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Masterclasses and Wine Tastings: Vinous Icons in Miami 2025

Vinous Icons: Miami 2025 is a prestigious wine tasting event featuring 100 fine wines and renowned producers from around the world. Scheduled for November 14-15 at Bloom Ballroom, Jungle Island, it offers masterclasses and tastings of exceptional wines. Attendees can enjoy exclusive discounts on tickets and stunning Miami skyline views.

S3 E48 SOMM LIKE IT HOT Featuring Vinya Wine’s Allegra Angelo

Meet the fascinating Miami sommelier Allegra Angelo of Vinya Wine. From NYC’s Jean-Georges to Michy’s and La Mar, Allegra shares the journey that brought her to Miami and kept her here. Knowledgeable, passionate, and #teamMiami all the way. What’s not to love?

S2 E37 SOMM LIKE IT HOT Featuring Karina Iglesias

Natural wine enthusiast Karina Iglesias talks all things vino and Miami in this special addition to my SOMM LIKE IT HOT series. Listen at the link above and on all major platforms Supporting the podcast is simple. Like what you hear? Please share, review, and/or rate to help the episodes receive more exposure. It takes seconds! Thank you for […]

PODCAST: S2 E24 SOMM LIKE IT HOT Featuring Sarah Phillips

We already know Miami is a hot zone for craft cocktails and beer. Know what else is happening? The wine scene! Follow along as I continue my SOMM LIKE IT HOT blog section and continue a podcast crossover featuring some of South Florida’s buzziest swirlers, sniffers, and tasters. Meet Sarah Phillips of the Wines by Sarah: wine educator, writer, and […]

Top 50 Sips 2022 by Mr. Whet Palette

1 – Château Pavie, 2005 France This beauty has been the leader in my clubhouse for two straight years! It is no secret that I am much more attracted to the merlot-reliant right bank (Pomerol and Saint-Emilion) Bordeauxs than the left bank cabernet-reliant Bordeauxs. Château Pavie is not only my favorite right banker but might […]

Somm Like it Hot: Featuring Cynthia Betancourt

Born and raised in New Jersey, Cynthia Betancourt found her way to South Florida in 1998. While she attended the Culinary Arts program at The Art Institute, a job at Wine Watch kicked off her passion for wine. Now, she rocks the wine scene like no other in West Broward (yes, THAT West Broward) at Ishilima, her Pembroke Pines restaurant. This talented #SOMMmomofPines is not holding back.