Learn with Lisa

Expand your wine knowledge with these fun and informative short videos

Sommelier Secrets of Blind Tasting

Lisa turns blind tasting into a fun and approachable process. Learn about appearance, aroma, flavors, and structure. Download the handout so you can taste along.

Tasting the Finish

The Princeton Club of Hilton Head learns how to taste the finish of Castaño Solanera Viñas Viejas 2017. Sip along at home and try it for yourself! (1 minute 40 seconds)

Testing for Tannins

Lisa teaches the Princeton Club of Hilton Head a fun trick to find out how tannic a red wine is. Get ready for purple teeth! (1 minute 30 seconds)

How to Open Sparkling Wine

Lisa teaches the Association of Princeton Graduate Alumni the sommelier approved method for opening sparkling wine. It’s hands on! (2 minutes)

Great Taste, Good Value Wines

Lisa explains how to find excellent and affordable wines. (1 minute 25 seconds)

Best Temperatures for Serving Wine

Lisa discusses the best serving temperatures for sparkling, white, rose, and red wines. You might be surprised that even big reds benefit from a little chill! (1 minute 37 seconds)

Are Wines Supposed to Age?

Lisa discusses whether that bottle you just picked up should age before drinking. Bottoms up! (2 minutes 30 seconds)