Working in Wine
I got my first job when I was thirteen, washing glasses at a downtown bar in Salem, Massachusetts. I don’t know why they hired me, as I was the most unlikely …
Why Does Keith Hate Prosecco?
Exploring the World of Bubbles with Keith Wallace and Alana ZerbeIn the latest episode of After Wine School, hosts Keith Wallace and Alana Zerbe take listeners on an effervescent journey through …
Wine on a Budget: Five Hot Spots
Wine is about grapes, and grapes are about real estate. It’s not that different than renting an apartment. You get more home for your money in Port Richmond than in Rittenhouse. …
Uncorking the Truth: A Deep Dive into Wine Reviews
Listen to this podcast episode by clicking here!Let’s be honest: wine reviews are weird.They read like poetry written by hungry chemists. They score wines on a 100-point scale, but no one …
Wine Reviews by Keith Wallace
Keith’s reviews are far from traditional. Besides being a winemaker, educator, and critic, Wallace offers a unique and unbiased viewpoint on wine assessment. His reviews are not airy or mastermind praise …
What Sommeliers Get Wrong About Wine
Over the past three decades, we have been working to push sommeliers out of the restaurant and into the broader world of wine. And we have been exceptionally successful! With the …
Find Your Inner Sommelier
Free Wine Education!Are you a cork dork who dreams of being a wine geek? Learning about wine comes in many forms, and plenty of free resources exist. There are some excellent …
The High Price of Restaurant Wine, Explained.
Ever wonder why wine is so damn expensive at a restaurant? Ever notice that the cost is at least triple what you pay at a wine shop? Does this feel like …
The Dark Arts of Wine Marketing: Behind the Scenes of Rosé’s Rise
The world of wine marketing is often shrouded in mystery, with strategies as intricate as a well-aged Bordeaux. On a recent episode of After School: The Wine Podcast (listen to the …
Lawyers, Guns and Vineyards
Here’s a glimpse of our latest episode, filled with surprising career twists, cultural connections, and, of course, a deep dive into a fantastic bottle of wine. Enjoy! Check out the podcast …
The Down-and-Dirty Secrets of Wine Pricing.
On today’s podcast episode, Keith and Alana uncover the down-and-dirty secrets of wine pricing. From understanding why some bottles cost more than others to knowing when to splurge and when to …
Chardonnay vs. the World
Welcome to After Wine School, the podcast that demystifies wine and makes it approachable for everyone. Hosted by Keith Wallace, founder of the Wine School of Philadelphia, and Alana Zerbe, its …
Thought Leaders in the Wine Scene
By Geoffrey CainAs an author, sommelier, and former journalist, I’ve carved out an unusual niche in the world of wine: I turn my fellow sommeliers and winemakers into thought leaders. Books, …
Classic French Wines Podcast!
Exploring the Wines of FranceIn this episode, we dive into one of the most celebrated wine regions in the world: France. From the storied hills of Burgundy to the sun-soaked vineyards …
Mo Bubbles Mo Troubles
Welcome to After Wine SchoolWelcome to After Wine School, the podcast that demystifies wine and makes it approachable for everyone. Hosted by Keith Wallace and Alana Zerbe, two of the nation’s …
Local Wine Schools for the Freaks & Geeks!
Raising a Glass to Local Wine Shops: A Celebration of Our GraduatesThis Friday marks our semi-annual “Freaks & Geeks” members-only event, and as preparations come together, I can’t help but reflect …