We discuss the differences between the two major wine certifications: Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) and Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET). What they're good for, what they're definitely NOT good for, why people do them, why you should or shouldn't do them, etc. Tune in and enjoy!

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Part 2 of our fantastic episode with very special guest and fan of the show: Maria (pourdecisions_somm)!!! We continue the conversation and discuss some pretty insane aspects of the marketing-side of the business. If you haven't listened to part 1, go check it out now! Thanks guys

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We're very fortunate to have Yoann Canovas, Technical Sales Manager for DIAM-Vivelys North America, join us on this week's episode to discuss all things DIAM! How they're made, what function they serve, their sustainability, durability, utility, and efficacy. Tune in to learn all about it!

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This episode is part 1 of our multi-rant series about Jon Bonne's highly-praised book, The New French Wine. Spoiler Alert: We really did not like it. Tune in to find out why.

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We got an all-meat episode today talking about tasting notes. Why you should be taking them, why you shouldn't be taking them, when you should be taking them, when you shouldn't be taking them, do you think the intro would have been funnier if we said it was written by Obama, etc etc.

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We got none other than Big John from Slik Wines joinin us this episode to talk about why wine is getting less serious and why it matters. I'll be honest, it may be our best one yet. Give it a listen and check out SlikWines.com for some fantastic educational wine content, then follow them on instagram at @SlikWines

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Professor and wine writer Andrew James joins for a fantastic discussion about his newest book: Bandol Wine and the Magic of Mourvedre! Tune in to learn about the fascinating region, their culture, and the special wines they make. Follow him on Instagram at @andywine2021 and check out his book:

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We drank fantastically delicious bottles of 2013 Domaine les Pallieres Gigondas Terraces Du Diable!! We hope you enjoy it as much as we did this wine. Fuck man, this wine is so good. If you like this and want to throw us a couple bucks to keep this going, check out patreon.com/corktaint. Thanks guys