VinePair Podcast
646 episodes - English - Latest episode: 26 days ago - ★★★★ - 247 ratingsJoin VinePair co-founder Adam Teeter, executive editor Joanna Sciarrino, and sommelier and wine educator Zach Geballe as they discuss the latest news, trends, and happenings in the world of wine, beer, and spirits each week. Now officially New York Times recommended!
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Episodes
Did Robert Parker Ruin Wine?
May 28, 2019 12:30 - 38 minutes - 31.9 MBWith the news of legendary wine critic and Wine Advocate founder Robert Parker's retirement, Adam and Zach discuss Parker's legacy and impact on wine-making, wine criticism, and consumer behavior. Plus, making vermouth at home, home brewing, and other adventures in DIY booze. Please remember to like, subscribe, rate, and review the VinePair podcast wherever you found it, and send any questions, comments, suggestions, or critiques to [email protected]. Thanks for listening, and cheers! Ho...
Is Athens the Best Cocktail City in Europe?
May 20, 2019 12:30 - 31 minutes - 25.4 MBAdam and Zach are joined by Nikolas Smyrlakis, co-founder of the Athens-based Finest Roots brand of liqueurs to discuss why Athens is among the world's best cocktail cities, and how drinking culture helped Greece recover from economic disaster. Plus, Adam mourns the fact that the Knicks failed to land the #1 overall pick, and Zach gives his theory on why Game of Thrones became a victim of its own success. Please remember to like, subscribe, rate, and review the VinePair podcast wherever it is...
ESPN's Baxter Holmes on Why the NBA is Obsessed with Wine
May 13, 2019 12:30 - 39 minutes - 30.7 MBAdam and Zach discuss the NBA's current wine obsession with ESPN Senior NBA Writer Baxter Holmes, who explains why LeBron James has changed the conversation around wine in the league, why San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich is the master sommelier of the NBA, and whether some of the Association's wine-loving superstars will shift their focus from the court to the vineyard as their careers wind down. Read Baxter's pieces on the NBA's love of wine and the legend of Gregg Popovich, and p...
International Craft Beer Grows Up
May 06, 2019 12:30 - 34 minutes - 30 MBAdam and Zach are joined by VinePair Senior Writer Cat Wolinski to discuss the current state and evolution of the international craft beer scene: how it's borrowed from the American movement but also done its own innovating. Plus: does anyone still give their teething child whiskey, should you bring your kids to a taproom, and Cat's flawless pronunciation of "reinheitsgebot." Thanks for listening to the VinePair podcast: please remember to like, subscribe, rate, and review us wherever you get...
Is the Somm Obsession With Champagne Bad for Wine Culture?
April 29, 2019 12:30 - 31 minutes - 26 MBAdam and Zach discuss the alarming trend of high-profile sommeliers who only seem interested in high-end and small-production Champagne, plus an exploration of drinking etiquette when travelling abroad, and why no one outside of the East Coast can make a decent bagel. Do you love small-lot Grower Champagne? Are you a somm who only posts unicorn bottles on Instagram? Share your thoughts with us, or other questions, comments, or critiques at [email protected], and please remember to like, su...
Collecting Wine is For Lunatics
April 22, 2019 12:30 - 28 minutes - 25.6 MBAdam and Zach respond to a listener's question about whether wine and whiskey collecting is a good idea, and how to go about doing it. Spoiler warning: it's a bad idea, but they've got some tips if you still feel compelled. Plus, why Adam hates Bloody Marys and Zach can't stand Mimosas. Do you love collecting wine? Want to defend the honor of your favorite breakfast beverage? Email us at [email protected] with your questions, comments, and critiques, and please remember to like, subscribe,...
Why Is My Wine Orange?
April 15, 2019 12:30 - 37 minutes - 31.9 MBAdam and Zach discuss and explain the newly-rediscovered phenomenon of orange wine, highlighted by Adam's interview with Matteo Bisol, winemaker at Venissa on the island of Mazzorbo in the Venetian lagoon. Plus: why are Italians such masochists when it comes to winemaking, and why can't they make a good Negroni? If you have any comments, questions, or critiques of the VinePair podcast, please email [email protected], and don't forget to like, subscribe, rate, and review us on your podcast ...
