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Understanding Wine with Austin Beeman | Winemakers | Wine Country Travel | Wine Life

139 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★ - 21 ratings

High Definition Video Podcast Understanding Wine. Video interviews with famous wine makers. Travel videos of wine country complete with wine vineyard profiles. Wine ratings and reviews in the style of Wine Spectator, Wine Advocate, Wine Enthusiast, and Robert Parker.

Visits to Napa Valley, Sonoma Valley, Bordeaux, France, Burgundy, Italy, Germany, and many many more.

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THE GREATEST WINE MUSEUM | THE WINE EXPERIENCE | WOW PORTO | PLANET CORK | PINK PALACE

April 10, 2024 21:01 - 3 minutes - 97.1 MB Video

Welcome to the 100th episode of "Understanding Wine with Austin Beeman"! In this special episode, I'm diving deep into the heart of Portugal's wine culture at WOW Porto (World of Wine), a cultural complex that's a paradise for wine lovers and a treasure trove of Portuguese heritage. 🌍🍇 Why Portugal is a Must-Visit for Wine Enthusiasts: Portugal is not just a hotspot for tourists and digital nomads; it's a pivotal player in the global wine scene. I'll share why Portugal's wine diversity i...

The Wine School | WOW Porto | José Sá Director

April 05, 2024 02:33 - 5 minutes - 123 MB Video

🍇 Embark on a Wine Adventure with José Sá at WOW Porto's Wine School 🍷  An exclusive interview with José Sà, the visionary director of The Wine School at WOW (World of Wine) in Porto. Immerse yourself in a world where old Port storage houses have been transformed into a vibrant cultural hub. At the heart of WOW, José shares his philosophy that understanding wine is primarily about knowing your personal taste. The Wine School serves as a unique bridge between the wine industry and enthusias...

Exploring the Azulejos: A Journey Through Pinhão Train Station's Blue Tiles

January 24, 2024 19:38 - 2 minutes - 42.5 MB Video

Welcome to my travel and wine channel! In this short yet captivating video, we embark on a visual journey to explore the stunning blue azulejos (traditional Portuguese tiles) of Pinhão Train Station, nestled in the heart of Portugal's Douro Valley.  🔹 About the Pinhão Train Station:  Pinhão is a key town in the Douro wine region, famous for its breathtaking landscapes and rich wine heritage. The train station, a pivotal landmark, stands as a tribute to the area's cultural and historical s...

SEVEN MILLION Liters of Port Wine | Barrels from 1882 | A Tour of Graham's Port Lodge

January 15, 2024 15:28 - 14 minutes - 228 MB Video

A tour of Graham's Port Lodge.  A tour guide explains the aging process and different types of port wines at Graham's cellar.  The guide mentions that the cellar has seven million liters of port aging, with the oldest wine dating back to 1882. He also discusses the different styles of port, such as Ruby and Tawny, and how they are aged differently to achieve specific flavors and characteristics.  The guide explains the process of bottling vintage ports and the significance of certain yea...

Fonseca Bin 27 Port: Tasting with 6th Generation Winemaker David Guimaraens and Austin Beeman

January 08, 2024 15:24 - 3 minutes - 59.9 MB Video

A conversation between David Guimaraens and Austin Beeman about Fonseca Bin 27, a young and fruity port wine.  Guimaraens describes the wine as full-bodied and rich, with a concentration of black currant fruit. He explains that the grapes used to make the port come from the Douro Valley, which has a hot mountain climate that contributes to the intensity of the fruit. The wine has plenty of tannins, making it a good pairing with chocolate desserts.  Beeman comments on the aroma of cherrie...

Fonseca 1985 Vintage Port: Tasting with 6th Generation Winemaker David Guimaraens and Austin Beeman

January 02, 2024 17:23 - 7 minutes - 124 MB Video

David Guimaraens, the 6th generation winemaker, discusses his pride in a vintage port made by his father, the Fonseca 1985.  He emphasizes the pleasure of drinking a mature vintage port and the complexity it offers. Guimaraens also mentions the cult following of the Fonseca 1985 and its ability to age well. He and Austin Beeman, the interviewer, discuss the personal and historical significance of tasting and experiencing wines from different years.  Guimaraens reflects on his own caree...

