 10 years of experience in the field, Alexis honed her skills at some of Chicago's most renowned bars and restaurants including The Drifter, The Dearborn and The Aviary.Throughout her bartending career Alexis witnessed the disparaging way underrepresented individuals were treated in the beverage industry and decided to create a safe space where they could develop the skills to thrive among their peers. In 2016, she developed Causing A Stir to uplift and empower marginalized individuals in the hospitality industry. Since its inception the group has gained nearly 3,000 members worldwide and hosts monthly events to educate individuals from underserved communities.Since 2011 Alexis has also served as the chief curator of her personal brand, Serving Life Behind Bars, where she develops custom cocktail creations for private events. She has received several accolades in the beverage industry including Wine Enthusiast Magazine's 40 Under 40 (2019), Drinks International Magazine's 100 Most Influential Figures (2019), World Class Competition Top 100 Bartenders (2019), Old Forester Old Fashioned Competition Winner (2018), Most Imaginative Bartender Regional Finalist Award (2017) and Semi-Finalist of the Bacardi Legacy Competition (2017 & 2018).Alexis has spread her mission of educating minorities in the beverage industry across the country. She has been featured on The Chicago Tribune, Food & Wine and Eater.Like the show? Join us LIVE monthly at The Hideout in Chicago!

What does a wine enthusiast have in common with a cannabis user? How can you pair wine with cannabis? What do you need to know about terpenes and wine pairing? How do infused beverages bring together the cannabis and wine industries? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, we’re chatting with Jamie Evans, founder of The Herb Somm, a cannabis blog and lifestyle brand that is focused on the gourmet side of the cannabis industry. Enjoy! Highlights What health and lifestyle benefits can you experience from using cannabis? Where can you explore the culinary side of cannabis? Can you try cannabis without experiencing a high? Why is cannabis a good "exit drug"? Why should we break the stigma associated with cannabis? How did Jamie develop her interest in the cannabis industry? What was Jamie’s involvement in the cannabis restaurant movement in San Francisco? Where does Jamie think the future of the cannabis industry is going? About Jamie Evans Jamie Evans is the founder of The Herb Somm, a cannabis blog and lifestyle brand that is focused on the gourmet side of the cannabis industry. She is an educator, host, and writer specializing in cannabis, food, recipes, wine, and the cannaculinary world. In addition to her work in the cannabis industry, Jamie has over ten years of wine industry experience. Having represented a wide array of organizations and wineries, she is best known for producing high-end events and developing topnotch public relations, marketing, and hospitality programs. Jamie is also a contributor to POPSUGAR and MARY Magazine specializing in cannabis recipes and cannabis lifestyle pieces. She was also recently named as one of Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s Top 40 Under 40 Tastemakers in 2018. Born and raised in Truckee, CA, Jamie’s roots extend back to South Dakota farm families. She developed a love for wine and agriculture while earning her degree in Wine and Viticulture, with a concentration in Wine Business at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. As an avid traveler, she expanded her knowledge and explored different regions where she studied enology and viticulture at The University of Adelaide, Australia and The Engineering School of Enology at Changins, Switzerland. To learn more about the resources mentioned in this episode, visit the https://www.nataliemaclean.com/62.

Christina chats to Nat Pizzini (Pizzini Wines) and Simon Nash from New York about her award at the Wine Communicators of Australia awards. The contributing editor for Wine Enthusiast magazine and contributor to GT Wine magazine reviewing Australian and New Zealand wines for their USA audience. @christinakpickard @wineenthusiast @gtwine @winecomaust @pizziniwines

