Episode #9 -The State of the Wine Industry, Harvest Wrap-Up & Market Insight | Featuring Eddie Urman

In this episode of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul Frankel welcomes special guest Eddie Urman, Central Coast Grape Broker with Turrentine Brokerage Company. Eddie brings over a decade of hands-on experience in vineyard management, grape markets, and regional wine trends, making this a deep, timely dive into the real state of the wine industry. Paul and Eddie break down the late 2025 harvest, shifting acidity levels, unsold grape inventory, and what big industry players are thinking going into next year. From market corrections to which varietals make the most sense to plant moving forward—this episode is loaded with valuable insights for growers, winemakers, and wine lovers alike. Between vineyard pests, new barrels, blending strategies, and a Mailbag segment focused on vine age and production, Episode #9 has it all. Grab a glass and enjoy! 🍷🕰 Episode Highlights:• 2025 Harvest UpdateFermentations slowing with cooler weatherHeating tanks to complete fermentationBarreling down Bentley Ironworks, Autopista & Dr. Kong winesBRIX trends before & after rainNew Estancia & Reserve barrelsWhy pH and TA were better this year • Eddie Urman Story TimeEddie’s path from vineyard manager to grape brokerHow vineyard management shaped his approachThe best and toughest parts of his job • The World of WineWhy so many unsold grapes this year?Are we in a market correction?What major players are planningBest varietals to plant next • Sculpterra Event CalendarBlack Friday Case SaleWinemaker DinnerAuthor’s ShowcaseMusical Christmas at Sculpterra 🎄 • TMI SegmentThe beginnings of Frankel VineyardsThe “Rendon” ClonePlanting Cabernet on its own roots • Animals in the Vineyard – MealybugsLife cycle, seasonal behavior & damageWhy they’re a serious vineyard threatSooty mold, honeydew & virus transmission • Nerd Out on WineCan you over-blend a wine?How Paul builds his blends and how long it takes • Mailbag Q&A (with Eddie)How long can a grapevine live?When do vines reach their prime production years? 🍷 Wine Tasting Lineup:2021 Sculpterra Merlot2021 Sculpterra Cabernet Franc 📍 Location: Sculpterra Winery & Sculpture Garden, Paso Robles, CA🎙 Host: Paul Frankel🎧 Guest & Co-Host: Eddie Urman📬 Questions for Paul?Email: [email protected]🌐 sculpterra.com📸 facebook.com/sculpterra