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- podcast· 23:18· Ep 164
Roger Beery Owner and Wine Maker at J. Cage Cellars
Wine Road Podcast Episode 164 Sponsored by Ron Rubin Winery Episode 164 | Roger Beery Owner and Wine Maker at J. Cage Cellars Roger Beery tells us about his journey from wine blogger to winemaker and how the entire family got involved in creating J.Cage Cellars. Our Fast Five Recipe is Lemon-Goat Cheese-Mushroom Pizza from Nick Stez at WoodenHead Our book of the day is Blood Form a Stone by Adam McHugh. Wine of the Day: It's a mystery! Fast Five Recipe: Lemon-Goat Cheese-Mushroom Pizza from Nick Stez at WoodenHead Wine Book of The Day : Blood from a Stone by Adam McHugh Podcast Sponsor: Ron Rubin Winery https://ronrubinwinery.com/ SHOW NOTES 0:58 J.Cage Cellars Tasting Room in Windsor where it's all happening 1:53 How J.Cage Cellars came to be. Started with a wine blog Bacchus and Beery, and then became a family affair with everyone joining together to make the winery a reality in 2014. 7:00 Tasting room experience at J.Cage Cellars is casual and relaxed -- very likely you will meet Ro
- podcast· 28:47· Ep 163
Chris Taddei Owner and Wine Maker of Taddei Wines
Wine Road Podcast Episode 163 Sponsored by Ron Rubin Winery Episode 163 | Chris Taddei Owner and Wine Maker of Taddei Wines. Chris Taddei of Taddei wines joins us to tell us about his winemaking philosophy and how he got into making wine. He shares his Project X, 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon from Alexander Valley. Our Fast Five Recipe is Lamb Chops with Blue Cheese Compound Butter from Julius Orth from Ektimo. Wine of the Day: Taddei Project X, 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley Fast Five Recipe: Lamb Chops with Blue Cheese Compound Butter from Julius Orth from Ektimo. Podcast Sponsor: Ron Rubin Winery https://ronrubinwinery.com/ SHOW NOTES 1:04 Starting off with 2018 Taddei Cabernet Sauvignon from Alexander Valley (Project X) But Chris brought a whole case of wines to try! 3:00 Chris's tasting room philosophy is he wants people to understand who he is and what he does through his wine. He will open anything you are interested in. 5:08 Wine is a slow beverage. The learning experience
- podcast· 32:59· Ep 162
Sparkling Discoveries with Vicky Farrow of Amista Vineyards and Joy Sterling of Iron Horse Vineyards
Wine Road Podcast Episode 162 Sponsored by Ron Rubin Winery Episode 162 | Sparkling Discoveries with Vicky Farrow of Amista Vineyards and Joy Sterling of Iron Horse Vineyards Vicky Farrow of Amista Vineyards and Joy Sterling of Iron Horse Vineyards share their beautiful sparkling wines with us and tell us about the new website created by Vicky called Sparkling Discoveries a community for sparkling wine lovers devoted to all things bubbly – the people, places, and world of sparkling wines and Champagnes. We pop a magnum of the Iron Horse special edition 2014 Brut Stargazing Cuvée Sparkling Wine that is truly out-of this world! Our Fast Five recipe Barbecue Ribs from Mitch Blakeley at Pedroncelli Winery. Wine of the Day: Iron Horse special edition 2014 Brut Stargazing Cuvée Sparkling & Amista Sparkling Tres a Rosé of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvédre. Fast Five Recipe: Barbecue Ribs from Mitch Blakeley at Pedroncelli Winery. Podcast Sponsor: Ron Rubin Winery SHOW NOTES 1:15 Wines of the Day
- podcast· 23:43· Ep 161
Jenna McDaniel, Hospitality Manager & Tasting Room Princess at Pech Merle Winery, in Geyserville.