Cheryl Stanley discusses the basics of wine tasting and ongoing trends in the wine industry. Specifically, Stanley defines the fundamental vocabulary used in describing wine, how to read a wine label, and how to start building a wine collection. She also details how restaurants construct wine lists and the nuances behind wine pricing, debunking the myth that the most expensive wines are not always the best. Stanley elaborates on trends shaping the beverage industry right now including the impact of cannabis on wine consumption and what the future holds for Pernod Ricard. And because the best way to learn about wine is to drink it, Stanley hosts a tasting and shares how to drink wine, starting with how to properly open a bottle (including a screwtop!) and finishing with the right way to sniff, slurp, and spit or swallow.  Cheryl Stanley is a lecturer in Cornell’s School of Hotel Administration. She teaches courses in beverage management, including the very popular introduction to wines course which hundreds of students enroll in each semester. In 2015, she was awarded the Ted Teng Dean's Teaching Excellence award and in 2017 she was named one of Wine Enthusiast Magazine's 40 under 40 Tastemakers. Stanley is a member of the Society of Wine Educators and the United States Bartenders' Guild. Stanley holds a bachelor’s degree from Cornell’s School of Hotel Administration and a masters in hospitality and retail management from Texas Tech University. Links from the Episode at presentvaluepodcast.com Episode Article: Johnson Business Feed Faculty Profile: Cheryl Stanley - The Hotel School

Wine writer and editor Matt Kettmann shares how he manages to work for both the Santa Barbara Independent and Wine Enthusiast Magazine, what it was like to be a reporter during the Michael Jackson trials, and some of his favorite in-the-field stories (eg firing machine guns in Armenia, impala roadkill in Uganda, etc). Website: winemag.com/taster/matt-kettmann Twitter: @mattkettmann

Nestled in the heart of Los Angeles sits a 102-year-old gem belonging to the Riboli family: San Antonio Winery. Inspired by four generations of family and patrons, the winery has become the foundation of Riboli Family Wine Estates, a global industry leader with wine production facilities across California and Italy. Creating award-winning wines for centuries takes passion, perseverance, patience, and character – everything you find in the people and history of the Riboli family.In November, Wine Enthusiast Magazine, one of the most acclaimed wine publications in the United States, named Riboli Family of San Antonio Winery, as 2018's American Winery of the Year!Visit Riboli Family profile on https://www.winesoundtrack.com/cantine/riboli

In our latest MBTB Radio podcast, we chat with Traverse Wine Coast President Paul Hamelin about the region's recent accolades from Wine Enthusiast, and discuss upcoming events, what we've been drinking and more. Intro music by bensound.com / Sound effects by freesound.org

Jordan is an ivy covered Icon. It's one of Sonoma County's most stunning wineries fashioned after a French Chateau. It stands boldly yet gracefully among the sweeping lawn, beautifully manicured trees, and recently planted cabernet sauvignon estate vineyard. Needless to say, it was a pleasure to spend a couple of hours there interviewing CEO & family member John Jordan and winemaker Rob Davis. He and I chatted for 90 minutes, way more than I could squeeze into my one hour radio show. Fortunately, a majority of the outtakes can be heard in this podcast. As you listen you'll understand the reasoning behind Wine Enthusiast Magazine choosing Jordan as American Winery of the Year in 2014. Since they produced their first vintage in 1976 their wine has lived up to the elegance of the chateau.

Meet Steve Heimoff * Steve Heimoff was born in NYC and moved to CA in the late 1970s to go to graduate school, earning an MA in Educational Technology. * After 4 years of directing a Career Planning and Placement Center at a Bay Area college, he switched direction and decided to combine two loves into a career: wine writing. * About the Wine He was successful and became one of the nation’s pre-eminent wine writers/critics/personalities. *He is the author of A Wine Journey along the Russian River and New Classic Winemakers of California: Conversations with Steve Heimoff * Steve retired in 2016 and now lives contentedly with his little dog, Gus, in the lively city of Oakland. His hobbies include weightlifting, improv, and writing his political blog, steveheimoff.com. * * Find me On Social Media Instagram https://www.instagram.com/seththewriter/ Twitter https://twitter.com/1MoreSingleton Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SethSingletonStoryteller/ #SteveHeimoff #Wine #WineWriting #Writing #BayArea #StorytellingwithSeth #Podcast #Story #Storytelling #RussianRiver #Interview --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/seth-the-storyteller/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/seth-the-storyteller/support

