Wine Enthusiast Podcast
The Wine Enthusiast Podcast takes you on a tantalizing trip into the world of wine, beer and spirits. Drink up engaging, behind-the-scenes stories reported and recorded by Wine Enthusiast's editors. In each episode, we explore emerging trends, provide educational tidbits, and introduce you to the passionate people who craft, shake, ferment, and pour their beverage of choice. Inside every bottle is a story.
Episodes
Episode 218: I Transitioned at the Peak of My Wine Career—and Wine Tastes Different Now
We're joined by Tyler Balliet, a wine pro who has spent 20 years changing the way Millennials and Gen Z experience wine. (Remember Rosé Mansion? Yeah, she started that.) She's also one of the few out trans women in the wine industry. We chatted with Tyler about how her transition–and hormone replacement therapy, specifically–has changed the way she experiences wine, and revealed to her how the ind
Episode 217: Australia's Most Coveted Wine Has No Website, Tasting Room, or Marketing
On this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we chat with WE Australia reviewer Christina Pickard on the myth and magic surrounding Wendouree. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.com. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Go to WineEnthusiast
Episode 216: If ACOTAR Taught Us Anything, It's 'Don't Drink the Faerie Wine'
On this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we chatted with Spirits Podcast co-hosts Amanda McLoughlin and Julia Schifini about all things Faerie wine. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.com. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Go to Wine
Episode 215: Moscato d'Asti Is the Moment
Consorzio dell'Asti DOCG director Giacomo Pondini lets us in on why Moscato d'Asti is so much more than a "sweet wine." Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.com. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Go to WineEnthusiast.com for the latest bevera
Episode 214: Is Oregon the Champagne of America?
On this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we spoke with WE writer-at-large Michael Alberty about "Method Oregon" and the state's top-notch sparklers. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.com. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Go to Wine
Episode 213: What's Next for the Wine Importer Who Took Down the Trump Tariffs at the Supreme Court?
Amazon or Walmart didn't defeat the tariffs. Victor Schwartz, the small New York-based wine importer who founded VOS Selections, filed suit shortly after they were announced. He took the case all the way to Supreme Court and won. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.com. Remember to rate and review us
Episode 212: After 10 Grammy Wins, Norah Jones' Pivot to Wine Is Hitting the Right Notes
With ten Grammy wins and twenty nominations, it's safe to say that Norah Jones has had a successful career in the music industry. The epitome of a multi-hyphenate artist, Jones has released nine solo albums, made appearances in movies like Wong Kar Wai's My Blueberry Nights and Seth McFarlane's Ted, and now hosts her own podcast, "Norah Jones Is Playing Along." Recently, Jones added another hyphe
Episode 211: Everyone in Hollywood Has a Spirit Brand—But Are They Making Any Money?
