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Wine Soundtrack, one of Italy’s leading podcasts about wine, is the voice of the Italian wine growers and winemakers. Wine Soundtrack was launched in Italy in May 2017 and is now launching in the U.S. In each podcast, wine producers share the story of who they are and their winery through a series of 30 questions. Wine Soundtrack was created to bring to life an idea of sharing and insight; it allows wine lovers to listen to the hopes, dreams, intuitions, prospects, loves and passions of the protagonists of the wine world, directly from their own voices. Wine Soundtrack will make you smile and amuse you through the voices of those who have decided to express their own character, their own dreams and their own ambitions in each bottle of wine. Wine Soundtrack will lead us through the vineyards of ideas and of visionary thinking and will share the passion of these producers. Follow us on our web site www.winesoundtrack.com
Fenestra Winery - Aaron Luna
Fenestra Winery, established by the Replogle family in 1976 on the historic Ruby Hill property in Pleasanton, moved to the century-old George True Winery building in Livermore in 1980. After extensive renovations, including a new roof and structural strengthening, the winery now specializes in classically balanced, award-winning wines from primarily Livermore Valley grapes and is recognized as the valley’s first boutique winery. Currently, they are undertaking a new project to replant their Mourvedre Vineyard, and upgrades to their outdoor tasting space.
37:2420/11/2024
Eden Rift - Christian Pillsbury
Situato a sole 20 miglia dalla baia di Monterey, Eden Rift è il più antico vigneto in produzione continua in California. Piantato nel 1849 da Theophile Vache, la tenuta di 120 acri si trova sulla faglia di Sant'Andrea e fa parte della Cienega Valley AVA. La cantina si trova a sole due miglia dal famoso produttore di Pinot Nero Calera, il cui fondatore Josh Jensen ha cercato i terreni ricchi di calcare e dolomite. Prima di Josh, i primi viticoltori si procurarono alcune delle prime piantagioni di Pinot Nero in California a Eden Rift a partire dal 1860. Dopo il proibizionismo, l'attenzione su Pinot Nero e Chardonnay è andata persa fino a quando Christian Pillsbury ha acquisito la tenuta nel 2016. Christian ha riunito un team di giovani professionisti del settore a partire dall'enologo Cory Waller per creare ancora una volta alcuni dei Pinot Nero e Chardonnay più vivaci ed energici della California. Le terrazze estreme e il terroir diversificato in un'unica valle contigua rendono il vigneto più antico della California il suo nuovo progetto più entusiasmante.
44:3413/11/2024
LangeTwins - Susana Vasquez
LangeTwins is a family-owned and farm-first winery in the Lodi and Clarksburg Appellations of California, committed to cultivating a lasting impact. Behind a glass of our wine is a legacy of responsible land stewardship and forward-thinking sustainable winegrowing practices ensuring the unique estate vineyard blocks we’ve farmed for five.
44:0525/09/2024
JMC Cellars - Jessica Carroll
Like many that find themselves in this industry, Jessica started her path in a different field: Civil Engineering. She graduated from the University of Portland and worked as a Transportation Engineer in the Bay Area until finding her passion in wine. After careful thought, she made the leap into wine in 2014. While completing her Certificate of Enology from Las Positas College, she worked full time at a winery in Livermore Valley. The list of reasons Jessica loves the wine industry is long and all of them make it a well matched career path for her. She was fortunate enough to be given the opportunity to open up her own winery in 2023 and jumped at the chance to fulfil that dream.
49:1918/09/2024
Darcie Kent Winery - Darcie Kent
Cheers from Darcie Kent, the woman behind Livermore Valley's most award-winning winery! Darcie is a fifth-generation vintner and artist. 100% of our wines are estate grown, bottled and produced by the Kent family. Our Livermore story began in 1996 with just one small block of Merlot where the Kent family built their house. A few years later, master winemaker Julian Halasz joined our team. Since then, we’ve become home to the region's most acclaimed sparkling wine, Clone 30 Cabernet Sauvignon, and Sauvignon Blancs. We are also re-writing Livermore's legacy for Pinot Noir with our numerous acclaimed releases from our cool climate Triska Vineyard. Darcie Kent Estate Winery is open seven days a week, with sweeping vineyard views from both our outdoor and indoor tasting spaces. Visitors also have a chance to take in the wonder and delight of Darcie's original artwork. Come celebrate art, wine, and the natural world!
54:5411/09/2024
Cuda Ridge Wines - Larry Dino
Larry and Margie Dino are the proprietors of Cuda Ridge Wines. Their passion for fine wines led them to Livermore Valley – a world-class wine region with wine roots dating back to the mid-1800s. Over the years, they were inspired to learn more about the craft and traditions of making wine and founded Cuda Ridge in 2007 with a vision for producing premium wines. Small lot, handcrafted, Bordeaux-style wines that bring out the wonderful terroir of Livermore Valley are their specialty. Cuda Ridge produces the six major red varietals of Bordeaux, Bordeaux style Rose’, and Sauvignon Blanc. What helps Cuda Ridge stand out is not that they produce Bordeaux varietals, but the winemaking focus is on wines that have old world intensity and complexity. Cuda Ridge wines is best known for Cabernet Franc. “Cabernet Franc” has been a staple of the winery since we opened our doors in 2007”, says Larry Dino, winemaker and proprietor. Cuda Ridge also initiated a Caménère program in Livermore Valley, a first of its kind. Cuda Ridge works with three small growers and produces three vineyard designated Caménère’s with the first vintage in 2018.Cuda Ridge is named after the winemakers 1970, Plum Crazy purple, Barracuda muscle car. Come on out and taste our award-winning wines and enjoy our family hospitality.
