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Normal School of Wine has one mission: to take the mystery out of wine, without stripping away its magic. Hosts Alejandro Ortiz and Julie Perkins break through the noise to preach PRACTICAL WINE ADVICE, talk life, and laugh a lot In the process. The beat is FUN, INFORMATIVE, and RELEVANT. Featuring guests, news, opinion, comedy, reviews and contests while cutting through the marketing-hype, debunk myths, and offer wine wisdom for every day life.

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United States

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Normal School of Wine has one mission: to take the mystery out of wine, without stripping away its magic. Hosts Alejandro Ortiz and Julie Perkins break through the noise to preach PRACTICAL WINE ADVICE, talk life, and laugh a lot In the process. The beat is FUN, INFORMATIVE, and RELEVANT. Featuring guests, news, opinion, comedy, reviews and contests while cutting through the marketing-hype, debunk myths, and offer wine wisdom for every day life.

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@winenormal

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English

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Episodes
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Farewell Episode [NSW is now PINTA SCHOOL of WINE]

2/8/2024
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 WINE find 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

Duration:00:10:15

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S3 E4: Understanding Bordeaux: An Introductionn

1/23/2024
PREVIOUSLY NORMAL SCHOOL of WINE / NRML WINE We are now: PINTA SCHOOL of WINE pintaschoolofwine.com IG: @pintaschoolofwine X: @pintawine The 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 EPISODE CHÂTEAU GRAVILLE-LACOSTE Bordeaux Blanc - Bordeaux - FR. @chateau_roumieu_lacoste CHÂTEAU GREYSAC, "Cru Bourgeois" Médoc - Bordeaux - FR. https://www.chateaugreysac.com/ "La Croix de Beaucaillou" by CHÂTEAU DUCRU-BEAUCAILLOU, St. Julién - Bordeaux - FR. @chateauducrubeaucaillou MANY THANKS TO: J's Bottle Shop, Athens Ga. Origen Selections @origenselections SUPPORT 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

Duration:00:49:04

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FROM THE VAULT - "Capital C" Champagne

12/1/2023
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! #champagnelife Pour 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_jacquemart Champagne Bollinger - @champagne_bollinger Champagne Pol Roger - @pol_roger Champagne Billecart-Salmon - @billecart_estate MANY 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

Duration:01:35:22

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S3 - E3: Oh no, it's Chardonnay!

11/14/2023
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 EPISODE MÂCON-VILLAGES by Domaine Merlin, Burgundy - FR @domainemerlinImported by Grand Cru Selections @grandcruselections CHARDONNAY "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 @origenselections Rive 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

Duration:01:18:50

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S3 - E2: The Wonderful World of Chablis

9/28/2023
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 EPISODE CHABLIS by Samuel Billaud @domainesamuel_billaud Imported by Shiverick Imports @shiverick_wines CHABLIS "1er Cru - Vaugiraut" by Domaine Oudin @domaineoudin Imported by Jenny and Francois Selections @jennyfrancois CHABLIS "Grand Cru - Les Clos" 2015 by Domaine Jean Collet & Fils @chablis.collet Imported by various LINKS to ARTICLES featured: https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2023/07/alsace-to-trial-syrah https://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 @origenselections Rive 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

Duration:01:33:07

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S3 - E1: VACATION WINES

8/9/2023
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 #HotGirlSummerWithJulie TUNE 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_vini Imported by: Origen Selections @origenselections ROMEO by Odyssey Vini, Vignetti del Dolimiti - IT @odyssey_vini Imported by: Origen Selections @origenselections Flora & Fauna White , Northeast, California - USA @idlewildwines www.idlewild.com #vinovaca Honorable mentions for summer whites: Assyrtiko (GR); Vinho Verde (Po); Txacoli (Sp); Cieck Erbaluce (It) BIODYNAMIC PRODUCERs - A PLACE TO START https://www.regenerativetravel.com/explore/top-8-biodynamic-wineries-arould-the-world/ A special thanks to this episode's sponsors: SUPPORT THE PODCAST! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/normalschoolofwine WE NEED YOUR Questions! Send us your questions for Season 3 to wine@normalschoolofwine.com

Duration:01:40:15

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Season 3 - The Normal Wine Podcast Strikes Back!

