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The Best 5 Minute Wine Podcast is a weekly podcast by Forrest Kelly exploring wineries around the world. We take 5 minutes and give you wine conversation starters and travel destinations. In addition, you'll hear candid interviews from those shaping the wine field. Join us as we become inspired by their search for extraordinary wine and wineries. Voted One of The Best Travel Podcasts and Top 5 Minute Podcasts.
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Laura de Pasquale from Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits delves into transformative mentorship programs to empower women entering traditionally male-dominated sectors like supply chain and logistics. She highlights the importance of these initiatives in providing tailored guidance, ensuring women in the wine business receive the support needed to th…
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In this enlightening episode of The Best 5 Minute Wine Podcast, host Forrest Kelly dives deep into the world of artisanal wines with Laura DePasquale, the Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations for Artisanal Wines at Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits. Discover the remarkable journey of Southern Glazer's, a family-owned company now in its t…
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In this episode of The Best 5 Minute Wine Podcast, Forrest Kelly continues his engaging conversation with Laura DePasquale, a trailblazing Master Sommelier with two decades of experience. Laura opens up about the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in the Wine industry, particularly during her early years when she was often the only female exe…
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In this riveting episode, Forrest Kelly welcomes Laura DePasquale, the Senior Vice President for Artisanal Wines at Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and a Master Sommelier. Laura shares her unexpected journey from aspiring artist to renowned sommelier, detailing how a chance encounter with the Court of Master Sommeliers ignited her passion for Wi…
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Melanie, the winemaker at Cana Vineyards and Winery in Middleburg, Virginia, shares her inspiring journey from a physical therapist to a celebrated figure in the wine industry. Notably, she made history in 2022 by becoming the first woman to win the Governor's Cup in Virginia's modern wine competition, a significant achievement in a field tradition…
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Join us in the final part of our interview with Melanie from Cana Vineyards as we explore five of their best wines. First up, we dive into the 2022 Albarino, a Wine that holds a special place in Melanie's heart due to her decade-long relationship with Greenstone Vineyards. Discover the serendipitous beginnings of this Wine and its rise in the mid-A…
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In part 3 of our interview with Melanie, the talented winemaker at Cana Vineyards in Middleburg, Virginia, we delve into the stunning property and the award-winning wines that have put this Vineyard on the map. Melanie shares the serene beauty of the winery, from the original structure built in 2011 to the new pavilion with its retractable sides an…
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Forrest Kelly continues his captivating interview with Melanie, the trailblazing winemaker at Cana Vineyards in Middleburg, Virginia. Tune in as Melanie recounts her exhilarating journey to winning the 2022 Governor's Cup, a prestigious award for Virginia-grown and made wines. Melanie made history as the first woman to win this competition in moder…
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In this effervescent episode, we dive into the sparkling world of sparkling wines with our bubbly connoisseur, Sour Grapes. Join us as we embark on a global tour of flavors, exploring the unique profiles of sparkling wines from Germany, Spain, Italy, France, and the United States. Discover the refreshing lime and tangerine notes of Germany's Sekt, …
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Join us in this episode as we travel to Middleburg, Virginia, the nation's horse and hunt capital, and home to Cana Vineyards and Winery. Our guest, Melanie, the winemaker, Vineyard manager, and all-around cellar team, shares her unique journey from being a physical therapist to an accomplished winemaker. Discover the origins of Cana Vineyards, nam…
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We've combined the entire Rimessa Roscioli interview into one bonus episode. Enjoy; you helped make them our biggest downloads. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Garth Brooks to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. V…
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We combine the entire Rimessa Roscioli interview into one bonus episode. Enjoy, you helped make them our biggest downloads. Your Host: Forrest Kelly is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Garth Brooks to Kevin Costner. A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it. Voted…
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This episode delves into the multifaceted challenges of running a wine club and restaurant, with expert insights from Lindsay Gabbert. A key focus is on the financial hurdles faced in the industry, particularly the surprisingly low salaries in Italy, which can be comical in comparison to other professions. Despite these obstacles, Gabbert emphasize…
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In this episode, we wrap up our engaging conversation with Lindsay Gabbard, co-founder and sommelier of Rimessa Riscioli, as she shares the obstacles she's faced in the wine industry. From financial challenges to mastering the Italian language, Lindsay opens up about the hurdles she's overcome to build a successful wine club and restaurant in Italy…
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In this episode, we wrap up our engaging conversation with Lindsay Gabbard, co-founder and sommelier of Rimessa Riscioli, as she shares the obstacles she's faced in the wine industry. From financial challenges to mastering the Italian language, Lindsay opens up about the hurdles she's overcome to build a successful wine club and restaurant in Italy…
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In this episode, we dive into the exciting expansion of Rimessa Roscioli to New York City. Our guest, Lindsay Gabbard, co-founder and sommelier, shares the details of their new location at 43 McDougall Street in Soho, designed to replicate the unique dining and wine pairing experience of their original Rome establishment. Discover the innovative su…
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Join us as we explore the diverse and delightful world of Wine styles with our ever-pessimistic yet oddly charming co-host, Sour Grapes. In this episode, we break down the major types of Wine, from the unassuming Still Wine to the effervescent Sparkling Wine, and everything in between. Discover why Chardonnay is the vanilla ice cream of wines, how …
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Welcome to The Best 5 Minute Wine Podcast with Forrest Kelly! Today, we dive into the fascinating world of olive oil, and how it pairs perfectly with wine to elevate your culinary experiences. Did you know that some olive oils exported from Italy aren't even made from olives? Discover the surprising truth about olive oil production and how the Mafi…
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Welcome to The Best 5 Minute Wine Podcast with Forrest Kelly! Today, we dive into the fascinating world of olive oil, and how it pairs perfectly with wine to elevate your culinary experiences. Did you know that some olive oils exported from Italy aren't even made from olives? Discover the surprising truth about olive oil production and how the Mafi…
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We dive into the fascinating world of Wine grapes with our quirky and knowledgeable host, Sour Grapes. Learn about the unique characteristics that set Wine grapes apart from your everyday table grapes and discover just how many of these little beauties it takes to produce a single bottle of Wine. Join us for a quick yet informative journey through …
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In this episode, we dive into the vibrant world of Rimessa Roscioli's cooking classes and wine experiences with Lindsay Gabbard. Discover how Rimessa Roscioli offers an approachable and fun way for beginners to master the art of fresh handmade pasta, meatballs, and tiramisu, all paired with exquisite wines. Lindsay shares that 90% of participants i…
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Taste Buds Unite: Cooking, Wine, Culinary Delights Await! - Rimessa Roscioli - Rome, Italy Pt. 5
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In this episode, we dive into the vibrant world of Rimessa Roscioli's cooking classes and wine experiences with Lindsay Gabbard. Discover how Rimessa Roscioli offers an approachable and fun way for beginners to master the art of fresh handmade pasta, meatballs, and tiramisu, all paired with exquisite wines. Lindsay shares that 90% of participants i…
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In this episode, Forrest Kelly and our resident wine curmudgeon, Sour Grapes, tackle the age-old question: What wine glass should you use? Sour Grapes breaks it down with his signature blend of grumpy wisdom and humor, making it simpler than you might think. Discover why different wines benefit from different glass shapes. Reds need big bowls to br…
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