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Channel/Life Update – Episode #44

  In this episode of WWTV, I give you and update on what I’ve been doing the past few months! Links for the show: I started an official Merchandise store! Check it out here! Want to know what stuff I use to make WWTV? Click

General Updates for the Year – Episode #472

In this episode of 1337 Wine TV, Mark gives some updates on what’s been happening recently with him and the show. He talks about his upcoming trip to Oregon, new equipment he’s purchased, drones, workflow, Texsom, etc. No review for this show, but he’ll be

The Core of the Matter – Episode #402

In the episode of 1337 Wine TV, Mark returns with more of an update episode rather than an actual review. He talks about his time at the San Antonio Cocktail Conference, his impending heart valve operation and how you can help by donating to defray

My Adventures at TEXSOM 2016

So a few weeks ago I attended my 7th TEXSOM. My first one was in 2010 when I also passed my Intro Sommelier Exam. I’ve been going ever since. This is my 3rd straight year participating as a volunteer. And this is my second time

Texas’ Best Sommelier Competition 2014

I am a Sommelier. Not because I’ve earned a pin that says I’m certifiable certified from the Court of Master Sommeliers. It’s in my job title. But even before my current job, I was the sommelier at those other jobs. But at those places I

Experiencing TexSom 2014

This is a copy of my post on the San Antonio Sommelier Association’s website. Please visit SASA for more information about our organization. TexSom 2014 – The Texas Sommelier Conference For our first post here on SASA I thought I’d share my experience at TexSom.

2014 – The Year Ahead

As I sit here in Jury Duty at the Bexar County Courthouse, I figured this is as good a time as any to talk about my plans for 2014 and 1337 Wine. And instead of doing a recap of 2013, I thought I’d rather look

The Test – Taking the Certified Sommelier Exam

Hello everyone. So in lieu of a video this week (and basically the month) I thought I’d write about my experience with the Certified Sommelier Exam from the Court of Master Sommeliers. And just because it’s a written post, don’t think it won’t take you