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An Ode to Zinfandel 2020

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Did you miss Zinfandel Day on Thursday November 19th? That’s OK, I have you covered here for an extended celebration with my recent article Preserving the Zinfandel Legacy of Mendocino County published on the ZAP Blog. (And mark your calendar for some social zintancing with ZinEx in January 2021!)

It was my pleasure to taste and muse about the fabulous flavors from a memorable visit up north: My Mendocino trek also involved a few conversations that are documented on The Varietal Show, from my YouTube channel; including Chef Mark Dym of Little River Inn; Steve Alden spinning the tale of Murder Ridge; and this extra little repost below from my visit with Lorenzo Pacini at the famous Pacini Vineyard! Enjoy and FOLLOW my channel for more exciting episodes to come . . .

Where’s Waldo? Find the visitor flying around in one of these three videos. Name that bird! #GoMendo

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Pinot Noir at Keller Estate with The Varietal Show

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The Varietal Show talks about Petaluma Gap Pinot Noir with my friend Ana Keller of Keller Estate. Enjoy our conversation and then make your tasting appointment to try it for yourself! (And if you fancy Pinot Gris, then watch our previous episode . . .)

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Setting PINOT NOIR free at vineyards of Keller Estate!
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Climb Up To Perli Vineyards With The Varietal Show

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High up on the Mendocino ridge where wine does grow, things are a little different: I ascended for The Varietal Show to visit with Steve Alden at Perli Vineyards, and find out the secrets of Murder Ridge Winery.

Watch our discussion and visit their Facebook page for some AMAZING #WildWednesday photos to appreciate the remote nature of the task!

Check it out here and remember to hit LIKE, SHARE, and FOLLOW my channel for more exciting weekly episodes on Tuesdays at 12:30pm!

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A Petrified Forest Experience On The Varietal Show

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The Varietal Show sits down with Ken & Susan Piters at Petrified Forest Vineyard to explore the wonderful wines at Totem Ridge Vineyards, in Knights Valley. For even more about this stunning sipper check out these other posts TAKE A LITTLE SOJOURN TO PETRIFIED FOREST VINEYARDS WITH THE VARIETAL SHOW and TRY SOME STELLAR WINES FOR YOUR INDEPENDENCE DAY!

Check it out here and remember to hit LIKE, SHARE, and FOLLOW my channel for more exciting weekly episodes on Tuesdays at 12:30pm!

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A Napa Valley Visit With Matthiasson Wines on The Varietal Show

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Amidst the smoke I traveled over to Napa Valley for an
insightful conversation with well-respected farmer and winemaker Steve Matthiasson: The Varietal Show finds out more about working with unique grape varieties from Matthiasson Wines.

Check it out here and remember to hit LIKE, SHARE, and FOLLOW my You Tube channel for more exciting weekly episodes on Tuesdays at 12:30pm!

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CAB Time with Allen Wines on the Varietal Show!

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Watch Sal and I dive into some fabulous Cabs, with
Knights Link & Stanford Oakville Cabernet Sauvignons: Delicious drinks from Allen Wines on The Varietal Show!

Watch my previous episode with Sal Rehman of Allen Wines to learn about their Pinot Noir & Chardonnay! Don’t miss the conversations and remember to hit LIKE, SHARE the love, and FOLLOW my channel for more exciting weekly episodes on Tuesdays at 12:30pm!

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The Varietal Show Gets Tasty With Verde Vineyards!

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Inside the tasting room is a different perspective of Verde Vineyards, located in the beautiful Santa Clara Valley. Put your feet up to enjoy our discussion then click on over to the first part for some scenic backgrounds at VISIT VERDE VINEYARDS WITH THE VARIETAL SHOW!

Check out our conversation here and remember to hit LIKE, SHARE the love, and FOLLOW my channel for more exciting weekly episodes on Tuesdays at 12:30pm!

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The Varietal Show Goes MENDO with Chef Marc Dym!

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Have you ever eaten at The Little River Inn on the breathtaking scenic edge of Mendocino County? Then thank Chef Marc Dym for your delicious dining experience! I sat down with my friend to discuss coastal cuisine, cocktails and wine in this exciting conversation on The Varietal Show! #GoingMendo

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Great Zin-Sploration at Pacini Vineyards for The Varietal Show

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On the Talmage Bench in Mendocino County is a true Zinfandel Experience. With 100 year old vines, the Pacini Vineyard fruit is in many well-known bottles including Baca Wines, Bedrock Wine Co., Steele Wines, Von Strasser, and WALT Wines. Join The Varietal Show and curator Lorenzo Pacini for an educational discussion to find out more!

Check it out here and remember to hit LIKE, SHARE, and FOLLOW my You Tube channel for more exciting weekly episodes on Tuesdays at 12:30pm!