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Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Kristi Mayfield | Everyday Sommelier

49 episodes

2 weeks ago

Send us a text What does "Old Vine" on a wine label really promise? Is “Old Vine Zinfandel” truly better, or is it just marketing? In this wine stories episode of Everyday Sommelier, host Kristi Mayfield uncorks the truth about old vine wine, decoding industry buzzwords and cutting through the confusion surrounding one of wine’s most romantic—yet undefined—labels. Explore why “Old Vine” isn’t a globally or legally defined term, and how this creates frustration for everyday wine lovers, like y...

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Send us a text What does "Old Vine" on a wine label really promise? Is “Old Vine Zinfandel” truly better, or is it just marketing? In this wine stories episode of Everyday Sommelier, host Kristi Mayfield uncorks the truth about old vine wine, decoding industry buzzwords and cutting through the confusion surrounding one of wine’s most romantic—yet undefined—labels. Explore why “Old Vine” isn’t a globally or legally defined term, and how this creates frustration for everyday wine lovers, like y...

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Episodes (20/49)

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Are Old Vine Wines Really Better? Separating Fact from Fiction

Send us a text What does "Old Vine" on a wine label really promise? Is “Old Vine Zinfandel” truly better, or is it just marketing? In this wine stories episode of Everyday Sommelier, host Kristi Mayfield uncorks the truth about old vine wine, decoding industry buzzwords and cutting through the confusion surrounding one of wine’s most romantic—yet undefined—labels. Explore why “Old Vine” isn’t a globally or legally defined term, and how this creates frustration for everyday wine lovers, like y...

2 weeks ago

17 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Wine Fraud Exposed And How to Buy with Confidence

Send us a text When even seasoned wine experts and collectors are fooled, how can everyday wine lovers, like you, feel confident that the bottle in their cart (or on their table) is real? This episode of Everyday Sommelier with Kristi Mayfield exposes the unsettling rise of wine fraud—from multimillion-dollar counterfeit scandals to fake wine labels infiltrating mainstream shelves and online retailers. Learn how major wine regions are fighting back with new authenticity measures, and di...

1 month ago

15 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Coravin’s Greg Lambrecht On Reclaiming Your Wine To Make Every Bottle an Occasion

Send us a text Tired of letting half-open bottles of wine go to waste—or waiting years to open a special bottle, only to find it’s past its prime? Wine preservation becomes exhilarating as Coravin inventor Greg Lambrecht joins Kristi Mayfield to reveal the transformative power of this breakthrough wine gadget. Uncorking more than preservation, Greg and Kristi dig deep into wine technology and the freedom to taste, explore, and savor every bottle on your terms—without fear of waste, compromise...

1 month ago

45 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Does Wine Get Better With Age? Unlock The 3 Secret Ingredients For A YES!

Send us a text Ever wondered if that special bottle in your wine rack is destined to become legendary—or just flat? Let Kristi Mayfield, certified wine expert, arm you with everything you need to confidently answer, “Should I age this wine, or pop it tonight?” Learn why only 1-5% of wines truly benefit from aging, and unravel the confusing myths surrounding vintage dates, price, and label claims. Kristi reveals the 3 (three) invisible but critical building blocks for wine ageability—acidity, ...

1 month ago

22 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

These Wine Storage Temperature Enemies Are Ruining Your Wine

Send us a text Ever wondered if your prized bottles are safe on that decorative wine rack? This episode of Everyday Sommelier reveals the biggest wine storage mistakes most collectors make (hint: that gorgeous spot on top of your fridge is a disaster for your wine) and gives you the wine storage strategy you need—no cellar required. Kristi Mayfield breaks down how to choose the best wine storage solutions for every type of bottle, from everyday drinkers to legacy investments, so you can stop ...

1 month ago

19 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

From Fear to Confidence Unlock the Power of Tannins in Wine

Send us a text Ever feel overwhelmed when handed the wine list at a business dinner, worried about making the wrong choice—especially when it comes to tannin in wine? This episode of Everyday Sommelier with Kristi Mayfield dives deep into what tannins really are, why they’re not the enemy of great wine, and how understanding them can become your superpower at any table. Kristi shatters the myth that high-tannin wines are best avoided and empowers you to explore your personal tannin taste spec...