After months of debate over who should win "Best Actor," "Best Actress," and "Best Picture" (and "Best Film Editing," for all you cinephiles out there), the results will finally be announced this Sunday evening at the 98th Academy Awards ceremony, allowing us to finally fill out our Oscars bingo cards. But for many movie stars, the end of awards season means they can ramp up outside business ven
Episode 210: Meet the Somm Who Brought Wine to Life in 'Drops of God'
Seb Pradal is a wine Renaissance man—a vin-aissance man, you could say. An acclaimed French sommelier and owner of the Parisian restaurant La Petite Régalade, Pradal also co-owns a wine-importing company that operates in Mexico and Colombia while simultaneously working as a viticultural consultant on estates in Burgundy, Bordeaux, and the Rhône Valley. As if that weren't enough to keep his iCal f
Episode 209: Ashley Graham Upended the Fashion World. Next Up? Wine
Supermodel Ashley Graham has already changed the fashion world, and now she's setting her sights on Lambrusco. She joins us this week on the podcast to introduce her newest venture, Lucci: a crisp, fruit-forward Lambrusco. We chatted with the supermodel about the winemaking process, her favorite foods to pair with Lambrusco, Valentine's Day plans, and why the wine world is ripe for disrupting. Is
Episode 208: Super Bowl Champion Will Blackmon Proves That Wine and Football Belong Together
Wine and football have been on the same team for some time now, with notable players like Charles Woodson, Drew Bledsoe, and Dan Marino stepping into the world. Joining that lineup is Will Blackmon, former Super Bowl champion, 12-year NFL veteran, and founder of Blackmon Cellars and The Wine MVP. Will approached wine the same way he approached football: with total commitment. He immersed himself
Episode 207: Sobriety Looks a Little Different for This Sommelier
According to Abe Zarate, known as @sober_somm on Instagram, "sobriety" can mean different things for different people. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.com. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. Go to WineEnthusiast.com for the latest beverage
Episode 206: Our Resident Cocktail Expert Predicts the Biggest Drink Trends of 2026
From sensory maximalism to heightened drink-flation, we predict the drink trends that could be heading our way in 2026. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.com. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. Go to WineEnthusiast.com for the latest beverag
Episode 205: We Reviewed 25,000 Wines This Year—These Are the Top 3
It's officially the best time of the year—and we're not talking about the holidays. We just dropped The Enthusiast 100, the mother of all year-end wine lists. Every year, our reviewers blind-taste 25,000 wines from all over the world. This annual list, ranked from 100 to 1, celebrates the bottles that impressed us the most in 2025. For this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we sat down with
Episode 204: An Insider's Guide to the Best Drinks at Disney World
You don't have to be a Disney adult to enjoy the growing wine and spirits scene at Disney World. Listen to learn all about Disney's best drinks and all the pro tips you need—including where to watch the fireworks with a martini in hand. We're joined by two professional Disney enthusiasts: AJ Wolfe, author of Disney Adults and the creator of Disney Food Blog, and Shay Spence, a food and travel con
Episode 203: Two Decades in, Bravo Is a Window Into How America Drinks
Over the past 20 years, Bravo has secured a firm grasp on the reality TV landscape—but it's not just a one-way screen. It's a mirror, too. Drinking culture has evolved dramatically, and that shift is clearly reflected in the Bravo universe. In this episode. Wine Enthusiast and Elissa Halperin (writer, producer and Bravo superfan) explore the history of alcohol on Bravo—and the way it mirrors broad
Episode 202: 'Witchy' Winemaking Traditions Date Back Millennia
On this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we sit down with historian Julia Schifini of Spirits Podcast to discuss the deep roots of spiritual winemaking practices. Go to WineEnthusiast.com for the latest beverage industry coverage and all the tools you need to bring your love of wine to life. And wait, there's more! Get over 70% OFF the original cover price by subscribing to Wine Enthusiast
Episode 201: You Should All Be Drinking Vino Nobile di Montepulciano
It's hard to stand out in a field of giants, and when it comes to Tuscan wine, the landscape is populated by Titans. But Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, crafted from the Sangiovese grape planted around the tiny town of Montepulciano, has always managed to catch the eye of connoisseurs. From a Renaissance poet who declared it the king of all wines to the 20th-century legislators who named it alongsi
Episode 200: Why Is Oregon Producing So Many High-Quality, Affordable Wines?
One of the biggest misconceptions people have about wine is that the more you spend on a bottle, the better it will be. The truth is, there is astounding value to be discovered from wine regions around the world, and you can find great bottles for $20 or less. You just need to know where to look. Wine Enthusiast's recently published 2025 Top 100 Best Buys list featured a high number of wines from
Episode 199: In Defense of Grocery Store Wines
In this week's podcast episode, we sit down with Wine Enthusiast Writer-at-Large Emily Saladino to talk Trader Joe's, Costco, Tyler, the Creator, and more. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.com. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. Go to WineE
Episode 198: It's Time to Retire These Wine Terms
The way we talk about wine is important. Language is a living, evolving thing that changes to suit shifting whims and needs. That means that some wine terms become less, er, useful over time. In other words, they need to get the axe. There are so many reasons a term could be considered outdated. It might be offensive—for instance, why are some wines described as "masculine" and others "feminine"?
