GuildSomm Podcasts

In this episode, MS user2217 speaks with Carlos de Jesus of APCOR, the Portuguese cork association, to discuss the sustainability, new technologies, and future of cork closures. The insights Carlos shares build on our May conversation with Ruinart Chef de Cave Frédéric Panaïotis, who explained how cork closures are being used in Champagne for lees aging today.

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In this month's tasting episode, MS user2217 sits down with user15606 of Michael's Genuine in Miami. Ray shares his approach to blind tasting and how he applies it to his buying habits for the restaurant's list. Then, GuildSomm Executive Director user44752 speaks with GuildSomm alum user10911 to hear her perspective on the blind tasting skillset. Kelli is the director of education for Meadowood in Napa Valley and the…

In this episode, GuildSomm Executive Director user44752 speaks with Rob McMillan and Philana Bouvier to explore consumer trends in the beverage industry. Rob is the executive vice president and founder of Silicon Valley Bank’s Wine Division, which publishes the annual State of the Wine Industry Report. Philana is a visionary leader and the president of Demeine Estates in Napa Valley.

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In this month's tasting episode, MS user2217 sits down with MS user7528 to discuss her approach to blind tasting, why it’s an important skill to hone as a beverage professional, and how she overcame her own "blind" spots. Learn more about Mia in the bio below and by listening to this great conversation.

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In this episode, Master Sommelier Chris Tanghe chats with Amanda Barnes about what's new and exciting in Argentine wine. Amanda’s new book, The South America Wine Guide, offers a comprehensive look at the wines of Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Brazil, Bolivia, and Peru. It explores not only regions and producers but also cuisines and places of interest. The book is available in both print and digital versions …

In this episode of the Tasting with GuildSomm series, longtime member user9545 speaks with user19825 about the development of his blind tasting methods, how to find mentors and study groups, and how he became the first Idaho resident to pass the CMS Advanced Exam. Ryan also leads a blind tasting of one wine; can you discern the grape, region, and vintage based on Ryan's description?

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We're adding a regular tasting series to the GuildSomm podcast! In addition to our monthly wine topics, we'll be releasing monthly podcast episodes devoted to the theme of tasting. We'll cover a wide spectrum of tasting subjects, including blind tasting study methods, challenging comparatives, full-length tasting sessions with GuildSomm members, and more.

To kick off the first episode in this new series, Director…

In this episode, Master Sommelier user2217 explores the vast world of rum. First, he interviews Shawn Martin, distillery manager of Papa's Pilar Rum in Key West, who discusses the production methods used to make myriad styles of rum. Then, Chris speaks with Ian Burrell, the global rum ambassador, about rum's origins in the Caribbean, how the colonial power of the Royal Navy informs the legacy of rum, and how the category…

In this episode, we explore two wine regions in the northeastern United States. While Vermont and northern New York State are both located in the extremes of viticultural viability, both regions have emerged as hubs of quality wine production. user2217 interviews Master Sommelier user7830 about his winemaking venture in northwestern Vermont and then speaks with Meaghan Frank about her family's multi-generational winemaking…

In light of Becky Wasserman’s passing last month, we are rereleasing this 2019 conversation Becky had with our staff writer, user14789. Becky had a profound impact on the careers, palates, and personal lives of wine professionals across the globe. She will be remembered as a champion of the underdog and a pioneer who opened wine industry doors for small producers, for women, and for Burgundy.

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In this episode, the GuildSomm team delves into rosé wines and white wines made with skin contact. First, user14789 interviews Master of Wine user44022 about all things rosé. They discuss pink wine's varied and often misunderstood production methods, whether a rosé's color connotes quality, and Elizabeth's recommendations for emerging rosé-producing regions. Later, user2217 interviews 

In this episode, we discuss wine pairings on multiple dimensions. First, user14789 interviews Master of Wine user33310 about her career as a classical pianist and how her first passion inspired the topic of her MW Research Paper: pairing Champagne with classical music. Then, Bryce and user2217 dive into a friendly debate to settle the question of whether wine and food pairings are all they’re cracked up to be.

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In this episode, we discuss managing a vineyard from the perspective of two winemakers. user14789 interviews Morgan Twain-Peterson of Bedrock Wine Co. about the benefits and challenges of working with old vines, and user2217 speaks with Matt Crafton of Chateau Montelena about the technical, environmental, and financial considerations behind replanting a vineyard to new vines. 

This month’s blind tasting segment with user…

In this episode, GuildSomm Interim Executive Director user2217 interviews two entrepreneurs who specialize in east Asian beverages. Master Sommelier user4903 discusses how his company, KMS Imports, is creating a market for Korean soju and other artisanal beverages in the US. Later, Todd Bellomy describes the production process and styles of sake and the vision behind Farthest Star Sake, his forthcoming sake brewery in the Boston…

For our fourth and final episode in the series, GuildSomm Director of Strategic Partnerships user19825 interviews Kevin…

For our third episode in the series, GuildSomm director of operations and editor user22151 speaks with Marie Keep, founder…

For our second episode in the series, GuildSomm Interim Executive Director user2217 interviews user2761 about his wine…

In this episode, the GuildSomm team explores wines made from fruit other than grapes. Stacy Ladenburger interviews Michael Terrien about his Maine blueberry wine label, Bluet, and co-fermentation projects at his Sonoma Winery, Obsidian Ridge, and user2217 speaks with user35287 about her family's meadery in Ferndale, Michigan. The episode closes with another opportunity for listeners to practice blind tasting, in a conversation…

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