The Temecula Valley AVA in Southern California may be new to many of you...but not for long! This region celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2018 and was recently named one Wine Enthusiast Magazine's 10 Best Wine Destinations for 2019. It's time to get acquainted with Temecula! Show notes: http://stephaniepiche.ca/flavour2-19 YouTube: https://youtu.be/AUTi0r_aoFk For the love of food, drinks and travel, subscribe and follow us here, on the social media channels below and on all podcast players... Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/flyingforflavour/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/flyingforflavour/ Website: http://flyingforflavour.ca Twitter: @flyingflavour Stephanie: @stephaniepiche Cynthia: @cynabu Stacy: @herendofrainbow

On the In Vino Fabulum (#InVinoFab) podcast, episode no. 14 we tantalize your taste buds with a wine pairing lesson from a certified sommelier and educator, Cheryl S. Stanley. We figure out how to best differentiate wine by color, taste, and learn how she wants to being a culture of care to restaurants and the service industry with her own consulting business.Cheryl is a lecturer in food and beverage management at The Hotel School, Cornell SC Johnson College of Business. She received her Master of Science degree from Texas Tech's College of Human Sciences in Hospitality and Retail Management and her Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration. Stanley's primary area of teaching is Beverage Management within food and beverage operations. She is also founding partner in a consulting company which focuses on beverage menu development, service standards, and employee training. Her previous work experience includes managing restaurants and beverage programs for Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and independent restaurants, as well as a wine retail store in California. Stanley is a Certified Sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers, Level 3 with Honors from the Wine and Spirits Education Trust, Bar Smarts Advanced from Bar Smarts, and a Certified Specialist of Wine from the Society of Wine Educators. She is the faculty advisor for Cornell Cuvee, the blind wine tasting competition team, which has won first place at multiple international wine competitions. In 2017 she was selected as one of Wine Enthusiast Magazine's 40 under 40 Tastemakers.Website: https://sha.cornell.edu/faculty-research/faculty/css14 CU Article: Cheryl Stanley's winning Ways with wine https://sha.cornell.edu/businessfeed/2018/03/08/cheryl-stanley-winning-wine/ WineEnthusiast 40 Under 40 Tastemakers of 2017 https://www.winemag.com/40under402017/ The Court of Master Sommeliers https://www.mastersommeliers.org/ Interested in becoming a Sommelier? Here's the Introductory Course & Examination https://www.mastersommeliers.org/courses/introductory-course-examination About the Cheryl's Course: HADM: 4300: Introduction to Wines https://sha.cornell.edu/admissions-programs/undergraduate/academics/courses/course.html?ps_course_id=351839  Reflection from a student: http://blogs.cornell.edu/lauren/2014/11/16/hadm-4300-intro-to-wines/  Test your own wine knowledge with this HADM 4300 Quizlet: https://quizlet.com/127819427/hadm-4300-intro-to-wines-prelim-1-flash-cards/  Follow the HADM 4300 on their social channels: Course Twitter handle: @cuha4300 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cuha4300/   The Hotel School https://twitter.com/CornellSHA  “I hope that [my students] leave my course with just an appreciation for life and food and wine.” ~ Cheryl StanleyHow to Gain Some Knowledge on Wine for Select & Discuss Wine for a Meal:-- Wine Folly https://winefolly.com/ and blog: https://winefolly.com/blog/ -- HADM 4300 Textbook: Wines for Dummies https://www.dummies.com/food-drink/drinks/wine/ & cheat sheet  https://www.dummies.com/food-drink/drinks/wine/wine-for-dummies-cheat-sheet/-- How to Order Wine When Meeting with Business Clientshttps://www.winemag.com/2015/07/15/the-business-of-wine-pairings/ -- How to Pick Wine for a Party http://guides.wsj.com/wine/entertaining-and-celebrating-with-wine/how-to-pick-wine-for-a-party/-- The Best 5 Wine Books for Beginners https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-five-best-wine-books-for-beginners-1449168856 -- BONUS LISTEN: #InVinoFab podcast episode no. 8 to learn about the world