The Story of Wine Podcast - Discover the People & Stories Behind Every Glass

In this episode of The Vint Podcast, Brady and Billy chat with Jon Fine, Editor-in-Chief of The New Wine Review. Jon shares his fascinating journey into the world of wine, discussing how his passion for music and writing shaped his unique perspective. He dives into the inspiration behind The New Wine Review, which aims to demystify wine for enthusiasts of all levels while highlighting lesser-known...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, hosts Billy Galanko and Brady Weller are joined by esteemed authors Don and Petie Kladstrup. The Kladstrups are renowned for their captivating books on the intersection of wine and history, including Wine and War , Champagne Charlie , and Champagne . Together, they discuss the impact of war on the French wine industry, the resilience of winemakers during World...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, hosts Billy Galanko and Brady Weller sit down with Laurence Féraud, the dynamic winemaker and driving force behind Pégau in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Laurence shares her journey in the wine industry, the story of Domaine de Pégau's growth, and the passion that drives her winemaking philosophy. The conversation delves into the complexities of Châteauneuf-du-Pape...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, hosts Billy Galanko and Brady Weller welcome Larry Brooks, a veteran winemaker, author, and former professor. Larry provides listeners with a deep dive into the world of winemaking that goes beyond the bottle. His impressive winemaking career spans four decades, with notable tenures at Acacia, Tolosa, and as a consultant for many California wineries. Larry shar...

In this episode of The Vint Podcast, hosts Billy Galanko and Brady Weller are joined by renowned Burgundy winemaker and anti-wine fraud crusader Laurent Ponsot. With a deep-rooted family history in Burgundy dating back to 1872, Laurent shares his unique perspective on the evolution of Burgundy's wine industry. He discusses his transition from managing his family’s prestigious domaine to estab...

 In this episode of the Vint Podcast, hosts Billy Galanko and Brady Weller sit down with Saša Radikon, the current head of Radikon Wines and the son of the famed winemaker Stanko Radikon. The Radikon family, based in the Friuli Colli Orientali region, is celebrated for their pioneering work in the revival of traditional winemaking techniques, particularly their dedication to producing skin-contact...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, Brady Weller and Billy Galanko sit down with Gaia Gaja, the fifth-generation winemaker from the legendary Gaja family, renowned for their iconic Barbaresco wines. The conversation delves into the rich heritage of Gaja Wines, the evolution of winemaking practices in the family, and how the younger generation, led by Gaia and her siblings, is balancing tradition...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, hosts Brady Weller and Billy Galanko sit down with renowned wine writer and author Simon J. Woolf to explore wines with a true sense of place. Simon, known for his critically acclaimed books Amber Revolution and Foot Trodden, delves into the resurgence of traditional winemaking practices and the importance of terroir in crafting wines that genuinely reflect the...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, Billy Galanko and Brady Weller sit down with Frank Cornelissen, a celebrated winemaker known for his innovative techniques and dedication to expressing the unique terroir of Mount Etna. Cornelissen shares his journey from wine enthusiast to renowned winemaker, detailing how he found his perfect winemaking home on the volcanic slopes of Etna. The conversation de...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast Billy Galanko interviews southern California old-vine-winemaker, Abe Schoener. Abe is a former philosophy professor and the innovative winemaker behind the Scholium Project, for which he was known for challenging traditional winemaking methods. Although influenced by natural winemaking, Schoener does not strictly adhere to its principles and takes an open approa...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast Billy Galanko and Brady Weller welcome Yves De Launay, The EVP, Americas, for Chateau Angélus, to discuss the history and offerings of the estate. Yves brings a wealth of experience and expertise to Château Angélus. He holds a degree in agricultural engineering and oenology, which provides him with a deep understanding of viticulture and winemaking. His career i...

Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Vint Podcast 00:22 Billy's Wedding Plans 01:13 Special Wine Selections for the Wedding 03:37 Introducing VinArmor and Brian Hart 08:07 Brian Hart's Journey from Oral Surgery to Wine Accessories 15:49 Challenges and Innovations in Creating VinArmor 23:16 Designing the Ultimate Travel Wine Bag 24:12 Generation 2: Improved Features 25:09 Real-Life Wine Tr...

