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Do you get confused with wine terms? What does flabby really even mean when it comes to wine? Fear no more! Charisse and Kristi tackle the definitions of many often used wine terms and break them down into simple, easily understandable meanings for you! From Awkward to Zippy (well, we actually forgot that one!), you’ll get a dictionary full of useful terms to help your wine journey make more sense!

We’re thrilled to have a new sponsor in WINE WIZE, wine education for business and service industry professionals!  

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For most wine drinkers, Sauvignon Blanc is THE white wine of New Zealand. We're here to debunk yet another myth and challenge you to think about NZ Chardonnay! From the focus of organic / biodynamic / regenerative farming to low intervention winemaking, winemakers let the chameleon varietal shine.  The land, the climate, even within the same vineyard is creating amazingly different expressions of Chardonnay and we're super excited to share them with you!

We explore Chardonnay from Central Otago to Auckland through interviews with wineries and wine makers - this is a must listen episode for sure!

• Felton Road Wines, Bannockburn, Central Otago, South Island
  • Winemaker Blair Walter deep dives the distinct soil types even within same vineyard giving unique expression to their Chardonnay.  Passion for land as evidenced in their biodynamic farming practice leaves the true impression of care for NZ's land, - the soil just feels and smells different as if it’s a living breathing organism.
• Te Whare Ra, Marlborough, Northern part of South Island
  • Winemaker Anna Flowerday who partners (with her husband,  Jason, tends some of the oldest vineyards in the region with some dainge back 20+ years or more.  Organic / Biodynamic farming, minimal intervention winemaking (no fining agents, yeasts, winemaking and small batch focus, hand pick / hand sort grapes, keep 100% control of the vineyard to bottle) add complexity to their Chardonnay. 
  • Anna shares her humor as she describes their wines by pairing them with celeb personalities which is a fun idea, but you totally get it when you listen to her tell these stories
• Kumeu River, Auckland, North Island and Hawke’s Bay (purchased in 2017) 
  • Paul Brajkovich shares Kumeu River's history as family owned, long legacy of growing grapes and making wines back to the 1940s.
  • CHANCE OF A LIFETIME - similar to 1976 Judgement of Paris moment, Paul shares a blind tasting where Kumeu River's Chardonnay's 
    are placed against a range of Premier Cru and Village Burgundies from the best producers.  The panel of well known somms, wine critics and the like blinded the wines and Kumeu triumphed over top white Burgundies in every flight apart from one, where it came first equal (tied).
• Man O’War, Waiheke Island, part of Auckland region but distinctly separate
  • Takes 45 min ferry to island and another 45 min bus ride to the winery on the opposite side of island and you'll find yourself at Man O' War, an enormous 4500 acre farm - about 20% of total island - full of animals, beehives, gardens, vineyards, lodging for staff etc…  plus76 vineyards!
  • Cecelia Bravo hosts and shares how Man O' War is going against the grain with their Chardonnay!

While many of NZ's Chardonnay wines don't make it to the export market, we highly encourage you to seek some out and hopefully we'll get the word out for more and more distributors to get these lovelies into the US or wherever you're listening!

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Introducing Mark Wong: Mark Wong is a visionary entrepreneur who took the beverage industry by storm. Less than 6 months after creating Impossibrew, he found himself on the hit TV show "Dragons' Den," where he faced the ultimate test of his business acumen. In this episode, Mark takes us through that experience and shares the valuable lessons he learned along the way.

During our conversation, Mark reveals the fascinating science behind Impossibrew's beers, which offer a one or two-pint feeling without the presence of alcohol. We explore the nootropic herbs used in their products for relaxation and cognitive enhancement and how Mark collaborated with renowned neuroscientist Dr. Paul Chazot to develop these unique formulations.

We also delve into the transformative role that a trip to Hong Kong played in Mark's life, where he discovered the power of Chinese and Eastern medicine. Looking to the future, we discuss the potential of the non-alcoholic nootropics industry and the challenges it currently faces. Mark shares his insights on the pain points and the exciting possibilities that lie ahead for this emerging category.

