Life Between the Vines: Recent Episodes
Ray Fister
For this podcast we ask our guests “If you could, what would you change in the wine business”? Here are their responses: Julien Fayard-Fayard Wines, Coombsville AVA, Napa Valley Florencia Palmaz-Palmaz Vineyards, Coombsville AVA, Napa Valley Rob Sinton-Starfield Vineyards, El Dorado County Fritz Hatton-Arietta Wine, Napa Valley Lisa Redmon-Redmon Wines, Coombsville AVA, Napa Valley Jesse [...]
For this podcast we ask our guests “If you could, what would you change in the wine business…”? Here are their responses: Julien Fayard-Fayard Wines, Coombsville AVA, Napa Valley Florencia Palmaz-Palmaz Vineyards, Coombsville AVA, Napa Valley Rob Sinton-Starfield Vineyards, El Dorado County Fritz Hatton-Arietta Wine, Napa Valley Lisa Redmon-Redmon Wines, Coombsville AVA, Napa Valley Jesse [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature John Blair, President & Partner, Dunham Cellars, Walla Walla, Washington, defining the term “Shiner”. Learn more by visiting dunhamcellars.com
What is the key to making great wine in New Zealand? Terroir. Terroir. Terroir. And Blind River. And Marlborough. Not to mention passion, heart and focus. I met up with Barker’s Marque Winery Co-Proprietor Gillett Johnson at his home in Illinois to learn more about these New Zealand wines. Gillett along with his partner and [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Gillett Johnson, Co-Proprietor, Barker’s Marque Winery-Waverly Vineyard, Marlborough, New Zealand, defining the term “New World Battonage”. Learn more by visiting barkersmarquewines.com Sponsored by: www.barkersmarquewines.com
What is the key to making great wine in New Zealand? Terroir. Terroir. Terroir. And Blind River. And Marlborough. Not to mention passion, heart and focus. I met up with Barker’s Marque Winery Co-Proprietor Gillett Johnson at his home in Illinois to learn more about these New Zealand wines. Gillett along with his partner and [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Jesus Martinez Bujanda, Proprietor, Valdemar Estates, Walla Walla, Washington, defining the term “Troncoconic”. Learn more by visitint valdemarestates.com
Short Pour Video No. 27 – Scott & Annie Shull, Raptor Ridge Winery, Willamette Valley, Oregon
Everyone knows wine is made in the vineyard and the health of a vineyard is everything for wine. I recently spoke with Allison Jordan, Director of the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance just after their Leadership Awards were published. We offer our congratulations to the winners but more importantly we salute their dedication to our planet. [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Allison Jordan, Director, California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance, defining the term ““Sustainable Winegrowing”. Learn more by visiting sustainablewinegrowing.org
Today, we are diving deep into one of the most technologically advanced viticultural zones in Europe: Amyndeon, Greece. We are talking about a region where high altitude, sandy soils, and extreme precision meet to create world-class PDO Amyndeon and PGI Florina wines. To help us decode the science of the vine and the evolution of [...]
Short Pour Video No. 26 features Chris Kajani, Winemaker & GM, Bouchaine Vineyards, Carneros, Napa Valley.
Ridgely Evers has a walked an extraordinary road that eventually led him to wine. From writing code at age 16 to the olive oil industry to big tech, the earth eventually called him to find a better way to produce wine. I met up with Ridge in Healdsburg to visit his garden and learn what [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Ridgely Evers, Founder, AVIVO Wines, Lodi, defining the term “Neutral Oak”. Learn more by visiting avivowines.com
Ridgely Evers has a walked an extraordinary road that eventually led him to wine. From writing code at age 16 to the olive oil industry to big tech, the earth eventually called him to find a better way to produce wine. I met up with Ridge in Healdsburg to visit his garden and learn what [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Tom Farella, Proprietor, Farella Vineyard, Coombsville AVA, Napa Valley, defining the term “Shrinkle”. Learn more by visiting farella.com
How cool would it be to have a speakeasy in the basement of your home? Why not? Dustin Valette is co-owner of Valette and The Matheson restaurants in Healdsburg, which is where he lives and keeps his wine and bourbon collection. He also has his own wine label, appropriately named Valette. Dustin attention to detail [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Dustin Valette, Proprietor, Valette Wines, Healdsburg, Sonoma County, defining the term “Transformative”. Learn more by visiting valettewines.com
How cool would it be to have a speakeasy in the basement of your home? Why not? Dustin Valette is co-owner of Valette and The Matheson restaurants in Healdsburg, which is where he lives and keeps his wine and bourbon collection. He also has his own wine label, appropriately named Valette. Dustin attention to detail [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Blair Guthrie, Proprietor & Winemaker, Guthrie Family Wines, Sonoma County, defining the term “Mouse”. Learn more by visiting guthriefamilywines.com
I’ve been able to visit so many unique tasting spaces in Walla Walla picking a single best one would be impossible. But Dunham Cellars was just “plane” fun…with maybe a bit of emphasis on the word plane. Dunham is located in an old WWII airplane hanger (on East Boeing Avenue no less) and that’s where [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Joanne Dunham, Founder & Managing Partner, Dunham Cellars, Walla Walla, Washington, quoting her favorite wine phrase. Learn more by visiting dunhamcellars.com
I’ve been able to visit so many unique tasting spaces in Walla Walla picking a single best one would be impossible. But Dunham Cellars was just “plane” fun…with maybe a bit of emphasis on the word plane. Dunham is located in an old WWII airplane hanger (on East Boeing Avenue no less) and that’s where [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Mark McWilliams, Proprietor, Arista Winery, Healdsburg, defining the phrase “Fluffing the Lees”. Learn more by visiting aristawinery.com
Crafting wine in Washington state is a serious business but not without a great deal of humor. These winemakers are passionate, but know how to share laughs with visitors. I met up with Proprietor Mike Martin a few weeks ago to learn about the wine, the winery name and how he found his way to [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Mike Martin, Proprietor, The Wall Vineyards, Walla Walla, Washington, defining the term “Duality”. Learn more by visiting thewallsvineyards.com
Crafting wine in Washington state is a serious business but not without a great deal of humor. These winemakers are passionate, but know how to share laughs with visitors. I met up with Proprietor Mike Martin a few weeks ago to learn about the wine, the winery name and how he found his way to [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Robert Young, Hospitality Manager, Robert Young Estate Winery, Alexander Valley, defining the term “Hot”. Learn more by visiting ryew.com
Valdemar Estates is the first internationally owned winery in Washington and based in Walla Walla . With this interview, old world meets new world as Proprietor Jesus Martinez Bujanda Mora and Head Winemaker Devyani Gupta welcome me to their modern tasting room, which is located not far from the Oregon border. Jesus from Spain and [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Jesus Martinez Bujanda, Proprietor, Valdemar Estates, Walla Walla, Washington, defining the term “Troncoconic”. Learn more by visitint valdemarestates.com
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Devyani Isabel Gupta, Winemaker, Valdemar Estates, Walla Walla, Washington, defining the term “Tudbidity”. Learn more by visiting valdemarestates.com
Watch Devyani Isabel Gupta along with Jesus Martinez Bujanda tell The Polar Bear Story. Learn more by valdemarestates.com
Valdemar Estates is the first internationally owned winery in Washington and based in Walla Walla . With this interview, old world meets new world as Proprietor Jesus Martinez Bujanda Mora and Head Winemaker Devyani Gupta welcome me to their modern tasting room, which is located not far from the Oregon border. Jesus from Spain and [...]
“Wine for the greater good” is the point behind Tinte Cellars in Washington state. Sneaking in under the wire just ahead of harvest I was able to chat with Winemaker Noah Fox Reed and General Manager, Cameron James by phone. After visiting Washington state in September I was able to experience the diversity of the [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Cameron James, General Manager, Tinte Cellars, Woodinville, Washington defining the term “Delish”. Learn more by visiting tintecellars.com
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Noah Fox Reed, Winemaker, Tinte Cellars, Woodinville, Washington, defining the term “Delightful”. Learn more by visiting tintecellars.com
Tim Gamble along with his wife Teresa Spellman Gamble are on a mission committing to strengthen the communities that create Washington wine. I was Tim and Teresa’s guest at the Auction of Washington Wines GALA in Seattle a few weeks ago and here I finally get the chance to chat with Tim about theTinte mission [...]
This week our Vino Lingo segment we feature Andrew Browne, Proprietor, Browne Family Vineyards, Washington, defining the term “KISSING”. Learn more by visiting brownefamilyvineyards.com
Gramercy Cellars focuses on Bordeaux and Rhone style wines, which is not surprising since just about anything can be grown in eastern Washington. Brandon Moss is Winemaker and Partner at Gramercy along with Master Sommelier and Founder Greg Harrington. This was the first stop on my tour of Walla Walla and Brandon was kind enough [...]
Washington’s Columbia Valley is known for spectacular vineyard sites focusing on exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon. Quilceda Creek is a renowed Cab producer earning 100 point scores from major publications. I met up with winemaker Mark Kaigas at the tasting room where truly Cab is King. A brief shout out to our old friend Scott Lloyd who [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Mark Kaigas, Winemaker, Quilceda Creek, Snohomish, Washington, defining the phrase “Good Not Great”. Learn more by visiting quilcedacreek.com
Washington’s Columbia Valley is known for spectacular vineyard sites focusing on exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon. Quilceda Creek is a renowed Cab producer earning 100 point scores from major publications. I met up with winemaker Mark Kaigas at the tasting room where truly Cab is King. A brief shout out to our old friend Scott Lloyd who [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Matt Michael, Winemaker, Robert Young Estate Winery, Alexender Valley, defining the term “Poopie”. Learn more by visiting ryew.com
It was Argentina that provided a true passion for Ashley Trout, Owner & Winemaker at Brook and Bull Winery in Walla Walla, Washington. In 2016 Ashley Founded Vital Wines, making limited production wines to help create equity in healthcare for vineyard workers and their families. I originally spoke with Ashley by phone back in July [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Ashley Trout, Founder, Vital Wines, Walla Walla, Washington, defining the phrase “Stuff and Fluff”. Learn more by visiting vitalwines.org or brookandbull.com
It was Argentina that provided a true passion for Ashley Trout, Owner & Winemaker at Brook and Bull Winery in Walla Walla, Washington. In 2016 Ashley Founded Vital Wines, making limited production wines to help create equity in healthcare for vineyard workers and their families. I originally spoke with Ashley by phone back in July [...]
Featuring the following winemakers: Chris Benziger/Benziger Family Vineyards, Glen Ellen Andrew Browne/Browne Family Vineyards, Washington Allison Engman/Ambassador Wines of Washington James Foster/Concannon Vineyard, Livermore Valley Rémi Vervier/Champagne Palmer, France Erin Rasmussen/American Wine Project, Wisconsin Scott Kirkpatrick/Dancing Crow, Hopland Noah Taylor/Retzlaff Vineyards, Livermore Valley Mike Sullivan/Benovia Winery, Sonoma County Jason Gorski/DeLille Cellars, Woodinville Alison Rodriguez/Silverado Vineyards, [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Rémi Vervier, Managing Director & Oenologist, Champagne Palmer, France, defining the phrase “The Power of Time”. Learn more by visiting champagne-palmer.fr/en
Its not uncommon for winemakers to have a background in the medical or chemical world. But our guest today is not a winemaker. Greg Lambrecht is the inventor of what is likely the most revolutionary wine related device in modern history. The Coravin is a remarkable wine tasting tool which gives wine lovers the opportunity [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Greg Lambrecht, Founder and Chairman, Coravin, defining the term “Sparge”. Learn more by visiting coravin.com.
