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I sat down with Andrew Jefford (wine writer & columnist) and Aigards Nords (organizer of Riga Wine & Champagne) to discuss what is a "fine wine" and how this concept has changed over the years. Of course, no wine discussion is complete without a wine tasting and we tasted in blind four amazing wines along the way. This is the newest episode of "Talk Under the VVine", a segment I started recently on the No Sediment channel.Be sure to check out Andrew Jefford's latest book 📕 Drinking with the Valkyries: https://amzn.to/45mGBOGYou can also listen to the No Sediment Wine Podcast and Talk Under the Vine episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and Castbox.Some of the WINE ACCESSORIES I use regularly:🥂 Riedel Veritas Champagne Wine Glass: https://amzn.to/3qhMLRF🍷 Riedel Veritas Old World Syrah Glass: https://amzn.to/3uC6zgW🥂 Riedel Veritas New World Pinot Noir Glass: https://amzn.to/3uG8Nfc🗜️ Coravin Timeless Six+ Wine Preservation System: https://amzn.to/3YtIxmj🪡 Coravin Timeless 3-Needle Kit: https://amzn.to/3YtIxmj🍾 Cork puller: https://amzn.to/3iBrFZZ🍾 The Durand cork puller: https://amzn.to/3OYKdS1🏳️ Riedel Polishing Cloth: https://amzn.to/3izWJcx 🧳 Wine travel protector: https://amzn.to/3s8WWs0Some of my favorite WINE BOOKS: 📓 Flawless: Understanding Faults in Wine by Jamie Goode: https://amzn.to/3eb7AYP📒 Understanding Wine Technology: The Science of Wine Explained by David Bird: https://amzn.to/3e2qBNb📕 Authentic Wine: Toward Natural and Sustainable Winemaking (by Jamie Goode): https://amzn.to/3ygtuAC📘 The Oxford Companion to Wine (by Jancis Robinson): https://amzn.to/3ryy0H6📙Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours (by Jancis Robinson, Julia Harding and Jose Vouillamoz): https://amzn.to/3RCAheM📗 A Life Uncorked (by Hugh Johnson): https://amzn.to/3M5yeyQBe sure to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@NoSediment, as I am posting weekly videos on all things wine and monthly wine podcast episodes. **LET’S CONNECT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blancdenoir/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/blancdenoir TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nosediment #wineeducation #winepodcast #wine *CONTENTS OF THIS VIDEO0:00 Introduction2:47 How the definition of "fine wine" has changed over the years10:00 Is Ageability a perquisite for fine wine?14:30 Should fine wine express its terroir?22:20 Tasting fine wine No. 130:30 Fine wine and big vs small wineries 35:08 Tasting fine wine No. 245:05 Should fine wine be "clean"? (Natural wines, Brett)54:50 Is fine wine the best wine? 57:35 Tasting fine wine No. 3 1:07:40 Is fine wine also about people who make them?1:12:08 Tasting fine wine No. 4 As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
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In this episode of the No Sediment Wine Podcast, I sat down with fellow wine educator and YouTuber, Konstantin Baum, Master of Wine (@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine ). We discussed his journey to achieving the Master of Wine title, starting his YouTube channel, and the role of social media in wine education.
You can also listen to the No Sediment Wine Podcast episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and Castbox.
Some of the WINE ACCESSORIES I use regularly:🥂 Riedel Veritas Champagne Wine Glass: https://amzn.to/3qhMLRF🍷 Riedel Veritas Old World Syrah Glass: https://amzn.to/3uC6zgW🥂 Riedel Veritas New World Pinot Noir Glass: https://amzn.to/3uG8Nfc🗜️ Coravin Timeless Six+ Wine Preservation System: https://amzn.to/3YtIxmj🪡 Coravin Timeless 3-Needle Kit: https://amzn.to/3YtIxmj🍾 Cork puller: https://amzn.to/3iBrFZZ🍾 The Durand cork puller: https://amzn.to/3OYKdS1🏳️ Riedel Polishing Cloth: https://amzn.to/3izWJcx 🧳 Wine travel protector: https://amzn.to/3s8WWs0Some of my favorite WINE BOOKS: 📓 Flawless: Understanding Faults in Wine by Jamie Goode: https://amzn.to/3eb7AYP📒 Understanding Wine Technology: The Science of Wine Explained by David Bird: https://amzn.to/3e2qBNb📕 Authentic Wine: Toward Natural and Sustainable Winemaking (by Jamie Goode): https://amzn.to/3ygtuAC📘 The Oxford Companion to Wine (by Jancis Robinson): https://amzn.to/3ryy0H6📙Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours (by Jancis Robinson, Julia Harding and Jose Vouillamoz): https://amzn.to/3RCAheM📗 A Life Uncorked (by Hugh Johnson): https://amzn.to/3M5yeyQ📓 Drinking with the Valkyries (by Andrew Jefford): https://amzn.to/45mGBOG
Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel / @nosediment , as I am posting weekly videos on all things wine and monthly wine podcast episodes.