Episode 197: How the Wine Industry Can Appeal to Gen Z, According to Future 40 Pros
Wine Enthusiast just released its 2025 Future 40 list, a celebration of emerging talents and tastemakers in the drinks space. On this week's podcast episode, Magazine Director Ryan Grim talks to Future 40 honorees Luke Anderson and Justine Osilla about the state of the wine industry. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podc
Episode 196: Regina King's New Orange Wine Tells a Deeply Personal Story
Academy Award-wining actress Regina King opens up about her new orange wine label, MianU, the bottles that made her fall in love with wine, how winemaking is like directing and all the ways she's continuing to celebrate with her son, Ian. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.com. Remember to rate and
Episode 195: How the Fake Somm on 'The Bear' Learned Real Skills
When The Bear first premiered, it was widely-hailed for accurately capturing the high-intensity chaos of restaurant life. With each new season, the show has dived deeper into the emotional complexities that come with working in the industry for characters who have made it their life's work. But, for certain viewers, it felt like the show was missing a crucial component—wine—especially when talkin
Episode 194: Out With Low-Alc? BuzzBallz and XXL Lead a Growing Trend
The siren call of a BuzzBall is hard to ignore. The neon sphere at your checkout counter is the $5 (or less) cocktail fueling a $500 million empire. In 2024, RTD sales spiked 16.5% while other booze categories stayed flat, and they show no signs of slowing down. In the wine world, XXL, the so-called "Moscato without manners" pushes the same boundary with candy-sweet flavors and 15–20% ABV, flippi
Episode 193: Will Gen Z Ever Drink Wine?
The young people, it seems, are usually to blame. In 1998, The New York Times said, "Young people, the 21- to 29-year-olds, are turning away from wine…For the $13-billion-a-year wine industry, the loss of so many potential consumers couldn't come at a worse time." In 2016, The New York Post ran a headline, "Millennials are ruining the American wine industry." Fast-forward to the current generatio
Episode 192: What Does the Pope Drink? Inside the Vatican's Quietly Influential Wine Scene
The May announcement of the first-ever American Pope, Leo XIV, still has the whole world buzzing. While Robert Francis Prevost's hometown of Chicago has its own distinct wine and spirits culture (Malört, we're looking at you), his move to Vatican City has landed him in the center of the biggest wine scene no one's ever heard of. That's right: The Vatican has a wine scene—and a secretly influential
Episode 191: The Next Great Nation of Wine Lovers? India, Says the Country's First Master of Wine
Sonal Holland, India's first-ever master sommelier, had a feeling that wine would be big business on the subcontinent back when she first entered the wine scene nearly 20 years ago. "I could see that it was going to grow, and there were no qualified wine professionals in the country," she tells us. "I don't think anyone was sitting there thinking, 'Oh, let's have an MW from India,'" she admits.
