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Wine for Normal People

Elizabeth Schneider
Wine Pairing
Greek Wine
Wine Storage
Sherry
Thanksgiving
Vegetarian Food
Wine Education
Smoke Exposure
Wines Of Bordeaux
Wine Access
Grape Quality
Plant-Based Diet
Blaufränkisch
Lemberger
Turkey
Celebratory Wines
Wildfires
Viticulture and Enology
Health and Wellness
Wine Refrigerators

A podcast for people who like wine but not the snobbery that goes with it. I talk about wine in a fun, straightforward, normal way to get you excited about it and help you drink better, more interesting stuff. About half the shows feature guests and are informal but educational discussions between me and a passionate wine friend –they aren't interviews. All guests are personal friends or friends o... more

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This time I revisit a show from long ago on Wine Etiquette. In this Back-to-Basics episode, I cover the three main places you would use etiquette - a dinner party, a restaurant, and a tasting room.

I address: 

The Dinner Party: What to bring a ho... more

You will get no better primer on Santa Barbara wine country than in the show. Wes Hagen comes on to school us on his region.

Ask anyone in Santa Barbara wine about Wes Hagen and they'll tell you he is a legend. He has worked in Santa Barbara wine f... more

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It’s been 13 years since I’ve done a grape miniseries on Tempranillo, so it was high time! This grape has come a long way in a decade +, proving that it has more nuance, terroir driven finesse, and versatility than it gets credit for.

Tempranillo i... more

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This week I finish up the communal appellations of the Médoc for our "Greats of Bordeaux" series with Moulis!

Map: Wines of the Médoc

Although the communes of Moulis and Listrac are often seen as one in the same because both are inland and neithe... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Kevin Pogue
Geologist and professor at Whitman College
Whitman College
Episode: Encore of Ep 448: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Terroir with Dr. Kevin Pogue, PhD
Kerith Overstreet
Winemaker and Chief Everything at Bruliam Wines, former medical doctor
Bruliam Wines
Episode: Ep 573: Bruliam's Kerith Overstreet Returns - Her Top Notch Pinot Noir + How to Spark Love for Wine in the Next Gen
Karen MacNeil
One of the foremost wine experts in the United States and author of 'The Wine Bible'
Episode: Ep 572: Karen MacNeil, Wine Icon, Author of 'The Wine Bible', Co-Creator of Come Over October
Francesco Galgani
Owner and Winemaker at Cappella Sant'Andrea
Cappella Sant'Andrea
Episode: Ep 569: The Masters of Vernaccia di San Gimignano Cappella Sant’Andrea with Owner & Winemaker Francesco Galgani
Stephanie Duboudin
CEO of Wine Victoria, knowledgeable about the diverse wines of the region
Wine Victoria
Episode: Ep 567: The Wines of Victoria, Australia with CEO of Wine Victoria, Stephanie Duboudin
Fred Peterson
Friend and icon in the wine industry, making wine in Sonoma County for over 40 years
Peterson Winery
Episode: Ep 561: Fred Peterson of Peterson Winery on the (d)Evolution of Soil Health Over the Last 40 years
Ben Aneff
President of the US Wine Trade Alliance and managing partner of Tribeca Wine Merchants
US Wine Trade Alliance
Episode: Ep 560: Wine Tariffs and their Dire Consequences for American Wine Businesses with Ben Aneff, President of the USWTA and Daniel Posner of Grapes The Wine Company
Daniel Posner
Owner of Grapes The Wine Company and former president of the National Association of Wine Retailers
Grapes The Wine Company
Episode: Ep 560: Wine Tariffs and their Dire Consequences for American Wine Businesses with Ben Aneff, President of the USWTA and Daniel Posner of Grapes The Wine Company
Jean-Michel Laporte
General Manager of Château Talbot
Château Talbot
Episode: Ep 555: Château Talbot - The Saint-Julien 4th Growth Bordeaux Estate with GM Jean-Michel Laporte

Host

Elizabeth Schneider
Host of Wine For Normal People

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Great for all levels of wine lovers!

