A Sommelier Tastes Beer & Chocolate: Lauren Gay of Tender Mercy (Ep. 40)
In this episode Advanced Cicerone David Nilsen talks with Lauren Gay, a Certified Sommelier and the wine director and general manager at Sueño and Tender Mercy in Dayton, Ohio. Lauren is passionate about hospitality and just really great wine, and you can hear her enthusiasm as she discusses her journey as a Somm, what she loves about the tasting experience, and how she extends that experience to her guests. Along the way, David & Lauren taste two excellent beers and three bean to bar chocolates to get a unique perspective on the flavors of each from seasoned wine expert.