Best Syrah Podcasts (2025)

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Fiona and Ty Discuss "Syrah Takes the Fall" 21:05

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Immediately after recording the fourth and final episodes of Syrah's quest, Fiona and Ty discuss how it went! Fiona Howat is a TTRPG Actual Play Performer, Podcaster, Improviser, and Voiceover Artist who works with Realms of Peril & Glory. She is perhaps best known for the actual play podcast What Am I Rolling? and the TTRPG talkshow The DM…

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284 - A Wine Time Fridays Value Episode 29:28

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In todays episode, we're featuring two value wines, one from Grocery Outlet and one from Pilgrim's. Two VASTLY different opinions. We're honoring Torrontés Day with an amazing Torrontés from Pilgrim's and we'll leave it at that.😉 #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing Wines this episode: 2023 Riojana Torrontés Riojano ($10 at Pilgrim's Market)🤩 202…

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Who am I meant to listen to? The truth about wine ratings with guests: Huon Hooke, Max Allen and Michael Anderson 1:13:43

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Send us a text Wine scoring systems have proliferated, leaving many consumers confused about who to trust when choosing their next bottle. We break down the differences between wine shows, critic ratings, classifications, and journalistic approaches to help you navigate the complex world of wine recommendations. • Wine shows use panels of expert ju…

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Screaming Eagle 25:51

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One of the most expensive wines in the US is made in the US and filled with mystery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Sekt: Germany’s Sparkling Wine You Need to Know w/ Lisa Tupetz (Part 2) 34:44

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Ep 123 Did you know Germany made top of the line Sparkling wine? In this episode, I’m diving back in with importer and winemaker Lisa Tupetz to explore the side of German wine most people never hear about. We’re talking about Sekt, Germany’s sparkling wine, and how to tell if you’ve grabbed the real deal made in the traditional Champagne method. Yo…

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🚀 From Merch to Market: How Debbie Wildrick Built Fiji, Vitamin Water & a $4B 7‑Eleven Beverage Empire! 💧👩‍💼 1:02:04

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Send us a text 📢I talk🎙️with Debbie Wildrick, Founder of Debbie Wildrick👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 Watch the Premiere Here @ 3PM EST May 22! In this Thirsty Thursdays episode, host Jessie Ott sits down with the legendary Debbie Wildrick—Founder of Debbie Wildrick Consulting and the “Queen of Beverages.” 🌟 Debbie takes us through her incredible journey from mer…

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Celebrating Aussie Merlot: Blind Tasting 24:41

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Send us a text Thank you to the team from Laithwaites for sponsoring this episode. Go check them out at https://www.laithwaites.com.au/ to discover more! Use the promo code: WINEDUP for an exclusive 20% off! In this episode of The Wined Up, Trent and Jason dive deep into the world of Australian Merlot with a blind tasting of five incredible wines f…

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WINE 101 LIVE AT VINEPAIR WITH PAUL BRADY 1:13:13

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BUY UP NORTH AMERICAN SPARKLER HERE Wine 101's First Live podcast ever! Paul Brady, of Paul Brady Wine in Beacon, New York, has made the first official American Sparkler (we'll explain). He came to the Vinepair offices to share it with us and sat down to chat about all things New York, hybrids, and American Sapklers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/…

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283 - Sip Into Grenache Day 37:31

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In todays episode, we're thrown a curve ball! We THOUGHT we were going to feature a Grenache from Elsom Cellars and instead it's a Mourvèdre! Yep, a bonus wine we hadn't planned on doing! But, we ARE featuring a Grenache Blanc and Grenache Noir in honor of Grenache day tomorrow! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #ChickenUpdate Wines this episo…

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🔥 Bourbon’s Past, Present & Future Maggie Kimberl on Whiskey, History & Mentorship 🥃🌍 1:05:49

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Send us a text From flatboats to today’s bourbon boom 🥃 Maggie Kimberl shares history, mentorship & industry challenges 🌍 Don’t miss this deep dive! 🎙️ @ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST In this episode of Thirsty Thursdays, Jessie Ott sits down with Maggie Kimberl, content editor of American Whiskey Magazine. From bourbon’s roots in Louisville to the globa…

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Wine Revelations: We geek out on the Endevour Report 27:02

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Send us a text Meg and Mel dive into the groundbreaking Endeavor wine industry report that reveals surprising insights about Australian wine consumption patterns across demographics and regions. • Affluence drives wine purchase more than age, with wealthy consumers favouring Champagne, Chardonnay, and surprisingly, Riesling • Gen Z unexpectedly ove…

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The Prisoner 11:22

7d ago11:22

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Let's Wine 101 the roller coaster ride this modern American icon has gone through, where it is now, and where it's going. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Why German Wine Goes Beyond Sweet Riesling w/ Lisa Tupetz (Part 1) 37:24

