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
Stop Fearing Wine | Peter Yeung | Barrels and Roots
In this episode of Barrels and Roots, I sit down with Peter Yeung, CEO of Wente Vineyards, co-author of Luxury Wine Marketing, and host of the XChateau Wine Business Podcast, for a real conversation about what makes wine so fascinating, conf...
Philosophy Got Tipsy | Corné van Nijhuis | Barrels & Roots
I sat down with Corné van Nijhuis, the world's first self-described venosopher, and this conversation went places I didn't expect. Corné spent decades in corporate finance before stepping away and doing something remarkabl...
Wine Confidence For Beginners | Lan Nham | Barrels & Roots
I sat down with Lan, a wine marketing specialist based in Vietnam, and this conversation completely shifted how I think about introducing wine to a new generation.Lan has spent the last five to six years working in the wine ind...
What Harvest Is Really Like in Napa Valley | Bruce Devlin | Barrels & Roots
I sat down with Bruce Devlin, winemaker and general manager at Ballentine Vineyards in St. Helena, Napa Valley. Bruce has been making wine for over 25 years, and what strikes me most about his story is how deeply rooted it...
Sonoma’s Best Kept Secrets | Megan Koolmees | Barrels & Roots
In this episode of Barrels & Roots, I sit down with Megan Koolmees, DTC Director at Bonovia Winery in Sonoma County, to talk about everything that makes wine approachable, memorable, and genuinely exciting, even if you've never set foot ...