Episode 12
March 2, 2023
The Many Paths of Pinot: To Stem or Not to De-Stem with Luisa Ponzi
Pinot Noir is nicknamed the heartbreak grape—because there’s so much that can go wrong. Winemaker Luisa Ponzi joins us to talk about all the factors that go into making Pinot Noir, from the terroir to the winemaking. We hope this episode gives you a whole new appreciation for how much goes into making Pinot Noir and why Luisa says it can be either the most amazing glass of wine you ever had or the worst wine you have ever had.
Wine Featured on This Episode:
2021 Grounded Wine Co. Landform Pinot Noir Willamette Valley
2021 Ponzi Vineyards Pinot Noir Laurelwood District Willamette Valley

Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club

4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Vanessa and Amanda

Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year

$120 + tax

Shipping Included

Cancel anytime

10% off all Wine Access purchases


Follow us on social!
IG: @wineaccessunfiltered
Twitter: @wineaccesspod
Our Hosts: Amanda McCrossin & Vanessa Conlin
Shop all the wines at Wine Access

Articles Discussed

SCOTUS Backs Down from Another Wine Case

Tom Hanks Mixed Diet Coke with Champagne and We Have Feelings

State of the Wine Industry Report 2023


Hosts: Amanda McCrossin & Vanessa Conlin
Associate Producer: Laura Koffer
Music: Diego's Umbrella