Interviews

Sid Patel’s aim behind the Sommeliers Choice Awards

12/07/2024 | Sid Patel, CEO of Beverage Trade Network, launched the Sommeliers Choice Awards to celebrate wines that excel in quality, value, and consumer appeal, leveraging the expertise of sommeliers to bridge the gap between producers and the on-premise market

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An Interview with Greg Linn of Greg Linn Imports: “Closing the Gap” and the Importance of Sommeliers

05/07/2024 | Conversation with Greg Linn of Greg Linn Imports on Closing the Gap between Trade and the Importance of Sommeliers

Interviews

Karissa Kruse's Vision: Pioneering Sustainability at Sonoma County Winegrowers

22/06/2024 | Balancing Tradition, Innovation, and Sustainability in Sonoma County’s Wine Industry

Interviews

From Georgia to Your Glass: Ucha Tsiklauri and the Story of Georgian Wines and Spirits

22/05/2024 | Exploring the Heritage, Unique Winemaking Techniques, and Market Expansion of Georgian Wines in the U.S.

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Vineyard Chronicles: Parras Wines' Legacy of Tradition and Innovation

16/04/2024 | Crafting Superior Wines, Sustaining Communities, and Embracing Terroir

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Know Your Sommeliers: Jeremy Shanker, MS

10/04/2024 | Meet Jeremy Shanker, MINA Group's Corporate Wine Director and esteemed Master Sommelier. Read our "Know Your Sommeliers" series for insights on wine, guest experiences, and sales strategies. Discover the wine world's secrets from Jeremy's lens.

Interviews

From the Judge's Table: Insights from Jeff Van Ham, Sommelier at Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants

09/04/2024 | Dive into the inspiring journey of Jeff Van Ham, a sommelier at Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, whose initial indifference to wine transformed into a profound passion for the vine.

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Carlo De Biasi: Leading Innovation in Sustainable Winemaking

08/04/2024 | Exploring the Intersection of Tradition and Innovation at San Felice

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A Vinicultural Odyssey: Consortium Imports Revealing Global Wine Treasures

02/04/2024 | Navigating Quality, Sustainability, and the Art of Wine Storytelling

Interviews

From The Judge's Table: Insights from Marsha Wright, Assistant General Manager at DineAmic Hospitality

01/04/2024 | Marsha, an experienced wine professional, judges at the Sommeliers Choice Awards, highlighting trends like orange wines and lower alcohol. Winning a medal boosts smaller wineries' visibility and validation, with Wright's feedback aiding their growth.