Find out more: https://impossibrew.co.uk

Follow their journey on Instagram @impossibrewbeer

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. Connect with us on LinkedIn or Instagram @bottled.in.china 

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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.

Please Subscribe, Rate (WE LOVE 5-STARS 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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From decanting to aging. From quality to color. From pairings to pourings. Charisse and Kristi tackle some of the top myths and misconceptions around wine! In the wine world where tradition has driven many of our consumption and selection decisions, it’s a whole new world out there!

Join us as we dive into some of the most common wine myths so you can decide or yourself which path you want to take on your wine journey. The path of tradition or the path or a walk on the wild side! Either way, we hope you’ll LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE and let us know if there are other wine myths you’d like us to take on in a future episode!

Cheers to the END OF DRY JANUARY, or as we like to say TRY JANUARY!

Charisse & Kristi

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Happy New Year from Somm Women Talk Wine!  2023 was an amazing launch year and Charisse and Kristi could not be more thankful for every single person who has listened, downloaded, liked and most importantly shared our podcast with fellow wine lovers!

In launching our 2024 season, we’re kicking off with a recap of our top listened to and top downloaded episode on Summer Whites You’ve Likely Never Tried.  Join us as we chat with Dr. Kerri Lesh, Txakoli and Basque Country expert, and Peter Hemsted from St. Croix Vineyeards.

We’ll kick off our next new episode on Wine Travel January 17 and we know you won’t want to miss it!

Cheers to 2024!
Charisse & Kristi

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Professor Charles Spence is a world-renowned experimental psychologist specializing in neuroscience-inspired multisensory design. Spence has published over 1,000 academic articles and authored various best-sellers, including “The Perfect Meal” and “Gastrophysics: The New Science of Eating.” Sensehacking, his newest book, was published in 2021.

In addition to being an award-winning author, Spence established and runs the Crossmodal Research Laboratory (CRL) at the Oxford University Department of Experimental Psychology.

Professor Spence collaborates with baristas, mixologists, chocolatiers, chefs, and perfumiers to design enhanced multisensory food and drink experiences.

Professor Spence has worked extensively in multisensory experiential wine and coffee. Today, he wants to know how new technology will change our dining/drinking experiences.

In today’s podcast, Professor Spence joins us from London to offer his intriguing insight into gastrophysics, the power of expectation, how packaging might be tricking your senses, and much more!

Want to dive into the world of gastrophysics? Find his books The Perfect Meal or Gastrophysics.

Watch his captivating TED talk here.

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. Connect with us on LinkedIn or Instagram @bottled.in.china 

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Wine lists are an integral part of a great dining experience.  Some people (Kristi being a guilty party) choose restaurants specifically by the wines on their list.  But how wine lists are built and curate takes special attention, focus, care and selectivity.  Ever wonder what goes into building them?  Then this is your episode!

Join Charisse and Kristi as they discuss the subject and have guest visits from a Huneeus Wines, AJ McGuckin, Director of Sales, and others in the industry to learn their tips for building a successful wine list.  Cuisine, atmosphere, menu pricing, and customer preferences all play important roles. Bottom line, wine lists are an extremely important part of the “identity” of a restaurant.

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In today’s podcast we’ll be uncorking the secrets of unconventional pairings with Vanessa Price,  resident sommelier for The TODAY Show, and the brilliant mind behind the best-selling book, "Big Macs and Burgundy: Wine Pairings for the Real World." 

Vanessa has spent nearly two decades honing her craft and immersing herself in the wine industry. Her expertise has been recognized by prestigious publications like New York Magazine and Vogue, where she has written and been featured.

But Vanessa's passion extends beyond the written word and into the realm of fine dining. As the Wine Director of Wildflower Farms, an Auberge Resort Hotel, she curates an unmatched wine selection to perfectly complement the modern twist on the traditional steakhouse at Mavericks, her latest culinary venture in Montauk. 

In this captivating episode, Vanessa sits down with us to delve into the inspiration behind "Big Macs and Burgundy," revealing the art of wine pairings for the real world. Discover the pairings to avoid, and which wines to pair with everything from Xiaolongbao, Sichuan hotpot or my favourite, a burrito! 

