Podcasts about barrel tasting

In this week's live episode we are going to dive into barrel aging and the pitfalls of trying wine before its time. Be sure to tune in during the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6pm PST for our live podcast sessions!www.youtube.com/mtgawines

Episode 169 | Barrel Tasting Weekend the 45th Year! We sip on some Korbel Sparkling wine and Beth gives us the top ten reasons you need to attend the 45th Annual Barrel Tasting event. Marcy shares a new book called Wine Style. Wine of The Day: Korbel Natural Sparkling Wine Wine Book of the Day: Wine Book of the Day: Wine Style— Discover the Wines You Will Love Through 50 Simple Recipes by Kate Leahy Podcast Sponsor: Ron Rubin Winery  SHOW NOTES 1:04 Wine of the Day: Korbel Natural Sparking wine. Beth's favorite to make her “BethMosa” cocktail with Blood Orange San Pellegrino. 1:55 Shout out to wine writer Rebecca Germolus for her contributions to the Wine Road blog --Along the Wine Road. Check out all her posts at www.alongthewineroad.com 2:39 Beth covers the Top Ten Reasons to come to Barrel Tasting March 3,4, &5th 2023. Buy your tickets now. 15:55 Wine Book of the Day—Wine Style: Discover the Wines You Will Love Through 50 Simple Recipes by Kate Leahy. Links  Korbel Wine Along the Wine Road Blog Barrel Tasting Tickets Wine Style Ron Rubin Winery Credits: The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. http://thresholdstudios.info/

Cigar Dave conducts Special Knob Creek Single Barrel Tasting Selection Maneuvers to conclude Bourbon Heritage Month with our resident Sommelier Tommy D from Corona Cigars and Richard Auwaeter from Beam Suntory.

Cigar Dave conducts Special Knob Creek Single Barrel Tasting Selection Maneuvers to conclude Bourbon Heritage Month with our resident Sommelier Tommy D from Corona Cigars and Richard Auwaeter from Beam Suntory.

What's the deal with barrel tasting? This week La Vie Dasante join to help us learn the tips, trick, and fun facts about barrel tasting and why you should give it a try. Pour yourself a glass and enjoy! Cheers! Marc Website: www.theunsophisticatedpalate.com Music: Happy Clappy by John Bartmann Artwork: Marlon Kalis

  Welcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce to you, Simone Popov. Simone Popov is a fascinating wine enthusiast who had an unconventional path into the wine industry. After working in various hospitality roles, Simone decided to pursue a wine business-specific MBA from Sonoma State.  You definitely don't want to miss out on Simone's fascinating story and his educational path that reflects his love for wine. Let's dive into his wine story!   [00:01 – 06:47] Opening Segment Simone is on his first podcast! Simone shares his unconventional path to wine Barrel Tasting by the Wine Road in the Sonoma County Wine Association     [06:48- 20:17] Wine MBA and WSET Diploma Simone talks about his experience studying at Sonoma state The beautiful and nitty-gritty side of wine Why wine stories are not sold well Check out Simone's blog, The [Wine] Dispatch Simone's wine jobs after getting an education   [20:18 – 33:31] A Wine Education Recipe for Success Tasting Rooms and Hospitality Flips Simone's Biggest Struggle and Failure in His Career 2022 Journey to Becoming a Jack of All Trades   [33:32 - 39:52] The Tasting Round Learn everything you need to grow your wine, business, or brand with Wine Business Bootcamp where I help other wine producers master the fundamentals of digital marketing, nail their customer experience, and convert more wine tasters into their wine clubs and other offers. Just send me a dm or email at kris@krislevy.com with the subject: Wine Business Bootcamp Favorite go-to wine after a long day Something crisp, something bright, something acidic with a lot of lifts Favorite Go-to Pairing Champagne and sashimi Wine and Vineyard Resources I'll Drink to That! Wine Talk XChateau Wine Podcast   Connect with Simone at https://b2w.wine and LinkedIn Grab your copy of Seven Days on The Wine Road Memoir   Let's continue the Everyday Wine Conversations and connect with me through Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, or feel free to shoot me an email at kris@krislevy.co. You can also check out my website at ​www.​klevywineco.com.   TELL US WHAT YOU THINK! LEAVE A REVIEW + help us get the word out there! Share this podcast to someone who wants to join the wine conversations. Go ahead and take a screenshot, share this to your stories, and tag me on Instagram!   JOIN THE CLUB through this link and handpick wines every month, from up and coming wineries, winemaker owned brands and wineries with unique stories while supporting those wineries directly. You can also join our Facebook Group to connect with other wine lovers, get special tips and tricks, and take your wine knowledge to a whole new level.   Tweetable Quotes:   “I want to be able to convey a fun and interesting story that revolves around wine and really be able to bring people into the world of wine and wine culture” - Simone Popov      

Want to know how to make your mark as a marketplace expert through social media, marketing, and podcasts?Join guest host Howard Fletcher as he shares his experience!00:00 Into01:38 Who is Howard Fletcher?04:05 Barrel Tasting w/ Howard Fletcher06:12 Putting yourself at the market09:28 Position your self somebody that has knowledge10:35 It is not rocket science.15:55 21 years Realestate Howard17:52 How did you become great at seeing an opportunity20:10 Don't quit before you have the opportunity to fail!22:03 Tips to get started25:35 Howard's advice27:00 Howard Contact Information

