Ep 159The region matters. The grape matters. But how the wine is made is what changes everything.There’s a level of intention happening behind the scenes that most people never see. In this episode with Maxx and Sidney from Stranger Wine Co., you’ll hear how winemaking decisions like not crushing grapes, using native yeasts, and limiting intervention completely change the structure, texture, and expression of the wine. In a cold climate like Michigan, even small choices can impact tannins, aromatics, and balance in a big way. This isn’t about doing things a certain way just because that’s how it’s always been done. It’s about making intentional choices that actually impact how the wine tastes.We also get into what it actually looks like to build a winery from the ground up, from regenerative farming and taking on more vineyard land to navigating sales, distribution, and growth as a small team. Because making the wine is only part of it, getting people to understand it and buy into it is a completely different challenge.If you’ve ever wondered why some wines feel more expressive, more balanced, or just plain different, this episode will tell you exactly what’s behind that.Connect with Maxx and Sidney from Stranger Wine Co.Website: https://www.strangerwineco.com/Episode Highlights:How cold climate impacts winemaking decisionsWhy they avoid crushing grapes in productionThe role of sulfur and common misconceptionsWhat it takes to build a winery from scratchHow they divide roles as a small teamWhy selling wine is often the hardest partTheir approach to minimal intervention winemaking4 wines that best represent the style of Stranger Wine Co.What did you think of the episode? Text me!Support the showDon't Forget to Download my Free Wine Tasting Guide! - https://www.corkandfizz.com/free-wine-tasting-guide Connect with me:Cork and Fizz - https://www.corkandfizz.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/corkandfizz/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/corkandfizz/Email - [email protected]

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