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Vint Wine Podcast

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228 episodes

3 days ago

In this of episode of Five Questions, Tor Kenward of Tor Wines reflects on nearly 50 years in Napa Valley. From Oakville’s Beckstoffer Dr. Crane and Vine Hill Ranch to Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay, Tor shares his philosophy on single-vineyard Cabernet, the vintages that have defined his career, and the global producers who continue to inspire his palate. For those who live and breathe wine, this conversation offers a concise yet insightful look at one of Napa’s great interpreters of terroir, and ...

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In this of episode of Five Questions, Tor Kenward of Tor Wines reflects on nearly 50 years in Napa Valley. From Oakville’s Beckstoffer Dr. Crane and Vine Hill Ranch to Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay, Tor shares his philosophy on single-vineyard Cabernet, the vintages that have defined his career, and the global producers who continue to inspire his palate. For those who live and breathe wine, this conversation offers a concise yet insightful look at one of Napa’s great interpreters of terroir, and ...

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Society & Culture,

Episodes (20/228)

Vint Wine Podcast

Five Questions with Tor Kenward of TOR Wines, Napa Valley

In this of episode of Five Questions, Tor Kenward of Tor Wines reflects on nearly 50 years in Napa Valley. From Oakville’s Beckstoffer Dr. Crane and Vine Hill Ranch to Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay, Tor shares his philosophy on single-vineyard Cabernet, the vintages that have defined his career, and the global producers who continue to inspire his palate. For those who live and breathe wine, this conversation offers a concise yet insightful look at one of Napa’s great interpreters of terroir, and ...

3 days ago

5 minutes

Vint Wine Podcast

The Rebirth of a Bordeaux Benchmark: Château Lagrange with Matthieu Bordes

Host Billy Galanko sits down with Mathieu Bordes, Managing Director and Head Winemaker at Château Lagrange, to trace the evolution of this Saint-Julien estate, from its 118-hectare contiguous vineyard and meticulous plot-by-plot vinification to four decades of stewardship under Suntory. The conversation highlights vineyard management in the face of climate change, cellar innovations such as conical tanks and rack-and-return, the philosophy behind blending, and the significance of Lagrange’s 4...

5 days ago

53 minutes

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Weekly Wine Report: Final Report (For Now) & Big Podcast Updates

Host Billy Galanko shares an important update about the future of the Vint Wine Podcast. After four and a half years with Vint, he is moving to a new role at Wine.com. This transition means the Weekly Wine Report will pause for now, but interviews and Five Questions episodes will continue as usual. Billy also explains potential rebranding plans and what listeners can expect in the months ahead. Key Topics Final Weekly Wine Report (for now)Billy’s new role at Wine.comPodcast future and potenti...

1 week ago

3 minutes

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Five Questions with Matthieu Bordes of Château LaGrange

In this episode of Five Questions, we sit down with Matthieu Bordes, Managing Director and Winemaker at Château LaGrange in Saint-Julien. Château LaGrange is one of Bordeaux’s most historic Left Bank estates, with a vineyard history dating back to 1607 and one of the largest contiguous blocks of vines in the Médoc. Bordes shares insights into: The vineyard location and grape varieties of Château LaGrangeThe estate’s four pillars: history, authenticity, technical innovation, and uncompromising...

1 week ago

5 minutes

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Loveblock Wine: Organics, Innovation, and a New Vision for Marlborough With Erica Crawford

In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko sits down with Erica Crawford, CEO and co-founder of Loveblock Wines in Marlborough, New Zealand. Wine lovers may recognize her name as the co-founder of Kim Crawford Wines, but with Loveblock she has taken a completely different approach - 100% estate, organically farmed, and crafted for depth, texture, and ageability. Erica shares her remarkable journey from a background in science to pioneering New Zealand wine with her husband K...

