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Send us Fan MailGary brings you more highlights from this year's Raasay Restitution contest, and bids farewell to two giants of the piping scenes of Scotland and Ireland.PlaylistCiar Milne with The Road to Callanish (Jonathan Corum), The Tailor's Wedding and Piobaireachd Dhomhnaill Duibh from the Raasay Restitution Contest 2026, EYP RecordingCiar Milne with Margaret Mary Findlay's (Ciar Milne), Munlochy Bridge, Maggie Cameron, Am Muileann Dubh, Kale and Pudding, 'n Cambealach Dubh [Roy's Wife], Miss Girdleand Sonia and Peter's Wedding Reel (Ciar Milne)from the Raasay Restitution Contest 2026, EYP RecordingAilis Sutherland with Oran an Roin from the Raasay Restitution Contest 2026, EYP RecordingCameron MacNeil with Glentilt Lodge, Editor's Favourite, Traditional Reel, The Smith's Burn, Miss Charlotte's Reel, Angus the Winemaker's Reel (Kinnon Beaton) and Cailleach Liath Ratharsaigh from the Raasay Restitution Contest 2026, EYP RecordingBritish Caledonian Airways Pipe Band with the Clan MacRae Society, the Caledonian Society of London and Mrs MacPherson of Inveran from the World Pipe Band Championships 1988Paddy Glackin and Paddy Keenan with the Mountain Road and the Congress Reel from Doublin' James Duncan MacKenzie with Failte Dhruim Fionn from the Raasay Restitution Contest 2026, EYP RecordingJames Duncan MacKenzie with Rothiemurchus rant, Innse dhomhsa cail thu cadal, Mac an Irish, Sound of Sleat, Mackinnon's and The Oban Ball from the Raasay Restitution Contest 2026, EYP Recording Fionnlaigh Mac a'Phiocair with Brose & Butter, G' oman Nan Gamhan 'S mi Muladach (Tending The Steer with A Heavy Heart) and Nach Danns A' Mhinistear? (Would The Minister Not Dance?) This is How The Ladies Dance from the Raasay Restitution Contest 2026, EYP Recording Support the show

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Episode Summary Who is Susie Selby, and what does it take to build an independent winery in Sonoma County? In this episode of the Wine Road Podcast, Katie Ambrosi sits down with Susie Selby, owner, winemaker, and sole proprietor of Selby Winery in downtown Healdsburg, California, for a wide-ranging conversation about winemaking, harvest in Sonoma County, the evolution of Healdsburg, and more than 25 years of making wine under the Selby label. Susie shares the story of founding Selby Winery with her father in the late 1990s and continuing the winery after his unexpected death just a few years later. She talks about her winemaking philosophy, her love of classic, Burgundian-style Chardonnay, and why she has always focused on making wines people can actually afford to open and enjoy. The conversation also uncovers some remarkable chapters in Selby's history. Susie recalls being selected to make Chardonnay for Robert Redford's Sundance program, discovering that "Bob" was actually Robert Redford, and accidentally mistaking Glenn Close for Meryl Streep. She also explains how Selby wines found their way into the White House during three presidential administrations, including becoming a favorite of Laura Bush and having Selby Sauvignon Blanc served as a house white during the Obama administration. Katie and Susie also explore the lighter side of Sonoma County wine country: the story behind the cult-favorite Bobcat Zinfandel, Susie's new Naughty Nancy white port, favorite old and new Healdsburg restaurants, affordable ways to experience Wine Country, and Susie's other passion—playing drums in a local band. It's a conversation about Sonoma County wine, women in winemaking, Healdsburg history, hospitality, family, resilience, and the relationships that make Northern Sonoma County wine country special. In This Episode You'll hear about: Susie Selby's journey from working at Rabbit Ridge to becoming the owner and winemaker of Selby Winery What harvest season actually looks like for a Sonoma County winemaker Selby's approach to Russian River Valley Chardonnay and French oak Making wine for Robert Redford and Sundance How Selby wines were served at the White House The story behind Bobcat Zinfandel How Susie continued the winery after losing her father and co-founder Women in the Sonoma County wine industry, then and now Old-school Healdsburg restaurants and today's favorite local spots Affordable ways to taste, eat, and explore Healdsburg Selby's Carignan, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, dessert wines, and port Susie's unexpected second act as a drummer Timestamps 0:10 — Welcome to the Wine Road Podcast; Katie and Susie introduce themselves 0:20 — Meet Susie Selby: owner, winemaker, and national sales manager of Selby Winery — and what it means to run an independent winery as a sole proprietor with no partners or investors 1:05 — Sonoma County harvest season: night picks starting at 12:30 AM and 3:30 AM, checking tonnage, estimating tank space, and making sure vineyard crews start in the right place 2:20 — What's coming into the winery this harvest: Sauvignon Blanc arrives first, with Chardonnay coming next 2:30 — Tasting the 2024 Selby Chardonnay and Susie's "old-school" Chardonnay philosophy: barrel fermentation, French oak, approximately 20% new oak, and a Burgundian style 3:45 — The Selby Winery origin story: starting the winery with her father in the late 1990s and making the wines they loved instead of chasing the buttery, heavily oaked Chardonnay trend. "The backup plan is to drink it." 5:10 — The Robert Redford story: how Sundance selected Susie as its Chardonnay winemaker for 8–10 years — and why she didn't initially realize "Bob" was Robert Redford 7:00 — A winemaker dinner at Sundance and the night Susie thought she was sitting next to Meryl Streep — but it was Glenn Close 8:45 — Selby wines at the White House: wines ordered during the Clinton administration, served frequently during the Bush administration, and Selby Sauvignon Blanc becoming a house white during the Obama administration 9:40 — How Selby wine actually got into the White House: a Hotel Healdsburg "bring your own magnum" party, a call to the White House Usher's Office, and an unexpected private tour 11:50 — Hospitality comes full circle: discovering that the White House staffer giving Susie the tour had visited her tasting room years earlier and spent two hours barrel tasting with her 13:20 — Sonoma County wine industry camaraderie and how the relationship between wineries shifted from competition toward greater collaboration after COVID 15:15 — The founding of the Wine Road in 1976, personal winery recommendations, and the lost art of spontaneous Wine Country weekends 17:15 — Women in winemaking: the Carol Shelton story and how dramatically opportunities for female winemakers have changed since the 1970s 18:30 — Susie's early winemaking career at Rabbit Ridge, where her name is still written on the warehouse door at what is now Matrix Winery 19:15 — Where to eat in Healdsburg: El Sombrero vs. Guadalajara, favorite restaurants, and why choosing just one is nearly impossible 22:30 — The story of Selby Bobcat Zinfandel: a cult-favorite, approximately 500-case wine at 17% alcohol, named after a bobcat Susie spotted in the vineyard 25:00 — Visiting Selby Winery in downtown Healdsburg: the courtyard patio, intimate tasting experience, and Raphael's personalized approach to wine tasting 26:30 — Susie's father and Selby Winery co-founder: a renowned spine surgeon, international wine collector, and the dream that inspired them to start a winery together 28:20 — Losing her father unexpectedly to an aneurysm at age 61 and Susie's decision to stay in California and continue building Selby Winery 29:20 — What Susie's father would think of Selby Winery today: "I think he'd be proud." 29:50 — Susie's wine pricing philosophy: making approachable, affordable wines you can open on a Tuesday night—not just save for Saturday 31:30 — Exploring the Selby Winery portfolio: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Grenache Blanc, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, three Zinfandels, dessert wines, and port 34:50 — Fancy Nancy and Naughty Nancy: a late-harvest Gewürztraminer dessert wine and new white port named after Susie's 90-year-old mother, Nancy 36:30 — Which Selby wine is most like Susie? Not the elegant Chardonnay or powerful Bobcat Zin—it's the Carignan: low-maintenance, fun to drink, and hard to pronounce 38:30 — Susie's dream wine to make next: Vermentino or Arneis and her interest in unique white grape varieties 39:30 — Old Healdsburg memories: Charcuterie, Bistro Ralph's, Scopa, Fitch Mountain Eddie's, street dances, Molly Malone's, and favorite dishes locals still remember 43:30 — Healdsburg happy hours and affordable Wine Country experiences: Matheson, its rooftop "reverse happy hour," Spoonbar, and where locals find great value 45:00 — How Wine Road helps visitors plan a Sonoma County wine trip: printed maps, personal recommendations, chat, itinerary planning, and a searchable winery database 47:30 — Susie the musician: playing drums in Vertical Flight with Michael DeLoach, her sister Betsy on saxophone, and Adam Lieb on guitar 49:10 — Cloverdale karaoke nights with Katie and Gina Mazzocco — and plans for a possible band debut at Susie's "bring your own magnum" party 50:30 — Final toast: to the Chardonnay, to Bob, to Dave, and to next time Wines Mentioned Selby Russian River Chardonnay (2024) Selby Dave Selby Reserve Chardonnay Selby Sauvignon Blanc Selby Bobcat Zinfandel Selby Carignan (2021, Peterson Ranch) Selby Cabernet Sauvignon Selby Pinot Noir and Dave Reserve Pinot Noir Selby Grenache Selby Syrah Selby Merlot Selby Old Vine Zinfandel Selby Otto's Block Zinfandel Fancy Nancy Late Harvest Gewürztraminer Naughty Nancy White Port Selby Port Healdsburg & Sonoma County Places Mentioned Selby Winery — Downtown Healdsburg El Sombrero — Healdsburg Guadalajara — Healdsburg The Matheson — Healdsburg Spoonbar — Healdsburg Campo Fina — Healdsburg Charcuterie, Bistro Ralph's, Scopa, Fitch Mountain Eddie's and Molly Malone's — former Healdsburg favorites Rabbit Ridge / Matrix Winery Rockpile — Sonoma County Hotel Healdsburg Cloverdale Railroad Station About Selby Winery Selby Winery is an independently owned winery based in downtown Healdsburg, California. Owner and winemaker Susie Selby produces a diverse portfolio of Sonoma County wines, including Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Carignan, Grenache, Syrah, Merlot, dessert wines, and port. About the Wine Road Podcast The Wine Road Podcast explores the wineries, wines, people, food, events, and stories of Northern Sonoma County, including Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, and Russian River Valley. Hosted by Katie Ambrosi of Wine Road, the podcast takes listeners behind the scenes of Sonoma County Wine Country and introduces the people who make it such a special place to visit.

