Wally’s Wine Director Reveals Wine Intel You Won’t Hear Elsewhere | Robert Vardanian

Do you ever feel like a glass of wine could shift perspective? 

In this episode of Wine Talks, Paul K sits down with Robert Vardanian, Director of Wine Purchasing at Wally’s, to explore the intellectual and emotional depths of wine.

From evolving retail trends to the rise of emerging wine regions like Armenia, this episode also unpacks the complexity of wine culture. Robert sheds light on the evolution of hospitality post-COVID and the growing popularity of non-alcoholic wines in dining experiences.

Whether you’re curious about how wine tells a story or want to hear the future of wine, this episode is packed with must-know wine intel.

Let’s jump right in!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Online vs. in-person wine retail trends (00:31)

Wine as an intellectual and emotional pursuit (04:57)

The enduring mystery of wine and terroir (14:26)

Robert’s role at Wally’s and the latest consumer wine trends (17:16) 

What hospitality should look like (22:06)

Breaking down wine’s complexity for the public (27:17)

What innovation in the wine industry means (35:35)

The potential of non-alcoholic wines in dining experiences (38:30)

How retail can support lesser-known wine regions (43:28)

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👉Connect with Robert on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-vardanian-82795689/

👉Visit Wally’s official website for more information: https://www.wallywine.com/

Watch or listen to these episodes:

🔸How One BAD Wine Led to a Thriving Wine Business with a TWIST | Stephanie Franklin: https://youtu.be/mmyguoWhsPY

🔸Why Premium Non-Alcoholic Wine Varieties Are Winning Over Consumers w/ Rachel Martin: https://youtu.be/eQ5vZXqlUkk

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