Get your hands on Big Macs & Burgundy: Wine Pairings for the Real World here! 

Connect and follow Vanessa on Instagram @vanessalenoreprice

Find out more about Vinum, her lifestyle platform and Mavericks, her latest culinary venture in Montauk. 

Cheers!

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. Connect with us on LinkedIn or Instagram @bottled.in.china 

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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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Can we taste terroir?

In today’s podcast, we unravel this very question with geologist Brenna Quigley to explore how soil influences a wine’s style.

Based in Napa, CA, Brenna conducts vineyard investigations and educates other about the influence of soil on wine style.

With a Master’s degree in Geology, she has had the opportunity to study the terroirs of France while working with Te Source Imports and Becky Wasserman & Co.

Her current projects take her to various locations around the world, from Spain, Austria, Germany, to Italy. 

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Listen to the podcast: https://www.roadsideterroir.com

More about Brenna: https://www.brennaquigley.com

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. Connect with us on LinkedIn or Instagram @bottled.in.china 

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Hello and welcome to Part 2 of our Food and Wine Pairing episodes!  Charisse and Kristi continue to explore food and wine pairings in an unconventional way.  Leveraging training methods from wine certification experts, we break down a few pairing myths and explore three wines against the 5 flavors your tongue identifies - salty, sweet, bitter, sour and umami. 

With a "charcuterie tray" of sugar, salt, lemons, tomatoes, mushrooms, brie, popcorn and dark chocolate, we set out to dissect the influence of each flavor against 3 wines. 

White Wine:  Texas Heritage Oaked Albariño
Red Wine:  Boeger Merlot
Dessert Wine:  Casa Mandel Boullosa Carcavelos

In Part 2, we start with a recap then dive right into the Boeger Merlot to explore how red wine is impacted by our “charcuterie items”.  This fruity, mildly tannic and medium acidity red responded in surprisingly different ways to the food and flavor pairings than the Oaked Albariño.  Tune in to find out how!

Wrapping up with an amazingly unique and rare 1988 Carcavelos dessert wine, what can two wine loving friends do but pop the cork and continue the science experiment.  We hope you’ll try similar pairings for yourself and take our nerdy tips and savvy tricks along with you on your own wine journey!

Wrapping up the episode with our Wine Find, this time we bring a little technology into the game.  Stelvin (or screw caps) embedded with website NFC tags called “Edivinum” sending consumers straight to the winery’s website.  This not only provides marketing content and wine details, it is an inventory control mechanism to help winemakers know exactly where their products are and when they are consumed.  Just unscrew the cap, pour a glass then register the 4 digit code inside on the website as “consumed”!  How cool!  Our example is from Vigneti Massa Timorasso Derthona / Piccolo Derthona 2021.

Thanks as well to our sponsors:

Texas Wine Club and The Magnolia Wine Bar

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Today we discuss the advancements of nanotechnology in the wine industry with Dr Sachinadri Rana. 

Nanotechnology is a branch of technology that focuses on producing, designing, and using objects or systems by manipulating atoms and molecules at nanoscale.

In today’s podcast episode, we are thrilled to provide more insight into the wine production process with Dr Sachinadri Rana, Ph.D., an expert Wine Researcher at the Bragato Research Institute. With ten years of experience in the wine industry and a doctorate in biotechnology, Dr Sachi’s acute understanding of nanotechnology in grape growing and winemaking is a thrilling treat for today’s viticulture discussion.

Ultimately, the use of nanotechnology in winemaking contributes to the reduction of environmental impact and improved agricultural sustainability in grapevine growth and harvest. Join us in this exclusive episode as we explore how the study of nanotechnology serves winemakers around the world with Dr Sachi.  

More about Bragato Research Institute and their latest research: https://bri.co.nz

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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. Connect with us on LinkedIn or Instagram @bottled.in.china 

Podcast available on iTunes, Spotify , online or wherever you listen to your episodes!

