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Interpreting Wine Podcast

Lawrence Francis' Interpreting Wine podcast

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The place to learn from thought leaders in the world of wine and marketing. - Learn more about how I help wine brands to market themselves better online at www.interpretingwine.com/brochure
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An Englishman in California soaking up the sun, I am a WSET Diploma graduate and Certified WSET Educator. I blog about wine, teach it at all levels, and drink plenty of it. Follow me on twitter @mattswineworld or check out my website: matthewsworldofwineanddrink.com
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A wine podcast bringing the joys of wine to wherever you are in the world. This is the place for fun, casual wine conversations, with tips, wine facts and wine tasting to inspire your next bottle of wine or vineyard visit. Listen to Winemakers, Sommeliers and Master of Wines who share their extensive knowledge, talking about wine regions and their terroir, their favourite wine pairings and winemaking techniques. This podcast is ideal for anyone starting their wine journey and studying WSET l ...
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Lean Whiskey

Mark Graban & Jamie Flinchbaugh

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Mark Graban and Jamie Flinchbaugh are two guys with a lot in common: Lean, writing books, speaking, consulting… and a love of good whiskey. Like the Car Talk guys, they both went to MIT… but Lean isn’t rocket science. Let’s hope they can hold their liquor because they’re not holding back on sharing their opinions… it’s time for Lean Whiskey… Lean talk with a fun spirit! Mark is certified, with distinction, through the WSET Level 2 Spirits certification. Mark Graban: http://markgraban.com/ Ja ...
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Let's talk about what we drink! Laugh and learn about alcohol in a casual conversation with Michelle, WSET Advance certified, and friends who want to learn about their favorite drink. New episodes uploaded every two weeks on Tuesdays. Proud affiliate of the PolyMedia Network! Check out www.polymedianetwork.com for more fun podcasts!
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Dedicated solely to the culture, craft and people of the emerging American Single Malt Whisky tradition. Spirits, distilleries, distillers, legislation - all things relevant to the matters of American Single Malt Whisky. Hosted by Maltster, WSET-2 and whisky student Matt Drew.
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The Somm & The Yoga Mom are all about taking the fear out of wine & wine education. Pop in the earbuds, Pour yourself a glass & let's Drink Something AMAZING! (Originally "SOMM-Thing To Drink About", we rebranded to focus on what we are all really looking for: Amazing wines that we can feel good about drinking with confidence!)
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Vigneto is a podcast led by Susannah Gold, WSET Diploma Level 4, AIS- Milano, IWS, FWS, SWS, CSW, owner of Vigneto Communications. The podcast will have different series and for the next 5 weeks I will be discussing the big topic of sustainability at companies and corporations in various industries. Join us Fridays wherever you get your podcasts
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Wine Enthusiast Podcast

Wine Enthusiast Magazine

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The Wine Enthusiast Podcast takes you on a tantalizing trip into the world of wine, beer and spirits. Drink up engaging, behind-the-scenes stories reported and recorded by Wine Enthusiast’s editors. In each episode, we explore emerging trends, provide educational tidbits, and introduce you to the passionate people who craft, shake, ferment, and pour their beverage of choice. Inside every bottle is a story.
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This is my podcast. I have worked in brands like The Ritz-Carlton, Rosewood, Kempinski and 2 Michelin stars restaurantes in 8 countries. I am currently doing the level 4 of WSET in London and own a small business downtown Porto where I do proper wine tasting experiences. People learn here. I also own a small vineyard producing weird Alvarinhos, and traveled to 22 countries. This might be about wine, hospitality or whatever comes up in my minds. Hope you find it useful somehow. I do believe t ...
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I'm a 20+ year veteran in the wine and spirits industry who loves innovation. I'm interviewing those who are creating it from agriculture to glass. We will deep dive into their journey and provide insights to help yours. We will discuss their major industry pain points and outlook for the future. If my guest has an item to drink or eat we will try it throughout the podcast. Come on the journey with us! Now On YouTube!! https://www.youtube.com/@ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST
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This podcast is for all types of wine lovers. It features informal conversations with wine makers, wine bar owners, importers, sommeliers; you name it. Hosted by a former radio journalist turned wine nerd, who has been blogging at State of the Vine for the last few years. Lauren has her WSET Level 2 certification, but the most important thing is she's curious and loves to make wine fun for people to learn about, while learning herself! Grab a glass of your favorite wine and join her to learn ...
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The Wine Pro & The Wino