1 week ago

52 minutes

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Weekly Wine Report: France’s 2025 Harvest Volumes & Vega Sicilia’s White Wine Project

In this episode of the Weekly Wine Report on the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko takes listeners from the vineyards of France to the green hills of Galicia. The 2025 French harvest volumes are taking shape, showing a modest recovery compared to last year but still trailing the five-year average. Some regions like Burgundy, Jura, and the Loire are bouncing back strongly, while others, including Alsace and Languedoc, remain under pressure. Meanwhile, Spain’s Vega Sicilia, long renowned fo...

2 weeks ago

12 minutes

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Five Questions with Erica Crawford of Loveblock Wines

In this episode of Five Questions on the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko sits down with Erica Crawford, co-founder of the famed New Zealand brand Kim Crawford and now the driving force behind Loveblock Wines in Marlborough. Known for its certified organic vineyards and holistic farming philosophy, Loveblock Wines has become one of the country’s most respected estate producers. Erica shares her perspective on: The vineyards and varietals at Loveblock Wines, from Sauvignon Blanc to Riesli...

2 weeks ago

5 minutes

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Star Wine List: Local Expertise, Global Reach with Founder Krister Bengtsson

In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko sits down with Krister Bengtsson, founder of Star Wine List, the global guide to great wine bars and restaurants. What began in Stockholm in 2017 has since grown into a worldwide network covering more than 45 countries, connecting wine lovers, sommeliers, and professionals to the restaurants and wine bars with the best wine lists. Krister shares his journey from journalism in Sweden to living in Bordeaux and discovering wine culture...

2 weeks ago

45 minutes

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Weekly Wine Report: Place de Bordeaux September Releases & Famous Ancient Roman Wines

In this episode of the Weekly Wine Report on the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko blends current events with wine history to give listeners both context and discovery. From Bordeaux’s modern distribution system to the wines of Ancient Rome, you’ll come away with new insights into how wine connects the present with the past. Highlights: A quick update on the Napa Valley Picket Fire and its impact on the 2025 harvest.An explainer on La Place de Bordeaux, how it works and why top estates ou...

3 weeks ago

21 minutes

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Five Questions with Krister Bengtsson Founder of Star Wine List

In this episode of Five Questions on the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Krister Bengtsson, founder and publisher of Star Wine List, the global guide to great wine bars and restaurants. With coverage in more than 45 countries, Star Wine List connects wine lovers to carefully curated venues chosen by sommeliers and wine professionals. Krister shares his insights on: Why climate change and shifting health narratives are among the most pressing issues in wine todayEmerging regions and countr...

3 weeks ago

5 minutes

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The Vine Maestro: Marco Simonit on Gentle Pruning, Vine Longevity & Terroir Expression

Renowned vineyard consultant Marco Simonit, co-founder of Simonit & Sirch, joins the Vint Wine Podcast to share his philosophy of gentle pruning, a vine-training approach that has transformed modern viticulture. His method emphasizes sap flow, small cuts, and preserving living wood, and building an architecture to extend vineyard life, protect against trunk disease, and unlock the purest expression of terroir. This episode traces Marco’s path from a childhood on his grandparents’ farm to ...

3 weeks ago

55 minutes

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Weekly Wine Report: Château Lafleur Leaves Bordeaux AOC & Napa’s Pickett Fire

Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Weekly Wine Report on the Vint Wine Podcast. Hosted by Billy Galanko, this new segment brings you the week’s most important wine stories, blending news, history, and context to help you discover something new in the world of wine. In this first edition, we cover two major developments: Château Lafleur leaves the Bordeaux AOC system One of Pomerol’s most revered estates will reclassify all six of its wines as Vin de France starting with the 2025 vintage....

4 weeks ago

13 minutes

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Five Questions with Viticulture Legend Marco Simonit

In this episode of Five Questions on the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Marco Simonit, renowned vineyard consultant and co-founder of Simonit & Sirch, to explore his philosophy on vines, pruning, and the human side of winegrowing. Having worked with some of the world’s most prestigious estates, Marco brings a global perspective grounded in deep respect for the vine and terroir expression. 🎧 In this conversation: Why passing vineyard knowledge across generations and team is essential ...

