While all fifty states now produced wine, Oregon has gained a solid reputation for some of the very best Pinot Noir in the country. The Willamette Valley has grown, and producers are expanding the grapes they farm. Wayne Bailey, Winemaker at Youngberg Hill is one of those producers. Though the winery hangs it’s hat on Pinot, Wayne has no problem stepping out of his comfort zone. Take a listen and see why. On a side note, it’s worth noting that Wayne is holding 26 bottles in the post photo!

Listen to Wayne on our Vino Lingo segment defining the wine term “Winegrower”.

Learn more by visiting www.youngberghill.com

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While all fifty states now produced wine, Oregon has gained a solid reputation for some of the very best Pinot Noir in the country. The Willamette Valley has grown, and producers are expanding the grapes they farm. Wayne Bailey, Winemaker at Youngberg Hill is one of those producers. Though the winery hangs it’s hat on Pinot, Wayne has no problem stepping out of his comfort zone. Take a listen and see why.

Listen to Wayne on our Vino Lingo segment defining the wine term “Winegrower”.

Learn more by visiting www.youngberghill.com

Wayne Bailey, Winemaker at Youngberg Hill Winery in the Willamette Valley, Oregon, gives us his definition of the wine word “Winegrower”

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The Napa Valley Vintners is projecting almost $12 million in fundraising for this 39^th annual Auction Napa Valley. The NVV was first founded 75 years ago and clearly going strong. It was our honor to attend the Barrel Auction for the 11^th time and it is always an incredible event. Catching up with old friends and meeting new winemakers all working to earn money for several Napa Valley charities. Take a listen through a brief window into the sounds and fun which makes up this world class event.

Learn more by visiting www.napavintners.com

Winemakers interviewed:

-Jean Hoefliger/Alpha Omega

-Henrik Poulsen/Alpha Omega

-Tim Mondavi/Continuum Estate

-Carissa Mondavi/Continuum Estate

-Roy Eisiminger/Handwritten Wines

-Todd Graff/Frank Family Winery

-Tyler Olbres/Nellecóte Wines

-Linda Trotta/Jamieson Ranch Vineyards

-Laura Barrett/Clif Family Winery

-Henrik Poulsen/Acumen

-Gordon Waggoner/Acumen

-Pam Starr/Crocker & Starr

-Paul Woolls/Progeny

-Mimi Gatens/Volunteer

-Eric Risch/Pellet Estate

-Karen Cakebread/Ziata

-Cyril Chappellet/Chappellet

-Bettina Bryant/Bryant Family

-Mark Pope/formerly The Bounty Hunter