Best Winemakerinterview Podcasts (2025)

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201: Morgan Twain-Peterson - Bedrock Wine Co. 54:30

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Join us this week to hear from Morgan Twain-Peterson, Master of Wine, owner and winemaker at Bedrock Wine Co. Influenced by his father, the founder of Ravenswood Winery, Morgan's path is enriched by his experiences in the European vineyards. Listen in for innovative methods in sustainable viticulture, including sap testing for vine nutrient needs a…

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200: Ross Cobb - Cobb Wines 1:08:26

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Located on the true Sonoma Coast, Ross Cobb of Cobb Wines tackles the intricate challenges of vineyard management and unpredictable weather. Ross farms his family’s Coastland Vineyard, planted to Pinot Noir, one of the oldest plantings of Pinot in Sonoma County. Our discussion ran the gamut between farming and Ross’ experiments in the cellar. Ross …

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199: Rob Perman - Free Flow 51:51

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In this episode, we welcome Rob Perman, Vice President of Operations at Free Flow Wines, to share the world of wine kegging. We discuss the technical aspects of wine kegging, such as sanitation, oxygen management, and logistics, and how Free Flow Wines has grown from a small operation to a leader in custom kegging services. Rob explains the benefit…

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198: Cole Ballentine - William Cole Vineyards 1:02:51

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Explore the rich history and innovative future of Napa Valley winemaking in this episode with Cole Ballentine from William Cole Vineyards. As a fifth-generation winemaker, Cole discusses his family's path of changing a ghost winery into a thriving vineyard, emphasizing the blend of tradition and modernity in their craft. Learn about the strategic e…

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197: Jack Sporer - Fresh Wine Co 1:00:37

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Join us on an exploration into the realm of organic and natural winemaking with Jack Sporer, the visionary behind Fresh Wine Co. and Magnolia Wine Services. Learn how his upbringing in a family vineyard in Sonoma Valley blossomed into a passion for organic viticulture and thoughtful intervention methods. Jack discusses the challenges and successes …

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196: Kent Callaghan - Callaghan Vineyards 46:28

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Discover the untapped potential of Arizona winemaking as Kent Callaghan, a pioneer in the Sonoita Valley, shares his approach to crafting exceptional wines in a region south of Tucson. In this episode, Kent explores the distinct challenges of Arizona's high-altitude landscapes, from managing diverse grape varieties to navigating the state's unpredi…

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195: Todd Bostock - Dos Cabezas WineWorks 1:03:15

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Discover the innovative world of Arizona winemaking through the eyes of Todd Bostock from Dos Cabezas WineWorks. Todd shares his entry into the winemaking industry, highlighting the challenges and opportunities of crafting wines in the Sonoita Valley's diverse climates and soils. We discuss the impact of regional diversity on grape varieties and th…

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194: Stu Ake - The Wine Foundry 58:09

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Stu Ake from The Wine Foundry joins us to discuss the art of personalized custom-crush winemaking. Stu shares his journey into winemaking, which began at Crush Pad in San Francisco. The episode covers the opportunites that The Wine Foundry provides, the logistics and creativity involved in crafting small batches of wine, emphasizing how younger gen…

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193: Noah Chichester - Wines of Galicia 56:15

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In this episode, Noah Chichester, a specialist in Galician wines, guides us through the vineyards of Galicia, Spain. Raised in Potsdam, NY, Noah shares how his passion for Galician wines was sparked by his Spanish-influenced upbringing. The discussion covers the distinct grape varieties of Galicia, such as Albariño and Godello, and the unique chall…

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192: Sarah Placella - Root Applied Sciences 1:07:06

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In this episode, we have the honor of having a conversation with Sarah Placella, founder of Root Applied Sciences, to explore sustainable vineyard management through innovative technologies. We discuss the role of spore traps in detecting powdery mildew, enabling grape growers to reduce chemical use while maintaining vineyard health. The episode di…

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191: Kurtis Ogasawara - Robert Mondavi Winery 52:21

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In this episode, we have a conversation with Kurtis Ogasawara, the Director of Winemaking at Robert Mondavi Winery. Kurtis shares his expertise into the challenges and successes of managing such a prestigious winery in Napa Valley. The discussion covers the winery's rich history, including the legacy of Robert Mondavi. Listeners will gain a deeper …

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190: Guillaume Maugeais - Oak Trees, Barrels, and Tanks 1:34:51

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This episode features a conversation with Guillaume Maugeais, a seasoned barrel cooper and winemaker with a diverse background in the global wine industry. Guillaume shares his journey from becoming a copper in Burgundy to exploring winemaking across continents, including his experiences in Cognac, New Zealand, Australia and California. We discuss …

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189: Neza Skrt - Aiurri Winery 1:06:34

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In this episode, we explore the journey of Neza Skrt, a pioneering winemaker who transitioned from biotechnology in Slovenia to leading innovative winemaking practices in La Rioja, Spain. At the forefront of the Aiurri Winery, Skrt shares her insights on blending tradition with modern techniques, emphasizing sustainable viticulture amidst the chall…

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188: Winemaking Tools 35:35

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This episode is dedicated to some cellar Q&A and a highlight covering three key winemaking tools. Listeners will learn about managing sulfur consistency, dissolved oxygen, and free SO2 levels to maintain wine quality. The episode highlights essential winemaking tools, such as the densitometer and optical sorter, which aid fermentation tracking and …

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187: Germán di Cesare - Bodega Trivento 55:51

