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Wine Smart - The Power to Buy and Sell

Wine Smart - The Power to Buy and Sell

Hosted by Ron Edwards, Master Sommelier, Winebow Fine Wine + Spirits

Episodes

98

Latest episode

Aug 2026

Language

EN-US

About the show

Knowledge is the fuel that powers intelligent buying and selling. Fuel up with Wine Smart the 10-minute podcast from Ron Edwards, Master Sommelier the Director of Wine Education at Winebow Fine Wine + Spirits. Ron provides easy access, premium information for the beverage professional. Get Wine Smart anytime, anywhere so you can buy and sell better.

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August 17, 2026Episode 1815 min

Spain: Sherry Part One

Text the Show The Jerez region of Spain offers one of the most unique wine experiences in the world. There are wines enhanced and altered by local yeasts (flor) and some elevated by the magic of oxidation. The wines are a natural on the table and can be the darling of a mixologist at the same time. Invest 15 minutes in this, the first of a sherry series. Explore Emilio Hidalgo

July 27, 2026Episode 1711 min

Portugal: Alentejo

Text the Show Alentejo is a blender's paradise filled with indigenous grapes that love to share the bottle. One-third of continental Portugal falls within this very interesting region, so click play to build your foundational knowledge of sub-regions and important grapes. Explore J. Portugal Ramos

June 8, 2026Episode 1611 min

Blind Tasting - Why and How to Use It

Text the Show Blind tasting is a very important skill to add to your professional analysis. It keeps you honest and helps you select the best options for all categories in your program. It also helps sales consultants engage and collaborate with their buyers in creative ways. Invest 10 minutes to find out why you should be employing blind tasting.

May 25, 2026Episode 1510 min

Australia: Adelaide Hills

Text the Show Adelaide Hills offers ideal sites for Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir. It reinforces that South Australia is quite diverse, with a wine style for everyone. Invest 10 minutes to remind yourself why it is important to buy and sell the wines of Adelaide Hills. Explore Shaw + Smith

March 30, 2026Episode 1410 min

Australia: Clare Valley

Text the Show Clare Valley has surprisingly vibrant wines thanks to a little bit of elevation and a large change in daily temperatures. Known for eye-popping Riesling, but don't sleep on the Shiraz and Cabernet. Invest 10 minutes in a refresh on Clare Valley. Explore Pikes

March 16, 2026Episode 138 min

France: Central Loire

Text the Show There are five options for tasty Sauvignon Blanc and three for Pinot Noir in the Central Loire Valley of France. Invest a few minutes in the options found in Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé, Menetou-Salon, Quincy, and Reuilly. Explore Domaine Fouassier

February 16, 2026Episode 1213 min

Spain: Rioja

Text the Show Rioja has a wine style for almost every application. Their evolution embraced red, white, rosé, and sparkling wines, while working to accentuate what was already great. Additional geographic declarations is the great addition to an already stellar wine region. Invest 10 minutes in refreshing some Rioja knowledge while exploring the recent upgrades. Explore Bodegas Faustino Rioja Consejo Regulador

February 1, 2026Episode 116 min

Italy: Gavi DOCG

Text the Show Bright, refreshing, and delightful are three words to start a conversation about a glass of Gavi DOCG. In a market looking for light, bright, and moderate alcohol, these wines should get immediate adoption. Invest a few minutes in the details of this delicious white wine. Explore La Doria Gavi Enrico Serafino

January 19, 2026Episode 1012 min

Greece: Reasons for Retsina

Text the Show Complex food combinations and the aperitif are the perfect applications for a bright, cleansing, aromatic wine, ie., Retsina. Modern, high-quality Retsina is a delightful choice at the table, to make you hungry, or toast the sunset. Invest a few minutes in the logic behind introducing curious, everyday wine drinkers to Retsina. Explore Quality Papagiannakos Retsina Gai'a Ritinitis Nobilis

December 22, 2025Episode 99 min

USA: The Petaluma Gap Brings Wind and Fog

Text the Show This wonderful topographic feature blesses northern Marin and southern Sonoma counties with cool foggy mornings and refreshing winds. Invest 10 minutes in the reasons the Petaluma Gap matters to the world of wine. Explore MacRostie Nightwing Vineyard

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