Wine Spectator's Straight Talk

We're live at Wine Spectator's New York Wine Experience in this special episode of Straight Talk with host James Molesworth.  He's joined by senior editor for news Mitch Frank, podcast director Rob Taylor and a cast of wine and restaurant industry all-stars that includes chefs José Andrés, Emeril Lagasse and Eric Ripert, Hollywood legend Rich Frank, Tribeca Grill wine director David Gordon, California wine stars Thomas Rivers Brown, Carlo Mondavi, Greg Brewer and more, including a special musical number from our 2023 Video Contest winner.

Stay tuned til the end for James'  sneak peek wine pick and a special Jean-Michel Cazes tribute. And don't miss our Bonus Mini Episode, featuring Thanksgiving wine-pairing advice from our very own Dr. Vinny!

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A podcast from Wine Spectator
Marvin R. Shanken, Editor and Publisher
Host: James Molesworth
Director: Robert Taylor
Producer: Gabriela Saldivia
Guests and appearances: José Andrés, Greg Brewer, Thomas Rivers Brown, Rich Frank, David Gordon, Chris Kajani, Emeril Lagasse, Carlo Mondavi, Eric Ripert, Mitch Frank, Bruce Sanderson and Marvin R. Shanken
Assistant producer, Napa: Elizabeth Redmayne-Titley

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Don't miss this Straight Talk podcast exclusive: Never-before-heard highlights from Wine Spectator editor and publisher Marvin R. Shanken's one-on-one interview with Napa Cabernet legend Chuck Wagner of Caymus Vineyards. Host James Molesworth also welcomes Napa winemaker Maya Dalla Valle to the studio.

Later in the episode, our wine advice columnist Dr. Vinny addresses the old adage that wine improves with age, and stay tuned til the end for James' sneak peek wine pick!

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A podcast from Wine Spectator
Marvin R. Shanken, Editor and Publisher
Host: James Molesworth
Director: Robert Taylor
Producer: Gabriela Saldivia
Guests: Marvin R. Shanken, Chuck Wagner, Maya Dalla Valle and MaryAnn Worobiec (as Dr. Vinny)
Assistant producer, Napa: Elizabeth Redmayne-Titley

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Episode 15 of Wine Spectator's Straight Talk podcast is all about California Cabernet, and host James Molesworth's interview with Napa winemaker Maya Dalla Valle was too fun not to share the whole thing.

Enjoy the full, uncut  Dalla Valle interview, and don't forget to listen to Episode 15 of Straight Talk for our exclusive interview between Wine Spectator editor and publisher Marvin R. Shanken and Chuck Wagner of Caymus Vineyards, plus, our wine advice expert Dr. Vinny addresses the old adage that wine improves with age.

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Marvin R. Shanken, Editor and Publisher
Host: James Molesworth
Director: Robert Taylor
Producer: Gabriela Saldivia
Guest: Maya Dalla Valle
Assistant producer, Napa: Elizabeth Redmayne-Titley

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We're welcoming the one and only Sarah Jessica Parker in this episode of  Wine Spectator's Straight Talk podcast. If you only know her as an award-winning actress and producer, let us show you her winemaking side! Host James Molesworth  welcomes back senior editor MaryAnn Worobiec for a look at the New Zealand wine scene, and senior editor Bruce Sanderson tells us what to look for from Tuscany's latest vintages.

Plus. our mysterious advice columnist Dr. Vinny shares tips on what to do with leftover wine.

Stay tuned til the end for James' sneak peek wine pick—this time with an assist from Bruce!

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A podcast from Wine Spectator
Marvin R. Shanken, Editor and Publisher
Host: James Molesworth
Director: Robert Taylor
Producer: Gabriela Saldivia
Guests: Sarah Jessica Parker, Mitch Frank and MaryAnn Worobiec (as herself and Dr. Vinny)
Assistant producer, Napa: Elizabeth Redmayne-Titley

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We're detouring to Scotland for a look at our Oct. 15 issue cover story: Whisky for Wine Lovers. In episode 13 of Wine Spectator's Straight Talk podcast, host James Molesworth  welcomes back Wine Spectator executive editor Jeffery Lindenmuth, along with Whisky Advocate senior taster Jonny McCormick, for a lively discussion on how and why whisky holds such a strong appeal for wine lovers.

