Want to Learn More about Rosé? Check Out These 7 Podcasts
Whether you’re studying specific grape growing and winemaking options for rosé production or simply wanting to discover why this style is so popular amongst consumers – we’ve got a podcast for you!
Here’s our list of some of the best podcasts to learn more about rosé:
Wine Enthusiast: Is there Anything New to Say about Rosé?
Takes a look at how this style evolved from White Zinfandel to the current “rosé all day” craze in the United States. This episode is ideal for Village level individuals wanting a better understanding of why this category is so popular.
Wine For Normal People: The Flavors of Rosé Explained
A quick overview of varieties commonly used in rosé production as well as the major rosé producing regions around the world. Also dives into the flavor profile of each region’s rosé. Perfect review for those studying for Premier Cru level exams.
Wine for Normal People: The Rosé Story with Ian Renwick
This WFNP episode has a more thorough and in-depth explanation of the various production processes and insight into what goes into an “intentionally made” rosé as opposed to one that’s an “afterthought.” There’s also some geeky coverage of malolactic conversion, use of native yeasts and ageability of rosé.
GuildSomm: Rosé and Orange Wines
Interview with rosé expert Elizabeth Gabay (gets going at the 6 minute mark) about what she considers “the most exciting sector of the wine market.” While there’s some discussion of varieties used and methods of production – the focus here is more on marketing and the future of rosé. Questions addressed include: How much does the color of rosé impact purchasing decisions for average consumers? How will climate change affect major rosé producing regions like Provence? And - is there any correlation between color and quality in rosé? (spoiler alert: her answer is a resounding NO)
Highly recommended for those wanting to gain a better understanding of marketing rosé and what the future may hold for this category.
D’amato & Szabo – Wine Thieves. Terroir & Techniques: The Science of Rose in Provence
Interviews with members of the Centre du Rosé - a research center dedicated to rosé wine (who knew?!) In depth discussion of the rosé characteristics produced of each of Provence’s appellations. Technical bits include methods of oxygen management and labeling the range of colors in the rosé rainbow spectrum.
Italian Wine Podcast: Provence and Rosé
Another interview with Elizabeth Gabay (we cannot get enough of her – especially when it comes to this subject!) This episode discusses how Provence became a market leader for rosé – including a fascinating review of how some appellations banded together to form a united marketing front for Provence rosé. Not much in the way of technical bits, but a great overview of a region that has done incredibly well at marketing themselves and their wines.
Inside Winemaking: The Rosé Winemaking Episode
Full disclosure (by him and us!) – this episode was recorded in his car. Even though the quality is meh, stick with it because there are some great insights and technical info about all the winemaking decisions that go into producing a rosé – from harvesting to choice of yeast to blending and bottling. Discussion of his experience with producing a rosé from Cabernet Sauvignon – including steps he took to minimize color/tannin/bitterness and maximize acidity and fruitiness. Rates high on our geekiness scale!