49:1604/09/2024
Anaya - Gerardo Espinosa
In the 1940’s, Victor Anaya moved from Mexico to California's Central Valley, establishing roots in Clements Hills AVA. Now as a third generation, I oversee Anaya Vineyard's wines from our vineyards. We blend tradition and art to create elegant wines like Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Gris, Nebbiolo, Tempranillo, and Albariño, all beautifully presented with very low intervention in winemaking and truthful to the varietal and terroir.
38:3228/08/2024
3 Steves Winery - Steve Ziganti
Founded in 2010, 3 Steves was born over 3 friends sitting around having a glass of wine and talking about starting our own winery. All owned part of a small boutique winery at the time and before long realized it was time to start our own label from the ground up, and thought it was obvious to name the new project 3 Steves Winery. Originally leasing space within another local winery with a pouring facility downtown, 3 Steves quickly grew and in 2013 opened our doors at our current location on Greenville Hill. Our winery is ever growing and changing, while still focusing on our roots of Bordeaux and Italian varietals being served in a welcoming, family style setting.
45:5721/08/2024
kukkula - Kevin Jussila
kukkula is on the westside of Paso Robles in the Adelaida District with steep, north facing hills. The vineyard elevation ranges from 1500-1900 feet. We are organic dry-farmers with a Rhone-centric bias. Today, we farm 42 acres of vines, all head-trained and estate grown. We’re focused on making wines of distinction that are finessed, elegant, terroir driven, and work beautifully with food.Our fruit is fermented using native yeast, with no fining/filtering, and are typically aged in barrel and bottle for 2 ½ - 3 years before being released.Because our terroir is like the Rhône region of France, we are Rhône-centric. Other than Cabernet Sauvignon, we grow Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Counoise, Petite Sirah, and Roussanne.We believe the hard work is done in the vineyard, and if we maintain this discipline, farm organically and without irrigation, we will create wines of intense aromatics, flavors, and color, that are a true expression of place, and the essence of our unique terroir.We believe that if we’ve farmed well, there is little need to intervene in the cellar. We don’t adhere to conventional notions and trends. Rather, curiosity and creativity dictate what goes into our final blends.
49:0914/08/2024
Troon Vineyard - Craig Camp
Located in the Applegate Valley of Southern Oregon, Troon Vineyard has a long history dating back to 1972, yet recent years have seen it become one of the most forward-thinking wineries in the U.S., as it is one of just two to have become Regenerative Organic Certified through the Regenerative Organic Alliance. The recent certification follows a conversion to biodynamic farming that has revitalized the estate’s soils while also providing a template for other wineries both locally and around the world to reduce their environmental footprint.
46:3001/07/2024
Resonance Wines - Guillaume Large
Founded in 2013 by winemaker Jacques Lardière of Maison Louis Jadot, Résonance crafts expressive Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines from its estate Résonance Vineyard and other premier sites throughout the Willamette Valley that embody the elegance and complexity Oregon wines are known for. The seeds for the project were planted when Maison Louis Jadot set out to establish its first winery outside of Burgundy. Last summer, the winery opened its second tasting room at their Découverte Vineyard which offers an intimate indoor tasting environment and elegant outdoor patio area where visitors can immerse themselves in the rolling vineyards vistas of the Dundee Hills. Their Grand Tasting Room in Carlton, Oregon, features panoramic views of the 150-mile valley framed by mountains and woven together by the Willamette River.
45:4224/06/2024
Hillcrest Vineyard - Dyson Demara
Oregon’s oldest estate winery and the birthplace of Oregon Pinot Noir. Founded by Richard Sommer “Father of Oregon wine” we have been recognized domestically and internationally for our innovation and quality. Amongst the first are the first of many vinifera cultivars in Oregon, first stainless steel tanks, first to go back to concrete fermenters, co-founders of the Oregon winegrowers Association and the Umpqua Valley Winegrowers Association, natural and regenerative farming etc… In addition we make wines in 5 countries in Europe as well as import these wines for our customers exclusively here at the winery.
56:2717/06/2024
Ward Four Wines - Justin Trabue
I'm from Washington DC, which is split into different wards, and my mother's maiden name is Ward. There are also four people in my family, I've created four different styles of wine to each represent a different person. Growing up, my dad always told me about the beauty of Chocolate City and the rich history of Washington DC. I am lucky to have grown up in the house my dad grew up in, we've had the same home phone number since he was 9 years old. Being a fourth Generation native to Washington DC, is something you see less and less.Endlessly fascinated by discovery, every wine in the Ward Four collection is inspired by a loved one. Whether it's the playful, lighter and more fun personality of Teddy’s skin contact white wines or the gutsier, fuller-bodied character of Ted’s reds, you can tell every bottle has been made with love, compassion and honour.Ward Four Wines is built on my core four, but I would be nowhere without my godmom, uncles, aunties, and friends. Our aim is to bring an entirely new level of personal vulnerability to the world of wine - shifting the dial and shining a light loudly and proudly on the beautiful people who inspire me. Every wine tells a story.
