An Unusual Blend: Insights from the Wine Economist
Learn how wine consumption reflects economic conditions, with luxury wines holding up better in times of stagnation with Mike Veseth| Wine Behind the Scenes
In this episode of Wine Behind the Scenes, Laurel Simmons is joined by Andrea Kaiser, founder of Drea’s Wine Co. and daughter of the legendary winemaker Karl J. Kaiser, co-founder of Inniskillin Wines. Andrea shares her incredible journey, from growing up in the vineyards of Niagara-on-the-Lake to launching her own boutique label in tribute to […] The post How to Blend Legacy and Passion into Great Wine first appeared on Wine Behind the Scenes.| Wine Behind the Scenes
In this special Halloween edition of Wine Behind the Scenes, Laurel Simmons invites you to a hauntingly good time with spooky wine names, haunted cellars, ghost stories, and wine tips that are perfect for your next Halloween gathering. Whether you’re curious about “ferocious tannins,” looking to impress your guests with clever wine and candy pairings, or […] The post It’s Halloween: How to Enjoy Wine Behind the Screams first appeared on Wine Behind the Scenes.| Wine Behind the Scenes
A stress-free wine guide to ordering like a pro — because confidence matters more than knowing every grape. Every time the wine list lands in your hands, a little panic sets in. You want to feel calm. Confident. Classy — not like you’re taking a test you didn’t study for. That’s exactly why I created […] The post Confidence at the Table first appeared on Wine Behind the Scenes.| Wine Behind the Scenes
In this episode of Wine Behind the Scenes, Laurel Simmons chats with Joel Droogh, whose path to the wine industry started on a dairy farm outside Ottawa. From chasing cows as a kid to crafting low-alcohol wines in Niagara, Joel shares how his hands-on background and entrepreneurial drive led him to a life among the […] The post How to Find Your Place in a Changing Wine World first appeared on Wine Behind the Scenes.| Wine Behind the Scenes
In this episode of Wine Behind the Scenes, Laurel Simmons chats with Joel Droogh, whose path to the wine industry started on a dairy farm outside Ottawa. From chasing cows as a kid to crafting low-alcohol wines in Niagara, Joel shares how his hands-on background and entrepreneurial drive led him to a life among the […] The post How to Find Your Place in a Changing Wine World first appeared on Wine Behind the Scenes.| Wine Behind the Scenes
In this episode of Wine Behind the Scenes, Laurel Simmons sits down with her niece, Liesel Meissner, for a fun, informative, and completely unpretentious conversation about wine. Tired of being overwhelmed in wine shops and feeling lost when restaurant lists, Liesel came armed with questions, and Laurel delivered the answers. From understanding residual sugar and […] The post How to Untangle the World of Wine: Questions & Answers first appeared on Wine Behind the Scenes.| Wine Behind the Scenes
In this episode of Wine Behind the Scenes, Laurel Simmons reconnects with Kit Pepper, a wine editor, educator, and founder of Cheers Croatia Magazine. Kit, who lives on the island that’s a 50-minute ferry ride from the Dalmatian city of Split, returns to dive even deeper into Croatia’s long, complex relationship with wine. From the […] The post Tannins, Tunnels & Tito: How to Explore Croatia’s Wine Heritage first appeared on Wine Behind the Scenes.| Wine Behind the Scenes
In this episode of Wine Behind the Scenes, Laurel Simmons sits down with wine educator Elaine Peters to explore the vibrant world of Ontario wine through the lens of personal experience, cultural connection, and joyful discovery. Elaine shares how she transitioned from corporate life to the tasting room, from Bell to the LCBO and now […] The post Supermarket to Lemberger: How to Uncork the Unexpected first appeared on Wine Behind the Scenes.| Wine Behind the Scenes
In this episode of Wine Behind the Scenes, Laurel Simmons sat down with Yvonne Irvine, a long-time winemaker in Niagara and the co-founder of Maenad Wine Co. Yvonne shares her journey from studying biotechnology and business to launching a brand that’s all about creative freedom, fun, and celebrating women unapologetically. Her wines are low-intervention, playful, […] The post How to Make Wine with Grapes, Grit (and Sumac) first appeared on Wine Behind the Scenes.| Wine Behind the Scenes
In this episode of Wine Behind the Scenes, Laurel Simmons sits down with Dr. Antonia Mantonakis, also known as The Wine Psychologist, to explore how celebrity culture and subtle psychological triggers shape our wine choices, whether we realize it or not. From wine-tasting experiments with Olympic athletes to the endowment effect (a real thing!) and […] The post Buying Wine? How To (Maybe) Outsmart Your Brain first appeared on Wine Behind the Scenes.| Wine Behind the Scenes
Learn how wine consumption reflects economic conditions, with luxury wines holding up better in times of stagnation with Mike Veseth| Wine Behind the Scenes
