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First Press

First Press

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First Press is a casual, conversation‑driven, insider’s look at the people, business, and culture of wine. Hosted from the heart of Napa Valley by three wine industry professionals, the show explores what we know, and what we’re learning, about the world of wine.

Each episode blends real world vineyard experience, financial insight, and storytelling from the cellar to the boardroom. Whether you work in wine, dream about wine, or simply love learning what’s in your glass, First Press is your front row seat to the world’s most fascinating agricultural industry.

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Episodes
  • Episode 12 - Wine Education Programs

    Episode 12 - Wine Education Programs
    Oct 12 2026

    A chat about the different wine education programs

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    26 mins
  • Episode 11 - Champagne

    Episode 11 - Champagne
    Oct 5 2026

    A history of Champagne and the varieties that are grown in Champagne.

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    41 mins
  • Episode 10 - Bankruptcy in the Wine Industry is Coming Fast

    Episode 10 - Bankruptcy in the Wine Industry is Coming Fast
    Sep 28 2026

    A discussion on how money lenders are getting close to foreclosing on wineries as sales in the wine industry continue to slump and wineries are unable to afford their debt payments due to higher refinance rates and decreasing consumption of wine.

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    28 mins
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