Introducing our very first CrushCast Minisode! We are going back to basics today reviewing wine grapes and wine styles. Allie has all of the info to get you started on a foundation for anyone looking to learn a little more about what they are drinking. Get ready go sip along with us! Cheers! Support the showCONNECT WITH US: You can follow and message us on Instagram @crushitwinesb You can also reach out via email - [email protected] If you want to help support the show and get extra content every week, sign up for our Patreon. Join the list to stay up to date on future episodes and featured wines so you can sip alongside us! Finally, we're more than just a podcast! We are a full service wine education company offering an online wine shop, a wine club membership and both virtual and in person classes. Go to www.crushitwineeducation.com to learn more and get 10% off your first order when you sign up for the mailing list! Cheers and thanks for listening!

We are starting 2024 by breaking down some common wine terms and techniques you may come across in any wine-tasting or wine descriptions.  Knowing a little more about how the wine is made will help you discover the style of wine you prefer.  Join us as we sip a wine made by Julie, especially for Crush It! Grab a glass of your current favorite wine and join us! And if you want to go a little deeper in this topic, join us for our virtual class all about Methods of Production on January 25th. Class ticket includes the virtual class, three bottles of wine, handmade class materials and access to class recording if you can't join live. Get your tickets here: https://crushitwineeducation.com/products/methods-of-production-class-january-2024 Support the showCONNECT WITH US: You can follow and message us on Instagram @crushitwinesb You can also reach out via email - [email protected] If you want to help support the show and get extra content every week, sign up for our Patreon. Join the list to stay up to date on future episodes and featured wines so you can sip alongside us! Finally, we're more than just a podcast! We are a full service wine education company offering an online wine shop, a wine club membership and both virtual and in person classes. Go to www.crushitwineeducation.com to learn more and get 10% off your first order when you sign up for the mailing list! Cheers and thanks for listening!

Happy Holidays! We at CrushCast are always trying to bring you new and interesting information about how wine is celebrated around the world. Both Allie and Julie break down some wonderful Holiday and New Year Traditions. Steeped in the history of the ultimate celebration drink Champagne. We take a deep dive into the ever-confusing 'Aul Lang Singe.' Let's explore new traditions for the New Year and celebrate 2024. Wear polka dots check the color of your underpants and grab your favorite end-of-the-year beverage. Cheers to you and Cheers to the Pod!  Support the showCONNECT WITH US: You can follow and message us on Instagram @crushitwinesb You can also reach out via email - [email protected] If you want to help support the show and get extra content every week, sign up for our Patreon. Join the list to stay up to date on future episodes and featured wines so you can sip alongside us! Finally, we're more than just a podcast! We are a full service wine education company offering an online wine shop, a wine club membership and both virtual and in person classes. Go to www.crushitwineeducation.com to learn more and get 10% off your first order when you sign up for the mailing list! Cheers and thanks for listening!

From the largest island in the Mediterranean, and divided by the ever-erupting Mount Etna we bring you wines and crimes that are deep in the history of Sicily.  Allie brings us a tasty wine made from a grape that is the backbone of Sicily viticulture.  Julie explains how much Sicily has in common with Massachusetts, creepy flags, and cooking wine. We finish with Cosa Nostra and their influence on Sicily from the past to the present. Grab a glass and join us for a trip to one of our favorite islands. Cheers!Support the showCONNECT WITH US: You can follow and message us on Instagram @crushitwinesb You can also reach out via email - [email protected] If you want to help support the show and get extra content every week, sign up for our Patreon. Join the list to stay up to date on future episodes and featured wines so you can sip alongside us! Finally, we're more than just a podcast! We are a full service wine education company offering an online wine shop, a wine club membership and both virtual and in person classes. Go to www.crushitwineeducation.com to learn more and get 10% off your first order when you sign up for the mailing list! Cheers and thanks for listening!

If you have ever wondered what Bret is? Or what causes those 'wine diamonds' in your glass?  We have got you covered. Allie gives you information on all the most common faults and flaws found in wine and what causes them. All while we sip a lovely French and unflawed wine. We finish off the pod with a little scandal and try to figure out if the French have 'Double Jeopardy.' Grab a glass of something tasty and join us! Cheers!Support the showCONNECT WITH US: You can follow and message us on Instagram @crushitwinesb You can also reach out via email - [email protected] If you want to help support the show and get extra content every week, sign up for our Patreon. Join the list to stay up to date on future episodes and featured wines so you can sip alongside us! Finally, we're more than just a podcast! We are a full service wine education company offering an online wine shop, a wine club membership and both virtual and in person classes. Go to www.crushitwineeducation.com to learn more and get 10% off your first order when you sign up for the mailing list! Cheers and thanks for listening!