21:0430/05/2024
LXV Winery - Neeta Metal
LXV Wine is our connection to India. Paso Robles reminds us of India. Roblans have a deep relationship with the earth.. With each other. There is an intimacy in the ecosystem in Paso. And that expresses itself in the grapes, in the winemaking and, ultimately, in the wines.Neeta and Kunal Mittal invite you to enjoy a unique wine tasting experience at LXV Wine in bustling Paso Robles, California. Top rated wine tasting experience hailed by Wine Enthusiast magazine as one of the best wine tasting experiences, LXV is primarily a Bordeaux house with a unique flavor pairing experience. Our premium Bien Nacido, Denner and Armaa boast sustainability and premium viticulture practices. Taking inspiration from Margaux and St. Emilion, our wines have an ancient style and strive to be true to the terroir.
30:4523/05/2024
Ulloa Cellars - Nancy Ulloa
My name is Nancy Ulloa and I am the Winemaker, Owner & Boss Lady of Ulloa Cellars. Ulloa Cellars is a tale of passion for a dream and the manifestation of the hard work involved in the process. I moved to Paso Robles from the Bay Area in 2017 with the burning desire to learn the art of winemaking. For the last few years, I have gained an invaluable amount of knowledge from various respected winemakers/mentors who have eagerly welcomed me to this community. Fast forward 6 years, I am about to release my fourth vintage of Ulloa Cellars. Established in 2019 my journey started with the creation of my first wine, Grüner Veltliner. Backed up with lots of supporting vibes, Baby Grüner was a huge success leading to the expansion of my current project in 2022. With endless gratitude and humbleness, I hope you enjoy these wines as much as I enjoyed the journey of their creation.
32:0216/05/2024
Talley Vineyards - Eric Johnson
Our family farmed estate vineyards harness the terroir of the SLO Coast, allowing our wines to express unique authenticity. Climatically our coolest site, Rosemary’s Vineyard tends to produce berries with thicker skins than our other vineyards. The resulting wines have a darker appeal, with a surprisingly light and elegant flavor profile. And because of the unique combination of cool temperatures and shaly loam soil, Rosemary’s Pinot Noir has higher acidity that provides incredible length on the finish. As the pioneering Pinot Noir producer in the Arroyo Grande Valley, we made our first wine in 1986 and planted our first vineyard in 1982. We are inspired by Burgundy for its unwavering dedication to wine that perfectly expresses place and time. Our location within California’s SLO Coast region imparts a beautiful mix of gentle sunshine and cool weather ideally suited for Pinot Noir. Talley Pinot Noir tends to be refreshing, energetic, and delicate rather than fruit-laden and oak-heavy. Our Pinot typically expresses aromas of forest floor and violet, cranberry and raspberry on the palate, and an elegant and silky texture.
28:0722/04/2024
J. Lohr Vineyards - Kristen Barnhisel
Founded fifty years ago by Jerry Lohr and still family-owned today, J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines grows, produces and bottles a full line of internationally recognized wines wines from its more than 4,000 acres of California Sustainable Estate certified vineyards Appellations Arroyo Seco and Santa Lucia Highlands of Monterey County, Paso Robles and St. Helena in Napa Valley. Offering an expressive range of styles that showcase its estate fruit, J. Lohr creates eight levels of award-winning wines: J. Lohr Signature Cabernet Sauvignon, J. Lohr Cuvée Series, J. Lohr Vineyard Series, J. Lohr Gesture, J. Lohr Pure Paso Proprietary Red Wine, J. Lohr Estates, J. Lohr Monterey Roots and Ariel Vineyards.
31:2618/04/2024
Davis Bynum - Greg Morthole
In 1973, Davis Bynum first released his small lot of single vineyard Pinot Noir from the famed Rochioli vineyard in Sonoma County’s Russian River Valley. The first to produce single vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir, Davis Bynum was instrumental in bringing the prestige to Russian River Valley vineyards, still acclaimed as one of California’s finest Chardonnay and Pinot Noir growing regions. Since 2007, the winery remains in the capable hands of proprietor Tom Klein, along with winemaker Greg Morthole. Through bold innovation in the vineyard and the cellar, his deft guidance keeps the winery moving forward, while never losing touch with the past. Today, more than 40 years later, the heritage of Davis Bynum lives on through the hand-crafted creation of wine grown exclusively in Russian River Valley.
45:0215/04/2024
Alta Colina - Molly Lonborg
Founded in 2003 and dedicated to Rhone varietals, Alta Colina farms 31 acres of steep mountainsides in the Paso Robles/Adelaida District. The combination of shallow, calcareous soils and a dinurnal temperature shift approaching 40 degrees during the growing season yield fully ripened fruit and balanced wines. We are a true estate operation—fruit is organically grown and wine is fermented/aged/bottled completely on our ranch. In addition, most sales are done on-site directly to the consumer. Our wines have received many accolades over the years.
