Vine, Wine & Dine

On this week’s Vine Wine & Dine, live from The Matheson in Healdsburg, hosts Larry Van Aalst and Michael Haney welcome acclaimed winemaker Rod Berglund of Joseph Swan Vineyards for an in-depth look at Russian River Valley terroir, Pinot Noir, and the enduring legacy of one of Sonoma County’s most respected wineries. Rod shares the story behind the 2023 Anderson Valley 50th Anniversary...

On this week’s Vine Wine & Dine, live from The Matheson in Healdsburg, hosts Larry Van Aalst, Michael Haney, and Chef Dustin Valette welcome Clay Mauritson of Mauritson Wines for a deep dive into Sonoma County terroir, family farming, and mountain-grown wines.Clay shares the story of his family’s six-generation history in Dry Creek Valley and Rockpile, and how he transformed a legacy of grape...

On this episode, we sit down with James Gore to discuss leadership in Sonoma County, the challenges facing local agriculture, and the future of the region’s wine industry. In addition to his role on the Board of Supervisors, Gore shares the story behind his family’s winemaking roots at Gore Family Vineyards, offering a unique perspective that blends public service with hands-on farming. From...

On this week’s Vine Wine & Dine, live from The Matheson in Healdsburg, hosts Larry Van Aalst, Michael Haney, and Chef Dustin Valette welcome former MLB All-Star Rich Aurilia, co-founder of Red Stitch Wine. Rich shares the story behind Red Stitch—how friendships forged on the baseball field with Dave Roberts and John Micek led to a passion project turned respected boutique wine label.We dive...

On this week’s Vine Wine & Dine, live from The Matheson in Healdsburg, we welcome Nicole and Katey Bacigalupi of Bacigalupi Winery to explore their family’s rich Russian River Valley legacy. The sisters share the history of their estate, from Charles and Helen Bacigalupi’s 1950s ranch purchase to pioneering plantings of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, including the famed Paris Tasting block...

On this week’s Vine Wine & Dine, we welcome Dan Kosta of Convene and DK Wine Group to explore his journey from restaurant floor to co-founding Kosta Browne, and now launching the Convene Wine Lounge located at Bacchus Landing in Healdsburg.Dan shares stories from his early career as John Ash’s wine director, co-founding Kosta Browne, and what inspired him to start Convene. We taste three...

On this week’s episode of Vine Wine & Dine, we welcome vintners David Ramey and Sean Brosnihan of Ramey Wine Cellars. Featured wines include the 2019 Claret paired with house-cured pork belly pizza, the 2016 Template Merlot-blend paired with tempura mushrooms, and the 2007 Annum Cabernet Sauvignon-blend paired with Wagyu flat iron steak. We also feature our Last Call guest, Heather...

On this week’s Vine Wine & Dine we welcome vintner Art Murray of Flambeaux Wine for an in-depth tasting and conversation. We explore how three generations of the Murray family blended their roots from New Orleans with the terroir of Sonoma County to create small-production, artisan wines that reflect both craftsmanship and celebration. From Mardi Gras traditions to meticulous vineyard...

Chef-vintner Dustin Valette joins Vine, Wine & Dine alongside Valette Wines GM Mark Malpiede for an in-depth conversation about his journey from Sonoma native to acclaimed restaurateur and winemaker. The show features tastings of Valette’s 2023 Sauvignon Blanc, 2021 Pinot Noir, and 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon, paired with signature dishes from The Matheson. Special guests Jesse Katz, Bob Cabral,...

Our Vintner Guest is Tony Lombardi, Founder of Lombardi Wines.WINES POURED DURING THE SHOW:2022 Lombardi Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2021 Lombardi Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2022 Lombardi Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir, Petaluma Gap