Wine Spectator senior editor for news Mitch Frank returns to tell us about several major winery sales in California's Napa Valley, and our mysterious advice columnist Dr. Vinny refuses to play Old Wine Bottle Antiques Roadshow.

Stay tuned til the end for James'  sneak peek wine pick!

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Marvin R. Shanken, Editor and Publisher
Host: James Molesworth
Director: Robert Taylor
Producer: Gabriela Saldivia
Guests: Jonny McCormick, Mitch Frank and MaryAnn Worobiec (as Dr. Vinny)
Assistant producer, Napa: Elizabeth Redmayne-Titley

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Episode 12 of Wine Spectator's Straight Talk podcast is all about California Pinot Noir, and host James Molesworth's interview with Santa Barbara Pinot Noir star Greg Brewer of Brewer-Clifton was too fun not to share the whole thing.

Enjoy the full, uncut  Brewer interview, and don't forget to listen to Episode 12 of Straight Talk for James' interview with Sonoma winemaking legend Mark Aubert, our wine advice expert Dr. Vinny explains clones, and much more.

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Host: James Molesworth
Director: Robert Taylor
Producer: Gabriela Saldivia
Guest: Greg Brewer
Assistant producer, Napa: Elizabeth Redmayne-Titley

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California Pinot Noir is the star of the show in episode 12 of Wine Spectator's Straight Talk podcast. Host James Molesworth  welcomes Sonoma winemaking legend Mark Aubert and Santa Barbara Pinot Noir star Greg Brewer of Brewer-Clifton.

Later in the episode, our wine advice columnist Dr. Vinny explains vine clones, and stay tuned til the end for James'  sneak peek wine pick!

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Marvin R. Shanken, Editor and Publisher
Host: James Molesworth
Director: Robert Taylor
Producer: Gabriela Saldivia
Guests: Mark Aubert, Greg Brewer and MaryAnn Worobiec (as Dr. Vinny)
Assistant producer, Napa: Elizabeth Redmayne-Titley

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We're celebrating our annual Restaurant Awards with an exclusive interview with chef Thomas Keller and Wine Spectator executive editor Jeffery Lindenmuth. Straight Talk host James Molesworth also welcomes senior editor for news Mitch Frank to catch us up on the latest dining trends.

Later in the episode, our wine advice columnist Dr. Vinny explains the dos and don'ts of bringing wine to a restaurant, and stay tuned til the end for James'  sneak peek wine pick!

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Assistant producer, Napa: Elizabeth Redmayne-Titley

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We're welcoming summer with wall-to-wall California Chardonnay! Straight Talk host James Molesworth welcomes senior editor MaryAnn Worobiec and an all-star cast of winemakers and grapegrowers, including Larry and Chris Hyde, Kistler's Jason Kesner and Arista and Ferren's Matt Courtney.

Later in the episode, our wine advice columnist Dr. Vinny walks us through some dinner party etiquette, and stay tuned til the end for James'  sneak peek wine pick!

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Host: James Molesworth
Director: Robert Taylor
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Assistant producer, Napa: Elizabeth Redmayne-Titley

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Is the 2022 Bordeaux hype for real? Straight Talk host James Molesworth just returned from the Médoc, where he tasted hundreds of these young wines; don't miss his take on this highly regarded new vintage. Plus, senior editor for news Mitch Frank introduces us to Auberge Resorts Collection CEO Craig Reid, and legendary California and Oregon Pinot Noir pioneer Tony Soter chats with senior editor Tim Fish.

Later in the episode, our wine advice columnist Dr. Vinny tells us about wineglass etiquette, and stay tuned til the end for James'  sneak peek wine pick!

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Director: Robert Taylor
Producer: Gabriela Saldivia
Guests: Craig Reid, Tony Soter, Tim Fish, Mitch Frank, and MaryAnn Worobiec (as Dr. Vinny)
Assistant producer, Napa: Elizabeth Redmayne-Titley

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