Vint Wine Podcast

Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Weekly Wine Report on the Vint Wine Podcast. Hosted by Billy Galanko, this new segment brings you the week’s most important wine stories, blending news, history, and context to help you discover something new in the world of wine.

In this first edition, we cover two major developments:

• Château Lafleur leaves the Bordeaux AOC system
  One of Pomerol’s most revered estates will reclassify a...

In this episode of Five Questions on the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Marco Simonit, renowned vineyard consultant and co-founder of Simonit & Sirch, to explore his philosophy on vines, pruning, and the human side of winegrowing. Having worked with some of the world’s most prestigious estates, Marco brings a global perspective grounded in deep respect for the vine and terroir expression.

🎧 In this conversation:

• Why pas...

In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, Billy sits down with Jeremy Seysses of Domaine Dujac, one of Burgundy’s most respected and influential domaines. Founded in 1968 by Jeremy’s father Jacques, Domaine Dujac has grown from just a few hectares in Morey-Saint-Denis to over 20 hectares of some of the Côte d’Or’s most coveted vineyards. Today, Jeremy carries forward that legacy while also shaping a vision for the future of Burgund...

In this Five Questions episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Jeremy Seysses, co-owner and winemaker at the iconic Domaine Dujac in Burgundy. Jeremy shares what sets his wines apart in a region full of celebrated Pinot Noir, offering insight into his whole-cluster fermentation approach and its impact on aromatics and texture. We explore his inspirations beyond Burgundy, from Northern Rhône Syrah to the deep-rooted tradi...

In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Steve De Long, founder of De Long Wine and one of the wine world’s leading cartographers, to explore his journey from architecture to creating some of the most detailed and visually compelling wine maps available today. Steve shares how he approaches mapping complex regions, the challenges of working with official wine laws and overlapping appellations, and the growing dema...

In this episode of Five Questions on the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Steve DeLong, wine cartographer and creator of an iconic Wine Grape Variety Table, to explore his unique perspective on wine. Steve shares what drew him to mapping and documenting wine regions, the underrated grapes and places that deserve more attention, and why Cinsault and Franciacorta have been capturing his interest lately. He also offers his perspect...

In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko welcomes back William Kelley, Editor in Chief at Wine Advocate, for his first in-depth conversation since taking on the role. From restructuring the critic team and introducing perfumer-led aroma training, to emphasizing vineyard visits as part of the review process, William offers an inside look at how one of the world’s leading wine publications is evolving.

The discussi...

In this episode of Five Questions on the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with William Kelley, Editor-in-Chief of The Wine Advocate and one of the wine world’s most insightful and articulate voices. Based in Beaune, France, William oversees coverage of Bordeaux and Burgundy, and brings a globally respected palate and deep historical perspective to his writing and reviews.

🎧 In this candid, fast-paced conversation, William shares:

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In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko sits down with Sherwyn Veldhuizen and Marcel Giesen, the visionary winegrowers behind Bell Hill, one of New Zealand’s most distinctive producers of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. From a chance blind tasting that led Billy to discover their wines, to the couple’s deep Burgundian inspiration and painstaking work establishing Bell Hill on a former limestone quarry in North Cante...

In this episode of Five Questions on the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Marcel Giesen and Sherwyn Veldhuizen, the visionary winegrowers behind Bell Hill Vineyard in North Canterbury, New Zealand. From the limestone-rich soils in the Weka Pass, the duo crafts small-lot, high-density Pinot Noir and Chardonnay inspired by the farming traditions of Burgundy.

We explore what makes Bell Hill so distinctive, from its limestone soils t...

In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko welcomes Cokie Ponikvar, Advanced Sommelier, Master of Wine candidate, and the voice behind the educational Instagram account @cokiesworldofwine, for an in-depth conversation about wine study, communication, and global exploration.

Cokie discusses how to start learning about wine from the ground up, how she built her Instagram following by breaking down technical topics in...

In this episode of Five Questions , we sit down with Cokie Ponikvar, Advanced Sommelier, Master of Wine candidate, and wine communicator, for a candid conversation about her journey in wine. Cokie shares what she’s drinking now (including Soldera and Château Rayas), reflects on the thrill of tasting iconic bottles for the first time, and highlights underrated regions like the Chablis and grape varieties like Albariño, Gruner Veltli...

In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko welcomes Matt Day, Head Winemaker at Klein Constantia, for a deep dive into one of South Africa’s most historic and forward-thinking wine estates. From reviving the legendary Vin de Constance, a wine once sipped by Napoleon, to pioneering terroir-driven Sauvignon Blancs in the Cape’s cool-climate vineyards, Matt shares his journey and winemaking philosophy in rich detail.

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In this episode of Five Questions on the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with Matt Day, head winemaker at Klein Constantia, one of South Africa’s most historic and celebrated wine estates. Located on the slopes of Table Mountain in Cape Town, Klein Constantia is renowned for producing the legendary Vin de Constance, a wine once enjoyed by Napoleon Bonaparte and Jane Austen, and for elevating Sauvignon Blanc to new heights in the New...

In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, we’re joined by Charlotte Read, General Manager of Brand at New Zealand Winegrowers. Charlotte shares her unique journey from growing up on a vineyard in the 1970s to leading global branding efforts for one of the world’s most exciting wine-producing countries. We explore New Zealand's enduring success with Sauvignon Blanc, the rise of Pinot Noir and Syrah, and how the country is advan...

In this episode of 5 Questions, we sit down with Charlotte Read, GM of Brand at New Zealand Winegrowers, the national organization representing more than 1,400 growers and wineries across the country.

Charlotte shares what’s exciting her most in wine right now (spoiler: Pinot Noir by the fire), highlights underrated New Zealand wine regions like Nelson, Waiheke Island, and Gisborne, and discusses how packaging innovation could resha...

In this episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko sits down with Emily Faulconer, Head Winemaker and Technical Director at Viñedos Familia Chadwick, the acclaimed Chilean estate behind Seña and Viñedo Chadwick. Recently named one of the most influential figures in Chilean wine, Emily shares her journey from Viña Carmen to Chadwick, her vision for sustainability and biodynamics, and the challenges and rewards of crafting ...

In this episode of 5 Questions, host Billy Galanko sits down with Emily Faulconer, Technical Director of Viñedos Familia Chadwick, with direct oversight of the iconic labels Seña and Viñedo Chadwick, two of Chile’s most iconic and ageworthy red wines. She was recently named one of Los Más Influyentes del Vino, a major annual survey of over 40 leading figures in the Chilean wine trade.

Emily shares insight into Seña’s coastal vineyar...

In this special 200th episode of the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko is joined by Chris Cottrell, co-winemaker and partner at Bedrock Wine Co., to explore one of California’s most revered and dynamic producers. From Old Vine Zinfandel to heritage field blends and terroir-driven sparkling wines, Bedrock is preserving the state's viticultural legacy with thoughtful, low-intervention farming and winemaking.

Chris shares his ...