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

Hailey Bohlman | Wine Educator

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

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33:59

Ep 90 Is Vermouth a Wine or a Liquor?

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2025/02/05

When you think of Vermouth do you think of it as just a mixer for your martini? Vermouth is actually a wine! Wine must make up at least 75% of the total volume of a Vermouth, so it is very much a wine!From its ancient medicinal roots in 1050 BC China to its evolution in Italy as an aperitif, I’m diving into what Vermouth really is and why it’s so significant in the wine world. I’m digging into how Vermouth is crafted, the types of wine involved, and the unique botanicals that give Vermouth its

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Ep 89 Navigating Wine, Personal Growth, and Online...

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2025/01/29

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to dive deep into the world of wine while facing the challenges of online bullying?In today’s episode I have Natalie MacLean back on the podcast and she’s diving into the world of wine through an experiential and personal lens.Natalie shares her unique approach to wine journalism, the emotional and cultural impact of wine, and challenges within the hospitality industry - from high rates of substance abuse to etiquette norms that stigmatize open discussions about

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Ep 88 Wine, Storytelling, and Life Lessons with...

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2025/01/22

How does one go from working at Supercomputer company SGI to becoming a renowned wine critic author?Today, we are joined by Natalie MacLean, author of Red, White and Drunk All Over: A Wine-Soaked Journey from Grape to Glass; Unquenchable: A Tipsy Quest for the World’s Best Bargain Wines; and Wine Witch on Fire.Natalie shares her transformation from tech to full-time writer, and dives into how storytelling can transform complex topics like wine into engaging and memorable experiences. The

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Ep 87 My Go-To Wine Books for Beginners & Enthusiasts

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2025/01/15

When it comes to wine books, which ones are essential for every wine lover’s collection? Well, if you know anything about me, you know I’m a sucker for a good wine book. A wine book is how I actually ended up getting into wine in the first place!Before I was really enthralled by the world of wine, my husband and I took a trip down to Willamette Valley. The tour guide gave us an amazing tour of Archery Summit and recommended this book called Cork Dork for me to read. After reading Cork Dork, it led

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Ep 86 Txakoli: Exploring Spain’s Basque Country...

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2025/01/08

With its rise in popularity, I had a listener, Sheila, reach out to me wanting to learn more about Txakoli!I didn’t know a lot about Txakoli until I started researching this episode and what surprised me most was that Txakoli is not a grape! It’s actually a style of wine, usually referring to dry white wine from the Basque Country of Spain. It’s known for being slightly sparkling, fruity, and refreshing.In today’s episode, we will dive into the historical significance of Txakoli, as well as the

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Ep 85 Exploring Portuguese and Mexican Wines w/ NOSSA...

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2025/01/01

Are you ready to go beyond wine from Spain, France, and the United States? Dale Ott, sommelier turned importer of Mexican and Portuguese wines, is back on the podcast and she is giving us a deep dive into Mexican and Portuguese wines.Dale is diving into the often overlooked but incredibly fascinating worlds of Mexican and Portuguese wines. She shares how Portuguese wines are reviving ancient winemaking traditions and how regions like Northern Baja and Valle de Parras are overcoming infrastructural

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Ep 84 Navigating Wine Imports with Mexican and...

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2024/12/25

Ever wondered what it takes to bring unique Mexican and Portuguese wines to your local shelves?Today’s guest, Dale Ott, is giving us a behind the scenes look at what it takes to import wine into the US. We talk about why she chose to import wines from Mexico and Portugal, as well as her meticulous selection process for importing wines - hint it’s all about building strong, trust-based relationships with producers. She places an emphasis on low-intervention wines that genuinely represent their

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Ep 83 Your Guide to the Perfect Christmas Wine for...

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2024/12/18

Are you scrambling to find the perfect wine for your holiday gatherings? I’ve got you covered with sparkling, white, red and dessert wines that will be perfect for your Christmas dinner.In today’s episode I’m sharing with you a cost-effective yet sophisticated alternative to Champagne as well as food-friendly white wines that will add a rich note to your holiday dinner, because we don’t just have to drink red wine for the holidays!But if you do prefer a red wine, I’m sharing wines that are acidic

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Ep 82 Hailey’s Must Have 2024 Holiday Wine Gift Guide

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2024/12/11

This is one of my favorite episodes of the year! We are diving into my 2024 holiday wine gift guide!Maybe you’re like my family and you start your holiday shopping in October, or maybe you are like Mr. Cork & Fizz’s family and you start your shopping in December. Either way, I think you will find some amazing gift ideas here as well as some fun stocking stuffer ideas!This gift guide is specially curated for wine enthusiasts and wine beginners. It includes over 90 meticulously selected items from

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Ep 81 Demystifying Burgundy Wine w/Kim of Journeys in...

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2024/12/04

Are you curious about the world of Burgundy wines? What makes them so unique and sought after?Burgundy is a wine lover’s paradise, but diving into its complexities can feel like navigating a maze!Today, I have Kim Gagne of Journeys in Wine back on the podcast and she is diving into the nuances of Burgundy wine. Kim explores the importance of terroir - the distinct environmental factors such as soil, orientation, and climate - that give each parcel its unique characteristics.Kim shares how to read a

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Ep 80 Burgundy Wine Adventures w/ Kim of Journeys in...

