Wine Road: The Wine, When & Where of Sonoma County – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Episode 214

Sponsored by: River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

In today's episode, our esteemed guest Jack Florence delves into the inspiration behind his new book "Dare to Dream" and his role in founding Rockpile. He offers insights into his son's award-winning wines, Petite Souris and Zinfandel from Rockpile, thus illuminating the significance of growers in the wine industry.

Links:

https://www.florencevineyard.com/

Legacy of a Village: The Italian Swiss Colony Winery and People of Asti, California

A Noble Heritage

Sponsor:

River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Credits:
The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at
 Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA.
http://thresholdstudios.info/

Episode 213

Sponsored by: River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Anthony Beckman, Winemaker at Balletto Vineyards

Today we're joined by Anthony Beckman, the winemaker at Balletto Vineyards. He discusses his unique transition from journalism to winemaking and the importance of supporting local farmers. Balletto Vineyards, famous for its Chardonnay, not only contributes to the community but also ensures a memorable experience for its customers through walk-in tastings and a scenic tasting deck.

Wine of the Day: Balletto Vineyards 2020 Twin Ridges Chardonnay

Links:

https://www.ballettovineyards.com/

https://www.wineroad.com/events/wine-food-affair/

Sponsor:

River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Credits:
The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at
 Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA.
http://thresholdstudios.info/

Episode 204
Sponsored by: River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Episode 204 unpacks Moshin Vineyards through a chat with Rick Moshin, shedding light on new varietals like the 2023 Vermintino and exclusive events such as the Bordeaux river cruise. Besides the vineyard's rich history, listeners learn about upcoming events like Amber's art show, a writing workshop, and a joint venture with Swan Winery.

Wine of the Day: Moshin Vineyards 2023 Vermentino

Fast Five: Coco, co-host of Rockin' Vino

Healthy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies (Vegan optional!)
Ingredients:
-Bananas
-Applesauce
-Oats
-Milk (almond or otherwise is fine too!)
-Vanilla
-Chocolate Chips
-Cinnamon

Set oven to 325
Mash up the bananas, then you put in the applesauce, some oats, a little bit of milk and vanilla, and just mix it all together and then add in, like if you wanted to add cinnamon, which I always do, and then add in your chocolate chips once everything is mixed in. And then you put it on a pan, smash it down a little bit, and bake it for about 15 minutes or so, and they come out delicious.

Links:

https://moshinvineyards.com/

https://www.rocknvino.com/

Sponsor:

River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Credits:
The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at
 Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA.
http://thresholdstudios.info/

Episode 203

Sponsored by: River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Mark Elcombe, Home Place Manager at Sonoma-Cutrer

This podcast highlights Marc Elcombe of Sonoma-Cutrer, delving into the winery's distinct offerings and acclaimed Chardonnays. Known for tastings, vineyard tours, and unique croquet games, Sonoma-Cutrerstands as a noteworthy asset in the wine industry. Recently, the winery was welcomed into the prestigious Duckhorn Portfolio, cementing its position in the wine market.

Wine of the Day: Sonoma-Cutrer 2021 The Cutrer Chardonnay

Fast Five:

Lemon Spaghetti by Michelle from Rock'n'Vino

Olive Oil
Parmesan Cheese
1 Garlic clove 
Lemon (Meyer or Eureka)
Spaghetti

Use a microplane zester for the following: Zest lemon, Zest garlic clove, zest a fluffy pile of parmesan cheese into a bowl. Add olive oil, squeeze the juice of the lemon juice in and stir. Once pasta is to al-dente readiness, scoop it out and throw it into the bowl with the dressing. Add a little bit of pasta water if it needs to loosen up. And THAT’S IT. :) 

Links:
https://www.sonomacutrer.com/

https://www.rocknvino.com/

Sponsor:

River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Credits:
The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at
 Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA.
http://thresholdstudios.info/

Episode 202

Sponsored by: River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

In this podcast episode, Dustin Moilanen, co-founder and winemaking director at ACTA shares insights about their unique winemaking process. ACTA, embodying their Latin motto 'Acta Non Verba' or 'Deeds Not Words', puts emphasis on intentional winemaking. Highlighted in the discussion is their signature red blend, Deeds, a rich mix of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, and sometimes Malbec.

Wine of the Day: ACTA 2021 Deeds

Fast Five: 

Shane from Wilson Winery: Pulled Pork! 

Pork Tenderloin
Sweet Teriyaki BBQ Sauce
Brown Sugar
Apple Cider Vinegar
1 Cup Chicken Stock 

Crock pot for 5-6 hours - shred with forks, eat on a brioche bun - include coleslaw if you want, but Shane isn’t a coleslaw guy. 

Pairs well with any Wilson Winery Zinfandel!

Links: 

https://actawine.com/

https://www.wilsonwinery.com/

Sponsor:

River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Credits:
The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at
 Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA.
http://thresholdstudios.info/

Episode 201

Sponsored by: River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Carol Shelton, Winemaker and Owner of Carol Shelton Wines

Today we are joined by renowned winemaker Carol Shelton! We delve into her favorites- currently, the 2022 Coquille Blanc and Wild Thing Rendezvous Rosé, discussing their distinctive winemaking processes. She emphasizes the critical role barrel selection plays in shaping the wines' flavor profiles and highlights the richness of her wines through food pairing, providing a recipe for an asparagus tart that beautifully complements the Coquille Blanc.