of viticulture and enology with Dr. Justine VandenHeuvel (a.k.a. @TheGrapeProf) https://3wedu.wordpress.com/2018/06/15/invinofab-podcast-no-8-learning-about-viticulture-with-thegrapeprof/ Wine Myth Busting: Q: Price of Wine - Is More Expensive Always Better?A: No. More expensive does not mean it is always better. People can be tricked into taste. Drink what you like -- that is Cheryl's rule. Here's more about the study she mentionedWhy expensive wine appears to taste better: It's the price tag https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/08/170814092949.htmHow context alters value: The brain's valuation and affective regulation system link price cues to experienced taste pleasantness. Scientific Reports, 2017; 7 (1) DOI: 10.1038/s41598-017-08080-0BONUS READ: Cheryl's Master's Thesis: Alcoholic Beverage Costing Practicesin the Hospitality Industry from Texas Tech University [PDF] https://ttu-ir.tdl.org/ttu-ir/bitstream/handle/2346/47487/STANLEY-THESIS.pdf?sequence=2 Q: To decant or not decant wine? When and why do you decant wine?A: Yes IF:  it's a young red wine that is from a moderate to warm climate that would benefit from air in order to soften the mouth feel If the wine in unfined and unfiltered, it could have sediment if the wine is old -- it depends on the type of grape: cabernet sauvignon, nebbiolo, merlot, some syrahs, etc. or a pinot that is old might throw sediment so you can decanter to remove the bitter chunks. If the wine is young and their reds do well with decanting for air, e.g. local Cornell University alumni vineyard: Turley Wines: http://www.turleywinecellars.com/  How to Serve Wine 101: Why and When to Decant https://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/how-to-serve-wine-decanting Why and When Do We Decant Wine https://vinepair.com/wine-101/wine-decanting-guide/ Length of Time to Decant, suggestions from Wine Folly: https://winefolly.com/tutorial/how-long-to-decant-wine/ Q: Can you bring your own bottle of wine to a restaurant and just pay the corkage fee? A: It depends. Some restaurants allow this, whereas it may not be legal to bring your own alcohol due to local, state, provincial or regional laws. It's always best to ask the restaurant the following questions: (1) Do they allow corkage (if you bring your own bottle)? And (2): Are there any restrictions to corkage? Some might restrict you from bringing a bottle on the restaurant's wine list. Often you can do this in a number of wine regions and areas, but it's always good to ask when in a new area.  Some food places do this to enjoy the local wine countries, for example FLX Wienery https://flxwienery.com/ is one in IthacaSome of Cheryl's Favorites:WINE: Based on her own origins and the emotional connection, she likes California Zinfandel; 2015 "three" Zinfandel Old Vines Contra Costa County http://www.threewinecompany.com/zinfandeloldvines.html CURRENT WINE IN HAND: Cotes de Provence rosé http://www.domaine-des-tournels.com/en/cotes_de_provence/vignoble/cotes-de-provence-rose MOVIES: Sideways (2004) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0375063/ Big Night (1996) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0115678/ BOOKS: The Sign of the Grape and Eagle by Daniel Deckers http://www.frankfurt-academic-press.de/2018/04/18/daniel-deckers-the-sign-of-the-grape-and-eagle/Wine and War: The French, the Nazis and the Battle for France's Greatest Treasure https://www.amazon.com/Wine-War-Frances-Greatest-Treasure/dp/0767904486 Top Producers of Wine in the US: https://www.winesandvines.com/template.cfm?section=widc&widcDomain=wineries Core Winery http://www.corewine.com/ Finger Lakes Wine Country  http://www.fingerlakeswinecountry.com/ The Society of Wine Educators http://www.societyofwineeducators.org/ Interested in learning online about wine?eCornell Wine Course to be developed here soon: https://www.ecornell.com/ Is there something else you'd like to learn about wine? Do you have someone we should interview next for the pod? Let us know. We'd love to hear from you about whose story we should share on a future #InVinoFab episode. Send us love, suggestions, and comments to: invinofabulum@gmail.com Connect with the #InVinoFab Podcast: Hosts: Patrice (@profpatrice) & Laura (@laurapasquini); pronouns: she/her Twitter: https://twitter.com/invinofab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/invinofab/ 

