If you've ever been curious about wine or if you find it intimidating, today's

podcast is for you. Even if you are not a big wine drinker, this podcast can help

you learn more about it so that you can make better choices when hosting dinner parties, attending business dinners, or going on first dates.

It is with great pleasure that I introduce today's distinguished guest.

She is a trailblazer, an award-winning wine writer, speaker, and consultant whose expertise

transcends reg regions and cultures.

Julia Koney's journey in the wine world is nothing short of extraordinary.

As the wine consultant for American Airlines,

she is redefining the skies as we know them one

glass at a time. Julia doesn't stop there. She is the founder of Black Wine

Professionals, a driving force behind a movement that aims to amplify the voices of multifaceted

black professionals in the wine industry.

She is the wine consultant for Sweet July magazine and just a catalyst for change.

Her work has been featured in numerous print and digital publications and I need you to know that

I'm not sure if I had more fun, I've ever had more fun doing a podcast interview as I had doing this one.

I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did.

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