Episode 91 - The Supreme Court Might Change How You Buy Wine Forever
Episode 91
Monday, April 13, 2026 • Duration 13:00
In today's episode, we discuss how a major Supreme Court case could reshape direct-to-consumer wine shipping, Coravin celebrates selling its two millionth system, Italian police seize 2.5 million liters of fraudulent wine, and a bizarre human composting controversy stirs debate in California wine country.
This week also features Holus Bolus in Los Olivos, the Beringer Knights Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, and Gulfstream in Newport Beach with a $25 corkage fee.
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Episode 90 - Napa Wineries Are Closing and This Is Just the Start
Episode 90
Monday, April 6, 2026 • Duration 12:02
In today's episode, we discuss California winery closures are accelerating as layoffs spread across Napa, wine tariffs remain uncertain amid ongoing legal battles, and new research explores whether a simple spray could protect grapes from wildfire smoke.
This week's features include Toccata Tasting Room in Solvang, the "La Lama Terzo Movimento" Chianti Classico Riserva 2018, and Vaca Restaurant in Costa Mesa with a $30 per bottle corkage and no limit.
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Episode 81 - Weight Loss Pills Could Be the Next Threat to Alcohol Sales
Episode 81
Monday, February 2, 2026 • Duration 11:21
This week we unpack the Clarke County DRC wine theft and the suspect who vanished overseas, why 2025 wasn't as bleak for California wine as the headlines suggested, and a look back at Wine-Searcher's most-read stories of the year that defined the industry's biggest themes.
Our features include Galante Vineyards, the Hatzidakis Skitali Assyrtiko 2019, and dining at the Eiffel Tower Restaurant with a $50 corkage fee and no bottle limit.
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Episode 80 - Canada's U.S. Liquor Selloff Sparks Buying Frenzy
Episode 80
Monday, January 26, 2026 • Duration 11:33
This week we cover Canada's rush to buy boycotted U.S. liquor stockpiles, a new American Heart Association report linking moderate drinking to heart health, and how Costco has become an unlikely destination for serious wine buyers—plus a look at Saudi Arabia quietly lifting its decades-long booze ban.
Our features include Rombi Wines, the 2021 Viognier from Happy Canyon's Jack McGinley Vineyard in Santa Barbara, and dining at La Bottega del 30 and Masseria with a $75 corkage fee.
Episode 79 - Napa County Approves Vineyard Tastings Outside Traditional Wineries
Episode 79
Monday, January 19, 2026 • Duration 12:18
This week, we cover the quiet dumping of Washington's flagship winery, how Gen Z is reshaping wine buying habits, and the biggest fine wine auctions of 2025—plus a look at Napa County's new pilot program allowing vineyard tastings without on-site wineries.
Our features include Bellante Family Winery, the Clos Saint-Jean Châteauneuf-du-Pape Deus Ex Machina 2021, and dining at Born 8 and Prime 88 with a $30 corkage fee.
Episode 78 - American Wine Industry Is Dying, Will the Government Step In?
Episode 78
Monday, January 12, 2026 • Duration 14:47
In this week's episode, we discuss how fine wine demand grows in Latin America, bulk wine shows unexpected strength, and a major debate emerges over whether the U.S. wine industry deserves a government bailout.
This week's features include Truffle Pig Winery in Temecula, the 2021 Saxum "G2 Vineyard," and Il Refettorio on the Amalfi Coast.
Episode 77 - Disease-Resistant Grapes Offer Hope for Florida Winegrowers
Episode 77
Monday, January 5, 2026 • Duration 13:11
In this week's episode, we discuss how disease-resistant grapes spark hope for a Florida wine renaissance, Vinarchy slashes 60 brands to appeal to younger drinkers, and France pledges $150 million to aid vine uprooting efforts.
This episode also features Weisinger Family Winery in Oregon, the 2022 Rutherford Hill Merlot from Napa Valley, and Hostaria Baccofurore on Italy's Amalfi Coast.
Episode 76 - Millennials Take the Lead as America's Top Wine Drinkers
Episode 76
Monday, December 29, 2025 • Duration 12:36
In this week's episode, we discuss how millennials have officially overtaken Baby Boomers as America's largest wine‑drinking generation, Wine Enthusiast's 2025 Top 100 list is out, and rising alcohol duties are making Europe—especially the UK—one of the most expensive places in the world to drink wine.
This week also features Belle Fiore Winery in Ashland, Oregon, the 2022 Cline Family Cellars Ancient Vines Zinfandel, and a dining stop at Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura in Florence, Italy.
Episode 75 - 2025 Becomes the Year of Abandoned Grapes in Napa Valley
Episode 75
Monday, December 22, 2025 • Duration 15:30
In this week's episode, we discuss how a 416-year-old Tibetan grapevine earns a world record, Napa Valley leaves thousands of acres of grapes unharvested, and the wine industry asks if it's finally hit rock bottom. This week's featured winery is Barton Family Wines in Paso Robles, alongside a 2020 Domaine du Grand Tinel Châteauneuf-du-Pape and a spotlight on Forma restaurant in Civitavecchia, Italy.
Episode 74 - Michelin Goes Global With Its Own Wine Scores
Episode 74
Monday, December 15, 2025 • Duration 16:43
In this episode, we discuss how AI is reshaping wine writing, Michelin is stepping into global wine scoring, and the debate over why wine ratings still matter continues alongside the release of Wine Spectator's Top 100 list. This week's features spotlight the historic Gordon's Wine Bar in London, the 2019 Siboney Cellars "Storm Breaker" Merlot, and Steak & Company in London for a perfect food‑and‑wine finish.
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