Last week I shared with you that it is time to change the wine list for the fall and winter seasons and it is my responsibility to see it through. After meeting with my boss, Aaron, he graciously allowed me to make changes to whatever wines I wanted with the exception of two, the Aruma … Continue reading Bubbles & Whites
A new season is upon us which means it is time for me to write a new wine list for fall/winter. Just like the last menu change, there is a process involved; first: I meet with my boss to see what he is willing to let me change, second: I make my own list of … Continue reading Change is in the Air
When you work at one of the top rated hotels in Denver you tend to attract a fair amount of writers, bloggers, etc. that all want to come experience your hospitality first hand so they can share with the world how you interpret and deliver hospitality differently than anyone else. That was the case this past week … Continue reading Media People
As you know I am studying to take the Certified Sommelier exam within the next year or so; the exam itself has three areas you have to pass in order to become Certified, they are as follows: Theory Service Blind Tasting Theory is the one I’ve spent the most time on up to this point … Continue reading Rule Number One: Humility
Sometimes I find myself doing exactly what I don’t like my guests to do, telling myself I won’t like ________ wine because I don’t typically care for ________ grape(s). That was definitely the case this past week when I was tasting wines with Lyndsay from Silver Oak winery in California. We took our seats and … Continue reading Never Judge a Book by its Cover
The Cork Dorks had a long couple of weeks so we decided to get together and relax over dinner, drinks, and good conversation. It was sort of a last minute thing as to where to go, luckily Rachel pulled through for us with a restaurant known as Ambli. I had never heard of it but … Continue reading Dinner with the Cork Dorks
A couple of weeks ago I told you how I applied for an all expenses paid trip to Pinot Camp 2016; well the results are in…I was not accepted this year but that does not mean I won’t try again next year. I think it will help my chances to get a little more experience … Continue reading A Quick Update
If you have been following my blog for a while, you know that I struggle to keep my studies fresh sometimes. By that I mean I get bored quickly when I just take notes, look at maps, and review flashcards day in and day out. I’ve tried a few different strategies but nothing seemed to … Continue reading If That Does Not Work, Try Again
When you are the sommelier or the wine buyer for a high end restaurant you are constantly hit up with tastings, dinners, seminars, webinars, the list goes on and on. They are always worth your time if you can go but there are some that are a little extra special when compared to the others. Luckily … Continue reading An Experience to Remember
Have you ever heard of Pinot Camp? I am sure some of you have, it is said to be one of the best workshops to attend for anyone in the wine industry. It is held annually by fifty of the best producers throughout the Willamette Valley in Oregon. The first two days of camp are … Continue reading Now I Wait…
My Pursuit to Become a Master Sommelier 