Hello fellow wine lovers!  Join Charisse and Kristi as we explore food and wine pairings in an unconventional way.  Leveraging training methods from wine certification experts, we break down a few pairing myths and explore three wines against the 5 flavors your tongue identifies - salty, sweet, bitter, sour and umami. 

With a "charcuterie tray" of sugar, salt, lemons, tomatoes, mushrooms, brie, popcorn and dark chocolate, we set out to dissect the influence of each flavor against 3 wines. 

White Wine:  Texas Heritage Oaked Albariño
Red Wine:  Boeger Merlot
Dessert Wine:  Casa Mandel Boullosa Carcavelos

In Part 1, we debunk a few wine and food myths then dive into the Oaked Albariño.  Listen in to learn how each of our charcuterie options impacted the wine.  While our approach may be a little more scientific, the lessons translate to any food and wine pairing you might wish to try!  High acidity food - no problem!  Creamy pasta - we've got you covered. 

Stay tuned for Part 2 airing Sept 27th and don't forget to FOLLOW, LIKE, SHARE with all your wine loving friends!

Thanks as well to our sponsors:

Texas Wine Club and The Magnolia Wine Bar

We couldn't do this without you!

PS:  Want to help us continue bringing you great content?  Become a sponsor on our Patreon page!  Special sponsor only content is getting rave reviews!  And don't forget to follow us on Instagram too!

Cheers!
Charisse & Kristi

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 Brooke Martin, Founder of The Brooke Blend, has turned her passion for wine into a thriving business where she shares that passion with others through content creation, wine tastings and storytelling through her blog. Brooke’s goal is to keep things light, fun and approachable. 

She is a certified sommelier through the WSET, level 3, and has a continued focus on learning and studying all things wine. In her free time, 

Brooke enjoys spending time with her family, staying active with running, loves being in her garden and on the weekends, she is likely at a sports event or watching one at home with a glass of wine in hand. 

 On the episode we discuss her career The Brooke Blend and travelling to wineries across the world.

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The story of wine is a colorful one. 

Today, more funds and nonprofits are cropping up to promote the inclusivity of marginalized groups in the wine culture at large. One of those efforts, The Roots Fund, is looking to secure a pathway for the future of wine for those who are Black, Indigenous, or People of Color. 

Today, we talk with the founder of The Roots Fund, Ikimi Dubose about the importance of mentorship and leadership. 

When we sat down with Ikimi, we asked her what prompted her to start the fund, what “inclusivity” really means, and what the Roots Fund membership program entails. She dives deep into why mentorship means so much to her, as well as why it’s vital to have passionate, respectful, inclusive mentors in the wine industry. Plus, Ms. Dubose lets us in on her steps to leverage a mentor for wine career progression. Finally, she gives us the top three tips she’d tell younger Ikimi about getting into the food and business industry. 

The future of wine starts here with The Roots Fund and everything Ikimi Dubose stands for.

Find out more: https://www.therootsfund.org

Follow the journey on Instagram @rootsfund

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. Connect with us on LinkedIn or Instagram @bottled.in.china 

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Not every pink wine is treated equally.  Not every pink wine is actually a Rosé.  From the palest ballet pink to the most raucous fuchsia, rosé comes in many styles and colors.  There are also many different ways to make a Rosé. Confused yet?  Listen in as Charisse and Kristi break down Rosé wine making techniques and the difference you’ll get in your glass.

From Blending to Direct Press, winemakers can utilize nerdy tips and savvy tricks to present one of wines across a tremendously diverse style spectrum.  Who knew Rosé, made from traditional red grape varietals, could exhibit flavors from lemony citrus to tart cranberry.  All in the same glass.

It’s been a scorcher in Texas this summer making Rosé and ideal choice for every occasion.  Rosé isn’t just for summer anymore and should have a seat at the table for any and all holidays and celebrations year round.  Rosé can also hold up to the meatiest of meals with its balanced acidity and tannin.  Yes, tannin!

Want to drink a few Rosés with us?   Become a Patreon Sponsor today and you’ll get to sit across from us as we deep dive two luscious wines.  And decide for yourself if it’s a “Yes way!” Or a “No way!” to the question of whether they’re actually Rosé!