After a casual visit to New Zealand, this small American family couldn't forget it. Mike and his wife went home, sold up everything and moved here. It's a journey of discovery, heartbreak, redemption and triumph. They were told they were on a fool's errand; that the standards they set were financially suicidal. They did it anyway. They planted a vineyard that has beaten the top French wines at their own game. The story has this week been published, written by the owner himself. “Forged In Fire” catalogues a journey, a discovery, and the pursuit of perfection. It's a story of ultimate achievement in New Zealand Michael F Spratt guests on Podcast 343. P.S. you don't have to be a wine drinker to appreciate their success. But you may be tempted… And we visit the Mailroom with Mrs Producer. File your comments and complaints at Leighton@newstalkzb.co.nz OR Carolyn@newstalkzb.co.nz Haven't listened to a podcast before? Check out our simple how-to guide. Listen here on iHeartRadio Leighton Smith's podcast also available on iTunes:To subscribe via iTunes click here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode SummaryIn this episode, Pete and Tyler compare a decade of print publisher stories, starting with a recent closure that came down to debt from an old acquisition, not readers.They walk through three publishers who each handled the print decision differently: Brew Your Own and Winemaker, Track & Field News, and My Villager. Then they get into the fix that matters most once print goes away, the registration wall, and why your print archive belongs on the web as real HTML, not a flipbook.What You'll LearnOne or two local newspapers close in the US every week. The closure Pete and Tyler discuss this episode came down to debt from an old acquisition, not a lack of readers.Public notices (probate filings, court orders, anything states mandate be published) are why a lot of small papers still print. Qualifying takes twelve straight months of print publication, and the rules differ by state.The New York Times' circulation is about 4% print today. That 4% is loyal and pays well for it, which is a big part of why the print edition still makes sense.Print isn't winning new subscribers anywhere Pete and Tyler have seen. It retains an aging base while digital is where the growth happens.Design-driven, lean-back magazines (fishing, boating, hobbyist niches) can make print the actual product. Transactional, lean-in news content generally can't.Brew Your Own and Winemaker went cold turkey on print and rebuilt their readership within a year.Track & Field News dropped print for nine months, lost half its older readers who wouldn't log in, then relaunched print-on-demand at close to five times the original price.My Villager flipped its free weekly in Saint Paul to paid print and paid digital and grew from there.The registration wall converts 2x to 7x more email signups than a standard newsletter opt-in (3.2 to 6.7% versus 0.9%, across nine publishers on the same tool).Get your print archive onto the web as real HTML articles, not flipbooks. Modern Drummer doubled its site traffic in a year just by publishing one new issue and one archive issue online each month.Resources MentionedLeaky Paywall: publisher's AI survival guide, referenced for the registration wall and email growth numbersPublisher's AI Survival Guide: the free 65-page guide Pete mentions on the show, pops up on the Leaky Paywall homepageReissue: turns print PDF archives into web-ready WordPress postsReal 3D Flipbook: the WordPress plugin Pete and Tyler recommend for digital flipbook editions

To be a Winemaker that opens a winery in 2010 and remains to this day says a lot about the wines she makes. Rachel Rose is Winemaker and Vineyard Manager at Bryn Mawr Vineyards in Willamette Valley, Oregon. With extensive experience in Australia, Rachel has made Oregon her home and in fact, lives in the [...]

