In this episode of the No Sediment Wine Podcast, I sit down with Ernst Loosen of Dr. Loosen to explore why Riesling remains one of the most misunderstood wines in the world. We discuss its image problem, traditional winemaking, long ageing, and the impact of Germany’s 1971 wine law. Ernst also breaks down the VDP, Grosse Lage and Grosses Gewächs classifications, while sharing his views on what makes great Riesling and why German wine is still so often underestimated.Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@NoSediment, as I am posting weekly videos on all things wine and monthly wine podcast episodes. **LET’S CONNECT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blancdenoir/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/blancdenoir TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nosediment

In this episode of the No Sediment Wine Podcast, I sit down with Prof Alex Maltman, Emeritus Professor of Geography and Earth Sciences at Aberystwyth University, to explore how geology really influences wine. We discuss soil, bedrock, microorganisms, and water retention, as well as the science behind minerality, volcanic soils, and terroir. Alex also challenges some of the most common myths about how vineyards shape the taste of wine.Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@NoSediment, as I am posting weekly videos on all things wine and monthly wine podcast episodes. **LET’S CONNECT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blancdenoir/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/blancdenoir TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nosediment

In this episode of the No Sediment Wine Podcast, I sit down with Andreas Larsson, the Best Sommelier of the World 2007, to talk about his journey to becoming the world’s best sommelier, what it takes to succeed on stage, and how the role of the sommelier has changed over the years. We also discuss blind tasting, wine scores, changing trends, and whether critics and sommeliers are losing influence to apps and social media.Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@NoSediment, as I am posting weekly videos on all things wine and monthly wine podcast episodes. **LET’S CONNECT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blancdenoir/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/blancdenoir TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nosediment #wineeducation #winepodcast #wine