Ep 108 Curious about which 2025 wine trends are truly worth the hype and which ones might fall flat? ... more

Ep 107 Are you curious about how one woman is shaking up the wine world by amplifying underrepresented... more

Ep 106 What does it take to break barriers and amplify underrepresented voices in the wine industry? ... more

Ep 105 What does it really take to become a wine expert and do you need a fancy... more

Ep 104 What if I told you there’s a white wine that makes “cat pee” an absolute compliment?... more

Are you tired of feeling lost when choosing wine at a restaurant? Wish you had a sommelier’s secret to finding... more

Ep 102 How does someone from a beer-loving Wisconsin family end up creating a massive Rosé-themed wine playground in New... more

Ep 101 This is the last of my Italian wine mini-series and we have to talk about Italian dessert wines!... more

Ep 100 This is my 100th episode of the Cork and Fizz Guide to Wine podcast! How cool is that?... more

Ep 99 Italy tends to be far more known for their red wines, and if I'm being totally honest... more

Ep 98 Do the countless names and styles of Sangiovese in Tuscany leave you feeling more confused than confident? ... more

Ep 97 From starting her own winery to exploring unique grape varietals rarely known outside of Sardinia, Nikki Dickerson, also... more

Ep 96 When you think of islands in Italy, you probably think of Sicily, but what about the lesser known... more

Ep 95 Are you ready to uncover why the Piedmont region of Italy, often overshadowed by the famed... more

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