This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Rachel Rose, Winemaker & Vineyard Director, Bryn Mawr Vineyards, Willamette Valley, Oregon, defining the term “Spelunking”.  Learn more by visiting brynmawrvineyards.com

On this week's show, Diogo Lopes, Chief Winemaker at the AdegaMãe winery in Portugal, joins us to discuss how AdegaMãe has blended the old with the new to become one of the most exciting Portuguese wineries in the export market. The family-run winery was founded in 2010 by one of the world's largest cod fisheries and is located just 8 kilometres from the Atlantic Ocean. We discuss the biggest benefits and challenges of growing grapes so close to the Atlantic. Then we are joined by Stephen Leroux, CEO of Charles Heidsieck, as we learn more about the famous champagne house founded in Reims, France, in 1851 by Charles-Camille Heidsieck, later to be known as "Champagne Charlie". Then we head to the South Okanagan for a sparkling chat with Jacq Kemp, Winemaker at Foxtrot Vineyards, who discusses the Boyd family's (new owners) commitment to producing sparkling wine and top-flight chardonnay and pinot noir on the Naramata Bench. From the Naramata Bench, we head to the picturesque Okanagan Falls and Green Lake region to speak with Daniel Bibby, Owner of Nighthawk Vineyards. This family-run business is setting the pace for its wines, restaurant, and incredible Luxury Tent House Suites, a one-of-a-kind luxury experience immersed in nature.

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A Winemaker, an Author, the Ultimate Betrayal, Chianti, the Napa Valley and interview with Daniel Grace, author and winemaker. ON THE ROAD with MR CA WINE is about California's cool aspirational lifestyle, and its awesome wines. Hosted by Chuck Cramer, a California native, living in London and is the Director of EMEA & Asia, sales & marketing, Terlato Wines. This is a wine journey covering the hottest topics in the world of wine, chatting along the way with wine experts & key influencers in the world of wine who make it all happen. This week's episode includes an interview with Daniel Grace.

Announce the winner of Oxbow Farm & Conservation Center’s Family Dinner on the Farm two-ticket giveaway // The Art of Leftovers - Summer Edition // Brad Cilley, Director of Northwest Travel Service, talks river cruises and small-group wine, food, and garden tours // Sparkling wine with Kenny McMahon, Winemaker and Owner of Arabilis Wines // Black, Blue & Wild - Making the Most of Summer Berries // Morning Grill, Evening Chill - Cook Early So Dinner’s Done Before the Day Heats Up // Asian Flavors with TAK Kunimune, Founder & Owner of Mixed Pantry // And we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!

On this week's show, there is an international flair as we speak with Stéphane Desmarquest, Export Manager, La Rioja Alta, who introduces us to one of the founding wineries of the Rioja region, with a history dating back to 1890. We talk about the La Rioja Alta 2020 Vina Alberdi Reserva Rioja and the La Rioja Alta 2022 Lagar de Cervera Albarino. Romain Chevrolat, Winemaker, Domaine Laroche, takes us on a magical wine journey to Burgundy and then directly south to talk about the Domaine Laroche project, Mas La Chevalier, in the heart of the Languedoc. Also, Nicholas Villalon, General Manager, Canada, Advini Wines, stops by to share the story of the JeanJean family, a renowned, sixth-generation French winemaking dynasty celebrated for shaping the viticultural landscape of the Languedoc region of France.

Every wine region has their acclaimed winemaker who may not be as well known in other parts of the world. In North Canterbury wine region of Waipara Dom Maxwell has been making award winning wines for over two decades. Dom headed up the wine program at the famed winery Greystone Winery for 21 years until he started his own winery, Forager Winery.Thrilled to be able to share his story.

"When I take on a task, I do it with my whole heart," Elena Rodriguez on how she's traveled through her entire life, but specifically, on starting Alumbra Cellars (Alumbra means "to shine"). Elena's story is right out of a good book that you just can't put down. Her story is one of hard work, tenacity, immigrant grit, and the idea of taking on a job with your whole heart and finding out you really love it. Woven throughout - it's a story of family, celebrating family and the hard work put in, and passed down to each generation. Elena talks about the journey her father took, a farmer through and through, season after season, looking for work before finally settling in the Pacific Northwest. He wasn't a wine drinker, but he had a vision in the vines and a dream to plant grapes. While this interview is somewhat focused on Alumbra Cellars and how it came to be... at the heart is the family that made it happen.

What does it take to build a winery that honors both the land and the people who cultivate it?In this episode, we meet Andy Neja, founder and winemaker of Cairjn Wine Cellars, one of Paso Robles' most exciting boutique wineries. Named after the word "cairn"—a carefully stacked pile of stones that serves as both a landmark and a tribute—Cairjn reflects Andy's family's farming heritage and the limestone-rich soils that define the West Paso landscape.Andy didn't simply become a winemaker—he immersed himself in every aspect of the wine industry, from vineyard work and farming to hospitality, retail, and cellar operations. That hands-on experience shaped a philosophy centered on one simple belief: "Winemaking happens in the vineyard; everything else is secondary."Together, we explore how sustainability, meticulous vineyard practices, and relationships with some of Paso Robles' finest growers allow Cairjn to produce small-lot wines of exceptional character.Andy also shares the challenges and rewards of launching his own label, the importance of honoring vineyard workers, and why authenticity remains the foundation of every bottle.Whether you're passionate about fine wine, terroir, sustainable farming, or entrepreneurial journeys, this conversation offers an inspiring look at the dedication required to transform a dream into one of California's most promising boutique wineries.Pour yourself a glass and discover why Cairjn Wine Cellars is quickly becoming one of Paso Robles' hidden treasures.

My guest on the latest ‘Matt Talks Wine & Stuff with Interesting People' Podcast is one of the top winemakers working in Ontario, Matt Smith.  The 2024 Paul Pender Rising Star Award winner is the winemaker for Cloudsley Cellars, Honsberger Estate and Kirby Estate.

What happens when you gather an award-winning winemaker, a resident sommelier, and two curious podcast hosts around a table? A few pour decisions... and a whole lot of great conversation. Recorded at Stylus with resident sommelier Krista French, this episode features Fiona S. Mak, founder and winemaker of SMAK Wines, as we uncork the fascinating story behind Washington's first rosé-exclusive winery. We explore the growing popularity of rosé, dispel a few myths about "pink wine," and learn why Fiona made the bold decision to dedicate her entire label to crafting exceptional rosés. Founded in 2018, SMAK Wines was established by Fiona S. Mak, the first Asian woman from Hong Kong to own a winery in Washington State at the age of 32. Her thoughtfully crafted, seasonal collection celebrates the flavors and moods of the year: Spring (Sangiovese), Summer (Grenache), Fall (Cabernet Franc), and Winter (Mourvèdre). Even the vibrant labels tell a story, reflecting the joy, personality, and inspiration behind each wine and inviting you to experience the season before you even take your first sip. Whether you're a devoted wine enthusiast or simply rosé-curious, you'll enjoy Fiona's entrepreneurial journey, her passion for winemaking, and her fresh perspective on an often misunderstood style of wine. So pour yourself a glass, sit back, and join us for an entertaining conversation that's equal parts education, inspiration, and—of course—pour decisions. For more information about Smak Wines or to become a wine club member, visit smakwines.com.

