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Dry January is over so that means the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast is back for 2024. We are joined by trusted friend and agent of the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast as Larry O' Brien graces us with his presence. Ohio's only Master Somm talks with LT about current trends and issues facing the wine industry in this lively and fun discussion.

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Timestamps:

1:17 - Liz’s ‘Three Pillars’ of successful trip planning (for any trip)

3:26 - Coming to visit Napa in different seasons: winter, spring, summer, fall

8:33 - Travel planner hacks on where to base in Napa, the best airports for easy access, and the valley’s unique geography to consider

16:44 - How to structure your trip (& wine tastings) to Napa like a pro

21:24 - Final key strategy to keep in mind for a successful trip

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The Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast is officially back after a short hiatus. Luke Taylor returns from a non-work Napa trip and he shares some details of what is going on with Napa. Re-energized and excited to be back please Subscribe, Rate and Review. Also, we all love to share a glass of wine with our wine friends so share the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast.

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I stumbled upon Stanton wines a few years back and I was very impressed with their quality for the price. Their winemaker was none other than Dave Phinney who crafted amazing Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah from Doug's finest vineyards in  the Napa Valley. I tracked down Doug Stanton who joins us from the vineyard on this weeks Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast.

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You put two Canadians together in Napa and it is called a party as we talk/sip wine with Sheldon Richards of Paloma Vineyards. Great history,  great wines and great people!

 Thanks to Silvadore Brands for partnering with the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast and being the official wine preserver or gas (Argon) provider.

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Also, Welcome Fly With Wine as a new partner of the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast.
Solve the single biggest problem faced by wine country travelers as they follow their dreams of visiting their favorite wineries around the world. How to bring their favorite wines back home with them safely and securely on an airplane so they can be enjoyed while reliving memories with every sip. And so was borne the idea for FlyWithWine. Enter CODE corkandtaylor to receive 10% off your order

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One of my first memories of visiting Napa Wine Country was Rutherford Hill Winery.  Known for Merlot, we have their winemaker, Michael Coode, who brings his fancy accent and interesting wine background to the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast.

Thanks to Silvadore Brands for partnering with the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast and being the official wine preserver or gas (Argon) provider.

Go the link below to get your Silvadore Argon Gas Wine Preserver. Make sure you click FOR YOUR HOME and enter CODE corkandtaylor to receive 10% off your  order

https://www.silvadorebrands.com/

Also, Welcome Fly With Wine as a new partner of the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast.
Solve the single biggest problem faced by wine country travelers as they follow their dreams of visiting their favorite wineries around the world. How to bring their favorite wines back home with them safely and securely on an airplane so they can be enjoyed while reliving memories with every sip. And so was borne the idea for FlyWithWine. Enter CODE corkandtaylor to receive 10% off your order

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We learn the history of the Napa Valley Wine Country as we get some educational lessons from Paradigm Winery Owner, Ren Harris, on this weeks Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast . What a delightful chat with this winery legend and gentlemen. Great conversations and great wine too!

Thanks to Silvadore Brands for partnering with the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast and being the official wine preserver or gas (Argon) provider.

Go the link below to get your Silvadore Argon Gas Wine Preserver. Make sure you click FOR YOUR HOME and enter CODE corkandtaylor to receive 10% off your  order

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Also, Welcome Fly With Wine as a new partner of the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast.
Solve the single biggest problem faced by wine country travelers as they follow their dreams of visiting their favorite wineries around the world. How to bring their favorite wines back home with them safely and securely on an airplane so they can be enjoyed while reliving memories with every sip. And so was borne the idea for FlyWithWine. Enter CODE corkandtaylor to receive 10% off your order

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Our guest this episode of the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast was born with a wineglass in his hand, and that is the truth you could say as Hugh was born in 1965, the same year that his parents, Jack and Jamie Davies, purchased the abandoned Schramsberg Estate in Calistoga. Hugh grew up among the vines, caves, tanks and barrels that make Schramsberg Vineyards what it is today: the premier producer of American sparkling wines. We had a great time sitting down talking wine with Hugh Davies and tasting the some Schramberg sparkling wines too.

