Wine Wednesday
110 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsCarrie Williams and Randy Wang explore the wonderful world of wine one glass at a time
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The Best Holiday of the Year!
August 18, 2020 23:57 - 22.7 MBNot, it’s not Christmas, all the birthdays have passed, and Halloween is not for another few months… it’s National Pinot Noir Day! Randy and Carrie share what they will be drinking to celebrate, and they also talk about some meals.
Vacation Wine Wednesday Style
August 12, 2020 23:39 - 24.6 MBRandy and Carrie talk about the birthday aftermath. Carrie shares her week of pizza eating, and Randy describes the best salad he has EVER eaten.
The Last Birthday!
August 05, 2020 03:18 - 31.7 MBRandy and Carrie celebrate Randy’s birthday with some liquid gifts. They also discuss a plethora of fish dishes and pairings.
Carrie’s Birthday Feast
July 28, 2020 23:52 - 30.4 MBRandy and Carrie talk about the rest of Carrie’s birthday week celebration including a 4-course feast!!
Birthday Surprise!
July 22, 2020 00:22 - 22.9 MBIt’s Carrie’s birthday! Randy surprises her with birthday presents on the show, (which no surprise were wine). Randy and Carrie discuss their wine purchases, Zooms with wine makers, and an epic Wine Wednesday dinner.
Steaks and Sausages
July 15, 2020 20:13 - 25.6 MBRandy makes more sausages, and a couple of meals that are to die for. Carrie almost dies (not really) from possible food poisoning.
Murica!
July 08, 2020 23:46 - 27 MBRandy and Carrie celebrate Independance Day with burgers and wine of course! Plus Carrie gets her 1950’s housewife on with a classic recipe, and Randy kicks up the spice level with some Indian food.
Good ‘Thai’dings
July 02, 2020 00:30 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBRandy shares one of his favorite pairings with his friends; pork larb and Storm Sauv Blanc. Carrie shares how she almost poisoned herself.
Food for Days
June 24, 2020 19:55 - 29.3 MBRandy talks sausages, Carrie makes lasagna for the first time, and they both visited (socially distancing of course) friends.
Viva New Mexico
June 16, 2020 23:40 - 20.5 MBRandy and Carrie share their love for the flavors of NM and share a few red chili spiced recipes. Carrie smoked her first meat of the Summer, and realized she is out of practice.
Gravy 2 Ways
June 10, 2020 23:05 - 25.4 MBRandy and Carrie continue their social distancing meals and share their gravy 2 ways, a fried chicken failure, and the joy of pickled onions.
A Memorial Day to Remember
May 28, 2020 00:10 - 22.4 MBRandy and Carrie share a few food fails and a few surprising successes. And Carrie becomes a little less of a fish snob, while Randy becomes more of a sausage snob.
Mexican Meals and More
May 20, 2020 17:53 - 23.5 MBRandy and Carrie share some amazing homemade Mexican style meals from this week and some great whiskey tips.
The Covid 15
May 13, 2020 17:00 - 23.5 MBRandy and Carrie discuss pizza and Rosé pool “parties”, Cinco de Mayo, and the benefits of a busted wine fridge.
The New Normal
May 05, 2020 23:37 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBCarrie and Randy have found a (safe and rule abiding) way to continue their Wine Wednesday dinners! Plus they chat about desserts and Carrie’s newfound love for Sunday brunch.
Taking the Wine World by Storm
April 28, 2020 23:48 - 43.5 MBRandy and Carrie sit down with Ernst Storm of Storm Wines and have a fantastic conversation about Wine making from Santa Barbara to South Africa (where he is from), and some even more fantastic wine. We are now fans of Sauv Blanc thanks to Ernst! Storm Sauvignon Blanc Santa Ynez Valley 2019Storm Grenache Rosé 2018Storm […]
COVID can’t keep us down!
April 21, 2020 23:06 - 34.7 MBRandy and Carrie share a ton of meals they have created during shelter in place, and highlight some great wine deals from past guests so you can keep your wine cellar stocked without leaving the house.
Expanding Your Horizons
March 11, 2020 01:13 - 36 MBRandy and Carrie share some perfect wine pairing ideas, and Carrie talks about her mi-week trip to Santa Ynez Valley.
