What's the difference between a wine that's lean and one that's thin? Why is asking for a "smooth" wine one of the least helpful ways to describe what you actually want? What's the fastest way to learn more about wine without feeling intimidated?
In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Maryse Chevriere, author of the terrific new book, How to Sound Wine Smart.
You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks.
Giveaway
Three of you are going to win a copy of Maryse Chevriere's terrific book, How to Sound Wine Smart: An Illustrated Guide. To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com. I'll choose three people randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!
Highlights
Why does swirling completely change the personality of some wines?
How can you use personal memories when describing wine?
Why are wine professionals so obsessed with high-acid wines?
What makes a wine lean rather than simply thin?
Why does Maryse think asking for a "smooth" wine isn't enough to find the right bottle?
When does Brettanomyces add character to a wine versus being a flaw?
Can decanting Champagne actually improve it?
How does Maryse convince lifelong Chardonnay skeptics to give the grape another chance?
When does pairing red wine with fish work?
Why should you drink outside your comfort zone rather than stick to familiar grapes?
What's the fastest way to learn more about wine without feeling intimidated?
About Maryse Chevriere
Maryse Chevriere is a writer, wine professional, and illustrator living in Boston, Massachusetts. A certified sommelier, her career in wine has spanned across New York City, San Francisco, and Boston, where she has enjoyed roles as a retail consultant, restaurant wine director, and distribution sales representative. Her witty, whimsical "drunk doodles" have been published in print and online in Bon Appétit, Food & Wine, Wine Enthusiast, and more. Her printed work has appeared in restaurants and wine bars in New York City, Washington, DC, Boston, and London. In 2016, her Instagram @FreshCutGardenHose was honored with a prestigious James Beard Award in the category of humor. In 2020, her account was nominated as a finalist for a IACP Digital Media Award. Maryse is a fervent proponent of living life glass (at least) half full and believes that learning and talking about wine should be as accessible and fun as drinking it is.
To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/404.
