‘Straight Talk’ Podcast Episode 9: 2022 Bordeaux Preview and Pinot Pioneer Tony Soter

California and Oregon winemaking legend Tony Soter shares his passion for Pinot Noir, plus, we're joined by Auberge Resorts CEO Craig Reid and Dr. Vinny tackles wineglass etiquette

‘Straight Talk’ Podcast Episode 9: 2022 Bordeaux Preview and Pinot Pioneer Tony Soter
Winemaker Tony Soter at his Mineral Springs Vineyard in Oregon's Willamette Valley. (Celeste Noche)
May 25, 2023

Is the 2022 Bordeaux hype for real? Straight Talk podcast host James Molesworth just returned from the Médoc, where he tasted hundreds of these young wines; don't miss his take on this highly regarded new vintage. Plus, senior editor for news Mitch Frank introduces us to Auberge Resorts Collection CEO Craig Reid, and legendary California and Oregon Pinot Noir pioneer Tony Soter chats with senior editor Tim Fish.

Later in the episode, our wine advice columnist Dr. Vinny tells us about wineglass etiquette, and stay tuned til the end for Molesworth's sneak peek wine pick!

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Hosted by senior editor and special projects director James Molesworth, each episode spotlights subjects featured in the most recent issues of Wine Spectator magazine, with episode 9 taking its cue from the June 30, 2023, issue.

Listeners can email their questions and comments to StraightTalk@WineSpectator.com; the next episode of Straight Talk will spotlight the July 31, 2023, issue, and an exclusive interview with father-and-son California grapegrowing stars Larry and Chris Hyde.

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