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Exploring the Wine Glass

I promise I’ll never tell you what to drink, but I’ll always share what’s in my glass. A Podcast from the owners of Dracaena Wines

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62:59

Re-Release: Making a White Malbec with Bodega Trivento

Exploring the Wine Glass ·

2026/03/16

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! One day a few months ago, I was walking through a wine shop looking for something a little different. As I perused the shelves, it was the same old supermarket wine after supermarket wine. I turned to leave and as if a light was shining down to catch my attention, there was a white malbec by Bodega Trivento. My winery, Dracaena Wines, now

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43:54

Re-Release: Bordeaux Wines, Politics and Wine,...

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2026/02/09

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! Today, I am honored to share an episode where the table has been turned on me. I had the honor of being interviewed by Natalie MacLean. If you are unfamiliar with her, here is her self claimed biography: To fund her late-night vinous habits, Natalie MacLean holds down day jobs as a wine writer, speaker and judge. An accredited sommelier, she is

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54:35

Sour Grapes & Grand Crus: The St. Emilion Owner...

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2026/02/02

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! Today we’re touching down in the stunning, UNESCO-protected medieval village of Saint-Émilion, a place where the wine flows like time travel and the reviews are occasionally aged in pure bitterness. While most visitors rave about the breathtaking vineyard views and silky smooth Grand Crus , we’re here for the "fresh drama" hiding in the cellar

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62:59

Re-Release: Dry January; Sip Without the Buzz: The...

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2026/01/26

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! The statistics all state the wine consumption is decreasing. According to Statista, wine consumption has dropped 6.75% since 2019 and the International Organization of Vine and Wine says that wine consumption has dropped 2.6% just this last year. In fact, global wine consumption has reached its lowest point since 1996. Enter the world of

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49:54

Exploring Friendship, a True Issue For Many Women &...

Exploring the Wine Glass ·

2026/01/19

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! My friend Martha—my fun loving co-host of One Star Winery Reviews—recently made a trip out to Paso Robles. It was the first time we actually met in person and the conversation was effortless, the wine was flowing (along with a few margaritas), and the stories were endless. We even took a detour to see if we could speak to the beyond by seeing

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64:21

Ripped-off, Disrespected & Still Hungry’ –...

Exploring the Wine Glass ·

2026/01/12

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! We’re back in for our final visit to Montepulciano, where the wine is ancient but the attitudes are…freshly ferocious. From a winery that proudly reminds you it’s been there since the year 1200—but still won’t let you use the bathroom unless you’re a “real” customer—to underground tastings where the host seems more interested in flirting and

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75:17

No Room, No Bathroom’ & ‘Are You Drunk Yet?’ –...

Exploring the Wine Glass ·

2026/01/05

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! Welcome to another one star winery review,” where the vines are world-class, the views are stunning, and the reviews are… absolutely savage. Today, we’re wrapping up our Montepulciano misadventures with wineries that allegedly buy good ratings with free bottles, hosts more interested in flirting than pouring, reservation “requirements” that

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63:52

Celebrating Cab Franc Day: The Origin Story of Brecon...

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2025/12/01

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! Today, we are thrilled to be sitting down with a true visionary of the Paso Robles wine scene, the man behind Brecon Estate, Damian Grindley. From the stunning, high-calcium hills of the Adelaida district, Brecon has quickly established itself as a producer of world-class, distinctive wines, earning high praise and a loyal following. But today,

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24:21

Exploring País Vasco: Where Txakoli Sparkles, Legends...

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2025/11/10

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! We’re heading back to Spain today! Yeah! So far, we've traveled through Galicia’s green coastlines, wandered through the cider-soaked hills of Asturias, and hiked Cantabria’s misty valleys—but today, we’re heading somewhere truly unique. A place that feels like its own little country—because, well, it kind of is. Welcome to País Vasco, also

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63:53

Talking All Things Galicia with Noah Chichester of...

