The Cork & Fizz Guide to Wine
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 and wine, how to shop for wine, and so much more!
You’ll also get to hear from experts in the wine industry like winemakers and experienced sommeliers.
Whether you’re a casual wine sipper or a total cork dork like myself, this podcast is for you!
Want to learn even more about wine? Come follow me on Instagram @corkandfizz and check out my website, www.corkandfizz.com to book a private tasting or join my virtual tasting club, the Cork Crew!
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Ep 53 Greek Wine: A Hidden Gem - A Wine Region Miniseries
Even 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 Washington wine and while they are absolutely delicious, when Mr. Cork & Fizz suggested going wine shopping for something new, I didn't hesitate to say yes!
So, it was that conversation that inspired me to dig deep into Greek wine and to share this inspiration with you, so that if you were looking for something new to try, then maybe you would be inspired to try some Greek wine as well!
I’m digging into the history of Greek wine as well as 5 must try Greek wines, from the Assyrtiko which is known for its bone-dry, high-acid, and sometimes salty style to the aromatic Moschofilero - a white wine meant to be enjoyed young, with its floral aromas to the Barolo of Greece: Xinomavro!
You’ll also learn about the unique kouloura technique of growing grapes to protect the vines from the powerful sea winds and the unique geographical location of Greece and how that impacts the flavors of the wine.
After you listen in, I hope you are inspired to go out and try a bottle of wine from Greece! If you do, head over to instagram (@corkandfizz) and let me know what you tried and what you loved about the wine!
Resources:
Wine growing method kouloura
https://winesofgreece.org/articles/the-santorini-kouloura/
What is an Orange Wine? https://www.corkandfizz.com/wine-blog/guide-to-wine-podcast-episode-18
Wine Folly Map of Greece Wine Regions
https://media.winefolly.com/Greek-wine-Greece-map-wine-folly.png
Episode Highlights:
- Introduction and history of Greek wine
- Geography and climate of Greek wine
- The unique geography of Greece which has over 200 indigenous grape varietals
- 4 different wine regions of Greece
- What grapes are grown in each region
- Assyrtiko - description and characteristics
- Moschofilero - description and characteristics
- Roditis - description and characteristics
- Agiorgitiko - description and characteristic
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