Wine Road Podcast Episode 140 Sponsored by Ron Rubin Winery Episode 140 | End of the Year Recap with Beth and Marcy As the year draws to a close, Beth and Marcy recap what went down on the Wine Road in 2021 and what's on the horizon for 2022. Wine of the Day – Orsi Vineyards Sparkling Brut Wine Word of the Day – Legs /Tears Podcast Sponsor – Ron Rubin Winery SHOW NOTES 1:15 Wine of the Day-- Orsi Family Sparkling Brut 3:15 Wine and Food Affair recap. 4:35 Tickets on sale now for Winter Wineland in January15 & 16th, 2022 and plans are in the works for Barrel Tasting which will be March 3,4,5,6 2022. 6:16 Our highlight of the year—Wine Road Podcast was inducted into the Taste Awards Hall of Fame and we won best Regional Podcast. Our medal count is now at three! 7:00 But the real highlight is getting email form you, our listeners! So keep those cards and letters coming! 7:50 Word of the Day-- Beth's found a few new words—Awewalk & Thirsty. Our wine word: Legs. 11:18 This year we rebooted our Varietal of the Month feature and you can find them al on the Wine Road website. 11:44 New Members-- Ehert, Baldarssai, and Mengler wines all joined the Wine Road in 2021. Other news stuff-- New coffee shop in Geyserville, the Montage hotel, and wine Road member Coyote Sonoma doing music and trivia nights. Also new in Occidental --Altamont General Store. 14:40 Geyserville Inn has been newly remodeled and it's surrounded by vineyards and next door is the Geyserville Grill 15:28 New in Sebastopol Sonoma Burger, and Blue Ridge in the Barlow 16:08 More things to check out--Sonoma Canopy Tours is happening and the Armstrong Woods have reopened! Check out Sonoma County Parks for links to all types of activities. Green Music Center at Sonoma State. 18:00 Order a Wine Road map to plan your visit. Things are popping again! Links Orsi Sparkling Wine https://orsifamilyvineyards.com/index.html Ehert https://www.ehretwinery.com/ Baldassari https://www.bfwwine.com/ Mengler https://www.menglerwine.com/ Coyote Sonoma https://www.coyotesonoma.com/ Geyserville Inn   https://geyservilleinn.com/ Altamont General Store https://www.altamontgeneralstore.com/ Sonoma Burger   https://www.sonomaburger.com/ Blue Ridge Kitchen https://brkitchen.com/ Podcast Sponsor: Ron Rubin Winery -- https://ronrubinwinery.com/ Wine Road https://www.wineroad.com Wine Road Podcast Instagram -- @wineroadpodcast Credits: The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. http://thresholdstudios.info/

Spring Happening’s Along the Wine Road 2021 It’s Spring along the Wine Road and Beth is here to let you know what’s happening now and upcoming in Northern Sonoma County. We also sip on some Grenache from Jigar Wines, Marcy tells us about a new Sparkling Wine book by Katherine Cole, and Beth has an item –The Vinrella! Wine of the Day: Jigar Grenache Book of the Day: Sparkling Wine Anytime by Katherine Cole Item of the Day: The Vinrella! SHOW NOTES 1:00 Wine of the Day -- Jigar 2016 Grenache 5:31 – Barrel Tasting has been moved to 2022 6:48 New May Event –Member May, Be a Wine Club member for a Day! Details about 8 Days in May are on the website now. 11:11 Wine Road Tasting Pass has re-launched One Pass is good for 2 people. Check website for new details and options. 15:03 Book of the Day: Katherine Cole has a new book Sparkling Wine Anytime 16:42 Beth has an item! The Vinrella- a wine bottle shaped umbrella. Perfect for a Wine Country rain shower or a walk in the sun. Come Visit Us! UPDATE: WINE ROAD won BEST LIFESTYLE PODCAST 2021 at the Taste Awards and was inducted into Taste Award the Hall Of Fame!! Thank you for your votes! Links Jigar Wines Sparkling Wine Anytime by Katherine Cole The Vinrella 8 Days In May May 24-31, 2021 Wine Road Sonoma County Winegrowers Wine Road Podcast Instagram -- @wineroadpodcast Credits: The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. http://thresholdstudios.info/    

New Events Spring Preview We are back from hiatus! This jam-packed episode gives the scoop on all the new and upcoming events for Spring 2021. Tune in, take notes, and have a few laughs with Beth and Marcy! Also we need your vote! So stay tuned to the end for details. Note: Please pardon the muffled sound –we are still masked in the studio and following Covid protocols. SHOW NOTES 0:30 What we did on hiatus – Beth worked. Marcy wrote. 3:30 Shout-out to all the California Wine AVA Associations working together thru Covid times and during wildfires throughout the state. 5:07 SONOMA COUNTY UPDATE - Currently wineries are open but for OUTDOOR tasting only. Most are open Thursday thru Sunday. Call ahead to make an appointment. 7:24 Library Wine Weekend -- First weekend in March 6 & 7, 2021. Don't miss this Great opportunity to taste past vintages! Check out the link below and on the website. 10:35 The Great Wine Road Easter Egg Barrel Hunt! -- March 8- April 11, 2021. Hunt for decorated wine barrels take a photo and tag it and share with #eastereggbarrels and #wineroadbarrels to win an awesome prize package from Wine Road. Check www.wineroad.com for details. 14:30 Wine Love Weekend March 19-21st, 2021. This is a New Event! 42 wineries participating tickets go on sale March 1st, 2021. Need to make a reservation at each winery you want to visit. Check out the program on www. wineroad.com 18:15 UPDATE: Barrel Tasting Weekend moved to May 24-30th, 2021. Check website for tickets and reservations and all the details on how Barrel Tasting will work this year. 22:44 Subject to Change – Beth’s new motto! Always check the Wine Road website for the latest information. 25:11 Townsy Sebastopol – a new app for locals and visitors. Great resource for events, restaurants, shopping, and more. Check it out. 26:56 Shout-out to Bryce Jones in Geyserville, decorated wine barrel idea was his idea. Bryce organized a community art event, invited Wine Road to join the fun. Check out Geyserville for more barrel art. 29:30 Wine Road office is currently shut down so please be patient--we will answer your emails as soon as possible. 31:50 ONE MORE THING--- VOTE FOR WINE ROAD! Wine Road will be inducted into the 2020 Taste Award Hall of Fame -- but we still need your VOTE! Wine Road is nominated for Peoples Choice Taste Award in two categories: Best Food/Drink Podcast and Best Lifestyle Podcast. We won last year because of your votes. So lets do it again. Voting ends March 12th --Link to vote here: http://tastingdark.com/taste-awardsviewers-choice-2021-voting/ Links Taste Awards Peoples Choice—Vote for Wine Road here Taste Awards 2020 Hall of Fame Easter Egg Barrel Hunt Library Tasting WineLove Weekend Barrel Tasting Townsy Sebastopol Wine Road https://www.wineroad.com Sonoma County Winegrowers -- https://sonomawinegrape.org/ Wine Road Podcast Instagram -- @wineroadpodcast Credits: The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA.        

