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Join friends and fellow wine enthusiasts Charisse Henry (WSET2) and Kristi Mayfield (WSET3) on Somm Women Talk Wine, where we dive into all things wine with passion and expertise. Kristi’s knack for simplifying wine education into bite-sized, accessible nuggets perfectly complements Charisse’s extensive experience in the service industry—creating a match made in wine heaven! Each episode is packed with wine insights, tips, and tricks to help you craft your own fantastic wine experiences. We keep it fun, straightforward, and approachable, ensuring that everyone, from beginners to seasoned connoisseurs, can enjoy and learn. With these two, you know you’re getting top-notch wine knowledge. Tune in to Somm Women Talk Wine and let’s raise a glass to great wine and even better conversations!
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Sip, share, shape our podcast! Join us this episode on a road trip to New Mexico to visit the team at Vivác Winery . Brothers Jesse and Chris Padberg share their journey from college students and European explorers to winemakers. With an adventurous spirit and the perfect location for growing grapes, their story continues with award winning wines and a lot of fun. Vivac Winery in Dixon, 45 minutes northeast of Santa Fe and 2 hours from Albuquerque, is known for producing high-quality wines in an artistic setting. Vivac focuses on sustainable winemaking and uses handpicked grapes to craft their wine. The tasting room is set in a beautiful, scenic location near the Rio Embudo, making it a perfect destination for wine lovers looking for an authentic experience. Vivac’s picturesque property of 11 acres sits along the banks of the Embudo Creek. While not the Rio Grande River or Rio Grande Valley, it’s a prime source for irrigation when needed and keeps the air flowing through the vineyards even during the hot summer heat. The vineyards are a few miles down the road from their winery tasting room off the main highway. Wine isn’t the only delicacy at the tasting room! If you’re like me and crave chocolate with your Merlot, you’re in luck! Liliana, Chris’s wife, is a Chocolatier! Her Ek.Chuah Chocolates are serendipitously sold in the tasting room! Cheers to the Vivác team and we cannot wait to go back for another visit. If NM is in your future travel, give Jesse and Chris a shout and we're sure they'd love to welcome you! Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! You may never have heard of the Cotes of Bordeaux. Great, we're here to share this amazing Bordeaux appellation and Bordeaux wine with you through our interview with Bruno Lallemand from Chateau Couchebout in the Cotes de Bourg region. Neither Left Bank nor Right Bank, Couchebout produces amazing red wines in their own Bordeaux red blend style. Cabernet, Merlot, and Malbec taking center stage while Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc are more common grape varieties in other Bordeaux Appelations. Wineries, or château, such as Couchebout thrive in the unpredictable weather patterns found in Bordeaux as they plant their hectares with the best red varietals for Mother Nature's surprises. Search Bordeaux maps for the Côtes and you'll find Blaye, Castillon, Cadillac and Francs, but Bourg plays it's own game keeping separate from the others. Bruno shares why this is so and also ties into our TRENDS series with stories on the winery's sustainability, alternative packaging for local wine and other stories of his wine adventure, travels and guide to the region! Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! In this episode, we dive into the exciting world of non alcoholic wines, a rapidly growing category with impressive stats. Alcohol free, zero alcohol, alcohol removed, whatever you want to call it, these wine alternatives are claiming a regular space on wine lists at tremendous rates. Beyond grape juice, these wines have the flavors and aromas of traditional wine. But what exactly is non-alcoholic wine and should you make them part of your wine portfolio? It starts like any traditional wine, made from grapes, fermented through the sugar + yeast process to create alcohol. The magic happens when the alcohol is carefully removed, leaving all the delicious wine flavors nearly intact. We explore the three main methods: vacuum distillation, reverse osmosis, and the spinning cone technique, each with its own unique approach to preserving the essence of the wine. Non-alcoholic wines, from red wine to white wine, and rosé to sparkling wines, they are a perfect fit for many occasions, whether you're looking to cut back midweek, enjoy a brunch without the buzz, or if you're taking Ozempic and need an alternative. Tune in