Thanks to Silvadore Brands for partnering with the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast and being the official wine preserver or gas (Argon) provider.

Go the link below to get your Silvadore Argon Gas Wine Preserver. Make sure you click FOR YOUR HOME and enter CODE corkandtaylor to receive 10% off your  order

https://www.silvadorebrands.com/

Also, Welcome Fly With Wine as a new partner of the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast.
Solve the single biggest problem faced by wine country travelers as they follow their dreams of visiting their favorite wineries around the world. How to bring their favorite wines back home with them safely and securely on an airplane so they can be enjoyed while reliving memories with every sip. And so was borne the idea for FlyWithWine. Enter CODE corkandtaylor to receive 10% off your order

https://www.flywithwine.com/

Don't forget to Subscribe, Rate and Review! Please please It only takes a few minutes and helps me/the show grow. The more subscribers, reviews and rates helps us to get discovered! Also, follow us on our Facebook @corkandtaylor and Instagram accounts @corkandtaylorpodcast.


Also, Please consider supporting the show as it would be appreciated. This helps me offset  expenses to continue to run and grow the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast. Thanks! Luke

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First Round is now complete of the Cork & Taylor Wine Madness and who is moving onto the Sweet 16. Some upsets and a few surprises in the 1st ever Cork & Taylor Wine Madness and thanks to all our partners including  @SilvadoreBrands  @flywithwine3933  @RiedelTheWineGlassCompany
that are providing some awesome prizes! Follow all the action here, your favorite podcast provider and at challonge.com/corkandtaylorwinemadness

Northeastern Ohio Wine Lovers join us for the 1st ever Cork & Taylor Wine Madness Tasting were you can taste all 22 of the wines participating along with a number of others. Limited to 50 people and this will sell out. Click the link below to get your tickets now

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Thanks to Silvadore Brands for partnering with the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast and being the official wine preserver or gas (Argon) provider.

Go the link below to get your Silvadore Argon Gas Wine Preserver. Make sure you click FOR YOUR HOME and enter code corkandtaylor to receive 10% off your next order

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Don't forget to Subscribe, Rate and Review! Please please It only takes a few minutes and helps me/the show grow. The more subscribers, reviews and rates helps us to get discovered! Also, follow us on our Facebook @corkandtaylor and Instagram accounts @corkandtaylorpodcast.

Also, Please consider supporting the show as it would be appreciated. This helps me offset  expenses to continue to run and grow the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast. Thanks! Luke

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In this lively episode, we sing a college fight song, taste some delicious wines and talk vino with ETUDE winemaker/General Manager, Jon Priest, on this weeks Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast. 

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Also, Please consider supporting the show as it would be appreciated. This helps me offset  expenses to continue to run and grow the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast. Thanks! Luke

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What does Beringer White Zinfandel and Luke Taylor have in common? One of the only White Zins I tried back in the day when I visited Beringer and it wasn't too bad plus no need to brush the sugar off your teeth after consuming. This week on the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast, we got Ryan Rech, the chief winemaker of Beringer Vineyards. This Napa winery is old like really old and haven't had their wines in forever...they were yummy! Ryan has a really cool story and the wannabe Hulk Hogan (I gave him that title) talks a little health, weightlifting and his life in general! I almost forget we talked about the famed Knights Valley which Beringer is known for. Always a ball on the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast!

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Also, Please consider supporting the show as it would be appreciated. This helps me offset  expenses to continue to run and grow the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast. Thanks! Luke

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Today’s podcast is about finding creativity and inspiration through wine.

In this episode we sit down with Jean-Charles Boisset to discuss his vision of wine through art, and how we might be closer than ever to the vineyards through the Metaverse.

I consider Jean-Charles Boisset to be an artist who embraces so many facets of the wine industry, expressing it through jewelry, art, perfume, and entertainment.