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In this episode, Germán di Cesare from Bodega Trivento shares his journey in Argentinian winemaking, focusing on innovations like the creation of white Malbec. Growing up in Mendoza, Germán's passion for wine was influenced by local traditions and his family's vineyard roots. He discusses the unique climate challenges in Mendoza, the importance of …

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186: Núria Artiaga - Recaredo 54:10

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In this episode, we explore the innovative and traditional aspects of sparkling wine production with guest Núria Artiaga. Núria, a winemaker in Spain's Penedès region, shares her journey into the unique grape varieties and winemaking philosophies at Recaredo. The episode goes into the Spanish grapes used to make Cava, the transition to Brut Nature,…

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185: Kelli White - Wine Confident 1:03:32

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Kelli White, a renowned wine educator and author, shares her expertise on wine education and industry innovations in this episode. She discusses her journey as a sommelier at PRESS Restaurant in St. Helena and her book "Wine Confident." The conversation explores various topics, including the complexities of the wine industry, the role of sommeliers…

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184: Matt Courtney - Arista Winery and Ferren Wines 1:07:16

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In this episode, expert winemaker Matt Courtney discusses the intersection of tradition and technology in California winemaking. Matt recounts his journey from casual restaurant work to crafting high-end wines with a focus on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The conversation explores the Burgundian influence on California wines, the distinct characterist…

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183: Harvest Chemistry Panels 51:06

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This episode is a discussion of juice and wine chemistries focusing on harvest winemaking. Chemistries covered include the essential elements like pH, titratable acidity, Nitrogen, sugars, and ethanol. Actual chemistry panels are discussed in great detail with the goal of making these technical concepts accessible for casual winemakers and professi…

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182: Ten Years of Inside Winemaking 26:58

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This episode is very special because it’s the 10-year anniversary episode of Inside Winemaking! I'm deeply grateful for the support from you — the listeners, as well as the incredible guests and generous sponsors who have been with me throughout this decade. Over the course of 182 episodes, featuring more than 175 amazing guests, we’ve had the priv…

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181: Shawn DeMartino - Sentinel Vine Manager 1:06:30

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In this episode, winemaker Shawn DeMartino shares his journey from Argentina to becoming a winemaker in Napa Valley. He discusses his experiences working with renowned mentors and the significance of hands-on learning in winemaking. Shawn also highlights his innovative work building the Sentinel Vine Manager app, a program leveraging high fidelity …

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180: Dan Person - Carboniste 1:07:51

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Dan Person of Carboniste discusses the art and science of sparkling winemaking in this episode. The conversation covers technical aspects of winemaking, including sugar and CO2 pressure management in Pet-nat production, the impact of acidity and pH on wine quality, and the evolution of American sparkling wines. Dan also talks about the unique packa…

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179: Jon-Michial Carter - Carter Family Wines 1:07:32

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In this episode, winemaker Jon-Michial Carter shares first-hand knowledge on building a successful boutique winery, emphasizing the importance of direct-to-consumer (D2C) sales and personal relationships with club members. Jon-Michial discusses his unique business model, which focuses on maintaining quality and personal touches by capping productio…

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178: Peter Devison - Devison Vintners 59:50

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In this episode, we have a conversation with Peter Devison, the winemaker behind Devison Vintners, as he shares how he moved from Vancouver's dining scene to becoming a winemaker in Washington. Peter discusses his winemaking education in New Zealand and the experience that led him to Washington. He explores the challenges and successes of launching…

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177: Britt Richards - Head High Wines 1:01:23

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In this episode, we discuss contemporary winemaking with insights from industry pioneer Britt Richards. Britt Richards of Head High Wines shares her inspiring journey from early influences to hands-on experiences at Fresno State and various esteemed vineyards, highlighting the balance of science and art in crafting exceptional wines. We explore the…

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201: Morgan Twain-Peterson - Bedrock Wine Co. 54:30

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200: Ross Cobb - Cobb Wines 1:08:26

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199: Rob Perman - Free Flow 51:51

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198: Cole Ballentine - William Cole Vineyards 1:02:51

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197: Jack Sporer - Fresh Wine Co 1:00:37

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196: Kent Callaghan - Callaghan Vineyards 46:28

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195: Todd Bostock - Dos Cabezas WineWorks 1:03:15

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194: Stu Ake - The Wine Foundry 58:09

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193: Noah Chichester - Wines of Galicia 56:15

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192: Sarah Placella - Root Applied Sciences 1:07:06

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191: Kurtis Ogasawara - Robert Mondavi Winery 52:21

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190: Guillaume Maugeais - Oak Trees, Barrels, and Tanks 1:34:51

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189: Neza Skrt - Aiurri Winery 1:06:34

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188: Winemaking Tools 35:35

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187: Germán di Cesare - Bodega Trivento 55:51

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186: Núria Artiaga - Recaredo 54:10

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185: Kelli White - Wine Confident 1:03:32

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184: Matt Courtney - Arista Winery and Ferren Wines 1:07:16

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183: Harvest Chemistry Panels 51:06

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182: Ten Years of Inside Winemaking 26:58

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181: Shawn DeMartino - Sentinel Vine Manager 1:06:30

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180: Dan Person - Carboniste 1:07:51

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179: Jon-Michial Carter - Carter Family Wines 1:07:32

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178: Peter Devison - Devison Vintners 59:50

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177: Britt Richards - Head High Wines 1:01:23