The Best 5 Minute Wine Podcast

A behind-the-scenes look at Dutcher Crossing Winery in Dry Creek Valley, SonomaWhy vineyard walks and outdoor workspaces reduce stress and spark creativityWhat it means to be the first single woman winery owner in Dry Creek ValleyWhat guests can expect during a tasting experience at Dutcher CrossingCharcuterie, chocolate pairings, and elevated hospitality optionsThe unique pedicab vineyard tour led personally by DebraWhy Dutcher Crossing focuses on making guests feel like family, not just customersWine club picnics, relaxed dates, and a dog who may visit your table @thebestwinepodDiscover More from The Best 5 Minute Podcast Network:Wine PodcastMusic PodcastTravel Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Debra’s first major move as owner: adding vineyard-designate winesA pivotal conversation with the founding winemaker: “I need you to rise higher”Balancing respect for the past while building upon the existing foundationThe challenge of earning trust from multi-generation vineyard familiesGrowth story: from 6 wines to 30 wines—and why people thought she was crazyPhilosophy shift: not about volume, but about making the best possible casesSmall lots, big commitment: ~300-case vineyard lots and the storytelling required to support themA family-driven mindset: seize opportunities when they comeLocation context: 25 miles north of Santa Rosa, near the northern end of Sonoma ValleyDry Creek Valley growth: wineries doubled from 30 to about 60 over 20 yearsA winery setting compared to Tuscany, with breathtaking vineyard views and photo-worthy landscapes @thebestwinepodDiscover More from The Best 5 Minute Podcast Network:Wine PodcastMusic PodcastTravel Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:00:00 - Welcome to The Best 5 Minute Wine Podcast00:00:06 - The Story Behind Dutcher Crossing’s Penny Farthing Logo00:01:23 - Finding “The One”: Why Dutcher Crossing Felt Right00:04:30 - A Hands-On Owner and the Future of the Winery00:05:22 - Final Thoughts and Follow the Podcast @thebestwinepodDiscover More from The Best 5 Minute Podcast Network:Wine PodcastMusic PodcastTravel Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.