31:1612/04/2024
Bob Cabral Wines - Bob Cabral
Bob Cabral Wines was started in 2015 with the mission of crafting world class wines and giving back to children in need. We farm to be as sensitive to the Earth as possible by integrating practices that meld into the natural ecosystem of each vineyard site. Our goal is to leave this planet better than when we arrived. Our winemaking is thoughtful and respectful to the fruit that we receive. We ferment all varietals with the native yeast that are part of the natural flora of the grapes. The goal is to always bottle our wines unfined and unfiltered to deliver the most flavorful wines to our friends & family. Our small production lots are available to a private mailing list and some specialty lots are available only to Club Members. When purchasing a bottle of Bob Cabral Wines, you are not only enjoying “wines to touch your soul”, but more importantly you are part of giving back to all of our communities. By taking care of each other, we change the lives of our future and make this world a much better place.
48:1719/03/2024
Stolpman Vineyards - Peter Stolpman
Over 20 years ago, our Founding Partner, Tom Stolpman, discovered what we believe to be one of the greatest viticultural sites on earth. Hidden in the hills of California’s Central Coast, on a rare Limestone outcropping & unobstructed from the Pacific Ocean wind, this unique land is naturally suited to grow Syrah and Roussanne grapes. We are committed to preserving this natural environment for our vines through conscious farming, dry farming, & sustainable employment. In the winery, we prefer native fermentation & minimal manipulation. Dedicated to sensible farming & winemaking, we believe that we can create vibrant, site-specific wines, with a focus unique to Ballard Canyon AVA, California.Stolpman wines directly reflect the limestone soils and cool windy conditions of our Ballard Canyon AVA vineyard. Vines grow in conservative balance, receiving little, if any, irrigation. All work with the vines is done carefully by hand.
45:0406/12/2023
Ridge Vineyards - Shuana Rosenblun
In 1962, Ridge made its first Monte Bello, and two years later its first zinfandel. Since that time, Ridge has championed single-vineyard winemaking, searching California for those rare and exceptional vineyards where climate, soil, and variety are ideally matched.For more than six decades, Ridge Vineyards has been recognized by top critics and our peers for our consistent quality and steadfast approach to winemaking. Ridge Vineyards is proud to have a team of skilled winemakers who bring their passion and expertise to every wine we produce. With decades of experience and a deep love for the art of winemaking, our winemakers are dedicated to crafting exceptional wines for you to enjoy. Sustainability is both a philosophy and a set of environmentally responsible practices designed to safeguard the land on which we grow our grapes.
43:0229/11/2023
Merriam Vineyards - Diana & Peter Merriam
Founded officially in 2000 with their first vineyard acquisition, tucked at the eastern edge of the Russian River Valley, just south of Healdsburg, Merriam Vineyards has just become one of the region’s loveliest places to settle in and taste, in one of an array of gracious new spaces around the winery and grounds. With an extensive landscape, the Merriam family owns a total of 50 estate acres and farms 9 different varieties with CCOF and CCSW certifications, demonstrating their long term commitment to the land and environment. Their commitment to Bordeaux and Burgundian varieties reflects the foundations of elegant and balanced wine profiles that started founders Peter and Diana on their journey to becoming winery owners, almost 25 years ago.
35:5222/11/2023
Margerum Wine Company - Doug Margerum
Doug Margerum has been intimately involved in the Santa Barbara food and wine scene for over 40 years and is widely regarded as one of the pioneers promoting the uniqueness and quality of the region’s food and wine. Founded in 2001, Margerum produces limited quantities of wines made from grapes grown at their Estate Vineyard in District and at top vineyards from around Santa Barbara County. In 2014, Doug released the Barden wines, which focuses exclusively on the terroir of the Sta. Rita Hills, sourcing fruit from top vineyards in the appellation. Margerum strives to make natural wines that have individual characteristics and personality.
46:3815/11/2023
Melville - Chad Melville
Our ultimate goal is to nurture the land, vines, and fruit in order to maintain the purest forms of each possible. As such, all of the most crucial work is done in the vineyard with a holistic approach.Situated amongst the beautiful Sta. Rita Hills, Melville is a boutique, family-owned winery dedicated to producing exceptional cold-climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Syrah grown exclusively on our estate vineyards. Originally a farming-only enterprise, our founder, Ron Melville, established Melville Vineyards in 1989 in Sonoma County’s Knights Valley. Melville places great importance on being an “estate” winery, meaning we work exclusively with fruit from vineyards that we own and tend to ourselves, in addition to controlling all aspects of making and selling our wines. Farming aggressively, yet carefully, helps encourage the vines to produce small amounts of intensely concentrated fruit.
54:5708/11/2023
Tres Sabores - Julie Johnson
Tres Sabores (“three tastes”) was founded in 1999 by winemaker and owner, Julie Johnson, to explore the ‘three savory flavors’ in every glass of wine: the taste of the vine, the terroir, and the good company around the table. The property is filled with growing history as olives and vines were planted here over a century ago. Today, the farm is a certified organic (CCOF) grower of Cabernet, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, and Petit Verdot, pomegranates, Meyer lemons, and Olives. We also raise Guinea fowl and sheep who serve not only as lawn mowers and the mobile fertilization team for the ranch but also ‘go to market’ and are served in some of the finest farm to table restaurants in the Bay Area.
