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EPISODE · Aug 8, 2025 · 8 MIN

Five Questions with William Kelley – Editor in Chief at Wine Advocate

from The Story of Wine Podcast - Discover the People & Stories Behind Every Glass · host Vint Marketplace

In this episode of Five Questions on the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with William Kelley, Editor-in-Chief of The Wine Advocate and one of the wine world’s most insightful and articulate voices. Based in Beaune, France, William oversees coverage of Bordeaux and Burgundy, and brings a globally respected palate and deep historical perspective to his writing and reviews.🎧 In this candid, fast-paced conversation, William shares:Why Bordeaux may be the most underrated region today, despite its global reputation.His recent interest in Northern Rhône Syrah, especially the expressive, precise wines from the Sorrel family in Hermitage.A critical take on the idea that “imperfection equals authenticity” in winemaking.His once-in-a-lifetime discovery of an untouched 19th-century Burgundy cellar, original corks and all.A concise conversation packed with useful takeaways and personal anecdotes from a leading voice in the world of wine.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Vent Wine Podcast00:19 Welcome to Five Questions00:44 Interview with William Kelly Begins00:52 William Kelly's Role in the Wine Industry01:29 Current Wine Favorites02:21 Underrated Wine Regions04:30 Disliked Wine Trends05:57 Memorable Wine Experiences08:39 Conclusion and Thanks👉 Subscribe to the Vint Wine Podcast for more conversations with the people shaping today’s wine world.Follow us and leave a review to support the show.The Vint Wine Podcast is hosted and produced by Billy Galanko. For more content follow Billy on Instagram @BillyGalanko_wine_nerd and for partnerships and collaborations please email [email protected]!

In this episode of Five Questions on the Vint Wine Podcast, we sit down with William Kelley, Editor-in-Chief of The Wine Advocate and one of the wine world’s most insightful and articulate voices. Based in Beaune, France, William oversees coverage of Bordeaux and Burgundy, and brings a globally respected palate and deep historical perspective to his writing and reviews. 🎧 In this candid, fast-paced conversation, William shares: Why Bordeaux may be the most underrated region today, despite its...

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