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    ROCK’nVINO – 2025 BottleRock Napa Valley Recap

    During this episode of ROCK’nVINO, hosts Coco and Michelle talk about BottleRock Napa Valley and share some interviews from behind the scenes! Costa Rican band The Saint Cecilia were new to BottleRock and we get their take on the sound of Costa Rica, as well as their impressions of Wine Country. Former ROCK'nVINO co-host Mike DeWald talks about what it is like to cover BottleRock as a reporter for KCBS and for Riff Magazine. And DJ Rotten Robbie is the Morale Booster of the Media Room at BottleRock! He has an amazing collection of colorful, pop-culture rich outfits for each day, and hands out disco ball necklaces to bring smiles and joy to the folks at BottleRock. DJ Rotten Robbie talks about what it is like to play for diverse crowds and how important representation is in the entertainment industry.

    ROCK’nVINO is sponsored by American AgCredit.

     

    The Good Stuff – Amphora Winery

    In this episode of The Good Stuff presented by the Sonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk to Rick Hutchinson, Owner, President, and Winemaker for Amphora Winery.

    A native of Sonoma County, Rick Hutchinson found his way into winemaking at just 20 years old, working on the bottling line at Sebastiani Winery. One step into the cellar and he was transported—those rich, fermenting aromas reminded him of the late-summer canning days of his youth, when his mother’s kitchen was filled with the scent of jams and jellies.

    That moment sparked a lifelong passion. Rick went on to learn the craft under renowned winemakers like Doug Nalle and John Kongsgaard, gaining deep familiarity with the vineyards and terroir of Sonoma County—especially the bold Zinfandel and Petite Sirah of Dry Creek Valley.

    While honing his winemaking skills, Rick also discovered an unexpected artistic talent. A pottery class led him to create his own amphorae—ancient clay vessels once used to store wine. That blend of art and craft would soon become the foundation for his own winery.

    Amphora

    In 1997, Rick founded Amphora Winery—starting with three tons each of Zinfandel and Petite Sirah, a few barrels, and a lot of passion. He made those first wines in the basement of an old redwood barn in Dry Creek Valley. Thanks to early support from friends and colleagues, his debut vintages nearly sold out before they were bottled.

    The name Amphora and its iconic label come from Rick’s handmade clay vessels, and that connection is more than symbolic. Amphora specializes in fermenting and aging wine in traditional Italian terracotta, one of the few wineries in California doing so.

    By 2006, demand outgrew the original barn, prompting a move to a repurposed cold-storage building in the Timber Crest complex. The new, temperature-controlled space gave Rick the freedom to expand Amphora’s offerings beyond Dry Creek staples.

    Today, Amphora produces a diverse lineup of small-lot wines—from Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, and Syrah to lesser-known varietals like Teroldego, Mourvèdre, Alicante Bouschet, Vermentino, and sparkling rosé. Through it all, Rick has stayed true to his winemaking philosophy: work with hands-on growers, source the best grapes, and craft balanced wines that let each varietal and vintage speak for itself.

    And finally, Virginie and Karissa share their Tuesday Night wine picks!

     

    At The Table – The 52nd Gravenstein Apple Fair

    Host Clark Wolf talks with Carmen Snyder, Executive Director of Farm Trails, Ellen Cavalli, Program Manager of Farm Trails, & Preeti Mistry, Chef/Podcaster/James Beard Award Winner, about the 52nd Gravenstein Apple Fair! In addition, they discuss the "Apple Alley" & zero waste focus of the fair, ticket packages, the VIP experience, kid friendly activities, food/libations vendors (what Clark calls "Farmer's Market Fair Food") as well as Preeti's "Queer Soup Night" & James Beard Award!

     

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    Have Fun in the Kitchen and Keep Yor Kids Well Fed

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    The Good Stuff – Fat Dragon Wine

    In this episode of The Good Stuff presented by the Sonoma County Winegrowers, hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse talk to Dani Price, Proprietor of Fat Dragon Wines.

