GuildSomm Podcasts

Oregon and Method Sparkling with MW Bree Stock

GuildSomm Admin — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:17:00 GMT

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

GuildSomm Admin — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:45:00 GMT

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

GuildSomm Admin — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 22:12:03 GMT

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

GuildSomm Admin — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:30:00 GMT

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

GuildSomm Admin — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:53:00 GMT

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

GuildSomm Admin — Tue, 12 May 2026 14:17:00 GMT

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

GuildSomm Admin — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:51:00 GMT

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

GuildSomm Admin — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:40:00 GMT

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

GuildSomm Admin — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:03:00 GMT

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

GuildSomm Admin — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:15:00 GMT

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

GuildSomm Admin — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:35:00 GMT

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

GuildSomm Admin — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 14:01:00 GMT

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)

2025 Year in Review

GuildSomm Admin — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 20:45:00 GMT

In the latest episode of GuildSomm: Into the Glass, Master Sommeliers Chris Tanghe and Jonathan Eichholz reflect on the past year in wine. They cover the trends, major events, challenges, and highlights of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Thank you to al...(read more)

Beaujolais with MW Natasha Hughes

GuildSomm Admin — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 19:19:00 GMT

In this episode, host and Master Sommelier Chris Tanghe interviews Master of Wine Natasha Hughes about the modern winemaking landscape in Beaujolais. Tune in to hear them discuss winemaking techniques, generational turnover, stylistic shifts, and mor...(read more)

Tasting with MS Jesse Becker

GuildSomm Admin — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 16:30:00 GMT

This week on GuildSomm: Into the Glass, Master Sommelier Jesse Becker joins host MS Chris Tanghe to blind taste three red wines. Before he starts tasting, Jesse discusses his career and tasting journeys, including the challenges he faced as he was ho...(read more)