56:2801/11/2023
Tyler Winery - Justin Willet
A son of Santa Barbara, Justin Tyler Willett began Tyler in 2005 at the age of 24 with a few barrels tucked away in the corner of the Sta. Rita Hills cellar he was working in at the time. It was there, as the assistant winemaker, he honed his approach to Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Here, Justin makes wines of clarity and poise wines lead with structure and persistence; they evoke confidence, focus and vibrancy. Justin is the first to tell you that these are virtues of terroir: they are not created in the cellar, but delicately drawn forth. The unique combination of marine soils, a long mild growing season, and cool ocean influence make this a truly wonderful place for growing pinot noir and chardonnay.
27:3225/10/2023
Verdad Wine - Louisa Lindquist
I started Verdad in 2000 making wines from Spanish grape varieties grown on the Central Coast. I, along with Mike Havens made the first commercial releases of Albariño in California in 2000. I planted Tempranillo in SB County in 1999 and produced a Tempranillo blend in 2001. I focus on making wines from organic/biodyanmic grapes, when possible. I started making Cabernet Sauvignon in 2014 and now produce a Cabernet Sauvignon from Paso Robles sourced from certified organic grapes. This vintage I will also make a Cabernet Sauvignon (also sourced from certified organic grapes), from Santa Ynez Valley/Happy Canyon. Also, vintage 2022 I will be making a Godello made from grapes grown in the Tunnel View Vineyard in Santa Maria Valley.
38:5318/10/2023
Martha Stoumen Wines - Martha Stoumen
Martha Stoumen Wines was founded in Sonoma County, CA in 2014 with the goal of recapturing a farming and winemaking culture that has all but faded away: a winemaking culture of patience. After 8 years apprenticing with minimal-intervention winegrowers around the world, Martha set out as a self-funded, first-generation winemaker to answer the question, “What does California taste like when we challenge the norm?” Our wines are made from unexpected varietals and offer new takes on Northern Californian classics. 98% of our vineyards are either certified organic or practicing organic or biodynamic farming. Over 70% of our vineyards are dry farmed, meaning we only use the water nature provides (which is tricky but very important in California). We look to serve nature and the people who live there, which for us is what expressing terroir is all about. Martha is part of the 5% of women in the CA wine industry that are owners and lead winemakers. She is proud of her stellar female-led team as well. Of the nearly two dozen wines Martha and her team make every year, blends and flavors change according to what nature dictates, but their desire to share the simple pleasures of hand-crafted Californian wine remains the same.
42:0930/08/2023
Fulldraw Vineyard - Connor McMahon
Fulldraw Vineyard has emerged as a leading family grower and producer of Rhône varietal wines in Paso Robles since the winery's first vintage in 2016. The winery is located on the west side of the Paso Robles Willow Creek District AVA on the California Central Coast. Dedicated to the use of organic and regenerative farming practices, site-specific clonal selections, small yields, gentle handling and meticulous blending, Fulldraw aims to capture the distinctive characteristics of the estate in each bottle. Here, Connor and Rebecca have harnessed agriculture, ambition, art and family values, dedicating their lives to the sustainable cultivation of Rhône varieties and to raising their young family.
41:3623/08/2023
Dusty Nabor - Dusty Nabor
Nabor Wines LLC was starting in 2015 with just two barrels but I still remain the sole employee. I began in a custom crush in Westlake Village and cut my teeth there for 3 years before the custom crush went defunct and I acquired all the equipment and moved to my own location in Camarillo. I source primarily from Santa Barbara County and all the associated AVA’s within that. The winery produces about 3000 cases now under 3 brands. The primary brand is Dusty Nabor Wines which makes about 1000 cases comprised of Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Syrah, Viognier, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir
42:0816/08/2023
Casa Dumetz - Sonja Magdevski
It all started in 2004 with a tiny patch of raw earth and a bucket of grapevines to make a dream come true. Ground. Grapes. Grit. The initial goal was to produce Pinot Noir from these grapevines. “The best laid plans....” In the process of digging in the dirt, we learned the true meaning of terroir and its absolute vital role in producing premium fruit. Casa Dumetz is what brought me here, to this place. Starting in 2016, the Casa Dumetz label began producing one singular Pinot Noir from the Sta. Rita Hills. Each vintage explores a unique vineyard and clone within the appellation. With the 2020 vintage, we introduced a kindred Chardonnay to the Casa Dumetz label, sourced exclusively from the LaBarge Estate off Sweeney Canyon road planted on the western edge of the Sta. Rita Hills. If you know Pierre LaBarge, owner and vigneron, you know his farming responsibilities are executed with extreme care. We are beyond excited to be the sole recipient of the only Chardonnay planted on this property. Thank you, Pierre. Today, Casa Dumetz is the overall umbrella for our three labels, which includes Clementine Carter and The Feminist Party. The Rhône varietals are dedicated to our Clementine Carter label. Our principal multi-varietal blend is The Feminist Party GSM, highlighting our collaborative drive.