    14 years building and managing two of the largest and most diverse corporate wine programs in the world quickly turned Dani into a leading expert on fine wine. Today she oversees Maison du Prix’s day-to-day business and operations and the couple's wine brand, Fat Dragon, which launched late 2024 and produces a selection of world-class wines all produced from estate fruit farmed on their vineyard property in Healdsburg, California.

    Her most recent corporate stint was spending 7 years as the Executive Director of Wine for Wynn Resorts where she built and scaled the original wine program and oversaw what would become a $42 million a year operation that comprised a team of 24 world class sommeliers and wine managers servicing 29 dining outlets, 11 bars, 5 nightclubs, room service, special events, and banquet operations throughout 4 resort properties in Las Vegas and Macau.

    Prior to Wynn, Dani spent more than 6 years as the Director of Wine for the Smith & Wollensky Restaurant Group where she established and ran the $30 million a year corporate wine program during a time of hyper growth as the company expanded from 11 to 17 locations under 8 unique brands.

    Over the years, Dani has been featured in prestigious publications including Food & Wine, Robb Report, Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, Vegas Seven, Las Vegas Review Journal, and Las Vegas Sun News. She has lent her time and expertise to charitable organizations including James Beard Foundation, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and institutions including The Golden Door, a health and wellness resort. Dani currently serves on the Dry Creek Valley Winegrowers board.

    Fat Dragon Wines:

    The idea for Fat Dragon Wines was sparked in 2008 during a business trip to Hong Kong. While attending a Domaine de la Romanée-Conti tasting at the historic Happy Valley Racecourse, Dani snuck away to place a bet on a long-shot horse named Fat Dragon—with 44-to-1 odds. The horse won, and although Dani spent her winnings that same night, she returned home and told Mike the story. His immediate reaction: “That’s a great name for the wine brand we’ve always dreamed of.”

    Fast forward to 2018, when the couple discovered a rare 30-acre property just outside Healdsburg, California, with 16.5 acres of neglected vineyard land but tremendous potential. They completely overhauled the site—installing new infrastructure, drilling a new well, and replanting with two clones of Cabernet Sauvignon and Rhône varietals like Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre.

    Their first commercial crop came in 2022, and the inaugural vintage was bottled in spring 2024. Today, Fat Dragon Wines produces estate-grown, world-class wines on their Healdsburg property, which also features two luxury farm stay cottages nestled within the Syrah vineyard block, overlooking Dry Creek Valley.

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    Luke Stanko is the winemaker for Fat Dragon, Luke Stanko is the winemaker behind Fat Dragon Wines, an estate-driven winery in Sonoma County’s Dry Creek Valley. A Michigan native, Luke's passion for agriculture and craftsmanship led him to study horticultural science at Michigan State University, followed by specialized training in viticulture and enology at Brock University.

    At Fat Dragon, Luke focuses on Rhône varietals—including Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre—crafted from estate-grown fruit. His approach emphasizes balance, site expression, and thoughtful farming practices. In addition to his role at Fat Dragon, Luke serves as Director of Winemaking and Operations at Grand Cru Custom Crush in Windsor, California. He also contributes his expertise to several boutique labels, including West of One Wines, Copper Six Wines, and Bellacana Vineyards.

    Maison du Prix Wines:

    Founded in 2012 by Dani and Mike Price, Maison du Prix Wines began as a trusted source for close friends and industry colleagues to access expertly curated, fine and rare wines. As word spread, it evolved into one of the world’s most respected buyers and sellers of collectible wines.

    The company serves thousands of clients worldwide, helping individuals and collectors buy or sell exceptional bottles and wine collections—regardless of size. Their expertise ensures a smooth process, with a strong emphasis on provenance and quality.

    And finally, Virginie and Karissa share their Tuesday Night wine picks!

     

    At The Table – Dawn Ranch

    Host Clark Wolf talks with Chefs Juliana Farias Thorpe & Ignacio Zuzulich, as well as Sommelier Genaro Gallo, from Dawn Ranch, about what brought them to Sonoma County, influences that went into Dawn Ranch, what's on the menu, wine offerings/pairings, the new upcoming menu concept, what they ate growing up and what their excited about as summer approaches.

     
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