Do you sometimes feel intimidated by wine? You’re not alone. But what if I told you that wine is more accessible than you think? Meet Chasity Cooper, a Chicago-based wine writer and entrepreneur who’s been shaking up the wine world. With a background in marketing and a passion for wine that took her from Syracuse University to the vineyards of Spain, Chasity has carved out a unique space in this industry. She’s not just an incredible wine culture expert but also a champion for diversity and inclusion. Today, Chasity shares her journey into wine and the challenges faced by people of color and women in the wine industry. We also talk about her insights on the natural wine movement, the impact of social media on wine culture, the importance of sustainability in winemaking and more. Let’s jump right in!   Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Meet Chasity Cooper (01:15) What is natural wine and its impact on the industry? (02:48) How Chasity fell in love with wine (10:36) Challenges for women and people of color in the wine industry (14:20) Social media’s role in educating new generations of wine drinkers (26:26) Sustainability in winemaking and its growing importance (34:13) Empowering wine drinkers to explore beyond familiar labels (38:58) Celebrating black women in the food and beverage industry (46:29) The non-threatening nature of wine (51:37) Wine is the Best Medicine: Q&A challenge (55:05)   Additional Resources: 👉Learn more about Wine Talks: https://www.winetalkspodcast.com/ 👉Watch the YouTube full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EcE_nUpOKHY&list=PLVPoDzlH3_n8rqmofwcCQvOi_3Ci66bu_ 👉Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WineTalksPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 👉Follow Chasity on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bychasitycooper/ 👉Check out Chasity’s wine blog: https://chasitycooper.com/wine-blog   Watch or listen to this episode: 👉Kira Ballotta’s approach to wine: https://youtu.be/kVsc7gJ2Nn4   Let’s Connect: 🔸IG: https://www.instagram.com/winetalkspodcast/ 🔸LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-kalemkiarian-a792914 – Wine Talks with Paul K is the ultimate podcast for serious wine lovers who want to know everything about the wine business. Whether you’re a novice or an expert, this podcast will introduce you to the wonderful world of wine, one story at a time. Follow Wine Talks with Paul K on your favorite podcast platform so you won’t miss an episode!