The Best 5 Minute Wine Podcast

We went a little long on our interview with Louis but we were having too much fun! Thanks to Louis for being a good sport. Also thanks to Doug for helping and you can hear more of Doug in his Disabilities podcast called Walk and Roll Live. https://www.walkandrolllive.com/podcasts.html Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Garth Brooks to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted One of The Best Travel Podcasts

We venture to Homer, Alaska the halibut capital of the world—home to over 5 thousand people and Bear Creek Winery. Let's meet Louis Maurer and Bear Creek Winery. Tasting Room -You will be guided through a tasting of up to 8 wines of your choosing from our expansive wine list by one of our knowledgeable staff. Tastings are available on a walk-in basis 7 days a week. Enjoy a self-guided tour through our botanical gardens showcasing the fruits and berries that we use in our winemaking. Our Private Tasting pampers you and your guests with one-on-one attention where your host guides you through a winemaking facilities tour followed by a curated wine-tasting experience with gourmet cheeses selected and paired by the head winemaker and a local certified cheese professional. Taste through 6 wines across multiple varietals and blends showcasing our expertise in fruit wine making. Winemaking Tours, Experience a guided tour of our winemaking facility explaining our history and unique style of winemaking. Private Events, Our botanical garden is available for private events. Also, enjoy the Art/Garden Tour and Wine Tasting. Visit the Dean Homestead and Art Studios for a guided, educational tour of their creative, homestead-inspired, Alaska lifestyle including unique architecture, gardens, and art studio. Follow it up by visiting the Bear Creek Tasting Room and Botanical Gardens for a wine tasting and a complimentary bottle of wine. Also, enjoy a self-guided tour of our Botanical Garden. award-winning selections: Alaskan Chardonnay - Strawberry Rhubarb -Inlet Sunrise - Black Raspberry - Alaskan Port - and Trinity Berry Blend. Do you feel like having wine and staying the weekend in their Luxury Suites? You can sign up to get DISCOUNT and WINE RELEASE notifications! Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Garth Brooks to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted One of The Best Travel Podcasts

We venture to Homer, Alaska the halibut capital of the world—home to over 5 thousand people and Bear Creek Winery. Let's meet Louis Maurer and Bear Creek Winery. Tasting Room -You will be guided through a tasting of up to 8 wines of your choosing from our expansive wine list by one of our knowledgeable staff. Tastings are available on a walk-in basis 7 days a week. Enjoy a self-guided tour through our botanical gardens showcasing the fruits and berries that we use in our winemaking. Our Private Tasting pampers you and your guests with one-on-one attention where your host guides you through a winemaking facilities tour followed by a curated wine-tasting experience with gourmet cheeses selected and paired by the head winemaker and a local certified cheese professional. Taste through 6 wines across multiple varietals and blends showcasing our expertise in fruit wine making. Winemaking Tours, Experience a guided tour of our winemaking facility explaining our history and unique style of winemaking. Private Events, Our botanical garden is available for private events. Also, enjoy the Art/Garden Tour and Wine Tasting. Visit the Dean Homestead and Art Studios for a guided, educational tour of their creative, homestead-inspired, Alaska lifestyle including unique architecture, gardens, and art studio. Follow it up by visiting the Bear Creek Tasting Room and Botanical Gardens for a wine tasting and a complimentary bottle of wine. Also, enjoy a self-guided tour of our Botanical Garden. award-winning selections: Alaskan Chardonnay - Strawberry Rhubarb -Inlet Sunrise - Black Raspberry - Alaskan Port - and Trinity Berry Blend. Do you feel like having wine and staying the weekend in their Luxury Suites? You can sign up to get DISCOUNT and WINE RELEASE notifications! Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Garth Brooks to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted One of The Best Travel Podcasts

