Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Send us Fan Mail Alcohol-free or non-alcoholic wines are growing in popularity, but are they worth a try? What do alcohol-free and de-alcoholized mean and why should you even care? In this episode of Everyday Sommelier , I dive deep into the world of non-alcoholic wines—exploring how they're made, common misconceptions, and whether they can hold their own against traditional wines. If you&apo...

Send us Fan Mail Love white wine, but can't seem to describe the style you like leading to pours you simply don't like? It’s an understandable frustration! With so many unpredictable styles of white wine, it’s easy to order or pick the wrong one.  But here's the good news: you can simplify your wine choices by breaking down white wines into 3 SIMPLE STYLES! In this episode, I’ll hel...

Send us Fan Mail Are you overwhelmed by the sheer variety of red wines and find your taste buds are on opposite ends of the flavor spectrum? From light and fruity to bold and tannic, even the same grape varietal can taste wildly different depending on its style. There are many varietals of red wine, each with unique characteristics. Your personal preference plays a significant role in wine selecti...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered if Dry January is worth the hype—or if there’s a way to enjoy wine while being more mindful about your habits? In today’s episode, we’re diving into Dry January and its growing popularity, along with alternative approaches like Try January and Come Over October. Whether you’re fully abstaining or just seeking balance, you’ll learn how to make the most of the...

Send us Fan Mail Ever found yourself paralyzed when handed a wine list at an important dinner? Most of us default to ordering the same familiar wines or making random selections just to avoid embarrassment.  In this episode of Everyday Sommelier, I'm sharing my own journey from corporate executive to wine expert and educator and why I'm passionate about helping you learn wine on your ter...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the sheer amount of wine knowledge out there? Many wine enthusiasts believe they need encyclopedic wine knowledge to truly enjoy and appreciate wine, leading them to feel frustrated and inadequate when exploring the wine world. In this episode, I'm sharing why it's literally impossible for anyone — even Master Sommeliers — to know everyt...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder why that wine club Chardonnay tastes completely different from what you remember at the winery? Wine lovers often feel confused and disappointed when their favorite wines taste different from bottle to bottle, making them question their own wine-tasting abilities. In this episode, I'll reveal why some wines taste the same year after year while others change dramat...

Send us Fan Mail Love wine but feel overwhelmed by its complexity? You’re not alone! Whether you’re browsing endless aisles of wine bottles, struggling to decode labels, or feeling intimidated by wine-tasting jargon, it can all feel like too much. You’ve subscribed to wine magazines, bought books to boost your knowledge, only to feel less confident and more confused. Does everyone around you seem...