Episode 190: In 'Blood Vines,' a Tale of Wine Fraud, White Zinfandel and Murder
While rosy-hued bottles of White Zinfandel were fixtures on dinner tables and at parties in the 1980s, the seemingly buoyant beverage sparked an infamous dark story, one involving fraud and the killing of one of California's most famous grape brokers. Chris Walker, an investigative journalist based in Denver, Colorado, learned about this story a few years ago and began to unravel the tale. What r
Episode 189: Actor Kyle MacLachlan and Dan Wampfler are Pursued by Bear
Actor Kyle MacLachlan didn't just want to slap his name on a bottle of wine, the quality is the most important thing to him. He and his partner/winemaker, Dan Wampfler, join this week's Podcast to discuss their Washington winery, Pursued By Bear, and what makes it and their chemistry so special. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Ema
Episode 188: Cannabis Beverages Are Actually Really Good Now
Interested in trying cannabis-infused drinks but not sure where to start? This week's episode follows two conversations between Digital Managing Editor Sara Ventiera and two leaders in the cannabis beverage space for expert tips and insights into exploring the growing trend, where to get them and, more importantly what they taste like and how they make you feel. Is there a guest you want us to in
Episode 187: A New Generation in Thailand Is Falling in Love with Wine
This week's episode follows two conversations between writer-at-large Danielle Callegari and an American somm working in Thailand and a Thai somm working in Brooklyn to discuss the burgeoning wine scene in Thailand. While the rest of the world raises concerns over what's to come for the wine industry, Thailand is newly enthused and excited to learn. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A t
Episode 186: Are $30 Margaritas the Future? The Spirits Industry Reacts to Tariffs
In this installment of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, spirits reviewer Kara Newman reveals what industry insiders are whispering about as Trump's tariffs take hold. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.net. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. Go t
Episode 185: Decoding the Vintage Chart in an Age of Climate Chaos
Every year, Wine Enthusiast releases a new edition of the vintage chart, a tool that's long been critical to collectors. Vintage charts help pinpoint bottles peaking in quality—and those that may be past their prime. The most recent version debuted in the Winter Issue of Wine Enthusiast Magazine. But in a time when climate chaos—unprecedented periods of drought, heat waves, floods, fire and mo
Episode 184: The Big Problem with Anti-Alcohol Studies
Wine's impact on health has been under the microscope for the past few years, with numerous headlines citing its cancer-causing potential. Sales are down across the industry and consumption has dropped substantially. These stories certainly are fear-inducing, yet many don't paint the full picture. It seems for every study that claims that a glass (yes, a glass) a day will kill you, there's ano
Episode 183: Is Water Ruining Your Wine?
It's likely that in many people's minds, water resonates as a neutral, possibly the ultimate neutral. However, water does contain quite a bit of nuance—everything from tasting notes to mouthfeel. Knowing that means understanding that the water you're drinking can affect the taste of whatever you're enjoying alongside it—and that means your wine, too. But to what extent? In this episode, decorate
Episode 182: Is a Neo-Prohibitionist Agenda Shaping Alcohol Policy in Oregon?
For more than a year now, Wine Enthusiast Writer-at-Large Michael Alberty has been tracking a story about the Oregon Health Authority and some questionable PSAs it ran at the end of 2023 and the beginning of 2024. At that time, the spots—running widely in Oregon—seemed at the very least heavy-handed and ponderous. At the worst, they indicated a growing influence of out-of-state lobbying groups ben
Episode 181: How Will Wine Fare Under Trump?
With Donald Trump set to take office in January, many wine industry folks are wondering what tariffs the president-elect might impose and how they could affect the industry. This time around, we have the benefit of experience—Trump's first term—to guide our thinking. Is it all doom and gloom, or is there any hope on the horizon? We enlisted three experts to share their opinions: Bertrand Leulliett
Episode 180: The Art of Spiked Baking with Cookbook Author Jessie Sheehan
Incorporating alcohol into baked goods can happen a handful of different ways, says our latest podcast guest, Jessie Sheehan, a food writer, recipe developer and the author of cookbooks including Snackable Bakes, The Vintage Baker and Icebox Cakes. Her latest cookbook, Salty, Cheesy, Herby, Crispy Snackable Bakes, made its debut this past September. In this episode, Sheehan shares how she uses
Episode 179: Going Deep on Our 2025 Drink Predictions
Like it or not, there are a multitude of reasons behind why we drink what we drink. What may at first seem like an expression of personal preference is, in fact, a result of the complex interactions between financial markets, social and political movements, climate change and too many other factors to name here. Basically, what you drink is a reflection of the moment you live in. Wine Enthusiast W
Episode 178: How Do You Find Balance When Consuming Alcohol Is Your Job?
