11/27-Larry Van Aalst talks with Debra Del Fiorentino, Jil Child & Sean Lovett

Debra Del Fiorentino & Jil Child - Vineyard & Winery Management
The heart of the Wine Competition aspect of Vineyard and Winery Management ,Debra and Jil  have some great news about a new competition , and will give us the latest results. We will also talk about a new certification for International Wine Judges.

Sean Lovett - The Wine Country Kombucha

One of the newest Sonoma County products is the baby of Sean Lovett ,a principal in Revive . The Wine Country Kombucha is the talk of the town , it has a huge list of benefits and is especially good at a wine tasting.

Sean will tell us what Kombucha is and why we can all live better by drinking it.

11/13-Larry Van Aalst visits with Miro Tcholakov & Brenda Chatelain

Miro Tcholakov - Winemaker, Trentadue

Being Winemaker for Trentadue , and his own brand Miro Wines , is a  non stop proposition . Along with his other responsibilities , Miro is an officer with the largest Petit Syrah organization in the US. We will be talking about the 2013 harvest , and how someone from Bulgaria hit a home run as a Winemaker in Alexander Valley.








Brenda Chatelain - The Smoked Olive

A great friend of CRN, Brenda is a principal in The Smoked Olive. Although it is hard to describe , and must be tasted to be appreciated , smoked olive oil is one of Somoma Countys ' exceptional products. Garnering some great press , the olive oil and smoked brown sugar is a treat that shouldn't be missed. Brenda will give us the breaking news about the first dedicated shop for The Smoked Olive, and how to find it on the net.

10/30-Larry Van Aalst talks with Traci Dutton & Beagle Brodsky

Traci Dutton - Wine Director, Greystone

Wine Director at the Greystone , in St. Helena Ca. Traci runs one of the world class operations of the Culinary Institute of America. The Greystone is know for it's leadership in the academics of food and wine.

Traci will be with us to talk about the holidays and the new programs offered at the CIA.

Beagle Brodsky - Manager, Willie Bird Turkeys

Manager for Willie Bird Turkeys , Beagle is in high gear for the Thanksgiving rush. The premiere producer of turkeys in all of Sonoma County and world famous , Willie Bird is the go to for the best.  We will talk about the turkey, method of cooking , and the wine to go with it.

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.