Best Brunello Podcasts (2026)

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The State of Bourbon: Trends, Tastes & the Road to 2026 56:47

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Send us a text Bourbon has never been bigger—but is it on solid ground? In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob is joined once again by friend of the show Matt Carter to take a hard look at the current state of bourbon. From explosive growth and shifting consumer tastes to pricing fatigue, limited releases, and changing hype cycles,…

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Authored: Sara Hamdan, What Will People Think? 48:31

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Writer and former New York Times journalist Sara Hamdan joins us at The Arts Club Dubai to discuss her debut novel, What Will People Think? — an intergenerational story moving between 2011 New York and 1947 Jaffa, exploring identity, legacy, and the tension between tradition and ambition. A Palestinian American raised in Greece and based in Dubai f…

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Reframing the Mind: A workshop by Dr. Naif Al Mutawa 18:11

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In the lead-up to World Mental Health Day, we welcome Dr. Naif Al Mutawa for a workshop on recognising and reframing negative thought patterns, building emotional resilience, and prioritising mental wellbeing in both daily life and the workplace. Through practical, guided exercises, participants learn to cultivate greater self-acceptance and transf…

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An Evening with Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports 43:21

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When Paul Griffiths arrived in the UAE in 2007, he took a bold leap from his role as MD of Gatwick Airport. Since then, he has led the remarkable transformation of Dubai Airports — guiding its rise from just over 34 million passengers a year to one of the world’s busiest international hubs. In conversation with journalist Rosanna Lockwood, Griffith…

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Beyond the Runway: Fashion’s Global Shifts 32:03

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Fresh from the Fashion Weeks, this conversation brings together leading voices in the industry to unpack the season’s defining ideas and aesthetics. Featuring Sujata Assomull, Contributing Editor at Vogue Business and Founding Editor-in-Chief of Harper’s Bazaar India; Sharifa Al Hashemi, founder of ONORI; and Jessica Michault, Senior Editor at Emir…

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In Egg We Trust: Why the Egg Is the G.O.A.T 42:52

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Send us a text The egg is everywhere—and for good reason. In this episode, we make the case that the egg is the greatest food and ingredient ever created. From over-easy and sunny side up to omelets and scrambled eggs, the egg shines as the star of breakfast. But it doesn’t stop there. Eggs elevate burgers, crown fried rice, finish enchiladas, and …

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Wine Through a Young Lens: Questions, Curiosity & First Steps 1:06:01

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Send us a text In this warm and thoughtful episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob sits down with a very special guest—Jaime Deleon’s daughter, Ashley, a young wine enthusiast beginning her journey into the vast and fascinating world of wine. Together, they dive into the real questions that new wine drinkers often feel too intimidated to as…

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Unraveling Grape DNA with Dr. José Vouillamoz 54:54

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Episode Description (Optimized for Apple & Spotify) Grape geneticist Dr. José Vouillamoz returns to the Vint Wine Podcast with host Billy Galanko for a deep dive into the DNA, history, and origins of iconic French and Swiss grapes. Co-author of Wine Grapes, José has spent decades decoding grape lineages and uncovering where the world’s most importa…

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The Year of Italy: What We Learned from Exploring the Regions 28:14

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Send us a text 2025 was the Year of Italy for Bottles & Bites Without Borders. From Tuscany to Piedmont, Sicily to Friuli, Rob dives back into all five Italian regions explored this year and breaks down the wines, the culture, the surprises, and the discoveries that left a mark. In this episode, Rob uncorks the highlights of the Italian series—what…

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Five Questions with José Vouillamoz, Grape DNA Expert 11:15

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In this episode of Five Questions, host Billy Galanko sits down with Dr. José Vouillamoz, one of the world’s leading grape geneticists and co-author of Wine Grapes. José is internationally known for his pioneering work using DNA profiling to trace the origins of grape varieties, revive forgotten heritage vines, and help wineries plan for a climate-…

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Inside Canadian Wine with Master of Wine Geoffrey Moss 46:54

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Quality is rising, challenges are mounting, and interest in Canadian wine has never been higher. In this episode, host Billy sits down with Okanagan-based Master of Wine Geoff Moss to explore the regions, grapes, and decisions shaping Canadian wine today. Geoff shares how he moved from political science into winemaking, how production experience in…

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Breaking Down the Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2025 1:25:48

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Send us a text In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob sits down with wine expert and friend of the show, Jaime Deleon, to dive deep into the newly released Wine Spectator Top 100 Wines of 2025. We break down how many wines each country landed on the list—and whether we actually agree with the rankings. Rob and Jaime also share how …

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Five Questions with Geoffrey Moss, MW 11:02