What Makes VINTAGE PORT so special? | Fonseca | 6TH GENERATION WINEMAKER | David Guimaraens

December 26, 2023 19:00 - 10 minutes - 169 MB Video

David Guimaraens, a sixth-generation winemaker at Fonseca, discusses the history and winemaking process of the renowned vintage port house. https://www.fonseca.pt/en  He explains that Fonseca is located in Vila Nova de Gaia, separate from the vineyards in the Douro region where the grapes are grown. Guimaraens describes how his ancestors built relationships with local farmers and brought the port down from the Douro Valley to Vila Nova de Gaia for aging and blending. He also discusses the ...

ANCIENT WINE CELLAR Tour | Boutique FAMILY PORT HOUSE | Martha's Wines & Spirits

December 20, 2023 16:01 - 5 minutes - 145 MB Video

Rita Marta, a member of the Martha family (https://marthasgroup.com), gives a tour of their old cellars in the Douro Valley. The walls of the main house date back to 1727, although they have been reconstructed over time. The family has been in the grape-growing business since then, but only started making wine in the early 19th century. They initially sold their grapes and later began selling their own bottled wine in 1970. The family primarily focuses on producing Tawny ports, which are...

The ONLY PRE-PHYLLOXERA Port Vineyard. QUINTA DO NOVAL NACIONAL.

December 11, 2023 17:19 - 3 minutes - 79.6 MB Video

Visit the Nacional Vineyard of Quinta do Noval with Austin Beeman in Portugal.   The Nacional vineyard at Quinta do Noval in Portugal is considered one of the most important vineyards in the world. It survived phylloxera which devastated European vineyards in the late 1800s. The plot is the only survivor of the disease in the Douro Valley, and the reason for its resistance is still unknown.  The vineyard is home to a traditional field blend of Portuguese grape varieties, including Tourig...

Making PORT WINE with Quinta do Bomfim: Dow's Port. Symington Family Estates

December 07, 2023 20:08 - 22 minutes - 338 MB Video

Visit Quinta do Bomfim (Dow's Port) in Pinhão, Portugal with Austin Beeman.  This guided tour of the winery discusses the history of the winery, the nature of the Douro Valley, the process of Port Wine production, and the barrel aging that creates the diversity in port styles.  Shot on location at Quita do Bomfim in November 2023.   You'll learn about Vintage Port, Single Quinta Vintage Port, Late Bottle Vintage Port, Colheita Single Harvest Tawny Port, and Tawny Port with an Indication ...

Coming Soon: Porto and Wines of the Douro Valley

November 30, 2023 18:08 - 25 seconds - 59.1 MB Video

COMING SOON TO UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN I recently spent two weeks in Portugal traveling and visiting wineries.  Videos from this adventure are coming over the next few weeks. Featuring: Fonseca Quinta do Noval Graham's Martha's Ports Quinta do Bomfim The Wine Experience at WOW Porto The Wine School at WOW Porto Work With Austin Send Me an Email FOLLOW MY WINE ADVENTURE Website:

The First Thing I liked About Portugal. Cheap Wine. Coimbra, Portugal. November 6, 2023

November 08, 2023 00:57 - 29 seconds - 24.1 MB Video

Turns out that the wine here is really cheap.  Coimbra, Portugal.  November 6, 2023   ***   FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman  WORK WITH AUSTIN: http://www.austinbeeman.com/about-me or [email protected]  

Sustainability at Elena Walch

April 28, 2023 18:20 - 2 minutes - 54 MB Video

As Karoline Walch and I walked the vineyards, the important concept of sustainability came up. “My family has been here for five generations and I hope the vineyards go on for the next five generations in the same family hands. So it's obvious that what we do today is really also about thinking of the next generation. What we take out today is something we really have to give back also.” - Karoline Walch of Elena Walch See Elena Walch: the History in the Cellars for an overview of the hist...

Vigna Kastelaz: Elena Walch's Iconic Gewurztraminer Vineyard

April 22, 2023 18:26 - 4 minutes - 112 MB Video

Kastelaz has the prestigious additional denomination of VIGNA. It is an additional mention of a smaller geographical origin and designs the smallest historical / geographical unit of a vineyard. Every single Vigna must be officially admitted and registered within the regional government. It expresses the ultimate thought of terroir philosophy with the idea of a parcel wine from an exact plot and hence having a historical or traditional name. —Elena Walch Our next video takes place in on...