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Greg Pestoni, General Manager, Pestoni Family Estate Winery, Napa Valley, defining the term “Double Plus”. Learn more by visiting pestonifamily.com
Most people don’t realize that Washington is the second largest wine producing state in the US featuring over 20 AVAs. But beyond that, Washington wines are diverse and exceptional. Chateau Ste Michelle is based in Woodinville, just outside of Seattle. Joel Wright is the red winemaker at Chateau Ste Michelle and I was able to [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Joel Wright, Red Winemaker, Chateau Ste Michelle, Woodinville, Washington, defining the term “Scratchy”. Learn more by visiting ste-michelle.com
Most people don’t realize that Washington is the second largest wine producing state in the US featuring over 20 AVAs. But beyond that, Washington wines are diverse and exceptional. Chateau Ste Michelle is based in Woodinville, just outside of Seattle. Joel Wright is the red winemaker at Chateau Ste Michelle and I was able to [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature our old friend Jean-Charles Boisset of The Boisset Collection, Napa Valley, defining the term “Rhythmic”. Learn more by visiting boissetcollection.com
Those who love Washington wine know one of the many fine areas for wine tastings is Woodinville. And in Woodinville you’ll find the stunning DeLille Cellars, which is located in the Old Redhook Brewery building just around the corner from the extraordinary Spa at Willows Lodge. At DeLille, I met with Jason Gorski, Vice President [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Jason Gorski, Vice President of Winemaking, DeLille Cellars, Washington, defining the phrase “Every Day is Tuesday”. Learn more by visiting delillecellars.com
Those who love Washington wine know one of the many fine areas for wine tastings is Woodinville. And in Woodinville you’ll find the stunning DeLille Cellars, which is located in the Old Redhook Brewery building just around the corner from the extraordinary Spa at Willows Lodge. At DeLille, I met with Jason Gorski, Vice President [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Clay Mauritson, Proprietor, Mauritson Winery, Dry Creek, defining the term “Bulldogging”. Learn more by visiting mauritsonwines.com
Producing 100% estate grown Washington red wines from the heart of Red Mountain, Ambassador had an interesting entry into the wine business with a major connection to our old friend, Winemaker Tom Rinaldi. Allison Engman is co-owner and spends time in the warehouse district of Woodinville where many Washington tasting rooms are located. If you [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Allison Engman, Co-Owner, Ambassador Wines of Washington, defining the term “Plenipotentiary”. Learn more by visiting ambassadorwinery.com
Producing 100% estate grown Washington red wines from the heart of Red Mountain, Ambassador had an interesting entry into the wine business with a major connection to our old friend, Winemaker Tom Rinaldi. Allison Engman is co-owner and spends time in the warehouse district of Woodinville where many Washington tasting rooms are located. If you [...]
Welcome to Podcast 637. This week we feature the Sonoma County Wine Celebration 2024, “Gathering to give back”. The Auction took place September 21st and was a great success. Auction lots were the things wine dreams are made of. Actor Harry Hamlin made an appearance to help with the bidding on his lot “The King [...]
Welcome to Podcast 637. This week we feature the Sonoma County Wine Celebration 2024, “Gathering to give back”. The Auction took place September 21st and was a great success. Auction lots were the things wine dreams are made of. Actor Harry Hamlin made an appearance to help with the bidding on his lot “The King [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Jessica Carroll, Owner & Winemaker, JMC Cellars, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Co-fermentation”. Learn more by visiting www.jmccellars.wine
For the final stop of our 2024 Livermore Valley tour we visited Meredith Sarboraria, Consulting Winemaker at Rodrigue Molyneaux Winery. Meredith’s work as a consultant can vary greatly, but she took time to represent what’s more easily known as RM Winery. Livermore Valley is a must visit for wine lovers of all levels. Friendly, accessible [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Meredith Sarboraria, Consulting Winemaker, Rodrigue Molyneaux Winery, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Texture-Forward”. Learn more by visiting www.rmwinery.com
For the final stop of our 2024 Livermore Valley tour we visited Meredith Sarboraria, Consulting Winemaker at Rodrigue Molyneaux Winery. Meredith’s work as a consultant can vary greatly, but she took time to represent what’s more easily known as RM Winery. Livermore Valley is a must visit for wine lovers of all levels. Friendly, accessible [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Larry Dino, Owner & Winemaker, Cuda Ridge Wines, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Classic”. Learn more by visiting www.cudaridgewines.com
From commercial pilot to winemaker. Not a very typical career change. Ronda Wood, Owner & Winemaker at Wood Family Vineyards has lived a full life and there is lots more ahead of her. She still flys, but winemaking is the soul of her family. As we near the end of our 2024 tour of Livermore [...]
This weed on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Rhonda Wood, Owner & Winemaker, Wood Family Vineyards, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Balanced Tannins”. Learn more by visiting www.woodfamilyvineyards.com
From commercial pilot to winemaker. Not a very typical career change. Ronda Wood, Owner & Winemaker at Wood Family Vineyards has lived a full life and there is lots more ahead of her. She still flys, but winemaking is the soul of her family. As we near the end of our 2024 tour of Livermore [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Tim Sauer & John Chiprich, Owners & Winemakers, Arroyo Cellars, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Holes”. Learn more by visiting www.arroyocellars.com
People often ask why I produce this podcast and after 16 years I tell them its all about the people. Noah Taylor is a great example. Noah was great fun to talk to with and he had some excellent stories as well as amazing history. Frank and down to earth you can see how his [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Noah Taylor of Retzlaff Vineyards, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Drinkability”. Learn more by visiting www.retzlaffvineyards.com
People often ask why I produce this podcast and after 16 years I tell them its all about the people. Noah Taylor is a great example. Noah was great fun to talk to with and he had some excellent stories as well as amazing history. Frank and down to earth you can see how his [...]
Washington State Wine has become a major player in US wine production. Kristina Kelley is the Executive Director of the Washington State Wine Commission and I had a chance to talk with her to get a good fix on this state’s past, present and future. Wines from Washington are very different than its neighbors and [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Kristina Kelley, Executive Director Washington State Wine Commission, defining the term “Rain Shadow”. Learn more by visiting www.washingtonwine.org
As Winemaker and Owner of one of the newer wineries in Livermore Valley, Jennifer Sahara is taking her time to learn the craft and art of winemaking. As a woman of engineering and science she has great respect for the process, as well as the education that goes with it. I met up with Jennifer [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Jennifer Sahara, Owner & Winemaker, Sakura Winery, Livermore Valley, defining the phrase “Savoring the Moment”. Learn more by visiting www.sakurawinery.com
As Winemaker and Owner of one of the newer wineries in Livermore Valley, Jennifer Sahara is taking her time to learn the craft and art of winemaking. As a woman of engineering and science she has great respect for the process, as well as the education that goes with it. I met up with Jennifer [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment, we feature Alexandra Henkelman, Co-Owner & Co-Winemaker, Omega Road Winery, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Stewardship”. Learn more by visiting www.omegaroadwinery.com
The joy of seeking out wineries in Livermore Valley is that you can go from the hugest facility to the smallest and most intimate spaces and all make you feel at home. Charles R Vineyards tasting room has a remote feeling while within 15 minutes of anywhere in the Valley. Lisa Lee is Winemaker with [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Lisa Lee, Winemaker at Charles R Vineyards, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Approachable”. Learn more by visiting www.charlesrwinery.com
The joy of seeking out wineries in Livermore Valley is that you can go from the hugest facility to the smallest and most intimate spaces and all make you feel at home. Charles R Vineyards tasting room has a remote feeling while within 15 minutes of anywhere in the Valley. Lisa Lee is Winemaker with [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Guillaume Large, Winemaker, Résonance, Willamette Valley, defining the phrase “Francs de Pieds”. Learn more by visiting www.resonancewines.com
It takes experience and skill to open a new winery these days and Jessica Carroll is armed with both at JMC Cellars. Jessica opened only last year but her time in the business backs up her ability to make quality small lot wine. We had a great chat sitting outside the tasting room with rolling [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Jessica Carroll, Owner & Winemaker, JMC Cellars, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Co-fermentation”. Learn more by visiting www.jmccellars.wine
It takes experience and skill to open a new winery these days and Jessica Carroll is armed with both at JMC Cellars. Jessica opened only last year but her time in the business backs up her ability to make quality small lot wine. We had a great chat sitting outside the tasting room with rolling [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment Rosa Fierro, Owner & Winemaker, Rosa Fierro Cellars, defines the term “Big Daddy”. Learn more by visiting www.rosafierrocellars.com
Many a professional winemaker started in their basement or garage and Larry Dino, Owner and Winemaker at Cuda Ridge Wines is a member of that club. Going pro is a big step but without that home-winemaking knowledge and experience, the road can be long. Larry focuses on Bordeaux varietals along with a love for classic [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Larry Dino, Owner & Winemaker, Cuda Ridge Wines, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Classic”. Learn more by visiting www.cudaridgewines.com
Many a professional winemaker started in their basement or garage and Larry Dino, Owner and Winemaker at Cuda Ridge Wines is a member of that club. Going pro is a big step but without that home-winemaking knowledge and experience, the road can be long. Larry focuses on Bordeaux varietals along with a love for classic [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Steven Mirassou, Winemaker & Proprietor, The Steven Kent Winery, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Structure”. Learn more by visiting www.stevenkent.com
Comradery and comedy seem to be one of the secrets behind the wines at Arroyo Cellars in Livermore Valley. Tim Sauer and John Chiprich are Winemakers and Co-owners at Arroyo they seem to have the ability to finish each others sentences with a chuckle. I met with them at the tasting room a few weeks [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Tim Sauer & John Chiprich, Owners & Winemakers, Arroyo Cellars, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Holes”. Learn more by visiting www.arroyocellars.com
Comradery and comedy seem to be one of the secrets behind the wines at Arroyo Cellars in Livermore Valley. Tim Sauer and John Chiprich are Winemakers and Co-owners at Arroyo they seem to have the ability to finish each others sentences with a chuckle. I met with them at the tasting room a few weeks [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Nikolai St. George, Senior Winemaker, Cloudy Bay, New Zealand, defining the term “Thiols”. Learn more by visiting www.cloudybay.com
The wines of Cloudy Bay have long been a pioneer in deep green practices and regenerative agriculture. This New Zealand Winery dates back to 1985 and has made its mark with sustainability along with top quality wines. Nikolai St. George is the Senior Winemaker and I talked with him by phone a couple weeks ago. [...]
Making wine in Livermore Valley is special because the winemakers here are very close and often family. They offer help each other in time of need. Alexandra Henkelman is Owner and Winemaker at Omega Road Winery and her father is a major part of the team. I met up with Alexandra at the relaxed and [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment, we feature Alexandra Henkelman, Co-Owner & Co-Winemaker, Omega Road Winery, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Stewardship”. Learn more by visiting www.omegaroadwinery.com
Making wine in Livermore Valley is special because the winemakers here are very close and often family. They offer help each other in time of need. Alexandra Henkelman is Owner and Winemaker at Omega Road Winery and her father is a major part of the team. I met up with Alexandra at the relaxed and [...]
