Normal School of Wine The Podcast

We say farewell to NORMAL SCHOOL of WINE as we have relaunched our project, still and always dedicated to spreading WINE WISDOM FOR EVERYDAY LIFE...We say goodbye to Normal School of Wine, NRML Wine, and all of its affiliated "NRML" brands. Unfortunately, with that, we also must say farewell to NORMAL SCHOOL of WINE THE PODCAST.For Julie and I this has been a labor of love, our little baby, and a project that we have loved and nourished through three seasons. We thank you all for your continued support over the years!We hope you check us out in the future and visit us and see what we're doing in our new project  PINTA PRODUCTIONS and PINTA SCHOOL OF WINEfind us on social media!INSTAGRAM: @PintaSchoolofWinehttps://www.instagram.com/pintaschoolofwine/X: @pintawine SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

PREVIOUSLY NORMAL SCHOOL of WINE / NRML WINEWe are now:PINTA SCHOOL of WINEpintaschoolofwine.comIG: @pintaschoolofwineX: @pintawineThe penultimate episode in the season! Our dynamic duo heads for the storied, manacled, libraries and drawing rooms of most-respectable Bordeaux!Along the way they welcome the New Year... hello 2024! Alas, they share no news on the current new rebranding but they do tease a major announcement coming our way! Pour yourself a glass and settle in, because Pinta School of Wine: The Podcast 9(?)  is here to sprinkle some Wine Wisdom for Everyday Life!OUR CHATEAUX PICKS FOR THIS EPISODECHÂTEAU GRAVILLE-LACOSTE  Bordeaux Blanc - Bordeaux - FR. @chateau_roumieu_lacosteCHÂTEAU GREYSAC,  "Cru Bourgeois" Médoc  - Bordeaux - FR. https://www.chateaugreysac.com/"La Croix de Beaucaillou" by CHÂTEAU DUCRU-BEAUCAILLOU, St. Julién - Bordeaux - FR.@chateauducrubeaucaillouMANY THANKS TO:J's Bottle Shop, Athens Ga.Origen Selections @origenselectionsSUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

BONUS EPISODE - OUT OF THE VAULT"The Lost Champagne Episode"Out of the Vault-- while we recorded this episode 2 years ago, it was never published add has languished in the dark recesses of the World Headquarters of Normal School of Wine, forlorn, forgotten... Until now! Our dynamic duo break-down wine laws; sea-aged wines; and pop-open the bottle to reveal the mysteries and magic of "capital C" Champagne! Styles, types, and stylings are discussed and we see if the chump gets stumped in this bonus episode! And, remember what Julie says: Don't let a flute chat ya! #champagnelifePour yourself a glass (of Champagne) and settle in, because Normal School of Wine: The Podcast is here to sprinkle some Wine Wisdom for Everyday Life!*BE AWARE that there are some erroneous plugs for programming that is no longer active due to the original production date for this episode*OUR (CHAMPAGNES) PICKS FOR THIS EPISODE"Cuvée 742" Extra Brut by Champagne Jaquesson@champagnejacquesson_officielImported by Rare Wine Co.   @rarewineco"Brut Rosé" by Champagne Lanson@champagnelansonImported by Terlato Wine Group  @terlatowines"Blanc de Blancs" by  Claude  Genet, Chouilly@champagne_michel_genet)https://www.liquidfarm.com/SHOT OUTS TO:Champagne Marie-Weiss - @ployez_jacquemartChampagne Bollinger - @champagne_bollingerChampagne Pol Roger - @pol_rogerChampagne Billecart-Salmon - @billecart_estateMANY THANKS TO:J's Bottle Shop, Athens Ga. SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

Nobody hide! It's going to be alright as we dive into a the divisive world of Chardonnay! Our brave hereos boldly divide the room as they delve into the controversies of Chardonnay. Fear not thee who hateth the oak...  we're talking styles, places, and favorites. Along the way the dynamic duo, Alejandro and Julie, talk what to pair with Korean food; what to bring to a party when no one cares about wine; and we'll see if the chump is finally stumped! Pour yourself a glass and settle in, because Normal School of Wine: The Podcast is here to sprinkle some Wine Wisdom for Everyday Life!OUR (CHARDONNAY) PICKS FOR THIS EPISODEMÂCON-VILLAGES by Domaine Merlin, Burgundy - FR  @domainemerlinImported by Grand Cru Selections  @grandcruselectionsCHARDONNAY "Estate"  by Levendi, Napa Valley, Ca. - USA  @levendiwineryhttps://www.levendiwinery.com/CHARDONNAY "White Hill Vineyards" by Liquid Farms, Santa Rita Hills, Ca. - USA  @liquidfarmhttps://www.liquidfarm.com/MANY THANKS TO:J's Bottle Shop, Athens Ga.Origen Selections @origenselectionsRive Gauche Wines of Georgia   @rivegauchewineco    www.rivegauche.com SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