Brielle & Michelle

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The Wine Pro & The Wino is hosted by Brielle Buckler and Michelle Matos, a duo of wine enthusiasts who are on completely opposite ends of the spectrum when it comes to wine knowledge. Brielle, our Wine Pro, is a wine educator who's quick with a wine pun and loves a big ol' glass of White Pinot Noir (yes, that's a thing!) Michelle, the Wino, is your everyday wine lover who knows the difference between red & white wine ;) , and can't wait to open up a bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon after a long ...
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Decanted Wine Podcast

Dave Adams and Sandra Everingham, WSET level 2 graduates

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Join wannabe-wine-snobs Sandi and Dave for fun, light-hearted yet informative discussions about wine tasting, wine travel, wine education, winemakers and wine events! Broadcasting from the second largest wine producer in the United States, Washington State (and beyond)! Then go deep into the world of wine with in-depth storytelling and interview segments with wine industry professionals. Let's Decant this!
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The Color Room is an African inspired drink and food pairing podcast where we have Wine and Rum from Africa paired with Modern African food to inspire you to sit down eat and drink with us. We will also talk about the news of the day, from sport to lifestyle. The Colour Room is the modern take on the world. Our host Amit has certificates in Wine with a W.S.E.T Advance as well as working in fine wine stores such as Harrods and Selfridges and a Youtube channel Called Wine Jam. Victor is an ent ...
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Thirsty Thursdays @3PM EST! My name is Jessie Ott, the Host of this Podcast which is all about Beverage Innovation. I talk with Innovation Pioneers from Agriculture to Glass. This week, I’m speaking with Chris Scott, Co-Owner of ThirtyFifty with his wife Jane Scott. They started their wine 🍷venture in 2002 in Lond…
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In this podcast episode, Wine Enthusiast’s Chief Education Officer Marshall Tilden III sat down with the Global Business Development Director and Executive Director of the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET for short) of the Americas, Dave Rudman to get the skinny on the current happenings. We learned a lot about the evolving education landscape…
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To download the transcript CLICK HERE Welcome back wine friends! Today, we're diving into La Place de Bordeaux, exploring its historic significance and the diverse wines it now includes, such as Opus One, Almaviva, and Seña. This episode perfectly follows my Bordeaux discussions with Jane Anson in episodes 182 about En Primeur wine futures and 183 …
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Author and podcaster Natalie MacLean gives a thirty-minute overview of Ontario wines: climate, Ice Wine, Riesling, Vidal, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, sparkling wine. A must for any student wanting to more about Canadian wine and Ontario (the largest region) specifically.visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/ for more on Canadian wine…
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Luke Whittall is the author of The Sipster's Pocket Guide which is an annual overview of the best wines made in British Columbia. This interview with Luke is a great insight into and overview of British Columbia wines, which are getting more and more interesting. Learn about the regions—especially Okanagan Valley—the climate, the grape varieties, a…
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To download the transcript CLICK HERE Several weeks ago, I returned from an eye-opening wine field trip with the Old Vine Conference. This was my second time having the incredible opportunity to geek out and delve deeply into the fascinating world of vine soil, exploring the profound intrinsic link between wines and humanity. If you missed that fir…
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I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to back the DOP Cebreros Series. Specially commissioned by for your listening pleasure by DOP Cebreros. Today we close out the series in what I think is the most logical of places, in the vineyads. This landmark episode serves as a virtual tour of three representative zones of the Sierr…
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Send us a Text Message. Thirsty Thursdays @3PM EST Now on YouTube!📽 Subscribe and Watch Here!😁💃 https://youtu.be/0JdEjlBzeUY 📢I talk🎙️with Peter Iglesias, CEO, and Scott Savage, COO of Bespoken Spirits, a portfolio of brands made from the latest technology in aging and creating new flavors. 🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏😋 🥂 😁 These two are the perfect match for this ve…
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We continue the DOP Cebreros series today with coverage of Conectando Gredos 2024 (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:03:25) Daniel Ramos - Bodegas Daniel Ramos (00:12:17) Barbara Requejo - Las Pedreras (00:19:45) Ariana Rolich - AR Wine (00:31:11) Doreen Auerbach - Vino y se quedó (00:39:35) Agustín Trapero - Sommelier (00:45:27) León Benazerraf and Bego…
