The Sipping Point: Wine, Food & More!
Learn the recipe for a delicious life each week with Laurie Forster, sought after speaker, certified sommelier and author of the award-winning book The Sipping Point: A Crash Course in Wine. Subscribe to The Sipping Point Podcast where each week Laurie will provide a fresh (and fun) look at the world of food, wine, spirits, travel and all that’s delicious in life.
Laurie’s witty, no nonsense style is sure to be a breath of fresh air in the sometimes stuffy culinary world. Even though Laurie’s a certified sommelier, an award-winning author and wife to a world class chef, she’s not afraid to admit her first wine came from a box!
Prepare to get practical, valuable and down-to-earth information from local and celebrity winemakers, chefs, brewers and more. She’ll also be taking your questions, so if there is something you’ve been dying to know about wine, food or anything else, prepare for an edu-taining answer.
Make a note to tune into The Sipping Point Podcast each Wednesday. You’ll learn, laugh and gain a new perspective on what’s in your glass or on your plate!
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Episodes
358 episodes
Wine for the People: Cha McCoy on Culture, Connection & Breaking Wine Stereotypes
SummaryIn this episode, certified sommelier and cultural tastemaker Cha McCoy uncorks a fresh perspective on the world of wine. As founder of The Communion dinner series and author of the newly released book Wi...
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Chianti Classico Uncorked: Alessandra Casini Bindi Sergardi on Chianti Classico, Tuscany & Family Legacy
Laurie's Bubbly Bash Wine Pack has been released! Order yours for her upcoming tasting or to enjoy with friends and family at the holidays and beyond:
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Inside Napa Valley with Tor Kenward: Lessons from a Lifetime in Wine
Check out Laurie's upcoming events: 11/5 Uncork The Holidays Tasting (Easton, MD)12/10
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Kimberly Charles on How ‘Come Over October’ Is Redefining Wine, Connection & Community
SummaryIn this episode of The Sipping Point, Laurie Forster sits down with Kimberly Noelle Charles, a marketing visionary and co-founder of Come Together – A Community for Wine, to uncork the story behind her rem...
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The Future Is Bubbly: How LoSecco’s Zero-Sugar Prosecco Is Redefining Wellness in Wine
Want to go to Tuscany with Laurie in 2026? Email laurie@thewinecoach.com for a brochure all about her Treasures of Tuscany Wine Tour October 12-17, 2026--A wine filled week exploring the best wine and food that Tuscany has to offer!<...
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Port of Leonardtown Winery at 15: Sparkling Reds, Viognier & the Future of Maryland Wine
Summary In this episode of The Sipping Point, Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach®, sits down with Lauren Zimmerman, head winemaker at Port of Leonardtown Winery. Lauren shares her journey from Canada to Maryland and what...
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Why Bodega Garzon's Tannat and Albariño Are Making Waves Worldwide
SummaryLaurie Forster, The Wine Coach, uncorks the story of Uruguay’s wine revolution with Mele Sosa from Bodega Garzón. Discover why Uruguay’s signature grape Tannat and the refreshing Albariño are g...
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Chateau Musar’s Marc Hochar on Natural Winemaking, Lebanese Resilience, and Trusting Your Palate
Want to go to Tuscany with Laurie in October of 2026? email laurie@thewinecoach.com for a brochure and join us for an info session on 9/28 to find out more REGISTER HER...
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Bartholomew Broadbent on Wine Trends, Myths & Making Quality Accessible
SummaryIn this episode, Laurie Forster sits down with Bartholomew Broadbent for a lively conversation about his remarkable path in the wine world. From his family’s legendary influence to his own trailblazing ventures, Bartholomew...
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THC Drinks Explained: Wynk Founder Angus Rittenburg on the Future of Cannabis Beverages
Want to go to Tuscany with Laurie in October of 2026? email laurie@thewinecoach.com for a brochure and join us for an info session on 9/28 to find out more REGISTER HER...
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Uncorking Australia: Mark Davidson on the Myths, Makers & Modern Wines
Want to go to Tuscany with Laurie in October of 2026? email laurie@thewinecoach.com for a brochure and join us for an info session on 9/28 to find out more REGISTER HER...
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Vintage 414 Uncorked: South African Sips, Guilty Pleasures & Corkage Etiquette
Want to go to Tuscany with Laurie in October of 2026? email laurie@thewinecoach.com for a brochure and join us for an info session on 9/28 to find out more REGISTER HER...
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43:45
Pouring the Future: Graham Nordin on Sustainable Wine Packaging
Want to go to Tuscany with Laurie in October of 2026? email laurie@thewinecoach.com for a brochure and join us for an info session on 9/28 to find out more REGISTER HER...
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24:53
Sauvignon Blanc & Beyond: Winemaker Jules Taylor on the Bold Flavors of Marlborough
SummaryOn this episode of The Sipping Point, Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach®, uncorks a lively conversation with Jules Taylor—renowned winemaker from Marlborough, New Zealand. Known for her expressive Sauvignon Blancs, Ju...
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28:52
Inside Smith Story Wines: Ali Smith Story on Building a Boutique Winery from the Ground Up
Register for Laurie's upcoming tasting Fall in Love with The Rhone on September 24th at 7PM ET!SummaryWhat happens when a fearle...
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32:44
Bubbles Without Rules: Garth Hodgdon and Champagne Happy Hour
SummaryIn this episode, Garth Hodgdon shares his unexpected path from aspiring college professor to becoming a respected sommelier and Champagne expert. He offers insight into what makes Champagne so unique—from its production pro...
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36:53
Girl Meets Glass: Tanisha Townsend’s Paris Wine Journey
SummaryOn this episode of The Sipping Point, we uncork the story of Tanisha Townsend, Chief Wine Officer at Girl Meets Glass, who swapped the U.S. hustle for Parisian pours. Tanisha shares how she built her wine biz in th...
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29:09
Andre Hueston Mack on Breaking Wine Rules, Frasier Inspiration & Maison Noir’s Wine Revolution
Join Laurie on 7/31 in Easton, MD for La Dolce Vita: Sip & Savor the Taste of Italy. Get all the details and purchase tickets HERE...
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32:46
From Journalist to Winemaker: Courtney Humiston’s Journey to California Sparkling Wine
SummaryIn this inspiring episode, Courtney Humiston uncorks her unconventional path from journalist to sommelier to sparkling winemaker. She shares how her love for storytelling and sense of place led her to craft Delphinium
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Whiskey, Wisdom & Bourdain: Remembering Anthony Bourdain on Bourdain Day
SummaryIn this special Bourdain Day episode of The Sipping Point, Laurie Forster revisits a rare and unforgettable conversation with the late Anthony Bourdain. Recorded during his tour with Balvenie Scotch—a journey that ...
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Aldo Sohm: Wine Wisdom from Le Bernardin to Your Glass
There's still time to order The Wine Coach Club Summer Sipper Wine Pack with 4 wines perfect for your summer grilling for $8-0 with free shipping. Check it out & Order yours HERE...
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32:27
Innovating Rosé: The Journey of Whispering Angel Rosé
Order The Wine Coach Summer Sipper Wine Pack with 4 of her favorite wines for all your grilling favorites. Under $80 with free shipping these delicious wines will ship right to your door.
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From Boardroom to Bordeaux: A Château Dream Realized
SummaryOn this episode of The Sipping Point, Laurie uncorks a story that’s anything but ordinary. Meet Sally, the powerhouse behind Château Georges 7 in Bordeaux, who swapped spreadsheets for soil and turned her corporate...
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