Small wineries, small production can equal big results. That’s something many of our listeners love to learn about. Karen Cakebread is Founder of Ziata Wines in Napa Valley and spending time in the vineyard is her passion. Karen and I have chatted many times over the years but it been a long break till now. It was nice to be in a relaxed setting to talk and laugh as much as possible.

Listen to Karen on our Vino Lingo segment defining the term “Zipline”.

Learn more by visiting www.ziatawines.com

On this week’s Vino Lingo we feature Ryan Rech, Winemaker, Beringer Vineyards, Napa Valley, defining the term “Futaie”.  Learn more by visting www.beringer.com

Hanging out with Winemaker Pam Starr is great fun as well as a great interview. I learn from her and I laugh with her. Pam’s winemaking smarts and leadership have made Crocker & Starr one of Napa Valley’s leading small producers. Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon Blanc and bubbles, among others, makes the tasting room a must visit.

Listen to Pam on our Vino Lingo segment defining the term “Garrigue”.

Learn more by visiting www.crockerstarr.com

This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Reed Skupny of Lang & Reed, Napa Valley, defining the term “Quaffable”. Learn more by visiting www.langandreed.com.

Gott is a household name to consumers who visit Napa Valley. Within the wine industry, Cary Gott is a household name to Vintners around the world. Cary has helped start and design wineries of all types and in this specific story, we’ll be talking about Calla Lilly Estate and Winery in Pope Valley. Even more interesting is Cary’s history in Napa Valley. Cary has worked with the very best. Indeed, he has been there and has done that.

Listen to Cary on our Vino Lingo segment defining the phrase “Pinot Noir is my Love”.

Learn more by visiting www.carygott.com