1/02-Encore Broadcast Larry Van Aalst visits with William Seppi & Jean Marie Cercley

William Seppi - Costeaux Cafe & Bakery
Will is at the helm of Costeaux Cafe & Bakery , family owned since 1923. Not only is the bakery one of the most award winning institutions in all of Northern California Wine Country, they also have a pivotal role in The San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. A great place in downtown Healdsburg to stop for lunch or to pick up a picnic for your wine tasting adventures, Costeaux is a must visit . Will is going to give us the scoop on  what is going on this time of year and tell us his favorite destinations.

Also - A special report on New Years Eve, and the Champagne that goes with it.  We have Jean Marie Cercley joining us to discuss "The Magic of Bubbles" from the perspective of a French Wine Expert.

12/26-Larry Van Aalst visits with William Seppi & Jean Marie Cercley

William Seppi - Costeaux Cafe & Bakery
Will is at the helm of Costeaux Cafe & Bakery , family owned since 1923. Not only is the bakery one of the most award winning institutions in all of Northern California Wine Country, they also have a pivotal role in The San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. A great place in downtown Healdsburg to stop for lunch or to pick up a picnic for your wine tasting adventures, Costeaux is a must visit . Will is going to give us the scoop on  what is going on this time of year and tell us his favorite destinations.

Also - A special report on New Years Eve, and the Champagne that goes with it.  We have Jean Marie Cercley joining us to discuss "The Magic of Bubbles" from the perspective of a French Wine Expert.

12/19-Encore Broadcast Larry Van Aalst talks to Chris Smith & Tom Simoneau

Chris Smith - Contributor, The Santa Rosa Press Democrat
The most read writer in Northern California Wine Country ,Chris contributes daily to The Santa Rosa Press Democrat. The largest newspaper  in Napa, Sonoma , Mendocino , the P.D. is the go to publication for news about  wineries , and what's happening in the North Bay. Chris will be with us to give you some tips on how to really enjoy a visit to Sonoma County.

Tom Simoneau - Owner, Simoneau Vineyards

Tom and Brenda Simoneau are the owners of Simoneau Vineyards in  Alexander Valley. The long and eventful journey that took Tom to being a musician , salesman, educator, wine judge, radio personality, and award winning winemaker is what he will tell us about , along with trying some new releases.

12/12-Larry Van Aalst talks to Chris Smith & Tom Simoneau

Chris Smith - Contributor, The Santa Rosa Press Democrat
The most read writer in Northern California Wine Country ,Chris contributes daily to The Santa Rosa Press Democrat. The largest newspaper  in Napa, Sonoma , Mendocino , the P.D. is the go to publication for news about  wineries , and what's happening in the North Bay. Chris will be with us to give you some tips on how to really enjoy a visit to Sonoma County.

Tom Simoneau - Owner, Simoneau Vineyards

Tom and Brenda Simoneau are the owners of Simoneau Vineyards in  Alexander Valley. The long and eventful journey that took Tom to being a musician , salesman, educator, wine judge, radio personality, and award winning winemaker is what he will tell us about , along with trying some new releases.

12/5-Encore Broadcast Larry Van Aalst talks with Robert Merletti / George Christie & Ted Davidson

Robert Merletti / George Christie - Vineyard and Winery Management Magazine
Rob Merletti ,Publisher of Vineyard and Winery Management Magazine will be with us to introduce the new C.E.O of the organization , George Cristie. With a focus on industry professionals this magazine is a leading resource in the Wine World and is responsible for five of the top Wine Competitions in the United States.

Ted Davidson - Jarvis Winery

With a World Class background in the Wine Industry , Ted wears many hats. Part of the team at the spectacular Jarvis Winery, puts Ted in the enviable position of  " This is as good as it gets" in the Wine World.

We will be talking about wine, food, and perhaps a little opera and baseball.

11/28-Larry Van Aalst talks with Tom Silberkleit & Rene Byck

Tom Silberkleit - Publisher, Wine House Press
As publisher for Wine House Press , Tom has the enviable job of visiting some of the most beautiful wineries in California and producing some great books. The newest  edition  has been released and is available now. If you are looking for a great holiday present for a wine lover, you have found the real deal.

Rene Byck - Paradise Ridge Winery
One of the most spectacular wineries in Sonoma County , sits just around the corner from The FountainGrove Inn , where The Sonoma Wine Report  originates . Award winning wines, innovative programs and the extraordinary setting make Paradise Ridge Winery , a must visit on your next trip to Northern California . Rene will be with us to talk about the family run business and what's new for 2012.

11/21-Encore Broadcast Larry Van Aalst visits with Randy Pitts & Bob Peak

Randy Pitts - Winemaker, Harvest Moon Winery

Winemaker for Harvest Moon Winery, keeps Randy busy balancing the family business and the family at home. Whispering to you

is the motto at Harvest Moon and Randy will tell us why a soft approach to wine is getting him so much notice. We will taste the new releases and talk about the 2012 vintage.

Bob Peak -  The Beverage People

One of the partners at The Beverage People , Bob is in touch with some of the most interesting of all homemade products. Beer , wine , cheese, vinegar,are just some of the things that you can make at home, and Bob will tell us now is the time to start on you holiday gifts.