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2024/11/27

Ever dreamed of sipping world-renowned Burgundy wine in the very vineyards they come from?I did just that on my recent trip to Burgundy! It was made possible by an amazing wine tour from Kim Gagne of Journeys in Wine. The tour was a highlight of my trip so I knew I had to invite Kim on the podcast!Kim’s career in the wine world originated in California in the late 80s, which enticed her to spend an immersion year in Burgundy, now her permanent home. In 1999 she started Journeys in Wine, creating

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Ep 79 My Trip to France: Jura Wine 101

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2024/11/20

Ever tasted a wine so unique that you either absolutely love it or completely hate it?I was first introduced to Jura wine at a French wine shop here in Seattle. I saw a bottle of Savagnin and asked the wine clerk how is this different from Sauvignon Blanc? The owner said I had to try it and people either love it or hate it! I ended up loving the unique wines of Jura and I knew that Jura would be a stop on my dream vacation trip.Today, we are exploring Jura’s unique grape varietals, how the

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Ep 78 My Trip to France: Beaujolais & Burgundy 101

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2024/11/13

When I was planning my trip to France with Mr. Cork & Fizz, it was an absolute given that we would visit Burgundy! And much to my surprise, I saw that we would have to drive right through Beaujolais to get to Burgundy. You know we had to stop in Beaujolais for a wine tasting and I’m so glad we did! So, for today’s episode we are going to talk about Burgundy and Beaujolais, and what makes each area so special.Beaujolais is actually known as the forgotten part, or black sheep, of Burgundy. We will

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Ep 77 What Makes Burgundy Grapes & Wine So Special w/...

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2024/11/06

The world of Burgundy grapes and wine can be incredibly confusing, which is why I have the father-daughter duo, Hanna and Michael Shaps, back on the podcast. Today, they share what you really need to know about Burgundy. So, what should we know about Burgundy?How about the Aligoté grape? Once the underdog of Burgundy, it has now risen to 6% of Burgundy’s wine production. Once considered a lesser varietal, Aligoté is making a remarkable comeback thanks to changing climates and innovative winemaking

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Ep 76 From Virginia Wine to Burgundy Wine w/ Hanna &...

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2024/10/30

What is it like to master winemaking in both the historic vineyards of Burgundy and the dynamic terroir of Virginia?That’s exactly what today's guest, Michael Shaps, has done. Shaps and his daughter, Hanna, are navigating French wine traditions and pioneering diverse varietals in Virginia. Maison Shaps is a french-american winery that currently owns four hectares in the Côte de Beaune. Founded by Michael Shaps after his studies at the Lycée Viticole de Beaune, Maison Shaps focuses on making

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My Trip to France: Muscadet 101

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2024/10/23

Ever wondered how the Melon grape from Burgundy transformed into the acclaimed Muscadet wines of Nantes?While in France, we visited Nantes! Located in the westernmost part of the Loire Valley, it is also home to the Muscadet region. Muscadet has some of the most intriguing, affordable and delectable grapes, primarily crafted from the Melon grape. I’m diving into the grape, Melon, which is known for producing high-acidity wines. We’ll discuss how this grape unexpectedly found its perfect home in

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My Trip to France: An Overview with Travel & Planning...

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2024/10/16

I have wanted to visit France since I first fell in love with a white Burgundy.Mr. Cork & Fizz and I planned this bucket list trip in 2020. Of course that didn’t happen and since I don’t love to fly, it kept getting pushed down the list of places to visit. My final push to get this bucket list item back on my calendar came when my Mom and Dad gifted me a basket of wonderful French goodies because they knew how much I wanted to visit France. And I’m so grateful for that push they gave...

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Ep 73 Exploring Underrated French Wine Regions &...

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2024/10/09

Are you curious about lesser known French wine regions and mastering tricky pronunciation?Today, I have Katie Melchior back on the podcast with me and she is helping us master French wine region pronunciation. Katie shares how to pronounce regions such as Champagne, Bourgogne and the tricky Languedoc-Roussillon. And how to understand letter combinations to get that French sound.She shares her top 3 regions that she feels deserves more attention, which one she considers the underdog of French wine,

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Ep 72 A Unique Path into French Wine Education with...

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2024/10/02

Who knew a road trip with influencers through the Loire Valley could ignite a passion for making French wine accessible?On this trip through the Loire Valley, Katie noted the poorly translated materials that were being used to educate the influencers. This would ultimately lead to Katie launching the French Wine Tutor!Katie Melchior, the founder of French Wine Tutor, is an American who has studied French since she was 11 years old and lived in France several times. After pursuing use of her French

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Ep 71 A Guide to Lebanese Wine

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2024/09/25

You’ve probably heard of old world and new world wines but have you heard about the ancient world?Lebanon is one of the lesser known winemaking regions, however, historians date Lebanese wine making back to 2700 BC with the Phoenicians!Today, we are going to explore the unique geographical and climatic nuances that make Lebanese wine so special, from its Mediterranean climate to the chalky limestone soils of the Bekkah valley. You will also learn about France’s influence on Lebanese wine and

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