Cory Empting is Managing Director of Winegrowing at Domain H. William Harlan, overseeing Harlan Estate, BOND, Promontory, and The Mascot in the Napa Valley of California.Cory recounts his memories of growing up in the Napa Valley and learning about winemaking from the age of 15. He recalls running around The French Laundry as a kid and helping out with a harvest at Forman Vineyard. He also talks about his first experiences at Harlan Estate, a property where he has now worked for decades. Cory discusses why he decided to pursue a career at Harlan, which led to being named the Winemaker of the property years later.Cory talks about Bob Levy, the Founding Winemaker of Harlan Estate, who Cory still works with today. He also describes working for Bill Harlan and Will Harlan, the owners of the property. Cory talks about the 1997 vintage at Harlan Estate, and his experiences tasting that wine over the years. He also shares some thoughts about the ageing trajectory of Harlan wines in general.Cory discusses the Harlan property itself and contrasts it with the nearby Promontory vineyard, then describes how the winemaking approach for Promontory evolved over time. This leads into a discussion of how the approach at Harlan Estate has changed over the years, both in terms of the farming and the winemaking. One key change has been the move to dry farming (without irrigation), and Cory talks about the implications of that shift. Other topics that emerge in the discussion include soil health, head trained vines, vineyard exposure, harvest date, native yeast fermentation, fermentation temperature, stem inclusion, extraction, tannin management, avoiding acidification, the duration of malolactic conversion, press wine, and the length of élevage. Amidst this discussion Cory emphasizes his respect for Bob Levy's accomplishments and frames the shifts at Harlan over time as a natural evolution in a multi-generational business.Cory shares the terrible circumstances surrounding the wildfires in the Napa Valley in 2017, and what his family experienced during that time. He also grapples with how that harvest redefined his thinking about the winemaking. After that experience in 2017, Cory reviewed harvest records from previous decades and started thinking more about the winemaking of the past in the Napa Valley. This coincided with Cory having more encounters with older vintages of Napa wines.Farming is discussed in-depth, as Cory shares his thoughts on the language of plants and interacting with vines. A significant outcome of the work in the vines at Harlan has been earlier ripening as an outcome of dry farming. Cory recognizes members of his team who made key contributions to the work in the vines on the property, including the Castellanos brothers and Francisco Gonzalez. He also touches on the significant differences between different vineyard parcels within Harlan Estate, both in terms of vineyard work and exposure. The subject of multi-generational wineries comes to the fore as Cory discusses internal dynamics at the workplace between winemakers and ownership.In 2020, wildfire reappeared in the Napa Valley, and Cory made a decision to harvest weeks earlier than had been the norm at Harlan Estate in the 2000s. He refers to that decision as “an inflection point” for Harlan Estate and shares his reasoning in this interview. The question of whether wildfires are part of a new climate reality for Napa is addressed in this interview, and Cory talks about the relation of farming and climate to wine style. He also shares his thoughts on how smoke taint may alter the tannins of a wine. He closes with the thought that his team is currently learning and adjusting at a faster pace.This episode also features commentary from:Ric Forman, Forman VineyardKelli White, Director of Education at The Wine Center and author of the book "Napa Valley Then & Now"Frederic Mugnier, Domaine Jacques-Frederic MugnierSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nicole Camp, founder and winemaker of LaShellé Wines, has been honored as Best Black Winemaker in The Seattle Medium's inaugural Best of the Best Northwest Readers' Choice Awards. Her Woodinville-based LaShellé Wines, which began as a backyard experiment, has grown into an award-winning boutique winery. Notably, it is one of Washington state's few Black woman-owned wineries, signifying a significant milestone in regional entrepreneurship and craftsmanship. Interview By Chris B. Bennett.

Winemaker Ted Seghesio from Solo Nostro Wines is our guest today on California Wine Country with Dan Berger and Daedalus Howell. Ted used to work for the winery that bears his family name. In what he refers to now as his “previous post,” he made Zinfandel for 40 years. He still makes it under the new label, among many other varietals. Solo Nostro is Italian for “ours alone.” Ted started as as winemaker in 1979 when the Seghesio family had been making wine already for many decades. The winery used open top concrete fermenters and redwood storage tanks. They had 400 acres of vineyards including French Colombard, Chenin Blanc, Carignane and Zinfandel. He remembers the advent of White Zin in the 1980s that saved a lot of Zinfandel vineyards. Ted and his wife honeymooned in the Rhone region when they got married in 2015. When they created Solo Nostro in 2019, they chose to feature Rhone varietals, Grenache Blanc and Syrah, as well as a Rhone white blend. In addition to that, also make Dolcetto. They plan to expand their portfolio to other Mediterranean grapes. The Dolcetto is from their estate, and they get others from other local growers. Viognier and Dolcetto Rosato They planted Viognier because it was harder to find locally and they wanted it. Viognier can be tricky from year to year, the crop sizes are not as consistent as other varieties. So that is a risk for a winery or a grower. Now they taste a Viognier that Dan says has the flower basket aroma typical of Viognier. It should smell like flowers. They picked at 3am, and went straight to the press at 50 degrees F, then straight to the concrete amphora. After 2 months fermentation, they left it on the lees until 6 months then bottled it. It has flavors of ripe peaches and apricots and floral flavors that put Viognier “in a different class.” Dan says to put this in oak barrels would be a misdemeanor. Dan estimates its alcohol is around 13.8. It’s 13.9. This would not be for aging. In France they do not age this wine. The floral aromatics are there to be enjoyed now. It should be served below 65 degrees. Solo Nostro Wines are available at Bacchus’ Landing, which has various events. The owners are the former owners of the lucrative Low-Rider Magazine so they also hold an annual car show too. Dan says the place is “just stunning.” Next is a Syrah, which is another variety that Ted did not work with in his previous post. It has thick skins. In 2022 it was 116 degrees on Labor Day. Fortunately they had picked the day before. It came out with blueberry essence with a trace of pepper. Dan says it needs two years to get to its ideal place. The Consumer Is In the Driver’s Seat With the downturn in sales in the wine industry right now, consumers have opportunities to try wines at prices they wouldn’t find. Some wines that already have an extra year of aging are now reaching the market which is good for buyers. Slow sales mean the wines for sale may be longer aged. One reason why California wines have become so popular is that they deliver fruit. On the east coast where they grew up with European wine, they are missing the California fruit flavors. Daedalus asks if there is something about the California palette. Are we spoiled? Well, we are just different. Ted says they have done comparative tastings forever, France, Italy, California, lots of them. “Our fruit always stood out.” The Pivot Daedalus asks Ted how he made the pivot in his career. He quit Seghesio in 2018 and his wife Dana was studying in the Sonoma State University Executive Business program. They were going to start a winery but the wildfires wiped them out. They were going to call it Atto Due, Act Two. He rode Seattle to Portland and passing back into California, they found themselves before a breathtaking scene with nobody else around. Dana remarked, Solo Nostro which in Italian means “Ours Alone.” They only make 500 cases per year so far. He even makes a little Pinot Noir. They will also make Sangiovese. He will get some grapes from a vineyard that started with vines that his grandfather planted in 1910. Nobody else has century-old Sangiovese vineyard in California. 