Join Howard and Beth Erickson, President and CEO of Visit Loudoun, as they spend an episode chatting about the craft beverage industry in Loudoun County.   In this episode you will learn:  Locals, Businesses, and Officials – Shaping the Loudoun County Wine Scene.  Running craft brewery beyond wine and the secret sauce of each craft breweries.  Clusters of wine experiences in Loudoun County.  Why craft beverage is a beautiful experience no matter what.  Craft beverage moving forward – Supporting Local!   About Visit Loudoun:  Visit Loudoun is the destination marketing organization (DMO) for Loudoun County and its incorporated towns. The organization is charged with developing and implementing a comprehensive destination marketing program designed to attract visitors to the region who in turn generate economic, employment taxes for the region. Visit Loudoun also works with the industry to implement a county-wide tourism destination development strategy.  Visit Loudoun is committed to the diverse and culturally rich community we serve and to ensuring that Loudoun County is a welcoming destination.  To be a "must visit" destination supported by a community that recognizes the economics and quality of life benefits that come from sharing our home with visitors. Loudoun County will be the preferred east coast destination for lovers of artisanal, epicurean, and culturally rich experiences.  To stimulate the sustainability and enhancement of Loudoun County's economy and quality of life by advocating for smart destination development and marketing an exceptional experience to travel consumers worldwide.  Connect with Visit Loudoun on:  Website: https://www.visitloudoun.org/ (https://www.visitloudoun.org/)  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VisitLoudoun/ (https://www.facebook.com/VisitLoudoun/)  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visitloudoun/ (https://www.instagram.com/visitloudoun/)  Twitter: https://twitter.com/VisitLoudoun (https://twitter.com/VisitLoudoun)    Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:  Website: https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/)  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod)  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod)  Twitter: https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC)     

Join Howard and Kenny Borkmann, Master Brewer of Brookeville Beer Farm, as they spend an episode chatting about Kenny's history in the business and the craft beer industry in Maryland.    About Visit Brookville Beer Farm:  A European style beer hall with an iconic steeple top and circular bar, Brookeville Beer Farm in Montgomery County, MD has been a staple for locals since July of 2016.  Connect with Visit Brookeville Beer Farm on:  Website: https://www.brookevillebeerfarm.com/ (https://www.brookevillebeerfarm.com/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookevillebeerfarm/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brookevillebeerfarm/ (https://www.instagram.com/brookevillebeerfarm/) Twitter: https://twitter.com/brookevillebeer    Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:  Website: https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/)  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod)  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod)  Twitter: https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC)     

Join Howard Fletcher and his conversation with Jeff Ramirez, co-founder and Chief Beer Officer of Denizens Brewing Co. In this role, Jeff is responsible for all aspects of beer production, both for taproom and wholesale consumption. In addition to brewing over 150+ beers to-date and developing a popular core lineup, making Denizens one of the most popular craft breweries in Montgomery County, Maryland. In this episode, you’ll learn:  Jeff has brewed his entire professional life having previously worked in breweries in the Philadelphia, PA area and Boulder, CO. Jeff's experiences at the Siebel Institute and World Brewing Academy and how they shaped his brewing style. How Jeff found himself starting the first legal craft brewing business in Montgomery County, Maryland.   Jeff successfully established an extensive barrel aging program at Denizens. And much more!  ~  You can find Denizens Brewing Co. on:  • Website: https://www.denizensbrewingco.com/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/citizensbrewco/ (https://www.facebook.com/citizensbrewco/) • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denizensbrewing/ (https://www.instagram.com/denizensbrewing/) You can find Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:  • Website: https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/)  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod)  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod)  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

Brad and Chris review the first taste of the 2020 pinot noirs from the cave. 

Join Howard Fletcher in Loudoun, Virginia, with Nate Walsh, the winegrower and one of the owners of Walsh Family Wine. In their company, Nate and his wife, Sarah, make a great team. They produce delicious, authentic Virginia premium wines. Learn more about their business, Nate’s experiences in the wine industry, and more. Enjoy the episode now!  In this episode, you’ll learn:  How Nate got into the wine industry even though he didn’t know a lot about wine.  You can make very different things out of kind of the same starting point.  Before Nate was drinking wine at home, he was drinking at work!  His wife Sarah has been an incredible help in his journey and career.  He worked as a head winemaker at the Sunset Hills Vineyard.  And much more!   ~  About Walsh Family Wine:  Nate Walsh is a career winegrower. Starting as a cellar rat at Horton Vineyards, in Central, Virginia, he went on to work in vineyards and wineries in the Willamette Valley and Central Otago before spending seven years as the winemaker and vineyard manager for Sunset Hills Vineyard, in Purcellville, Virginia, during a time of large expansion. During this time, he began searching for a site from which he knew one could create truly premium Virginia wine.  Sarah, conversely, comes from a background of fine dining, fine wine sales, and wine education. Beginning her career at restaurants in Chicago, Atlanta, and Northern Virginia, Sarah shifted into fine wine sales, working for a wholesaler/importer on the East Coast. She holds a Diploma from the Wine & Spirits Education Trust.   Sarah and Nate met in 2012, married in 2013, and founded Walsh Family Wine in 2014.   ~  You can find Walsh Family Wine on:  • Website: https://www.walshfamilywine.com/ (https://www.walshfamilywine.com/)  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walshfamilywine/ (https://www.facebook.com/walshfamilywine/)  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walshfamilywine/ (https://www.instagram.com/walshfamilywine/)  You can find Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:  • Website: https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/)  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod)  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod)  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

Join us this week for all the ins and outs of barrel tasting! Pour yourself a barrel aged glass of something delicious and enjoy! Cheers! Marc Website: www.theunsophisticatedpalate.com Music: Happy Clappy by John Bartmann Artwork: Marlon Kalis

Join Howard Fletcher in Loudoun, Virginia with Scott Harris, one of the founders of the Catoctin Creek. Scott and his wife, Becky, started this business because of their love for winemaking. They are the first legal distillery in Loudoun County, Virginia since the prohibition. Catoctin Creek continuously produces and provides their customers the finest spirits in Virginia.   In this episode, you’ll learn: ·      Transitioning from working in the telecommunications industry and the government to finally opening their business. ·      The story of Scott’s light bulb moment that made him decide he wants to start his own distillery. ·      He worked at a winery in the great state of Starkville, Mississippi. ·      Why did they decide to move to Loudoun County, Virginia’s wine country, and start a distillery even when there were already 40 wineries there? ·      George Washington's Distillery became the largest commercial distillery in the United States. ·      And much more!  ~ About Scott Harris: Scott graduated with honors from Georgia Tech. He spent the last twenty years building a software career in telecommunication systems and government IT solutions and traded it all in for the chance to own and run his own distillery. Liquors of all types are his greatest love (besides Becky, of course). Whiskeys from Scotland, Ireland, and the United States. Brandy from France and Germany. And eclectic German bitters called Boonekamp. "It's good for the digestive!" as his old German grandmother used to say. ~ You can find Catoctin Creek on: ·      Website: https://catoctincreekdistilling.com/ (https://catoctincreekdistilling.com/) ·      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/catoctincreek/ (https://www.facebook.com/catoctincreek/) ·      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catoctincreek/ (https://www.instagram.com/catoctincreek/) ·      Twitter: https://twitter.com/catoctincreek/ (https://twitter.com/catoctincreek/) You can find Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on: ·      Website:https://barreltastingpod.com/ ( https://barreltastingpod.com/) ·      Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ( https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod)  ·      Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ( https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod)  ·      Twitter:https://twitter.com/fletchDC ( https://twitter.com/fletchDC)

