Ep. 48: Breaking down Biodynamic, Organic, and Sustainable Wines with Jane Khoury

Jane Khoury obtained her Bachelors of Science in Viticulture and Enology from the renowned University of California, Davis. She continued on to earn her Masters of Business Administration in Wine Business from Sonoma State University. Jane not stopping there, went on to critique her craft and acquire experience by working under masterful California winemakers. Her aspirations led her overseas to learn beside legendary French winemakers in the French wine regions of Champagne, Burgundy, and Bordeaux. Jane continues to push the winemaking boundaries and regenerative agriculture while also being an Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse.

Let’s dive into her wine story!

[00:01 – 12:12] Opening Segment

• Born and raised in the vineyard in Minnesota County
• Jane tells her story of leaving UC Davies for wine
• What Brings Minnesota County Apart: Every type of grape grows here!
• Jane Khoury, Registered Nurse and Winemaker

[12:13 – 30:31] Breaking down Biodynamic, Organic, and Sustainable Wines

• It takes a lot of balance and coordination as a winemaker and registered nurse at the same time
• Jane’s father started Elkfield Wines in the 1990s by creating sacrificial wine
• Continuing the sustainable practice of Elkfield and adding biodynamic and organic ways
• Biodynamic is its own ecosystem
• Making Wine that is Healthy for You
• Elkfield Wine’s 2022 Plans

[30:32 – 34:58] Closing Segment

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• Favorite Wine
  • Solstice
• Favorite go-to pairing
  • Duck and Pinot
• Wine Resource
  • Travelling to other countries

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Twitter and Instagram:@elkfieldwines

Website: www.elkfieldwines.com

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Tweetable Quotes:

“When you’re doing you’re passionate about it doesn’t really seem like another job.” – Jane Khoury

“Not all wine is healthy for you.” – Jane Khoury