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Rules Were Made to Be Broken
Apr. 16, 2010 |
In This Episode:
Wine tasting etiquette with Amanda Hagood.
Go ahead, blend your wine at home with Chef Shelly Maddocks.
Meet former marketing guy Larry Schaffer who is being called the "Winemaker to Watch!"
Then a conversation with the wonderfully irreverant Seattle Wine Gal. |
Inside the Central Coast Independent Winery
Apr. 9, 2010 |
Wes Hagen is on the show today talking about his recent article published in the LA Times Magazine describing how the Santa Rita Hills came to produce a world-class Pinot Noir; then Keith Saarloos shares with us the inner workings of a true family-run winery, then we get Amanda Hagood from The Traveling Grape and Von Strasser in Napa to tell us a little bit about what wines to bring into a restaurant, and how much you should tip your waiter. |
48 Hours on the Central Coast
Apr. 3, 2010 |
Dave shares with the listeners what he would do in the Santa Ynez Valley if there were 48 hours in the day, then brings on Stacey Otte from the Wildling Art Museum in Los Olivos to share the museum's dedication to preserving and educating the public about local wildlife. We close out the show with a new staple, Amanda Hagood of Von Strasser, who will be providing us with information about what's going on around the wine industry in general. |
Lucas & Llewellyn, Von Strasser & The
Traveling Grape
Mar. 27, 2010 |
David gets Louis Lucas from Lucas and Llewellyn on the line to talk about what a legendary Central Coast wine maker is up to, then calls on Amanda Hagood, Marketing Director for Von Strasser in Napa and also owner of The Traveling Grape to talk marketing techniques and about trip planning in Napa and Sonoma. |
In Honor of Fess Parker
Mar. 20, 2010 |
This week, David pays tribute to Fess Parker, who passed away on March 17, takes a private wine tasting at Clos Pepe, then talks about the recent Solvang Century bike ride which attracts thousands of cyclists (and wine drinkers) to the Santa Ynez Valley. |
"Tweet"est Show Ever
Mar. 13, 2010 |
This week, we catch up with Keith Saarloos to evaluate the wildly successful Sipper Bowl last weekend, then very special guest The Seattle Wine Gal comes on to talk about social media, and it's use as an invaluable marketing tool for wineries. |
The Sipper Bowl
Mar. 6, 2010 |
The Sipper Bowl is here as Texas favorite Landon Winery takes on Local Heavyweight Saarloos and Sons! Dave is on location, broadcasting live coverage of the event! |
A Sipper Bowl Preview Show
Feb. 27, 2010 |
In the ramp up to Sipper Bowl I next Saturday, we spend a full hour with good Grape Encounters buddy Keith Saarloos in a very candid interview that spans the spectrum from Sipper Bowl, to tricking sommoliers, to how to properly season beef... the Saarloos way. |
A Walk in the Vineyards
Feb 20, 2010 |
Still on location, Dave takes a walk through Fess Parker Vineyards with Kris Parker, grandson of Fess Parker. |
Clos Pepe Olive Oil
Feb 13, 2010 |
Dave goes on location as he talks to Steve Pepe of Clos Pepe about another type of product they make; olive oil! |
The Parker Legacy & Central Coast Magazine
Feb. 6, 2010 |
This week we're bringing you two HUGE guests for an amazing show! First up, it's Chris Parker, grandson of Fess Parker here to talk about his grandfather's legacy and the Fess Parker Wine Country Inn, then it's Liz Wagner Summer up to theplate to talk about her publication, Central Coast Magazine and their upcoming Ultimate Chef competition! |
A Tale of Two Gurus
Jan. 30, 2010 |
This week we bring you an amazing interview with one of the great wine minds of the Central Coast; winemaker, author and judge Wes Hagen of Clos Pepe. Then we turn to Keith Saarloos to talk about a brand-new wine coming out based on his grandfather called "Solo." |
A Soggy Weekend
Jan. 23, 2010 |
This week, Dave sits down to talk a little about the business of wine, and reveals more details about the upcoming "Wine Wars" event being held at the Saarloos Tasting Room on March 6, 2010. |
A Very "Pepe" Show
Jan. 16, 2010 |
This week, Dave reveals more details about the Wine Wars event at Saarloos and Sons on March 6th, then delves a bit deeper into the fascinating theory that music can change the flavor of wine. Then we welcome special guest Steve Pepe of Clos Pepe Vineyards as he promotes his book signing on Saturday at 2pm at Sissy's in Lompoc. |
The Music of Wine
Jan 9, 2010 |
In this episode, Dave and Keith Saarloos talk about pairing wine with music, more information on Wine Wars, and Dave has a little wine pop quiz for you. |
Best Show of the Year
Jan. 2 & 3, 2010 |
It's the best show we've had all year! Well, it's the only show of the year (so far.)
