Latest Zinfandel Podcast Episodes
050 - Perennial Grazing
Bedrock Wine Conversations - March 28, 2024 14:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris, Morgan, and Jake Neustadt (Viticulturist, Bedrock, & Owner/Winemaker, Soleras del Pacificos) sit down with Christian Cain and Shannon Waldron, the owners and shepherds of Perennial Grazing. https://www.perennialgrazing.org/
049 - 2024 Spring Release (Part 2)
Bedrock Wine Conversations - January 31, 2024 16:31 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris and Morgan break down the wines of Bedrock's 2024 Spring Release. 00:22 - 2022 Gambrels of the Sky Red Wine 12:16 - 2022 Ode to Lucien Red Wine 21:50 - 2022 Hudson Vineyard Syrah 26:05 - 2022 Sonoma Country Cabernet Sauvignon 35:56 - 2022 Monte Rosso Cabernet Sauvignon
049 - 2024 Spring Release (Part 1)
Bedrock Wine Conversations - January 31, 2024 16:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris and Morgan break down the wines of Bedrock's 2024 Spring Release. 21:02 - 2023 Ode to Lulu Rosé 34:04 - 2023 Sonoma Valley Sauvignon Blanc 41:06 - 2022 Wirz Vineyard Riesling 45:44 - 2022 Sky Vineyard Zinfandel 54:11 - 2022 Evangelho Vineyard ‘Areio e Vento e Amor’ Red Wine 1:0...
048 - 2023 Ode to Lulu Rose Bag in Box Release
Bedrock Wine Conversations - January 08, 2024 19:34 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris and Morgan break down their first ever direct to consumer bag in box release of Ode to Lulu Rose. They discuss the environmental impacts of wine packaging, the many advantages of bag in box formats, and a warning about how wonderful yet dangerous it is to have a box of Lulu in your refrige...
047 - Harvest Update (Winery)
Bedrock Wine Conversations - December 27, 2023 17:25 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris and Morgan sit down with Katie Rouse (Assistant Winemaker, Bedrock & Co-Owner/Winemaker, Birdhorse Wines) and Seph Scheid (Cellarmaster, Bedrock) to break down the winery side of the 2023 wine harvest.
046 - Macario Montoya
Bedrock Wine Conversations - December 06, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris sits down with Macario Montoya, Winemaker for Wade Cellars, Roots Run Deep, and Naked Wines.
045 - 2023 Winter Release (Part 2)
Bedrock Wine Conversations - November 03, 2023 17:03 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris and Morgan break down the wines of Bedrock's 2023 Winter Release. 00:20 - 2021 Vineyard Under the Mountain Heritage 10:04 - 2022 Oakville Farmhouse 16:18 - 2022 Evangelho Carignan 26:42 - 2022 Angeles de Arena Syrah 35:55 - 2022 Montecillo Cabernet
045 - 2023 Winter Release (Part 1)
Bedrock Wine Conversations - November 03, 2023 16:55 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris and Morgan break down the wines of Bedrock's 2023 Winter Release. 10:13 - 2022 Cuvee Karatas 21:55 - 2022 California Syrah 27:41 - 2022 Carlisle Zinfandel 31:59 - 2022 Papera Ranch Heritage 38:05 - 2022 Monte Rosso Zinfandel 46:07 - 2022 A Buffalo in Montana - Ode to Joel Zinfa...
045: High Vibrational Wines from JJ Flizanes
Something To Wine About - October 10, 2023 07:01 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsBreaking away from the norm, today Michael, Doug and JJ explore the wines that JJ has created herself! High Vibrational Wines is a pioneering wine brand founded by the visionary wellness coach and empowerment strategist, JJ Flizanes. JJ's deep passion for holistic health, personal development,...
044 - Harvest Update (Vineyards)
Bedrock Wine Conversations - September 29, 2023 17:10 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris and Morgan sit down with Casey Barton (Viticulturist, Bedrock) and Matt Nelsen (Filmmaker for Bedrock & Owner/Winemaker, Nelsen Barter) to break down the vineyard side of the 2023 wine harvest.
