The Porróncast

De Maison Selections & Ryan Looper
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The Porróncast is a beverage industry podcast from De Maison Selections, spotlighting the people, markets, and makers behind the wine, spirits, sake, and fortifieds of Spain, France, and Japan. If you find the Porrón, it’s De Maison.

  1. Oct 8

    Live from Pass the Porrón: The Gold Coast of Rioja & Reclaiming Place with André Tamers

    Can a famous wine region reinvent itself without losing its audience? In this live panel discussion led by De Maison Selections founder André Tamers, we explore the changing landscape of Rioja as it transitions from traditional brand-driven consistency toward site-specificity, terroir, and wines of place. Joined by four independent grower-producers from the De Maison portfolio, Andre tackles one of the biggest questions in the wine world today: When a region’s commercial success is built on a uniform, recognizable identity, how do you reframe the narrative around quality and origin without leaving consumers behind? The panel goes deep on why Rioja is often misunderstood and why place and village identity is the clearest path forward. We debate time versus place, how labeling rules shape what you see on a bottle, and what has to change for small producers to survive and thrive. In this episode, the panel covers: Terroir vs. Aging: How traditional aging classifications can flatten diversity, and why Reserva and Gran Reserva can coexist with village wines when terroir leads the story.Village Microclimates: How limestone soils drive acidity in Samaniego whites, altitude brings freshness to Labastida, and river-influenced terraces shape San Vicente.Rethinking Oak: The role of oak as a complementary tool rather than the dominant flavor profile.Industry Action: What importers, retailers, and educators must do as Rioja portfolios become more granular and place-focused.Guest Panel:  Pablo Rodríguez of Remelluri Alain Quintana representing the Cosecheros de Labastida  Maríasun Saenz de Samaniego from Bodegas Ostatu  Carlos Yécora of Bodegas Luberri Send us Fan Mail demaisonselections.com Follow us on IG: @demaisonselections  @demaisoneast If you find a Porrón on the back label of a bottle, it is imported to the US exclusively by De Maison Selections  The Porróncast is hosted and produced by Ryan Looper - @iamlooper Original Music by @juliantamers

  2. Sep 24

    Live from Pass the Porrón: The Making and Meaning of French, Basque, and Breton Whisk(e)y with Mike Aloi

    In the live panel discussion, Mike Aloi, the National Spirits Portfolio Manager at De Maison selections leads a discussion about Whisky distilleries in France, the Basque Region and Breton through the lens of water, wood, time. Through this panel, both perspective and pathways are charted for the future of these burgeoning areas for world-class whisky. Guest Distillers include: Stéphane Bogaert of T.O.S Distillery in the Hauts-de-France Lénaïck Lemaitre of Naguelann Distillery in Brittany Santi from Acha distillery in the Basque Country Philippe Vançon from Jacoulot Distillery in Burgundy Whisky Tasted: T.O.S Distillerie Whisky Artesia Pur MaltJacoulot 13yr Single MaltDestilerías Acha Ibar 8 yr Basque Mountain WhiskyDestilerías Acha Haran 21 yr Basque Mountain WhiskyNaguelann Dieil SklaerNaguelann Dieil Pevar Ch'oadSend us Fan Mail demaisonselections.com Follow us on IG: @demaisonselections  @demaisoneast If you find a Porrón on the back label of a bottle, it is imported to the US exclusively by De Maison Selections  The Porróncast is hosted and produced by Ryan Looper - @iamlooper Original Music by @juliantamers

  3. Sep 10

    Live from Pass the Porrón: Defining Muscadet Cru Communaux through the Flavors of Stone

    In this live seminar, third-generation winemaker Louise Chéreau of Chéreau-Carré leads us through the origins of the Muscadet appellation and the modern development of its Cru Communaux system. This episode offers a seminal exploration of terroir and time as Louise highlights four distinct Cru Communaux wines from the Chéreau-Carré portfolio: Chéreau-Carré Cru Monnières Saint Fiacre 2016 Chéreau-Carré 'Le Clos' Cru La Haye Fouassière 2018 Chéreau-Carré Cru Clisson 2018 Chéreau-Carré Cru Chateau-Thébaud 2022 Chéreau-Carré Comte Leloup de la Chasseloir 'Cuvée Ceps Centenaires' 2019 Send us Fan Mail demaisonselections.com Follow us on IG: @demaisonselections  @demaisoneast If you find a Porrón on the back label of a bottle, it is imported to the US exclusively by De Maison Selections  The Porróncast is hosted and produced by Ryan Looper - @iamlooper Original Music by @juliantamers

