CrushCast

In this episode, we talk Taylor Swift and 'Mommy Wine', sustainability, and ancient Italian wine sites. We are excited to highlight a large but possibly not as widely known wine region in California, Monterey County. We have a unique example of one of the most planted varieties there, Pinot Noir. Join us and learn how all of these things are connected. Sip along with us with a glass of your favorite Pinot Noir. Cheers! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

We at CrushCast are happy to bring you a friend and longtime winemaker from our hometown in Santa Barbara County. He brings us his authentic story of discovering what wine means to him and how it turned into a lifelong career. We have a unique twist by offering a look at high-quality Chardonnay from Sta. Rita Hills, California. Get a glimpse into a small winery that cares about its employees as much as the quality wines it produces. Grab a glass of your favorite Chardonnay and join us. Cheers! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

In this episode, we cover opening, storing, and pouring wine. These things may seem simple, but we go over the how and why of keeping your wine fresh and free from damage. Having a good understanding of how you keep your wine at home can save you money, time, and flavor. Grab a bottle of your favorite wine (for practice) and join us. Cheers! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

Pinot Blanc (or Bianco) is not to be confused with Pinot Gris (Grigio), it is all its own. It is a lovely bright white wine that is produced in many countries across the world. With so many choices to highlight the grape, Julie brings you a beautiful complex example from northern Italy. Allie breaks down all of the details about Pinot Blanc and its origin and explains the differences between them. We finish off with some history about Alto Adige and its unique history of both its wine and people. Grab a glass of your favorite Pinot Blanc or Bianco and join us! Cheers! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

We are so excited to bring you an interview with one of our favorite Santa Barbara winemakers. She shares how she got into the wine industry and he philosophy about the wines she makes and how she organically built her own winery. We taste her amazing Gruner Veltliner and her Gamay Noir. This is all about how humbling it can be to have a winery and maintain your vision. Join us and grab a glass of your favorite wine to learn from the best. Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

In this Sipisode we cover our tried and true tasting tips. Whether you are an experienced learner or new to wine there is always time to learn something new or brush up on the basics. We each sip on a tasty light-bodied red to help demonstrate the 4 steps of wine tasting. With just a few tricks up your sleeve, you will be on your way to better understanding what things you like about wine and its many styles. Grab a glass of something new and join us! Cheers! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

This week we are talking about a very important Spanish white grape, Viura aka Macabeo. Though lesser known, Viura is a principal grape in Rioja white wines, as well as an addition to traditional Rioja reds. Or maybe you know it as Macabeo in your favorite Cava. Allie brings us a fresh liter of Viura that would be welcome at any picnic. Julie gives you all the details about why this grape has different names and the diverse ways it is used in winemaking. We end with a discussion on wine trends and how what you drink can affect what wines are made. Listen in for all of the details. Grab a glass of your favorite Spanish white and join us! Cheers! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

We are happy to announce the first in our series of interviews with people all over the wine world. Our goal is to give you the inside scoop on all facets of the wine industry from a diverse group of people. Liz Formica is a wine representative who has worked with wine in many parts of the industry. In addition to good taste in wine, she also has 4 adorable dogs. Liz brings us her perspective on the wine industry, from her first memories of wine to current and future changes in the wine world. Grab a glass of your favorite wine and join us for stories, laughs, and a little extra wine knowledge. Cheers! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

In our newest Sipispde, we cover all the home essentials for wine storage and service. Allie kicks us off with some local bubbles, while Julie sips on a familiar Chianti. We review wine temps, storage, and the little. things you can do at home to elevate your wine experiences. We cover glassware, openers, and serving temperatures to help you have the best-tasting wine in the glass. Find your favorite glassware and join us. Cheers! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

In this episode, we explore yet another one of our favorite white wines Picpoul or Piquepoul. No matter how you spell it, it is known for its mouth-watering streak of acidity. Allie fills you in on all you need to know about this unique grape and how it made its way from the south of France to the Central Coast of California. Picpoul finds its home in the region of many firsts, Languedoc-Roussillon. Julie has many interesting facts about the area and defines why they are both separate and together. There is a lot to unpack from this beautiful coastal wine region. Grab a glass of your favorite lip-smacking wine and join us. Cheers! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

