Wine Face
Wine Face breaks down the ins and outs of wine: how it’s made, why it’s important, what you should drink, and why people often make it so elitist. Wine Face features thoughtful interviews with chefs, winemakers, celebs, and some exciting enthusiasts, as well as entertaining opportunities to help listeners learn a new fact or two for their next trip to the wine shop, or even to help plan their next dinner party.
Helen Johannesen is a partner at Jon & Vinny’s in Los Angeles, and the owner of Helen’s Wines, the gem box retail wine shop in the back of Jon & Vinny's locations. Helen is the Beverage Director for all Jon & Vinny’s associated restaurants. She hosts wine classes, runs a curated wine club, and was named Best New Sommelier by Food & Wine in 2016.
Our Editor's Take
From wine connoisseurs to casual enthusiasts, the Wine Face podcast should appeal to many fans of the grape. This Dear Media show focuses on wine education. It celebrates the many styles out there. It examines how the culture around wine has developed and continues to grow. Listeners will find valuable insight into wine pairings for Thanksgiving and much more.
Host Helen Johannesen is a world-class authority in the world of wine. Whether predicting wine trends or a Bordeaux recommendation, her word is gospel. In this podcast, she speaks to other experts and enthusiasts. Helen's warm nature and banter make these episodes both educational and entertaining. Episode topics are as varied as white wine varieties. Wine Face discusses everything from "Tasting Wine 101" to heavenly caviar pairings.
Listeners will hear from guests like Pia Baroncini, Cha McCoy, and Tinx. Helen and her guests taste wine, chat about life, and their favorite pinot noir, chardonnay, or rosé. Valerie Confections' founder discusses the magic of chocolate and wine and California living. It isn't all French and Italian wines, however. One podcast episode listeners may enjoy is "Swiss Beats: Intro to Swiss Wine." Celebrity wines are also front and center in some episodes. One episode features Cameron Diaz and Katherine Power's wine venture.
From the history of champagne to new trends like orange wine, this Wine Face extends into many facets. It isn't all conversations about Cabernet Franc and Burgundy. Some episodes will resonate with listeners on various levels. One episode explores Helen's experience as a working mom in wine. Another explores the downside of wine culture and ways to be more inclusive.
Wine Face is more than a wine podcast. These episodes are a trove of fascinating facts, advice, and conversations about wine, culture, and life. Listeners should prepare to raise their wine glasses to new episodes once a week.
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