Professional wine tasting is an extreme sport. Like an athlete, a wine pro's body goes through a lot. And while the recommended guidelines for alcohol consumption are murky and ever-changing, we know one thing for sure: nothing about drinking 3,000 wines a year screams moderation. This realization led wine reviewer Michael Alberty to reassess his chosen profession as he shared in a recent article
Episode 177: Scary Stories From Haunted Wineries
Do you believe in ghosts? If the answer is no, these wine-soaked stories might change your mind. In this episode, we explore spooky tales from some of wine country's most well-loved destinations. First, we take a trip to Trefethen Family Vineyards in California's Napa Valley, where mother and son duo Janet and Lorenzo Trefethen share the backstory of their winery's haunted grounds. Next, we travel
Episode 176: The Calling Winemaker James MacPhail on the Ripple Effect of Many Passionate People Working Together
In this episode, sponsored by Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits, MacPhail—the winemaker of The Calling and a Wine Star Award nominee for 2024 Winemaker of the Year—talks about how winemaking became his calling. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.net. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spo
Episode 175: Is the Canned Wine Industry Turning Its Corner?
Wine that is canned and bottled is the same, but packaged in different vessels. Right? Not quite. In the episode, we explore the state of the canned wine industry and whether it's turning a corner. We also dig deeper into the differences between canned and bottled wine, and how the industry can leverage alternative packaging with single-serving offerings in a way that still lowers its carbon foot
Episode 174: MJ Towler (a.k.a. @BlackWineGuy) Takes Over the Wine Enthusiast Podcast
In this episode, podcaster MJ Towler chats with iconic NYC couple Robert Dentice and Renee Patronik about everything from terroir to pairing DRC with New Haven pizza. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.net. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Episode 173: In Today's T.V. and Film Landscape, Product Placement Isn't Always What You Think It Is
Have you ever noticed a bottle's label prominently displayed during a pivotal scene in a favorite television show or film, and wondered: "Was that on purpose?" It just might be. That's increasingly thanks to people like Anastasia Tarasova, the founder of Bottles on Set, a product-placement agency that delivers expertise in wine and liquor to film and television productions. To learn about how this
Episode 172: The Magic of Aperitivo: How Drinking Like an Italian Can Enhance Your Well-Being
On the surface, aperitivo is a pre-dinner ritual centered around small bites and a sensible amount of booze. But the true meaning runs deeper. In this episode, we talk with Stef Ferrari, author of Stuzzichini: The Art of Italian Snack, to better understand what constitutes the "magic" of aperitivo and how to recreate it at home. We discuss why gathering is fundamental to Italian life, how the rit
Episode 171: Can Unsnobby Wine Books Save the Industry? 'Rebel School of Wine' Is Trying
In this episode, we sit down with Tyler Balliet, aothor of the new wine book Rebel School Of Wine: A Visual Guide to Drinking with Confidence, to discuss his mission to make wine more fun and introduce more drinkers to it. Whether you're a seasoned Italophile or simply curious about what makes this country so special, this episode is not to be missed. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A t
Episode 170: Why Wine-Lovers (and Everyone Else) Are Obsessed With Italy
In this episode, we explore the concept of "Italianality" with newly minted Master of Wine Andrea Lonardi and journalist Jessica Dupuy. The pair are writing a book that explores and explains the subject and why it has never been more important—not just to Italy, but to the world. Together, they seek to distill the beauty, culture, history, food, wine and regional differences found throughout the c
Episode 169: What's Trending in the Wine World, According to Dave Rudman of WSET Americas
In this podcast episode, Wine Enthusiast's Chief Education Officer Marshall Tilden III sat down with the Global Business Development Director and Executive Director of the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET for short) of the Americas, Dave Rudman to get the skinny on the current happenings. We learned a lot about the evolving education landscape, and exciting programs now available for lover
Episode 168: Two Years Into the Russian Invasion, Ukrainian Nightlife Is Thriving
Two years into Russia's invasion of Ukraine, nightlife goes on. Investigative reporter Adam Robb has been traveling into the country to talk to locals and document everyday life for everyday citizens who have been living amongst the backdrop of war. Along the way, he learned how living amongst drone and missile attacks, drafts and daily deaths and injuries "brings out a real selflessness." Listen
Episode 167: Is the Natural Wine Movement at a Crossroads?
