Outside the Vines

NBA Hall of Famer Michael Jordan had his “Last Dance”. This episode is ours…with long-time winemaker of Jordan Wines, Rob Davis.

Rob holds the rare distinction of serving as winemaker at one winery for more than 40 years, joining Jordan just before the first harvest in 1976. In that time, he created voracious demand for Jordan's wines and still to this day loves being involved in winemaking as much as he did 40 years ago.

In this episode, Rob talks about his start in winemaking and learning from one of the most legendary winemakers ever, André Tchelistcheff.

He is also an avid swimmer, cyclist and runner, and he continues to compete in several triathlons each year.

So, grab yourself a bottle of Jordan (or whatever you might have ready to open) and enjoy the stories with Ted Robinson, Glenn Parker and long-time Jordan winemaker, Rob Davis

From Heisman Trophy Candidate to 13-Year NFL Veteran to successful winemaker of nearly 20 years...Terry Hoage is the embodiment of the 'can-do' attitude.  Terry joins Ashley and Glenn to discus his career in football and the passions that guide him today as well as...of course...his love of wine....which is why we're really here doing this thing...right!!!!

George Staikos, Founder and President of The Educated Grape joins Ted Robinson to discuss all things Nebbiolo. While enjoying a 2017 Sorì Paitin Barbaresco, Ted & George explore the Italian grape and how it stacks up with other Italian grapes like Sangiovese. Also on the menu, the two get into sports and how athletes have made their mark in the wine business.

NBA World Champion and now founder of Chosen Family Wines Channing Frye joins the show.  

Editor's note:  Normally, I like to edit each show to have it flow like a true conversation between our hosts and guests.  However, the minute I heard Channing’s passion for wine & sports & life, I decided to not edit much.  

Within the first 30 seconds of Channing speaking, you’ll see why his passion for everything he does carries this episode.  

This episode goes way beyond just wine and sports.  Enjoy!

One could argue, what Robert Mondavi meant to cabernet in California, Dan Kosta meant to pinot noirs in the state. He, along with partner Michael Browne started the iconic Kosta Browne Winery in 1997, with nothing more than an empty tip jar and a love of wine. During his time at Kosta Browne he made iconic pinot noirs which earned him numerous awards including Wine of the Year in 2011. After nearly 20 years with Kosta Browne, Dan started on a new solo venture, starting AldenAlli wines. In this episode, Dan shares his passion for pinots and his zest for zinfandel with Ted, Ashley and Glenn. The gang talks everything from wines, music and, of course, sports.

Dave Barr played 14 years in the NHL and coached another 12 as an assistant.  Dave has won at almost every level of hockey, including earlier this year, the gold medal as Head Coach of Team Canada’s Under-18 World Junior Team.  

Dave joins Ted, Glenn & Ashley this week to discuss everything hockey while enjoying a 2016 Petit Verdot from Heikell Family Wines.  A winery that may be a secret to most people…but once you’ve tried his wines, it won’t be a secret for long.

Ralph Sands is the Senior Wine and Bordeaux Specialist at K&L Wine Merchants. Ralph has visited the Bordeaux region over 50 times. He is one of the foremost authorities of the Bordeaux region. In this episode, Ralph, along with hosts Ted Robinson and Glenn Parker delve deep into the world of French wines...tasting two gems from the region...one red and one white.

Ralph welcomes any all questions from wine lovers all over the world. He can be reached at K&L using the contact information provided throughout the show.

12-time Olympic Medalist Natalie Coughlin joins Ted, Ashley & Glenn. She talks about her biggest passions: swimming, cooking and wines.  Her gold medal count doesn't stop at 3 from her Olympic swimming career.  She now has added a couple more gold medals with her wines from her winery called Gaderian.

Bonjour! Bienvenue au petit déjeuner à Paris! (Hello, welcome to breakfast in Paris) We have a global show on many fronts. 

With Ted Robinson in Paris calling action from the French Open, he along with Ashley Adamson and Glenn Parker welcome the all-time leading scorer in Pac-12 Conference Basketball history, Don MacLean to the show. While Ted enjoys his French Bordeaux, Ashley, Glenn and Don will be drinking a terrific Bordeaux blend from the state of Washington and Rasa Vineyards. 

If you know Don MacLean, you know nothing is off the table in this episode.

You don't have to be a fan of the University of Notre Dame to love this episode (but it certainly doesn't hurt!)

Former Notre Dame star and 12-year NFL veteran QB Rick Mirer is now is at the helm of his own winery called Mirror.  He, along with Ted Robinson and Glenn Parker talk about Rick's passion for wine, where he found that passion, and they also share stories from South Bend. Best of all, they do all this while enjoying a 2016 Howell Mountain Cab from Mirror.