Hayley Hamilton Cogill
Location
Lake Las Vegas, Nevada
School
Texas Christian University
Expertise
Wine And Spirits, Spanish Wine, Wine And Film Pairing
- Hayley has traveled to the world's finest wine regions and interviewed producers while tasting some of the best wines ever made.
- Hayley and her husband, Emmy award-winning film critic Gary Cogill, co-host the podcast "Cogill Wine and Film: A Perfect Pairing," sharing their mutual love of wine and film.
- In 2020, Hayley followed in her restaurateur family's footsteps to launch Hawaii Uncorked, a personal chef and catering company serving the Big Island of Hawaii.
Experience
Hayley is an award-winning wine, spirits, and wine country travel writer and television contributor. After spending a decade as an executive in the television industry, Hayley left her position as vice president with the Nielsen Company to pursue her interests within the wine industry. She spent ten years writing the wine and spirits column for D Magazine in Dallas, Texas, while running Dallas Uncorked, a successful 501c3 not-for-profit wine education organization. Hayley became the weekly wine contributor for the regional Texas television shows "The Broadcast" and "Texas Daily" in 2012, moving to KXAS-TV/NBC DFW in 2016. In 2014, she was invited to join the Dallas chapter of the prestigious food, beverage, and hospitality organization Les Dames Escoffier and served on the board the following year. Telling the stories behind the world's great wines drives Hayley's everyday life, which she shares on her award-winning blog, Red Wine With Breakfast.com. When asked what her favorite wine is, she often says, "The wine in my glass right now," as every glass is an adventure.
Education
Hayley received her Bachelor of Arts in History from Texas Christian University. She is a Level 2 Certified Sommelier through the International Sommelier Guild, a Certified Specialist of Wine through the Society of Wine Educators, and a Spanish Wine Scholar, receiving accreditation with the highest honors.
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Stories By Hayley Hamilton Cogill
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There are so many different rosés out there that finding the perfect one may seem impossible. A certified sommelier shares which bottles are worth buying.
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Costco's low prices make it a great place to buy fresh produce. While some of the store's fruits and veggies are must-buys, others are better left on the shelf.
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Canned chicken is a versatile and shelf-stable protein to keep in your pantry. We reviewed many different brands and decided which one came out on top.
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Wine and dessert are a classic pairing. But what wine goes with what dessert? From sherry to carrot cake, we share our favorite combinations.
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There's a perfect wine variety to complement any type of potato chip that may grace the snack table at your next party. We provide some expert pairing advice.
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If you're a fan of Empress 1908 Indigo Gin and want to learn more about the brand's newest flavor, here's our review of Empress 1908 Elderberry Rose Gin.
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Just because you don't have tickets to the big game doesn't mean you can't experience the Super Bowl in Las Vegas style.
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Combining the flavor of Doritos with alcohol may seem like a risky bet, but the new collaboration from spirits company Empirical is a masterclass in distilling.
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Spanish food is great but don't overlook Spanish drinks. These are some of the best Spanish drinks, from Rioja and cava to chocolate caliente and rebujitos.
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After fresh tomatoes, canned tomatoes are the next best thing. This ranking will help you find the tastiest canned tomatoes and avoid the less-appealing ones.
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While a great bourbon is delicious by itself, there are plenty of ways to make it even better. Read on for a list of our favorite techniques.
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Everyone has their favorite Costco deals, and for many, the wide range of affordable wines is impossible to beat. We ranked 23 popular brands you can purchase.
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Looking to serve good wines to friends and family at home, but on a budget? Our Certified Sommelier is here with Kirkland Signature options from Costco.
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Smirnoff's latest holiday vodka is here. But how does their new Red, White & Merry vodka stack up to the competition. We review Smirnoff's latest creation.
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From designating a driver to rinsing your glass, we present invaluable suggestions that will keep your wine-tasting excursion from going sideways.
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Whether you're preparing a dish of creamy lobster ravioli or a simple pasta salad, we present the perfect wine selections to accompany your meal.
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The Russian River Valley is a coastal appellation in California with unique wines that should be on your radar. Here's what you need to know.
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There's not much more refreshing than an cool ice cream cocktail, and these liquors are the absolute best to have on hand to get your icy booze on.
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We tested three easy-to-find flavors to see which Clamato makes the best michelada cocktail recipe. Here are our results.
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For many grocery stores, the produce section is their showcase, the first thing customers see. From Kroger to Whole Foods to Sprout's, we rank the very best.
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Trader Joe's has plenty of affordable Reserve wine options, but even at low prices, are they actually worth it? We tested and ranked them to find out.
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We spoke with several winemakers and owners, each creating remarkable selections from the valley. Many brands are making wines that should be on your radar.
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Popcorn is great, but it's also a blank canvas. Paint a flavorful masterpiece with bacon salt, truffles, pickle flavoring or these other exceptional seasonings.
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Sandwiches and wine are a match made in heaven, but the duo isn't always perfect unless you know just how to pair them. We're here to help you with that.
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Love grabbing drinks with friends, but don't want to have too much alcohol? Try ordering a rossini, a radler, a hugo spritz or these other low-alcohol drinks.
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In the mood to make a Bloody Mary? With so many mix options, we tasted nearly two dozen to determine which has the best mix of tomato and spiciness.
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Looking to indulge in a meat lover's paradise in Texas? Discover the best with our comprehensive ranking of the 26 best steakhouses in Dallas.