Wine Guide with Cork & Fizz - Wine education for beginners and enthusiasts

Interested in learning about wine, but not sure where to start? You’re in the right place! Here at the Cork & Fizz Guide to Wine, you’ll have the opportunity to dive into the world of wine in a fun and approachable way. Hi! I'm Hailey, wine enthusiast turned wine educator and founder of Cork & Fizz. I’m here to answer all your wine questions, anything from “what the heck is an orange wine?” to “is natural wine really better for me?” I’ll also cover topics such as wine tasting, pairing food and wine, how to shop for wine, and so much more! You’ll also get to hear from experts in the wine industry like winemakers and experienced sommeliers. Whether you’re a casual wine sipper or a total cork dork like myself, this podcast is for you! Want to learn even more about wine? Come follow me on Instagram @corkandfizz and check out my website, www.corkandfizz.com to book a private tasting

Wine Guide with Cork & Fizz - Wine education for beginners and enthusiasts is a arts podcast hosted by Hailey Bohlman | Wine Educator, with 170 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 83. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Hailey Bohlman | Wine Educator hosts Wine Guide with Cork & Fizz - Wine education for beginners and enthusiasts, a arts show with 170 episodes published.

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  Episode #170

  What Happens When a Sommelier Loses Her Vision? w/ Amy Yancey (Part 1)

  Aug 19, 202628 min

  Ep 170 At 32 years old, Amy Yancey was told it might be time to retire because she was losing her sight. She wasn't ready to walk away from wine. After more than a decade in the wine industry, Amy's retinitis pigmentosa had progressed to the point where working safely on a restaurant floor was no longer possible. But instead of leaving the industry she loved, the Certified Sommelier began figuring out how to build a wine career that could evolve alongside her vision loss. In this episode, Amy shares how her vision loss changed the way she experiences and evaluates wine, what tasting without relying on sight can reveal about our own biases, and why black wine glasses can completely change the tasting experience. She also shares how she created Pocket Somm, built unconventional partnerships that allowed her to stay in the industry, and turned her expertise into private tastings, wine retail, and a subscription wine club. You'll also hear about some of Amy's favorite lesser-known wines, her love of grower Champagne, and why she gravitates toward thoughtfully farmed wines that allow you to taste the grape and the place it came from. Connect with Amy: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pocketsommgvl/ Website: https://www.pocketsommgvl.com/ Use code CORKFIZZ for $15 off your first order when you sign up for the subscription wine club! https://shop-pocket-somm.myshopify.com/ Episode Highlights: Building a wine career after vision loss How sight influences the way we taste wine Removing bias with black wine glass tastings Creating Pocket Somm and a new career path How wine education helped Amy adapt her tasting Discovering lesser-known wines and grape varieties Why thoughtfully farmed wines stand out Amy’s love of grower Champagne What did you think of the episode? Text me! Support the show Don't Forget to Download my Free Wine Tasting Guide! - https://www.corkandfizz.com/free-wine-tasting-guide Connect with me: Cork and Fizz - https://www.corkandfizz.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/corkandfizz/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/corkandfizz/ Email - hailey@corkandfizz.com Podcast production and management by Liz Chapman

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  Episode #169

  How to Figure Out What Wine You Actually Like

  Aug 12, 202627 min

  Ep 169 You don’t need to know everything about wine to figure out what you actually like drinking. Maybe you know you love certain wines but have no idea how to explain why. Or you walk into a wine shop and fall back on buying the same bottle because you don’t know what to ask for. In this episode, we’re taking wine tasting back to the basics and learning how to identify the characteristics you actually enjoy in a wine. I break down some of the most common wine terms including tannin, acidity, body, dry, sweet, and fruity and what they actually mean when you’re tasting wine. You’ll also learn how simple side-by-side tastings and a few quick notes can help you recognize patterns in what you like and don’t like. By the end of the episode, you’ll know how to describe your wine preferences and the three things to tell a sommelier or wine shop so they can help you find a bottle you’ll love. Because there’s no wine you should like, a good wine is simply a wine you like drinking. Resources: My 4-Step Wine Tasting Method to Build Your Wine Confidence - https://www.corkandfizz.com/blog/guide-to-wine-podcast-episode-1 Episode Highlights: What tannin actually feels like in wine Dry vs. sweet vs. fruity wine How to recognize acidity and body Understanding aromas and tasting notes How to identify your wine preferences Easy side-by-side wine tasting experiments Why keeping tasting notes helps The 3 things to share when asking for a wine recommendation Why your wine preferences can change What did you think of the episode? Text me! Support the show Don't Forget to Download my Free Wine Tasting Guide! - https://www.corkandfizz.com/free-wine-tasting-guide Connect with me: Cork and Fizz - https://www.corkandfizz.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/corkandfizz/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/corkandfizz/ Email - hailey@corkandfizz.com

