Wine Access Unfiltered

A pro tip for buying wine is to familiarize yourself with wine importers since they can be the key to unlocking your next favorite bottle. But how do wine importers go about discovering under-the-radar producers? Our good friends Jonah and Sara Beer of True North Wine Merchants join the program to share their stories from the wine trail and what their secrets are to spotting that next big thing. Plus, don’t miss how an unusual inscription on a wine bottle led them on a path to find their holy grail.

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2022 Diego Morra Pelaverga Verduno

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Caleb Mosley proudly waltzed into his 4th grade class covered in Cabernet stains so it’s no surprise that he’s now the Executive Director of the Napa Valley Grapegrowers. Having worked with some of the most revered vineyards in California, he joins us to discuss how farming impacts what’s in your glass and how understanding its role in the winemaking process can lead to savvier wine buying. From whether “old vines” means anything to how the Napa elite decide what to plant in the vineyard, this episode is your backstage pass into the vineyard. Want access to Napa Valley’s most exclusive experiences, like a walk in the Scarecrow vineyard and a one-of-a-kind vacation on Pritchard Hill? Then don’t miss this episode.

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2022 Bedrock Wine Company Red Wine Nervo Ranch Heritage Alexander Valley

2021 Frog's Leap Winery Zinfandel Napa Valley

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From single vineyard grape selections to ultra-specific techniques, winemakers are taking rosé more seriously than ever. But how do you discern which style is right for you? Raquel Royers—whose viral Instagram videos have earned her (@watchmesip) well over 100M views—has tasted HUNDREDS of rosé’s in her quest to find the best. Join us as Raquel discusses how she spots the best bottles based on the label, why she thinks rosé is the most underrated wine on the planet, and what her favorite bottles are.

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2023 Domaine des Cinq Chemins Grolleau Gris Loire Valley

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On this very special crossover episode, Wine Access Unfiltered host Amanda McCrossin joins Dr. Matthew Horkey’s YouTube channel. He interviews Amanda, who opens up about the first HUGE mistake she made as a sommelier at Press, why one of the world’s most popular wines just can’t be aged, how a particular Chenin blanc makes her think of butterflies getting it on in the garden, and her favorite hack for traveling with wine.

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2022 Gaec Luc et Fabrice Martin L'Aiglerie Savennieres

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When it comes to celebrating, how do you know which wine to choose? Amanda gets thoughts from some of the best in the business—Niki Russ Federman of NYC’s iconic Russ & Daughters, Jasmine Hirsch, Nia Renee Hill, Anthony Giglio, and Master Sommelier June Rodil—at the Aspen Food and Wine Classic. From the value wines they love serving at weddings to rare bottles they’ll never forget, our guests share never-before-heard stories, money-saving tips on finding value-Burgundy, and why a dessert wine might be your best when it comes to aging for the long-haul.

Wine Featured on this Episode

NV Champagne D’Armanville Brut

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Niki Russ Federman

Jasmine Hirsch

Nia Renee Hill

Anthony Giglio

June Rodil, MS

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In this very special episode, Amanda is joined by some of the top vintners and winemakers in the world—from Spottswoode, Shafer, Frogs Leap, Gallica, and Duckhorn—at the Napa Valley Barrel Auction. You’re not going to want to miss their never-before-told stories on their ‘aha moments’ of clarity where something just clicks for them—when wine starts to feel different, more purposeful, more meaningful, more clear—and how those meaningful moments shaped their wine journey. Plus, we dive into why paying attention to yours can be the ultimate key to unlocking your inner savvy wine buyer.

Wine Featured on this Episode

2016 Domaine de Baronarques Limoux Red Languedoc

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Molly Sheppard, Spottswoode Estate

Doug Shafer, Shafer Vineyards

John Williams, Frogs Leap

Rosemary Cakebread, Gallica

Renee Ary, Duckhorn

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If you’ve ordered a bottle of Barolo in the last 20 years, you can probably thank Jeff Porter for that. Despite now being a staple on wine lists and collections, Piedmont wines haven’t always received the same reverence as their French counterparts. Former wine and beverage director for Batali & Bastianich Hospitality—turned Wine Enthusiast writer and reviewer for northern Italy—left NYC to fully immerse himself in the heart of Piemonte. He joins us for an insider’s look at the region: From surprising misnomers about aging Barolo to the best value in the region, this episode takes you way beyond Nebbiolo and deep into the culture, history, and vibe of this iconic region.

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2020 Runchet Nebbiolo Langhe Piedmont

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“If you were stuck with only Australian wine to drink, you would never be bored,” claimed guest Mark Davidson—who has been championing Australia for the better part of 2 decades. His book “The Wines of Australia” focuses on this new world region—which has some of the oldest vines in the world, nearly every grape and style of wine on the planet, and some of the best values in the wine world. Plus, we give you the scoop on the major Burgundy hail storms and discuss why Robert Mondavi is teaming up with an unlikely collaborator. Your savvy wine buying guide to Australian wine starts now.

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2021 The Story "Super G" Grampians, Australia

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Champagne might be the king of bubbly, but that doesn’t mean it’s the surefire option for every situation. Sommelier Matthew Kaner—former SommTV host and current wine correspondent for Men’s Journal—joins us to discuss the unique characteristics of the world’s best sparkling wines and how they can play a starring role … starting with Italy. While Emilia-Romagna might be best known for cars and food—and Venice for Gondolas—both serve as home base for Italy’s most famous apertif-friendly wines. Plus, we talk the challenges for wine writers in today’s landscape and how America became to Prosecco’s greatest ally.

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2022 Fattoria Moretto Canova Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro Emilia-Romagna

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It’s the 5th most planted grape in the world and the most planted white wine grape in California—but sometimes it feels like everyone hates Chardonnay. In this episode we’re diving into this very misunderstood grape variety, how its reputation as an over-oaked sugar cookie is falling by the wayside, and why it’s Amanda’s “desert island grape.” Wine-vlogger and sommelier Cokie of @cokiesworldofwine (over 300k on IG) joins to share some fool-proof tips on spotting bottles you’ll love just by looking at them.

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2019 Adelsheim Vineyard Chardonnay Staking Claim Chehalem Mountains Willamette Valley 

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