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videoWhat Does A Sommelier Actually Do?
The sommelier is one of the most well-known jobs in the wine industry, but most people don't actually know what they do. If you've ever wondered what happens when that wine professional approaches your table at a restaurant, or how someone becomes a sommelier, this guide is for you. What Is A Sommelier? In a nutshell, a sommelier is a wine waiter. They're the person who helps you navigate the wine list, recommends wines based on your preferences and food, and makes sure your glass stays full throughout your meal. What They Actually Do: ✓ Help you find wines that suit your taste, budget, and meal ✓ Present and serve wine properly ✓ Check wines for faults (cork taint, volatile acidity, brett, mousiness) ✓ Create and manage the restaurant's wine list ✓ Meet with wine sales reps and taste new releases ✓ Do stock takes and place wine orders ✓ Work with chefs to create wine pairings for set menus ✓ Ensure every customer's wine experience is excellent Important: The Tasting Ritual When a
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So Every Spirit Wants to Be Bourbon Now?
It’s the early 1970s and America’s bourbon industry is tanking. After hitting an all-time high in cases sold, the industry is at the start of a free fall that will last well into the ‘90s. It’s suddenly seen as your old man’s spirit, stuffy and way too robust in flavor, especially compared to the light, “clean” spirits now taking America by storm: blended Scotch, tequila, rum, and, most notably, vodka. The article So Every Spirit Wants to Be Bourbon Now? appeared first on VinePair .
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Best of Cork Talk: Spotted Lanternfly – A Vineyard Threat
It’s another Best of Cork Talk episode, this time we revisit our conversation with Amy Michael, the Entomological Programs Manager with the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services. The Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) is spreading here in North Carolina and across the Southeast. Stick around for the end of the episode where Amy givesContinue reading →
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The U.S. Winner of the Rémy Martin Sidecar Cocktail Competition Has Been Crowned
For the U.S. Rémy Martin Sidecar competition semi-finalists, Dec. 6, 2022, marked a momentous occasion. In partnership with VinePair, the finalists gathered at FREEHOLD in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, to shake or stir their Sidecar riffs for a panel of judges and the chance to win a trip to Cognac, France, to compete in the final round of the international competition. Spirits were high as each bartender — Adam Fournier, Christina Mercado, Dani Sanders, Gaby Holzer, George Kaiho, and Marco Pastanella — crafted their unique cocktails for guests. The article The U.S. Winner of the Rémy Martin Sidecar Cocktail Competition Has Been Crowned appeared first on VinePair .
podcast· 1h 07m· S8E1Does France still matter: The Judgement of Paris at 50 (S8 E1)
Fifty years after the Judgment of Paris, is the wine world ready for another revolution? The panel dishes on world class Oregon Chardonnay, the chef dishes up buttery roasted oyster with hijiki seaweed, and we get into the growing movement for "Honest Wine" and label transparency, and why, despite the buzz, non-alcoholic wine stills falls short. Season 8, Episode 1 of The Real Wine Show opens by thanking sponsor The Gabriel Group ( www.gabrielgrp.com ), a Midwest hospitality equipment supplier with showrooms and test kitchens. The panel introduces Rebecca Waldron (Bush’s beer/wine/spirits buyer and Michigan Craft Beverage Council member), Dr. Matthew Horkey (wine writer and YouTuber), and Domenico “Mimmo” Musumeci (West Michigan farmer-winemaker behind wine projects including Wine Pirati, emphasizing transparency and ingredient labeling). They debate whether the old world–new world rivalry still matters ahead of the Judgment of Paris 50th anniversary, discuss sommelier culture and blin
videoI Gave the “Most Overrated Wine” a Second Chance…
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videoWine Collecting: TOP 25 WINES of 2025!