Elena Walch: The History in the Cellars

April 19, 2023 18:13 - 10 minutes - 261 MB Video

The Elena Walch winery in Alto Adige / Sudtirol is iconic and inspirational. Elena’s arrival in 1980s launched a quality transformation that would reset what was possible for this mountainous region that is part Italian and part German. Having sold these wines since 2004 - first at Walt Churchill’s Market and now at Cutting Edge Selections - I was incredibly honored to be given a tour of the cellars with Owner/Winemaker Karoline Walch. I hope you enjoy this eleven minute video. THIS IS...

Aging the Teroldego of Agricola Foradori: with Winemaker Theo Zierock

April 15, 2023 18:27 - 2 minutes - 63 MB Video

The Wines of Agricola Foradori are made for aging, but so few people get a chance to try them that way. Winemaker Theo Zierock takes us into the cellars and talk about the experience of these mature wines. Special thanks: Theo Zierock of Agricola Foradori https://www.agricolaforadori.com/en/wines/  Steve Noel http://childrenofthegrape.com  FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE  Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/  Facebook: http...

A Guided Tour into the Cellars of Agricola Foradori

March 14, 2023 01:05 - 13 minutes - 244 MB Video

Of course, wine is made in the vineyard, but as Winemaker Theo Zierock of Agricola Foradori shows us, it also requires interesting work in the cellar.  In the video Zierock discusses the winemaking process, shows fermentation tanks, aging barrels, and a cellar filled with amphora. Some highlights include The new “dream destemmer” Why there are different variations of Foradori wines under the same label. The role of amphora in the aging process.   Special thanks:  Theo Zierock of ...

Wolves, Phylloxera, and Bears, Oh My! with Agricola Foradori

February 27, 2023 17:19 - 5 minutes - 99.1 MB Video

Some brief thoughts from Winemaker Theo Zierock of Agricola Foradori in the vineyards of Italy. In Europe, "We've killed everything that can kill us," but bears and wolves are returning. Thoughts on Vitis Vinifera (the wine grape) and how it is grown around the world. Demonstration of Marcottage : how to handle dead vines and create new ones without buying new grapevines. Special thanks:  Theo Zierock of Agricola Foradori https://www.agricolaforadori.com/en/wines/  Steve Noel http:...

Farming for Wine at Agricola Foradori: Biodynamics, Cover Crops, and the Honor of Being a Farmer

February 15, 2023 19:25 - 14 minutes - 236 MB Video

There is something special about farming for wine. Winemaker Theo Zierock of Agricola Foradori discussed the topic during my visit. In this video, I’ve put together some of his most passionate highlights. the value of regional farming cover crops  the traditional and modern ways of trellising a vineyard and the honor of being a farmer.   Special thanks to: Theo Zierock of Agricola Foradori https://www.agricolaforadori.com/en/wines/  Steve Noel http://childrenofthegrape.com  F...

Kanye West and Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio, or How to Keep a Good Wine Region Down. Agricola Foradori

January 30, 2023 17:43 - 7 minutes - 115 MB Video

Kanye West's celebrity endorsement! Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio's stranglehold on the winemakers of the region! Theo Zierock of Agricola Foradori discusses the challenges that get in the way of their wine region expressing its full potential. "Don't! Just don't!" Special thanks: Theo Zierock of Agricola Foradori https://www.agricolaforadori.com/en/wines/ Steve Noel http://childrenofthegrape.com FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Insta...

Agricola Foradori: the Vineyards, the Dolomites, and the Teroldego Wine

January 11, 2023 22:54 - 10 minutes - 180 MB Video

Theo Zierock on the Dolomites, Teroldego, and the Vineyards of Agricola Foradori Episode #84 of Understanding Wine with Austin Beeman Agricola Foradori is located in the Piana Rotaliana, a 700 hectare region in Italy surrounded by the Monte di Mezzocorona, the Grandos, and the Adige Valley. The region is known for its unique soil composition, formed by the accumulation of ice and snow during the last ice age and the subsequent melting of a glacier, which washed sand and various types of ...

Agricola Foradori's Bottle Shapes with Theo Zierock

October 17, 2022 16:34 - 1 minute - 58.2 MB Video

Each of the wine bottles of Agricola Foradori tell a different story with their shapes. Theo Zierock walks us through what it all means for the wine. https://www.agricolaforadori.com/en/wines/   FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman WORK WITH AUSTIN...