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In this episode of Five Questions, host Billy Galanko sits down with Geoffrey Moss, MW, marketing strategist, DTC specialist, founder of Lithica Wine Marketing, and the mind behind his own wine label, Søren Wine, to explore the ideas shaping today’s wine industry. Geoffrey shares how he helps wineries grow direct-to-consumer channels, the climate c…

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Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW on The Wine Palate & the Future of Fine Wine 51:29

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Master of Wine Lisa Perrotti-Brown returns to the Vint Wine Podcast with a new chapter in her career. Known for her influential tenure as Editor-in-Chief of The Wine Advocate and decades of reviewing top estates across Bordeaux, Napa, Australia, and New Zealand, Lisa has long blended deep technical expertise with approachable, consumer-focused insi…

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Low-Alcohol Reds for Cooler Weather 1:02:51

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Send us a text As wine drinkers lean increasingly toward whites for their freshness and lower alcohol, the shift into fall and winter brings back that familiar craving for red wine. But what if you want the comfort and complexity of a red—without the big alcohol punch? In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob sits down with Advanced …

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Five Questions with Lisa Perrotti-Brown, MW 8:08

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In this episode of Five Questions, host Billy Galanko sits down with one of the most influential and trusted voices in the modern wine world: Lisa Perrotti-Brown, MW, former Editor-in-Chief of Robert Parker Wine Advocate and founder of the newly launched TheWinePalate.com, a platform designed to help drinkers find wines that truly match their perso…

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Discover Brunello di Montalcino & Il Poggione With Winemaker Alessandro Bindocci 51:08

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Few wines capture Tuscany’s essence like Brunello di Montalcino, and few estates embody its heritage like Il Poggione. In this episode, winemaker Alessandro Bindocci joins Billy Galanko to explore what makes this corner of southern Tuscany one of the most fascinating wine regions on earth. From four generations of family stewardship to the estate’s…

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The Biggest Waste of Money in Food: Fine Dining Exposed 56:41

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive into a controversial take: fine dining isn’t worth the hype — or the price tag. Sandra and I recently visited a so-called “authentic Italian” fine dining restaurant, and let’s just say… it was anything but. The service was polished but clueless, the Bolognese tasted like grocery-store jarred sauce, the wine l…

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Five Questions with Il Poggione's Head Winemaker Alessandro Bindocci 6:01

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In this episode of Five Questions, Billy sits down with Alessandro Bindocci, winemaker at Il Poggione, one of Montalcino’s founding estates and a benchmark producer of Brunello and Rosso di Montalcino. From the estate’s roots as a working Tuscan farm to its massage-selection Sangiovese vineyards, Alessandro shares how Il Poggione balances deep trad…

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Volcanic Wines 101 With Master Sommelier John Szabo 46:42

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Episode Description (Apple & Spotify) Volcanic wines are among the most distinctive on earth, and no one unpacks their character quite like John Szabo, MS. Author of Volcanic Wines: Salt, Grit and Power, critic at WineAlign, and long-time explorer of lava-born terroirs, John covers what makes a wine “volcanic,” why these bottles often taste more sa…

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Wines That Feel Like Fall: Cozy Reds and Warming Whites 52:40

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Send us a text As the weather cools and comfort food takes center stage, the wines we crave start to change too. In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob Clark sits down with Advanced Sommelier Jaime Deleon to explore the perfect wines for fall. From soulful reds that pair beautifully with stews and roasts to whites that still shine …

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UPDATED: 5 Questions with John Szabo, Volcanic Wine Expert & Wine Writer 13:34

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In this episode of Five Questions, Billy sits down with John Szabo, Master Sommelier, author, and volcanic wine expert, to discuss his journey from restaurant kitchens to becoming one of Canada’s most respected wine writers and educators. John shares insights from his decades exploring global wine culture, from his work co-founding Volcanic Wines I…

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The Hidden World of Cork with Jochen Michalski - Tradition, Innovation and the Future of Closures 52:35

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Cork Supply founder & CEO Jochen Michalski joins Billy Galanko to unpack 40+ years of cork innovation, how the industry tackled TCA (cork taint), why oxygen transmission matters, and when to choose natural, technical, synthetic, or screwcap. Jochen explains Legacy (Cork Supply’s premium natural cork) and its X100 imaging, AI-assisted electromagneti…

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A Discussion on Old World & New World Wines with Jaime Deleon 1:14:31

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Send us a text In this episode, Rob sits down with Advanced Sommelier Jaime Deleon for a deep dive into the fascinating contrast between Old World and New World wines. They explore how history, climate, and winemaking philosophy shape what ends up in the glass — from structure and balance to ripeness and expression. Together, they compare examples …

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Five Questions with Jochen Michalski - Founder & CEO of Cork Supply 8:35

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In this episode of Five Questions, Billy sits down with Jochen Michalski, Founder and CEO of Cork Supply, one of the world’s leading suppliers of premium natural corks, barrels, and closures to wineries around the globe. From founding the company in California in 1981 to expanding across Europe, Australia, and South Africa, Jochen shares insights f…

