Barrels & Roots

About Barrels & Roots

Welcome to Barrels & Roots, a journey through the world of wine and food, where every vineyard, kitchen, and cellar holds a story worth telling. Hosted by Sean Trace, this show explores the passion, tradition, and creativity that turn simple ingredients into art and shared moments into legacy. From the heart of Napa Valley to the tables and tasting rooms of the world, Sean sits down with winemakers, chefs, and artisans who live by their craft. Each conversation dives into the culture, the community, and the human stories that give flavor to what we create and share. Whether you are a sommelier, a chef, a storyteller, or someone who simply loves the ritual of a good meal and a better conversation, Barrels & Roots invites you to slow down, listen closely, and taste the stories that connect us all.

Publisher

Sean Trace

Category

arts

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 Oct 2025

Latest episode

21 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

98 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Oct 2026

   What Really Makes Wine Feel Special | Aliye Melton | Barrels and Roots

   In this episode of Barrels and Roots, I sit down with wine marketing consultant Aliye Melton to talk about what the wine industry may be getting wrong about marketing, luxury, hospitality, and connection. We explore why great wine alone is not enough to build a memorable brand and why authentic storytelling matters more than polished drone shots, perfect tasting rooms, or expensive bottles. Aliye shares her journey into the wine industry and explains why wineries need to focus less on transac...

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   16 Oct 2026

   How to Taste Wine Like a Master Sommelier | Barrels and Roots

   I’m still learning about wine, and one of the things I love about Barrels & Roots is getting the chance to sit down with people who understand wine at a completely different level than I do. In this episode, I’m joined again by Master Sommelier Tim Gaiser for a conversation about how we actually learn to taste wine and why becoming a better wine taster has far less to do with having some magical palate than most people think. Tim has spent decades in the wine industry, and we get into his...

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   13 Oct 2026

   Wine Tasting for Beginners | All About Albarino | Sean & Chang

   Wine tasting doesn't have to be complicated! Join Sean and Chang on Barrels & Roots as we taste our way through Albariño, rosé, Italian Lambrusco, and Pinot Noir, sharing honest reactions, a few laughs, and some surprising discoveries along the way. From discovering the fun of sparkling red wine to testing whether a decanter really changes the taste of Pinot Noir, we're keeping wine tasting simple, entertaining, and approachable. We even throw in a few games and food pairing challenges.&n...

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