7d ago37:24

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Ep 122 What if everything you thought about German wine was only half the story? Today I am joined by Lisa Tupetz who is sharing her journey to becoming a winemaker and importer who turned a chance trip to New Zealand into a lifelong passion for wine. From vineyard work to building her own import company, she shares how curiosity, setbacks, and per…

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Say Goodbye To The Wine 101 You Know. It's Time For Change. 10:28

8d ago10:28

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The Wine 101 Podcast has been teaching people the ins and outs of wine for over five years. It's time for a change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Rippon with Nick Mills 57:04

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Send us a text In this episode, we travel to Rippon Vineyard in Wanaka, New Zealand, and sit down with Nick Mills, Rippon’s General Manager and Winemaker, to uncover the story behind one of the most iconic vineyards in the world. Rippon isn’t just about wine—it’s about heritage, terroir, and sustainability. Nick takes us through the vineyard’s rich…

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282 - Chilling Out With Jeanine Lum with 3rd Bottle 1:08:57

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Sometimes...ok, MANY times during our lives as wine drinkers, we have the challenge of keeping our wine safe and cool, whether it's during transporting the wine or keeping it from cooking during camping trips, tailgate parties or a plethora of other occasions! Today, we found the solution as we have Jeanine Lum with 3rd Bottle Wine Bags. No more dr…

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ATTEND A LIVE RECORDING OF WINE 101 in NYC SEPTEMBER 17 2:17

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RSVP to attend! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Nebbiolo Episode: Australia vs Italy 31:28

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Send us a text It came to our attention that our Nebb ep wasn’t uploaded currently so you all never heard us Greek out over one of our fav grapes… well… here it is! Meg and Mel explore the world of Nebbiolo, comparing Australian examples from Victoria with Italian classics from Piedmont. • Nebbiolo is known for its paradoxical nature - light in col…

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Wine and Olives 33:35

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I received a unique request and had to chat with Arsen Khachaturyants of Arsenio in Tuscany. He grows olive trees, makes olive oil, and is about to bottle his first wine. In Italy, it is usually the other way around—first the wine, then the olives. But Olives were on the peninsula of Italy before the vine. This was an enjoyable wine adjacent chat. …

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How the Heck is Wine Actually Made? 27:11

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Ep 121 What if the magic in your glass could be traced step by step from vineyard to bottle? In this episode, I’m giving you a beginner-friendly journey through the winemaking process. From planting the vines to harvesting grapes, you’ll learn the essential factors that shape wine long before it reaches your glass. You’ll also hear how grapevines g…

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E116 Syrah Takes the Fall (Part 2) 54:12

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Investigation: COMPLETE! Now it's time to make some questionable decisions! Syrah Duskstone is played by Fiona Howat, a TTRPG Actual Play Performer, Podcaster, Improviser, and Voiceover Artist who works with Realms of Peril & Glory. She is perhaps best known for the actual play podcast What Am I Rolling? and the TTRPG talkshow The DM's Boo…

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Can you get great wines at value? 29:23

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Send us a text This week we ask the question of whether you can get great wines at great value? We get it, times are tough and wine is a luxury product, but that doesn’t mean that it all must cost an arm and a leg. We have a bit of fun with the price is right style blind tasting to identify to see if Jase can value the wines correctly. We reflect o…

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281 - The Perfect Play: Wine, Football and Passing Time with Damon Huard...and Friends! 1:22:42

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Today, we have another "From Games to Grapes" episode and we are so blessed that it's with Former Husky and NFL QB, Damon Huard, with Passing Time Winery. In this episode we pass the time talking Husky football, great wines and kick off the football season in style! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #EasterEgg Passing Time wines featured this …

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Varietals you’ve never heard of 34:37

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Send us a text Meg and Mel dive into the world of unusual grape varieties, exploring wines most people have never heard of and definitely can't pronounce. From a surprisingly good organic Australian Chardonnay to obscure European varietals, they share discoveries that will expand your wine horizons. • Yolumba Organic Chardonnay from South Australia…

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🚨 Thirsty Thursdays Q2 Industry Roundtable: From Non-Alc Growth to THC Beverages & Distribution Shifts Q2 Review 🚨 55:19

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Send us a text RTDs, THC drinks, NA growth, Gen Z’s return to alcohol, and the RNDC→Reyes CA shakeup—what’s next for 2025? Insights from Uncle Nearest, Booze Biz & Business of Drinks 🎙️ ⁨@ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST⁩ Watch here on YouTube! https://youtu.be/NJwLcZqJ9Cs This quarter’s Thirsty Thursdays roundtable brings Kate Jerkens (Uncle Nearest), Cai…

