198: Cole Ballentine - William Cole Vineyards

Explore the rich history and innovative future of Napa Valley winemaking in this episode with Cole Ballentine from William Cole Vineyards. As a fifth-generation winemaker, Cole discusses his family's path of changing a ghost winery into a thriving vineyard, emphasizing the blend of tradition and modernity in their craft. Learn about the strategic evolution of their brand, the importance of storytelling in wine marketing, and the art of creating timeless wines through distinctive blending techniques. Gain knowledge about the challenges and triumphs of recent vintages, and learn about the collaborative efforts that drive their continued success in the ever-changing wine industry. Winemaking Class Offers and Show Notes for all episodes at Resources from this Episode William Cole Vineyards: This episode is sponsored by Harvest Pillar concrete trellis posts. Want to learn more about Harvest Pillar concrete trellis posts and how they can help you save money in the long run? Learn more: Follow and Review: We'd love for you to

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198: Cole Ballentine - William Cole Vineyards is an episode from The Inside Winemaking Podcast with Jim Duane by Jim Duane.

This episode is 01:02:51 long.

This episode was published on Jun 10, 2025.

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