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2025/11/03

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! Hard to believe this is my 400th episode! I’m thrilled to be joined today by the ever-insightful Noah Chichester of Wines of Galicia, the go-to guide for all things Galician wine. We’ll be diving into the lush, green wine regions of Spain’s northwest — where the Atlantic air, ancient vines and a treasure trove of native grapes like Albariño,

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64:00

Castilla y León Tasting at the San Francisco Wine School

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2025/10/27

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! Today’s episode is a little different — we’re taking you inside a live tasting event at the San Francisco Wine School, hosted by Master Sommelier David Glancy. This special session focused on the wines of Castilla y León, one of Spain’s most dynamic and diverse regions, home to some of the country’s most iconic appellations and innovative

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60:13

Tuscan Tastes and Terrible Takes: Where the Wine is...

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2025/10/13

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! We are back in Montepulciano for more reviews! and the owner's responses continue to steal the spotlight—a masterclass in polite, yet firm, indignation. Wineries where the owners defend their staff's "patience, education, and kindness" against every accusation of rudeness, and where a free tasting only covers one-third of the actual tasting—a

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20:21

Hidden Wines of Cantabria: Exploring Northern Spain’s...

Exploring the Wine Glass ·

2025/09/29

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! Hey there, wine friends! Welcome back to Exploring the Wine Glass, where I’ll never tell you what to drink, but I will always share what’s in my glass. Today, we’re continuing our journey along Spain’s northern coastline, and we’re visiting a region that’s small in size but big in personality: Cantabria. From misty mountains and secret valleys

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65:12

Live Worms and Witchy Staff; One Star Reviews

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2025/09/22

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! Today we are back to talking one star winery reviews and we are traveling to Italy, where the only thing flowing faster than the wine is the one-star reviews. Today we’re headed to Montepulciano, a region renowned for its history, stunning landscapes, and apparently, its ability to disappoint. The unfiltered opinions of people who had their

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56:16

National Box Wine Day: How Tablas Creek is Changing...

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2025/09/15

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! It’s National Box Wine Day, and what better way to celebrate than breaking open the myth that boxed wine can’t be both fun and fabulous? I sat down with Chelsea Franchi, assistant winemaker at Tablas Creek, to chat about sustainability, innovation, and why putting great wine in a box is more than just convenient—it’s downright brilliant. Join us

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56:45

Lucia Barzanò: The Spirit of Franciacorta at Mosnel

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2025/08/04

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! Today, we're taking a deep dive into one of Italy’s best-kept secrets: the world of Franciacorta. While many of us know and love Prosecco, the sparkling wines of Franciacorta offer a different kind of magic—one rooted in tradition, unique terroir, and a dedication to craftsmanship that rivals the best in the world. Joining us is Lucia Barzanò,

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35:34

Shaping Sicily’s Global Story: Mariangela Cambria on...

Exploring the Wine Glass ·

2025/07/28

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! Earlier this year, I had the privilege to attend Sicilia En Primeur, where the energy and ambition of Sicilian wine were on full display—and there’s no better person to talk about what’s next than Mariangela Cambria, the president of Assovini Sicilia. In this episode, we explore how Sicily is uniting tradition and innovation, why native grapes

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20:42

Asturias: Where Cider Reigns, Wine Whispers & Legends...

Exploring the Wine Glass ·

2025/07/14

TITLE: Service is Left out, shipping snafus and where “No” is the only wine pouredIt’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! Before we dive into today’s episode, let me set the scene: imagine misty green hills rolling into rugged cliffs, tiny terraces clinging to mountain slopes, and ancient grapes whispering stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Today, we’re heading to Asturias—a

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01:10:59

Service is Left out, shipping snafus and where “No”...

Exploring the Wine Glass ·

2025/07/07

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! Today, we’re continuing our virtual visit to Santa Barbara and pouring over more one star reviews from Vega, and then moving on to Babcock Winery. From alleged closures without notice and frustratingly slow service to outright refusal of service for seemingly arbitrary reasons, it seems some of these wineries are serving up more than just

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01:10:39

The Golden Grape of Galicia

Exploring the Wine Glass ·

2025/06/30

It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass! Welcome back to the podcast, everyone! Sometimes the stars truly align. Last week, we took a journey through the stunning region of Galicia in Northwest Spain, exploring its unique culture, cuisine, and of course, its incredible wines. Well, as fate would have it, right on the heels of that episode, I had the pleasure of attending a fantastic

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