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PSA: Do It ALL In Fall 11:18

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While we get our East Coast wine region series back up and running, here is a post-Labor Day pep talk for wine going into the Fall. It's a great time to explore all the wine in all the ways. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Why Hybrid Grapes Matter More Than Ever 25:16

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Ep 120 What comes to mind when you hear the word “hybrid”? Probably a car you can plug in and not a grape growing on the vine! But in the world of wine, hybrid grapes are sparking some of the most important conversations about sustainability, climate change, and the future of winemaking. In this episode, I’m diving into what hybrid grapes actually …

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Altitude, Family, & Minimalism (De Salis Wines) 26:25

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Send us a text In this episode, Trent and Jason sit down to taste three incredible bottles from De Salis Wines, a boutique, family-run winery from Orange, NSW—located 1050 meters above sea level. That makes it part of the elite 1% of Australian wine regions above 600 meters! We explore how altitude impacts wine—from the slower ripening of grapes to…

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280 - Discovering the Timeless Wines of DeLille Cellars 44:14

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Today, Shelley and Phil put a bow on the 2nd Washington Wine Month in impressive fashion, featuring wines from DeLille Cellars! D2 from DeLille Cellars has been a house favorite of Shelley and Phil's for over 25 years but today, they're adding a few MORE favorites! Wines from DeLille are a must try! You'll thank us later! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime…

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Behind the Scenes of the Sydney Royal Wine Show with Angus Barnes 40:04

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Send us a text Angus Barnes, Chair of the Sydney Royal Wine Show, shares insider perspectives on Australia's premier wine competition and his journey through the wine industry. • Born in the Hunter Valley, Angus fell in love with wine while backpacking through Europe • His extensive career spans roles at Pernod Ricard, NSW Wine, Wine Communicators …

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S5E12: Cabernet Sauvignon 25:55

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In Season Five’s concluding episode, Keith Herndon and Charlotte Varnum are drinking and enjoying a bottle that Wine Spectator described as a “textbook Napa Cabernet—ripe, forthright and well-defined.” For more insights on this week's wine as well as others from previous seasons, head to wineswedrink.com. You can also find us on Instagram @thewines…

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Thoughts On Age 14:12

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After a recent experience with an aged wine, it feels like the time to talk about the potential reality of what's in store Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Mr. Cork & Fizz Interviews Me on Wine, Life & Business (& a surprise announcement!) 40:16

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Ep 119 What happens when the interviewer becomes the interviewee? For this milestone episode, things look a little different and a lot more personal! In celebration of turning 30, I’m sitting on the other side of the mic while my husband (aka “Mr. Cork & Fizz”) takes over the questions. From how this wine journey began to the lessons I’ve learned r…

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E115 Syrah Takes the Fall (Part 1) 1:00:38

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Syrah finds himself at the mercy of... hm. Would it be a spoiler if I said who? Syrah finds himself at the mercy of someone! How will he get out? And how will he turn this situation to his advantage? Syrah Duskstone is played by Fiona Howat, a TTRPG Actual Play Performer, Podcaster, Improviser, and Voiceover Artist who works with Realms of Peril &a…

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Take a Closer Look at Bourgogne with Francois Labet 24:46

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Send us a text Francois Labet, owner of Chateau de la Tour and Domaine Pierre Labet, who is also the President of the Bourgogne Wine Board, highlights why Australians should take a Closer Look at Bourgogne, particularly the Regionale wines. He explains the history of Bourgogne, its grape varieties, the classification, and where hidden gems can be f…

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279 - Washington State Chardonnay & Syrah Showcase 33:29

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Today, Shelley and Phil dive into week four of the 2nd Washington Wine Month of 2025 with a name most people should know in Chateau Ste Michelle and a great value Syrah! Washington wines continue to shine! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing Wines this episode: 2022 Chateau Ste Michelle Chardonnay ($23 at Pilgrim's Market) 2023 The Originals Syr…

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JUST IN! We taste the seriously amazing Sydney Royal Wine Show Winners 43:20

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Send us a text Ever wondered what $27 worth of Cabernet Sauvignon can get you? How about the prestigious Wine of Show trophy at one of Australia's most respected wine competitions? We're in studio with crystal clear audio this week, tasting our way through the top winners from the Sydney Royal Wine Show – and the results are truly eye-opening. Amon…

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S5E11: Red Blend 24:08

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In Season Five’s eleventh (penultimate) episode, Keith Herndon and Charlotte Varnum are featuring a red blend comprised of grapes that thrive in Portugal’s Douro River region. For more insights on this week's wine as well as others from previous seasons, head to wineswedrink.com. You can also find us on Instagram @thewineswedrink.…