Wine Road Podcast Episode 161 Sponsored by Ron Rubin Winery Episode 161 | Jenna McDaniel, Hospitality Manager & Tasting Room Princess at Pech Merle Winery, in Geyserville. Jenna McDaniel delights us with her story of how she found her way to working in the industry, her awesome marriage proposal that involved her favorite wine and a life changing pizza, all while we enjoy a bottle of the Pech Merle Sparkling Brut Rose of Syrah. Our Fast Five recipe is Baked Ricotta with Honey Appetizer from Liz Pembroke of Pembroke Design Studios in Healdsburg. Wine of the Day: Peche Merle Brut Rose of Syrah Fast Five Recipe: Baked Ricotta with Honey Appetizer From Liz Pembroke of Pembroke Design Studios Podcast Sponsor: Ron Rubin Winery https://ronrubinwinery.com/ SHOW NOTES 1:08 Jenna –Princess of the Tasting Room wears all the hats at Peche Merle, which means cave under the hill in ancient French! 1:31 Wine of the Day Pech Merle Brut Rose of Syrah their first ever sparkling. Awesome label on the out
- podcast· 33:45· Ep 160
Janae Franicevic, Owner and General Manager, Sunce Winery & Vineyard
Wine Road Podcast Episode 160 Sponsored by Ron Rubin Winery Episode 160 | Janae Franicevic, Owner and General Manager, Sunce Winery & Vineyard Janae Franicevic from Sunce Winery and Vineyard joins us to share a bottle of Sunce 2020 Malvazia Nera with us while we learn her family and what's happening at the winery where there are over 40 wines to choose from when you visit. Soon you will say the wines at Sunce are divine! Fast Five Recipe is Linda's Salad from Mysty Stewart. Wine of the Day: Sunce 2020 Malvazia Nera Fast Five Recipe: Linda's Salad from Mysty Stewart. Podcast Sponsor: Ron Rubin Winery SHOW NOTES 1:00 Wine of the Day – 2020 Malvazia Nera from Sunce Winery. It's the perfect breakfast wine. 1:45 Sunce just started their 33st consecutive harvest. Cheers to that! 3:21 Janae recently drove through Italy on a family vacation and discovered an amazing bottle of Malvazia Nera. 5:37 Janae also brought a bottle of the Sunce 2019 Montepulciano grown in Russian River Valley. Only 9 b
- podcast· 35:05· Ep 159
Lynn Fritz Owner, Lynmar Estate Winery
Wine Road Podcast Episode 159 Sponsored by Ron Rubin Winery Episode 159 | Lynn Fritz Owner, Lynmar Estate Winery Lynn Fritz is living his passion and tells us about the many splendors of the Lynmar Estate, being a steward of the land, and his philosophy behind building a community around people and place. Plus he shares a bottle of the 2018 Lynmar Pinot Noir from Quail Hill Vineyard. Our Fast Five Recipe is Ahi Poke form Carole Shelton. Wine of the Day: 2018 Lynmar Pinot Noir, Quail Hill Vineyard Fast Five Recipe: Ahi Poke from Carol Shelton Podcast Sponsor: Ron Rubin Winery SHOW NOTES 1:00 Wine of the Day – 2018 Lynmar Pinot Noir form Quail Hill Vineyard. A great vintage made with14 clones of Pinot. It's Light and opulent with a dense fruity nose, and lingering finish. Like a chord! 5:22 Lynn's philosophy on the perfect size business and the growth or (non-growth) of Lynmar which is kept at a 12-15,000 case level to keep it optimal for quality and service. 7:28 Seeking harmony in all
- podcast· 28:32· Ep 158
Nikolai Stez Winemaker and Co-Owner, Woodenhead Winery