White Wine, Regenerative Farming, and Reinventing Yourself at 50What does it mean to acquiesce to wine? For Lodi winemaker Susan Tipton it means surrendering to the grapes, making wine that represents what the grapes give her.Meet Susan Tipton, founder of Acquiesce Winery and Vineyards in Lodi, California. In a region famous for Zinfandel and other red wines, Sue took a different path, building a winery devoted entirely to Rhône-inspired white wines. What began as a passion project after she fell in love with a white Châteauneuf-du-Pape eventually became one of Lodi's most acclaimed wineries.Sue shares how she and her husband Rodney arrived in Lodi after years of moving around the world for corporate assignments, and how a song called “Acquiesce” by KD Lang inspired both the winery's name and philosophy. Today, Acquiesce is known for wines that as they say, surrender to the grapes, focusing on expressing the vineyard rather than manipulating the wine. She also explains why Lodi's warm days, cool Delta breezes, and sandy soils make Lodi an ideal place to grow Rhône white varieties such as Grenache Blanc, Viognier, Roussanne, Picpoul Blanc, and Bourboulenc.Our conversation explores Sue's career change in her 50s, the challenges of launching a winery focused exclusively on white wines, and the recognition that followed. From selling out her first vintages to being named Woman Winemaker of the Year by the International Women's Wine Competition, Sue's story is a testament to following curiosity and conviction.We also discuss Acquiesce's food-and-wine pairing program, regenerative farming practices, and the Lodi Appellation Inclusion Collective, an initiative co-founded by Rodney Tipton to help create pathways into the wine industry for people of color. So grab a glas and join us for this inspiring conversation about wine, hospitality, sustainability, and the rewards.

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What does it take to leave everything behind and follow a dream?In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Nancy Ulloa, founder, winemaker, owner, and unapologetic Boss Lady behind Ulloa Cellars, one of Paso Robles' most exciting boutique wineries.Nancy shares the incredible story of how she left the San Francisco Bay Area with nothing more than determination and a passion for wine, arriving in Paso Robles to learn the craft from the ground up.  From producing her very first Grüner Veltliner in 2019 to building a rapidly growing winery known for its distinctive white wines and intentional winemaking philosophy, Nancy proves that courage, perseverance, and authenticity can turn dreams into reality.We explore her unique approach to crafting small-batch wines, her love for lesser-known grape varieties, the influence of sustainable farming, and the positive energy that she pours into every bottle. Nancy also opens up about the challenges of building a brand from scratch, breaking barriers as a Latina entrepreneur, and creating wines that are every bit as expressive as the woman behind them.Whether you're passionate about wine, entrepreneurship, personal growth, or simply love hearing stories of fearless people who followed their calling, this episode is guaranteed to leave you inspired.Pour yourself a glass and discover why Ulloa Cellars is one of the most exciting names shaping the future of California wine.

If you're searching for how to drink less without quitting, I have good news! You don't have to choose between boring sober and messy out of control. There's a whole middle ground. And I live there. I'm a former winemaker. I still love wine. And I've gone from drinking more than I wanted to one or two glasses a week. Not because I'm being good. But because that's genuinely all I want now. Before I share the secret to how I achieved this truly miraculous change, let's first look at why drinking less is an excellent idea… Want Help Drinking Less Without Quitting? If you'd like support putting this into practice I'd love you to join the Secret Society of Intentional Boozehounds. It's a private weekly group, runs over six months, and you'll build the skill of drinking less without missing out on any of the fun. Learn more here:

Pastor Ken Ortize continues in the book of Genesis. This multipart series dives into the interpretation and the comprehension of its passages. Today we are in Genesis 9:20-28.

What happens when a television producer leaves Hollywood to create one of California's most inspiring wineries?In this episode, we discover the remarkable story behind Vinyl Vineyards, where exceptional wines, timeless music, and meaningful moments come together to create an experience unlike any other.Join us as we talk with Jeff Hevert, the winemaker whose life took an extraordinary turn from producing reality television to crafting premium wines on California's Central Coast.  Starting over as a cellar intern at the age of 40, Jeff embraced a completely new path driven by passion, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to sustainability.Together, we explore how Vinyl Vineyards was born from the idea of reinvention—drawing inspiration from iconic artists like David Bowie—and why slowing down, sharing a bottle of wine, listening to great music, and reconnecting with the people around us may be life's greatest luxury.Discover the philosophy behind handcrafted wines that express both place and emotion, the importance of regenerative farming, and why every bottle is designed to create memories rather than simply fill a glass.Whether you're passionate about wine, entrepreneurship, music, or stories of personal transformation, this conversation will inspire you to embrace change, savor the present, and celebrate the moments that truly matter.Pour your favorite glass, put on a great record, and join us for an unforgettable conversation with Jeff Hevert and the world of Vinyl Vineyards.

Kelly owns her own winery Mason Vineyard, is the chief winemaker at Domaine Queylus and is one of the most ambitious winemaker in Canada. She is expanding all things Mason Vineyard while making incredible Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc.Kelly has been on the Podcast more than just about any other guest. Her passion for all things wine is so infectious.

This week, we're putting another listener recommendation to the test and the pressure is on.After last week's surprise Australian wine win, our community is looking to go 2-for-2 with a Barossa Valley Shiraz from legendary winemaker Chris Ringland. Can a $24 bottle from one of Australia's most respected names really deliver?We dive into bold dark fruit, pepper, herbs, oak, and one tasting note none of us saw coming (fruitcake?!), while tackling a bigger question:Do great winemakers only make expensive wine?Turns out, the answer might change the way you shop for wine forever.Plus:Why affordable wines aren't just "cheap versions" of luxury bottles A chaotic round of Grape Guesses featuring kangaroos, Shiraz exports, and Australia's oldest vines Colin discovers new sound effects... and maybe a little too much powerWine Reviewed: 2021 Ringland Barossa Shiraz (Barossa Valley, Australia)Have a wine you think we need to try? Send us your recommendation—you might pick our next winner.Support the show and help keep the wine flowing!Buy us a glass!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/cheers3⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you!Stop Wasting Your Wine on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stop Wasting Your Wine on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StopWastingYourWine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chapters00:00 - Ushwin Wine Experience Announcement01:38 - Our Australian Wine Challenge Continues04:15 - First Impressions of the Ringland Barossa Shiraz05:45 - Breaking Down the Aromas and Flavor Profile10:15 - Do Our Tasting Notes Match the Producer's?13:40 - Wine Drop: Why Great Winemakers Make Affordable Wines20:55 - Final Ratings27:20 - Grape Guesses: Australia's Shiraz, Vineyards & Kangaroos34:25 - Close

This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Peter Velleno, Winemaker, Castello di Amorosa, Napa Valley, defining the phrase “Two Dragons, One Sword”.  Learn more by visiting castellodiamorosa.com

What could be better than making wine in a castle? Peter Velleno does in fact, make wine in a castle, in Napa Valley. Castello di Amorosa is found in Calistoga at the north end of Napa Valley and actually is easy to miss. As you head up the driveway this 13th century Tuscan castle reveals [...]

