Category Archives: Tasting

Sommelier, Tasting, Video, Virtual, Wine

Coming Up Next on CellarPass TV!

Leave a comment

What a great line-up we had last week!  Continue tuning in to  CellarPass TV  for more exciting shows, broadcasting Mondays & Thursdays from 6PM – 7PM Pacific.  Each features interviews with special guests from the wine industry & beyond:  I am a featured guest alongside the following notables. . .

May 11, Monday:  Acumen Wines, MLB Player Chili Davis

May 14, Thursday: Scott Harvey Wines, Owner & Winemaker

You will get to know what inspired them to jump into their career, what their passions are, what they like to drink, wear and who knows?!  Be sure to submit your questions during the broadcast so that we can answer them On Air LIVE!

chili-davis
Acumen-Wines-Napa-Valley-9
20190821_113132
diana-acumen

On top, #SawyerSelfie with winemaker Steve Harvey; Clockwise: Chili Davis; Steve Harvey collection; Diana Schweiger & a sampling of Acumen Wines!

Sommelier, Tasting, Video, Virtual, Wine

Watch CellarPass TV every Monday & Thursday!

Leave a comment

Grab a glass drink and join us on CellarPass TV as the exciting lineup of shows continues, broadcasting Mondays & Thursdays from 6PM – 7PM Pacific.  Each features interviews with special guests from the wine industry & beyond:  I am a featured guest alongside the following notables. . .

May 4, Monday:  PlumpJack GM & Partner, John Conover!

May 7, Thursday:  Sommelier Cole Sisson from Doe Bay Wine Company!

plumpjack
doe_bay_wine_company_-_outside_of_store_2
sisson-doebay
doebay-orcus
Sommelier, Tasting, Varietal, Virtual, Vlog, Wine

Introducing “The Varietal Show” with Somm Chris Sawyer!

Leave a comment

Well it is about bloody time, right? Let’s just start talking to wine personalities about their work and have a good time with it, which I already like to do anywhere anytime 24/7!

This is my inaugural discussion on “The Varietal Show” which features Eric Sussman of Radio-Coteau and County Line Vineyards. Relaxing in an empty dining room at Gravenstein Grill, we practice social distancing as we taste and talk!


Sommelier, Tasting, Video, Wine

Tune In To CellarPass TV-April 27 & 30!

Leave a comment

Make the most of social distancing with our LIVE CellarPass TV shows, broadcasting Mondays & Thursdays from 6PM – 7PM Pacific.  Each features interviews with special guests from the wine industry & beyond:  I am a featured guest alongside the following notables. . .

April 27, Monday:  Furthermore Wine with Winemaker Chad Richard, joined by Jennifer Reichardt of Liberty Duck!

April 30, Thursday:  Louis Martini Winery with Executive Chef Jeffery Russell (featured above) & private Chef to the Stars Chef Frank Miller!

You will get to know what inspired them to jump into their career, what their passions are, what they like to drink, wear and who knows?!  Be sure to submit your questions during the broadcast so that we can answer them On Air LIVE!

See you then! Christopher

further_live
home_shopwines_hero_m_2_0
liberty_ducks_logo
furthermore_photo

Top to Bottom: Chad Richard of Furthermore Wine (on right); Louis Martini Winery offerings; Delicious Liberty Duck!

Tasting, Varietal, Virtual, Vlog

Hospice du Rhône 2020: Video, Virtual & Rescheduled!

Leave a comment

We can all still celebrate Hospice du Rhône 2020 in a few ways.  You can start with this informative video I made a few years back about the wines and region.  After that, scroll down for some updates to the HdR calendar that you can partake in this week!

Now start your own #RhôneAtHome campaign on social media.  Share what you are drinking with other Rhône-fans, and show your support of Rhône producers.  Use the hashtag @hospicedurhone, and HdR will share your post!

This all leads up to the BIG virtual cheers on Saturday, April 25th 2020:  Join to celebrate the wines, people and regions that embody Rhône varieties!  Zoom link to cheers with us will be posted on the HdR website, and sent to their mailing list.

Lastly, be sure to add the new dates of Hospice du Rhône to your calendar on April 22 – 24, 2021 at the Paso Robles Event Center in California.  (All visitor and exhibitor tickets, along with sponsor partnerships will remain valid.)

Cheers, hope to see you all LIVE next year!
Christopher

Sommelier, Tasting, Video, Wine

Next Up on CellarPass TV – Arrington & J Vineyards!

Leave a comment

It just keeps getting better!  Grab a drink and join us on CellarPass TV  for more exciting shows this week, broadcasting Mondays & Thursdays from 6PM – 7PM Pacific.  Each features interviews with special guests from the wine industry & beyond:  I am a featured guest alongside the following notables. . .

April 20, Monday:  Arrington Vineyards
with Winemaker Kip Summers!

April 23, Thursday:  J Vineyards & Winery
with Winemaker Nicole Hitchcock!

You will get to know what inspired them to jump into their career, what their passions are, what they like to drink, wear and who knows?!  Be sure to submit your questions during the broadcast so that we can answer them On Air LIVE!

See you then! Christopher

Event, Tasting, Wine

Virtual Vines – Some Online Options to Spend Time With Fine Wines!

Leave a comment

As we all grasp the new reality, at least for the time being, the industry has shifted to allow the opportunity to keep filling our cellars!  In addition there is an interactive tasting component being streamed for our virtual pleasure.

As an example, I was just with Tres Sabores on Instagram for their weekly Live Tasting Party, happening every Tuesday at 4pm!  And look out for information upcoming about CellarPass TV, which I will be participating in soon with some very special wine guests!  Until then here is a list of upcoming wineries partaking in the pleasures of our new normal this week.

Notre Vue Winery:  April 2, Thursday, Join by Zoom at 5pm to participate!

Sextant Estate Winery: April 2 & 9, Thursdays, Order wines to join in!

Adobe Road Winery:  April 3 & 4, Friday & Saturday, Join by Zoom at 5pm to participate!

Byington Vineyard & Winery: April 3, Fridays weekly at 5pm & 7pm

Thirty-Seven Wines: Order your Virtual Tasting Wine Pack by April 5, Sunday, to participate on Saturday April 18.

Calluna Vineyards: Virtual Wine Tastings on  April 5 Sunday, April 11 Saturday,or April 17 Friday, be sure to Register here!

Whichever experience you happen to choose ENJOY!
Cheers, Chris

Sommelier, Tasting, Video, Wine

Going Virtual! Julie Johnson of Tres Sabores Wines and I Join Forces this Tuesday!

Leave a comment

Join me with Tres Sabores for their next live tasting party,  Tuesday March 31st at 4pm live on Instagram with Tres Sabores & Sawyer Sommelier!  Delight in a little wine, a little conversation and some delectable suggestions for your enjoyment!

Wine!
2016 Por que no?
2014 Por que no?
2013 Rutherford Perspective Cabernet

Food Pairing!
Crispy Rancho Gordo Beans with Two Sauces (Frijoles Bravas)

Also an opportunity to purchase this two-day limited “library” release through the Tres Sabores online store or call 707-967-8027