This is Part Two video of our visit to Résonance Wines in Willamette Valley. We spoke with Winemaker Guillaume Large and toured the vineyards and tasting rooms of Résonance. Learn more by visiting www.resonancewines.com
Most of our listeners know that to be a winery owner as well as winemaker is no simple task. The business demands much of your time, but this is where Rosa Fierro shines. Wine, simply put, is her passion and love. Rosa not only produces around 1000 cases annually but she also spends a great [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment Rosa Fierro, Owner & Winemaker, Rosa Fierro Cellars, defines the term “Big Daddy”. Learn more by visiting chttp://www.rosafierrocellars.com
Most of our listeners know that to be a winery owner as well as winemaker is no simple task. The business demands much of your time, but this is where Rosa Fierro shines. Wine, simply put, is her passion and love. Rosa not only produces around 1000 cases annually but she also spends a great [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Robbie Meyer, Winemaker, Murrieta’s Well, Livermore Valley, defining the phrase “Stain the Palate”. Learn more by visiting www.murrietaswell.com
Without a doubt, the Willamette Valley is one of the top Pinot Noir and Chardonnay growing areas in the US and likely, the world. Guillaume Large is the winemaker at Résonance he invited Life Between the Vines along with other wine journalists to visit the property in Oregon for a few days to learn about [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Guillaume Large, Winemaker, Résonance, Willamette Valley, defining the phrase “Francs de Pieds”. Learn more by visiting www.resonancewines.com
Without a doubt, the Willamette Valley is one of the top Pinot Noir and Chardonnay growing areas in the US and likely, the world. Guillaume Large is the winemaker at Résonance he invited Life Between the Vines along with other wine journalists to visit the property in Oregon for a few days to learn about [...]
Bodvár Hafström has a passionate love for Rosé. Bodvár is in fact Founder of Bodvár House of Rosés plus he also founded National Rosé Day 2014. Based in Stockholm, Bodvár makes premium Rosé from Provence, the area best known for fine Rosé. We spoke by phone just a few weeks ago and learned just how [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Bodvár Hafström, Founder, Bodvár House of Rosés, defining the term “Pearly Rosé”. Learn more by visiting www.bodvarrose.com
Steven Mirassou knows the name of the game in Livermore Valley is Cabernet Franc. He also knows that this area makes many other world class wines, which often surprises people. The fact is, Livermore Valley is an extraordinary wine growing region and wine lovers need to discover just how great their wines are. I met [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Steven Mirassou, Winemaker & Proprietor, The Steven Kent Winery, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Structure”. Learn more by visiting www.stevenkent.com
Steven Mirassou knows the name of the game in Livermore Valley is Cabernet Franc. He also knows that this area makes many other world class wines, which often surprises people. The fact is, Livermore Valley is an extraordinary wine growing region and wine lovers need to discover just how great their wines are. I met [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Marimar Torres, Vintner, Marimar Estate Vineyards, Sonoma County, defining the term “Pierce’s Disease”. Learn more by visiting www.marimarestate.com
Livermore Valley is just less than on hour east of San Francisco and stands as one of California’s finest winegrowing areas. Livermore Valley found international recognition in 1889 when it won America’s first international gold medal for wine at the Paris Exposition. It is my pleasure to one again visit this beautiful valley to chat [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Robbie Meyer, Winemaker, Murrieta’s Well, Livermore Valley, defining the phrase “Stain the Palate”. Learn more by visiting www.murrietaswell.com
Livermore Valley is just less than on hour east of San Francisco and stands as one of California’s finest winegrowing areas. Livermore Valley found international recognition in 1889 when it won America’s first international gold medal for wine at the Paris Exposition. It is my pleasure to one again visit this beautiful valley to chat [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Mia Mascarin, Vintner, Mascarin Family Wines, Sonoma County, defining the term “Vigneron”. Learn more by visiting www.32windswines.com
Wine isn’t scary. Wine is fun and it’s healthy (heck Robert Mondavi lived to 94). So for this podcast I asked 24 winemakers and vintners during the week of the Sonoma County Barrel Auction “Why is wine so misunderstood”. Here is what they said: Winemakers & Vintners in order of appearance: Olivia Wright, Winemaker/Rodney Strong [...]
Wine isn’t scary. Wine is fun and it’s healthy (heck Robert Mondavi lived to 94). So for this podcast I asked 24 winemakers and vintners during the week of the Sonoma County Barrel Auction “Why is wine so misunderstood”. Here is what they said: Winemakers & Vintners in order of appearance: Olivia Wright, Winemaker/Rodney Strong [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment, Brian Callahan, Vintner, Crux Winery, Russian River Valley, defines the term “Cluster Inverter”. Learn more by visiting www.cruxwinery.com
You can say without a doubt, Marimar Torres was born with wine in her blood. Originally from Spain, Marimar came from a winemaking family and continued that tradition here in Sonoma County while also bringing her daughter Christina into the business. Marimar’s hard work and extended education earned her the honor of Sonoma County Icon [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Marimar Torres, Vintner, Marimar Estate Vineyards, Sonoma County, defining the term “Pierce’s Disease”. Learn more by visiting www.marimarestate.com
You can say without a doubt, Marimar Torres was born with wine in her blood. Originally from Spain, Marimar came from a winemaking family and continued that tradition here in Sonoma County while also bringing her daughter Christina into the business. Marimar’s hard work and extended education earned her the honor of Sonoma County Icon [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Brandon Muller and Gregory Roberts of Brandon Gregory Estate Wines defining the word “NFL”. Learn more by visiting www.brandongregorywines.com
Mia Mascarin is indeed, a woman of many hats. Being the face of a winery isn’t always sipping wine and glamour. Hard work, passion and dedication are just a few her special hats. Mascarin Family Wines is located in Sonoma County and finding the tasting room can be a bit of a challenge. But well [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Mia Mascarin, Vintner, Mascarin Family Wines, Sonoma County, defining the term “Vigneron”. Learn more by visiting www.32windswines.com
Mia Mascarin is indeed, a woman of many hats. Being the face of a winery isn’t always sipping wine and glamour. Hard work, passion and dedication are just a few her special hats. Mascarin Family Wines is located in Sonoma County and finding the tasting room can be a bit of a challenge. But well [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Stephanie Franklin, Founder & CEO, Fly Wines, Oakland, defining the term “Spittoon”. Learn more by visiting www.flywines.club
When home winemakers go pro, everything changes. Making great wine is one thing but selling it is entirely another. Steve Gower and Brian Callahan are founders and winemakers at Crux Winery in Geyserville and I caught up with them at their tasting room and cellar a few weeks ago. These guys have developed a loyal [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment, Brian Callahan, Vintner, Crux Winery, Russian River Valley, defines the term “Cluster Inverter”. Learn more by visiting www.cruxwinery.com
When home winemakers go pro, everything changes. Making great wine is one thing but selling it is entirely another. Steve Gower and Brian Callahan are founders and winemakers at Crux Winery in Geyserville and I caught up with them at their tasting room and cellar a few weeks ago. These guys have developed a loyal [...]
While our focus here at Life Between the Vines is on Winemakers & Vintners, from time to time it’s interesting to look outside the winery and into the hospitality world. Robbi Jo Oliver is a Sommelier and heads up Mastro’s Restaurants Wine & Spirits area. Education and development carries a lead role in bringing every [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment, Robbi Jo Oliver, VP of Wine & Spirits and Learning & Development, Mastro’s Restaurant, Los Angeles, defines the term “Muselet”. Learn more by visiting www.mastrosrestaurants.com
Knights Valley is found just above the town of Calistoga as you enter Sonoma County and it is simply a slice of heaven. Most of the traffic you see is local. While there are plenty of tasting rooms in this valley, tourism does not clutter the roads. Brandon Muller and Gregory Roberts are the Founders [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Brandon Muller and Gregory Roberts of Brandon Gregory Estate Wines defining the word “NFL”. Learn more by visiting www.brandongregorywines.com
George Christie is Founder and CEO of Wine Industry Network and Wine Industry Advisor and was given the Innovator Award at the Sonoma County Barrel Auction 2024. George was kind enough to give us a few minutes to talk about how he arrived at this moment. Learn more by visiting www.wineindustrynetwork.com or wineindustryadvisor.com.
George Christie is Founder and CEO of Wine Industry Network and Wine Industry Advisor and was given the Innovator Award at the Sonoma County Barrel Auction 2024. George was kind enough to give us a few minutes to talk about how he arrived at this moment. Learn more by visiting www.wineindustrynetwork.com or wineindustryadvisor.com.
I was lucky enough to spend a few minutes with Katie MacMurray, daughter of film and tv star Fred MacMurray, during the Sonoma County Barrel Auction last week. Katie took me on a tour of her dad’s home and told some great stories. The video was shot at MacMurray Ranch, Russian River. Learn more at [...]
I was lucky enough to spend a few minutes with Katie MacMurray, daughter of film and tv star Fred MacMurray, during the Sonoma County Barrel Auction last week. Katie took me on a tour of her dad’s home and told some great stories. The video was shot at MacMurray Ranch, Russian River. Learn more at [...]
Welcome to the Sonoma County Barrel Auction 2024! Once again we interview vintners at the tasting event which was held at Baccus Landing as well as the Auction itself taking place at MacMurray Ranch in the Russian River AVA. Here winemakers were pouring never before, never again wines for bidders looking to score some gems. [...]
Welcome to the Sonoma County Barrel Auction 2024! Once again we interview vintners at the tasting event which was held at Baccus Landing as well as the Auction itself taking place at MacMurray Ranch in the Russian River AVA. Here winemakers were pouring never before, never again wines for bidders looking to score some gems. [...]
California is one of the most fertile state’s for agriculture in the US. Wine grapes are have been happy to grow in the Los Angeles area but today vineyards are few. Paul Warson is Winemaker at Moraga Bel Air in LA and along with the collection of chickens and such, farm life can be found [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment Paul Warson, Winemaker at Moraga Bel Air Estate, Los Angeles, defines the term “Wine Appreciation” Learn more by visiting www.moragabelair.com
We will once again be attending the Sonoma County Barrel Auction 2024 this year, which begins May 2nd. As a tradition we like to revisit the previous year’s auction to get a feel for what is to come. Please enjoy! Learn more by visiting https://barrelauction.sonomawine.com/
Wine lovers who know Argentina also know all about Mendoza and Malbec. Malbec is gold in Mendoza and Magdalena Viani makes Bodega Trivento Golden Reserve Malbec. I caught up with Magdalena right in the middle of harvest which was very kind of her to take the time. This inexpensive wine delights the palate and makes [...]
Wine lovers who know Argentina also know all about Mendoza and Malbec. Malbec is gold in Mendoza and Magdalena Viani makes Bodega Trivento Golden Reserve Malbec. I caught up with Magdalena right in the middle of harvest which was very kind of her to take the time. This inexpensive wine delights the palate and makes [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Lindsay Hoopes, Proprietor, Hoopes Vineyard, defining the term “Phenolic Bitterness”. Learn more by visiting hoopesvineyard.com
Anyone that starts a small business has my immediate respect. Anyone that owns a small business in the wine industry has my immediate curiosity. Stephanie Franklin is the Proprietor of Fly Wines, based in Oakland, California, which is in it’s first year of business. The wine industry can be a huge challenge and successfully finding [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Stephanie Franklin, Founder & CEO, Fly Wines, Oakland, defining the term “Spittoon”. Learn more by visiting www.flywines.club
Smith-Madrone Winery dates back to the very early ’70s in Napa Valley, a time when wineries weren’t so common. Stuart and Charlie Smith literally carved out an incredible future in fine wine making back then and have maintained top quality all those years. It’s been way too long since I last sat down with Charlie [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Charlie Smith, Winemaker, Smith-Madrone, Spring Mountain, Napa Valley, defining the term “Minerality”. Learn more by visiting smithmadrone.com
Growing up in Napa Valley, Lindsay Hoopes looked outside of the wine industry for her future. Eventually she came back to the place she loved to rediscover the wine in her blood. Lindsay has had some incredible adventures before returning to wine country and to this day does not back down from a challenge. I [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Lindsay Hoopes, Proprietor, Hoopes Vineyard, defining the term “Phenolic Bitterness”. Learn more by visiting hoopesvineyard.com
ny winemaker will tell you that wine is made in the vineyard. But the role of winemaker can never be underestimated. Focus, experience, talent are just some of the major ingredients in making great wine. Jeff Cole, Winemaker at Sullivan Rutherford Estate in Napa Valley is our guest today and I had interviewed Jeff by [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Jeff Cole, Winemaker, Sullivan Rutherford Estate, Napa Valley, defining the term “Unicorn Team”. Learn more by visiting www.sullivanwine.com
You can always tell successful business leadership by the kindness of the people that they employ. They smile a lot and they love what they do. Crocker & Starr is that kind of business. It doesn’t hurt that folks who work with wine, tend to be pretty happy. Pam Starr has built that very business [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Cyrus Hazzard, Executive Vice President, Crocker & Starr, Napa Valley, defining the term “Typicity”. Learn more by visiting www.crockerstarr.com
Rhône Wines can be one of the most important experiences in a wine education. White wine that can age from this area, are great eye opener. Francois Miquel is General Director of Maison Ogier and he took time out to chat via phone with me in February. In regard to harvest, their website quotes, “The [...]
