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Wine Time Fridays Podcast291 - Red Mountain Authenticity: Upchurch Vineyard with Chris UpchurchIn today's episode, we battle and navigate through the background noise challenges that come with recording in a wine bar as we talk with Chris Upchurch at Studio 107 in Riverstone. Chris talks with us about his career as a winemaker, his first 100 point score at Upchurch Vineyard and the larger than life fun that IS the wine world! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing *Please forgive the audio quality. Wines featured this episode: 2024 Upchurch Vineyard Chenin Blanc ($38 at the winery)2021 Upchurch Vineyard LTL Cabernet Sauvignon ($38 at the...
2025-11-141h 01
Live the Good LifeEpisode 26: NW Wine Industry - Interview with Greg FrichetteSend us a textIn Season 2, Episode 26 of the “Live the Good Life” Podcast, Host Aaron Diaz interviews one of Washington’s premier winemakers and they discuss his unique approach and philosophy to winemaking. Our guest is one half of a dynamic duo with his wife Shae, who also crafts wines and together they own and operate Frichette Winery on Red Mountain. We discuss everything wine, and my guest talks about growing their brand, planting new vineyards and finding new and engaging ways to attract wine lovers and create delicious wines. Join us on this episode of “Live the G...
2025-01-221h 08
Beats and Wine StoriesShae Frichette’s Trailblazing TerroirThe Bold Coin Toss
A career change based on a COIN FLIP? This winemaker's story is wild 🪙 🍷
Shae Frichette traded SoCal for Washington vineyards. Now she's making award-winning wines and breaking barriers in the industry. Discover her story of risk and reward.
Love stories of bold moves and following your dreams? This is for you!
#womeninwine #blackwinemakers #wine #womenshistorymonth
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For more Frichette Wines visit https://www.frichettewinery.com/
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2024-03-0704 minWine Time Fridays Podcast178 - Sipping with the Sparkmans: Where Family Meets Real Fine Wine & Good Livin' in Every GlassIn today’s episode, Shelley and Phil sit down (through Zoom) with Sparkman Cellars' founders, Kelly and Chris Sparkman, and taste through four Rhone Varietals. This episode brings a WHOLE lot of education as well as a peek into the Sparky's Famous Grilled Shrimp recipe! In 2010 Seattle Magazine named him Sommelier of the Year. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #EasterEgg #SparkysFamousGrilledShrimp #RuckusTheCatWines featured this episode:2022 Apparition White Rhône Blend - $28 at the winery 💥2020 Wonderland Grenache - $35 at the winery 💥2019 Ruckus Syrah - $70 at the winery 💥2020 Darkness Syrah - $70 at the winery 💥For more information Spa...
2023-09-161h 13Live the Good LifeEpisode 13: NW Wine Industry - Interview with Shae FrichetteSend us a textIn Episode 13 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz interviews Shae Frichette, of Frichette Winery. We will be talking about Red Mountain wines, and in particular, Shae's lineup of personally crafted wines. With over a decade of experience co-owning and operating a family-owned winery located smack in the middle of the Red Mountain AVA, we will get acquainted with Shae’s take on wine, her approach to wine making and the latest news from Red Mountain. In addition, we’ll be discussing upcoming tasting room events and we’ll learn lots more about the...
2023-08-3048 minWine Time Fridays Podcast175 - Washington Wine Month Part 4: Sipping with Shae - A Grape Conversation on Frichette WinesIn today’s episode, we put a bow on Washington Wine Month as we taste through four wines with Shae Frichette, co owner and winemaker of Frichette Winery, who is about making amazing memories. We have guests for many reasons, but the individual and uniques stories top that list and Shae shares one of the best stories we've heard. And we raise a glass to Shelley's Mom and Brother, Hilda and Garry, respectfully.#HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #MysteryWineFlight #RollOutTheBarrel #RedMountainHereWeCome Wines featured this episode:2022 Sashay Rosé ($35 at the winery) 💥2020 Punctual ($45 at the winery) 💥2019 Red Mounta...