Enjingi 1994 Grasevina. Slovonia, Croatia.

July 29, 2022 16:47 - 1 minute - 59.1 MB Video

The winemaker of the historic Enjingi winery in Slovonia, Croatia opens a beautiful bottle of 1994 Grasevina white wine.  Completely zero sulfur, the wine was showing fresh and beautiful. FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman WORK WITH AUSTIN: http://...

Dingač Vineyard - Croatia's Grand Cru.

July 22, 2022 18:10 - 27 seconds - 38.5 MB Video

A short video from the commanding heights of Dingač Vineyard, Croatia's Grand Cru. https://www.vinumusa.com FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman WORK WITH AUSTIN: http://www.austinbeeman.com/about-me  or [email protected] Austin Beeman is a 22 ye...

A Master Class in Oregon Pinot Noir: Ken Wright of Ken Wright Cellars

June 08, 2022 14:14 - 12 minutes - 285 MB Video

A 13 minute Master Class in Oregon Pinot Noir with Owner and Winemaker Ken Wright of Ken Wright Cellars. This is Episode #83 of Understanding Wine with Austin Beeman --- Ken Wright starts with the inherent characteristics of Pinot Noir and the importance of place to the profile of Pinot Noir. --- Wright then discusses the parent material and the Columbia River Basalt Flow and the islands that make up the Northern Willamette Valley. --- From there, the winemaker highlights the way tha...

The Marine Sediment Profile of Pinot Noir.

May 28, 2022 13:50 - 53 seconds - 13 MB Video

Owner/Winemaker Ken Wright of Ken Wright Cellars about the Marine Sedimentary Profile of the taste of Pinot Noir. https://kenwrightcellars.com FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman WORK WITH AUSTIN: http://www.austinbeeman.com/about-me  or acbwine@gma...

The Volcanic Profile of Oregon Pinot Noir

May 26, 2022 19:37 - 41 seconds - 10.2 MB Video

Owner/Winemaker Ken Wright of Ken Wright Cellars about the Volcanic Profile of the taste of Pinot Noir. https://kenwrightcellars.com FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman WORK WITH AUSTIN: http://www.austinbeeman.com/about-me  or [email protected] A...

The Columbia River Basalt Flow: Ken Wright of Ken Wright Cellars.

May 23, 2022 20:29 - 59 seconds - 14.6 MB Video

For serious terroir wine nerds only! Owner/Winemaker Ken Wright of Ken Wright Cellars talks about the Columbia River Basalt Flow and how erosion created the current AVAs of Oregon Wine Country. https://kenwrightcellars.com FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aust...

Parent Material and the Effect on Aromas and Flavors of Wine.

May 20, 2022 20:03 - 55 seconds - 26.1 MB Video

Owner/Winemaker Ken Wright of Ken Wright Cellars discusses how the "Parent Material" of the rocks in the vineyard creates the flavors and aromas of wine. https://kenwrightcellars.com  FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine  Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman WORK WITH AUSTIN: http://www...

Pinot Noir is a Blank Canvas: Ken Wright of Ken Wright Cellars

May 18, 2022 17:15 - 52 seconds - 24.8 MB Video

Winemaker Ken Wright of Ken Wright Cellars talks about the ways that Pinot Noir is a blank canvas, communicating the nuances of place through wine. https://kenwrightcellars.com  FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman WORK WITH AUSTIN: http://www.austin...

Putting the Brakes on Pinot Noir: Ken Wright of Ken Wright Cellars

May 12, 2022 17:57 - 56 seconds - 26.5 MB Video

Owner and Winemaker Ken Wright of Ken Wright Cellars discusses why it is important to put the brakes on Pinot Noir in the vineyard. https://kenwrightcellars.com FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman WORK WITH AUSTIN: http://www.austinbeeman.com/about-...

The Marriage of Plant and Place: Ken Wright of Ken Wright Cellars

May 09, 2022 14:48 - 55 seconds - 26.3 MB Video

The important of plant and place in wine. With Owner and Winemaker Ken Wright of Ken Wright Cellars.  https://kenwrightcellars.com #shorts #quicksips of #wine FOLLOW AUSTIN BEEMAN'S WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman WORK WITH AUSTIN: http://www.austinbeeman.com/about-...

