Latest Videos

Chianti Classico and Beyond with Alessandro Cellai from Vallepicciola
Dive into the history of Vallepicciola, the various regions of Chianti, and Italian wine labels with Alessandro Cellai and cohosts Fotios and Claudia. Alessandro has been making wine since age six (yes age six) and knows the ins and outs of Tuscany. If you’re looking for a deep understanding of Chianti and how to shop for Italian labels, this is the episode for you.
Dive into the history of Vallepicciola, the various regions of Chianti, and Italian wine labels with Alessandro Cellai and cohosts Fotios and Claudia. Alessandro has been making wine since age six (yes age six) and knows the ins and outs of Tuscany. If you’re looking for a deep understanding of Chianti and how to shop for Italian labels, this is the episode for you.
Drew Bledsoe & Josh McDaniels of Doubleback & Bledsoe Family Winery
A great episode and the fascinating story of an amazing individual and his journey from NFL to amazing wines! For former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe, owning a winery has been a longtime aspiration that would allow him to combine his passion for fine wine and the love of the Walla Walla Valley. We got to chat with Drew and his winemaker Josh to learn more about how they got to where they are - the creators of a truly amazing portfolio. Grab a glass and join us!
A great episode and the fascinating story of an amazing individual and his journey from NFL to amazing wines! For former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe, owning a winery has been a longtime aspiration that would allow him to combine his passion for fine wine and the love of the Walla Walla Valley. We got to chat with Drew and his winemaker Josh to learn more about how they got to where they are - the creators of a truly amazing portfolio. Grab a glass and join us!
Sip Clip - Episode 15 - Vegan Wines
This was a very interesting discussion about the true meaning and makeup of vegan wines, and what it means to be a vegan wine. Join Foti and Ari as they dive deep into the world of this often misunderstood topic!
This was a very interesting discussion about the true meaning and makeup of vegan wines, and what it means to be a vegan wine. Join Foti and Ari as they dive deep into the world of this often misunderstood topic!
Vines Unknown: Exploring Attiki, Greece
We had another amazing webinar in our Vines Unknown series. We explored the wines of Attiki, Greece with a wonderful wine maker Stamatis Mylonas of Mylonas Winery. He joined us live from Greece and gave us some great insight into the wonderful world of winemaking and his incredible Greek wines!
We had another amazing webinar in our Vines Unknown series. We explored the wines of Attiki, Greece with a wonderful wine maker Stamatis Mylonas of Mylonas Winery. He joined us live from Greece and gave us some great insight into the wonderful world of winemaking and his incredible Greek wines!

Latest Podcasts

As someone born and raised in the Caribbean, Marc has been a student of rum, and its place within a myriad of settings, his entire life. With this has come a deep sense of appreciation for both the heritage of rum, as well as the broader role it plays in the Contemporary Caribbean culture.In the US,
Play
SEE THE VIDEO REFERENCED IN THE PODCAST >We sit with the founder of Stray Dog, Johnny Livanos, and discuss his vision and journey into developing Greece's first wild gin. As a Greek American growing up in the restaurant industry, Johnny walks us through a moment in his life after realizing how many
Play
The family tradition continues in this episode as we sit down with Yiannis Boutaris, the grandson of the legendary Godfather of Xinomavro, the elder Yiannis Boutaris.The Boutaris' have been the visionaries and pioneers in Northern Greece's modern wine production to elevate and showcase its potential
Play
Dimitris Skouras walks us through his family’s journey of building a winery in Greece and the regions they focus on. Their wines prove just how complex Greek wine can be and doesn’t fail to impress co-hosts Claudia and Fotios. Grab a glass and explore these fun and foreign varietals with us.Explore
Play

Latest Posts

Marc Farrell - Founder of Ten To One Rum
As someone born and raised in the Caribbean, Marc has been a student of rum, and its place within a myriad of settings, his entire life. With this has come a deep sense of appreciation for both the heritage of rum, as well as the broader role it plays in the Contemporary Caribbean culture.
As someone born and raised in the Caribbean, Marc has been a student of rum, and its place within a myriad of settings, his entire life. With this has come a deep sense of appreciation for both the heritage of rum, as well as the broader role it plays in the Contemporary Caribbean culture.
Johnny Livanos & Greece's First Wild Gin - Stray Dog
We sit with the founder of Stray Dog, Johnny Livanos, and discuss his vision and journey into developing Greece's first wild gin. As a Greek American growing up in the restaurant industry, Johnny walks us through a moment in his life after realizing how many exotic and unique herbs and botanicals grow in Greece that would be the perfect recipe for a stellar gin. Upon this eureka moment, Johnny went right to work sourcing his ingredients and assembling his team to create the brand, Stray Dog Wild Gin.
We sit with the founder of Stray Dog, Johnny Livanos, and discuss his vision and journey into developing Greece's first wild gin. As a Greek American growing up in the restaurant industry, Johnny walks us through a moment in his life after realizing how many exotic and unique herbs and botanicals grow in Greece that would be the perfect recipe for a stellar gin. Upon this eureka moment, Johnny went right to work sourcing his ingredients and assembling his team to create the brand, Stray Dog Wild Gin.
What Am I Drinking? Alpha Estate Eco Xinomavro
A savory xinomavro with superb drinkability. Mediterranean spices, sage and thyme on top of the strawberries and red plums. Bright and succulent on the palate with immaculate, chalky tannins. Linear and juicy finish. Vegan.
A savory xinomavro with superb drinkability. Mediterranean spices, sage and thyme on top of the strawberries and red plums. Bright and succulent on the palate with immaculate, chalky tannins. Linear and juicy finish. Vegan.
Fotios Stamos Keeps the Party Going
Fotios Stamos, 50, grew up at Brothers, his parents’ diners on Causeway Street by the old Boston Garden and in Andrew Square. They really wanted him to go to college and land a steady job, though. So he went to Boston College and worked in finance for a while, but cubicle life was lacking.
Fotios Stamos, 50, grew up at Brothers, his parents’ diners on Causeway Street by the old Boston Garden and in Andrew Square. They really wanted him to go to college and land a steady job, though. So he went to Boston College and worked in finance for a while, but cubicle life was lacking.

Latest Pics

Newsletter