55:4909/08/2023
Camins 2 Dreams - Tara Gomez
Camins 2 Dreams represents the routes and paths we follow to achieve our dreams. Camins 2 Dreams was founded in 2017. Our grapes are sourced from vineyards in Santa Barbara County with a focus in Sta. Rita Hills. Our philosophy is to make handcrafted, terroir-driven wines that are fermented with natural yeast and use minimal intervention in the winery, with only minimum amounts of SO2 at bottling. Our wines are also all unfined and unfiltered. We believe wine is made in the vineyard and we want to showcase the typicity of each site where the grapes come from. We source fruit from vineyards that share in the same values of respect for the land and their workers and works exclusively with organic, biodynamic, and SIP Certified vineyards with the goal for the next 2 years to purchase fruit from only organic, biodynamic or regenerative farming vineyards. We are a team of two winemakers, Mireia Taribó and Tara Gomez, wife and wife, whose paths first crossed in 2006 through our work in the wine industry. Our friendship grew through wine and travels, which also sparked our love. Our journey of friendship, love, and wine now continues as together we found our dream winery, Camins 2 Dreams.
37:0602/08/2023
Ampelos Cellars - Peter Work
Ampelos is the Greek word for vine. Soil. Vines. Wines. This is the order in which great wine is made. Waking up from the dream is the real belief that a farmer must know his fruit, and we are resolute in our passion to produce hands-on, minimally invasive wines that both whisper and shout about the terroir from which they are grown. Our natural wines are from the 1st certified organic, biodynamic, and sustainable vineyard. Our commitment to eco-friendly, natural farming and winemaking is evident in every sip. Coming from a life of corporate toil, a canceled meeting in the first tower of the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, opened our eyes to the fact that we could no longer put our dreams on hold. Our new lives began with 15 acres of Pinot Noir and Syrah in 2002, then 10 more acres in 2005. We approach winemaking with respect for traditional winemaking practices and openness to experimentation. We believe that the journey is the destination and prioritize creating quality wines sustainably. Sharing the literal fruits of this journey is what makes us excited to walk into the vineyard and winery each day.
38:5926/07/2023
Covenant Winery -Jeff Morgan
Founded in 2003 by vintners Jeff Morgan and the late Leslie Rudd, Covenant is a 9,000 square-foot urban winery in Berkeley, California producing 8,000 cases of wine per year. While the winery owns no vineyards of its own, it sources grapes from some 20 different wineries stretching up the California coast from Santa Barbara to Napa Valley, Sonoma County, Lake County and Lodi. The winery also produces a small amount of wine in Israel, sourced from the Galilee and Golan Heights. All vineyard sources are either bio-dynamic, organic or sustainably farmed. Vinification is with native yeast and native ML. The wines are not fined, and many are not filtered either. In this way founding winemaker Jeff Morgan strives to harness the truest nature of each wine’s provenance. Covenant produces some 20-plus wines that include Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Coast Syrah, Sonoma Chardonnay and Pinot Noir and Lodi Viognier and Grenache rosé. Jeff Morgan’s wife Jodie and daughter Zoe work with him at the winery, as does winemaker Jonathan Hajdu, who has worked with Jeff for 20 years. Managing Director is Sagie Kleinlerer. Leslie Rudd passed away in 2018. Covenant brought in a new partner shortly thereafter: Geoff Rochwarger who lives in Israel. In case you’ve been wondering: Yes, all Covenant wines happen to be kosher (and vegan) too. They can be found in wine shops and restaurants throughout America, in Japan, Taiwan, Canada, London, Israel, Mexico, and Central and South America. The winery is open for tastings by appointment. In the spring and summer, an outdoor tasting patio hosts drop-in guests on weekend afternoons. Spring and summer Sundays also include concerts, sometimes performed by Jeff, whose previous careers included professional saxophone playing.
53:4119/07/2023
Smith-Story Wines - Ali Smith
Smith Story Wine Cellars is the tale of true love. In May of 2013, Eric and Ali eloped on the Big Island of Hawaii to say I Do; also where the name Smith Story Wine Cellars was conceived. Bay Area born Eric and Fort Worth, Texas native Alison met while both working for K&L Wine Merchants in Northern California over a decade ago. A friendship flourished while discovering wines from far away lands, and visits to the Anderson Valley along with dear friends and their beloved dogs Henley and Lakota. “Drink what you love, love what you drink,” Eric often said to Alison while trying new wines over the years together. Today they bring a combined 40+ years of wine industry experience to manage Smith Story Wine Cellars. Eric’s wine buying expertise and retail management lends a keen eye and discerning palate as he became the German, Loire, Alsace, Austrian and Greek wine buyer for K&L. Ali’s hospitality, wine buying, consumer marketing and national sales experience completes the entire wine-supply-chain as she transitioned from her decade old company TexaCali Wine Co. to drive the vision and brand for Smith Story Wine.Alison Smith, grew up in the DFW Metroplex and Northern California native Eric founded the winery in Sonoma County. Smith Story Wine Cellars is based in Sonoma. In late 2021 they relocated their tasting room from Philo, California (the Anderson Valley) to Healdsburg, California. In 2014 the launched "Farmers First" on Kickstarted and were fully funded in 30 days. Later that year, along with their dear Goldendoodle, Lord Sandwich, Ali Story founded a non-profit Socks For Sandwich, which donates new socks to the needy.
