Wine Enthusiast Podcast

This episode features experts discussing the best alcoholic drinks, hidden gems, and insider tips for enjoying adult beverages at Walt Disney World.

This episode explores how modern winemakers incorporate spiritual and 'witchy' practices like rituals, crystals, and affirmations into their production processes, tracing these traditions back to ancient roots.

This episode explores what it means to be sober as a wine professional, featuring an interview with sommelier Abe Zarate about navigating sobriety in the wine industry.

This episode features an interview with Sebastian Perdal, the wine consultant for the Apple TV series Drops of God, discussing his role in bringing authentic wine knowledge to the show and his experiences in the wine industry.

This episode features an interview with Grammy-winning musician Norah Jones about her new venture into the wine industry as a part-owner of Maison Westman and collaborator on the Dislite bubbly.

This episode features an interview with actor and winery owner Kyle MacLachlan and winemaker Dan Wampfler about their Washington-based winery Pursued by Bear, exploring connections between wine, entertainment, and chemistry.

This episode explores the canned wine industry's potential turning point, featuring an interview with Marian Leitner, Founder and CEO of Archer Roos, discussing quality, trends, and a recent Cornell University study.

This episode explores why Oregon is producing an unusually high number of top-scoring, affordable wines under $20, featuring insights from a wine reviewer.

This episode features an interview with actress Regina King about her new small-batch orange wine label, Me and You, which honors her son Ian and explores her personal journey into winemaking.

This episode explores the growing interest in wine among a new generation in Thailand through conversations with industry insiders in Bangkok and Brooklyn.

This episode explores how Bravo reality TV shows have reflected and influenced America's evolving relationship with alcohol, particularly wine, over the past two decades.

This episode explores whether Gen Z is responsible for declining wine sales by featuring insights from a contributor's research and a Gen Z wine brand founder.

This episode explores the Italian tradition of aperitivo, discussing how it enhances well-being through food, drink, and cultural rituals, featuring author Steph Ferrari.

This episode explores why Italian wine captivates enthusiasts through an interview with Master of Wine Andrea Linardi and journalist Jessica Dupuis, discussing their project Italiere to demystify Italy's diverse wine culture.

This episode features MJ Towler (Black Wine Guy) taking over the Wine Enthusiast Podcast to discuss his vision for interviewing notable figures like Mike D of the Beastie Boys and Robert Dentese (Soil Pimp) in the context of a New York City wine party theme.

This episode explores how Ukrainian nightlife continues to thrive despite the ongoing Russian invasion, featuring an interview with investigative reporter Adam Robb about his experiences documenting bars and social life in cities like Lviv and Kyiv.

This episode features an interview with wine writer Christina Picard about decoding vintage charts for wine collectors and how they reflect regional wine quality trends, particularly in the context of climate change.

This episode features wine writer Reggie Sullivan discussing why certain wine terms have become outdated and how language evolves alongside our relationship with wine.

This episode explores how actor Corey Hendricks prepared for his role as a sommelier on 'The Bear' and discusses wine representation in media with Master Sommelier Alpina Singh.

This episode explores whether candy-like flavors and higher ABVs in products like BuzzBallz and XXL Wine represent a shift away from the no/low-alcohol trend in the beverage industry.

This episode discusses the impact of tariffs on the spirits industry, focusing on recent developments including retaliatory measures by Canada and reactions from industry leaders.

This episode explores the business of celebrity-backed spirits brands in Hollywood, examining their profitability and market dynamics with beverages analyst Ed Mundy.

This episode features an interview with supermodel and entrepreneur Ashley Graham about her new wine brand Lucci, a Lambrusco, discussing her passion for the wine, misconceptions about it, and her goals to make wine more accessible.

This episode examines conflicting recent studies on alcohol's health effects, comparing a National Academies report finding benefits of moderate consumption with a Surgeon General warning linking alcohol to cancer risks.

This episode features an interview with Tyler Balliet, author of 'Rebel School of Wine,' discussing his mission to make wine more accessible and less intimidating through his new visual guide.

This episode features an interview with Super Bowl champion Will Blackmon, who discusses his transition from NFL player to wine entrepreneur and the intersection of wine culture with sports fandom.

Wine Enthusiast writer Kara Newman joins the podcast to discuss her predictions for the biggest cocktail and drink trends of 2026, starting with an analysis of Barleone being named the world's best bar.