7/24/2023
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 POD Every 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 here Drink 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

Duration:00:05:52

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Orangeworld: Orange Wine

12/1/2021
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 - IT Imported by: Porto Vino @portovino_imports "Naranjo" by Viña González Bastias, Maule Valley - CH @danitintopais www.vinosgonzalezbastias.com Imported by: David Bowler Wines - www.davidbowlerwines.com "Paleokerisio" by Domaine Glinavos, Ionnina - GR @domaine_glinavos www.glinavos.gr Imported by: DNS Wines @dnswines A special thanks to this episode's sponsors: NORMAL SCHOOL OF WINE Wine Wisdom for Everyday Life 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 here Twitter @winenormal Insta @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

Duration:01:02:18

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Woke Whites: White Wines are Real Wines Too

10/3/2021
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.wine Imported by: Vom Boden @vomboden Hinter der Mauer, Central Coast, California - USA @tatomer www.tatomerwines.com Annia White Wine by Massican, Napa Valley, California - USA @massicanwinery www.massican.com A special thanks to this episode's sponsors: NORMAL SCHOOL OF WINE Wine Wisdom for Everyday Life 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 here Twitter @winenormal Insta @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

Duration:00:54:33

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Sizzling Sicily: The Wines of Sicily

8/20/2021
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 @valledellacate Imported by: Various US Importers Etna Rosatto by Barone de Villagrande, Sicily - IT @baronedivillagrande Imported by: Various US Importers Il Frappato by Valle dell'Acate, Sicily - IT @valledellacate Imported by: Various US Importers Representation: @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 here Twitter @winenormal Insta @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

Duration:01:16:14

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Where is Normal School of Wine the Podcast | Summer Vacation

8/12/2021
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

Duration:00:01:06

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Spring Fling: Wines for Spring Awakenings

5/25/2021
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_usa Albariño"Nessa" by Adegas Gran Vinum, Rias Baixas - SP @granvinum Imported by: Grapes of Spain @grapesofspain Chinon "Canal de Grand Pièces" by Domaine de L'R Winemaker: Frédéric Sigonneau @fredericsigonneau Imported by Sour Grapes 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 here Twitter @winenormal Insta @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

Duration:00:55:43

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Pinot Envy: The Wonderful World of the Pinot Family

4/7/2021
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 Are Hugel Pinot Blanc, Alsace - France Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd. @etienne_hugel #hugel #alsace Sun Goddess, Friuli Pinot Grigio Ramato - Italy a wine by Mary J. Blige @therealmaryjblige @sungoddesswines Imported by Trinity Beverage Group #sungoddess Cristom Vineyards, Pinot Noir Mt. Jefferson Cuvée Willamette Valley, Oregon - USA @cristomwine #oregonpinotnoir HONORABLE MENTIONS 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 here Twitter @winenormal Insta @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

Duration:01:03:49

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Wine for Lovers - White Burgundy

2/12/2021
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 Aligoté Our Picks for this Episode Are Jean et Sébastien Dauvissat, Chablis Imported by Rosenthal Wine Merchants #rosenthalwinemerchant #madrosegroup Domaine Guillot-Broux, Mâcon-Cruzille Les Geniévrières Blanc Imported by Candid Wine Imports @candid_wines #guillotbroux Domaine Moutard-Diligent, Qu'est-ce que c'est Aligoté? Imported by Communal Brands @communalbrands @famillemoutard famillemoutard.com CALL 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 @winenormal Insta @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

Duration:01:04:23

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Life is a Cabernet!

12/24/2020
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 @michaelcorsoselections Cabernet Sauvignon "Gran Coronas Reserva" by Torres @familiatorreswines Cabernet Pfeiffer by Broc Cellars @brocccellars 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 @winenormal Insta @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

Duration:01:05:57

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Festive Wines!

12/5/2020
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_alejandro Special 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 @markusaltenburger Fattoria Le Pupille, Morellino di Scansano | Ethica Wines @fattorialepupille__official @ethicawines_usa Grapesmith & Crusher Chardonnay | Communal Brands @communalbrands 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 @winenormal Insta @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

Duration:01:16:26

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Saké to Me!

11/12/2020
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 here Emily Mendyka is a Sake & Wine Professional living in Atlanta, Ga - check our her blog and insta @grape_gab And 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 @winenormal Insta @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

Duration:01:02:01

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Women of Wine

10/29/2020
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

Duration:01:38:18

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Volare, Cantare, Italian Vino and You!

10/13/2020
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

Duration:00:59:44

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Navigating Natural Wine

9/26/2020
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

Duration:00:03:10