044: LXV Wine Brings Worldly Flavor to Paso Robles
Something To Wine About - September 08, 2023 14:28 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsFor a culinary surprise with no match, Michael, JJ & Doug, visit the winemaker/owners of LXV Wine right at their home (sitting at the kitchen bar) to enjoy a mouth-gasmic experience! Neeta and Kunal Mittal hail from India, with Neeta adding her culinary expertise with spice and flavor to make ...
043 - Chuy & Eppie Ordaz
Bedrock Wine Conversations - August 21, 2023 19:12 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris and Morgan sit down with Chuy and Eppie Ordaz, of Palo Alto Vineyard Management and Ordaz Family Wines. https://www.ordazfamilywines.com/
042 - 2023 Fall Release (Part 2)
Bedrock Wine Conversations - July 16, 2023 14:16 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris, Morgan, and Jackie (along with Jake Neustadt, Director of Viticulture for Bedrock) break down the wines of Bedrock's 2023 Fall Release. 00:12 - 2022 Old Hill Ranch Heritage Wine 14:19 - 2022 Dolinsek Ranch Heritage Wine 21:54 - 2022 Katushas' Vineyard Zinfandel 36:44 - 2022 Beeson...
042 - 2023 Fall Release (Part 1)
Bedrock Wine Conversations - July 16, 2023 13:36 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris, Morgan, and Jackie (along with Jake Neustadt, Director of Viticulture for Bedrock) break down the wines of Bedrock's 2023 Fall Release. 30:20 - 2022 Compagni Portis Heritage Wine 38:03 - 2022 Bien Nacido Roussanne 45:10 - 2022 Monte Rosso Semillon 50:51 - 2022 Judge Sauvignon Blan...
043: Let L'Aventure Begin (a Paso Robles Winery Extraordinaire!)
Something To Wine About - June 23, 2023 07:01 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsOur Paso Robles adventure continues at the appropriately titled - L'Aventure. Join Michael, JJ & Doug as they meet (and taste) with Tasting Room Manager, Nicole, and Assistant Winemaker, Patrick Davies. Bringing a bit of Bordeaux and outside-the-box winemaking style to Paso, L'Aventure is a mu...
042: Join the crew at Jada Vineyard & Winery in Paso Robles, CA
Something To Wine About - June 09, 2023 21:12 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsToday, and because we are back in Paso Robles for another fun excursion around the countryside. Jada Vineyard & Winery is a sight to behold! The property is stunning and the ride through the gates and up to the tasting room is surrounded by beauty. Plus, as an extra bonus, they've got a Tesla ...
041 - Bill Brosseau
Bedrock Wine Conversations - May 15, 2023 15:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris chats with Bill Brosseau, of Brosseau Vineyard, about the history of the Chalone AVA, his family’s wild journey to planting their vineyard, and what makes the wines from the area so unique.
040 - 2023 Under the Wire Release
Bedrock Wine Conversations - May 03, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsThe 2023 Under the Wire release launches on May 16, 2023. Chris and Morgan break down the wines of the 2023 Under the Wire release. 07:48 - 2019 Brosseau Vineyard Sparkling Chardonnay 26:15 - 2017 Chuy Vineyard Sparkling Chardonnay 37:09 - 2018 Sangiacomo Vineyard Sparkling Chardonnay ...
039 - Gina & Mikey Giugni
Bedrock Wine Conversations - April 27, 2023 15:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsIn this episode, Chris and Morgan sit down with Gina Giugni, Co-Owner & Winemaker of Lady of the Sunshine, and Mikey Giugni, Co-Owner & Winemaker of Scar of the Sea. https://www.ladyofthesunshinewines.com/ https://www.scaroftheseawines.com/
041: Wine Lovers Next Favorite Drink? Coffee! ...from Kauai
Something To Wine About - April 24, 2023 07:01 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsToday, and because we are in Kauai, we are stepping away from the wine for a brief bit and shifting our focus to that other lovely nectar - Coffee! Kauai Coffee Roasters is one of Hawaii's finest coffee plantations and we got to explore the grounds as well as the wonderful selection of brews. ...
