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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
Celebratory Wines
Turkey
Viticulture and Enology
Wildfires
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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In honor of Women's History Month, I'm rereleasing a show with one of the most dynamic, intelligent, and all around fantastic women in wine: Laura Catena of Bodegas Catena Zapata in Mendoza, Argentina.

Photo from Laura's website: indefenseo... more

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This week I cover Malbec, or Côt as it's known in its native home of Southwest France. This old red grape variety has long history in France and was once one of its most planted grapes. But due to pickiness in the vineyard and harshness in the bottle... more

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This week I cover the regional AOCs of Medoc and Haut-Medoc, which wraps up our exploration of the Left Bank of Bordeaux. These two areas can cover a lot of ground, but they are usually used for discreet geographies in the north and south of the Médo... more

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This week I cover Lodi, California, an historic wine region in the Central Valley of California that has been growing grapes since the 1850s.

Located 40 miles /64 km south of Sacramento and 90 miles/ 145 km east of San Francisco, Lodi is an often o... more

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Recent Guests

Sebastien Pradal
Sommelier consultant on the Apple TV series 'Drops of God'
Fine dining restaurant La Petite Régalade, Paris
Episode: Ep 594: Seb Pradal, The Sommelier Consultant Behind Apple TV's Award-Winning "Drops of God"
Fred Peterson
Wine expert and owner of Peterson Winery in Dry Creek Valley
Peterson Winery
Episode: Ep 591: Grape Mini Series - The Zinfandel Refresh
Alessio Planeta
President of Assovini Sicilia and owner of Planeta Winery
Planeta Winery
Episode: Re-release of Ep 306: Planeta and the Story of Modern Sicilian Wine with Alessio Planeta
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
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

Host

Elizabeth Schneider
Host of the podcast, Elizabeth Schneider is a certified wine expert and author of the 'Wine For Normal People' book. She emphasizes an informal, friendly approach to wine education, making it accessible to everyone.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Must listen for wine lovers

    If you love wine and are just a normal person, then you must listen. Elizabeth is informative without being snobby.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tigerfansga
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fantastic source of wine knowledge

    This podcast is both educational and fun! Thank you for all your efforts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Agh....
    Canada5 months ago
  • Great show!

    I have learned so much about wine from this show and from Elizabeth. She is down to earth, knows her stuff, and is super fun to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TallyC222
    United States5 months ago
  • I learned so much

    Thank you for teaching me over the years.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JustinKredible
    Canada5 months ago
  • 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 States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Many find the podcast informative and enjoyable, providing valuable insights into different wine cultures and varieties.
Some feedback suggests a desire for more content focused on wine basics rather than advanced topics, indicating varied listener expectations.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and approachable style of wine discussion, often praising Elizabeth's deep knowledge and non-pretentious nature.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#29
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#170
United States/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#14
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#38
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#160
United Kingdom/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#34
Australia/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 594: Seb Pradal, The Sommelier Consultant Behind Apple TV's Award-Winning "Drops of God"
Q: Was it easier to deal with the cast and crew in the second season compared to the first?
Seb mentions that it was easier as the returning actors were now knowledgeable and comfortable with wine, making the training process smoother.
Ep 594: Seb Pradal, The Sommelier Consultant Behind Apple TV's Award-Winning "Drops of God"
Q: How did you get selected for this role on 'Drops of God'?
Seb explains that he met the producers through mutual connections and impressed them with his down-to-earth approach to wine.
Ep 594: Seb Pradal, The Sommelier Consultant Behind Apple TV's Award-Winning "Drops of God"
Q: Tell us about your background, where you're from and how you got into wine.
Seb shares that he's a sommelier with 35 years of experience, originally from the south of France and living in Paris for the past 30 years.
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.

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This podcast focuses on demystifying wine for everyday enthusiasts, creating an accessible atmosphere for listeners passionate about wine without the associated pretentiousness. Hosted by a knowledgeable individual, episodes often involve informal, lively discussions with friends from the wine industry, mixing education with entertainment. The content spans a range of topics including wine regions, grape varieties, tasting techniques, and personal anecdotes that help listeners appreciate wine on a deeper level. A standout feature is the blending of personal stories with wine education, making each episode not only informative but relatable and engaging.

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Recent guests on Wine for Normal People include:

1. Sebastien Pradal
2. Fred Peterson
3. Alessio Planeta
4. Dr. Kevin Pogue
5. Kerith Overstreet
6. Karen MacNeil
7. Francesco Galgani
8. Stephanie Duboudin

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