Episode #17 – Wine, Faith & Primitivo Reserves with Pastor Gus Bess & Brian Kusko.

In Episode #17 of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterra, Paul Frankel is joined by Pastor Gus Bess and Brian Kusko for a thoughtful and engaging conversation that brings together wine, faith, and community.This episode features a tasting and discussion of Sculpterra’s 2022 and 2023 Primitivo Reserve wines, exploring what qualifies a wine as a reserve and why these vintages stand out. Paul also shares seasonal updates from the vineyard and winery, including winter pruning, cold mornings, and what this time of year looks like behind the scenes.Pastor Gus offers insight into wine’s role in biblical history and spirituality, touching on symbolism, cultural context, and the importance of balance. Brian contributes perspective from within the winery, discussing tasting, vineyard work, and the day-to-day experience of being part of the Sculpterra team.The episode also looks ahead to future wine trends, upcoming winery events, and wraps with reflections on community, conversation, and connection over a glass of wine.📘 Pastor Gus’s book is available here:https://a.co/d/aLi47Rs#VinoFrankel #Sculpterra #PasoRoblesWine #WineAndFaith #Primitivo#WinePodcast #Winemaking #WineEducation #CentralCoastWine #WineCommunityProduced by EZF Media, LLCOfficial producer of Vino Frankel: A Taste of Sculpterr