How to Taste Wine Like a Pro Featuring Master Sommelier Sur Lucero and Master of Wine Vanessa Conlin

Master Sommelier Sur Lucero was the fourteenth Krug Cup winner, passing all three levels of the Master Sommelier Exam on his first attempt while earning the highest score. He honed his palate working at The French Laundry, The Little Nell, Cyrus, Meadowood Resort, and Daniel Boulud Las Vegas. Sur joins the Podcast to share his tips on how to assess wine, which is a great way to understand what you like and how to then communicate that. 
Episode 11
February 16, 2023

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Wines Featured on This Episode:
🍷 2018 Smith Madrone Riesling
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🍷 2018 Aldo Conterno Bussia Barolo
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Articles Discussed
– https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/265703
– https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2022/12/pinault-family-acquires-champagne-jacquesson/
– https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/01/is-wine-good-for-your-skin/

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