Wine Enthusiast Podcast
- Episodes
- 232
- Released
- every two weeks
- Latest episode
- Nov 4, 2026
About the podcast
The Wine Enthusiast Podcast takes you on a tantalizing trip into the world of wine and spirits. Drink up engaging, behind-the-scenes stories reported and recorded by Wine Enthusiast's editors. In each episode, we explore emerging trends, provide educational tidbits, and introduce you to the passionate people who craft, shake, ferment, and pour their beverage of choice. After all—inside every bottle is a story.
Episodes 232
Episode 228: China Is Finally Falling in Love with Its Own Wines
After decades of imported wines ruling the marketplace, China's wine drinkers are discovering the wonders of homegrown reds, whites, and sparklers. Read more at …
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After decades of imported wines ruling the marketplace, China's wine drinkers are discovering the wonders of homegrown reds, whites, and sparklers. Read more at https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/podcasts/wine-enthusiast-podcast/chinese-wine-podcast/.
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Facebook: @WineEnthusiastEpisode 227: An Infamous Cult Nearly Upended Oregon Wine
The Rajneeshees, the 1980s religious group known for taking over a small town and poisoning salad bars, were well on their way to usurping the state’s wine industry, too. Read more at …
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The Rajneeshees, the 1980s religious group known for taking over a small town and poisoning salad bars, were well on their way to usurping the state’s wine industry, too. Read more at https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/podcasts/wine-enthusiast-podcast/rajneeshpuram-wine/.
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Facebook: @WineEnthusiastEpisode 226: How NBA Legend CJ McCollum Turned Wine into the Family Business
McCollum and his wife, Elise, join the WE Podcast to discuss running a family vineyard, the bottle(s) they'd pop if the Hawks took home a championship, and why the NBA is embracing wine. Read more at …
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McCollum and his wife, Elise, join the WE Podcast to discuss running a family vineyard, the bottle(s) they'd pop if the Hawks took home a championship, and why the NBA is embracing wine. Read more at https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/podcasts/wine-enthusiast-podcast/cj-elise-mccollum-winery/.
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Facebook: @WineEnthusiastEpisode 225: What’s Really Going On with Restaurant Wine Pricing?
Wine director Michael Laudenslager and importer Peter Andrews join the Wine Enthusiast Podcast to discuss how restaurant wine pricing became so expensive. Read more at …
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Wine director Michael Laudenslager and importer Peter Andrews join the Wine Enthusiast Podcast to discuss how restaurant wine pricing became so expensive. Read more at https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/podcasts/wine-enthusiast-podcast/restaurant-wine-pricing/
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Facebook: @WineEnthusiastEpisode 224: Franciacorta Is the Sparkling Wine Powerhouse We've Been Waiting For
Writer-at-Large Jeff Porter sits down with Laura Gatti, VP of the Consorzio Franciacorta, to talk tradition, innovation, and bubbles on the WE Podcast.This episode is brought to you by the Consorzio …
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Writer-at-Large Jeff Porter sits down with Laura Gatti, VP of the Consorzio Franciacorta, to talk tradition, innovation, and bubbles on the WE Podcast.
This episode is brought to you by the Consorzio Franciacorta.
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Facebook: @WineEnthusiastEpisode 223: The New Age of Wine Has Begun—Just Ask the SuperVinoBros
Wine Enthusiast 2026 Rising Stars Ryan and Chris Goydos, better known as the SuperVinoBros, are leading the charge of new-age wine advocates who champion sustainability and approachability.Is there a guest you …
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Wine Enthusiast 2026 Rising Stars Ryan and Chris Goydos, better known as the SuperVinoBros, are leading the charge of new-age wine advocates who champion sustainability and approachability.
Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected]. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.For more episodes, check out our website: https://www.wineenthusiast.com/wine-enthusiast-podcast/
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Facebook: @WineEnthusiastEpisode 222: And Just Like That... Sarah Jessica Parker Makes Jalapeño Wine
On this week's episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we couldn't help but wonder: what drew the Sex and the City star to jalapeño Sauvignon Blanc? Listen in to find out.Is there a guest you want us to …
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On this week's episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we couldn't help but wonder: what drew the Sex and the City star to jalapeño Sauvignon Blanc? Listen in to find out.
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Facebook: @WineEnthusiastEpisode 221: 3 Up-and-Coming Italian Wine Regions You Absolutely Need on Your Radar
Magazine Director Ryan Grim sits down with WE Writers-at-Large for a chat about Bardolino, Maremma, and Mamoiada.Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from …
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Magazine Director Ryan Grim sits down with WE Writers-at-Large for a chat about Bardolino, Maremma, and Mamoiada.