This episode explores the rise of neo-prohibitionist movements in the U.S., focusing on Oregon's alcohol policy and the origins of trends like dry January.

This episode explores how potential tariffs under a Trump administration might impact the wine industry, featuring insights from three wine experts.

This episode features an interview with cookbook author Jessie Sheehan about incorporating alcohol into baking recipes, particularly during the winter holidays.

This episode features an interview with Jenny Lefcourt, founder of Jenny and Francois Selections, discussing recent changes in the natural wine industry including USDA regulations and their impact on producers and consumers.

This episode features an interview with journalist Chris Walker about his podcast 'Blood Vines,' which explores a true crime story involving wine fraud, white Zinfandel, and murder in California.

This episode discusses the controversy around additives in tequila, focusing on a recent raid on advocates for transparency and what it means for consumers.

This episode features an interview with Wine Enthusiast writer Cara Newman discussing her 2025 drink trend predictions, focusing on the continued dominance of agave-based spirits like tequila and mezcal.

This episode features an interview with wine writer Michael Alberti discussing the health and lifestyle challenges of professionally tasting thousands of wines annually and finding balance in alcohol consumption as part of his job.

This episode explores the rise of cannabis beverages, their history, market evolution, and industry trends through interviews with experts in cannabis culinary arts and beverage business.

This episode features an interview with James MacPhail, a winemaker nominated for Winemaker of the Year, discussing his background, the meaning behind his wine collection The Calling, and how collaboration and passion shape his craft.

This episode features an interview with wine writer Emily Saladino discussing her Washington Post article reviewing affordable, quality wines from Trader Joe's and what it reveals about American wine consumption habits.

This Halloween-themed episode explores haunted stories and paranormal occurrences at wineries, starting with Trefethen Family Vineyards in Napa Valley.

This episode features an interview with Avigdonesi Winery's CEO and winemaker Matteo Giustinniari, discussing the winery's history and their renowned Vino Nobile di Montepulciano wines.

This episode features an interview with Anastasia Tarasova, founder of Bottles on Set, discussing how she facilitates wine and liquor product placement in TV shows and films.

This episode features an interview with Dave Rudman of WSET Americas discussing wine education trends, the growth of wine schools, and the impact of the pandemic on transitioning to online courses.

This episode features an interview with Sonal Holland, India's first Master of Wine, discussing the growth of wine culture in India, her work in wine education and consulting, and the future of India's wine scene.

This episode features an interview with two young winemakers from Wine Enthusiast's Future 40 list discussing how the wine industry can appeal to Gen Z and their experiences as emerging talents.

This episode explores the intersection of sobriety and wine culture, featuring an interview with Abe Serrate who shares his personal journey and insights on enjoying wine without alcohol.

This episode explores the world of private-label wines, featuring an interview with Alison Crowe from Plata Wine Partners.

This episode features an interview with author Rex Pickett, discussing the 20th anniversary of Sideways, from his struggles as an unpublished writer to the film's impact on wine culture and his personal journey.

This episode features Wine Enthusiast Magazine Director Ryan Grimm discussing the top three wines from their annual Enthusiast 100 list with the writers who reviewed them, starting with Matt Kettman on bottle number three from Saxon Vineyards in Paso Robles.

This episode explores how water affects wine taste through discussions with beverage experts and winemakers.

This episode explores the surprisingly influential wine scene in Vatican City, including its history, the Pope's role in wine culture, and its status as the world's largest wine importer per capita.

An interview with Victor Schwartz about the Supreme Court ruling that struck down Trump's tariffs and the impact on the wine industry.

An interview discussing wine cellars, their types, and how to choose the right one for your needs.

An interview with a father-daughter winemaking team about Armenian wine history, their projects, and making wine from Iranian grapes.

Host Christina Picard interviews top New Zealand winemakers about their early, often humorous or challenging experiences in the wine industry.

Hosts discuss emerging wine and spirit trends for 2024, playing a love/hate game about industry developments.

This episode explores how Napa Valley wineries are adapting to changing consumer preferences among younger drinkers.

Co-hosts discuss a documentary about the oldest vine in Los Angeles, exploring the history and significance of old vine wines.

An interview with Katie Melchior, a French wine influencer and educator, discussing her journey and mission to make French wine more accessible.

An interview with natural wine importer Ginny Lafcourt discussing the definition and misconceptions of natural wine.

Interview with Iris Rideau, the first Black woman to establish a winery in the US, discussing her childhood during Jim Crow and her journey to winemaking.