In this episode, natural wine importer Jenny Lefcourt shares her response to the USDA's new regulations on organic agricultural products and what it may mean for the wine industry moving forward. With many leaders in the space left in limbo, we can't help but ask: How have these changes impacted producers small and large? What does this mean for the organic wine scene and the consumer moving forw
Episode 166: Additives in Tequila Are Hugely Controversial. But Do They Really Matter?
With so much tequila being poured—and so much potential profit on the table—the debate around how tequila is made and marketed has never been more pointed. We caught up with spirits reviewer Kara Newman about the ongoing raid and why additives in tequila are so divisive in the first place. Listen as Newman goes deep on additive use in tequila, how branding a product as "additive-free" has the pote
Episode 165: Can You Enjoy Wine Culture Without Actually Drinking?
Anna-Christina Cabrales, Tasting Director at Wine Enthusiast, delves into the world of sobriety in the wine industry with guest Abe Zarate, known as @sober_somm on Instagram. Together, they examine sobriety and explore the idea of enjoying wine culture while abstaining from alcohol, emphasizing that being "sober" can mean different things for different people. Is there a guest you want us to int
Episode 164: What Makes a Private-Label Wine?
What is a private label, exactly? Think Costco's Kirkland; Trader Joe's Charles Shaw, or Two-Buck Chuck; or Target's California Roots. Sometimes these private labels are easy to pick out, while other times they hide in plain sight. In this episode, Alison Crowe, vice president of winemaking for Plata Wine Partners, a leading private-label producer in the heart of California, gives us the inside sc
Episode 163: Rex Pickett and the Making of Sideways 20 Years Later
20 years after the release of the award-winning book, Sideaways, author Rex Pickett reflects on its film adaptation and poignant statement against Merlot producers. Like Miles Raymond, the main character in the book and film, Pickett was an unpublished author living in L.A. and a devoted disciple of Pinot (which he spent hours talking about with Richard Sanford). Listen as he shares how the succes
Episode 162: What's the Difference Between a Wine Cellar, Fridge and Cooler?
Find out what happens when two wine drinkers with different levels of experience start getting real about wine storage. Discoveries include, but are not limited to: the most expensive custom wine cellar requests, what someone's wine storage says about them and the hardcore facts one needs to know before making any storage solution purchase. Starring: The Wine Collector: Marshall Tilden III, DWS
Episode 161: The Armenian Wine Renaissance
Armenia is considered one of the birthplaces of winemaking, with archaeological evidence dating back at least 7,000 years. Tragically, the country's wine culture was decimated under Soviet rule. Things finally started changing about a dozen years ago: Today, more than 200 wineries are operating in the country, and their bottles can now be found in markets and restaurants around the United States
Episode 160: Want to Work in Wine? Three Successful Winemakers Reveal What it's Really Like
On the surface, winemakers appear to lead a glamorous, jet-setting life of international travel, fancy wine dinners and a never-ending supply of enviable bottles. But what is it really like to work in wine? Wine Enthusiast Writer-at-Large Christina Pickard speaks to three well-respected winemakers from Australia and New Zealand on their entry into the industry. Hear from Paul Pujol, whose early ex
Episode 159: The Drinks We're Loving Right Now
What drinks trends will reign supreme in 2024? To know our future, we must know our past. Wine Enthusiast's Tasting Director, Anna-Christina Cabrales chats with our spirits reviewer and writer-at-large Kara Newman about the important things like: Will the espresso martini fall out of fashion? Will canned wine continue its reign? Find out where they land with year's predictions after a candid round
Episode 158: What It's Like to Be a Sober Sommelier
Can sommeliers be sober? That's a question we sought to answer recently on Wine Enthusiast. As more people reevaluate their relationships with alcohol, so, too, is a growing contingent of wine industry professionals. Many of them—including sommeliers—are choosing sobriety. But what does that look like in practice? Wine Enthusiast's digital managing editor Rachel Tepper Paley talks with so
Episode 157: Is Dry January the Healthy Move? Blue Zones' Dan Buettner Weighs In
Some of the longest-living people in the world drink upwards of two glasses of wine daily, according to Dan Buettner's research for the best-selling Blue Zones books and program, which are also the basis of a Netflix documentary, ' Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones.' As some of us cut back on our alcohol consumption during 'Dry January,' Wine Enthusiast producer Sam Sette talks to Buettner ab
Episode 156: Issa Rae, the New Patron Saint of Prosecco?
