The Wine CEO Podcast

What makes Burgundy wine so special—and why does terroir matter so much? In this episode of The Wine CEO Podcast, I sit down with Matthieu Mangenot of Domaines Albert Bichot to explore the philosophy behind one of Burgundy's most respected family-run wineries. With over 20 years of sustainability practices in the vineyards, Albert Bichot is leading the way in organic winemaking, low-intervention techniques, and environmentally responsible wine production—all while preserving the classical identity that makes Burgundy so iconic. As both an agronomist and enologist, Matthieu brings a rare, full-circle perspective to winemaking—ensuring that exceptional wine begins with exceptional grapes.

In this episode, we discuss: what terroir really means in Burgundy wine, why you can't make great wine without great grapes, how sustainability and organic certification impact wine quality, and so much more! Whether you're new to Burgundy or looking to deepen your knowledge, this episode will help you understand what makes these wines so elegant, expressive, and world-renowned.

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Discover why California Chardonnay is one of the most talked-about wines in the world—and why it shouldn't be so polarizing.

In this episode of The Wine CEO Podcast, I sit down with Richie Allen of Rombauer Vineyards to break down what truly makes great wine: the right grapes grown in the right place.

Richie shares his winemaking philosophy around typicity of region, explaining why understanding where grapes are grown is the key to producing exceptional wines. We also dive into the story behind Rombauer's iconic Carneros Chardonnay, explore why California Chardonnay has become so polarizing (and why it deserves a second chance!), and discuss how fear of failure shaped Richie's early career—and ultimately helped him succeed.

Whether you're a seasoned wine lover or just getting started, this episode will help you better understand California wine, Chardonnay styles, and how to confidently choose wines you'll love.

🍷 In this episode, we cover:

What "typicity of region" really means in winemaking, why the right grapes in the right place matters so much, the truth about California Chardonnay (and why it's misunderstood), the story behind Rombauer's signature Chardonnay, how fear of failure can actually drive success, and tips for choosing and enjoying Chardonnay with confidence

✨ If you've ever said "I don't like Chardonnay"… this episode might change your mind.

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What happens when a wine brand focuses on just one wine and does it exceptionally well?

In this episode of The Wine CEO Podcast, I sit down with winemaker Tristan Butterfield to explore ETHOS, a newly launched wine brand from Ste. Michelle Wine Estates that is taking a bold, focused approach: crafting a single, high-quality Cabernet Sauvignon that showcases the power and elegance of Columbia Valley. If you love Cabernet Sauvignon, want to discover emerging wine regions, or are curious about premium, small-production wines, this episode is for you.

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What would you do if life forced you to stop waiting?

In this episode of The Wine CEO Podcast, I sit down with Debra Mathy, Proprietor of Dutcher Crossing Winery, to talk about the deeply personal moment that led her to leave the corporate world and pursue her dream of owning a winery in Sonoma County.

After her father's stage 4 melanoma diagnosis, Deb made a bold decision—to stop putting life on hold. Just months after purchasing the winery, her father passed away, leaving her with a powerful symbol that still defines the brand today. In this episode, we talk about: What it really takes to build a successful winery from the ground up The challenges and opportunities of being a female winery owner How personal loss can shape your leadership and legacy The story behind Dutcher Crossing's iconic penny farthing logo Deb's newest venture and what's next in her winemaking journey Whether you're a wine lover, aspiring entrepreneur, or someone navigating a major life pivot, this conversation will inspire you to take action on the life you truly want. 🍷

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Today's guest: https://dutchercrossingwinery.com/

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In this episode of The Wine CEO Podcast, I sit down with Myisha Moore, Co-Founder and CMO of Saint Enzo—the modern luxury Lambrusco brand that sold out its first release in minutes. With a background leading marketing strategy for global brands like Nike, Ferrari, and Vogue Singapore, Myisha shares how she identified a massive gap in the wine industry—and turned an overlooked category into a culturally relevant, luxury experience.

We dive into:

✨ How to build a luxury wine brand from scratch

✨ The psychology behind premium pricing and exclusivity

✨ Why Lambrusco is being reimagined for modern consumers

✨ What the future of luxury wine looks like

Whether you're a wine lover, entrepreneur, or brand builder, this conversation will completely change how you think about wine, luxury, and consumer behavior.

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Today's Guest: https://www.saintenzo.com/

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In this special International Women's Day 2026 episode of The Wine CEO, I sit down with Namratha Stanley — French author, wine merchant, and founder of the Bordeaux wine brand Solicantus — to share one of the most powerful stories I've heard in the wine world.

