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podcast· 45:25074 - 2026 Fall Release (Part Two)
Morgan and Chris break down the fall release, which is coming up on Tuesday, July 21. The release will include the first of the reds from the excellent 2025 vintage, including the Bedrock Heritage Wine, Evangelho Heritage Wine, Dolinsek Ranch, and Oakville Farmhouse, whites like Compagni Portis Heritage and Bedrock Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc, and even a red we have been holding from the 2023 vintage, Gambrels of the Sky Grenache and a very very special Angelica. 0:00 - Intro & 2025 Dolinsek Ranch Heritage 5:49 - 2025 Monte Rosso Zinfandel 10:45 - 2024 Beeson Ranch Zinfandel 16:52 -2025 Oakville Farmhouse 26:29 - 2023 Gambrels of the Sky 33:24 - 2025 Angelica 43:39 - Outro
podcast· 1h 02m074 - 2026 Fall Release (Part One)
Morgan and Chris break down the fall release, which is coming up on Tuesday, July 21. The release will include the first of the reds from the excellent 2025 vintage, including the Bedrock Heritage Wine, Evangelho Heritage Wine, Dolinsek Ranch, and Oakville Farmhouse, whites like Compagni Portis Heritage and Bedrock Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc, and even a red we have been holding from the 2023 vintage, Gambrels of the Sky Grenache and a very very special Angelica. 11:11 - 2025 Compagni Portis 19:20 - 2025 Sauvignon Blanc 27:55 - Bedrock Heritage 36:33 - 2025 Evangelho Heritage Wine 43:41 - 2025 Katushas Zinfandel 50:45 - 2025 Old Vine Zinfandel 55:22 - World Cup Talk 57:51 - Bag & Box Talk 01:00:09 - Knicks & Wine Talk Outro
podcast· 55:56June 2026 Under The Wire Release
Chris and Morgan break down the wines in the 13th Under The Wire release while talking way too much about the NBA finals. Go Knicks! 2022 Brosseau Vineyard Sparkling Chardonnay 00:08:45:11 2019 Alder Springs Vineyard Sparkling Chardonnay 00:21:03:13 2021 Alder Springs Vineyard Sparkling Pinot Noir 00:27:25:16 2021 Bien Nacido Vineyard Sparkling Pinot Noir 00:33:21:04 2022 Solomon Hill Vineyard Sparkling Pinot Noir 00:39:10:10 2022 Bedrock Vineyard Old Vine Sparkling Zinfandel 00:46:41:18
podcast· 2h 20mDetert Cab Franc Release + Graeme MacDonald on To Kalon's History & Future
Morgan and Chris discuss the 2024 Detert release, followed by an interview with returning guest Graeme MacDonald on the history and current state of the To Kalon vineyard.
podcast· 2h 09m072 - Beth Novak & Aron Weinkauf of Spottswoode Estate
On today's podcast, we interview Beth Novak, President & CEO, and Aron Weinkauf, Winemaker & Vineyard Manager, of Spottswoode Estate. We deeply respect Spottswoode for its farming practices and the wines it produces; they are among our favorites in the valley. Spottswood is a family-owned winery that cares not just about the vines they farm or the wines they produce, but also the people involved in making them. The estate has a long history, and it is one of the only vineyards in California certified regenerative organic, which we obviously love. We dive into the property's history, Beth and Aron's journey, their industry-leading progressive farming and winemaking practices, and what Napa needs going forward.
