Why the waiter makes you taste the wine. The difference between a Cabernet Sauvignon and a Sauvignon Blanc. When to have a Merlot or a Chardonnay. A conversation with wine expert, Austin Beeman, on all you need to know to impress those near and dear the next time you're handed a wine list.

Connect with Austin Beeman through his website and podcast "Understanding Wine with Austin Beeman". Here are the links:

http://www.austinbeeman.com/

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/understanding-wine-austin-beemans-interviews-winemakers/id374221487

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