to learn about the process, the taste, and why non-alc wine might just be your next favorite drink! Episode Highlights: 237% growth in non-alc wine placements in just two years How non-alcoholic wines are made using vacuum distillation, reverse osmosis, and spinning cone techniques Great occasions for non-alcoholic wines: midweek resets, brunch mimosas, and more Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! Hidden sugar in wine may sound scary or gross, but there are winemakers with 100% focus on low sugar wine!. We host Madame Zero 's source of inspiration, Mathew Massey, to share how his vision for low sugar wines, Champagne to be exact, is playing out in fabulous style. Buzz words in wine from sugar free wine, zero sugar wine, no added sugar wine are all the rage. But creating wines with an intentional focus on limiting residual sugar is inherent in the Madame Zero brand. Blanc de blanc and rosé wine with Pinot Noir sparkle and shine. Founded on the principle of delivering gorgeous Champagne with limited sugar content inspired by Matt's heath-conscious mom and sister, we know you'll want to add these sparklers to your dinner menu tonight! We know you'll enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed our time with Matt exploring the vision behind Madame Zero - CHEERS to your next favorite glass of wine! Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! Do you think bottles are the only way to package wine? We're here to change the way you think about alternative packaging for wine! In the world of wine trends, packaging for wine may not be the sexiest, but we think there are some pretty cool things going on! We're not talking about ordinary wine storage boxes or wine shippers, we're talking about alternate packaging solutions for bringing wine directly to you, your table, and your glass. Wine boxes have been around for years. There's nothing really new about the concept, but there's more to the wine pouch in a box than meets the eye. Gone are the days of cheap party wine in a box, and hello are the days of some really great wine right on your wine shop's shelf. In this episode, we take Alileo 's Grillo and Syrah to task. Gold stars all around! I'd take this for a party gift any day! As for the box concept, cardboard is lighter for packaging wine than glass wine bottles, Shipping boxes filled with wine pouch bags can fill every gap in a wine shipping container. Bottles, however, result in shipping a ton of empty space even using lightweight pulp wine shippers or other environmentally friendly wine packaging. Moving beyond wine in a box, let's talk wine in a can. Not beer, but wine! More and more winemakers are taking their custom blends and prized wines and shifting away from bottles to cans. Nomadica wines are taking custom packaging to new heights. With canned wines, 3-liter boxed wines, and more, this trend-forward brand is changing the game in wine packaging. Wine bottles aren't being left behind. While at a glance, bottles may not look different, there's a trend to reduce the weight of wine bottles. We tested this ourselves and found two different bottles of bubbles were nearly 10% different in weight! Translate that to a case, a pallet, a container, and the weight savings add up quickly. Reducing the carbon footprint in the wine industry is a hot item. Lighter wine bottles are a step in the right direction. Bottle sizes play a part in the wine packaging topic. From splits to half-bottles, Jeroboam to Midas, there are numerous options beyond the traditional 750ml. We might not be able to lift or pour wine from most of them, but we're willing to give it a try! Alternate packaging for wine is no longer a symbol of cheap, low-quality wine. Plop any of these wines in gift boxes or bags with tissue paper and gift away! Your friends will thank you! Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! From Lost Grapes, to Hybrid Grapes, this episode rounds out our exploration with Noble Grapes, or Noble Wine. Read on for a short snippet of what we are covering, but tune in for all the fun! So, what exactly are Noble Grapes? Well, it depends on who you ask! One camp uses the 5 traditional Bordeaux varieties as their list. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot to be exact. We're taking a different view to cover a set of noble vines across red and white wines. Regardless of the information you search on the topic, one thing remains true. No formal definition and no regulatory guidance is defining either. So, we're exploring Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, and Merlot for red wine. And the grape varieties of Chardonnay, Riesling, and Sauvignon Blanc for white wine. These varieties are revered in the wine world from Alsace, France, to Napa Valley, California. From New York State, to South Africa. Many somms and wine educators agree , this is THE list of noble grapes! What if my favorite isn't a Noble Grape? If you don't see your favorite in this list of noble grapes wine is made from, never fear! We're hitting the highlights the diversity of each grape variety for you to decide which is your favorite, or which you'd love to explore. Other international varieties can also be considered Noble in their own right. Pinot Gris / Pinot Grigio, Pinot Blanc, Chenin Blanc, or Viognier for white wine varieties in addition to the 5 Bordeaux varieties we covered. We love the Noble Grapes and we love Noble Wines. They come in many styles, across any price, and have a vast array of required guidelines for winemaking, vineyard management, and labeling depending on where they come from. Added bonus, these grapes are some of the highest quality and most recognizable wherever you shop for wine. We're sure you've listened to all 3 episodes in this series: Lost Grapes, Hybrid Grapes, and Noble Grapes. Now get out and explore! The world of wine has so much to offer and you, our wine-loving friends, are now ready to start your next adventure! As always, we've got the perfect WINE FIND for you! The CHEVALIER aerating wine glass ! It's fun, it's functional, and it's for sure a conversation starter! BEST OFFER! ETSY 10% off to SWTW LISTENERS!!! CHECK IT OUT NOW! If you missed one of our previous episodes, we've got you covered: Hybrid Wine Grapes To The Rescue Lost Grapes: Creating Rare Wines from Near Extinction Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! It's here! Part 2 of our Wine Grapes series! In this episode, we're going beyond European Vitis Vinifera grapes to explore hybrid varieties you may never have tried! From Vidal Blanc (aptly named after it's founder, Jean Louis Vidal), a highly planted hybrid grape in New York state, to Marechal Foch growing in Minnesota, we've got it covered! Hybrid grape varieties were created to solve problems. For example in North America, they're solving problems from cold climate hardiness in frost-prone zones, to pest resistance. However, these amazing hybrid grapes aren't always associated with wine quality. They've suffered for years as winemakers of the past tried to take traditional wine production methods and transpose them to hybrids. The result was less than positive. Hybrids aren't made from grafted vines or rootstock. These are new plants born from parents of different grape species. Vitus Vinifera varieties such as Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon are cross-pollinated with grapes from American species to birth new grape varieties such as Seyval Blanc, Baco Noir, or the red wine grape, Chambourcin. Wines from red hybrid grapes have been called foxy or funky and have languished on wine shop shelves and fewer wine lists. But these grapevines are having their moment as winemakers such as Jerry Mueller of Röbller Vineyards in Missouri and Martin Polognioli, St. Croix vineyards in Minnesota, are taking a different view and letting these unique grapes tell their own stories. Listen in as we talk red hybrids, hybrid wine and all things hybrid! You'll want to pop a cork and compare these new varieties to some of your favorites. Cheers! Charisse & Kristi Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! If we asked you to name rare wines made from nearly extinct grapes, could you name any? Neither could we until we started looking beyond our local wine shop and city limit! What we discovered are entire species of wine grapes being rediscovered and replanted. They're making a comeback in vineyards from grand cru estates to small, off-the-beaten-path vineyards in the U.S. and abroad! As we kick off a three-part series on wine grapes, or grapes used to make wine, we're going back in time to explore some ancestral varietals innovative winemakers and wine brands are using for sparkling wine to still wine. We're not talking about new Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards in Bordeaux. Nor are we talking about New styles of Sauvignon Blanc in Napa Valley. We're talking obscure varietals we've never seen on a wine list or in stock at any store! This week's episode takes us to TerraVox Vineyard in Kansas City Unincorporated. In other words, outside the main city with a full view of cornfields, cows, and vineyards! Here, visionary entrepreneur and museum designer, Jerry Eisterhold, is living out his dream one case at a time. With somewhere between 40 and 60 different wine varietals soaking up the sun in the south-sloping vineyards, Jerry and winemaker, Jean-Louis Horvilleur, are testing not only varieties such as Stark