Ep 94 Ever felt lost in a sea of Italian wines with their complex names and regions? With... more

Ep 93 What do wine and music have in common? More than you think! Today,... more

Ep 92 Today’s story is one of taking immense grief and love, and transforming it into a heartwarming initiative that... more

Ever wondered what it's like to sip wine from the real-life King’s Landing from Game of Thrones? ... more

When you think of Vermouth do you think of it as just a mixer for your martini? ... more

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to dive deep into the world of wine while facing the challenges of... more

How does one go from working at Supercomputer company SGI to becoming a renowned wine critic author? ... more

When it comes to wine books, which ones are essential for every wine lover’s collection? Well,... more

With its rise in popularity, I had a listener, Sheila, reach out to me wanting to learn more about Txakoli!... more

Are you ready to go beyond wine from Spain, France, and the United States? Dale Ott,... more

Ever wondered what it takes to bring unique Mexican and Portuguese wines to your local shelves? Today’s... more

Are you scrambling to find the perfect wine for your holiday gatherings? I’ve got you covered with sparkling, white, red... more

This is one of my favorite episodes of the year! We are diving into my 2024 holiday wine gift guide!... more

Are you curious about the world of Burgundy wines? What makes them so unique and sought after? ... more

Ever dreamed of sipping world-renowned Burgundy wine in the very vineyards they come from? I did just... more

Ever tasted a wine so unique that you either absolutely love it or completely hate it? I... more

When I was planning my trip to France with Mr. Cork & Fizz, it was an absolute given that we... more

The world of Burgundy grapes and wine can be incredibly confusing, which is why I have the father-daughter duo, Hanna... more

What is it like to master winemaking in both the historic vineyards of Burgundy and the dynamic terroir of Virginia?... more

Ever wondered how the Melon grape from Burgundy transformed into the acclaimed Muscadet wines of Nantes? While... more

I have wanted to visit France since I first fell in love with a white Burgundy. Mr.... more

Are you curious about lesser known French wine regions and mastering tricky pronunciation? Today, I have Katie... more

Who knew a road trip with influencers through the Loire Valley could ignite a passion for making French wine accessible?... more

You’ve probably heard of old world and new world wines but have you heard about the ancient world? ... more

There are a lot of buzzwords in the wine world and honestly, some of them are more marketing than anything... more

When you think of Spanish sparkling wine do you think of Cava? Today's guest, Pepe Raventos, is... more

I often ask my guests what made them decide to get into wine. However, today’s guest’s family has been in... more

I’ve always cringed when watching those shows like house hunters when they show homes with kitchen wine storage right above... more

Have you tried a Ukrainian wine? Yes Ukraine, as in the country of Ukraine, makes wine! ... more

What if science could perfectly replicate a bottle of Grand Cru Burgundy, so that our grandkids' grandkids could discover exactly... more

Summertime means lots of get-togethers with friends and family and the perfect time to serve some great bottles of wine!... more

There's something undeniably alluring about the aroma of a fine wine, isn't there? It's an experience that can transport us... more

When you walk into a wine shop do you immediately feel intimidated about the selection of wines? ... more

From bartender and manager to wine shop owner, Desirae Ballard is on a mission to create a welcoming and inclusive... more

So, you want to host a wine tasting party at home but you have a lot of questions? And the... more

Why do I love Santa Barbara wine country so much? Aside from Walla Walla, which you know... more

When we think of wine, countries like France, Italy, and Spain often come to mind as the leading producers of... more

Ep 57 I’m back with another wine grape deep dive and this time it’s Merlot! ... more

The clouds have started to break. The sun stays out longer. And the weather is getting warmer, which means that... more

When you think of a winemaker you typically think of wines being produced in a winery, right? ... more

It’s time to raise our wine glasses and celebrate!! The Cork & Fizz Guide to Wine Podcast is one year... more

Even as a wine enthusiast myself, I sometimes find myself drinking the same wines all the time. ... more

The Chalmers family’s wine business is nothing short of extraordinary. They place an emphasis on sustainable... more

As a wine educator I hold a lot of private tastings, virtually and in person, and I’ve noticed the same... more

As the sun starts to shine brighter and the weather warms up, there's no better way to embrace the beauty... more

