Barrels & Roots
Welcome to Barrels & Roots, a journey through the world of wine and food, where every vineyard, kitchen, and cellar holds a story worth telling. Hosted by Sean Trace, this show explores the passion, tradition, and creativity that turn simple ingredients into art and shared moments into legacy.
From the heart of Napa Valley to the tables and tasting rooms of the world, Sean sits down with winemakers, chefs, and artisans who live by their craft. Each conversation dives into the culture, the community, and the human stories that give flavor to what we create and share.
Whether you are a sommelier, a chef, a storyteller, or someone who simply loves the ritual of a good meal and a better conversation, Barrels & Roots invites you to slow down, listen closely, and taste the stories that connect us all.
Barrels & Roots
Latest Episodes
Wine Tasting for Beginners | All About Albarino | Sean & Chang
Wine tasting doesn't have to be complicated! Join Sean and Chang on Barrels & Roots as we taste our way through Albariño, rosé, Italian Lambrusco, and Pinot Noir, sharing honest reactions, a few laughs, and some surprising discoveries al...
Inside California's Most Overlooked Wine Region | Kristina Filippi | Barrels & Roots
I sat down with Kristina Filippi, the winemaker at Wilson Creek Winery and Vineyards in Temecula, California. We talk about why Temecula’s hot days and cool nights make it a surprisingly great wine region, which Mediterran...
Merlot Deserves Better | Mike Anderson | Barrels & Roots
I sat down with Mike Anderson, the owner and winemaker behind MTGA Wines and Blair Patent Wines in St. Helena, to talk about growing up in a Napa Valley wine family and why he swore he'd never get into the business. Mike s...
The Best Wine Isn’t Expensive | Julien Fayard | Barrels and Roots
I sat down with French-born winemaker Julien Fayard to talk about something I think the wine world desperately needs more of enjoying wine without overthinking it. Julien grew up around wine in France before building his career in Napa Valley a...
The Hidden Life Behind Great Wine | Steve Matthiasson | Barrels and Roots
I sat down with Napa Valley winemaker and organic farmer Steve Matthiasson to explore what really happens before a bottle of wine ever reaches the table. We talk about Steve’s journey from wanting to become an organic farmer to building a winer...