Join Howard Fletcher in Silver Spring, Maryland, with Christian Layke, the Co-owner, CEO, and Master Brewer of the Silver Branch Brewing Company. They talk all about the company’s amazing services, using various brewing styles of other countries in making their products. They serve different kinds of beer, wine, cocktails, and coffee! And as they like to say, “Silver Branch’s beers will be multi-dimensional so that the last sip of your last beer is as pleasing as the first sip of your first beer.” In this episode, you’ll learn: ·      How Christian fell in love with the process of making beer that eventually turned into his career. ·      Recapturing cultural experiences and using those different styles in the recipe. ·      Describing the taste and brewing styles of Asian beer. ·      All about the pilsners and the balanced beers of Central Europe. ·      Emerald Castle, a green lager made by the Silver Branch Company. ·      What are the Silver Branch Brewing flagship beers? ·      And more!  ~ About Silver Branch Brewing: Silver Branch Brewing Company is a production brewery and taproom located in the heart of Downtown Silver Spring immediately adjacent to the Silver Spring red line metro stop. Silver Branch was founded by Christian Layke and Brett A. Robison in January 2017. As long-time beer lovers with an appreciation for the four major brewing cultures, they will brew and serve excellent beer inspired by European and American beer traditions. Silver Branch’s beers will be multi-dimensional so that the last sip of your last beer is as pleasing as the first sip of your first beer. We look forward to welcoming you into our taproom fall of 2018. ~ You can find Christian Layke and Silver Branch Brewing on: ·      Website: https://www.silverbranchbrewing.com/ (https://www.silverbranchbrewing.com/) ·      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/silverbranchus/ (https://www.facebook.com/silverbranchus/) ·      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silverbranchus (https://www.instagram.com/silverbranchus) ·      Twitter: https://twitter.com/silverbranchus/ (https://twitter.com/silverbranchus/) You can find Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on: ·      Website: https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/) ·      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod)  ·      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod)  ·      Twitter: https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

Join Howard as he makes a little trip down to Virginia wine country, to the town of Leesburg, to meet Bill Hatch of Zephaniah Farm Vineyard, a place that Travel and Leisure magazine named as one of its top 25 wineries in the United States in 2018. They’re going to talk about Zephaniah Farm Vineyard’s rich history and how they were able to transform their dairy farm into a thriving vineyard that sells some of the best wines in the country. In this episode, you’ll learn: ●     The story behind Zephaniah Farm Vineyard. From dairy farming to wine growing! ●     The wins and challenges of growing grapes in Virginia’s climate. ●     What grape varieties grow best in the area? ●     Understanding Virginia wine and its difference from California wine varieties ●     Why you should focus on making the wine first before doing the business ●     And more!  About Zephaniah Farm Vineyard:  Zephaniah is a Loudoun County farm winery proud of handcrafting fine wines from the grapes we grow on the family farm. It is a family winery on a third-generation family farm. The winery is named after our great- grandfather Zephaniah. Our wine is carefully crafted by Bill and Tremain Hatch, a father and son team. Bill and Tremain grow our grapes. Their attentive, earth-friendly farming practices - and the great Loudoun land- produce wonderful grapes. Our tasting room is distinctively located in our family home, built-in 1830, and filled with antiques. We sell Zephaniah wine only in our tasting room, open Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5:30 pm. You can find Zephaniah Farm Vineyard on: ●     Website - https://zephwine.com/ (https://zephwine.com/) ●     Email - Info@zephwine.com ●     Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Zephaniah-Farm-Vineyard-101605249898855/ (facebook.com/Zephaniah-Farm-Vineyard-101605249898855) ●     Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/zephwine/ (instagram.com/zephwine/)   You can find Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on: ●     Website: https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/) ●     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod) ●     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod) Twitter: https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC)

Join Howard as he goes back to Frederick, Maryland, to meet Mark Vierthaler, Head Distiller at Tenth Ward Distilling Company. They’re going to talk about the emerging craft distilling industry in Maryland and their mission to ward off the ordinary with their unique but high-quality bottled spirits. If you want to know more about Maryland’s first Absinthe, you better stick around! In this episode, you’ll learn: ●     Why is Genever considered the grandfather of modern gin? ●     Caraway Rye spirit’s distinct and divisive taste; either you’ll love it, or you’ll hate it! ●     The truth about Absinthe, and the “holy trinity” behind it.  ●     Treating their customers with one-off releases - Pawpaw-infused spirit, anyone? ●     Why American whiskey has a more aggressive taste than European whiskey? ●     Giving craft spirits a chance; Just because it's local doesn't mean it's terrible. ●     And more!   About Tenth Ward Distilling Company:   We are Tenth Ward Distilling Company. We are proud to be woman-owned. We are located in what used to be the Tenth Ward of Frederick City. Specializing in a variety of year-round spirits, we take claim to producing Maryland’s first absinthe (heck yes, it’s real absinthe), and have a passion for developing small-batch, one-time-only limited releases. Everything we make is non-traditional and unconventional, which is why we live fearlessly by our slogan – #wardoffordinary.   You can find Tenth Ward Distilling Company on: ●     Website - https://www.tenthwarddistilling.com/ (https://www.tenthwarddistilling.com/) ●     Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tenthwardco/ (https://www.facebook.com/tenthwardco/) ●     Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/tenthwardco (http://www.twitter.com/tenthwardco) ●     Instagram - http://instagram.com/tenthwardco (http://instagram.com/tenthwardco)   You can find Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on: ●     Website: https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/) ●     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod) ●     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod) Twitter: https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC)

Welcome to the first episode of Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher. Join Howard as he goes to Frederick, Maryland, to meet Braeden Bumpers, one of the founders of McClintock Distilling. If you want to know how a vapor infused gin is made and how a Maryland-style rye whiskey tastes like, you better stay tuned cause you’re in for a treat! In this episode, you’ll learn: ●     The beginning of McClintock Distilling and their journey to becoming the first and only certified organic distillery in Maryland. ●     Who is McClintock Young, and why is McClintock Distilling named after him? ●     Rye whiskey is a growing spirit category, and Maryland is at its forefront. ●     How gin is made and the distinct process of making vapor infused gin. ●     How distillery owners adapt to the changes brought by COVID-19. ●     And more!   About McClintock Distilling: Craft Distillery in the heart of downtown Frederick. Offering tours and tastings, as well as event hosting opportunities. Bottles and merchandise available for purchase on-site. You can find McClintock Distilling on: ●     Website - http://www.mcclintockdistilling.com/ (http://www.mcclintockdistilling.com/) ●     Email - Info@mcclintockdistilling.com ●     Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/McClintockDistilling (facebook.com/McClintockDistilling) ●     Twitter - https://twitter.com/DrinkMcClintock (twitter.com/DrinkMcClintock) ●     Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mcclintockdistilling/ (instagram.com/mcclintockdistilling)  You can find Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on: ●     Website: https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/) ●     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod) ●     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod) Twitter: https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC)