2 months ago

15 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Wine On Tap Anxiety: What To Do When There’s No Wine Bottle in Sight

Send us a text Ordering wine at a restaurant is changing fast, and traditional glass bottles are no longer the only option on the table. This episode of Everyday Sommelier dives into the hottest restaurant wine trend: alternative wine packaging—from wine on tap and kegs to cans, Bag-in-Box, and eco-friendly recycled bottles. Kristi Mayfield explores what’s driving this seismic shift, including sustainability, lower costs, and fresher wine by the glass. Plus, learn why restaurants and wi...

2 months ago

14 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

3 Tips Beyond The Bottle So You Can Embrace Alternative Wine Packaging

Send us a text Cringe at the sight of boxed wine at a party? Think twice. Episode 41 of Everyday Sommelier breaks down everything you know—and don’t—about alternative wine packaging. Host Kristi Mayfield pulls back the curtain on why glass bottles aren’t the only (or best) way to store and enjoy your favorite wines. Explore the facts behind boxed wine, canned wine, Tetra Pak, paper bottles, lightweight glass, and even reusable bottle programs. Dive into the science of why these formats preser...

2 months ago

18 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Stop Guessing And Start Mastering Your Sauvignon Blanc Wine Style

Send us a text Wondering why the Sauvignon Blanc wine style you pick never tastes the same twice? If you’ve ever grabbed a bottle expecting vibrant citrus and got stone fruit—or vice versa—this episode is for you. Kristi Mayfield, host of Everyday Sommelier, unpacks the three major Sauvignon Blanc styles: New Zealand’s zesty citrus, a lush oak-aged warm climate version, and France’s mineral-driven Sancerre. Unravel how key factors like climate, winemaking method, and blending dramatically cha...

2 months ago

13 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Breaking Down Wine Discovery Barriers For Modern Drinkers

Send us a text Struggling to enjoy wine without feeling lost or out of place? Dive into this episode as Kristi Mayfield and sommelier Hennex Vigo confront wine’s intimidation factor and reveal how to make wine approachable for Millennials, Gen Z, women professionals, and curious drinkers. Learn why traditional wine education feels outdated and discover actionable strategies that empower you to discover new wines, trust your palate, and sidestep wine snobbery for good. Explore how communal tas...

2 months ago

35 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Ditch Learning 200+ Wine Tasting Terms! Do This Instead

Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed the moment someone starts talking about “lemons, limes, or wet rocks” in your wine glass? You’re not alone. Wine tasting can seem like learning a foreign language—especially if you struggle to put words to what you taste or smell. In this episode of Everyday Sommelier, Kristi Mayfield is joined by neurodiversity educator, Russell Van Broecklen, to reveal revolutionary, science-backed techniques to help you learn how to taste wine, decode aromas, and master w...

3 months ago

32 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Why Dinking Alone Can Be Your Wine Connection Transformation With Tsvety Roo

Send us a text Feeling intimidated by the idea of solo travel or dining out alone? Episode 37 of the Everyday Sommelier podcast is your go-to guide for transforming solo wine tasting into a gateway for genuine connection and cultural immersion. Host Kristi Mayfield welcomes seasoned solo traveler Tsvety Roo, who shares her real-world experiences leveraging wine tasting as an effortless “ice breaker” on journeys across Spain, Portugal, South Africa, and beyond. Learn how to break through the...

3 months ago

30 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Why Pairing Cab Sauv And Bread Pudding Will Always Fail with Richard King

Send us a text Is your favorite red wine suddenly undrinkable when you pair it with dessert? You’re not alone. Sugar in wine and food is one of the biggest sources of wine pairing fails—and most people have no idea why! In this episode of Everyday Sommelier, expert Sommelier, Richard King, joins host Kristi Mayfield. The goal? To decode the complexities of sweet wine pairing and how sugar changes everything you thought you knew about enjoying wine with food. Ever wonder why that big, bo...