**LET’S CONNECT: Instagram: / blancdenoir Twitter: / blancdenoir TikTok: / nosediment *CONTENTS OF THIS VIDEO0:00 Introduction1:40 On Konstantin Baum and his wine journey7:40 Is Wine tasting a talent or skill?9:53 Master of Wine vs Master Sommelier12:21 Konstantin's journey to Master of Wine17:25 What opportunities did Master of Wine title open to Konstantin?19:07 Role of social media in educating wine consumer23:27 Dealing with misinformation about wine on social media25:37 Dealing with negative comments on social media29:15 How & why Konstantin started his YouTube channel36:50 What's next for Konstantin's YouTube channel?40:57 Digital vs in-person wine education & Cellar Class courses46:50 Staying objective in communicating about wine53:47 Debunking a wine myth55:55 Informal partAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
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In the new segment of No Sediment channel "Talk Under the VVine", I sat down with Raimonds Tomsons (ASI Best Sommelier of the World 2023) and Ronalds Pētersons (2-time Baltic Sommelier Champion) to discuss whether we really need wine experts and can we trust them, and we end the discussion with a nice blind tasting to see if all three wine experts can come to a common conclusion.You can also listen to the No Sediment Wine Podcast and Talk Under the Vine episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and Castbox.Some of the WINE ACCESSORIES I use regularly:🥂 Riedel Veritas Champagne Wine Glass: https://amzn.to/3qhMLRF🍷 Riedel Veritas Old World Syrah Glass: https://amzn.to/3uC6zgW🥂 Riedel Veritas New World Pinot Noir Glass: https://amzn.to/3uG8Nfc🗜️ Coravin Timeless Six+ Wine Preservation System: https://amzn.to/3YtIxmj🪡 Coravin Timeless 3-Needle Kit: https://amzn.to/3YtIxmj🍾 Cork puller: https://amzn.to/3iBrFZZ🍾 The Durand cork puller: https://amzn.to/3OYKdS1🏳️ Riedel Polishing Cloth: https://amzn.to/3izWJcx 🧳 Wine travel protector: https://amzn.to/3s8WWs0Some of my favorite WINE BOOKS: 📓 Flawless: Understanding Faults in Wine by Jamie Goode: https://amzn.to/3eb7AYP📒 Understanding Wine Technology: The Science of Wine Explained by David Bird: https://amzn.to/3e2qBNb📕 Authentic Wine: Toward Natural and Sustainable Winemaking (by Jamie Goode): https://amzn.to/3ygtuAC📘 The Oxford Companion to Wine (by Jancis Robinson): https://amzn.to/3ryy0H6📙Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours (by Jancis Robinson, Julia Harding and Jose Vouillamoz): https://amzn.to/3RCAheM📗 A Life Uncorked (by Hugh Johnson): https://amzn.to/3M5yeyQ📓 Drinking with the Valkyries (by Andrew Jefford): https://amzn.to/45mGBOGBe sure to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@NoSediment, as I am posting weekly videos on all things wine and monthly wine podcast episodes. **LET’S CONNECT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blancdenoir/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/blancdenoir TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nosediment #wineeducation #winepodcast #wine *CONTENTS OF THIS VIDEO0:00 Introduction2:41 What is a wine expert?7:12 Can we trust wine experts?11:23 Do wine businesses need wine experts?14:48 Can AI replace wine experts?18:34 Can one wine be better than other?25:27 Will wine become to technical?27:31 How important is the knowledge of a wine consumer?31:57 How to educate wine consumers?39:10 Blind Tasting49:49 Wine ratingsAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
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In this episode of the No Sediment Wine Podcast, I sat down with Thomas Heymans, wine advisor for private wine collectors. We discussed many topics around wine investment, for example, the best wine regions to invest, what returns can you expect from wine investment and are the best days for wine investment gone?You can also listen to the No Sediment Wine Podcast episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and Castbox.Some of the WINE ACCESSORIES I use regularly:🥂 Riedel Veritas Champagne Wine Glass: https://amzn.to/3qhMLRF🍷 Riedel Veritas Old World Syrah Glass: https://amzn.to/3uC6zgW🥂 Riedel Veritas New World Pinot Noir Glass: https://amzn.to/3uG8Nfc🗜️ Coravin Timeless Six+ Wine Preservation System: https://amzn.to/3YtIxmj🪡 Coravin Timeless 3-Needle Kit: https://amzn.to/3YtIxmj🍾 Cork puller: