Vine to Mind Podcast

Piedmont, Italy is largely recognized for powerful expressions of Nebbiolo, but did you know that Moscato is the most planted grape in this region? Asti DOCG and Moscato d’Asti DOCGs produce some of the world’s most beautiful, delicate and fresh wines. Tune into this episode as we uncover the unique winemaking styles implemented to produce such wines.

Virginia is more than just a place for lovers and blue crab, it is also home to some incredible wines. Tune in and learn more about this on-the-rise winegrowing state. Enjoy!

You may consider yourself an expert on all things still wine, but that doesn't matter on this edition of the trivia series. Tune in and test your knowledge of sparkling, fortified, and dessert style wines. Good luck and enjoy!

It's Beaujolais Nouveau day -- one of Maddie and Ethan's favorite holidays! Celebrate the right way by cracking open a bottle of Gamay and enjoy another episode of the Vine to Mind Podcast.

Are you fan of blends? Have you ever wondered how blending wines began or what is even considered a blended wine? Find out more by tuning into this edition of the Vine to Mind Podcast as Maddie and Ethan take a deep dive into the world of wine blends. Enjoy!

Ever wondered what Maddie and Ethan are drinking? Find out yourself by testing your knowledge on this weeks Trivia episode. Good luck!

For centuries Montalcino’s potential was untapped, but it quickly rose to the ranks on the world stage of wine regions. Producing pure, age worthy expressions of Sangiovese, discover the wine styles of Montalcino and why Maddie and Ethan have grown to love this wine region through and through.

A much anticipated episode! Join Maddie and Ethan as they sit down with Landon Donley -- winemaker for Trinchero Napa Valley in St. Helena, California. Tune in as Landon shares his winemaking philosophy, his journey in the industry, and even a short story about his childhood role in Hollywood. Enjoy!

Tasting wine can be much more complex than we think, yet it is vital for us to know how to do it correctly in order to understand why we enjoy certain wines. It is also a fun party trick! Learn how and why we evaluate wines on this weeks' episode of the Podcast. Enjoy!

As the days get warmer, the need for a well crafted, refreshing cocktail becomes so much stronger. Test your mixology knowledge on this week's episode. Good luck!