Podcast Wine Road Podcast Episode 219

This episode unveils the distinct charms of Forestville and Occidental, two precious gems tucked in California’s wine country. Forestville boasts of its Farmhouse Inn, alluring wineries such as Joseph Jewell and Hartford Family Wines, and the unmissable Sonoma Pizza Company. Occidental invites with its historic hotel, the mouthwatering food at Howard Station’s Cafe, and local […]

Liana / Jan 31, 2025
Podcast Wine Road Podcast Episode 218

Today we were joined by Debbie Osborn, the event manager of Wine Road to shed light on exciting future events including Winter WINEland,  Barrel Weekend and the Wine and Food Affair. We chat about the Wine Trails, a quarterly event offering free wine tasting at selected wineries and supporting the Redwood Empire Food Bank through […]

Liana / Jan 9, 2025
Itineraries Beauty Along the Wine Road

If beauty feeds your soul, the valleys along the Wine Road — Alexander, Dry Creek and Russian River — offer up a feast. Vineyards by themselves are lovely. When you add in the magnificent surroundings of the undulating landscape, terraced hillsides, majestic redwoods, mighty oaks, mountain ranges, rivers and creeks, the landscape along the Wine […]

Rebecca Germolus / Dec 31, 2024
Pairings Drink This With That? First up tacos!

Introducing Drink This with That—A new feature about what to drink with international cuisines. Each month we will highlight a particular food or dish with pairing options and a link to the Wine Road searchable database to find the wines we recommend from the tried and true to the options that add a bit of […]

Marcy Gordon / Dec 30, 2024
Podcast Wine Road Podcast – Episode 217

Beth and Marcy’s 2024 Year-End Celebration! In our holiday episode, we reflect on a remarkable year featuring wine and food events, tastings at Google, and our 200th podcast episode, capped off with a sparkling Syrah from Amista. We bid farewell to the Varietal of the Month blog post, marking a significant moment in Wine Road’s […]

Liana / Dec 28, 2024
Varietal of the Month Wine Style of the Month – Sparkling

The pop of the cork, the rise of tiny bubbles and the gentle whoosh of foam in the glass—nothing makes an occasion more festive than Sparkling Wine. But Sparkling wines are not just for holidays and celebrations, they make a fine choice for everyday meals, and pair exceptionally well with a variety of foods. From […]

Liana / Dec 19, 2024
Podcast Wine Road Podcast – Episode 216

In this episode, we were joined by Edd Lopez, the Senior VP of Sales at Trattore Farms and Winery, noted for their production of Rhone-style wines, Zinfandel, and a range of olive oils. We learn about the founders, Tim and Mary Louise, and discover the unique tasting experience they offer in a breathtaking setting overlooking […]

Liana / Dec 12, 2024
Varietal of the Month Varietal of the Month – Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir is light bodied with moderate to high acidity and alcohol levels between 12-15% that makes it eminently pair worthy with a wide range of foods. A cool climate grape, Pinot Noir can be finicky and difficult to grow, but it is also expressive and reflective of the place where it’s grown. Here in […]

Marcy Gordon / Dec 3, 2024
Podcast Wine Road Podcast – Episode 215

In this episode, Rob Barney, owner of Stressed Vines, shares his unique adventure in the wine industry and his collaboration with winemaker Erica. Highlighting the diverse range of wines they offer, including Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Chardonnay, as well as future releases, Rob emphasizes the importance of small wineries and the personalized experiences they […]

Liana / Dec 3, 2024
Podcast Wine Road Podcast – Episode 214

In Episode 214, guest Jack Florence delves into the inspiration behind his new book “Dare to Dream” and his role in founding Rockpile in the Valley. He offers insights into his son’s award-winning wines, Petite Sirah and Zinfandel from Rockpile, thus illuminating the significance of growers in the wine industry. Florence also uncovers the historical […]

Liana / Dec 3, 2024