https://amzn.to/3iBrFZZ🍾 The Durand cork puller: https://amzn.to/3OYKdS1🏳️ Riedel Polishing Cloth: https://amzn.to/3izWJcx 🧳 Wine travel protector: https://amzn.to/3s8WWs0Some of my favorite WINE BOOKS: 📓 Flawless: Understanding Faults in Wine by Jamie Goode: https://amzn.to/3eb7AYP📒 Understanding Wine Technology: The Science of Wine Explained by David Bird: https://amzn.to/3e2qBNb📕 Authentic Wine: Toward Natural and Sustainable Winemaking (by Jamie Goode): https://amzn.to/3ygtuAC📘 The Oxford Companion to Wine (by Jancis Robinson): https://amzn.to/3ryy0H6📙Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours (by Jancis Robinson, Julia Harding and Jose Vouillamoz): https://amzn.to/3RCAheM📗 A Life Uncorked (by Hugh Johnson): https://amzn.to/3M5yeyQ📓 Drinking with the Valkyries (by Andrew Jefford): https://amzn.to/45mGBOGBe sure to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@NoSediment, as I am posting weekly videos on all things wine and monthly wine podcast episodes. **LET’S CONNECT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blancdenoir/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/blancdenoir TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nosediment #wineeducation #winepodcast #wine *CONTENTS OF THIS VIDEO0:00 Introduction0:47 On Thomas Heymans and his wine journey2:08 What is wine investment?3:50 Age-ability as perquisite for investment grade wine5:45 Role of limited availablity7:08 Role of vintage 8:55 Best wine regions to invest11:34 Emerging wine regions to invest13:25 Role of iconic wines in regions15:45 What returns investors can expect from wine?16:41 Buying and storing investment wine20:45 Buying whole case vs individual bottle23:14 Bordeaux en Primeur27:48 On significant increase in wine prices31:10 Technology and wine investment32:42 Are the best days for wine investment gone?36:03 Best approach to wine investing36:50 Debunking wine myth37:51 Informal partAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
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In this episode of the No Sediment Wine Podcast, I sat down with Daniel Niepoort, the head winemaker of Niepoort. We discussed about the current state of Port wine, novelties in the Port wine production and the Douro region in general, as well as many other exciting topics.You can also listen to the No Sediment Wine Podcast episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and Castbox.Some of the WINE ACCESSORIES I use regularly:🥂 Riedel Veritas Champagne Wine Glass: https://amzn.to/3qhMLRF🍷 Riedel Veritas Old World Syrah Glass: https://amzn.to/3uC6zgW🥂 Riedel Veritas New World Pinot Noir Glass: https://amzn.to/3uG8Nfc🗜️ Coravin Timeless Six+ Wine Preservation System: https://amzn.to/3YtIxmj🪡 Coravin Timeless 3-Needle Kit: https://amzn.to/3YtIxmj🍾 Cork puller: https://amzn.to/3iBrFZZ🍾 The Durand cork puller: https://amzn.to/3OYKdS1🏳️ Riedel Polishing Cloth: https://amzn.to/3izWJcx 🧳 Wine travel protector: https://amzn.to/3s8WWs0Some of my favorite WINE BOOKS: 📓 Flawless: Understanding Faults in Wine by Jamie Goode: https://amzn.to/3eb7AYP📒 Understanding Wine Technology: The Science of Wine Explained by David Bird: https://amzn.to/3e2qBNb📕 Authentic Wine: Toward Natural and Sustainable Winemaking (by Jamie Goode): https://amzn.to/3ygtuAC📘 The Oxford Companion to Wine (by Jancis Robinson): https://amzn.to/3ryy0H6📙Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours (by Jancis Robinson, Julia Harding and Jose Vouillamoz): https://amzn.to/3RCAheM📗 A Life Uncorked (by Hugh Johnson): https://amzn.to/3M5yeyQ📓 Drinking with the Valkyries (by Andrew Jefford): https://amzn.to/45mGBOGBe sure to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@NoSediment, as I am posting weekly videos on all things wine and monthly wine podcast episodes. **LET’S CONNECT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blancdenoir/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/blancdenoir TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nosediment #wineeducation #winepodcast #wine *CONTENTS OF THIS VIDEO0:00 Introduction1:03 On Niepoort winery2:54 On Daniel Niepoort and his wine journey5:10 On cover crop in Douro Valley & other novelties in vineyards9:26 How the winemaking has changed in the Douro Valley18:37 On Aguardente (fortification of Port by the addition of grape spirit)23:11 Current state of Port wine25:54 Opening of "LBV" vintage 198831:40 Unfortified wines of the Douro valley36:14 Niepoort wines beyond the Douro valley40:55 Debunking a wine myth42:32 Informal partAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
