Wine 101 with Brainscape – Details, episodes & analysis

Medium to Full Bodied White Wines

Welcome wine nerds to our series of edutainment videos designed to massively level up your wine knowledge, whether you’re a complete grape novice or have, for many years, harbored a love affair for the world of wine!

(To receive a steady stream of great wine information, tips, and tools, make sure you subscribe and ring the bell and we’ll notify you when a new video drops. For even more delicious information on wine, whether you’re a student or an enthusiast, check out Brainscape’s Wine Academy: https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine/)

In this episode, Brainscape’s learning coach and wine writer, Thea Beckman, tests you on Medium to Full Bodied White Wines

Each one of these questions has been taken from our collection of Wine Appreciation flashcards, which takes you on an epic learning journey through the story of wine, from soil to cellar, and grape to grocery store. Oh, and you don’t need to know a thing about wine to get started! Click here to dive in: https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wine-appreciation.

We hope you liked this video (don't forget to give it a thumbs up if you did) and that you feel much more confident ordering, buying, and talking about wine.... Cheers! (Just make sure you watch the rest of the videos in this series to keep learning!)

For an even deeper dive into your wine education, check out Brainscape (https://www.brainscape.com) for thousands of flashcards that have already been created for general wine appreciation, but also for formal educational programs like the Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET)  and Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) https://www.brainscape.com/subjects/wine.

Some collections you might appreciate as someone who is coming to grips with the magic that happens in the vineyard to ultimately make the wines we love, include:
* WSET Level 1 (Wine): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset-level-1-wine
* WSET Level 1 (Spirits): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset-level-1-spirits
* WSET Level 2 (Wine): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset-level-2-wine
* CMS Introductory Sommelier: https://www.brainscape.com/learn/introductory-sommelier-exam-cms

Alternatively, you can create your own flashcards for your wine learning journey, completely free!

Download our app here:
iOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal

#Wine #winefacts #whitewines #learnaboutwine #wineflashcards #wineappreciation #winenerd

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Thanks for watching! If you want to learn more about wine as a beginner, check out this article: https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine-guide-facts-to-know/

For other fantastic study resources check out:
https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine/

Lighter Bodied White Wines

Welcome wine nerds to our series of edutainment videos designed to massively level up your wine knowledge, whether you’re a complete grape novice or have, for many years, harbored a love affair for the world of wine!

(To receive a steady stream of great wine information, tips, and tools, make sure you subscribe and ring the bell and we’ll notify you when a new video drops. For even more delicious information on wine, whether you’re a student or an enthusiast, check out Brainscape’s Wine Academy: https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine/)

In this episode, Brainscape’s learning coach and wine writer, Thea Beckman, tests you on Lighter Bodied White Wines

Each one of these questions has been taken from our collection of Wine Appreciation flashcards, which takes you on an epic learning journey through the story of wine, from soil to cellar, and grape to grocery store. Oh, and you don’t need to know a thing about wine to get started! Click here to dive in: https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wine-appreciation.

We hope you liked this video (don't forget to give it a thumbs up if you did) and that you feel much more confident ordering, buying, and talking about wine.... Cheers! (Just make sure you watch the rest of the videos in this series to keep learning!)

For an even deeper dive into your wine education, check out Brainscape (https://www.brainscape.com) for thousands of flashcards that have already been created for general wine appreciation, but also for formal educational programs like the Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET)  and Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) https://www.brainscape.com/subjects/wine.

Some collections you might appreciate as someone who is coming to grips with the magic that happens in the vineyard to ultimately make the wines we love, include:
* WSET Level 1 (Wine): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset-level-1-wine
* WSET Level 1 (Spirits): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset-level-1-spirits
* WSET Level 2 (Wine): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset-level-2-wine
* CMS Introductory Sommelier: https://www.brainscape.com/learn/introductory-sommelier-exam-cms

Alternatively, you can create your own flashcards for your wine learning journey, completely free!

Download our app here:
iOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal

#Wine #winefacts #whitewines #learnaboutwine #wineflashcards #wineappreciation #winenerd

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Thanks for watching! If you want to learn more about wine as a beginner, check out this article: https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine-guide-facts-to-know/

For other fantastic study resources check out:
https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine/

Looking for a steady stream of delicious wine knowledge? Subscribe and ring the bell and we’ll notify you when Brainscape drops a new wine video. You'll find our in-depth wine guides over at https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine/.

