Crosby’s Cru

What separates a great season from a lasting legacy? Championships are won in moments. Dynasties are built over generations. This week on Crosby's Cru, we head underground into the Hourglass wine cave with acclaimed Napa Valley winemaker Tony Biagi to explore what it takes to build something that stands the test of time. Over an extraordinary lineup of Hourglass wines—including Sauvignon Blanc, Bl...

What separates champions from everyone else? Is it talent, confidence, discipline—or the ability to think differently when the pressure is highest? This week on Crosby's Cru, we sit down with LPGA legend, two-time major champion, former World No. 1, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and wine producer Cristie Kerr, along with her husband and business partner Erik Stevens. Over four exceptional wines fr...

What wines should we have on hand this summer, and what is the real key to winning this season? Is it the perfect menu? The perfect wine? The perfect backyard? Or is it simply getting the right people together and making the most of it while it’s here? This week on Crosby’s Cru, we’re talking summer traditions old and new—from Green Bay training camps, lake days, and long Wisconsin evenings to bac...

On this episode of Crosby's Cru, we sit down with Rick George for a conversation about leadership, culture, and what it really takes to build something that lasts. From the changing landscape of college athletics to the pressure of leading major programs, Rick shares lessons on standards, decision-making, legacy, and staying grounded through success and adversity. Along the way, we open bottles wi...

In this episode, we’re bringing the tradition, the competition, and a little bit of chaos to the table. We kick things off by diving into a blind tasting chosen from of our NCAA Bracket style Elite Eight wines—from crisp Vinho Verde to Bordeaux powerhouse Château Pontet-Canet. We pair wines with classic Derby food, then head into the two-minute warning: a mint julep build-your-own challenge, compl...

Opening Day in baseball starts with hot dogs and beer... but behind the scenes, it might end with Napa Cabernet and big conversations. In this relaxed livestream-style episode of Crosby's Cru, we talk MLB Opening Day, the hidden wine culture around baseball, and what the executive side of the sport may actually look like through Holly & Keith's connection to Noah Garden. We also get into: Ball...

This week on Crosby’s Cru, football, golf, and wine come together. As we celebrate The Players Championship, we explore the surprising intersection between Mason’s kicking mechanics, golf shot trajectories, and the structure and balance found in great wine. The episode begins with a blind tasting featuring an Anderson Valley Pinot Noir, the Hourglass Blue Line Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, and a clas...

What happens when a Super Bowl champion trades cleats for corkscrews? This week, Mason Crosby welcomes former Packers teammate and Super Bowl champion Will Blackmon to Crosby’s Cru. From sharing a locker room in Green Bay to building Wine MVP and launching his own label, Blackmon Cellars, Will’s journey is a masterclass in reinvention. With the Winter Olympics as our backdrop, we explore the paral...

Co-hosted by winemaker Keith Emerson and wine expert Holly Emerson, this episode dives into the world of Super Tuscans through a blind tasting that puts Mason on the hot seat. We taste two Super Tuscans — one entry-level and one legendary — alongside a domestic red blend with a similarly power-driven style, all while Mason reflects on his own Super Bowl victory. By the end of the episode, you’ll u...

🏈🍷 Playoff Edition Alert! Molly is up for our Pro-Am Blind Tasting! We’re drinking wines that pair with regional cuisine for each of the AFC/NFC contenders and diving into our predictions  Plus: ⚡ 2-Minute Drill on trending wine culture 🍴 Pairings to keep everyone engaged with the game on Play along and see if you can guess the wines! #CrosbysCru #BlindTasting #WineAndFootball #RaiseYourG...

Drew Bledsoe knows what it means to reach the top — early. The youngest quarterback ever named to a Pro Bowl, Drew later saw his very first wine vintage earn a spot on Wine Spectator’s Top 100. In this episode of Crosby’s Cru, Drew shares how excellence, loyalty, and long-standing relationships have shaped both his football career and his winery. From honoring the franchises he played for to givin...

’Tis the Season to Sparkle is your holiday drinking cheat sheet. We go rapid-fire on what wine to bring when you’re showing up as a guest, shake up a festive rosemary-pomegranate cocktail, and dive into the world of bubbles—what sparkling wine is, why Champagne is different, and why it’s the drink of celebration. Along the way, we taste a domestic sparkling, a classic Champagne house bottle, and a...

Tonight, we’re taking you from the crush pad to your Thanksgiving table to the stadium parking lot. We start with a fresh Zinfandel to wrap up the 2025 harvest, then explore different options for your holiday feast. From sparkling to Gewürztraminer to Pinot and Zin, we will experiment to see what we like with turkey and gravy and also pairs with all three NFL games broadcasting on Thursday. Then w...

This week, Mason and Molly Crosby take Crosby’s Cru on the road to Kohler Food & Wine, where they sit down with John Hamel of Hamel Family Wines — a vintner whose philosophy proves that deep roots are built through challenge. From Sonoma to Lambeau, they explore the parallels between dry farming and discipline, football and farming, legacy and land. Our starting lineup — a 2023 Estate Sauvigno...

From blocking blitzes to bottling Zinfandel — this week, Mason and Molly sit down with former Green Bay Packer Tony Moll, co-founder of Three Fat Guys Wine, for a conversation that blends football grit with Sonoma roots. 🍇🏈 Tony shares stories from his NFL days, dives into what inspires his love of wine, and gives us a glimpse into where the TFG’s label is headed.  They sip, swirl, and swap...

🍇 Mason & Molly Crosby team up with Keith & Holly Emerson to taste freshly pressed juice and a legendary 2015 Aida Estate Cabernet. Is harvest more like training camp or the playoffs? We dig into what it really takes behind the scenes — and Mason compares iconic Green Bay Packers teams with unforgettable vintages. 🏈🍷 Plus: debates on the best vintage ever, special Green Bay memories, an...

In this episode of Crosby’s Cru, we’re tackling some of the most persistent myths that keep people from enjoying a glass. From French oak vs. American oak, to whether sugar really matters, to why “legs” don’t mean what you think—and why tannins do—we’re pouring the truth into every glass. Along the way, we’ll taste Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, and some sparkling wine…share a few laughs (and maybe a...

Welcome to Crosby's Cru! In this episode, we sit down with Mark King, a Green Bay native and former president of TaylorMade Golf, Adidas North America, and CEO of Taco Bell. Mark shares his incredible journey from his roots in Wisconsin to leading major companies, and how he cultivated a love for wine along the way. We dive into his wine journey, starting with a grocery store Chardonnay to curatin...

Join hosts Molly and Mason Crosby as they explore the intricate world of winemaking, focusing on two key elements: sulfites and alcohol content. In this episode, they unravel the mystery of sulfites, explaining their natural occurrence and essential role in preserving wine quality. Additionally, they delve into how winemakers determine alcohol content, discussing factors like grape ripeness and fe...

Welcome to the very first episode of Crosby’s Cru! We’re so glad you’re here—whether you're a seasoned wine lover or just here for the snacks and stories. To kick things off, here is our line up that was chosen so that we can discuss different tasting notes in wine: atLarge Sauvignon Blanc, Chalk Hill Chardonnay, Seghesio Zinfandel, and an Emerson Brown Cabernet Sauvignon. It’s a perfect first fli...

While playing for the Green Bay Packers, field goal kicker Mason Crosby saw his life change in many ways. He became a husband to Molly, a father of five, a Super Bowl champion… and just a little bit of a wine snob. With teammates like Charles Woodson—founder of Intercept Wines—and Tony Moll, Jason Spitz, and Darryn Colledge of Three Fat Guys Winery, there was no escaping developing a taste for the...