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March 21, 2025

Discover the Fun Side of Wine with Wine Likes App! Pt. 1

We’re diving into the delightful world of wine in today’s chat with Jeff Gillis, the mastermind behind the WineLikes app! The main squeeze? We’re all about making wine education a blast rather than a boring classroom snooze-f...
March 18, 2025

From Taco Bell to Tzatziki: Surprising Champagne Pairings Pt. 4

Join host Forrest Kelly and guest David Aferiat as they explore the delightful world of champagne pairings, emphasizing the unexpected and exquisite combinations that elevate any meal. David shares his passion for pairing cha...
Feb. 28, 2025

Why Organic Champagne? David Shares His Passion Pt. 1

Join hosts Forrest Kelly and David Aferiat as they dive into the world of organic champagne in this engaging episode of the Best 5 Minute Wine Podcast. David, the founder of Avid Vines, shares his journey from Buffalo, New Yo...
Guest: David Aferiat
Feb. 25, 2025

Why Pink is the New Black: Rasmus Uncorks the Truth Pt. 4

Get ready to uncork some delightful conversation with Forrest Kelly and our special guest, Rasmus Emborg, as we dive into the pink-hued world of rosé wine. Rasmus takes us on a joyride through his book, “Rosé Revolution,” whe...
Guest: Rasmus Emborg
Feb. 21, 2025

Rosé: Not Just a Pretty Bottle Anymore! Pt. 3

Get the Book here: Amazon - Simon & Shuster - Barnes & Noble Rasmus Emborg dives headfirst into the world of rosé wine, and let me tell you, it's not just a pretty pink drink anymore—it's a full-on revolution! We chat about h...
Guest: Rasmus Emborg
Feb. 18, 2025

Raising the Bar: Adventures in Wine with Rasmus Pt. 2

Rasmus Emborg and Forrest Kelly dive into the delightful world of rosé wine, revealing how this often-overlooked beverage has blossomed into a legitimate star in the wine scene. We chat about Rasmus's adventurous journey to b...
Feb. 11, 2025

R&R: Resilient and Relentless - Journey Through Wine Pt. 5

Join Forrest Kelly as he dives into an engaging conversation with Jake Kloberdanz, the visionary behind One Hope Wine. They discuss the unique journey of creating a wine that embodies resilience and relentless spirit, aptly n...
Feb. 4, 2025

Nourishing the Future: The Vision Behind OneHope Winery Pt. 3

Join Forrest Kelly and Jake as they dive into the inspiring journey of One Hope Winery, a brand that merges the concepts of hope and wine to create a unique impact. The conversation highlights how the founders view their prod...
Jan. 28, 2025

Entrepreneurship in a Bottle: The Making of One Hope Wine Pt. 1

Join Jake Kloberdanz, the founder and CEO of ONE HOPE Wine, as he shares the inspiring journey of building a wine company from the ground up, starting in a public storage unit and a U-Haul truck. With a passion for wine and a...
Jan. 14, 2025

Playful Side Winemaking: Jennie's Oxlee Graham Wine Pt. 4

Join us for a delightful conversation with Jennie Murphy, the creative winemaker behind Oxlee Graham Wines, as she shares her unique approach to winemaking that beautifully blends science and artistry. Jennie discusses her jo...
Dec. 31, 2024

One Woman Took the Leap to Start Her Own Winery Pt. 2

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Forrest Kelly as we delve into the journey of building a woman-owned and family-driven winery, Oxlee Graham. The episode highlights the significance of honoring family legacies, as t...
Guest: Jennie Murphy
Dec. 17, 2024

Chemistry to Cabernet: Oxlee Graham - Pt. 1

Join Forrest Kelly and his guest co-host Doug Vincent as they dive into the fascinating world of winemaking with Jennie Murphy, the owner and winemaker of Oxlee Graham Wines. Jennie shares her unique journey from aspiring for...
Guest: Jennie Murphy
Oct. 1, 2024

Trailblazing Master Somm Laura Shares Her Journey/Breaking Barriers in the Wine Industry

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 a...
Sept. 24, 2024

Laura DePasquale of Southern Glazers - Her Journey to Becoming a Master Sommelier.

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 ...
Aug. 30, 2024

The Best - Sparkling Flavors - Sour Grapes

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 fr...