Wine Guide with Cork & Fizz - Wine education for beginners and enthusiasts
Episodes
Building Community Through Wine at The Grape Choice (Part 1)
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 61 From bartender and manager to wine shop owner, Desirae Ballard is on a mission to create a welcoming and inclusive space for all wine lovers at...
The Ultimate Guide to Hosting a Wine Tasting Party at Home
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 60 So, you want to host a wine tasting party at home but you have a lot of questions? And the biggest question is where do you even begin!? Plus:H...
Santa Barbara Wine Travel Guide!
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 59 Why do I love Santa Barbara wine country so much?Aside from Walla Walla, which you know I love so much, Santa Barbara is my second favorite win...
Croatian Wine: Exploring Indigenous Grapes and Unique Flavors w/ Jennifer Kerum
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 58When we think of wine, countries like France, Italy, and Spain often come to mind as the leading producers of the world's finest vintages. H...
Types of Wine Grapes: Merlot
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 57I’m back with another wine grape deep dive and this time it’s Merlot! If I’m being honest, I tend to skip right over Merlot when I see it ...
My Go-To Chillable Red Wines for Summer
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 56 The clouds have started to break. The sun stays out longer. And the weather is getting warmer, which means that summer is finally here!And with...
Esja Wines: A Micro Winery Crafting Wines From Their Garage
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 55 When you think of a winemaker you typically think of wines being produced in a winery, right?Well Esja wines are doing things a bit differently...
Celebrating One Year! Your Fav Episodes, My Fav Episodes, the Future of this Podcast and more!
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 54 It’s time to raise our wine glasses and celebrate!! The Cork & Fizz Guide to Wine Podcast is one year old!!!!This episode means so much t...
Greek Wine: A Hidden Gem - A Wine Region Miniseries
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 53Even as a wine enthusiast myself, I sometimes find myself drinking the same wines all the time. Lately it’s been a lot of California and Washi...
Exploring Australia's Unique Wine Varieties with Kim Chalmers of Chalmers Wine
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 52The Chalmers family’s wine business is nothing short of extraordinary.They place an emphasis on sustainable practices and family-owned values a...
Top 10 Most Common Wine Questions I’m Asked During a Wine Tasting
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 51As a wine educator I hold a lot of private tastings, virtually and in person, and I’ve noticed the same questions tend to pop up over and over....
My Favorite Picnic Wines for Spring
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 50As the sun starts to shine brighter and the weather warms up, there's no better way to embrace the beauty of spring than by enjoying a delig...
Behind the Scenes of the Punk Rock Side of Wine with Paul Greico, Owner of Terroir Tribeca
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 49What would you do if you were asked to leave your college and your punishment was to work in your parent’s restaurant and go to Italy for 28 da...
What Factors Influence the Cost of Wine?
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 48Does price matter when it comes to a bottle of wine? Is a $10 bottle really that different from a $50 bottle of wine? What about a $50 bottle ve...
4 Up and Coming Wine Regions You Don’t Want to Miss
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 47I’m so excited for today’s episode on 4 up and coming wine regions!And what I love most about this topic is that a listener proposed this ide...
Learn About Burgundy Wine with Wine Expert, Alex Lopez
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 46Located in the heart of France is the renowned region of Burgundy. Burgundy is famed for its vineyards and diverse terroir. From Cote d’Or whi...
Types of Wine Grapes: Barbera
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 45I’m back with another grape deep dive and this time it’s Barbera! I first fell in love with this grape at my local wine shop and now it’s ...
All About Sparkling Wine (Champagne, Prosecco, Cava, and more!)
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 44Did you know that one of my very favorite styles of wine is sparkling wine?!It’s absolutely delicious and I find the history behind sparkling w...
Elevating Everyday Wine with Hand-Blown Glasvin Wine Glasses with Founder David Kong
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 43Does a beautiful hand-blown wine glass make a difference when it comes to drinking wine?Are different glasses good for different kinds of wine? ...
4 Underrated Wine Varieties
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 42Do you find yourself drinking the same wine all the time? Even as a wine enthusiast, I’m guilty of this myself! And while I know how easy it ...
