Episode 3: Stephanie and the Devil’s Wine (aka Pét-Nat)

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This episode continues our four-part series where we get to know each voice behind Wet Hot Wine, a wine podcast about friendship, storytelling, and figuring out what we actually like to drink. Episode 3 is all about Stephanie and her love of pét-nat—naturally sparkling wines made using the ancient ancestral method and once known as the devil’s wine.

We talk about what makes pét-nat so appealing (and a little chaotic), from low-intervention winemaking and fruity, fizzy flavors to why it’s often compared to kombucha or cider. Along the way, Stephanie shares personal stories—including a very adventurous bungee jumping date—walks us through what would be on her ideal charcuterie board, vents about zipper merging, and joins in a round of spin the bottle (not like what you’re thinking).

Pour something bubbly and hang out with us for a fun, approachable conversation that blends wine education, personal stories, and the kind of chat that only happens when friends sit down together with a bottle that likes to do its own thing.

Release Date: January 9, 2026
Hosted, Produced and Edited by: Stephanie Barnes, Chelsea Fraering, Shannon Miller and Brit Wiinikka
Music by: Jessy Ribordy
Sound Engineering by: Jeremy Miller
Photos by: Stefan Fraering

Wine From This Episode

Johan Vineyards Pinot Noir Rosé Pét-Nat

Strawberry tea, gentle funk, and lively Pinot character

Pierre & Antonin Vigne Sauvage Organic Pet Nat

Crisp, fruity, and lightly cider-like

Pierre & Antonin Amuse Bouche Pét-Nat Blanc

Funky, fizzy, green-apple
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