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In this episode of the No Sediment Wine Podcast, I sat down with Julian Gore-Booth, the Executive Director of the Institute of Masters of Wine. We discussed what it takes to become a Master of Wine and the institute's role in wine education and wine industry in general.You can also listen to the No Sediment Wine Podcast episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and Castbox.Some of the WINE ACCESSORIES I use regularly:🥂 Riedel Veritas Champagne Wine Glass: https://amzn.to/3qhMLRF🍷 Riedel Veritas Old World Syrah Glass: https://amzn.to/3uC6zgW🥂 Riedel Veritas New World Pinot Noir Glass: https://amzn.to/3uG8Nfc🗜️ Coravin Timeless Six+ Wine Preservation System: https://amzn.to/3YtIxmj🪡 Coravin Timeless 3-Needle Kit: https://amzn.to/3YtIxmj🍾 Cork puller: https://amzn.to/3iBrFZZ🍾 The Durand cork puller: https://amzn.to/3OYKdS1🏳️ Riedel Polishing Cloth: https://amzn.to/3izWJcx 🧳 Wine travel protector: https://amzn.to/3s8WWs0Some of my favorite WINE BOOKS: 📓 Flawless: Understanding Faults in Wine by Jamie Goode: https://amzn.to/3eb7AYP📒 Understanding Wine Technology: The Science of Wine Explained by David Bird: https://amzn.to/3e2qBNb📕 Authentic Wine: Toward Natural and Sustainable Winemaking (by Jamie Goode): https://amzn.to/3ygtuAC📘 The Oxford Companion to Wine (by Jancis Robinson): https://amzn.to/3ryy0H6📙Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours (by Jancis Robinson, Julia Harding and Jose Vouillamoz): https://amzn.to/3RCAheM📗 A Life Uncorked (by Hugh Johnson): https://amzn.to/3M5yeyQ📓 Drinking with the Valkyries (by Andrew Jefford): https://amzn.to/45mGBOGBe sure to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@NoSediment, as I am posting weekly videos on all things wine and monthly wine podcast episodes. **LET’S CONNECT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blancdenoir/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/blancdenoir TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nosediment #wineeducation #winepodcast #wine *CONTENTS OF THIS VIDEO0:00 Introduction1:32 About Julian Gore-Booth and his wine journey3:12 About the Institute of Masters of Wine 12:32 Level of education in IMW (vs WSET Diploma)16:06 What should be the focus of IMW & wine education23:07 On IMW role in health lobby and alcohol restriction laws26:57 IMW and sustainability31:25 Debunking a wine myth34:22 Informal partAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
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In this episode of the No Sediment Wine Podcast, I sat down with Doug Wregg, the co-organiser of the Real Wine Fair. We discussed many interesting topics around natural wine - from defining natural wine to the current trends in the scene.If you have possibility, make sure to attend the Real Wine Fair (28-29 April in London, UK). More information here: http://therealwinefair.comYou can also listen to the No Sediment Wine Podcast episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and Castbox.Some of the WINE ACCESSORIES I use regularly:🥂 Riedel Veritas Champagne Wine Glass: https://amzn.to/3qhMLRF🍷 Riedel Veritas Old World Syrah Glass: https://amzn.to/3uC6zgW🥂 Riedel Veritas New World Pinot Noir Glass: https://amzn.to/3uG8Nfc🗜️ Coravin Timeless Six+ Wine Preservation System: https://amzn.to/3YtIxmj🪡 Coravin Timeless 3-Needle Kit: https://amzn.to/3YtIxmj🍾 Cork puller: https://amzn.to/3iBrFZZ🍾 The Durand cork puller: https://amzn.to/3OYKdS1🏳️ Riedel Polishing Cloth: https://amzn.to/3izWJcx 🧳 Wine travel protector: https://amzn.to/3s8WWs0Some of my favorite WINE BOOKS: 📓 Flawless: Understanding Faults in Wine by Jamie Goode: https://amzn.to/3eb7AYP📒 Understanding Wine Technology: The Science of Wine Explained by David Bird: https://amzn.to/3e2qBNb📕 Authentic Wine: Toward Natural and Sustainable Winemaking (by Jamie Goode): https://amzn.to/3ygtuAC📘 The Oxford Companion to Wine (by Jancis Robinson): https://amzn.to/3ryy0H6📙Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours (by Jancis Robinson, Julia Harding and Jose Vouillamoz): https://amzn.to/3RCAheM📗 