podcast· 1h 02m071 - Spring Release Podcast: The Reds (Part 2)
For the February 10 Spring Release, Jake, Morgan, and Chris turn their focus to the reds in the release, with plenty of deep dives into farming along the way. 00:30 - 2024 Evangelho Vineyard Areio e Vento e Amor 12:25 - 2024 Papera Ranch Heritage Wine 18:20 - 2024 Teldeschi Ranch Heritage Wine 25:00 - 2024 Sky Vineyard Zinfandel 32:40 - 2024 Ode To Joel Zinfandel aka A Buffalo in Montana 44:25 - 2024 Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon 54:30 - 2024 Montecillo Vineyard Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon
podcast· 56:49070 - Spring Release Podcast: Lulu & Whites (Part 1)
For the February 10 Spring Release, Chris and Morgan are joined by Director of Viticulture Jake Neustadt to unpack the 2024 and 2025 vintages and dive into the whites and rosé featured in the release. 01:02 - 2025 and 2024 vintage talk 23:04 - 2025 Ode To Lulu Rose 30:30 - 2025 Sonoma Valley Sauvignon Blanc 00:40:25 - 2024 Wirz Old Vine Riesling 00:45:10 - 2024 Alta Vista Old Vine Gewurztraminer
podcast· 27:18069 - Ode To Lulu Bag-in-Box Rosé
Morgan and Chris kick off the year talking about the 2025 Ode To Lulu Bag-in-Box Rosé. The release goes live Tuesday, January 13.
podcast· 1h 56m068 - Bob Lindquist of Lindquist Family Wines
Morgan and Chris have a conversation with Bob Lindquist, formerly of Qupe and now of Lindquist Family Wines. Bob was one of the original Rhône Rangers and has made some of the greatest wines in California over the past 40 years.
podcast· 1h 30m067 - Pax Mahle of Pax Wines (Part Two)
In Part 2 of this conversation, Pax and Chris dive deeper into his winemaking, current roster of vineyards, the culture of sharing his cellar with others, his new project Halcon Estate, lessons learned and the future of wine.
podcast· 2h 23m067: Pax Mahle of Pax Wines
Pax Mahle has been shaping California wine for more than 25 years. In Part One of this two-part conversation, Chris sits down with Pax to hear about growing up in Florida with two hippie parents, finding his way into the wine world through restaurants and retail, and ultimately building his namesake winery — losing it, then fighting to get it back. They also dive into the Wind Gap years, a project that helped define the fresher, more balanced "New California" style. Pax's journey is full of remarkable achievements, good times, and hard-earned lessons, all while producing wines in a wide variety of styles, working with vineyards across the state, and spending time with some of the most influential winemakers from around the world. This is a candid, fun, deep-dive conversation, packed with insight and stories from a true 21st-century California wine pioneer who is also a dear friend.
podcast· 1h 47m066: 2025 Winter Release
Morgan and Chris breakdown the wines in the 2025 Winter Release. Mailing list offer goes live 10/28 and the first time buyers offer drops 11/5. Cheers! 2024 Bedrock Vineyard Heritage Wine - 00:14:45 2023 Alta Vista Old Vine Gewurtztraminer - 00:22:52 2024 Judge Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc - 00:28:40 2024 Belloni Zinfandel - 00:38:27 2024 Monte Rosso Zinfandel - 00:43:35 2024 Rossi Ranch Zinfandel - 00:48:30 2024 Nervo Ranch Heritage Wines - 00:55:31 2024 Oakville Farmhouse - 01:02:21 2023 Under The Mountain Heritage Wine - 01:07:30 2024 Evangelho Vineyard Carignan - 01:15:00 2024 Bien Nacido Syrah - 01:19:42 2024 California Syrah - 01:25:20
podcast· 1h 19m065: 2025 Fall Release (Part 2)
Chris and Morgan discuss the 2024 California vintage, regenerative organic farming, and even take another pass at barbecue, all while breaking down the wines of the Bedrock 2025 Fall Release. 00:24 — 2023 Teldeschi Ranch Heritage Wine, Dry Creek Valley 13:52 — 2024 Dolinsek Ranch Heritage Wine, Russian River Valley 18:16 — 2024 Carlisle Zinfandel, Russian River Valley 31:06 — 2024 Old Hill Ranch Heritage, Sonoma Valley 40:02 — 2024 Bedrock Vineyard Carignan, Sonoma Valley 47:57 — 2024 Shake Ridge Barbera, Amador County 58:26 — 2023 Tres Bonné Red Wine, 51% Sonoma Valley/49% Oakville 1:06:55 — 2020 Calico Syrah, California
podcast· 1h 24m065: 2025 Fall Release (Part 1)
Chris and Morgan discuss the 2024 California vintage, regenerative organic farming, and even take another pass at barbecue, all while breaking down the wines of the Bedrock 2025 Fall Release. 22:56 — 2023 Bien Nacido Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley 33:00 — 2024 Compagni Portis Heritage Wine, Sonoma Valley 42:02 — 2024 Cuvee Karatas, Sonoma Valley 50:03 — 2024 Old Vine Zinfandel, California 1:05:15 — 2024 Katushas' Zinfandel, Mokelumne River 1:11:10 — 2024 Evangelho Heritage Wine, Contra Costa County
podcast· 1h 30m064: Regenerative Organic Certified!
