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…
People think that wine glasses are just for drinking wine. Well, I suppose that is the main function and they handle that responsibility very well. But, there are other uses that wine glasses can function. As a fish tank for instance. Think of it...you could have a 20 ounce fish…
Who invents these things? and what experience do they have that gets them to the point that they can invent these things? Entrepreneurs are a crafty bunch. They dream. They test themselves. They switch gears on the fly. So goes the story of Greg Lambrecht, the inventor of the Coravin…
Welcome to another fascinating episode of Wine Talks with Paul Kay, featuring an insightful conversation with luxury wine growth strategist Charlotte Sell. In this podcast, we dig deep into the evolving world of luxury wine, brand management, and the crucial role of customer retention in the wine industry. Paul Kalemkiarian,…
Welcome to the Wine Talks Podcast! This episode truly blew my mind and had me rethinking everything I thought I knew about the wine industry. Host Paul Kalemkiarian sits down with the brilliant Barbara Gorder, president of Undisclosed Location (Unlo), to uncover the untold stories and fast-paced evolution happening in…
Wine glasses are an important part of the wine experience. Ever taste a wine in a plastic tumbler? In fact, at the end of the movie Sideways, Miles is seen sitting in a diner with a French Bordeaux, Chateau Cheval Blanc (which is mostly Merlot by the way), and is…
Welcome to Wine Talks with Paul K, where in this special episode, host Paul Kalemkiarian sits down with Mark Shannon of Amano Wines—recorded all the way from the charming town of Noce in Puglia, Italy! This episode is a true celebration of Italian wine culture, delving deep into the heart…
Wine is about the humanity. This concept hit me on a flight home from Rome. I was watching a movie and started to weep. I realized the human soul needs passion, passion forsomething; maybe another person, maybe a lifestyle, maybe a career, but passion drives our will. And wine is…
Prepare to be amazed and inspired by one of the most innovative conversations happening in the wine world today! In this captivating episode of Wine Talks, host Paul Kalemkiarian sits down with Abby Bogle, owner and CEO of Small Lot Bottles, to dive deep into the world of wine fractionalization…
