If you love the holiday season, you probably also toast a time or two with your favorite sparkling wines. Not that sparkling wine is just for the holiday season, quite the contrary. It is so easy to pair with foods, and is a great spirit lifter after a long and less than perfect day at […]
By January, wine fun seems in short supply, especially after the fast-paced activities beginning with Thanksgiving and running through to the new year. But fear not, the Wine Road offers a winter wine festival filled with great wines, plenty of laughter, great photo ops and a whole lot of fun — it’s the 32nd annual […]
The Wine Road podcast, subtitled the Wine When and Where of Northern Sonoma County, is an amazing source for interesting stories, curated daytrip itineraries, wine recommendations, and so much more. Birth of a Podcast In 2016, when the Wine Road podcast started, there weren’t a lot of quality, professionally produced podcasts. But, Beth Costa, […]
Anthony Beckman, winemaker at Balletto winery in Sebastopol joined us in the studio today! Balletto Vienyards (and of course Anthony) is celebrated for its Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Not only does Balletto boast idyllic vineyards such as Sexton Hill, Cider Ridge, and Burnside Road, but it’s also deeply rooted in community values, championing local farmers […]
If Missy Elliot liked Cabernet Franc, maybe the lyrics to “Get Ur Freak On!” would have been “Get Ur Franc On!” But even without a starring role in a song, Cabernet Franc is having a moment, an ongoing moment that is. And it’s no surprise. Cabernet Franc is a great food friendly wine with medium […]
In episode 212, Beth provides top-notch advice for exploring Cloverdale and Geyserville. Recommended activities include staying at Pinchower Inn, exploring local shops such as Sonoma County Trading Company, dining at Beet Restaurant Wine Bar, and visiting Pick’s Drive-In in Cloverdale. For Geyserville, suggestions include wine tasting at Gin’gillies, Trioni, Trentadue among others and shopping for […]
Join us while we chat with Abby Peterson, Editor-in-Chief of Sonoma Magazine, delving into her enriching journey within the wine industry. From her tenure at Sunset Magazine to participating in wine harvests, she underscores the distinct charms of Sonoma County, its intimate towns, and unique wine bars, advocating for the invaluable experience of visiting the […]
Just the name Wine & Food Affair identifies the top two reasons to attend this aptly named annual event. Held the weekend of November 2nd and 3rd from 11 – 4 each day, Wine & Food Affair is the premier food event in northern Sonoma County. Although wine and food are the top reasons to […]
Barbera, a variety native to Italy, can vary in flavor depending on where it’s grown; be it warm or cool climate, and how it is produced. Wines from cool climes tend to display brighter tart red fruits and warmer climes show deeper berry fruit flavors. Typically Barbera is delightfully spicy with good acidity, and tends […]
Today we had the wonderful opportunity of conversing with Ed Morris, the winemaker at River Road Winery. Ed discussed his innovative oak program, giving us a sneak peek into how he enhances the structure and flavor of this standout wine. We also delved deep into the winemaking process, shedding light on how working in harmony […]