Despite early naysayers who suggested she develop a different kind of sparkling wine, the award-winning actress, writer–and now Viarae Prosecco creator–Issa Rae believes in the drink's power of authenticity. In this episode, she talks to @Jacy Topps about why she prefers Prosecco over Champagne, whom she'd most like to share a glass with, and what it's like to break into the wine industry. I
Episode 155: How to Make Chardonnay for the Ages
Cara Morrison of Sonoma-Cutrer shares what she wishes more people knew about the disputable grape and how her team continues to craft a wine for the ages. FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: @wineenthusiast Twitter: @WineEnthusiast Facebook: @WineEnthusiast
Episode 154: Is There a Right Way To Pair Wine?
Wine and Hip Hop podcast host and star of Street Somm, Jermaine Stone explains why the best wine pairings are about meeting people where they are. FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: @wineenthusiast Twitter: @WineEnthusiast Facebook: @WineEnthusiast
Episode 153: Where Is Wine Counterfeiter Rudy Kurniawan Now?
Writer at large, Christina Pickard sat down with Maureen Downey, to discuss the latest on one of the largest wine fraud cases in modern history. In 2013, Rudy Kurniawan was sentenced to 10 years in prison for selling millions of dollars in fake rare vintages. For the full back story, check out Wine Enthusiast's true crime podcast, Vinfamous. FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: @wineenthusiast Twit
Episode 152: Why Making Wine Education Less Stuffy Could Save the Industry
Future 40 Tastemaker Marie Cheslik shares how education and community can help overcome barriers and get more people comfortable around wine. FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: @wineenthusiast Twitter: @WineEnthusiast Facebook: @WineEnthusiast
Episode 151: Empowering Latinas in Wine Starts With Community
Future 40 Tastemaker Martha Cisneros Paja, founder of the Latinas Wine Club, shares how education and empowerment can open doors to a more inclusive wine industry. FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: @wineenthusiast Twitter: @WineEnthusiast Facebook: @WineEnthusiast
Episode 150: Is There a Right Way to Talk About Wine?
The the first in our 3-part series highlighting some of this year's Future 40 Tastemakers,we sit down with Alice Achayo, who founded The Wine Linguist, a consulting company created to educate wine professionals and drinkers to broaden how they think and talk about wine. FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: @wineenthusiast Twitter: @WineEnthusiast Facebook: @WineEnthusiast
Episode 149: How Climate Change is Impacting Harvest For One Winery
The story of climate change is not just one of elevated temperatures. Smoke taint, droughts, frost, flooding, hailstorms and excessive rainfall all are impacting the vineyards. And the impact of wine production is becoming more obvious. So, just how is it affecting wine production? This week, Editor Jacy Topps sat down with Steve Peck to discuss. Peck is the VP of winemaking at J. Lohr Vineyards
Episode 148: Why Is Orange Wine Suddenly Everywhere?
