Winemakers love talking about dirt, especially Michael Larner of Larner Vineyards and Winery, who can break down the minerals and soil types in his vineyard by strata and epoch. While it could be easy to feel intimidated discussing viticulture and geology with someone whose friends like to call \u201cThe Professor,\u201d sitting and sipping with Michael Larner is rather entertaining and engaging, so much so that you can feel his warm demeanor. In Episode 5 of \u201cTwo Glasses In,\u201d dive into Michael\u2019s journey, the challenges of his family business and where he\u2019s at now, which amounts to an enthralling, true American success story in Santa Barbara wine country.\nFollow along and drink what we\u2019re drinking. Episode 5 of \u201cTwo Glasses In\u201d features Larner\u2019s 2016 Estate Syrah and 2017 Elemental Estate GSM Blend.\n"Two Glasses In" is available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.\n\nFor more information on Michael Larner, view episode notes at: https://santabarbaraca.com/twoglassesin/michael-larner/ (https://santabarbaraca.com/twoglassesin/michael-larner/)