In this episode Chris, Morgan and Director of Viticulture Jake Neustadt break the exciting news that Bedrock Vineyard is now Regenerative Organic Certified! This makes it one of 19 vineyards in the country and one of 24 in the world. They talk about the importance of the certification and dive into the pillars of regenerative viticulture- context, minimal disturbance, diversity, keeping the ground covered, and animal animal integration and how, fundamentally, regenerative farming is about letting nature heal itself while also growing a grape crop. The team also reflects on the wine quality improvements that have come with the integration of these practices and how vines having a greater conversation with the soil make for wines that speak more strongly of place.
podcast· 1h 47m063: Doug Polaner of Polaner Selections
On this episode, Chris sits down with Doug Polaner of Polaner Selections in New York—one of the most influential importers and distributors of wine in the U.S. over the past 25 years. Doug has helped shape the tastes of the New York market, played a pivotal role in launching some of the world's most iconic wineries, and even influenced what winemakers produce and how they make it. The world of wine distribution and importing is rarely in the spotlight—except recently, with all the talk about tariffs and the effects they could have on the wine business. Yet this often-overlooked part of the industry is essential to the success of wineries, restaurants, and retailers alike. Doug offers a rare and insightful look behind the warehouse and cellar door. He's also been a key part of Bedrock's journey from the early days and remains one of our most trusted partners—and a dear friend. If you find yourself in a wine store or are a buyer in New York or New Jersey, seek out wines they distribute.
podcast· 1h 10m062: May 2025 Under The Wire Release
In this episode, Chris and Morgan take a sparkling tour across California as they dive into the wines featured in the upcoming Under The Wire release, going live Tuesday, May 20th. 7:40 - 2021 Solomon Hills vineyard Sparkling Pinot Noir 15:50 - 2021 Brosseau Vineyard Sparkling Chardonnay 28:38 - 2021 Bedrock Vineyard Sparkling Old Vine Zinfandel 35:20 - 2020 Alder Springs Vineyard Sparkling Chardonnay 50:43 - 2020 Alder Springs Vineyard Sparkling Pinot Noir 52:48 - 2021 Alder Springs Vineyard Sparkling Pinot Meunier
podcast· 1h 01mAnnouncing S.O.R.B.E.T. (Sonoma Organic Regenerative Biodynamic Educational Tasting) w/ Sam Coturri and Katie Bundschu
In the first ever cross-over episode between Bedrock Wine Conversations and The Wine Makers Podcast, Chris and Morgan along with Katie Bundschu (Gundlach Bundschu/Abbot's Passage) join Sam Coturri and the Wine Makers crew to discuss the first S.O.R.B.E.T.. Standing for Sonoma Organic Regenerative Biodynamic Educational Tasting the August 17th event at Fort Mason is San Fransisco will showcase wines from the 2500+ acres of responsibly farmed vineyards within the Sonoma Valley appellation. At around 20% organic, Sonoma Valley has been a historic leader in pushing forward the conversation about progressive farming practices (California agriculture in total is 4-5%) dating back to the 60s and 70s. Morgan, Katie and Sam, all multi-generational winegrowers (Katie is 6th!) explain the motivations for the tasting- chatting about the importance of farming for the next generation to putting a spotlight on the highly historic appellation of Sonoma Valley that is often confused with the greater So
podcast· 2h 33m060 - 2023 Bedrock Detert Vineyard Release & an Interview with Tom Garrett, Winemaker & Owner of Detert Family Wines
In this two-part episode, Morgan and Chris talk about the upcoming special release of Bedrock's first vintage of Detert Vineyard Cabernet Franc on Tuesday, 4/8. They discuss the legendary, historically important site, the gravitas of working with the fruit, and how the wine came together. In part two, Morgan and Chris interview vineyard owner Tom Garrett, discussing his family's long history in Napa, his journey into wine—including founding his own wineries—the origins of the vineyard, and what makes Detert Vineyard the most historic and greatest site for Cabernet Franc in California and one of the finest in the world.