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We conclude our conversation with Lieven De Geyndt, founder of Sparkling Wine Club, Sparkle-ist.com We speak with Lieven De Geyndt founder/owner of Sparkle-ist, not just another wine club. Their selections aren’t made with algorithms. They’re made with the same care their network of growers put inside every bottle. Champagne Club $109 Delivery every 1 Month Get the best in sparkling tailored from their unique access to artisanal sparkling wines. 3 Hand Selected Bottles Per Month Focus on Biodynamic and Minimal-Intervention Practices Skip your order, Swap, or Cancel at any time Clear notifications on delivery Treat yourself to a Sparkle-ist Gift Card. Sparkle-ist Gift Box Treat someone special with Sparkle-ist Gift box. Amaze and impress that special person with a gift that is both memorable and fun. They will receive the same amazing box as our regular members. The pop of a bottle is a guaranteed way to put a smile on someone's face. We'll also add a personalized note on your behalf. Sparkle-ist Gift Details Private & Corporate Tastings Immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey through the world of bubbles with our bespoke Champagne and sparkling wine tastings. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Shania Twain to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted One of The Best Travel Podcasts

We continue to interview Lieven De Geyndt. What makes a great sparkling wine? Misconceptions, what are they associated with sparkling wine? We speak with Lieven De Geyndt founder/owner of Sparkle-ist, not just another wine club. Their selections aren’t made with algorithms. They’re made with the same care their network of growers put inside every bottle. Champagne Club $109 Delivery every 1 Month Get the best in sparkling tailored from their unique access to artisanal sparkling wines. 3 Hand Selected Bottles Per Month Focus on Biodynamic and Minimal-Intervention Practices Skip your order, Swap, or Cancel at any time Clear notifications on delivery Treat yourself to a Sparkle-ist Gift Card. Sparkle-ist Gift Box Treat someone special with Sparkle-ist Gift box. Amaze and impress that special person with a gift that is both memorable and fun. They will receive the same amazing box as our regular members. The pop of a bottle is a guaranteed way to put a smile on someone's face. We'll also add a personalized note on your behalf. Sparkle-ist Gift Details Private & Corporate Tastings Immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey through the world of bubbles with our bespoke Champagne and sparkling wine tastings. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Shania Twain to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted One of The Best Travel Podcasts

Hey Founder of Sparkle-ist, What makes your bubbles different, Lieven De Geyndt? We speak with Lieven De Geyndt founder/owner of Sparkle-ist, not just another wine club. Their selections aren’t made with algorithms. They’re made with the same care their network of growers put inside every bottle. Champagne Club $109 Delivery every 1 Month Get the best in sparkling tailored from their unique access to artisanal sparkling wines. 3 Hand Selected Bottles Per Month Focus on Biodynamic and Minimal-Intervention Practices Skip your order, Swap, or Cancel at any time Clear notifications on delivery Treat yourself to a Sparkle-ist Gift Card. Sparkle-ist Gift Box Treat someone special with Sparkle-ist Gift box. Amaze and impress that special person with a gift that is both memorable and fun. They will receive the same amazing box as our regular members. The pop of a bottle is a guaranteed way to put a smile on someone's face. We'll also add a personalized note on your behalf. Sparkle-ist Gift Details Private & Corporate Tastings Immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey through the world of bubbles with our bespoke Champagne and sparkling wine tastings. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Shania Twain to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted One of The Best Travel Podcasts

We speak with Lieven De Geyndt founder/owner of Sparkle-ist, not just another wine club. Their selections aren’t made with algorithms. They’re made with the same care their network of growers put inside every bottle. Champagne Club $109 Delivery every 1 Month Get the best in sparkling tailored from their unique access to artisanal sparkling wines. 3 Hand Selected Bottles Per Month Focus on Biodynamic and Minimal-Intervention Practices Skip your order, Swap, or Cancel at any time Clear notifications on delivery Treat yourself to a Sparkle-ist Gift Card. Sparkle-ist Gift Box Treat someone special with a Sparkle-ist Gift box. Amaze and impress that special person with a gift that is both memorable and fun. They will receive the same amazing box as our regular members. The pop of a bottle is a guaranteed way to put a smile on someone's face. We'll also add a personalized note on your behalf. Sparkle-ist Gift Details Private & Corporate Tastings Immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey through the world of bubbles with our bespoke Champagne and sparkling wine tastings. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Shania Twain to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted One of The Best Travel Podcasts