We discuss covid-19 aka the corona virus.  We dive into some medicinal usages of whiskey and then taste Jim Beam Single Barrel.  We keep this episode light and fun because we do believe being positive can boost moral.  And laughter is the best medicine.  Promo shout out to Pop Culture Brews. linktr.ee/marriedmashpod

Please join along with welcoming our two special guests for this podcast, Karissa and Dan! Along with Marcy and Beth, the four talk all about the go-to Sonoma County destinations, from the locals!  Wine, When and Where of Northern Sonoma County with news on events, wineries, wines, dining options, activities, and places to stay. Special Guests Karissa Kruse & Dan Aguilar    Show Notes   Sonoma County Winegrowers Association 1:00 Wine of Podcast: 2018 Longboard Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc  2:00 Dan’s Sonoma County Stops  6:20 Dan’s Tasting Room Choices 12:33 Where do you take out of town visitors?  14:00 Barrel Tasting is here!  16:50 What is the Sonoma County Wine Growers Association all about?  20:00 Last notes from Dan & Karissa 22:00 43rd Annual Barrel Tasting    Links  Sonoma County Winegrowers Association  Longboard Vineyards  Willi’s Wine Bar Russian River Brewery  Annadel Park Pomo Canyon Campground  Shell Beach Blue Heron  Cape Fear Cafe  Jack London State Park  Lynmar Estate Iron Horse  MaCRostie  Francis Ford Coppola Winery  Campo Fina  Valette  Bravas  Diavola  Geyrserville Gun Club Catellis  Locals Tasting Room  Pech Merle Young and Yonder Wine Road   Credits: The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. 

Barrel tasting can be a lot of fun, but how does it work, is it a good idea, and what should you be looking for when you do? Marc is joined by Jeff from La Vie Dansante Wines this week to talk all about the barrel tasting experience. So as always, pour yourself a glass and enjoy! Cheers! Marc Website: www.theunsophisticatedpalate.com Music: Happy Clappy by John Bartmann Artwork: Marlon Kalis

WINE ROAD EPISODE 100!!  | Joy Sterling from Iron Horse Vineyards Please welcome Joy Sterling from Iron Horse Vineyards. Pop open a bottle of bubbly or Pinot Noir with the ladies as we sit back and hear about the Instagram-worthy Iron Horse Vineyards property, the up and coming additions to Iron Horse, and of course, Wine Road’s next event weekend, Barrel Tasting! Wine, When and Where of Northern Sonoma County with news on events, wineries, wines, dining options, activities, and places to stay.   Special Guest Joy Sterling, CEO of Iron Horse Vineyards Show Notes :40 Guest of the Podcast: Joy Sterling from Iron Horse Vineyards :55 Sponsor of the Podcast: Pure Luxury Transportation  2:05 Welcome Joy!  4:20 Wine of the Podcast: Iron Horse Pinot Noir  11:15 Inspiration Vineyard Wine Labels  14:30 Iron Horse Vineyards Winery - Definitely Instagram worthy!  18:35 Oyster Girls; April - October 19:45 Picnics to come!  20:50 Be sure to make an appointment!  23:18 Joy, what’s your favorite Sonoma County hot spots?  24:28 Book of the Podcast: Vignette: Stories of Life and Wine in 100 Bottles by Jane Lopes 26:35 #SipSonoma 28:40 Barrel Tasting Weekend   Links Guest of the Podcast: Joy Sterling from Iron Horse Vineyards Tours & Tastings at Iron Horse Vineyards Sponsor of the Podcast: Pure Luxury Transportation  Wine of the Podcast: Iron Horse 2016 Deer Gate Pinot Noir  The Oyster Girls  Ocean Reserve  Big Bottom Market  Book of the Podcast: Vignette: Stories of Life and Wine in 100 Bottles by Jane Lopes #SipSonoma Barrel Tasting Tickets   Credits: The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. 

Wine Road Episode 99 | Rick Moshin, Winemaker & Owner of Moshin Vineyards Welcome, Rick Moshin from Moshin Vineyards! Rick pops open his 2014 Pearl Anniversary Bubbles in celebration of Moshin Vineyards 30th Anniversary. Tune in to learn all about Moshin Vineyards from Rick himself! Curious where the hummingbird in their logo came from? Let's find out!   Wine, When and Where of Northern Sonoma County with news on events, wineries, wines, dining options, activities, and places to stay.   Special Guest Rick Moshin, Winemaker and Owner of Moshin Vineyards Show Notes  0:25 Sponsor of the Podcast: Visit Santa Rosa  1:45 Guest of the Podcast: Rick Moshin, Winemaker and Owner of Moshin Vineyards  1:53 Wine of the Podcast: 2014 Pearl Anniversary Bubbles, Brut Rose  4:45 Moshin Vineyards  10:45 Moshin Vineyards Tasting Room  12:35 The wines at Moshin Vineyards  14:10 Barrel Tasting  19:00 What’s the Hummingbird about?  21:21 What are your local recommendations?  24:00 Item of the Day: Vinear 7 Function Aerator  26:00 Wine Road App  29:15 Barrel Tasting Tickets are LIVE!  29:37 Parting words from Rick!    Links  Visit Santa Rosa  Santa Rosa Beer Passport  Wine of the Podcast: 2014 Pearl Anniversary Bubbles, Brut Rose  Moshin Vineyards Barrel Tasting  Wine Road App    Credits: The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. 