We have Whitney Williams and Bob Landon himself on the line from Landon Winery in McKinney, Texas to throw down the gauntlet on Wine Wars, then Keith Saarloos calls in to offer his own insights on Wine Wars, then later on we bring in Dave Corey, winemaker and marketing genius to talk about new ways to market wine. |
A Good Year
Dec. 27, 2009 |
In this final show of 2009, Dave brings up the topic of Champagne and wine headaches. Later in the show, he talks to Dave Kasper of Select Wine Journeys, then announces his list of must-see wine movies this holiday season. |
A Journey of a Thousand Miles
Dec. 20, 2009 |
Dave gets on the phone with Dave Casper, native of Vancouver, BC and proprietor of Select Wine Journeys to talk about some amazing French Wine Tours, then shares with us some more about wine pairing for the Holidays, and even more great wine gifts. |
"T" is for Texas
Dec. 13, 2009 |
This week, we talk with Whitney Williams of Landon Winery in McKinney, Texas about not only their Texas wines, but about the grapes they import from California. Later in the show, our good friend Keith Saarloos joins us via cell phone to talk a bit more about making wine a gift for the holidays. |
Gifts for Wine Lovers
Dec. 6, 2009 |
Dave shares with us the success his specially-prepared turkey became at his family's Thanksgiving dinnr, then moves right into the holiday shopping season with some great holiday gift ideas for the wine lover (or yourself). |
Turkey Day
Nov. 22, 2009 |
In this episode, Dave shares his top-secret recipes for killer Turkey with a wine twist, and delectable mashed potatoes. Later he talks with Keith Saarloos of Saarloos and Sons about holiday wine pairing. |
Texas Tea (or Wine)
Nov. 15, 2009 |
Dave talks about his trip to Dallas, where he was able to experience a true Texas Winery, Landon Winery. Here, we actually grab an interview with Whitney Williams with an iPhone. Later, Dave delves into the debate between cheap and expensive wines. Which one is better? Whichever one you like the most. |
Catching Up With Saarloos
Nov. 8, 2009 |
We catch up with Keith Saarloos of Saarloos and Sons to recap the Crush '09 party, and go on to discuss whether or not expensive wine really tastes better than cheaper wines. |
Giving Back
Oct. 25, 2009 |
Grape Encounters loves it when someone gives back to the community. That's why when we stumbled across the Vino de Suenos charity event put on by the Santa Ynez Valley People Helping People organization, we knew we had to feature it on the show. Dave talks at length with Dean Palius, CEO of People Helping People about the event, getting all the details you need to know to participate in this truly generous event. Then we delve into the controversial topic of screw-top bottles, and Dave finishes up with his Top Ten Wine Pet Peeves. |
Wine Maniac
Oct. 11, 2009 |
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From Berry to Bottle
Oct. 4, 2009 |
This week we welcome Becky Zelinski from First Crush to the show to walks us through an amazing experience they offer their visitors. From berry to bottle, you take control of creating your own bottles of wine; then later in the show, we bring Jim Newcomb of the Arrowhead Wine Enthusiasts, who recently went on a whirlwind tasting tour of the Central Coast. |
You Built a Park?
Sept. 27, 2009 |
Dave brings Shannon Brooks of the Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau on the show to talk about what's coming up in Santa Barbara County, Santa Barbara's emerging status as a filming location, and the effect the hit indie movie "Sideways" has had on Santa Barbara tourism, then he catches up with Keith Saarloos of Saarloos and Sons to discuss their charity event, Crush '09. |
Municipal Winemakers
Sept. 20, 2009 |
This week we revisit one of our favorite episodes with David Potter of Municipal Winemakers, who has a long and storied career in wine. |
Wine Time is a Fine Time
Sept. 13, 2009 |
Dave talks with Angela Strege about the 14th Annual Wine Festival on Catalina Island, then shares with us the latest in Central Coast wine events and news. |
A Walk in the Vineyard
Sept. 6, 2009 |
Keith Saarloos takes Dave on a tour of the Saarloos' Windmill Vineyard where he talks about the vines, the fruit, and the upcoming harvest. |
From Foster's to Fess Parker
Aug. 30, 2009 |
On the show this week Dave welcomes David Potter from Municipal Winemakers to talk about his interesting path from aspiring lawyer, to fruit tester in Australia, to winemaker for Fess Parker, and shares with us what's going on with his own winery. |
From Sellers to Cellars
Aug. 23, 2009 |
David talks to Edward Sellers of Edward Sellers Vineyards & Wines about two brand new wines he's releasing this week! We end the show with some wild and wacky alcohol laws that actually exist. |
Our Favorite Wine Guy
Aug. 16, 2009 |
Episode One is back on the air as we visit Keith Saarloos at Saarloos and Sons, and try some of their delectable gourmet cupcakes by Enjoy Cupcakes. |
The Greatest Revolution in Wine Drinking
Aug. 9, 2009 |
David gets Vinturi inventor and CEO Rio Sabadicci on the line in an amazing interview with the man who single-handedly changed the way we drink wine, then later on brings Keith Saarloos back to give him some tips on maintaining your vines at home, Dave finishes up with the grand revelation of his own personal Top Ten Wine Pet Peeves. |
Catalina-Santa Ynez Connection
Aug. 2, 2009 |
In the biggest show to date, David explores the connection between Catalina Island and the Santa Ynez Valley. Guests include Angela Strege, Keith Saarloos, Anthony Endy and Priscilla Vazquez of Los Olivos Cafe, and a look at the upcoming Paso Robles Rotary Winemaker's Cookoff. |
New Wine and a Solvang Icon
Jul. 26, 2009 |
Grape Encounters brings B. David Levine of Levine Designs to talk about building wine cellars, then we head out to the Olive House in Solvang to talk with owner Jeff Feeley and Charlie Jobbins, maker of Skyhawk Lane Wines. |
Cupcake Connection
Jul. 19, 2009 |
David visits Saarloos & Sons to try their delectable wines and amazing gourmet cupcakes. |