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Facebook: @WineEnthusiastEpisode 220: 'It's Meant to Be a Good Time, Guys': Elizabeth Banks Is Over Wine Snobbery
We spoke with Banks and Archer Roose CEO Marian Leitner-Waldman about being women in wine, industry woes, and which wines they (probably) drink in the Hunger Games. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A …
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We spoke with Banks and Archer Roose CEO Marian Leitner-Waldman about being women in wine, industry woes, and which wines they (probably) drink in the Hunger Games.
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Episode 219: Want to Eat and Drink Like a President? We're Not So Sure
On the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we chat with Bennett Rea, creator of Cookin' with Congress, about the Founding Fathers' drinking habits, their weirdest recipes, and how food brings us together. Is there a guest …
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On the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we chat with Bennett Rea, creator of Cookin' with Congress, about the Founding Fathers' drinking habits, their weirdest recipes, and how food brings us together.
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Episode 218: I Transitioned at the Peak of My Wine Career—and Wine Tastes Different Now
We're joined by Tyler Balliet, a wine pro who has spent 20 years changing the way Millennials and Gen Z experience wine. (Remember Rosé Mansion? Yeah, she started that.) She's also one of the few out trans …
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We're joined by Tyler Balliet, a wine pro who has spent 20 years changing the way Millennials and Gen Z experience wine. (Remember Rosé Mansion? Yeah, she started that.) She's also one of the few out trans women in the wine industry. We chatted with Tyler about how her transition–and hormone replacement therapy, specifically–has changed the way she experiences wine, and revealed to her how the industry is failing to make products with women in mind. Tyler told us her take on the "Gen Z is drinking wrong" hysteria, the fascinating history behind the war on sweet wine, and why this June will be an especially meaningful Pride month for her. Listen to learn more.
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Episode 217: Australia's Most Coveted Wine Has No Website, Tasting Room, or Marketing
On this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we chat with WE Australia reviewer Christina Pickard on the myth and magic surrounding Wendouree. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us …
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On this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we chat with WE Australia reviewer Christina Pickard on the myth and magic surrounding Wendouree.
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Episode 216: If ACOTAR Taught Us Anything, It's 'Don't Drink the Faerie Wine'
On this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we chatted with Spirits Podcast co-hosts Amanda McLoughlin and Julia Schifini about all things Faerie wine. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you …
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On this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we chatted with Spirits Podcast co-hosts Amanda McLoughlin and Julia Schifini about all things Faerie wine.
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Episode 215: Moscato d'Asti Is the Moment
Consorzio dell'Asti DOCG director Giacomo Pondini lets us in on why Moscato d'Asti is so much more than a "sweet wine." Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear …
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Consorzio dell'Asti DOCG director Giacomo Pondini lets us in on why Moscato d'Asti is so much more than a "sweet wine."
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Episode 214: Is Oregon the Champagne of America?
On this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we spoke with WE writer-at-large Michael Alberty about "Method Oregon" and the state's top-notch sparklers. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you …
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On this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we spoke with WE writer-at-large Michael Alberty about "Method Oregon" and the state's top-notch sparklers.
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Episode 213: What's Next for the Wine Importer Who Took Down the Trump Tariffs at the Supreme Court?
Amazon or Walmart didn't defeat the tariffs. Victor Schwartz, the small New York-based wine importer who founded VOS Selections, filed suit shortly after they were announced. He took the case all the way to …
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Amazon or Walmart didn't defeat the tariffs. Victor Schwartz, the small New York-based wine importer who founded VOS Selections, filed suit shortly after they were announced. He took the case all the way to Supreme Court and won.
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Episode 212: After 10 Grammy Wins, Norah Jones' Pivot to Wine Is Hitting the Right Notes
With ten Grammy wins and twenty nominations, it's safe to say that Norah Jones has had a successful career in the music industry. The epitome of a multi-hyphenate artist, Jones has released nine solo albums …
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With ten Grammy wins and twenty nominations, it's safe to say that Norah Jones has had a successful career in the music industry. The epitome of a multi-hyphenate artist, Jones has released nine solo albums, made appearances in movies like Wong Kar Wai's My Blueberry Nights and Seth McFarlane's Ted, and now hosts her own podcast, "Norah Jones Is Playing Along." Recently, Jones added another hyphenate to the growing list—she became part-owner of the French winery Maison Wessman, creating a line of wines she calls "This Life."
Now, Jones isn't representing herself as a technical wine expert here—her focus is more based on taste, mood, and gut feeling. In that way, she views the business quite similarly to how she approaches music. There's overlap between the two art forms, and "This Life" seeks to draw a line between them: the rosé and crémant are marketed as "a melody in every glass."
For this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we were lucky enough to have Norah Jones stop by and chat with writer-at-large Matt Kettmann, who reviews wines from California and Languedoc-Roussillon—including Jones' This Life 2024 Crémant de Limoux (which received a score of 91 points). The two touch on how this collaboration came to be, how Jones settled on the "This Life" name, and new projects she has on the horizon.