The history of winegrowing in the state of Ohio is extensive, dating back to the 1800’s. Today, the Grand River AVA in northeast Ohio is a major winemaking area with wineries offering surprisingly varied tasting experiences. Matt Meineke and his wife Tara are owners of M Cellars located in Harpersfield growing wines that make a [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Matt Meineke, M Cellars, Harpersfield, Ohio, defining the term “Details Matter”. Learn more by visiting www.mcellars.com #wine, #Mcellars #ohiowine #winemaker
Welcome to Premiere Napa Valley Part Two were we ask about the auction lots as well as how is PNV important to smaller production wineries? All in all I interviewed 47 vintners during the weeklong event. Listen to what Napa Valley is all about. Cheers Vintners in order of appearance: Paula Kornell/Proprietor/Paula Kornell Sparkling Wine [...]
Once a year, members of the Napa Valley Vintners gather to taste and to auction one-of-a-kind wines to members of the trade. This is my 13th visit to the event and I’m grateful to present these interviews with old and new friends alike. Enjoy Premiere Napa Valley 2024, Part One. Cheers! Michael Scholz/VP of Winemaking [...]
The challenges of winemaking are many but when a winemaker’s focus is exclusively sparkling, the game changes completely. Jeanne Feldkamp and Dan Diephouse are owners as well as winemaker at Corollary Wines in the Willamette Valley, Oregon. They’ve made sparkling wine in the traditional method since 2017 and soon they’ll be using grapes grown on [...]
This week we feature Jeanne Feldkamp, Co-Owner, Corollary Wines, Willamette Valley, defines the term “Traditional Method”. Learn more by visiting www.corollarywines.com
A short drive from Portland is Willamette Valley, which is an extraordinary wine area to visit. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay reign but many other varietals made their mark in this fertile area. It is a growers paradise. Ben Howe is now the Vice President of Winemaking for Stoller Wine Group which comprises several labels. We [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment, Ben Howe, Vice President of Winemaking at Stoller Wine Group, defines the term “Baby Fat”. Learn more by visiting www.stollerwinegroup.com
Our last visit with Stoller Wine Group’s Melissa Burr was back in March of 2018. Needless to say we were well overdue to catch up with this extraordinary winemaker. Melissa’s new title is Founding Winemaker and after 20 years with Stoller she has grown along way with this Oregon winery . I caught up with [...]
We all know that wine come is a multitude of different vessels these days and sometimes we wine lovers turn a blind eye to these devices. Never judge a book (or wine) by its cover. Boxed wine can be exceptional. All you have to do is give it a try. And its Green! For this [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Antonio Bertone of Alileo Wines, Sicily, defining the term “Rosato Bronzato”. Learn more by visiting www.alileowines.com
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Bob Pruett, Proprietor & Winemaker, Pruett Farms, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Autolysis”. Learn more by visiting www.pruettwine.com
One of the most enjoyable traits of Livermore Valley is the lack of heavy traffic. Wineries are only about fifteen minutes away from each other but each, very individual. 3 Steves Winery is a must see when you visit. Of the original 3 Steves Steve Ziganti is the remaining “Steve” fully involved with the winery. [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Steve Ziganti, Proprietor of 3 Steves Winery, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Cabernet Pfeffer”. Learn more by visiting www.3steveswinery.com
Page Mill Winery in Livermore Valley is the very definition of an Underground Winery, but you’ll learn about that when listening to this podcast. Proprietor Dane Stark got his start making wine with his father as a family run winery, later making the Valley his home. Passion runs strong in Livermore making it in my [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Dane Stark, Proprietor & Winemaker at Page Mill Winery, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Methos a l’ancienne”. Learn more by visiting www.pagemillwinery.com
It is often said that making wine is art, that’s very true. Darcie Kent Vineyards represents the art of wine as well as visual art, created by the owner. Watching our video you’ll see several examples of Darcie’s beautiful work that visitors get to enjoy while tasting Winemaker Julian Halasz’s wine. The interview features both [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Darcie Kent, Darcie Kent Estate Vineyards, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Art”. Learn more by visiting www.darciekentvineyards.com
This week we also have Julian Halasz, Winemaker, Darcie Kent Estate Vineyards, Livermore Valley, defining the phrase “Wine as Art”. Learn more by visiting www.darciekentvineyards.com
I’ve been lucky to interview David Ramey of Ramey Wine Cellars a few times over the years and each time has been an entertaining education. Humor and wine flow together when talking with David and I always walk away with a huge smile on my face. Honored by the industry, respected by fellow winemakers and [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature David Ramey, Founder, Ramey Wine Cellars, Healdsburg, Sonoma, defining the term “Fresh”. Learn more by visiting www.rameywine.com
Having tasted several of the wines from Livermore Valley I can not overstate just how very good they are! Pruett Farms sits right in the middle of Livermore and yet it is a farm like any other…except that Bob Pruett makes excellent wine. The tasting room is intimate and welcoming and having just had its [...]
Having tasted several of the wines from Livermore Valley I can not overstate just how very good they are! Pruett Farms sits right in the middle of Livermore and yet it is a farm like any other…except that Bob Pruett makes excellent wine. The tasting room is intimate and welcoming and having just had its [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Bob Pruett, Proprietor & Winemaker, Pruett Farms, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Autolysis”. Learn more by visiting www.pruettwine.com
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Chris Dearden, Proprietor & Winemaker, Dearden Wineyards and Sleeping Giants Wines, Carneros, Napa Valley, defining the term “Tylose”. Learn more by visiting www.deardenwines.com
From time to time it’s great to welcome a Napa Valley winery to the Life Between the Vines studio in Milwaukee. Today I’ll be chatting with Teresa D’Aurizio, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at ZD Wines in Napa Valley. Way back in 2014 I visited the winery and talked with family member Brett DeLeuze [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Teresa D’Aurizio, VP of Sales & Marketing, ZD Vineyards, defining the term “Youthanize”. Learn more by visiting www.zdwines.com
From time to time it’s great to welcome a Napa Valley winery to the Life Between the Vines studio in Milwaukee. Today I’ll be chatting with Teresa D’Aurizio, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at ZD Wines in Napa Valley. Way back in 2014 I visited the winery and talked with family member Brett DeLeuze [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Jerel Hall, Sommelier & Proprietor, Thelma Carol Wine Merchants, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, defining the term “Lagar”. Learn more by visiting www.thelmacarolwine.com.
The 1880’s were a fantastic time for wine in Livermore Valley. Concannon Vineyard had its start in 1883 and the founder, James Concannon had the vision to make Bordeaux style wines in the state of California. Today we met with Senior Director of Winemaking James Foster and learn a bit about his history in winemaking. [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature James Foster, Sr. Director of Winemaking, Concannon Vineyard, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Harmony”. Learn more by visiting www.concannonvineyard.com
This is our first podcast in a series featuring wineries in Livermore Valley, California. Livermore sits about an hour east of San Francisco and grows some very impressive wines! Small production is the name of the game in Livermore and Dr. Ricardo Aguirre is a classic, passionate winemaker and he looks totally at home when [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Dr. Ricardo Aguirre, Proprietor & Winemaker at Bodegas Aguirre Winery, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Vino con pasion”. Learn more by visiting www.bodegasaguirre.com
This is our first podcast in a series featuring wineries in Livermore Valley, California. Livermore sits about an hour east of San Francisco and grows some very impressive wines! Small production is the name of the game in Livermore and Dr. Ricardo Aguirre is a classic, passionate winemaker and he looks totally at home when [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Theresa Heredia, Director of Winemaking, Gary Farrell Winery, Sonoma, defining the phrase “Jesus Units”. Learn more by visiting www.garyfarrellwinery.com
Experience is what makes a great winemaker. Chris Dearden, Winemaker and Proprietor of Dearden Vineyards and Sleeping Giant Wines in Napa Valley has that experience and a heck of a lot more. With a background in many areas of the wine business, Chris now lives the dream with his own vineyard and label. Dearden Vineyards [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Chris Dearden, Proprietor & Winemaker, Dearden Wineyards and Sleeping Giants Wines, Carneros, Napa Valley, defining the term “Tylose”. Learn more by visiting www.deardenwines.com
Talking with Trevor Durling, Chief Winemaker at Beaulieu Vineyards in Napa Valley was like taking with an old friend. Its great to see the excitement on his face while talking about BV’s history. I was even given a behind the scenes tour of the winery that has been on Highway 29 for many, many years. [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Trevor Durling, Chief Winemaker, Beaulieu Vineyards, Napa Valley, defining the term “WWAD”. Learn more by visiting www.bvwines.com
Winemaking is a passion that chooses those folks that are more than willing to work unbelievable hours in the cellar during harvest. It takes guts, determination and most importantly, a fine palate. Theresa Heredia is Director of Winemaking at Gary Farrell Winery in Sonoma and she more than qualifies as having “been chosen by wine”. [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Theresa Heredia, Director of Winemaking, Gary Farrell Winery, Sonoma, defining the phrase “Jesus Units”. Learn more by visiting www.garyfarrellwinery.com
Winemaking is a passion that chooses those folks that are more than willing to work unbelievable hours in the cellar during harvest. It takes guts, determination and most importantly, a fine palate. Theresa Heredia is Director of Winemaking at Gary Farrell Winery in Sonoma and she more than qualifies as having “been chosen by wine”. [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Todd Graff, Winemaker & General Manager, Frank Family Vineyards, Napa Valley, defining the term “Goldilocks Wine”. Learn more by visiting www.frankfamilyvineyards.com
Grapes that are grown in the Morisoli Vineyard are very special indeed. They find their way into some truly exceptional Napa Valley wines. Not surprising considering the vineyard is located in one of Rutherford’s finest growing neighborhoods. Chris Morisoli is fifth generation having grown up in this little slice of heaven. We had a great [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Chris Morisoli of Morisoli Vineyard, Rutherford, Napa Valley, defining the term “Cletrac”. Learn more by visiting www.morisolivineyard.com
This time around I find myself in Chicago visiting with Justin Seidenfeld, Sr, Vice President of Winemaking & Winegrowing at Rodney Strong Vineyards in Sonoma. In town for a wine event, Justin has had a lot going on since our last interview back in October, 2016, including Rowen Wines and Cooley Ranch. As Justin knows, [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Justin Seidenfeld, Sr. Vice President of Winemaking & Winegrowing, Rodney Strong Vineyards, Sonoma, defining the term “Leadership”. Learn more by visiting www.rodneystrong.com
This time around I find myself in Chicago visiting with Justin Seidenfeld, Sr, Vice President of Winemaking & Winegrowing at Rodney Strong Vineyards in Sonoma. In town for a wine event, Justin has had a lot going on since our last interview back in October, 2016, including Rowen Wines and Cooley Ranch. As Justin knows, [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Priyanka French, Winemaker, Signorello Estate, Napa Valley, defining the term “Old Ladies”. Learn more by visiting www.signorellovineyards.com
Something different this time around. This is a live podcast, recorded at Door 44 Winery in Door County, Wisconsin, featuring Steve Johnson, Proprietor & Winemaker at Door 44 and Ray Fister, Wine Author & Podcaster. Here, Steve and Ray talk wine as well as taking questions from the audience. Please enjoy! Learn more by visiting [...]
