Vint Wine Podcast
The Vint Wine Podcast offers an insider’s look into the world of wine and spirits through conversations with the people and producers shaping today’s food and drink culture. From Master Sommeliers and Masters of Wine to acclaimed writers, winemakers, and growers behind some of the world’s most celebrated bottles, host Billy Galanko brings you thoughtful stories and expert insights.
Whether you're a passionate enthusiast or work in the industry, you’ll enjoy learning more about the wines you love while gaining exclusive access to a wide range of voices and perspectives from across the wine world.
For inquiries, email Billy Galanko at billy@thewinepod.com.
Vint Wine Podcast
5 Questions with Cokie Ponikvar, Advanced Sommelier & Master of Wine Candidate
In this episode of Five Questions , we sit down with Cokie Ponikvar, Advanced Sommelier, Master of Wine candidate, and wine communicator, for a candid conversation about her journey in wine. Cokie shares what she’s drinking now (including Soldera and Château Rayas), reflects on the thrill of tasting iconic bottles for the first time, and highlights underrated regions like the Chablis and grape varieties like Albariño, Gruner Veltliner, and Melon de Bourgogne (the variety used in Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine). She also offers practical tips on temperature’s role in wine enjoyment, from chilling red wines to letting Champagne evolve over dessert, and opens up about the physical and mental demands of preparing for the MW exam.
🎧 In this episode:
• How Cokie uses Instagram to share her study journey and wine insights
• What it’s like tasting legendary wines for the first time with deep knowledge
• Underrated regions she loves—from Chalônais to Montevertine to Muscadet
• Why wine temperature matters more than most people think
• The physical and emotional toll of preparing for the MW exam
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The Vint Wine Podcast is a production by host, Billy Galanko. For partnerships and collaborations, please reach out to Billy@thewinepod.com
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