    I absolutely love this podcast. Elizabeth has great energy and has a talent for explaining wine techniques and concepts in ways that are easy to understand without dumbing it down. I’ve listened to her throughout my own wine education and somm certification and still find it highly enjoyable and I ALWAYS learn something new. Definitely give it a listen if you enjoy wine.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LadyDi2020
    United States23 days ago
  • Grateful for great listen

    WFNP stresses joy of wine, nerdy tidbits and the people behind the juice. As a sommelier and wine drinker for 25 years, I learn so much but more so, this type of convo based pod stokes my interest in geographic areas I may skip over or not dig deep enough.

    Going to her Patreon right now!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    seanroka1
    United States2 months ago
  • Fantastic

    Great show to learn about wine!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SimonRossH
    United States3 months ago
  • The right podcast With The wrong Name

    The podcast is fantastic, Elizabeth does an overwhelming Job in scanning the globe for more and more vines, grapes, wines and wineries. This is very appreciated. Two small suggestions: i don’t get the title, wine without the snobbery that usually comes with it? The podcast is extremely conoisseur so the opposite can be said. Second, I miss more criticism of certain wines and styles, not only Beujalois Noveau. Portugal is massively overvalued at the show, especially the northernmost region

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AT and T1
    Spain3 months ago
  • The best wine knowledge pod

    My go to site for the most interesting and informative POD on all things wine. Access to the vast library is invaluable. Thank you ES!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Swa1465
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Overall, the podcast seems to foster a community feel, encouraging discussions and sharing experiences around wine.
Listeners appreciate the informal and engaging format, finding it a refreshing change from typical wine podcasts that can be overly snobbish.
There are mixed reviews about the balance between interviews and solo episodes, with some preferring one format over the other.
Many highlight the depth of knowledge presented in a fun, approachable way, making complex wine topics accessible and enjoyable.

Chart Rankings

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#30
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#194
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#23
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#37
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#197
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#24
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 581: Wes Hagen - Santa Barbara Expert & Native9 Wines Brand Ambassador
Q: Why do certain things grow here and why?
Wes describes the unique geological and climatic conditions of Santa Barbara that support cool climate viticulture, detailing how the Transverse Range mountains influence the temperature and thus the varieties that can thrive there.
Ep 581: Wes Hagen - Santa Barbara Expert & Native9 Wines Brand Ambassador
Q: How did you become the go-to person for this? Was it that you just had had a lot of experience and people were saying, okay, can you do this?
Wes explains that it was a combination of Santa Barbara being ill-defined by the existing AVAs and his unique experiences and skills in writing and education that led him to take on the task of defining the Santa Rita Hills AVA and others.
Encore of Ep 448: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Terroir with Dr. Kevin Pogue, PhD
Q: What would you say to the claim that terroir is junk science?
Terroir can be understood through the concepts of vintage variation and is therefore extremely relevant; if one believes that vintage can affect the taste of wine, then terroir must also have an impact due to spatial climate differences.
Ep 572: Karen MacNeil, Wine Icon, Author of 'The Wine Bible', Co-Creator of Come Over October
Q: What can we do as wine lovers to foster the sense of community?
It is as simple as inviting someone to share wine, fostering goodwill and friendship, and doing it regularly with others.
Ep 569: The Masters of Vernaccia di San Gimignano Cappella Sant’Andrea with Owner & Winemaker Francesco Galgani
Q: What are the terroir factors that make good Vernaccia?
Francesco details the importance of the sandy soil, elevation, and vineyard health in producing high-quality Vernaccia.

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This podcast is designed for wine enthusiasts who appreciate a down-to-earth and engaging approach to wine education. Listeners can expect lively discussions that break down the complexities of wine into digestible and relatable topics, often featuring informal chats between the host and various passionate wine friends. Unique insights into lesser-known winemaking regions, varietals, and approaches, combined with personal anecdotes and humor, set this podcast apart. The conversational format, which avoids pretentiousness, allows audiences of all levels to explore the world of wine without feeling overwhelmed or alienated.

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Recent guests on Wine for Normal People include:

1. Dr. Kevin Pogue
2. Kerith Overstreet
3. Karen MacNeil
4. Francesco Galgani
5. Stephanie Duboudin
6. Fred Peterson
7. Ben Aneff
8. Daniel Posner

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