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

Hailey Bohlman | Wine Educator

130 episodes

1 day ago

Ep 129 Washington may be known for its big-name wineries, but some of the best bottles are coming from the small, family-run spots you’ve never heard of. In this episode, we’re exploring four boutique wineries that capture the creativity and community behind Washington wine. Discover how a chef’s background in flavor inspires the balanced, aromatic wines at Kinhaven Winery. Learn how Cedergreen Cellars pivoted from restaurant-only sales to a hands-on tasting experience, offering beautifully a...

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Ep 129 Washington may be known for its big-name wineries, but some of the best bottles are coming from the small, family-run spots you’ve never heard of. In this episode, we’re exploring four boutique wineries that capture the creativity and community behind Washington wine. Discover how a chef’s background in flavor inspires the balanced, aromatic wines at Kinhaven Winery. Learn how Cedergreen Cellars pivoted from restaurant-only sales to a hands-on tasting experience, offering beautifully a...

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

Washington’s Boutique Wineries You’ve (Probably) Never Heard Of

Ep 129 Washington may be known for its big-name wineries, but some of the best bottles are coming from the small, family-run spots you’ve never heard of. In this episode, we’re exploring four boutique wineries that capture the creativity and community behind Washington wine. Discover how a chef’s background in flavor inspires the balanced, aromatic wines at Kinhaven Winery. Learn how Cedergreen Cellars pivoted from restaurant-only sales to a hands-on tasting experience, offering beautifully a...

1 day ago

24 minutes

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

Types of Wine Grapes: Pinot Noir

Ep 128 Would you believe that one of the world’s favorite red wines comes from one of the most temperamental grapes on earth? Today’s episode is a fan request and we’re taking a deep dive into Pinot Noir! This grape is known for being both a challenge to grow but also how it reflects where it’s grown. We’ll talk about where Pinot Noir got its start and how it’s now grown everywhere from Burgundy to Oregon. You'll discover why Pinot Noir is called the “heartbreak grape” and why winemakers ever...

1 week ago

30 minutes

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

Will AI Ruin Winemaking or Help Wineries Thrive? w/ John Tan (Part 2)

Ep 127 What if the future of wine wasn’t about choosing between tradition and technology, but finding a way to let both thrive together? In this episode, you’ll hear from John Tan, founder of CorkVision, an AI-powered copilot for wineries. After years in the tech world, John found himself in Napa Valley, blending his expertise with a deep passion for wine. The result? A platform designed to help wineries sell smarter, protect tradition, and connect more personally with customers. John shar...

2 weeks ago

39 minutes

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

Can AI Make Your Wine Experience Better? With John Tan (Part 1)

Ep 126 Can artificial intelligence (AI) really change the way you enjoy wine? In this episode, you’ll meet John Tan, founder of CorkVision, an AI-powered platform designed to help wineries sell smarter, connect with customers, and streamline operations. John’s story takes us from high-powered client dinners in New York to an unplanned move to Napa Valley after a fateful night of wine tasting and, eventually, to harvest work that reshaped his perspective on wine. You’ll hear how his back...

3 weeks ago

30 minutes

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

What Makes Wine Taste the Way It Does? The 3 Key Components

Ep 125 What if the secret to understanding wine wasn’t memorizing grapes or regions but unlocking just three key components? In this episode, I’m breaking down the building blocks that shape every glass of wine: tannin, acidity, and body. By learning how to identify these elements, you’ll not only know what you like (and don’t like), but also have the words to describe it with confidence. You’ll discover why tannins create that dry “cotton ball” feeling in your mouth, how acidity makes you...

4 weeks ago

25 minutes

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

Why New Zealand Wine Is More Than Sauvignon Blanc

Ep 124 Did you know there’s more to New Zealand wine than just Sauvignon Blanc? In this episode, we explore the world of New Zealand wine beyond its iconic Sauvignon Blanc. While Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough may have put New Zealand on the map, there’s so much more waiting to be discovered. From Chardonnay and Pinot Gris to Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Bordeaux-style blends, the country produces an incredible range of wines that deserve a place on your table. We’ll learn a little bit about...