Spanish Wine 101
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 41I love French wine…but I also REALLY love Spanish wine so I knew it was time to do a Spanish Wine 101 episode!Spain has some of the most budget...
What Sets Camins 2 Dreams Apart from other Wineries?
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 40What happens when two friends who are passionate about traveling, chemistry, and wine fall in love with each other?They get married and open a wi...
Why You Must Visit Walla Walla on Your Next Wine Trip
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 39Today, I’m sharing with you one of my favorite wine regions in the entire world, Walla Walla, Washington!To me this region is like a secret lit...
Types of Wine Grapes: Riesling
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 38My grape deep dive is back and this time it’s all about the misunderstood Riesling grape!You may already be thinking: I don’t like Riesling! ...
How One Colorado Winery is Navigating Challenges and Crafting Boutique Wines
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 37What’s it like owning a winery in Colorado and growing grapes at 6,000 feet above sea?For Jayme and Steve it’s been fraught with surprising c...
5 Simple Tips for Ordering Wine at a Restaurant
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 36Does the wine list at your favorite restaurant overwhelm you? Ordering wine at a restaurant can be an overwhelming experience, especially when f...
French Wine 101 Part Deux - The Lesser Known Regions
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 35I promised you a part two to my French Wine 101 episode and it’s finally here!If you haven’t listened to part one yet, go back and listen to ...
Exploring Australian Wine with Jane Lopes - Importer, Sommelier and Author of Vignette: Stories of Life and Wine in 100 Bottles
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 34Are you ready to uncork a wealth of knowledge and passion for Australian wine? In today's episode, Nashville-based sommelier, author and im...
Non-Alcoholic Wines (Let's Talk About Them)
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 33Are you participating in Dry January?Or perhaps you simply enjoy non-alcoholic wines?Whatever the reason, you may be curious about some of the mo...
Wine Faults 101 - How and Why Does Wine Go Bad?
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 32Have you ever wondered why that bottle of wine you opened tastes off? A bottle of wine can go bad before you even open! We call the things that ...
Exploring Virginia Wine w/ Sarah & Nate of Walsh Family Wine
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 31Imagine your spouse calling and saying “I may have just signed a lease on a vineyard!"That’s exactly the phone call Sarah received from ...
If You Like This…Try That! Alternatives to Your Favorite Wines
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 30Does this sound familiar?You discover you like a certain style of wine and from that point on you look for that wine at the store or when you go ...
Cork Crew Q&A with Karen MacNeil, Author of The Wine Bible
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 29You loved the last exclusive look into my Cork Crew Virtual Tasting Club so I’m back with another sneak peek! And this time I’m joined by the...
Answering Your Most Common Wine Questions
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 28Today’s episode is a fun one because I’m answering your most common wine questions! I recently posted a question sticker in my Instagram sto...
Wine Lover’s Holiday Gift Guide 2023
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 27‘Tis the season for giving and what better gift to give than the joy of wine? If you are looking for the perfect gift for the wine lover in yo...
Embracing Diversity in the Wine World w/ Desiree Harrison-Brown
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 26You are in for a real treat today because I’m chatting with Desiree Harrison-Brown, a wine educator and influencer!After working part-time doin...
5 Wines Every Thanksgiving Dinner Table Needs
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 25The air is crisp and Thanksgiving is on its way. You’ve planned your food menu for Thanksgiving but now the question is…what wine do you pair...
Cork Crew Wine Q&A w/ Texas Winemaker, Andrew Sides
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 24We are switching things up this week and doing things a little differently! Every month with the Cork Crew I host a virtual community event and ...
5 Wine Myths You Need to Stop Believing
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 23If there is one thing I know to be true it’s that the wine world can be incredibly intimidating for beginners. And all the wine myths out there...
The Truth About Natural Wine with Molly Ringe
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 22What exactly is natural wine?Does natural wine mean no chemicals or additives whatsoever? Or does it mean they can be added in certain amounts? A...
Types of Wine Grapes: Chenin Blanc
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 21I’m back with the next installment of my Grape Deep Dive Miniseries and this time it’s all about Chenin Blanc. If I could only drink one sty...
