In this episode of The Vint Podcast, hosts Brady Weller and Billy Galanko welcome Jeff Andrews, founder of Trothe, and Ray McKee, Trothe’s talented winemaker. Together, they share the story behind Trothe—a Washington State winery setting a new benchmark for luxury wines. From their family farming roots in the Horse Heaven Hills to crafting wines that rival the world’s best, Jeff and Ray discuss their dedication to quality, the unique terroir of their vineyards, and their innovative approach to winemaking.
Key topics covered include:
- The founding of Trothe and its mission to elevate Washington wine on a global stage.
- How technology and tradition come together in Trothe’s vineyard and winery practices.
- The role of Horse Heaven Hills’ terroir in shaping their acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon.
- Trothe’s commitment to a bespoke, relationship-driven customer experience.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to the Vint Podcast
00:48 Exciting Episode Preview and Troth Wines
02:27 Sustainable Wine Transportation
04:56 Innovative Vine Disease Detection
06:36 Guest Introduction: Jeff Andrews and Ray McKee
08:46 The Story Behind Troth Wines
14:03 Washington State's Wine Industry
16:53 Challenges and Opportunities in Washington Wine
24:19 Troth's Direct-to-Consumer Strategy
25:25 Exploring Troth and Sagebreaker Wines
29:39 Creative Inspiration from David Bowie
30:23 Sagebreaker and Truth Wines Distribution
30:49 Success at Taste Washington
31:11 The Art and Science of Winemaking
31:48 Micro Crew Approach in Vineyards
34:18 Technology in Winemaking
37:14 The Importance of Terroir
40:58 Harvesting Techniques and Challenges
43:18 Oak Barrel Selection and Influence
56:46 Accolades and Recognition
01:00:55 Conclusion and Future Prospects
The Vint Wine Podcast is a production of the Vint Marketplace, your source for the highest quality stock of fine wines and rare whiskies. Visit www.vintmarketplace.com.
To learn more about Vint and the Vint Marketplace, visit us at Vintmarketplace.com or email Brady Weller at brady@vint.co, or Billy Galanko at Billy@vintmarketplace.com.
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