With the growing number of podcasts out there and the 48 million people tuning in weekly, we've cherry-picked seven wine-worthy podcasts for your educational auditory enjoyment. Whether you’re a professional, enthusiast, or just looking for some entertainment on your daily commute, they are all worth a listen.
1
Guild of Sommeliers
Produced by By GuildSomm, Master Sommelier Geoff Kruth covers wine tasting, pairings, regions and service -- all from the perspective of Sommeliers. Perfect for wine geeks or anyone with Master Sommelier aspirations, this podcast features members of the Guild of Sommeliers, winemakers, importers, writers, etc.
2
I’ll Drink to That! Talking Wine with Levi Dalton
From his tiny apartment, former sommelier and Wine Editor for Eater NY, Levi Dalton, interviews beverage directors, winemakers, sommeliers, ambassadors, writers as well as other famous and knowledgeable wine personalities. Erin Scala who also contributes original segments, creating a well-rounded podcast offering a little bit of something for everyone.
3
In The Drink
Hosted by Food & Wine Sommelier of the year and NY restaurant owner Joe Campanale (and also dabbles in winemaking in Italy), this weekly podcast scoops us on the innerworkings of our favorite libations via talks with winemakers, sommeliers, brewers, beverage directors, bartenders, distillers and journalists.
4
UK Wine Show
The UK Wine Show is all about wine and the UK wine scene. Put aside the potential geographical differences, these interviews from winemakers, consumers, owners, and scientists are universally interesting. If it is about wine, host Chris Scott will cover it.
5
Grape Radio
This wine talk show is a two time James Beard Award winner celebrates wine, covering wine news, industry trends, and interviews making for a great podcast for all listeners, novice consumers to wine professionals.
6
Vino 101
Located in the heart of the Russian River Valley, Vino 101’s mission is to help you get the most pleasure out of your wine purchase regardless if spend $5 or $500 on a bottle of wine. Beyond learning about the biggest bordeaux for your buck, Vino 101 explores new regions, varietals, current events, and wine news.
7
Wine Two Five
Hosted by Stephanie Davis and Valerie Caruso who believe in “wine with lunch, and that drinking every day - any time of the day - is acceptable and classy”, Wine to Five is “everyday drinking for everyday people”.
This compilation is a small sampling (and a work-in-progress!). If you'd like us to add one that you and/or your team use, please email us at [email protected]!