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Champagne with Peter Liem: Dosage, Terroir, Climate, and La Fête du Champagne 45:32

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Renowned Champagne expert Peter Liem returns to the Vint Wine Podcast for a deep dive into the evolution of Champagne, its changing climate, the role of dosage and lees aging, and what defines true quality today. Peter shares decades of insight from living and tasting in Champagne, exploring how styles, vintages, and viticulture have evolved in rea…

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Why Americans Drink Wine Differently — and What We Can Learn from Europe 34:14

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Send us a text In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, host Rob Clark explores how American wine culture stands apart from the rest of the world — from how we buy wine to how we drink it and even how we think about it. Why do most Americans grab bottles at grocery stores instead of wineries? Why is wine treated as a special-occasion dri…

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Five Questions with Acclaimed Champagne Expert Peter Liem 6:36

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In this episode of Five Questions, Billy speaks with Peter Liem, James Beard Award-winning writer and one of the world’s foremost Champagne experts. Peter discusses how climate change is reshaping the region, the rise of new subregions, his balanced take on natural wine, and even shares details from a remarkable deep-sea dive to recover 19th-centur…

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Purity & Place: Abbott Claim’s Alban Debeaulieu on Crafting Modern Oregon Classics 1:01:40

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Winemaker Alban Debeaulieu of Abbott Claim joins Billy to share how a historic 1855 Oregon land claim became one of the Willamette Valley’s most distinctive estates. Alban details his path from France’s Rhône Valley and Burgundy to Oregon, the marine-sandstone soils of Yamhill-Carlton, and how his team farms organically and ages wines 18 months on …

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Five Questions with Alban Debeaulieu of Abbott Claim, Willamette Valley, OR 6:35

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In this episode, host Billy Galanko talks with Alban Debeaulieu, head winemaker at Abbott Claim, about crafting site-driven Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Oregon’s Yamhill-Carlton and Eola-Amity Hills AVAs. Alban shares how his Burgundian training informs his approach to expressing terroir, why 2019 and 2024 stand out as benchmark vintages, and wha…

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How Geology Shapes Wine: A Conversation with Terroir Specialist Brenna Quigley 54:34

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In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko sits down with Brenna Quigley, geologist and terroir specialist, to explore how what lies beneath the vines shapes what’s in your glass. Brenna shares her path from UC Santa Barbara to working with mentors like Raj Parr and Seth Kunin, and with producers such as Quintessa, Flowers, and Hi…

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Battle of the Burgers / Our Top 5 Fast Food Favorites 44:33

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Five Questions with Geology & Terroir Specialist Brenna Quigley 5:33

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In this episode of Five Questions, host Billy Galanko sits down with Brenna Quigley, terroir specialist and host of Roadside Terroir. Brenna brings a unique perspective to the wine world, mapping vineyards through geology, soils, and climate, and connecting those details to the deeper story of wine. In this conversation, she shares her thoughts on …

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Tor Kenward on 50 Years in Napa Valley & The New Edition of Reflections of a Vintner 51:17

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Napa Valley icon Tor Kenward joins host Billy for a wide ranging conversation spanning five decades of wine, food, and culture in the Valley. Tor traces his journey from a 1970s arrival when Napa had fewer than 50 wineries through the post Judgment of Paris boom, his culinary collaborations with Julia Child, Thomas Keller, and the American Institut…

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What to Order? The Takeout Dilemma 41:45

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Send us a text With endless options on apps and menus, why does ordering dinner still feel like such a struggle? In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob and Sandra dive into the real frustrations of modern takeout—sky-high prices, disappointing portions, inconsistent quality, and the nagging question of whether it’s even worth it. F…

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Five Questions with Tor Kenward of TOR Wines, Napa Valley 5:51

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In this of episode of Five Questions, Tor Kenward of Tor Wines reflects on nearly 50 years in Napa Valley. From Oakville’s Beckstoffer Dr. Crane and Vine Hill Ranch to Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay, Tor shares his philosophy on single-vineyard Cabernet, the vintages that have defined his career, and the global producers who continue to inspire his palat…

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The Rebirth of a Bordeaux Benchmark: Château Lagrange with Matthieu Bordes 53:25

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Host Billy Galanko sits down with Matthieu Bordes, Managing Director and Head Winemaker at Château Lagrange, to trace the evolution of this Saint-Julien estate, from its 118-hectare contiguous vineyard and meticulous plot-by-plot vinification to four decades of stewardship under Suntory. The conversation highlights vineyard management in the face o…

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Fantasy Wine: Drafting the Ultimate Grape Roster 1:16:31

