48. California Pinot Noir with Kerith Overstreet

Kerith Overstreet is the winemaker and proprietor of Bruliam Wines in California. She sources Pinot Noir from Petaluma Gap, Santa Lucia Highlands and Russian River Valley. Prior to pursuing a wine career, Kerith completed residency and fellowships in pathology — her father said she had to graduate med school before making wine.

 

In this episode, Kerith discusses winning gold in the Houston Rodeo Wine Competition, maintaining relationships with growers in sought-after vineyards, producing elegant Zinfandel, developing meaningful relationships with wine buyers across the country, and self-medicating with Russ & Daughters smoked fish.