A Life Uncorked (by Hugh Johnson): https://amzn.to/3M5yeyQ📓 Drinking with the Valkyries (by Andrew Jefford): https://amzn.to/45mGBOGBe sure to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@NoSediment, as I am posting weekly videos on all things wine and monthly wine podcast episodes. **LET’S CONNECT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blancdenoir/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/blancdenoir TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nosediment #wineeducation #winepodcast #wine *CONTENTS OF THIS VIDEO0:00 Introduction0:58 About Doug Wregg & His Wine Journey9:56 What is Natural Wine?19:14 Removing Stigma Behind the Nature of Natural Wines27:21 Is Terroir Overpowered in Natural Wines?33:34 The Real Wine Fair (& Why Not Natural Wine Fair?)37:12 Is Natural Always Better?43:35 Current Trends in the Natural Wine Scene51:09 Debunking a Wine Myth56:05 The Importance How We Farm Vineyards (Regenerative Farming)1:04:09 Hybrid Grapes1:06:27 How Artisan Cider Is Similar to Wine1:09:25 Final Thoughts As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
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I sat down with Peter Liem, wine writer and the author of books on Champagne and Sherry, as well as expert behind ChampagneGuide.net, and we discussed the current trends in Champagne, struggles of Sherry recapturing interest of the general public, as well as other exciting topics.
📗 Buy Peter Liem's epic book on Champagne here: https://amzn.to/3x9hWl3
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In this episode of the No Sediment Wine Podcast, I sat down with Alexandre Chartogne, the winemaker behind the cult Champagne - Chartogne-Taillet. We discussed grower Champagne (also known as artisanal Champagne), Alexandre's approach to viticulture and winemaking in Champagne production, the Meunier grape variety, and other exciting topics.
Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@NoSediment, as I am posting weekly videos on all things wine and monthly wine podcast episodes.
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In this episode I talked with Gaia Gaja, the co-owner of Gaja Family Winery, about being visionaries and pioneers in winemaking, Gaja winery's viticulture practices and tackling the climate change, as well as other exciting wine topics.Be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel, as I am posting weekly videos on all things wine and monthly episodes of wine podcast.**FOLLOW ME:
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'i sat down with Dr. Josef Schuller, Master of Wine & the Director of the Austrian Wine Academy (Weinakademie Österreich). We discussed the many aspects and possibilities of wine education, including self-study, WSET and Master of Wine. An intriguing discussion with many brilliant revelations for both - casual wine drinkers and those who study or are planning to puruse wine studies.
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Welcome to the 4th episode of the No Sediment Wine Podcast. In this episode I sat down with Andreas Wickhoff, Master of Wine & Managing Director of Weingut Bründlmayer to dive deep into the topic of terroir - from what is terroir to climate change. We also talked about Riesling grape variety, which is responsible for some of the best and age-worthy wines of Austria, as well as Austrian wines in general and their potential of becoming collectible and investment wines.
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Welcome to the third episode of the No Sediment Wine Podcast. In this episode I sat down with Raimonds Tomsons, the winner of the ASI Best Sommelier of the World 2023 and the Best Sommelier in Europe and Africa 2017 to talk about the sommelier profession and sommelier competitions, as well as Raimonds’ road to winning the Best Sommelier of the World. He also shared some thoughts and tips for us, wine lovers.
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Welcome to the second episode of the No Sediment Wine Podcast. In this episode I sat down with Andrew Jefford, wine writer and columnist (for Decanter and World of Fine Wine), Co-Chair Decanter World Wine Awards and academic advisor for the Wine Scholar Guild to discuss maintaining objectivity in wine competitions and wine tastings, as well as other exciting topics.