Star, Favorite, Cloeta, Hidalgo, Lomanto, and many other rare grapes, they also are trying different winemaking styles to make these unique grapes shine! Why, you ask? As Jerry says, if he didn't do it, who would? Inspired by the work of American horticulturist, Thomas Volnay Munsun, most famous for introducing American rootstock to European vineyards to battle Phylloxera, some saying he saved the European wine industry, Jerry is on a quest to ensure no more varieties go extinct. Jerry and the team pursued grapes from Texas, Arkansas, U.C. Davis, and beyond. Often they weren't even sure what they received was what they ordered! Tune in to hear Jerry's story and how TerraVox creating a new product from ancient, or ancestral, grapes and putting a new spin on what you'll find in your 750ml bottle! We're certain you'll plop a few bottles in your cart! Crossing the Atlantic, we're not stopping to visit the great Domaine and Chateau of France. We're not even stopping in Piedmont to pick up a few bottles of Barolo or Barbaresco. We're heading to Spain, Catalunya to be exact, to visit Familia Torres and check out their Varietat Recuperada project. That's all we're sharing! You'll have to listen in for the story! Stay tuned for Chapter 2: Hybrids and Chapter 3: Noble Grapes! These are episodes we know you don't want to miss! We're so thankful for your continued support! We'd love for you to be part of our growth by liking our episodes and commenting. More importantly, SHARING our podcast with all of your wine-loving friends! Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! It's hot in Texas so what better way to beat the heat than to take a trip to visit wineries in Marlborough. New Zealand that is. The Marlborough wine region is booming and going beyond Sauvignon Blanc. Cellar doors offer tastings and tours of some of the best wines from NZ. The family estate of Te Whare Ra is our stop on today's episode just a minute drive outside of Blenheim. If you think New Zealand wine is a one-trick pony, tune in as Anna Flowerday takes us on a tour of aromatic whites from Pinot Gris to Gewurztraminer. In the cellar door overlooking Te Whare Ra 's vineyards, Anna guides us through their thoughtfully curated collection of wine. We start with Rosé and finish with Pinot Noir, but the aromatic whites in between may just be the stars of the show. In addition to Te Whare Ra, we visited legendary wineries from Cloudy Bay to Mahi in the Blenheim area of the Wairau Valley. Marlborough wineries should be on your wine tours and travel wish list. And don't forget the other wine regions of New Zealand from Central Otago and Canterbury in the south to Hawke's Bay and Auckland in the north. Each winery is unique and has its own story to tell about New Zealand wine. And the food you'll find takes everything next level! Happy 4th of July and don't forget to let us know how much you're enjoying every episode by COMMENTING on your fave podcast platform! Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! When wine podcasts turn one year old, their hosts celebrate like normal people would! Somm Women Talk Wine podcast hosts Charisse and Kristi take time in this episode to reminisce about the wine regions, wine tastings, wine industry interviews, and all of the other wine world topics from favorites to those most challenging. What else would a sommelier cover on a wine show? The wines from Napa Valley to the rare tinturier wines of Minnesota, SWTW is truly meant for the wine lover in all of us. But not in the formal, fancy way. Episodes of SWTW are fun, down to earth and nerdy all wrapped into the perfect wine enthusiast podcast! Join us for our one-year birthday, anniversary, or whatever you want to call it! We're celebrating the milestone over a bottle of Charisse's "ah ha" moment wine - Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc. But not any bottle, a special bottle all the way from New Zealand, the Te Koko 2021 Sauv Blanc! Our favorite of all the points we cover is always our Wine Find. You'll have to tune into the entire episode to find out our personal favorites! Cheers to an amazing first year of Somm Women Talk Wine and to many more grapes in our glass! Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! In this exciting episode of Somm Women Talk Wine , we are honored to have Chris Keel, the owner of Put A Cork In It, a favorite Fort Worth wine shop, and a Vinitaly Ambassador, as our guest. Join us as we deep dive the world of lesser-known white Italian wines, revealing the hidden gems that make Italy the "go to" location for wine enthusiasts. While Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc often steal the spotlight, Italy's diverse wine regions offer a plethora of unique white wines that deserve way more attention than they receive. Chris Keel, with his deep expertise in Italian wines, takes us through a curated selection from regions from the north in Piedmont, Alto Adige, and Venezia Giulia, south to La Marche and Campagnia. Chris kicks off our exploration with Gavi from Piedmont made with the Cortese grape, and we deep dive into the aromatic Soave from Veneto crafted from Garganega. While we don't specifically cover it, we highly recommend your wine exploration can continue into Venezia Giulia, discovering the unique characteristics of grapes that thrive in this picturesque region. Our journey continues in the northern region of Alto Adige, known for its crisp, citrusy wines. Here, wines include the vibrant flavors of Trebbiano and the fresh, light notes of local Pinot Bianco wines. We travel a bit south to explore the versatility of Vermentino from Liguria and Sardinia, and the rich, complex flavors of wines from Campania such as Greco, Fiano, and Falanghina. Moving further south to Lazio, near Rome, Chris educates on how the region's unique terroir influences its distinctive white wines including Grechetto and Trebbiano. This region is increasing its focus on natural wine, a growing movement that emphasizes organic and sustainable winemaking practices, offering wine lovers an authentic and unadulterated tasting experience. While we don't touch on them, we cannot forget the classic red wines like Chianti (Sangiovese), Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir, as well as the effervescent joy of sparkling wine. But stop in and visit Chris. He'll provide valuable tips on selecting great wines at an affordable price, making the world of Italian wines accessible to everyone. Whether you are a seasoned wine connoisseur or a curious novice, this episode is packed with recommendations to enhance your wine journey. So, pour yourself a glass of your favorite Italian white wine, sit back, and join us on Somm Women Talk Wine as we uncover the rich tapestry of Italy's lesser-known white wines. Let Chris Keel's passion and expertise guide you through this delightful exploration, and get ready to discover new favorites that will elevate your wine-tasting experience. Cheers to the vibrant world of Italian white wines! Join Put A Cork In It's Monthly Italian Wine Club today! Tune in now and read on for a deep dive into the captivating stories and flavors that make Italy's white wines truly exceptional. Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! Ever wonder what it takes to create a new California Sparkling Wine? Tune in as Somm Women Talk Wine interviews Weston Eidson and Russell Bevan, two world-renowned winemakers who partnered on Weston's vision to create magic in a bottle of bubbles. Created in the traditional method with a whole lot of patience and more blending and tasting than one can imagine, this wine is a passion project for perfection. In this episode of Somm Women Talk Wine, Weston and Russell take us through the exciting journey of creating Westborn. From selecting the perfect sites in Napa Valley, Russian River Valley and throughout the North Coast wine region, to blending countless barrels of wine, they share the meticulous process behind crafting the exact style, flavor, and experience Weston envisioned years ago. Their passion is palpable, and while we can’t pop the cork or sabre a bottle just yet, we’re certain it will be ethereal! Both Weston and Russell are familiar voices on SWTW, and we’re grateful for their continued support of our podcast. Russell previously shared his enthusiasm for his PerUs project during the height of 2023's harvest. Missed it? No worries! Listen again here: Russell Bevan: Winemaking . We also had an unforgettable live podcast with Weston, featuring his Silver Ghost and Montagu Pinot Noir. It was our first live recording, and we had a blast. Check it out: Weston Eidson: A Live Chat with the Winemaker and His "Vertical" . We can’t wait to get our hands on a bottle of Westborn, but until then, we’re thrilled to share the story behind this exceptional sparkling wine from two of the industry’s most respected winemakers. If you're like us and cannot wait, here's the link to explore becoming a club member before the first bottles of Westborn ship ! What’s a Somm Women Talk Wine episode without a WINE FIND? This time, we’re highlighting COLORED WINE GLASSES! Whether you opt for the luxurious Estelle or the cute, fun, and affordable options by TOSSWARE on Amazon , you're sure to elevate your table setting. Cheers to the debut of a fabulous California Sparkling Wine – Westborn! Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! Temperatures are heating up and our natural instinct is to shift from red to white wine to tame the sweltering summer temperatures. SWTW takes on the task of finding the perfect chilled summer red wines perfect for every occasion! From Lambrusco to Syrah and a few in between, we hit the highlights so you, too, can pop the cork on red wine throughout the dog days of summer. Tune in for a few of our summer wine suggestions. What are the key elements which make a red variety perfect for serving at cooler temperatures (45-55 F)? High acidity, red fruit flavors, thin skins for low tannins, and lower alcohol! Winemakers pick grapes at the perfect point, likely on the early side, to achieve the crunchy, bright, light, fruity, summer red wine style needed to put on the chill. There's truly nothing better than a light bodied red served chilled on a summer evening. Lambrusco is a moderately fizzy red made in the same way as Prosecco. Grape varieties are little known Maestri, Marani, Montericco, and Salamino and translate to vibrant fuchsia deliciousness in the glass. Gamay, most famous in Beaujolais as well as Pinot Noir are definitely in the perfect wheelhouse for summer chillables! SWTW faves include Louis Jadot Beaujolais Village and our previous guest Morét-Brealynn Wines Pinot Noir. What's not to love!?! The most surprising star of the summer chilled summer red wine show is cool climate Syrah! We'll let you listen in to the story, but Division Wine Co's Gamine wins our vote along with Unison Vineyard's New Zealand "And Relax "! Chilling red summer wines is all the rage from New York state to South Africa! Summer is here and we think it's the perfect time to put the chill on a great bottle of fruity red and sip your way through the season! Cheers! Charisse & Kristi Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! A Cali girl through and through, Morét Brealynn, has done it all when it comes to wine. From tasting room host to marketeer. From event planner to any odd task she could get involving grapes. Her passion and experience from some of the top wineries in Napa and Sonoma (you’ll have to listen to learn which ones!) gave her a phenomenal foundation the good ole fashioned way - OJT (on the job training). Moving into her fourth harvest as the head winemaker for her own label, Morét-Brealynn Wines, Morét now calls the shots. We think she’s pretty darned good at it too! With a refined palette and passion for California Pinot Noir, she’s tackling everything from purchasing barrels to walking the vineyards to identify the exact moment of perfect ripeness of the grapes in her wines. Her fingerprint translates to wines which are seductive, yet playful. Linked to tradition, yet innovative. All with her own personal touch. Giving back and having fun is also key in who Morét is and what she represents as a female as well as a minority (100% Mexican) in the industry. She also serves as a Board Member of Wine Women, a women focused non profit and supports local animal shelters in her free time. When a glass of wine isn’t in her hands, you’ll likely find a golf club there instead. She truly is the Queen of California Pinot Noir We know your curiosity is piqued and you’ll want to try Morét-Brealynn Wines for yourself - good news! Simply go to https://moretbrealynnwines.com and use SOMMWOMEN in the coupon code for 20% off all individual wines! (Bundles excluded) Join us as we explore Morét’s journey from the tasting room to head winemaker - of course it wouldn’t be Somm Women Talk Wine without a little fun along the way! Cheers! Charisse & Kristi Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! What possibly could Captain Cook‘s exploration of the Fiordland of New Zealand’s South Island and world class wine have in common? Greg Hay, Wet Jacket Wine’s own Captain, leads the team toward a vision of precision, exploration and legacy. Hay founded several of Central Otago’s renowned wineries (Chard Farm and Peregrine). With Wet Jacket, he set out to do something more visionary to fulfill a spirituality in his quest to link land and sea. Wet Jacket’s lineup breaks the stigma of New Zealand = Sauvignon Blanc. For those who have the opportunity to explore, seeing the breadth of gorgeous whites and legendary Pinot Noir in the Central Otago area brings a completely different perspective. Pinot Gris from the Wet Jacket and Puntangi labels delivers depth and complexity with floral and crisp fruits. Way beyond a porch pounding PG, these wines deserve contemplation to unravel their layers. Our exploration of Wet Jacket’s wines extends across a wide array of aromatic whites, legendary varietals such as Chardonnay and Syrah. We delve into the Central Otago expression of Pinot Noir, but not without multiple layers of Captain Hay’s magician-like touch. There is a personal feel to what