Nine One Wine Podcast

Episode 15 starts with the reintroduction of hosts Chris and Hillary. The November 2009 and 2020 police logs were reviewed with GrayPez Wines. Tune into learn how Scott Gray and Anie Peszynski joined together to create some delicious wines over the magic of the Rutherford Grill. The group shared their 2019 Sonoma Pinot Noir and 2020 El Dorado Rose, both delightful in flavor and a great price point. Many laughs were had over a squirrel blowing a transformer,  wet personal items and a missing duck. The gang also dove into the different ways rose are made and the path to starting a wine brand. Listen in on a great representation of the "power of the valley". 

Episode 14 jumps in with an abundance of laughter along with special guest Jason Driscoll of Tilth Wines. The group enjoyed a delicious Tilth pinot noir and Ramble rose. While reviewing the St. Helena and Calistoga October 2020 police log we learned of Jason's journey to becoming a wine maker. Highlights of the episode include a wild white BMW, chaos on Pratt avenue and a white sombrero. The new four legged addition to the squad was introduced including all of his mid episode destruction. Tune in for an episode full of wine knowledge and hysterics. 
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Episode thirteen jumps in with all the emotions of the Glass Fire of Napa Valley.  The September 2020 police logs of St. Helena and Calistoga were discussed with St. Helena local, Josh Phelps.  Josh brought along his delicious Grounded Wine Company Land Form Pinot Noir and Steady State Cabernet Sauvignon. He also shared his local knowledge and stories. Episode highlights include locals fighting fires,  a missing car and the unknown fate of a rooster. This episode showed the resilience and support of this special community. 

Episode 12 jumps in during Covid-19 and the first round of local wild fires. Napa Valley crime continued to flourish with special guests Todd Newman and Ashley McMullen from Dakota Shy.  The August 2020 police log and a St. Helena murder from 1898 were reviewed while drinking a delicious 2018 Dakota Shy Cabernet, with grapes from St. Helena and Oakville. The group discussed tik tocking in the wild, early morning leaf blowing, the dangers of hot air ballooning and so much more. Join in for the local fun and endless laughs. 

Episode 11 jumps right in with the exciting news that Nine One Wine is expecting! It also had the treat of St. Helena's very own Marcus Marquez. This episode shows his love of the community, amazing food, excellent wine and his book "100 Things to Do in Napa Valley Before You Die". The trio enjoyed the Brasswood Cabernet Sauvigion and Pinot Noir, each with rich delicious flavor. The July 2020 log was shared with its fun of bare back citizens, cougars (the animal type), and the importance of a coveted bocce spot. Enjoy this quintessential St. Helena episode. 

Nine One Wine podcast has officially made it to double digits. Hillary and Chris had the pleasure of spending the evening with wine maker Chelsea Hoff Golper and her husband Todd Golper. The June police logs were discussed from 2006 and 2020. Through readings of  large Safeway crowds, thrown candy with razor blades, and missing dart boards the group enjoyed three different varietals of wine each in a beautiful hand designed bottle. The Rose, Chenin Blanc and a Rouge represented Chelsea’s around the world training, her incredible mentors and passion for wine making. Episode Ten is a great reminder to drink great wine, watch out for St. Helena crime and to live fearlessly.

Episode Nine has finally arrived! It is an extra long episode with not one but three extra special guests. Giovanna “Gigi” Mondavi, Riana Mondavi and Alycia Mondavi joined Hillary and Chris for this long awaited episode. The group shared lots of laughs over the May 2020 log, February 2012 log and a bonus log. Three different bottles Flat Top wine were enjoyed, all having a low price point but full in flavor. These included the Flat Top Rose, Flat Top Sauvignon Blanc and a Flat Top Red Blend. Each showed the amazing wine making skills of consultant wine maker and missing Mondavi sister, Angelina. The topics of tourists ordering their sandwiches incorrectly, a sick duck, biting animal of a unknown species and the come back of Chenin Blanc were all discussed. Revel in this history rich episode with the usual Napa Valley charm. 

Nine One Wine podcast had the treat of old time St. Helena resident and winery owner John Buehler. While drinking a 2017 Buehler Zinfandel they reviewed the April 2020 and May 1998 police log. The group enjoyed a tour of the Buehler property while making friends with the dogs, cats, chickens, horses, dogs and one duck. The group discussed how the valley has changed over the years, the evolution of the farming in this industry, and the true roots of this valley. Some police log highlights include missing birds, road kill, flying toilet seats and abandoned furniture. Enjoy this lively episode with a walk down memory lane. *Please excuse the volume technical difficulties*

The Nine One Wine crew is joined by Ian McCaffrey who brought along his brand new rosé, from California Icons. The group got to experience the inaugural vintage, with the Coit Tower label. They examined both the delicious taste and also the unique marketing aspect of the wine. The September 2014 and September 2019 police logs reviewed while stories were swapped and scenarios considered. The infamous Aussie dogs, whistling workings, pavement tinted grapes and extra large bats are all topics of discussion during this light hearted episode. Tune in for a true representation of Napa Valley crime.

Join into episode six with guest Cole Ballentine, winemaker and St. Helena local, for the adventurous tales of growing up in this unique place. There is also the bonus of Cole's fiance, Brooke Day. Keeping with the episode theme, the group enjoyed a delicious 2006 William Cole Cabernet Sauvignon and a 2016 Smoking Gun  Cabernet Sauvignon. Listeners can also enjoy what it's like to return home and break into this ever changing and growing industry. The episode highlights include questioning the possibility of a small town murder, mail man confrontations, and a debate of possible attempted kidnapping. Enjoy this extra long episode full of stories, crime and amusement.