Wine Trends and Unexpected Gems, with Winemaker Sally Johnson Blum

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Episode Notes:

My good friend, Winemaker Sally Johnson Blum (SJB) is back and she has been busy!

We're getting into her exciting new ventures, including her own small wine brand, Stereograph (launching soon) and her consulting firm, SJB Winemaking, where she's crafting wines for various clients across California and Washington.

We enjoy a double Sip Spotlight with 2 of her wines, including a stunning Sémillon and a unique Chenin Blanc, both of which showcase her knack for making under-appreciated varietals shine.

Plus, we tackle the current trends in the wine world, like the shift towards lighter wines and the challenges faced by small brands today.

You'll hear:

• What inspired Sally to make wine for multiple clients instead of one winery
• Why she's chosen to highlight some lesser known white wine varieties like Sémillion and Chenin Blanc in the Napa Valley
• Our take on current wine trends and the shifting preferences of wine consumers
• If/How tariffs are affecting wine production and small wineries

Links and Resources:

SJB Winemaking- to find all of Sally's projects in one place and learn more about Max's design services and read Sally's blog with thoughts on the future of the wine industry

Stereograph Wines- sign up to know when this exciting new label is available!

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