Wines of the Day:

Carol Shelton 2022 Coquille Blanc

Wild Thing 2023 Rendezvous Rosé

Fast Five: Carol's "Asparagus Tart" - Or Fancy Pizza :)

Instructions from Carol herself:

Here are the FIVE (sort of, I cheated a bit):
1 roll of crescent roll dough (or puff pastry if you have to be fancy)
2 T. Dijon mustard
2 c. freshly grated gruyère cheese (or fontina or asiago)
1 # very skinny asparagus, tough ends snapped or cut off, then cut into 1” lengths
½ c. freshly grated parmesan cheese
A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and its zest (optional)
A sprinkling of Herbes de Provence (optional)
 
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Flatten out crescent roll dough into a rectangle (approx. 12”x9”) on parchment paper on a sheet pan.
Prick it all over with a fork (called “docking it”).  Spread the mustard evenly over the docked dough. 
Sprinkle grated gruyère over crust, avoiding edges so it won’t bubble over when hot.
Lay asparagus over the bed of cheese and sprinkle herbs, parmesan and lemon juice/zest on top. 
You can make a nice pattern of the asparagus if you want to get fancy!
Bake at 400°F for 15-20 min or until pastry edges are brown and crispy and cheese is melted.
Cut into squares and serve—top with a squeeze of balsamic glaze if desired.

Links:

https://www.carolshelton.com/

Sponsor:

River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Credits:
The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at
 Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA.
http://thresholdstudios.info/

Episode 200

Sponsored by: River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Richard Ross, Wine Road Podcast Sound Engineer Superstar

The 200th episode of The Wine Road podcast features Beth and Marcy reminiscing on their podcasting journey, with the one and only Richard Ross, the man behind the Wine Road Podcast curtain! Join them on this reflective journey - with a glass of wine!

Wines of the Day: 

Russian River Vineyards 2022 Bacigalupi 

Moshin Vineyards 2019 Estate Pinot Noir

Ron Rubin Blue Bin Planet Friendly 100% Recycled Bottle, the 2022 Pinot Grigio

Links:

Russian River Vineyards

Papapietro Perry

Moshin Vineyards

Sonoma County Wine Growers

Alexander Valley Vineyards

The Wine List

Wine Industry Network

VinoTastr

The Matheson

Valette

Gold Ridge Organic Farms

Sponsor:

River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Credits:
The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at
 Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA.
http://thresholdstudios.info/

Episode 199

Sponsored by: River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Coco and Michele from Rock'n Vino

Tune into Rockin' Vino Radio where hosts Michelle Marquez and Coco Sturzenbach take you on a journey through the intriguing intersection of music and wine. They engage with winemakers, musicians and chefs, discussing the fascinating impacts of music on wine perception and enjoyment. Available on KSRO and various podcast platforms, this show offers a unique auditory experience for all wine and music enthusiasts with lively discussions and thoughtful pairings.

Fast Five:

Andrea Card from Francis Ford Coppola Winery

*Super Easy Caprese*

-Log of Mozzarella (preferably fresh)
-Fresh Basil - whole leaves
-Tomatoes- sliced
-Reduced Balsamic 
-Extra Virgin Olive Oil
(Salt & Pepper to taste) 

Slice the mozzarella, put fresh basil and sliced tomatoes on top - top with balsamic and EVOO! Simple, fresh and delicious!

Pairs nicely with Francis Ford Coppola - Sofia Blanc de Blancs

Links: 

https://www.ksro.com/podcast/rock-n-vino/

https://www.rocknvino.com/

https://www.francisfordcoppolawinery.com/

Sponsor:

River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Credits:
The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at
 Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA.
http://thresholdstudios.info/

Episode 198

Sponsored by: River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Wine of the Day:  Wilson Winery 2021 Zinfandel

In this episode, we are joined by Shane Tracy, the Tasting Room Manager at Wilson Winery. Shane discusses his journey in the wine business and the joy he derives from working in a family-owned, hands-on winery like Wilson Winery. 

Fast Five: 
Crab Toast by Tim Bodell, Executive Chef at Francis Ford Coppola Winery 

Ingredients:
(Dungeness) Crab
Crusty sourdough
preserved meyer lemon
green garlic (this is young garlic)
aioli/butter/extra virgin olive oil (this one is up to you!)

- Buy or make the sourdough yourself
- Mix crab meat with preserved Meyer lemon, some fresh chopped green garlic and blend it together with aioli if you want it cold, or drizzle some butter if you want a hot dish.
-pile it high on the bread

Links:

https://www.wilsonwinery.com/

https://www.francisfordcoppolawinery.com/

Sponsor:

River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Credits:
The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at
 Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA.
http://thresholdstudios.info/

Episode 197

Sponsored by: River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Lucas Meeker, Co-Owner and Winemaker at The Meeker Vineyard

Lucas Meeker of The Meeker Vineyards joined us in the studio today and he shared their unique winemaking process that seamlessly blends tradition and innovation. He talked about the diverse range of wines they produce and chatted with us about their wine club and immersive tasting experiences. This episode not only offers a glimpse into Meeker Vineyards' ethos and passion but also invites listeners to understand the philosophy and commitment behind every bottle they create.

Wines of the Day: 

The Meeker Vineyard: 

Pop Punk # 7 Rosé of Zinfandel Pét Nat

"Type Two Fun" Red Blend

Fast Five:

Glen from Emeritus
Asian-Inspired Dressing
to be used on salads or cucumbers, chicken, carrots - or anything else!

Vinegar 
Sesame Oil
Chopped Up Garlic
Chili Crunch - if you like it spicy!
Dash of Soy Sauce

Add ingredients to taste, and the longer you let it sit/meld together the yummier it is! 

Links:

http://meekerwine.com/

https://www.emeritusvineyards.com/ 

Sponsor:

River Road Family Vineyards and Winery

Credits:
The Wine Road podcast is mixed and mastered at
 Threshold Studios Sebastopol, CA.
http://thresholdstudios.info/