Orange wine is still a bit of an enigma, despite the style being centuries-old. So, Wine Enthusiast editor, Jacy Topps sat down with Doreen Winkler to discuss all things orange wine. Doreen Winkler is a sommelier, orange wine expert and the founder of Orange Glou, the only brick and mortar wine retail shop in the world solely dedicated to the category. FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: @wineenth
Episode 147: An Exploration of Portugal's Under-the-Radar Wines
This week we're highlighting the amazing world of Portuguese wine. Author and Wine Enthusiast's Spanish wine reviewer, Mike DeSimone sat down with John Sumners to discuss one of the oldest wine-producing countries in the world. Sumners is a freelance wine writer and California and Portugal wine specialist based in Lisbon. He is also the author of There's More Than Port In Portugal: The Unpretent
Episode 146 What Makes a Great Italian Wine Bar?
Writers-at-large Danille Callegari and Jeff Porter and Camillia Bellini, owner of Enoteca Bellini, examine what's at the heart of the Italian wine bar experience. FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: @wineenthusiast Twitter: @WineEnthusiast Facebook: @WineEnthusiast
Episode 145: Is the Sober Curious Movement a Fad or Here to Stay?
In this episode, Jacy Topps sits down with Laura Silverman and Emily Heintz to discuss the NA culture in the beverage space. Laura is the founder of Zero Proof Nation, a platform highlighting non-alcoholic beverages and the culture driving their growth. And Emily is the founder of Sèchey, a retail bottle shop in Charleston, specializing in no-low-alcohol beverages. FOLLOW US ON: Instagr
Episode 144:The Canned Wine Brand Reimagining Outdoor Drinking
Fourth-generation winemaker Jake Bilbro discusses the benefits of his new sustainable wine brand, Revelshine and how it's shaking up the canned- wine category. FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: @wineenthusiast Twitter: @WineEnthusiast Facebook: @WineEnthusiast
Episode 143: Does Napa Valley Have a Problem With Younger Wine Drinkers?
Peter Mondavi Jr, third-generation co-proprietor of Charles Krug Winery and Jeremy Carter, winemaker and founding partner of Tarpon Cellars sit down to dicuss what the future may hold for the iconic region. FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: @wineenthusiast Twitter: @WineEnthusiast Facebook: @WineEnthusiast
Episode 142: Why French Wine Is Undergoing Changes It Hasn't Seen In Over A Century
Award-winning author Jon Bonné discusses his newly released book The New French Wine and what's changing throughout one of the oldest wine producing regions in the world. FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: @wineenthusiast Twitter: @WineEnthusiast Facebook: @WineEnthusiast
Episode 141: Why the Best Domestic Caviar is Coming Out of Northern California
Writer at large and spirit's reviewer, Kara Newman chats with Ali Bolourchi to discuss the rise of caviar throughout the U.S. Ali Bolourchi is the owner of Tsar Nicoulai, a sturgeon ranch in Wilton California, right outside of Sacramento. Sacramento County produces most of the caviar made in the United States. FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: @wineenthusiast Twitter: @WineEnthusiast Facebook: @
Episode 140: On the Decade Wine Blew Up in the U.S.
The 80s was an important decade for wine in the U.S. It was also an important time for Wine Enthusiast Companies because the magazine was launched in the decade. To celebrate the 35th anniversary of the magazine, not only did the print team create an amazing May issue, which is out now, managing print editor John Capone sat down with, chairman and cofounder of Wine Enthusiast Companies, Adam Strum
Episode 139: Is White Zinfandel a Rosé? And More Rosé Questions Answered
What is rosé? Where did it come from? How is it produced, and why is the trendy category not dying down? I sat down with Katherine Cole to discuss the diverse category. Cole is a wine writer, executive producer and host of the James Beard award-winning podcast, The Four Top and author of the book Rosé All Day: The Essential Guide to Your New Favorite Wine FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: @w
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