What does it take to become one of California's most respected winegrowers—and the first woman ever named Grape Grower of the Year in San Luis Obispo County?In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Hilary Graves, a pioneering winegrower, winemaker, educator, and sustainability advocate whose journey into the wine world was anything but conventional.From an unexpected beginning as a librarian to managing some of California's most prestigious vineyards, Hilary shares how passion, curiosity, and perseverance led her to a career dedicated to producing exceptional grapes while protecting the environment for future generations.We explore her philosophy of letting the vineyard speak for itself, the importance of regenerative organic farming, and how innovative viticulture can play a vital role in fighting climate change. Hilary also takes us behind the scenes of Booker Vineyard's transformation into a Regenerative Organic Certified® estate and explains why healthy soils are the foundation of extraordinary wines.Whether you're a wine enthusiast, a grower, a sustainability champion, or simply love hearing stories of people who have transformed an industry, this conversation is filled with insight, inspiration, and a fresh perspective on the future of wine.Join us for an unforgettable discussion with one of the most influential voices in modern viticulture.

Sarah and Carrie are joined by writer/director/actor Emil Ström and actor Barrie Herrold to discuss their 2024 film Winemaker! We talk found footage movie making, acting process, going unscripted, New Zealand wines, vineyards, rose petals, and more! 

Jean-Michel Jussiaume shares how his journey from France's Loire Valley to Southern Oregon influences his traditional-method sparkling wines.

This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Nolan Jones, Winemaker, Lava Cap Winery, El Dorado County, defining the term “Alpine”.  Learn more by visiting lavacap.com

Nolan Jones grew up literally across the street from where he now makes wine in El Dorado County, California. Schooled in Los Angeles and then England, he worked wine in Champagne, Sonoma, Paso Robles and Napa Valley but found his way back to El Dorado and Lava Cap Winery. That’s where the bears really, really [...]

Simon Nash chats with Ella Hoban about the Peoples Choice Award for the Young Gun of Wine Awards.A really interesting career so far, Ella is overseeing a big project integrating the Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard brands under the new group Vinarchy.@thewineshowaustralia @vinarchywines

Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Josh Moore, the food influencer behind @JoshEatsPhilly. Named Philadelphia Magazine's Food Influencer of the Year, Josh has built a following of nearly 200,000 on Instagram by spotlighting the best food, hidden gems, and can't-miss spots across the city. *This marks Josh's second appearance on the BrewedAt Podcast*  https://josheatsphilly.com/ @josheatsphilly _____________________________________________ THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!: The Beer Accountant: https://www.paddymaccpa.com/brewerysolutions Patrick McDonald Email: pmcdonald@paddymaccpa.com 267-566-4077 - Licensed CPA Norris McLaughlin P.A. https://norrismclaughlin.com/ted-zeller Ted Zeller - Epi 91 Email: tzeller@norris-law.com (484) 765-2220 - Liquor Attorney Cascade Floors https://cascadefloors.com/ Chris Klein Email: chris@cascadefloors.com (541) 510-1080 _______________________________________ EPISODE NOTES: Breweries & Beverage Brands Human Robot - Epi 10, 15, & 62 - Philadelphia, PA Warwick Farm Brewing - Epi 68 - Jamison, PA Mural City Cellars - Philadelphia, PA Pray Tell - Philadelphia, PA Stateside - Philadelphia, PA Space Cadet Brewing - Epi 22 - Philadelphia, PA Urban Village Brewing - Philadelphia, PA Yards Brewing Co - Epi 36 - Philadelphia, PA Victory Brewing - Downingtown, PA Mentioned People Breeze Galindo - Epi 15, CBC3 - Owner of MiLuna Brewing Co. Ken Correll - Epi 15 - Co-Founder of Human Robot Cole Decker - Epi 1, 21, 51 - Co-Founder of BrewedAt Kae Lani Palmisano - Emmy Award-Winning Television Host Nicholas Ducos - Co-Founder & Winemaker of Mural City Cellars Monica Godefroy - Photographer Becca Foxman (@phillygefiltefishy) - Philly Food Content Creator Tim Weaver - CBC1 - Founder of The Brand Weaver Djour Philly - Epi 66 - Philly Food Influencer Jacob Fink (@JacobDoesPhilly) - Epi 88 - Philly Food Content Creator Mike Jerrick - FOX 29 Good Day Philadelphia Anchor Nick Wendowski - Epi 3 - Owner of Stone's Beverage Tom Peters - Epi 42 - Owner of Monk's Cafe Brian Mattera - Owner of Gilda Dave Wesolowski (@FeedingTimeTV) - Philly Food Influencer Marisa Magnatta (@Delicious City) - Radio Producer & Podcast Co-Host Other Mentions Yanaga Kappo Izakaya - Philadelphia Japanese Restaurant Aobaba (Center City) - Vietnamese Café Middle Child - Philadelphia Sandwich Shop Chickie's & Pete's - Philly Sports Bar Reading Terminal Market - Philadelphia Public Market Angelo's Pizzeria - Philly Pizzeria & Cheesesteak Restaurant Pat's King of Steaks - Philly Cheesesteak Restaurant Geno's Steaks - Philly Cheesesteak Restaurant WineDive - Philly Wine Bar Woodrow's - Philly Sandwich Shop Chubby's Steaks - Philly Cheesesteak Restaurant Dalessandro's Steaks - Philly Cheesesteak Restaurant Michelin Guide - Restaurant Rating Guide Del Rossi's Cheesesteak & Pizza Co. - Philly Pizzeria & Cheesesteak Restaurant Stone's Beverage - Epi 3 - Beer Distributor & Retail Store Gilda - Fishtown Café (Portuguese-inspired) Sulimay's - Philadelphia Restaurant Honey's Sit 'n Eat - Philadelphia Brunch Restaurant City Fitness - Philadelphia Gym Feeding Time Philly - Philly Food Platform (Dave Wez) Temple University - Philadelphia University What We Drank? Eirina Rice Lager | 4.1% Human Robot Beer _______________________________________   STAY CONNECTED: Instagram: ⁠⁠@brewedat⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠@thebrewedatpodcast⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠@brewedat ⁠⁠/ ⁠⁠@thebrewedatpodcast⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠@brewedat⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠@thebrewedatpodcast⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠BrewedAt Website: ⁠⁠www.brewedat.com / www.spacecadetbeer.com  

