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!
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
Top to Bottom: Chad Richard of Furthermore Wine (on right); Louis Martini Winery offerings; Delicious Liberty Duck!
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
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
Cleaning out the cellar can deliver some hefty rewards! Watch my fun and informative video on how to test those wines out.
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. . .
April 13, Monday: Charbay Distillery, Stand Up Comedian, Maureen Langan
April 16, Thursday: Acumen Wines, MLB Player Chili Davis
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!
Hey everybody, as the state, and eventually nation, slowly closed their doors to group endeavors, we were finishing up judging at the fabulous 3rd Annual Sonoma International Film Festival Wine Competition.
With the film festival on hold until July 30-August 2, we are going to give a sneak preview of the wine award winners for your drinking pleasure! Follow me at Christopher Sawyer Sommelier to watch my LIVE Facebook unveiling of the winners for 2020 on Friday, April 17th at NOON.
Then mark your calendars for SIFF this summer to celebrate!
See you all then! Chris
Join the excitement on CellarPass TV, broadcasting Mondays & Thursdays from 6PM – 7PM Pacific, featuring interviews with special guests from the wine industry & beyond. Next week I am a featured guest alongside the following notables. . .
April 6, Monday: Co-founder of Ginny’s Gin, Ginny Sweeney, & NBA star, Todd MacCulloch
April 9, Thursday: CEO & vintner, Joy Sterling of Iron Horse Vineyards & comedian Dan Rosenberg
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!
Clockwise: Chris, Ginny’s Gin, Todd MacCulloch & Joy Sterling!
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