podcast· 1h 55m2025 Spring Release Show
Chris and Morgan break down the Spring 2025 release! 8:05 2024 Ode to Lulu Rosé, California 16:49 2024 Sonoma Valley Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma Valley 19:31 2023 Judge Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc, Bennett Valley 26:17 2023 Evangelho Carignan, Contra Costa 33:48 2023 Evangelho Aerio e Vento e Amor, Ode to Frank, Contra Costa 45:20 2023 Bedrock Zinfandel, Sonoma Valley 54:50 2023 Belloni Ranch Zinfandel, Sonoma Valley 1:03:14 2023 Esola Ranch Zinfandel, Amador County 1:11:31 2023 Buffalo Zinfandel, Sonoma County 1:21:27 2023 Carneros Syrah, Three Way, Napa Carneros. - 3 pack. 1:31:40 2023 Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 1:43:35 2023 Monte Rosso Cabernet Sauvignon, Moon Mountain District
podcast· 44:342025 Ode To Lulu Bag-In-A-Box Release
Chris and Morgan break down their second direct to consumer bag in box release of Ode to Lulu Rose. They discuss the environmental impacts of wine packaging, the many advantages of bag in box formats, and how in just one year the demand for quality wine in a box has exploded. Release goes live Tuesday, 1/14/2025.
podcast· 1h 39mWinter 2024 Release
Morgan and Chris break down the wines in the Winter Release from the "vaquita" 2023 vintage. To find these wines and to sign up for future releases go to www.bedrockwineco.com . 11:48 - 2023 Cuvée Karatas Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc 21:09 - 2023 Bien Nacido Roussanne 26:10 - 2023 Wirz Vineyard Old Vine Riesling 32:29 - 2023 Evangelho Old Vine Zinfandel 39:02 - 2023 Bedrock Vineyard Old Vine Carignane 46:26 - 2023 Sky Zinfandel 53:05 - 2023 Papera Ranch Heritage Wine 1:00 :55 - 2023 Old Hill Ranch Heritage Wine 1:10:06 - 2023 Oakville Farmhouse 1:16:08 - 2023 California Syrah 1:24:00 - 2023 Ode To Lucie Bedrock Vineyard Mourvedre 1:29:25 - 2023 Montecillo Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon
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056: MJ Towler AKA The Black Wine Guy
Today Chris chats with MJ Towler of the Beats, Vines and Life Podcast, formerly the Black Wine Guy Experience. MJ talks about his journey from a Jersey kid to discovering wine to starting one of the most popular wine podcasts in the world. Chris was interviewed by MJ in November 2023 and in three to four weeks Morgan's episode will be released.. MJ has interviewed many incredible people – so subscribed to his podcast as well!
podcast· 1h 07m055: Bedrock Fall 2024 Release Part 2
In part two of the fall release podcast Morgan, Chris, and Casey continue to discuss the once-in-a-lifetime 2023 vintage and talk through the rest of the wines: 8:22 2023 Banfield Vineyard Zinfandel, Russian River Valley 17:24 2023 Dolinsek Ranch Heritage Wine, Russian River Valley 21:41 2023 Carlisle Vineyard Zinfandel, Russian River Valley 26:54 2023 Beeson Ranch Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley 36:36 2023 Monte Rosso Zinfandel, Moon Mountain 42:55 2023 Shake Ridge Barbera, Amador County 51:50 2022 Bien Nacido Syrah, Santa Maria Valley