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In a past life, Michael Duffy wore many hats — teacher, writer, editor, scientific researcher, even environmental biologist. 

So how did all those skills come together to make him the wine director behind two of NYC’s hottest Italian restaurants? 

You’ll have to tune in to Episode 289 to find out… 🎧

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“Led by Brad Nugent, Innovative Beverage Strategies is the quiet force behind some of the country’s smartest, most value-packed wine lists—turning a night out into an unforgettable discovery of great bottles at great prices.”

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David Lynch, co-author of Vino Italiano, redefined how Americans understand Italian wine—blending deep regional insight with sharp storytelling to create the definitive guide that became a bible for sommeliers, importers, and curious drinkers alike.

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Clos Cibonne is my pick for favorite rosé of the summer season and for all seasons. The story behind it is a testament to history and innovation. Bonus Track:  I also get to talk with my good friend and market Guru AKA Looper Tuesday about tariffs and sales.

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Every year, a new vintage. A new racehorse. A new bourbon. Pinhook is rewriting the rules of American whiskey — blending tradition with fearless creativity. In this episode, we dive into the brand that treats bourbon like fine wine and backs every bottle with bold character. Meet the visionaries behind the label, the spirit behind the horse, and the reason Pinhook is turning heads in every barrel.

Pinhook Bourbon isn’t just whiskey — it’s a vintage-by-vintage revolution. Tune in for a pour of bold flavor and fearless storytelling.

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Steve Wells didn’t just chase a dream — he bet everything on it. With nothing but grit, a young family in tow, and a thirst for something greater, he drove 3,000 miles across the country to Walla Walla, Washington. No job. No guarantees. Just the bold belief that if he leapt, the net would appear.

Today, he’s crafting some of the most soulful, expressive wines in the region — and every bottle tells a part of that journey.

Click below to read the full story and experience the wines that passion built.

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Audrey Frick, Senior Editor and Wine Critic at JebDunnuck, is one of the most insightful and respected voices in the wine world today. With a sharp palate and a deep understanding of both classic and emerging regions, she brings clarity and precision to her reviews. Whether she’s breaking down the nuances of Oregon Pinot or spotlighting under-the-radar producers, Frick’s insights help shape the conversation for collectors, sommeliers, and wine lovers alike.

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This is the place….great wine, food and vibe. 

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Senhor Uva is tucked in a residential neighborhood just next to Jardim da Estrela, you can find this gem serving up perfectly curated natural wines and equally amazing plant-based food. Chef Stéphanie Audet and Marc Davidson, Quebec-natives have a love of sustainable, fresh and locally-produced wine and food.

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Randall Grahm is one of California’s most visionary and influential winemakers—an iconoclastic pioneer whose creative spirit reshaped the American wine landscape. Bold, intellectual, experimental, Randal Grahm remains an enduring figure in wine: a philosopher-winemaker and relentless terroir hunter whose life’s work has forever shaped how we think about New World wine.

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