There is more acreage planted to Cabernet Sauvignon than any other red  grape in California.  What makes Cabernet Sauvignon so popular and why  is it called the King of red wine?  Cabernet grapes can be successfully grown in a wide variety of terrains and high quality Cabernet grapes  command higher prices than any other grape grown in the world.  Join the   Vino101 gang as we explore Cabernet from California's North Coast  regions of Alexander Valley, Red Hills Lake County and Napa Valley.   The Wines: 2007 Ravenswood Vinters Blend 2006 Jordan Alexander Valley 2007 Obsidian Ridge 2007 Turnbull Napa Valley   The Wineries: Ravenswood Jordan Obsidian Ridge Turnbull    

Pinot Noir has been called the heartbreak grape.  Join the Vino101  gang as they explore the grape that the movie Sideways propelled into the  stratosphere of our hearts and minds.  The focus for this pod cast will be Pinot Noir that is grown in our own backyard, Sonoma County.  Our goal is to  help you find a Pinot Noir that can grace your family's Thanksgiving table,  offers great value and makes you look good.   We feature  five Pinot's at five different price points ( $12 thru $ 55 ).   Can we find that elusive and delicious $15 Pinot?    The Wines 2006 Sky Saddle 2008 Taft Street Russian River Valley 2005 Demuth 2007 Paradise Ridge Russian River Valley 2007 Halleck Three Sons Cuvee   The Wineries: Taft Street Paradise Ridge Halleck Sky Saddle Demuth  

The Vino101 Crew begins its exploration of Malbec.    

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