Ep. 179: Tariffs and Toxic Waste

The, uh, fervor of last week has died down a bit, so we decided to check in with Harmon Skurnik of Skurnik Wines and Spirits to get a feel for how a second Trump administration could impact the wine world. 

Next, we learn how France’s harvest heartbreak may bring all-American hybrids back. Plus, Napa’s waste woes (sing it with us… the river, the river, the river is on fire!), and innovative aeration down under. You can find it all in Ep. 179.

Four stories for your week…

  • Trump tariffs have some terrified.
  • It’s not phylloxera this time, it’s late frosts and freak storms.
  • Workers allege toxic waste in winegrowers’ waterways.
  • The Aussies go aeronautical with aeration. 

The Once and Future President Trump has threatened hefty tariffs on European goods. How might that affect the wine industry? Reach out via Instagram or Facebook to let us know your thoughts. 

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