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The Natural Wine Flaw 22:14

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The term natural wine has no definition and has been confusing consumers for over a decade. This episode discusses the reality and consequences of a trendy, undefined term in the wine-drinking space. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How this Wine Cuts Emission in Half w/ Currently Wine Co. (Part 2) 41:13

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Ep 118 What if the biggest barrier to wine sustainability isn’t the farming, but the bottle itself? In part 2 of my conversation with Daniel Rodriguez, CEO of Currently Wine Co., we dive deep into how wine packaging, labeling, and consumer education all play a role in shaping a more sustainable and inclusive wine industry. We explore Currently’s de…

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Felton Road with Blair Walter 36:51

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Send us a text The week, we sit down with Blair Walter, the acclaimed winemaker behind Felton Road, one of New Zealand’s most celebrated producers of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Riesling. From the rolling vineyards of Central Otago to the precision of the winery, Blair shares his journey, winemaking philosophy, and the delicate balance between natu…

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Grape Identity Crisis: Shiraz v Syrah 42:46

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Send us a text Producer Austin joins Meg for a spirited exploration of Shiraz/Syrah variations from different regions, discovering how labeling influences expectations and uncovering surprising stylistic differences. • Syrah and Shiraz are the same grape variety, with different names indicating stylistic differences • The French Crozes-Hermitage ex…

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278 - Erica Orr on Winemaking, Entrepreneurship & Following Your Dreams 1:14:00

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Today, Shelley and Phil virtually sit across from Erica Orr with Orr Wines. These wines are amazing! Find them! Buy them! We're ALL in on these wines. These wines were so good, Phil even drops an F-Bomb! This episode sums up why we do this podcast. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #DumpPhil #EasterEgg Wines this episode: 2024 Orr Old …

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Washington Syrah GOATs 🍷 Talk Terroir, Clone Wars & Winemaking Secrets! Thirsty Thursdays Part 2🎙️ 46:50

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Send us a text 🍇 Meet Washington Syrah winemaking legends as they debate terroir, clone selection, barrel vs. stave aging & NA wines! Winemaker gold right here 🎯 ⁨@ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST⁩ #Syrah #winetalk 🎙️✨ In this epic winemaker roundtable, Jessie Ott sits down with Washington Syrah royalty including David Rodriguez, Trey Busch, Caleb Foster, …

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Washington Syrah Secrets Uncorked Terroir, Clones & Next‑Gen Winemakers 🍷🔥 Part 1 1:03:46

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Send us a text Live tasting with 5 top Washington Syrah winemakers discussing terroir, clones, staves, high‑altitude vineyards & vintage trials 🍇 Watch with ⁨@ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST⁩ Youtube: https://youtu.be/DDyejw2eqX8 📌 Summary: In this episode, I hosted a Washington Syrah tasting featuring five winemaking legends: Bob Betz MW, David Rodriguez…

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Fiona and Ty Discuss "Syrah Crashes the Party" 20:26

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Immediately after recording the third episode of Syrah's quest, Fiona and Ty discuss how it went and what they hope lies in store! Fiona Howat is a TTRPG Actual Play Performer, Podcaster, Improviser, and Voiceover Artist who works with Realms of Peril & Glory. She is perhaps best known for the actual play podcast What Am I Rolling? and the TTRP…

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S5E10: Châteauneuf-du-Pape 23:13

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In Season Five’s tenth episode, Keith Herndon and Charlotte Varnum are opening a bottle of Châteauneuf-du-Pape from Southern France as an example of this exceptional red wine that combines elegance and affordability. For more insights on this week's wine as well as others from previous seasons, head to wineswedrink.com. You can also find us on Inst…

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Maryland Wine: A Chat With Leslie Frelow 37:38

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To get to the bottom of the situation of Maryland wine, I need to go to the source. Leslie Frelow has been conducting Maryland Wine tours through her 301 Wine Concierge brand. She is also a member of the Swirl Suite podcast, so I brought Sarita Cheaves back with me to chart everything Maryland wine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i…

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Disrupting the Wine Industry w/ Currently Wine Co. (Part 1) 32:54

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Ep 115 What if the wine industry’s biggest problem isn’t quality, but the connection to the wine? Today’s guest, Daniel Rodriguez, saw an opportunity to bring fresh energy and better marketing to wine. With a deep passion for wine and a sharp eye on consumer trends, he's building a brand that meets today’s drinkers where they are. Daniel, the owner…

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E114 Syrah Crashes the Party 1:09:30

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Guests to Liam Dabadasha's home enjoy many luxuries: Fine food, quality musicians, plush furnishings, and the charming attentions of Syrah Duskstone. Syrah Duskstone is played by Fiona Howat, a TTRPG Actual Play Performer, Podcaster, Improviser, and Voiceover Artist who works with Realms of Peril & Glory. She is perhaps best known for the actua…