Vine to Mind Podcast

If you have not caught on yet, Maddie and Ethan are enthusiasts of acidic white wines, one of which being Albariño. Tune in to learn more about the origin and styles of Albariño produced in Spain and beyond. Enjoy!

The Vice President of Trade Relations for one of the largest and most successful family owned-and-operated wine companies in the world and a true southern gentlemen bringing nearly 30 years of experience. A true inspiration to all of us in the wine industry. A 4,000 maximum character limit just isn't enough to describe this incredible individual. Tune in as Mr. Barry Wiss joins Maddie & Ethan as they discuss wine, food, traveling, and all the other great things that enhance our lives. Stick around for when Barry completely stumps M&E with a unicorn bottle from his own cellar. Enjoy!

Wine Laws & Regulations -- a topic so difficult yet so important in the wine industry. Test your knowledge on this edition of the Trivia series. Good luck!

We have all enjoyed a wine that has notes of vanilla, baking spices, and toasted cedar. In fact, these beautiful aromas are not coming from the grapes that made the wine. Instead, these pleasant aromas are derived from the oak barrel the wine was aged in. Ever wonder how oak became so prevalent in the wine & spirits industry? Join Maddie & Ethan as they dive deeper into the history, production, and use of oak barrels in the beverage industry. Enjoy!

Did you know that Lodi accounts for nearly 20% of California's total wine production? This large & abundant AVA has history dating back to the gold rush and was once known as the watermelon capital of the U.S. Join Maddie & Ethan as they dive deeper into this great up-and-coming wine region. Enjoy!

Tune in as Maddie & Ethan enjoy some Pisco Sours & Ceviche while they test your knowledge on South American wines. Cheers & good luck!

Napa Valley is one of the most notable wine regions around the world. Today, nearly 50% of the Valley is planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, but that has not always been the case. Tune in as Maddie & Ethan discuss the evolution of wine styles in the Napa Valley.

On this episode, Maddie & Ethan explore the beautiful pink world of rosé. Please enjoy as they discuss a wine style that has taken the world by storm and pairs perfectly with any food or any situation.

Tune in for another episode of the Trivia series. In this rendition, Maddie and Ethan test your knowledge of grape varieties and their familiar (or unfamiliar) alter egos. Good luck and enjoy!

Join Maddie and Ethan as they discuss a trip they made last fall through all the broccoli and cabbage fields towards one of their favorite Pinot Noir and Chardonnay regions in the Central Coast... Santa Lucia Highlands! Enjoy.

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