Wine Road Episode 97 | Winter Wineland, here we come!  Wine Road Event Manager, Debbie Osborn, is back in the booth with Marcy & Beth talking all things Winter Wineland. Did you know you can create a custom map from the participating wineries on WineRoad.com? Also, you can find the entire Winter Wineland program to map out your weekend! Tune in to find all the tips and tricks to make your Winter Wineland weekend unforgettable.  Wine Road provides the Wine, When and Where of Northern Sonoma County with news on events, wineries, wines, dining options, activities, and places to stay.   Special Guest | Debbie Osborn, Event Manager at Wine Road    Show Notes 0:45 Wine of the Podcast: 2017 Longboard Pinot Noir  1:15 Winter Wineland!  3:50 Winter Wineland Program - Website Information!  5:25 Lodgings  7:30 Winemaker Breakfast  9:01 Last details about Winter Wineland  10:15 Item of the Day: The Whine Barrel  13:17 Book of the Day: I drink, therefore I am by Roger Scruton 14:45 Reminder: Pre-sale Winter Wineland tickets end January 13  16:27 Follow this link to leave a review on Trip Advisor!  Links  Longboard Vineyards 1:55 Capo Creek  Roald Wine Company Baca Wines  Wineroad lodgings  Wineroad Map  Winemaker Breakfast  8:09 Kendall Jackson Winery  8:45 Barrel Tasting - tickets going live soon!  16:27 Leave us a review on TripAdvisor!     Credits: The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. 

Debbie is responsible for managing Wine Road events, which include the annual event weekends Wine & Food Affair, Winter WINEland and Barrel Tasting. In her current position Debbie is the first line of contact for participating wineries (up to 100) as well as helping visitors plan their event experience. She coordinates with the health department, hires security, designs programs, event maps and working with a designer comes up with the inspiration for the overall event theme and look for all printed and online materials. Along with these event planning tasks, Debbie works with advertisers and our PR Manager to make sure our events are getting the exposure needed to always bring in new customers.

Wine Road Episode 74 - Let's talk Cork!  In this Episode, the girls sit down with Cork Quality Council Executive Director, Peter Weber. How much do YOU know about cork? Peter’s talking points include cork harvesting, cork recycling, and of course cork's involvement in the Wine Industry! So sit back, uncork a bottle of Christopher Creek 2014 Creekside Cuvée with them, and enjoy! Wine Road provides the Wine, When and Where of Northern Sonoma County with news on events, wineries, wines, dining options, activities, and places to stay. Special Guest: Peter Weber, Executive Director at Cork Quality Council         Show Notes:  00:48 Wine of the Day:Christopher Creek 2014 Creekside Cuvée 1:40 Introducing the Cork Quality Counsel 3:15 Setting the Standards for Corks 3:45 Why did wineries start using screw tops? 4:22 How is cork harvested?  6:10 Fun Fact: there are cork trees in CA! 7:29 How is CQC spreading the Positivity of Cork message? 8:22 Cork’s sustainability  10:00 Check out https://www.corkqc.com/ for videos and more information 10:24 Cork Recycling 12:15 Is it corked or is it screwed?? 13:04 Fault Seminars held by Cork Quality Council 14:10 Item of the Day: Decorative Wine Cork Holder  15:46 Book of the Day: Wine Folly, the Master Guide  17:40 Barrel Tasting is March 1-3 and March 8-10. TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE!  Links:  Cork Quality Council  Wine of the Day: Christopher Creek 2014 Creekside Cuvée Book of the Day: Wine Folly Item of the Day: Wine Cork Holder  Birkenstock’s new beauty line, featuring CORK! Cork Re-harvest ReCork  Barrel Tasting Tickets - BUY HERE  Credits: The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. 

Wine Road Episode 73 - Barrel Tasting Details with Debbie, WineRoad Event Manager - In this Episode, Beth & Marcy sit down with Debbie Osborn, WineRoad's Event Manager & Professional Cat Herder. The gals chat about WineRoad's upcoming events, Barrel Tasting & Toast the Future while enjoying a refreshing bottle of Gary Farrell 2016 Russian River Valley Chardonnay. Later in the episode, Debbie and Beth provide additional details about the FIRST ANNUAL Toast the Future event. Be sure to get your tickets for both Toast the Future and WineRoad's 42nd annual Barrel Tasting Weekends before they sell out!    Wine Road provides the Wine, When and Where of Northern Sonoma County with news on events, wineries, wines, dining options, activities, and places to stay.   Show Notes: 0:23 Super DUPER Special Guest, Debbie Osborn: Event Manager & Chief Cat Herder at WineRoad 0:42 WINERoad Events 1:15 WINE OF THE DAY: Gary Farrell 2016 Russian River Valley Chardonnay  2:05 Barrel Tasting - What should customers expect? 3:25 Winemaker's Insight - What do THEY like about barrel tasting? 4:30 Lil’ Tidbits about Barrels 5:15 Futures. What are they? 7:19 WineRoad Debuts new event - TOAST THE FUTURE. Tickets available Here. 9:49 Barrel Tasting Details 11:20 Customizable Maps available for Barrel Tasting  11:58 BOOK OF THE DAY: Lonely Planet, Wine Trails 13:40 ITEM OF THE DAY: Wine Wars 14:53 Mario’s Corner: Compliance in the Wine Industry 16:40 Final Information about Barrel Tasting   Links: Wine of the Day: Gary Farrell 2016 Russian River Valley Chardonnay  Book of the Day: Lonely Planet, Wine Trails Item of the Day: Wine Wars, A Trivia Game for Wine Geeks & Wannabes Barrel Tasting & Toast the Future Tickets  Customizable Maps for WineRoad Events!   Credits: The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. 

Wine Road Episode 72 - Barrel Tasting Perspective with Craig - In this episode Beth and Marcy chat with Craig Colagrossi of Colagrossi Wines about all things Barrel Tasting. They sip on Craig's 2016 Barbera while learning about how he caught the wine bug. Beth reminds you to buy your Barrel Tasting Tickets and the NEW Toast the Future event.  Wine Road provides the Wine, When and Where of Northern Sonoma County with news on events, wineries, wines, dining options, activities, and places to stay.     Show Notes:   0:20 Guest Craig Colagrossi, owner of Colagrossi Wines in Windsor   0:35 Wine of the Day - 2016 Colagrossi Barbera   2:00 Colagrossi Wines   3:20 Artisan Alley   5:00 Barrel Tasting Perspective   8:35 Home Winemaking 10:15 Harvest Wrap up 11:40 Barrel Tasting 6 Days 12:20 Making and Buying Futures 14:52 Book of the Day - Wine Food - New Adventures in Drinking & Cooking 17:02 Word of the Day - Ullage 18:50 Item of the Day - bottlelight - LED rechargable mini light by SuckUK 19:57 Barrel Tasting - NEW Toast the Future     Links: Wine of the Day -2016 Colagrossi Barbera Item of the Day - bottlelight by SuckUK Word of the Day - Ullage Colagrossi Wines Artisan Alley Sonoma Brothers Brewery Tilted Shed Ciderworks Barely and Bine Beer Cafe Two Shepherds Demptos Cooperage Barrel Tasting TICKETS     Credits: The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. 

