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Dec. 22, 2022

Who has the guts to pour Bordeaux in a Napa Tasting room? Sharon Kazan Harris does.

Sharon Kazan Harris tells it like it is. She is unabashed in her opinion of what is happening in the wine trade and Napa particularly. With a home in Bordeaux France, she carries with her an appreciation of the old and new world wines and brings to the table this…

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Dec. 20, 2022

After an incurable prostate cancer diagnosis, he turned his passion for winemaking to raise funds.

Imagine the diagnosis; “you have terminal prostate cancer.” Now what? Listen to this emotional testimony by Dr. Bob (Pulmonologist with the VA) as he walks us through the diagnosis, treatment, and post-realization efforts to support research through the process of raising funds with the wines he has made. Such an…

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Dec. 20, 2022

An incurable cancer diagnosis changed his life. Now, Dr. Hollander makes wine to support research

Imagine the diagnosis; “you have terminal prostate cancer.” Now what? Listen to this emotional testimony by Dr. Bob (Pulmonologist with the VA) as he walks us through the diagnosis, treatment, and post-realization efforts to support research through the process of raising funds with the wines he has made. Such an…

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Dec. 15, 2022

She quit her day job to pursue wine and never looked back. Meet Brooke Martin.

Despite Utah being one of the most strict post-prohibition states, Brooke Martin set up shop as a wine broker. Not knowing what would transpire, she just needed to make a change. Learn what it takes to go from wine enthusiast to wine influencer. She walks us through her regular day…

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Dec. 13, 2022

Justine Belle may change the concept of a winery forever.

This is one driven and intelligent individual. Fighting through racism, sexism, and bureaucracy. Justine has prevailed in creating a new organizational pro forma for the wine business. This is no easy task and is faced with unknowns. Having vast experience in hospitality (currently the Maitre d’hôtel at Comodo in Gramercy…

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Dec. 8, 2022

Translated…”The Wine Idiot”..that is what he calls himself. Meet Wine influencer Liam D’Arcy.

A man after my own heart. I had to ask…what is a “Wine Wally?” His response..”Basically, wine idiot” That made me laugh. Liam takes a unique approach to speaking on wine and is very straight forward about his goals. Teach his wine lessons live; meaning, he lets his followers in…

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Dec. 6, 2022

Adversity and perseverance frame her life. Meet wine influencer Monique Soltani.

She was in the middle of a wine episode when she got word of her husbands illness; dropped everything to raise her twin daughters. Meet Monique Soltani from off the ropes.

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Dec. 1, 2022

Follow your passion says Paige Comrie. She did and became a serious wine influencer.

Wine influencers are a thing. They are passionate about wine and know how to tell the stories. Paige Comrie is a classic example. Having been a XXXXXX, she learned of the “lifestyle” of wine and it was “Katie bar the door”. With both guns drawn, Paige set out to share…

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Nov. 25, 2022

Non-GMO spirits, who knew? Meet Mark Anderson, the largest American distiller of non-GMO spirits

Distilled spirits is an amazingly complicated market. It never ceases to amaze me how the segment can absorb another premium spirit. But this premium spirit is un unique; it is non GMO. Wine Talks recently had the guest of a GMO probiotic that helps reduce the symptoms of a hangover…now…

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Nov. 22, 2022

She is a force to be reckoned with in the wine industry, meet Tonya Pitts!

Meeting Tonya Pitts is like discovering your new favorite wine, timeless. Our conversation was captivating, rich, and full of depth and character! She is a role model to many within the wine industry and the perfect example of an excellent sommelier who goes above and beyond to bring outstanding wines…

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Nov. 17, 2022

How do you sell the famed Cheval Blanc, meet Timothée Hebrard of Chateau Trianon to find out.

The difference between old-world and new-world wineries is embedded in the story of Chateau Trianon. The Hebrard family was deeply tied to the famed Cheval Blanc in Saint Emillion but was forced to sell under certain legal ties to the property. This is real Bordeaux history. Dominque Hebrard searched for…

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Nov. 15, 2022

Wine influencer Nia Ruth brings a refreshing enthusiasm to our industry

Despite the fact we might be competitors in the wine club space, Nia brings a bubbly outlook to the world of wine influencers. She has two important features that bring the spotlight to her efforts; she is a woman, and a woman of color; both attributes the wine industry is…

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Nov. 14, 2022

Aerator Part 2

Types of Aerators and their functions. #candycrush10 #wine #winetalks #winetalkspodcast #winetok #winetoks #wineinspires #wineaerator #winetasting #winepairing #wineaerator

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Nov. 14, 2022

Aerators Part 1

A wine aerator is used to aerate the wine…. Duhhh. Aeration is oxidizing your wine. When using an aerator, the wine will then release all its aromas, and you will have rounder tannins. #wine #winetalks #winetok #winetoks #wineaerator #winedecanter #wineknowledge #wine101 #winepour #winetastingoutfit #winefunny #wineoclock🍷🍷🍷 #learnaboutwine #GenshinImpact32 #winetasting #wineaeration #winetime…

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Nov. 10, 2022

Could a genetically engineered probiotic help you feel better the day after drinking?

