Podcasts about founding winemaker

This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Pam Starr, Founding Winemaker and Owner, Crocker & Starr, Napa Valley, defining “The Cycle”.  Learn more by visiting www.crockerstarr.com

This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Pam Starr, Founding Winemaker and Owner, Crocker & Starr, Napa Valley defining the term “The Cycle”.  Learn more by visiting www.crockerstarr.com

When a winery has skilled leadership as well as a sense of humor, the sky is the limit. Pam Starr is Owner and Founding Winemaker and Cyrus Hazzard is Partner and President at Crocker & Starr in Napa Valley. Spirited conversation, exceptional tastings and lots of laughs are at the heart of these two leaders. [...]

A dog friendly winery, Paso Robles, Malbec and interview with Damian Grindley, Owner & Founding winemaker of Brecon Estate in Paso Robles. ON THE ROAD with mrCAwine is about California's cool, aspirational lifestyle and awesome wines hosted by Chuck Cramer, a California native, living in London and is the Director of European & Asia sales & marketing, Terlato Wines. This is a wine journey covering the hottest topics in the business of California wine, chatting along the way with the people who work in wine, and make it all happen. This week's episode includes an interview with Damian Grindley, Brecon Estate in Paso Robles. 

In this episode of Bend Don't Break, host Aaron Switzer chats with Melissa Burr, Founding Winemaker of Stoller Family Estate, about her fascinating journey from studying naturopathic medicine to becoming a trailblazer in the Oregon wine industry. An Oregon native, Melissa discovered her passion for winemaking while pursuing her Bachelor of Science degree at Portland State University. She further honed her craft through studies at Oregon State University and hands-on experience at local wineries, ultimately setting her sights on a career that would transform the region's wine scene.

Our last visit with Stoller Wine Group’s Melissa Burr was back in March of 2018. Needless to say we were well overdue to catch up with this extraordinary winemaker. Melissa’s new title is Founding Winemaker and after 20 years with Stoller she has grown along way with this Oregon winery . I caught up with [...]

If yo u cannot see the audio controls, listen/download the audio file here GUEST LINE-UP:Wes Hagen - Estate Host & Wine Sales, Native9 And Ranchos De Ontiveros Wines Mike Sinor - Winemaker/Proprietor, Sinor Lavallee | Founding Winemaker, Ancient Peaks Winery  

On this segment of our Vino Lingo series we feature Pam Starr, Owner & Founding Winemaker, Crocker & Starr, Napa Valley, defining the term “Garrigue”.  Learn more at www.crockerstarr.com.

Hanging out with Winemaker Pam Starr is great fun as well as a great interview. I learn from her and I laugh with her. Pam’s winemaking smarts and leadership have made Crocker & Starr one of Napa Valley’s leading small producers. Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon Blanc and bubbles, among others, makes the tasting room a must [...]

