Vint Wine Podcast
The Vint Wine Podcast offers an insider’s look into the world of wine and spirits through conversations with the people and producers shaping today’s food and drink culture. From Master Sommeliers and Masters of Wine to acclaimed writers, winemakers, and growers behind some of the world’s most celebrated bottles, host Billy Galanko brings you thoughtful stories and expert insights.
Whether you're a passionate enthusiast or work in the industry, you’ll enjoy learning more about the wines you love while gaining exclusive access to a wide range of voices and perspectives from across the wine world.
For inquiries, email Billy Galanko at billy@winepod.com.
Episodes
199 episodes
Chris Cottrell of Bedrock Wine Co. on Old Vines, Regenerative Farming, & Historic Field Blends
In this special 200th episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko is joined by Chris Cottrell, co-winemaker and partner at Bedrock Wine Co., to explore one of California’s most revered and dynamic producers. From <...
•
49:34
Five Questions with Chris Cottrell of Bedrock Wine Co.
On this episode of Five Questions we’re joined by Chris Cottrell, co-owner of Bedrock Wine Co. and Under the Wire. From farming historic vineyards in Sonoma to crafting low-intervention wines rooted in California’s...
•
10:25
Bringing Everyone to the Table: Chasity Cooper on Modern Wine Culture
In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko sits down with wine writer, speaker, and cultural commentator Chasity Cooper, named one of Wine Enthusiast’s 40 Under 40 Tastemakers, for a wide-ranging conversation a...
•
54:41
Five Questions With Chasity Cooper Wine Writer + Culture Expert
In this episode of Five Questions, we’re joined by Chasity Cooper, a journalist, storyteller, and passionate voice in the wine industry. Chasity shares how she blends her love of writing with a deep appreciation for wine, bringing unde...
•
7:32
Château Musar: Lebanon’s Global Wine Icon With 3rd. Generation Marc Hochar
In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Marc Hochar of Château Musar, Lebanon’s most storied and singular winery. Known for its age-worthy and distinctiver wines grown in the Bekaa Valley, Musar has long stood apart in the gl...
•
51:57
Five Questions with Chateau Musar's Marc Hochar
In this episode of Five Questions, we sit down with Marc Hochar of Château Musar, Lebanon’s most iconic winery. He shares the story behind their high-altitude vineyards in the Bekaa Valley, the use of both indigenous and French varieti...
•
7:00
Cornelius Dönnhoff on Riesling Purity, Nahe Terroir, and Single Vineyard Nuances
In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko sits down with Cornelius Dönnhoff, one of Germany’s most respected winemakers and the current steward of the iconic Weingut Dönnhoff in the Nahe. Known globally for crafting so...
•
52:05
Five Questions with Cornelius Dönnhoff of Weingut Dönnhoff
In this episode of Five Questions from the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Cornelius Dönnhoff, head of the iconic Weingut Dönnhoff in Germany’s Nahe region. Cornelius shares insights into his Riesling-focused estate, his minimalist...
•
6:51
Burgundy, Champagne, and the Global Wine Market with Charles Curtis MW
In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Charles Curtis MW, author, former Head of Wine at Christie’s in New York and Hong Kong, Burgundy and Champagne expert, and one of the most respected wine consultant...
•
58:13
Five Questions with Charles Curtis MW: Burgundy, Champagne, and Vintages to Know
In this episode of Five Questions, presented by the Vint Marketplace, we welcome Charles Curtis MW—renowned wine consultant, author, and authority on Burgundy and Champagne.Charles shares his expertise on how ma...
•
6:39
The Evolution of Port, Visiting Porto & 2000+ Year-Old Glassware with Adrian Bridge, CEO of Taylor Fladgate
In this episode of The Vint Wine Podcast, we welcome Adrian Bridge, CEO of the Fladgate Partnership, the historic company behind Taylor Fladgate, Fonseca, and Croft. With over 300 years of winemaking legacy, Adrian offers...
•
1:02:25
Five Questions with Adrian Bridge CEO of Taylor Fladgate
In this episode of Five Questions, we speak with Adrian Bridge, CEO of the historic Port powerhouse Taylor Fladgate. One of the most respected names in fortified wine, Taylor Fladgate has been shaping the identity of Port for over 300 years. Ad...