Wine Road Podcast Episode 158 Sponsored by Ron Rubin Winery Episode 158 | Nikolai Stez Winemaker and Co- Owner, Woodenhead Winery Nikolai tells us how he got into winemaking, the origins of the name Woodenhead, and the wines made at Woodenhead. We sip on the Woodenhead 2017 Pinot Noir, Buena Tierra Vineyard, E Block, Clone 115. Wine of the Day: 2017 Woodenhead Pinot Noir, Buena Tierra Vineyard, E Block, Clone 115 Book of the Day : Concise Guide to Blind Tasting by Neel Burton. Fast Five Recipe: Vinegar Chicken with Crushed Olive Dressing by Marcy Gordon Podcast Sponsor: Ron Rubin Winery SHOW NOTES 0:52 Wine of the Day –2017 Woodenhead Pinot Noir, Buena Tierra Vineyard, E Block, Clone 115. Will be released soon. 2:27 The meaning behind the name woodenhead – it's both a vine term but also more about Nikolai's stubbornness. ;-) 4:10 Born and raised in SF and Nikolai's parents used to come to the Russian River when he was a child. He had a variety of jobs and then while working at Spears M
- podcast· 14:49
Bonus Episode: Wine Road at Grapefest 2022 & Marcy Visits Ron Rubin Winery
Wine Road Podcast Bonus Episode Sponsored by Ron Rubin Winery Bonus Episode | Wine Road at Texas Grapefest 2022 & Marcy Visits Ron Rubin Winery Beth and Marcy will be representing Sonoma County Wine at The 36th Annual GrapeFest in Grapevine, Texas on September 15-18, 2022. Come say hello if you are in the area. Plus Marcy tells us all about her visit to Ron Rubin Winery during harvest. Wine of the Day: Ron Rubin Pinot Noir Book of the Day : The Grapes of Ralph by Ralph Steadman Podcast Sponsor: Ron Rubin Winery SHOW NOTES 0:44 Texas or Bust! Beth and Marcy are going to Grapevine, Texas as ambassadors for Sonoma County wine at the 36th Annual GrapeFest! September 15-18th, 2022. (not the 19th as Beth says!) Come say hello to us at GrapeFest we will be giving out Wine Road ear buds. 2:49 Details the tastings and events at GrapeFest in Grapevine, Texas –September 15th -18th! 4:56 American Airlines has a direct flight to Dallas so it's easy to visit Sonoma Wine Country. 5:30 Marcy tells us
- podcast· 24:32· Ep 157
Julius Orth, Director of Hospitality and Tasting Room Manager at Ektimo Winery
Wine Road Podcast Episode 157 Sponsored by Ron Rubin Winery Episode 157 | Julius Orth, Director of Hospitality and Tasting Room Manager (and Professional Consumer) from Ektimo Winery Julius regales us with stories from his fascinating life and tells us what to expect when visiting Ektimo for a tasting while we enjoy the 2019 Ektimo Estate Mount Eden Pinot Noir. Wine of the Day: 2019 Ektimo Estate Mt. Eden Pinot Noir. Fast Five Recipe: Salad Dressing by Richard Ross of Threshold Studios Podcast Sponsor: Ron Rubin Winery SHOW NOTES 1:00 Wine of the Day --2019 Ektimo Estate Mount Eden Pinot Noir. Winner of the North Coast Wine Competition –Best of Class. Made from vines planted in 2013 with four different clones. 2:27 Ektimo located on Ross Road near Iron Horse winery between Graton and Forestville. Located next to Ron Rubin Winery 3:07 The word Ektimo is an expression of appreciation or gratitude in Greek. 4:00 Tasting room open for tastings five days a week closed on Mondays and Tuesday
- podcast· 35:05· Ep 156
Mitch Blakeley Operations Manager at Pedroncelli Winery
Wine Road Podcast Episode 156 Sponsored by Ron Rubin Winery Episode 156 | Mitch Blakeley, Operations Manager, Pedroncelli Winery We chat with Mitch, 4th generation at the winery, about his duties at Pedroncelli where it's truly a family affair as approach their 95th Anniversary! We sip on the 2019 Pedroncelli Mother Clone Zinfandel. Wine of the Day: Pedroncelli 2019 Mother Clone Zinfandel Fast Five Recipe: Easy Pasta Sauce from Deb Osborn, Wine Road Event Manager Book of the Day : VINO: The Essential Guide to Real Italian Wine by Joe Campanale. Podcast Sponsor: Ron Rubin Winery SHOW NOTES 1:00 Mitch began learning the basics of vineyard management working with his father Lance Blakeley in the vineyard. It's a legacy of viticulture. 4:22 Mitch explains the day-to-day duties that he oversees at the winery. 5:46 Wine of the Day: Pedroncelli 2019 Mother Clone Zinfandel the flagship wine at the winery. The Mother Clone Zinfandel has a bit of "extra" going on in terms of nose and palate and
