Pour Decisions
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<p>A podcast about craft beverages from an insiders point of view. Our primary focus is on wine made in the Midwest, but topics include other craft beverages and products. Basically, anything you can pour is fair game.</p><p>The podcast is hosted by Brian Lesperance, a 14 year veteran of the Michigan wine industry. Brian currently leads Fenn Valley Vineyards, a winery in Fennville, Michigan started in 1973. He also serves on several industry boards, including the Michigan Wine Collaborative and Michigan Wine Producers Association.</p><p>Pour Decisions is presented by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fennvalley.com/services/">Fenn Valley Consulting Services</a> with IT provided by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.carriersignal.com/">Carrier Signal</a>. Music provided by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/DomesticProblems/">Domestic Problems</a>.</p>
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3/23/2025
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Recent Episodes
May 6, 2026
The Story of Muscat...O with Matthew Jannette, Fenn Valley Vineyards
<p>In this special episode we explore the origin of Muscat...O, a new wine produced by Fenn Valley modeled after the famous Italian dessert wine Moscato d'Asti. The product was the vision of Matthew Jannette, who joins us to tell the story.</p><p>We specifically dive deep on how Moscato d'Asti is made, and some of the differences between the traditional wines from Italy and the Fenn Valley take. We also cover some thoughts on food pairings with this sweet, low-alcohol sparkling white wine.</p><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fennvalley.com/product/muscat-o">Muscat...O Wine Information</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/721258/">Garmin Varia</a></li></ul><p>Have questions you would like to submit for an upcoming Episode? <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://craftpourdecisions.com/contact-us/">Contact us today!</a></p><p><strong>Sponsors</strong></p><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow" href="https://www.fennvalley.com/">Fenn Valley Vineyards, Inc</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow" href="https://www.carriersignal.com/">Carrier Signal</a></li><li>Interested in being a sponsor? <a target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow" href="https://craftpourdecisions.com/sponsors/">Click here.</a></li></ul><p><strong>Show Links</strong></p><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://craftpourdecisions.com/">https://craftpourdecisions.com/</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/craftpourdecisions">https://www.facebook.com/craftpourdecisions</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/craftpourdecisions/">https://www.instagram.com/craftpourdecisions/</a></li></ul><p>Music is provided by <strong>Domestic Problems</strong>.</p>
February 15, 2026
Tony Jacobson - Founder, Loose Cannon Wines
<p>In the first episode of 2026 we interview one of the most experienced sparkling wine experts around. Tony Jacobson is the Principal Consultant at EnoCraft and Founder of Loose Cannon Wines in Traverse City, Michigan. </p><p>We cover some of the challenges and opportunities available in the sparkling category, including not being afraid of acidity. We also delve into how different production techniques offer very different approaches to wine with carbonation. And we wrap with the backstory on Loose Cannon, a boutique winery committed to local fruit. </p><p>The "this won't pour" segment showcased some cool wireless mic gear as well as an affordable 3D printer setup! </p><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.enocraft.com/">Enocraft</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://loosecannon.wine/">Loose Cannon Wine</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://craftpourdecisions.com/2025-season-wrap-up/">2025 Harvest Summary Episode</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.dji.com/mic-3">DJI Mic 3</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bambulab.com/en-us/a1-mini">Bambu A1 Mini 3D Printer </a></li></ul><p>Have questions you would like to submit for an upcoming Episode? <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://craftpourdecisions.com/contact-us/">Contact us today!</a></p><p><strong>Sponsors</strong></p><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow" href="https://www.fennvalley.com/">Fenn Valley Vineyards, Inc</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow" href="https://www.carriersignal.com/">Carrier Signal</a></li><li>Interested in being a sponsor? <a target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow" href="https://craftpourdecisions.com/sponsors/">Click here.</a></li></ul><p><strong>Show Links</strong></p><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://craftpourdecisions.com/">https://craftpourdecisions.com/</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/craftpourdecisions">https://www.facebook.com/craftpourdecisions</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/craftpourdecisions/">https://www.instagram.com/craftpourdecisions/</a></li></ul><p>Music is provided by <strong>Domestic Problems</strong>.</p>
December 21, 2025
2025 Season Wrap-Up - with Matthew Jannette and Andrew Backlin
Winemakers Matthew Jannette and Andrew Backlin review the 2025 growing season, analyzing the transition from a delayed start to a remarkably dry finish in this interview episode.
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- What is Pour Decisions?
<p>A podcast about craft beverages from an insiders point of view. Our primary focus is on wine made in the Midwest, but topics include other craft beverages and products. Basically, anything you can pour is fair game.</p><p>The podcast is hosted by Brian Lesperance, a 14 year veteran of the Michigan wine industry. Brian currently leads Fenn Valley Vineyards, a winery in Fennville, Michigan started in 1973. He also serves on several industry boards, including the Michigan Wine Collaborative and Michigan Wine Producers Association.</p><p>Pour Decisions is presented by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fennvalley.com/services/">Fenn Valley Consulting Services</a> with IT provided by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.carriersignal.com/">Carrier Signal</a>. Music provided by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/DomesticProblems/">Domestic Problems</a>.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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