How Wine Connections Can Transform Solo Travel One Glass at a Time
Picture this: You’re on the road alone, your suitcase your only companion. The city is alive with energy, locals laugh over shared plates, and couples clink glasses across candle-lit tables. But you, about to walk into a restaurant or wine bar by yourself, hesitate at the door. Will people stare? Will you feel out of […]
What’s in Your Wine Barrels? Why Oak Is Great Wine’s Quiet Powerhouse
You know that moment when you swirl a glass of red, catch a whiff of something toasty or spicy, and wonder what makes it taste that way (shhh, you know it’s wine barrels)? Many wine lovers chalk it up to grapes or yeast, sometimes even the fancy chateau on the label. But there’s a centuries-old […]
Your Next Favorite Wine – How To Find It, Track It, and Why It Matters
Ready to find your favorite wine? In this episode of Everyday Sommelier, Kristi Mayfield explores the journey to discovering your wine style and the importance of tracking your preferences. Together, we’ll demystify the daunting question, “What’s your favorite wine?” Want the good news? There’s no incorrect response when it comes to personal taste. We’ll breaks […]
Alcohol-Free Wine Explained: How It’s Made and Why You Should Care
For many alcoholic wine lovers, the idea of alcohol-free wines may provoke mixed reactions. Perhaps you’ve never tried one, or your experience was limited to a less-than-stellar glass from years ago. But the landscape of alcohol-free wines has evolved dramatically, offering better quality and more diverse options than ever before. So why do some people […]
How You Can Practice Try January Without The Guilt
In recent years, trends like Dry January and Sober October have become global phenomena. Millions have been inspired to take a break from alcohol for health, mindfulness, or simply to reset after indulgent seasons. But what if giving up wine altogether doesn’t appeal to you? Enter Try January, a growing movement for wine lovers who want to explore new habits […]
Master Sommeliers Don’t Know Everything (And Neither Should You)
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by wine knowledge? Maybe you’ve binge-watched shows like Somm or Drops of God or picked up Jancis Robinson’s World Atlas of Wine, only to feel like you’ll never understand it all. You’re not alone! As wine enthusiasts, we often put immense pressure on ourselves to know everything, but here’s the truth: you don’t have to. […]