After surviving more than a decade in an abusive marriage in India, Namratha made the courageous decision to leave everything behind and rebuild her life. In 2017, she moved to Bordeaux, France, where she reinvented herself in the heart of one of the world's most famous wine regions.

Today, she is a wine entrepreneur, brand owner, and author of the memoir Vineyard Melody — a deeply personal story of resilience, reinvention, and finding freedom through wine.

In this episode, we discuss: 🍷 Her journey from India to Bordeaux 🍷 Escaping an abusive marriage and starting over 🍷 Building a wine brand in France as an outsider 🍷 The inspiration behind her memoir Vineyard Melody 🍷 Lessons about courage, identity, and transformation

Her story is a powerful reminder of what is possible when women reclaim their future.

If you enjoy wine stories, inspiring female entrepreneurs, and behind-the-scenes perspectives on the wine industry, you'll love this conversation.

>>>Watch this conversation on my Youtube channel: https://youtu.be/HlHleGdcD3M

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🍷 Inside Kopke: How Port Wine Is Made | Styles of Port Explained | Oldest Port House in Portugal

In this exclusive interview filmed in Portugal's Douro Valley, I sit down with the viticulturist and marketing manager at Kopke, the oldest Port wine house in the world, founded in 1638. Together, we break down the basics of Port wine production, including how Port is made, why fermentation is stopped early, and how fortification shapes its signature sweetness and structure. If you've ever wondered what actually makes Port different from still wine, this episode is for you. We also explore the main styles of Port wine, from Ruby and Tawny to Colheita and aged Ports, and explain how aging, barrels, and time create dramatically different flavor profiles.

Whether you're new to Port or looking to deepen your wine knowledge, this conversation gives you a clear, approachable foundation. Finally, we talk about what makes Kopke truly special—its legacy as the oldest Port producer, its focus on single-harvest Colheita Ports, and how tradition and innovation coexist in one of Portugal's most historic wine houses.

📍 Filmed on location in Portugal

🎙️ Featuring insights from Kopke's viticulture and marketing teams

🍇 Perfect for wine lovers, students, and anyone curious about Port wine

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Looking for the perfect holiday gift for the wine lover in your life? In this video, Sarah from The Wine CEO shares her 2025 Holiday Gift Guide featuring elegant wine accessories, must-read wine books, fun wine-themed gifts, and travel-ready wine finds that elevate entertaining at home and on the road. Whether you love cooking with wine, hosting dinner parties, planning wine-focused travel, or simply want smarter gift ideas for the holidays, this curated guide is designed for adults who want to enjoy wine with confidence and style. From decanters and preservation tools to picnic baskets and Champagne-inspired reads, you'll discover thoughtful, experience-driven gifts perfect for every wine enthusiast — plus links to shop the full guide online.

Watch this video on my youtube channel for pictures of each gift: https://youtu.be/ScuiMmea6xc

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Episode mentioned in today's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1g3QCatqEcgO9WEe4cSOwT?si=pBcI8_STRLqwmpbOn9ZbJQ

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Have you ever thought about starting a podcast? Or maybe you've just listened to my show for months now and you want a behind the scenes look into why I started @thewineceo? Then today's episode is for you! With over 4.5 years of podcasting and 200 episodes, I'm sitting down for the first time on the show to not talk about wine! I'm sharing the biggest lessons I've learned in my podcasting journey and some helpful tips that may help you if you are starting any big project in life ;) You can still grab a glass while you listen to me open up about some honest learnings from this journey!

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Episode mentioned in today's podcast:

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Did you know that Portugal is only 1/4 the size of California, but has over 250 indigenous grape varieties? This country is most known for the production of the fortified wines Port and Madeira, but there's so much more to this amazing wine region! Watch the full video to learn everything you need to know about Portugal and the amazing wines coming from this region!

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This last week I traveled to Miami for one of North America's largest wine conferences and I got to speak with over 50 winemakers, producers, and industry professionals in 2 days. Today I'm sharing 5 interesting things I learned from the conference! Don't forget to hit subscribe so you don't miss my travel content as I explore a new wine region this summer!

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Is there really a difference between a $10 bottle of wine and a $100 bottle of wine? Or what about a $40 bottle of wine? And if there is a difference, what determines price point for a wine? Join Sarah as she dives into this hot topic that makes every wine consumer curious!