Wine Road Episode 68 - All in the Family in Dry Creek Valley - In this episode Beth and Marcy chat with Julie Pedroncelli St. John of Pedroncelli Winery. Julie introduces the new Sonoma Classico Red Wine Blend by Pedroncelli as they chat about the winery’s family history and all that the Dry Creek Valley has to offer. Marcy discusses the Book of the Day and Beth has the Item of the day and it has to do with math! Head over to WineRoad.com to get your tickets to Winter WINEland and Barrel Tasting in 2019.  Don’t forget the secret word while visiting Pedroncelli Winery. Wine Road provides the Wine, When and Where of Northern Sonoma County with news on events, wineries, wines, dining options, activities, and places to stay.   Show Notes:   0:25  Special Guest - Julie Pedroncelli St. John of Pedroncelli Winery   1:08  Wine of the Day -2016 Pedroncelli Sonoma Classico Red Wine Blend    3:15 All in the Family at Pedroncelli 10:45 Not just Wine in Dry Creek Valley 16:05 Frick Winery at 2pm 19:42 Book of the Day - Literary Libations - What to Drink with What You Read by Amira Makansi 22:00 Sonoma County Wine Library 23:17 Item of the Day - Wine Math Poster 25:47 WineRoad.com Tickets on Sale for Winter WINEland and Barrel Tasting Links: Pedroncelli Winery  Wine of the Day - Sonoma Classico Red Wine Blend 2016  Book of the Day - Literary Libations What to Drink with What You Read  Item of the Day - Wine Math Poster  Sonoma County Wine Library  Frick Winery Winegrowers of Dry Creek  Dry Creek General Store  Lake Sonoma  Dry Creek Peach   Trattore Farms  Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery  Michel-Schlumberger Wine Estate  Quivira Vineyards  Winter WINEland Tickets  Barrel Tasting Tickets    Credits: The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA.   

Wine Road Episode 60 - LIVE at Podcast Movement 2018! In this episode the ladies are coming to us LIVE from Philadelphia where they are speakers at the 2018 Podcast Movement. They are popping corks in the Talk Shoe Booth discussing Korbel using their Uncommon Green flutes. Marcy gives Beth the Book of the Day - Stuff Every Wine Snob Should Know and they plan their visit to the Reading Terminal Market. Beth talks of the importance of reaching out to a Concierge prior to your trip and changes coming to Barrel Tasting this year…stay tuned at the end of this episode for all that goes into the Wine & Food Affair poster. Wine Road provides the Wine, When and Where of Northern Sonoma County with news on events, wineries, wines, dining options, activities, and places to stay. Show Notes:   0:30 Talk Shoe Booth   0:55 Wine of the Day - Korbel Natural   1:20 Item of the Day - Uncommon Green Flutes   2:45 Korbel history   5:20 Book of the Day - Stuff Every Wine Snob Should Know by Melissa Monosoff   6:30 Reading Terminal Market   8:07 Wine Road Concierge 10:30 Barrel Tasting News 11:50 Podcast Movement 12:07 Heil Sound 12:35 Wine & Food Affair Poster     Links:   Talk Shoe  Korbel California Champagne  Item of the Day - Uncommon Green   Book of the Day - Stuff Every Wine Snob Should Know by Melissa Monosoff  Reading Terminal Market  Wine Road Concierge  Podcast Movement  Heil Sound  Wine & Food Affair Artwork    Credits: The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA.   

Wine Road Episode 47 - Destination Santa Rosa. In this episode Beth pops the cork of a 2015 D’Argenzio Chardonnay to start the show as she talks about the Tasting Tip and Word of the Day. Marcy then digs into her 3-day Santa Rosa itinerary with what’s new and happening. The 2nd weekend of Barrel Tasting will be in full swing this weekend, tickets available at the door!   www.WineRoad.com   Show Notes:   0:45     Wine of the Day - 2015 D’Argenzio Chardonnay   2:15     Tasting Tip of the Day - Honesty about likes with tasting room staff   3:45     Word of the Day - Block   5:50     Destination Santa Rosa 15:47     Barrel Tasting 2nd Weekend March 9-11     Links: • Wine of the Day • Word of the Day  • Tasting Tip of the Day • Barrel Tasting Santa Rosa: • Charles Schultz Museum  • Tour De California  • Courthouse Square  • Astro Motel  • Juilliard Park  • Naked Pig  • Spinster Sisters  • Flying Goat Coffee  • Russian River Brewing Company  • Luther Burbank Home & Garden  • Safari West  • Pullman Kitchen  • Jaxon’s Bar and Oven  • Acres Coffee & Donut  • Omelette Express  • Carol Shelton  • Desmond Wines  • Inspiration Vineyards  • Premonition Cellars  • Super Sonoman • Donelan Wines  • Howarth Park  • Spring Lake  • Sea Thai Bistro  • Montgomery Village  • Art Alley • HANNA  • Balletto Vineyards  • Iron Horse Vineyards  • Red Car Wine Co  • La Gare    Credits: The Wine Road podcast is recorded, mixed, and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. 

Wine Road Episode 46 - Rhônes - Pick a Card Any Card. Wait for it….you can’t help but laugh at the end of this episode!! In this Rhône centric episode Marcy and Beth start off with the Wine of the Day, a Roussanne from Trattore Farms then Marcy gives us the Word of the Day. Beth reminds us to try new things with the Tip of the Day, and Marcy cracks us up with the Item of the Day. Beth then shares Wine Road’s newest event Esprit du Rhône in mid May. She also talks about our successful Rhône Seminar in Rancho Mirage and upcoming version in San Diego. Barrel Tasting pre-sale tickets end Mon Feb 26th!  www.WineRoad.com Show Notes: 0:30     Wine of the Day - 2016 Roussanne Trattore Farms 2:00     Word of the Day - Minerality 3:50     Tasting Tip of the Day - Try Something New 5:10     Item of the Day - Red Wine Playing Cards 7:35     Esprit Du Rhône 9:30     Rhône Seminars in Southern California 10:38    Barrel Tasting 11:40    Pick a Card Any Card - Outtakes    Links: • Wine of the Day  • Word of the Day • Tasting Tip of the Day • Item of the Day  • Esprit du Rhône • Barrel Tasting    Credits: The Wine Road podcast is recorded, mixed, and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. 

