Jerry Eisterhold, Founder, and Jean-Louis Horvilleur, Winemaker of TerraVox Winery

Описание: 🍷 Missouri Wine Like You’ve NEVER Heard Before | TerraVox Winery | Kansas City Bucket List Podcast

Did you know that Missouri was once the Silicon Valley of global viticulture? In this episode of the Kansas City Bucket List Podcast, host Mindy sits down with Jerry Eisterhold, founder of TerraVox Winery, and winemaker Jean-Louis Horvilleur to uncover the fascinating story behind one of the most innovative vineyards in the Midwest.

Located just 20 minutes north of Kansas City, TerraVox Winery is redefining Missouri wine by reviving rare and historic American grape varietals — including the legendary Norton grape, which won Best of Class at the 1873 Vienna World Exposition.

🌿 In this episode, we dive into:

The history of Missouri’s pre-Prohibition wine dominance

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How TerraVox is bringing back forgotten American grape varieties

What makes Norton wine so unique and award-winning

The science and art behind small-batch, estate-grown wines

The stunning vineyard experience in Weston, Missouri

Wine tastings, igloos, wine club perks, and the new outdoor wine bar coming soon

From museum archives to rolling vineyard hills, Jerry shares how TerraVox was born from research into historic Midwest grape breeding

Jerry Eisterhold and Jean-Louis Horvilleur

— while Jean-Louis reveals his journey from Texas engineering student to Missouri winemaker after a life-changing documentary.

If you love:
✔️ Wine travel
✔️ Kansas City hidden gems
✔️ Farm-to-glass experiences
✔️ Unique American wine history
✔️ Vineyard getaways near Kansas City

…this episode is for you.

📍 Plan your visit to TerraVox Winery near Weston, MO
🍇 Explore Missouri Norton wine
🥂 Join the TerraVox wine club
🌄 Experience one of the most beautiful vineyard views in the Midwest

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00:00 – Missouri Wine & Kansas City Winery Spotlight | TerraVox Winery
02:05 – TerraVox Winery Founder Jerry Eisterhold | Missouri Vineyard Story
05:10 – Missouri Grape History & Pre-Prohibition Wine Industry
08:15 – Why Missouri Was Once the “Silicon Valley” of Global Viticulture
12:05 – What TerraVox Means | “Voice of the Land” Missouri Wine Philosophy
16:20 – From Texas to Kansas City Winemaker | Jean-Louis’ Wine Journey
22:30 – Norton Wine Explained | Missouri’s Award-Winning Signature Grape
28:40 – Rare American Grape Varieties Grown in Missouri
34:55 – Unique Wine Label Stories | Albania & America Grapes
40:10 – Visiting TerraVox Winery Near Weston, Missouri
46:30 – Kansas City Winter Wine Experience | Vineyard Igloos & Tastings
52:20 – TerraVox Wine Club | Missouri Wine Membership Perks
58:10 – Missouri Wine vs Beer & Bourbon | Why Wine Is Different
1:04:25 – New Outdoor Wine Bar at TerraVox | Kansas City Vineyard Expansion
1:08:40 – How to Visit TerraVox Winery | Weston MO Travel Guide

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