Lane Tanner – Lumen Wines
March 04, 2020 02:06 - 47.7 MBJoin Randy and Carrie for an entertaining and enlightening chat with Lane Tanner, winemaker and co-owner of Lumen Wines, former winemaker and owner of Lane Tanner Winery and a pioneer of Santa Barbara County. Lumen Pinot Noir Santa Barbara County 2016Lumen Grenache 2016Lumen Pinot Gris 2018
Wonder Women of Wine
February 26, 2020 03:44 - 21.3 MBRandy and Carrie interview Rania Zayyat from Wonder Women of Wine, a group dedicated to increasing the visibility and influence of women in the wine world.
Wine Bowl
February 19, 2020 06:43 - 33.2 MBWhat do you do when you are just not interested in the Super Bowl this year? Go to wine country of course! Randy and Carrie chat about Randy’s wine country weekend, and Carrie’s short rib celebration at home.
The Jeroboam
February 12, 2020 09:06 - 29.3 MBWhat is even more festive than a homemade wood fire pizza party with wine? One with a jeroboam of wine! Carrie and Randy talk about celebrating Matt’s birthday, and his special wine gift.
Kathy Joseph: Bad-Ass Winemaker Part II
February 05, 2020 09:08 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBRandy and Carrie share the rest of their educational and inspiring interview with the Head Fiddle of Fiddlehead Cellars and FiddleStix Vineyards. Tasted This Episode:Fiddlehead Happy Canyon Sauv Blanc Fiddlehead Goosebury Sauv Blanc Fiddlehead Hunnysuckle Sauv BlancFiddlehead Gruner Veltliner Sweetie Late Harvest Grüner Veltliner 2016
Kathy Joseph: Bad-Ass Winemaker Part I
January 29, 2020 09:39 - 57.6 MBRandy and Carrie chat with Kathy Joseph, the Head Fiddle of Fiddlehead Cellars and Fiddlestix Vineyard. Tasted This Episode:Pink Fiddle Rosé 2018Seven Twenty Eight Pinot Noir 2014Lollapalooza Pinot Noir 2013Oldsville Pinot Noir 2015
Gavin Chanin: Wine Whiz Kid All Grown Up
January 22, 2020 09:36 - 53.9 MBJoin Randy and Carrie as they chat with wine maestro Gavin Chanin of Chanin wines in Lompoc. Gavin, who started in the business at 18, and started his own company at 21, was named to both Forbes and Wine & Spirits 30 under 30, has been WINE ENTHUSIAST’S 2013 Wine Star Award in the “Rising Star” category, and has been […]
Clos Pepe: Limestone, Leases, and the Law
January 15, 2020 18:44 - 29 MBJoin Randy and Carrie as they interview Steve Pepe, owner of Clos Pepe Vineyard (one of Carrie’s favorites!) now leased to Walt Wines, and former owner of Clos Pepe Estate Wines (closed in 2014). Steve shares his insights and opinions on wine, the future of wine making, and the importance of the Santa Ynez Valley […]
Ringing in 2020
January 08, 2020 09:51 - 32.3 MBRandy and Carrie talk about their second annual NYE extravaganza (the first inspired the Wine Wednesday Podcast). 11 courses, 11 people, 11 pairings. They wrap up the year in bougie decadence. 2011 Sea Spray Blanc de Noirs 2017 Sea Smoke Southing Pinot Noir 2018 Les Galimardes White Chateaneauf-du-Pape 2017/2018 Loring Boekenoogen Pinot Noir 2016 Wrath Boekenoogen Pinot Noir 2013 Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta Brunelo 2017 Turley Old Vine Zinfandel 1999 Quilceda Creek Cabernet 2016 Margerum M5 20...
Cantara Cellars – The Bridge from Lodi to Camarillo
December 31, 2019 17:09 - 42.5 MBRandy and Carrie interview Mike Brown from Cantara Cellars and Flat Fish Brewery in Camarillo. Mike is the third generation in a wine growing and making family, and he shares his insight and perspectives on California wine making.
Wine and Wedding Bells
December 25, 2019 06:00 - 47.6 MBRyan and Carrie take a trip to Santa Ynez Valley for the Loring party and a stay in Los Alamos. Oh yeah, and so Ryan could propose to his now fiancé!
The Magnificent Margerum
December 18, 2019 06:42 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBYou have heard Randy and Carrie pontificate on their love of Margerum M5. Today meet the man behind the bottle, Doug Margerum of Margerum and Barden wines. Tasted in this Episode: Margerum M5 Red 2017Margerum M5 White 2018Barden Vin Gris 2018Barden Pinot Noir 2017
Turkey, Pork and Pot Pie, oh my!