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To download the transcript CLICK HERE Hello wine friends, and welcome back to park two on Bordeaux, lead by my knowledgeable guest Jane Anson, a renowned wine writer and journalist known for her expertise in Bordeaux wines. Jane has authored several comprehensive books, and if you haven't picked up 'Inside Bordeaux' yet, it’s the ultimate guide you…
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We continue the PEER 2 PEER series today in the company of Alex Taylor of The Online Tasting Company. In what is a fantastic deep dive into an entrepreneurial journey that began in early 2020. (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:30) Alex Taylor Origin Story (00:03:10) Discuss the problem they solve (00:06:05) Sulphites deep dive (00:13:30) The discover…
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Send us a Text Message. Thirsty Thursdays @3PM EST Now on YouTube!📽 Subscribe and Watch Here!😁💃 https://youtu.be/0JdEjlBzeUY 📢I talk🎙️with Susan Coss, Founder of Mezcalistas and North of the Border Adventures. Mezcalistas started as a blog and has become their media arm and number one resource for info on the world of mezcal and the expanding world…
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Two years into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, nightlife goes on. Investigative reporter Adam Robb has been traveling into the country to talk to locals and document everyday life for everyday citizens who have been living amongst the backdrop of war. Along the way, he learned how living amongst drone and missile attacks, drafts and daily deaths and …
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To download the transcript CLICK HERE Hello wine friends, and welcome to an exciting episode on Bordeaux! Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Jane Anson, a renowned wine writer and journalist known for her expertise in Bordeaux wines. Jane has authored several comprehensive books, and if you haven't picked up 'Inside Bordeaux' yet, it’s the ulti…
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Send us a Text Message. Thirsty Thursdays @3PM EST Now on YouTube!📽 Subscribe and Watch Here!😁💃 https://youtu.be/0JdEjlBzeUY 📢I talk🎙️with Frank Klein, CEO & Founder of Post Road Hospitality started in June 2023, which is a hospitality management firm and the parent company for a growing list of high-quality restaurant and beverage brands. These br…
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To download the transcript CLICK HERE Welcome back to part two with Anne McHale, Master of Wine. In this episode, we shift our focus from Alsace to the Douro region in Portugal. Anne shares her memorable experience of treading grapes in the Douro, highlighting the historical significance of traditional foot treading in port wine production and comp…
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Send us a Text Message. Thirsty Thursdays @3PM EST Now on YouTube!📽 Subscribe and Watch Here!😁💃 https://youtu.be/0JdEjlBzeUY 📢I talk🎙️with Nicolas Guillant, a Frenchman who spent his first 5 years in Cameroon, Africa, and grew up in Paris, France. I met Nicolas working together at Remy Cointreau, my first job in the beverage industry and his second…
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In this episode, natural wine importer Jenny Lefcourt shares her response to the USDA's new regulations on organic agricultural products and what it may mean for the wine industry moving forward. With many leaders in the space left in limbo, we can't help but ask: How have these changes impacted producers small and large? What does this mean for th…
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To download the transcript CLICK HERE Hello, wine friends! In this episode, we journey into the Alsace wine region with the brilliant Anne Mchale, Master of Wine, and independent wine consultant and educator based in London. Anne's expertise spans across wine list design, corporate and private tastings, and innovative educational programs like her …
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Send us a Text Message. Thirsty Thursdays @3PM EST Now on YouTube!📽 Subscribe and Watch Here!😁💃 📢I talk🎙️with Sarah Feeney, Partner and Brand Developer, Kevin Beyer, Partner and Director of Marketing, and Founder and CEO Larry McGearty who soft-launched Sweet Gwendoline French Gin🍸in NYC in November 2021.🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏😋 🥂 😁 The Brand - $39.99 Sweet Gwen…
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We kick things off this series today in the company of Jenni Davis of Grape Nights. In today’s conversation we focus on her journey of planting a small vineyard. And the challenges she and her husband have overcome to this point. (00:00:08) Episode intro Jenni Davis Origin Story Starting the Wine Journey Pre-prepping Prepping the land Planting Grap…
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o download the transcript CLICK HERE Welcome back to part 2 where we continue our discussion with Marc Hochar from the iconic Chateau Musar. In this episode, we shift our focus to the intriguing world of Chateau Musar's white wines. Marc enlightens us on the ancient grape varieties, Obaideh and Merwah, which form the backbone of these exceptional w…