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  Episode #168

  Value Hacks for Expensive Wines

  Aug 5, 202641 min

  Ep 168 Great wine doesn't have to come with a premium price tag. Some of the world's most famous wines have become famous for a reason. Sancerre, Burgundy, Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, and Champagne are all incredible wines. But they're also some of the bottles that can make your wallet hurt. The good news? There are plenty of lesser-known wines that offer a similar style without costing you an arm and a leg. In this episode, I'm sharing my favorite value hacks for expensive wines. You'll learn what to look for instead of the big names, which regions and grape varieties I recommend, and why some of the best values are hiding just outside the world's most famous wine regions. You'll discover that some of the best bottles on the shelf aren't always the ones with the most recognizable names. The next time you're standing in a wine shop or looking over a restaurant wine list, you'll have plenty of new wines to try and the confidence to reach for something different. Resources: French Wine 101 - https://www.corkandfizz.com/blog/guide-to-wine-podcast-episode-19 French Wine 101 Part Deux - https://www.corkandfizz.com/blog/guide-to-wine-podcast-episode-35 All About Sparkling Wine - https://www.corkandfizz.com/blog/guide-to-wine-podcast-episode-44 Wines mentioned in this episode: Menetou-Salon Pouilly-Fumé Quincy, Reuilly Touraine Côtes du Rhone Blanc Saumur Blanc Godello White Rioja Reserva IGT Toscana Chardonnay Spatburgunder (Germany) Pinot Nero (Italy) Santa Barbara Pinot Noir from California Willamette Valley Pinot Noir Cru Beaujolais Etna Rossa Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon Portuguese Touriga Nacional Argentinean Malbec Greek Agiorgitiko Cremant Cava Episode Highlights: Why famous wine regions often come with higher price tags Why famous wines cost more than just what's in the bottle Affordable alternatives to Sancerre Budget-friendly swaps for white Burgundy Better value options for red Burgundy Alternatives to Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Sparkling wines that rival Champagne for less How to shop by style instead of reputation What did you think of the episode? Text me! Support the show Don't Forget to Download my Free Wine Tasting Guide! - https://www.corkandfizz.com/free-wine-tasting-guide Connect with me: Cork and Fizz - https://www.corkandfizz.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/corkandfizz/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/corkandfizz/ Email - hailey@corkandfizz.com

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  Episode #167

  Why This Washington Winery Runs Like a Brewery w/ Andrew Gerow (Part 2)

  Jul 29, 202629 min

  Ep 167 What if wineries have been creating the wrong experience all along? For many people, walking into a winery can feel intimidating. Between unfamiliar wine terminology, formal tastings, and the pressure to know what you like, it's easy to feel like wine isn't meant for you. But what if wineries borrowed a page from breweries by creating welcoming spaces where everyone feels comfortable, whether they're a wine expert or simply enjoying a glass with friends? In part two of our conversation, Andrew Gerow shares why his Washington winery, Tirriddis, was intentionally designed to feel more like a brewery than a traditional tasting room. He explains how customer feedback has influenced both the winery experience and the evolution of their sparkling wines, why balance matters more than chasing the driest sparkling wine possible, and how a small amount of sweetness can actually improve traditional method sparkling wine. If you've ever felt intimidated by wine or wondered what makes a winery experience truly memorable, this episode is for you. Be sure to listen to Part 1 (Episode 166) to learn how traditional method sparkling wine is made and why Washington is uniquely suited to producing world-class sparkling wine. Connect with Andrew: Website: https://www.tirriddis.com/ Episode Highlights: Why Tirriddis was designed to feel like a brewery Creating a welcoming tasting room experience Why balance matters more than ultra dry sparkling wine The truth about sugar in sparkling wine Why listening to consumers creates better wine How tasting room feedback shapes better wines Andrew's vision for Washington sparkling wine What did you think of the episode? Text me! Support the show Don't Forget to Download my Free Wine Tasting Guide! - https://www.corkandfizz.com/free-wine-tasting-guide Connect with me: Cork and Fizz - https://www.corkandfizz.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/corkandfizz/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/corkandfizz/ Email - hailey@corkandfizz.com

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  Episode #165

  Columbia Gorge Wine Travel Guide

  Jul 15, 202636 min

  Ep 165 What if your next great wine trip is hiding in the Columbia Gorge? After a recent trip to the Columbia Gorge, I knew I had to share more about this unique wine region. Sitting right on the border of Washington and Oregon, the Columbia Gorge is full of beautiful views, laid-back tasting rooms, and wineries producing everything from red, white, sparkling, orange, and dessert wines to unique grape varieties you may not see in other Washington wine regions. In this episode, I’m sharing a little bit of the history, geography, and climate that make the Columbia Gorge such an exciting place for wine. I’ll also walk you through some of the wineries I visited, a few spots that are still on my list, and practical tips for planning your own trip, including where to stay, where to eat, and how to map out your tasting itinerary. Whether you're planning a Pacific Northwest vacation or simply looking for your next wine adventure, the Columbia Gorge is a wine region worth adding to your list! Resources: My Trip to France: Jura Wine 101 - https://www.corkandfizz.com/blog/guide-to-wine-podcast-episode-79 Inside the most underrated Wine Region in Washington w/ AniChe Cellars (Part 1) - https://www.corkandfizz.com/blog/guide-to-wine-podcast-episode-114 A Washington Winery Built on Inclusion w/ AniChe Cellars (Part 2) - https://www.corkandfizz.com/blog/guide-to-wine-podcast-episode-115 Episode Highlights: What makes the Columbia Gorge AVA unique Why the Columbia Gorge is a must-visit wine destination The best wineries to add to your itinerary Grape varieties you'll discover throughout the region Where to stay during your visit Restaurants, bakeries, and wine bars worth stopping at Tips for planning your winery route Transportation options for a worry-free tasting day Hidden gems throughout the Columbia Gorge How to make the most of a Columbia Gorge wine getaway What did you think of the episode? Text me! Support the show Don't Forget to Download my Free Wine Tasting Guide! - https://www.corkandfizz.com/free-wine-tasting-guide Connect with me: Cork and Fizz - https://www.corkandfizz.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/corkandfizz/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/corkandfizz/ Email - hailey@corkandfizz.com

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