Been a long time fan and I love the actual winemakers cast, content, the whole thing…but. There is a monkey wrench in the works. There is an unnecessary ‘factor’ that has for some reason increased the tempo of nonsense, lowering the quality of the listening experience. I’m sorry to drop a 4 star review but for the sake of the show, I feel compelled to state it, without overtly stating it. Best episodes are easily the ones sans the monkey wrench.

After a too short hiatus of the show killer who continued to use all his ammunition on Marvella Castaneda show: Laugh, regurgitate and step all over what could of been a smooth interview with Brian trying to hold the sail. The following week he bombed the Isabella Morano appearance. “ Ha ha ha, heh heh heh I didn’t know that.” And his classic one shooter: “ How many…”

This has always been my go to podcast for wine and everything Sonoma. Sam, Brian, Bart and John provide the right amount of content, information, humor and opinion about what’s happening now in the world of wine. They showcase all types of wine, wineries, personalities and winemakers and make you feel like you’re sitting down with some good friends having a great bottle of wine. If you’re not listening you should be!

This podcast is the perfect blend of characters, education, entertainment and cleanliness of editing. (Mostly 😂) I’m a winemaker and winegrower outside of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Finding value in podcasts that I can use in the Midwest is challenging as we don’t grow vinifera. Listening to Sam and Phil has given me multiple ah-ha moments that I have implemented in my day to day processes which has proven to raise quality and efficiency. Thanks guys and look forward to many more episodes!

This has quickly become my favorite wine podcast. I got behind on episodes by a few weeks, due to some traveling, and caught up today. I really enjoy each episode. I’m learning a lot and I keep adding to my list of wines to find and try. Thanks for giving me a bit of Sonoma (and Napa) here on the coast of the Carolinas. I enjoy the show! Thanks!

I appreciate the variety of episodes, the engaging conversations, and the insightful content. I truly learn something every time I listen. Thanks so much guys for putting out such a spectacular show - keep up the great work!

This show has genuine personality and the guests on the show bring you into REAL wine country, at a time where we all long to travel and enjoy Sonoma culture once again… I’ve been listening for 4 years now and hope they continue producing this incredible podcast.

These guys are so much fun to listen to and they also provide real time information as to how harvest is going and all of the nuances in the industry. They are also honest about balancing the desire to to the right thing and making a living. It provides a platform for lesser known wineries and it’s resulted in wine purchases and plans to visit some of the places they have featured.

I enjoy listening to these guys, although they occasionally lose focus (which can happen when you’re loving the wines). I’ve discovered many of my favorite Sonoma producers through the show, and have made friends with several of them. Keep it coming!

I’m having so much fun listening to these guys. I feel like I’m hanging out with them as I would friends of mine. They are knowledgeable and curious but don’t take themselves too seriously. I learn about cool small wine producers I wouldn’t have discovered otherwise. And bonus...they love Rhone varietals, just like I do.

I love this group of guys and gals! They are relaxed and allow the podcast to evolve naturally. Always look forward to each new podcast. Also, Bart and Sam make great wines.

Plain enjoyable, spontaneous and great guests.

Entertaining wine-centric podcast from a foursome of characters and their excitable dogs. Regular interviews typically feature boutique micro wineries. Bart Hansen represents the winemaker side of the podcast as he regularly recounts the everyday challenges of making Chenin. Brian Casey is a front-of-house wine slayer who has been working on his own wine brand while also becoming a propane tank transportation expert. John Meyers is a former Chicago media titan who now balances his time between orthopedic surgeries and chasing his dog out of the room while experiencing Zoom connection issues. And finally, Sam Coturri is a fashion designer who also operates a wine brand with potentially the most confusing brand name in the wine industry.

Hard to write a review, other than to say it is a great podcast. Whatever that means to an individual listener is rather subjective. But if you like wine and all that surrounds wine, then this is a great listen. And while it is Sonoma-County-specific, it is first about wine. From vineyard to bottle to customer, and everything in between. The focus is on smaller wineries and/or winemakers for small producers, much like the two winemaker-hosts. The other host is a Sommelier working locally - well, until recently. Coronavirus furloughs hit a wide swath of businesses. I started listening to my first wine podcast about a year ago. I was looking for something different to hear on my (long) commute. I spent several months listening to a wine podcast I read about in the NYTimes. I listened twice a day, each way on my commute. Before I knew it, I had listened to two full-years worth, plus about 10 years worth of a curated top-ten list. I learned a ton on wine and now I wanted to learn more. And maybe something closer to home. Not sure exactly how I found The Winemakers Pod, likely a Google search. I recall downloading a dozen different or so to sample, and this was the winner. Not sure which episode was first, but soon after I downloaded all of 2019, plus their very first episode. I was hooked. On any given episode you get to hear people, who love what they do, talk about all the aspects of wine. I already enjoyed wine, and had the good fortune to be introduced to occasional wines way above my pay scale. The time spent listening to this (and a few others) has really added to my enjoyment of wie. To paraphrase a saying, it is amazing how you don't know how much you don't know until you know something. Each week, I know something more. The three 'wine experts' are down to earth, opinionated - some more than others - entertaining, and just plain fun. After a few listens, they almost seem like your friends. And probably would be if we all lived in Sonoma. If you are a first timer, go through the list of the past year. If you find one with a winery or winemaker that you already know, start there. So pour a glass and give a listen.