•
10:07
Bobby Stuckey MS Returns: Lessons on Service, Leadership, and Lasting Hospitality
In this episode, Master Sommelier Bobby Stuckey returns to the Vint Wine Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation on the art of hospitality, the evolving role of the sommelier, and the deep connections forged through thoughtful service. From his...
•
1:04:42
Red Tail Ridge & Reinventing Finger Lakes Sparkling: A Conversation with Nancy Irelan
In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, hosts Billy Galanko and Brady Weller sit down with Nancy Irelan, the powerhouse behind Red Tail Ridge Winery in New York’s Finger Lakes. From her early days as a PhD studen...
•
1:08:19
5 Questions with a Winemaker: Nancy Irelan, Red Tail Ridge - Finger Lakes, NY
In this episode of Five Questions with a Winemaker, hosts Billy Galanko and Brady Weller sit down with Nancy Irelan, Winemaker and Owner of Red Tail Ridge Winery in New York’s Finger Lakes. Renowned for her cool-climate varietals and sparkling ...
•
9:11
The Wines of California with Author Elaine Chukan Brown
In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed wine writer and researcher Elaine Chukan Brown to discuss their new book, The Wines of California is a sweeping and deeply informed look at the Golden S...
•
52:02
A Masterclass in Pinot Noir with Kosta Browne’s Julien Howsepian
In this episode of The Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Julien Howsepian, lead winemaker at Kosta Browne, one of California’s most acclaimed producers of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Julien shares how his path led from UC Davis t...
•
52:19
5 Questions with a Winemaker: Julien Howsepian, Kosta Browne - Sonoma, CA
In this episode of Five Questions with a Winemaker, presented by the Vint Marketplace, we sit down with Julien Howsepian, Head Winemaker at Kosta Browne, one of California’s most celebrated names in Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Known for...
•
6:19
Australian Wine Legends Stephen & Prue Henschke Share the Story of their Famed Wines & Vines
In this episode of The Vint Podcast, host Billy Galanko sits down with Stephen and Prue Henschke of Henschke —one of the most iconic family-run wineries in the world.This in-depth conversation covers the legacy of the Hill of Gr...
•
1:00:56
5 Questions With a Winemaker: Stephen & Prue Henschke
In this episode of Five Questions with a Winemaker, presented by the Vint Marketplace, we sit down with Stephen and Prue Henschke, sixth-generation vintners of Henschke Wines—one of Australia’s most revered estates. From Eden Valley Ri...
•
9:01
Alsace From 1639 to Today: 13th Generation Jean-Frédéric Hugel on Terroir & Tradition
In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Jean-Frédéric Hugel, 13th-generation vintner at Famille Hugel in Alsace, to explore one of France’s most historic wine families and regions. Founded in 1639, Famille Hugel...
•
53:36
Five Questions with a Winemaker: Jean Frédéric Hugel of Famille Hugel, Alsace
In this episode of Five Questions with a Winemaker, we sit down with Jean Frédéric Hugel, the 13th generation of the legendary Famille Hugel in Alsace, France. Jean shares the story behind one of the region’s most histori...
•
9:48
Behind the Scenes at Beaux Frères: Mike D. Etzel on Pinot Noir, Place, and Perspective
🎙️ In this episode of the Vint Podcast, we sit down with Mike D. Etzel, President of Beaux Frères Vineyards in Oregon’s Ribbon Ridge AVA, to explore the legacy...
•
56:19
Five Questions with a Winemaker: Mike D. Etzel, CEO of Beaux Frères Vineyards
Welcome to a new mini-series from the Vint Podcast: Five Questions with a Winemaker. In each bite-sized episode, we sit down with a leading voice in the world of wine and ask five questions that reveal their personal story, winemaking ...
•
6:24
Master of Wine vs. Master Sommelier: What’s the Difference? Inside the MW With Chairman Rod Smith
In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, hosts Brady Weller and Billy Galanko return with stories from recent wine travels through Burgundy, Rhône, and Bordeaux, followed by an in-depth conversation with Rod Smith MW, Chairman ...
•
1:01:51