the wines deliver. The legacy, and the vision of what has transpired since Wet Jacket’s inception less than a decade ago is nothing less than well rooted in something ethereal, from the cosmos. It’s almost like the wines become part of you in telling their story. For more of the story, visit: Spirituality in a Quest for Wine » WINE WIZE (wine-wize.com) Cheers! Charisse & Kristi Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! So many buzzwords fly around sustainability, organics, biodynamics and renenerative wine viticulture and viniculture it's impossible to make sense of it all. What better way to break it all down than to hear from the expert team at Greystone in Wiapara, Canterbury, New Zealand? Stephen McGowan, Sales and Marketing Director, give an insiders tour from the land to a Birdseye view of the property and explains how regenerative principles drive amazingly good wines. And, most importantly, allow the team to leave the land better than they found it. Our interview continues with Gavin Tait, winemaker, who explains his approach to incorporating regenerative principles as far as fermenting wines out in the vineyard. And wait until you hear how they taste! Greystone is truly a Summa Cum Laude student of regenerative farming and their passion shows through in our interview. We cannot thank them enough for sharing their passion and for leaving a legacy for years to come! For more information on Greystone, check out the rest of their story on their website. Cheers and enjoy! Charisse & Kristi Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! What better way to celebrate the culinary and beverage geniouses of Fort Worth, TX than to partner with the James Beard Foundation? We think there is nothing better and Charisse and Kristi were honored to serve as podcast sponsors for the event held at Colonial Country Club on March 4. With microphones in hand, the two took to task catching chefs and vendors before the kickoff of the 1.5 hour cocktail party. The entire list of participants and sponsors can be found on the Colonial Culinary Classic website, but here is are the interviewees for this episode! Chef Martin Meadows - Colonial Country Club Chef Jon Bonnell - Bonnell's , Waters, Jon's Grill, Buffalo Bros Chef Blaine Staniford - 61 Osteria , Grace, Little Red Wasp Chef Jenny Castor - Luckybee Kitchen Chef Rodrigo Cárdenas - Don Artemio Chef Maricsa Trejo - La Casita Bakeshop Chef Juan Rodrigues - Magdalena's Matt Jacquinot - Holladay Bourbon Ashley Austin & Keith Beardsley - Delicato Family Wines Stacie Pearlman - Lalo Tequila Grant Morgan - Hotel Drover Faith Fulginiti - Wilson Daniels Masumi Pinto - Fort Brewery Olivia Jacobs - Remus Bourbon Whiskey A special shout out to Chef Amy McNutt of Maiden , Spiral Diner, and Dreamboat Donuts & Scoops for representing the Vegan community so well! We'll get her on an upcoming podcast for sure! There are many other chefs and vendors well deserving of a shout out - y'all did amazing! Varsity Communications , led by Dick Stephens, partnered with Jeremy Lamb, Colonial Somm and F&B manager along with the Charles Schwab Challenge to bring this event to Ft. Worth and Colonial for the 2nd year. This year was every bit as exciting and we know you'll want to join next year after hearing about it from our guests! We would be absolutely remiss to not mention the James Beard Foundation who inspires the culinary scene all over the US through education, inspiration, support and scholarship. Funds raised at the event go toward financial support for young women who want to enter the culinary industry. We can't think of a better cause! THIS WEEK'S WINE FIND: The Parkside Flask from High Camp Flasks! CLICK HERE TO GET ONE WITH OUR SWTW DISCOUNT! Use discount code SOMMWOMENTALKWINE to save 15%! Thanks again for your support and please share with all of your friends and fellow wine lovers! You, our community, make everything we do happen! Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! 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 WIZ E, wine education for business and service industry professionals! Cheers! Charisse and Kristi Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! 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! Cheers and, as always, LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE! Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
Sip, share, shape our podcast! 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 Support the show Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration! Instagram: @somm_women_talk_wine @kristiwinenerd @charissehenryfw @kmayfield109 All episodes are also on our website: SommWomenTalkWine Charisse and Kristi
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