Have you ever wondered what types of wines have made it to White House state dinners?

Join Paul K. and Frederick J. Ryan, White House wine authority and author of Wine and the White House: A History, as they explore the fascinating history of wine in the White House and uncover the untold presidential stories associated with it.

Today, you’ll hear how wine became a silent yet potent diplomatic tool that helped shape the social fabric of state events.

From Jefferson’s French wine voyages to the strategic wine selections during state dinners to American wineries that have caught the presidential palate, this episode is truly a blend of historical anecdotes and fun insider White House wine facts.

So grab a glass of wine, and let’s toast to leadership, legacy, and the love for a good bottle of wine.

Cheers!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

How Frederick J. Ryan ended up in the White House (02:15)

From an embarrassing wine experience to writing about wines (04:56)

A history of wines served at the White House (10:42)

Jefferson: The founding father of American wine (24:26)

Why people cherish wine and the memories it holds (31:13)

Wine, wars, and histories (33:40)

The origin of White House presidential toasts (40:37)

The long battle over alcohol control (44:19)

Episode wrap-up (48:05)

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