In today's episode we continue honoring Idaho Wine Month with Cinder winemaker, Melanie Krause, tasting through four of her wines. Ironically enough, these four wines are now available at Seasons of Coeur d'Alene! Melanie is as amazing as her wines are and we're so excited to shine a spotlight on these wines! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing Sign up to get Shelley's 2027 planner release notification by visiting https://herbestyearspress.com/passwordWines this episode:2024 Laissez Faire Rosé of Tempranillo ($23 at the winery)2024 Laissez Faire Proprietary White ($22 at the winery)2025 Cinder Dry Viognier ($29 at the winery)2023 Cinder Syrah ($43 at the winery)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Eternal Wine and Seasons of Coeur d'Alene!Eternal Wine: Are you a Rhone Ranger or just really love Syrah? Then you need to check out Eternal Wine! Their focus is on single vineyard Rhone valley wines in Washington State. Also check out their Drink Washington State brand of approachable wines! Visit https://eternalwine.com for more information or simply call 509-240-6258. Eternal Wine: Drink Wine, Be Happy.*Check out The (Almost) Tragic Story of Carménère by Eternal Wine by visiting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucKOK6oRKVsSeasons of Coeur d'Alene: Experience the best of Coeur d'Alene's culinary scene at Seasons, where farm-to-table cuisine meets elegant ambiance. Don't miss their Wine Down Wednesday where all bottled wines are 50% off! Visit https://www.seasonsofcda.com/ for more information or call 208-664-8008 Visit HERE for all the information for the big weekend at Seasons!The Pilgrim's Market Wine Words of the Week - Phenolic ripenessPhenolic ripeness refers to the stage of maturity in grapes where the tannins in the skins, seeds, and stems have softened and developed, transitioning from harsh or bitter to smooth and well-integrated, which is essential for creating balanced, structured wines.Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day, weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730!Mentions: Brand Binko, Polka Dot Power House, Please visit the The USA 250th Tribute Collection page on the Philsosophy website and order your 250th Birthday Wine Bell and/or 250th Anniversary Patriotic Pour shirts!Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Villa Antinori Toscana Bianco, K Vintners The Deal Syrah, Browne Family Vineyards Chardonnay, Ackerman Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Will Pinot Noir and Thesis Chardonnay.Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back! Wine Time Fridays Rating System: Phenomenal 

Shane Finley, winemaker and Lisa Brayton co-owner of Thirty-Seven Wines join Dan Berger and Daedalus Howell on California Wine Country. This episode of August 10, 2022 featured Lisa along with her husband Al, who is holding down the fort today. This is Shane’s first time on the show. Thirty-Seven Wines is named after the highway. Dan describes the Thirty-Seven Wines vineyard. There are varieties there that don’t grow in warmer areas. One example of that is Albariño. They have cooler days and warmer nights, near San Pablo Bay, across the street from the Sonoma Raceway. It is at a high enough elevation to have a 180-degree view of the bay. On a clear day they can see Coit Tower in San Francisco. The vineyard lies within the Petaluma Gap AVA. They get winds from both the Petaluma Gap and from the south, off the bay. This keeps the temperatures down and controls the acid levels in all the varietals. -.. . --- -.. --- .. .-DEODORA ESTATE VINEYARDSCalifornia Wine Country is brought to you by Deodora Estate Vineyards. Visit Deodora to discover 72 acres in the Petaluma Gap that produce exceptional Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Riesling. Sip the difference! -.. . --- -.. --- .. .- Russian River vs. Petaluma Gap Russian River wines have more of a bright juicy red character, while this vineyard produces darker blue fruit, “kind of plummy,” with tangerine skin and spicy flavors. They have a very long growing season, and their harvest goes from late August sometimes into November. Some grapes need more time on the vines. Shane names Albariño, Blau Frankisch, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, Grenache, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Merlot, which they have all on the same property. He credits Al and Lisa for being crazy enough and intuitive enough to put so many varieties together like that. Thirty-Seven Wines produces all their wine from their own estate grown grapes. Shane describes their approach to making wine. To keep it fresh and vibrant, they don’t do any lees stirring, they only do partial ML, mainly fermented in concrete. They use their oldest barrels, from 2010 and 2011. These barrels are “really neutral.” Dan detects a faint tropical note in the Albariño they are tasting. It gets intense morning sun but long cool afternoons. Lisa is in charge of managing the canopy to keep space between the clusters and maintain acidity. 

In this episode of Eat Sleep Wine Repeat, Janina is joined by nomadic winemaker Darren Smith, founder of The Finest Wines Available to Humanity. Having worked harvests across Chile, Bolivia, Peru, Portugal, Spain and the Canary Islands, Darren shares stories from some of the world's most overlooked wine regions and explains why old vines, heritage wine grapes and local traditions continue to inspire his winemaking philosophy. Together, they explore País, Negra Criolla, Quebranta and Palomino, discovering how these historic wine grapes travelled across continents and evolved into unique regional identities. Along the way, they discuss minimal intervention winemaking, tree-trained vineyards, volcanic terroir and flor-aged wines, while uncovering extraordinary wine travel destinations that rarely make the spotlight. Whether you want to learn about wine, deepen your wine education, discover lesser-known wine regions, understand heritage grape varieties or plan your next wine travel adventure, this wine podcast episode is packed with fascinating stories, expert insight and remarkable wines.   Shownotes 02:45 – Darren Smith's journey into wine — from journalism and wine writing to becoming a nomadic winemaker. 04:13 – Working with Dirk Niepoort — lessons learned from one of the world's most influential winemakers. 06:35 – How Dirk Niepoort's philosophy of infusion over extraction helped shape Darren's own approach to winemaking. 07:34 – The story behind The Finest Wines Available to Humanity and the inspiration for Darren's unconventional wine brand. 08:44 – Why Chile became a defining chapter in Darren's nomadic winemaking journey. 10:59 – The biggest challenge of constantly moving between wine regions, grape varieties and winemaking cultures. 12:46 – País explained — working with Chile's historic heritage grape and why it's perfect for modern chillable red wine styles. 17:21 – Life in Bío Bío, Chile — old vines, traditional farming and one of South America's most exciting wine regions. 19:21 – Minimal intervention wines in southern Chile — preserving purity, freshness and vineyard character. 21:07 – Tasting a País from Ignacio Pino in Itata — 150-year-old vines, granite soils and remarkable precision. 21:51 – Janina's tasting notes — lavender, herbs, freshness and the delicate character of old-vine País. 24:21 – Darren Smith and Ignacio Pino Roman's 2022 Itata País £32 TFWATH.COM  25:08 – Negra Criolla explained — the Bolivian expression of Listán Prieto and its fascinating history across the Americas. 29:14 – Bolivia's tree-trained vineyards — why the Cinti Valley looks more like a jungle than a vineyard. 31:13 – País / Negra Criolla — how the same grape variety is nuanced in different regions and how terroir shapes this grapee. 32:07 – Jardín Oculto and the rise of Bolivia's most talked-about winery. 33:59 – Bolivia's extreme vineyards — some of the highest wine-growing sites in South America. 35:11 – Viñas Viejas Negra Criolla 2024  from Bolivia's Cinti Valley (Not currently available in UK) 35:35 – Ica, Peru — discovering one of South America's oldest and most important wine regions. 37:24 – Quebranta explained — Peru's signature grape variety and its connection to Listán Prieto. 38:39 – Peru's desert vineyards — Pacific influence, sandy soils and the geography that shapes these wines. 39:59 – Working with Raúl Moreno — Palomino, Jerez and the revival of unfortified expressions of the grape. 42.58 - Darren Smith and Raul Moreno's Palomino 2022 £36 TFWATH.COM 43:31 – Jerez and albariza soils — flor ageing, terroir and Darren's experience making Palomino in southern Spain. 47:30 – Further Palomino recommendations — producers to explore including Luis Pérez, Ramiro Ibáñez and Raúl Moreno. 49:04 – What Darren learned from Victoria Torres Pecis and why La Palma remains one of the most inspiring wine travel destinations in the world. 53:08 – Trás-os-Montes explained — one of Portugal's least-known wine regions and its historic field blends. 53.42 - Darren Smith and Arribas Wine Company Palhete 2024 £32 TFWATH.COM 54:51 – Tinta Gorda (Juan García) — a little-known grape variety helping define the wines of Trás-os-Montes. 57:52 – The most misunderstood wine region Darren has worked in — and why Jerez deserves far more attention than just Sherry.

