Ruffian
RT: Hello and welcome to CorkRules!
I’m your host Robert Tas along with Emily Gutierrez sommelier from the Ruffian, a super cool neighborhood wine bar located in the hip East Village.
Hello Emily, thanks for being here on CorkRules, - a podcast where we help simplify and demystify the wine lists at some of our favorite restaurants and wine bars. We talk with certified sommeliers, wine/food professionals who point out interesting bottles, classic food and wine pairings, hidden gems, value wines, or splurge wines that will take your experience over the top.
EG: Thank you so excited to be here.
RT: Emily, I’m super thrilled to talk about the Ruffian and their super curated wine list. But before we jump in, can you tell us a little about you?
EG: (How long you’ve worked there, how you got connect, in the business, fun fact, etc.)
RT: So Ruffian sounds like a super cool spot, an intimate setting with a fabulous vibe. Not too mention you have great food/snacks as well. Can you tell us a little more about Ruffian?
EG: (Give a little history, overview of the place, vibe, etc.)
RT: So great! I’m wish I had a place like that in my neighorhood. Ok, so let’s pivot and talk about your wine lists. You all have curated some very unique producers from all over the world – Turkey, Lebanon, Hungary, Solvaki, Croatia, Greece, with super unique choices from all around the world? Oh, and some from France, Spain and Italy too. So tell us about this super unique list?
EG: (Give a list overview, how you all think about curating the list. Name a couple of producers, be specific.)
RT: Very cool. Anything on your list that’s a must try?
EG: (Name 1-2 wines that are a little nerdy, be specific).
RT: Awesome. How about something off the beaten path. Help push me palate.
EG: (Name 1-2 unique wine, be specific).
RT: Fabulous. How about if I’m celebrating something special?
EG: (Name 1-2 baller wines, be specific).
RT: Those are fabulous suggestions. Emily it has been a pleasure to talk with you about Ruffian’s very cool and eclectic wine list. I am looking forward to stopping by for a glass or two soon.
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