Talking Wine with Russell Bevan
Does the name Russell Bevan ring a bell? Well, it probably does to most wine-geek denizens of the internet. Russell (and alter ego Bacchus) was there at the start, when wine-based bulletin boards and discussion groups emerged from their cocoons.
A rabid wine fan from the time he could buy wine (actually, even before), Russell wanted to learn everything he could about the subject. Eventually, he found many others across the country like himself who were thoroughly into wine. Before long, Russell found himself leading groups of thirsty geeks on extended wine tours of his favorite region, California. These tours became the things of legend, and soon other geeks were doing likewise, exploring and indulging their passion in the California grape scene.
So, where did all this crazy passion for wine lead Russell? Right into winemaking. When he was offered a ton of high-quality Cabernet fruit from a very respected source in Napa Valley, Russell jumped at the chance and made his first Bevan Cellars Cabernet. And where did that lead him? The winemaking job at this same source – Showkett Vineyards. Fast forward to today, Russell leads some of the same friends on a new adventure, hand-sorting through grapes in an all-out effort to make a “yummy” wine.
Join us as we talk with Russell about the early days, the present challenges, and how he and his inspiration Victoria realize a dream of what must seem like the perfect life.
For more info on:
Bevan Cellars: www.bevancellars.com
Drystack Cellars: www.drystackwinery.com
Showket Vineyards: www.showketvineyards.com
Sponsor: Pinpoint Technologies, Mailing List: www.pinpoint-tech.com
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Nice program with Russell guys-he is a great guy and full of information.
See you soon,
ki
Just so we’re all perfectly clear here, I do not like “thin, weak, insipid wines” but rather a large variety of wines that have great character and show a sense of place.
Although, “yummy” isn’t bad either.
‘Nice job guys; you had your work cut out for you with Russell and you handled it well. BTW, just how many bottles did you guys open?
Best, Florida Jim
Do I have to answer about the number of bottles?
Jim, FWIW, I have bought many wines you have tasted and liked. So far, you have never failed me.
KI, I have heard he is full of other things…..
“Jim, FWIW, I have bought many wines you have tasted and liked. So far, you have never failed me.”
That’s because you like weak, thin, insipid wines, too.
Its a movement . . .
Best, Jim
I enjoyed the program. It sounded more like I was listening in on a party.
You were having way too much fun.
I really enjoyed this particular show. In fact I enjoyed it so much that I listened to it twice, the second time with a nice bottle of wine!
John, you are always welcome to jon us.
John, as you can see from the picture above, we take these interviews quite seriously.
– Eric
Although I haven’t finished listening to it yet, I’ve really enjoyed it. It makes dull and monotonous workouts tolerable.
Bob
” Debotchery was a big part of my intruduction to the wine world and i’ve never left” awesome! 35 minutes in and i’m still awake…it’s as though i’m hearing a coversation at the next table over, one i’d love to be apart of. jealous, envious and motivated in Spokane.
Russell’s a great guy but I still love Gary Vaynerchuk and his hard hitting style for wine reviews. I know the world of wine is better off by having both of these guys representing it!! Thanks for posting this interview!!
James
Fruit Scientist
James, Russell is not a reviewer, so i really do not see the comparison. I agree about “the world of wine is better off by having both of these guys representing it!”
Jay