The Wine CEO Podcast

Have you ever heard of Natural wines? How about an Orange wine? Well spoiler alert - Orange wines are not made from oranges, but are a unique category of wine made from grapes. In today's podcast show I'm diving into this special topic in the wine industry to chat all about Natty wine, Pet Nats, Orange wines and more! Be sure to subscribe to my show so that you never miss an episode! ------ thewin...

There are a lot of terms used on wine labels to denote the grape growing practices like "organic", "biodynamic", and sustainably farmed". But what does that mean for the wine? Can these terms be interchangeable to basically mean the wine is healthier? NO! These terms each have unique definitions and don't necessarily mean that your wine is "healthier". Listen to today's episode to learn all about...

I'm often asked why all wine is not vegan. And the truth is that there are animal biproducts used in the production of wine, so most wines are not actually vegan friendly. Listen to today's episode to learn more about how these products are used, why they make wine taste better, and what alternatives are out there if you want to drink a vegan wine! And don't forget to subscribe to the show so that...

It's very trendy to make a New Year's resolution to eat healthier, workout, and cutout alcohol for the entire month of January. But is abstaining from alcohol for 4 weeks actually going to improve your health? Are there any concerns with cutting out wine from your diet? In today's episode, I discuss these questions and more to help you jumpstart 2022 with healthy wine choices. Be sure to subscribe...

It's crazy to think that we are entering 2022 in just a few days! As we ring in the new year, I thought it would be fun to take a look into some wine trends I predict will be popular over the next few months as well as a few resolutions I'm making for myself and The Wine CEO! Listen now and don't forget to subscribe to the show so that you catch all of the episodes in 2022 (P.S. I release a new on...

Have you ever heard of Franciacorta? This Italian sparkling wine may not be as well known as prosecco, but many would consider it to be a much higher quality. Join me in The Wine CEO Episode #55 as I discuss what makes this sparkling wine so unique and delicious. And don't forget to subscribe to the show so that you never miss an episode! ------ thewineceo.com Instagram: @thewineceo ------ Episode...

If you're shopping for a large group o r just trying to make everyone happy around the holidays, it can be difficult to know which wines to buy. Join me this week as I chat with fellow Certified Sommelier Ariel Bruckner about the wines we enjoy around the holidays and a few tips and tricks to make your holiday wine selections a bit easier! ------ thewineceo.com ------ Sponsor of today's show: Wash...

Around the holiday season, many restaurants will begin serving hot or mulled wine around the world. But this wine based beverage wasn't always associated with Christmas and has a really interesting history. Join me in Episode 53 as I share the history of mulled wine dating way back to the Egyptians, as well as modern day recipes for this yummy holiday favorite. And of course, I share what perfect...

This time of year there are tons of Advent Calendars for any product you can imagine. And over the last few years, advent calendars for beer, wine, and spirits have become extremely popular. So are wine advent calendars worth the hype? How much should you pay for a good one? And are there some brands that are better than others? Listen now to Episode #52 to get the answers to these questions and m...

The holidays are here and I've got your Christmas shopping covered with this year's Holiday Gift Guide! From wine games to cooler bags and more, today's episode is dedicated to my top 12 wine gifts for yourself or the wine loving friend in your life. Be sure to check out the blog post that goes along with today's episode for pictures and links to all of the items listed in today's show. And don't...

Thanksgiving is here and there are 3 delicious wines that you need on your holiday table! These wines will pair perfectly with your turkey dinner and all of the yummy fall flavors. Listen now to learn about these 3 wines and why they make perfect Thanksgiving wines. And don't forget to subscribe to the show so that you never miss an episode! ----------------- thewineceo.com  >> Sign up for my news...

Have you ever wanted to know what wine pairs perfectly with your favorite flavor of cake? In episode #49, I dive into the most popular cake flavors and the wines that are their perfect match. From classics like chocolate and vanilla to favorites like strawberry and red velvet - this is an episode full of delicious wine pairings you don't want to miss! Listen now to this quick episode and check out...