  4. Aug 27

    Live from Pass the Porrón: Pioneers of Galicia with Noah Chichester

    In this live seminar, Noah Chichester lays out the context, history and incredible potential of Galician wine while exploring four pioneering wineries:  Do Ferreiro in Rías BaixasLadeiras do Xil in ValdeorrasAbadía da Cova in Ribeira Sacra Emilio Rojo in Ribeiro.Providing a spotlight on these iconic producers, Noah walks through how these wineries contributed to the vinous landscape of Galicia and explores how Galicia is producing some of the most important wines of terroir in Spain today. For the most important resource on Galician Wine on the web visit: winesofgalicia.com & follow Noah on instagram @nchichester Send us Fan Mail demaisonselections.com Follow us on IG: @demaisonselections  @demaisoneast If you find a Porrón on the back label of a bottle, it is imported to the US exclusively by De Maison Selections  The Porróncast is hosted and produced by Ryan Looper - @iamlooper Original Music by @juliantamers

  5. 12/08/2025

    Naguelann: French Whisky with a Celtic Soul with Mike Aloi

    Michael Aloi (insta: @porronthebar), Spirits Portfolio Manager at De Maison joins us to explore Naguelann, a distinctive Breton distillery of Celtic-style whisky. We dive into Brittany’s culture, the state of French Whisky through the lens of Whisky Breton and explain “cask-started” aging while tasting the Naguelann lineup -- each whisky that turns the artistic and explorative intent of the talented distiller, Lénaîck Lemaitre, into deeply balanced flavor. As promised and for your listening pleasure, here is a link to the album Lénaîck Lemaitre composed, and his distillerie website.  Remember, if you #findtheporrón, it’s De Maison. Send us Fan Mail demaisonselections.com Follow us on IG: @demaisonselections  @demaisoneast If you find a Porrón on the back label of a bottle, it is imported to the US exclusively by De Maison Selections  The Porróncast is hosted and produced by Ryan Looper - @iamlooper Original Music by @juliantamers

  6. 11/10/2025

    Agroforestry, En Primeur, and The Soul of Moulis-en-Médoc

    In 2019, Théo Cordonnier joined his family at Château Anthonic, a pioneer in organic and agroforestry farming, as well as their new project in the gravel terroir of Grands Poujeaux, Lestage-Darquier. Théo shares the principles of regenerative farming and agroforestry practiced at his family estate that are humbly transforming the landscape of the Left Bank. We also decode En Primeur and La Place de Bordeaux through an example that includes tickets to Taylor Swift… Send us Fan Mail demaisonselections.com Follow us on IG: @demaisonselections  @demaisoneast If you find a Porrón on the back label of a bottle, it is imported to the US exclusively by De Maison Selections  The Porróncast is hosted and produced by Ryan Looper - @iamlooper Original Music by @juliantamers

  7. 04/15/2025

    The Secret Soul of Mallorca: Wines of the Mediterranean Breeze from Mesquida Mora

    Bàrbara Mesquida Mora is a biodynamic wine producer on the island of Mallorca. Bàrbara Mesquida Mora shares the rich winemaking tradition of Mallorca and how her winery, Mesquida Mora, champions indigenous grape varieties on this stunning Mediterranean island. We explore beyond the beaches and tourist spots to discover the authentic culture and terroir that make Mallorcan wines unique. Send us Fan Mail demaisonselections.com Follow us on IG: @demaisonselections  @demaisoneast If you find a Porrón on the back label of a bottle, it is imported to the US exclusively by De Maison Selections  The Porróncast is hosted and produced by Ryan Looper - @iamlooper Original Music by @juliantamers

  8. 11/01/2024

    T.O.S Distillery: A Grain-to-Glass French Whisky Story

    Stéphane Bogaert is one of the founders of T.O.S Distillerie, a Craft French Whisky, Geniévre and Eau-de-Vie distiller near the Belgian border in the Hauts-de-France.  Stéphane reveals the hidden treasures within the canon of French spirits, particularly quality eau-de-vie de bière and the ancient classic spirit of the area, Geniévre.  He also charts the future of French Whisky and its growing allure in international markets, including the US.  Send us Fan Mail demaisonselections.com Follow us on IG: @demaisonselections  @demaisoneast If you find a Porrón on the back label of a bottle, it is imported to the US exclusively by De Maison Selections  The Porróncast is hosted and produced by Ryan Looper - @iamlooper Original Music by @juliantamers

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The Porróncast is a beverage industry podcast from De Maison Selections, spotlighting the people, markets, and makers behind the wine, spirits, sake, and fortifieds of Spain, France, and Japan. If you find the Porrón, it’s De Maison.

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  • Creator
    De Maison Selections & Ryan Looper
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Porróncast
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