In this podcast, our wine writer Thea Beckman sits down with Chelsie Petras (Chel Loves Wine -    / chelsiep1000  , who is a WSET 3 qualified, Master of Champagne candidate, wine lover, and influencer (www.chelloveswine.com). She’s also the co-host of the "Babes + Booze" podcast (https://www.chelloveswine.com/babes-b.... They sit down to talk about all the champagne facts you really should know. Mousse anyone?

In this podcast, you'll learn about:
0:00​ - Intro
0:58 - Why is Champagne expensive?
2:12 - What makes Champagne different from other sparkling wines?
4:20 - What flavors to be on the lookout for when tasting Champagne.
5:31 - What is mousse?
7:05 - Are all sparkling wines from Champagne the same? What makes them different?
10:28 - Best food pairing recommendations with Champagne.
12:23 - Who is Chel loves wine?

We hope you liked this video (don't forget to subscribe and that you’re now more informed about what makes Champagne so unique. Cheers!

#chelloveswine #champagne #sparklingwine #howischampagnemade

Wine 101: 10 Tips for Pairing Wine with Food

Welcome wine nerds to our series of edutainment videos designed to massively level up your wine knowledge, whether you’re a complete grape novice or have, for many years, harbored a love affair for the world of wine!

(To receive a steady stream of great wine information, tips, and tools, make sure you subscribe and ring the bell and we’ll notify you when a new video drops. For even more delicious information on wine, whether you’re a student or an enthusiast, check out Brainscape’s Wine Academy: https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine/)

In this episode, Brainscape’s learning coach and wine writer, Thea Beckman, tests you on 10 tips for pairing the perfect wine with your food, including:

-What wines pair best with heavy meat dishes?
-What wines pair best with pork dishes?
-What wines pair best with light seafood dishes?

Each one of these questions has been taken from our collection of Wine Appreciation flashcards, which takes you on an epic learning journey through the story of wine, from soil to cellar, and grape to grocery store. Oh, and you don’t need to know a thing about wine to get started! Click here to dive in: https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wine-appreciation.

We hope you liked this video (don't forget to give it a thumbs up if you did) and that you feel much more confident ordering, buying, and talking about wine.... Cheers! (Just make sure you watch the rest of the videos in this series to keep learning!)

For an even deeper dive into your wine education, check out Brainscape (https://www.brainscape.com) for thousands of flashcards that have already been created for general wine appreciation, but also for formal educational programs like the Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET)  and Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) https://www.brainscape.com/subjects/wine.

Some collections you might appreciate as someone who is learning how to pair wine with food include:
* WSET Level 1 (Wine): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset-level-1-wine
* WSET Level 2 (Wine): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset-level-2-wine
* CMS Introductory Sommelier: https://www.brainscape.com/learn/introductory-sommelier-exam-cms

Alternatively, you can create your own flashcards for your wine learning journey, completely free!

Download our app here:
iOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal

#Wine #winefacts #learnaboutwine #wineflashcards #wineappreciation #winetasting #tastewine #winetastingtips #wineandfood #wineandfoodpairing #foodandwinepairing #winenerd #winegeneralknowledge

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Thanks for watching! If you want to learn more about wine as a beginner, check out this article: https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine-guide-facts-to-know/

For other fantastic study resources check out:
https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine/

Wine 101 Fortified Wine: 10 Things every wine lover should know about fortified wine!

Welcome wine nerds to our series of edutainment videos designed to massively level up your wine knowledge, whether you’re a complete grape novice or have, for many years, harbored a love affair for the world of wine!

(To receive a steady stream of great wine information, tips, and tools, make sure you subscribe and ring the bell and we’ll notify you when a new video drops. For even more delicious information on wine, whether you’re a student or an enthusiast, check out Brainscape’s Wine Academy: https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine/)

In this episode, Brainscape’s learning coach and wine writer, Thea Beckman, tests you on 10 wine facts in the domain of fortified wines like Port and Sherry, including:

-What does it mean when a wine is fortified?
-What are the two most internationally known styles of fortified wine?
-What is the main difference Port and Sherry?