As Executive Editor of Wine Enthusiast Magazine and WineMag.com, Susan Kostrzewa oversees all editorial planning content and tasting programs. She discusses the magazine's annual 100 Best Wine Restaurant list and covering the industry. Tory McPhail "commands the kitchen" as the award-winning Executive Chef at Commander's Palace in New Orleans since 2002, where dining memories are created every day. He discusses his approach to running a kitchen team and shares a few memories of Ella BrennanThis show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

This is week two of our Spanish wine series where we take a journey to learn about lesser known regions. This week we are talking about Cariñena a Spanish DOP located in the Ebro Valley in Spain’s northeast region of Aragón,   In this episode, we discuss: Cariñena scope in the wine world Cariñena's history of wine Climate and geography of Cariñena Grapes and the wine of Cariñena   Wine Recommendations El Jamon Garnacha 2015 - priced around $10.  This wine has aromas of cherry, raspberry, cranberry and a hint of oregano. It’s dry, with medium acidity and tannins and lots of red fruit flavors- cherry and strawberries with a slight savoriness This wine is juicy and fruity, very approachable, a real crowd pleaser wine Pair with pizza or pork You can purchase this wine here   La Fea Blanco 2016 - priced around $10.  This is a rare white wine from the area with light Aromas of pineapple, mango and lanolin or waxy aroma. It’s dry, light bodied with medium acidity with flavors of tropical fruits, white peach, grapefruit We thought this wine was crisp, light and refreshing. Loved those ripe tropical flavors but not a flabby wine - beautiful warm weather wine Great for pairing with light dishes - seafood, salads You can purchase this wine here   Sources Cariñena DO  Wikipedia  Cariñena, Spain’s Hottest Region! from Wine Enthusiast Magazine  Wine Region to Watch  Spanish Wine Country  Daily Seven Fifty  Wine Folly's Introduction to Soil Types 

Our guest in studio is Kyle Schachter from the Colorado Wine Industry Development Board. Kyle was featured in Wine Enthusiast Magazine as 40 Under 40 Tastemakers. And today we're tastiing Chardonnay. in this segment we start with 2015 Two Rivers Colorado Chardonnaywww.winemag.com/content/40-under-40-2017-kyle-schlachter/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our guest in studio is Kyle Schachter from the Colorado Wine Industry Development Board. Kyle was featured in Wine Enthusiast Magazine as 40 Under 40 Tastemakers. And today we're tastiing Chardonnay. in this segment we start with 2015 Two Rivers Colorado Chardonnay https://www.winemag.com/content/40-under-40-2017-kyle-schlachter/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/denverwineradio/message

Our guest in studio is Kyle Schachter from the Colorado Wine Industry Development Board. Kyle was featured in Wine Enthusiast Magazine as 40 Under 40 Tastemakers. And today we're tastiing Chardonnay. https://www.winemag.com/content/40-under-40-2017-kyle-schlachter/