I look forward to listening every week. They have turned me on to some great wineries, including their own Sixteen 600 & Dane Cellars. They bring on some great guests; industry insiders, local winemakers and wine related businesses. They have opinions, but offer an open minded approach to wine. If you’re a fan of wine, you should add this podcast to you’re weekly download.

Incredibly fun and insightful.

Really love listening to this show while driving from vineyard to vineyard. Very insightful, fun, and educational. Highly recommended.

Most Saturdays I sit down and grab a glass 🍷and listen to my favorite podcast The Wine Makers 🍇🍷! They cover a variety of wine related topics and interviews with fellow wine producers, winemakers, and wine geeks like me. They taught me , made me laugh ,and made me think! Also I have discovered some great new wines to enjoy!!! Cheers to John, Bart , Brian ,and Sam on a great show🍷🍷🍇🍇

I like that the hosts take the time to give background on guests in addition to discussions about wine. I'm glad I found this podcast from Jennifer Reichardt's Instagram post.

5 stars when Bart and Brian host episodes. 3 stars when John Myers hosts.

As a winery owner listening to wine podcasts frequently, I very much appreciate those that go beyond just tasting notes and marketing talking points. I've heard many interviews with Tegan Passalacqua over the years, and this one reveals yet another layer of his wonderful wine experience and life. Plus, it clues the listener into what's going on in Lodi, our home wine region. Listen to the other podcasts from the team, such as the separate episodes on Morgan Twain-Peterson and his father Joel.

If you want to really learn about wine and wine from a place, the Winemakers pod is a fantastic listen each week. Perfect blend of the science, farming, business, and most interestingly the people behind great wine. Great guests and unpretentious. Also becomes a great guide for where you should be going on your next California wine trip.

I listen to several wine podcasts and this is one of my new favorites! I love the conversational style, the amazing guests, the easy to digest information with the perfect amount of wine nerdiness sprinkled in. I'm glad I only recently discovered this show because I get to listen to all the old epidodes while I wait for new ones. Keep up the good work fellas! Cheers! Luke Kenney

I’m such a huge fan - i love that this show covers every aspect of wine, from the grower, the winemaker, the somm, and the drinker. It’s so fun to listen to their banter - and their amazing guests. I’m a little biased, having been a guest myself, but I’m definitely more impressed by the sheer diversity of friends they invite on the show, especially their awesome stories. Give this wine podcast a whirl - you won’t be disappointed!

I found out about these guys when Kieran Robinson was on. I had visited him at his winery in July. These guys do a fantastic job bringing insights to the table in an approachable manner that makes it fun. Bart and Sam have so much to share about the history of the industry. Brian has a perspective from the service industry that is always informative and John does his best to pull it all together (until he gets ‘over-served!). They deserve a special hat tip for their coverage of the devastating fires that hit Napa and Sonoma in the Fall of 2017. Amazing job, guys! I wish I had known about the podcast BEFORE my trip out there! Oh well, I am already planning my next trip!

I love wine, especially rose´ but I don't know a lot about it. These guys seem like they know a ton but talk about wine in a way that isn't stuffy or boring. I love to pop a bottle a plug in my headphones.

I completely enjoy this podcast. The balance of their wine knowledge and their fun loving personalities is perfect. They discuss specific wine making concepts without sounding snobbish and without talking down to people. I love that they actually talk about technical aspects of wine.

Love being able to follow and talk about all things wine.

I never knew wine talk could be so much fun! What a great listen!!

I love this podcast because it's super accessible in terms of wine talk! And Sam Coturri is hilarious.

Looking forward to seeing where this goes, A lot of knowledge but light and fun at the same time. Not stuffy at all.

I love the new addition to the Radio Misfits Network. I'm a fan of wine, but I'm by no means an expert. They do a great job of balancing their obvious expertise with talk that an simple enthusiast can understand. I can't wait to see where they take the show and what other guests they'll invite. Great job guys!