2023-08-251h 18Wine Time Fridays Podcast174 - Washington Wine Month Part 3: A Tale of Terroir - Exploring Kiona's Liquid LegacyIn today’s episode, we're in week three of Washington Wine Month! This week, we're uncorking a true gem in the world of winemaking – the exquisite creations of Kiona Winery. From the sun-soaked Red Mountain vineyards to the expert hands crafting each bottle, we're diving into the rich history, innovative techniques and unforgettable flavors that have made Kiona a name synonymous with excellence. So, pour a Kiona wine, raise your glass and get ready to embark on a tantalizing journey through the world of wine!#HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #ItsTraditionNow #OhWowOhWowWines featured this episode:
2023-08-1847 min
The Arik Korman ShowShae and Greg Frichette on Washington WineFrichette Winery owners and winemakers Shae and Greg Frichette discuss what makes their wine unique, what they are looking forward to at this year's Taste Washington, and what it's like to raise a 10-year-old son in the world of wine.
2023-03-0924 min
Beats Vines and LifeLIVE from The DTC SymposiumIn this episode, MJ recorded on location at the Free the Grapes Direct to Consumer Symposium in Concord CA with his good friends from The Winemakers Pod Bart Hansen and Sam Coturri! We hope you enjoy these conversations.Hugh Scallon of Vayner Media. https://vaynermedia.comSteve Gross, VP, State Relations, Wine Institute https://wineinstitute.orgJason Hass of Tablas Creek www.tablascreek.comShana Bull is a Digital Storyteller + Marketing Educator, and Children’s Book Author https://shanabull.comShae Frichette and her hus...
2023-01-231h 51
The Wine Makers on Radio MisfitsThe Wine Makers – Free the GrapesThis week we attended the Direct to Consumer Symposium which is a benefit for the Free the Grapes Campaign. [EP263]
Our good friend M.J. Towler the Black Wine Guy was also in attendance so we decided to do some joint interviews. We hope you enjoy these conversations. https://freethegrapes.org
Hugh Scallon of Vayner Media will give us a look into TV 3.0 and he sees an opportunity for wine advertising. https://vaynermedia.com
Steve Gross, VP, State Relations, Wine Institute talks a bit about the implications of recent legislative wins and priorities for...
2023-01-201h 47
The Swirl SuiteWashington Wine Series 1: JJ Williams and Shae FrichetteJJ Williams, Kiona VineyardsJJ Williams is General Manager at Kiona Vineyards & Winery on Red Mountain. Williams is the third generation at Kiona, where his grandparents John and Ann Williams planted the first grapevines on the mountain in 1975. Williams grew up on Red Mountain and started working in the family business at age 14. He says he spent his childhood stacking and unstacking ladders, balancing shovels on my outstretched palm, and wondering why we couldnt have cable television like normal kids. Today Kiona is one of the largest growers on Red Mountain, farming more than 270 acres and working with 60...
2022-12-011h 00
The Riderflex Podcast: Inspiring & HiringRiderflex Podcast - Guest Interview #277 - Shae FrichetteWhat is your Core Purpose? - Shae Frichette, Co-Owner; Frichette Winery | Riderflex - Recruiting & Sourcing
Shae Frichette is the Co-Owner of Frichette Winery, a family owned boutique winery in the Red Mountain AVA in Washington State. Prior to starting Frichette Winery, Shae lead the Organizational Development Function for Stanley Black & Decker - HHI where she designed Leadership Development Programs for associates in four countries.
Frichette Winery is located in the Red Mountain AVA in Washington State and feature premium wines including Semillon, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Syrah. Frichette Winery produces 3.000...
2022-08-1852 min
The Confident EntrepreneurEpisode 2: A little wine, a little love & a flip of the coin w/Guest Shae FrichetteWe recorded this episode in 2020 (remember this podcast has been 2 years in the making) Alot has changed since then including our hair but one thing that stands the test of time is solid wisdom and that's exactly why I wanted to share this episode with you. Enjoy!
Shae and her husband took a leap of faith when they flipped a coin to decide their fate. That flip meant packing up their new baby, leaving their corporate jobs, moving to another state, and becoming entrepreneurs. Now their award winning winery is allowing them to create the life they d...