John Jackson, DipWSET a/k/a Attorney Somm reveals wines 11-25 of his top 25 wines wines for 2025. In addition to identifying the top wines, Attorney Somm provides tasting notes and insights regarding each of these wines that will be useful for wine collectors and those contemplating buying these wines. Watch this video to learn more about Scarecrow: https://youtu.be/iVmDNFPNpAM WINE COLLECTOR RESOURCES & CELLAR TOOLS Books and wine accessories I use in my own cellar! https://www.amazon.com/shop/attorneysomm/list/1GLUC7P0E9B1B?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d&ccs_id=54d8201f-aae9-4fea-95c4-2df03cc9acd3 MY FAVORITE FLASH SITE - Sign up to receive $10 off your first order! https://lastbottlewines.com?referral_code=OTQ0MzE5NjkyODI4NA SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE WINE VIDEOS https://www.youtube.com/c/AttorneySomm LET'S CONNECT Instagram: instagram.com/attorneysomm Twitter: http://twitter.com/attorneysomm LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/johnm-jackson DISCLOSURE Some of the links above are
videoThe Underappreciated Role of Smell in Food and Wine #substack #shorts
This is a clip from https://benfrankswine.substack.com/p/1-flavour-with-ben-ebbrell-sorted?utm_source=youtube_shorts See the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jy3TRgZPNoA #shorts #substack
fromBen Franks Wine- podcast· 1h 27m· Ep 874
Thibaud Mandet: Oral History Interview
This interview is with Thibaud Mandet of Clos Griotte. In this interview, Thibaud speaks about growing up in France and pursuing an interest in science, before discovering that putting his scientific knowledge toward wine was even more interesting. He then talks about his education and internships, followed by his arrival in the United States. He discusses meeting with the owners and team at WillaKenzie Estate in Yamhill for the first time, starting work there as an enologist, and eventually being the head winemaker. He then talks about leaving to start his own brand, Clos Griotte, and how that has gone so far. This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Clos Griotte in Amity on March 4, 2026.
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What to Expect at a Wine Tasting: A Refined Experience with Handwritten Wines
The post What to Expect at a Wine Tasting: A Refined Experience with Handwritten Wines appeared first on Handwritten Wines .
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Champagne M.Hostomme: A Century of Grand Cru Heritage in Chouilly - An interview with Laurent Hostomme
Rooted in Chouilly, the Hostomme family has been shaping wine for nearly a century, from its beginnings in polyculture and post-phylloxera recovery, to its reputation today as a producer unafraid to experiment with forgotten grapes, unconventional élevage, and even sea-aging. At the helm is Laurent Hostomme, the fourth generation to steward the family name. For him, Champagne is not only an inheritance but a living philosophy, grounded in respect, generosity, and continuity.
videoIt’s Not What You Think!? (5 Surprising Facts about Spanish Wine)
Today Julien discusses how thinking of Spanish wine often means Rioja and heavy oak, but the reality is much broader. Surprisingly, Spain boasts the largest vineyard area globally, despite typically being the third-largest producer by volume. While Tempranillo is the dominant red grape, the country cultivates over 400 native varieties, including key reds like Garnacha and whites like Albariño and Verdejo. ____________ BECOME A WINE EXPLORER! Want to Taste Rare, Small Batch Wines from Argentina & Around the World? 🍷Click here: https://bit.ly/3T9UI6y EXPERIENCE EXTREME ALTITUDE WINES! Want to Taste Wine from the Most Remote Vineyards in the World? (Think 6,000 ft+!!) 🍷Click here: https://bit.ly/3T9UI6y ____________ For red wines, label terms denote aging: Joven (young/little oak), Crianza, Reserva, and Gran Reserva indicate increasing time spent in oak and bottle. Furthermore, Cava is Spain's world-class sparkling wine made in the traditional method, and Sherry (Jerez) is a uniq
videoHow ROUSSILLON became the cool kid | Kleine Wijn Posman Grenache Blanc 2024 | #HANtv S05.Ep10
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Adri + Nathan | Wedding Photography @ Landmark Vineyards
A very colorful spring wedding at Landmark Vineyards was the goal, and Adriana and Nathan made it SO fun!
podcast· 54:27· Ep 506Beyond Classification: Château Quintus, Wine Passion, and Reimagining Saint-Émilion's Legacy: Nils Vaincot
It is crazy interesting to me that a winery as young as Quintus, in such an established and historical area as Saint Emilion, can make such waves when virtually in it's infancy as a winery. Michel Roland (we just lost him), the famed oenologist once told a friend of mine that now that it is established she can grow wine grapes at her vineyard, it will take 100 years to know what it really can do. Enter the Chateau Quintus, a winery in the famed Right Bank Bordeaux appelation; Saint Emilion. The fertile ground where Chateau Cheval Blanc, Chateau Angelus and Petrus call home, is now the birthplace of the upstart Chateau Quintus. Up start only in the sense that it is a youngin' having only been established in 2011. To have been able to create such concentrated, complex wine in such a short time would have been unheard of in the earlier days of Bordeaux; meaning, how could this happen? It has taken dozens of years for other Chateau to learn of their own pedigree...hear the story here. YouT
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Family Tree ‘The Boxer’s Ghost’ Pinot Noir VQA
Dark in color with a mild nose. On the mid palate the wine displays some rich dark cherry notes … On the medium length finish the wine displays some nice pepper, firm acidity and tannins along with some earthy notes … Continue reading →
podcast· 4:40Hommes, femmes : sommes-nous égaux face au vin ?