Wine Road Episode 45 - Taste the future, from our cellar to yours. In this episode Marcy and Beth start off with the Wine of the Day from David Coffaro then dive right in to the Word of the Day, Tip of the Day, and Book and Item of the Day. Wowza! Beth then shares all that is Barrel Tasting as the event dates are quickly approaching. The ladies remind us to enjoy Valentine’s Day along the Wine Road or meet up with Wine Road wineries on the road at a Food and Wine Festival in Palm Springs.   www.wineroad.com    Show Notes: 0:30     Wine of the Day - David Coffaro Carignan 2:45     Word of the Day - Late Harvest 4:05     Tasting Tip of the Day - Using the dump bucket 5:40     Item of the Day - Repour Winesavers 8:55     Book of the Day - In Vino Duplicitas - The Rise and Fall of a Wine Forger Extraordinaire by Peter Hellman 10:10    Barrel Tasting 16:15    Valentine’s Day Specials 16:45    Wine Road on the Road - Rancho Mirage   Links: • Word of the Day  • Tasting Tip of the Day • Book of the Day • Wine of the Day • Item of the Day • Valentine’s Day Along the Wine Road  • Rancho Mirage Wine and Food Festival • Barrel Tasting Credits: The Wine Road podcast is recorded, mixed, and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. 

Wine Road Episode 44 - Winter is a Wonderful time to visit. In this episode Marcy and Beth entice you to visit Sonoma County in the Winter months to see a whole different side to Wine Country. Marcy gives us her Word of the Day and Book of the Day. Beth pours the Wine of the Day first thing and gives us a great Tasting Tip. Don’t miss the Cork Dorks in Dry Creek Valley and start 2018 off right by getting your Barrel Tasting tickets. www.wineroad.com Show Notes: 0:30     Wine of the Day - deLorimier 2014 Cabernet Franc 2:40     Word of the Day - Garigue 3:20     Tasting Tip of the Day - Express your wine knowledge level in the beginning 4:25     Item of the Day - Cork Dorks 6:00     Book of the Day - Red Wine: The Comprehensive Guide to the 50 Essential Varieties & Styles by Kevin Zraly 8:55     Winter Along the Wine Road 13:00    Barrel Tickets NOW ON SALE      Links: • Word of the Day • Tasting Tip of the Day • Book of the Day  • Wine of the Day • Item of the Day Winter Links: • Fireplaces Along the Wine Road  • Food Pairings • Bed & Breakfasts • Hiking  NEXT WINE ROAD EVENT!!! • Barrel Tasting    Credits: The Wine Road podcast is recorded, mixed, and mastered at: Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. 

Film Locations in Sonoma County. In this episode our special guest Film Historian Joe Jordan discusses famous film sites in and around Sonoma County. We taste the Wine of the Day from Francis Ford Coppola and talk about the upcoming event Barrel Tasting along the Wine Road.  Wine Road provides the Wine, When and Where of Northern Sonoma County with news on events, wineries, wines, dining options, activities, and places to stay. Wine Road — https://www.wineroad.com DJ Bethy-Beth, (Coppola Director's Cut Zinfandel) Millie Winehouse, Joe Jordan    Show Notes: 0:59 Film sites in Sonoma County - Guest Joe Jordan 4:25 Santa Rosa Junior College class - Hitchcock, Coppola, and Sonoma County 6:11 Wine of the Day- Coppola 2013 Directors Cut Zinfandel 10:07 Fun Sonoma County Film Fact - Die Hard 2 10:44 Barrel Tasting — 2nd Weekend March 10-12 11:15 Barrel Bus March 9th 4-9 —Our Craft Beverage Neighbors  Links: Showmanship: The Cinema of William Castle -  Joe Jordan SRJC Class -  “Hitchcock, Coppola, and Sonoma County”  Sonoma County Film Sites Map  Coppola Winery  Wine Road Barrel Tasting  Barrel Bus Event  Credits: The Wine Road podcast is recorded, mixed, and mastered at: Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. http://thresholdstudios.info

Wine Road Episode 20- Rhône Varietals along the Wine Road In this episode we talk about trying the wonderful wines know as Rhônes and producers on the Wine Road; We mention two books- The New California Wine by Jon Bonne and American Rhône by Patrick Comiskey.; and we discuss the 40th Annual Barrel Tasting Weekend(s) event. Wine Road provides the Wine, When and Where of Northern Sonoma County with news on events, wineries, wines, dining options, activities, and places to stay. Wine Road — https://www.wineroad.com Show Notes: 0:42 What’s trending on the Wine Road?—Rhone Varietals! 1:28 The New California Wine by Jon Bonne 2:08 Red Car 2:20 Trattore Farms 2:58 Mounts Winery 3:08 Frick Winery 4:14 American Rhône by Patrick Comiskey 6:12 Event- 40th Annual Barrel Tasting Weekends 11:44 Wine Road Website revamp with lodging special page 12:45 Toast to our 20th Episode! Links: New California Wine by Jon Bonne American Rhône by Patrick Comiskey 40th Annual Barrel Tasting Weekend(s) Winery Links: • Mounts —http://www.mountswinery.com • Red Car- https://redcarwine.com • Trattore Farms — https://trattorefarms.com • Frick — http://www.frickwinery.com/index.asp Credits: The Wine Road podcast is recorded, mixed, and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. http://thresholdstudios.info  

Wine Road Episode 17 - Wineries with Caves In this episode we talk about wineries with caves along the Wine Road, discuss what to wear in wine country dress and explain what “Wine Country Casual” actually means, DJ Bethy Beth reviews a new Scratch and Sniff wine book, we taste Stone Soup a field blend from Trattore Farms, and talk about Barrel Tasting, an upcoming an event on the Wine Road. Wine Road provides the Wine, When and Where of Northern Sonoma County with news on events, wineries, wines, dining options, activities, and places to stay. Show Notes: 0:55 — Wine tasting tip of the day—What to wear in wine country- Wine Country Casual explained. 3:05 — Wineries with Caves 5:22 — Book Review—Essential Scratch and Sniff Guide to Become a Wine Expert by Richard Betts 8:11 — Wine of the Day — 2014 Trattore Farms —Stone Soup Field Blend 11:00 — Coming up on the Wine Road — Barrel Tasting Event - March Links: Wineries With Caves • Bella - http://www.bellawinery.com • Robert Young Estate - http://www.ryew.com • Alexander Valley Vineyards — http://www.avvwine.com • J. Rickards https://www.jrwinery.com Wine Book Review • The Essential Scratch and Sniff Guide to Becoming a Wine Expert by Richard Betts Wine of the Day • Trattore Farms — Stone Soup - https://trattorefarms.com/product/stone-soup-2014 Event • Barrel Tasting - https://www.wineroad.com/events/barrel-tasting/ Credits: The Wine Road podcast is recorded, mixed, and mastered at Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA. http://thresholdstudios.info