We speak with Lieven De Geyndt founder/owner of Sparkle-ist, not just another wine club. Their selections aren’t made with algorithms. They’re made with the same care their network of growers put inside every bottle. Champagne Club $109 Delivery every 1 Month Get the best in sparkling tailored from their unique access to artisanal sparkling wines. 3 Hand Selected Bottles Per Month Focus on Biodynamic and Minimal-Intervention Practices Skip your order, Swap, or Cancel at any time Clear notifications on delivery Treat yourself to a Sparkle-ist Gift Card. Sparkle-ist Gift Box Treat someone special with Sparkle-ist Gift box. Amaze and impress that special person with a gift that is both memorable and fun. They will receive the same amazing box as our regular members. The pop of a bottle is a guaranteed way to put a smile on someone's face. We'll also add a personalized note on your behalf. Sparkle-ist Gift Details Private & Corporate TastingsBecause Champagne makes everything better! Immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey through the world of bubbles with our bespoke Champagne and sparkling wine tastings. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Shania Twain to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted One of The Best Travel Podcasts

I’m the owner Frédéric Bouché and the winemaker of Ports of New York Winery. Welcome to Part 3 of our conversation with Frédéric Bouché. Can’t wait to get into it. So many fascinating stories with Mr. Bouche. Imagined having a winery with your style and the way that you’re so personable that you hear some interesting stories from your patrons had something to do. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Shania Twain to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted one of the best travel podcasts of 2021

Our featured winery is Ports of New York as we continue our conversation with Frédéric Bouché Ports of New York, owner-operator. And then what happened is that my wife and I moved to the Finger Lakes region in 1994 because she got a position at Cornell University. So it was kind of ironic after all the years that I was away from it, I fell back into it. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Shania Twain to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted one of the best travel podcasts of 2021

Our featured winery is, we travel to Ithaca, New York, home to Cornell University, and also has the highest percentage of workers who walk to work. Seventeen percent of their workers walk to work. Also home to Alex Haley, the Roots author, and Vladimir Nabokov, the Lolita author, and most importantly, home to Frédéric Bouché, owner and winemaker of Ports of New York winery. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Shania Twain to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted one of the best travel podcasts of 2021

We conclude our conversation with Michelle Bredeson. Did you know they have a cave at Carlos Creek Winery? We also talk about how big the Wine Club is and why membership is capped. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Shania Twain to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted one of the best travel podcasts of 2021

Michelle Bredeson talks about live music and beer events. What is Carlos Creek Wineries' biggest selling wine? Let's find out. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Shania Twain to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted one of the best travel podcasts of 2021

Michelle Bredeson introduces us to Minnesota's Winery of the Year for 2021. Can't forget about the The Grape Stomp event. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Shania Twain to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted one of the best travel podcasts of 2021

Michelle Bredeson educates us on barrels and the expanse of Carlos Creek Winery. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Shania Twain to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted one of the best travel podcasts of 2021

Meet the owners of Carlos Creek Winery - Hi! We are Tyler and Michelle Bredeson - two people with a love for wine, family & fun! We have been working at the winery since 2008 as part of a family business with Tami and Kim Bredeson (Tyler’s parents) Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Shania Twain to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted one of the best travel podcasts of 2021

Michelle Bredeson is our guest. She is the Marketing Director and Co-Owner of Carlos Creek Winery. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Shania Twain to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted one of the best travel podcasts of 2021

We finished our last episode with Angela from Prairie Berry Winery talking about their wine club, and it's one of the biggest wine clubs in the United States. How big is it? So we have one of the largest wine clubs in the country. We have about 5000 wine club members from across the United States. We ship our wines four times a year to our members, and then they enjoy other benefits, such as event discounts and shipping perks, and our wine clubs called Gen Five. So it's a play on Generation Five, which, as I mentioned before, is the fifth-generation winemaker. I've never seen anything like it. When our guests come in this summer, and try our wines, most often, they live outside of the region. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Shania Twain to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted one of the best travel podcasts of 2021

Our featured winery is, we continue our conversation with Angela of Prairie Berry Winery in Hill City, South Dakota. So we’ve won over a thousand international awards for our wine. When I tell people that sometimes, you know, they look at our labels as very whimsical and attractive, people enjoy the artwork on our labels. Right. And so when I tell them about the awards that we won, for example, for our flagship wine Red Ass Rhubarb, they’ll say, oh, it’s the name, but wine competitions are blind. So the judges don’t know what they’re tasting, which speaks for itself. Okay. I would be remiss if I didn’t ask about your most awarded wine and how you came about the name. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Shania Twain to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted one of the best travel podcasts of 2021