Pay to Play is Killing Drinks Journalism
April 08, 2019 12:30 - 29 minutes - 26.3 MBAdam and Zach discuss the scourge of "pay to play" journalism, where writers trade coverage for free shit, and the challenge of unscrupulous influencers in the drinks world, many of whom will promote anything that someone sends them in the mail. All that, plus the challenges of judging wine competitions and the wisdom of recording a controversial podcast after having had some drinks. Thanks for listening to the VinePair podcast: please remember to subscribe, like, rate, and review us on your ...
Are Canned Cocktails and Boxed Wine the Future?
April 01, 2019 12:30 - 31 minutes - 26.6 MBAdam and Zach discuss why canned cocktails, boxed wine, and other alternatively-packaged beverages might just be better than bottles and bars...at least if we can all get over our reluctance to accept such formats. Plus, reflections on last week's podcast with Eric Asimov and a teaser for next week's topic! Thank you for listening to VinePair: please remember to like, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast wherever it is you found us, and if you have any questions, comments, or critiques, pl...
Eric Asimov on What Makes a Wine Good?
March 25, 2019 12:30 - 38 minutes - 30.5 MBAdam and Zach are honored to be joined by New York Times wine writer Eric Asimov, who discusses his recent writings about mass-produced wines, how to avoid wine snobbery, and shares some of his current interests in the world of wine. Our sincere thanks to Eric for his time and insight! Please remember to subscribe, like, rate, and review this podcast on the podcast app you use (and maybe even one you don't!), and reach out to us with comments, questions, or critiques at [email protected]. ...
What Makes a Good Wine Bar?
March 18, 2019 12:30 - 29 minutes - 24.8 MBAdam and Zach are joined by VinePair's tastings editor and former wine bar owner Keith Beavers to discuss why so many wine bars fail to deliver on their promise. Please remember to like, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast wherever it is you find it, and if you have any questions, comments, concerns, or critiques, please send them to [email protected]. Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Seasonality is a Sham
March 11, 2019 12:30 - 27 minutes - 22.6 MBAdam and Zach discuss the question of whether you should change your cocktail habits and preferences based on the season, as some cocktail luminaries would have you do. Plus, why Third Wave coffee is the natural wine movement of caffeine, and Adam's spicy political takes. Thank you for listening to the VinePair podcast: if you have questions, comments, suggestions, or critiques, please email [email protected], and please like, rate, review, and subscribe to VinePair wherever you get your p...
Kill These Words!
March 04, 2019 13:30 - 33 minutes - 27.6 MBAdam and Zach run through their list of wine, beer, and spirits words and phrases that drive them absolutely crazy, and explain why all of us should agree that these terms are dead. Plus, Adam's adventures at the Santa Monica Wine Fest and Zach's encounter with the worst wine bar menu of all time. Please subscribe, rate, and review VinePair wherever it is you get the podcast, and send any questions, comments, or critiques to [email protected]. Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...
Bourbon Barrel BS
February 25, 2019 13:30 - 35 minutes - 28.8 MBAdam and Zach discuss the new phenomenon of bourbon barrel-aged wines with VinePair wine writer Tim McKirdy, exploring who these wines are created for and marketed too, whether they create actual wine lovers, and why Tim isn't invited back on the show any time soon. You can find Tim's article here: https://vinepair.com/articles/barrel-aged-wine-good-debate/. Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast wherever you get it, and please submit any questions, comments, or criticisms...
Why the F*** is My Drink So Expensive?
February 18, 2019 13:30 - 33 minutes - 27.7 MBOn this week's episode of the VinePair podcast, Adam and Zach discuss the phenomenon of the $20+ cocktail: when it's an understandable and acceptable price to pay for something truly remarkable, and when it's a bullshit attempt to scam you out of a few bucks. Plus a wine service nightmare and the usual nonsense! Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review the VinePair podcast, and don't forget to check out www.vinepair.com for much more great content! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...
Sherry is Dead
February 11, 2019 13:30 - 28 minutes - 23.2 MBAdam and Zach spend a few minutes talking about why Valentine's Day is a vastly overrated drinking holiday, then continue the hate train rolling by dumping all over the Sherry bandwagon! It's a hater's delight! To offer your thoughts on Valentine's Day, Sherry, or whatever else, please email [email protected] or find Adam (@adamteeter) or Zach (@zgeballe) on Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Go See the Damn World!
