GuildSomm Podcast

GuildSomm

Wine Podcasts from GuildSomm with various guests.

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102 episodes
Updated July 21

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Jun 28, 2022 · 26 min
Tasting with GuildSomm: Blind Wine with Mia Van de Water MS
In this month's tasting episode, MS Chris Tanghe sits down with Mia Van de Water to discuss her approach to blind tasting, why it’s an important skill to hone as a beverage professional, and how she overcame her own "blind" spots. Mia is the head of...
Jun 15, 2022 · 38 min
Argentina with Amanda Barnes
In this episode, Master Sommelier Chris Tanghe chats with Amanda Barnes about what's new and exciting in Argentine wine. Amanda’s new book, “The South America Wine Guide,” offers a comprehensive look at the wines of Argentina, Chile, Uruguay,...
May 24, 2022 · 27 min
Tasting with GuildSomm: Blind Wine with Ryan Robinson
In this episode of the Tasting with GuildSomm series, longtime member Ryan Robinson speaks with Emily Nixon about the development of his blind tasting methods, how to find mentors and study groups, and how be became the first Idaho resident to pass...
May 10, 2022 · 32 min
Champagne and the Ruinart Challenge
In this episode, Chris Tanghe hosts Ruinart Chef de Cave, Frédéric Panaïotis. They discuss the storied past of the Ruinart estate within the broader context of Champagne's history, as well as how the region continues to develop as its producers...
Apr 26, 2022 · 24 min
Tasting with GuildSomm: Why Do We Blind Taste?
We're adding a regular tasting series to the GuildSomm podcast! In addition to our monthly wine topics, we'll be releasing monthly podcast episodes devoted to theme of tasting. We'll cover a wide spectrum of tasting subjects, including blind...
Apr 13, 2022 · 42 min
Food & Wine Pairing
In this episode, Chris Tanghe discusses pairing food and wine with Master Sommeliers Andrea Robinson and Max Kast. They cover their basic guidelines for selecting pairings, share some favorite pairings that are consistently successful, and offer...
Mar 15, 2022 · 1 hr 11 min
Emerging Wine Regions: Michigan & Southwest USA
In this episode, we continue our Emerging Wine Regions series and explore several states producing wines off the beaten path in the United States. First, Chris Tanghe interviews Master Sommelier Madeline Triffon about the wines produced across...
Jan 20, 2022 · 1 hr 18 min
Rum
In this episode, Master Sommelier Chris Tanghe explores the vast world of rum. First, he interviews Shawn Martin, Distillery Manager of Papa's Pilar Rum in Key West, who discusses the production methods used to make myriad styles of rum. Then, Chris...
Oct 13, 2021 · 1 hr 9 min
Emerging Wine Regions: Vermont & The Finger Lakes
In this episode, we explore two wine regions in the northeastern United States. While Vermont and northern New York State are both located in the extremes of viticultural viability, both regions have emerged as hubs of quality wine production....
Sep 17, 2021 · 28 min
Remembering Becky Wasserman
In light of Becky Wasserman’s passing last month, we are rereleasing this 2019 conversation Becky had with our staff writer, Bryce Wiatrak. Becky had a profound impact on the careers, palates, and personal lives of wine professionals across the...
Sep 14, 2021 · 1 hr 15 min
Rosé & Orange Wines
In this episode, the GuildSomm team delves into rosé wines and white wines made with skin contact. First, Bryce Wiatrak interviews Master of Wine Elizabeth Gabay about all things rosé. They discuss rosé's varied and often misunderstood production...
Aug 10, 2021 · 1 hr 10 min
Wine Pairings: Music & Food
In this episode, we discuss wine pairings on multiple dimensions. First, Bryce Wiatrak interviews Master of Wine Susan Lin about her career as a classical pianist and how her first passion inspired the topic of her MW Research Paper: pairing Champagne...
Jul 13, 2021 · 1 hr 14 min
Managing Old & New Vines
In this episode, we discuss managing a vineyard from the perspective of two winemakers. Bryce Wiatrak interviews Morgan Twain-Peterson of about the benefits and challenges of working with old vines, and Chris Tanghe speaks with Matt Crafton of about...
Jun 8, 2021 · 1 hr 6 min
Soju & Sake
In this episode, GuildSomm Interim Executive Director Chris Tanghe interviews two entrepreneurs who specialize in east Asian beverages. Master Sommelier Kyungmoon Kim discusses how his company, , is creating a market for Korean soju and other...
May 31, 2021 · 41 min
Career Series: Packaging Design & Branding
This month on the GuildSomm podcast, we're hosting a special series focused on careers in the wine industry. We'll release one episode per week throughout the month of May, featuring interviews with wine professionals whose careers highlight...
May 24, 2021 · 44 min
Career Series: Wine Auction
This month on the GuildSomm podcast, we're hosting a special series focused on careers in the wine industry. We'll release one episode per week throughout the month of May, featuring interviews with wine professionals whose careers highlight...
May 17, 2021 · 35 min
Career Series: Consulting
This month on the GuildSomm podcast, we're hosting a special series focused on careers in the wine industry. We're releasing one episode per week throughout the month of May, featuring interviews with wine professionals whose careers highlight...
May 10, 2021 · 41 min
Career Series: Wine PR
This month on the GuildSomm podcast, we're hosting a special series focused on careers in the wine industry. We'll release one episode per week throughout the month of May, featuring interviews with wine professionals whose careers highlight...
Apr 30, 2021 · 1 hr 10 min
Unexpected Booze
In this episode, the GuildSomm team explores wines made from fruit other than grapes. Stacy Ladenburger interviews Michael Terrien about his Maine blueberry wine label, Bluet, and co-fermentation projects at his Sonoma Winery, Obsidian Ridge, and...
Mar 25, 2021 · 1 hr 17 min
Sangiovese
In this episode, we cover all things Sangiovese. Chris Tanghe talks with Frasca Hospitality Group Wine Director Carlin Karr about the versatility of the grape from the sommelier perspective, and Bryce Wiatrak interviews winegrowers Roberto...