Francis explains the DNA-based geology diagram in the slideshow and the way it shaped his perspective on grape varieties. Check it out!

This week I'm talking about Berry Bros & Rudd's wine book/course "Exploring & Tasting Wine". This was the first wine book I ever read, and I reread it to see if it still lived up to its former glory in my mind. Tune in to find out if it did!

For bonus episodes sign up at Patreon.com/Corktaint

Phew man do we have a good Episode #100 for the books. We talk about Puligny vs Chassagne Montrachet plus all sorts of other stuff. Give it a listen and visit Patreon.com/CorkTaint for bonus content. Thanks everybody

We can't believe it either, but Marc Hochar from Chateau Musar joined us to discuss their history, vineyards, unconventional winemaking practices, their style, blending, Volatile Acidity (VA), and further philosophical stuff. Give it a listen, please go seek out their wines and give them plenty of air (much more than you normally would).

And for more episodes and tasting notes, sign up at Patreon.com/CorkTaint

Thanks guys

For something a bit different this week, Read Spear and Carlos Mendez Blas of Tso'ok Rum join us to talk about an amazing spirit that conveys terroir unlike anything else. This isn't regular rum made from molasses, it's made from fresh sugar cane juice. It's fascinating stuff that doesn't resemble anything we've had before! Give the episode a listen and go find a bottle! For more information, check out https://www.tsookrum.com/ and https://www.realmezcal.com/

For bonus episodes, sign up at patreon.com/corktaint!

One of those "tell us how you really feel" type of episodes. Tune in to find out exactly how much of a fucking piece of garbage this book is, part 2. For more bonus episodes like this, sign up at Patreon.com/CorkTaint

Thanks everybody

Francis Fogarty, sixth generation winemaker of Antonio Vallana, one of the greatest producers in Italy (and the world!), explains the geological and winemaking history of Alto Piemonte, as well as how both the geology and soil influence the wines! For the second part of the conversation where we discuss the geneaology of grape varieties in Piedmont, and FREE access to all of the maps and diagrams we mention on this episode, visit Patreon.com/CorkTaint!

Follow them on IG at @AntonioVallana and us at @KorkTaint

Tessa Gorsuch, 5th Generation Estate Director of Martinelli Vineyards and Winery, joins us for a fascinating conversation about their incredible Pinot Noirs, Chardonnays, Zinfandels, as well as their meticulous farming and winemaking practices! Give it a listen and visit https://martinelliwinery.com/ to learn more about them, purchase some of their delicious wines, and sign up for their mailing list! And sign up at Patreon.com/Corktaint for a full list of tasting notes from the wines we drank this episode, plus bonus episodes!

Thanks everybody

Sarah Goedhart, head winemaker of Hedges Family Estate, joins us for a fantastic discussion about their history, farming, array of wines (especially their delicious syrahs), and much more! Also, visit ⁠HedgesFamilyEstate.com⁠ and use discount code "CORKTAINT" to recieve 20% off your order! The discount code will be valid through the end of March, so use it while it lasts! And for a full list of tasting notes from the wines we discussed, visit and sign up at Patreon.com/Corktaint!

Thanks everybody