GuildSomm Podcasts

Glassware with Max Riedel

2026-10-14T16:10:00Z

Host MS Chris Tanghe and Maximilian Riedel of RIEDEL The Wine Glass Company discuss glassware, decanting, and more on the latest GuildSomm podcast.(read more)

Alternative Aging Vessels with Andrew Beckham and Sebastián Zuccardi

2026-09-30T21:15:00Z

Listen in as Sebastián Zuccardi explains how concrete vessels help to define his winemaking style and Andrew Beckham discusses making his own clay vessels for use in his and others's wineries.(read more)

Tasting with MS Jackson Rohrbaugh

2026-09-15T21:41:15Z

In this episode of GuildSomm: Into the Glass, Master Sommelier Jackson Rohrbaugh joins GuildSomm's director of education, Chris Tanghe, to blind taste three neutral white wines. They discuss the evolution of typicity and the regions they are currently excited about and drinking themselves. Jackson passed the Master Sommelier exam in 2017 while working at the iconic Seattle restaurant Canlis. In 2020, he founded Crunchy Red Fruit , an online wine club that has since expanded to include a brick-and...(read more)

Oregon and Method Sparkling with MW Bree Stock

2026-08-25T21:17:00Z

Guest MW Bree Stock speaks with host Chris Tanghe about the Oregon wine scene and the exciting Method Oregon sparkling wine initiative.(read more)

Navigating the New Norm with Thatcher Baker-Briggs

2026-08-11T21:45:00Z

Host Chris Tanghe and Thatcher Baker-Briggs discuss navigating the new norms of the wine industry and innovating in online retail, brick-and-mortar shops, importing, and more.(read more)

Studying Vintages with MS Jonathan Eichholz

2026-07-21T22:12:03Z

In this episode of GuildSomm: Into the Glass, GuildSomm educator and contributor MS Jonathan Eichholz joins GuildSomm's director of education, Chris Tanghe, to discuss vintages. They talk about their approach to studying vintages, how to navigate th...(read more)

Tasting with Alisha Blackwell-Calvert

2026-06-23T19:30:00Z

In this episode of GuildSomm: Into the Glass, Advanced Sommelier Alisha Blackwell-Calvert joins GuildSomm's director of education, Chris Tanghe, to blind taste three high-acid white wines. They discuss the differences between lees and oak aging as we...(read more)

Building a Spirits Brand with Holly Robinson

2026-06-09T20:53:00Z

In this episode, host and Master Sommelier Chris Tanghe interviews Holly Robinson on building a spirits brand. Holly worked in restaurants before cofounding Seattle-based Captive Spirits in 2011 with partner Ben Capdevielle. Together they developed B...(read more)

Uruguay with Santiago Deicas

2026-05-12T14:17:00Z

In this episode, host and Master Sommelier Chris Tanghe interviews winemaker Santiago Deicas of Bodega Familia Deicas to explore the wines of Uruguay, one of South America's most exciting winemaking countries. Santiago lays the foundation for underst...(read more)

Managing Multiple Outlets with MS Douglas Kim

2026-04-14T19:51:00Z

In this episode, host and Master Sommelier Chris Tanghe interviews Master Sommelier Douglas Kim about managing beverage programs for multiple outlets, each with its own team. Douglas is the executive director of wine for MGM Resorts International and...(read more)

Tasting with MS Myles Trapp

2026-03-31T15:40:00Z

In this episode of GuildSomm: Into the Glass, Master Sommelier Myles Trapp joins host MS Chris Tanghe to blind taste three red wines, identifying quality tiers within the Pinot Noir category. Chris and Myles also discuss how they focused their studie...(read more)

Alternative Packaging with MW Melissa Saunders

2026-03-17T18:03:00Z

In this episode, host and Master Sommelier Chris Tanghe interviews Master of Wine Melissa Saunders about progressive wine packaging. They discuss the use of bag-in-box (BIB) packaging for fine wine, dispelling the stereotype that these containers are...(read more)

Tasting with MS Maddy Jimerson

2026-02-24T16:15:00Z

In this episode of GuildSomm: Into the Glass, Master Sommelier Maddy Jimerson joins host MS Chris Tanghe to blind taste three white wines. Before the tasting, she explains how she elevated her tasting game to prepare for various levels of certificati...(read more)

Beef, Butchery, and Non-Classic Pairings with Kevin Smith and Nelson Daquip

2026-02-11T15:35:00Z

In this episode of GuildSomm: Into the Glass, we chat with Kevin Smith and Nelson Daquip of Beast & Cleaver in Seattle about beef, butchery, and non-classic wine pairings. Kevin Smith is originally from London, where he discovered the joy of cook...(read more)

Tasting with MS David Reuss

2026-01-27T14:01:00Z

In this episode of GuildSomm: Into the Glass, newly minted Master Sommelier David Reuss joins host MS Chris Tanghe to blind taste three red wines. Before David starts tasting, they discuss the experience of passing the exam, the preparation and best ...(read more)