Each one of these questions has been taken from our collection of Wine Appreciation flashcards, which takes you on an epic learning journey through the story of wine, from soil to cellar, and grape to grocery store. Oh, and you don’t need to know a thing about wine to get started! Click here to dive in: https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wine-appreciation.

We hope you liked this video (don't forget to give it a thumbs up if you did) and that you feel much more confident ordering, buying, and talking about wine.... Cheers! (Just make sure you watch the rest of the videos in this series to keep learning!)

For an even deeper dive into your wine education, check out Brainscape (https://www.brainscape.com) for thousands of flashcards that have already been created for general wine appreciation, but also for formal educational programs like the Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET)  and Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) https://www.brainscape.com/subjects/wine.

Some collections you might appreciate as someone who is learning all about fortified wine include:
* WSET Level 1 (Wine): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset-level-1-wine
* WSET Level 2 (Wine): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset-level-2-wine
* CMS Introductory Sommelier: https://www.brainscape.com/learn/introductory-sommelier-exam-cms
* WSET Level 3 (Wine): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset-level-3-wine
* WSET D4 (Fortified Wine): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset-level-4-d5-fortified-wines

Alternatively, you can create your own flashcards for your wine learning journey, completely free!

Download our app here:
iOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal

#Wine #winefacts #learnaboutwine #wineflashcards #wineappreciation #winenerd #winegeneralknowledge #basicwineterms #fortifiedwines #sherry #portwine #port #sweetwine #dessertwine

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Thanks for watching! If you want to learn more about wine as a beginner, check out this article: https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine-guide-facts-to-know/

For other fantastic study resources check out:
https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine/

Wine 101: “If you like this, try that” tips on finding new wines you’ll love

Welcome wine nerds to our series of edutainment videos designed to massively level up your wine knowledge, whether you’re a complete grape novice or have, for many years, harbored a love affair for the world of wine!

(To receive a steady stream of great wine information, tips, and tools, make sure you subscribe and ring the bell and we’ll notify you when a new video drops. For even more delicious information on wine, whether you’re a student or an enthusiast, check out Brainscape’s Wine Academy: https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine/)

Each one of these questions has been taken from our collection of Wine Appreciation flashcards, which takes you on an epic learning journey through the story of wine, from soil to cellar, and grape to grocery store. Oh, and you don’t need to know a thing about wine to get started! Click here to dive in: https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wine-appreciation.

We hope you liked this video (don't forget to give it a thumbs up if you did) and that you feel much more confident ordering, buying, and talking about wine.... Cheers! (Just make sure you watch the rest of the videos in this series to keep learning!)

For an even deeper dive into your wine education, check out Brainscape (https://www.brainscape.com) for thousands of flashcards that have already been created for general wine appreciation, but also for formal educational programs like the Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET)  and Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) https://www.brainscape.com/subjects/wine.

Some collections you might appreciate as someone who is learning how to find new wines include:
* WSET Level 1 (Wine): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset-level-1-wine
* WSET Level 2 (Wine): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset-level-2-wine
* CMS Introductory Sommelier: https://www.brainscape.com/learn/introductory-sommelier-exam-cms

Alternatively, you can create your own flashcards for your wine learning journey, completely free!

Download our app here:
iOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal

#Wine #winefacts #learnaboutwine #wineflashcards #wineappreciation #winetasting #tastewine #winetastingtips #winenerd #winegeneralknowledge #ifyoulikethistrythat

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Thanks for watching! If you want to learn more about wine as a beginner, check out this article: https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine-guide-facts-to-know/

For other fantastic study resources check out:
https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine/

To receive a steady stream of great wine information, tips, and tools, make sure you subscribe and ring the bell and we’ll notify you when a new video drops. For even more delicious information on wine, whether you’re a student or an enthusiast, check out Brainscape’s Wine Academy: https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine/

In this podcast, Brainscape’s Lead Writer & Learning Coach, Thea Beckman, interviews Sarah Sutel Looper, a Master Sommelier Candidate & Wine Educator, about whether wine students should continue their education by embarking upon the final frontier: the WSET Diploma!

