Dominique Arangoits wasn’t born among grand cru vineyards or Bordeaux’s famed châteaux, but in the rugged Basque Country near the Spanish border, where family tradition meant tending a modest vineyard for homemade wine. Raised in the mountains, his first relationship with wine was simple and personal—his grandfather’s small plot was…
This is a true story. in 1989, Michael Houlihan came to my office. He had a vision of wine brand (the story of why he had a vision is crazy in itself). He wanted to create a wine named Barefoot Cellars. He had found the name from a deunct brand…
In as large as the wine trade is, it is really a small, tight knit industry. It takes a certain love of the lifestyle, the product and the people to survive, or shall I say flourish. I've been following the career and passion of Master of Wine Isabelle Legeron. So…
Prepare to be amazed by this episode of Wine Talks: " Host Paul Kalemkiarian sits down with the incredibly dynamic Laurent David, a visionary who perfectly bridges two worlds most people wouldn’t expect to collide: cutting-edge technology and the centuries-old traditions of winemaking. From the moment the conversation begins, you’ll…
Dive deep into the ever-evolving world of wine with the latest episode of Wine Talks, featuring Paul Mabray, President & CEO of Pix, alongside host Paul Kalemkiarian. Broadcasting from Monroeville, California and connecting all the way up the Napa Valley, this episode delivers insights that both industry insiders and passionate…
Ever wonder who these guys are and if they are for real. Here is story of a guy who wants to impress his girlfriend of his expertise in French wine. It doesn't take long for him to switch gears.
THe movie Sideways change the landscspe of wine forever...well, at least for 30 years. One simple line that an actor recites in a parking lot, no more than 10 seconds worth, clobbered Merlot sales for 30 years. It wasn't meant to be anything. Just a line. Just as passing frustration.…
Marvin Meyers was a famed cartoonist in the 1970's and he loved wine. He created an entire series of single-cell cartoons on the subject. I am bringing them to life one at a time....they make me laugh
If you're curious about what makes a great wine—or just love hearing stories from inside legendary Bordeaux châteaux—you have to watch this conversation between Cyprien Champanhet from Château Haut-Bailly and Paul Kalemkiarian. Honestly, I didn’t expect to be so drawn in. From the start, Cyprien Champanhet shares a window into…
Crazy story. Walter Georis wrote the soundtrack to the iconic surf film, The Endless Summer. With desires to make it big in music, the soundtrack would be their swan song in show business. What happens after, is shear career poetry. I have to tell you that sitting down with Walter…
Wine branding is slow. It is different than other products; more rules, a limited set of consumers, and big brands standing in your way. These are the typical headwinds; unless your Samvel Hakobyan. I am convinced, despite the current tone of nah sayers and industry pundits looking for some kind…
It is time to tell some stories of the Somm. Curated from 100's of stories tableside by some of the most famous Somms in the trade. Welcome to Lego-Style Sommeliers in Action — a wine comedy series where fine dining, restaurant life, and sommelier service are recreated with tiny plastic…
Absolutely captivated by Armenia! In this episode of Wine Talks, host Paul Kalemkiarian sits down with the inspiring Sirian Boghossian—an expert in tourism and marketing whose stories truly invite you to see Armenia in a whole new light. If you’re curious about travel, culture, wine, or just places with soul,…
The Sizzle, Smoke, and Soul of a Paris, Texas Tradition If you love the aroma of slow-smoked meats, the buzz of friendly competition, and the sound of laughter rising over picnic tables in small-town America, you’re about to feel right at home. This episode of “Wine Talks with Paul K.”…
Wine is family. True wine, true expression, true passion only comes from the support of the family. Not just your blood relatives, but the family of wine. One who is in the trade and has an earnest appreciation for the value of an honest wine, is welcome all over the…
On a memorable night that blended the anticipation of a first date with the timeless allure of romance, two individuals find themselves exploring the subtle dance of attraction and authenticity. The evening begins with a compliment from a generic boyfriend whose genuine observation—"You have really pretty eyes"—sets the stage for…
Here I show up in this poor girl's shower because she just doesn't understand the ramifications of drinking substandard wine. I am on a mission to clean up the wine being drunk no matter the environment.
I think wine should be fun...but is it funny? Here I test a few wine jokes on an unsuspecting audience, they thought they were there for a serious wine event....oh, well!
In this captivating episode, “WT Rita Rosa Audio MJ,” host Paul Kalemkiarian is joined by the dynamic wine export consultant and entrepreneur Rita Rosa. Get ready for a truly global conversation, packed with SEO-rich keywords like “Nigerian wine market,” “wine pairing,” “African wine,” “Bordeaux,” “female entrepreneurs in wine,” and “wine…
Are you passionate about entrepreneurship and dream making? Meet Adam Kablanian, tech entrepreneur turned winemaker, sharing his inspiring startup story on Wine Talks! In this episode, you’ll discover how Adam took his Silicon Valley success and boldly invested over $10 million to build Alexandria Winery in Armenia, putting Armenian wine…
Welcome to this special Thanksgiving episode of “Wine Talks”! I’m Paul Kalemkiarian, and today I’m taking you behind the scenes, sharing personal reflections, wine industry insights, and some heartfelt gratitude that I hope will resonate with wine lovers and those just beginning their journey alike. I kick things off with…
In 1974, a French MD wrote "Wine Is The Best Medicine" In the chronicles a long list of human ailments and the corresponding wine to help cure or relieve the symptoms of these very ailments. Of course, if we drink enought wine, we may not cure the ailment but we…
It is a dream for many people to pick up and move to another country. Virtually, no one acts on that dream. Steve Hoffman did. And it seems it takes a certain type of partner, a certain type of children and a certain type of risk tolerance. What do you…
