Episode #49 | Juan Gonzalez & Roxie Ward | Tannins, Early Harvest & Petite Sirah

On this episode of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul Frankel welcomes Juan Gonzalez and Roxie Ward from Agrovin USA for a conversation covering winemaking, harvest and the fascinating world of tannins.Juan and Roxie share how they got started in the wine industry, their experiences as winemakers and what they love most about working in wine. They also explain the different roles tannins play in winemaking — from fermentation and protecting the wine to aging and finishing.With harvest arriving early across California, the group also discusses why winemakers are picking earlier, lower Brix levels, changing consumer preferences and how weather is affecting the 2026 harvest.🍷 Wines Tasted:2021 Sculpterra Petite Sirah100% Petite Sirah • 15.4% Alcohol2020 Sculpterra Petite Sirah100% Petite Sirah • 15.3% AlcoholPaul and the guests compare the two vintages and talk about how tannins, aging and oak influence the finished wine.Plus, Paul answers questions from the mailbag, including whether he would ever make wine in Greece, what Sculpterra wine pairs with Costco lasagna, and how early is too early to call someone!👍 LIKE this episode💬 COMMENT with your wine or harvest questions🔔 SUBSCRIBE for a new episode of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra every week.Produced by EZF Mediaezfmedia.com