040: Old Creek Ranch Winery is a Hidden Gem
Something To Wine About - March 24, 2023 07:01 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIn this episode, Michael, JJ & Doug are joined by Michael's life-partner, Krista Inochovsky, for some off-the-beaten-path wine tasting in Oak View, CA, bordering on JJ & Doug's hometown of Ojai. A beautiful location and some amazing wines make this a must-stop venue on your California wine tou...
038 - Jason Jardine (Part 2)
Bedrock Wine Conversations - March 22, 2023 15:01 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsAfter years of farming in Oregon and California, Jason Jardine has brought a new generation of integrative, holistic farming to one of Sonoma Valley’s most historic and prized estates, Hanzell Vineyards. In this episode, Chris and Morgan sit down with Jason, President and Director of Winemakin...
038 - Jason Jardine (Part 1)
Bedrock Wine Conversations - March 22, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsAfter years of farming in Oregon and California, Jason Jardine has brought a new generation of integrative, holistic farming to one of Sonoma Valley’s most historic and prized estates, Hanzell Vineyards. In this episode, Chris and Morgan sit down with Jason, President and Director of Winemakin...
039: Ojai Wine Festival is a total BLAST!
Something To Wine About - March 03, 2023 08:01 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIn this episode, JJ & Doug venture down the street to the Ojai Wine Festival and check out the offerings of several wineries from neighboring regions. Enjoy this experience of a wide variety of varietals and vintners! Don’t forget to follow the Something to Wine About podcast so that you don...
038: Majestic Oak Vineyard is another hidden gem in Ojai
Something To Wine About - February 24, 2023 08:01 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsToday, Michael, JJ and Doug don't venture far from the homestead in Ojai, as they make a simple drive to the Majestic Oak Vineyard tasting room just down the street. Sure to please your palate, these wines are not to be missed if you're visiting this quaint little town just north of Los Angele...
037: Ojai Vineyards is a hop, skip, and a jump from Los Angeles
Something To Wine About - February 16, 2023 08:01 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsJoin Michael Neeley, JJ Flizanes, and Doug Sandler as they have a taste closer to home (well... at least for JJ & Doug) in Ojai, CA. A hop, skip, and a jump from Los Angeles, but a world away is The Ojai Vineyard, with some very tasty wines you won't want to miss. Check out their full selectio...
037 - 2023 Spring Release (Part 2)
Bedrock Wine Conversations - February 13, 2023 16:31 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris, Morgan, and Jackie (along with Matt Nelsen, filmmaker for Bedrock) break down the wines of Bedrock's 2023 Spring Release. 00:16 - 2021 Gambrels of the Sky Grenache 17:48 - 2021 Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah 26:22 - 2021 Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon 40:12 - 2021 Massa Vineyard Cab...
037 - 2023 Spring Release (Part 1)
Bedrock Wine Conversations - February 13, 2023 16:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris, Morgan, and Jackie (along with Matt Nelsen, filmmaker for Bedrock) break down the wines of Bedrock's 2023 Spring Release. 03:53 - 2022 Ode to Lulu Rose 26:19 - 2022 Sonoma Valley Sauvignon Blanc 34:03 - 2022 Bedrock Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 42:20 - 2021 Sky Vineyard Zinfandel 5...
036 - Mike Officer
Bedrock Wine Conversations - January 23, 2023 17:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris and Morgan sit down with Mike Officer, Co-Owner/Winemaker of Carlisle Winery & Vineyards. https://www.carlislewinery.com/
035 - Harvest Update (Winery)
Bedrock Wine Conversations - January 03, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsChris and Morgan sit down with Katie Rouse, Assistant Winemaker, Bedrock & Co-Owner/Co-Winemaker, Birdhorse Wines, and Cody Rasmussen, Associate Winemaker, Bedrock, & Co-Owner/Winemaker, Desire Lines, to discuss the winery side of the 2022 wine harvest.