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
What Winemaking Really Takes | Adam Lee | Barrels and Roots
In this episode of Barrels and Roots, I sit down with veteran winemaker Adam Lee to unpack what it really takes to understand wine, make great Pinot Noir, and build a life around the craft. Adam takes me from his early days selling win...
Wine Needs To Change | Molly Bossardt | Barrels and Roots
In this episode of Barrels and Roots, I sit down with Molly Bossardt, founder of Bread and Butter Digital Marketing, to talk about why great wine alone is no longer enough to grow a winery.We explore how wine marketing is chang...
The Brutal Reality of Wine Harvest | Ben Parodi | Barrels and Roots
In this episode of the Barrels and Roots Podcast, I sit down with Ben Parodi, assistant winemaker at Vineyard 29, to explore what really happens behind the scenes of Napa Valley winemaking. Ben shares his family’s deep roots in St. Helena, h...
What Makes Wineries Memorable | Brigid Harris | Barrels and Roots
I sat down with Brigid Harris, co-owner of Bedarra Vineyards in Sonoma County, to talk about what really makes wine and the businesses behind it memorable. From starting a hobby vineyard with her husband to building a wine brand rooted in th...
Napa’s Hidden Story | Jeri Hansen | Barrels and Roots
In this episode of Barrels and Roots, I sit down with Jeri Hansen, President and CEO of the Napa Chamber of Commerce, to explore the community that exists beyond Napa Valley’s world-famous wine. We talk about the farmers, winemakers, cellar tea...