10/16-Larry Van Aalst talks with Dan Berger

Dan Berger- Nationally Syndicated Wine Column Writer, Author and Wine Judge

As a Syndicate Wine Writer and Wine Competition Director , Dan is without peer in the industry. Food , sports, music, and a myriad of other topics are at close hand with Mr. Berger. We will be talking about the recent

Sonoma County Harvest Fair , and the upcoming events in Northern California Wine Country.

A special report on the 2013 harvest with estimates from some of the top vintners and vineyard managers.

10/2-Larry Van Aalst talks with Mariah Clinton, Joel Belagio & Jennifer Bohr

Mariah Clinton & Joel Belagio - The Northern California PBS Auction

The driving forces behind the premiere Northern California PBS Auction , Mariah , and Joel , will be with us to tell about the wine centered event. Many of the lots are not available anywhere else. Special wines from Kosta-Browne, St. Francis, Papapietro Perry and many more are up for bid on the KRCB Wine Auction. Great overnight stays and special tours are on the slate,  and this year you can follow nation wide on the net and perhaps have the winning bid on something great from Wine Country.

Jennifer Bohr - Tra Vigne Restaurant

Just a few miles from our Sonoma Studio , Tra Vigne Restaurant is a landmark in the Napa Valley . Jennifer manages one of the most recognized of the areas eateries and in its 25 years it has never been finer. We will talk about "the other side of the hill" and what to do if you venture out of Sonoma.

9/18-Larry Van Aalst visits with Gillian Handelman & Sean Tevik

Gillian Handelman - Director of Wine Education, Jackson Family Wines

Director of Wine Education for Jackson Family Wines , Gillian will be with us to talk about the new tasting room in Healdsburg, and the mountain excursion program. The Stonestreet Winery story is the real reason for her visit , and she will tell us about how these exceptional wines come about.

Sean Tevik -  Valdez Family Winery

The story of Valdez Family Winery , is a dream come true. Starting a  vineyard management company , the Vandez  family has branched out , and they are making some extraordinary wines. Sean is the Director of Operations and will be with us to give the real scoop on this Cinderella story.

9/4-Larry Van Aalst visits with Matt Lowe and Tucker Taylor, Timo Marshall

Matt Lowe and Tucker Taylor -  The Kendall-Jackson Heirloom Tomato Festival
The Kendall-Jackson Heirloom Tomato Festival is just around the corner. Matt and Tucker make up a large part of the culinary team , and are directly responsible for the on site garden. Festival goers are offered tastes from  more than fifty restaurants who vie for the best dish using heirlooms. Kendall-Jackson pours great wine , there is terrific music, all  in a beautiful venue just two miles from Santa Rosa. Last year more than 175 different varieties were available to taste and the proceeds go to local charities.

Timo Marshall - Proprietor & Distiller, Spirit Works Distillery
Proprietor and Distiller for Spirit Works Distillery , Timo is making Sebastopol California know for fine vodka and gin. With a grain in , spirits out, approach , the distillery makes some of the finest products to be found in the spirits world . Timo will give us a background in distilling and tell us why he came to  Northern California.

8/21-Larry Van Aalst visits with Tony Ross & Tom Silberkleit

Tony Ross - Passalacqua Winery

A long and winding path brought Tony to his home at Passalacqua Winery , in the heart of The Dry Creek Valley. As one of the

most scholarly of all the wine educators in Sonoma County , Tony's presence is the cherry on top of the parfait for a winery that produces award winning wines and some of my favorite zinfandels ever. We will talk about the 2013 vintage , and try some new releases.

Tom Silberkleit - Publisher at Wine House Press 

Tom , Publisher at Wine House Press , puts together books that are not only stunning in visual quality, but also very informative when visiting the different wine regions in California. The California Directory of Fine Wineries , has just released the newest Northern California edition and it is a must have for all serious wine people. Tom will give us his unique insight on the best of the best wineries to visit on your next trip.

8/7-Larry Van Aalst talks to Dan Barwick & Erik Miller

Dan Barwick - Winemaker, Paradise Ridge Winery
Dan, winemaker for Paradise Ridge Winery, one of the most beautiful and award winning wineries in Northern California , has just returned from the Indy International Wine Competition at Purdue University . Dan will be with us to talk about the 2013 vintage in Sonoma County , along with the responsibilities involved in being a judge for the great Indy International.






Erik Miller- Winemaker & Owner, Kokomo Winery
Winemaker and owner of Kokomo Winery in The Dry Creek Valley, Eric hit the ground running with Kokomo Winery. Great press and a multitude of awards makes Kokomo a must visit on your next trip to Sonoma. Erik will tell us his success story, and about growing up in Indiana.

7/31-Encore Broadcast Larry Van Aalst talks to Sara Cummings & Rene Byck

Sara Cummings - Director of Communications, Sonoma County Vintners Association
As Director of Communications for The Sonoma County Vintners Association , Sara is most busy this time of year. This Labor Day , The Sonoma Wine Weekend takes place , and will be the highlight of all the celebrations, festivals and special wine events in Northern California. We will talk about the weekend  and how to approach it to get the very best out of all that's going on.

Rene Byck - Paradise Ridge Winery
One of the principals in Paradise Ridge Winery, Rene has one of most exceptional estates in all of Sonoma County to call home. Paradise Ridge not only produces world class award winning wines , but also is one of the most beautiful of all the wineries in Wine Country. Rene will talk about the new vintage , and participation in The Sonoma  Wine Weekend.