Ever wonder what goes on to create the wonderful wine found in each pour? Join A Wine Affair Podcast as we welcome Tom Payette, Winemaking Consultant, to share the insights and magic that goes into winemaking production. Learn more about the process, steps, and evolving days in the life of a winemaker. Tom talks us through the impact of oak aging and specialized winemaking techniques like sur lie, how to know when it’s time for harvest, production methods based on the grape, and how they select the final wine through the blending sessions.

With three decades of winemaking experience, Virginia Tech’s Department of Food Science and Technology’s Distinguished Alumnus in Industry Award, and mentorship from one of the top Bordeaux winemakers, Tom has worked with hundreds of wineries to create their own unique flavors and award-winning, signature wines. Don’t miss this week’s episode featuring Wine Business Monthly Magazine’s 2020 Wine Industry Leader recognized for his contributions to making a difference in the North American Wine Industry and learn more about Tom via his website winemakingconsultant.com.

A Wine Affair Podcast welcomes Jeremy Jones, creator of The Grape Pursuit, to share his journey of trying every grape variety in the world. Jeremy is a travel and wine blogger who talks with us about grapes & wine we should know, how to find them, and how many he’s tasted so far.

Find out how many grape varietals made the list and listen to our conversation to hear a little more on how you can find them to try for yourself.

Follow Jeremy on The Grape Pursuit on social media @thegrapepursuit and on his wine website at thegrapepursuit.com Download his list of Grapes & Wines we want our listeners to know and start your own grape discovery journey. Tag Jeremy @thegrapepursuit to share what you found!