In this our eighth and final episode of our third season we had the pleasure of speaking with Alisha Calvert! In our conversation we talked about: Rosé Rosé Rosé Somm Slam Wince Certification Exams Blind Tasting So much more! Alisha's Bio  Alisha Blackwell-Calvert, a St. Louis native, began working in restaurants in 2004 after studying Equestrian Science and Biology at William Woods University in Fulton, Missouri. In 2007, her passion grew for wine and food pairing while waiting tables at fine seafood restaurant Oceano Bistro in Clayton, MO. Blackwell-Calvert was inspired to continue learning and decided to pursue a career in wine sales. She began her rep career with Ionia Atlantic Imports in 2012, where Italian wine became a specialty, followed by wholesale distributor Vintegrity Wine & Spirits in 2015. It was in early 2017 when Reeds American Table approached her with a Sommelier position. Reeds American Table, where she is the current Beverage Director, has received Wine Enthusiast Magazine's award for Top 100 Wine Restaurants two years in a row, the single St. Louis restaurant listed in 2017. Feast Magazine has named her a "Raising Star" for 2018. Alisha is a Certified Sommelier and received the 2015 Walter Clore Certified Sommelier Scholarship for top score at the Kansas City exam that July. She also attained the Certified Specialist of Wine certification through the Society of Wine Educators in early 2015 with a 99% score. Blackwell-Calvert is currently preparing to sit for the French Wine Scholar and Advanced Sommelier examinations. In her free time, Alisha enjoys working with draft horses for Brookdale Farms. The Last Five Sips: If money were no object, what bottle of wine would you splurge on and why? Domaine Romanée Conti (DRC) – Pinot Noir Who would you love to share a bottle with, living or deceased? Beyoncé What are some of the things you do or read to keep up to speed on what is happening in the wine industry? Guild of Sommeliers Website What advice would you give you your 22 year old self? Follow your passion. Save Money – Invest and prepare for a better future When you finish your day and sit down with your favorite glass of wine, what is on your music playlist? Beyoncé, Nirvana, Green Day, Alicia Keys, Chris Cornell, Marilyn Manson How you can connect with Alisha on Social Media: Facebook: @exquisitevines Instagram: @exquisitevines and @reeds_stl Twitter: @exquisitevines   Resource Links: https://reedsamericantable.com/ alloywineworks.com http://www.elioperrone.it/en/bigaro.php https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/a-complete-guide-to-wine-from-the-canary-islands/ http://www.foodandwine.com/wine/champagne-sparkling-wine/englands-sparkling-wines-rival-champagne http://beacontavern.com/events/sommslam https://www.guildsomm.com/ http://www.romanee-conti.com/#/Accueil https://www.beyonce.com/

Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen are award-winning journalists known as the World Wine Guys, whose articles on wine and travel appear in Wine Enthusiast Magazine. They are co-authors with Kevin Zraly of Red Wine. Other books include Wines of California and Wines of the Southern Hemisphere. Daniel Johnnes is Wine Director for Daniel Boulud's Dinex Group of restaurants and a founder of Le Paulée, a celebration of Burgundy, and La Fete du Champagne. He's recipient of 2 James Beard Foundation Awards.

Get the featured cocktail recipe: Always A Lady On this episode of the Designated Drinker Show, we chat with Charlotte Voisey about living and breathing the hospitality life for more than a decade. Originally starting out as a bartender, this British native quickly climbed the ladder where she eventually became the Director of Brand Advocacy and Mixologist for William Grant & Sons where she looks after the spirits and the brand ambassador team. She's a two times Golden Spirit Award winner at Tales of the Cocktail, host of The Proper Pour with Charlotte Voisey, was named  Mixologist of the Year for Wine Enthusiast Magazine, and was recognized by the James Beard foundation. Don't forget to subscribe!