Jean-Charles Boisset was born into the world of wine in the village of Vougeot (Burgundy), France—the heart and birthplace of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. His lifelong passion for wine began early, having grown up on the family’s estate winery, Domaine de la Vougeraie, located within view of the centuries-old vineyards of Château du Clos de Vougeot.

Jean-Charles’ passion for California and California wineries endowed with history, heritage and a pioneering spirit led him to Sonoma County in 2003, where he purchased DeLoach Vineyards, an early producer of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Zinfandel in the esteemed Russian River Valley. This set to motion further purchases of distinct wineries and destinations in the Napa Valley and Sonoma County, including Raymond Vineyards, Buena Vista Winery, Oakville Grocery, and in 2021 The Ink House Luxury Inn and Elizabeth Spencer Winery in Rutherford.

Since 2016, Bottled in China brings you into the food and drink scene through conversations with the some of the most happening personalities. Hosted by Emilie Steckenborn, the show is your one spot for all things food, beer, wine and spirits from across the world. 

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It took me two years to finally get this interview with one of my favorite winemakers, Chris Corley, out of his families fantastic winery - Monticello/Corley. The Corley's family's roots run deep in Napa and Chris shares his Dad's vision while sharing some great information and stories too!

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What a treat to sit down with Seavey winemaker, Jim Duane, as we taste threw some delicious wines and talk shop in an absolutely stunning winery. Duane is also a well regarded podcaster and we share some funny stories!

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We are joined this week on the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast with talented winemaker, Andrew Wright, of Merryvale Vineyards out of the Napa Valley. We really dived into winemaking along with talking about Arizona, working with a Swiss family and as always many other great topics. Don't forget to Subscribe, Rate and Review! Also, follow us on our Facebook @corkandtaylor and Instagram accounts @corkandtaylorpodcast.

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We head back to Sonoma to visit a castle..The Ledson Castle. Steve Ledson sits down with the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast to discuss his journey, his passion on building successful businesses including one of the largest wine clubs that I have ever heard of and life lessons from his father. Don't forget to Subscribe, Rate and Review! Also, follow us on our Facebook @corkandtaylor and Instagram accounts @corkandtaylorpodcast.

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It took me two long hard years to get Rebecca Laird on the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast. She kept making excuses I wanted her Dad not her but I think she was worried what I would ask her. You see Rebecca is a close friend of mine and my family so things could go all over. This episode talks about her family's humble beginnings in the Napa Valley, her fathers persistence and determination to becoming the largest holder of vineyards in the Napa Valley. A lot of great stuff and hope you enjoy!

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Breathe taking is all I have to say when meeting and sitting down with my guy David Jeffrey at his estate on Chalk Hill in Sonoma County. Great wines and talented winemaker! We talk his mid life crisis, at least according to me, taste some of his delicious wines while sharing his views on winemaking plus his opinions especially about Chalk Hill and Bordeaux.

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One of my favorite white wines is Grgich Hills Fume Blanc and another thing Mike Grgich has the same birthday as me..yes you guessed it April 1st Shocker. I am excited to share with you our recent interview from our Sonoma/Napa trip as Grgich Hills GM and Mike's daughter , Violet Grgich, joins us on this weeks Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast. Violet shares how it was growing up Napa and all things wine related. Enjoyable chat with some laughs and stories.

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Check out our Cork and Taylor Wine Collection by going to the link below. We have partnered with some awesome wineries to bring wine country to your door. Remember to use CorkTaylor when you check out at each of their shops!
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Today we're going back to a #ThirstyThursday show from November 11, 2021, featuring the beautiful inside and out talent, Lauren Weintraub. Not only did we get to enjoy the amazing set of tunes Lauren brought to the program, but we also chatted with her about everything from wine to her viral TikTok song, She's Mine.

During this episode, we sipping on the oh-so-delish Butter Chardonnay. So grab a glass, sip back and get ready to JaM out and wind down. Cause this is JaMHappyHour, poured by JaM Cellars.

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