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Bordeaux Episode mentioned in today's show: https://youtu.be/L1c7mmRhwwA

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Thinking about becoming a sommelier? Or maybe you are just really into the wine world? I've been in the beverage industry for 15 years and a sommelier for almost 8, so in today's episode I'm share about the top 5 things I wish I had known at the start of my journey. Hopefully these tips will help you as you begin studying wine and enjoying this world of vino! Press play now and don't forget to subscribe to my channel for more wine & travel content.

This episode is best enjoyed on my YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/2sR3gTxL0ZE

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If you love wine and massages (who doesn't, right?) then today's episode is for you! Today, I'm sitting down with Kelly Lewis, CEO of The Wine Spa - America's first vintherapy spa. Kelly has curated treatments that integrate the healing antioxidants and medicinal properties of the grape vine with modern practices of massage, facials, and more. Vintherapy spas are common around the world, but this concept is new to the US and Kelly has big plans to expand while staying true to the local wine regions where she partners with wineries to upcycle discarded wine. So grab your favorite glass of wine and press play on this new episode!

This episode is best enjoyed on my YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/r8sdUQNylQI

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Today's Guest: Kelly Lewis

The Wine Spa Website: https://thewinespapdx.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winespa_pdx/#podcast

If you are only drinking sake with sushi (or not at all), then today's episode is for you! Join me as I chat with Ben Bell, co-founder of Origami Sake, an American craft sake company out of Arkansas.....and yes, you heard that right - AMERICAN sake. Ben actually moved to Japan for 2 years to learn how to make sake and then came home to open an outstanding craft sake business in the heart of America's rice land. So grab your favorite glass of wine and learn about sake and why you need to be drinking it this spring!

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https://youtu.be/XbC9xQWNQcQ

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Today's Guest: Ben Bell, Co-Founder Origami Sake

Origami Website: https://drinkorigami.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/origamisakeco/

Why are wine trade shows important? Join me today in an interview with the Marketing director of Vinexposium, one of the largest providers of wine industry events around the globe! In early May I'm attending the Vinexposium event for North and South America in Miami and I'm so excited to network with over 3,000 brands and beverage professionals. Press play now to learn more about this awesome event!

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Have you ever tried to purchase wine from a winery but the minimum to ship prohibited you from completing the sale? Winemakers and distributors are limited by shipping costs, import taxes, and fees that make it impossible to sell single bottles to consumers around the globe. BUT, one tech company is looking to change that. Join me as I sit down with WINEing Co-founder, Moshe Weizman as we discuss his new platform and how it's encouraging collaborative wine buying. It's an exciting change coming to the wine industry and you need to know about it! So grab a glass of wine and press play now!

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Today's Guest: Moshe Weizman

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosheweizman/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moshe_wineing/

Website: https://www.wineing.net

Article mentioned in the interview: https://transformingwine.substack.com/p/marketplaces-eat-markets

If you have been shopping for single serve wine options recently then you may have noticed that they're mostly in cans, boxes, or plastic bottles. Packaging not only has marketing impact on buyer perception, but it also impacts the taste of the wine! That's why Dana Spaulding created Wander + Ivy, a luxury single serve wine brand with sexy glass bottling for her high quality, sustainably sourced wines! In today's episode, I interviewed Dana about entering the wine industry with no prior experience selling or serving wine and the challenges she faced breaking into the market! So grab a glass of your favorite wine and press play to hear Dana's story and learn about this amazing female founded wine brand!

This episode is best viewed on my YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/1YVNUpjnra4

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Today's guest: Dana Spaulding

Wander + Ivy Website: https://wanderandivy.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/wanderandivy/#

Even if you know nothing about wine, you've probably heard of Napa Valley. This region is by far one of the most well known wine regions in the United States, but did you know that it only makes up for 4% of the wines coming out of California? There's so much to discover about Napa Valley and in today's episode I'm sharing top grapes you need to know, sub regions, travel tips and more! So grab a glass of vino and press play now for this quick overview on Napa!

This episode is best enjoyed on my youtube channel here: https://youtu.be/-oHIopdUn3w

If you are listening, be sure to check out my blog post below for a map of Napa's AVAs and additional travel content!

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This episode was one of my original podcasts from way back in 2021! but the pairings are just as delicious now as 4 years ago. If you love chocolate - this episode is for you! Listen now and don't forget to subscribe to my channel for more wine content!

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