Ms. Theodora Lee, a partner and trial lawyer at Littler is the founder and owner of Theopolis Vineyards. Her passion for wine began upon her arrival to San Francisco from Texas in 1987, primarily due to the influence of her law firm mentors, many of whom owned vineyards. This led Ms. Lee to take several viticulture classes at UC Davis, before deciding to develop her own vineyard. In 2001, Ms. Lee purchased sheep land in the Yorkville Highlands of Anderson Valley, and began developing her vineyard. Finally, in 2003, Ms. Lee planted her vineyard, and adopted her Greek name, from pledging Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, and established Theopolis Vineyards. In the wine world, Ms. Lee is known as Theo-patra, Queen of the Vineyards. Wine Critic Robert Parker bestowed upon wine made from grapes harvested from Theopolis Vineyards a stellar rating of 94-96 points, a spectacular showing for the vintner's first harvest in 2006. Emboldened by the great fruit produced by the land, Ms. Lee, a bold and dynamic Texan, decided to bottle her own wines in 2014. In addition to bottling the richly intense and flavorful Petite Sirah, Theopolis Vineyards strikes a lighter note by bottling a Symphony, a white wine grape, which is a crossing of Muscat and Grenache Gris. Ms. Lee also bottles the unique Rosé of Petite Sirah, an Anderson Valley Pinot Noir, and a Yorkville Highland Pinot Noir. The Sunset Magazine International Wine Competition has consistently given the Estate Grown Theopolis Vineyards Petite Sirah stellar Gold Medals. The 2012 Theopolis Vineyards Estate Grown Petite Sirah won a stellar Gold Medal at the 2015 Competition, and the 2013 Theopolis Vineyards Estate Grown Petite Sirah won a stellar Gold Medals at the 2016 Competition.  The 2016 San Francisco Chronicle International Wine Competition has bestowed on the 2014 Estate Grown Theopolis Vineyards Rosé of Petite Sirah a stellar Double Gold Medal. The 2013 Theopolis Vineyards Estate Grown Petite Sirah recently won a Double Gold Medal and 95 points at the 2016 San Francisco International Wine Competition, which is considered to be one of the most influential wine competitions in the world. The September 2016 Issue of Somm Journal listed the 2013 Theopolis Vineyards Estate Grown Petite Sirah as Best in Class, meaning it is considered the best Petite Sirah in the world. The other wines from Theopolis Vineyards including the 2014 Symphony and the 2014 Pinot Noir have won either silver and/or bronze medals at the San Francisco Chronicle International Wine Competition, the Sunset Magazine International Wine Competition or the San Francisco International Wine Competition. Wine Enthusiast Magazine has bestowed on wines from Theopolis Vineyards 90 plus Points, and those wines are featured in the March 2017 Issue of that magazine. In addition to practicing law and making wine, Ms. Lee serves as Co-Chair of the Board Development Committee for the Board of Directors of the YMCA of San Francisco and a Member of the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors of the Bay Area Legal Aid. She is the Past President of Bay Area Black United Fund and the Alameda County Community Food Bank, and Past Vice President of the United Negro College Fund San Francisco Advisory Board. Ms. Lee is a graduate of Spelman College and the University Of Texas School Of Law. Prior to entering the practice of law, Ms. Lee worked as a Senate intern in Washington, D.C., for Senator Sam Nunn. For More Information: http://theopolisvineyards.com/ Instagram:@theopolisvineyards Facebook:Theopatra Lee Twitter: @TheopolisV    

This week on an all new episode of Snacky Tunes, hosts Greg and Darin Bresnitz are joined by Jameson Fink, the Senior Digital Editor of Wine Enthusiast Magazine. A two-time SAVEUR Blog Award finalist, Fink launched his wine blog and began a career in retail wine in 2004. Fink has been a wine editor at Foodista, Grape Collective, and MSN.com. In the second half of the show, we feature a live in-studio performance by Diane Birch, whose latest album is the self-produced Nous. Written and recorded mostly in Berlin, Nous draws on musical influences as varied and rich as Birch’s own international upbringing—from her childhood as a preacher’s daughter in Zimbabwe and South Africa, to her wedding dress and black-lipstick days as a Goth teen in Portland, to her late teens in L.A. where she paid her musical dues playing piano and singing covers in fancy hotels.

