"It's Too Hot!" Local Wine Myths with Rob Crissell

Rob Crissell is back on Pour Temecula—and this time, he’s setting the record straight. In this episode, we explore some of the biggest myths and misconceptions surrounding Temecula Valley wine. Is it too hot for quality white wine? Are the wines overpriced? Do winery owners care more about profits than passion? Rob tackles these questions and more, drawing from his recent talk to area servers and his deep experience as a local wine author and producer. We also take a quick dive into Sagrantino, one of the most underrated grapes out there. It’s a frank and refreshing conversation about Temecula’s potential, challenges, and how the narrative around this region is finally starting to shift. We’d love to hear from you! Whether it’s your favorite winery, a memorable story, a question, or let us know what topics you’d like us to cover — leave us a voice message on Speakpipe, and you might hear yourself on a future episode! Contact us on Instagram (@pourtemecula) or send us a message ([email protected])—we're always excited to connect with fellow wine, beer, and beverage lovers!