There's nothing wrong with diving into a glass of wine, but you may be missing a few sommelier recommended steps that could help you enjoy that glass even more. In today's episode, I share how these 4 steps will make your wine tasting experience so amazing and why you need to add them into your wine routine asap! This technique isn't anything groundbreaking, but they are commonly forgotten when th...

Halloween is here and every day is cheat day as we enjoy caramels, candy corn, chocolates, and so many delicious sweets. This week on The Wine CEO Podcast I'm rounding up your favorite Halloween candies and pairing them with tons of delicious wines. Ever wondered what wine to drink which you snack on a bag of Sour Patch kids? This episode is for you! Don't forget to subscribe to The Wine CEO Podca...

In episode #46 we hear from a real life Maitre d of a 5 star/ 5 diamond restaurant. Israel Perez has been the Maitre d and General Manager of Victoria & Albert's at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa for over 15 years. In this time, he has gained incredible experience serving guests from a wine list of over 700 bottles. In this episode, Israel tells us how he picks wine for the list, how he pai...

This week on The Wine CEO Podcast we are continuing the discussion around The Disney Family of Wines! If you don't know anything about this private club of wines featured in the Disney parks and resorts, be sure to listen to Episode #44 to hear Part 1 of this series. And as always, check out social media @thewineceo for more wine related content! thewineceo.com --------------------------- Wineries...

Did you know that there's a secret club of winemakers connected to the Disney Company? After working at Walt Disney World for 10 years, I'm giving you all of the secrets on this private wine club and more! In part 1 of this series, we dive into the unique stories of 3 of these winemakers and the incredible stories that make them legends at the most magical place on earth. Subscribe now so that you...

This week we continue the discussion on the U.S. Pacific Northwest. I focus on Washington State and compare a lot of facts against our topic of part 1 in this series, Oregon. I also mention 2 minor wine regions that you may not be aware are a part of the Pacific Northwest. It's a great episode about up and coming US wine regions that are growing in popularity and world acclaim. Check out the blog...

This week on The Wine CEO Podcast we dive into the topic of terroir and the question: "Does a particular region or soil type actually impact the flavor of a finished wine?" If you taste a pinot noir from California and one from Burgundy, can you actually taste a difference? This episode is short but sweet because honestly, I had the stomach flu this week. BUT it's an interesting topic nonetheless...

Oregon and Washington state make up the growing US Pacific Northwest wine region. These areas are booming and this week we are taking a quick look into the world of Oregon wines. In less than 30 minutes, we discuss the top regions throughout Oregon, the main grapes you need to know about, food pairings, amazing producers, and more! It's the perfect one stop shop overview of Oregon wine that you ne...

Meeting your significant others' parents for the first time can be intimidating! How do you know what wine to bring to their house? How many glasses are you allowed to have before you look like a lush? In today's episode, I discuss these questions and more details around this unique situation. Plus I give you specific recommendations for some creative wines to surprise them with! -----------------...

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a sommelier? In today's episode I chat about the top 5 wine accreditation programs and why you should choose one program over another. Be sure to tune in to learn all about The Court of Master Sommeliers, WSET, Wine Scholar Guild, and more. By the end of the episode, you will know what it takes to become a sommelier and why so few people carry the tit...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a Master Sommelier (basically the PhD of wine)? How do they pass the test and retain all of that information? Do they ever drink anything other than wine? This week on The Wine CEO Podcast I interview Brian Koziol, Master Sommelier, and head of the Walt Disney World beverage program for years! Brian shares some unique tips on the Master Court of Sommelie...

When most people think of American wine regions, they imagine California, Washington, Oregon, and maybe New York state. Michigan is not at the top of the list, but there has been a boom in the wine industry in Northern Michigan and it has become a hot spot for boutique wine travel. I had the chance to visit the Traverse City area earlier this summer and in Episode #37 we dive into what I found and...

Have you ever heard someone say that wine smells like cat pee? Gross, right? But they may actually be right! Believe it or not, "cat pee" is actually a sommelier term to describe the racy acidicty in many sauvignon blancs! Today in episode #36 we are diving into everything you need to know about the Sauvignon Blanc grape varietal! From famous regions to flavor notes and food pairings, you will fee...