Crush It Wine Education

01/19/2025

LIVE CLASS: January 23, 2025!
We started our Wine Society 3 years ago, and we have taken our members all over the world and highlighted some of the best regions the United States has to offer. As two Santa Barbara natives we were lucky to grow up with one of the most unique wine areas in the world right in our backyard. Santa Barbara County boasts a wide variety of micro-climates that grow an amazing selection of wines. It has everything, from the cool Sta. Rita Hills growing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay to the hot and dry reaches of Happy Canyon growing Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc. In this class we will hand select 3 bottles that highlight what makes this region so special and demonstrate why this should be everyone's first choice to visit in California.

Class price includes 3 bottles of wine, live virtual class, recording of the class available the next day and handmade class materials.

LIVE CLASS: January 23, 2025 We started our Wine Society 3 years ago, and we have taken our members all over the world and highlighted some of the best regions the United States has to offer. As two Santa Barbara natives we were lucky to grow up with one of the most unique wine areas in the world ri...

03/12/2024

We have to admit this class may have been a little selfish on our part. We have been dreaming about doing a class on the Basque regions for years and it is finally here! The Basque Country wine region is an autonomous community in northern Spain. This particular area of the wine world is not only beautiful, but has a culture as unique as the varieties of wine they produce. We can’t wait to taste with you and teach you about what makes this region special. We have 3 different wines from each of 3 different wine regions in Basque. Be prepared for mind boggling spellings, crisp and refreshing wines, and some new dishes to put in your arsenal for your next dinner party.

Class price includes 3 bottles of wine, live virtual class, recording of the class available the next day and handmade class materials.

LIVE CLASS: March 21st, 2024 We have to admit this class may have been a little selfish on our part. We have been dreaming about doing a class on the Basque regions for years and it is finally here! The Basque Country wine region is an autonomous community in northern Spain. This particular area of....

03/01/2024

Check out our all new events calendar! Keep up with the latest classes and events! We have some exciting new classes coming this year!

With wine classes for every level of wine lover from beginners who want to learn the basics of wine to seasoned wine tasters who want to brush up on their wine skills, we have something for everyone. Our wine shop is curated and each bottle comes with our custom wine tasting notes so you can learn w...

09/13/2023

Hi wine friends, it's been a little while since we re-introduced ourselves around here.

If you don't know, or you forgot because there is a lot going on in the world of the internet we're Julie and Allie and we're the owners of Crush It Wine Education.

Crush It has a few different fun things going on

👉 We've got an online wine shop with wines specifically curated by us from all over the world. We focus on small producers, women winemakers and sustainable growers. Not only are all the wines in our shop delicious, they're also super affordable and all come with info cards that breaks everything down for you so you really know what you're drinking.

👉 We've got a Wine Society which is basically just a fun way of saying an online wine club that ships you three bottles 6 times a year, each around a different theme. Each bundle of wines also comes with a virtual class, custom class materials and of course your wine society discount

👉 We have a podcast called CrushCast and in each episode we breakdown a different wine region, style or variety. We give you all the info that you need but then we also tell you a story around that topic too so you can learn more about the people and history behind these wines.

We've also got some other fun things like private tastings, blending parties, event buying services and some more fun options in the works.

Basically, we're wine nerds and we want to hang out with you and talk about wine. We've built our business to do just that and while we're still a small operation (it's really just the two of us!) but we're super excited to be hanging out with you.

So do us a favor, say hi, let us know what else you want to know about us, or better yet let us know what else you want to see from us!

Cheers!

09/08/2023

We've been working away on our upcoming class on Valle de Guadalupe and despite the fact that they are not as ubiquitous as tequila or beer we managed to track down some really fun wines for our class.

Check out the wines that will be featured in this class and and click on the link below to sign up to join us to learn more about Mexican wines. The live virtual class is on Thursday September 21st at 6:00pm, the price includes all 3 bottles and if for some reason you aren't able to join us live a recording of the class will be available after.

🍷 2022 Bodega de Santo Tomas Blanca Mexico Viognier

🍷 2020 Casta Natura Merlot

🍷 2018 Sierra Vita Inizio Red Blend

Cheers!

https://crush*twineeducation.com/products/wines-of-valle-de-guadalupe-class

09/07/2023

Our latest podcast episode is out today!! We are going to take you all to the little-known wine regions throughout Mexico.