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Send us a text 🍇 Draft season… but make it wine! 🍷 On the next episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, I’m joined by Hector Ramirez, Jaime De Leon, and Matt Carter for a fantasy draft of wine grapes. 4 people. 10 rounds. 40 grapes. Once a grape is picked, it’s OFF the board. Who’s building the grape roster you’d actually want to drink from the …

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Weekly Wine Report: Final Report (For Now) & Big Podcast Updates 3:53

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Host Billy Galanko shares an important update about the future of the Vint Wine Podcast. After four and a half years with Vint, he is moving to a new role at Wine.com. This transition means the Weekly Wine Report will pause for now, but interviews and Five Questions episodes will continue as usual. Billy also explains potential rebranding plans and…

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Five Questions with Matthieu Bordes of Château LaGrange 5:56

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In this episode of Five Questions, we sit down with Matthieu Bordes, Managing Director and Winemaker at Château LaGrange in Saint-Julien. Château LaGrange is one of Bordeaux’s most historic Left Bank estates, with a vineyard history dating back to 1607 and one of the largest contiguous blocks of vines in the Médoc. Bordes shares insights into: The …

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Loveblock Wine: Organics, Innovation, and a New Vision for Marlborough With Erica Crawford 51:39

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In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko sits down with Erica Crawford, CEO and co-founder of Loveblock Wines in Marlborough, New Zealand. Wine lovers may recognize her name as the co-founder of Kim Crawford Wines, but with Loveblock she has taken a completely different approach - 100% estate, organically farmed, and crafted for…

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Chain Reaction: Can Domino’s or Papa John’s Deliver a Good Pizza? 46:00

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Send us a text It’s Sunday, the craving for pizza is strong, but our favorite local spot has its doors shut. So Sandra throws out an idea: what if we put the big chains to the test? In this episode, we order up pizzas from Domino’s and Papa John’s to see if the national giants can actually satisfy when the craving hits. Is there such a thing as a “…

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Weekly Wine Report: France’s 2025 Harvest Volumes & Vega Sicilia’s White Wine Project 12:37

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In this episode of the Weekly Wine Report on the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko takes listeners from the vineyards of France to the green hills of Galicia. The 2025 French harvest volumes are taking shape, showing a modest recovery compared to last year but still trailing the five-year average. Some regions like Burgundy, Jura, and the Loire…

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Five Questions with Erica Crawford of Loveblock Wines 5:26

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In this episode of Five Questions on the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko sits down with Erica Crawford, co-founder of the famed New Zealand brand Kim Crawford and now the driving force behind Loveblock Wines in Marlborough. Known for its certified organic vineyards and holistic farming philosophy, Loveblock Wines has become one of the country…

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Star Wine List: Local Expertise, Global Reach with Founder Krister Bengtsson 45:33

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In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko sits down with Krister Bengtsson, founder of Star Wine List, the global guide to great wine bars and restaurants. What began in Stockholm in 2017 has since grown into a worldwide network covering more than 45 countries, connecting wine lovers, sommeliers, and professionals to the restaura…

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Top 10 Global Wine Regions for Bang-for-Your-Buck Bottles 51:46

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Send us a text Great wine doesn’t have to come with a big price tag. In this episode, we count down the top 10 wine regions around the world that consistently deliver serious quality at approachable prices. From Portugal’s hidden gems to South Africa’s Chenin Blanc, Argentina’s cool-climate reds, and Austria’s crisp Gruner Veltliner, these are the …

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Weekly Wine Report: Place de Bordeaux September Releases & Famous Ancient Roman Wines 21:22

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In this episode of the Weekly Wine Report on the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko blends current events with wine history to give listeners both context and discovery. From La Place de Bordeaux’s unique distribution system to the famous wines of Ancient Rome, you’ll come away with new insights into how wine connects the present with the past. …

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Five Questions with Krister Bengtsson Founder of Star Wine List 5:10

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In this episode of Five Questions on the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Krister Bengtsson, founder and publisher of Star Wine List, the global guide to great wine bars and restaurants. With coverage in more than 45 countries, Star Wine List connects wine lovers to carefully curated venues chosen by sommeliers and wine professionals. Krister sh…

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The Vine Maestro: Marco Simonit on Gentle Pruning, Vine Longevity & Terroir Expression 55:53

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Renowned vineyard consultant Marco Simonit, co-founder of Simonit & Sirch, joins the Vint Wine Podcast to share his philosophy of gentle pruning, a vine-training approach that has transformed modern viticulture. His method emphasizes sap flow, small cuts, and preserving living wood, and building an architecture to extend vineyard life, protect agai…

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Stacked & Subjective: Our Top 5 Sandwiches 1:04:15

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Send us a text In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob and Sandra are joined by friends Chris and Teri for a delicious debate: our Top 5 Sandwiches of all time. With completely subjective criteria (and plenty of laughs), we share our picks, from deli classics to international favorites. The only rules? No hamburgers, no hot dogs, an…