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Life Between the Vines

Ray Fister
Wine
Napa Valley
Winemaking
Walla Walla
Chardonnay
Sonoma County
Wine Tasting
Pinot Noir
Wine Industry
Washington Wine
Cabernet Sauvignon
Coombsville
Terroir
Parallel 44 Winery
Wisconsin
Viticulture
Zinfandel
Vino Lingo
Vineyard Management
ONEHOPE Wine

Winemakers Tell the Best Stories

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Today, we are diving deep into one of the most technologically advanced viticultural zones in Europe: Amyndeon, Greece. We are talking about a region where high altitude, sandy soils, and extreme precision meet to create world-class PDO Amyndeon and ... more

Short Pour Video No. 26 features Chris Kajani, Winemaker & GM, Bouchaine Vineyards, Carneros, Napa Valley.

Ridgely Evers has a walked an extraordinary road that eventually led him to wine. From writing code at age 16 to the olive oil industry to big tech, the earth eventually called him to find a better way to produce wine. I met up with Ridge in Healdsbu... more

This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Ridgely Evers, Founder, AVIVO Wines, Lodi, defining the term “Neutral Oak”. Learn more by visiting avivowines.com

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Ridgely Evers
Founder, AVIVO Wines
AVIVO Wines
Episode: Podcast 819 – Ridgely Evers, Founder, AVIVO Wines, Lodi
Dustin Valette
Proprietor of Valette Wines; Chef and restaurateur
Valette Wines / Valette Hospitality
Episode: Podcast 817 – Dustin Valette, Proprietor, Valette Wines, Healdsburg
Peter Velleno
Winemaker at Castello di Amorosa
Castello di Amorosa
Episode: Vino Lingo – “Two Dragons, One Sword” Peter Velleno, Winemaker, Castello di Amorosa, Napa Valley
Justin Ennis
Senior Director of Winemaking, Freestone Vineyards
Freestone Vineyards (Wine, Sonoma Coast)
Episode: Vino Lingo – “Whole Cluster” Justin Ennis, Sr Director of Winemaking, Freestone Vineyards, Sonoma Coast
Nolan Jones
Winemaker at Lava Cap Winery
Lava Cap Winery
Episode: Podcast 813 – Nolan Jones, Winemaker, Lava Cap Winery, El Dorado County
Peter Mondavi Jr.
Co-Proprietor, Charles Krug Winery
Charles Krug Winery
Episode: Podcast 811 – Peter Mondavi Jr, Co-Proprietor, Charles Krug, Napa Valley
Michael Honig
Co-owner and President of Honig Vineyard and Winery
Honig Vineyard and Winery
Episode: Podcast 809 – Michael Honig, President, Honig Vineyard and Winery, Rutherford, Napa Valley
Stephen Kautz
President of Ironstone Vineyards
Ironstone Vineyards
Episode: Vino Lingo – “Pachiche” Stephen Kautz, President, Ironstone Vineyards, Calaveras County
Fritz Hatton
Co-owner of Arietta Wine
Arietta Wine
Episode: Vino Lingo – “Viscosity” Fritz Hatton, Co-Owner Arietta Wine, Napa Valley

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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Always enjoyable

    I love listening to this. Ray is a good conversationalist, bringing people through the experience. The content is always fresh, and while I know there’s a script, it never comes across that way. I was especially touch by the emotional elements to episode #495. When that family shared their recognition of the richness of the legacy they are stewards over. It was a sweet moment.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peter36284
    United States4 years ago
  • Ray is fun to listen to!

    I love this podcast because Ray does a great job of waking the line between interesting stories and great wine insights. He brings on guests who you can tell, love what they do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alexstrath1
    United States5 years ago
  • Consistently good

    Particularly liked the interview with Dave Petterson of Domaine de Broglie in Oregon. Lively repartee compared to some of the establishment stiffs.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Lacks coverage
    United States7 years ago

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Listeners say the host keeps conversations engaging with fresh storytelling and strong wine insights.
Interviews come across as lively and approachable, with a focus on practical industry details.
Guests are knowledgeable and bring passion, making episodes enjoyable for wine lovers.

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Podcast 817 – Dustin Valette, Proprietor, Valette Wines, Healdsburg
Q: But what's one question you've never been asked that you would like to be asked?
I would like to be asked about where society is going with our relationship with alcohol and wine, including how younger generations view consumption, health, and the role of wine in everyday life, which reveals deeper insights into the industry's future direction.
Podcast 819 – Ridgely Evers, Founder, AVIVO Wines, Lodi
Q: What is the foundational philosophy behind AVIVO and your farming practices?
The guest outlines growing what belongs in the climate, farming regeneratively, focusing on soil microbiology, and letting nature turn into wine with minimal intervention. He emphasizes biodynamic practices, organic certification, and glyphosate-free production as integrated, rather than added, requirements.
Podcast 819 – Ridgely Evers, Founder, AVIVO Wines, Lodi
Q: AVIVO, which is a very interesting name, tell me how that came about.
Ridgely explains that AVIVO was chosen to be short, pronounceable, and aspirational; it doesn't have a meaning in any language but evokes life and vitality. He also mentions it as a separate project from Davvero, with both ventures sharing a commitment to sustainable practice.
Podcast 815 – Peter Velleno, Winemaker, Castello di Amorosa, Napa Valley
Q: What is the one question you've never been asked that you'd like to be asked?
People often ask about my studies and why I love the work; what's not asked is what my parents thought when I switched from chemical engineering to fermentation science, and how supportive they were once I explained that fermentation could apply broadly, including in pharmaceuticals and green energy.
Podcast 814 – Justin Ennis, Senior Director of Winemaking, Freestone Vineyards, Sonoma Coast
Q: What's the biggest lesson you've learned in your career?
Balancing the uncontrollable nature of farming with organization and logistics; maximizing efficiency and precision from harvest planning to fermentation, while staying adaptable to vintage variability.

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What is Life Between the Vines about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on wine industry storytelling, blending personal journeys of winemakers, owners, and industry insiders with practical insights into branding, hospitality, and consumer engagement. Episodes frequently explore winery history, regional identity, tasting experiences, and market dynamics, from family-run estates to micro-producers navigating policy changes and direct-to-consumer strategies. A recurring strength is translating technical topics—vineyard management terms, aging and mouthfeel concepts, and regional terroir—into accessible conversations that emphasize hospitality, storytelling, and community. Noteworthy is the strong emphasis on accessibility and education for new wine lovers, alongside deep dives into sustainabilit... more

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Recent guests on Life Between the Vines include:

1. Ridgely Evers
2. Dustin Valette
3. Peter Velleno
4. Justin Ennis
5. Nolan Jones
6. Peter Mondavi Jr.
7. Michael Honig
8. Stephen Kautz

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