35:5212/07/2023
Sojourn Cellars - Randy Bennett
Sojourn Cellars produces highly acclaimed Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvignon wines. We source fruit from celebrated vineyards in both Sonoma and Napa counties, where we work closely with vineyard owners who use world-class growing methods for cultivating grapes of the highest quality. Our hands-off winemaking style allows the character and personality of these special vineyard sites to shine through in the finished wines.At Sojourn, every single decision we make, every vineyard we work with, every person on our small team, and every hour spent in the winery is done to deliver an extraordinary experience to our customers. We love sharing our wines through the approachable and memorable tasting experiences in our Tasting Salon in Sonoma, as well as sharing our wines with our loyal mailing list members, at our events, and in our homes. There is little in life that surpasses a shared experience with others over a very special glass of wine. In everything we do, our goal is to deliver uniquely memorable wine sojourns.
38:2405/07/2023
Wine Craft - Scott Peterson
Scott then ventured into the world of winemaking entrepreneurship, creating his first label in 1999, S.P. Drummer, a highly acclaimed Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon blend, then Rumpus in 2007, focusing on Sonoma Coast wines. He worked diligently, entering new markets and selling wine through distributors, which brought initial success, but proved to be very time consuming and taxing. In 2013, Angels funded Scott’s third label, Rox, then took on his other 2 brands a few years later. Because of your support, his career has taken off and flourished. Scott – who dubs himself a “one-man show” – now has three labels – Rumpus, Rox and S.P. Drummer – the latter which is a throwback to his drumming days in Williamsburg. Since his first internships in Sonoma County, Scott has studied Sonoma’s appellations and investigated the best sites for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, like Petaluma Gap, Russian River Valley and Sonoma Coast. He’s also ventured into Napa Valley for Cabernet, Clarksburg for Petite Sirah and Tempranillo, and Argentina’s high-elevation vineyards for Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Chardonnay.With Angel support, Scott’s making a diverse range of wines – his mom’s favorite Sauvignon Blanc, four distinctive Chardonnays, Napa and Sonoma Cabernets, California Petite Sirah and Tempranillo – plus a collection of wines from Argentina. His wines are one of a kind, just the way he likes them.
31:0228/06/2023
Idlewild - Sam Bilbro
Idlewild was founded in 2012 by 4th generation vintner Sam Bilbro as a dream to produce varietals that originate in Italy's Piedmont in the hills of Northern California. That dream has grown faster than could have been imagined from less than 700 cases to 7000 cases in 10 years. The wines are made with respect for tradition and varietal using minimal intervention. Over the years, Idlewild has grown to manage Fox Hill Vineyards, Lost Hills Ranch (our estate vineyard), and Rancho Coda; a total of 160 acres have been converted to organic and regenerative practices and evolved to have a diverse selection of mainly Italian varietals at our direction.
36:2021/06/2023
Head High - Brit Richards
We are passionate about crafting small batch wines expressive of the unique clones and AVA’s reflected in our wines. Overseeing our vineyard sourcing is Rob Harris who has been integral in maintaining vital relationships with our local grape growers. Sourcing fruit for our wines that embody the coastal influence of Sonoma County, allows us to make wines that overdeliver in the glass and offer an uncompromising choice for your everyday wine.
26:4714/06/2023
Four Lanterns - Steve Gleason
Four Lanterns Winery is a family owned and operated boutique winery that produces estate Rhône, Bordeaux & Spanish style wines in Paso Robles, California. Our 35 acre property rests on West Highway 46, in the formidable Willow Creek AVA. The Gleason’s home property resides in the Templeton Gap AVA and is home to their Bordeaux and Spanish varietals. Four Lanterns capitalizes on the region’s hot days, cool nights, and calcareous soil to make balanced, approachable, and delicious wines. Before creating Four Lanterns, Steve and Jackie had been visiting Paso Robles for thirty years. Steve worked in institutional money management, while Jackie worked as a Physical Therapist. Launching Four Lanterns Winery satisfied a desire to leave the corporate world behind and start their own business together, with the winery's name honoring their four daughters. Together they celebrate their fine wine, family, friends & the Paso community and welcome you to share in their welcoming community at Four Lanterns Winery.
39:4007/06/2023
The Grenachista - Casey Graybehl
We started in 2013 with the idea that Grenache is an underdog of a grape variety and should be championed. And that's what we do. We are All things Grenache: Single vineyard Grenache Noir, Grenache Blanc, Pét-Nats, Piquettes and Rosé.Rhone style Grenache made with California Fruit. Painfully hand crafted in tiny lots from the best vineyard sources in California. We are Grenache Guerillas.
