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Daniel Daou

A Case of Innovative Disruption in the Wine Industry With Daniel Daou of Daou Vineyards

By Drew Thomas Hendricks / January 13, 2022 / Comments Off on A Case of Innovative Disruption in the Wine Industry With Daniel Daou of Daou Vineyards

In this episode of Legends Behind the Craft, Drew Hendricks sits down with Daniel Daou, Winemaker and Proprietor at Daou Vineyards, to discuss how the expression of the soil provides rich vineyards. Daniel talks about how the climate can shape or break the texture of wine, understanding phenomics to produce the flavor you desire, and the impact geographical and soil location has on the wine harvest.

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A Honey Wine Like No Other With Brian McMillin of Feisty Brood Meadery

By Drew Thomas Hendricks / January 6, 2022 / Comments Off on A Honey Wine Like No Other With Brian McMillin of Feisty Brood Meadery

In this episode of Legends Behind the Craft, Drew Hendricks sits down with Brian McMillin of Fiesty Brood Meadery to discuss one of the oldest fermented beverages known to man: mead. Brian explains the process of brewing the different honey wine varietals, how he overcame several challenges during production, and the steps he is taking to educate and enhance his offered nectar varietals. Are you ready to dive into this honey mead episode?

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B2B Solutions for Wine Brands’ Equipment Needs With Brad and Lisa Warner of Rutherford Equipment Rental

By Drew Thomas Hendricks / December 30, 2021 / Comments Off on B2B Solutions for Wine Brands’ Equipment Needs With Brad and Lisa Warner of Rutherford Equipment Rental

On this episode of Legends Behind the Craft, Drew Hendricks sits down with Brad and Lisa Warner, Owners of Rutherford Equipment Rental, to discuss what makes them different in the specialty-equipment rental beverage industry. They discuss cultivating an authentic and trustworthy business, building a strong connection with consumers, and the importance of barrel filtration education.

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Tap Into Data Beverage Technology with James Keane and Jamie Robinson of TAPPTEK

By Drew Thomas Hendricks / December 23, 2021 / Comments Off on Tap Into Data Beverage Technology with James Keane and Jamie Robinson of TAPPTEK

In the episode of Legends Behind the Craft, Drew Thomas Hendricks is joined by James Keane and Jamie Robinson of TAPPTEK to discuss bringing premise data technology to on-tap beverage dispensers. Together, they discuss the innovation behind their invention, how to collect and interpret data to help brands scale, and the importance of being a company for the customer. 

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Michael Houlihan

The Barefoot Wine Story: How Hardship, Hustle, and Heart Built America’s #1 Wine Brand

By Drew Thomas Hendricks / December 16, 2021 / Comments Off on The Barefoot Wine Story: How Hardship, Hustle, and Heart Built America’s #1 Wine Brand

Listen to this episode of Legends Behind the Craft featuring Michael Houlihan, Co-founder of Barefoot Wines and Business Audio Theatre, as he shares his vivid and inspiring journey into the alcohol beverage industry with Drew Thomas Hendricks and Dr. Jeremy Weisz. Michael talks about his beginnings as a pioneer in the wine industry, leveraging and linking innovative marketing techniques, and suggestions to help entrepreneurs succeed in today’s market.

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Clark Smith

Composing a Medley of Wine and Music to Increase Revenue with Clark Smith of WineSmith

By Drew Thomas Hendricks / December 9, 2021 / Comments Off on Composing a Medley of Wine and Music to Increase Revenue with Clark Smith of WineSmith

Drew Thomas Hendricks and Clark Smith, winemaker and Senior Enologist for WineSmith, open up the cork in this episode of the Legends Behind the Craft podcast to discuss the emotional composition of pairing music with wine. Clark talks about how music brings out the different textual components of wine, the steps to begin your harmonized musical-wine arrangement, and together they sample a musical playlist with wine.

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Making the World Smaller One Sip at a Time with Jack Duan of Gliding Eagle

By Drew Thomas Hendricks / November 25, 2021 / Comments Off on Making the World Smaller One Sip at a Time with Jack Duan of Gliding Eagle

On this episode of Legends Behind the Craft, Drew Thomas Hendricks sits down with Jack Duan, Founder and CEO of Gliding Eagle, to discuss how he is connecting the world through data technology and wine. Jack talks about how he developed the systems the company uses today, the ups and downs of his entrepreneurial journey, and how other wineries can expand their distribution to direct selling.

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Mapping Your Wine Journey with Dr. Jeff Daiter and Josh Daiter

By Drew Thomas Hendricks / November 18, 2021 / Comments Off on Mapping Your Wine Journey with Dr. Jeff Daiter and Josh Daiter

On this episode of Legends Behind the Craft, Drew Thomas Hendricks sits down with Dr. Jeff Daiter, CEO and Co-founder of InVintory Wines, and Josh Daiter, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer of InVintory Wines, to discuss their entrepreneurial journey towards developing an interactive wine map. Together, they talk about the innovation behind the platform, why listening to reviews and recommendations is more potent than ratings, and the importance of consumer education to scale your brand.

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Joseph Wagner

Wines With Innovation and Craftsmanship With Joseph Wagner of Copper Cane Wines & Provisions

By Drew Thomas Hendricks / November 11, 2021 / Comments Off on Wines With Innovation and Craftsmanship With Joseph Wagner of Copper Cane Wines & Provisions

In this episode of Legends Behind the Craft, Drew Hendricks and Joseph Wagner, Founder of Copper Cane Wines & Provisions, sit down to discuss the craftsmanship behind a wine portfolio. Joseph talks about how his winemaking philosophy is successful, an in-depth look at the cycle and craftsmanship of creating wine varietals, and elevating the wine experience. Do you want to take a sip of this episode? 

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Connecting Consumers to New Wines with Joe Fattorini

By Drew Thomas Hendricks / November 4, 2021 / Comments Off on Connecting Consumers to New Wines with Joe Fattorini

On this episode of the Legends Behind the Craft podcast, Drew Thomas Hendricks and critically-acclaimed writer, broadcaster, and Managing Director of Trade at Pix, Joe Fattorini discuss the journey of discovering new wines and consumer behavior. They discuss the cross-cultural differences of the wine industry, funneling ideas into a digital platform, and unique ways to connect small wineries and retailers with consumers.

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