Something different this time around. This is a live podcast, recorded at Door 44 Winery in Door County, Wisconsin, featuring Steve Johnson, Proprietor & Winemaker at Door 44 and Ray Fister, Wine Author & Podcaster. Here, Steve and Ray talk wine as well as taking questions from the audience. Please enjoy! Learn more by visiting [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Brian Maloney, VP of Winemaking at DeLoach Vineyards and Buena Vista Winery, Sonoma, defining the term “Ghosts”. Learn more by visiting www.deloachvineyards.com or www.buenavistawinery.com
From time to time I like to step into the retail component of the wine business especially when that retailer, is a sommelier. Jerel Hall, certified sommelier, along with his wife Rebecca Sue Button own Thelma Carol Wine Merchants in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I spoke with Jerel, at the Life Between the Vines studio just a [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Jerel Hall, Sommelier & Proprietor, Thelma Carol Wine Merchants, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, defining the term “Lagar”. Learn more by visiting www.thelmacarolwine.com.
From time to time I like to step into the retail component of the wine business especially when that retailer, is a sommelier. Jerel Hall, certified sommelier, along with his wife Rebecca Sue Button own Thelma Carol Wine Merchants in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I spoke with Jerel, at the Life Between the Vines studio just a [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Douglas Fletcher, Winemaker, Klipsun Vineyard, Red Mtn, Yakima Valley, defining the term “Corked Wine”. Learn more by visiting www.klipsun.com
Several of our Podcasts have focused the history of wine growing regions. For many of our listeners, that history is fascinating. Napa Valley wineries date back to the late 1800’s and in fact the Schramsberg Vineyards property goes back to the 1860’s. Fred Zammataro is COO, CFO and Executive Vice President at the winery and [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Fred Zammataro of Schramsberg Vineyards, Napa Valley, defining the term “Elegance”. Learn more by visiting www.schramsberg.com.
Several of our Podcasts have focused the history of wine growing regions. For many of our listeners, that history is fascinating. Napa Valley wineries date back to the late 1800’s and in fact the Schramsberg Vineyards property goes back to the 1860’s. Fred Zammataro is COO, CFO and Executive Vice President at the winery and [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video #116 we feature Pam Starr, Proprietor & Founding Winemaker, Crocker & Starr, Napa Valley, defining the term “Garrigue”. Learn more by visiting www.crockerstarr.com
Many people visit Napa Valley and never get to see the “real” Napa Valley. Several wineries scattered around the Valley represent winemaking at it its very best. These wineries are humble, not super fancy and make the most kick-ass wine you’d ever want to drink. Smith Madrone on Spring Mountain is one of those wineries. [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Stu Smith, Proprietor, Smith-Madrone Vineyards, Spring Mountain, Napa Valley, defining the phrase “Fire Safe Farming”. Learn more by visiting www.smithmadrone.com
Many people visit Napa Valley and never get to see the “real” Napa Valley. Several wineries scattered around the Valley represent winemaking at it its very best. These wineries are humble, not super fancy and make the most kick-ass wine you’d ever want to drink. Smith-Madrone on Spring Mountain is one of those wineries. Dating [...]
Welcome to this very special Podcast #543, the Sonoma County Barrel Auction 2023. After a bit of a break for Covid, the crowds returned to bid and enjoy the company of winemakers and vintners. I interviewed 21 participants to get their take on their auction lots and to let our listeners learn about the faces [...]
Welcome to this very special Podcast #543, the Sonoma County Barrel Auction 2023. After a bit of a break for Covid, the crowds returned to bid and enjoy the company of winemakers and vintners. I interviewed 21 participants to get their take on their auction lots and to let our listeners learn about the faces [...]
Signorello Estate Winery was lost to the 2017 Atlas Peak fire, but is now on its way back later this year. We’ve talked with Proprietor Ray Signorello many times but here we meet with his winemaker Priyanka French. Priyanka’s background is extensive having worked in wine around the globe as well as Napa Valley. This [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Priyanka French, Winemaker, Signorello Estate, Napa Valley, defining the term “Old Ladies”. Learn more by visiting www.signorellovineyards.com
Signorello Estate Winery was lost to the 2017 Atlas Peak fire, but is now on its way back later this year. We’ve talked with Proprietor Ray Signorello many times but here we meet with his winemaker Priyanka French. Priyanka’s background is extensive having worked in wine around the globe as well as Napa Valley. This [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Sarah Vandendriessche, Winemaker, Elizabeth Spencer Wines, Napa Valley, defining the phrase “Let it Hang!”. Learn more by visiting www.elizabethspencerwinery.com
If you take the time to look up the history of Napa Valley, you may be surprised. Wineries date back to the 1800’s and many of those structures still exist. Frank Family Vineyards features the Larkmead building which like many in the Valley, could tell fascination tales…if they could talk. I caught up with Frank [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Todd Graff, Winemaker & General Manager, Frank Family Vineyards, Napa Valley, defining the term “Goldilocks Vintage”. Learn more by visiting www.frankfamilyvineyards.com
If you take the time to look up the history of Napa Valley, you may be surprised. Wineries date back to the 1800’s and many of those structures still exist. Frank Family Vineyards features the Larkmead building which like many in the Valley, could tell fascination tales…if they could talk. I caught up with Frank [...]
The average wine lover likely wouldn’t know the name Rafael Rodiguez. But he was well known to many in the Napa Valley wine business. Rafael was the first Mexican Vineyard Manager in Napa Valley. That was major. He worked for John Daniel Jr at Inglenook as well as Francis Ford Coppola at Inglenook. That’s only [...]
It was 2015 when I last recorded a full length interview with our friend Robin Lail. Robin is a fourth generation vintner in Napa Valley with her wine family going back to the 1800’s. She has seen a multitude of changes in the Valley over the years but her goal remains the same, making the [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature our old friend Robin Lail, Founder & Owner Lail Vineyards, Napa Valley, defining the term “Biodiversity”. Learn more by visiting www.lailvineyards.com
t was 2015 when I last recorded a full length interview with our friend Robin Lail. Robin is a fourth generation vintner in Napa Valley with her wine family going back to the 1800’s. She has seen a multitude of changes in the Valley over the years but her goal remains the same, making the [...]
It was 2015 when I last recorded a full length interview with our friend Robin Lail. Robin is a fourth generation vintner in Napa Valley with her wine family going back to the 1800’s. She has seen a multitude of changes in the Valley over the years but her goal remains the same, making the [...]
Doug Fletcher is back! Many of our listeners will remember Doug from podcast #20, in 2010. At that time Doug was VP of Winemaking for Terlato Wines. Today his is out of retirement making wine and consulting at Kilpsun Vineyard, Red Mountain, Yakima Valley, Washington. I joined Doug at the Rutherford Hill caves in Napa [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Douglas Fletcher, Winemaker, Klipsun Vineyard, Red Mtn, Yakima Valley, defining the term “Corked Wine”. Learn more by visiting www.klipsun.com
Doug Fletcher is back! Many of our listeners will remember Doug from podcast #20, in 2010. At that time Doug was VP of Winemaking for Terlato Wines. Today his is out of retirement making wine and consulting at Kilpsun Vineyard, Red Mountain, Yakima Valley, Washington. I joined Doug at the Rutherford Hill caves in Napa [...]
I’ve often referred to winemakers as mad scientists, but in this case, the winemaker is a inventor. Lowell Jooste has created a device that is unique in the wine industry making the wine experience more green. Lowell is Founder of LJ Crafted Wines and he offers barrel-to-growler Napa Valley wines. The device is called The [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Lowell Jooste, Founder of LJ Crafted Wines, San Diego, defining the term “Wine Steward”. Learn more by visiting www.ljcraftedwines.com
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Rob Campbell, Founder & Winemaker, Meyye Winery, Eldorado Hills, defining the term “Delastage”. Learn more at www.meyyewines.com
We’ve interviewed Brian Maloney, Vice President of Winemaking at Deloach Vineyards and Buena Vista in Sonoma several times over the years. Each interview furthers my own wine education. Overseeing this kind of production is a daunting task but working with a boss like Jean-Charles Boisset, makes it an adventure. Come listen in to our chat [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Brian Maloney, VP of Winemaking at DeLoach Vineyards and Buena Vista Winery, Sonoma, defining the term “Ghosts”. Learn more by visiting www.deloachvineyards.com or www.buenavistawinery.com
We’ve interviewed Brian Maloney, Vice President of Winemaking at Deloach Vineyards and Buena Vista in Sonoma several times over the years. Each interview furthers my own wine education. Overseeing this kind of production is a daunting task but working with a boss like Jean-Charles Boisset, makes it an adventure. Come listen in to our chat [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Julie Robertson, Winemaker, Crocker & Starr, Napa Valley, defining the term “Roly Poly”. Learn more by visiting www.crockerstarr.com.
Small wineries, small production can equal big results. That’s something many of our listeners love to learn about. Karen Cakebread is Founder of Ziata Wines in Napa Valley and spending time in the vineyard is her passion. Karen and I have chatted many times over the years but it been a long break till now. [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Julie Robertson, Winemaker, Crocker & Starr, Napa Valley, defining the term “Roly Poly”. Learn more by visiting www.crockerstarr.com.
The background of a typical winemaker is anything but typical. I’ve always found it interesting to learn about one’s work or education history when finding their way into the wine business. Julie Robertson, Winemaker at Crocker & Starr came from the field of architecture. One passion leads to another passion. It is really all about [...]
Art, Wine and Nature make up the essence of Aperture Cellars, which is found in the lovely town of Healdsburg. Hillary Sjolund is Associate Winemaker at Aperture and she works closely with Winemaker Jesse Katz to produce the very finest wines in Sonoma. I caught up with Hillary in early December of 2022 to learn [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Hillary Sjolund, Associate Winemaker, Aperture Cellars, Healdsburg, defining the term “Dialed”. Learn more by visiting www.aperture-cellars.com
When is comes to growing wine at high altitudes, Mendoza, Argentina is pretty much the place to go. Herve Birnie-Scott is founder of Terrazas de las Andes and has vast experience in high altitude wine. I spoke with Herve by phone at the end of December and I was captivated by his entry into Argentinian [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Herve Birnie-Scott, Founder of Terrazas de las Andes, Mendoza, Argentina, defining the term “Mountain”. Learn more by visiting www.terrazasdelosandes.com/es/wines/
North of the town of St. Helena in Napa Valley, a right turn down Ehlers Lane reveals the beautiful 1886 stone tasting room of Ehlers Estate. Laura Diaz Munoz, Winemaker and General Manager has implemented a program of replanting and updating, with her eye firmly on the future of the Estate. If the incredible stone [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Laura Diaz Munoz, Winemaker & GM at Ehlers Estate, Napa Valley, defining the term “Winearia”. Learn more by visiting www.ehlersestate.com
Change may come slowly to Napa Valley and Sonoma, but Jean-Charles Boisset has made a difference and brought positive change to California’s wine country. Raymond Vineyards, DeLoach Vineyards, Buena Vista Winery, Elizabeth-Spencer Winery, JCB Salon Yountville, Oakville Grocery are just a few of his stateside ventures. Spending time with Jean-Charles is magic. And spend time [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature our friend Jean-Charles Boisset, JCB Collection, Napa Valley & Sonoma, defining the phrase “Life is a Theater”. Learn more by visiting www.jcbcollection.com or boissetcollection.com.