What happens when the worlds of wine and golf collide? More than you might think. In Episode 178 of A Cork in the Road, we welcome two Virginia wine industry leaders - Stephen Barnard, the Winemaker for Keswick Vineyards, and Lance Lemon, the owner of Penny's Wine Shop and Parallax Project Wines - for a lively and unexpected conversation about the parallels between the craft of wine and the game of golf. Recorded ahead of the 4th annual Monticello Wine Trail Winemakers Golf Tournament, this episode explores how both pursuits challenge us to keep learning, embrace imperfection, connect with nature and community, and find joy in the journey. From how a glass of wine might affect your golf swing to bigger conversations around wine tourism, collaboration, and creating memorable experiences, there is no shortage of entertaining insight. The episode concludes with a rapid-fire wine Q&A with both guests that delivers plenty of laughs and reveals the personalities behind the bottles. A special thank you to the Monticello Wine Trail for sponsoring this episode and empowering us to highlight the innovative ways Virginia's wine community is bringing people together through shared experiences.For more information about all of the 2026 Wine Week festivities, you can visit www.monticellowinetrail.com/taste-of Recorded in June 2026 with generous suppport from our friends at the Monticello Wine Trail.-----------------*** Check out our ⁠⁠MERCH SHOP⁠⁠ to directly support the show, and visit www.acorkintheroad.com for all upcoming events and media contributions

Culinary Travels - Munich // Mark Ryan McNeilly – Owner and Winemaker at Mark Ryan Winery, shares the winery’s latest releases // Celebrating Copper River Salmon Season // Laurie Fleek, General Manager of Made in Washington joins us with Father’s Day gift ideas and local maker stories // Behind the Scenes at TD & Co. – Q & A // Ryan Reiter, President of Northwest Marketplaces, helps us kick off farmers market season // We wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!

On this week's episode of The Wine Makers, we speak to Vine Pair's Winemaker of the year Katy Wilson. Katy is a certified bad ass in the wine industry making wine for Anaba, Reeve, Bloodroot, and her own brand LaRue Wines. Katy grew up with agriculture in her blood, farming walnuts on her family’s farm. After double majoring in Wine & Viticulture and Agricultural Business at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, Katy got the winemaking bug traveling the world to make wines with some of the greats. Today we talk about all things carbonic maceration. Katy has been using carbonic maceration to make fresh delicious wines for her clients for years and advised our very own Danielle Langlois with her 2025 Gamay. Katy brought some really cool carbonically made Pinot, Grenache, and Sangiovese wines for us to try, some young, and spicy, and some fresh but subdued with a bit of age. Katy also brought some bottles from her personal label LaRue.  We tasted a coastal, mouth watering, acid-driven 2021 Chardonnay from H. Klopp Vineyards and an elegant and aromatically expressive 2023 Cabernet from Bedrock Vineyards. The Cabernet is from her Charlie LeRue series, a project with her Sommelier husband, David Meneses, and named for her daughter. Katy's wines are elegant and nuanced, expressing a sense of place.  If you have the opportunity to taste any of her wines, you won’t be disappointed. One of those opportunities will be at her yearly LaRue Summer BBQ, where you can taste through her current releases and some special library wines. Get the last few tickets for Katy's Larue Summer BBQ on 8/1 at the link below. https://www.laruewines.com/product/2026-larue-summer-bbq-at-the-farmhouse Find Katy's wines at https://www.laruewines.com, anabawines.com , https://www.reevewines.com and https://www.bloodrootwines.com .  Follow her on Instagram at @laruewines. And don’t miss The Ramble, a charity event put on by Bloodroot Wines happening tonight and  tomorrow 6/5-6/6. Tickets available at https://www.bloodrootramble.com

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A background in the culinary world is a huge plus for a winemaker, and Jesse Fox has just that. Jesse the Winemaker at Sequoia Grove Winery in Napa Valley and his time as a chef has certainly paid off. I caught up with Jesse when he visited Milwaukee just a few weeks ago while on [...]

This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Jesse Fox, Winemaker, Sequoia Grove, Napa Valley, defining the term “Complexity”.  Learn more by visiting sequoiagrove.com.

Discover why California Chardonnay is one of the most talked-about wines in the world—and why it shouldn't be so polarizing. In this episode of The Wine CEO Podcast, I sit down with Richie Allen of Rombauer Vineyards to break down what truly makes great wine: the right grapes grown in the right place. Richie shares his winemaking philosophy around typicity of region, explaining why understanding where grapes are grown is the key to producing exceptional wines. We also dive into the story behind Rombauer's iconic Carneros Chardonnay, explore why California Chardonnay has become so polarizing (and why it deserves a second chance!), and discuss how fear of failure shaped Richie's early career—and ultimately helped him succeed. Whether you're a seasoned wine lover or just getting started, this episode will help you better understand California wine, Chardonnay styles, and how to confidently choose wines you'll love.