1 month ago

11 minutes

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Domaine Dujac’s Jeremy Seysses on Winemaking Philosophy, Sustainability & The Roots Fund

In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, Billy sits down with Jeremy Seysses of Domaine Dujac, one of Burgundy’s most respected and influential domaines. Founded in 1968 by Jeremy’s father Jacques, Domaine Dujac has grown from just a few hectares in Morey-Saint-Denis to over 20 hectares of some of the Côte d’Or’s most coveted vineyards. Today, Jeremy carries forward that legacy while also shaping a vision for the future of Burgundy. The conversation explores the estate’s history, farming and...

1 month ago

52 minutes

Vint Wine Podcast

Five Questions with Jeremy Seysses of Domaine Dujac

In this Five Questions episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Jeremy Seysses, co-owner and winemaker at the iconic Domaine Dujac in Burgundy. Jeremy shares what sets his wines apart in a region full of celebrated Pinot Noir, offering insight into his whole-cluster fermentation approach and its impact on aromatics and texture. We explore his inspirations beyond Burgundy, from Northern Rhône Syrah to the deep-rooted traditions of Piedmont, and hear stories of memorable vintages—from...

1 month ago

9 minutes

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Mapping the World of Wine: How Steve De Long Brings Wine Regions to Life

In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Steve De Long, founder of De Long Wine and one of the wine world’s leading cartographers, to explore his journey from architecture to creating some of the most detailed and visually compelling wine maps available today. Steve shares how he approaches mapping complex regions, the challenges of working with official wine laws and overlapping appellations, and the growing demand for detailed subregional and single-vineyard maps. He also ...

1 month ago

46 minutes

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Five Questions with Wine Cartographer Steve DeLong

In this episode of Five Questions on the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Steve DeLong, wine cartographer and creator of an iconic Wine Grape Variety Table, to explore his unique perspective on wine. Steve shares what drew him to mapping and documenting wine regions, the underrated grapes and places that deserve more attention, and why Cinsault and Franciacorta have been capturing his interest lately. He also offers his perspective on how parts of the natural wine movement have drifted tow...

1 month ago

7 minutes

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William Kelley on Wine Criticism, the Future of Fine Wine, and Recent Burgundy Vintages

In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko welcomes back William Kelley, Editor in Chief at Wine Advocate, for his first in-depth conversation since taking on the role. From restructuring the critic team and introducing perfumer-led aroma training, to emphasizing vineyard visits as part of the review process, William offers an inside look at how one of the world’s leading wine publications is evolving. The discussion covers scoring philosophy, the risks of score inflation, a...

1 month ago

47 minutes

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Five Questions with William Kelley – Editor in Chief at Wine Advocate

In this episode of Five Questions on the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with William Kelley, Editor-in-Chief of The Wine Advocate and one of the wine world’s most insightful and articulate voices. Based in Beaune, France, William oversees coverage of Bordeaux and Burgundy, and brings a globally respected palate and deep historical perspective to his writing and reviews. 🎧 In this candid, fast-paced conversation, William shares: Why Bordeaux may be the most underrated region today, despite its...

1 month ago

8 minutes

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The Remarkable Wines of Bell Hill Vineyard with Owners & Winegrowers Sherwyn Veldhuizen and Marcel Giesen

In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko sits down with Sherwyn Veldhuizen and Marcel Giesen, the visionary winegrowers behind Bell Hill, one of New Zealand’s most distinctive producers of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. From a chance blind tasting that led Billy to discover their wines, to the couple’s deep Burgundian inspiration and painstaking work establishing Bell Hill on a former limestone quarry in North Canterbury, this conversation explores what makes their wines so co...

1 month ago

56 minutes