I’ve returned to the WIN Trade Show & Conference 2022 after that little break we all called Covid. This show gives our listeners a look even more behind the curtain, in the wine industry. The tools that aid winemakers to create top quality wines are simple yet complex, varied and common and most of all, [...]
Mendocino is an extraordinary place to visit in northern California if you are seeking the road less traveled in wine country. Ocean, redwoods and magnificent vineyards are just plain thrilling. We chatted by phone with Randy Meyer, Director of Winemaking & Operations at Barra of Mendocino just a couple weeks ago, learning about what it [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo, as part of the Twofer, we feature Randy Meyer, Winemaker, Barra of Mendocino, defining the term “Tropical BO”. Learn more by visiting www.barraofmendocino.
Imagine purchasing a vineyard in Mendocino County in 1955. Charlie Barra, did just that. His Italian heritage gave him the love of the land and agriculture at a time when Mendocino was very different. Charlie and his wife Martha worked side by side to grow Barra of Mendocino into high quality fine wine. Sadly, Charlie [...]
This week for our Twofer we feature Martha Barra, Owner Barra of Mendocino, defining the term “Deficit Irrigation”. Learn more by visiting www.barraofmendocino.com.
This is the first of two podcasts featuring Aridus Wine Company, which is located in Wilcox, Arizona. Lisa Strid is Winemaker at Aridus and we spoke with her by phone just before Thanksgiving. Its fascinating to think about making wine at high altitudes. But as we’ve learned from previous podcasts, wine can be made in [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Lisa Strid, Winemaker Aridus Wine Company, Wilcox, Arizona, defining the term “WAF”. Learn more by visiting www.ariduswineco.com
A small production winery is all about focus. When you make a few hundred cases, they are your babies. That’s not to say larger wineries don’t feel the same, but in this case you get to know just about every bottle. Steve Autry makes wine under his name in the Edna Valley just shy of [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Steve Autry, Autry Cellars, Edna Valley, San Luis Opbispo, defining the term “Fining”. Learn more by visiting www.autrycellars.com
This is our second interview with Nathan, the first was two years ago (Podcast #411) by phone, but this time we are in person at the winery in Edna Valley. While vineyards are common along the surrounding landscape I’m often surprised at how the topography changes in wine country. Driving along Hwy 101 there seems [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Nathan Carlson, Winemaker & GM, Center Of Effort, Edna Valley, defining the term “Wine Wednesday”. Learn more by visiting www.coewine.com
The thing that I love about doing these interviews is meeting incredibly interesting people. Scott Stelzle is a retired winemaker/winery owner who has retired from retirement and is now making wine for Cordant Winery in Paso Robles. He is also a pilot who flies very old war planes. I met up with Scott at the [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Scott Stelzle, Winemaker at Cordant Winery, Paso Robles, defining the term “Schmutz”. Learn more by visiting www.cordantwinery.com
The Paso Robles area of California is an incredibly diverse grape growing segment of wine country. You can find just about any wine you’d like to drink including Rhone varietals. Fulldraw Vineyard is located in the Templeton Gap AVA and owned by Connor McMahon. Several wineries can be found surrounding Fulldraw making it a fun [...]
This week’s Vino Lingo features Connor McMahon of Fulldraw Vineyard, Paso Robles, defining the term “Punchdown”. Learn more by visiting www.fulldrawvineyard.com
It’s amazing to me just how many excellent wine growing areas there are in the state of California. When is the last time you’ve tasted wines from the Sierra Foothills? Mark Henry makes Montoliva in the Chicago Park area of the North Sierra Foothills. Italian varietals from northern California, you bet! Remember, the journey is [...]
This week’s Vino Lingo features Mark Henry, Owner & Winemaker at Montoliva Vineyards & Winery, defining the term “Rustic”. Learn more by visiting www.montoliva.com
Vino Lingo Video is wine terms defined by the winemakers. Everything from Minimalism to Racking to MOG. These winemakers are growing some of the worlds finest wine. Watch, listen and learn. Cheers. www.lifebetweenthevines.com
Andre Proulx is a broadcaster, wine writer and a winemaker as well as a podcaster. He makes wine in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, and we met on our recent trip to Abruzzo, Italy a couple of months ago. Making wine in cooler climates presents many challenges not the least of which is shipping to the US. [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature André Proulyx of 80x Wines, Canada, defining the term “Hybrid”. Learn more by visiting www.80xwine.ca.
Northeast Ohio has a long history of growing exceptional wine grapes as well as a past history of Concord grapes. Over the years, many of the Concord vineyards have been replanted to Vitis Vinifera to take advantage of the Grand River Valley AVA. Laurello Vineyards has been down that parth. Kim Laurello is Co-Owner and [...]
First off we feature Kim Laurello of Laurello Vineyards, Harpersfield, Ohio, defining the term “Juicy”. Learn more by visiting www.laurellovineyards.com
Here we feature Larry Laurello of Laurello Vineyards in Harpersfield, Ohio, defining the term “Holy Shit Wine”. Lean more by visiting www.laurellovineyards.com
From our Laurello Vineyards podcast on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Cellarmaster Shane Horstmann defining the term “Italian Water”. Learn more by visting www.laurellovineyards.com
Ondine Chattan joins us today and she is Head Winemaker at Share a Splash Wine Company in Healdsburg, Sonoma. Share a Splash is well known for Angels & Cowboys, Cannonball and High Dive labels, among others. While many California wines are pricey, Share a Splash offers excellent quality wines at prices for the average wine [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Ondine Chattan, Head Winemaker, Share A Splash, Sonoma, defining the term “Petrichor”. Learn more by visiting www.shareasplash.com
Gustavo Gonzalez, Winemaker and CoFounder of Mira Winery in Yountville was our guest on Podcast #490 back in May of this year. That one was on the phone and this one is in person. Mira Winery sits within walking distance of the town of Yountville and is well worth the walk. Or drive. It was [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Gustavo Gonzalez of Mira Winery, Yountville, Napa Valley defining the term “Climat”. Learn more by visiting www.miranapa.com
Gustavo Gonzalez, Winemaker and CoFounder of Mira Winery in Yountville was our guest on Podcast #490 back in May of this year. That one was on the phone and this one is in person. Mira Winery sits within walking distance of the town of Yountville and is well worth the walk. Or drive. It was [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video #93 we feature Tracy Hundley of Hundley Cellars, Harpersfield, Ohio defining the term “Tartrates”. Learn more by visiting www.hundleycellars.com
The importance of soil when planting a vineyard can’t be understated. Winemakers need an expert to be part of the team that makes major decisions when planting. Dr. Paul Anamosa was our guest, via telephone for Podcast #459 in October of last year and now we catch up, in person. The science of winemaking is [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Paul Anamost, PhD, Vineyard Soil Technologies, Napa Valley, defining the term “Minerality”. Learn more by visiting www.vineyardsoil.com
This week on Vino Lingo #92 we feature Sam Baxter of Terra Valentine, Spring Mountain, Napa Valley, defining the term “Ullage”. Learn more by visiting www.terravalentine.com
All you wine lovers listening to this podcast know how exceptional wine from Chile can be. The wine is not only a great value but very age worthy as well. For this program I spoke by phone with Sofia Araya, Head Winemaker at Veramonte Wines. While it would have been great to visit in person, [...]
This week on our Vino Linge segment we feature Sofia Araya, Winemaker at Veramonte, Chile, defining the term “Permase”. Learn more by visiting www.veramonte.cl
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Pete Soergel, Winemaker at Lynmar Estate, Sonoma, defining the term “Tension”. Learn more by visiting www.lynmarestate.com
Today’s podcast features Dave Ready Jr, Winemaker at Murply-Goode Winery in Sonoma as well as Lindsay Perry, winner of the “A Really Goode Job” nationwide job search. When working in the wine business, it matters when you have a great mentor. For Lindsay, Dave was that mentor. Finding your way in this industry is a [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Dave Ready Jr of Murphy-Goode Winery, Sonoma, defining the term “Sample Cock”. Learn more by visiting www.murphygoodewinery.com
Today’s podcast features Dave Ready Jr, Winemaker at Murply-Goode Winery in Sonoma as well as Lindsay Perry, winner of the “A Really Goode Job” nationwide job search. When working in the wine business, it matters when you have a great mentor. For Lindsay, Dave was that mentor. Finding your way in this industry is a [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Nick Goldschmidt of Goldschmidt Vineyards, Sonoma, defining the term “Dimers and Trimers”. Learn more by visiting www.goldschmidtvineyards.com.
Our very first interview with Sam Baxter dates back to November of 2009, Podcast #9. We’ve done a few more interviews over the years between, so it was good to catch up once again. I visited Sam at the home of Terra Valentine on Spring Mountain in May. While the earth was still scorched from [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Sam Baxter, Owner & Winemaker, Terra Valentine, Spring Mountain, Napa Valley, defining the term “Ullage”. Learn more by visiting www.terravalentine.com
Our very first interview with Sam Baxter dates back to November of 2009, Podcast #9. We’ve done a few more interviews over the years between, so it was good to catch up once again. I visited Sam at the home of Terra Valentine on Spring Mountain in May. While the earth was still scorched from [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment, we feature Jean Hoefliger of JH Wine Consulting, Napa Valley, defining the term “Truth”. Learn more by visiting www.jhwineconsulting.com
More than 300 wineries and 5 AVAs can be found in the great state of Ohio. Northeast Ohio, just outside of Cleveland, produces several grape varieties but Pinot Noir commands the most attention. Award winning Pinot Noir in fact. I visited Tracy Hundley, Owner and Co-Winemaker at Hundley Cellars in Harpersfield just a few weeks [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Tracy Hundley of Hundley Cellars in Harpersfield, Ohio defining the term “Tartrates”. Learn more by visiting www.hundleycellars.com
More than 300 wineries and 5 AVAs can be found in the great state of Ohio. Northeast Ohio, just outside of Cleveland, produces several grape varieties but Pinot Noir commands the most attention. Award winning Pinot Noir in fact. I visited Tracy Hundley, Owner and Co-Winemaker at Hundley Cellars in Harpersfield just a few weeks [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Bastien Lucas, Winemaker at Maxville Winery, Chiles Valley, defining the phrase “Never Half Ass”. You can learn more by visiting www.maxvillelakewines.com
Elise Nerlove, Co Owner of Elkhorn Peak Cellars was on a mission along with Save the Family Farms, to give small wineries the ability to host tastings and direct-to-consumer wine sales to the public in Napa Valley. Family farms have always been a focus of this podcast. Elise with her dad, Ken Nerlove, operate Elkhorn [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Elise Nerlove of Elkhorn Peak Cellars and Save the Family Farms, Napa Valley, defining the term “Micro Winery”. Learn more by visiting www.elkhornpeak.com or www.savethefamilyfarms.com
Elise Nerlove, Co Owner of Elkhorn Peak Cellars was on a mission along with Save the Family Farms, to give small wineries the ability to host tastings and direct-to-consumer wine sales to the public in Napa Valley. Family farms have always been a focus of this podcast. Elise with her dad, Ken Nerlove, operate Elkhorn [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Ian McClellan, Assistant Winemaker at Anaba Wines, Sonoma, defining the term “Pickling”. Learn more by visiting www.anabawines.com .