We take off to the fairy-book town of Chablis whose Kimmeridgian hills resplendent with vines give us legendarily long-lived; crisp; mineral-laden, er, Chardonnay!  Along the way we make a few stops to unpack the truth about wine clubs; how Climate Change is impacting Europe's storied vineyards, as well as touhcing-down on the formula for choosing a wine for parties and we'll see if the Chump gets stumped on this brand new episode!All aboard and join us for a dive into one of our favorite elittle wines from Burgundy: the much misunderstood and adored Chablis! Pour yourself a glass and settle in, because Normal School of Wine: The Podcast is here to sprinkle some Wine Wisdom for Everyday Life!OUR PICKS FOR THIS EPISODECHABLIS by Samuel Billaud @domainesamuel_billaudImported by Shiverick Imports  @shiverick_winesCHABLIS "1er Cru - Vaugiraut" by Domaine Oudin @domaineoudinImported by Jenny and Francois Selections  @jennyfrancoisCHABLIS "Grand Cru - Les Clos" 2015 by Domaine Jean Collet & Fils @chablis.colletImported by variousLINKS to ARTICLES featured:https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2023/07/alsace-to-trial-syrahhttps://www.decanter.com/learn/eu-wine-labelling-the-changes-explained-507553/#:~:text=Despite%20initial%20talks%20in%20the,end%20on%208%20December%202023.MANY THANKS TO:J's Bottle Shop, Athens Ga.Origen Selections @origenselectionsRive Gauche Wines of Georgia   @rivegauchewineco    www.rivegauche.com SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

Holy bottle openers, wine lovers! Your favorite dynamic duo, Julie Perkins and Alejandro Ortiz, are back and they're uncorking more than just bottles this season. After a hiatus longer than the aging process of a fine Bordeaux, they're diving right into the juicy world of Vacation Wines! 🏖️🍾POW! Is the design of white wine glasses just plain silly or a stroke of genius? 🥂ZAP! Delve deep into the mystical realm of biodynamic wines. Is it magic or meticulous science? 🌙🍇WHAM! And what's this? Julie is having a "hot girl summer"? Unravel the vinous mysteries behind this trendy declaration. ☀️💃Pour yourself a glass and settle in, because Normal School of Wine: The Podcast is here to sprinkle some Wine Wisdom for Everyday Life!#NormalSchoolOfWine #VacationWines #WhiteWineMysteries #BiodynamicBuzz #HotGirlSummerWithJulieTUNE IN NOW and let's toast to a season of delicious discoveries! 🍷🎙️🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️SUPPORT THIS PODCAST! Buy us a Coffee! Our Picks for this Episode are:BELLIFOLLI BIANCO by Odyssey Vini, Sicily - IT@odyssey_viniImported by: Origen Selections @origenselectionsROMEO by Odyssey Vini, Vignetti del Dolimiti - IT@odyssey_viniImported by: Origen Selections @origenselectionsFlora & Fauna White , Northeast, California - USA@idlewildwines   www.idlewild.com#vinovacaHonorable mentions for summer whites: Assyrtiko (GR); Vinho Verde (Po); Txacoli (Sp); Cieck Erbaluce (It)BIODYNAMIC PRODUCERs - A PLACE TO STARThttps://www.regenerativetravel.com/explore/top-8-biodynamic-wineries-arould-the-world/A special thanks to this episode's sponsors:Rive Gauche Wines of Georgia   @rivegauchewineco    www.rivegauche.comOrigen Selections   @origenselectionsOdyssey Vini   @odyssey_vini SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

The dynamic duo strike back! After an almost, ahem, year hiatus NORMAL SCHOOL of WINE is back and better than ever! We're coming out with a third season with all the hilarity, wine and hijinks you've come to expect! Coming at you monthly with regular episodes as well as bonus episodes, interviews, and more! WINE OF THE PODEvery month (at the end of the a podcast episode)  we'll reveal the following month's "Main Topic" as well as give you the stats for  a wine for you to drink along with us as we discuss the wine and dive into pod's mainline subject.We will rarely give you a specific wine (i.e. a specific brand and vintage) - instead we'll give you some parameters for what wine to get at your local independent wine shop (say, "Chablis" or  a "Valpolicella") -- in fact, we'll even give you a graphic you can download to your mobile device and show the folks at your local wine shop so you can join us with your bottle and curl up to some wine-wisdom every episode!THE WINE of the POD for SEASON 3 - EPISODE 1:A crisp, zippy, white wine from Sicily between $16 - $25USD.Think things like Catarratto, Carricante and/or even a crisp (and dry) Zibibbo. Check out and download the WINE OF THE POD graphic hereDrink well my friends!  SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