Want to get in on our Wine Find?  Check out Brumate’s selection of wine insulators today! 

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Cheers! Charisse and Kristi

A special theme song shout out to our musician, the late, great, Paul Gray with his Swinging Shepard!

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Check out Kristi’s blog for further wine adventures!  KristiWineNerd.com and make sure to follow on insta at @charissehenryftw and @kristiwinenerd

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If you know Charisse, you know she’s a bubble girl through and through! We’re not sure she’s ever met a bubble she didn’t like! Her passion has definitely rubbed off on Kristi and what better way to let two bubble girls have fun than to cover all things sparkling! But are all bubbles created equal? Not at all! There are many ways to put those tiny little bubbles of joy into a bottle and we’re breaking it down for you in this episode!

Beady, semi-sparkling, pétillant, frizzante, Spumante, sparkling. All these words describe bubbles in wine, from lightly fizzy or low pressure to fireworks in a bottle or high pressure. Something for everyone to love!

While “Champagne” can only come from the Champagne region of France, how it’s made can be used anywhere in the world. Referred to as Champagne Method, Traditional Method, Méthode Champenoise, or Méthode Classique, this process creates bubbles through two fermentation processes trapping CO2 into the wine. Vintage or non-vintage, while we touched on this in our Wine and Fashion episode, you’ll get the low down on what this means for your wine journey. We’ll introduce you to multiple alternatives to true champagne you can enjoy for daily drinkable to your biggest celebrations.

Charmant Method, used for Prosecco, takes a whole different path in getting tiny bubbles into the bottle and not all Prosecco’s are sweet. Being bubble girls, we definitely say don’t knock it until you try it. Listen in for clues on how to find the style you desire! Ancestral Method, Continuous Method, Soda Method, Forced Carbonation, and Méthode Contemporaine round out the ways winemakers can create bubbly beauties from the most complex to the simplest, we cover them all!

We couldn’t do a wine podcast without wine and this episode’s pick is a Sparkling Wine from Hilmy Cellars in the Texas Hill Country. Made in the Forced Carbonation method from Semillon and Orange Muscat, this gorgeous wine was brought to us by our sponsor, Texas Wine Club! Thank you Hilmy Cellars for introducing these two bubble girls to a new fave!

Show Sponsors:
> The Magnolia in Fort Worth
> The Texas Wine Club

Don’t forget to FOLLOW, LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE and let us know any topics you’d like us to cover!

Cheers! Charisse and Kristi

A special theme song shout out to our musician, the late, great, Paul Gray with his Swinging Shepard! 

Check out Kristi’s blog for further wine adventures!  KristiWineNerd.com and make sure to follow on insta at @charissehenryftw and @kristiwinenerd

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In this jam-packed episode, we talk with Stefan about his journey through the Michelin-starred ranks like Le Manoir aux Quat’Saison by Raymond Blanc and The Fat Duck and Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, where he achieved his MS designation in 2017. We then discuss his new online course, tips on blind tasting, whether “supertasters” exist, which varietals or regions get easily mixed up during MS studying, and more. If you’re looking to become more knowledgeable about anything and everything wine, Stefan Neumann, MS, is a wonderful resource.

“Master Sommelier” is a moniker saved for the most expert wine tasters in the world. Training, studying, and blind-tasting are vital to achieving this goal. Luckily, Stefan Neumann, MS, is here to help wine students and professionals alike. Born in Austria and based in London, Stefan is a consultant for many wine brands, including Graham’s, LVMH, and Austrian Wine Marketing. And he’s just launched his online blind-tasting course, helping aspiring sommeliers pass their wine exams and qualifications.

Find out more: https://stefanneumann.co.uk

Connect with him online: @stefanthesommelier_ms

Find out more about his wine tasting course: https://stefanneumann.co.uk/blind-tasting/

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. Connect with us on LinkedIn or Instagram @bottled.in.china 

Podcast available on iTunes, Spotify , online or wherever you listen to your episodes!