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Wine Road: The Wine, When, and Where of Sonoma County

Wine Road: The Wine, When, and Where of Sonoma County

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The Wine Road provides the Wine, When and Where of Northern Sonoma to locals and visitors with tips and news on events, wineries, restaurants, outdoor activities, and places to stay. Hosts Marcy Gordon and Beth Costa have a biweekly conversation with guests and share their insider stories about the places to check out when you're exploring along the Wine Road. Arte Ciencias Sociales Comida y Vino Escritos y Comentarios sobre Viajes
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  • Wine Road Podcast - Episode 247 - Sidney Hunter, Barrel Tasting guest

    Wine Road Podcast - Episode 247 - Sidney Hunter, Barrel Tasting guest
    Feb 26 2026
    (0:10 - 0:23) Welcome to Wine Road, hosted by Marcy Gordon and Beth Costa. Thanks to Ron Rubin for supporting the podcast. (0:24 - 0:48) River Road Family Vineyards and Winery sponsors the show. Visit riverroadvineyards.com to explore their Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. (0:49 - 1:03) Episode 247 features Sidney Hunter, a barrel-tasting enthusiast, sharing her experiences and tips. (1:04 - 1:19) Beth introduces Sidney, a long-time customer turned friend, who regularly attends Wine Road events. (1:20 - 1:36) Sidney is a passionate barrel-tasting fan, attending events with her family and enjoying the experience. (1:39 - 1:54) Sidney estimates she's attended barrel tasting about 15 times, collecting many wine glasses along the way. (1:54 - 2:23) Sidney loves barrel tasting for the chance to try favorites, discover new wines, and meet winemakers. (2:23 - 3:26) She values the consistency of her favorite wineries and enjoys the interactive experience of learning from winemakers and staff. (3:26 - 4:12) Sidney appreciates the personal connections she's built with winery staff and the opportunity to try exclusive tastings. (4:12 - 5:09) Barrel tasting offers a unique, interactive experience. Sidney often buys futures, trusting the wine's quality and evolution. (5:09 - 6:23) Sidney explains her confidence in buying futures, often comparing current barrel samples with past vintages. (6:23 - 7:23) She highlights favorite wineries like Soda Rock and Carol Shelton, praising their consistent quality and knowledgeable staff. (7:23 - 8:11) She shares a story about picking up so many wine cases that her car was packed, leading to more purchases during pickups. (8:11 - 9:08) Sidney and her sisters make wine events a social occasion, complete with picnics and organized plans for visiting wineries. (9:08 - 10:16) Her group meticulously plans their visits, balancing favorite wineries with new discoveries, and enjoying the overall experience. (10:17 - 11:09) Sidney mentions her loyalty to Wilson family wineries and her goal to visit all of them in 2026. (11:11 - 12:29) She shares her love for Italian varietals at Colagrossi and highlights other favorites like Kokomo and VML for their unique offerings. (12:29 - 13:19) Sidney emphasizes pacing during events, focusing on quality over quantity, and taking notes to remember favorite wines. (13:20 - 14:22) Her sisters now join her for barrel tasting, each picking a favorite and a new winery to visit, with Sidney mapping out the route. (14:22 - 15:19) Sidney encourages enjoying the scenery, taking breaks, and embracing the full experience rather than rushing through wineries. (15:20 - 16:54) Barrel tasting is about quality, not quantity. Sidney advises taking time to enjoy the vineyards, meet winemakers, and savor the experience. (16:54 - 17:54) Rain or shine, Sydney and her sisters are prepared for events, enjoying the wines and connecting with winemakers like Susie Selby. (17:54 - 19:15) Sidney highlights the value of meeting winemakers and learning about their craft, making the experience educational and enjoyable. (19:17 - 20:30) She recommends bringing food and chocolates to pair with wines and suggests local markets like Dry Creek General Store for supplies. (20:30 - 21:03) Sidney's enthusiasm inspires others to join her at events, and she encourages everyone to experience barrel tasting. (21:03 - 21:49) Tickets for barrel tasting are $50 and include access to 60 wineries, with some offering tastings on Friday before the event starts. (21:49 - 23:00) The $50 ticket celebrates Wine Road's 50th anniversary. Sip Into the Weekend offers complimentary tastings every Thursday and Friday. (23:00 - 24:08) Check wineroad.com for updated winery lists and event details. That's a wrap for this episode!
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  • Wine Road Podcast - Episode 246 - Janae Franicevic / Sunce Winery

    Wine Road Podcast - Episode 246 - Janae Franicevic / Sunce Winery
    Feb 12 2026

    Wine Road Podcast - Episode 246 - Janae Franicevic / Sunce Winery

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    Welcome to Wine Road with hosts Marci Gordon and Beth Costa. Thanks to Ron Rubin for supporting the podcast.

    (0:24 - 0:48)
    Special thanks to River Road Family Vineyards and Winery for their support. Explore their wines at RiverRoadVineyards.com.

    (0:49 - 0:57)
    Episode 246 features Janae Franicevic from Sunce Winery.

