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Weathering the Storm: Western NC Wine and Hurricane Helene
by Matt Kemberling on Mar 20th, 2025
  
  • Podcast
  
  • Cork Talk Season 7
  • Crest of the Blue Ridge
...In this episode of Cork Talk, we explore the impact of Hurricane Helene on North Carolina's wine industry. Hear firsthand stories of resilience and recovery from local wineries and vineyards. Discover how the community has faced challenges and adapte...
Best of Cork Talk: Dover Vineyards
by Matt Kemberling on Feb 19th, 2025
  
  • Podcast
  
  • Cork Talk Season 7
...We're featuring another Best of Cork Talk episode, this time it's our discussion with Elizabeth Anne Dover Bishop from The Farm at Dover Vineyards in Concord, NC! Our original interview was back in 2020 and was our first one that we did in a remote s...
Creating American Fine Wine
by Matt Kemberling on Jan 15th, 2025
  
  • Podcast
  
  • Cork Talk Season 7
  • muscadine
...Our first episode of our 7th season features Erik Martella from Erik Martella Wines! Erik has a formal education in chemistry and an extensive background in winemaking in California. When he moved to the Southeast, he became fascinated by the concept...
Looking Back at 2024
by Matt Kemberling on Dec 18th, 2024
  
  • Podcast
  
  • Cork Talk Season 6
...In this episode, we gathered four special guests to help us have an engaging discussion as we remember 2024. You'll hear from Dave Nirshi author of Vino-Sphere, Arthur Barham creator of Merlot2Muscadine, Natalie Hampton author of Tarheel Taps and Cor...
About Us
by Matt Kemberling on Nov 23rd, 2024
    
...Joe Brock & Matt Kemberling Hi, we're Joe and Matt! We are two passionate enthusiasts of North Carolina’s finest wines, meads, ciders, and all things local. Based in the Winston-Salem area, we have the perfect launchpad to explore the rich tapestry o...
Revisiting Jones von Drehle Vineyards
by Matt Kemberling on Nov 18th, 2024
  
  • Podcast
  
  • Cork Talk Season 6
  • Yadkin Valley
...This episode we go back to the beginning and revisit Jones von Drehle Vineyards in Thurmond, NC! Jones von Drehle was our first episode that we ever recorded. This time, we visited the vineyard when they had a special Sip and Savor wine and food even...
2025 #NCWine Digital Media Summit Featured Speaker
by Matt Kemberling on Oct 19th, 2024
    
...We are thrilled to introduce our 2025 Featured Speaker! Felicia Trujillo brings a wealth of experience and knowledge and is an energetic and engaging speaker. Felicia Trujillo Felicia Trujillo is the CEO and founder of Food Seen, a boutique marketing...
Best of Cork Talk: Junius Lindsay Vineyard
by Matt Kemberling on Oct 15th, 2024
  
  • Podcast
  
  • Cork Talk Season 6
  • Yadkin Valley
...This month we have another Best of Cork Talk episode, featuring Michael Zimmerman of Junius Lindsay Vineyard in Welcome, NC! In this episode, we pay tribute to Michael who passed away on September 12, 2024. Over the years, we grew to appreciate our f...
Sparkling in the High Country
by Matt Kemberling on Sep 16th, 2024
  
  • Podcast
  
  • Appalachian High Country AVA
  • Cork Talk Season 6
...This episode features Dylan and Nicole Tatum from Grandfather Vineyard & Winery in Banner Elk, NC! Dylan and Nicole tell us about how Grandfather Vineyard got started back in 2003. Over time, they found that hybrid grape varieties thrive in the coole...
Home 2024
by Matt Kemberling on Sep 1st, 2024
    
...Hi, we're Joe and Matt We're dedicated enthusiasts exploring and promoting North Carolina Wine, Mead, and Cider. Through our travels, we visit local wineries, vineyards, and cideries, sharing their experiences and insights to elevate the state’s wine...