In this episode, you get a real-time Rioja experience from Allie. Not only does she bring a classic example to the table. But,  she describes her own experience walking the grounds of one of the most famous wineries in the area. Surprises abound.  Julie gives you all the basics you need to navigate buying these wines and why you should include them in your wine buying.  Not going to lie we break open Rioja and all it has to offer. Grab a glass of your favorite Tempranillo or a blend with it, relax, and learn all the details. Cheers!Support the showCONNECT WITH US: You can follow and message us on Instagram @crushitwinesb You can also reach out via email - [email protected] If you want to help support the show and get extra content every week, sign up for our Patreon. Join the list to stay up to date on future episodes and featured wines so you can sip alongside us! Finally, we're more than just a podcast! We are a full service wine education company offering an online wine shop, a wine club membership and both virtual and in person classes. Go to www.crushitwineeducation.com to learn more and get 10% off your first order when you sign up for the mailing list! Cheers and thanks for listening!

You may or may not have heard of Lambrusco, but we think you need to get to know it a little better. We kick off the pod with Julie bringing you a beautiful example of modern-day Lambrusco. Allie takes us through the deep history of Lambrusco, and the wild admiration of it in the recent past. If you want to know about Lambrusco, we have you covered. Especially if you are looking for a new food and wine pairing favorite. Grab a glass of something fizzy and join us. Cheers! Support the showCONNECT WITH US: You can follow and message us on Instagram @crushitwinesb You can also reach out via email - [email protected] If you want to help support the show and get extra content every week, sign up for our Patreon. Join the list to stay up to date on future episodes and featured wines so you can sip alongside us! Finally, we're more than just a podcast! We are a full service wine education company offering an online wine shop, a wine club membership and both virtual and in person classes. Go to www.crushitwineeducation.com to learn more and get 10% off your first order when you sign up for the mailing list! Cheers and thanks for listening!

Sangiovese is a wildly diverse grape that is the prominent grape in some of the most expensive wines in the world. Allie brings us a classic example of the wine, while Julie sneaks in a little Sangio surprise. We give you the nuts and bolts of what makes this grape so great. Then Allie gives a bit of Italian history that sounds straight out of the Lord of the Rings whose battles end revolved around a black rooster.  We know it sounds wacky, but tune in until the end to get the whole story. Grab a glass of Chianti or your favorite Sangiovese and join us for a new adventure. Cheers! Support the showCONNECT WITH US: You can follow and message us on Instagram @crushitwinesb You can also reach out via email - [email protected] If you want to help support the show and get extra content every week, sign up for our Patreon. Join the list to stay up to date on future episodes and featured wines so you can sip alongside us! Finally, we're more than just a podcast! We are a full service wine education company offering an online wine shop, a wine club membership and both virtual and in person classes. Go to www.crushitwineeducation.com to learn more and get 10% off your first order when you sign up for the mailing list! Cheers and thanks for listening!

We all have heard of aging wine in Stainless Steel and Oak, but what about those other ancient methods that have been brought into the modern age? In this episode, we break down how these methods resurfaced and how they are being used to make exceptional wines all while tasting a beautiful example from our own backyard. Allie gives you all the important details, while Julie tells you about the man who brought about the concrete egg...with a little help from his friends.  Get ready to have all those wine tour highlights and gadgets explained! Pick up a glass of your favorite aged wine and join us on a new/old adventure. Cheers! Support the showCONNECT WITH US: You can follow and message us on Instagram @crushitwinesb You can also reach out via email - [email protected] If you want to help support the show and get extra content every week, sign up for our Patreon. Join the list to stay up to date on future episodes and featured wines so you can sip alongside us! Finally, we're more than just a podcast! We are a full service wine education company offering an online wine shop, a wine club membership and both virtual and in person classes. Go to www.crushitwineeducation.com to learn more and get 10% off your first order when you sign up for the mailing list! Cheers and thanks for listening!

This is an episode of love, the love of Cabernet Franc; Parent, food friend, and one hell of a tasty wine. Allie chose an awesome example from a local winery that gave the grape a redemptive chance. Julie gives you all the information on the grape and why it should always be on the table. The best part, our story outlines a man who brought us the plantings of the grape and his journey as a true Renaissance man. Buckle up for an episode that will make you fall in love and get to know a wonderful variety in our opinion should be made all on its own all of the time. Grab a glass and join us on our exploration of Cab Franc.Support the showCONNECT WITH US: You can follow and message us on Instagram @crushitwinesb You can also reach out via email - [email protected] If you want to help support the show and get extra content every week, sign up for our Patreon. Join the list to stay up to date on future episodes and featured wines so you can sip alongside us! Finally, we're more than just a podcast! We are a full service wine education company offering an online wine shop, a wine club membership and both virtual and in person classes. Go to www.crushitwineeducation.com to learn more and get 10% off your first order when you sign up for the mailing list! Cheers and thanks for listening!