Creating a Luxury Wine Experience with NFL Star Sidney Rice & Entrepreneur Tim Lenihan of Dossier Wines
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 20 Dossier wines is a combination of passion and collaboration and is looking to do something a bit different than other wineries. They are buildi...
French Wine 101: Understanding the Label, Region & Grape Varieties
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 19 When you walk into a wine shop do you walk towards the French wine section or away from it?A friend told me recently that they walk away from t...
What is Orange Wine?
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 18“What is Orange wine and is it actually made from oranges?”I think that is the first thing that comes to mind when we hear about Orange wine!...
A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Life of a Wine Influencer with Paige Comrie
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 17 How easy is it to be a social media influencer? It looks glamorous from the outside - free gifts, trips and such but is it really as easy as it...
The Best Wine Gadgets, Gifts, & Accessories
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 16Have you thought about all the cool wine gadgets that are available and questioned if they are actually useful or if they are just another gimmic...
Producing Wine in the Rocks District w/ Brooke of Delmas | SJR Vineyard
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 15 From scorching summer heat to freezing winter temperatures, Delmas Wines faces many unique challenges when it comes to growing grapes and produ...
Types of Wine Grapes: Cabernet Franc
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 14I’m back with the next installment of my Grape Deep Dive Miniseries and this time it’s all about Cabernet Franc. This grape is incredibly ver...
The Ultimate Guide to Wine Tours, Trips, & Retreats
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 13It’s finally happening! You’ve booked that wine trip that you have always wanted to take, your plane tickets are booked, you found the cutest...
Winemaking Dreams Come True w/ Anna Clifford
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 12When you were 13 did you know with absolute unwavering certainty what you wanted to do with your life? I know I certainly didn’t! After watchi...
Wine & Food Pairing 101: My Simple 2-Step Signature Process
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 11Maybe you’re planning a fancy dinner party with a bunch of friends or maybe you’re just grilling some burgers. Either way you want to pair a ...
Embracing Hybrid Grapes & Creating Unique Wines w/ Wisconsin Winemaker Erin Rasmussen
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 10When you think of wineries I bet you think of the wineries in California, Washington, and maybe even Oregon. Rarely do you ever think about a win...
Chilean Wine: A Hidden Gem - Wine Region Miniseries
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 9We're diving into one of my favorite regions in this Wine Region Mini Series and that is Chile!Why is Chile one of my favorite wine regions? ...
The Story Behind Cork & Fizz
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 8I’m so excited to share with you my story of how I came to love wine and how Cork & Fizz came to be!It all began in Spain when I was studyin...
The Art & Business of Winemaking w/ Mari Womack
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 7How does a real estate agent with no formal education in the wine industry push past the obstacles of owning her own winery? Well, it starts with ...
Types of Wine Grapes: Chardonnay
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 6Are you a wine lover that gave up Chardonnay during the Anything But Chardonnay, also known as ABC, phase? I find that people often feel strongly ...
Tips for Smelling Wine w/ Cork Dork Author Bianca Bosker
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 5How does someone go from being a tech editor to quitting their job and becoming an expert sommelier? That’s exactly what today's guest, Bi...
Why Rosé Isn’t Just a Summer Wine
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 4I find in the wine community that Rosé is looked down upon and not seen as a fine wine. Many also make the mistake of thinking it’s always swee...
Sustainability in Winemaking with Sipwell’s Hilary Cocalis
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 3 You would love one glass of wine but that means having to open a full bottle. And then once you open that bottle of wine you may feel the pressu...
How to Easily Buy Wine on Your Next Shopping Trip
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 2 One of the hardest things to do when it comes to wine is choosing a bottle to purchase. WHY are there so many choices?! If you feel overwhelmed ...
My 4-Step Wine Tasting Method to Build Your Wine Confidence
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 1 Have you ever picked up a glass of wine and while everyone around you was tasting something fruity or earthy…all you tasted was just wine? Eve...
Welcome to the Cork & Fizz Guide to Wine!
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to get ALL of your wine questions answered in a fun and approachable way? Are you ready to jump into the wine world but you don’t know...