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Wine Access Unfiltered—The Official Podcast and Wine Club of Wine Access—goes deep into what we really love about wine: the intimate moments, unforgettable occasions, and hilarious stories that a great bottle brings about. Hosted by former PRESS wine director and Napa Valley insider Amanda McCrossin with appearances from our team of unrivaled experts, we’re popping our favorite bottles and sharing them with you.
The Wine Access Unfiltered Wine Club delivers a completely new wine education experience. Once every two months, you’ll receive four bottles. They will all be featured and discussed on the Wine Access Unfiltered podcast. That way, you can drink along with us as we tell stories, share knowledge, and answer your questions!
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“Aha moments” at the Napa Valley Barrel Auction Featuring Spottswoode, Shafer, Frogs Leap, Gallica, and Duckhorn
In this very special episode, Amanda is joined by some of the top vintners and winemakers in the world—from Spottswoode, Shafer, Frogs Leap, Gallica, and Duckhorn—at the Napa Valley Barrel Auction. You’re not going to want to miss their never-before-told stories on their ‘aha moments’ of clarity where something just clicks for them—when wine starts to feel different, more purposeful, more meaningful, more clear—and how those meaningful moments shaped their wine journey. Plus, we dive into why paying attention to yours can be the ultimate key to unlocking your inner savvy wine buyer.
Wine Featured on this Episode
2016 Domaine de Baronarques Limoux Red Languedoc
Our Guests:
Molly Sheppard, Spottswoode Estate
Doug Shafer, Shafer Vineyards
John Williams, Frogs Leap
Rosemary Cakebread, Gallica
Renee Ary, Duckhorn
🙏 Thank you to the Napa Valley Vintners and to our Winery Host, Hall Wines
💡Learn more about Collective Napa Valley and the Barrel Auction
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The Savvy Wine Buyers Guide to Piedmont Featuring Jeff Porter
If you’ve ordered a bottle of Barolo in the last 20 years, you can probably thank Jeff Porter for that. Despite now being a staple on wine lists and collections, Piedmont wines haven’t always received the same reverence as their French counterparts. Former wine and beverage director for Batali & Bastianich Hospitality—turned Wine Enthusiast writer and reviewer for northern Italy—left NYC to fully immerse himself in the heart of Piemonte. He joins us for an insider’s look at the region: From surprising misnomers about aging Barolo to the best value in the region, this episode takes you way beyond Nebbiolo and deep into the culture, history, and vibe of this iconic region.
Wine Featured on this Episode
2020 Runchet Nebbiolo Langhe Piedmont
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Wines of Australia featuring Mark Davidson
“If you were stuck with only Australian wine to drink, you would never be bored,” claimed guest Mark Davidson—who has been championing Australia for the better part of 2 decades. His book “The Wines of Australia” focuses on this new world region—which has some of the oldest vines in the world, nearly every grape and style of wine on the planet, and some of the best values in the wine world. Plus, we give you the scoop on the major Burgundy hail storms and discuss why Robert Mondavi is teaming up with an unlikely collaborator. Your savvy wine buying guide to Australian wine starts now.
Wine Featured on This Episode:
2021 The Story "Super G" Grampians, Australia
Producers/Wines Mentioned:
Tolpuddle Chardonnay
House of Arras (Sparkling)
Clonakilla
Mayer (Pinot Noir)
Leeuwin Estate (Art Series Chardonnay)
Tyrrell's (Vat 1 Semillon)
Grosset (Riesling)
Henschke
Unico Zelo
Ochota Barrels
Shaw & Smith
Vasse Felix
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Links and Mentions
Nothing Left to Say? By Karen MacNeil
Men's Journal Wine Column
Wine News in 5 on IG by Samantha Cole Johnson (Senior US Editor , Jancis Robinson)
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ABC: Anything But Champagne featuring Matthew Kaner
Champagne might be the king of bubbly, but that doesn’t mean it’s the surefire option for every situation. Sommelier Matthew Kaner—former SommTV host and current wine correspondent for Men’s Journal—joins us to discuss the unique characteristics of the world’s best sparkling wines and how they can play a starring role … starting with Italy. While Emilia-Romagna might be best known for cars and food—and Venice for Gondolas—both serve as home base for Italy’s most famous apertif-friendly wines. Plus, we talk the challenges for wine writers in today’s landscape and how America became to Prosecco’s greatest ally.
Wine Featured on This Episode:
2022 Fattoria Moretto Canova Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro Emilia-Romagna
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Links and Mentions
Nothing Left to Say? By Karen MacNeil
Men's Journal Wine Column
Wine News in 5 on IG by Samantha Cole Johnson (Senior US Editor , Jancis Robinson)
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Host: Amanda McCrossin
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Why Do People Think They Hate Chardonnay? Featuring @cokiesworldofwine
It’s the 5th most planted grape in the world and the most planted white wine grape in California—but sometimes it feels like everyone hates Chardonnay. In this episode we’re diving into this very misunderstood grape variety, how its reputation as an over-oaked sugar cookie is falling by the wayside, and why it’s Amanda’s “desert island grape.” Wine-vlogger and sommelier Cokie of @cokiesworldofwine (over 300k on IG) joins to share some fool-proof tips on spotting bottles you’ll love just by looking at them.
Wine Featured on This Episode:
2019 Adelsheim Vineyard Chardonnay Staking Claim Chehalem Mountains Willamette Valley
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March Madness: Wine Edition
When it comes to wine regions, does one region rule them all? We’re putting the greats up against each other and breaking down the intricacies of selecting wine out in the wild. When should you choose Washington or Tuscany over Bordeaux? Does Champagne always make the best sparkling or are there situations where Cava or Prosecco make more sense? Plus, the wine world’s greatest con-man Rudy Kurniawan is back in business—and we’ve got the inside scoop on what he’s up to and why his bottles might become valuable collectibles.
Wine Featured on This Episode:
2015 Balboa 'Mith' Red Wine
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Host: Amanda McCrossin
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