Summary

In this episode, certified sommelier and cultural tastemaker Cha McCoy uncorks a fresh perspective on the world of wine. As founder of The Communion dinner series and author of the newly released book Wine Pairing for the People: The Communion of Wine, Food, and Culture from Africa and Beyond (released yesterday), Cha challenges long-held wine stereotypes and invites us to reimagine how wine fits into our everyday lives. She shares how cultural connection, inclusivity, and curiosity can make wine more meaningful—one glass and one story at a time. 

Takeaways

 • Wine isn’t just about regions and ratings—it’s about people, culture, and connection.
• Cha McCoy is rewriting the rules of wine by making it inclusive, approachable, and rooted in community.
• Pairing wine with global cuisines opens new doors to flavor and understanding.
• Breaking stereotypes in the wine world means making space for every palate and perspective.
• Her new book Wine Pairing for the People (out November 4th) is both a celebration and a call to action for a more diverse wine culture. 

Check out Cha's book Wine Pairing for the People and consider expanding your wine pairing journey to include cuisines from Africa, Asia, Caribbean and more!

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