A big thank you to this episode sponsor, Wine Maps! a global wine tourism APP that allows consumers to discover, learn & interact with wineries,  wine bars & events around the world!

This week i have 3 crisp white wines for you that are not Chablis! 

• Assyrtiko from Greece
• Picpoul de Pinet AOC from France 
• Getariako Txakolina from Spain

For blind tastings or for gaining more confidence 

1.Colour
2. Repeat, repeat & repeat!
3. Conscious expansion
4 Tasting Group
5. Elimination

Jarrett interviews me about my life and wine journey. I also answer some listener questions and we ramble on. Chatting out industry issues, are wine pairings on degustation menus BS? 

This is a very casual episode :) back to my usual education episodes next week!

German Riesling achieved great success in the 19th century, can you believe that Riesling prices were comparable to the great wines of Bordeaux and Burgundy? I must say I am glad German Riesling prices didn’t rise like Bordeaux/Burgundy – for now I can still afford to buy a bottle of the top Rieslings on Germany.

This episode gives you an introduction to the grape variety, styles and what countries to look out for. 

I cover the following styles in this episode! 

Tawny Port - Douro, Portugal
Coteaux du Layon - Loire, France
Rutherglen Muscat - Rutherglen, Australia 

If you are in love with Pinot Noir but want to  expand your palate and discover new wines, iv'e got 3 delicious options for you!

If you are studying wine or just want to know more about Beaujolais, this is for you!  I discuss the history of Beaujolais, how Gamay came to be, the appellations system, winemaking techniques and more!

Georgia is the comeback kid of the wine world! This is a brief dive into Georgian wine, the industry's struggles, its number one region, Kakheti and principal grape varieties and their styles!