February 04, 2019 13:30 - 32 minutes - 27.2 MBAdam and Zach discuss VinePair's list of the Top 10 Travel Destinations for 2019 with VinePair staff writer and list curator Tim McKirdy. Plus, Zach and Tim fight about Sherry and Adam and Tim talk shit about Paris: it's an action-packed show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tiki Time!
January 28, 2019 13:30 - 32 minutes - 26.6 MBAdam and Zach discuss the burgeoning trend of tiki bars and tiki cocktails with "Captain" Brian Miller, the man behind the newly-opened monument to American tiki culture that is the Polynesian in New York City. Listen all the way through to find out how you can get yourself a free drink if you visit! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Getting Down in Motown
January 21, 2019 13:30 - 22 minutes - 17.5 MBAdam and Zach discuss the vibrant and revitalized drinking scene in Detroit with local Nick Britsky, host of Nick Drinks (www.nickdrinks.com), including an ideal weekend in the Motor City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Craft Beer Lie
January 14, 2019 13:30 - 28 minutes - 23.3 MBAdam and Zach are joined by VinePair senior beer writer Cat Wolinski to discuss the ever-changing definition of "craft beer," why the Brewers Association are such hypocrites, and whether we give a shit about the "craft" label anymore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Restaurant Industry Trap
January 07, 2019 13:30 - 47 minutes - 38.5 MBAdam and Zach discuss the question "can you make a living in the restaurant industry" with VinePair tastings editor and former restaurateur Keith Beavers. They cover how new laws have driven the cost of labor up, why the fetishization of the "new-new" hurts restaurants and diners alike, and why even getting buck-naked in your restaurant might not get you enough publicity to keep you open. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're Hungover: Welcome to 2019
January 01, 2019 16:00 - 20 minutes - 17 MBIt's New Year's Day, and Adam and Zach are hungover. They search for a cure, and wallow in their own misery, with VinePair's tastings editor Keith Beavers on this Very Special Edition of the VinePair podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018: WTF Was That?
December 17, 2018 13:30 - 36 minutes - 31.7 MBAdam and Zach recap the year that was in the world of beverage: from tariffs to hard seltzer, from wildfires to cheating scandals, it was a total shitshow, wasn't it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What's Italian for Great Wine?
December 10, 2018 13:30 - 27 minutes - 46.4 MBAdam and Zach are LIVE in Verona, Italy, at the incredible Wine2Wine conference, where they talk about the challenges and opportunities inherent in Italian wine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Be a Gifting God This Year
December 03, 2018 13:30 - 23 minutes - 18.9 MBAdam and Zach get some much-needed holiday gift giving guidance from VinePair's gift guru Jeff Licciardello as they try to figure out what to buy for spouses, in-laws, parents, and friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's Bubbly Week: Let's Pop Some Bottles!
November 26, 2018 13:30 - 24 minutes - 19.9 MBTo celebrate VinePair's Bubbly Week, Adam and Zach discuss their favorite sources for sparkling wine that don't start with the letters C-H-A, and won't break the bank. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
THE BEST WINES EVER, in 2018
November 21, 2018 13:30 - 34 minutes - 28.9 MBAdam and Zach are joined by staff writer Tim McKirdy to unveil and discuss VinePair's list of the Top 50 Wines of 2018. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How to Master Thanksgiving
November 12, 2018 13:30 - 31 minutes - 25.3 MBAdam and Zach are joined by VinePair Editor-in-Chief Emily Saladino, who offers her expertise on how to host a kickass Thanksgiving, or at least be a guest who gets invited back next year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
"Varietally Correct" is Wrong
November 05, 2018 13:30 - 22 minutes - 19.1 MBAdam and Zach discuss the much-discussed concept of "varietal correctness," how somms and blind tasting tests have distorted the concept, and how we can move past the confusion, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is "Terroir" Just French for Bullshit?
October 29, 2018 12:30 - 27 minutes - 23.6 MBAdam and Zach discuss the confusing and deceptive concept of terroir: why it's at least as much marketing tool as genuine wine term, and why most single-vineyard wines are a rip-off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cider: More than Grown-Up Apple Juice?
October 22, 2018 12:30 - 25 minutes - 24.5 MBAdam and Zach discuss whether hard cider is any good, and then are joined by cider aficionado and author Erin James, who tries to overcome their skepticism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bore-deaux?