What would you do if you were asked to leave your college and your punishment was to work in your... more

Does price matter when it comes to a bottle of wine? Is a $10 bottle really that... more

I’m so excited for today’s episode on 4 up and coming wine regions! And what I love... more

Located in the heart of France is the renowned region of Burgundy. Burgundy is famed for... more

Ep 45 I’m back with another grape deep dive and this time it’s Barbera! I... more

Did you know that one of my very favorite styles of wine is sparkling wine?! It’s absolutely delicious... more

Does a beautiful hand-blown wine glass make a difference when it comes to drinking wine? Are different glasses... more

Ep 42 Do you find yourself drinking the same wine all the time? Even as a wine... more

I love French wine…but I also REALLY love Spanish wine so I knew it was time to do a Spanish... more

What happens when two friends who are passionate about traveling, chemistry, and wine fall in love with each other? ... more

Today, I’m sharing with you one of my favorite wine regions in the entire world, Walla Walla, Washington! ... more

Ep 38 My grape deep dive is back and this time it’s all about the misunderstood Riesling grape! ... more

What’s it like owning a winery in Colorado and growing grapes at 6,000 feet above sea? For Jayme and Steve... more

Does the wine list at your favorite restaurant overwhelm you? Ordering wine at a restaurant can... more

I promised you a part two to my French Wine 101 episode and it’s finally here! If... more

Are you ready to uncork a wealth of knowledge and passion for Australian wine? In today's episode,... more

Are you participating in Dry January? Or perhaps you simply enjoy non-alcoholic wines? Whatever the reason,... more

Have you ever wondered why that bottle of wine you opened tastes off? A bottle of... more

Imagine your spouse calling and saying “I may have just signed a lease on a vineyard!" That’s... more

Does this sound familiar? You discover you like a certain style of wine and from that point... more

You loved the last exclusive look into my Cork Crew Virtual Tasting Club so I’m back with another sneak peek!... more

Today’s episode is a fun one because I’m answering your most common wine questions! I recently... more

‘Tis the season for giving and what better gift to give than the joy of wine? ... more

Ep 26 You are in for a real treat today because I’m chatting with Desiree Harrison-Brown, a wine... more

Ep 25 The air is crisp and Thanksgiving is on its way. You’ve planned your food menu for Thanksgiving but... more

Ep 24 We are switching things up this week and doing things a little differently! Every... more

If there is one thing I know to be true it’s that the wine world can be incredibly intimidating for... more

What exactly is natural wine? Does natural wine mean no chemicals or additives whatsoever? Or does it... more

Ep 21 I’m back with the next installment of my Grape Deep Dive Miniseries and this time it’s all about... more

Dossier wines is a combination of passion and collaboration and is looking to do something a bit different than other... more

When you walk into a wine shop do you walk towards the French wine section or away from it? ... more

Ep 18 “What is Orange wine and is it actually made from oranges?” I think that is... more

How easy is it to be a social media influencer? It looks glamorous from the outside - free gifts, trips... more

Ep 16 Have you thought about all the cool wine gadgets that are available and questioned if they are... more

From scorching summer heat to freezing winter temperatures, Delmas Wines faces many unique challenges when it comes to growing grapes... more

Ep 14 I’m back with the next installment of my Grape Deep Dive Miniseries and this time it’s all about... more

Ep 13 It’s finally happening! You’ve booked that wine trip that you have always wanted to take, your plane tickets... more

Ep 12 When you were 13 did you know with absolute unwavering certainty what you wanted to do with your... more

Maybe you’re planning a fancy dinner party with a bunch of friends or maybe you’re just grilling some burgers. Either... more

When you think of wineries I bet you think of the wineries in California, Washington, and maybe even Oregon. Rarely... more

We're diving into one of my favorite regions in this Wine Region Mini Series and that is Chile! ... more

I’m so excited to share with you my story of how I came to love wine and how Cork &... more

Ep 7 How does a real estate agent with no formal education in the wine industry push past the obstacles... more

Ep 6 Are you a wine lover that gave up Chardonnay during the Anything But Chardonnay, also known as ABC,... more

How does someone go from being a tech editor to quitting their job and becoming an expert sommelier? ... more