Chasselas in the Willamette Valley. Winemaker Jason Lett of The Eyrie Vineyards

May 05, 2022 19:28 - 58 seconds - 27.4 MB Video

Jason Lett, owner and winemaker of The Eyrie Vineyards discusses their experimental planting of Chasselas in the Willamette Valley and the strange way they trellis the sprawling vines. Originally seen on https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@a...

Mowing Between the Vines: Winemaker Jason Lett of The Eyrie Vineyards

April 29, 2022 15:21 - 48 seconds - 23 MB Video

Jason Lett, owner and winemaker of The Eyrie Vineyards discusses a special italian tractor that is used to mow between the vines of his vineyards. Originally seen on https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman #shorts #quicksips of #wine FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austi...

Pinot Meunier: the Backup Plan. Jason Lett of The Eyrie Vineyards

April 27, 2022 16:37 - 59 seconds - 28.2 MB Video

Jason Lett, owner and winemaker of The Eyrie Vineyards talks about Pinot Meunier and show sparkling wine might have been his father, David Lett's, back-up plan for Oregon Wine Country. Originally seen on https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman #shorts #quicksips of #wine FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman T...

Organic Viticulture: The History of Organic Wine at Eyrie Vineyards. Winemaker Jason Lett.

April 26, 2022 16:46 - 1 minute - 28.6 MB Video

Jason Lett, owner and winemaker of The Eyrie Vineyards talks about the long history of making organic wine on their Oregon Willamette Valley vineyards. Originally seen on https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman #shorts #quicksips of #wine FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aust...

Trousseau in The Eyrie Vineyards with Winemaker Jason Lett

April 25, 2022 18:22 - 1 minute - 13.2 MB Video

Jason Lett, owner and winemaker of The Eyrie Vineyards on Trousseau. That red wine grape that has surprisingly much in common with white wines. Originally seen on https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman CHECK OUT: UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN Video Podcast: http://www.au...

Accidental Melon de Bourgogne: Jason Lett of The Eyrie Vineyards

April 24, 2022 15:05 - 53 seconds - 25.1 MB Video

Jason Lett, owner and winemaker of The Eyrie Vineyards discusses how his father, David Lett, accidentally planted Melon de Bourgogne. Originally seen on https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman #shorts #quicksips of #wine FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman CHEC...

Walking the Original Vines of Eyrie Vineyards with Jason Lett, Owner & Winemaker

December 15, 2021 17:32 - 21 minutes - 174 MB Video

Austin Beeman visits the Original Vines of Eyrie Vineyards with Owner and Winemaker Jason Lett of The Eyrie Vineyards. In this long video, shot amongst the Original Vines, Jason Lett discusses the terroir of the vineyard, the effect of a variety of soil types, the benefits and challenges of own-rooted grapevines, and a little of the history of the Lett family. Special Thanks to Amy McCandlish TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Austin Beeman Visits the Original Vines of The Eyrie Vineyards 01:08 Meet...

Old Vine Chardonnay at Bethel Heights Vineyard.

December 06, 2021 00:17 - 12 minutes - 344 MB Video

Family Owner and Winemaker Ben Casteel of Bethel Heights Vineyard shows Austin Beeman around his old vines. Specifically some own-rooted Wente Clone Chardonnay and Geneva Double Curtain Trellising. Filmed on location at Bethel Heights Vineyards in the Eola-Amity Hills AVA of Oregon. *** THIS IS EPISODE #81 OF UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN Video Podcast: http://www.austinbeeman.com/podcast ItunesPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/understanding-wine-austin-beeman...

Geneva Double Curtain trellising at Bethel Heights Vineyard. #quicktaste

September 16, 2021 20:53 - 55 seconds - 15.1 MB Video

FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman   CHECK OUT: UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN Video Podcast: http://www.austinbeeman.com/podcast Itunes Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/understanding-wine-austin-beemans-interviews-winemakers/id37422148/...

Talking Wente-Clone Chardonnay with Winemaker Ben Casteel of Bethel Heights Vineyard

September 06, 2021 15:41 - 53 seconds - 14.6 MB Video

Owner and Winemaker of Bethel Heights Vineyard in the Eola-Amity Hills AVA, Ben Casteel talks about own-rooted Wente Chardonnay and shows why this is such a desired type of Chardonnay Originally seen on https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman #shorts #quicksips of #wine CHECK OUT: UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN Video Podcast: http://www.austinbeeman.com/podcast Itunes Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/understanding-wine-austin-beemans-interviews-winemakers/id3742...