Would you like to end your hangover before it even starts? Would you like to mitigate any symptoms of excessive drinking? Certainly, we have all thought at some point, "I wish there was something to help keep away a hangover!" Have a listen to this. After studying classical art, archeology,…

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Nov. 9, 2022

See, Swirl, Sniff, Savor

To enjoy wine; learn the 4 S’s. Stupid, shameful, sucks, screwed up. Or, Watch this to get a more sophisticated description. #StemDrop001 #wine #winecraft #winer #winery #winetalks #whiskey #winerwinerchikandinar #winetour #winetasting #wine101 #wineknowledge #sohm #mothersclub #wineclub #wineclubs #winesubscription #winesubscriptions #winesubscriptionbox #subcriptionbox #unboxing #wineinspires #winetastingoutfit #wineofthemonth #wineofthemonthclub #winegifts #weddinggift #funnywine #redwine…

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Nov. 9, 2022

Wine Decanters Pt.2

Decanting seems like a ritual for wine aficionados and not for novices. But decanting serves two important purposes in aiding the enjoyment of wines old and new. #FomotionalFinds #wine #winetalks #winedecanter #decanter #winetime #wineoclock #winetalks #winetoks #winetasting #happyhour #losangeleswinecommunity #wineknowledge #winegifts #wineofthemonthclub #wineofthemonth #wineclub #wineclubs #winesubscription

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Nov. 9, 2022

What is a Wine Decanter?

Decan or decant? lol. Decanters serve two purposes in the enjoyment of wine. First, they aid in ensuring you have clear wine in your glass at the time of pouring, and second, they aid in the oxygenation of a young wine. #wine #winetalks #winedecanter #decanter #winetime #wineoclock #learnwithme #learnwine #winetasting…

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Nov. 8, 2022

The Corkscrew Hour. Pt 4: The Ah-SO

Ah-So?! WTH kinda name is that for a corkscrew? Find out why and how. #corks #corkdork #corkscrew #winetalks #corkhour #winetime #wineeducation #howtoopenwinebottle #howtoopenwine #wine #wineeducation #howto #winelovers #winetasting #winewednesday #ah-so #ahsocorkscrew #winehacks #winetricks #corkscrewtricks #corkscrewhacks

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Nov. 8, 2022

The Corkscrew Hour. Pt 2: Picnic Corkscrew

Picnic corkscrews come in all shapes and sizes. Some are bigger than others. #corks #corkdork #corkscrew #winetalks #corkhour #winetime #wineeducation #howtoopenwine #howtoopenwinebottle #howto #educationalwinevideo #wine #winelove #wineappreciation #winelovers #wineknowledge #winetasting #wineusa #winewednesday #picniccork

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Nov. 8, 2022

The Corkscrew Hour. Pt 3: Two-Arm Corkscrew

Here’s how to use the two-arm corkscrew…. toss it. It’s junk. #c#corksc#corkdorkc#corkscreww#winetalksc#corkhourw#winetimew#wineeducationh#howtoopenwineh#howtoopenwinebottleh#howtoe#educationalwinevideow#winew#winelovew#wineappreciationw#wineloversw#wineknowledgew#winetastingw#wineusaw#winewednesdaypicniccorkscrew

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Nov. 8, 2022

The Corkscrew Hour. Pt 1: The Waiter's Corkscrew

The ever elusive properly functioning corkscrew. I am tryin’ to tell y’all, the best corkscrew is the good ól fashioned waiters….see here. #c#corksc#corkdorkc#corkscreww#winetalksc#corkhourw#winetimew#wineeducationh#howtoopenwineh#howtoopenwinebottleh#howtoe#educationalwinevideow#winew#winelovew#wineappreciationw#wineloversw#wineknowledgew#winetastingw#wineusawinewednesday #howtoopenwine #winebottleopener #openwine

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Nov. 8, 2022

Education, practical experience, and passion drives Dr. Lee.

Dr. Clinton Lee joins Wine Talks to talk about his mission to give access to education through the institute he founded, the Asia Pacific Wine and Spirit Institute. Dr. Lee is articulate and passionate bringing a holistic approach to not only what is in the glass, but what it takes…

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Nov. 7, 2022

The Cork Hour. Pt 3: The Cork

Did you know that the cork in your wine bottle is made of bark? Actual oak tree bark grew in Portugal and Spain. It is also the source of wines that are “tainted.” Learn the various styles of cork and become a cork aficionado! #FlexEveryAngle #wineonlynow #wineedition #wineclub #wineenthusiasts #winetalks…

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