On pose régulièrement la question : «Est-ce que les femmes tiennent moins bien l’alcool que les hommes ?» La réponse courte, c’est oui. La réponse longue, c’est que la question elle-même est un piège, parce qu’elle mélange deux choses très différentes : la physiologie – ce que le corps fait de l’alcool –, et la perception sociale – ce qu’on a le droit de faire quand on est une femme qui boit. Dans ce nouvel épisode de Parlons Vin, la journaliste Alicia Dorey vous explique pourquoi un même verre de vin peut avoir des conséquences différentes sur un homme et sur une femme. Vous pouvez écouter cet épisode sur Figaro Radio, le site du Figaro et sur toutes les plateformes d'écoutes. Chronique et rédaction : Alicia Dorey Montage : Antoine Lion-Ranty Prise de son : Louis Chabain Production exécutive : Aude Sérès, rédactrice en chef, pôle audio Le Figaro Coordination de production : Pôle audio Le Figaro Communication : Réseaux sociaux Le Figaro Visuel & habillage : Studio design Le Figaro Hébe
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Bruce Lundquist: Oral History Interview
This interview is with Bruce Lundqist of Rack & Riddle. In this interview, Bruce speaks about his time at Linfield University, including his performance on the track team that led him into the school's sports Hall of Fame. He then talks about his work in the finance world in the dairy industry before starting his wine journey in California. Later, he talks about how Rack & Riddle came to be and its growth and accomplishments during his 20 years as co-leader. He speaks to the current state of the wine industry and what the years ahead might hold. This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Linfield University’s Nicholson Library in McMinnville on March 3, 2026.
podcast· 58:35· S9E88E88 - Poderi Cellario · Langhe, Piedmont, Italy
What happens when wine stops trying to impress… and starts trying to live? In this episode, we head to the western edge of the Langhe in Piemonte to meet Simone Cellario of Poderi Cellario — a third-generation winery that doesn't quite fit the script. At first glance, everything feels easy. Playful labels. Litre bottles. Crown caps. Wines that don't take themselves too seriously. But look closer… and you realise this is serious work. We talk about Dolcetto — not as a "simple" wine, but as the cultural heartbeat of the region. A grape that speaks more about people than prestige. We explore forgotten and misunderstood varieties like Grignolino and Nascetta, and what it takes to bring them back into the conversation without turning them into museum pieces. We also get into something less romantic — the economics of wine. Because making honest wine is one thing. Making it sustainable, financially and socially, is another. This is a conversation about balance. Between tradition and change.
podcast· 1h 11m· Ep 181Blindflug 181: ProWein 2026
Die ProWein hatte keine Chance – und hat sie genutzt. Warum reden wir unsere Leitmesse schlecht? Und warum ist das weder klug noch gerechtfertigt? Felix war da, hat mit Ausstellern und Besuchern gesprochen und zieht ein positives Fazit. Flo berichtet derweil von unserem Ausflug nach Frankfurt, von Inklusion, wunderbarem Publikum und vergifteten Fischbrötchen. Im Glas, Kapelle Riesling 22 von Leiner und Monthélie 1er Cru ‚Les Champs Fulliot‘ 2016 von Laurent Boussey
videoThe A-Z of Wine: 'G is for Garnacha / Grenache'
Jamie explores Garnacha / Grenache, famous from the south of France and Northern Spain. So, naturally, where is he going? Somewhere completely different. We explore why Grenache has become the most popular and consumed red grape in Australia, the spiritual home of Shiraz, and especially in the hands of craft winemaker Steve Pannell in the McLaren Vale.
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Rediscovering the Diversity of Tuscany’s Wines with San Felice
Sometimes it takes a special event to nudge you to take another look at a familiar winery or wine region. That’s what recently happened to us with the wines of Tuscany in general and San Felice in particular. A Tuscan Wine Giro Our old friend Peter and new friend Gina are newlyweds planning their first […]
videoA friend gave me 2 boxes of old wine. Is there anything good? #winecollector #estatesalefinds
videoHow We Fit 10,000 Wine Bottles Into One Room
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