Our dynamic due takes a trip to Orangeworld as they discuss all things Orange wine (hint: they're not made out of Oranges) and why it's so good to make some skin-contact. Julie discusses a wine caper, Alejandro introduces us to all sorts of bathroom-centric wine descriptors, and fall-wine shenanigans are had in this special Fall episode. Our Picks for this Episode are:"Bucce" Bianco by Cardedu, Sardegna - ITImported by: Porto Vino @portovino_imports"Naranjo" by Viña González Bastias, Maule Valley - CH@danitintopais    www.vinosgonzalezbastias.comImported by: David Bowler Wines    -   www.davidbowlerwines.com"Paleokerisio" by Domaine Glinavos, Ionnina - GR@domaine_glinavoswww.glinavos.grImported by: DNS Wines    @dnswinesA special thanks to this episode's sponsors:Circa_Alejandro  @circa_alejandro    www.circa_alejandro.comJ's Bottle Shop   @jsbottleshop     www.jsbottleshop.comNORMAL SCHOOL OF WINEWine Wisdom for Everyday LifeDon't forget to check-out our current Roster of virtual CLASSES, COURSES, and EVENTS from anywhere in the world here - subscribe so you can be alerted when we post new classes (classes are weekly and new classes are posted monthly) - and FOLLOW US, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and Send us question and feedback!Current Classes and Courses check it out hereTwitter  @winenormalInsta @normalschoolofwine www.normalschoolofwine.com SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

Leave those tiki torches home because we are talking woke whites - We don't want to hear “I don’t like white wine” as we leave the 8-crayon crayola box behind and explore a world beyond Pinot Grigio (ok, three wines...) . Another wine legend leaves us, Sting gets stung, and the dynamic duo dives into some very woke white sponsored by Georgia-based distributor Rive Gauche Wines.Our Picks for this Episode are:Elbling "Trocken" by Hild, Mosel - GA@hild.wineImported by: Vom Boden @vombodenHinter der Mauer, Central Coast, California - USA@tatomer    www.tatomerwines.comAnnia White Wine by Massican, Napa Valley, California - USA@massicanwinery   www.massican.comA special thanks to this episode's sponsors:Rive Gauche Wines of Georgia   @rivegauchewineco    www.rivegauche.comCirca_Alejandro  @circa_alejandro    www.circa_alejandro.comJ's Bottle Shop   @jsbottleshop     www.jsbottleshop.comNORMAL SCHOOL OF WINEWine Wisdom for Everyday LifeDon't forget to check-out our current Roster of virtual CLASSES, COURSES, and EVENTS from anywhere in the world here - subscribe so you can be alerted when we post new classes (classes are weekly and new classes are posted monthly) - and FOLLOW US, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and Send us question and feedback!Current Classes and Courses check it out hereTwitter  @winenormalInsta @normalschoolofwine www.normalschoolofwine.com SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

Alejandro is back from Sicily and his wine-filled luggage has been unpacked! Our dynamic duo unpack the magic that is the wines of Sicily, talk food pairings, and get some good food advice! But wait! There's more! We feature a special guest! Gaetana Jacono @gaetanajacono proprietor and vintner at Sicily's renowned Valle del Acate winery @valledellacate join the fun with a insightful interview where Gaetana talks food, wine, and her family's legacy in Sicily. We also tackle your questions and wonder why Julie has a basket full of raw seafood! Our Picks for this Episode are:Grillo "Zagra" by Valle dell'Acate, Sicily - IT@valledellacateImported by: Various US ImportersEtna Rosatto by Barone de Villagrande, Sicily - IT @baronedivillagrandeImported by: Various US ImportersIl Frappato by Valle dell'Acate, Sicily - IT@valledellacateImported by: Various US ImportersRepresentation: @dp-selezioni_usa Don't forget to check-out our current Roster of virtual CLASSES, COURSES, and EVENTS from anywhere in the world here - subscribe so you can be alerted when we post new classes (classes are weekly and new classes are posted monthly) - and FOLLOW US, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and Send us question and feedback!Current Classes and Courses check it out hereTwitter  @winenormalInsta @normalschoolofwine www.normalschoolofwine.com SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

