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Artwork for California Wine Country

California Wine Country

Steve Jaxon & Dan Berger
Sonoma County
Chardonnay
Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley
Taft Street Winery
Anderson Valley
Sonoma County Harvest Fair
Black Kite Cellars
Wine Production
Sauvignon Blanc
Winesong
Agriculture
Zinfandel
California Wine
Harvest
Millennials
Mendocino Coast Hospital
Mccarter Cellars
Freestone
Gen X

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PublishesWeeklyEpisodes88Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Ventura Smalley, Harry Duke, Cathy Ratto and Dan Berger.

Dan Berger and Harry Duke are in the studio together on California Wine Country today on the Italian holiday of Ferragosto. Our expected guest was not available.

California Wine Country is br... more

Winemaker Michael Browne is our guest on California Wine Country with Steve Jaxon and Dan Berger. Daedalus Howell is sitting in for Steve Jaxon today. Michael has brought a few wines today.

The first pour is a 2020 Santa Rita Hills, made under his C... more

Today’s pre-show guest is Rex Pickett, author of Sideways. The main show guest is Trevor Durling, Winemaker from BV, Beaulieu Vineyard. This show was recorded on August 9, 2017 eight years ago. Due to a technical glitch, there is no recording of the ... more

Kyle Cameron and Gianna Fugazi of Trecini Winery are our first-time guests on California Wine Country with Daedalus Howell in for Steve Jaxon, and with Dan Berger.

Kyle is a seventh generation Russian River Valley farmer. They are farming grapes now... more

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Recent Guests

Barbara Barrielle
Guest discussing the Pinot Noir Festival
Episode: Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival 2025
Joy Sterling
Head of Iron Horse Vineyards
Iron Horse Vineyards
Episode: Iron Horse Vineyards’ Joy Sterling
Nolan Jones
Winemaker at Lava Cap Winery
Lava Cap Winery
Episode: Nolan Jones from Lava Cap Winery
Dan Barwick
Winemaker at Trecini Winery
Trecini Winery
Episode: Dan Barwick on Moving Back to England
Mike Carpenter
Owner of The Redd Collection, a retail wine business specializing in old and rare collectible wines
The Redd Collection
Episode: Mike Carpenter, The Redd Collection
Melissa Galliani
Wine expert and guest on the show
Episode: Dan Berger Selections with Melissa Galliani
Clark Smith
Winemaker and author, known for innovative approaches in winemaking including Postmodern Winemaking.
WineSmith
Episode: Clark Smith WineSmith Unusual Varietals
Christian Adams
Wine importer and representative of the German Wine Collection
German Wine Collection
Episode: Christian Adams from the German Wine Collection
Tom Birdsall
Co-founder of Black Kite Cellars
Black Kite Cellars
Episode: Black Kite Cellars, Tom Birdsall

Hosts

Steve Jaxon
Host known for engaging storytelling and wine expertise, providing insights into California's wine culture.
Dan Berger
Co-host and wine expert, providing in-depth knowledge of the wine making process and industry insights.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • Stick to wine!

    Just listened to the 12/23/2020 Wines of the Year podcast. As usual, the awards went to outstanding wines.

    I just wish you hadn’t closed with unnecessary political commentary.

    While many people are glad to see the change, not everyone is gleeful about the prospects for the next four years.

    Stick to wine!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Schmatz74
    United States5 years ago
  • Glad I found another wine podcast

    I'm always looking for interesting wine podcasts that have regular update schedules. I enjoy the hosts' banter and enthusiasm. The guests are more Napa focused and hope they can invite more winemakers or professionals from Sonoma and the North Coast. I also like that they take show notes seriously and provide good descriptions and links discussed during the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DCNYer
    United States8 years ago
  • Duke of Barolo

    I'm a longtime listener to this radio show and I'm really glad that it's a podcast too now. If you like great wine or are just curious, this pod is for you. Just listening to the people on this show is an education. People spend a lifetime accumulating this knowledge and making wine and they come on this show and just tell all about it. I love listening to winemakers explain what they do, how and why they make the choices they do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Archie DiAvolo
    United States8 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners desire a focus purely on wine, expressing disappointment with unrelated commentary.
The podcast provides valuable education about wine, making it appealing to both enthusiasts and professionals.
Listeners enjoy the engaging narratives and expertise shared by hosts and guests.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#242
Norway/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Dennis McCarter
Q: What awards have you won?
Dennis highlighted his Pinot Noir winning best of class and 98 points at the North Coast Wine Challenge as well as double gold at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.
Dennis McCarter
Q: What does the wine-making process look like for you?
Dennis mentioned using a cold fermentation process that takes about a month, monitoring the fermentation closely.
Dennis McCarter
Q: How did you get into winemaking?
Dennis started his journey over 20 years ago when he took a food and wine pairing course and was inspired to make wine at home.
Winemaker Dan Barwick
Q: What was your experience in Croatia?
Dan described Croatia as having amazing wines, wonderful people, and delicious food, making it a magical place to visit.
Winemaker Dan Barwick
Q: What is your favorite wine to make?
Sauvignon Blanc is Barwick's favorite wine to make and drink due to its complexity from multiple vineyards.

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The discussions focus heavily on the world of wine, particularly from California's premier wine regions. Through engaging conversations with winemakers, vineyard owners, and wine experts, listeners gain insights into the winemaking process, trends, and the various nuances of different varietals. Notable topics include specific wine festivals, sustainable practices in winemaking, and personal anecdotes from industry veterans that add a rich layer of storytelling to each episode. The blend of expert opinions alongside a casual and enjoyable dialogue is likely to attract both wine enthusiasts and industry professionals alike, making this an educational and entertaining listening experience for anyone interested in wine culture.

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Recent guests on California Wine Country include:

1. Barbara Barrielle
2. Joy Sterling
3. Nolan Jones
4. Dan Barwick
5. Mike Carpenter
6. Melissa Galliani
7. Clark Smith
8. Christian Adams

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