Wine Access Unfiltered

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Wine Access Unfiltered episodes

April 15, 2021 Steve Byrne
Comedian Steve Byrne joins us to discuss how to work a room... and dig yourself out. Join us as we give him tips on how to impress his good friend and wine lover Vince Vaughn (who makes a surprise visit), despite not knowing much about wine himself. Just like that time he hosted the CMA red carpet show despite knowing nothing about country music... except Garth Brooks.

Wines from the show:
2018 Teeter Totter, Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
2018 Masseto, 'Massetino'

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1 hr 12 min
April 01, 2021 Butch Walker
Pop-rock maestro Butch Walker has written and produced hits by Panic! at the Disco, Avril Lavigne, Pink, and many more—and in the newest episode of Wine Access Unfiltered, we pop a few bottles with him. Butch fills us in the Bordeaux that got him started, his Super-Tuscan splurges, and how the corkscrew only comes out AFTER the studio session is done for the day.

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50 min
March 19, 2021 Stipe Miocic
Episode 16 on Wine Access Unfiltered is a total knockout. We’re joined by firefighter, family man, and 2X reigning UFC Heavyweight Champion Stipe Miocic, who shares his tips and tricks for doing it all... and keeping wine on the menu.

Wines from the show:
2016 Matt Morris 'Ode to Bonarda'
2018 Radio Silence, Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

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38 min
March 04, 2021 Amar'e Stoudemire
Amar'e Stoudemire lives large, and this week he’s sharing everything from his Cabernet savvy to fashion advice with Vanessa and Amanda. The NBA Superstar and modern day philosopher joins us from Brooklyn to dish on all things basketball, becoming a vintner on two continents, and the truth about his infamous pastime: bathing in wine. Pop a bottle and join us for a discussion to remember.

Wines from the show:
2018 La Pelle Cabernet Sauvignon
2016 E. Guigal Chateau D’ Ampuis Côte-Rôtie

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46 min
February 11, 2021 Dusty Baker
It’s OK to be nervous, but don’t be scared.” That’s Dusty Baker’s advice on baseball and ours on wine—two of America’s favorite pastimes. This World Series champ joins Master of Wine Vanessa Conlin and Amanda McCrossin to dish on everything from the Houston Astros to Mondavi family secrets, his love of Zinfandel, and launching a wine with Hank Aaron not far from our Napa backyard.
Wines from the show:
2015 Portofolio 'Limited Edition' Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
2018 Williams Selyem Zinfandel, Papera Vineyard, Russian River Valley
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1 hr 22 min
February 04, 2021 Kamal Hotchandani
This week we’re uncorking the best of the best with Haute Living CEO Kamal Hotchandani. This media mogul not only swears by wine as a “performance enhancer” and is the ultimate entertainer. On this episode, Kamal teaches us the secret to selecting the perfect wine and dishes on star athletes like his wine mentor Kevin Durant and Kobe Bryant.

Wines from the show:
2014 Heitz Martha's Vineyard, Napa Valley
2018 Cristom Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley
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53 min
January 28, 2021 I Mom So Hard
You may have seen them in the New York Times or at a sold-out show, but we can guarantee you’ve never heard #IMomSoHard hosts Kristen Hensley and Jen Smedley like this. From their tale of the $150 bottle of Barefoot to the value of screw cap wines while juggling toddlers, this laugh-out-loud episode is filled with down to earth alternatives to the same-old wines. Grab a glass, you won’t want to miss this.

Wines from the show:
2017 Martin Ray Vineyards & Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Cruz Mountains
2018 Broglia La Meirana Gavi di Gavi Italy
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1 hr 1 min
January 14, 2021 Maurice Jones-Drew
NFL star Maurice Jones-Drew joins Amanda and Vanessa to discuss the wine culture, the joy of "Rookie Dinners" and his liquid epiphany over a round of one-of-a-kind White Burgundy.
Wines from the show:
2016 Schramsberg Vineyards Blanc de Blancs Brut North Coast California
Domaine Thierry & Pascal Matrot Meursault
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54 min
January 07, 2021 Adam Davidson
There's more to the wine business than tasting notes and vineyard tours, as NPR Planet Money founder (and wine aficionado) explains on the latest edition of Wine Access Unfiltered. Adam reveals why wine is a "model market" and unveils not just his passion for the good stuff, but the intricacies of the wine biz--including secrets every savvy wine lover should know.
Wines from the show:
2016 Paul Jaboulet Aine Domaine de Roure Crozes Hermitage
2017 Domaine Jean Grivot Échezeaux Grand Cru Burgundy France
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1 hr 4 min
December 17, 2020 Udonis Haslem
Three-time NBA Champion and Miami Heat Captain Udonis Haslem might be the oldest player in the league, but he's the NBA's newest wine aficionado. This week he joins Amanda and Vanessa with the inside scoop on NBA-Wine Culture, his vinous mentors Jimmy Butler and Dwyane Wade, and how he's scoring major points in the battle against COVID-19.
Wines from the show:
2015 Chateau Pontet-Canet Pauillac
Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Crau

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52 min

About Wine Access Unfiltered

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Wine Access Unfiltered—The Official Podcast and Wine Club of Wine Access—goes deep into what we really love about wine: the intimate moments, unforgettable occasions, and hilarious stories that a great bottle brings about. Hosted by former PRESS wine director and Napa Valley insider Amanda McCrossin with appearances from our team of unrivaled experts, we’re popping our favorite bottles and sharing them with you.