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In Episode 46, Mark Graban and Jamie Flinchbaugh spend a lot of time talking about AI, but that still, as always, begins with the whiskey. Episode page We both asked ChatGPT to consider all our ingredients for making a whiskey-based cocktail, and to invent an original recipe. Jamie's is called The Bourbon Harmony, although there was a lot in there …
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(00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:50) Hannah Tovey - Event Director (00:02:50) Reflections on London Wine Fair 2023 (00:06:50) New and returning exhibitors at LWF 2024 (00:12:30) Interpreting Wine reflections on exhibitors from New York, Serbia and Georgia (00:14:28) London Wine Fair Pop ups - including New Zealand, South Africa and Georgia (00:17:08…
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Send us a Text Message. Thirsty Thursdays @3PM EST Now on YouTube!📽 Subscribe and Watch Here!😁💃 📢I talk🎙️with Pável Martínez, Sommelier 🍷 at Hotel La Casa de la Playa by Grupo Xcaret in Playa del Carmen.🍷 . 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏😋 🥂 Pável has been in the restaurant 🍽️ business his whole career starting out as a Restaurant Supervisor at Rosewood Hotels & Resorts i…
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With so much tequila being poured—and so much potential profit on the table—the debate around how tequila is made and marketed has never been more pointed. We caught up with spirits reviewer Kara Newman about the ongoing raid and why additives in tequila are so divisive in the first place. Listen as Newman goes deep on additive use in tequila, how …
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To download the transcript CLICK HERE Welcome back! On today's episode, Join us as we venture into the saga of perseverance in winemaking, set against the tumultuous backdrop of 15/16 years of civil unrest. We uncover the fascinating narrative behind Chateau Musar, the revered wine of the Middle East. Our esteemed guest, Marc Hochar, from the famil…
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I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to a special episode featuring Milos Panjkovic of Serbian Winery Vinarija Panjkovic. This episode has been specially commissioned for your listening pleasure by Vinarija Panjkovic. An episode which weaves together Interpreting Wine’s six wine stories, people, culture, geography, geology…
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Send us a Text Message. Thirsty Thursdays @3PM EST Now on YouTube!📽 Subscribe and Watch Here!😁💃 📢I talk🎙️with Yanick Arakelov Co-Owner of Silk Road Wines 🍷 and Keaton Maddox, Director of Communications! They stop by and discuss Silk Road WInes and Yanick's journey from being born in the country of Georgia to opening Silk Road Wines in Orlando, FL. …
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I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine. Today we feature the first talk at the recent Real Wine Fair 2024. The mighty topic A Question of Taste. Featuring author Alice Feiring and Doug Wregg of Les Caves de Pyrene – hosted by Christina Pickard of Wine Enthusiast. I love being able to share this talk with those of you who couldn’t make it t…
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To download the transcript CLICK HERE In this really fun episode (or at least it was for me to record) we are going to dig deeper into the rich tapestry of Spain's indigenous white grape varieties. After a request for an episode on the white grapes of Spain, followed by Decanter magazine's February edition, spotlighting Spain's vibrant wine scene, …
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I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine. Today we look ahead to Festival Naturalista 2024 in the company of organiser Nadja Miklusicak. This year’s edition takes place on Saturday 1 June 2024. *Tickets are now on sale at www.naturalista.sk Nadja and husband Andrej have made wine in Svaty Jur, Slovakia since 2018 under the brand Naboso. And …
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Send us a Text Message. This week is all about agave spirits from Mexico in honor of Cinco de Mayo! 📢I talk🎙️with Shad Kvetko Co-Owner of Las Almas Rotas, which in the beginning, started with mezcal enthusiasts in the friend circle. 🎇 🎉 🍸✨ 👏 This conversation is about the love for agave spirits and how their amazing margarita (and cocktails because…
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I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Sierra de Gredos Series. Produced in collaboration with DOP Cebreros. Today’s episode features two pioneers of garnacha production in the region, Daniel Ramos of bodega Daniel Ramos. And Dani Landi of Comando G. Conectando Gredos 2024 wine fair takes place in Avila, Spain on Sund…
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Anna-Christina Cabrales, Tasting Director at Wine Enthusiast, delves into the world of sobriety in the wine industry with guest Abe Zarate, known as @sober_somm on Instagram. Together, they examine sobriety and explore the idea of enjoying wine culture while abstaining from alcohol, emphasizing that being “sober” can mean different things for diffe…