Julie has a bottle of wine from one of the southernmost wine regions in the Northern Hemisphere.

Allie gives us insight into the history of winemaking in Mexico that started back in the 1500s.

We finish up our Pod by answering the question, "Why is it so hard to find Mexican Wine outside of Mexico?" Let's just say it is complicated. Move over beer and tequila, we are here for the Mexican wine.

Click the link below and start listening now! Cheers!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crushcast/id1628586457?i=1000626955319

08/25/2023

We're already gearing up for our next class and this time we're taking a little trip to Mexico. Specifically we're focusing on the Valle De Guadalupe and as we get everything ready we're getting more and more excited to talk to you guys about this region.

Mexico is not synonymous with wine, but some have gone as far as dubbing Valle de Guadalupe the “Napa Valley of Mexico.” One of the reasons it isn’t well known for wine is that their production is fairly low and the wines are not widely distributed outside of Mexico.

We have done all of the work for you and found 3 wines that represent the best qualities of Valle de Guadalupe and just how excellent this underrepresented wine region is in the world. Join us to discover just what makes this region so great, and why this should be at the top of your list for your next wine trip.

This includes class includes 3 bottles of wine, a live zoom class, and all the custom class materials.

It's gonna be a fun one, and we would love for you to join us! Click the link below to grab your spot now before it fills up!

https://crush*twineeducation.com/products/wines-of-valle-de-guadalupe-class

08/23/2023

Have you ever wanted to take a trip to the Basque Country?

We are breaking down all things Txakoli in our latest podcast episode, out today! This unique region is known for its beautiful seaside towns, unparalleled cuisine, and its superstar wine; Txakoli.

Allie is pouring a prime example, and telling us just how it became popular in the US. Julie has all the information to make you an expert on this wine, and its regions and origins.

Get ready to impress your friends, with a bottle of Txakoli. Or if you find it on a wine menu take a chance and get a glass. You won't be disappointed.

Click the link below to listen now and come sip along with us. Cheers!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crushcast/id1628586457

07/26/2023

It is summer and what better way to escape than to do a little island hopping in the Mediterranean?

We are exploring the isle of Corsica on this weeks podcast, also known as l'Île de Beauté, or Beautiful Island.

Allie grabbed a tasty red wine from a land dominated by rosé. Julie gives you a list of (very hard to pronounce) varieties and their diverse origins.

Then we tackle the argument, who does this island really belong to? Find out just what lengths people have gone to fight for this unique and beautiful place.

Find yourself a nice bottle of Corsican wine, head to the link below to listen and sip along with us. Cheers!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crushcast/id1628586457

07/12/2023

On this week's podcast we're talking about our favorite summer sipper, Vinho Verde.

Maybe you've tried this light, bright, slightly spritzy wine before but did you know that not all Vinho Verde is white? Or that the spritz is added in at the last minute and not all Vinho Verde wines have it?

In this episode Julie pours one of our favorites from our shop. Allie gives you all the details about how this 'green' wine region has many delicious options. And we end with the legendary Kingdom of Tartessos, and the Celtic connection to ancient Portugal.

Grab a glass of your favorite wine and join us. You can click the link below to start listening now!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crushcast/id1628586457

06/28/2023

On the podcast this week we're discussing all things Pinot Grigio. Or is it Pinot Gris?

We're breaking down the difference and the names this week and so much more.

And if you think Pinot Grigio has a bad reputation, has no flavor or is just something your Grandma wants to drink, think again. This reputation is real, just this past weekend I was at a wine tasting event and someone didn't want to taste a Pinot Gris for this exact reason. Turns out that Pinot Gris was one of my favorite wines in the line up!

We'll break down why this bad reputation exists and why you should absolutely still seek out this wine today.

Grab a glass of your favorite wine and join us. Click the link below to start listening now!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crushcast/id1628586457

06/14/2023

Hey Lovely Listeners! We thought we would give you all a sneak peek into what makes our Patreon a boozy good time. We pop bottles, talk pop culture, and dive into pretty much any story that involves wine and wine culture and this episode is no exception.

In this still timely episode from August of 2022 we discuss branded wine, English sparkling and how climate change is affecting the wine industry. Surprisingly it's got its bad sides and it's good sides.