Uh-oh, where's Alejandro... Miss Julie finds out... SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

Spring has spring and with it another opportunity at exploring the winescape of Spring Wines that are crisp, fresh and vibrant - yes Virginia, Spring Wines are a thing! Also, Bordeaux goes to space, Orange wine aging is discussed and Alejandro gets on the stump chair and Julie makes a confession about Batman while Alejandro waxes poetic about seasons. Our Picks for this Episode are:Fallanghina del Sannio by Cantina del Taburno , Campania - IT@cantinadeltaburno@dp_selezioni_usaAlbariño"Nessa" by Adegas Gran Vinum, Rias Baixas - SP@granvinumImported by: Grapes of Spain @grapesofspainChinon "Canal de Grand Pièces" by Domaine de L'RWinemaker: Frédéric Sigonneau @fredericsigonneauImported by Sour GrapesDon't forget to check-out our current Roster of virtual CLASSES, COURSES, and EVENTS from anywhere in the world here - subscribe so you can be alerted when we post new classes (classes are weekly and new classes are posted monthly) - and FOLLOW US, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and Send us question and feedback!Current Classes and Courses check it out hereTwitter  @winenormalInsta @normalschoolofwine www.normalschoolofwine.com SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

Rock out with your Pinot out as Pinot Envy ensues and Julie’s eye rolling nearly tips the studio. Did you know Pinot speaks many languages? Pinot Gris is a chameleon and Alejandro shares his favorite California Pinot Noirs. While our hosts play with their Pinots the conversation goes Sideways but before it does the duo reveals that Champagne is getting a new wine, Italy has a few reds you should know, and tips on how to test a wine pros mettle in our second episode of season 2 all while welcoming Stephen James  @ragazzi_perduti of Uva Imports @unvaimports to the Stump Chair! Our Picks for this Episode AreHugel Pinot Blanc, Alsace - FranceImported by  Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.@etienne_hugel #hugel #alsaceSun Goddess, Friuli Pinot Grigio Ramato - Italya wine by Mary J. Blige @therealmaryjblige @sungoddesswinesImported by Trinity Beverage Group #sungoddessCristom Vineyards, Pinot Noir Mt. Jefferson Cuvée Willamette Valley, Oregon - USA@cristomwine #oregonpinotnoirHONORABLE MENTIONSDomaine de Fontsainte Gris de Gris  @kermitlynchwineCalera Pinot Noir @calerawinePeay Vineyards @peay_vineyardsFlowers @flowerswineryDon't forget to check-out our current Roster of virtual CLASSES, COURSES, and EVENTS from anywhere in the world here - subscribe so you can be alerted when we post new classes (classes are weekly and new classes are posted monthly) - and FOLLOW US, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and Send us question and feedback!Current Classes and Courses check it out hereTwitter  @winenormalInsta @normalschoolofwine www.normalschoolofwine.com SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

The Normal School of Wine Strikes Back with its brand-spankin' new second season and boy are @circa_alejandro and @thejuliesmoolie putting up the wine-smolder as they dive into the romantic world of white Burgundy in preparation for Valentine's Day but along the way Alejandro confesses his most basic instincts, Elon Musk's space wine is discussed and we collectively ponder what the heck is AligotéOur Picks for this Episode AreJean et Sébastien Dauvissat, ChablisImported by Rosenthal Wine Merchants#rosenthalwinemerchant #madrosegroupDomaine Guillot-Broux, Mâcon-Cruzille Les Geniévrières BlancImported by Candid Wine Imports  @candid_wines #guillotbroux Domaine Moutard-Diligent, Qu'est-ce que c'est Aligoté?Imported by Communal Brands  @communalbrands@famillemoutard   famillemoutard.comCALL TO ACTION! Post a picture on INSTAGRAM of  yourself with some WHITE BURGUNDY and TAG US with the hashtag #nswburgundyadventure @normalschoolofwine Don't forget to check-out our current Roster of virtual CLASSES, COURSES, and EVENTS from anywhere in the world here - subscribe so you can be alerted when we post new classes (classes are weekly and new classes are posted monthly) - and FOLLOW US, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and Send us question and feedback!Twitter  @winenormalInsta @normalschoolofwine www.normalschoolofwine.com SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

