Central Coast to Granite Bay: Sipping Through the State -...

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In this episode, hosts Erik Ellner and Roger Salazar are joined by Ghost Raven as they share their recent wine tasting adventures across California, including visits to Granite Bay, Santa Barbara, Solvang, Paso Robles, and Napa. They discuss the experiences, the quality of wines tasted, and the overall enjoyment of the journey. Chapters00:00 Welcome to the Wine Babblers00:54 Capitol Cellars05:24 Santa Barbara Tastings15:12 Solvang Wine Tastings17:16 Paso Robles Wine Tastings36:46 Napa Wine Tastings01:04:18 What's Next on Wine BabblersEpisode MentionsWines: 2020 Syrah Andrew Murray Vineyards, 2021 Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet SauvignonWineries and Tasting Rooms: Capitol Cellars, Andrew Murray Vineyards, L'Aventure Winery, Hope Family Wines, Daou Vineyards, Pine Ridge Vineyards, Seavey Vineyard, Oakville Wine Merchant, Robert Craig Winery, Rutherford Ranch Winery, Chateau Montelena Winery; Taste of Santa Rita Hills; Los Olivos Wine Merchant & CafeAccommodations: Silverado

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In this episode, hosts Erik Ellner and Roger Salazar are joined by Ghost Raven as they share their recent wine tasting adventures across California, including visits to Granite Bay, Santa Barbara, Solvang, Paso Robles, and Napa. They discuss the...

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