We’re talking about a market shift to California wines! Randy Wilson from Urban Cellars is joined by returning guest Michael Podbere with AIS Wine Imports. Michael has just returned from a search for new California wines that will soon be on the shelves at Urban Cellars.

Key Moments:

03:32 - Michael’s update from his trip to California

05:28 - Urban Cellars “Greatest Discoveries” approach

06:08 - Paso Robles exclusive wines 

06:57 - Meeting and negotiating with the California wine players

07:40 - Where is the Paso Robles winery in California?

11:07 - Michael’s buying trip story about GSM wine

13:58 - White wine find - Taratas grape

16:40 - Creating the relationship with wineries and agents

17:00 - Other “gem” wines that Michael has found for Urban Cellars

19:00 - Urban Cellars wine tastings

24:40 - How does one start a cellar?

27:17 - Urban Cellars' local restaurant partners now have our exclusive wines