As the world of wine changes, the opportunities for those interested evolve. Not long ago, earning a living as a wine professional meant one of

The term “wine tasting” is a bit of a misnomer, as many who’ve attended one can attest. Sure, at a certain point the wine does

A wine journey can be many things, from a trip to the local shop to a winery tasting to, well, an actual journey. For Ami Gangemella, a

Just like it takes a village to raise good citizens, it takes a village to create spectacular sommeliers. Sure, somms spend most of their early

Nature or nurture? It’s an age old question when considering the upbringing of children, especially when certain traits start to emerge. While strong evidence can

Bright lights, big city. Growing up in most of the Western world, the glitz and glamour of life in the fast lane is an ever-present

I don’t get star struck easy. That’s a good thing, because the winery I pour at pulls in some pretty top shelf clientele. Whenever some

The spectrum of stimulants that send wine professionals down their chosen path is about as wide as the palate of wine itself. Some are raised

As the world of wine ramps up production of ready-to-drink, boxed, or canned products consumers can easily throw into their grocery basket and sip without a second

The world of wine is a reflection of the people who’ve contributed to it for millennia, dating back to ancient times and accelerating right alongside the human