2022-03-0147 min
VINTed by Scout DriscollWinery Spotlight: Frichette Winery on Community, Customers, and VoiceShae Frichette is the Co-owner and Assistant Winemaker at Frichette Winery, a limited-production winery and tasting room in Washington State’s Red Mountain AVA. She is the Head Winemaker for Sashay, her label that focuses on approachable reds and off-dry rosés using Columbia Valley AVA wine grapes. Shae is also currently Chair of the Board of the Tri-Cities Regional Chamber of Commerce and has served on the Board of Directors for the Red Mountain AVA Alliance, Visit Tri-Cities, and Advisory Board for UW Foster School of Business. Shae completed Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET) Level 2 and an intro...
2021-12-2223 min
Black Girls Texting171: Peas and Rice and a Bottle of Red w/ Cha McCoyHey group chat!
This week, Chelsea is reminding ya'll that if you ain't Black, you can't say the N-word; Sade shares her take on the DaBaby debacle; and Glynn recommends a cute holiday rom com.
Then, we talk to Cha McCoy, a certified sommelier and founder of Cha Squared Hospitality & Consulting LLC, a wine experience company with a focus on events, tourism, and education. Check out all the good things she has popping at https://www.chamccoy.com/ and @cha_squared.
Cha guides us through a flight of wines produced by Black women win...
2021-11-251h 13
The Session with Londa and Davidthe wine country editionLonda and David visit the heart of Columbia Valley Wine Country at David's favorite Red Mountain Winery, Frichette! Husband and wife wine makers, Greg and Shae Frichette tell us their origin story and give us a ton of helpful customer service tips. This one is a treat!!!
2021-08-0952 min
Decanted Wine PodcastFrichette's wine power couple and Alliance of Women in Washington WineIn this episode, we chat with Greg and Shae Frichette, a husband and wife winemaking duo. Hear how the Frichettes changed their lives with a flip of a coin that landed them in the fabled Red Mountain AVA of Washington State where they planted an estate vineyard. We’ll also open some bottles of Frichette so you know what to expect from this iconic region. Plus, we discuss the new Alliance of Women in Washington Wine and make a few buying highlights from some of its members.
2021-05-1946 min
The VinoKarma ShowShae Frichette: How To Determine Your Future by Flipping a CoinThe VinoKarma Project sits down with the bold and fabulous Shae Frichette, the Co-Owner & Co-Winemaker at Frichette Winery in the Red Mountain region of Washington state. The fearless Shae stepped into her own as a winemaker first by flipping a coin with her family, and then by connecting with a community of Black female winemakers to bring her passion project to life! We talk about diversity and inclusion in the wine trade and how much power the consumer has in elevating brands with which they identify.
For more information about Frichette Winery visit https://frichettewinery.com/.
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2021-05-0538 minBlack Girls Texting142: Get to know Black Girls TextingHey guys! We realized, we have lots of new friends in the groupchat and wanted to have a little get to know us better session!!
On this episode, the BGT is sipping on a Sashay rose by Black woman winemaker Shae Frichette (https://www.instagram.com/sashaywines/?), a Marsanne from Damsel Cellars, made by woman winemaker Mari Womack (https://www.instagram.com/damselcellars/?), and a Rose from Smak Wines by WOC winemaker, Fiona Mak (https://www.instagram.com/smak_wines/?).
This episode is brought to you in partnership with Washington State Wine. https://www.washingtonwine.org/
Hope you enjoy! Don't...
2021-04-2850 min
The Color of Wine PodcastShae Frichette of Frichette WineryFor more information: https://frichettewinery.com/ Instagram: @frichettewinery
2020-07-0300 min
Financial Side of LifeEp. 20 – From the Flip of a Coin With Red Mountain Vintner, Shae Frichette, Frichette WineryEp. 20 – From the Flip of a Coin With Red Mountain Vintner, Shae Frichette, Frichette Winery Red Mountain AVA is alive with entrepreneurial and ...
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2019-02-1435 minThe Color of Wine PodcastThe Color of WineShae Frichette is Co-owner of Frichette Winery, a limited production winery and tasting room in the Red Mountain AVA in Washington State, USA. As a minority business owner in the Washington wine industry and with her background in leadership, Shae has been provided opportunities to speak at various events sharing her story and skill sets. Shae has completed Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET) Level 2, is the 2015 ATHENA Young Professional Award recipient, a recipient of the 2015 Entrepreneurial Award, 2015 Young Professional Award recipient and graduate of the Leadership Tri- Cities Class XX. Shae serves on the Board of Directors for the Red...
2017-09-2600 min