XChateau Wine Podcast
A masterclass on the business of wine. Insights, analysis, and perspectives on news and trends in the wine industry beyond winemaking, such as marketing, finance, and consumer trends. From noted wine blogger Robert Vernick (@wineterroir) and leading wine business consultant and author of Luxury Wine Marketing Peter Yeung (@winebizguy), this podcast navigates the business of wine with unique perspectives and insights.
Recent Episodes
The Right Place at the Right Time w/ Devon Magee, Offshore Wines
Devon shares how he bootstrapped the company and is finding his way as an importer.
The Singaporean Experience w/ Yi Xin Ong, KOT Selections
As part of the importer series, Yi Xin Ong, Managing Partner of KOT Selections in Singapore, provides an international perspective. From Singapore’s 2-3,000 active importers for the small island to the impact of international...
Taking Great Care of Wines w/ Shannon Coursey, Wilson Daniels
With a portfolio of luxury wineries, including Domaine de la Romanee-Conti and Biondi Santi, Wilson Daniels has developed deep expertise in marketing luxury wines. With allocations, deep tracking of where wines go, and a heav...
Building Perennial Brands w/ Nick Ramkowsky, Vine Connections
Building brands in the US market by striving to turn “annual” brands into “perennial” brands.
Exploring Regions w/ History but Little Recognition w/ Nick Ramkowsky…
The first episode kicking off our series on wine importers in the US.
Expanding the Vine & Cellar w/ Curtis Mann, MW, Albertsons
Discussing Albertsons Companies launch of Vine & Cellar
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About the Hosts
Peter Yeung
Peter Yeung (pronounced “young”) is a leading wine business consultant, named one of Wine Business Monthly’s 2020 Wine Leaders. He is the author of award-winning Luxury Wine Marketing and was VP of Strategy & Biz Dev at Kosta Browne in Sonoma and Realm Cellars in Napa. Peter passed Stage 2 Theory of the Master of Wine Exam and holds the WSET Diploma and CIA Certified Wine Professional designations. Prior to wine, Peter was an executive in Silicon Valley and a consultant with McKinsey & Company.
Robert Vernick
Robert Vernick is a wine blogger and podcaster at night, engaging his passion, while a Silicon Valley executive by day. Robert’s insight into the intersection of technology, social media, and wine provides some of the unique perspectives that XChateau delivers to its audience. His love of sharing wine has led Robert’s WineTerroir Instagram to 50,000+ followers. Robert is a Master of Wine Candidate and also holds the WSET Diploma.