31:2331/05/2023
Joseph Jewell Wines - Adrian Manspeaker
In 2006 we began making wine in a garage for people like us — back then it was all about creating high-quality wines that go with laid back experiences, always bringing it back to food, friendship, and family. Fifteen years later, we’ve aged a bit, like some of our favorite wines, and we put family squarely at the center of all we do. It all happens within a vibrant and close community that surrounds the wine experience. From growing to making to drinking, we’re honing our craft and widening our circle with each vintage. We’re proud and humbled that we get to create small-lot Pinot Noir from the crown jewel Sonoma County sites in our own backyard. We can’t wait for you to discover the unexplored vineyards of our Humboldt County roots. Delight in the simplicity of well-made wines, created and shared in kindred spirit with you. From unexplored vineyards in hidden coastal corners of Northern California…to renowned Russian River and Sonoma Coast sites, we create wines that combine character and approachability, community and drinkability. Every wine brings out the unique qualities of its vineyard and the personality and care of the people who brought it to life. Singular expressions of people and place, vintage after vintage, creating an outpouring of connection.
41:2124/05/2023
Gary Farrell Winery - Theresa Heredia
Gary Farrell Winery was founded in 1982 by Gary Farrell, who was a pioneer in the Russian River Valley wine region. For more than 40 years, Gary Farrell Winery has crafted artisan Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays that capture the balance and stylistic elegance of some of the finest vineyard sites in the region. Gary sold the winery in 2004 and it is now owned by Bill Price and a group of investors. Director of winemaking Theresa Heredia has made the wines since 2012 and works with some of the regions top growers to produce wines that capture the unique character of the vineyard.
36:1917/05/2023
Three Sticks - Ryan Prichard
Three Sticks philosophy is to produce wines of world class quality from exceptional vineyards in Sonoma County, including our estate properties Durell and Gap's Crown Vineyards. We are passionate about what we do and we hope you like the wines as much as we enjoy making them.
44:5410/05/2023
Chalk Hill - Darrel Holbrook
Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards & Winery located in the Russian River Valley AVA in Sonoma County, California, is one of California’s premier producers of luxury wines. Founded in 1972 by Fred Furth, Chalk Hill was acquired by Foley Family Wines in 2010. Under Bill Foley’s leadership, Chalk Hill continues to promote the Chalk Hill AVA as one of the top winegrowing regions in California. The unique topography, climatic and geological diversity of Chalk Hill creates an environment that allows for a wide range of varieties to be grown on the estate including Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Carmenère, Syrah and Semillon. The 1,300 acre iconic Sonoma estate includes around 300 acres of vineyards, a winery, a hospitality center, culinary gardens, equestrian pavilion, ponds and a wilderness area.
28:3503/05/2023
Domaine Carneros - TJ Evans
Founded by the noble family behind Champagne Taittinger, Claude Taittinger's search for a worthy U.S. counterpart began in the late 1970s. In 1987 he selected a 138-acre parcel in the heart of Carneros, Napa Valley. Wisely selecting Eileen Crane to oversee the development of the winery and vineyards, the team created the quintessential California expression of the Taittinger style in Carneros.The heart of Domaine Carneros has always been sparkling wines, with distinctive styles ranging from the classic vintage-dated Brut cuvée to our luxury Le Rêve Blanc de Blancs. In 1992 we added rich, complex Pinot Noir to our portfolio and our passion for sparkling and still wines continues to grow. Learn about sparkling winemaking and Eileen Crane, Pinot Noir winemaking and TJ Evans, and our portfolio of wines.All of our wines proudly hail from the Carneros appellation, and 95% of our fruit comes from our estate vineyards. More on our vineyards.As anyone who has driven between Napa and Sonoma can tell you, the Domaine Carneros château is a stunning regional landmark. Join us for tableside service on the terrace or in the salon and savor the spirit of the Northern California wine country
39:3526/04/2023
South Coast Winery - Jon McPherson
Surrounded by 63 acres of carefully tended vines, South Coast Winery in Temecula elevates the Southern California winery experience to Napa levels and beyond. What makes our grapes so special is the combination of the rich Southern California soil and generous Temecula Valley sunshine. Pair this stunning atmosphere with South Coast Winery's talented winemakers and you get beautiful wines that you simply cannot find elsewhere. We are the proud recipient of the Golden State Winery of the Year by the California State Fair in the California Commercial Wine Competition. This is an unprecedented fifth win of this title by any California Winery.
51:1003/03/2023
Palumbo Family Vineyards and Winery - Nick and Cindy Palumbo
Family owned and operated sustainable vineyards and winery with a focus on estate grown and produced red wines. Sangiovese, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc are just a few of the offerings along with several blends. Viognier is the sole white wine that, along with the other wines produced, is very limited in production. We only offer our wines direct to consumer thru the tasting room or wine club as well as very limited restaraunt placements in the southern california area.
54:4701/03/2023
Gleason Family Vineyards - Max Marshak
The Gleason Family Vineyards hospitality portfolio is an independent, family owned and operated group of brands which includes Roblar Winery and Vineyards, Refugio Ranch Vineyards, and now, Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard. The family's carefully-selected and meticulously farmed Santa Ynez Valley estate vineyards produce a variety of grapes from Sauvignon Blanc to Roussanne, Grenache to Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon to Syrah, all destined for expertly-crafted wines from the seasoned team of head winemaker, Max Marshak, assistant winemakers Kat Neenan and Brett Reeves, and cellarmaster Marine Grolleau. The portfolio also includes the new and exclusive Gleason Family Vineyards label, a selection of reserved bottlings showcasing the estate properties' best and most unique lots for each vintage.
45:0027/02/2023