In this extended interview, Forrest Kelly talks with Master Sommelier Ian Cauble about the passion, discipline, and sensory skill required to become one of the world’s top wine experts. Becoming a Master Sommelier Why only about 3% of candidates pass the Master Sommelier exam The three components of the exam: ,Theory, Blind tasting, Service Why sommeliers must master wine, spirits, geography, culture, and hospitality Discovering Wine The meal that changed Cauble’s life:Sauvignon Blanc, goat cheese, basil, and tomato Early experiences working in Portugal’s Douro Valley Traveling the world discovering wine regions and food cultures Wine Culture & Global Wine Laws How European appellation systems like AOC, DOC, and DOCG protect authenticity Why irrigation is illegal in many French vineyards The problem of global wine counterfeiting Wine Philosophy Why wine should be approachable rather than intimidating How a great sommelier helps guests spend money wisely Why wine can tell a story about place, history, and geology The Caubleist Ian Cauble’s curated wine platform that features: Small-production wines Organic and biodynamic producers Daily wine recommendations Private wine sourcing and cellar consulting @thebestwinepodDiscover More from The Best 5 Minute Podcast Network:Wine PodcastMusic PodcastTravel Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.