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Episode 211: Everyone in Hollywood Has a Spirit Brand—But Are They Making Any Money?
After months of debate over who should win "Best Actor," "Best Actress," and "Best Picture" (and "Best Film Editing," for all you cinephiles out there), the results will finally be announced this Sunday evening …
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After months of debate over who should win "Best Actor," "Best Actress," and "Best Picture" (and "Best Film Editing," for all you cinephiles out there), the results will finally be announced this Sunday evening at the 98th Academy Awards ceremony, allowing us to finally fill out our Oscars bingo cards.
But for many movie stars, the end of awards season means they can ramp up outside business ventures—often of the boozy variety. Over the past decade, we've seen countless celebrities launch spirit brands to great success, like George Clooney's Casamigos tequila and Ryan Reynolds' Aviation gin. Some of this year's Oscar nominees have gotten in on the trend, too. Re-watching Song Sung Blue to feel something? Mix up an espresso martini using "Best Actress" nominee Kate Hudson's King St. Vodka. Giving One Battle After Another a chance to prove its 4.2/5 Letterboxd rating? A Paloma with "Best Supporting Actor" nominee Benicio del Toro-backed Perro Verde Mezcal is the perfect pairing.
It's no secret that the spirits industry is in a state of turmoil, as people drink less and purchase less alcohol. So why are celebrities still jumping into the space? And what does it take for their brands to actually be successful? I spoke with Ed Mundy, who heads up beverages research at investment bank and financial services firm Jefferies, to find out.
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Episode 210: Meet the Somm Who Brought Wine to Life in 'Drops of God'
Seb Pradal is a wine Renaissance man—a vin-aissance man, you could say. An acclaimed French sommelier and owner of the Parisian restaurant La Petite Régalade, Pradal also co-owns a wine-importing company that …
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Seb Pradal is a wine Renaissance man—a vin-aissance man, you could say. An acclaimed French sommelier and owner of the Parisian restaurant La Petite Régalade, Pradal also co-owns a wine-importing company that operates in Mexico and Colombia while simultaneously working as a viticultural consultant on estates in Burgundy, Bordeaux, and the Rhône Valley.
As if that weren't enough to keep his iCal full, he's also the head wine consultant on the Apple TV series Drops of God. Pradal works closely with the show's writers and actors to ensure that every wine-related scene is accurate and authentic.
In this episode, Pradal tells us about how he brought his deep wine industry knowledge to the series, his thoughts on the broader challenges facing the industry, and how working on the show has changed his life.Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected]. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Episode 209: Ashley Graham Upended the Fashion World. Next Up? Wine
Supermodel Ashley Graham has already changed the fashion world, and now she's setting her sights on Lambrusco. She joins us this week on the podcast to introduce her newest venture, Lucci: a crisp …
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Supermodel Ashley Graham has already changed the fashion world, and now she's setting her sights on Lambrusco. She joins us this week on the podcast to introduce her newest venture, Lucci: a crisp, fruit-forward Lambrusco. We chatted with the supermodel about the winemaking process, her favorite foods to pair with Lambrusco, Valentine's Day plans, and why the wine world is ripe for disrupting.
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Episode 208: Super Bowl Champion Will Blackmon Proves That Wine and Football Belong Together
Wine and football have been on the same team for some time now, with notable players like Charles Woodson, Drew Bledsoe, and Dan Marino stepping into the world. Joining that lineup is Will Blackmon, former …
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Wine and football have been on the same team for some time now, with notable players like Charles Woodson, Drew Bledsoe, and Dan Marino stepping into the world. Joining that lineup is Will Blackmon, former Super Bowl champion, 12-year NFL veteran, and founder of Blackmon Cellars and The Wine MVP. Will approached wine the same way he approached football: with total commitment. He immersed himself in education, mastering everything from vineyard farming to the business of wine, and on some days could be found tending vines straight after practice. Now, Will remains deeply focused on education—continuing to learn himself while sharing that knowledge with aspiring enthusiasts.
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Episode 207: Sobriety Looks a Little Different for This Sommelier
According to Abe Zarate, known as @sober_somm on Instagram, "sobriety" can mean different things for different people. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear …
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According to Abe Zarate, known as @sober_somm on Instagram, "sobriety" can mean different things for different people.
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Episode 206: Our Resident Cocktail Expert Predicts the Biggest Drink Trends of 2026
From sensory maximalism to heightened drink-flation, we predict the drink trends that could be heading our way in 2026. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear …
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From sensory maximalism to heightened drink-flation, we predict the drink trends that could be heading our way in 2026.