In this episode of the Vint podcast, Billy and Brady chat with Ray Isle, the Executive Wine Editor of Food & Wine Magazine. Ray shares his fascinating journey from academia to the wine industry, highlighting the pivotal experiences that shaped his career. He delves into the transformation of grapes into wine and the profound impact of hands-on experience during harvest and bottling. Ray also d...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast Brady Weller and Billy Galanko talk all things South American wines with Amanda Barnes (MW candidate). Amanda is a journalist/writer and educator with a deep passion and extensive knowledge of South American wines. Born in the United Kingdom, Amanda's fascination with wine led her to travel globally, eventually immersing herself in the dynamic wine landscap...

Chapters: 00:40 Intro + Guest Highlight - Dominique Arangoits 01:07 Weekend Wine Tastings 06:05 Exploring Chateau Cos d'Estournel 09:22 Background & Intro w/ Dominique Arangoits 20:41 Exploring Chateau Promise's Historical Significance 21:36 Diverse Soils and Unique Blends 22:37 The Art of Winemaking at Chateau Promise 26:49 Innovations in the Cellar 29:24 Adapting to Climate and Vin...

In this episode of the Vint podcast Brady serves up a solo-interview with the founder of Brooklyn's Kings County Distillery, Colin Spoelman. Kings County Distillery is New York City's oldest premier whiskey distillery. With a background rooted in both creative and technical expertise, Colin has played a pivotal role in the resurgence of craft distilling in America. His commitment to prod...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, hosts Brady and Billy Galenko interview Bianca Bosker. Bianca Bosker is the New York Times bestselling author of Cork Dork and, most recently, Get the Picture: A Mind-Bending Journey among the Inspired Artists and Obsessive Art Fiends Who Taught Me How to See . A contributing writer at The Atlantic , she has also written for publications such as The New Yorker,...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, Brady Weller and Billy Galanko introduce our new Presenting Partner and chat with Coravin's Founder, Greg Lambrecht. Greg has revolutionized the wine world with his hugely poplar wine preservation devices. With a background in medical devices and technology, Greg brought his expertise in precision engineering and testing to the wine industry, creating grou...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, Brady Weller and Billy Galanko talk (and sing) with Norm Peters, the Vineyard Director at Silver Oak (and Twomey) Wine Estates. With over two decades of experience in viticulture and vineyard management, Norm brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the world of wine. From his early beginnings at Poppycock Vineyards (and elementary education before that!)...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, Brady Weller and Billy Galanko spend time with the Wine Director and Buyer for Los Angeles's La Pharmacie du Vin , Sarah Plath. Sarah is representative of an eclectic group of wine professionals who drive the industry forward by creating memorable expereinces at the local level - selling and serving wine in our neighborhoods at local wine shops and bistros...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, Brady Weller and Billy Galanko sit down with famed wine grape geneticist and researcher, José Vouillamoz. José  is a renowned Swiss botanist and geneticist, celebrated for his pioneering contributions to the field of viticulture. With a Ph. D. in plant genetics from the University of Lausanne, José has become one of the foremost experts on the DNA profiling of...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, Brady Weller and Billy Galanko fly solo to discuss Billy's recent travels to Croatia/Montenegro, and then give their thoughts on some of their favorite wine drinking accessories. If you're interested in some of what you hear on today's episode, head out to your local wine retailer (avoid the big boxes for more niche selection), and ask for Georgi...

In this archived episode (previously episode 81) of the Vint Podcast,  Brady and Billy sat down with Bobby Stuckey, partner and Master Sommelier at Frasca Hospitality Group . The group’s flagship restaurant, Frasca Food and Wine, has won two James Beard awards for excellence in Outstanding Wine Service (2013) and Outstanding Service (2019). 2023 saw the restaurant achieve a Michelin Star and anoth...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, Brady Weller and Billy Galanko talk with Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder at Drifter Spirits, and co-founder of Rare Character Whiskey, Peter Nevenglosky. Rare Character is an independent bottler of American whiskies, mainly focused on Bourbon and Rye, with a portfolio predominantly consisting of single barrel selections labeled alongside select partner...

In this episode of the Vint Podcast, host Billy Galanko dives into one of his favorite topics, diving deep into the less-explored grape varieties of German and Austrian wine beyond the familiar Riesling and Grüner Veltliner before interviewing Wine Importer Sebastian Lowa, co-founder of Baire Wines Imports . Sebastian shares his journey into the importation game and his passion for organic and bio...