Blood Vines
5.0/5
Critic Rating
Blood Vines is a dark, true story from California’s wine country, where greed, lies, and murder swirled around one of the largest wine scams in U.S. history. Hosted by investigative journalist Chris Walker, this eight-part series follows the rise and ruin of the Licciardi family—a powerful wine dynasty whose grape deals fueled America’s obsession with White Zinfandel in the 1980s. Yet, behind this sweet-tasting rosé lurked a sour scandal that stained an industry’s reputation, set off violent betrayals, and left us all with a troubling question: How can you ever really trust what you’re drinking?Li...
Critic Reviews
Score: 5
Stephen O. • Podcast Delivery • May 12, 2025
"All the elements of classic true crime are here—betrayal, fallout, violence, and a few truly jaw-dropping twists. And yet, Walker’s narration remains steady and restrained, choosing introspection over sensationalism. By pairing gripping storytelling with thoughtful insight, Blood Vines offers a bold, bittersweet toast to those who appreciate their drama dry, their narratives deep, and their wine scandals full-bodied."
Score: 5
Gregg Stockdale • The Podcast Geek • May 6, 2025
"A shocking investigation I to a multi million dollar fraud. Throw a murder into the pot, and you've got a great story."