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Episode 205: We Reviewed 25,000 Wines This Year—These Are the Top 3
It's officially the best time of the year—and we're not talking about the holidays. We just dropped The Enthusiast 100, the mother of all year-end wine lists. Every year, our reviewers blind-taste 25,000 wines …
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It's officially the best time of the year—and we're not talking about the holidays. We just dropped The Enthusiast 100, the mother of all year-end wine lists. Every year, our reviewers blind-taste 25,000 wines from all over the world. This annual list, ranked from 100 to 1, celebrates the bottles that impressed us the most in 2025.
For this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we sat down with the writers at large who reviewed the top three bottles on the list. We talked about the visionary winemakers behind them, the history of their regions, and what makes these wines so exceptional and worth seeking out.Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected]. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Episode 204: An Insider's Guide to the Best Drinks at Disney World
You don't have to be a Disney adult to enjoy the growing wine and spirits scene at Disney World. Listen to learn all about Disney's best drinks and all the pro tips you need—including where to watch the …
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You don't have to be a Disney adult to enjoy the growing wine and spirits scene at Disney World. Listen to learn all about Disney's best drinks and all the pro tips you need—including where to watch the fireworks with a martini in hand. We're joined by two professional Disney enthusiasts: AJ Wolfe, author of Disney Adults and the creator of Disney Food Blog, and Shay Spence, a food and travel content creator.
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Episode 203: Two Decades in, Bravo Is a Window Into How America Drinks
Over the past 20 years, Bravo has secured a firm grasp on the reality TV landscape—but it's not just a one-way screen. It's a mirror, too. Drinking culture has evolved dramatically, and that shift is clearly …
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Over the past 20 years, Bravo has secured a firm grasp on the reality TV landscape—but it's not just a one-way screen. It's a mirror, too. Drinking culture has evolved dramatically, and that shift is clearly reflected in the Bravo universe.
In this episode. Wine Enthusiast and Elissa Halperin (writer, producer and Bravo superfan) explore the history of alcohol on Bravo—and the way it mirrors broader societal drinking trends, from moderation to excess to today's era of "wellness."
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Episode 202: 'Witchy' Winemaking Traditions Date Back Millennia
On this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we sit down with historian Julia Schifini of Spirits Podcast to discuss the deep roots of spiritual winemaking practices. Go to WineEnthusiast.com for the latest …
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On this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we sit down with historian Julia Schifini of Spirits Podcast to discuss the deep roots of spiritual winemaking practices.
Go to WineEnthusiast.com for the latest beverage industry coverage and all the tools you need to bring your love of wine to life. And wait, there's more! Get over 70% OFF the original cover price by subscribing to Wine Enthusiast magazine today! FOLLOW US:TikTok: @wineenthusiast
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Episode 201: You Should All Be Drinking Vino Nobile di Montepulciano
It's hard to stand out in a field of giants, and when it comes to Tuscan wine, the landscape is populated by Titans. But Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, crafted from the Sangiovese grape planted around the tiny …
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It's hard to stand out in a field of giants, and when it comes to Tuscan wine, the landscape is populated by Titans. But Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, crafted from the Sangiovese grape planted around the tiny town of Montepulciano, has always managed to catch the eye of connoisseurs. From a Renaissance poet who declared it the king of all wines to the 20th-century legislators who named it alongside Brunello, Barolo, and Barbaresco as one of Italy's first four DOCGs, the quiet giant known as the "noble wine of Montepulciano" never fails to impress.
In this episode of the Wine Enthusiast podcast, brought to you by Avignonesi Winery, writer-at-large and reviewer for Tuscany Danielle Callegari spoke with the operation's CEO and chief winemaker Matteo Giustiniani.
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Episode 200: Why Is Oregon Producing So Many High-Quality, Affordable Wines?
One of the biggest misconceptions people have about wine is that the more you spend on a bottle, the better it will be. The truth is, there is astounding value to be discovered from wine regions around the …
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One of the biggest misconceptions people have about wine is that the more you spend on a bottle, the better it will be. The truth is, there is astounding value to be discovered from wine regions around the world, and you can find great bottles for $20 or less. You just need to know where to look.
Wine Enthusiast's recently published 2025 Top 100 Best Buys list featured a high number of wines from Oregon. On this week's episode, Magazine Director Ryan Grim talks to WE Writer-at-Large Michael Alberty about why—and how—the state is churning out so many high-scoring, budget-friendly bottles.
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Episode 199: In Defense of Grocery Store Wines
In this week's podcast episode, we sit down with Wine Enthusiast Writer-at-Large Emily Saladino to talk Trader Joe's, Costco, Tyler, the Creator, and more. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you …
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In this week's podcast episode, we sit down with Wine Enthusiast Writer-at-Large Emily Saladino to talk Trader Joe's, Costco, Tyler, the Creator, and more.
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