In today's episode, let me introduce you to Mike Sinor, Founding Winemaker of Ancient Peaks Winery. Raised in Visalia, California, Mike attended college at Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, where he financed his education by working at several local wineries— an experience that ignited his career in winemaking. As Ancient Peaks' founding winemaker, Mike was an integral force in the establishment of the winery. He came in as one of the Central Coast's highest-rated winemakers and immediately reinforced that reputation with Ancient Peaks' 2006 Zinfandel (93 points, Wine Spectator) and many wines thereafter. Today, Mike continues to direct the quality and style of Ancient Peaks wines, and he maintains a guiding hand in the winery's estate Margarita Vineyard. Let's dive into his wine story!   [00:01 – 09:45] Falling in Love with Winemaking Mike shares his wine origin story Not growing up with classic food or wine and ended up working for six small brand wineries How El Paso de Robles is a great place to be about wine - still the Wild West [09:46 – 23:05] The Backstory of Ancient Peaks Winery The birth of Ancient Peaks Winery - at the right place and the right time Building connections to invite opportunities in the wine industry Mike explains the realities of the grower and winemaker processes [23:06 – 28:26] Work Hard and Have an Open Mind Mike talks about their wines Dealing with extremes - adapting and overcoming Do not make excuses and dedicate yourself to your passion [28:27 – 33:37] Closing Segment Learn everything you need to grow your wine, business, or brand with Wine Business Bootcamp where I help other wine producers master the fundamentals of digital marketing, nail their customer experience, and convert more wine tasters into their wine clubs and other offers. Just send me a dm or email at kris@krislevy.comwith the subject: Wine Business Bootcamp Favorite Wine Favorite go-to pairing Tri-tip with salsa and Ancient Peaks' Renegade Wine Resource Internet YouTube Podcasts Connect with Mike Website: https://ancientpeaks.com/    Let's continue the Everyday Wine Conversations and connect with me through Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, or feel free to shoot me an email at kris@krislevy.co. You can also check out my website at ​www.​klevywineco.com. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK! LEAVE A REVIEW + help us get the word out there! Share this podcast to someone who wants to join the wine conversations. Go ahead and take a screenshot, share this to your stories, and tag me on Instagram!  JOIN THE CLUB through this link and handpick wines every month, from up and coming wineries, winemaker owned brands and wineries with unique stories while supporting those wineries directly. You can also join our Facebook Group to connect with other wine lovers, get special tips and tricks, and take your wine knowledge to a whole new level.   Tweetable Quotes: “I knew where I was going. I knew I wanted to work for a great winemaker… I went to Cal Poly to be an educator… You know, I think education is a great part of life.”  - Mike Sinor “Understand what it takes, details to make great wine, to grow wine… It takes years to get the reputation, to get the contacts, and the network, you know?... It's a grind, and it really is a grind.”  - Mike Sinor  

Is it possible to say we use the word “passion” too often? Not really. Winemakers like Pam Starr are the very definition of passion. She’s also great fun to chat with! Pam has been a dear friend for many years and a loyal follower of the podcast. Each time we talk we realize it can [...]

