Join us for an exciting podcast episode where we welcome guest Jennifer Costa, a renowned pastry chef and Beth’s Daughter! She takes us on a culinary journey through Sonoma County, recounting her delightful experiences at a variety of restaurants. Jen does not stop at food, recommending the Italian varietals at Orsi Family Vineyards and highlighting […]
In episode 187 we were joined by special guest Renae Perry from Papapietro Perry. Renae shares the joyous news of their 2020 Russian River Valley blend of Pinot Noir scoring a perfect 100 points at the Sunset Magazine competition. This exciting achievement comes amidst challenging times, as the 2020 vintage has been unfairly criticized due […]
In Episode 185 of the podcast, we welcome Dr. Henry Barham, an acclaimed ENT physician, who introduces us to an innovative product called Vinotastr. This unique product is a taste testing kit featuring four strips that enable users to discover their palate sensitivities, helping them determine whether they lean towards bitterness or sweetness in wines. […]
Join us for episode 183 of our podcast, featuring our guest, Eric Miller, the dynamic owner and winemaker at Kokomo Winery. In this episode, Eric takes us through his captivating journey of winemaking and the innovative creation of his new brand, Breaking Bread. He illuminates the complex and intriguing techniques used in the wine making […]
In episode 182, the hosts of the Sip Sip Hooray podcast, Mary Babbitt and Mary Orland, join us and share their illustrious careers, their passion for wine, and the stories that they’ve unearthed from the wine world over the years. They share their experiences as journalists and pioneers in creating a TV show about wine, […]
Introduction Orange wines aka skin-contact or amber wines are having a moment —an ongoing moment that started 8,000 years ago. Simply put, orange wines are white grape varieties made in the manner of red wines with extended contact on the skins, resulting in wines full of texture that are both elegant and complex as well […]
You can’t come to Sonoma and not taste Zinfandel. Well, you could but why would you? Especially since the area is one of the premier Zinfandel growing regions where the grape has been grown since the 1800’s. Zinfandel is a medium-bodied dry red wine with a range of dark fruit flavors that include raspberry, […]
The Wine Road just launched a new program available to folks who already love and talk about the Wine Road to become certified ambassadors. How cool is that! What Does It Mean? One definition of an ambassador is someone who is authorized to speak for or represent a government or organization. Think of a Wine […]
Are you ready to Think Pink? It’s time to roll out the Rosé and slip into the warm embrace of summertime. Although Rosé has become a year-round choice—it shines brightest in the summer. Light and lively, with flavors of strawberry, watermelon, and spice—Rosé is the crisp and refreshing choice for your table as well as […]
Have you noticed that Chenin Blanc is having a moment?  Its popularity has surged lately and seems to be on every wine list by the glass and bottle. It’s a versatile white wine with great texture that can vary in style from dry, crisp and lean, to rich and plush. It’s the signature grape of […]