The Normal School of Wine duo @circa_alejandro and @thejuliesmoolie close out the season by covering the world of Cabernet (even though Alejandro is always bashing it, but is he really a closeted believer?) - Listener questions are answered as wine rituals are debunked, Prosecco gets pinked, the chump is stomped. and someone's never been on a hot air balloon-- Find out all this and more on the last episode of the season!Our Picks for the episode are the Rosé (of Cabernet) by Chateau Gabarre  | Michael Corso Selections@michaelcorsoselectionsCabernet Sauvignon "Gran Coronas Reserva" by Torres @familiatorreswinesCabernet Pfeiffer by Broc Cellars  @brocccellarsDon't forget to check-out our current Roster of virtual CLASSES, COURSES, and EVENTS from anywhere in the world here - subscribe so you can be alerted when we post new classes (classes are weekly and new classes are posted monthly) - and FOLLOW US, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and Send us question and feedback! Twitter  @winenormalInsta @normalschoolofwine www.normalschoolofwine.com SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

The Festive Season, especially this year, can be stressful and overwhelming… never mind trying to find a wine that can all the bounty of the Festive table - from candied yams to casserole. But, fret not! Our dynamic duo is here to the rescue as Alejandro and Julie breakdown what you need to know to find the perfect wine for the season! Plus Julie confesses to loving Chardonnay, we get crazy with Amarone and Cheesecake AND bring you a bonus: 5 Wine Hacks for Festive Wine Success! Find you if the chump gets stumped and more this penultimate episode! @circa_alejandroSpecial shout out to the McBride Sisters which we covered here and check-out the Forbes article we discussed here. Our Picks for the episode are the Markus Altenburger, Blaufränkisch vom Kalk | Shatzi Imports@schatziwines @markusaltenburgerFattoria Le Pupille, Morellino di Scansano | Ethica Wines@fattorialepupille__official @ethicawines_usa Grapesmith & Crusher Chardonnay | Communal Brands@communalbrandsDon't forget to check-out our current Roster of virtual CLASSES, COURSES, and EVENTS from anywhere in the world here - subscribe so you can be alerted when we post new classes (classes are weekly and new classes are posted monthly) - and FOLLOW US, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and Send us question and feedback! Twitter  @winenormalInsta @normalschoolofwine www.normalschoolofwine.com SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

We leave the vineyard behind and head into the rice-fields to as our dynamic duo are joined by Emily Mendyka, Sake Specialist, to talk all things Saké, what it is, how's it's made, and what you need to know for your every day life... don't miss this one y'all. Kampai! Check out the Sake Video here @jotosake for some of the great sakes we tasted! Check em out hereEmily Mendyka is a Sake & Wine Professional living in Atlanta, Ga - check our her blog and insta @grape_gabAnd special shout-out to MOMOKAWA Sake out in Oregon and on Instagram @sakeoneoregon and their site to get your hands on some of their stuff here - let em know NORMAL SCHOOL of WINE SENT YOU!Don't forget to check-out our current Roster of virtual CLASSES, COURSES, and EVENTS from anywhere in the world here - subscribe so you can be alerted when we post new classes (classes are weekly and new classes are posted monthly) - and FOLLOW US, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and Send us question and feedback!Twitter  @winenormalInsta @normalschoolofwinewww.normalschoolofwine.com  SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

A very different kind of show as we tackle the subject of Women of Wine - or women in the wine industry and speak to a variety of voices about what it’s like to be a female in a male-dominated industry; what we can do collectively to champion women in the profession and taste some estrogen-powered wines along the way!  Alejandro and Julie are joined in the studio by Lara Whitely @lr_whtly of Specialty Wines, independently owned and operated Fine Wine distributor serving GA since 2004 @specialty_wines + Emily Mendyka of www.grapegab.com and Kate White RGB enthusiast and wine-pro extraordinaire @hellokatewhite who gets to sit in the Stump the Chump Chair!  Support organizations in the industry upholding women and amplifying female voices:https://www.batonnageforum.com + Les Dames d’Escoffier http://www.ldei.org + Wonder Women of Wine https://wonderwomenofwine.com and honorable mentions to some fabulous female movers and shakers in the field we touch on: @jennyfrancois @beckywasserman.co @donkeyandgoat and so much more!   SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

Alejandro and Julie are in the brand new Normal School of Wine studios and explore why Champagne and radishes are a perfect pairing, what wine lingo can help you become a better wine drinker and they delve into the wonderful world of Italian wine across three wines plus stump the chump, listener questions, what a bottle Italian wine sound like when you squeeze it  SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

We’re back from a short Summer Beak! Alejandro goes kayaking, Julie’s got a her corsickle and they’re off to the races talking wine labels, glassware shapes, and what’s so natural about Natural Wines anyway? Plus, plus listener questions, stump the chump and more. Y’all ready for this? SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com