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Ep. 20 | Blending the perfect Paso Robles Cabernet with J. Lohr Winemaker Brenden Wood
Episode 20
Wednesday, 1 October, 2025

Join Brenden Wood, Red Winemaker at J. Lohr, as he takes us through an in-depth masterclass on blending wines. Alongside Assistant Tasting Room Manager Suzanne O'Toole and Marketing Manager Josh Baldovino, Brenden demonstrates the intricacies of blending Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot to achieve ideal wine profiles for both Old World and Paso Robles styles. Learn about the science and artistry behind wine blending, the significance of minute percentage changes, and the team dynamics involved in creating J. Lohr's flagship Cabernets. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or a casual drinker, this episode offers fascinating insights into the meticulous process of crafting premium wines. Cheers!Timestamp:00:00 Introduction to Cabernet Blending00:20 The Science Behind Winemaking00:45 Meet the Experts01:29 Blending Process Explained01:56 Tasting and Analyzing Varietals03:04 Characteristics of Different Wines06:07 Blending Techniques and Goals14:10 Old World vs New World Blends14:49 Practical Blending Session29:45 Blending Wine: The 60-40 Experiment30:09 Challenges of Wine Sampling30:45 Smell and Taste: The 60-40 Blend31:49 Finding the Perfect Blend33:05 The Pressure of Winemaking34:19 Team Collaboration in Blending39:43 The Science and Art of Winemaking42:38 Exploring Different Blends57:05 Final Thoughts and Future EpisodesLearn more:https://www.jlohr.com/vinetotableTaste along:J. Lohr Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignonhttps://www.jlohr.com/wines/2022-hilltop-cabernet-sauvignonFollow us on Social MediaFacebook: facebook.com/jlohrwinesInstagram: instagram.com/jlohrwinesTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/ ⁨@JLohrWines⁩