Weekly Wine Report: Place de Bordeaux September Releases & Famous Ancient Roman Wines

In this episode of the Weekly Wine Report on the Vint Wine Podcast, host Billy Galanko blends current events with wine history to give listeners both context and discovery. From Bordeaux’s modern distribution system to the wines of Ancient Rome, you’ll come away with new insights into how wine connects the present with the past. Highlights:A quick update on the Napa Valley Picket Fire and its impact on the 2025 harvest.An explainer on La Place de Bordeaux, how it works and why top estates outside Bordeaux, from Napa to Chile to Tuscany, release through it.Highlights from the September Beyond Bordeaux releases, including Opus One, Seña, Clos Apalta, Solaia, Penfolds Grange, Vin de Constance, and more.A look back at ancient Roman wines, from Falernum and Pucinum to the enduring legacy of Malvasia. Whether you’re a collector, sommelier, or simply curious about wine’s global reach and deep history, this episode offers timely updates and timeless stories from across the wine world. 🎧 Follow the Vint Wine Podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and if you enjoy the show, please leave us a rating and review, it helps other wine lovers discover these conversations. The Drinks Business Beyond Bordeaux Preview: https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/08/how-is-la-places-hors-bordeaux-autumn-collection-shaping-up/ 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@thewinepod.com. Cheers!