While traveling within the wine business you can meet the most interesting people, example Lori Budd. Lori and her husband Mike own Dracaena Wines in Paso Robles and I met Lori during my recent trip to the Abruzzo region of Italy. Not only is she a winemaker but also a fellow podcaster, hosting “Exploring the [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Lori Budd of Dracaena Wines in Paso Robles defining the term “Fining”. Learn more by visiting www.dracaenawines.com
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Elise Nerlove, Co-Owner at Elkhorn Peak Cellars, Napa Valley, defining the term “Micro Winery”. Learn more by visiting www.elkhornpeak.com
Chiles Valley is a very special part of Napa Valley, hidden away from huge crowds but still very visitor friendly. I would call Chiles a bit more of an adventure in wine. But then great wine is always worth the search. I visited Maxville Winery and met up Consulting Winemaker Jean Hoefliger as well as [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we also feature Bastien Lucas of Maxville Winery, Chiles Valley, defining the phrase “Never Half Ass”. Learn more by visiting www.maxvillelakewinery.com
Our Vino Lingo segment this week features our old friend Jean Hoefliger, Consulting Winemaker, defining the term “Truth”. Lean more by visiting www.jhwineconsulting or www.maxvillelakewinery.com
Chiles Valley is a very special part of Napa Valley, hidden away from huge crowds but still very visitor friendly. I would call Chiles a bit more of an adventure in wine. But then great wine is always worth the search. I visited Maxville Winery and met up Consulting Winemaker Jean Hoefliger as well as [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Chris Kajani, Winemaker & General Manager at Bouchaine Vineyards, Napa Valley, defining the phrase”Drive Like You Mom Works Here”. Learn more by visiting www.bouchaine.com
Sonoma is an incredible place to explore. Several new and older AVA’s cover the landscape from north to south, mountain to coast. Wineries in Sonoma vary in wines as well as wine styles. But the most fun is traveling the county and discovering the many wineries. It amazes me how completely different the landscape is [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Pete Soergel, Winemaker, Lynmar Estate, Sonoma, defining the term “Tension”. Learn more by visiting www.lynmarestate.com
Sonoma is an incredible place to explore. Several new and older AVA’s cover the landscape from north to south, mountain to coast. Wineries in Sonoma vary in wines as well as wine styles. But the most fun is traveling the county and discovering the many wineries. It amazes me how completely different the landscape is [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Andy Wahl of Daylight Wine & Spirits, Sonoma, defining the term “ABC”. Learn more by visiting www.daylightwineandspirits.com
Partners in this business come together in many different ways. Often from a chance meeting. From chance meetings come great things. Andy Wahl and Bill Kerr created Daylight Wine & Spirits in Sonoma and the brand has grown to major distribution. For this interview I met with Andy and their winemaker Bobby Donnell, alongside a [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Andy Wahl, Daylight Wine & Spirits, Sonoma defining the term “ABC”. Learn more by visiting www.daylightwineandspirits.com
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Bobby Donnell, Daylight Wine & Spirits, Sonoma defining the term “Chinga Linga”. Learn more by visiting www.daylightwineandspirits.com.
Partners in this business come together in many different ways. Often from a chance meeting. From chance meetings come great things. Andy Wahl and Bill Kerr created Daylight Wine & Spirits in Sonoma and the brand has grown to major distribution. For this interview I met with Andy and their winemaker Bobby Donnell, alongside a [...]
This week on Vino Lingo Video 83 we feature Buck Bartolucci of Madonna Estate in the Carneros district of Napa Valley defining the term “Consistency”. Learn more by visiting www.madonnaestate.com
Likely one of the most important elements of winemaking is experience. Eric Risch and Tom Rinaldi have that covered. Patent Wines is the result several years in the wine business and some very notable labels to their credit. Never to be taken too seriously, they make some seriously great wine. Best of all is the [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Tom Rinaldi, Patent Wines, Napa Valley, defining the term “Rutherford Dust”. Learn more by visiting www.patentwines.com
Likely one of the most important elements of winemaking is experience. Eric Risch and Tom Rinaldi have that covered. Patent Wines is the result several years in the wine business and some very notable labels to their credit. Never to be taken too seriously, they make some seriously great wine. Best of all is the [...]
A Winemaker’s journey can be best described as challenging. Those in love with the concept of making wine usually start in the cellar or maybe at harvest. Those who know, surviving harvest is the toughest time of all since winemakers grow out of harvest. Ian McClellan knew harvest well, then became Cellar Master and now, [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Ian McClellan, Assistant Winemaker, Anaba Winery, Sonoma, defining the term “Pickling”. Learn more by visiting www.anabawines.com
A Winemaker’s journey can be best described as challenging. Those in love with the concept of making wine usually start in the cellar or maybe at harvest. Those who know, surviving harvest is the toughest time of all since winemakers grow out of harvest. Ian McClellan knew harvest well, then became Cellar Master and now, [...]
Operating a winery in Napa Valley for 100 years is simply an astronomical accomplishment! Family owned makes that even more impressive. The Bartolucci Family, Susan, Buck, Taylor and Brette are very hands on when it comes to operating the winery which is located in the Carneros district of Napa. Its been ten years since our [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Buck Bartolucci of Madonna Estate, Napa Valley, defining the term “Consistency”. Learn more by visiting www.madonnaestate.com
Operating a winery in Napa Valley for 100 years is simply an astronomical accomplishment! Family owned makes that even more impressive. The Bartolucci Family, Susan, Buck, Taylor and Brette are very hands on when it comes to operating the winery which is located in the Carneros district of Napa. Its been ten years since our [...]
Part Two of our journey to Abruzzo, Italy just a couple weeks ago. This video shows the faces and places we visited. The wines were excellent and the entire group were treated to an exceptional experience. Cheers! www.lifebetweenthevines.com or www.vinidabruzzo.it
Two weeks ago I had the privilege of visiting the Abruzzo region of Italy, along with a group of US and Canadian journalists. Montepulciano d’Abruzzo has been a favorite for a long time and with that we tasted Trebbiano, Pecorino and Cococciolla among others. The sparkling and Rosé were also very tasty. Our program this [...]
Two weeks ago I had the privilege of visiting the Abruzzo region of Italy, along with a group of US and Canadian journalists. Montepulciano d’Abruzzo has been a favorite for a long time and with that we tasted Trebbiano, Pecorino and Cococciolla among others. The sparkling and Rosé were also very tasty. Our program this [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature our friend Pam Starr of Crocker & Starr, Napa Valley defining the term “Dry Dip”. Learn more by visiting www.crockerstarr.com
The history of Napa Valley and Sonoma may be surprising to those that take the time to read up on the past. The colorful characters of history almost seem to be reborn in modern day winemaking. Buena Vista Winery is like a living character, with a long history of winemaking in California. Brian Maloney is [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Brian Maloney, Winemaker at Buena Vista Winery, Napa/Sonoma, defining the term “Bunghole”. Learn more by visiting www.buenavistawinery.com.
The history of Napa Valley and Sonoma may be surprising to those that take the time to read up on the past. The colorful characters of history almost seem to be reborn in modern day winemaking. Buena Vista Winery is like a living character, with a long history of winemaking in California. Brian Maloney is [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video we feature Winemaker Aaron Pott of Pott Wines in Napa Valley, defining a very specific French phrase! Learn more by visiting www.pottwine.com
Carneros is an area of Napa Valley that has it’s very own hypnotic attraction. Winemakers that make wine in Carneros not only fall in love with the AVA, but also find it’s appeal incredibly peaceful. Winemaker Chris Kajani is a native of Napa and is well aware of the magic of Carneros. We met up [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Winemaker Chris Kajani of Bouchaine Vineyards in Napa Valley, defining the term “Drive like your Mom works here”. Learn more by visiting www.bouchaine.com
Carneros is an area of Napa Valley that has it’s very own hypnotic attraction. Winemakers that make wine in Carneros not only fall in love with the AVA, but also find it’s appeal incredibly peaceful. Winemaker Chris Kajani is a native of Napa and is well aware of the magic of Carneros. We met up [...]
Vino Lingo Video is wine terms defined by the winemakers. Everything from Minimalism to Racking to MOG. These winemakers are growing some of the worlds finest wine. Watch, listen and learn. Cheers. www.lifebetweenthevines.com
Is it possible to say we use the word “passion” too often? Not really. Winemakers like Pam Starr are the very definition of passion. She’s also great fun to chat with! Pam has been a dear friend for many years and a loyal follower of the podcast. Each time we talk we realize it can [...]
For this segment of Vino Lingo, Crocker & Starr Founding Winemaker & Owner Pam Starr defines the term “Dry Dip”. Learn more by visiting www.crockerstarr.com
Is it possible to say we use the word “passion” too often? Not really. Winemakers like Pam Starr are the very definition of passion. She’s also great fun to chat with! Pam has been a dear friend for many years and a loyal follower of the podcast. Each time we talk we realize it can [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Brian Hosmer of Chateau Chantal, Traverse City, Michigan, defining the term “Grape Racists”. Learn more by visiting www.chateauchantal.com
There are many schools in the US where one can learn to become a winemaker. But the most important school, is the winery experience. Gustavo Gonzalez’s education comes from several wine growing areas around the globe, but likely the most important classroom was Robert Mondavi Winery. It was there Gustavo honed his craft to become [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Winemaker Gustavo Gonzalez of Mira Winery, Napa Valley, defining the term “Franc Blanc”. Learn more by visiting www.miranapa.com
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Katya Deras of Katya Vineyards Restaurant, Ocala, Florida, defining the term “Boujie Swirl”. Learn more by visiting www.katyavineyards.com
To quote Antonio Capaldo, Chairman of Feudi di San Gregorio, Italy, “The hidden share holder in a vineyard, is time”. Meaningful words from a winemaker. Antonio also noted that in addition to the four basic elements that make up terrior; climate, soil, terrain (or topography) and organisms in the vineyard, the fifth element is man. [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Antonio Capaldo of Feudi di San Gregorio, Italy, defining the term “Fireplace Wine”. Learn more by visiting www.feudi.it/en or @feudi_di_san_gregorio
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Elizabeth DeLouise Gant of Conn Greek Winery, Napa Valley defining the term “Rutherford Dust”. Learn more by visiting www.conncreek.com
7th generation winemaker Charles de Bournet is CEO of Domaine de Lapostolle, a title which he considers to be Chief Entertainment Officer. Indeed, Charles was great fun to chat with during our phone call last week. A French family making wine in Chile is unique, but growing wine with vines over 100 years old having [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Charles de Bournet of Domaine de Lapostolle, Chile, defining the term “Empanada”. Learn more about Lapostolle by visiting www.lapostollewines.com
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Henrik Poulsen of Release Winery, Napa Valley, defining the term “Bleed”. Learn more by visiting www.releasewinery.com
Our Vino Lingo segment has grown tremendously over the last 14 years. So its time once again to offer a podcast that is a snapshot of many of these interesting and unusual wine terms. Due to the limitations of travel over the last two years, some definitions are in person and others are by phone. [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Sean Lapacek of Rock n Woll Winery in Poynette, Wisconsin, defining the term “Beast”. Learn more by visiting www.rocknwoolwinery.com
On a trip to Ocala, Florida back in April of 2021 I happened upon Sokol Vineyards, which eventually lead me to Katya Vineyards Restaurant in downtown Ocala. For those who are not familiar with this part of Florida, Ocala is regarded as the horse capitol of the US. You can drive for miles along country [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Katya Deras of Katya Vineyards Restaurant, Ocala, Florida defining the term “Boujie Swirl”. Learn more by visiting www.katyavineyards.com
On a trip to Ocala, Florida back in April of 2021 I happened upon Sokol Vineyards, which eventually lead me to Katya Vineyards Restaurant in downtown Ocala. For those who are not familiar with this part of Florida, Ocala is regarded as the horse capitol of the US. You can drive for miles along country [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Reilly Keenan of Keenan Winery, Napa Valley defining the term “Mega Purple”. Learn more by visiting www.keenanwinery.com
Visiting Italy is certainly a special experience but, if that’s not within your budget you should take a break and read Robert Camuto’s excellent book “South of Somewhere: Wine, Food and the Soul of Italy”. Robert’s book will open your eyes to the lesser travelled areas of Italy where the locals are as colorful as [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Author Robert Camuto defining the term “Bollicine”. Learn more by visiting www.robertcamuto.com
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Wayne Bailey, Winegrower at Youngberg Hill Winery, Willamette Valley, defining the term “Winegrower”. Learn more by visting www.youngberghill.com
We are living in a digital world and Jessica Kogan of Vintage Wine Estates knows what it takes to manage this world. With several brands to work with, Jessica understands the complex world of marketing wine to a changing consumer base. I caught up with Jessica just a few weeks ago to learn about Vintage [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Jessican Kogan, Chief Marketing Officer & Chief Digital Officer, Vintage Wine Estates, defining the term “Cork Dork”. Learn more by visiting www.vintagewineestates.com
This week we feature a favorite Vino Lingo Video featuring Dario Sattui defining the phrase “Crazy Bastard Who Built the Castle”. Learn more by visiting www.castellodiamorosa.com
Being a Negociant gives one the ability to make wine just about anywhere. And its not unusual to find such winemakers in many parts of the country. The challenges may are great, but to Chrishon Lampley of Love Cork Screw Wines, they are nothing new. Chrishon is the first African America woman in the midwest [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Chrishon Lampley of Love Cork Screw Wines, Chicago defining the term “Corked”. Learn more by visiting www.lovecorkscrew.com
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Winemaker Tom Rinaldi from Napa Valley, defining the term “Anger Management”. Learn more by Googling Tom Rinaldi (not the sports guy)
Smaller producers in the wine industry show great strength in their independence. Time in the vineyard, time in the cellar and time tasting produces great small batch wines. Michael Michaud is very hands on. Michaud Vineyard in Soledad is his passion and you’ll hear that love in his voice. We chatted with Michael on the [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Steve Tonella of SR Tonella Cellars, Napa Valley defining the term “Rutherford Dust”. Learn more by visiting www.srtonellacellars.com.
