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Inside Winemaking - the art and science of growing grapes and crafting wine

Jim Duane: Winemaker, Grape-grower, and Wine Educator
Napa Valley
Winemaking
Chardonnay
Vineyard Management
Pinot Noir
Cabernet Sauvignon
California Wine
Winemaking Techniques
Albariño
Galicia
Portugal
Spain
Mencía
Francis Ford Coppola Winery
Innovint
Sustainable Agriculture
Sonoma County
Powdery Mildew
Rosé Wine
Cabernet Franc

Welcome to Inside Winemaking, your go-to resource for all things winemaking, designed for those already immersed in the wine industry and anyone with a passion for the art and science of crafting the perfect bottle. Inside Winemaking was created to provide direct access to the people in charge of creating world-class wines and for listeners looking for a non-traditional, informative, and entertain... more

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In this episode I talk with John "JJ" Julius Naab, assistant winemaker at Matthiasson Wines and founder of Lamitié Wines, about his unconventional path from Chicago brokerage and endurance sports into the wine world. JJ traces his move from finance t... more

Jennifer Williams joins Jim to talk about her work as a contract winemaker, leading Arrow & Branch and co-owning Zeitgeist Cellars with her husband, Mark Porembsky. They dig into the design and philosophy of the new Arrow & Branch custom crush facili... more

This episode features a conversation with Elias Fernandez, longtime winemaker at Shafer Vineyards in Napa Valley. Fernandez, who was raised by migrant farm workers in the Napa Valley, traces his path from studying enology at UC Davis to joining Shafe... more

In this solo episode of Inside Winemaking, Jim tackles one of the questions he gets most often: how to manage empty barrels. Working through the full lifecycle of a barrel, Jim covers receiving and inspecting new barrels on arrival, keeping them hydr... more

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Recent Guests

JJ McNab
Winemaker, founder of Lamitié Wines
Lamiité Wines
Episode: 221: JJ Naab - L'Amitié Wines
Jennifer Williams
Winemaker at Arrow & Branch; partner at Zeitgeist
Arrow & Branch; Zeitgeist Cellars
Episode: 220: Jen Williams - Arrow and Branch
Elias Fernandez
Long-time winemaker at Shafer Vineyards
Shafer Vineyards
Episode: 219: Elias Fernandez - Shafer Vineyards
Alison Rodriguez
Winemaker at Silverado Vineyards
Silverado Vineyards
Episode: 217: Alison Rodriguez - Silverado Vineyards
Meredith Saboraria
Consulting winemaker in Livermore, guide for Valle de Guadalupe trips
Barrel Down Wine Services
Episode: 216: Meredith Sarboraria - Livermore Valley and Valle de Guadalupe
Elizabeth Vianna
From Chimney Rock Winery
Chimney Rock Winery
Episode: 215: Elizabeth Vianna - Chimney Rock Winery
Patrick Riggs
Specialist in organic viticulture at Jack Neal & Son Vineyard Management
Jack Neal & Son Vineyard Management
Episode: 214: Patrick Riggs - Jack Neal & Son Vineyard Managment
James Molesworth
Senior wine editor at Wine Spectator
Wine Spectator
Episode: 213: James Molesworth - Wine Spectator
Matteo Abreu
Second generation vineyard manager at David Abreu Vineyard Management
David Abreu Vineyard Management
Episode: 212: Matteo Abreu - David Abreu Vineyard Management

Host

Jim Duane
Host of Inside Winemaking

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 316 ratings
  • A Deep Dive

    Jim Duane brings a profound depth of knowledge across a wide range of wines including high end Napa Cab to these interviews. Listening in on these conversations is a great chance to learn. His natural curiosity uncovers intriguing background worth exploring. Don’t miss out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Doublesqueeze
    United States2 years ago
  • Recent Shows!

    Jim great job as usual hosting Britt Richards which is a knock to listen to as well as Greg Lafollet and James McCeney. You never get in the way of your guest answers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JNLCIA
    United States2 years ago
  • Patz Hall Recent

    Jim… GREAT EPISODE!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JNLCIA
    United States2 years ago
  • Great To Hear

    Thank you, Jim for improving the audio that makes your podcast the best besides Levi Daltons!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pod Love
    United States3 years ago
  • Cans & String

    Jim, your approach to recording these interviews can’t be the same as your wine making. Find a way to make the audio on location sound better than tin cans on a string.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Pod Love
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise deep, practical wine production insights and engaging storytelling.
Audio quality improvements are noted as a positive development by several listeners.
A few listeners note audio issues in on-location recordings, but overall quality is strong and informative.
Guests and host questions are described as thoughtful and informative, with high producer-focused value.

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#97
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#185
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#90
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#98
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#222
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

220: Jen Williams - Arrow and Branch
Q: Tell me about the transition from a full-time job into contract winemaking and Arrow & Branch.
She describes moving to contract winemaking in 2011, handling everything from sourcing to crush space and barrels, and building a broader client base including Arrow & Branch.
220: Jen Williams - Arrow and Branch
Q: Set the stage. How did you get into wine in the first place?
Jennifer speaks about starting in the vineyard and moving into winemaking through classes, internships, and hands-on experience in Paso Robles and Napa, which shaped her path into the wine industry.
221: JJ Naab - L'Amitié Wines
Q: What makes a truly great chemistries for white wine in your practice?
The emphasis is on acidity, minerality, and avoiding bitterness, with careful juice processing (champagne-style presses) and a preference for balance rather than over-extraction; small experiments are used to test tolerances.
221: JJ Naab - L'Amitié Wines
Q: What drew you to Chardonnay for your own production?
Chardonnay offers familiarity and a broad market; it allows for stylistic expression while serving as a benchmark to compare with other renowned Chardonnays, which aligns with Lamitié's focus on one core wine.
221: JJ Naab - L'Amitié Wines
Q: Welcome. Please tell me how you got into wine before winemaking.
The guest shares a long transition from a 15-year career in Chicago's brokerage world to hospitality and sales in wine, including a move to Santa Barbara and later joining Kendall-Jackson before pursuing his own project.

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A deep-dive interview show featuring winemakers, viticulturists, and winery professionals. Episodes center on career journeys, terroir-driven winemaking, vineyard management, and practical techniques—from fermentation and aging to modern sustainability and technology adoption in the vineyard. Listeners gain hands-on insights, industry trends, and real-world challenges faced by producers, with episodes often blending technical detail with personal stories. The host's practical, no-nonsense style and focus on authentic craft make it a strong resource for industry professionals, aspiring winemakers, and enthusiasts seeking actionable knowledge and industry context.

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Recent guests on Inside Winemaking include:

1. JJ McNab
2. Jennifer Williams
3. Elias Fernandez
4. Alison Rodriguez
5. Meredith Saboraria
6. Elizabeth Vianna
7. Patrick Riggs
8. James Molesworth

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