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This Chardonnay made by David Tate is absolutely delicious and layered with all the stone fruits, nice acidity to mainta...
10/26/2024

This Chardonnay made by David Tate is absolutely delicious and layered with all the stone fruits, nice acidity to maintain balance, still fuller in body… long finish. The bonus is the fruit is from the Sangiacomo family; if you don’t know, now you know.

1 day until the exam, 5 in-person sessions, ~40+hrs of prep including distractions, about 4 years since my last Cert att...
10/21/2024

1 day until the exam, 5 in-person sessions, ~40+hrs of prep including distractions, about 4 years since my last Cert attempt (outside of my workplace anyways).

One of the best things is tasting and learning with other professionals and enthusiasts that take all aspects of wine seriously, iron sharpens iron forreal.

It has been a great refresher for me in regard to refining my palate and identifying the “low-medium-high” attributes in Champagne (acid, body, effervescence), especially since other Orgs usually focus on still wines only. I went and got a half case of Champs just to practice at home 😆

This has been a great running start as I begin doubling back to some previous certifications I was gunning for since the pandemic hit. I’ll post my win on the other side. Ok, back to the Q4 Shenanigans at work… Trust the Process and Protect your Peace…and yes the last slide is a thing in Champagne, Listen to the bubbles 😉🥂

🤔 Random thoughts today because I told myself I was going to post something but my day took a detour and I still need to...
10/15/2024

🤔 Random thoughts today because I told myself I was going to post something but my day took a detour and I still need to study:

The more I learn, the more I realize I don’t know and then I want to learn even more, and have much respect for those that are both further along and those that are just embarking.

After completing a few certifications, I decided to dive deeper into specific regions to focus on current interests and so, I started with Champagne. Coming from predominantly Italian and American restaurants, Champagne was always on the list, of course, but not usually the main focus. It’s hard to not like bubbles unless the texture just isn’t your jam.

Having a strong understanding prior to this course, and wine in general, it still hasn’t silenced my inner Imposter Syndrome. No matter the experience, accolades, praise, referrals, etc. I STILL think (“yeah I know some things, but really idk sh*t 🤣). My Colleagues look at me like I’m craaaazzyy when I tell them that, but I’ve gotten better over the course of this year.

Anyways, I love the journey and I look forward to getting back comfy sharing info and engaging with you again on here, especially since I haven’t caught up with you in a while. Thanks for reading. 🥂

Chianti fans here? Brunello will be your fuller, mature version from higher altitudes so it’s usually more complex. We g...
08/03/2024

Chianti fans here? Brunello will be your fuller, mature version from higher altitudes so it’s usually more complex. We got this new brand in and I was skeptical at first but it definitely won me over. The aromas were med+ (4/5 ) w/ the spice, acidity, fruit, and tannin well balanced and the finish was medium. Very respectable for a BdM sub $50. Let that thang breathe for at least 25-30min.

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