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Wine Talks with Paul K.

All you knew about wine is about to bust wide open….we are going to talk about what really happens in the wine business and I’m taking no prisoners... I am your host Paul Kalemkiarian and as the 2nd generation owner of the Original Wine of the Month Club, I sold 17,000,000 bottles of wine and tasted somewhere north of 100,000 wines. And what I learned is that wine is about the story; the story can't be that I bought this wine on the internet for 5 bucks. Join me as we peel back the real stories behind the wine you are tasting. How can Groupon sell 12 bottles for $60 and the wines be good? How do you start a winery anyway and lose money? And is a screwcap really better than a cork? Sometimes I have to pick a wine at the store by the label and the price...and I get screwed. Subscribe now and prepare to be enlightened.

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Dec. 17, 2024

What Wine Can Teach Us About Humanity and Culture with Wanda Mann

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Why does wine feel so special, beyond just being a drink? In this episode of Wine Talks, Paul K chats with Wanda Mann, East Coast Editor for SOMM Journal and The Tasting Panel. With over 16 years of experience in the wine industry, Wanda takes us on...

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Show Notes

Why does wine feel so special, beyond just being a drink?

In this episode of Wine Talks, Paul K chats with Wanda Mann, East Coast Editor for SOMM Journal and The Tasting Panel.

With over 16 years of experience in the wine industry, Wanda takes us on her journey from anthropology to wine expert, sharing what makes wine deeply anthropological.

They discuss everything from the intersection of wine, culture, and history, the evolving inclusivity in wine, and why stories make every wine bottle memorable.

The conversation also touches on the generational shifts in wine trends, the rise of non-alcoholic options, and why developing your palate should be a personal, ongoing journey.

Listen in and explore the world of wine through a whole new lens!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Wanda Mann’s journey through wine and culture (01:08)

The anthropology of wine (05:00)

What makes wine different from other beverages (13:27)

Simplifying wine education for consumers (15:28)

Younger generations and their evolving wine preferences (24:10)

Non-alcoholic wine and industry innovations (29:27)

Diversity challenges and progress in the wine industry (34:27)

Wanda’s father’s influence as a chef on her passion for flavor (49:58)

The role of wine in connecting people (54:42)

Additional Resources:

👉Learn more about Wine Talks: https://www.winetalkspodcast.com/

👉Watch the YouTube full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EcE_nUpOKHY&list=PLVPoDzlH3_n8rqmofwcCQvOi_3Ci66bu_

👉Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WineTalksPodcast?sub_confirmation=1

👉Follow Wanda Mann on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winedinewanda/?hl=en

Watch or listen to these episodes:

🔸Claude Has Worked In The Greatest Wine Districts In France. How Did He Get To Napa?: https://youtu.be/NUPKpEkQp2Y

🔸White House Wine Authority Reveals the UNTOLD Presidential Wine Secrets | Frederick Ryan: https://youtu.be/4M09rYbob6I

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🍷IG: https://www.instagram.com/winetalkspodcast/

🍷LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-kalemkiarian-a792914

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