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Episode 180 – Paso Robles Part 1 – Tablas Creek: Wine from the Heart of Two Worlds
Episode 180 – Paso Robles Part 1 – Tablas Creek: Wine from the Heart of Two Worlds

In today’s episode, Shelley and Phil start their Paso Robles journey with a delicious lineup at Tablas Creek Vineyard. Tablas Creek wines are known for their elegance, complexity, and balance and today we’ll taste six of their wines while we learn about the unique history and philosophy behind this winery with Wine Consultant, Lisa Rainey. #HappyFriday!

Episode 179 – Big Things Happened in 1973!
Episode 179 – Big Things Happened in 1973!

In today’s episode, we give a nod to Shelley’s 50th High School Reunion by drinking a wine that was very popular back when she went to high school, Blue Nun! Remember back in the day?  These days, Blue Nun has transitioned away from Liebfraumilch wines in recent years, and now focuses on producing wines from a variety

Episode 178 – Sipping With the Sparkmans: Where Family Meets Real Fine Wine & Good Livin’ in Every Glass
Episode 178 – Sipping With the Sparkmans: Where Family Meets Real Fine Wine & Good Livin’ in Every Glass

In today’s episode, Shelley and Phil sit down (through Zoom) with Sparkman Cellars’ founders, Kelly and Chris Sparkman, and taste through four Rhone Varietals. This episode brings a WHOLE lot of education as well as a peek into the Sparky’s Famous Grilled Shrimp recipe! In 2010 Seattle Magazine named him Sommelier of the Year. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #SparkysFamousGrilledShrimp

Episode 172 – Washington Wine Month Kicks Off With Red Mountain Icon, Fidélitas Winemaker, Charlie Hoppes
Episode 172 – Washington Wine Month Kicks Off With Red Mountain Icon, Fidélitas Winemaker, Charlie Hoppes

In today’s episode, Shelley and Phil sit down with Red Mountain icon, Charlie Hoppes, the founder and winemaker at Fidélitas. Fidélitas is faithful to Bordeaux grape varietals, loyal to modern craft winemaking and true to Red Mountain. This episode not only lands on National White Wine Day, it kicks off the second Washington Wine Month. 3