GuildSomm Podcast

GuildSomm

Wine Podcasts from GuildSomm with various guests.

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102 episodes
Updated July 21

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Jun 13, 2023 · 1 hr
Sustainability in Champagne
In our latest podcast, MS Christopher Tanghe interviews Ruinart Chef de Caves Frédéric Panaïotis. They unpack the effects of climate change in Champagne and discuss the ways that Ruinart and other Champagne houses are adapting and pursuing...
May 9, 2023 · 52 min
New Zealand with Cameron Douglas
In this episode, MS Christopher Tanghe speaks with New Zealand expert MS Cameron Douglas. They cover all things New Zealand, including the country’s winemaking regions, the still-important role of Sauvignon Blanc, and the wide range of styles being...
Apr 25, 2023 · 54 min
Tasting with Chuck Nix and Lindsay Thomas
Our blind tasting bonus episode is back! In this month's installment, GuildSomm Education Director MS Christopher Tanghe speaks with sommeliers Chuck Nix and Lindsay Thomas about how they approach blind tasting. Chuck is the sommelier and service...
Apr 11, 2023 · 1 hr 4 min
Tannin Management with Nick Gislason
In this episode, MS Christopher Tanghe speaks with Nick Gislason, director of winemaking and viticulture at Screaming Eagle and co-owner and brewer at Hanabi Lager Company, about tannin management in wine. Chris and Nick discuss how tannins in wine...
Mar 14, 2023 · 1 hr 1 min
Chile with Lizzy Butler
In this episode, MS Christopher Tanghe discusses the wines of Chile with Elizabeth Butler, the director of wine at importing company Vine Connections. Lizzy oversees education for Vine Connections' wine portfolio, which focuses on Chile and...
Feb 14, 2023 · 39 min
Demystifying Reduction with Thomas Savre
In this episode, MS Chris Tanghe speaks with Thomas Savre, the director of winemaking and viticulture at Lingua Franca Winery in the Willamette Valley. They discuss reduction, particularly in Chardonnay, unpacking a complex topic that is often...
Jan 31, 2023 · 53 min
Tasting with Alexandra Stang and Matthew Dulle
In our new tasting episode, GuildSomm Education Director MS Christopher Tanghe talks to Advanced Sommeliers Matthew Dulle and Alexandra Stang about their perspectives on blind tasting. Matt is based in Healdsburg, CA, where he is the director of sales...
Jan 10, 2023 · 1 hr 39 min
Reflections on 2022
In our new podcast episode, Christopher Tanghe takes a look back at 2022 with guests Audrey Frick, Jonathan Eichholz, and Samantha Cole-Johnson. They discuss trends in wine and spirits, the state of the hospitality industry, wine law updates, and...
Dec 13, 2022 · 1 hr 7 min
Chartreuse with Paul Einbund
In our final podcast episode of the year, MS Chris Tanghe interviews Chartreuse expert and sommelier Paul Einbund. Paul is the owner of The Morris and co-owner of Maison Nico in San Francisco. Paul and Chris discuss all things Chartreuse, offering an...
Nov 29, 2022 · 44 min
Tasting with GuildSomm: Justyna Brewczyk and Michael Markarian
In this month’s tasting episode, MS Chris Tanghe talks to Justyna Brewczyk and Michael Markarian about their approaches to blind tasting. Justyna is a Houston-based WSET Diploma graduate and a Certified Sommelier through the Court of Master...
Nov 15, 2022 · 49 min
GuildSomm Podcast en Español: Rioja with Alberto Gil
In our latest Spanish-language podcast, Elisa Errea speaks with Alberto Gil about all things Rioja. Alberto Gil is a journalist and the coauthor of "Rioja: Vinos Silenciosos." Elisa Errea is a Madrid-based wine educator and consultant. Thanks for...
Oct 26, 2022 · 35 min
Tasting with GuildSomm: Alyssa Champagne and Jim Bube
In this month's tasting episode, MS Chris Tanghe speaks with Alyssa Champagne and MS Jim Bube about their approaches to blind tasting. Alyssa is based in Boston and has worked in various capacities in restaurants and retail over the past decade. Jim...
Oct 18, 2022 · 42 min
Wine Tech Part 2: Winemaker and Author Nicolas Quillé MW
In this episode, MS Chris Tanghe speaks with MW Nicolas Quillé, co-author with MW David Bird of Understanding Wine Technology, 4th Edition. Nicolas was born in Lyon, France, and has worked as a winemaker across the globe. He is currently...
Oct 11, 2022 · 34 min
Wine Tech Part 1: Tony Cha of Alfred Technologies
In this episode, MS Chris Tanghe interviews Tony Cha, a consultant for Alfred Technologies, about the state of technology in beverage management. Tony, who previously co-founded BinWise, discusses prior technological advancements for beverage...
Sep 28, 2022 · 21 min
Tasting with GuildSomm: Paz Levinson
In this episode, GuildSomm board member Daniela Frison and Argentinean sommelier Paz Levinson return to provide a recap in English of their conversation on our first-ever Spanish-language episode last month. Listen in as Paz shares her blind tasting...
Sep 13, 2022 · 56 min
Regenerative Farming
In this episode, we dive into the complex topic of regenerative agriculture with two experts in the field. First, Jenny Hemmer speaks with Meghan Zobeck, the winemaker at Burgess Cellars in the Napa Valley. Next, MS Chris Tanghe talks to Nate Ready of...
Aug 23, 2022 · 50 min
Tasting with GuildSomm in Spanish: Daniela Frison & Paz Levinson
In our first-ever podcast in Spanish, GuildSomm board member Daniela Frison and Argentinean sommelier Paz Levinson discuss all things blind tasting. Dani is the founder of Le Vin Nécessaire, a wine consulting business. Paz is the head executive...
Aug 9, 2022 · 31 min
Cork with Carlos de Jesus
In this episode, MS Chris Tanghe 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...
Jul 26, 2022 · 34 min
Tasting with GuildSomm: Ray Sholes & Kelli White
In this month's tasting episode, MS Chris Tanghe sits down with Ray Sholes 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...
Jul 12, 2022 · 1 hr 1 min
Consumer Trends
In this episode, GuildSomm Executive Director Jenny Hemmer 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,...