How do some of the world's most successful chefs, somms and winemakers balance wine and health? Red Rooster chef-owner Marcus Samuelsson and Frasca somm-owner Bobby Stuckey join the latest episode of Straight Talk to share how they keep perspective—and keep fit.
Host James Molesworth and Wine Spectator senior editor Kristen Bieler take a closer look at our Wine & Wellness cover story, and senior editor for news Mitch Frank helps us sort facts from fiction and also shares an update on the latest developments for the hundreds of wineries that had been invested in Silicon Valley Bank.
It's also time for senior editor Bruce Sanderson's annual Piedmont tasting report, covering the latest releases from Barolo, Barbaresco and beyond, and fifth-generation winemaker Gaia Gaja makes a special guest appearance as well.
Wine Spectator's Straight Talk podcast is available exclusively—and for free—at WineSpectator.com/podcast. 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 7 taking its cue from the April 30, 2023, issue.
Episode 7 of Straight Talk also features a visit from Wine Spectator's mysterious and beloved wine advice expert Dr. Vinny (senior editor MaryAnn Worobiec), joined by podcast director Robert Taylor. Listeners can email their questions and comments to StraightTalk@WineSpectator.com.
The next episode of Straight Talk will spotlight the May 31, 2023, issue, and features a rare interview with Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's Aubert de Villaine—only at WineSpectator.com/podcast.
