In this episode of Trivia Tangents, Lina is joined by Emily and Elyssa from the podcast Girls That Excel for a lively, wine-fueled deep dive into the world of Oregon wines, all kicked off by trivia questions you’ll want in your back pocket at your next tasting.
They explore the evolution of wine packaging, younger generations’ changing tastes, and how Oregon's wine culture compares to California’s. Whether you’re a wine lover, a trivia nerd, or just curious about what makes Oregon’s Willamette Valley so special, this episode is a full-bodied conversation worth uncorking.
Topics include:
🍷 Wine myths that need debunking
🧃 Why canned wine is having a moment
📍 Favorite Oregon wineries and wine bars
📱 How TikTok and word-of-mouth are reshaping winery research
🌀 Why Oregon wine tasting might just beat Napa
So pour a glass (or crack a can), and get ready to sip your way through stories, trivia, and tangents.
Links:
Girls That Excel Coffee Episode with Lina
Girls That Excel website: girlsthatexcel.com
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Oregon Wines and Girls that Excel
12:03 The Grape That Put Oregon on the Map
19:11 Exploring the Wine Industry
26:56 Screw Caps and Wine Snobs
34:18 The Evolution of Wine Packaging
37:46 Exploring Wine Preferences and Trends
39:39 The Shift in Wine Culture Among Younger Generations
42:18 Debunking Wine Myths and Hangover Remedies
48:58 Oregon's Top Wineries and Recommendations
59:11 Wine Preferences and Personal Favorites
01:02:40 Researching Wineries: Methods and Insights
01:07:14 AVAs
01:10:35 Exciting Future Plans and Announcements
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