In this episode, we take a little trip to Austria. Sometimes confused with its neighboring Germany; Austria has its own unique wine culture and despite having to revamp its reputation after the 1980's it has become a leader in wine innovation and quality. Allie has brought us a lovely little red created in Austria. We both sip along as Julie fills you on ancient Pannonia and the terroir that allows wine to grow in such a cold country. We finish with a trip back to the 1700s to talk about the woman who not only loved wine but changed the course of Austrian history forever. Grab a glass a join us! Prost! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

Introducing our very first CrushCast Minisode! We are going back to basics today reviewing wine grapes and wine styles. Allie has all of the info to get you started on a foundation for anyone looking to learn a little more about what they are drinking. Get ready go sip along with us! Cheers! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

We are starting 2024 by breaking down some common wine terms and techniques you may come across in any wine-tasting or wine descriptions. Knowing a little more about how the wine is made will help you discover the style of wine you prefer. Join us as we sip a wine made by Julie, especially for Crush It! Grab a glass of your current favorite wine and join us! And if you want to go a little deeper in this topic, join us for our virtual class all about Methods of Production on January 25th. Class ticket includes the virtual class, three bottles of wine, handmade class materials and access to class recording if you can't join live. Get your tickets here: https://crushitwineeducation.com/products/methods-of-production-class-january-2024 Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

Happy Holidays! We at CrushCast are always trying to bring you new and interesting information about how wine is celebrated around the world. Both Allie and Julie break down some wonderful Holiday and New Year Traditions. Steeped in the history of the ultimate celebration drink Champagne. We take a deep dive into the ever-confusing 'Aul Lang Singe.' Let's explore new traditions for the New Year and celebrate 2024. Wear polka dots check the color of your underpants and grab your favorite end-of-the-year beverage. Cheers to you and Cheers to the Pod! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

From the largest island in the Mediterranean, and divided by the ever-erupting Mount Etna we bring you wines and crimes that are deep in the history of Sicily. Allie brings us a tasty wine made from a grape that is the backbone of Sicily viticulture. Julie explains how much Sicily has in common with Massachusetts, creepy flags, and cooking wine. We finish with Cosa Nostra and their influence on Sicily from the past to the present. Grab a glass and join us for a trip to one of our favorite islands. Cheers! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

If you have ever wondered what Bret is? Or what causes those 'wine diamonds' in your glass? We have got you covered. Allie gives you information on all the most common faults and flaws found in wine and what causes them. All while we sip a lovely French and unflawed wine. We finish off the pod with a little scandal and try to figure out if the French have 'Double Jeopardy.' Grab a glass of something tasty and join us! Cheers! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

In this episode, you get a real-time Rioja experience from Allie. Not only does she bring a classic example to the table. But, she describes her own experience walking the grounds of one of the most famous wineries in the area. Surprises abound. Julie gives you all the basics you need to navigate buying these wines and why you should include them in your wine buying. Not going to lie we break open Rioja and all it has to offer. Grab a glass of your favorite Tempranillo or a blend with it, relax, and learn all the details. Cheers! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

You may or may not have heard of Lambrusco, but we think you need to get to know it a little better. We kick off the pod with Julie bringing you a beautiful example of modern-day Lambrusco. Allie takes us through the deep history of Lambrusco, and the wild admiration of it in the recent past. If you want to know about Lambrusco, we have you covered. Especially if you are looking for a new food and wine pairing favorite. Grab a glass of something fizzy and join us. Cheers! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

Sangiovese is a wildly diverse grape that is the prominent grape in some of the most expensive wines in the world. Allie brings us a classic example of the wine, while Julie sneaks in a little Sangio surprise. We give you the nuts and bolts of what makes this grape so great. Then Allie gives a bit of Italian history that sounds straight out of the Lord of the Rings whose battles end revolved around a black rooster. We know it sounds wacky, but tune in until the end to get the whole story. Grab a glass of Chianti or your favorite Sangiovese and join us for a new adventure. Cheers! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!

We all have heard of aging wine in Stainless Steel and Oak, but what about those other ancient methods that have been brought into the modern age? In this episode, we break down how these methods resurfaced and how they are being used to make exceptional wines all while tasting a beautiful example from our own backyard. Allie gives you all the important details, while Julie tells you about the man who brought about the concrete egg...with a little help from his friends. Get ready to have all those wine tour highlights and gadgets explained! Pick up a glass of your favorite aged wine and join us on a new/old adventure. Cheers! Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US: @crushitwinesbCheers@crushitwineeducation.comPatreonJoin the listwww.crushitwineeducation.com Cheers and thanks for listening!