
What if you could hang out with experienced grape growers, ask them about the science of grape growing, vineyard operations, and more; then take an insight or two to improve your vineyard and ultimately the quality of the wines you produce? That's what we do each week on the Vineyard Underground. Hosted by Fritz Westover –– viticulture expert more than 20 years of experience in the vineyard indust... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 108 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationArtsFood | |||

Fritz welcomes back Dr. Kendra Baumgartner, a longtime friend and one of his very first podcast guests, to tackle a question every grower eventually faces: when does an aging vineyard block cross from struggling to done? Kendra walks through the trun... more
In this episode, Fritz talks with Shiraz Mottiar, Team Principal and GM at Malivoir Wine Company in Ontario, Canada, about three sustainability practices any vineyard can put into place, whether or not they are pursuing certification.
Shiraz shares... more
In this bonus episode, Fritz shares key lessons from his week in Ontario as the invited speaker for the 13th Triggs International Premium Vinifera Lecture Series, hosted by Brock University's Cool Climate Enology and Viticulture Institute.
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In this Q&A episode of Vineyard Underground, Fritz answers real-world questions from growers across the U.S., covering late-season disease management, water and nutrient strategy, and vine removal decisions. Fritz talks through post-harvest care for ... more
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Always a fun listen, and super informative! I enjoy the wide range of guests and perspectives.
Loved the stuff on biologicals
This show is one of the best resources for viticulturists and wine enthusiasts who want to learn more about the vineyard. I recommend it to everyone I know in the industry!
I have been drinking from a fire hose for the past yr learning how to manage a vineyard. Every episode has been helpful. I listen on the tractor or in the cellar. The steep learning curve is less steep after listening to this show. Thank you tons!
Fritz is so knowledgeable about viticulture and has educated and interesting guests on his show! This is a must listen for anyone interested in viticulture and enology. We are grape growers and are members of his academy too, Fritz is top notch!!
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This series centers on practical viticulture, blending research-backed insights with hands-on vineyard experience. Episodes cover biodynamic and organic transitions, soil health, disease management, nutrition, and strategic decisions from planting to harvest. The show often features university researchers and veteran growers sharing real-world trials, case studies, and actionable steps for improving vine health, yields, and wine quality. A standout trait is the host's ability to translate technical topics into clear, field-ready guidance, frequently tying science to on-farm decisions and economics. Potential listeners include commercial growers, vineyard managers, enologists, and agtech enthusiasts seeking approachable, evidence-based vitic... more
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