On this episode, Dr.G is joined by Brian Roeder – a real estate developer now turned winery entrepreneur who dropped everything to follow his passion. Located In the scenic hills of Virginia wine country, he is the co-founder of Barrel Oak Winery – commonly referred to as BOW for its dog-friendly environment. If you are anything like me, in our heads, we all have a pre-conceived notion of what a winery experience is like. Brian has challenged every assumption of that experience by reinventing the model to be centered around his living room experience, and less about stiff traditions and rituals. In this episode, Brian shares with us both the ups and downs of his rollercoaster ride in pursuit of his dream, how he reimagined the winery experience using a hospitality model centered around community and conversation, and key lessons he learned along the way that has helped him shaped his career. All this and more on today’s episode. Now, That’s Unusual. Visit www.thatsunusualpodcast.com About Brian Roeder Brian Roeder is a real estate developer turned winery entrepreneur who dropped everything in 2006 to co-found Barrel Oak Winery in the scenic hills of Virginia Wine Country. Barrel Oak, commonly referred to as BOW for its dog-friendly environment, uses a hospitality model that centers around a ‘living room’ experience and seeks to create conversation and community. Voted Most Family Friendly Winery by Wine Enthusiast Magazine in 2012, Barrel Oak re imagines the winery experience, bucking tradition and challenging assumptions regarding what it means to visit a winery. Key Interview Takeaways Progress often requires that we challenge social norms. BOW’s success has much to do with its disruptive business model which embraces family and encourages customer interaction, rather than replicating the traditional chateau experience. Despite pushback from the industry, Roeder stands behind this innovative model that empowers its patrons with “great wine and a great experience.” Avoid self-definition. Extraordinary things happen when you let go of self-imposed restrictions of what you can and cannot do. By continually revisiting the purpose of the business, Roeder realized that BOW was not just a winery, but a hospitality brand. This allowed for the expansion of Barrel Oak to include a brewery. Consider the ‘third space’ concept. After home and work comes the ‘third space,’ a place where you choose to be. The atmosphere at BOW allows for its customers to initiate conversation and create a community. Listen to your customers! Rather than asking its patrons to fit into conventional wine culture, Barrel Oak welcomes kids and pets, and Roeder’s team added the brewery in response to customer feedback. You can learn a lot about yourself when your back is against the wall. Faced with a small group of wealthy influentials who maintained a zero growth position for the community and passed an ordinance that would have put BOW out of business, Roeder learned what he was capable of. In danger of losing everything, he sued the county and discovered both positive and negative aspects of that relentless fighting spirit. Adopt a sense of deep gratitude and humility. When you have reached a certain level of success and people appreciate what you have created, it’s time to give back to the community. Roeder works with a local Chamber of Commerce to help other small and startup businesses. “Words have meaning and meanings have consequences, so words have consequences.” Connect with Brian Roeder Website Email: brian@barreloak.com Phone (703)798-8308 References Aaron Sorkin’s Commencement Address To subscribe to the podcast, please use the links below Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes Click here to Subscribe via Stitcher (Android users) If you like the show, please consider leaving the show a review in iTunes or Stitcher. A couple minutes of your time can help the show immensely! Thanks!

This week on Snacky Tunes, Darin and Greg Bresnitz are back in the studio to interview Jameson Fink and Nils Bernstein of Wine Enthusiast Magazine the world’s largest periodical for wine and spirits. Fink is a two-time SAVEUR Blog Award finalist, and Bernstein has authored culinary content for Bon Appetit, Men’s Journal, New York Times, Hemispheres, and Kinfolk, among others. After the break, a live in-studio performance by Starchild & The New Romantic. Bryndon Cook, who records as Starchild, describes his music as “Champion Music for the Heartbroken.” Drawing equally on electro and R&B, with silky sheets of synth cascading over rubbery bass lines, each song spikes lithe vocal melodies with an undeniable twinge of sadness.

Meet Madeline Puckette, founder of WineFolly.com and Wine Enthusiast Magazine's 2015 Top 40 Under 40 "Taste Maker" from Seattle.

Guy Savoy of Guy Savoy Restaurant at Caesars Palace Las Vegas, NV and Matt Kettmann, Contributing Editor of Wine Enthusiast Magazine.

Susan Kostrzewa is the Executive Editor of Wine Enthusiast Magazine.

Working in the wine business, as well as writing about wine, means tasting a lot of wines. I welcome Sean Sullivan, creator of Washington Wine Report as well as a Contributing Editor to Wine Enthusiast Magazine, to talk about how not to be overwhelmed when tasting wine. We also chat about the the identity of Washington wine, and I … Read more about this episode...