Veraison at Eyrie Vineyards with Owner/Winemaker Jason Lett. #quicktaste

September 02, 2021 18:04 - 50 seconds - 13.8 MB Video

FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman   CHECK OUT: UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN Video Podcast: http://www.austinbeeman.com/podcast Itunes Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/understanding-wine-austin-beemans-interviews-winemakers/id3742214...

How a Bottle of Bleach Fights Phylloxera at The Eyrie Vineyards

August 31, 2021 21:11 - 53 seconds - 87.2 MB Video

Jason Lett, owner and winemakers of The Eyrie Vineyards shows how a bottle of bleach can help protect #organic vineyards. Originally seen on https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman #shorts #quicksips of #wine FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman CHECK OUT: UNDER...

Independent Wine Media in the Post-COVID World: How Wineries, Regions, and Content Creators Can Effectively Collaborate.

August 27, 2021 18:27 - 42 minutes - 341 MB Video

Independent Wine Media in the Post-COVID World: How Wineries, Regions, and Content Creators Can Effectively Collaborate. By Austin Beeman "2020 was the year the wine business changed. Restaurants and Tasting Rooms were closed. Digital direct sales became dominant. Racial and sexual discrimination in the industry was exposed. In this New Normal, Content Creators have never had a better opportunity to grab a seat at the table. Learn practical tips and methods to help you make that leap! Th...

Exploring Glen Manor Vineyards with Owner & Winegrower Jeff White

May 09, 2021 21:26 - 12 minutes - 254 MB Video

Explore Glen Manor Vineyards in Front Royal, Virginia with Owner / Winegrower Jeff White. Bump through the biodiverse vineyards, learn the history, and soar about the vineyards with drone photography. *** THIS IS EPISODE #80 OF UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN Video Podcast: http://www.austinbeeman.com/podcast Itunes Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/understanding-wine-austin-beemans-interviews-winemakers/id374221487 Direct RSS feed: http://understandingwine.libs...

Discussing Wine and War with Filmmakers Mark Ryan and Mark Johnston

February 17, 2021 20:49 - 47 minutes - 376 MB Video

Austin Beeman interviews Filmmakers Mark Ryan and Mark Johnston about their Lebanese Wine documentary: Wine and War.    WINE and WAR The Untold Story of Wine in the Middle East is a feature documentary about the history of winemaking in Lebanon and the resilience of the Lebanese entrepreneurial spirit seen through the lens of war and instability.   https://wineandwar.com     *****   THIS IS EPISODE #79 OF UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN Video Podcast: http://www.a...

What Wine Should I Bring to a Dinner Party?

December 28, 2020 21:58 - 1 minute - 31.4 MB Video

The following is a clip taken from Austin Beeman's interview on the Upside of 40 Podcast with Sean Mooney. Topic: What Wine Should I Bring to a Dinner Party? *** FOLLOW THE WINE ADVENTURE Website: http://www.austinbeeman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/understandingwine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinbeeman/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinBeeman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austincbeeman CHECK OUT: UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN Video Podcas...

What is the Best Way to Learn About Wine?

December 28, 2020 18:46 - 4 minutes - 91.5 MB Video

The following is a clip taken from Austin Beeman's interview on the Upside of 40 Podcast with Sean Mooney. TOPIC: WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO LEARN ABOUT WINE? Sean Mooney: The reason I wanted to get the background on this is because most people listening are not well-informed about wines. I'm sure many, many, I among them, love wine. But from your viewpoint, and your expertise is vast, but for people like me and others listening, what is the best way to get educated about wines? Austin...

Wet Ferrets & Cardboard Boxes: Detecting Flawed Bottles of Wine in Restaurants

December 27, 2020 19:58 - 3 minutes - 79.1 MB Video

The following is a clip taken from Austin Beeman's interview on the Upside of 40 Podcast with Sean Mooney. Topic: Wet Ferrets & Carboard Boxes: Detecting Flawed Bottles of Wine in Restaurants. Sean Mooney: "People have been out to dinner and I guess a lot of it is tradition where they come and they open the bottle of wine and you're the guy who ordered it. So they will come over and make a nice little presentation, and put a little bit in the glass, and you don't know what to do. They sw...

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