In this podcast, we answer the following questions:
0:08​ - What is the biggest wake-up call difference between the WSET Diploma and its predecessor, the WSET 3?
1:40 - What are the pros, the personal and professional benefits to obtaining this qualification?
4:04 - What kind of careers and job opportunities does the Diploma make available to graduates?
4:50 - What are some of the cons of taking the Diploma, like the financial costs?
8:12 - Has Sarah ever heard of anyone who signed up for the WSET Diploma only to realize it wasn’t the right decision for them?
14:55 - What does Sarah wish she’d known before signing up for the Diploma?

We hope you liked this video (don't forget to give it a thumbs up if you did) .... Cheers!

If you’re looking for help with your Diploma wine studies, check out Brainscape’s certified, expert-curated collections of flashcards for the following Diploma modules:

WSET D1 (Wine Production): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset...
WSET D4 (Sparkling Wines): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset...
WSET D5 (Fortified Wines): https://www.brainscape.com/learn/wset...

… with more on the way!

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How to tell if a sweet wine has botrytis for WSET tasting exam

Looking for a steady stream of delicious wine knowledge? Subscribe and ring the bell and we’ll notify you when Brainscape drops a new wine video. You'll find our in-depth wine guide over at https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine/.

In this podcast, advanced sommeliers Sarah Looper & Nicole Hakli chat about sweet wines and whether or not they have botrytis, to help you prepare for the WSET Level 3 tasting exam. Sit down with them as they explain their tasting notes for two wines: one with botrytis and one without.

In this podcast, you'll learn about:
0:00​ - Intro
0:42 - How to determine if a wine has botrytis
1:18 - What to look for when tasting sweet wines
4:12 - What wines are susceptible to botrytis
7:59 - What are the notes of botrytis?

We hope you liked this podcast and that you now feel more confident to tell the difference between sweet wines with and without botrytis. Don't forget to give this video a thumbs up if you did.

And if you’re looking for help preparing for the WSET Level 3 wine exam be sure to check out flashcards: https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wset-level-3-practice-test/

#Botrytis #dessertwine #winetasting #wsetlevel3wine

How to pair wine with dessert

Looking for a steady stream of delicious wine knowledge? Subscribe and ring the bell and we’ll notify you when Brainscape drops a new wine video. You'll find our in-depth wine guides over at https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine/.

In this podcast, our partner Sarah Looper, a wine educator/sommelier from NYC, and Nicole Hakli, also a sommelier from NYC, share how you should pair wine with your dessert and the reasons you should drink a dessert wine at the end of a meal (not that you really need a reason).

In this podcat, you'll learn about:
0:00​ - Intro
0:32 - How to pair wine with dessert.
1:07 - How to pair wine with sweet foods.
3:47 - What kinds of wine to pair with savory desserts, like cheese platters.
4:40 - Do dessert wines have to be paired with food? 

We hope you liked this podcast (don't forget to subscribe) and that you now feel more informed about how to choose a wine to pair with your next dessert. 

How to buy wine (when you know next to nothing)

Looking for a steady stream of great wine information? Subscribe and ring the bell and we’ll notify you when Brainscape drops a new wine video. You'll find our in-depth wine guides over at https://www.brainscape.com/academy/wine/.

In this podcast, our wine writer Thea Beckman sits down with Kyle Billings, an experienced wine lover and founder of the app, TrueWine.io. Kyle has a ton of really helpful wine knowledge that can help beginners make important buying decisions when shopping for the perfect wine for any meal or occasion, even if that occasion is a Tuesday.

In this podcat, you'll learn about:
0:00​ - Intro
0:58 - How to find a wine you’ll like
2:25 - What you can learn from a wine label
3:03 - Differences in wine labeling around the world
5:32 - Is expensive wine always better?
7:02 - What to look for when shopping for wine
8:00 - What is the TrueWine iOS app and why you should check it out

We hope you liked this podcast (don't forget to subscribe) and that you now feel more confident when shopping for wine and reading wine labels! Next time you’re perusing the shelves of your local wine seller you’ll know what’s most important to look out for.

Read more: https://www.brainscape.com/academy/how-to-buy-wine-online/

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJYGz0yWjkY&t=37s


#buyingwine #winelabels #truewine #wineknowledge