As always, grab a glass of something fun and sip along with us. You can click the link below to start listening now.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crushcast/id1628586457

And if you want to help support our small, independent podcast please consider joining our Patreon! --> www.patreon.com/CrushCast
Cheers!

06/08/2023

Have you guys tried Verdelho before? It's a dry, medium acid white wine and we think it's the perfect option as we move into the summer season. So let's break it down a little and see if this is a wine for you.

🍇Where's It From / Why Haven't I Heard of It?

Verdelho is originally from Portugal and while it is used in some white blend there it is actually most famous for its use in the blend of Madeira. Madeira is a fortified wine made on the Portuguese Madeira Islands off the coast of Africa.

🍇Enter Australia

Outside of Portugal and fortified wines Verdelho is actually not grown many other places with Australia being the big exception. In fact at one point it was Australia's most planted white grape before Chardonnay topped the charts.

🍇What's it Taste Like?

Verdelho is light in body and has medium to high acidity and can be made into both dry and sweet varieties (see Madeira). Common tasting notes are lemon, citrus and pear along with Gooseberry, pineapple, ginger, honeydew, and brazil nut.

🍇What should I Pair It With?

Verdelho is great to sip all on it's own but it can also pair well with a range of dishes from oysters to fresh salads, fish tacos or spanish tapas, especially those that incorporate smoked ham.

🍇Where Can I Grab a Bottle to Try for Myself?

We have a favorite in our shop right now from the Margaret region of Western Australia. We're a little bit obsessed with how good this wine is and we definitely think you should try it.

👉 Have you tried Verdelho wines? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below! And if you want to try one for yourself click the link below to check out our wine shop.

https://crush*twineshop.com/products/2020-ashbrook-estate-verdelho

06/01/2023

Just in time for this somewhat chilly start of summer our podcast episode this week is all about Carbonic Maceration Wines.

These typically red wines are lighter, fruitier, chillable and ultimately crushable wines that are prefect for the start of summer.

In this week's episode we nerd out on how these wines are made and even give you a little bit of the history about how this process started and why it was created in the first place.

Plus, we have a very unique wine to taste with you this week, because who has ever heard of a carbonic white wine.

Click the link in our bio, grab a glass of your favorite wine, and join us this week! Cheers!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crushcast/id1628586457

05/11/2023

There's still time to shop our Rosé Sale! Mix and Match any two bottles and get 20% off your order.

If you're looking for the perfect gift for Mother's Day look no further, grab a couple of bottles, add on a candle or corkscrew, or both cause it's your mom!

Click the link in our bio to shop now through Sunday May 14th!

https://crush*twineshop.com/pages/mothers-day-rose-sale

05/05/2023

For our May Wine Society Class we're going to take a tour of California's wine regions.

California produces 81% of all the wines in the United States and if it was it's own country it would be the 4th largest wine producer in the world.

Which means we can't cover everything about California wine in one class. But this month we're going to take you on a tour of a few of the different unique wine regions that make up this massive state.

So, we did our homework and picked 3 unique areas from all corners of the state and the wines that best represent them. We hope you are prepared for a little bit of adventure bottle by bottle.

This includes class includes 3 bottles of California Wine, a live zoom class, and all the custom class materials.

It's gonna be a fun one, and we would love for you to join us! Click the link below and grab your spot now before it fills up!

https://crush*twineshop.com/products/tour-of-california-wine-class

05/03/2023

Our latest podcast episode is out today!

In this episode, we explore our home turf in Santa Barbara County. It's home to some of the most uniquely situated vineyard sites in the world. Not only that, it boasts a concentrated amount of micro-climates and an abundance of wine varieties.

Allie fills you in on the history of home winemakers and their legacy. Join us as we sip a favorite wine from the Santa Ynez Valley. Tune in to get all details about one of the most beautiful places in the world.

Click the link below to start listening now!
Cheers!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crushcast/id1628586457

05/02/2023

Give the gift of wine this Mother's Day to your mom, your grandma, your step-mom, or that really maternal friend that you have. Because nothing says I love you more than wine and everyone loves rosé.

Mix and Match any 2 or more bottles of rosé and get 20% off your order. You can add on any other wines you would like as well as a wine bottle candle or a Crush It Wine Education Corkscrew.

Mother's Day is Sunday May 14th so click the link below to start shopping now!

https://crush*twineshop.com/pages/mothers-day-rose-sale