Episodes
Jan. 29, 2020
Wines of Spain are extraordinarily popular today. Meet one the proprietors of one of the most famous..meet Pablo Alvarez of Vega Sicilia
I was invited to Beverly Hills to interview Pablo Alvarez of the infamous Vega Sicilia. I was intrigued and curious to the history of the winery including the expansion into the Tokaji region of Hungary.
Jan. 24, 2020
You can start your own winery. Hear what not to do: Rob Petree, Petree Cellars
This was a ton of fun...we peeled back the joy and headwinds of creating wine in your garage and then....wow, making wine for the public. Great stuff....have a listen.
Jan. 15, 2020
So Interesting...Tyler Russell of Cordant and Nelle
Tyler Russell shares his views on "burgundian" wines, winemaking in the California Central Coast, and the similarities between cooking and winemaking.
Jan. 8, 2020
Famed Comedian and Podcaster Adam Corolla; good stuff.
I have had the pleasure and honor to host famed comedian Adam Carolla on Wine Talks. He began a side company CarollaDrinks with his wine Lynette and the WOMC is helping them along. In the same vein of support, the Carolla pr…
Dec. 18, 2019
Meet Fabien Castel of The Ojai Vineyard and the most philosophical conversation I have had on Wine Talks.
One of the most interesting conversations I have had not only about wine but french culture, life and then wine! Enjoy.
Dec. 11, 2019
Do You Know Hearst Castle? Here is their wine, meet Soren Christensen, Hearst Ranch Winery
The famed Hearst castle has incredible history on many fronts. Though the castle was donated to the State of California and is an incredible destination....the Hearst family has a winery and tasting room near by. Meet Soren …
Dec. 4, 2019
Nicole Andrus was mesmerizing in her wine trek landing in Barcelona.
Here is one driven Woman in Wine who absolutely mesmerized me...and she gave me a hug! Listen the passion and trek of Nicole Andrus.
Nov. 27, 2019
Absolute Napa Historian Gary Lipp of Coho Wines was in the house.
Gary Lipps history in the Napa Valley is a veritable history book. Listen where he worked and who his mentors are....I dig a little deeper to see what makes this guy tick.
Nov. 13, 2019
Hear what it takes to start a winery. Author of "Shortcuts On Wine" Ed Masciana was in the house.
Ed Masciana author of "Shortcuts on Wine" was in the house...he has been hanging around the Wine of the Month Club for 50 years...never ceases to amaze me with his wine knowledge. And did you know he worked for Der Wienersch…
Nov. 6, 2019
Make wine with your father and mother-in-law!? Listen to Filipe Martin Cabezon tell you how.
Not sure I could do it, but Filipe Martin Cabazon finds it an extraordinary opportunity. By the taste of the wines...I would say it is working. A very informative conversation about their winery in the Ribero Del Duero.
Oct. 31, 2019
You will laugh with Marco and Francesca Sartori...brother and sister working together in Valpolicella.
In the 15 years I have been producing wine videos and podcasts, I have never had a sister and brother act join the show. Together they make wine in the Valpolicella (just north of Verona) that is amazing and thought provokin…
Oct. 29, 2019
He was headed back to the harvest at 2am...I caught up with Master Somm Chris Miller
Master Somm turned wine maker, Chris Miller, tells of his storied career...he has delved into the many facets of wine including but not limited to being the Wine Director at the famed Wolfgang Puck restaurant, Spago. Have a …
Oct. 24, 2019
Find out what "Refrigerator White" is from Monty Paulsen (yes, son of the '70 comedian Pat Paulsen) and the great Jeff Bundschu and I hit it off.
If you remember the '70's comedian Pat Paulsen, you may not know that he owned a winery....I remember speaking with him at his tastings...we are joined by wine author Ed Masciana; great story. You may also remember an advert…
Oct. 22, 2019
"Unique Child" Fabrice Brunel Visited and against his fathers will, Luca Ferraris went into the family business
We had two unexpected guests stop by..first Fabrice Brunel, engineer turned winemaker from the Cotes Du Rhone and listen to Luca Ferraris speak of reinvigorating the family business against his fathers will.
Oct. 15, 2019
You will be charmed by Vincenzo D'Ándrea of BIBI GRAETZ
When Vincenzo explains the meaning of Testamatta...you will begin to understand from whence these wines hail. Bibi Graetz bucks the system.
Oct. 10, 2019
Down to earth with Scot Bilbro of Marietta Cellars
I was happy to hear Scot Bilbro was in town to chat with me. I presented him with a newsletter from 1990 when I featured his fathers Old Vine Red #9. Have a listen like two old friends.
Oct. 8, 2019
Always Engaging; Victoria Aslanian of Armas Winery
I am proud to say that one of, if not the first interview she ever did, was in our studio years ago. Great to have her energy and wisdom back in the studio for this episode of Wine Talks.
Oct. 3, 2019
Meet Marie Edith Olivier and her trek through all facets wine.
Such an interesting trek to become the North American manager for a great collection of French wines. She discusses Parisian life, Caribbean trends and great french wines.
Oct. 1, 2019
Meet Vahe Keushguerian, most interesting winemaker ever and after Gary Lipp ofCoho Wines
I was floored when speaking with Vahe Keushguerian...amazing trek into this world of wine. Right after him, Gary Lipp of Coho is making bold statements with his Cabernet and Merlot.
Sept. 26, 2019
What is Cognac and how is it different from other brandy? Meet Charles Braastad, of Delamain
All Cognac is brandy but not all brandy is Cognac. Find out why and much more as we talk with Charles Braastad, a descendant of the Delmain family.
Sept. 19, 2019
Follow the 12th century monks trail thru Chateau Carbonnieux with owner Eric Perrin
The 12th century monks would stop at Chateau Carbonnieux on their way to Spain which eventually was a 500 mile trek. Of course, they needed good wine. Amazing history and we speak to the owner Eric Perrin.
Sept. 17, 2019
A linguist turned Woman in Wine, Chiara Fe is engaging and informative.
From famed wine region Montepulciano south of Florence comes beautiful wines of well know distinction. Salcheto winery, rather new to the scene, is making very regional correct wines both conventionally and organically. Chi…
Sept. 12, 2019
Michelin Starred Chef Josiah Citrin. An LA Icon restaurateur.
I visited Chef Josiah at this Charcoal restaurant in Venice Beach. Intriguing history and chat. Now head of Charcoal in Venice, Melisse, Dear Johns and Daves Dog House.
Sept. 10, 2019
James Beard winning food author Patric Kuh speaks of 15 years as a food critic.
Patric Kuh was LA Magazines food editor for 17 years and won a James Beard award for his book "The Last Days of Haute Cuisine". Just off a stint writing "Becoming a Restaurateur"; you will find Patric engaging and interes…