    (1:03 - 1:16)
    Janae introduces Sunce's 2021 Pinot Noir, made from estate-grown clone 777.

    (1:30 - 1:48)
    Sunce Winery is a backyard winery on Olivet Road, Santa Rosa, with a vineyard planted in 1998.

    (2:16 - 2:29)
    Janae shares the story of buying and transforming the property into a winery.

    (3:06 - 3:17)
    Starting a winery required risk, passion, and resourcefulness.

    (5:00 - 5:10)
    Janae emphasizes her role in building the business, pioneering direct-to-consumer sales and wine clubs.

    (6:16 - 6:37)
    Sunce produces small-lot wines, including single-clone Pinots and diverse varietals.

    (9:02 - 9:18)
    The tasting room offers a global wine experience, featuring unique varietals like Dornfelder and Teran.

    (11:00 - 11:09)
    Sunce's adaptability allows them to thrive in a challenging wine economy.

    (15:37 - 15:42)
    Wine remains a comforting tradition, especially in changing times.

    (22:18 - 22:29)
    Janae highlights the importance of barrel tasting as a tradition and business cornerstone.

    (24:05 - 24:09)
    Sunce offers flexible futures purchases, starting at three bottles.

    (27:00 - 27:22)
    Barrel tasting supports wineries and growers while offering customers exclusive wines at a discount.

    (32:01 - 32:23)
    Barrel tasting allows customers to experience wine's development and connect with its story.

    (36:42 - 36:57)
    Janae stresses the importance of wineries supporting each other during challenging times.

    (37:35 - 37:40)
    Visit Sunce for barrel tasting, charcuterie, and a welcoming atmosphere.

    (37:50 - 37:53)
    Barrel tasting is March 7-8. Don't miss it!

    Links from today:

    River Road Family Vineyards

    Sunce Winery
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  • Wine Road Podcast - Episode 245 = WR Event Updates

    Wine Road Podcast - Episode 245 = WR Event Updates
    Jan 29 2026

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    Hosts Marcy Gordon and Beth Costa discuss upcoming events, share stories, and provide resources for wine enthusiasts in Northern Sonoma County. Here's the rundown:

    1. Sponsor Shoutouts: Thanks to Ron Rubin and River Road Family Vineyards and Winery for supporting the podcast. Check out their Chardonnay and Pinot Noir at riverroadvineyards.com.

    2. Event Updates:

      • Winter Wineland: Recently wrapped up, offering a relaxed post-holiday wine weekend.
      • Wine Love Wine Trail: Happening on Valentine's Day (Feb 14). A $50 ticket grants access to 30 wineries with fun treats like conversation hearts and Hershey's Kisses.
      • Barrel Tasting: Celebrating its 48th year and the Wine Road's 50th anniversary. This signature event (March) allows guests to taste wines directly from barrels, meet winemakers, and purchase futures. Tickets are rolled back to $50 for the weekend.
      • 50th Anniversary Grand Tasting: Scheduled for November 6 at Fopiano Vineyards, featuring founding members, live music, and food. (UPDATE - new date September 19th).

    3. Book Recommendation: Vines in a Cold Climate by Henry Jeffries explores the rise of English sparkling wine, driven by climate change and visionary winemakers.

    4. Local Resource Highlight: Edible Marin and Wine Country magazine is a free, insightful guide to local food, wine, and culture.

    5. Recipe Spotlight: Marcy shares a simple recipe for spiced candied nuts, perfect for Valentine's Day gifts. Ingredients include nuts, sugar, spices, egg white, and salt. Bake at 300°F for 30 minutes, separate, and package with a bow.

    6. Fun Moments: The hosts share laughs, personal anecdotes, and celebrate Beth's 49th wedding anniversary.

    Listeners are encouraged to share photos from Winter Wineland and explore the Wine Road's events and resources. Happy Valentine's Day!

    Links:

    River Road Family Vineyards

    Winter Wineland

    Wine Love Wine Trail

    Barrel Tasting

    Edible Marin

    Vines in a Cold Climate

    Sugar and Spice Candied Nuts - a perfect Valentine gift idea!

    1/3 cup dark-brown sugar
    2/3 cup white granulated sugar
    1 teaspoon kosher salt (I might up this by a 1/2 tsp. next time for more of a sweet/salty balance)
    Generous pinch of cayenne pepper (I swapped this with 1/4 teaspoon of hot smoked paprika)
    1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    1 pound walnut or pecan halves or whole peeled hazelnuts
    1 egg white, room temperature
    1 tablespoon water

    Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Mix sugars, salt, cayenne, and cinnamon, making sure there are no lumps; set aside. Beat egg white and water until frothy but not stiff. Add walnuts, and stir to coat evenly. Sprinkle nuts with sugar mixture, and toss until evenly coated. Spread sugared nuts in a single layer on a cookie sheet fitted with parchment paper. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from oven, and separate nuts as they cool. When completely cool, pour the nuts into a bowl, breaking up any that stick together.
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