Episodes

  • Episode 218: I Transitioned at the Peak of My Wine Career—and Wine Tastes Different Now

    Episode 218: I Transitioned at the Peak of My Wine Career—and Wine Tastes Different Now
    Jun 17 2026

    We're joined by Tyler Balliet, a wine pro who has spent 20 years changing the way Millennials and Gen Z experience wine. (Remember Rosé Mansion? Yeah, she started that.) She's also one of the few out trans women in the wine industry. We chatted with Tyler about how her transition–and hormone replacement therapy, specifically–has changed the way she experiences wine, and revealed to her how the industry is failing to make products with women in mind. Tyler told us her take on the "Gen Z is drinking wrong" hysteria, the fascinating history behind the war on sweet wine, and why this June will be an especially meaningful Pride month for her. Listen to learn more.

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    53 mins
  • Episode 217: Australia's Most Coveted Wine Has No Website, Tasting Room, or Marketing

    Episode 217: Australia's Most Coveted Wine Has No Website, Tasting Room, or Marketing
    Jun 3 2026

    On this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we chat with WE Australia reviewer Christina Pickard on the myth and magic surrounding Wendouree.

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    58 mins
  • Episode 216: If ACOTAR Taught Us Anything, It's 'Don't Drink the Faerie Wine'

    Episode 216: If ACOTAR Taught Us Anything, It's 'Don't Drink the Faerie Wine'
    May 20 2026

    On this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we chatted with Spirits Podcast co-hosts Amanda McLoughlin and Julia Schifini about all things Faerie wine.

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    56 mins
  • Episode 215: Moscato d'Asti Is the Moment

    Episode 215: Moscato d'Asti Is the Moment
    May 6 2026

    Consorzio dell'Asti DOCG director Giacomo Pondini lets us in on why Moscato d'Asti is so much more than a "sweet wine."

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    25 mins
  • Episode 214: Is Oregon the Champagne of America?

    Episode 214: Is Oregon the Champagne of America?
    Apr 22 2026

    On this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we spoke with WE writer-at-large Michael Alberty about "Method Oregon" and the state's top-notch sparklers.

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    30 mins
  • Episode 213: What's Next for the Wine Importer Who Took Down the Trump Tariffs at the Supreme Court?

    Episode 213: What's Next for the Wine Importer Who Took Down the Trump Tariffs at the Supreme Court?
    Apr 8 2026

    Amazon or Walmart didn't defeat the tariffs. Victor Schwartz, the small New York-based wine importer who founded VOS Selections, filed suit shortly after they were announced. He took the case all the way to Supreme Court and won.

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    45 mins
  • Episode 212: After 10 Grammy Wins, Norah Jones' Pivot to Wine Is Hitting the Right Notes

    Episode 212: After 10 Grammy Wins, Norah Jones' Pivot to Wine Is Hitting the Right Notes
    Mar 25 2026

    With ten Grammy wins and twenty nominations, it's safe to say that Norah Jones has had a successful career in the music industry. The epitome of a multi-hyphenate artist, Jones has released nine solo albums, made appearances in movies like Wong Kar Wai's My Blueberry Nights and Seth McFarlane's Ted, and now hosts her own podcast, "Norah Jones Is Playing Along." Recently, Jones added another hyphenate to the growing list—she became part-owner of the French winery Maison Wessman, creating a line of wines she calls "This Life."

    Now, Jones isn't representing herself as a technical wine expert here—her focus is more based on taste, mood, and gut feeling. In that way, she views the business quite similarly to how she approaches music. There's overlap between the two art forms, and "This Life" seeks to draw a line between them: the rosé and crémant are marketed as "a melody in every glass."

    For this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast, we were lucky enough to have Norah Jones stop by and chat with writer-at-large Matt Kettmann, who reviews wines from California and Languedoc-Roussillon—including Jones' This Life 2024 Crémant de Limoux (which received a score of 91 points). The two touch on how this collaboration came to be, how Jones settled on the "This Life" name, and new projects she has on the horizon.

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    26 mins
  • Episode 211: Everyone in Hollywood Has a Spirit Brand—But Are They Making Any Money?

    Episode 211: Everyone in Hollywood Has a Spirit Brand—But Are They Making Any Money?
    Mar 11 2026
    After months of debate over who should win "Best Actor," "Best Actress," and "Best Picture" (and "Best Film Editing," for all you cinephiles out there), the results will finally be announced this Sunday evening at the 98th Academy Awards ceremony, allowing us to finally fill out our Oscars bingo cards. But for many movie stars, the end of awards season means they can ramp up outside business ventures—often of the boozy variety. Over the past decade, we've seen countless celebrities launch spirit brands to great success, like George Clooney's Casamigos tequila and Ryan Reynolds' Aviation gin. Some of this year's Oscar nominees have gotten in on the trend, too. Re-watching Song Sung Blue to feel something? Mix up an espresso martini using "Best Actress" nominee Kate Hudson's King St. Vodka. Giving One Battle After Another a chance to prove its 4.2/5 Letterboxd rating? A Paloma with "Best Supporting Actor" nominee Benicio del Toro-backed Perro Verde Mezcal is the perfect pairing. It's no secret that the spirits industry is in a state of turmoil, as people drink less and purchase less alcohol. So why are celebrities still jumping into the space? And what does it take for their brands to actually be successful? I spoke with Ed Mundy, who heads up beverages research at investment bank and financial services firm Jefferies, to find out. Is there a guest you want us to interview? A topic you want us to cover? We want to hear from you! Email us at podcast@wineenthusiast.com. Remember to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Go to WineEnthusiast.com for the latest beverage industry coverage and all the tools you need to bring your love of wine to life. And wait, there's more! Get over 70% OFF the original cover price by subscribing to Wine Enthusiast magazine today! FOLLOW US: TikTok: @wineenthusiast Instagram: @wineenthusiast Facebook: @WineEnthusiast
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    21 mins