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To download the transcript CLICK HERE In part two of our discussion on regenerative viticulture, we're joined by a special guest, Wendy Outhwaite, co-founder of Ambriel nestled in the picturesque West Sussex countryside of England. Wendy, who transitioned from a career as a barrister to cultivating vineyards alongside her husband Charles, shares he…
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Send us a Text Message. Thirsty Thursdays @3PM EST on 📽 YouTube! Subscribe and Watch Here! 😁💃https://www.youtube.com/ @ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST 📢I talk🎙️with Brian Rosen, Chairman of Growth Beverage which owns 4 entities helping innovative brands accelerate through funding, incubation, and points of distribution in 6 states. 🎇 🎉 🍸✨ 👏 Brian’s father…
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To download the transcript CLICK HERE In todays’ episode, join me as I chat with Justin Howard-Sneyd, a distinguished Master of Wine, wine consultant, and owner of the Domaine of the Bee winery in Roussillon. More importantly, Justin is a trustee of the Regenerative Viticulture Foundation, where he's been leading two-day courses in regenerative vit…
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Send us a Text Message. Thirsty Thursdays @3PM EST Now on YouTube!📽 Subscribe and Watch Here!😁💃 📢I talk🎙️with Yanick Arakelov Co-Owner of Silk Road Wines and Keaton Maddox, Director of Communications! They stop by and discuss Silk Road WInes and Yanick's journey from being born in the country of Georgia to opening Silk Road Wines in Orlando, FL. 🎇 …
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What is a private label, exactly? Think Costco’s Kirkland; Trader Joe’s Charles Shaw, or Two-Buck Chuck; or Target’s California Roots. Sometimes these private labels are easy to pick out, while other times they hide in plain sight. In this episode, Alison Crowe, vice president of winemaking for Plata Wine Partners, a leading private-label producer …
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To download the transcript CLICK HERE Welcome back to part two with Beatrice Bessi, our dedicated head sommelier. Beatrice's passion for wine shines through in every word, making her journey a delight to follow. In this episode, we delve into her experience with the Court of Master Sommelier exams, her recent Australian adventures, and her fascinat…
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To download the transcript CLICK HERE On today’s episode join us as we sit down with Beatrice Bessi, an accomplished CMS advanced sommelier and head sommelier at London's prestigious Chiltern Firehouse. With two decades of hospitality expertise and accolades including the International Wine and Spirits Competition's Emerging Talent in Wine Hospital…
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Episode page In Episode 45, Jamie Flinchbaugh and Mark Graban join the Just-in-Time Cafe team of Elisabeth Swan and Tracy O’Rourke as a special nod to their 100th Episode, while also having a chance to toast Mark’s accomplishment of 250 episodes of My Favorite Mistake podcast and 500 episodes of the Lean Blog Podcast. This episode blended the two f…
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20 years after the release of the award-winning book, Sideaways, author Rex Pickett reflects on its film adaptation and poignant statement against Merlot producers. Like Miles Raymond, the main character in the book and film, Pickett was an unpublished author living in L.A. and a devoted disciple of Pinot (which he spent hours talking about with Ri…
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To download the transcript CLICK HERE Welcome back! Today we journey into the Southern Rhône Valley to explore one specific cru that deserves your attention: Lirac. Join us as we uncover the hidden gems beyond the typical Côtes du Rhône, discovering the value and sustainability behind these well-priced wines. Our guest, Rodolphe de Pins, winemaker …
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Send us a Text Message. Thirsty Thursdays @3PM EST on YouTube! Subscribe and Watch Here! 📽 Now on YouTube! 😁💃https://youtu.be/H0VYRwUPItE 📢I talk🎙️with Rick Hewitt Founder & CEO at Unicorn Distillery! They make a vodka and a tequila with butterfly pea flowers, which when poured is a deep beautiful purple color. When mixed in cocktails with various …
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To download the transcript CLICK HERE In part 2 of this episode, we're diving deep into the world of drinks writing, specifically exploring Rob's experiences as a drinks writer for the Metro. Ever wondered what it's like to have that coveted gig? Well, wonder no more as Rob spills the beans. But that's not all – alongside sharing some of his latest…
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Find out what happens when two wine drinkers with different levels of experience start getting real about wine storage. Discoveries include, but are not limited to: the most expensive custom wine cellar requests, what someone's wine storage says about them and the hardcore facts one needs to know before making any storage solution purchase. Starrin…
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