Its refreshing to see that women winemakers now have a greater presence in the wine industry. In fact a few of our recent podcasts have been with these winemakers. The best part is, they are making some fantastic wines. Today we spoke with Jenna Davis and Julie Cooper, both are Associate Winemakers at DuMol Winery [...]
This week we feature Julie Cooper, Associate Winemaker at DuMol Winery, Sonoma, defining the term “Longevity”. Learn more by visiting www.dumol.com
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Jenna Davis of DuMol Winery in Sonoma, defining the term “High Density”. Lean more by visiting www.dumol.com.
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Bill Sweat of Winderlea Vineyard & Winery in the Willamette Valley, defining the term “Preps”. Learn more by visiting www.winderlea.com
Like some in the industry, Tami McKay started as a home winemaker with no definite plan to make it a full time living. After extensive education she made that passion a career. Today Tami is Winemaker at Windsor Vineyards in Hopland, California. Tami has infectious enthusiasm and has continued to grow her passion for wine [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Tami McKay, Winemaker at Windsor Vineyards in Hopland, California, defining the term “Wonky”. Learn more by visiting www.windsorvineyards.com
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment (#69) we feature Blair & Laura Lott of Rescue Dog Wines in Lodi, defining the term “Lodi Rules”. Learn more by visiting www.rescuedogwines.com
Jill Osur is President and CEO of Teneral Cellars a digital brands winery which, other than making great wine, is dedicated to diversity and inclusion. Jill’s mission is to bring women all race, backgrounds and ethnicities to the front of the wine industry. The dragon logo tells the story and I spoke with Jill to [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature our old friend Jean Hoefliger, Consulting Winemaker, defining the term “al dente”. Learn more by visiting www.jhwineconsulting.com
Spending time with Winemaker Nick Goldschmidt is quite simply, fascinating. Vineyards and winemaking really go beyond passion for Nick. His knowledge is deep but he always explains his views on wine in easy to understand terms. Every conversation is a wine education filled with lots of laughs. I thank Nick for this interview as he [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Nick Goldschmidt, Owner & Winemaker at Goldschmidt Vineyards in Sonoma, defining the terms “Dimers & Trimers”. Learn more by visiting www.goldschmidtvineyards.com.
Spending time with Winemaker Nick Goldschmidt is quite simply, fascinating. Vineyards and winemaking really go beyond passion for Nick. His knowledge is deep but he always explains his views on wine in easy to understand terms. Every conversation is a wine education filled with lots of laughs. I thank Nick for this interview as he [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Whitney Yates of Yates Family Vineyard in Napa Valley defining the term “Snappy Skins”. Learn more by visiting www.yatesfamilyvineyard.com
Making wine in Napa Valley for over 20 years now, Henrik Poulsen brings great experience to the table, as well as his very own brand, Release. While Release is bottled is small quantities, I find that is the type of wine many of our listeners look for. Originally from Denmark, Henrik has made Napa Valley [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Henrik Poulsen of Release Winery in Napa Valley defining the term “Bleed”. Learn more by visiting www.releasewinery.com
Making wine in Napa Valley for over 20 years now, Henrik Poulsen brings great experience to the table, as well as his very own brand, Release. While Release is bottled is small quantities, I find that is the type of wine many of our listeners look for. Originally from Denmark, Henrik has made Napa Valley [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video series we feature Salvatore Avallone of Villa Matilde, Italy, defining the term “Clay Amphora”. Learn more by visiting www.villamatilde.it
Taking notice of wines in various parts of the United States is paying big dividends to wine lovers. Virginia is an area that has achieved notice in fine wine offerings. I spoke with Ben Jordan, Winemaker for Early Mountain Vineyards in Madison, Virginia just a couple weeks ago and have once again had my eyes [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Ben Jordan, Winemaker at Early Mountain Vineyards in Madison, Virginia, defining the phrase “Progress Past Nostalgia”. Learn more by visiting www.earlymountain.com
Since the start of this podcast over 13 years ago I’ve interviewed Stu Smith several times. I’ve always enjoyed his candor and humor. He’s a very smart guy. This was one of the most fun and highly educating interviews I’ve done with Stu. I enjoyed every minute. Its also one of the few times we [...]
Since the start of this podcast over 13 years ago I’ve interviewed Stu Smith several times. I’ve always enjoyed his candor and humor. He’s a very smart guy. This was one of the most fun and highly educating interviews I’ve done with Stu. I enjoyed every minute. Its also one of the few times we [...]
Since the start of this podcast over 13 years ago I’ve interviewed Stu Smith several times. I’ve always enjoyed his candor and humor. He’s a very smart guy. This was one of the most fun and highly educating interviews I’ve done with Stu. I enjoyed every minute. Its also one of the few times we [...]
The Vinoce Winery tasting room can be found in the city of Napa in a cozy space close to the Napa river. Vinoce’s winemaker Keith Emerson wears many hats when it comes to making wine. That keeps harvest all the more interesting. The fact is, I’ve always felt that the smaller quantity production a wine [...]
This week we feature Keith Emerson, Winemaker at Vinoce Winery in Napa Valley, defining the term “Zippy”. Learn more by visiting www.vinoce.com
The Vinoce Winery tasting room can be found in the city of Napa in a cozy space close to the Napa river. Vinoce’s winemaker Keith Emerson wears many hats when it comes to making wine. That keeps harvest all the more interesting. The fact is, I’ve always felt that the smaller quantity production a wine [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo Video series we feature Tom Mackey of Tom Mackey Cellars in Sonoma, defining the term “RO”. You can learn more by visiting www.mackeycellars.com
Passion, patience and palate. Words Daniel Daou of Patrimony Estate lives by. Daniel has a deep love for wine and understands the time and care it takes to bring grapes to their highest representation of terroir. I spoke with Daniel on the phone a few weeks ago and intently listened to the story of what [...]
This week we feature Daniel Daou of Patrimony Estate in Paso Robles defining the term “Vine Balance”. Learn more by visiting www.patrimonyestate.com
This week we on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Linda Neal of Tierra Roja in Napa Valley, defining the term “Suckering”. Learn more by visiting www.tierraroja.com
Several years ago I met Ken Nerlove, owner of Elkhorn Peak Cellars, at a tasting in Napa Valley. His Pinot Noir along with his humor, found a place in my memory. Last year I recorded his daughter Elise as part of the Save the Family Farms Podcast (#374). For this podcast I met with both [...]
This week we feature Ken Nerlove of Elkhorn Peak Cellars in Napa Valley defining the phrase “It is what is is”. Learn more by visiting www.elkhornpeak.com
Winemakers certainly don’t grow on trees but they do grow from many diverse backgrounds in the workforce. Their passion always grows to the surface. Stephen Cruzan is Winemaker at Titus Vineyards, a well known name is Napa Valley. The Titus tasting room was completed only a few years ago and is easily found on the [...]
Its good to be back at an live event in wine country! This weeks podcast was recorded at the 2021 WIN Expo Trade Show & Conference held in Sonoma County two weeks ago. For this program we interviewed seven industry exhibitors that provide support to winegrowers with tractors, corks, bottles and other items that most [...]
Its good to be back at an live event in wine country! This weeks podcast was recorded at the 2021 WIN Expo Trade Show & Conference held in Sonoma County two weeks ago. For this program we interviewed seven industry exhibitors that provide support to winegrowers with tractors, corks, bottles and other items that most [...]
Our last visit with Tom Gamble of Gamble Family Vineyards was back in September of 2016 (Podcast #199) and now we are back in the Valley, in person with Tom. Gamble Family Vineyards is hidden in plain sight just off highway 29 and well worth the find. I met up with Tom in early December [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Tom Gamble, Owner Gamble Family Vineyard in Napa Valley, defining the term “Ambulo Blanc”. Learn more by visiting www.gamblefamilyvineyards.com
Our last visit with Tom Gamble of Gamble Family Vineyards was back in September of 2016 (Podcast #199) and now we are back in the Valley, in person with Tom. Gamble Family Vineyards is hidden in plain sight just off highway 29 and well worth the find. I met up with Tom in early December [...]
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Stephen Cruzan, Winemaker at Titus Vineyards, Napa Valley, defining the term “Goo Factor”. Learn more by visiting www.titusvineyards.com
Winemakers certainly don’t grow on trees but they do grow from many diverse backgrounds in the workforce. Their passion always grows to the surface. Stephen Cruzan is Winemaker at Titus Vineyards, a well known name is Napa Valley. The Titus tasting room was completed only a few years ago and is easily found on the [...]
Several years ago I met Ken Nerlove, owner of Elkhorn Peak Cellars, at a tasting in Napa Valley. His Pinot Noir along with his humor, found a place in my memory. Last year I recorded his daughter Elise as part of the Save the Family Farms Podcast (#374). For this podcast I met with both [...]
Winemaker Jean Hoefliger has been a friend for many years. I learn something new every time we talk. He makes excellent wines for several labels. This time I caught up with him, in person, at the AXR Winery on highway 29 during a wine club event. This was one of the best interviews I’ve ever [...]
Winemaker Jean Hoefliger has been a friend for many years. I learn something new every time we talk. He makes excellent wines for several labels. This time I caught up with him, in person, at the AXR Winery on highway 29 during a wine club event. This was one of the best interviews I’ve ever [...]