Somm Secrets: Steven McDonald MS talks world-class lists, Piedmont, and Madeira

On today's show, we have on Steven McDonald Master Sommelier and Executive Wine Director of Pappa's Bros. Steakhouse in Houston and Dallas.  We dig into so many topics from learning wine from a music backround, crafting a wine list and cellar that is ever-evolving, and to a couple of Steven's favorite wine regions, Piedmont and Madeira. Some useful links from the conversation: Pappa's Bros. Steakhouse website Steven's video on Nebbiolo Ian D'Agata's book on Barolo terroirs   Another Bottle Down is proud to be media sponsor for the upcoming Big Reds and Bubbles event on March 1 from 7:15-9:45 pm at the Skybox in Austin, TX.  Listeners get $20 off with code:  ABDPOD.  Visit winefoodfoundation.com for tickets.