December 11, 2019 09:12 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBRandy and Carrie share their Thanksgiving celebrations and pairings, some party ideas, and a visit to the Pioneers of Santa Barbara Tasting event. Tasted in this Episode: Melville Block M Pinot Noir 2017Loring Rancho La Viña Pinot Noir 2018Seasmoke Southing Pinot Noir 2017
The Past and Present of Hitching Post Wines
December 04, 2019 04:50 - 58.2 MBRandy and Carrie interview Frank Ostini, the eccentric yet down to earth owner of The Hitching Post II and partner and wine maker of Hitching Post Wines. They talk everything from the movie Sideways to catching gophers. Tasted in this Episode: Hitching Post Pinks Rosè 2018 Hitching Post Careaga Chardonnay 2018 Hitching Post Highliner Pinot […]
The Legacy of Loring
November 27, 2019 07:00 - 58.8 MBRandy and Carrie have the chance to interview the humble genius who makes some of their favorite Pinot Noir: Brian Loring from Loring Wine Co. They talk about quintessential California Pinot and Brian’s unique path to winemaking master. Tasted in this episode:Loring Boekenoogen Pinot Noir 2018Loring Peake Ranch Pinot Noir 2018
Free Run Juice
November 20, 2019 16:52 - 60.4 MBRandy and Carrie chat with Michael Frashilla of Free Run Juice chat about boutique small run wines, and meals we would pair them with.
The Primal Pop of Prosecco
November 13, 2019 19:10 - 35.7 MBRandy and Carrie attend the Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G. Lunch sponsored by The Somm Journal. They also chat about braised short ribs and homemade spicy tuna rice cakes.
Meridith May of The Somm Journal
November 06, 2019 08:00 - 40.4 MBRandy and Carrie interview the marvelous Meridith May of The Somm Journal and The Tasting Panel. She shares her 25+ years of wine wisdom, insight, and future predictions.
Sideways Fest
October 30, 2019 08:00 - 34.1 MBWedding and festivals and movies… oh my!Carrie attends the Sideways wine festival on her own, while Randy goes to Austin for a wedding and tries a new whiskey.
Pinot & Canard
October 23, 2019 03:31 - 31.2 MBCarrie crafts a French style meal of duck and an assortment of Pinot,and Randy celebrates his mastery of the smoked brisket!
Five French Courses
October 16, 2019 16:01 - 27.1 MBCarrie gives Ryan and their friends a taste of France with a 5 course meal, the best bearnaise sauce ever, and a lot of wine.
Four Brix Winery – Scosso
October 10, 2019 09:00 - 38.8 MBJoin Randy and Carrie as they welcome their first guests to the Wine Wednesday Podcast: Karen and Gary Stewart from Four Brix Winery in Ventura, CA.
Foley’s Pinot Celebration!
October 08, 2019 09:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBRandy and Carrie share the own version of Sideways, complete with Pinot, steaks from The Hitching Post, and a hangover.–
Viva la France! part Dieux
October 03, 2019 09:26 - 40.5 MBChateneuf du Pape, rośe all day, and chilled red wine! Carrie and Randy chat about the second half of her epic trip to France.
Viva La France! Part 1
September 23, 2019 23:50 - 30.4 MBBurgundy and Beaune. The first of 3 episodes where we talk about Carrie’s trip to France. This episode we talk about Maison Joseph Drouhin, and The Chef’s Atelier.
Smokefest 2019
August 09, 2019 22:38 - 25.5 MBCarrie and Randy fall in love with their smokers and recap Randy’s Brisket and wine filled birthday!
Tapas Time!
August 01, 2019 19:58 - 28 MBCarrie and Randy prepared a Spanish tapas feast for Erin’s birthday
Happy Birthday Carrie!
July 23, 2019 20:43 - 25.5 MBCarries birthday celebration included Bacon Wrapped Dates, Roasted Tenderloin, and a whole lotta wine!
The Perfect Pairing
July 19, 2019 20:07 - 31.3 MBCarrie Randy are back with tales of perfect pairings and Alaskan Adventures
Turley – Old Vine Zinfandel
June 10, 2019 19:26 - 27.2 MBCarrie and randy share not one but two Wine Wednesdays, and discuss how to keep drinking wine while trying to lose weight
Banfi Brunello
May 29, 2019 15:46 - 25 minutes - 23 MBCarrie and Randy celebrate GlutenFest 2019 Italian style, and have a healthy Pinot paired dinner to recover.
Dragonette – Santa Rita Hills
May 21, 2019 00:16 - 27.2 MBRandy and Carrie celebrate a friend’s birthday with fancy burgers and wine, and they finally share the Game of Thrones Finale menu!