Five Questions with Chris Cottrell of Bedrock Wine Co.

On this episode of Five Questions we’re joined by Chris Cottrell, co-owner of Bedrock Wine Co. and Under the Wire. From farming historic vineyards in Sonoma to crafting low-intervention wines rooted in California’s old vines, Chris shares the story behind Bedrock’s mission, the vintages that shaped his career, and the global regions that inspire their wines.

Topics Covered:
• Bedrock’s vineyards in Sonoma, Contra Costa, and Lodi—many planted in the late 1800s
• Why preserving old vines is at the core of their philosophy
• Inspirations from Champagne, the Northern Rhône, Corsica, Portugal, and more
• Memorable vintages including 2008, 2012, 2020, and the 2023 “Vaquita Vintage”
• Bedrock’s roadmap: regenerative farming, mentorship, and elevating the wider wine community

Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to Bedrock, this is a behind-the-scenes look at one of California’s most respected and thoughtful producers.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Vent Wine Podcast
00:19 Meet Chris Cuttrell
00:26 Vineyards and Varieties
01:53 About Bedrock Wine Company
04:33 Inspirations Beyond California
05:55 Memorable Vintages
09:16 Future Roadmap for Bedrock
11:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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 billy@sommeliermedia.com.

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