How to Find Hidden Gem Wines Before Everyone Else w/ Amy Yancey (Part 2)

Ep 171Some of the best wines are the ones most people have never heard of. In part two of this conversation with Certified Sommelier and Pocket Somm founder Amy Yancey, we dig into how she finds thoughtfully made wines that fly under the radar. Amy explains why she prefers the term agrarian over labels like natural, organic, or biodynamic, what she looks for when choosing producers, and the clues that can lead you toward hidden gem wines you might otherwise overlook.We also take a deep dive into grower Champagne, including what makes it different from the big Champagne houses, why Champagne costs so much, and why Meunier deserves more attention. Amy shares how importers can help you discover great bottles, how she finds under-the-radar wines that overdeliver for the price, and how she introduces wine drinkers to grapes, regions, and producers they may have never encountered before.You’ll also hear why expensive doesn’t necessarily mean better, how perceived scarcity can drive wine prices, and why exploring beyond familiar grapes and regions can lead to some of the most exciting bottles you’ll drink.Don’t miss part 1 of my episode with Amy Yancey: What Happens When a Sommelier Loses Her Sight?Connect with Amy:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pocketsommgvl/Website: https://www.pocketsommgvl.com/Use code CORKFIZZ for $15 off your first order when you sign up for the subscription wine club! https://shop-pocket-somm.myshopify.com/Episode Highlights:Agrarian vs. natural, organic, and biodynamic wineHow to find hidden gem winesWhat makes grower Champagne differentWhy Champagne is so expensiveLesser-known grapes of ChampagneUsing wine importers to discover new bottlesWhy Meunier Champagne is worth seeking outWhen expensive wine isn't worth the priceWhat did you think of the episode? Text me!Support the showDon't Forget to Download my Free Wine Tasting Guide!  - https://www.corkandfizz.com/free-wine-tasting-guide Connect with me:Cork and Fizz - https://www.corkandfizz.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/corkandfizz/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/corkandfizz/Email - [email protected] production and management by Liz Chapman