3 months ago

32 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Exploring Acidity in Wine From Bitter Bombs to Balanced Pairings with Richard King

Send us a text Tired of puckering up when sipping high acidity wines or feeling lost when pairing bright, crisp whites (and reds!) with dinner? You’re not alone. In Episode 35 of Everyday Sommelier, host Kristi Mayfield teams up with wine expert Richard King to break down why acidic wines can taste overpowering and exactly how to make them shine with the perfect culinary match. Get expert, step-by-step strategies to decode wine acidity, recognize those “acid bombs,” and turn them into your me...

3 months ago

26 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

AI And Wine Is Brilliant, And It Is Totally Freaking People Out

Send us a text Can artificial intelligence truly enhance your wine experience, for example in food wine pairings? And where does human intuition still reign supreme? This episode dives into the fast-evolving world of AI in wine—from vineyard management and weather prediction to the rise of AI-powered wine recommendations and digital pairing apps like Wine Wize. Kristi Mayfield unpacks real fears about losing authenticity, job displacement, and generic wine content, revealing how to balance sm...

4 months ago

16 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Beer, Bubbles, or Bourbon? The Wine Selector Guide You Didn’t Know You Needed (Until Now)

Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed by complicated wine lists and want nothing more than your own personal wine selector? Defaulting to cocktails, beers, or seltzers because wine just never seems “right” for your palate? If wine shopping feels as tricky as assembling furniture without instructions, this episode of Everyday Sommelier is for you. Host Kristi Mayfield breaks down the confusion and helps you bridge the gap from your favorite familiar drinks—be that IPAs, margaritas, or citrusy sel...

4 months ago

22 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Know Your Red Wine Styles And Never Pick The Wrong Bottle Again

Send us a text Struggling to choose the perfect red wine? Confused why one Cabernet Sauvignon tastes light and fruity while the next leaves your mouth coated in tannin? On this episode of Everyday Sommelier, host Kristi Mayfield breaks down the complex world of red wine styles into three easy-to-understand categories: fresh and fruity, dry and dirty, and packed with a punch. Discover how to go beyond grape varietal or wine region, and instead use taste profile, alcohol level, and even food pa...

4 months ago

26 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Break The White Wine Code With These Three Simple Styles

Send us a text Confused by all the white wine options at restaurants or the wine shop? Tired of ordering a glass of Chardonnay and never knowing if it’ll taste like lemon zest or buttery popcorn? On this episode of the Everyday Sommelier podcast, Kristi Mayfield breaks down the complicated world of white wine styles into three simple, easy-to-use categories that will help you always get the glass you want—whether you’re craving something fresh and zippy, aromatic and floral, or rich and cream...

4 months ago

17 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Mastering Vegan Food and Wine Pairing with Amy McNutt of Maiden Fort Worth

Send us a text Pairing wine with vegan or vegetarian food challenges even seasoned wine lovers—but not anymore. Chef Amy McNutt, the culinary force behind Maiden in Fort Worth, Texas, joins Everyday Sommelier host Kristi Mayfield to break down the art of vegan wine pairing, bust myths, and provide actionable tips so anyone can master pairing wine with vegetables, vegan proteins, and creative plant-based dishes. Discover why not all wines are vegan and how animal-based fining agents play a rol...

5 months ago

27 minutes

Everyday Sommelier - Wine Stories with Kristi Mayfield

Still Guessing What Wine Barrels Do? Learn the Real Impact from the Source with Guillaume Maugeais

Send us a text Explore the hidden world of wine barrels on Everyday Sommelier as Kristi Mayfield sits down with master cooper Guillaume Maugier. Dive into critical insights about barrel aging, oak influence, and how coooperage affects every sip. Discover why barrel maturation is as crucial as vineyard terroir for winemaking, and learn the science behind oak tannins, wood maturation, and evolving wine styles. Maugier reveals techniques used by top winemakers across continents, the surprising p...

5 months ago

38 minutes