Wine Babblers

Erik Ellner and Roger Salazar

Welcome to Wine Babblers! Join Erik Ellner and Roger Salazar, two regular guys, as they embark on a journey through the world of wine. Tune in bi-weekly for lively conversations, insightful experiences, and valuable learnings that will enhance your appreciation and knowledge of wine. Subscribe and connect with us on Instagram and X (@Winebabblers) and Facebook (@WineBabblersPodcast).

Episodes

  1. 06/27/2025

    The Napa Experience (aka Babblers World Tour!)

    Hosts Erik Ellner and Roger Salazar take listeners on a journey through their recent “world tour” of winery visits in Napa. They share their experiences at various wineries, including Burgess, Robert Craig, Hall Rutherford, Seven Apart, William Cole, Markham, Revana and Duckhorn. The conversation highlights the unique aspects of each winery, the wines they tasted, and the overall enjoyment of the tasting experiences. The episode also features special guest Phil Salazar, (The Ghost Raven) who adds his insights and experiences to the discussion. Chapters: 00:00 The Napa Experience 02:30 Burgess Cellars 06:56 Robert Craig Winery 22:17 Hall Rutherford Winery 29:23 Seven Apart Winery 34:16 William Cole Vineyards 42:24 Markham Vineyards 48:57 Revana Family Vineyard Episode Mentions:  Wineries: Burgess Cellars, Robert Craig Winery, Hall Rutherford Winery, Seven Apart Winery, William Cole Vineyards, Markham Vineyards, Revana Family Vineyard, Duckhorn Vineyards Accommodations: Silverado Resort Wines Tasted:  ROBERT CRAIG  2015 Mt Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 Spring Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 Diamond Mt Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 Howell Mt Cabernet Sauvignon 2025 Howell Mountain Estate Merlot 2016 The Stick Red Wine Blend HALL RUTHERFORD 2021 Sacrashe Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Montagna Mt Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Rainin Vineyard Diamond Mt Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Beller Vineyard Mt Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon SEVEN APART 2021 Basalt Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Shale Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Summit Cabernet Sauvignon WILLIAM COLE 2022 Small Lot Stag’s Leap District Cab 2017 Predecessor  2015 Cuvee Claire Cab MARKHAM 2017 Yountville Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Meadowrock Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon REVANA 2018 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Cold Springs Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon DUCKHORN 2013 Duck Blind Proprietary Red Blend 2021 Patzimaro Cabernet Sauvignon

    1h 2m

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
9 Ratings

About

Welcome to Wine Babblers! Join Erik Ellner and Roger Salazar, two regular guys, as they embark on a journey through the world of wine. Tune in bi-weekly for lively conversations, insightful experiences, and valuable learnings that will enhance your appreciation and knowledge of wine. Subscribe and connect with us on Instagram and X (@Winebabblers) and Facebook (@WineBabblersPodcast).