1 month ago

21 minutes

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

Sekt: Germany’s Sparkling Wine You Need to Know w/ Lisa Tupetz (Part 2)

Ep 123 Did you know Germany made top of the line Sparkling wine? In this episode, I’m diving back in with importer and winemaker Lisa Tupetz to explore the side of German wine most people never hear about. We’re talking about Sekt, Germany’s sparkling wine, and how to tell if you’ve grabbed the real deal made in the traditional Champagne method. You’ll also hear about Elbling, an ancient grape variety that nearly disappeared, and why it should be on your radar the next time you’re wine shoppi...

1 month ago

34 minutes

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

Why German Wine Goes Beyond Sweet Riesling w/ Lisa Tupetz (Part 1)

Ep 122 What if everything you thought about German wine was only half the story? Today I am joined by Lisa Tupetz who is sharing her journey to becoming a winemaker and importer who turned a chance trip to New Zealand into a lifelong passion for wine. From vineyard work to building her own import company, she shares how curiosity, setbacks, and perseverance shaped her career. We dive into what it really takes to bring wine from Germany to your glass in the U.S.- from regulations and shipping ...

1 month ago

37 minutes

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

How the Heck is Wine Actually Made?

Ep 121 What if the magic in your glass could be traced step by step from vineyard to bottle? In this episode, I’m giving you a beginner-friendly journey through the winemaking process. From planting the vines to harvesting grapes, you’ll learn the essential factors that shape wine long before it reaches your glass. You’ll also hear how grapevines grow and ripen each season from bud break to flowering to véraison before they’re finally ready for harvest. Once the grapes are picked we’ll move i...

1 month ago

27 minutes

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

Why Hybrid Grapes Matter More Than Ever

Ep 120 What comes to mind when you hear the word “hybrid”? Probably a car you can plug in and not a grape growing on the vine! But in the world of wine, hybrid grapes are sparking some of the most important conversations about sustainability, climate change, and the future of winemaking. In this episode, I’m diving into what hybrid grapes actually are, how they’re different from crosses, mutations, and clones, and why they’re gaining more attention than ever before. From their fascinating...

2 months ago

25 minutes

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

Mr. Cork & Fizz Interviews Me on Wine, Life & Business (& a surprise announcement!)

Ep 119 What happens when the interviewer becomes the interviewee? For this milestone episode, things look a little different and a lot more personal! In celebration of turning 30, I’m sitting on the other side of the mic while my husband (aka “Mr. Cork & Fizz”) takes over the questions. From how this wine journey began to the lessons I’ve learned running a business, you’ll hear personal stories and reflections I’ve never talked about on the podcast. You’ll hear how Cork & Fizz w...

2 months ago

40 minutes

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

How this Wine Cuts Emission in Half w/ Currently Wine Co. (Part 2)

Ep 118 What if the biggest barrier to wine sustainability isn’t the farming, but the bottle itself? In part 2 of my conversation with Daniel Rodriguez, CEO of Currently Wine Co., we dive deep into how wine packaging, labeling, and consumer education all play a role in shaping a more sustainable and inclusive wine industry. We explore Currently’s decision to use aluminum bottles instead of glass, not just for aesthetic appeal, but to drastically reduce the wine’s carbon footprint. Da...

2 months ago

41 minutes

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

Disrupting the Wine Industry w/ Currently Wine Co. (Part 1)

Ep 115 What if the wine industry’s biggest problem isn’t quality, but the connection to the wine? Today’s guest, Daniel Rodriguez, saw an opportunity to bring fresh energy and better marketing to wine. With a deep passion for wine and a sharp eye on consumer trends, he's building a brand that meets today’s drinkers where they are. Daniel, the owner and CEO of Currently Wine Co., plans to use his skills in building tech brands to bring a disruptive wine brand into a slow moving industry, ripe ...