Do you know the rich and royal history behind Zinfandel? How does the air in a vineyard affect the flavours you taste in its wine? Why did Zinfandel become such a sensation in North America? What does mythology have to do with Ravenswood wine? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with the Godfather of Zin, Joel Peterson, founder and winemaker of Ravenswood Winery.   Highlights Why did Joel's father involve him in wine tastings as a child? What sort of colourful tasting notes would you read in Joel's father's wine club newsletters? What's the less-than-catchy name you'd use for the Zinfandel grape in it's home country of Croatia? When would you find the first historical reference to the Zinfandel grape? How is Zinfandel connected to Old World royalty? What makes Croatia a great grape-growing region? What do you need to know about "founder grapes"? How did Zinfandel come to the United States? What history can you taste in Ravenswood Vinters Blend Zinfandel? What unbelievable raven encounter led to Joel's connection to them as a totem? How did an opera inspire the name Ravenswood? In which areas of mythology would you find references to ravens? Why you will love a pairing of baby back ribs and Ravenswood Zinfandel blends? Which climatic features make Lodi an ideal grape-growing area? How does your tasting experience differ between Ravenswood Vintners Blend and Ravenswood Old Vine Zinfandel? Why do you often find higher alcohol content in Zinfandels? How do you find the "sweet spot" for wine which has the perfect balance? What do you taste differently with wines made with the punch down versus pump over techniques? How does "airroir" impact your experience with wine? What makes a field blend different from single grape wines? Which annual charity event will you find Joel at without fail? What influence does growing up with two superstar chemists as your parents have on you?   Key Takeaways The historical roots of Zinfandel and its links to Croatia when it was part of the Austria-Hungarian empire as well as Venetian courts is fascinating, as is the detective work to establish the grape’s true heritage and parentage. Zinfandel's history goes back to 1488, and it’s one of the 12 founding grapes of all wine grapes. Why Lodi makes such great Zinfandel with its deep, sandy soils that were once part of an ancient ocean bed. This produces larger grape clusters with smaller skin to flesh rations resulting in less harsh tannins, and a smoother, juicier, fruitier wine. How wine achieves sweet spots of different alcohol levels, where everything is in balance i.e. the fruit and acidity say at 13.8% alcohol but maybe not at 13.9%. The concept of "airroir" is fascinating and something I want to explore more in the wines I taste in terms of their influences. Joel’s story about tasting wines as a child and learning to identify aromas, not just apples, but the type of apples by smelling and eating them. That’s how we all can learn to be better sniffers and tasters. The story of Ravenswood name, including all of the raven folklore in Poe and Odin.   About Joel Peterson In 1976 Joel founded Ravenswood in partnership with fellow wine lover Reed Foster, a Harvard MBA who handled the green stuff while Joel oversaw the red stuff. In the ensuing years, Joel had dual careers, working nights and weekends in the lab as he built the winery during the daylight hours. In 1977, he’d left his job in San Francisco and moved to Sonoma to work in the clinical lab at Sonoma Valley Hospital. He didn’t quit that job until 1992, a few years after the winery turned its first profit and Robert Parker pronounced Ravenswood wines “first class – bold, dramatic and complex.” Today, Joel works with 100+ northern California growers who provide grapes for Ravenswood, consulting on irrigation methods, cultivation practices, cropping levels, and a slew of other vineyard management issues. This attention in the field, coupled with the fact that Ravenswood is one of the few wineries that has had the philosophical and winemaking skill of one winemaker for over 30 years, contributes to a consistency of quality and style rarely found in California. Joel is a current member and former president of the Sonoma Valley Vintners and Growers Alliance (S.V.V.G.A.) and is on the Board of Directors for the Sonoma County Vintners. He is a founding Board member and former two-time President of Zinfandel Advocates and Producers (Z.A.P.). Joel is also a Senior Vice President with Constellation Wines US. A rakish raconteur (and provocateur) whose erudition and down-to-earth enthusiasm make him an articulate spokesman for the winery (and sometime-heckler of the wine industry), Joel is a stylistic trendsetter who helped make Zinfandel the runaway phenomenon it is today. Along the way, the raven maven (dubbed “the Godfather of Zin” by one media wag) has built a legacy of enjoying wine with grins and gusto.           To learn more about the resources mentioned in this episode, visit the https://www.nataliemaclean.com/104.

Anuschka Rees is author of "Beyond Beautiful: A Practical Guide to Being Happy, Confident, and You in a Looks-Obsessed World." She discusses how to boost you self-image and forget your (perceived) flaws. www.anuschkarees.com. Eileen Crane is CEO and Founding Winemaker for Domaine Carneros in California, known for its exceptional sparkling wines. She discusses her career in wine and the visitor experience at Domaine Carneros. www.domainecarneros.com #FearlessFabulousYouThis show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

John is Founding Winemaker and an owner of Trinity Hill with more than 35 years of experience in New Zealand, Australia and France and is the founding winemaker for one of New Zealand’s early wine successes, Morton Estate, John has produced a number of award-winning wines. Part 2 of 2.

John is Founding Winemaker and an owner of Trinity Hill with more than 35 years of experience in New Zealand, Australia and France and is the founding winemaker for one of New Zealand’s early wine successes, Morton Estate, John has produced a number of award-winning wines. Part 1 of 2.

Chef Floyd Cardoz has redefined modern Indian cooking in both the USA and India. Owner of Paowalla in New York City and Bombay Canteen in Mumbai, Floyd came to prominence as Executive Chef/Partner at Tabla restaurant. He's author of "Flavorwalla" and "One Spice, Two Spice." Recognized as "America's doyenne of sparking wine," Eileen Crane is CEO/Founding Winemaker at Domaine Carneros in Napa Valley (owned by the Taittinger family). She concentrates on making classically elegant sparkling wines.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Join Teena and Eileen Crane, C.E.O. and Founding Winemaker of Domaine Carneros, as they discuss how a “nice girl” from suburban New Jersey became one of the top vinterners in Napa Valley California. www.domainecarneros.com … Read more about this episode...