October 15, 2018 12:30 - 41 minutes - 33.3 MBAdam and Zach debate if Bordeaux is still relevant with wine importer and educator Philippe Newlin of Duclot la Vinicole USA, as well as exploring how to find value in this iconic region. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Portland: Brooklyn With Mountains?
October 08, 2018 12:30 - 27 minutes - 21.8 MBAdam and Zach learn about Portland, Oregon's unique drinks culture from acclaimed sommelier Brent Braun and reknowned writer and podcast host Katherine Cole. Recorded live at OK Omens in Portland, Oregon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4 Regions to Get You Out of Your Wine Travel Rut
October 01, 2018 12:30 - 44 minutes - 37.9 MBAdam and Zach discuss four North American wine regions you should consider for your next wine trip: beautiful scenery, great wines, and...unforgettable tasting rooms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pumpkin Beer? More like Pukin' Beer!
September 24, 2018 12:00 - 22 minutes - 18.5 MBAdam and Zach are joined by VinePair Senior Writer Cat Wolinski to discuss the scourge that is pumpkin beers, why they suck, and a few non-pumkin fall beer alternatives. To contact the podcast, please email [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Problem with Natural Wine
September 17, 2018 14:00 - 29 minutes - 25.4 MBAdam and Zach discuss the biggest trend in the wine world, and why they find it so frustrating. Send hate mail to [email protected]! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Smaller Markets Kick Ass
September 10, 2018 14:00 - 27 minutes - 20.3 MBAdam and Zach discuss the unique dynamics of emerging wine markets in the United States, how to recognize them, and why they're much more exciting and rewarding for sommeliers and wine brands alike. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dealer's Choice is Dead
September 04, 2018 14:00 - 23 minutes - 20.2 MBAdam and Zach are joined by award-winning bartender and beverage director Amanda Reed to discuss why "Dealer's Choice" is a played-out idea and how to really order drinks from a craft bartender. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Defense of White Wine
August 27, 2018 14:00 - 26 minutes - 20 MBAdam and Zach discuss why Zach is such a white wine enthusiast, why the category gets little respect from most drinkers, why somms and restaurants are to blame, and how you can find amazing value with white wine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is Old Whiskey Too Risky?
August 20, 2018 14:00 - 27 minutes - 25.9 MBAdam and Zach discuss what exactly that age statement on your bottle of bourbon or Scotch means, why sometimes the right choice is a whiskey without an age statement, and share their old whiskey horror stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Does Napa Still Matter?
August 13, 2018 14:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBAdam and Zach chat with San Francisco Chronicle wine writer Esther Mobley about the current state of Napa Valley, how the incredible success and prosperity makes it a challenging region for younger winemakers and wine drinkers, and the very real threats of wildfires and climate change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Summertime Drinking
August 06, 2018 14:00 - 21 minutes - 19 MBAdam and Zach discuss why Instagram and other social media drives the popularity of certain summery beverages and reveal their Top Three Summer Drinks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The New England IPA
July 30, 2018 13:00 - 25 minutes - 21.4 MBAdam and Zach are joined by VinePair's senior beer writer Cat Wolinski to discuss craft beer's hottest trend: the New England IPA. Listen to learn a bit about the history, production, and appeal of this Instagram-acclaimed beer. The VinePair podcast is recorded at VinePair's headquarters in New York City, and at Cloud Studios in Seattle, Washington. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How Much Should Your Somm Know?
July 23, 2018 14:59 - 30 minutes - 24.3 MBAdam and Zach discuss whether sommelier certifications truly matter, what is reasonable to expect from your somm, and other questions about drinking wine in restaurants. Recorded at Cloud Studios in Seattle, Washington. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5 Drinks That Define Us
July 16, 2018 13:09 - 46 minutes - 36.9 MBJoin VinePair founder Adam Teeter and sommelier Zach Geballe as they tell you a bit more about themselves via five drinks that have been influential in their lives. The VinePair Podcast is recorded at Cloud Studios in Seattle, Washington. For more information, visit vinepair.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to the VinePair Podcast
June 21, 2018 22:43 - 1 minute - 972 KBWelcome to the VinePair Podcast. Join VinePair founder Adam Teeter and sommelier Zach Geballe as they explore the world of wine, beer, and spirits, and the conversations you have with a glass in hand. Recorded at Cloud Studios in Seattle, Washington. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.