2 months ago

32 minutes

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

Types of Wine Grapes: Syrah and Shiraz

Ep 116 Is Syrah the same as Shiraz? In today's episode you are getting a sneak peak inside one of my Cork Crew virtual tastings where we compare Syrah and Shiraz, two names for the same grape, grown in very different parts of the world. This exclusive replay offers a deep dive into the differences between Old World Syrah from France’s Northern Rhône and New World Shiraz from Australia, showing how climate, winemaking style, and even culture influence the final flavor in your glass. Yo...

3 months ago

39 minutes

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

A Washington Winery Built on Inclusion w/ AniChe Cellars (Part 2)

Ep 115 What if the wine industry’s diversity problem isn’t a lack of people but a lack of acknowledgment? Today, I have Anaïs and Rachel from AniChe Cellars back on the podcast and they are sharing their honest take on representation in the wine industry. They share why true diversity in wine goes beyond who owns the winery as well as how much of the industry’s skill, labor, and soul is often overlooked. They reflect on Rachel’s time with the Washington Wine Commission, the systemic issue...

3 months ago

36 minutes

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

Inside the Most Underrated Wine Region in Washington w/ AniChe Cellars (Part 1)

Ep 114 Can grapes truly thrive in a place shaped by fire, wind and water? These winemakers say yes and they have the wine to prove it! In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Rachel Horn and Anaïs Mehra of AniChe Cellars, a mother-daughter winemaking team based in Washington’s Columbia Gorge. We dive into what it’s like to build a winery from scratch, make wine as a family, and care for the land in a way that supports future generations. We explore what makes Columbia Gorge such a magic...

3 months ago

38 minutes

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

13 Unique Wines to Sip All Summer: Beyond Rosé & Sauvignon Blanc

Ep 113 When you think about summer wine, is it all about Rosé and Sauvignon Blanc? Think again! In this week’s episode, we are going beyond those two standbys and digging into some more unique and refreshing options. Today, I’m sharing 13 unique wines that are perfect for those warm summer nights and they might just become your new favorites! We’ll explore zesty white wines like Picpoul de Pinet, Roussanne, Godello and Txakolina, along with crisp Italian Gavi and even the lesser...

3 months ago

31 minutes

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

The Truth About the Wine Additives in Your Glass

There is a lot more in your wine glass than you’ve been led to believe, and most of it never makes it onto the label! From sulfites and oak chips to egg whites, fish bladders and even additives that require hazmat suits to handle, in the episode, I’m sharing what’s actually in your wine glass and why it matters. We’ll dig into the difference between common additives that help stabilize and shape wine and the corrective additives used to “fix” flaws or standardize mass-market bottles...

4 months ago

30 minutes

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

Wine Taxes & Their Impact on the American Wine Industry w/ Erik Segelbaum (Part 2)

Ep 111 Why are wine tariffs making your favorite bottles of wine more expensive? Do these wine tariffs hurt American businesses and consumers more than our foreign counterparts? Do the words “wine tariffs” make your eyes glaze over or do you low-key panic because you’re not even sure what a wine tariff is? In today’s episode, I have Erik Segelbaum back on the podcast and we are discussing all things wine tariffs! Erik is laying out, in an easy-to-understand way, what wine tariff...

4 months ago

41 minutes

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

How Generations Discover Wine & the Future of Wine w/ Erik Segelbaum (Part 1)

Ep 110 Why do millennials and Gen Z approach wine so differently from previous generations and what does that mean for the future of wine? And what does it really take to go from line cook to award-winning sommelier and industry leader? Today’s guest, Erik Segelbaum, is an Advanced Sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers, Food & Wine Magazine 2019 Sommelier of the Year, and 2020 Wine Enthusiast 40 under 40 Tastemaker with over 3 decades of industry experience. Erik is the ...

4 months ago

48 minutes