The Vine Guy

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The Vine Guy dives into the world of wine with wine makers, wine producers, wine professionals and wine lovers. WTOP wine columnist Scott Greenberg talks with wine industry greats, shares which wines you may want to buy next and tells stories to help you savor your next glass of wine even more.

  1. 01/24/2025

    White wines that can age 20, 30, 40 years? Winemaker Bibiana González Rave is making them

    Bibiana grew up in Columbia, where vineyards are virtually non-existent. So, in 2001, she packed her bags and left for France where she immersed herself in all things wine. She ultimately earning a degree in viticulture and enology from Cognac followed by a degree in enology from the University of Bordeaux. She completed her research for her thesis at the famed estates of Château Haut-Brion and La Mission Haut-Brion. Her passion for wine has sent her around the globe. Today, calls California home. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    47 min

  2. 12/06/2024

    Lee Anne Wong is more than a celebrity chef — She is the definition of Maui Strong

    My guest for this special episode of the Vine Guy is Celebrity Chef Lee Anne Wong, whose work on the island of Maui in the aftermath of the devastating fires has helped feed thousands of residents even as it extracted a deep personal toll. Wong opens up about the devastation wrought by the tragic fires in Lahaina last year and what it means to lift up and rebuild a community. Her strength and resilience is beyond admirable. I invite you to drink in this heartfelt episode with the empathetic, passionate and candid Chef Lee Anne Wong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    31 min

  3. 10/11/2024

    Dave Phillips of Michael-David Winery is passionate about producing quality wine at every price point

    Dave Phillips grew up on the family homestead in Lodi, California. His great great grandparents settled there in 1865. His youth was spent driving tractors in the vineyards and growing fruit and vegetables to sell at the family’s roadside fruit stands and local farmers markets. Today, he and his brother, Michael, have created some of the most iconic brands in the wine industry, including Seven Deadly Zins (which they subsequently sold), Earthquake, Freakshow and Outerbound—their latest project. He is passionate about sustainability and his community. Dave and his wife, Corene, have two boys, and travel the world together marketing their winery and extolling the virtues of Lodi fruit. His passions include ultra running, mountain biking, triathlons and skiing. I invite you to drink in this entertaining episode with the very down-to-earth—and good friend—Dave Phillips. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    27 min

  4. 09/20/2024

    Tock’s Eric Chmiel wants your next winery visit to be a guaranteed success

    As the head of fine dining and wineries at Tock, Eric Chmiel drives the development of partnerships with the world’s best restaurants and wineries. Eric brings extensive expertise and passion to the hospitality industry. In addition to being a self-proclaimed foodie, Eric holds a WSET Level III certification. I invite you to drink in this peek-behind-the-curtain conversation with the Tock wizard himself, Eric Chmiel. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    30 min

  5. 09/06/2024

    Hell’s Kitchen contestant Leigh Orleans calls Gordon Ramsey, 'a great mentor if you’re willing to listen'

    Leigh Orleans is a private chef based in North Carolina but travels all over the country crafting fresh, seasonal meals for her clients. Her culinary skills were showcased on Season 22 of Gordon Ramsay's Hell's Kitchen, where she competed and earned a black jacket during the final round. Leigh holds a degree in culinary arts from the Savannah Culinary Institute and a master’s degree in wine and beverage management from the Culinary Institute of America. In May 2017, she graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a business degree. Travel has consistently been a significant source of inspiration for Leigh's culinary creations. Her passion for travel was further nurtured through study abroad programs in Sevilla, Spain and South Africa. I invite you to drink in this entertaining episode with the very enthusiastic Leigh Orleans. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    24 min

  6. 08/23/2024

    Winemaker Ben Papapietro is a complex man who enjoys simple pleasures and making delicious Pinot Noir

    Wine has always been a part of Executive Winemaker Ben Papapietro’s life. A native San Franciscan of Italian descent, Ben grew up with wine as part of every family meal and gathering. His passion for wine making caught fire in his early twenties as he explored wines from around the world. But the wines that really turned Ben’s head were from the Burgundy region in France. During his 37-year career with the San Francisco Newspaper Agency, Ben met future partner Bruce Perry. Through their common passions—cooking and wine—they became fast friends. They joined together to make wine as a hobby in their garages. To hone their craft. they volunteered to work during harvest at a friend’s Sonoma County winery specializing in Pinot Noir. Today, the Papapietro Perry cellar is simply a more elaborate version of Ben’s garage wines. He describes his wines as “… an extension of my home and personal hospitality.” I invite you to drink in this conversation with the delightfully complex, yet humble Ben Papapietro. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    31 min

  7. 07/25/2024

    Glenn Proctor’s grandfather once told him, 'You’re going off to school to learn what I taught you!'

    Glenn Proctor is part of Sonoma County royalty. Founded by Glenn’s great grandfather in 1904, the Puccioni’s were one of the original Italian farming families in Dry Creek Valley. Today, Puccioni Vineyards is still committed to making distinctive Zinfandel and Petite Sirah from the Puccioni Ranch, located in the Dry Creek Valley of Sonoma County. Their grape growing and winemaking knowledge has been passed down through the generations with the goal of “letting the vineyard speak” by producing concentrated wines in a complex and rustic style that exhibits characteristics of the site. Drink in this fascinating episode with Glenn Proctor. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    36 min

  8. 06/28/2024

    Tyler Klick knows – and grows – wines from the ground up

    After graduating from UC Davis' Viticulture and Enology program, Tyler Klick joined Redwood Empire Vineyard Management in 1997 on the grounds crew and eventually worked himself up to his present position as co-owner and viticulturist. Tyler oversees all traditional and specialty viticulture for REVM and also handles estimating, budgeting and overall construction projects. He is passionate about the environment. He is actively involved in creek restoration projects and certification programs such as Fish Friendly Farming, CCOF, Organic Certifiers, and Certified CA Sustainable Winegrowing. Tyler led REVM to become the first certified sustainable vineyard management company in California, where they farm about 2,000 acres. He is proud of REVM’s commitment to organic and sustainable farming practices, making sure that any property REVM manages is environmentally better when they are done. I invite you to drink in this fascinating episode with Tyler Klick. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    40 min
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The Vine Guy dives into the world of wine with wine makers, wine producers, wine professionals and wine lovers. WTOP wine columnist Scott Greenberg talks with wine industry greats, shares which wines you may want to buy next and tells stories to help you savor your next glass of wine even more.

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  • Creator
    WTOP | Hubbard Radio
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    118
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    © © Hubbard Radio Washington DC, LLC
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