- podcast· 20:45· Ep 155
Cloverdale & Geyserville Itinerary 2022 UPDATE
Wine Road Podcast Episode 155 Sponsored by Ron Rubin Winery Episode 155 | Cloverdale & Geyserville Itinerary 2022 UPDATE Beth gives us an update with Itinerary suggestions for Cloverdale & Geyserville. Our Fast Five is Grilled Goat Cheese Toastette from Christine Lilieanthal from Sonoma County Wine Grape Commission. Wine of the Day- Kelley & Young Rose. Wine of the Day: Kelley & Young Rose Fast Five Recipe: Goat Cheese Toastette from Christine Lilienthal from Sonoma County Wine Grape Commission Podcast Sponsor: Ron Rubin Winery SHOW NOTES 1:35 Where to Stay in Cloverdale The Pinschower Inn a 1920's Victorian B&B. within walking distance to everything in Cloverdale including Pappas Pizza and Plank Coffee. 4:14 Wine of the Day – Kelley & Young Rose. The Kelley and Young tasting room is in Cloverdale. 5:03 PRO TIP: Always check on hours of wineries and restaurants places before you go as many places are only open certain days of the week 5:40 In Cloverdale visit Dahlia & Sage Market for p
- podcast· 23:06· Ep 154
Sebastopol Itinerary 2022 UPDATE: What's New and Coming Soon
Wine Road Podcast Episode 154 Sponsored by Ron Rubin Winery Episode 154 | Sebastopol Itinerary 2022 UPDATE: What's New and Coming Soon Marcy fills us in on what's new and coming soon to Sebastopol. Our Fast Five is Grilled Caprese Crostini from Karissa Kruse of the Sonoma County Winegrowers. Fast Five Recipe: Grilled Caprese Crostini from Karissa Kruse with Sonoma County Winegrowers Podcast Sponsor: Ron Rubin Winery https://ronrubinwinery.com/ SHOW NOTES 2:16 Starting on the South end of town in Sebastopol-- Avid Coffee (formerly Acre). Psychic Pie Pizza new spot with pizza the pound on sourdough crusts with eclectic toppings made in square pans and a rotating beer and natural wine list. Inca Peruvian restaurant—Peruvian cuisine located behind Starbucks. And Storia Home , home goods store by Gina Rachelle Design a collection of decor, art, textiles, books, and furniture that tell a story. 5:00 New on Main Street— The Third Pig cocktail bar from our friends at Bowman Wines! Super cute a
- podcast· 20:02· Ep 153
John Viszlay of Viszlay Vineyards
Wine Road Podcast Episode 153 Sponsored by Ron Rubin Winery Episode 153 | John Viszlay of Viszlay Vineyards. John Viszlay joins us to talk about what's going on at the vineyard and introduce us to his new second label –Sonoma Jones. We also hear from Jessie Poshepny Vallery's with her Fast Five recipe for Strawberry Gazpacho. Wine of the Day: 2019 Sonoma Jones Chardonnay, Russian River Valley Book of the Day: Press for Champagne Guide: A Guide to Enjoying The World's Greatest Sparking Wine by Christopher S. Ruhland. Fast Five: Strawberry Gazpacho from Jessie Poshepny Vallery at Trione Vineyards Podcast Sponsor: Ron Rubin Winery https://ronrubinwinery.com/ SHOW NOTES 0:53 Wine of the Day : 2019 Sonoma Jones Chardonnay, Russian River Valley. Johns second label that is an homage and tribute to his mother's family, the Jones. 5:20 John tells us what's happening at the winery and in the vineyard—so many projects in the works—from grafting vines, to clearing the land to create new spaces for